Here we have a Silver Verge & Fusee Pair Case Pocket Watch made personally in the early years of his career by the Famed English James Markwick, Jr. of London (c.1695-1715)  More »

Here we have a Silver Verge & Fusee Pair Case Pocket Watch made personally in the early years of his career by the Famed English James Markwick, Jr. of London (c.1695-1715) Late 17th/Early 18th Century. James Markwick Jr learned the art of clock making from his father, the also quite famed 17th Century clockmaker James Markwick who apprenticed under Edmund Gilpin of the Clockmakers Company, and after marrying Gilpin's only daughter, was freed from the Company in 1666. James Sr quickly rose through the ranks, with the help of his father-in-law, and became one of the wealthiest private clockmakers in London, moving so far ahead in only one generation as to have gone from a runaway-apprentice clockmaker of no means to being given the rent of an Estate by the Crown in 1704 and thereby became a member of the English Gentry, an enormous leap in standing for a man, who became a Gentleman, in the 1660s-90s. In 1692 James Jr, being the second but oldest surviving son of James Sr under whom he had apprenticed, was freed from his own apprenticeship and a few years later around 1696 James Junior was given his father's prosperous shop and trade, quickly making a name of his own in the watchmaking world during the turn of the 18th Century, making some of the finest watches in Europe and far beyond (as many of his watches would be made for the Ottoman Market). James Jr worked in this manner for nearly twenty years until forming a new company with his son-in-law Robert Markham, forming the incomparable and still treasured MARKWICK MARKHAM Watchmaking Company, with which James Jr worked until his death around 1729. Markwick had become such an incredibly respected famed and honored watch maker that even after his death when Robert formed a new alliance, the company became MARKWICK, MARKHAM & PERIGAL, not daring sever their company's connection with the name known round the world, and of course keeping the honor of Robert father-in-law James Jr alive. Robert Markham passed in 1741 and his kin and new partners switched the third name several times, but so great was the skill and memory of James Markwick Jr that his name stayed the first name on the Ledger through a half dozen changes of ownership over the next hundred years. This is a truly ONE OF A KIND piece made and twice inscribed by James Markwick Jr himself, before Markham came along, and while James was working tirelessly in his father's London shoppe to create the most beautiful watches available. Here we have a Markwick silver key wind pair case pocket watch. Gilt full plate verge & fusée movement, pierced and engraved balance cock, silver regulation, hybrid pillars, silver champlevé dial with black Roman numerals, black outer minute track with outer black Arabic five minute markers, beetle and poker hands, polished inner and outer cases, dial and movement both signed. A truly STUNNING piece. Key still winds but the movement needs a tune up to run smoothly and properly, but everything is there and original. 58mm. Provenance: Previously Sold via the Exclusive 'Watches & Wristwatches' Sale at Bonhams London. REASONABLE OFFERS ARE ALWAYS CONSIDERED! TO PURCHASE THIS OR ANY ZEP TEPI EMPORIUM PIECE, OR FOR FURTHER INQUIRY, PLEASE COME BY OUR PUBLIC SHOWROOM OR CALL 323-522-6789. THANK YOU! A Certificate of Authenticity w/ Money Back Guarantee Accompanies Any Piece of Original Fine Art or Antiquity Sold by The Zep Tepi Emporium. ZTE holds a Dealer License issued by the California Department of Justice (CA DOJ) and subsequent Police Permit from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).   « Less

this attractive jewelry box attributes to turn of the century Art Nouveau designed with beautiful roses, stems, leaves in high relief. Footed casket with sweet patina silver  More »

this attractive jewelry box attributes to turn of the century Art Nouveau designed with beautiful roses, stems, leaves in high relief. Footed casket with sweet patina silver over a light yellowish metal on the plate. vocal relief is distinguished with number mark 83 inside oval on the center base, and curvy handle to the left represents with small bloom flower. the line interior is of pink / red velvet with candy white gilt thread. other than one repaired leg, it's in fabulous but aged condition, with typical wear for being aged. the workmanship is so vivid that you can feel it. the measuring is 5.5" from the tip of a handle to the very end of the feet. 5.25" wide, and the sides are about 3". A decorative piece of history to embellish vanities and dressers. It's heavy. to purchase : http://www.designeruniquefinds.com   « Less

A traditional style of Han Dynasty, specifically ethnic Sichuan or Szechuan, Chinese Reddish-Orange Terracotta Pottery Dancing Figures, often found in Sichuan tombs dating to  More »

A traditional style of Han Dynasty, specifically ethnic Sichuan or Szechuan, Chinese Reddish-Orange Terracotta Pottery Dancing Figures, often found in Sichuan tombs dating to China's extremely historically important Han Dynasty- dating from 220 BCE to 206 CE (AD) the Han Dynasty, in the case of the Chinese Culture, is the bridge between the Ancient/Archaic Era and the Modern Imperial Chinese Period, which continued until the Early 20th Century when "Imperial China" ended with the Revolution which seized power from the then ruling Qing Dynasty. No damage or repairs are visible on either piece. Mineral deposits and wear typical of terracotta sculpture of this age are present. The woman and man are shown mid-dance, both with their right arms raised, as is typical of this style of Dancing Figure sculpture, with the woman wearing a tripartite floral headdress and the curved headdress of a Han Dynasty Gentleman on the male figure; both wearing floor-length robes. A Beautiful and Very Large example of Han Dynasty Sichuan Pottery. Size: Height Approx 19 inches (each) Period: 206 BCE- 220 CE, Han Dynasty, Imperial China References: Records In Order Of Oldest-(1) To Most Recent-(3) *Auction Records of Similar Pieces, ie. Han Pottery Dancers, Most Recent Auction Record w/ Confirmed Price= APRIL 2016 *Please Note All Records and Prices Below Were For Auctions of Similar Sales of a Female Figure ONLY- Not For Pairs As Is This Sale (1) Christie's New York, 4 June 1992, Lot 204- Details: A Sizhuan Red Pottery Dancing Lady; H: 19 1/2"; Price Realized: US$5,280 (2) Sotheby's New York, 20 March 2007, Lot 588- Details: An impressive Sichuan pottery figure of a dancing lady; H: 25"; Auction Estimate: US$20,000-30,000 *MOST SIMILAR TO OUR PIECE HERE (3) Christie's New York, 17-18 March 2016, Lot 1473- Details: A Rare Grey Painted Pottery Female Dancer (in Floor Length Robe); H: 19 7/8"; Price Realized: US$37,500 REASONABLE OFFERS ARE ALWAYS CONSIDERED! TO PURCHASE THIS OR ANY ZEP TEPI EMPORIUM PIECE, OR FOR FURTHER INQUIRY, PLEASE COME BY OUR PUBLIC SHOWROOM OR CALL 323-522-6789. THANK YOU! A Certificate of Authenticity w/ Money Back Guarantee Accompanies Any Piece of Original Fine Art or Antiquity Sold by The Zep Tepi Emporium. ZTE holds a Dealer License issued by the California Department of Justice (CA DOJ) and subsequent Police Permit from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).   « Less

EGYPTIAN GREEN GLAZED FAIENCE USHABTI: of typical mummiform, wearing a tripartite wig, false beard and arms crossed over the body holding farming implements in each hand and  More »

EGYPTIAN GREEN GLAZED FAIENCE USHABTI: of typical mummiform, wearing a tripartite wig, false beard and arms crossed over the body holding farming implements in each hand and a seed bag over left shoulder for use while performing labor for its owner in the afterlife- the ushabti would be buried in the owner's tomb so that when called upon to perform daily manual labor in the afterlife by Osiris, the Ushabti would be able to do the work in its owner's place, giving the deceased individual an afterlife of luxury. Complete with nine horizontal bands of hieroglyphs from Chapter 6 of the Book of the Dead, which contain the necessary incantation spoken by the ushabti when called to labor. As typical with examples from the Late Period an integral plinth runs the length of the back and into a convenient base which is an original section of the piece. Ancient Egyptian Late Period, 664- 332 BCE; H: 8 1/2" Provenance: From a Large Private Los Angeles Collection of Ancient Antiquities, acquired pre-1970's. REASONABLE OFFERS ARE ALWAYS CONSIDERED! TO PURCHASE THIS OR ANY ZEP TEPI EMPORIUM PIECE, OR FOR FURTHER INQUIRY, PLEASE COME BY OUR PUBLIC SHOWROOM OR CALL 323-522-6789. A Certificate of Authenticity w/ Money Back Guarantee Accompanies Any Piece of Original Fine Art or Antiquity Sold by The Zep Tepi Emporium. ZTE holds a Dealer License issued by the California Department of Justice (CA DOJ) and subsequent Police Permit from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). THANK YOU!   « Less

René Lalique Signed Gold, Ivory and Enamel Art Nouveau Egyptian Stickpin circa 1900 Property from the Collection of Richard A. Canfield Designed as an Egyptian King  More »

René Lalique Signed Gold, Ivory and Enamel Art Nouveau Egyptian Stickpin circa 1900 Property from the Collection of Richard A. Canfield Designed as an Egyptian King or Queen's head featuring a stylized headdress, decorated with brown champlevé enamel, around a high relief carved ivory face (100+ years old ivory), backed in 18 karat gold, signed LALIQUE on the reverse of the finial. CONDITION REPORT In good condition with gentle surface wear to the enamel and patination to the gold commensurate with age. Pin has some mild unevenness. Ivory has aging to the nose and chin of the figure, resulting in a butterscotch coloring. The pin is signed on the reverse of the finial. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Genevieve Hannon is merely a subjective qualified opinion. CATALOGUE NOTE Richard A. Canfield (1855-1914) was a prominent American businessman and art collector. Known as the "Prince of Gamblers," he was one of the earliest to develop the modern day resort casino and the solitaire game Canfield is named in his honor. After establishing a well-known gambling operation in Providence, RI, he moved to New York in the 1880’s opening Canfield's Clubhouse at 5 East 44th Street and the Saratoga Clubhouse in Saratoga Springs. His gambling resorts were frequented by members of wealthy families like the Whitneys, Vanderbilts and Morgans, as well as gambling legends Diamond Jim Brady and John Warne "Bet-a-Million" Gates. In 1907, when reformers succeeded in banning gambling, Canfield was forced to close his casinos. In his later years, Canfield owned a successful glass making business and continued to expand his art collection. He was a personal friend of James Abbott McNeill Whistler and possessed the second largest Whistler collection in the world prior to his death. The present stickpins were passed down to the current owner, Genevieve Hannon, via her great grandmother, Canfield's wife, Genevieve Wren Canfield. PREVIOUS SALES Genevieve Hannon sold Three Gold and Enamel Stickpins, René Lalique, at the Magnificent Jewels Auction at Sotheby's in New York, New York, on December 9, 2015, for a total of $87,500 including hammer price and buyer's premium. The first stickpin designed as an openwork cartouche-shaped element featuring stylized lotus blossoms, decorated with mint green champlevé enamel contrasted with royal blue plique-à-jour enamel, signed Lalique; the second design featuring a female nude, arms raised with bat-like wings, decorated with olive green champlevé enamel, signed Lalique; the third designed as a shield-shaped element of stylized floral and thistle motif, decorated with teal and royal blue champlevé enamel, signed Lalique; all three circa 1900.   « Less

Pair of Outstanding Solid Red Bronze and Hammered Surface Design Sconces These are simply outstanding. Solid red bronze sconces, holding a pair of rather nice crackle  More »

Pair of Outstanding Solid Red Bronze and Hammered Surface Design Sconces These are simply outstanding. Solid red bronze sconces, holding a pair of rather nice crackle glass shades from about the 1920s. Measurements: * Height: 11" overall, measured from the top of the backplate to the bottom of the finial. * Width: 5 ½" (maximum) * Projection: 8" from the wall into the room. We have totally re-wired these sconces in our UL shop with medium base sockets and new supply wire. They do not, and never did, have switches. The sconces mount to a standard American electrical box with the center decor nut shown in the middle of the backplate. A standard American crossbar will be supplied. $632.50 for this great pair of sconces with original amber crackle glass shades...plus shipping. $25.00 for 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 on a per-order basis. 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

Edwardian Solid Brass/Bronze Wall Sconces with Art Glass Shades What a nice turn-of-the-century pair of sconces these really are! Solid Brass/Bronze sconces with a  More »

Edwardian Solid Brass/Bronze Wall Sconces with Art Glass Shades What a nice turn-of-the-century pair of sconces these really are! Solid Brass/Bronze sconces with a high/low antique finish, but still revealing the quality of the metal. Very nice, and high-end. Those original antique shades are simply works of art by themselves. The shades were formed into a mold for the pattern and amber color. Then the ruby-tipped edges were applied with a special transparent tinting process. They are in great condition and color for their age. The Amber and Ruby color combination is very attractive. Measurements: * Height: 9" * Width: 4 ¾" * Projection: 8" from the wall into the room. These sconces have been completely re-wired in our UL shop, with new sockets to conform to UL guidelines. Each socket is capable of accepting a 100 watt bulb...but...due to the shade height...bulbs need to be chosen carefully. We used short LED bulbs, and we will include them in the purchase. These bulbs do fit the fixture so wonderfully, but there are other bulbs on the market which will all fit these sockets, if desired. These sconces are ready to go, and will be supplied with all the necessary mounting hardware. Complete, UL re-wired Pair of Solid Brass/Bronze Sconces: $715.00 supplied with our LED bulbs...plus careful shipping. $25.00 for 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 on a per-order basis. 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

this stunning 21" H. x 16" W. tole metal basket is decorated with blooming stand out red roses, metal leaves, and in aged excellent with few missing leaves, expect variation  More »

this stunning 21" H. x 16" W. tole metal basket is decorated with blooming stand out red roses, metal leaves, and in aged excellent with few missing leaves, expect variation for being vintage and wonderful. From Paris, France with incredible ornamentation, base of 6" diameter, and sides are 13.5". extremely heavy, indoor outdoor enhancement. Architectural Incredible Elements! contents for decor only :) Garden Decor , Home Decor, Patio Decor Rough & Tough !!!! direct purchase http://www.designeruniquefinds.com   « Less

This is an antique louis xvi style lamp made around 1900. It was beautifully formed into an item that sends out a feeling of luxury, of both art and function. Its made  More »

This is an antique louis xvi style lamp made around 1900. It was beautifully formed into an item that sends out a feeling of luxury, of both art and function. Its made from bronze and its surraounded with glass. This piece will look stunning in every household. Stunning to look at. This lamp is made in Louis xvi style, coming from France. The lamp is made from bronze and is very carefully crafted, has very nice decorations on it. Its perfect fit for terrase, balcon or yard. The lamp has two lights from inside. They are rewired and suitable for any household. Bring the sophisticated and old in one place, this chandelier is the one that will refresh your home and add more value to your items. Inspired from Louis xvi style, this lamp is now part of our collection of items. We would be happy to sell to someone that likes nice items. Its measurements are: 120cm/47" high with the chain and 70cm/27,5" high without the chain. This chandelier will be shipped worldwide in special made box for safe delivery Its condition is used, but this item is in good and sturdy condition. If you have any further questions please feel free to message me   « Less

Pair circa 1830 French Empire Restauration candelabra, dore’ and patinated bronze, fine castings, four bud candle sockets on scrolled cornucopia arms with acanthus  More »

Pair circa 1830 French Empire Restauration candelabra, dore’ and patinated bronze, fine castings, four bud candle sockets on scrolled cornucopia arms with acanthus leaves emanating out of a central socket, reeded central column supported by fluted and anthemion leaf castings, tripartite plinth with scrolls and leaf motif. 21” tall, 8” wide top, 6” wide base Condition – excellent, no repairs. 912 - In the quality and manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomiere (1751-1843). A fine French sculptor and fine bronzier working in the Neoclassical and Empire styles. ---------------------------------------   « Less