Antique Silver and Old Sheffiel Plate : A good Mathew Boulton Old Sheffield Plate Chamberstick with Snuffer and a solid silver and steel Wick Trimmer - C.1800 A good sized  More »

Antique Silver and Old Sheffiel Plate : A good Mathew Boulton Old Sheffield Plate Chamberstick with Snuffer and a solid silver and steel Wick Trimmer - C.1800 A good sized Old Sheffield Plate (Fused / Rolled Plate) Chamberstick and Snuffer having gadrooned edging, upright supports, thumbpiece with demi lion crest, removavable drip pan and Snuffer - bearing the twin suns makers marks for Mathew Boulton, along with a pair of Georgian solid silver and steel Wick Trimmers The upright supports are designed to hold a pair of scissors with box type Wick Trimmers which we have kept together as they came in together and fit good Circa: 1800 - please see images Very Good Antique Condition - the Old Sheffield silver plate in great condition being bled obly on a few edges and the top section of the snuffer with a little underneath. A few small age related dinks as expected and commensurate with age, a few light sratches mentioned for accurracy - this piece is in very good antique condition buyer will be delighted Stamped Makers Marks for Mathew Boulton - Twin Suns - please see images 6 inches (15.5cm) base dia X 4 inches (10cm) height approx Along with a very attractive pair of Solid Silver and Steel scissor type Wick Timmers the handles in solid silver with thread decoration and ring handles, the steel with Scissor Box for extinquishing th flame and trimming the wick, the hightly attractive 'arrow head' tip for digging out the wick prior to trimming.and a small leg Circa: 18th century No Hallmarks - handle solid silver rest steel 5.25 inches (13.5cm) length approx Good Antique Condition - ring handles a bit mis-formed and a little movement on hinge both doees not distract and as expected commensurate with age MARKS - HALLMARKS - HISTORY Boulton was not a "goldsmith" or a "silversmith" in the accepted sense, yet for his achievements and services to the craft of goldsmithing he is fully worthy of inclusion in the list of great English goldsmiths. Matthew Boulton was born in Birmingham on 3 September 1728. His father Matthew Boulton (senior) was a "toy maker" and silver stamper specialized in the production of shoe-buckles.  Boulton junior was taken into partnership in 1749 and was left in sole charge of the business after the death of his father in 1759.  Boulton had the ambition to establish a manufacturing complex where craftsmen in the various branches of the "toy" trade would work together under one roof, enabling him to reap both wholesale and retail profits. In 1761 he realized his project purchasing a one-hundred- year-lease of the "Soho" estate at Handswoth Heath (two miles from Snow Hilton the Wolverhampton Road).  In 1762 Boulton took into unofficial partnership John Fothergill who would act as a travelling salesman to advertise his wares and the factory moved to Soho in the same year.  The partnership concentrated in the production of steel "toys" a little later on buttons and buckles made in a variety of substances, including , of course, silver. In 1762 Soho factory began to produce articles in "Sheffield" plate and one of the first to adopt "Sterling silver thread" edging which prevent to reveal the underlying copper.  Boulton soon became the largest manufacturer of "Sheffield plate" of the country expanding the business of Soho manufactory in the production of bijouterie, objects d'art and de virtue, in ormolu, pinchbeck and tortoise-shell, and in clocks.  In 1765 Boulton began the manufacture of pieces in solid silver, being obliged to send every piece of plate to Chester to be marked (Chester was the nearest assay office, 72 miles away from Birmingham). Boulton was the promoter a petition obtaining in 1773 the Royal Assent to assay silver in Birmingham (the same was for Sheffield).  Boulton & Fothergill entered their joint mark consisting of their initials, MB before IF. After the death of Fothergill (1782) Boulton punched his plate with his initials alone.  When manufacturers of plated ware were permitted to register their marks at the Assay Office in Sheffield (1784), Boulton registered his mark of "twin suns" under the name Boulton M. & Co.  The most important designers for Boulton plate in the neo-classic taste were Robert Adams and James Wyatt.  Matthew Boulton died on 17 August 1809.  The mark MB continued to be used by Matthew Boulton Plate Co until 1832.    « Less

Antique Pottery : A large Tyneside Sunderland Lustre Jug C. early 19thC An Antique large and good early 19th century Sunderland Lustre Jug having a brightly coloured view  More »

Antique Pottery : A large Tyneside Sunderland Lustre Jug C. early 19thC An Antique large and good early 19th century Sunderland Lustre Jug having a brightly coloured view of the Iron Bridge in Sunderland with text "A west view of the Iron Bridge at Sunderland, begun 24th Sept 1793 opened 9th August 1796" also to the sides of this various small panels of further text "Cast Iron 214", "Wrought 4.6 tons", "height 100 feet" and "span ???", and some hand paint floral decoration. On one side is a nautical verse with Ships and Anchors (see image for verse) with applied hand painted decoration. The other side with a freindship nautical Verse (see relevant image), again with hand painted decoration The purple lustre of good strong colour, circa around 1820 from the Nort East of England Good Antique Condition with a tight hairline through center of base, probably from time of manufacture (please see image) and some paint flakes from the hand painted decoration (we have shown these in images to help. other hairlines Mentioned for accuracy as expected light wear to the top rim and handle, surfaces scratches commensurate with age and also a miniscule nibble on spout As Sunderland lustre go this giant Jug in in great condition with no other damage, and no restoration. Please view images - A great piece for the Collector 8.5 inches (22cm) height X 10.5 inches (27cm) max width   « Less

These interesting sconces can be used in either Art Deco or Arts and Crafts décor scheme. The metal is finished in a rich copper bronze look, while the interesting rich  More »

These interesting sconces can be used in either Art Deco or Arts and Crafts décor scheme. The metal is finished in a rich copper bronze look, while the interesting rich colored shades gives a definite impression. The shades are really quite interesting...amber color glass with some embossed pattern designs. There are windows without pattern alternating between stippled designs. Electrical: These sconces have been totally re-wired in our UL shop. Candelabrum porcelain sockets for everyday small base candelabra bulbs were installed in each. Original rayon covered twist wire was used for an antique appearance. The sconce mounts with one normal sconce mounting all thread to a normal electrical box from within the case. All mounting hardware will be supplied. Measurements: Height: 10" Width: 5" including the shade. Projection: 7 ¾" from the wall into the room. Price for the pair: $357.50 plus $25.00 for careful packing and Ground Shipping within the contiguous 48 states. Residents of Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and International Customers: We gladly ship our listings to customers worldwide. Shipping costs are calculated and invoiced separately after purchase. We complete the necessary paperwork to export our products. You are responsible for any additional paperwork required and any duty or customs fees. If you would like a shipping quote before purchase, please contact us...we would be happy to provide one!   « Less

Noritake-style fine porcelain vase, hexagonal shape with round bulbous top section. Tube-lined decoration encrusted with gilding. Maker's mark is for I.E. & C. Co, Japan. It  More »

Noritake-style fine porcelain vase, hexagonal shape with round bulbous top section. Tube-lined decoration encrusted with gilding. Maker's mark is for I.E. & C. Co, Japan. It is marked "Painted" (that is, handpainted). Vase measures 24 cm high by 10.5 cm diameter. Excellent condition, with a little wear to the gilding around the neck rim. Early 20th century.   « Less

Very nice dark blue Wedgwood jasperware sugar castor with classical scenes. The top is silver plate. Castor measures 15 cm high and 6.5 cm diameter at the base. Body in  More »

Very nice dark blue Wedgwood jasperware sugar castor with classical scenes. The top is silver plate. Castor measures 15 cm high and 6.5 cm diameter at the base. Body in excellent condition, overall faint wear to the plated top. Presents well, very handsome. Probably early half of 20th century.   « Less

Royal Copenhagen vase, blue tonings with decoration of a hand painted single large flower. Probably early to mid 20th century. Vase measures 13.8 cm high and 7.2 cm diameter.  More »

Royal Copenhagen vase, blue tonings with decoration of a hand painted single large flower. Probably early to mid 20th century. Vase measures 13.8 cm high and 7.2 cm diameter. Excellent condition.   « Less

Very nice Pall Mall glass nut dish, typical etched design and cross-hatched lower body. Starburst pattern base. Very fine cut glass. Circa 1901-1910. Measures 6.2 cm high by  More »

Very nice Pall Mall glass nut dish, typical etched design and cross-hatched lower body. Starburst pattern base. Very fine cut glass. Circa 1901-1910. Measures 6.2 cm high by 11.5 cm diameter. Excellent condition.   « Less

Edwardian dressing table jar with cut crystal sides and sterling silver top. Top has embossed design of scrolls and berries. Large hobnail design to the crystal. Starburst  More »

Edwardian dressing table jar with cut crystal sides and sterling silver top. Top has embossed design of scrolls and berries. Large hobnail design to the crystal. Starburst design under base. English hallmarks for Birmingham, 1903. Maker's mark is S. & A. (possibly Swann & Adams). Measures 7 cm high and 8.5 cm diameter. Condition: one tiny pinhole in the lid, minor very tiny dents to the outer silver rim, no damage at all to the crystal - just wear marks under the base which show it's venerable age of 112 years.   « Less

Fine Streamline Art Deco six shade chandelier...Circa 1935 - 37 made by Mid-West Mnf of North Kansas City, MO. They called this series: The Beverly. And this  More »

Fine Streamline Art Deco six shade chandelier...Circa 1935 - 37 made by Mid-West Mnf of North Kansas City, MO. They called this series: The Beverly. And this top-of-the-line chandelier was numbered 2305 for ordering. The six shade versions of any light were always top-of-the-line for all Art Deco slip shade series from every company. This nice chandelier is finished in a mixed nickel and what Mid-West called their Venetian Bronze finish. It was also available in a nice old gold finish with nickel highlights during the '30s. It was definitely a contrast that was part of the Streamline statement in lighting. This chandelier has been totally re-wired with new sockets and wires in our UL approved shop, and is ready to go. We will even supply a mounting kit so you can have it hung-up in no time. Nice original finish and shades. The finish is a mite thin in places...like an old Persian carpet, with the minor metal showing some of its 80 or so years...but the condition is considered good for the age of the fixture. Measurements: Height: 22", but can be increased by adding more chain. Diameter: 18 ½" $984.50 complete...plus $50.00 for careful packaging and Ground Shipping to customers within the contiguous 48 states. Residents of Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and International Customers: We gladly ship our listings to customers worldwide. Shipping costs are calculated and invoiced separately after purchase. We complete the necessary paperwork to export our products. You are responsible for any additional paperwork required and any duty or customs fees. If you would like a shipping quote before purchase, please contact us...we would be happy to provide one!   « Less

These sconces were made by Globe Lighting Fixture Mfg of Brooklyn, NY. They are listed in their 1933 catalog, and are stock numbered 5071. (Information courtesy Kelly Art  More »

These sconces were made by Globe Lighting Fixture Mfg of Brooklyn, NY. They are listed in their 1933 catalog, and are stock numbered 5071. (Information courtesy Kelly Art Deco Light Museum) The backplates have a pewter hi/lo finish, and are quite nice. They have been restored (cleaned up) and re-lacquered. The shades are embossed (like carving) and the design is excellent. Electrical: These sconces have been totally re-wired in our UL shop. Normal bakelite sockets for everyday medium base bulbs have been installed just like the originals. A rotary on/off switch has been renewed as well. The sconce mounts with one normal sconce mounting all-thread to a normal electrical box from within the case. All mounting hardware will be supplied. Measurements: Height: 10 ½" Width: 6" (including the shade). Projection: 5" from the wall into the room. For the complete, UL re-wired pair of sconces: $935.00 plus $25.00 for Ground Shipping to addresses in the contiguous 48 states. Residents of Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and International Customers: We gladly ship our listings to customers worldwide. Shipping costs are calculated and invoiced separately after purchase. We complete the necessary paperwork to export our products. You are responsible for any additional paperwork required and any duty or customs fees. If you would like a shipping quote before purchase, please contact us...we would be happy to provide one!   « Less