Second half 19th century, Chinese wood and lacquer tray depicting Shoulao, the God of Longevity wearing a crimson robe. The deer, with which the deity is commonly associated, looks up at Shaulao from his left side, a short poetic text and seal is to the same side. Measures 14.24" square and is in excellent antique condition.
A set of six English Elizabeth II silver livery buttons engraved with a winged demi-horse crest. Made in 1959 by Alfred Ernest Neighbour, London, all are in excellent condition and measure 3/4th inch diameter.
Very fine hand painted English Battersea enamel patch box, circa 1750. Measures 1.75" diameter x 1 inch high.
Late 18th Century Bilston English enamel snuff box with dolphin on the hinged lid. Small spays of flowers adorn the sides. Measures 1.75" diameter x 1.25" high. Very good to excellent antique condition having a small chip to the bottom and some minor, but normal, wear to the base.
Chinese Rose Mandarin triangular shaped footed porcelain sauce dish. Measures 3.5" diameter x 1.25"
A small 17th century Chinese scholar's bronze water pot with matching spoon. The water pot is cast in the form of a goose, its head turned over its back, its feathers and wings picked out in relief and incised with swirls and other abstract designs. The casting is quite good and it has a wonderful patina overall. Measures 2.75" long x 2" high.
Large Chinese green glazed stoneware storage jar with a dragon, rooster, and two deer looking at the Shou character for longevity. May have been used to store rice or possible a liquid as the inside is also glazed. In original, as made, condition, it dates 1850 or earlier.
Small, 4 inches in diameter, Chinese Kangxi period blue and white porcelain plate or dish made for export. A great piece for the collector. Dates late 1600's. Excellent condition save one small chip. See last photo.
A mirror image pair of Japanese Meiji Era bronze vases with a bird hovering over flowers on both sides, and foo lion handles. Signed on bottom, these have excellent detailing and very good weight to them. Measure 13.75 inches high.
Imperial Russian black lacquered papier mache tea caddy with a hand painted troika scene on the lid. Dates circa 1850 and probably Vishniakov Factory, but unmarked. In very good condition commensurate with age with one small chip to back corner, it measures 4ʺ wide × 3.25ʺ deep × 2.5ʺ high.
A large, framed land indenture document between John Bailey and Peter Wallace for a parcel on North Street, Alexander Square, England, for the term of 80 years. Dated January 19, 1829, this beautifully handwritten document was written in lengthy detail with the map of the parcel included on the document. A square seal from the government is attached at the top and 3 wax seals are at the bottom with signatures. Document sight size measures 27” x 22”. Frame measures 33” x 28.5”.
19th C framed Scottish oil painting on canvas of a herd of highland cattle possibly fleeing a mild storm. Windsor & Newton stamp verso. Unsigned. Sight size: 25.5" x 17.5". Framed: 32" x 24".
An eye catching multi-colored jade carving of a koi fish leaping from the water amongst a grouping of lotus plants. The fish, lotus buds, seed pods, stalks and large open flower heads have excellent polish throughout, even in the hard-to-reach areas. The jade stone consists of very attractive colors such as shades of lavenders and light blushes, white, emerald green, apple green with a few tiny areas of russet and then several fine green lines in the koi's body. Circa 1960-70’s China. Measures...
A rare and marvelous majolica jardinière made in France at Onnaing, circa 1870. This piece is modeled in high relief, decorated with fern leaves, twigs and a family of lions on each side. Each end is enhanced with a Moro (blackamoor) vase. There is a professional repair to two of the fern leaves near the rim, see the last image for a close-up. There are a couple of tiny, pinhead size, chips on one of the side vases. There are some spots of missed gaze on the faces, but these are from its produc...
Pair of American museum quality gilt bronze and brass Argand lamps by J & I Cox, New York. Featuring a classical design with highly detailed dolphins, paw feet, and acanthus leaves. Measures about 21.5 inches high. The arms extend out 7.5 inches. Needs globes for the arms, see last photo for an example. Circa 1825.
An ornately carved coquilla nut snuffbox depicting a horse with cart in a field of apple trees on one side and high scrolling details on sides, with brass hinge and deep varied caramel patina of age and handling. In excellent condition with no signs of breaks or restorations. Dates about 1820. Great item for a treen collection. Measures 3.75ʺ long × 1.75ʺwide × 1ʺ high
Stunning feather pattern on a silver silk lame cracked ice ground. The feathers are embroidered with three shades of metallic gold threads, and orange and red silk threads. Decorated on both sides for the full length, this was made for a very wealthy Japanese woman. Very versatile, it can be used as table or credenza runner, draped over a tall chest, or as a wall hanging. In very good condition commensurate with age, it measures: 12.5ʺ wide × 164ʺ long. Obi hanger not included.
19th C burl wood masher with a wonderful warm patina. Excellent condition. Measures 14.75" long.