All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : Bohemian : Pre 1900 item #399732 (stock #g1082)
A beautiful covered Bohemian goblet, with blue enameling, cutting, and engraved with roses and foliage, a true exhibition of decorative exuberance; 7 1/2" tall with cover, 5 5/8" tall without cover, 2 5/8" diameter bowl, 2 5/8" diameter foot
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : German : Pre 1700 item #399727 (stock #g1083)
A large and truly magnificent glass from the South Germany area; an elongated round funnel bowl sits atop a stem with a central inverted baluster knop surrounded by 2 5-tier sets of merises; 2 other baluster knops and merise sets; a wide central band of elaborate foliate engraving surmounted by a band of engraved drapery devices and a series of arches below; the border of the foot is also engraved; 8 3/4" tall, 3 1/4" diameter bowl, 3 7/8" foot diameter
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1837 VR item #399455 (stock #418)
Ridgeway Reticulated Compote or Center Bowl, with Scrolled Rim and Foliate Scrolled Handles. Circa 1830-1840, in the "Helical" pattern. It is 10" wide and 10" wide and in excellent condition
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : French : Porcelain : Pre 1900 item #398710 (stock #264)
A Pair of Vieux (Old) Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Figural Candlesticks Portraying a Pair of Young Lovers. From the Mid-19th Century. Dimensions; 7.5" high. Excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Porcelain : Pre 1800 item #397400 (stock #p992)
This charming tea bowl is decorated with a Chinoiserie scene with three figures, one of them holding a bird. It dates from around 1775, and exemplifies the motifs that were so popular in that period. The interior has an iron-red border and sprig at the bottom of the bowl.

The bowl is 3 1/8" in diameter and 1 3/4" high. Condition is excellent, with no chips, cracks, restorations, etc...

All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1900 item #397387 (stock #m499)
From the latter half of the 19th century, this beautifully proportioned iron vane graced the spire of the United Baptist Church in Ellsworth, Maine. In 1933, a major fire swept through the town, burning many of the buildings, including the church. When the church was finally rebuilt, the council wanted a more modern look, and stored the vane in the basement, where it remained for the next 70 years or so...
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pottery : Pre 1837 VR item #395834 (stock #p845)
In referring to certain types of pottery, "Leeds" and "featheredge" are both common misnomers. People think of certain types of Staffordshire pottery as being Leeds while in actuality only a small portion was made by that factory.

Further, to be completely accurate, this platter is really what is known as "shell-edge", as opposed to featheredge. It is pearlware, made around 1810, and is an extremely large 17 3/4" by 13 1/4" in size...

All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1920 item #393645 (stock #206-02 )
This is one of three Edwardian sterling souvenir spoons, each with London hallmarks and makers’ mark for Wakley and Wheeler; two are date stamped 1913, the third, 1915; each richly cast with rope-twist and foliate handles with heraldic shield terminals engraved "B&H" and "I.R.C." Condition: very good, bowls have some surface scratches, hallmarks crisp and clear. Measurement: 4 _ in long.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1900 item #393268 (stock #m452)
This is a small and charming child's gameboard, measuring 13 3/4" long by 10 3/4" wide by 3/4" thick. It was found in Vermont, and most likely originated there. It is made of maple, with bread-boarded ends, affixed with square nails. The dry paint surface, with its red and black checkerboard, outlined with green stripes, is in superb condition, with no overpainting or areas of loss. The wood itself is in excellent shape, with 2 minor age cracks, and a knothole in the back which fell out...
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Iron : Pre 1910 item #392050 (stock #1118)
An American Hand Wrought Iron Candle Stand on a Tripod Base. Brown paint. Circa 1890-1915. Dimensions; 50" high x 20" deep x 13" wide. Very good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Textiles : Quilts : Pre 1900 item #391455 (stock #t435)
A striking quilt in a deep red and black. Most importantly the quilt has, stitched on its reverse, "Sarah amd Anne Hoit, Burlington, VT 1838". It also has, stitched at a later time, "A Present to O. Sherman 1881". It is very uncommon to find a quilt, especially such an early one, with such complete information as to the maker, place and date...
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1900 item #390469 (stock #a563)
One of the largest and best tinsel paintings we have seen, depicting a large urn of various flowers, with other blooms scattered about; original frame; 28" by 24"

Most tinsel paintings have suffered a fair amount of paint lifting or loss, whereas this example only has a few spots of very minor age loss in a couple of small areas in the white background, making the overall condition excellent

All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1900 item #390135 (stock #a564)
A reverse painted tinsel painting, unusual for its combination of geometric and floral elements, and for its forceful colors; period gilded frame; sight size 9 1/2" by 7 1/2"; framed size 12 1/2" by 10 5/8"
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1800 item #390040 (stock #ag104)
An extremely fine set of 6 antique wine glasses, double series opaque twist (DSOT). Rare because of the triple knop and the fact that it is a true set of 6. Round funnel bowls. 6 3/8 inches tall, 2 7/8 inch diameter foot, 2 5/8 inch diameter bowl
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1800 item #390022 (stock #ag105)
A single series air twist (SSAT) stem, much less common than the normal multiple spiral air twist (MSAT); a pleasing glass with a trumpet bowl; 7" tall, 3.3" diameter foot, 3.1" diameter bowl
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1800 item #390013 (stock #ag103)
A multiple spiral air twist (MSAT) glass with an uncommon waisted bucket bowl and a shoulder knop; 6.3" tall, 2.6" foot diameter, 2.4" bowl diameter
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1800 item #390008 (stock #ag101)
A tall and beautifully proportioned Newcastle baluster, but not a Newcastle Light Baluster, as this glass dates about 15 years before the NLB were widely available; stem with well developed shoulder, central, and basal knops; pointed round funnel bowl with engraved foliate band with two birds; 8.3" height, 3.3" bowl diameter, 3.6" foot diameter
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1900 item #389776 (stock #a605)
A charming scene showing classical ruins; great detail and contrast in the sky; great period frame; sight size 20 1/4" by 14 7/8", framed size 26 1/2" by 21"
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1900 item #389684 (stock #m445)
An exceptional American gameboard with a red wash and black painted decoration; compartments at each end for the game pieces; construction is pine with breadboarded ends and wrought nails; condition is excellent with all original surface; one small portion of a breadboarded end has been replaced at some point long ago; 30" by 17 3/4"

Boards of this type (non 8 x 8 squares) are often commonly and mistakenly called checkerboards...

All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pottery : Pre 1837 VR item #389681 (stock #p810)
A large (15 1/4" by 12") blue and white Staffordshire platter in the "Lakes of Killarney" pattern, maker unknown; beautifully bright and crisp (what appears to be a darkness on the platter in the photo is due to a lighting problem)
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1900 item #389662 (stock #g1001)
A wine rinser, or washer, in a deep Bristol green color; unusual in that it is the single-lipped form as opposed to the normal type with two lips; 3 1/2" tall, 4 1/2" diameter
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1900 item #389659 (stock #g927)
A pale vaseline glass miniature or crocus vase on a stemmed base; 4 1/2" tall
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1900 item #389634 (stock #b180)
A wonderful PA or New England document box inlaid with various woods and elaborately painted with stars, squares, circles, etc. All original, including surface; truly minor nicks and wear; 12" by 7" by 4 1/4".

This actual box is illustrated in the book "19th Century Wooden Boxes", by Arene Burgess

All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1800 item #389616 (stock #g973)
A true set of beautiful Irish wine rinsers or washers with comb fluting in an extremely uncommon oval shape, comb-fluted; bearing the label of DM & P Manheim, an old time, well-known and respected New York City dealer. 3 1/2" tall, 4 1/2" diameter
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #389603 (stock #p923)
Gilt Chinoserie decoration on a deep blue ground; 2 5/8" tall by 2 5/8" diameter; very, very minimal gilt rubbing in a few spots at the bottom, of much less import than the photos indicate
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1800 item #389527 (stock #g1039)
Exceptional in so many ways, including its age, its baluster form, its height of 8 1/4", and its beautiful deep cobalt blue color
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1900 item #389223 (stock #a603)
A fine oil on board of Isaac Henderson, attributed to Giddings Hyde Ballou. Ballou was a highly regarded itinerant painter, born in CT, who did a good portion of his work in the Cape Cod area. Documentation relating to his work is provided with this painting.

Sight size 15" by 12"

All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1920 item #388935 (stock #m505)
Two sided pine game board with strong graphics and vibrant colors, displaying an unusual variant of the common structure of parcheesi. A checkers board is on the reverse side.

All original paint, original metal corners, overall excellent condition with a minor scratch on one side, and a wood chip in the top right on the reverse side. 23" by 23"

All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1800 item #388871 (stock #g1070)
An unusual balustroid short cordial (rarer than a standard wine) glass with a round funnel bowl; an annular knop under the bowl, a central annulated knop above a hollow stem section, and a basal knop; 5.2" tall
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1800 item #388866 (stock #ag100)
A beautiful cordial glass with an ogee bowl engraved with stylized flowers and foliage; rare helmet (high dome) foot; DSOT stem; 6.7" tall
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1837 VR item #388767 (stock #a590)
From Lancaster, PA.; each with the birth date and age of the sitter; strong attribution to Jacob Eichholtz based on style and area found; sight size 14" by 10"
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Porcelain : Pre 1800 item #388763 (stock #p940)
This is a wonderful pair of Derby putti disguised as flower sellers, dating from the 1770 period. The figures are mirror images of each other, as true pairs should be. Each putti has a basket of flowers over one arm, while a single flower is held in the hand of the other arm. The height is 5 1/2", considerably larger than the usual putti...
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Folk Art : Pre 1900 item #388720 (stock #t447)
This is a superb example of the hooked rug pattern generally attributed to E.S. Frost & Company. Although Frost did have a lion pattern, it was substantially different and less complex than the Lion and Palm pattern designed by Ebenezer Ross, which is the one offered here. This particular rug is also done in a beautiful and uncommon combination of colors. Notice the striped motif along the bottom, mirroring a tiger or zebra pattern...
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pottery : Pre 1800 item #388681 (stock #p996)
Panelled and diaper molded border picked out in blue and green, handpainted and signed "P. Vissier", and dated 1769. The plate has two labels, one from the Newman collection, and the other from the Harriet Carlton Goldweitz collection, considered one of the finest English pottery collections of the last 25 years. 9 5/8 inches in diameter, superb condition with deep, vibrant color, and no chips, cracks, or restoration.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #388667 (stock #dw7)
This is a beautifully decorated pair of American grape shears, ca. 1890, heavily repossed handles with grapes and grape leaves design, marked sterling on both handles, steel blades marked K. C. Seelbach Co. Germany; Excellent condition; blades may need cleaning. measurement: 6 1/2 in. long.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Continental : Pre 1900 item #384355 (stock #1074)
A Silver (Continental) Quill Dip Pen with a Silver Filagree Feather End and a Filigree Body. There is a mark on the pen that we cannot identify, but appears to be European. Dimensions; pen 8.25" ling, with quill 9". Excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Porcelain : Pre 1900 item #380801 (stock #0135)
An attractive blue & white dinner plate by Royal Worcester (England). It is covered with Oriental motifs, which was quite popular in English china in the 1870s. It is date stamped for 1876 and measures 10 3/8" across. It is in excellent overall condition, but does show signs of use - there are cut marks on the plate, and the glaze shows darker/brownish at the edges where the glaze appears to have been more thinly applied...
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1910 item #378928 (stock #284)
A Unique English Sterling Silver Coronation or Anointment Spoon, heavily decorated and with an Animal Motif on the Handle. Hallmarked London, 1901, with a makers mark of "CS FS" and made to commemorate the Coronation of King Edward VII (Victoria's son). 10" long, and excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Porcelain : Pre 1900 item #374983 (stock #1049)
A Dresden Porcelain Putti Grouping with Doves a Dovecote and Slingshot. Dimensions; 8" wide x 8" high x 5" deep. from the late 19th century and in excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Continental : Pre 1900 item #374344 (stock #276)
Unique Footed Silver (800) "Repousse" German Silver Sauce Boat. Elegant Scenes on Both Sides. One End Shaped into a Curved Handle as Part of the Body; Circa 1870-1890. Weight 4.7 Troy ounces; Dimensions 5" wide x 3.5" high. Excellent condition. Note that the details are crisper than in the photos.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #372914 (stock #1073)
A Small or Miniature Staffordshire Sheep Mounted on a Rectangular Base. Dimensions; 3" in length x 3.5" high. In excellent condition. Mid-late 19th century.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1910 item #363320
Elegant sterling silver large berry spoon in Whiting's wonderful 1896 "Dresden" pattern. The handle is completely covered on both sides with a complex floral pattern against a lightly stippled background. The bowl has scalloped edges and an elegant repousse pattern. The original gilding on the bowl has faded to a faint lemony hue...
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1910 item #358101 (stock #99-1)
This is a Victorian sterling silver ladle made by The Whiting Co., circa 1900, the shaped oval bowl scalloped with a flared rim in a stylized petal pattern, rope twist handle flattened at the top for easy gripping, monogram on back DG, marker's mark, Sterling, 9 and 5, 7 1/4 " L, Excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1910 item #355278 (stock #z2)
This is a collectible antique sterling silver luggage tag made by the Webster Company at the turn of the century consisting of a detailed valise shape, no monogram, maker's mark is worn by appears to be Webster mark on the front, stamped 925 in back, measures 1 7/8"L x 1 5/8 W including handle, Excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1920 item #355274 (stock #z1)
This is a collectible antique sterling silver luggage tag made by the Webster Company at the turn of the century consisting of a detailed valise shape, engraved 120 S. CAROL BLVD UPPER DARBY, PA., monogram E.T.T., maker's mark and Sterling on the front, measures1 7/8"L x 1 5/8" W including handle, Excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1800 item #351528 (stock #1007)
A Georgian Cartouche Shaped Silver Four Footed Waiter or Salver with a Raised Lip and a Decorated Band (possibly originally used as a teapot stand). Hallmarked for London, 1796 with the makers mark for Charles Aldridge. Dimensions 7.25" x 5.5", weight 6 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #351198 (stock #945)
A Majolica Oval Serving Dish with a Banana Leaf Pattern. Dimensions; 12.25" long x 9" wide. Circa 1890; condition is very good except for a hairline on underside.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #349254 (stock #950)
A Blue Staffordshire Pitcher with Acanthus Scrolled Loop Handle and Oriental Design. Dimensions; 9" high x 5.5" wide, to handle. Circa 1880-1890 and in excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1900 item #348557 (stock #902-24)
This Victorian serving piece is a small sterling silver ladle made by Whiting and perfect for pouring a fruit sauce over that special dessert. It has a lovely square shaped gilded bowl with a scalloped rim edge and shell ribbing and beaded handle, monogram ESC, maker's mark "W", a winged griffin, "Sterling, PatAppp For", measures 6 in; very good condition with age appropriate wear to gilt.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Plate : Pre 1920 item #348104 (stock #99-2)
This is a handsome English silverplate on copper oval gallery serving tray having rope banded rim and base with pierced sides and handles, maker unknown but marked Silver On Copper, measures 18 in L x 12 in. w; good condition, wear to silver and copper visible in places on the interior of the tray, surface scratches.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : German : Porcelain : Pre 1910 item #340626 (stock #818)
Lovely old charger done in sepia colors. Signed Graf and marked on the back "Der Salontirvler" with the Royal Rudolstadt mark and #7826 impressed in the center. The acorn border is decorated with raised gold. This beautiful charger is in perfect original condition and measures 14 1/2" in diameter.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Glass : English : Pre 1900 item #340625 (stock #816)
Beautiful English Victorian hand enameled covered glass tureen with birds and leaves. Legs and handle to lid applied. Condition is perfect.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #340012 (stock #947)
A Green Footed English Majolica Serving Dish (Platter or Bread Plate); Oval Lobed Form with Poppy Leaves and Flowers. Possibly by Wedgwood. Dimensions; 13.5" long x 9.75" wide; circa 1880. Excellent condition
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Porcelain : Pre 1900 item #338936 (stock #1003)
A Set of Ten Wedgwood (Etruria) Lustre Footed Sherbert Bowls with Underplate. Gilt Edge and Hand Painted Flowers. Circa 1900. dimensions; plate 5.5" in diameter, footed bowl 3.25" high x 4.25" across. Excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1900 item #338422
Outstanding and rare Victorian sterling silver berry or casserole spoon by Gorham in the 1885 "Nightingale" pattern. The design uses bright-cut engraving to show a nightingale amid foliage singing to a crescent moon (just visible i the upper left side of the design). The bowl is equally well-designed with bright-cut engraving, ribbing, and swirled edges. The surface has its original matte finish that contrasts nicely with the engraving. The handle is engraved with the name "Robina", leading ...
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1837 VR item #337942 (stock #1013)
A Georgian Silver Assembled Serving Set, in the Identical Old English Pattern with Bright Cut Edges. Consisting of a Gravy or Basting Spoon, Hallmarked London 1821, by William Chawner and a Meat Serving fork Hallmarked London, 1827, by Thomas Baker or Thomas Balliston (11" long). Both in excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1900 item #334801 (stock #977)
A Sterling Silver Gorham Fruit or Center Bowl Made for Theodore B. Starr. Embossed Floral Edge and a Lobbed Center. An inscription in the center is to the Winslow Williams, for their 25th Anniversary (1883),from their employees. Gorham date mark for 1882. Dimensions; 10.75" in diameter x 3"high (3.75" foot diameter). Weight 18.4 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Continental : Pre 1900 item #334796 (stock #979)
A Dutch Silver Quaiche Bowl (Scottish Drinking Bowl or Friendship bowl). Embossed Decoration of Village Scenes, Including Windmills. Dimensions 7.75" across x 4.25" deep x 3.25" high; weight 8.7 Troy ounces. Excellent condition. Circa 1890
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Brass : Pre 1900 item #333789 (stock #876)
An Etched Brass Bed Warmer with a Turned Oak Handle. From the mid/late 19th century. Dimensions 47" in length, pan 11.5" in diameter x 4.0" in height. Some minor wear but in very good condition
All Items : Antiques : Decorative Art : Metals : Copper : Pre 1900 item #333040 (stock #968)
An Etched Copper Bed Warmer with a Turned Oak Handle. From the mid/late 19th century. Dimensions 42" in length, pan 11.5" in diameter x 3.5" in height. Some minor wear but in very good condition