Very nice French Louis XV style side table with marble top (circa 1870) made of fruit wood by a cabinet maker from Southwestern France, during Napoleon III reign. One door  More »

Very nice French Louis XV style side table with marble top (circa 1870) made of fruit wood by a cabinet maker from Southwestern France, during Napoleon III reign. One door and one drawer. I purchased this side table during my last trip in France. Good condition! Our price is very reasonable because we buy directly in France! Don''t worry for the shipping...we ship from Texas (not from France)! Status: For Sale Reference#: SIDTAB0006 Condition: Good Year: circa 1870 Country: France Maker: French cabinet maker Height: 32 in. (81.28 cm) Depth: 15.5 in. (39.37 cm) Width: 15.5 in. (39.37 cm) Title: French Louis XV style side table, circa 1870 Style: Louis XV Materials: Fruit wood & marble top   « Less

A napkin ring made of olive wood, Jerusalem, 1950-s.

A napkin ring made of olive wood, Jerusalem, 1950-s.   « Less

Umayyad Gold Dinar - C.7422, Origin: Syria, Circa: 8 th Century AD, Collection: Numismatics, Style:Umayyad Dynasty, Medium: Gold, The early history of Islam following the  More »

Umayyad Gold Dinar - C.7422, Origin: Syria, Circa: 8 th Century AD, Collection: Numismatics, Style:Umayyad Dynasty, Medium: Gold, The early history of Islam following the death of the Prophet Muhammad can be characterized by glorious wars and victories on the one hand and by jealousy, intrigue, and deceit on the other. When the Umayyad Dynasty ruled in splendor from their capital at Damascus, a coin such as this would have been recognized and traded throughout their expanding empire. The rulers of the Umayyad Dynasty, beginning with the founder, Mu'awiyah, claimed a blood relationship with the Prophet via his sister, Umm Habibah, and his Abu-Sufyan, the leader of the Meccan Quraysh. As the Islam spread across North Africa and into Europe, political rivalry began to emerge between the Caliphs. These family feuds would culminate in 749 A.D. when the entire Umayyad clan was murdered, save for abd-al- Rahman, who fled to Spain and founded an independent Umayyad Caliphate there. In part, this division between opposing Muslim factions of Shi’ite and the Sunni continue to this day. Overall, the period of the Umayyad Dynasty can be characterized by a love of luxury. Great palaces were erected in the capital of Damascus. It is also noted that the Caliphs Yazi I and II were "passionate friends of sport, music and lady singers."   « Less

Early 19th C. tapestry made into a pillow with down insert. 36" w x 15" h

Early 19th C. tapestry made into a pillow with down insert. 36" w x 15" h   « Less

A pair of Fenton's White Hobnail Milk Glass 3845 - 5 1/2" Tall Water Goblets. Top Diameter 3 1/4", Bottom Diameter 2 1/4". Holds 8 oz. Made by the Fenton Art Glass Company of  More »

A pair of Fenton's White Hobnail Milk Glass 3845 - 5 1/2" Tall Water Goblets. Top Diameter 3 1/4", Bottom Diameter 2 1/4". Holds 8 oz. Made by the Fenton Art Glass Company of Williamstown, West Virginia during the years 1950-1965. Excellent Condition. No chips, cracks or broken hobs.   « Less

This is the BEST dress ever! The dress is from the 1960's . The fabric is a lovely triangle pattern of dusty rose mauve colors. The neckline and hemline are rolled. Has to  More »

This is the BEST dress ever! The dress is from the 1960's . The fabric is a lovely triangle pattern of dusty rose mauve colors. The neckline and hemline are rolled. Has to the elbow sleeves, metal zipper alongthe back and a sweet bow on the right of the dress. A line. It is fully lined and is a high quality dress by Herschelle San Francisco. Size Large! Excellent condition.   « Less

For centuries, coral—like pearl, a gift of the sea—was classed among the precious gems valued by man. Not strictly a mineral, coral is an organic substance,  More »

For centuries, coral—like pearl, a gift of the sea—was classed among the precious gems valued by man. Not strictly a mineral, coral is an organic substance, composed of the skeletons of millions of tiny marine animals. In its natural state, coral is plantlike in appearance and grows in warm water at depths of up to 90 feet. It must be harvested live to retain its color. Though white coral is quite common, and forms the great reefs of the world, the rare hues of red, orange, pink and black are much sought after as jewelry and amulets. Pink coral is particularly flattering to the complexion of the wearer and is called “angel skin”. According to ancient sources, Assyrian glassmakers creating opaque colored glass in imitation of precious gems were trying to form red glass to resemble coral, rather than ruby. Examples of coral set in precious metals are known from Biblical, Egyptian and Classical cultures, and its popularity has continued unbroken through the ages. The nattier jewelry of the Arabian Peninsula makes excellent use of bright corals combined with silver. The therapeutic effects of coral have long been understood: it is used as a heart stimulant, an antidote for fevers and toxins in the system, a cure for colic and vomiting and a prevention for childhood diseases. In addition, it is believed to avert sterility. As with the pearl, coral’s mysterious strength seems to derive from its organic source material, the accumulated energy of living things. Medium: Coral/Gold   « Less

Origin: Egypt Circa: 100 AD to 300 AD Collection: Egyptian Style: Roman Period Medium: Terracotta

Origin: Egypt Circa: 100 AD to 300 AD Collection: Egyptian Style: Roman Period Medium: Terracotta   « Less

Country of Origin:France Style:Empire Condition:Restored Year:19th C. Description:Magnificent antique 19th C. three-piece French Empire office ensemble. The set includes a  More »

Country of Origin:France Style:Empire Condition:Restored Year:19th C. Description:Magnificent antique 19th C. three-piece French Empire office ensemble. The set includes a desk, bookcase and matching chair all done with heavy bronze ormolu trim.DimensionsBookcase: 95.5"H 74.5"W 35.5"DDesk: 32"H 71"W 32.5"DChair: 32"H 26"W 22"D   « Less

WILD MUSTANG FLEECE BLANKET Bold graphics and vivid colors bring to life a golden-maned stallion galloping free across the wide prairie. Fabulous fleece blanket does  More »

WILD MUSTANG FLEECE BLANKET Bold graphics and vivid colors bring to life a golden-maned stallion galloping free across the wide prairie. Fabulous fleece blanket does double duty in your home as both a dramatic decoration and a touch of welcome warmth; cloud-soft fabric is wonderfully comforting on a cold winter's night. Machine wash cold; hang dry. Polyester fabric. 60 x 50. Shipping $9.00   « Less