ALL ITEMS
Carved Coquilla Nut Egg Cup #6012
I believe this very finely carved and pierced egg cup to be late 18th century Georgian, carved from a coquilla nut. It is in nice condition, have a small crack in the lip of the cup, but no other damage. It has a repeating motif of shields and cornucopia, with scroll-work and leafage to complete the composition. This tiny cup is not quite 2 1/4" tall, and just over 1 3/4" wide at the rim.
This lovely little cup is priced at $145
I believe this very finely carved and pierced egg cup to be late 18th century Georgian, carved from a coquilla nut. It is in nice condition, have a small crack in the lip of the cup, but no other damage. It has a repeating motif of shields and cornucopia, with scroll-work and leafage to complete the composition. This tiny cup is not quite 2 1/4" tall, and just over 1 3/4" wide at the rim.
This lovely little cup is priced at $145
Early Lignum Vitae Cordial #6151A
This cordial, made of lignum vitae, probably dates from the early 18th century, with it's short little baluster stem. Other than warping from shrinkage and age, it is in good condition, with only a tiny crack and chip in the foot. It stands 2 9/16 tall and just 1 5/8" wide at the rim.
It is priced at $95
This cordial, made of lignum vitae, probably dates from the early 18th century, with it's short little baluster stem. Other than warping from shrinkage and age, it is in good condition, with only a tiny crack and chip in the foot. It stands 2 9/16 tall and just 1 5/8" wide at the rim.
It is priced at $95
Oval Engraved Fire Gilt Snuff Box #4110
Here is a very nice fire gilt brass snuff box, that probably dates to the last quarter of the 18th century, and is probably French. It has engraved borders, with a finely executed enameled porcelain plaque on top with cherubs in a classical scene. It is in good overall condition, with some wear to the gilding coming through in a few high spots and along the edges. The domed enamel has some wear to the surface, but no chips or cracks. It is a heavily built box with a complex 7 barrel hinge. It is 3 5/16" long, 1 5/8" front to back, and 1 1/4" high.
It is priced at $445
Here is a very nice fire gilt brass snuff box, that probably dates to the last quarter of the 18th century, and is probably French. It has engraved borders, with a finely executed enameled porcelain plaque on top with cherubs in a classical scene. It is in good overall condition, with some wear to the gilding coming through in a few high spots and along the edges. The domed enamel has some wear to the surface, but no chips or cracks. It is a heavily built box with a complex 7 barrel hinge. It is 3 5/16" long, 1 5/8" front to back, and 1 1/4" high.
It is priced at $445
Flintlock Fowler, by Johann Georg Wisthaler of Munich #6076
This is a beautiful fullstock fowler that has all wrought iron and engraved mounts and very fine rococo ruffle and serpent head carving. He is identified by the Gold touchmark in the top of the breech. He is listed in Stockel as working in Munich between 1745 and 1748. This gun is 20 bore, with the barrel 35 3/4" long and it is 50 5/16" overall. It is in remarkable condition with no damage, repairs, or alterations and a wonderful old color and finish. It retains it's original horn tipped ramrod, with a long jag on the end.
This fine early fowler is priced at $8750
This is a beautiful fullstock fowler that has all wrought iron and engraved mounts and very fine rococo ruffle and serpent head carving. He is identified by the Gold touchmark in the top of the breech. He is listed in Stockel as working in Munich between 1745 and 1748. This gun is 20 bore, with the barrel 35 3/4" long and it is 50 5/16" overall. It is in remarkable condition with no damage, repairs, or alterations and a wonderful old color and finish. It retains it's original horn tipped ramrod, with a long jag on the end.
This fine early fowler is priced at $8750
Long Barreled German .58 Caliber Flintlock Jaeger Rifle #4857
Here is a rifle that defies the commonplace. German Jaeger rifles usually have a barrel length between 20 and 30 inches, this heavy walled barrel (over 1 3/8" at the breech) however is 40 11/16" long! There are a couple of other unusual details that set this rifle apart. It has molded rifling, as you can see in the photo of the muzzle, oftentimes German rifles have a very fancy file shaped crown in the muzzle, but this is the shape of the rifling all the way down the bore! It also retains a rarely encountered special hook near the muzzle that is for use in maintaining a rest on a bench or a branch in the field to steady the piece while aiming. The barrel is also retained by wedges, which are rarely encountered in Jaeger rifles, that even have brass sleeves surrounding the wedges in the wood. The ramrod pipes have a beautifully executed spiral pattern, and the rest of the brass hardware has very pleasant engraving throughout with a whimsical depiction of a hunter enjoying his beer from a stein sitting on a keg on the top of the buttplate heel. The stock, which is made of curly walnut is nicely decorated with raised carving and moldings in all the expected places. There is a pleasing hunter's star inlaid on, and a stag rising out of the carving behind the cheekpiece. It seems to be in excellent condition, with just some minor bumps and bruises. It seems to retain what looks like charcoal bluing on the barrel, with an as yet unidentified silver inlaid touchmark on the top of the breech, and a silver front sight. A similar long barreled rifle with the same type of special rest hook is pictured in "Steinschloss-Jagerbuchsen" by Erhard Wolf (2006), on pages 315-324, #25.
This rifle is priced at $8950
Here is a rifle that defies the commonplace. German Jaeger rifles usually have a barrel length between 20 and 30 inches, this heavy walled barrel (over 1 3/8" at the breech) however is 40 11/16" long! There are a couple of other unusual details that set this rifle apart. It has molded rifling, as you can see in the photo of the muzzle, oftentimes German rifles have a very fancy file shaped crown in the muzzle, but this is the shape of the rifling all the way down the bore! It also retains a rarely encountered special hook near the muzzle that is for use in maintaining a rest on a bench or a branch in the field to steady the piece while aiming. The barrel is also retained by wedges, which are rarely encountered in Jaeger rifles, that even have brass sleeves surrounding the wedges in the wood. The ramrod pipes have a beautifully executed spiral pattern, and the rest of the brass hardware has very pleasant engraving throughout with a whimsical depiction of a hunter enjoying his beer from a stein sitting on a keg on the top of the buttplate heel. The stock, which is made of curly walnut is nicely decorated with raised carving and moldings in all the expected places. There is a pleasing hunter's star inlaid on, and a stag rising out of the carving behind the cheekpiece. It seems to be in excellent condition, with just some minor bumps and bruises. It seems to retain what looks like charcoal bluing on the barrel, with an as yet unidentified silver inlaid touchmark on the top of the breech, and a silver front sight. A similar long barreled rifle with the same type of special rest hook is pictured in "Steinschloss-Jagerbuchsen" by Erhard Wolf (2006), on pages 315-324, #25.
This rifle is priced at $8950
Portsmouth, New Hampshire Ribbon Back Side Chair, probably by Robert Harrold. c1770-80 #5530
This ribbon back side chair is from Portsmouth, and is by Robert Harrold (working 1765-92), or a closely related shop. It is mahogany, except for the over upholstered seat rails, which are maple. The front seat rail is made from a very tight piece of curly maple. The chair is all original, in an old finish, and full height, other than the glue blocks for the seat rails have been replaced, and the upholstery. The ribbon slats are nicely carved, as is the crest-rail. The front legs have a molding profile typical of Harrold's work, and a chamfer on the back post under the side stretchers typical of Southern New Hampshire chairs. The chair is 36 3/4" tall, and the front of the seat is 21 1/4" wide.
This is priced at $575
This ribbon back side chair is from Portsmouth, and is by Robert Harrold (working 1765-92), or a closely related shop. It is mahogany, except for the over upholstered seat rails, which are maple. The front seat rail is made from a very tight piece of curly maple. The chair is all original, in an old finish, and full height, other than the glue blocks for the seat rails have been replaced, and the upholstery. The ribbon slats are nicely carved, as is the crest-rail. The front legs have a molding profile typical of Harrold's work, and a chamfer on the back post under the side stretchers typical of Southern New Hampshire chairs. The chair is 36 3/4" tall, and the front of the seat is 21 1/4" wide.
This is priced at $575
Late 16th, Early 17th Century German Hunting Falcion #3155
Here is an impressive and large early German hunting knife/falcion. It is mounted with iron, brass and still retains it's stag grips. While it has seen some use, it is still a big massive knife! The blade is inlaid in 2 places with bronze makers marks. There is some significant pitting on the blade, but this is still a big, heavy, sound knife, of beautifully executed workmanship. The blade is a little over 13" long, and the knife is 19" overall.
The knife is priced at $1450
Here is an impressive and large early German hunting knife/falcion. It is mounted with iron, brass and still retains it's stag grips. While it has seen some use, it is still a big massive knife! The blade is inlaid in 2 places with bronze makers marks. There is some significant pitting on the blade, but this is still a big, heavy, sound knife, of beautifully executed workmanship. The blade is a little over 13" long, and the knife is 19" overall.
The knife is priced at $1450
17th Century Small Brass Pot with a Wrought Iron Bail Handle #1413
This is an interesting little pot, made of rather heavy weight sheet brass, that probably dates from the last 1/2 of the 17th century. I suspect that it may be French, and made for the North American Indian trade. It retains it's original finely twisted bail handle, and has relatively fancy gussets for the handle to attach to the body. It is in really amazing condition for this type of pot to survive in, with no dents, holes, or cracks to be encountered anywhere on the piece. It is 4" in diameter, and 2 1/4" high.
This rare little survivor is priced at $895
This is an interesting little pot, made of rather heavy weight sheet brass, that probably dates from the last 1/2 of the 17th century. I suspect that it may be French, and made for the North American Indian trade. It retains it's original finely twisted bail handle, and has relatively fancy gussets for the handle to attach to the body. It is in really amazing condition for this type of pot to survive in, with no dents, holes, or cracks to be encountered anywhere on the piece. It is 4" in diameter, and 2 1/4" high.
This rare little survivor is priced at $895
18th Century Gold Mounted Knife #6072
Here is a very nice French gold fruit knife. It is comprised of gold, INCLUDING THE BLADE, and has mother of pearl and gold bolsters. I am not certain of the city of it's manufacture, but it is clearly marked, definitely French, and definitely 18th century. It is in very good condition, with a very tiny tear, and tiny dent in the end of the handle.
This is priced at $975
Here is a very nice French gold fruit knife. It is comprised of gold, INCLUDING THE BLADE, and has mother of pearl and gold bolsters. I am not certain of the city of it's manufacture, but it is clearly marked, definitely French, and definitely 18th century. It is in very good condition, with a very tiny tear, and tiny dent in the end of the handle.
This is priced at $975
Set of 6 Silver Pistol Handled Dessert Knives #3373
Here is a nice set of small pistol gripped dessert knives that are English. The silver handles have touch marks that are difficult to read, but I was able to discern that they are Sheffield manufacture, by a maker by the name of G. Hardesty, and seem to date around 1830. The handles have very nice scroll relief, with some wear on the high spots and some tarnish on the blades and handles. These dessert knives are just 6 1/2" overall.
They are priced at just $685
Here is a nice set of small pistol gripped dessert knives that are English. The silver handles have touch marks that are difficult to read, but I was able to discern that they are Sheffield manufacture, by a maker by the name of G. Hardesty, and seem to date around 1830. The handles have very nice scroll relief, with some wear on the high spots and some tarnish on the blades and handles. These dessert knives are just 6 1/2" overall.
They are priced at just $685
Set of 12 Chiseled Steel and Mother of Pearl Knives and Forks # 2445
Here is an amazing set of early knives and forks that are probably Italian, and date from the late 16th or early 17th centuries. They are constructed of chiseled steel, with mother of pearl panels set into the grips. This set is amazing in the fact that they are in like new condition, probably because they have been stored in this 19th century custom storage case, protecting them from the elements. The knives are 6 3/4" long and the forks are 6" overall. The knifes have a Fleur de lis mark in each blade. The forks are unmarked. The storage case has some scuffing and wear and tear, but the knives and forks have survived in virtually mint condition. There are knives and forks that are almost identical, retaining what seems to be the same touchmark pictured in "Historische Bestecke", by Jochen Amme (2002), #129-130.
This set of tableware is available for $9450
Here is an amazing set of early knives and forks that are probably Italian, and date from the late 16th or early 17th centuries. They are constructed of chiseled steel, with mother of pearl panels set into the grips. This set is amazing in the fact that they are in like new condition, probably because they have been stored in this 19th century custom storage case, protecting them from the elements. The knives are 6 3/4" long and the forks are 6" overall. The knifes have a Fleur de lis mark in each blade. The forks are unmarked. The storage case has some scuffing and wear and tear, but the knives and forks have survived in virtually mint condition. There are knives and forks that are almost identical, retaining what seems to be the same touchmark pictured in "Historische Bestecke", by Jochen Amme (2002), #129-130.
This set of tableware is available for $9450
Rare set of Eight Porcelain Handled Table Knives #6088
This set of knives are probably by Meissen about 1740. They have a pistol grip with a basket weave design to the ends, five with scattered flowers and 3 with flowers and insects. The knife blades are made of steel and are original to the set. Some of the blades have a maker's mark of what looks like a portrait head. The mounts of the handle seem to be silver gilt. The tang goes through the ferrule and handle and there is a gilt finial on the other end which the tang rivets through. This was only done on early on. The knives are in excellent condition with some wear and oxidation to the gilding and the enameling, but there are no cracks or chips in the porcelain. Each knife is 9 1/2" in overall length, with the blades being about 5 1/2" to the ferrule.
This unusual set of eight is priced at $3650
This set of knives are probably by Meissen about 1740. They have a pistol grip with a basket weave design to the ends, five with scattered flowers and 3 with flowers and insects. The knife blades are made of steel and are original to the set. Some of the blades have a maker's mark of what looks like a portrait head. The mounts of the handle seem to be silver gilt. The tang goes through the ferrule and handle and there is a gilt finial on the other end which the tang rivets through. This was only done on early on. The knives are in excellent condition with some wear and oxidation to the gilding and the enameling, but there are no cracks or chips in the porcelain. Each knife is 9 1/2" in overall length, with the blades being about 5 1/2" to the ferrule.
This unusual set of eight is priced at $3650
Japanese Powder Flask #6034
Here is a nice Powder flack comprised of bone and wood in combination. It has a threaded bone spout, into a finely beaded and turned wooden neck, with a bone body, a wooden butt plug, and a bone lanyard finial. The flask is fitted together with 4 screws. It has a raise carved scene of 4 Samurai warriors on the main part of the body. There is a short lanyard cord still attached. It probably dates from the early 19th century, to accompany a Japanese matchlock musket. While it has a few dents and chips, it was well used it has a nice surface and is still quite serviceable.
It is priced at $785
Here is a nice Powder flack comprised of bone and wood in combination. It has a threaded bone spout, into a finely beaded and turned wooden neck, with a bone body, a wooden butt plug, and a bone lanyard finial. The flask is fitted together with 4 screws. It has a raise carved scene of 4 Samurai warriors on the main part of the body. There is a short lanyard cord still attached. It probably dates from the early 19th century, to accompany a Japanese matchlock musket. While it has a few dents and chips, it was well used it has a nice surface and is still quite serviceable.
It is priced at $785
Map of North America, Dated 1779 #5829
"A New and Correct Map of North America, with the West India Islands", 1779, by Sayer and Bennett, London. This is a large, rare, and desirable map of colonial North America. It was printed in 4 sections, and measures approximately 40 X 46", with generous margins all around. It is currently set up framed in 2 halves, top and bottom, as can be seen in the photographs. I believe this is the map that is usually referred to as "The Pownall Map", after governor Thomas Pownall, of Massachusetts, and there are many references and websites that carry very detailed information about this map.
The asking price on this map is $7250
"A New and Correct Map of North America, with the West India Islands", 1779, by Sayer and Bennett, London. This is a large, rare, and desirable map of colonial North America. It was printed in 4 sections, and measures approximately 40 X 46", with generous margins all around. It is currently set up framed in 2 halves, top and bottom, as can be seen in the photographs. I believe this is the map that is usually referred to as "The Pownall Map", after governor Thomas Pownall, of Massachusetts, and there are many references and websites that carry very detailed information about this map.
The asking price on this map is $7250
Large Early Lignum Vitae Mortar # 6143
Here is a large, beautifully turned mortar, that is most likely English and made in the 2nd half of the 18th century. It is turned from Lignum Vitae, which is a very dense tropical hardwood from the Caribbean basin, and was known for it's curative powers. It is a quite large mortar, being 8 5/8" high, and about 6" in diameter. The pestle is ash, and is 11" long. While there is numerous fine checks in the body of the mortar, and a shrinkage crack in the bottom, there are no structural issues with either the mortar or pestle, and it looks to have been recently used. A nice large early mortar for use in your kitchen today.
Priced at $445
Here is a large, beautifully turned mortar, that is most likely English and made in the 2nd half of the 18th century. It is turned from Lignum Vitae, which is a very dense tropical hardwood from the Caribbean basin, and was known for it's curative powers. It is a quite large mortar, being 8 5/8" high, and about 6" in diameter. The pestle is ash, and is 11" long. While there is numerous fine checks in the body of the mortar, and a shrinkage crack in the bottom, there are no structural issues with either the mortar or pestle, and it looks to have been recently used. A nice large early mortar for use in your kitchen today.
Priced at $445
Hyde's Calendar Medal, 1853 #1868
Here is a calendar medal that was published by J. B. Hyde, 162 Fulton Street, New York. It is calculated for the year 1853. This struck and milled calendar medal seems to be in very good condition.
It is priced at $145
Here is a calendar medal that was published by J. B. Hyde, 162 Fulton Street, New York. It is calculated for the year 1853. This struck and milled calendar medal seems to be in very good condition.
It is priced at $145
16th Century Holy Water Stoup #6070
Here is a very early brass or bronze holy water stoop. It is probably German, and dates from the 15th or 16th centuries. It was cast, and then turned inside, and out to finish it. It is in excellent condition, and it stands about 2 3/4" tall at the rim, and 2 3/4" in diameter. with the handle up, it is about 6 1/4" in overall height. It is priced at $895
Here is a very early brass or bronze holy water stoop. It is probably German, and dates from the 15th or 16th centuries. It was cast, and then turned inside, and out to finish it. It is in excellent condition, and it stands about 2 3/4" tall at the rim, and 2 3/4" in diameter. with the handle up, it is about 6 1/4" in overall height. It is priced at $895
17th Century Silver Gilt Tumbler #2502
Here is a small silver ball footed beaker, that I believe is Moscow, and probably dates from the 2nd half of the 18th century. It is in very nice condition, with chasing and engraving around the middle of the body, containing eagles and rococo scroll work. This fine little beaker stands just 2 3/8" tall, and is 2" in diameter.
It is priced at $465
Here is a small silver ball footed beaker, that I believe is Moscow, and probably dates from the 2nd half of the 18th century. It is in very nice condition, with chasing and engraving around the middle of the body, containing eagles and rococo scroll work. This fine little beaker stands just 2 3/8" tall, and is 2" in diameter.
It is priced at $465
Engine Turned Lignum Vitae 17th Century German Box #5759
This is a wonderful example of early turner's art. It is a lignum vitae and ebony engine turned box, that I believe is German, and dates from the middle of the 17th century.
It has an early type of 2 screw faceplate mark in the bottom, and although it has a shrinkage crack in the lid, it is in all other respects a very crisp and sharp example. This measures 2 5/8" tall by 3 1/2" wide.
It is priced at $2650
This is a wonderful example of early turner's art. It is a lignum vitae and ebony engine turned box, that I believe is German, and dates from the middle of the 17th century.
It has an early type of 2 screw faceplate mark in the bottom, and although it has a shrinkage crack in the lid, it is in all other respects a very crisp and sharp example. This measures 2 5/8" tall by 3 1/2" wide.
It is priced at $2650
Early Swedish Silver Ball Footed Beaker #2358
This ball footed beaker is probably Swedish, and has the owner's initials "MMPS" engraved on the side. I believe it dates from the early 19th century, and is in very nice condition. It stands 2 3/4" tall, and 2 5/8" wide.
It is priced at $395
This ball footed beaker is probably Swedish, and has the owner's initials "MMPS" engraved on the side. I believe it dates from the early 19th century, and is in very nice condition. It stands 2 3/4" tall, and 2 5/8" wide.
It is priced at $395
Early Russian Silver Ball Footed Beaker #1554
Here is a ball footed beaker, that is probably Russian, and from the early 19th century. There are no markings, but it is raised from very heavy stock, and has wriggle work swags around the body. This stout little beaker is in very good condition, and it stands just under 2" tall, and is about 1 3/4" in diameter.
It is priced at $285
Here is a ball footed beaker, that is probably Russian, and from the early 19th century. There are no markings, but it is raised from very heavy stock, and has wriggle work swags around the body. This stout little beaker is in very good condition, and it stands just under 2" tall, and is about 1 3/4" in diameter.
It is priced at $285
Russian 18th Century Ball Footed Beaker #2005
Here is a small silver ball footed beaker, that I believe is Moscow, and probably dates from the 2nd half of the 18th century. It is in very nice condition, with chasing and engraving around the middle of the body, containing eagles and rococo scroll work. This fine little beaker stands just 2 3/8" tall, and is 2" in diameter.
It is priced at $465
Here is a small silver ball footed beaker, that I believe is Moscow, and probably dates from the 2nd half of the 18th century. It is in very nice condition, with chasing and engraving around the middle of the body, containing eagles and rococo scroll work. This fine little beaker stands just 2 3/8" tall, and is 2" in diameter.
It is priced at $465
18th Century Hurrengrund Cup #3182
This Herrengrund cup dates from the 18th century. This cup is made of copper that was extracted by a process known as cementation, in which water containing copper forms a deposit on iron. Production was limited to three areas in the county of Sohl in what is now Hungary.The outside of the body is completely stipled, except for the rim which is engraved with an old German proverb that mentions a young woman and mother. I am sorry my "Alt Deutsch" is not very good! The rim and the inside of the tumbler is gilded. The rim retains most all of its original gilding, while the inside has maybe 50%. With some minor bumps and wear, it is in otherwise very nice condition. It stands at 2" tall, and 3" in diameter.
This one is priced at $795
This Herrengrund cup dates from the 18th century. This cup is made of copper that was extracted by a process known as cementation, in which water containing copper forms a deposit on iron. Production was limited to three areas in the county of Sohl in what is now Hungary.The outside of the body is completely stipled, except for the rim which is engraved with an old German proverb that mentions a young woman and mother. I am sorry my "Alt Deutsch" is not very good! The rim and the inside of the tumbler is gilded. The rim retains most all of its original gilding, while the inside has maybe 50%. With some minor bumps and wear, it is in otherwise very nice condition. It stands at 2" tall, and 3" in diameter.
This one is priced at $795
17th Century Engraving by DeGheyn of a Soldier #2466
This is an original engraving of a soldier handling his "caliver" (arquebus/musket). It was engraved by Jacob De Gheyn, for his book entitled "The exercise of arms" published in 1608. This is #1-6 titled "Hold wel your match and blow of it". The plate is about 7 1/4" X 10 1/4", with very ample margins. It is in very good condition, and I had it framed by Perry Hopf, who makes wonderful reproduction frames.
It is priced at $485
This is an original engraving of a soldier handling his "caliver" (arquebus/musket). It was engraved by Jacob De Gheyn, for his book entitled "The exercise of arms" published in 1608. This is #1-6 titled "Hold wel your match and blow of it". The plate is about 7 1/4" X 10 1/4", with very ample margins. It is in very good condition, and I had it framed by Perry Hopf, who makes wonderful reproduction frames.
It is priced at $485
Silver Tumbler Dated 1755 #3179
This is a small gadrooned silver tumbler. It is probably of French, or German origin, and one of the touch-marks is dated 1755. It stands 1 5/8" tall, and 2 3/8" wide. It is in very nice condition for it's age.
This is priced at $585
This is a small gadrooned silver tumbler. It is probably of French, or German origin, and one of the touch-marks is dated 1755. It stands 1 5/8" tall, and 2 3/8" wide. It is in very nice condition for it's age.
This is priced at $585
18th Century Wax Seal #5643
This wax seal is made of rosewood and iron. It has conjoined initials of "CF" repeated in mirror image of itself. It probably dates from the early 18th century, and is probably French or German. The seal face is about 7/8" by 13/16" oval, and stands about 3 1/2" tall.
This seal is $365
This wax seal is made of rosewood and iron. It has conjoined initials of "CF" repeated in mirror image of itself. It probably dates from the early 18th century, and is probably French or German. The seal face is about 7/8" by 13/16" oval, and stands about 3 1/2" tall.
This seal is $365
Amethyst English Flip Glass #6018
Here is a large amethyst flip glass. It is most likely English, and early 19th century in date. It also seems to be of lead glass, as it is heavy with a very nice ring to it. It has a broken unpolished pontil, and is in nice condition with no chips or cracks. It stands 7 1/2" tall, and is 4 3/4" in diameter.
It is priced at $295
Here is a large amethyst flip glass. It is most likely English, and early 19th century in date. It also seems to be of lead glass, as it is heavy with a very nice ring to it. It has a broken unpolished pontil, and is in nice condition with no chips or cracks. It stands 7 1/2" tall, and is 4 3/4" in diameter.
It is priced at $295
18th Century Bronze Fob Seal #6055
This is a nice example of a bronze or brass seal, that is typical of base metal seals of the 18th century. The seal depicts a star over a leaping horse, and the initials, "IGW" underneath. This little seal is priced at $195
This is a nice example of a bronze or brass seal, that is typical of base metal seals of the 18th century. The seal depicts a star over a leaping horse, and the initials, "IGW" underneath. This little seal is priced at $195
18th Century Silver Fob Seal #6056
Here is a nice early silver wax seal, with a prancing horse finial. It has a crowned and conjoined initial. It bears two marks, one is crowned triple tower keep, and a maker's mark "HP". I believe this seal dates from the early to mid 18th century. It has little wear, and is in nice condition.
It is priced at $395
Here is a nice early silver wax seal, with a prancing horse finial. It has a crowned and conjoined initial. It bears two marks, one is crowned triple tower keep, and a maker's mark "HP". I believe this seal dates from the early to mid 18th century. It has little wear, and is in nice condition.
It is priced at $395
Scrolled Wrought Iron Andirons #6057
This is an amazing pair of scrolled wrought iron andirons, that are an outstanding example of early forge work. I believe they are from the
Newburyport area, as there are a number of examples of bootscrapers from there that exhibit many similar characteristics.
They are one of my all time favorite pair of andirons! These andirons are 17" tall and 16" deep. In wonderful condition, they date from late 18th Century to early 19th Century.
They are priced at $1650
This is an amazing pair of scrolled wrought iron andirons, that are an outstanding example of early forge work. I believe they are from the
Newburyport area, as there are a number of examples of bootscrapers from there that exhibit many similar characteristics.
They are one of my all time favorite pair of andirons! These andirons are 17" tall and 16" deep. In wonderful condition, they date from late 18th Century to early 19th Century.
They are priced at $1650
16th Century Copper Gilt Beaker #4148
Here is a very unusual and rare Waldglas form gilt copper beaker. Wrought with prunts, just as if it were made of glass! It even has a high "kick" in the bottom, just as a blown glass beaker would have. It was originally fire gilt throughout, and has a wonderful engraved hunt scene running around the upper third of the body. It is German, and probably dates from the middle of the 16th century. It is in very nice condition, other than the gilding is about half worn off. It stands 2 3/4" tall, and is 3 3/8" wide at the rim.
The price of this beaker is $4950
Here is a very unusual and rare Waldglas form gilt copper beaker. Wrought with prunts, just as if it were made of glass! It even has a high "kick" in the bottom, just as a blown glass beaker would have. It was originally fire gilt throughout, and has a wonderful engraved hunt scene running around the upper third of the body. It is German, and probably dates from the middle of the 16th century. It is in very nice condition, other than the gilding is about half worn off. It stands 2 3/4" tall, and is 3 3/8" wide at the rim.
The price of this beaker is $4950
Silver and Wood Handled Seal #5208
This is a nice early wax seal, comprised of what looks like maple, with the seal being silver. It probably dates from the 18th century, and it depicts a bull's head over a knight's helmet, surmounting two oval shields, one with a rampant lion, the other with a lager version of the bull's head. It is probably German, and has some imperfections to the handle, and minor dings and wear to the silver seal. The seal is 15/16" by 13/16" oval, and stands about 3" tall.
This one is priced at only $285
This is a nice early wax seal, comprised of what looks like maple, with the seal being silver. It probably dates from the 18th century, and it depicts a bull's head over a knight's helmet, surmounting two oval shields, one with a rampant lion, the other with a lager version of the bull's head. It is probably German, and has some imperfections to the handle, and minor dings and wear to the silver seal. The seal is 15/16" by 13/16" oval, and stands about 3" tall.
This one is priced at only $285
Finely Carved Oval Plaque #5938
This beautifully carved plaque depicting 5 cherubs is a tour de force of carving. It is Italian, and probably from the middle of the 19th century, although it may be earlier. It has a very old label on the back which is inscribed, "Guidi Gose Zucrci 457, Siena". The bottom of the label is missing, but the carving itself is in perfect condition, with no chips, cracks or damage of any kind. It has extremely crisp carving, down to the very last detail. You can almost see each individual hair on the cherub's heads! The oval plaque is about 8 1/4" by 6 1/4", and it is less than 3/4" in total thickness.
This wood carving is available for $1850
Steel and Ebony Seal #1252
Here is one of the nicest seals I have ever owned. It is comprised of iron, brass, and ebony. It is probably from Prussia, and belonged to a Duke, or a Baron, who was a member of The Order of the Black Eagle. It has the motto of the order, "Suum Cuique", which translates from Latin to mean, "To each his own". The seal probably dates from sometime in the 18th or early 19th centuries. It is a very intricately engraved and chiseled seal, with a panoply of arms, and numerous depictions of double headed eagles and a horse, with a banner of medals depicted along the bottom, mostly Maltese crosses. It is in very nice condition, with some minor corrosion on the brass ferrule, and some slight staining on the iron face. The seal itself is 1 1/2" by 1 1/4" oval, and the overall height is 3 1/2".
The seal is priced at $1950
Here is one of the nicest seals I have ever owned. It is comprised of iron, brass, and ebony. It is probably from Prussia, and belonged to a Duke, or a Baron, who was a member of The Order of the Black Eagle. It has the motto of the order, "Suum Cuique", which translates from Latin to mean, "To each his own". The seal probably dates from sometime in the 18th or early 19th centuries. It is a very intricately engraved and chiseled seal, with a panoply of arms, and numerous depictions of double headed eagles and a horse, with a banner of medals depicted along the bottom, mostly Maltese crosses. It is in very nice condition, with some minor corrosion on the brass ferrule, and some slight staining on the iron face. The seal itself is 1 1/2" by 1 1/4" oval, and the overall height is 3 1/2".
The seal is priced at $1950
Limoge Enamel Snuff Box #4315
This is an early French Limoges Enamel Snuff Box. It probably dates from the early 18th century, with a portrait of a shepherdess in a pastoral setting on the lid. The box is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks in the enamel, and with just the slightest amount of wear on the gilded highlights.
A wonderful object of vertu priced at $675
This is an early French Limoges Enamel Snuff Box. It probably dates from the early 18th century, with a portrait of a shepherdess in a pastoral setting on the lid. The box is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks in the enamel, and with just the slightest amount of wear on the gilded highlights.
A wonderful object of vertu priced at $675
17th Century Carved Penitent #1383
This is a small carved wooden figure of a penitent girl, that is probably German, and I would think dates from the 2nd half of the 17th century. It is still in it's original painted decoration, with the expected wear and rubbing to the paint. The biggest condition issue, is that her feet are missing, where she probably broke off of an integrally carved base. We have always had her suspended by a small line, because she has the impression of floating in the air. She is about 8 1/2" in overall length.
Price: $1550
This is a small carved wooden figure of a penitent girl, that is probably German, and I would think dates from the 2nd half of the 17th century. It is still in it's original painted decoration, with the expected wear and rubbing to the paint. The biggest condition issue, is that her feet are missing, where she probably broke off of an integrally carved base. We have always had her suspended by a small line, because she has the impression of floating in the air. She is about 8 1/2" in overall length.
Price: $1550
Norwegian Polychrome Bowl #5061
Here is a 19th century Norwegian polychrome bowl. The inscription states "Det tre som bar den gode frukt kan Siden bli til are brukt". In English the translation I believe is "The tree that bore the good fruit can since be turned into a (new) use". Meaning the bowl is now made from the tree, after it is done bearing fruit. The bowl measures 10" in diameter, and is 3 1/2" high.
This bowl is priced at $675
Here is a 19th century Norwegian polychrome bowl. The inscription states "Det tre som bar den gode frukt kan Siden bli til are brukt". In English the translation I believe is "The tree that bore the good fruit can since be turned into a (new) use". Meaning the bowl is now made from the tree, after it is done bearing fruit. The bowl measures 10" in diameter, and is 3 1/2" high.
This bowl is priced at $675
Finely Carved and Turned Goblets #5536
This is a pair of turned and carved wooden goblets of the first order! I believe that they date from the late 18th century , or possibly into the early 19th. I cannot tell you what tropical hardwood they are crafted from, but it is very dense stuff. They have incredibly crisp and detailed carving that is just beautifully executed. They stand 5" tall, and about 1 7/8" in diameter. Just stunning carving, and in wonderful condition.
The price for the pair is $1295
This is a pair of turned and carved wooden goblets of the first order! I believe that they date from the late 18th century , or possibly into the early 19th. I cannot tell you what tropical hardwood they are crafted from, but it is very dense stuff. They have incredibly crisp and detailed carving that is just beautifully executed. They stand 5" tall, and about 1 7/8" in diameter. Just stunning carving, and in wonderful condition.
The price for the pair is $1295
Musketeen Cookie Mold #2932
This is a very unusual two piece cookie or sugar mold of a cavalier/musketeer. It is Dutch in origin, and most likely dates from the 2nd quarter of the 17th century, by his mode of dress. It has some chips and shrinkage cracks, and worm holes typical of molds from that period, and it is carved from pear-wood. It is 9" in overall height, and 4" wide.
This mold is priced at $1295
This is a very unusual two piece cookie or sugar mold of a cavalier/musketeer. It is Dutch in origin, and most likely dates from the 2nd quarter of the 17th century, by his mode of dress. It has some chips and shrinkage cracks, and worm holes typical of molds from that period, and it is carved from pear-wood. It is 9" in overall height, and 4" wide.
This mold is priced at $1295
19th Century South American Silver Bowl #6058
This is a very nice South American Silver bowl from the 19th century. Although it has hallmarks, I cannot decipher them. One mark is a boar sitting on his haunches, with a Roman numeral 2. The bowl is about 6 1/4" in diameter, and stands about 2 1/2" high. A very nice example of Peruvian or Mexican silver, in very good condition with no repairs.
The price on this South American Silver Bowl is $695
This is a very nice South American Silver bowl from the 19th century. Although it has hallmarks, I cannot decipher them. One mark is a boar sitting on his haunches, with a Roman numeral 2. The bowl is about 6 1/4" in diameter, and stands about 2 1/2" high. A very nice example of Peruvian or Mexican silver, in very good condition with no repairs.
The price on this South American Silver Bowl is $695
17th Century Cast Relief Floral Pewter Plate #3283
Here is a pewter plate, with relief cast floral decoration. It is from Nuremberg, Germany, and was made sometime in the middle of the 17th century, by a member of the Spatz family. It is marked with a shield shaped mark. The left half of the marks depicts half an eagle, and the other half has the initials "NS". A dish from the same mold is pictured in "Pewter of the Western World, 1600-1850" by Peter Hornsby. It is identical to plate #27, page #33, bottom right. The plate measures 7 1/4" in diameter, and is in pretty good condition, with some wrinkling, and a small hanging hole in the side being the only damage.
The price on the dish is $875
Here is a pewter plate, with relief cast floral decoration. It is from Nuremberg, Germany, and was made sometime in the middle of the 17th century, by a member of the Spatz family. It is marked with a shield shaped mark. The left half of the marks depicts half an eagle, and the other half has the initials "NS". A dish from the same mold is pictured in "Pewter of the Western World, 1600-1850" by Peter Hornsby. It is identical to plate #27, page #33, bottom right. The plate measures 7 1/4" in diameter, and is in pretty good condition, with some wrinkling, and a small hanging hole in the side being the only damage.
The price on the dish is $875
17th Century Cast Relief Floral Pewter Plate #1404
This is a pewter plate with relief cast floral decoration, the is probably German, and from the middle years of the 17th century. It is marked "DL" in an oval, over a shield containing a large star in the center. The plate is 7 7/8" in diameter, and fairly crisp on the face with some dings and minor wear. It also has a rim split that has been repaired from the rear, that goes about 1/4 of the way around the center boss. There are also period owner's initials on the back, "KT', and "PR". There is a small hanging hole in the rim.
The price of the plate is $695
17th Century Cast Relief Figural Pewter Plate #5760
This pewter plate with cast relief decoration depicts Ferdinand the 3rd, Holy Roman Emperor, who ruled from 1637-1657. Around the rim are depictions of 6 of what I assume are Princes of the Holy Roman Empire. The rim is split about 1/2 way around, and there are a few casting flaws in the rim. That being stated, the face of the plate is quite crisp. The is some 19th century ink accession numbers on both the front and the back of the plate, from where it had probably belonged to a European Museum or collection at one time. This plate is about 7 1/2" in diameter.
The price on this plate is $595
19th Century Steel Key #5932
Here is an interesting Chiseled Steel Key, that probably dates to sometime in the 19th century. It has a chiseled hound standing between two scrolls on the bow sticking his tongue out, and a square engraved shank, with alternating panels of engraved strap-work and scroll-work. I believe that the key is nickel plated, and in good overall condition. It measures 5 5/8" long.
The key is priced at $185
Here is an interesting Chiseled Steel Key, that probably dates to sometime in the 19th century. It has a chiseled hound standing between two scrolls on the bow sticking his tongue out, and a square engraved shank, with alternating panels of engraved strap-work and scroll-work. I believe that the key is nickel plated, and in good overall condition. It measures 5 5/8" long.
The key is priced at $185
15th Century Wrought Iron Door Knocker #4530
This is a very rare and early Wrought Iron Door Knocker. It is probably Italian, and it dates to the 15th century. It has 2 small feathers missing off the mounting ring, but is in good condition with a wonderful old surface otherwise. The back plate is 6 1/2" in diameter, and the knocker ring is about 4 1/2" in diameter, and it stands about 3 1/2" off the surface. The price on this knocker is $2450
This is a very rare and early Wrought Iron Door Knocker. It is probably Italian, and it dates to the 15th century. It has 2 small feathers missing off the mounting ring, but is in good condition with a wonderful old surface otherwise. The back plate is 6 1/2" in diameter, and the knocker ring is about 4 1/2" in diameter, and it stands about 3 1/2" off the surface. The price on this knocker is $2450
English Cut Steel Corkscrew #5296
This is an early 19th century Cut Steel, "Peg & Worm" Corkscrew. It is English, and is in excellent condition. The "worm" measures 2 7/8" overall, and the "peg" is 2 1/8" long. The corkscrew is priced at $175
This is an early 19th century Cut Steel, "Peg & Worm" Corkscrew. It is English, and is in excellent condition. The "worm" measures 2 7/8" overall, and the "peg" is 2 1/8" long. The corkscrew is priced at $175
18th Century Iron Corkscrew #5307
Here is an early iron Georgian "Picnic" Corkscrew. It is English, and dates to the 18th century. It is in very good condition, with age staining and wear, but still fully functional. It measures 3 5/8" overall closed, and 3 1/2" by 2 1/8" open. It is priced at $195
Here is an early iron Georgian "Picnic" Corkscrew. It is English, and dates to the 18th century. It is in very good condition, with age staining and wear, but still fully functional. It measures 3 5/8" overall closed, and 3 1/2" by 2 1/8" open. It is priced at $195
Georgian Corkscrew #5608
This is a rare dwarf Georgian "Picnic" Corkscrew, that was originally intended for opening perfume and ink bottles. It is only 2 7/8" long closed, and 2 1/2" by 1 5/8" open. It too is in very nice condition, with just some staining to the iron.
This one is priced at $255
This is a rare dwarf Georgian "Picnic" Corkscrew, that was originally intended for opening perfume and ink bottles. It is only 2 7/8" long closed, and 2 1/2" by 1 5/8" open. It too is in very nice condition, with just some staining to the iron.
This one is priced at $255
Early Pewter Basting Spoon #5180
Here is a very rare early pewter basting spoon. I have seen silver basting spoons by early American silversmiths, but I suspect that very few survive in pewter. This spoon has characteristics that would be encountered from the late 17th into the early 18th centuries. It does have an old repair to the handle just above the bowl of the spoon, but is in remarkably untouched good condition otherwise. The spoon is 15 1/2" long.
The basting spoon is $875
Here is a very rare early pewter basting spoon. I have seen silver basting spoons by early American silversmiths, but I suspect that very few survive in pewter. This spoon has characteristics that would be encountered from the late 17th into the early 18th centuries. It does have an old repair to the handle just above the bowl of the spoon, but is in remarkably untouched good condition otherwise. The spoon is 15 1/2" long.
The basting spoon is $875
Wrought Iron Skimmer / Strainer #6059
I have kept this wrought iron strainer around for years, as it is a wonderful teaching tool to show the characteristics of wrought iron. It displays clearly the wood-like grain structure that makes up all wrought iron. It is otherwise a typical strainer that probably dates from the 19th century, and is most likely of Pennsylvania manufacture. It is about 19" overall, and the bowl is about 5 1/2" in diameter.
The ladle is priced at $185
I have kept this wrought iron strainer around for years, as it is a wonderful teaching tool to show the characteristics of wrought iron. It displays clearly the wood-like grain structure that makes up all wrought iron. It is otherwise a typical strainer that probably dates from the 19th century, and is most likely of Pennsylvania manufacture. It is about 19" overall, and the bowl is about 5 1/2" in diameter.
The ladle is priced at $185
17th Century Large Brass Charger #2403
This is a very large brass centerpiece charger. It has the remains of tinning on the inside from it's time of use. I believe it is English, and probably dates from the late 17th, into the early 18th centuries. It is a little over 20" in diameter, and about 2" high.
The price on it is $1450
This is a very large brass centerpiece charger. It has the remains of tinning on the inside from it's time of use. I believe it is English, and probably dates from the late 17th, into the early 18th centuries. It is a little over 20" in diameter, and about 2" high.
The price on it is $1450
Brightons"s Buns with Broad Arrow Mark #5854
Here is a pair of heavy cast brass candlesticks, in a form that is referred to as "Brighton's Buns". They have historically been associated with officers in the British Army, from the early 18th century, up into the early 19th century. This particular pair is very rare, in that they are marked with the Broad Arrow, which stands for Crown ownership. This pair probably date to around 1780, and are 4 3/4" in diameter, and 3" tall when assembled.
These military candlesticks are $1450
Here is a pair of heavy cast brass candlesticks, in a form that is referred to as "Brighton's Buns". They have historically been associated with officers in the British Army, from the early 18th century, up into the early 19th century. This particular pair is very rare, in that they are marked with the Broad Arrow, which stands for Crown ownership. This pair probably date to around 1780, and are 4 3/4" in diameter, and 3" tall when assembled.
These military candlesticks are $1450
Early German Pricket Sticks #181
This is a pair of large and impressive pricket candlesticks. They are German, and date from the late 16th, to the early 17th centuries. They are 20 1/2" to the top of the drip pan, and the drip pans are 6 1/2" wide. They are both marked "S Caterina".
These wonderful prickets are $3850
This is a pair of large and impressive pricket candlesticks. They are German, and date from the late 16th, to the early 17th centuries. They are 20 1/2" to the top of the drip pan, and the drip pans are 6 1/2" wide. They are both marked "S Caterina".
These wonderful prickets are $3850
Ormalu 3 Light Candelabra #4905
Here is a beautiful ormolu 3 socket candelabra. It is partially gilded, and partially japanned, which creates a stunning contrast. I believe it dates from the first third of the 19th century, and is French. It is quite heavy and sound, with no repairs that I can detect. A wonderful centerpiece for a dining or side table, it stands 17 58" tall, and 15" outside to outside of the drip pans.
This candelabra can be had for $945
Here is a beautiful ormolu 3 socket candelabra. It is partially gilded, and partially japanned, which creates a stunning contrast. I believe it dates from the first third of the 19th century, and is French. It is quite heavy and sound, with no repairs that I can detect. A wonderful centerpiece for a dining or side table, it stands 17 58" tall, and 15" outside to outside of the drip pans.
This candelabra can be had for $945
Glass and Brass Hall Lantern #5913
Here is a very nice 19th century brass and glass hall lantern, that has escaped being electrified. It is all original, with it's screw in candle socket. It is approximately 10" in diameter, and about 27" in overall height.
The hall lantern is priced at $1495
Here is a very nice 19th century brass and glass hall lantern, that has escaped being electrified. It is all original, with it's screw in candle socket. It is approximately 10" in diameter, and about 27" in overall height.
The hall lantern is priced at $1495
Ormolu Sconces #5895
Here is a pair of fine quality double armed Ormolu Sconces, that probably are French, and date from the 1810-1830 period. They seem to retain most of their original gilding, and are in wonderful condition for their age. They stand about 7 1/2" from the wall, and about 8 1/4" in their extreme spread.
Price: $950
Here is a pair of fine quality double armed Ormolu Sconces, that probably are French, and date from the 1810-1830 period. They seem to retain most of their original gilding, and are in wonderful condition for their age. They stand about 7 1/2" from the wall, and about 8 1/4" in their extreme spread.
Price: $950
Blown Glass Apothecary Jar # 6061
This is a wonderful early engraved drug/apothecary jar. I believe it dates from the late 17th century, and is most likely Venetian in origin. It is a clear gray colored glass, with a winged lion engraved on one side, and with a caduceus on the other, with "R", and "S" on either side of that symbol. This jar is paper thin, weighing just a few ounces. It is in perfect condition, and stands 5 3/8" tall, and 3 1/8" wide at the foot.
It is priced at $985
This is a wonderful early engraved drug/apothecary jar. I believe it dates from the late 17th century, and is most likely Venetian in origin. It is a clear gray colored glass, with a winged lion engraved on one side, and with a caduceus on the other, with "R", and "S" on either side of that symbol. This jar is paper thin, weighing just a few ounces. It is in perfect condition, and stands 5 3/8" tall, and 3 1/8" wide at the foot.
It is priced at $985
English Wrythen Glass Tumbler #5746
This is an English lead glass wrythen tumbler/beaker. It has a ground pontil, it is just under 6" tall, and 3 1/8" in dia.
It dates from the late 18th into the early 19th century.
This glass is priced at $245
This is an English lead glass wrythen tumbler/beaker. It has a ground pontil, it is just under 6" tall, and 3 1/8" in dia.
It dates from the late 18th into the early 19th century.
This glass is priced at $245
18th Century German Blown and Cut Gilt Panel Glass # 6062
Here is a blown panel cut clear glass tumbler with gilt decoration.
It has a lady in a landscape, and has a saying in German which translates "The smell is pleasant".
It is German and dates to the latter part of the 18th Century. It is 3 3/4" tall, and 3 1/8" in dia.
The price on this is $295
Here is a blown panel cut clear glass tumbler with gilt decoration.
It has a lady in a landscape, and has a saying in German which translates "The smell is pleasant".
It is German and dates to the latter part of the 18th Century. It is 3 3/4" tall, and 3 1/8" in dia.
The price on this is $295
Early Spanish Blown Oil Jug #1357
This is a little Spanish oil jug, that probably dates from the late 17th to the middle of the 18th centuries.
It is in very good condition, but it does have stress check above the filling spout.
It is about 5" in overall height.
The price on it is only $275
This is a little Spanish oil jug, that probably dates from the late 17th to the middle of the 18th centuries.
It is in very good condition, but it does have stress check above the filling spout.
It is about 5" in overall height.
The price on it is only $275
Early Adventurine Glass #1342
This is an rare adventurine glass bottle. It dates from the late 17th to the early 18th century. It is probably Venetian, and was most likely used for perfume. It is about 2 3/8" in diameter, and a little over 3 1/4" long. The flattened body is in perfect condition.
This bottle is $385
This is an rare adventurine glass bottle. It dates from the late 17th to the early 18th century. It is probably Venetian, and was most likely used for perfume. It is about 2 3/8" in diameter, and a little over 3 1/4" long. The flattened body is in perfect condition.
This bottle is $385
Early Spanish Glass Storage Jar #5904B
This is an early large blown glass storage jar. It is probably Spanish, and dates from the late 18th, or early 19th centuries. It is about one gallon in size, has a fold over lip. It is 7 1/2" tall, and 6" in diameter.
The price on the jar is $195
This is an early large blown glass storage jar. It is probably Spanish, and dates from the late 18th, or early 19th centuries. It is about one gallon in size, has a fold over lip. It is 7 1/2" tall, and 6" in diameter.
The price on the jar is $195
Early Spanish Glass Ink Bottle #5907C
Here is a small blown piece of green glass, that was most likely an ink bottle. It is probably Spanish, and dates to the early 19th century. It is 3" tall, and in good condition.
Priced at $135
Here is a small blown piece of green glass, that was most likely an ink bottle. It is probably Spanish, and dates to the early 19th century. It is 3" tall, and in good condition.
Priced at $135
Early Spanish Glass Medicine Vial #5906C
This is an early blown molded bottle, that is probably Spanish, and most likely a medicine vial. It is early 19th century in date, and in good condition.
It is $145
This is an early blown molded bottle, that is probably Spanish, and most likely a medicine vial. It is early 19th century in date, and in good condition.
It is $145
Early English Windsor Armchair #5189
This is an early English Windsor that probably dates from the 1760s. It is constructed of elm and beech, and relates to the Oliver Goldsmith and Captain Cook Windsors. It has early style lollipop turnout arms, and colt's foot legs. The chair is 38" tall, and has a 17" seat height.
It is priced at $4250
This is an early English Windsor that probably dates from the 1760s. It is constructed of elm and beech, and relates to the Oliver Goldsmith and Captain Cook Windsors. It has early style lollipop turnout arms, and colt's foot legs. The chair is 38" tall, and has a 17" seat height.
It is priced at $4250
#AX5 This is a very rare all mahogany Windsor Lowback. It was made in Bermuda, probably in the 1760s to 80s. There is an virtually identical one pictured in Bryden Hyde's Bermuda furniture book, page 59, #159. It is 30 1/4" tall, and has a 16 1/2" seat height.
This Bermuda Windsor is priced at $6950
This Bermuda Windsor is priced at $6950
#14 Here is a large scale Rhode Island Comb-back Windsor. I believe it dates from the 1760s or 70s. It is closely related to the sack-back pictured in Charles Santore's book on Windsor's Vol. II #111. I suspect that these chairs date earlier than what has been published. This particular chair has quite a bit of "lean" to the back, and it is 43 1/2" tall, and has a 16" seat height. It has holes drilled in the seat bottom, and there is documentation in the eariet Windsors having drain holes for outdoor garden use.
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#2852 Here is an opportunity to have a set of 12 English Staffordshire Salt-glaze Plates. These are 9" Dinner plates, and they are in excellent condition, with a couple having very minor edge flakes or tiny foot flakes. Some of the plates show some slight discoloration typically found in salt-glaze after the firing. There is no restoration or cracks in any of the set.
The set is priced at $7800
The set is priced at $7800
#5768 Here is a Brown Stoneware Mug, that probably dates from the second half of the 19th century. It is probably of Pennsylvania origin, and only has some minor surface imperfections. There are a couple of glaze separations along the ribs that happened in the firing, and there is one little glaze "stick" in the side of the body. There are no chips or cracks otherwise. It is 5 5/8" tall, and 3 7/8" in dia.
Price: $195
Price: $195
#3198 This is a wonderful pair of Ralph Wood Staffordshire spill holders, in the form of a stag and a doe that probably date from the 1780's. There is only the most minor restoration that has been done to the stag's antlers, and there are a couple of minute glaze flakes on some of the outer edges of the composition. They are about 5" high, and 5 1/2" long.
Price: $4650.
Price: $4650.
#6066
Here is a silver mounted knife I have had in my own collection for many years for it's beautiful form and balance. It has a flamboyant blade, and a black horn grip, with silver wire and mounts. It probably dates from the late 18th or early 19th centuries, and was most likely made somewhere in Continental Europe. The blade is 10" long, and is about 1 1/2" at it's widest point. The knife is 15 1/2" overall. It is in good condition, with minor wear and dents in the silver.
The knife is priced at $1425
Here is a silver mounted knife I have had in my own collection for many years for it's beautiful form and balance. It has a flamboyant blade, and a black horn grip, with silver wire and mounts. It probably dates from the late 18th or early 19th centuries, and was most likely made somewhere in Continental Europe. The blade is 10" long, and is about 1 1/2" at it's widest point. The knife is 15 1/2" overall. It is in good condition, with minor wear and dents in the silver.
The knife is priced at $1425
#5711
This is a fabulous armorer's workshop Silver mounted, rosewood handled, etched glaive shaped blade, knife. It is in spectacular condition, with just some staining and very light pitting on the blade. It is German, and dates to sometime between the late 16th, and the early 17th century. There are two glaives in the catalog of the Nathaniel and Albert Rothschild collection with similar etching that date to this period. The knife is 11 3/8" in overall length, and the blade is just under 8" long.
This museum quality knife is priced at $4500
This is a fabulous armorer's workshop Silver mounted, rosewood handled, etched glaive shaped blade, knife. It is in spectacular condition, with just some staining and very light pitting on the blade. It is German, and dates to sometime between the late 16th, and the early 17th century. There are two glaives in the catalog of the Nathaniel and Albert Rothschild collection with similar etching that date to this period. The knife is 11 3/8" in overall length, and the blade is just under 8" long.
This museum quality knife is priced at $4500
#5696
These are a pair of unusual 18th century "Swan's Head" andirons. I remember admiring a similar pair that Gunnar Holmes had many years ago.
These are a simply beautiful pair of andirons in design, which although being 18th century retain a timeless form. These are far less than what Gunnar's pair were 35 years ago!
These andirons are available for $895
These are a pair of unusual 18th century "Swan's Head" andirons. I remember admiring a similar pair that Gunnar Holmes had many years ago.
These are a simply beautiful pair of andirons in design, which although being 18th century retain a timeless form. These are far less than what Gunnar's pair were 35 years ago!
These andirons are available for $895
#5661
Here is a pair of very early and rare Scottish so called "Summer Andirons". They date to the 2nd half of the 17th century. These were put in fireplaces in Scotland for use in the summer months to sort of brighten up the place! They were strictly for decoration, as they are too light for any wood burning.
These are 13 3/4" tall, and 11 1/2" deep.
They are priced at $395
Here is a pair of very early and rare Scottish so called "Summer Andirons". They date to the 2nd half of the 17th century. These were put in fireplaces in Scotland for use in the summer months to sort of brighten up the place! They were strictly for decoration, as they are too light for any wood burning.
These are 13 3/4" tall, and 11 1/2" deep.
They are priced at $395
#5714
This is a pair of faceted ball top, goose neck andirons, from the 2nd half of the 18th century. Being made of all wrought iron, they are amazing survivors in that they have been very much used, and have made it this far and are usable today! The fascinating thing about them is their extreme state of erosion allows the observer to see the grain structure of the wrought iron. Wrought iron is very much like wood in that it has a directional grain that a good blacksmith had to be constantly aware of in his work. If the grain did not follow through, he would have failures in the objects he produced. These andirons are 17 1/2" tall, and the dogs are 16" deep. They are a wonderful study in the art of 18th century blacksmith's work.
They are priced at $485
This is a pair of faceted ball top, goose neck andirons, from the 2nd half of the 18th century. Being made of all wrought iron, they are amazing survivors in that they have been very much used, and have made it this far and are usable today! The fascinating thing about them is their extreme state of erosion allows the observer to see the grain structure of the wrought iron. Wrought iron is very much like wood in that it has a directional grain that a good blacksmith had to be constantly aware of in his work. If the grain did not follow through, he would have failures in the objects he produced. These andirons are 17 1/2" tall, and the dogs are 16" deep. They are a wonderful study in the art of 18th century blacksmith's work.
They are priced at $485
#AX4
These are a pair of beautifully executed wrought iron knifeblade andirons with brass urn top finials. They exhibit exceptional file work that is nicely chamfered all around, and with forged out log stops. They are in wonderful condition and are a great example of early American craftsmanship.
They are 22" tall, and 15" deep.
These andirons are $875
These are a pair of beautifully executed wrought iron knifeblade andirons with brass urn top finials. They exhibit exceptional file work that is nicely chamfered all around, and with forged out log stops. They are in wonderful condition and are a great example of early American craftsmanship.
They are 22" tall, and 15" deep.
These andirons are $875