Circa 19th century dresser box / jewel casket, Wavecrest, CF Monroe, Meridan, Conn, “Billow Ware” company called pattern, white opal glass, blue/white soft  More »

Circa 19th century dresser box / jewel casket, Wavecrest, CF Monroe, Meridan, Conn, “Billow Ware” company called pattern, white opal glass, blue/white soft luster/matte finish, hand enameled florals painted on top and sides, raised purple luster trim, reticulated gilt metal mounts. 5.25” dia, 3.25” tall. Condition – excellent. 526 - Circa 1890-1900. - This “Billow Ware” glass pattern is now commonly referred to as eggcrate. - CF Monroe patterns were company designed and patented. Concerning signatures…Monroe himself stated that his glass speaks for itself and therefore does not need signatures on every piece.   « Less

c1830 Empire footstool, flame mahogany, scrolled bracket feet, stepped/bevel molded skirt, floral needlepoint upholstory. 18" square, 16" tall. Condition - overall  More »

c1830 Empire footstool, flame mahogany, scrolled bracket feet, stepped/bevel molded skirt, floral needlepoint upholstory. 18" square, 16" tall. Condition - overall good, good later finish. 318   « Less

Victorian perfume corkscrew, mother of pearl handle, excellent turned instrument. 4 5/8th” long. Condition – overall excellent, shows nice patina/wear on  More »

Victorian perfume corkscrew, mother of pearl handle, excellent turned instrument. 4 5/8th” long. Condition – overall excellent, shows nice patina/wear on blade. 491h - These smaller corkscrews were used for the smaller corks used in perfume, ink and medical bottles of the nineteenth century.   « Less

Sterling silver serving (berry or preserve) spoon, Lion/T hallmark-Towle Silversmiths (1882-present), Rustic pattern (1895-), scrolled leaf motif, matching deep reprousse  More »

Sterling silver serving (berry or preserve) spoon, Lion/T hallmark-Towle Silversmiths (1882-present), Rustic pattern (1895-), scrolled leaf motif, matching deep reprousse scroll design at top of scalloped bowl. 7.75” long, 2.25” wide. Weight - 1.5 troy oz. Condition – overall great, some nicks in bowl. 553 - Towle Silversmiths (1882-present) began use of the Lion/T logo in 1890. - The Rustic pattern was designed in 1895.   « Less

Large 19th century counter top balance scales, “W&T Avery, Birmingham, England, Class B, to weigh 7lb”(marked four times), porcelain pedestal, solid brass-each  More »

Large 19th century counter top balance scales, “W&T Avery, Birmingham, England, Class B, to weigh 7lb”(marked four times), porcelain pedestal, solid brass-each piece impressed “3”, reticulated cast iron harp with scrolls, anthemion and pineapple motif, cast iron base-marked “Avery, & numbered”, glass plate/disc on left side for holding item to be measured, brass dish on right side. 33.5” tall, 24” wide, approx 10" deep. Condition – overall excellent, some glaze crazing on pedestal, missing the original flat porcelain plate on measuring arm(left side)-could be replaced with thick glass or brass plate of exactly two pounds to balance. 624 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W_&_T_Avery_Ltd. - A great accessory for a large modern kitchen for weighing your dinner plate, etc.   « Less

Circa 19th century dresser box / jewel casket, CF Monroe, Meridan, Conn, Helmschmied swirl, Wavecrest, “Kelva” line, white opal glass, original paper label,  More »

Circa 19th century dresser box / jewel casket, CF Monroe, Meridan, Conn, Helmschmied swirl, Wavecrest, “Kelva” line, white opal glass, original paper label, handpainted, beautiful raised enamel white/lavender Wisteria decoration, raised gilt trim, two tone rose/pale green mottled background, original green silk lining, hinged brass rims. 5.5” dia, 3.5” dia. Condition – excellent, minor wear, original paper label and two original period illegible info labels. 647 - Circa 1890-1900. - “Kelva” ware is a signature product of C F Monroe Glass Co included in their Wave Crest line of Opal glass. - CF Monroe patterns were company designed and patented. This item has a rare original paper label. Concerning signatures…Monroe himself stated that his glass speaks for itself and therefore does not need signatures on every piece.   « Less

Sterling silver baby cup, Oneida, Engagement pattern, 1952, vermeil/gilt interior. 2” tall, 3.5” rim-handle. 1.8 troy oz. Condition – nicks around  More »

Sterling silver baby cup, Oneida, Engagement pattern, 1952, vermeil/gilt interior. 2” tall, 3.5” rim-handle. 1.8 troy oz. Condition – nicks around bottom corner. 480h   « Less

Circa 1840 Empire ottoman or footstool, flame mahogany, serpentine skirt, bracket feet. 17” square, 11” tall. Condition – old finish, has  More »

Circa 1840 Empire ottoman or footstool, flame mahogany, serpentine skirt, bracket feet. 17” square, 11” tall. Condition – old finish, has some veneer loss on corners. 572   « Less

This is a fabulous antique five-light chandelier, dating from the 1920’s, in its original polychrome finish. The Spanish Revival chandelier begins with a foliate loop  More »

This is a fabulous antique five-light chandelier, dating from the 1920’s, in its original polychrome finish. The Spanish Revival chandelier begins with a foliate loop with green accents; below, the cast bronze chandelier body features volute and leaf detail with polychrome highlights. Each arm ends in a foliate finial and a simple bobeche. Below the arms, the chandelier is ornamented with bronze medallions connected by flowers and volutes. This light fixture is in excellent condition; it has been professionally rewired and comes with all the necessary attachments for modern installation. The chandelier body measures 16” wide and 19” tall, and the fixture is 38” long overall. An almost identical chandelier is also available, item # NC850.   « Less

This is a wonderful antique five-light chandelier, dating from the 1920’s. The Spanish Revival chandelier begins with a foliate loop finial; below, the cast bronze  More »

This is a wonderful antique five-light chandelier, dating from the 1920’s. The Spanish Revival chandelier begins with a foliate loop finial; below, the cast bronze chandelier body features volute and leaf detail. Each arm ends in a foliate finial and a simple bobeche. Below the arms, the chandelier is ornamented with bronze medallions connected by flowers and volutes. This light fixture is in excellent condition; it has been professionally rewired and comes with all the necessary attachments for modern installation. The chandelier body measures 16” wide and 19” tall, and the fixture is 39” long overall. An almost identical chandelier is also available, item # NC849.   « Less