Still retaining the essence of the rose oil it once held, this flacon is magnificanet in it simplicity and balance. Approximately 3-34 inches tall and 1-1/4 inches in  More »

Still retaining the essence of the rose oil it once held, this flacon is magnificanet in it simplicity and balance. Approximately 3-34 inches tall and 1-1/4 inches in diameter, it was made in the Moghul Empire in the late Eighteenth Century.   « Less

Incorporating what must have been the lid a large 17th Century jar of Rouen faience, this handsome French inkstand is mounted in finely detailed antiqued bronze. Dating  More »

Incorporating what must have been the lid a large 17th Century jar of Rouen faience, this handsome French inkstand is mounted in finely detailed antiqued bronze. Dating from around 1870, it is approximately 8-1/2 inches in diameter and five inches high. It is in excellent condition.   « Less

Here is a fine and sturdy pair of stands to display art objects. Carved of fine, evenly colored rosewood with burl tops, each stand is approximately 9-1/2 inches in diameter  More »

Here is a fine and sturdy pair of stands to display art objects. Carved of fine, evenly colored rosewood with burl tops, each stand is approximately 9-1/2 inches in diameter and 6-1/2 inches high, the top surfaces 6-1/2 inches across. Probably carved in China in the early Nineteenth Century, they are in excellent condition, with finely wedged construction for added strength.   « Less

An unusual example of of Persian metalwork -- possibly crafted in China for the Persian market -- in a graceful form. The widely flared top portion is deeply fluted and  More »

An unusual example of of Persian metalwork -- possibly crafted in China for the Persian market -- in a graceful form. The widely flared top portion is deeply fluted and bears finely detailed engraving of flowers along its lobated edges. The uneven number of sections indicates that the piece was hand wrought, not cast. The bulbous body, also delicately engraved with floral motifs, has a plain collar above and an ogeed base below. Of thick gauge, the vase is formed of paktong (or tutenag, an alloy of copper, nickel and zinc), which was introduced in the Eighteenth Century to British silversmiths, such as Matthew Boulton, who used it in fashioning candlesticks, wine labels, etc., as a replacement for highly taxed sterling. Persian or Chinese, late Sixteenth Century. Mint condition. Approximately 5-1/2 inches high and six inches in diameter at the top.   « Less

A 16 inch long beaded bird in very good condition, has a made in italy brass tag inside the bird.

A 16 inch long beaded bird in very good condition, has a made in italy brass tag inside the bird.   « Less

Adorable small terra cotta dog, 5 inches tall, with a blue ribbon around his neck, with tassel in front and bow in the rear. There are flecks in the paint on the tassel &  More »

Adorable small terra cotta dog, 5 inches tall, with a blue ribbon around his neck, with tassel in front and bow in the rear. There are flecks in the paint on the tassel & bow,I do not think the ribbon is repainted, there are also flecks off the ears and nose, but overall good original condition.   « Less

It''s an adorable miniature inkstand in pewter. Wonderful for a dollhouse. circa 1900. We accept VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, and AMERICAN EXPRESS. We are happy to send  More »

It''s an adorable miniature inkstand in pewter. Wonderful for a dollhouse. circa 1900. We accept VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, and AMERICAN EXPRESS. We are happy to send items on approval. ALL MERCHANDISE HAS A FULL MONEY BACK GUARANTEE.   « Less

Victorian Wave Crest footed bowl in ormolu mounts. Unsigned C.F. Monroe of Meriden, CT. and decorated in rare colors of blues and brown, with hand painted and enameled  More »

Victorian Wave Crest footed bowl in ormolu mounts. Unsigned C.F. Monroe of Meriden, CT. and decorated in rare colors of blues and brown, with hand painted and enameled flowers. Late 19th century. Excellent original condition with no chips or cracks. About 4'' tall. Status: For Sale Reference#: 524_2495 Condition: vg Year: 1890   « Less

A fine quality pewter plate obviously made for someone of rank and importance. Appears to be Paul Esterhasy Furst von Galantha dated 26 March 1713 for this childs birth. Nice  More »

A fine quality pewter plate obviously made for someone of rank and importance. Appears to be Paul Esterhasy Furst von Galantha dated 26 March 1713 for this childs birth. Nice coat of arms or family crest. 9'' across. Good condition nice seals on verso. Provenance: This piece was owned by Helen Nelson who's family founded the Nelson Atkins museum of Art in Kansas City and specialized in Asian Art. They also founded the Kansas City Star which is still the main newspaper of KC. This was purchased in the 1930s as most all of her oriental items were this was lot #861 at her sale. Status: For Sale Reference#: 261644 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

A fine quality pewter plate obviously made for someone of rank and importance. Appears to be Joseph Job: Adam Furst v. Lichtenstein dated 27 May 1690 for this childs birth.  More »

A fine quality pewter plate obviously made for someone of rank and importance. Appears to be Joseph Job: Adam Furst v. Lichtenstein dated 27 May 1690 for this childs birth. Nice coat of arms or family crest. 9'' across. Good condition one area of minor rub. Provenance: This piece was owned by Helen Nelson who's family founded the Nelson Atkins museum of Art in Kansas City and specialized in Asian Art. They also founded the Kansas City Star which is still the main newspaper of KC. This was purchased in the 1930s as most all of her oriental items were this was lot #861 at her sale. Status: For Sale Reference#: 261646 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less