Sunday, July 30, 2023

Vintage Egg Form Clear Multi Faceted Crystal Prism Style Paperweight w Stand


 

Egg shaped crystal sculpture is in very good condition with only minor shelf wear to the 
bottom of the stand to note.
It is 1.75 inches tall. 2 inches in the stand. 
It makes a great, spontaneous kaleidoscope.
Please see the photos and video to be sure all is to your liking.
Sold as you see it.
Thank you for looking.

Mid century Scandinavian unmarked Nils Erik From sterling



This lovely modernist set of earrings, and a matching pendant was most likely made by Nils Erik From. As it is created with his signature, oxidized cupped disks and bezel set stones. The stones in this case are rhodochrosite. The set is unmarked, except for individual 925 markings on each piece. The pendant measures 2 inches from top loop to bottom.

Check it our here in our Etsy shop.

Saturday, July 29, 2023

Albert Scharning Scandinavian enamel heart and ribbon Brooch


 

Just in! 
Designed by Albert Scharning in 1950. This is lovely jeep red heart brooch is offset with a gold Vermeil ribbon.
Fully hallmarked on the back A. Sch. Norway sterling 925S. I have also seen this pin referred to as an Anthurium flower.
Doing research on this type of brooch, I found that Mr. Scharning finished his heart brooches with a C-clasp closure. In looking at the back of this particular brooch, I see that someone had taken it to a jeweler to have the type of clasp changed. This is a very delicate operation to do on enamel jewelry, but they succeeded. The replacement clasp is a much more secure option.

Studio Artisan Crafted Olive Branch Pottery Serving Bowl Signed KB 2005


 



Studio art pottery bowl is signed and dated. 

Well potted with an applied olive branch and featuring kalamata olives. 
This decorative hand thrown bowl is nice and deep for plenty of olives, relishes or condiments.
Utilitarian art for any tablescape.

Friday, July 28, 2023

$35.00 SALE Miklos Borsos (1906-1990) Etching – Net Fishing at Sunrise , signed B.M. 1964



With just a few minimal lines, the artist Hungarian Miklos Borsos was able to capture the serene peace of a man fishing at dawn. Measuring 18 1/2“ x 14 1/2“ this rather large etching is signed and titled Miklos Borsos by the artist in pencil on the bottom edge of the work. Inside the plate it is signed ”B.M. 1964”.

Presently the artwork is glued at the top to a cardboard backing. Your framer should be able to clean and frame this piece nicely.

Please see all of the photos as they are part of the description.

Miklós Borsos (1906 – 1990) Hungarian sculptor, medal artist, graphic designer. He illustrated hundreds of books with his etchings and drawings. In 1979, a permanent exhibition of his works donated to the city of Győr was opened on Káptalandomb .

Vintage 1000 Butterfly Famille Rose Canton Large Plate Hong Kong Decorated



 

Gorgeous 10 inch porcelain plate was exported from Japan to be hand painted and gilded in Hong Kong with the beloved
1,000 butterfly motif.
Very minor shelf shelf and wash wear.
Some expected manufacturing flaws like kiln grit remains and miss glazed spots.
No chips, no cracks, no crazing.

Thursday, July 27, 2023

Auction Ends Today! Madonna and Child Artist Signed Delightful Mid Century Small Painting


Bright, cheerful scene of the Madonna lovingly holding the Christ child.

C 1960 devotional painting. Acrylic on board

Approx 6 1/2 in x 5 in, as framed.

The image is excellent. 

The painting is in an easel back, shabby gold frame. 


See the eBay auction here.



Blue White 3 pc Translucent Porcelain Ginger Jar Geisha Parasols Landscape Japan





Handsome blue and white porcelain 3 piece utilitarian ginger jar is in very good condition.

Geisha with parasols leisurely walk in a beautiful landscape.
5 inch tall translucent porcelain. Well crafted.
Some manufacturing flaws. No damage.

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Vintage Alebrije Porcupine Hand Made Folk Art Oaxaca Mexico Copal Rainbow Colors


 

Delightful vintage Mexican Folk Art figurine is in very good condition.
Talented Mexican artists hand carved its body from copal wood and its quills from 
maguey plant fiber. They use a multiple array of vibrant colors to give life to this porcupine and 
decorate it with the traditional and detailed motifs that distinguish Mexico's alebrije artwork.
It is approximately 3.5 inches tall, 5 inches long and inches wide.
None of the toothpick like quills are missing. 
I was able to remove and replace them when dusting it.
Red, orange, green, blue, yellow, purple. All the colors of the rainbow.
Handle by the nose or tail. 

Check it out in our eBAy store here.

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Cobalt Butter Bell by Sophie Massault for Legendary La Tour d'Argent Restaurant




Vintage petite butter bell by porcelain artist, Sophie Massault for legendary dining room of Michelin starred restaurant
La Tour d'Argent.

Luscious cobalt glaze is highlighted by gilding.
Duck finial, checkered floral design.
It is in very good condition with very minor wash and usage wear. 
No chips, no utensil marks, no cracks and no crazing. 
It is a delightful item.

Monday, July 24, 2023

Auction Ends Today! Antique Craftsman Bungalow Style Fancy Wood Window Frame Arts and Crafts


 

This 1920's era, sturdy Antique Craftsman Bungalo Style Fancy Wood Window is worn, shabby and weathered. 

The distressed look is extremely appealing.

There is a 1960's era pane of textured, frosted, patterned glass in place currently.

This measures approximately 25 inches x 20.5 inches. A pair of hooks were added to the sides for hanging at some point.

Considering its age and utilitarian nature, it's in very good condition.

This item is heavy. Please check shipping rates before you bid.


See the eBay auction here.

Vintage Studio Art Pottery Jug Pitcher Blue Brown Glazed Artist Signed Pitcher


 

Nice vintage studio art pottery Cream is signed by the artist.
Peg ? It could be Malloy but I am unable to find an example of her signature.
Circa 1970's.
Excellent condition.

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Vintage Piggy Bank Hand Painted Pottery Pig Portugal



Sweet little white piggy bank with a flower decorating his back. 
Made in Portugal by Loucas Noe.
Imported by Tracey Imports of Lakeville, Ma.
Mid century.
Approximately 6 inches long and 3.25 inches tall.
This playful pig is in very good condition with some shelf wear and some crazing. 
The stopper works and fits well but it is a bit beat up.

Sunday, July 16, 2023

Vtg BRIAN MAYTUM Droplet Lilac Iridescent Glitter Masterful Glass Paperweight


 

When a master glass blower is showing off...

See it here in our eBay store.



Vtg 10 pc NUTMEG Syracuse Restaurant China Soup Custard Cups Bread Underliners




10 pieces of restaurant china in the very pleasing NUTMEG pattern from the 1960's.

All are in very good condition with some very minor usage wear. The cups may have never been used.
4 soup, chowder or custard cups and 6 bread or dessert plates.
Add a paper doily to a plate and it becomes an under liner for the cups like in the old school restaurant days.
Please examine the photos and video to make sure these are to your liking.
Sold as seen.
Thank you for looking.

Vintage Lucite Hourglass Sculpture After Charles Hollis Jones Acrylic Sand Timer


 


Retro 7 inch tall, fabulous modernist sand glass timer is in very good condition.
Circa 1960's to 1970's. Loads of optical illusions.
Please see the photos and video to be sure all is to your liking.
Sold as seen.
Thank you for taking a look.

Saturday, July 15, 2023

Antique Craftsman Bungalow Style Fancy Wood Window Frame Arts and Crafts


 

This 1920's era, sturdy Antique Craftsman Bungalo Style Fancy Wood Window is worn, shabby and weathered. 

The distressed look is extremely appealing.

There is a 1960's era pane of textured, frosted, patterned glass in place currently.

This measures approximately 25 inches x 20.5 inches. A pair of hooks were added to the sides for hanging at some point.

Considering its age and utilitarian nature, it's in very good condition.

This item is heavy. Please check shipping rates before you bid.


See the 10 day eBay auction here.

Friday, July 14, 2023

Diverse Vintage Thimble Collection 31 Pieces with 2 Wooden Display Cases


 

Lovingly curated estate collection of vintage thimbles.

Just a few are silver.
Many are marked.
France, England, Hawaii, Mexico and more.
Some need polishing and the spinning one has a spot of rust and it does not fit into a slot in either display case. 
Crazing on some pottery ones.
Please see photos and video to be sure all is to your liking.
Sold as seen.
Nice lot for a collector.

Happy Bastille Day!


 

Pear Paperweight Artist Signed A Jablonski Studio Art Glass Sticker Poland


 

Hand made paperweight by prominent Polish glass artist Adam Jablonski is approximately 5.75 inches tall.
The beautiful cased crystal glass pear is a pleasing shade of yellow.
It is artist signed on the bottom and the original label is still attached.
Jablonski's glass studio was in Wolka Kowsowska, Poland and produced mouth blown art glass vases, sculptures, bowls and paperweights in 24% lead crystal and each piece is hand etched by Jablonski himself.
Adam Jablonski has earned a worldwide reputation for both unique glass artistry and as an eminent crystal glass production engineer with many patents to his name.
In very good condition. There is an errant spot or two and shelf wear.

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Vintage Korean Crane Motif Celadon Water Dropper Crackle Glaze with Stand




Handsome celedon water dropper is in very good condition.
It comes with it's stand.
It is about 2 3/4 inches tall on it's stand and about 2 3/4 inches in diameter.
From Korean Peninsula or China.
Please see the photos and video to be all is to your liking.
Sold as seen. 
Thank you for looking.

See the 10 day eBay auction here.

Vintage THAMES GLASS Murano Style Confetti Fish Figurine Lavender Yellow 1996 Newport RI


 


Whimsical art glass figure of a fish done in the style of Murano, Italy artisan glass makers.

Made by Thames Glass of Newport, RI in 1996.
Excellent condition and an unusual color combination of lavender and yellow.
Really plays with the light in a very pleasing manner.

Spectacular Glass Eye Studio Iridescent Egg Form Paperweight Signed GES 190


 


Just stunning, masterful glass work.

3 1/2 inches tall.

See the video. It plays with the light so beautifully.

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Vintage St. Debickiego or Debicki Landscape Small Oil Painting On Board Poland


 

Dear little painting on board depicts a cheery pastoral landscape in Poland.
Circa mid century.
Noted on back of image, Pejzaz w/g obrazu St. Debickiego.
There is some crackle on the image and the frame is a bit shabby but this is ready to hang and be enjoyed.

Antique Souvenir Figure of Jasna Góra Monastery Częstochowa Poland


 

Pre war antique spelter metal souvenir figure of Jasna Góra Monastery.
Approximately 3 1/4 inches tall and 2 1/2 inches long.
The Jasna Góra Monastery in Częstochowa, Poland, is a shrine dedicated
 to the Virgin Mary and one of the country's places of pilgrimage. 
The image of the Black Madonna of Częstochowa, also known as 
Our Lady of Częstochowa, to which miraculous powers are attributed, is one of 
Jasna Góra's most precious treasures.

Wesołych Swiat Box of Oversized Red Glass Christmas Ornaments Poland Eagle


 



Gorgeous, oversized, red blown glass ornaments are in very good condition.

Boxed set has 4 ornaments with traditional Polish decoration.
Circa 1990s.
There are a few spots of discoloration on one of the floral motif bulbs. 

Highly Detailed American Bald Eagle Head Large Vintage Christmas Ornament


 




Highly detailed, vintage glass ornament is in excellent condition.

Fierce, piercing eyes, gilding and glitter.
Perfect for military families, sports fans or any patriotic soul.
It can stand on it's own as a display alternative to hanging.
I have not been able to find another. 

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Lester Breininger Pottery Pennsylvania Redware Spatter Milk Jug Pitcher 1992






Handsome brick red jug is decorated with darker slip spatters and is signed 
Breininger Pottery and dated 1992.
It is in very good condition with some minor manufacturing flaws.
Holds about 3 1/4 cups of liquid.

Monday, July 10, 2023

Stunning Crystalline Glaze Bowl Signed Duly Mitchell Complex High Temp Porcelain


 

As promised.

Gorgeous crystalline glazed bowl is in excellent condition.

Signed by Arizona artist Duly Mitchell. 1980s era.
Ever changing hues of blue, pearly grey, aubergine, lavender, green and silver.
Very complex endeavor using sustained high temperatures to create the mesmerizing effect.

Arizona Artist Duly Mitchell on Production of High Temperature Crystalline Glaze


I just acquired a stunning piece by Duly and will be listing it shortly.

Some of you may have noticed I can't lay off the crystalline glazed pottery.

I find the color changing glaze mesmerizing and the difficulty of production, a most noble effort by the most masterful potters. Failure rates are high making each piece a rare treasure.

Enjoy.

Ends Today! Chinese Milk and Blood Monochrome Transfer Ware Plates Boys Butterflies Blossoms




 They are well made porcelain, red transfer ware with some hand embellished gilding.

4 plates in all. They are 9 1/2 inches in diameter. 

They feature bucolic scenes of young boys at leisure, and one is a vase scene.

They are all tied together by the color, the butterflies, and the branches of blossoms.

They are in very good condition and have seen little if any use. They have shelf and wash wear.

There is kiln grit, some iron spots, and one glazed over rim chip among various minor manufacturing flaws.


Check out the eBay auction here.