This Chinese Nanking hand painted underglaze cobalt blue and white porcelain platter is 11.5" or 29.3 cm wide by 8.5" or 21.6 cm. The background is a bluish gray. The central  More »

This Chinese Nanking hand painted underglaze cobalt blue and white porcelain platter is 11.5" or 29.3 cm wide by 8.5" or 21.6 cm. The background is a bluish gray. The central scene shows a pagoda and houses with trees near a lake with two figures on a bridge. The center is surrounded by a border of scrolls, and the rim is decorated with a fine, elaborate design. The back is flat and the base is unglazed. The condition is very good, with typical minor fritting around the edge. There are no cracks or chips. There are little bumps in the glaze in the center, a common condition sometimes called "oatmeal." The platter dates to about 1780-90. I have two other similar Nanking platters, please inquire.   « Less

This Japanese Imari or Arita ware dragon vase is about 9-1/2" high. I have not been able to identify the marks on the bottom. In this clever design a dragon curls around the  More »

This Japanese Imari or Arita ware dragon vase is about 9-1/2" high. I have not been able to identify the marks on the bottom. In this clever design a dragon curls around the vase, so that the view is different on all sides as the vase is turned. Every surface on the outside is decorated and contrasts with the textured white body of the dragon that stands in relief above the surface. The inside of the opening at the top is also decorated. The rim of the top has a pleasing ogee bracket outline. I note that the top of the vase is not perfectly level, which sometimes happens in handmade ceramics. I believe that the date of this vase corresponds with or slightly predates the Aesthetic Movement in the West, which was after all, inspired by Japanese design: around 1860-1885. The condition is excellent, and I have not found any damage, chips, cracks.   « Less

This dark blue transfer plate from England is 9-1/4" in diameter. There are four plates, and you may purchase any number from 1-4. I also have one bowl in the same pattern,  More »

This dark blue transfer plate from England is 9-1/4" in diameter. There are four plates, and you may purchase any number from 1-4. I also have one bowl in the same pattern, 10-1/8" in diameter. Each plate is marked on the back Phoenix/N.Castle. After much research I found the pattern name "Wild Rose" in the Dictionary of Blue & White Printed Pottery 1780-1880, Vol. I, page 399 by Coysh and Henrywood. The name obviously refers to the border decoration. The pattern was extremely popular from the late 1830's to the 1850's and was made by many potters. This particular version was made by Bell, Cook & Co., Phoenix Pottery, Ouseburn, Northumberland and dates to about the 1840's. "The print shows Nuneham Park house on the left, the seat of Earl Harcourt.... The main feature of the pattern is, however, the rustic bridge with the lock-keeper's thatched cottage. These were part of a riverside walk planned by Capability Brown.... Nuneham Courtenay was one of the most famous of all 18th century gardens." Two of the plates are in excellent antique condition, no chips or cracks. The other two plates are in very good antique condition; one has a small rim chip that only shows on the back, and the other has a small chip on the foot on the back. The listed price is for one plate in excellent condition. Please inquire about a discount in price and shipping, if you purchase more than one plate.   « Less

Brand New Mont Blanc two fold wallet / card holder in cardboard Original Box with white textile pouch. Made in Italy, noted , with Mont blanc white button in print & glass,  More »

Brand New Mont Blanc two fold wallet / card holder in cardboard Original Box with white textile pouch. Made in Italy, noted , with Mont blanc white button in print & glass, and with booklet. box 6" x 5" x 1.5" and Wallet fold 4.5" x 3". It is Modern, and would make a fabulous gift.   « Less

I have for sale out of a private collection of fine Boston Sandwich glass a super rare Paneled Pebbles cologne perfume bottle in Clambroth. This bottle is authentic Boston  More »

I have for sale out of a private collection of fine Boston Sandwich glass a super rare Paneled Pebbles cologne perfume bottle in Clambroth. This bottle is authentic Boston Sandwich glass circa 1830 - 1860. There have been a few examples known in the Paneled Pebbles pattern but very very hard to find in this color. CONDITION: This bottle is in very fine condition with a slight nick on one of the blue flower leaves, very hard to see you have to feel it. Also the ground stopper part that slides into the bottle has a flat chip but could easily be professionally polished off. The bottle is in pristine condition with no damage. What a wonderful find in such fine condition with hardly no damage! The bottom of the bottle has a polished pontil mark. The bottle with stopper measures 7 1/2" tall. I am asking a great price!   « Less

Lovely little salt spoon with stem and finial in the Queen's Pattern. Made by Walker & Hall, Sheffield Early to mid 20th century. Measures 83 mm long. Very good condition,  More »

Lovely little salt spoon with stem and finial in the Queen's Pattern. Made by Walker & Hall, Sheffield Early to mid 20th century. Measures 83 mm long. Very good condition, just a very slight tiny crimp to the end of the bowl.   « Less

Old copper and metal Javanese Batik stamps, with design of leaves. Pair of these, giving the pattern repeat. Photo shows one only, the other is mirror image. Each measures 18  More »

Old copper and metal Javanese Batik stamps, with design of leaves. Pair of these, giving the pattern repeat. Photo shows one only, the other is mirror image. Each measures 18 cm by 18 cm (7 inches square). Very good condition.   « Less

Old copper and metal Javanese Batik stamps, with design of birds and paisley style leaves. Pair of these, giving the pattern repeat. Photo shows one only, the other is mirror  More »

Old copper and metal Javanese Batik stamps, with design of birds and paisley style leaves. Pair of these, giving the pattern repeat. Photo shows one only, the other is mirror image. Each measures 19 cm by 15 cm (7.1/2 inches by 6 inches). A little crushing at one corner (can be starightened), otherwise very good condition.   « Less

Silver bracelet, made using Swiss silver coins all from the period 1882 to 1889. The coins are joined using links with pretty flower-head fronts. All coins are 5 centimes (I  More »

Silver bracelet, made using Swiss silver coins all from the period 1882 to 1889. The coins are joined using links with pretty flower-head fronts. All coins are 5 centimes (I think centimes and not francs, but may be wrong.) They each measure 7 mm diameter. Bracelet has 9 coins, and is 18.5 cm long. Excellent condition.   « Less

Late 19th century necklace, turquoise scarabs on gold chain. There are 11 scarabs, some in the scarab beetle shape, some in some form of shell shape, and one central tablet -  More »

Late 19th century necklace, turquoise scarabs on gold chain. There are 11 scarabs, some in the scarab beetle shape, some in some form of shell shape, and one central tablet - all with Egyptian hieroglyphics and symbols on the rear. Necklace measures 43 cm long (17 inches). One small shell-shape has a chip on it, photo shows rear with chip, but from the front it isn't so noticeable. Scarabs are about 1.5 cm by 1.1 cm each. Chain clasp tests as 12 carat gold.   « Less