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Exceptional 2 Pairs of French Sterling SALTS Circa 1870, Napoléon Bonaparte Rare, Beautiful, Practical 4 SALTS in the Finest French Sterling Silver & Vermeil These 4 Salt Bowls were made in Paris, during the period of Emperor Napoléon III. The Silver is finer than Sterling and clearly Hallmarked 4 times with the French Silver Minerve #1 Hallmark and by the famous Parisian Silversmith, DEBAIN at 31, Boulevard HAUSSMANN, Paris whose Successor was the famous Parisian Silversmith, Puiforcat. Great for Salt alone or Salt and Pepper or, whatever. Weighs in total about 3 + oz (100 grams). Dimensions: Width approx 3 1/2”; Height: approx 2” to top of Handle. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. Table Accessory and table conversation pieces. Serves a minimum of 8 persons. SEE a different Pair by DEBAIN in 'Silver & Plate'. Sorry, just SOLD on eBay as item #110229564763 to a Collector in Australia |
| 19th Century Antique BORDEAUX Wine Taster by CHRISTOFLE France RARE Ombilic model Superb & rare French Christofle Bordeaux Silver Wine Taster. Original Bordelaise or Bordeaux Model, called 'Ombilic'. Clearly Hallmarked on the outside bottom footed Rim with early Christofle Silver Hallmarks including Charles Christofle, founder of CHRISTOFLE. (see Photos) The simplicity & quality of the work are outstanding. It is heavy and it is only one of 2 of its kind I have ever seen made by Christofle. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent considering its age and use. One does not find examples early examples like this easily. I have an Example by Ercuis, and another Christofle Bordeaux Ombilic, on my Site. |
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CHRISTOFLE Art Deco Period Silver & Gold GOBLET/Shot Glass BEAKER Extraordinary example from Christofle. Heavy Antique Liquor Goblet or Shot Glass Circa 1930 & decorated with "8 point STARS " as can be seen in the larger photo. Goblet's interior has been Gilded (Vermeil) with 18k Gold. Hallmarked with 3 Christofle Silver Marks. Goblet weighs approx. 40 grams (1.5oz) and is 2 3/8" Tall. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Practical as well as collectible and very very difficult to find. Reserved for Scott in MN. Sorry, SOLD |
| COCKTAIL SHAKER, Circa 1930 by 'Christofle-Gallia' famous Parisian Silversmiths Rare Art Deco Martini & Cocktail Shaker made by one of the world's leading Silversmiths, Christofle & Gallia and made in France during a period when Quality, Workmanship and Detail were important. This particular Model is quite Rare. Weighs 600g. Looks like the work of EAMES, Charles or Ray. In this period, Christofle engaged outside Artists for Design. Dimensions: about 10.25" (26,0 cm) tall with the Lid. Comes apart for cleaning into 3 parts (see larger photo). It is well & clearly Hallmarked by Gallia-Christofle with its Name and Silver Hallmarks. Not Sterling. Top serves as a Measure. Practical as well as very Collectible. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY exceptional. |
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French WINE TASTER Medal signed 'Marcel Renard' (1861-1909) Prized, RARE Fine, Large, Heavy (80grams +/-3oz.) Wine Tasting Cup or Tastevin in SILVER. Beautifully constructed with Bubbles & Waves and a Medallion in Hallmarked .950 Sterling signed by a leading French Artist, 'Marcel Renard' set into the bottom of the Bowl. Along with Dropsy, Renard is regarded as one of the finest Medallists in Europe. His bronze medals sell for Hundred's of Dollars. French Silver Hallmarks, French Minerve Head N°1 (950/1000) indicating finest Silver (finer than Sterling 925/1000) impressed on the Finger Ring and on the Bowl. The Silversmith's Hallmarks are for one of Paris's most well known Silversmiths, 'Ravinet D'Enfert' is on the Bowl. The taster is 3 3/8 " in diameter. Another Hallmark, Eagle's Head on the underside of the Thumb Rest. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Exceptional. I have seen 3 Examples in 30 years and I bought the 3 of them! |
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CHRISTOFLE Silver BOTTLE OPENER, Art Deco (1920-1935) from GALLIA Xtra fine Christofle Bottle Opener (Décapsuleur) showing the portrait of the Founder of Christofle 'Charles Christofle 1805-1867' in its original presentation Box. The Orfeverie Mark is shown in the 'Dictionnaire des Poinçons d'Orfèvrerie on P. 98 as 'Silver' department of Christofle, Orfèvrerie Christofle, 8, rue Royale, Paris, France. More importantly, it comes also from the Gallia Collection which certainly dates this piece to before 1938. 3 1/8" x 2". CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. PLEASE do not confuse with lesser quality Modern copies. SEE & Compare with item #6500431040 which Sold for $108. |
| Bronze French Sculpture 'Le Penseur' by RODIN, ( 1840-1917) Signed Fabulous Rodin Bronze Sculpture of The Thinker, mounted on a marble base and sculpted perfectly to scale. It was part of Auguste Rodin's major work, The Gates of Hell. Influenced by Dante's Divina Comedia, thus the Thinker, in sober meditation is looking down at scenes of human passion & pain. The Bronze is fixed to a Greenish_Black Marble Base (see Photos). Signed Rodin + J.B. Déposé Paris Foundry Mark + 'Bronze' Stamp + Numbered. Heavy, weighing 1,950 kg (5lbs) this Sculpture looks wonderful from all sides. Dimensions: 21,0 cm (8.3") High x 8,4 cm Base & 13,cm (5.1") High for just the Bronze. The detail overall is extraordinary & the CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional with a wonderful aged Patina. The over-life-size version of this bronze was shown at the Paris Salon in 1904. PLEASE click Photo for larger image. |
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RARE 17th Century period Flemish CABINET époque Louis XIII - Expertisé Important Museum quality Original Cabinet Authentic Louis XIII in natural woods consisting of Ebony, Walnut, rare African Palissandre with inlays of genuine Ivory and Tortoiseshell (Rare shell of the Hawksbill Turtle) in red lacquer. Cabinet is in 2 parts, a Console and a Stand consisting of 4 legs decorated in the same fashion as the Cabinet. There is a 'Gallery or Theater' in the upper Cabinet which is hidden behind the 2 larger center doors. There are 14 drawers inside, mirrored with columns and inlaid with ivory in a geometric design. DIMENSIONS are 68.9" x 52.76" x 19". Included is a French Independent Expert's Certificate of Authenticity available. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. |
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XIXth Century FISH SERVERS, Napoléon III + Presentation Box Hard to find Antique SERVING PIECES in solid Silver and in this Condition. Normally the Handles on serving pieces are Silver but Hollow, not these. The Knife & Fork are very heavy (250gr) and each is very beautifully engraved. The Silver work on the Handles is exquisite & decorated on both sides. Made by Parisian Silversmith 'Bergeron' successor 'Lenain'. Reference is P. 71 Dictionnaire des Poinçons, d’Orfèvrerie. Also, French Minerve N°1 Hallmark indicating its the finest French Silver, finer than Sterling (Reference is the Silver Book, "Tardy, Les poinçons d'argent @ P.199). Dimensions: Knife 11" long & Fork 10" long. Practical as well as very Collectible. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY exceptional. Sorry, SOLD to La Tour Bistro Restaurant, New York |
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Pair XIXth Century French Bronze Mythological Candlesticks Heavy pair of Exceptional Antique French Bronze CANDLESTICKS, Circa 1870. What is Rare is the Mythological style of this pair of Candlesticks. 2 Salamanders (considered mythical animals) which in themselves, represent a bronze Animal Sculpture on their own. Impression is that each is climbing on the Candlesticks. The Candlesticks Rests on 3 Legs & Feet which might be those of a 'Griffin', a mythological animal. DETAIL overall of the Bronze work is simply extraordinary. Cast in 1 piece, rare. Practical with Candles as well as conversation pieces. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. Not cleaned nor polished so each has its Antique Original Patina. Dimensions: 11.75" tall by 5" wide between the feet. Sorry, SOLD to Diane, Boulder, CO |
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PYRAMIDION Silver Sculpture, Created by Roger Tallon Made by CHRISTOFLE Roger TALLON was the Designer of the world famous French TGV rapid Train. Tallon used the image of the Pyramid on which he engraved the History of the past 2000 years covering Politics, Art & Science in 3 Languages, one on each side of this Pyramid. Quite brilliant, his idea & Christofle made it for the Millenium 2000. Signed & Dated. DIMENSIONS: approximately 12 cm tall. Incredible and no wonder that Christofle sold out immediately. It can be used as a Conversation piece, a Paper Weight or simply as an Art object. Regardless of its use, it is certianly a wonderful souvenir of the past Millenium. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding, made in the Millenium year 2000. Comes with its own hand made Christofle Box. Sorry, SOLD to Karen in Florida |
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Superb Antique CHRISTOFLE Art Deco 5pc Silver Coffee Tea Service, GALLIA RARE Art Deco Circa 1930, Louis XIV style, Christofle, 'Gallia' Silver 5piece Coffee & Tea Service INCLUDING Coffee, Tea, Cream, Sugar & Tray. Dimensions: Coffee Pot 23,5cm Teapot 20,0cm Covered Sugar 16cm Creamer 10,5cm Tray 59cm. Hallmarks include Founder, Charles Christofle + Gallia Hallmarks. I have never seen another early Service by Chas Christofle. 4 pieces are Decorated with Palisandre (African Tulip Wood) or Ebony wood Handles & Gold washed. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent considering Age & Use. This Set is an Anachronism. The Silver is brilliant and the Set looks unused. SEE item 270035371578 SOLD $1000 and missing 2 Covers. |
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Antique XIXth Century French Silver Table BELL, Circa 1870 Napoléon III Rare Antique heavy French Sterling Silver handmade TABLE BELL with Ivory Button (to sound the Bell) and mounted on an Ebony Wood Base. The Silver Engraving on the Bell and the Body are simply beautiful. In larger photo see Base with Key Wind for the Bell, Handmade Nuts etc. Dimensions: 4.75" Tall x 3 & 3/8" diameter of Base. 2 French Silver Hallmarks. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent considering its age & use with no dings or dents. |
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12 French Antique Sterling & Gold GOBLETS/Beakers & Tray, by 'COIGNET' Paris This Rare complete Set of 12 Goblets & Tray in the finest SILVER and were Handmade Circa 1870, Napoléon III and in the 'Empire' style decorated by renowned Paris Master Silversmith, Coignet with the most intricate Silver work. Each Goblet's interior has been Gilded (Vermeil) with 18k Gold & each is Hallmarked with the French Minerve Head N°1 & counterpunched on the interiors, indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) & the Hallmark of Master Parisian Silversmith, 'COIGNET'. SEE Dictionnaire des Poinçons d'Orfevrèrie @ P. 54 The 12 Goblets weigh approx. 165grams (5+ Troy Oz) and are 4,0 cm Tall. The heavy Tray weights 165 grams, is Hallmarked 'Minerve N°1 + Coignet's Silver Hallmark as can be seen in my larger photo. Condition, Quality, Workmanship are outstanding. Just look at this Set. |
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Clément-Serveau (1886-1972) French "Bouquet de Fleurs" |
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CHAMPAGNE Bucket by ERCUIS from the 'Eden Roc' Hotel, Antibes - RARE Beautifully designed, large & heavy, handmade CHAMPAGNE or White Wine Bucket from one of the most famous Hotels in France, the EDEN ROC Hotel in Antibes, on the Côte d'Azur. Sold at auction some years ago when the Hotel was being renovated. Created by one of the finest Silversmiths of the XIXth Century, ERCUIS and stamped with the Ercuis Silver Hallmarks. Dimensions: 8" high x 6.5" diameter at base x 7.5" diameter at the top. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. |
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CHRISTOFLE WINE TASTER, Circa 1940 Very fine Christofle SILVER Wine Taster made by the famous French CHRISTOFLE Silver Firm at a time when the quality of their work was outstanding. There are 3 clear French Christofle Silver Hallmarks under the Thumb Rest with the Christofle 'O Chess Knight C' + Christofle France + O Scales C'. The taster is 3.25" in diameter& 4 1/8 " to the end of the Thumb Rest. I have seen later copies of this Taster, Item Number 2291743448 sold for $130. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are simply outstanding. No dents, nicks or repairs. |
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Silver CANDLESTICK Made by Charles Christofle Circa 1860 Antique Christofle solid Bronze & Silver Handmade CANDLESTICK. Very heavy and quite Rare. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding considering age and use. Hallmarks include 'Christofle' + '#5' + Christofle Silver Hallmark 'C scales C' & Scale/Balance between 2 C's + Bee + 4 stars. Very early Christofle Marks. Dimensions: 10.75 " Tall & with Base 5.25" Diameter of Base. An extremely fine example that would make a prized addition to any Christofle Collection. Made by founder, Charles Christofle during the period of Napoléon III, 1850-1872. Sorry SOLD to Perth, Australia |
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12 Sterling SILVER & Gold GOBLETS- a complete Service 12 Fabulous, heavy Antique solid SILVER Liquor Goblets. Handmade circa 1870, Period Napoléon III and in the 'Empire' style decorated with a "frise de palmettes" as can be seen in the larger photo. Each Goblet's interior has been Gilded (Vermeil) with 18k Gold. Each Goblet is Stamped with the French Minerve Head N°1 indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling). Complete sets are rare. The 12 Goblets weigh approx. 200 grams (6.5oz) and are 4cm Tall. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. sorry, just SOLD to R.V. |
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WINE TASTER 'Bordeaux' Napoléon III by Compère / Ravinet d'Enfert, Paris XIXth Century Handmade heavy massive Silver Wine Taster from the Bordeaux region of France. Minerve Head N°1 (1838) indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) impressed twice, on the the Bowl & on the Finger Ring. Engraved on the side of the Bowl next to a Hallmark: ' ROMAIN MARTIN, CHATILLON, NIEVRE, 1896'. Weighs about 115 grams (3.7oz). CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. |
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Napoléon III Solid Silver HOLDER or Handle for Gigot d'Agneau/Leg of Lamb A Rare XIXth Century massive Silver Holder or Handle used for holding, carving and serving a Leg of Lamb. The handle is heavy and is beautifully carved with the screw and the rest being heavy plated silver and in excellent condition with some usage wear. The Silver work on the Handle is exquisite and considering its use, it is in near pristine condition. It is an unique piece which epitomizes the art of the French Silversmith. Hallmarked on the end of the handle with the Minerve forward 1 indicating that this silver is finer than Sterling. The Handle is decorated on both sides with detailed Heads and a decorative vase. It weighs over 180 grams & is 8.5" long. Practical and very Collectible. |
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CHRISTOFLE Silver BOTTLE OPENER, Art Deco (1920-1935) with Napoléon III Very fine Christofle Bottle Opener (Décapsuleur) showing the portrait of Napoléon III, 1850-1872 in its original presentation Box. The Orfeverie Mark is shown in the 'Dictionnaire des Poinçons d'Orfèvrerie on P. 98 as 'Silver' department of Christofle, Orfèvrerie Christofle, 8, rue Royale, Paris, France. More importantly, it comes also from the Gallia Collection which certainly dates this piece to before 1938. Reverse has Napoléon's Bumble Bee & his Wreath. 3 1/8" x 2". CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. Please do not confuse with Modern copies. SEE & Compare with item #6500431040, Sold for $108. |
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RARE Marine TIMER Stop Watch for 'PIGEON RACING' Rare Watch made in France by the Marine Workshop in Bordeaux and designed specifically for Pigeon Racing. Bronze placque on front of Case reads: 'L'Estafette' Constateur de Colombophilie, inviolable- Fabriqué par les Ateliers de la Marine, 31 rue Esprit des Lois, BORDEAUX". Designed to be foolproof, i.e. tamperproof because of the Wire used to seal the cover of the Watch to the Case. Face has a Second sweep hand and the Face is Metal. This Watch was cleaned and serviced by an expert Horloger in France. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Dimensions- 4" Tall x 2.5" wide x 1" Deep. See Photos. |
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CHRISTOFLE Silver DINNER SERVICE Circa 1940 Fantastic Service for 12 including Dinner Spoons & Forks + Coffee or Desert Spoons + Ladle. 37 Pieces in all together with the Presentation Box from Christofle. Each Piece is Hallmarked & the Silver Hallmarks are impressed on the inside Bowl or Fork on each. The Hallmarks are early Christofle, circa 1940 made in Paris France. Beautiful 'Shell' Motif. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent with normal usage for its age. |
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CHRISTOFLE/Gallia Coffee 5 pc COFFEE & TEA SERVICE Fantastic model Louis XVI Antique plated Silver 5piece Coffee / Tea Service. Complete with coffee pot, tea pot, cream, sugar & Tray. Each piece is decorated with Ribbons and Leaves. Ivory heat guards are on the Coffee & Tea Pot Handles. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are good with normal usage for its age and some tiny dings. Each piece is stamped 'Gallia' + Silvermaker's mark + numbered and "R. Carassale, Paris". The Tray is 18.75" Long x 12" wide. Rare to find a complete set. |
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Silver WINE TASTER 'Bordeaux' Circa1870 Napoléon III Fabulous XIXth Century Handmade Wine Taster from the Bordeaux region of France. Something unique is the width and quality of the Rim which prevents Spillage. Minerve Head N°1 (1838) indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) impressed twice, on the inside of the Bowl & on the Finger Ring. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP &QUALITY are excellent. |
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Silver WINE TASTER 'Coin 1763' *1860* Napoléon III Fabulous XIXth Century Handmade Wine Taster from the Bordeaux region of France. Tasters with Coins, this Weight, (about 85 grams - 3oz) & this Quality of Silverwork with clear, crisp Silver Hallmarks are Rarities. Minerve Head N°1 (1838) indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) impressed twice, on the inside of the Bowl & between the Heads of the Serpants. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. |
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CHRISTOFLE/Gallia Art Deco (1920-1935) Coffee 5 pc COFFEE & TEA SERVICE Art Deco plated Silver 5piece Coffee / Tea Service. Complete with coffee pot, tea pot, cream, sugar & Tray. Each piece is decorated with Palisandre (African Tulip Wood) or Ebony woood Handles Handles & each covered piece has Silver & wood knobs. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. Rare to find an Original, complete and nearly pristine Art Deco Service. |
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CHRISTOFLE French Sterling Silver WINE TASTER - RARE Rare CHRISTOFLE massive .950 finest SILVER Wine Taster with Silver Coin dated 1825. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are simply outstanding. |
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4 French Sterling Silver & Gold GOBLETS 'CARTIER' Paris Fabulous Silver & 18k Gold set of 4 Goblets from the prestigious 'CARTIER' firm in France. There are a total of 5 Silver Hallmarks impressed on the Bottom of each Goblet. Each Goblet is Stamped with the French Minerve Head N°1 indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) and the Hallmark of their Parisian Silversmith + '925' for Sterling (for Export) + 'Made in France' + 'CARTIER Paris' CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. |
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TIFFANY & CO Sterling Silver SHOT GLASSES - GOBLETS with 18k Gold Interiors The name TIFFANY & CO. says it all; Quality, Workmanship & at TIFFANY :& CO, 'Expensive'. Consider the price of a silk Tie, $125. I have a set of 6 identical Goblets - Shot Glasses, for Liquor, Vodka etc Boxed in their Original Tiffany & Co. Presentation Box. Only 4 are shown. These are quite heavy, 30 grams each (1 oz.) & Dimensions: 1 3/8" Tall x 1 3/8" in Diameter and each is Hallmarked 'Sterling & Tiffany & Co with #25005. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. |
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Antique SILVER WINE TASTER, French, Rare Silversmith 'Boulenger' Fabulous XIXth Century Handmade Wine Taster from the Bordeaux region, France |
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CHRISTOFLE & a Solid French Silver WINE Bottle BASKET or Caddy |
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Antique French Sterling Silver NAPKIN RING - Fabulous Engraving Superb French XIXth Century Napkin Ring in Solid Silver & in the Original Box from the Silversmith from Orleans, France. Orleans is between Paris and the Loire Valley. Massive .950 quality SILVER with the French Minerve N° 1 Hallmark indicating its the finest French Silver, finer than Sterling, (Reference is the Silver Book, "Tardy, Les poinçons d'argent @ P.199) Hallmarked as well by the Silversmith, the Letters du Maître Orfèvre are "C Flower M" for 'Caubetz'. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. 2" diameter. Compare Quality, weight etc. with Item #3770540228. |
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2 Solid Silver & Baccarat Crystal SALT CELLAR Finely detailed and sumptuous pair of solid Silver Salt Cellars with their original hand blown, engraved & acid etched Crystal interiors. Sold on eBay to another eBay SELLER as item #3769105600 for $105.50 for the Pair & reSold by him as Singles, as item #6142510286 for $125 each. |
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6 Sterling Silver & Gold GOBLETS/Beakers - 'D. Roussel' Paris Circa 1860 6 heavy & beautifully decorated Antique solid SILVER Liquor Goblets. Handmade circa 1860, Period Napoléon III and in the 'Empire' style decorated with Grapes, Grape Vines and Grape Leaves. Each Goblet's interior has been Gilded (Vermeil) with 18k Gold. Each Goblet is Stamped with the French Minerve Head N°1 & counterpunched on the interiors, indicating .950/1000 quality Silver (finer than Sterling) and the Hallmark of Parisian Silversmith, 'D. Roussel' P. 162 Dictionnaire Poinçons. The 6 Goblets weigh approx. 150 grams (5oz) and are 1 5/8" Tall. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. |
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ART DECO SCULPTURE OF A CLOWN, French Art Deco (1910-1930) Finely detailed stunning & Unique Art Deco Silvered metal Sculpture of a CLOWN holding a Guitar. Detailing of the Clown Sculpture is simply outstanding - particularly the face and hands, also his Costume. Original and Creative overall Design which remains Timeless. Original Condition, not cleaned nor polished. |
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Rare Double Silver & Crystal SALT CELLARS Circa 1809 Double Silver Salt Cellars with their hand blown & engraved Crystal interiors either Baccarat or St. Louis Crystal. Each is Hallmarked with the French 'Vieillard' (1819-1838) indicating .950 massive Silver, finer than Sterling. The 'Vieillard' Hallmark was only in use in France for 19 years. There is also the Paris Hallmark 'Masque de face dans un rond' in use 1798-1809. Practical for 2 Salts or 1 Salt & 1 Pepper. Please note the extraordinary detail in the carving of the 6 Lion Heads, Paws & the Filigree work. Heavy, weighing about 350 grams (about 11.8 ounces). DIMENSIONS about 6.25" Long by 6.75" Tall. Sorry, SOLD -(I have another, see Arts de la Table) |
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Rare Silver CHRISTOFLE CRUET, Circa 1870 Napoléon III This heavy Silver Cruet set made by Charles Christofle, the founder of Christofle is an 'Anachronism'. The Crystal is very heavy & certainly Baccarat or Saint Louis and each piece is in Pristine condition with no chips. Stoppers are numbered & correspond to numbers on the bottom of the Bottles. Numbered 1158368 on one of the Ball Feet + #18 + CHRISTOFLE + C Scales C. All original including handmade Bolts. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Ask for more Photos. Rare COLLECTOR'S ITEM. Dimensions: 9" x 12" x 4". |
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Silver over Bronze signed JEWELRY CHEST Napoléon III boite à bijoux Stunning XIXth Century, Circa 1870 Silvered Bronze/Brass Jewel Chest or Jewelry Box. Jewelry Boxes are difficult to find, particularly signed & in this condition. Closes perfectly, the Hinges are fine, the 4 pedestal Feet are original and in excellent condition. Jewel Box has some Silver Tarnish which darkens the photos. It is engraved with a Signature on the bottom rim 'Oudry Dre.Editeur'. Dimensions: 3.75" Tall x 4.75" Long. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. Very difficult to photograph. |
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XIXth Century French Silver 'Théière' - Rare example, Circa 1850-1870 Very fine, heavy, massive Silver Tea Pot or Coffee Pot dating from Napoleon III period with appropriate French Silver hallmarks. Minerve Head with N°1 Hallmark indicating .950 Silver, finer than Sterling. Dimensions: 8.5" tall. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent considering age & use. One tiny dent & no dings or repairs. Detail of guillochée decoration with ' Women's Heads' all around is extraordinary. Weighs about 700 grams. SOLD on eBay to another eBay Seller as item #2264049903 -Resold for more than double |
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Silver WINE TASTER 'Bordeaux' Circa 1819 Massive French Silver (.950 quality) which is finer than Sterling Silver. The quality of the Silver, about 60 grams, shape of the round Finger Ring and overall design are outstanding. Bunches of Grapes, large indented Bubbles, small raised Bubbles. Notice the wide 'lip' which overhangs the inside of the Bowl to prevent dripping. Feels wonderful in the hand, very well balanced. Initials P P discreetly engraved on the side. 3 Silver Hallmarks, Vieillard (1819-1838) (Reference -Silver Book, "Tardy, Les poinçons d'Argent @ P.199). Hallmark, 'Grosse garantie' Poinçon for Paris, 'Sardanapale' in an Oval (1819-1838). Master Silversmith's marks in a Diamond shape Lozenge 'C + star + G'. |
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'TIMER' by CHRISTOFLE Hourglass with Sand
Extremely Fine, heavily plated French Silver TIMER with Sand ( Egg Timer) encased in a double glass dome, protected on each end by 'Cork' & resting on top & bottom on 3 raised feet. Hallmarked, "Christofle" with silver Hallmarks of this famous French firm. Part of Christofle's 'Gallia' Collection which makes this item even more interesting. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are very good considering age and use. Dimensions: 6.5" High x 3 3/8" in diameter. |
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POSTAL SCALE & STAMP BOX, Napoléon III -One of a kind 'Pese Lettres' or POSTAL SCALES & Stamp Box Circa 1860 in Gilded Bronze set on a Marble Base and resting on 4 bronze Ball Feet. Condition & Quality are
excellent including the gilding. Dimensions: 5.25" long x 3.5 " wide x 7 1/8" tall to top of Postal Scale. Sides are decorated with Bronze Wreaths, typical for the Period and the small STAMP BOX is simply magnificent. The Base rests on a solid Ormolu base for additional support. Difficult to photograph. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. |
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Perpetual Bronze CALENDAR Napoléon III - RARE XIXth Century Bronze Perpetual Calendar. These Calendars are quite difficult to find, particularly in near perfect condition considering its age and use. Very heavy, handmade solid BRONZE with a system of 6 Buttons on the back, 3 on each side of the Day, Month & Year, which turn and enable you to change the Month, Day & Year. Notice the wonderful detail overall including the legs at the back. All original! |
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Rare SILVER & GOLD Vermeil AIGUIERE / Wine Decanter, French Circa 1793 RARE, exquisitely fine, heavy 18th Century 'Aiguière' or 'Burette d'Église' or Wine Decanter/Carafe in massive Silver weighing 170+ grams. Incredibly, there are 11 Silver Hallmarks including the Silversmith, (Poinçon du maitre orfèvre : E.J.B) Paris. They are: Poinçon de l' Association des Orfèvres de 1793 en vigueur pendant 50 ans à Paris + Poinçon de titre Vieillard 1er Titre , Paris (1819-1838) + Poinçon de garantie : tête de femme , grosse garantie , Paris + Poinçon du maitre orfèvre : E.J.B + Poinçon de contrôle actuel, a Crabe - see Dictionnaire des Poinçons, Orfèverie. Dimensions: 18 cm high. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. Email me for more photos & photos of the Hallmarks. |
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Wine Taster, English Sterling Silver 1962 English Sterling Silver Wine Taster, Tastevin. A very fine, very heavy, handmade solid Silver Wine Taster weighing about 130 grams (4.2 ounces) in Sterling Silver. The Silversmith's Marks, "C.J.V." are stamped on the side of the Wine Taster and seen on one of the photos below & the Silver is fully hallmarked for London 1962. Made alsmost 1/2 a Century ago, the Silversmith copied an 18th Century French Wine Taster. |
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Antique THOMASON Bronze Barrel CORKSCREW - RARE Thomason Corkscrew in very nice condition. This variant, patented in 1802 has a Bone or Ivory Handle which is very nicely turned with a beautifully detailed end and Brush. There's a hole for a hanging Ring & a Dusting Brush which I believe is original. Lion and Unicorn Badge marked 'Patent' with the initials "J W" on each side of the Badge. The mechanism is corrosion free & in fine working order. The bronze Barrell is very clean &has an aged patina & has no dents or damage. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. |
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Double Action CORKSCREW 'ROY' Tire-bouchon - RARE French Corkscrew in polished Steel and Bronze or brass, a model quite rare. Beautifully detailed Handle with a name plate in Bronze or brass 'ROY' (see Photos) and in overall near pristine condition. The Worm or Helix or Mesh which is made of hand forged Iron is in excellent condition with a pointed tip. In excellent working condition, functions smoothly, with no corrosion. Beautifully engraved Shoulder on the Barrel. Very Heavy. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent with good English Silver Hallmarks. |
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English solid SILVER WINE FUNNEL - XVIIIth Century - RARE Handsome, very fine English Wine FUNNEL in solid STERLING SILVER made in London in 1796 by I believe, Thomas Northcote, a well known period English Silversmith. Heavy, good gauge weighing about 5 ozs / 150 gms and with the original 'Muslin Ring' which is nearly always missing. A small piece of muslin cloth was sewn to the ring to filter the sediment or dregs from the wine. Dimensions: 7" from the tip of the spout to the top and about 3" in diameter. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent with good English Silver Hallmarks. |
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SILVER WINE FUNNEL STAND, English 1878 RARE Sterling SILVER WINE FUNNEL STAND resting on 4 turned legs is Hallmarked in LONDON for 1878, with the Silver MAKER'S Initials "H.W.D." Dimensions; 3.5" X 3/4" finely made, good Gage Silver and quite heavy. Engraved beautifully in small letters on the bottom is: 'P. & F. SCHAFFER, 27. PICADILLY.' Most likely the Shop that sold it originally. CONDITION and QUALITY are excellent and any collector knows how rare it is find one like this. |
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Boxed Set 6 SALTS & 6 SPOONS - Napoléon III
RARE FABULOUS complete set of 6 Salts (Salerons) + original Spoons in French 19th Century solid Silver with Blue Cobalt crystal liners in their original Presentation Box. Workmanship and Detail are extraordinary. Condition & Quality are exceptional. Hallmarked with the Minerve forward 1 indicating silver quality higher than Sterling. |
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12 Art Nouveau CHRISTOFLE silver KNIFE RESTS, Circa 1890 RARE model and complete set of 12 Art Nouveau knife rests from Christofle, France. Each Knife Rest is quadruple Silver-Plated and each has its original Silver. Each is signed on the underside with the early "CHRISTOFLE" stamp and there is the Christofle Silver Mark with the "C & C" for the founder, Charles Christofle. Condition and quality are excellent. Each measures about 4" in length. |
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Spanish Silver WINE TASTER, XIXth Century Ag
5 Pesetas Coin 1871 Handmade solid Silver Spanish Wine Taster with unique Ivory Thumb Rest weighing 50+grams in STERLING Silver (.925/1000). The Silversmith's Marks, stamped on the underside of the Thumb Rest is a Silver Hallmark of "925" indicating Sterling Silver. The taster is 2.75" in diameter (3.75" with the Ivory Thumb Rest) & about, 7/8" deep. CONDITION & QUALITY are pristine. This Taster was obviously kept in a cabinet and used infrequently or very, very carefully. |
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SILVER WINE TASTER, French Circa 1870 A very fine, handmade Silver French XIXth Century Wine Taster weighing 52+ grams in massive Silver. The Silversmith's Marks, stamped on the side of the Wine Taster include the letters "E P " in a diamond Lozenge for I believe the famous Parisian Silversmith, "Emil Puiforcat", then at 131, Boulevard Haussmann, Paris (P. 74 Dictionnaire des Poinçons, Orfèverie). French Silver Hallmarks, Minerve Head with forward 1 indicating finest Silver, finer than Sterling, is (stamped twice) on the underside of the Ring Handle + on the side (Reference is the Silver Book, "Tardy, Les poinçons d'argent @ P.199. In addition, there is a further earlier tiny Silver Hallmark, on the top end of the Thumb Rest, which is that of the Head of a 'Sanglier' or Wild Boar.. CONDITION & QUALITY are pristine. |
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Gallia / Christofle Silver WINE DECANTER or Claret Jug- Circa 1885 'Elegant' best describes this plated Silver Antique Baccarat Crystal 'Claret' Decanter which is in Pristine condition. Decorated in the style of its birth, Napoléon III, this decanter is Rare in that one finds many antique pieces by both Christofle &/or Gallia, but, rarely an early 'Wine Decanter'. Gallia, did work for 'Christofle' until Christofle bought them out in around 1925 and Christofle used Gallia for its more high end and avant garde pieces. The crystal is clear. Condition & Quality are excellent. |
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Napoléon Coin WINE TASTER, Solid Silver
XVIIIth-XIXth Century Handmade, xlarge, fine, heavy (90+grams) Wine Taster in massive Silver. French Silver center medallion of Napoleon signed by engraver, J.P. Droz, depicting Napoleon as Emperor & King. Hallmarks, including Rare, 'Fleur de Lys' normally reserved for Royal Silver. The interior detailing is extraordinary as is the quality of the Silver. Inspiration for the Thumb Rest must have come from the Chinese as the Silversmith sculpted 2 exceptionally fine Serpants, mouths open & both holding the 'Sacred Pearl'. The detail of the Serpants, both sides, is incredible. The taster is 3.75" in diameter, 4.75" including the Thumb Rest & 3/4" deep. CONDITION & QUALITY are pristine. |
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Antique French Burgundy WINE TASTER, Solid Silver 'PARROD, Marc' Late XIXth Century, very fine, heavy (90+grams) handmade French Wine Taster in massive Silver with French Silver Hallmarks, (le poinçon Minerve première titre (950/1000) indicating finest Silver (finer than Sterling) stamped twice, on the Thumb Rest & the side. The Silversmith's Marks for "Parrod" 16, rue Verrerie, Dijon also stamped twice. Reference, 'Dictionnaire des Poinçons, Orfèverie P. 95. Most importantly, there is an earlier French Ag Control Mark on the Ring under the Thumb Rest. Base has been brilliantly hammered. The taster is 3 3/8" in diameter (4.5" with theThumb Rest) & 1" deep. CONDITION & QUALITY are pristine. Thumb Rest beautifully engraved & inscription 'BERGER NUITS' on the side. |
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Silver & Cut Crystal WINE DECANTER or Claret Jug XIXth Century The Silver work on this Carafe or Decanter is impossible to describe, it epitomizes the art of the Silversmith. Hallmarked on the lid and the neck with a Sterling Silver content of 0.925 + the Silvermaker's Mark which I cannot identify. The Baccarat Crystal bottom is beautifully detailed in a diamond pattern, even on the bottom. The Handle is decorated with detailed vines and grapes and even the spout has cupids. 11.5" tall. |
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Emil FILLA 1882-1953 Czech-French Oil on Canvas signed and dated 1928. 14 3/4" x 17 3/4". Douglas Cooper in 'The Cubist Epoch' (London 1971) discusses the importance of cubism in Czechoslovakia-"Filla was the most constructive of the Czech cubist painters". In France, Shurr describes Filla as the 'Head of the cubist movement in Czechoslovakia'. Rare to find his work outside of a Museum. Condition & Quality are excellent. Framed in a custom gold leaf frame. |
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HERBIN, Auguste (1882-1960) Signed Original Gouache, 1942 ORIGINAL Gouache composition painted on paper, signed & dated by Auguste Herbin in 1942. Because of the glass on the frame there are some shadows on the photos. I took photos from different angles trying to avoid shadows. Comes with a Photo Certificate of Authenticity from Genviève Claisse dated the 12th of May, 1989, who is the world recognized Specialist for Herbin. Framed under glass in a beautiful vintage French Frame. Dimensions: 20,0cm x 32,5cm (7.87" x 12.80") |
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EGG WAITER Service, XIXth Century RARE RARE & quite unique plated Silver EGG WAITER or Cruet complete and original set of 3 egg Cups which rest on ball feet, 3 spoons and a small Salt Cellar which hangs from the Tray like a Caldron in a fireplace. It has its own spoon. Each piece has been gilded and the plating as well as the gold gilt are original and in excellent conditon. Each Spoon (including the Salt spoon) is Hallmarked as is the Tray. Condition and quality are excellent, some tarnishing. I believe this set to be Continental Silver. Dimensions: Tray is 9" tall x 6" wide, Spoons are 5" long. SOLD to Ottawa, Canada |
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XIXth Century Christofle/Gallia Silver & Baccarat Crystal
WINE DECANTER Fabulous and Rare plated Silver & Crystal (probably Baccarat) Wine Decanter or Claret Jug by the famous French Silver Firm, CHRISTOFLE and made for the Gallia Line. Paris. 11.25" tall. Condition is very good with normal usage wear considering age and use and the Quality is very fine. The crystal has been etched with flowers and Rayons and is not cloudy. There are 2 silver hallmarks, 'Orfevrerie Gallia + the Gallia Rooster'. Christofle used the Gallia Marks on their higher quality items and the styles were more avant-garde.
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XIXth Century French Silver WINE TASTER Fine, quite large & heavy, Handmade massive Silver Wine Taster which bears well marked French hallmarks. French Silver Hallmarks, (le poinçon Minerve première titre (950/1000) Minerve Head + 1 indicating finest Silver (finer than Sterling, 925/1000) & Stamped with the French Silversmith's name and his Lozenge, 'SOLLIER'. Stamped on the bottom of the Thumb Rest and again on the side. Weighs 112 grams. CONDITION is excellent & QUALITY is extremely fine. Dimensions: 3 7/ 8" long from Thumb Rest. |
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French Tastevin /WINE TASTER, Solid Silver, early 1800'S A very fine, early Handmade & unique Antique French Wine Taster in massive Silver weighing over 85 grams. French Silver Hallmarks, Minerve Head + 1 indicating finest Silver (finer than Sterling) on the side. The Silversmith, Olier & Caron are found at P. 98, Dictionnaire des Poinçons and his Marks include initials in a diamond lozenge, "O & C + Sun + Star" on the side. The taster is about 3" in diameter not including the handle & 1" deep. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. Design is unusual combining 3 patterns with fantastic Thumb rest. |
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French Tastevin /WINE TASTER, Solid Silver, early 1800'S A very fine, early Handmade & unique Antique French Wine Taster in massive Silver weighing over 70 grams. French Silver Hallmarks, Minerve Head + 1 indicating finest Silver (stamped twice) on the Ring Handle + on the side. The Silversmith, Hénin et Cie are found at P. 82, Dictionnaire des Poinçons and his Marks include initials in a diamond lozenge, "H &C" on underside of thumb rest and on the side. The taster is about 3" in diameter not including the handle & 1" deep. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. Design is unusual with simple snake-like Thumb rest. Excellent example. |
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Christofle XIXth Century Wine BOTTLE HOLDER RARE Antique Wine Bottle Holder with its original "Cross" to guard against spills in fine plated Silver. The 'Cross' is stamped 'Christofle + C Scales C + Bumblebee' Rare to find these complete. The Bottle Holder is stamped similarly + #5 + #172329. Simply fabulous! About 6.5" in diameter. Border with 6 engraved & detailed Flowers. Condition & Quality are excellent. |
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Rare Commode Louis XIV, French Rare Commode Louis XIV (1643-1715) in marquetry in Violette Wood with outstanding Gilt Ormolu/Bronze mounts. There are 5 drawers and the front is Bombé. The top is a Royal Red marble. Made in Paris, beginning of the 18th Century with a Certificate of Expertise from a prominent Paris Dealer. Condition & Quality are excellent. 23 5/8" W x 23 5/8" D x 33" High SOLD to London, England |
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LANSKOY, André (1902-1976) Composition Russian Oil on Canvas painted by Lanskoy circa 1945-1949. Dimensions of Painting: 28.75" x 39 3/8" in a contemporary frame. Condition, Workmanship & Quality excellent. Provenance: Kodner Gallery, St. Louis, Missouri and Christie's England. To be included in the Catalogue Raisonné prepared by André Schoeller, recognised expert on Lanskoy. SOLD to Bologna, Italy |
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Pieter Casteels Paire de Bouquets de Fleurs (1684 Anvers - Richemont 1749) Pair Flemish Still Life on Copper about 12" x 10" (15.75" x 13.5" with the Frame) each of a Bouquet of Flowers in a Bronze Urn on a Ledge. I have a pair. Each in an 18th Century Carved Frame. Provenance: Galerie DeJonckheere, Paris France and exhibited in 1992 at the 16th Biennale des Antiquaires at the Grand Palais and Illustrated in the Catalogue of that Exhibition. |
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Christofle/Gallia Knife Rests, set of 6 Original Art Deco period set of 6 different animal Knife Rests. Each animal is individually cast and each is fashioned as a Cubist Animal by the renowned French Sculptor/Designer Gérard SANDOZ. Created in the 1920's for Christofle's "Gallia" line. These animals have been beautifully crafted and heavily silver plated and are in excellent condition considering their age and use. |
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Solid Silver WINE TASTER, Coin 1796 Hand made, extra Fine, heavy Solid Silver Antique French Wine Tasting cup dates from the 19th Century. It is simple yet elegant. It was designed to prevent 'spillage'. There are several French Silver Control marks - the 'Minerve Head' with forward 1 (see Photos) on the finger ring under the Thumbrest and again, very clearly marked on the Inside of the bowl. As well, you have the Silvermaker's Mark. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. |
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"OPERA GLASSES" by Lemaire, Paris in Black MOP RARE & Unique pair of NAPOLEON III French Black Mother of Pearl "Nacre" OPERA GLASSES in near pristine condition. The Black MOP has beautiful shading, I have never had MOP in this color, and, when you turn them in the light the MOP has an opalescent glow which is very, very beautiful. There is a telescopic Handle that can be adjusted in length and moved to any position and from left to right. It has MOP on the Handle and at the end of the Handle, as well as on the adjustable Dial for Distance. The small lenses are signed Lemaire Paris & Ryrie Brothers..on the other Everything works--the focus and the Handle. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. |
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MANIEVICH, Abraham - Russian/American ( 1883 - 1942 ) Fauve Landscape by an important deceased Russian Artist who is represented in most major museums in the world. Signed lower right "A. Manievich" Exhibited at Gallery of Modern Art, a Survey of Russian Painting from 6/14/67 through 9/17/67 as painting #213.67.1 Dimensions: 20.25" x 21.5" and in a French gilt Frame. Provenance: Purchased in 1974 from Armand & Victor Hammer, Hammer Galleries & Private Collection, Vaduz, Lichenstein. |
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HODGES, William Merret (British 1896-1938) Idyllic Oil on Panel entitled "Millhouse by the Stream" is signed lower left. Dimensions unframed: 23.5" x 48.5" (59.6cm x 122cm) represents an excellent example of the work of this famous English Artist. Condition & Quality are excellent. |
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Early French WINE TASTER, 1798-1809 An extremely fine, heavy, antique French Wine Taster, Tastevin. Jq POULOT DE MOLINOT is engraved on the outside rim. There is a French silver control mark in the form of a head stamped on the underside of the handle that looks like a classical warrier and I believe it indicates Paris 1798-1809. The taster is 3 1/2" in diameter not including the handle. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. |
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Solid Silver WINE TASTER, Coin 1814 Extra Fine early 19th Century Wine Tasting cup or Tastevin partly bossed and fluted, engraved with "y Maudo" and "Rafa". 2 Silver Control Hallmarks. Interior inset with an 1814 Eight Reale coin. Tested to be .925/1000 Sterling. Weight: 2.62oz./ 82gr. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. |
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Solid Silver WINE TASTER, Coin 1796 Extra Fine, heavy Solid Silver Antique Spanish Wine Tasting Cup dates from the 19th Century. It is simple yet elegant. Interior inset with a 400 Escudos coin dated 1814. Partly bossed and fluted bowl with a pierced handle. Weight: 1.8oz/ 57gr. Tested finer than Sterling & Minerve 1st titre @ .958/1000. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. |
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French solid SILVER WINE TASTER, early 1800's Very fine, handmade French Wine Taster in massive .950 quality Silver with extremely clear French Silver Control Hallmarks consisting le poinçon Minerve première titre (950/1000) Minerve Head + N°1 indicating finest Silver (finer than Sterling, 925/1000) on the Finger ring and the side. The taster is 3.3/8" in diameter not including the Thumb rest & .75" deep & weighs 75 grams. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. The Silversmith's Marks, stamped on the side (see Photos) include initials "S P" in a diamond lozenge. Silversmith was Prudhomme, 108, rue Amelot, Paris (P. 111 Dictionnaire des Poinçons, Orfèverie). CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. Engraved scrolled initials on the Thumb rest. |
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Gold & Silver Antique BOX or Necessaire Extremely Fine, incredibly detailed, French covered BOX with an engraved MEDAL or ENGRAVING containing the following Text: "LA CROCHE CASSÉE * D'APRES GREUZE * FERRE & BOTTINI GR" on the outer rim of the Engraving. I believe the Box to be made out of 'Laiton' or Copper which has been Gold Washed or Gilded and the Center Medallion to be Silver or plated Silver. About 2.5" in diameter and about 1" high. |
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WRITING DESK SET XIXth Century 'Hand Made' Antique Travelling Desk Writing Set in the form of a 'Leather Bound Book'. Included and starting from the top of the photo the contents are: original, PENCIL, PEN, LETTER OPENER and SCRAPER all made of the same wood as the box and each capped off at the top with a metal guard. Each of the above is housed in a separate lined sleave. Inside the Box there is a GLASS INKWELL (still sealed) with the inside of the top of the inkwell "corked" to prevent spillage. Dimensions: 10" wide x 6 7/8" deep x 2" high. Condition & Quality excellent. |
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Silver table Cigar Lighter, London 1888 Gentleman's Victorian table cigar lighter with fluted rim and base, bearing a gentleman’s crest. The top unscrews for access to a fuel well. Complete with wick and with a loaded base. Made in London 1888 by Edgar Finlay and Hugh Taylor. Weight (base loaded): 8.3oz./256gr. Height and Pedestal Diameter: 3.2in./8.75cm. Condition &Quality are excellent |
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Antique 19th Century Musical Bird Box Fantastic! Antique Musical Swiss Bird Box. Silver & Enamel with Bird which chirps for 13 seconds. Key wind on bottom. Decorated all over with European Scenes in Multi-colored enamels in excellent condition. Box measures 4" x 2.5" x 1.5" |
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Pierre DUMONT oil on Canvas "Le Pont Neuf" by Pierre DUMONT, born in 1884 and died in 1936 in France. Large Oil on Canvas painting by a well-known deceased French Artist. Painting measures 32" x 25.5" without the frame. PROVENANCE: Originally purchased from the REDFERN Gallery, in London England in the 1950's this Artist is well known at auction. |
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Rare DUNHILL Fish Tank Lighter DUNHILL Rare "GIANT AQUARIUM" Table Lighter. It measures about 4" long by 2" across the base and is about 3" tall. This is a fuel or gasoline model and all of the parts are original. Condition & Quality are excellent. SOLD on eBay |
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Valtat, Louis "Bouquet de Fleurs" Nature Morte, Bouquet of Flowers in a Vase, Oil on Canvas 24" x 20" (61cm x 51cm) signed bottom right "L. Valtat"(1869-1952) comes with a Photo - Certificate of Authenticity from the Grandson of Louis Valtat. Vintage French Frame. Condition & Quality are excellent. |
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Emil Puiforcat Silver & Crystal AiguillereXIXth Century Antique Crystal & Silver CLARET JUG, Wine Decanter, Wine Carafe or better known in France as an 'Aiguillere'. CONDITION & QUALITY are excellent. Puiforcat is stamped on the neck and on the base as is the Head of Minerve forward 1 indicating that the silver content is 950/1000, finer than Sterling Silver. The Decanter is about 12" tall to the Finial and the Crystal is Baccarat. |
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NORTON, William Edward (1843-1916) Paris Street Scene by W E NORTON. Oil on Board 8.5" x 6.25" and in a handsome vintage French Frame. Last sold by Spanierman Galleries, NYC in 1984. Condition & Quality are excellent. Epitome of Impressionism! |
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BRASILIER, André Woman with Vase and Bouquet of Flowers French, Born 1929. Dedicated on the back stretcher to the Aunt & Uncle of the Artist as follows: "A mon oncle Jules et ma tante Suzanne avec l'affection et l'admiration, de André Brasilier Paris Juillet 1964" Signed bottom Right. 18.25" x 15" 46.4cm x 38.8cm) |
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Charles KVAPIL 1884-1936 ORIGINAL still life or 'Nature Morte' Oil Painting on canvas by "Charles KVAPIL", French and was born in Anvers, France in 1884 and died in 1936. The subject matter is a Still Life with Flowers and Fruit. Condition & Quality are excellent. French vintage Frame. |
