Little pin cushion in the shape of a shoe, silver plate on Britannia metal. Late 19th century to early 20th century. Measures 10.1 cm long by 3 cm deep and 4.4 cm high. A few  More »

Little pin cushion in the shape of a shoe, silver plate on Britannia metal. Late 19th century to early 20th century. Measures 10.1 cm long by 3 cm deep and 4.4 cm high. A few small dings, but excellent condition overall for the age.   « Less

Two old Ivory Shakers. They are in excellent condition. They are clean, smooth with no damage. Circa 1880. 3"Tall X 1.5" Diameter. Dice not included.

Two old Ivory Shakers. They are in excellent condition. They are clean, smooth with no damage. Circa 1880. 3"Tall X 1.5" Diameter. Dice not included.   « Less

Nice old item consider 19th century carved from heavy wood consider rosewood has 3ft diameter item very heavy

Nice old item consider 19th century carved from heavy wood consider rosewood has 3ft diameter item very heavy   « Less

DeLaval Cream Separator Patented July 28, 1908 L.T. Savage New York It has been said that the match was one of the greatest inventions for women. In most households it  More »

DeLaval Cream Separator Patented July 28, 1908 L.T. Savage New York It has been said that the match was one of the greatest inventions for women. In most households it was a woman who was first out of bed, often when it was still dark and cold. The match permitted her instant light for a candle, which could in turn provide ignition for other sources of light or heat. From the time that matches were first sold, in shops or by street vendors, manufacturers put them in thin wood chip or cardboard boxes, much like those still sold today. Although cheap and convenient, they provided little protection from accidental ignition and lacked aesthetic appeal. It was not long before special fancy containers were being produced. Inventive European craftsmen created a wealth of decorative match holders; mass production methods made these affordable to the middle classes. Decorative trends did not catch on in North America until the second half of the 19th century. The development of match holders not only reflects the development of the match, but also the changing art styles of the period between about 1840 and 1930. Their styles also reflect or document social changes and practices, historical events, local and national business interests, and places of popular appeal. Match holders known as “match safes” include two containers. The contents of a box of matches are inserted into the bottom container. Used matches are put in upper pocket. This piece is a figural match safe advertising the DeLaval Cream Separator Company. It consists of a plated and painted miniature cream separator whose primary colors are black and silver. It measures approximately 6 3/8” tall and is classified as in excellent condition, complete with all original parts.   « Less

This piece is an early figural hanging match holder advertising the Ceresota Flour Company. It consists of die-cut embossed lithographed tin with a color image at the top of  More »

This piece is an early figural hanging match holder advertising the Ceresota Flour Company. It consists of die-cut embossed lithographed tin with a color image at the top of a young boy carving a large loaf of bread. There is a barrel at the bottom to hold matches that is painted with “Ceresota Prize Bread Flour of the World.” It measures approximately 2 1/2” x 5 3/8” x 1 3/8”. It has light scattered rust and wear, especially at the top hanging hole and at the base of the barrel. It is classified as in fine condition, complete with all original parts.   « Less

1920's Pin Cushion for Sewing with the French Woman Porcelain torso mounted with the cushion as the skirt of circular lace. H:6" Diameter of cushion  More »

1920's Pin Cushion for Sewing with the French Woman Porcelain torso mounted with the cushion as the skirt of circular lace. H:6" Diameter of cushion skirt:4.5". LifestyleAntiques.com is the web site where one can shop on line or if you are in the area we are an antique dealer in Summerland, California just 3 minutes south of Santa Barbara. Specializing in European Antique Furniture and our accent is antique lighting for your home, or office with handmade parchment shades adorning the selection of unique lamps. We specialize in Decorative Arts and French furniture as well as antique furniture from Spain and Italy, you will find the shop warm and inviting.   « Less

English Arts and Crafts era spectacles case fashioned from green shagreen with sterling silver trim. London, 1915, maker's hallmark 'E.A.J.' This case  More »

English Arts and Crafts era spectacles case fashioned from green shagreen with sterling silver trim. London, 1915, maker's hallmark 'E.A.J.' This case demonstrates the fine craftsmanship of the maker, exhibiting a very desirable paling of color and the shagreen (sharkskin) specially selected for the spine of larger scales running along the center of the cover. The silver edging is enhanced with pronounced rivets and bears a complete set of London hallmarks. Excellent condition. Size: 7 1/8" length x 2 1/8" depth x 3/4" ht.   « Less

African Wooden Portrait Snuff Bottle

African Wooden Portrait Snuff Bottle   « Less

George III Irish Cowry Shell Snuff Box

George III Irish Cowry Shell Snuff Box   « Less

Here is a French Wash board from a village in the South of France. It is the washing machine of the Mid.1800''s!!! A nice piece for collectors or for decoration. It is a very  More »

Here is a French Wash board from a village in the South of France. It is the washing machine of the Mid.1800''s!!! A nice piece for collectors or for decoration. It is a very good price for this kind of piece! Good condition! Don''t worry for the shipping...we ship from Texas (not from France). Status: For Sale Reference#: WB001B Condition: Good Year: Circa 1870 Country: France Maker: French cabinet maker Height: 14.5 in. (36.83 cm) Depth: 18 in. (45.72 cm) Width: 28 in. (71.12 cm) Title: French Wash board, circa 1870 Materials: Wood   « Less