Very fine quality hand hammered and hand wrought bowl the classic model 18 but in this case a model 18S. This model 18 bowl is the essence of Arts & Crafts simplicity and  More »

Very fine quality hand hammered and hand wrought bowl the classic model 18 but in this case a model 18S. This model 18 bowl is the essence of Arts & Crafts simplicity and elegance. 7-1/4'' W and 2'' H. One very small ding and normal scratches and a bit of polishable pitting on base. Circa 1910. Status: For Sale Reference#: 124_2401 Condition: vg minor ding Year: 1910   « Less

A Thai Lacquered and Gilt-Bronze Figure of Buddha 18th / 19th Century Standing with both hands raised in abhaya mudra, wearing a jeweled garment and an elaborate tiered  More »

A Thai Lacquered and Gilt-Bronze Figure of Buddha 18th / 19th Century Standing with both hands raised in abhaya mudra, wearing a jeweled garment and an elaborate tiered headdress 20 in. tall, height slightly reduced from missing top point. Rubbed gilt as always fantastic piece. attanakosin came into being when King Rama I ascended the throne in 1782. He decided to establish the new capital on the east bank of the Chao Phraya River for better security from Burma. King Rama I was determined to build a new capital to revive the glory and splendor of old Ayutthaya. The new capital was proclaimed and hence began the Rattanakosin era or Bangkok period under the glorious reign of the Chakri Kings. King Rama I choose a site just north of Wat Pho an old 17th century temple. With the Chao Phraya on the west and the Lod Canal on the east, the new capital was far more defensible. In accordance with Thai customs, the first task was laying the foundation pillar for the new city. The City Pillar Shrine or Sao Lak Muang was established on 21 April 1782. Later King Rama IV, an avid astrologer, felt that a more auspicious location was required. The shrine was moved to the present location on 5 December 1852. Construction of the Grand Palace commenced on 6 May and King Rama I occupied the royal residence on 13 June. Hundreds of boatloads of rubble were shipped from the ruins of Ayutthaya to build the city walls and public buildings of Rattanakosin. At the same time, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha or Wat Phra Kaeo was constructed and completed in 1784. The Emerald Buddha was brought across the river from Wat Arun and installed in the new temple in the same year. Within the walls of the Grand Palace grew a self- contained city that held the seat of government and religion. It was the pride of the Chakri dynasty and Rattanakosin, the city that rose to glory from the ashes of Ayutthaya. - (LO.568) Status: For Sale Reference#: 123_2394 Condition: vg reduced Year: 1800   « Less

FINE JAPANESE MEIJI / SHOWA SIGNED GENROKU STUDIO VASE

FINE JAPANESE MEIJI / SHOWA SIGNED GENROKU STUDIO VASE   « Less

A Royal Dux Art Nouveau centerpiece, circa 1910, modeled as two maidens standing before a trumpet shaped vase on rockwork above an oval dish, molded to the rim with iris  More »

A Royal Dux Art Nouveau centerpiece, circa 1910, modeled as two maidens standing before a trumpet shaped vase on rockwork above an oval dish, molded to the rim with iris flowers and leaves, applied pink triangle and shape No. 647 to base. Minor flake at 9:30 on edge of base otherwise perfect. Circa 1900 and height approx 16'' 40cm. Status: For Sale Reference#: 123_2315 Condition: ex minor chip Year: 1900   « Less

Monumental Mont Joye Cameo Glass Vase, Early 20th Century, The compressed globular base with an elaborate gilt painted cameo acid etched scroll work border interspersed with  More »

Monumental Mont Joye Cameo Glass Vase, Early 20th Century, The compressed globular base with an elaborate gilt painted cameo acid etched scroll work border interspersed with silver roses, the long cylindrical neck scattered with enameled violet buds on the acid cut textured ice chipped ground, a raised gilt foliate rim, gilt Mont Joye bishop insignia mark. Height barely under 20'' tall and 7'' thick! Status: For Sale Reference#: 123_2364 Condition: ex Year: 1900   « Less

Fine quality German light blue Sterling & Guilloche Enamel Compact. A earlier and more beautiful example of the later 1930s examples. This one is enameled on all sides and  More »

Fine quality German light blue Sterling & Guilloche Enamel Compact. A earlier and more beautiful example of the later 1930s examples. This one is enameled on all sides and and has nice curves. Great quality piece on a par with the antique Russian pieces from Faberge and other Austrian grand epoch era pieces. Measures a healthy 2'' across and is sleek and thin with just very minor wear but no damage or repairs. Circa 1900. Status: For Sale Reference#: 537_3761 Condition: vg Year: 1910   « Less

A fine and interesting jar or possibly an inkwell with a base of cut glass and a top of sterling topped with guilloche enamel. Could be used for lots of stuff and is very  More »

A fine and interesting jar or possibly an inkwell with a base of cut glass and a top of sterling topped with guilloche enamel. Could be used for lots of stuff and is very decorative and beautiful. Circa 1900 and in very good condition with no damage or repairs. About 2'' tall and 1 3/4'' wide. Neat piece. Status: For Sale Reference#: 537_3758 Condition: EX Year: 1900   « Less

A very heavy and large Whiting sterling silver antique fish set. Set weighs over 7.5 oz of silver. Weighs OVER half a pound! Impressive set and knife measures 12.5'' long.  More »

A very heavy and large Whiting sterling silver antique fish set. Set weighs over 7.5 oz of silver. Weighs OVER half a pound! Impressive set and knife measures 12.5'' long. Uncleaned as I do all my silver so you can decide to clean or not and how. Very good condition D monogram and circa 1880. Fabulous set. Status: For Sale Reference#: 537_3752 Condition: ex monogram Year: 1880   « Less

A beautiful sterling or 800 silver vase with reticulated base with baskets flowers and the base of the silver covered in grapes. Glass insert is etched with two turtle doves  More »

A beautiful sterling or 800 silver vase with reticulated base with baskets flowers and the base of the silver covered in grapes. Glass insert is etched with two turtle doves surrounded with flowers and quivers. Possibly a wedding piece. Scrolled glass edges, excellent quality. No damage minor wear and inscribed Athelia. Circa 1900 and stands almost 9'' tall. Status: For Sale Reference#: 536_3671 Condition: vg Year: 1900   « Less

A fantastic and classic enameled Legras vase with a sunset over a lake with boats scene done in antique original cameo glass with enamels to heighten the effect. Circa 1900  More »

A fantastic and classic enameled Legras vase with a sunset over a lake with boats scene done in antique original cameo glass with enamels to heighten the effect. Circa 1900 and in very good condition with no damage. Stands a hair over 6'' tall. Excellent low cost authentic piece like Galle or Daum without the price tag. Status: For Sale Reference#: 537_3735 Condition: ex Year: 1900   « Less