This elegant dragonfly is suffused with all sorts of precious stones. Its long slender wings are set with no less then 38 old European cut diamonds 1.65 Carats and four  More »

This elegant dragonfly is suffused with all sorts of precious stones. Its long slender wings are set with no less then 38 old European cut diamonds 1.65 Carats and four beautiful rubies 1.60 Carats. It's a true shame that rubies are so hard to photograph because the true color of the rubies is much warmer then shown on the picture. Its body is set with a fresh green colored peridot while its sticklike tail is set with nine demantiods also called green garnets. This type of garnet is the most expensive of its group and the yellowish-green variety of demantoid that is used here is also called "olivine". A jewel like this is an absolute conversation piece and will attract a lot of attention while being worn. Brooch "Dragonfly" ref.06094-3223 diamonds, rubies, demantoids 18kt yellow gold, silver origin: most probably Belgium date: 1890-1900 wing's span: 6.43 cm (2.53 inch) weight: 15.90 grams   « Less

A good size Anglo Indian teakwood 2 drawer server, console or buffet on turned legs, decorated with inlaid ivory work of various geometric forms, the full fascia drawers with  More »

A good size Anglo Indian teakwood 2 drawer server, console or buffet on turned legs, decorated with inlaid ivory work of various geometric forms, the full fascia drawers with original knobs and locks, surmounted by an ivory inlaid demilune decorative device. British Colonial origin. Circa 1850. Dimensions: 35 3/4" H x 47 1/4" W x 33 1/4" D.   « Less

An unusual pair of large Continental painted tole oval shape cachepots, baskets with crenelated, flared mouths and painted brass handles, gilt decorated in the chinoiserie  More »

An unusual pair of large Continental painted tole oval shape cachepots, baskets with crenelated, flared mouths and painted brass handles, gilt decorated in the chinoiserie taste, on a sky blue background. French or Italian origin, c. 1880. Untouched condition, all original paint, water tight. Dimensions: 4 1/2" H x 12" W x 8 1/2" D. Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or appraised please go to our affiliate site www.OneofaKindAntiques.com and click the Archives / Homepage logo ***   « Less

Sterling silver letter box William Comyns and Sons maker London c1902. Silver over leather over wood. Measures 5.5 inches deep by 8 inches high by 12 inches wide. Wonderful  More »

Sterling silver letter box William Comyns and Sons maker London c1902. Silver over leather over wood. Measures 5.5 inches deep by 8 inches high by 12 inches wide. Wonderful original condition with moire silk interior. William Comyns purchased the business of Robert Tagg, itself said to have been founded about 1730. As yet efforts to trace the latter's lineage have failed; it seems clear, however, that Tagg succeeded John Tapley at 40 Roupell Street, Waterloo Road. Tapley, a manufacturing silversmith, was probably the last of Rundell, Bridge & Co.'s outworkers and is also known to have provided work for Robert Green & Co and Makepeace & Walford. Robert Tagg moved in 1857 to his new residence and manufactory at 2 Carlise Street, Soho Square, where by 1859 he listed as a silversmith. William Comyns, thereafter listed as a silversmith, appears to have purchased the business in 1858 or early 1859, entering his first marks from the first same address. He moved to 1 Percy Mews, Rathbone Place, the to 16 Silver Street, Golden Square, Soho, and seubsequently to Beak Street, Regent Street. These premised were later expanded to 41, 43, and 45 Beak street and to 41, 43, 45, 47 Beak Street. Additional premised were taken from c. 1903 at 54 Marshall Street, Soh. The style of the firm was changed to William Comyns & Son c. 1885 when William Comyn's two sons, Charles Harling Comyns and Richard Harling Comyns were admitted to their partnership. William Comyns died in January 1916, and C.H. Comyns while attending a sale in Christie's in 1925. The business was incorporated as limited liability company as William comyn's & Sons Ltd., registered on 20th October 1930, with R.H. Comyns as permanent governing director. Upon the latter's death in 1953, when the firm is said to have lost its former prominence, William Comyns & Sons Ltd was purchased by Bernard Copping. They are now one of the few surviving manufacturing silversmiths in London, with premises at Comyns House, Tower Street, London, WC2. William Comyns first appears to have made a significant impact in the early 1880s by supplying increasingly large numbers of decorative wares in silver, many of which were die-stamped. London retailers of their products at this period included Henry Lewis, Howell & James Ltd., etcetera. Bio from http://www.koopmanrareart.com Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or appraised please go to our affiliate site www.OneofaKindAntiques.com and click the Archives / Homepage logo ***   « Less

Bradley and Hubbard pair of Federal style solid bronze candle sconces. Center plinth with spread wing eagle and flame finial; 2 arms with eagle heads surmounted with candle  More »

Bradley and Hubbard pair of Federal style solid bronze candle sconces. Center plinth with spread wing eagle and flame finial; 2 arms with eagle heads surmounted with candle cups; chain swags connect the 3 eagles. 27" high x 14" wide x 5.75" deep. Circa 1900.   « Less

THIS ITEM IS SOLD -- A rare set of twelve original watercolor paintings on Pith (often mistakenly referred to as rice paper), Pith comes from the central column of a spongy  More »

THIS ITEM IS SOLD -- A rare set of twelve original watercolor paintings on Pith (often mistakenly referred to as rice paper), Pith comes from the central column of a spongy cellular tissue in the stem of a small tree, Tetra Panax Papyifera, native to South-West China. It is cut by hand with a small, delicate knife into thin sheets of small size. The size is limited by the nature of the material and the process requires a highly skilled hand. The finished sheets are usually no more than 20cm X 30cm. This set depicts twelve different members of the Imperial Court. An original set of twelve is rare and desirable. These were painted by a handful of highly skilled Chinese artists who were painting to sell to the Western market. Westerners were very curious about the Chinese way of life, but were barred from contact with the Chinese people by the Chinese government. The exotic was an important part of American and European decor in the 18th and 19th centuries, so traders from America and Europe brought these paintings back as souvenirs of their travels and to sell to people back home, circa 1830-1850, in excellent original condition. Now framed and protected in carefully chosen museum quality archival framing of Asian design to preserve these rare and delicate paintings, they are ready for hanging, 13-1/2" X 18" framed size, 5-3/4" X 8-3/4" We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** WE GUARANTEE THE AUTHENTICITY OF OUR MERCHANDISE AS REPRESENTED. MEMBERS OF: THE ANTIQUES COUNCIL, THE CAPE COD ANTIQUE DEALERS ASSOCIATION (CCADA). ** 2795BX   « Less

art deco square brass trinket box, porcelain blue & white medallion floral ornate. 1" x 2.5", excellent aged!

art deco square brass trinket box, porcelain blue & white medallion floral ornate. 1" x 2.5", excellent aged!   « Less

A spectacular Art Deco emerald ring in platinum set with a vibrant fresh green grass color 6.28 carats Colombian Muzo emerald and 1.5 carat old brilliant cut diamonds, the  More »

A spectacular Art Deco emerald ring in platinum set with a vibrant fresh green grass color 6.28 carats Colombian Muzo emerald and 1.5 carat old brilliant cut diamonds, the ring comes with the IGI certificate. Details of this emerald ring ref.13056-0050 Style: Art Deco Period: ca. 1920 Condition: excellent condition, no trace of wear Country of origin: Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of Belgian origin. Material: platinum Diamonds: 46 old brilliant cut diamonds with a total estimated weight of approx. 1.50 carat. Precious stones: One square cut emerald with a weight of 6.28 carat (see the IGI certificate for the specifications) Dimensions: size of stone 1,10 cm (0,43 inch) x 1,04 cm (0,41 inch) Weight: 7,80 gram Ring size Continental: 53 & 17 , Size US 6¼ , Size UK: M Resizing: Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge). Reference Nº: 13056-0050   « Less

Fantastic antique cast bronze doorknob sets in Lockwood Manufacturing Co.'s “Broken Leaf” pattern, patented in 1886. These Eastlake doorknobs feature an unusual  More »

Fantastic antique cast bronze doorknob sets in Lockwood Manufacturing Co.'s “Broken Leaf” pattern, patented in 1886. These Eastlake doorknobs feature an unusual asymmetrical design of a vase of flowers, surrounded by foliage with bent stems. The urn of flowers is surrounded by a geometric border, and the backside of the knob has a wonderful fan and foliage pattern. Each doorknob measures 2-1/4” in diameter and 2” deep. Each set includes two knobs with the connecting spindle and set screws. THE PRICE LISTED IS FOR EACH SET; THERE IS ONE SET AVAILABLE.   « Less

A fantastic antique cast bronze “Broken Leaf” exterior door hardware set by Lockwood Manufacturing Company. Patented in 1886, this sought-after door hardware  More »

A fantastic antique cast bronze “Broken Leaf” exterior door hardware set by Lockwood Manufacturing Company. Patented in 1886, this sought-after door hardware features an unusual asymmetrical design of a vase of flowers, surrounded by foliage with bent stems. This set includes two decorative doorplates with swinging keyhole covers; the larger plate has double keyholes with swinging cover over the lowest one. The set also features a matching doorknob set with connecting spindle and set screws. The door knob is 2-1/4” wide and 2” deep; the larger doorplate is 1-3/4" wide by 7" tall; the smaller plate is 1-3/4" wide by 5-5/8" tall. NDKS161-RW   « Less