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| Silver COCKTAIL SHAKER, Circa 1930 by 'Christofle-Gallia' Art Deco Paris ART DECO Martini & Cocktail Shaker made by one of the world's leading Silversmiths, Christofle & Gallia, & the Luxury Mark of célèbre orfèvre CHRISTOFLE during a period when Quality, Workmanship and Detail were the Rules. This particular Model is quite Rare. Heavy, weighs 600g. Looks like the work of EAMES, Charles or Ray. In this Period, Christofle engaged outside Artists for Design. Dimensions: about 10" (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 their Names and Silver Hallmarks. Not Sterling. Top serves as a Measure for Dosage. Practical as well as very Collectible. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY exceptional. A similar, but Damaged, just Sold on eBay for $355 #170116894580. Sorry, SOLD to Scott in MN |
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| CHRISTOFLE WINE TASTER, 'Gallia Collection' Circa 1900 - RARE Rare Christofle SILVER Wine Taster from the GALLIA Collection (quadruple plated). Made by the famous French CHRISTOFLE Silver Firm at a time when the quality of their work was outstanding. There are 4 clear French Christofle Silver Hallmarks with the early Christofle 'O Chess Knight C' + Prod. CHRISTOFLE + FRANCE + GALLIA. The taster is 3.25" in diameter & 4.25" to the end of the Thumb Rest not including the Thumb Rest & .75" Deep. Christofle reserved its finest work for its Gallia Collection. I have seen later copies of this Taster, Item # 2291743448 sold for $130. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are simply outstanding. No dents, nicks or repairs. |
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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. SOLD to a NY Collector |
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| CHRISTOFLE WINE TASTER, 'Gallia Collection' Circa 1900 - RARE Rare Christofle SILVER Wine Taster from the GALLIA Collection (quadruple plated). Made by the famous French CHRISTOFLE Silver Firm at a time when the quality of their work was outstanding. There are 4 clear French Christofle Silver Hallmarks with the early Christofle 'O Chess Knight C' + Prod. CHRISTOFLE + FRANCE + GALLIA. The taster is 3.25" in diameter & 4.25" to the end of the Thumb Rest not including the Thumb Rest & .75" Deep. Christofle reserved its finest work for its Gallia Collection. I have seen later copies of this Taster, Item # 2291743448 sold for $130. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are simply outstanding. No dents, nicks or repairs. |
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Finest Stering SILVER WINE TASTER, 'Émil Puiforcat' Paris SOLD TO VOOGT Large, heavy and very finely made French SILVER Wine Taster with an unique design. Weighs about 3 oz. (90 grams) in the finest .950 grade French Silver. There are a total of 5 French Silver Hallmarks, stamped on the underside of the Bowl we have 'Puiforcat Paris + Émile Puiforcat Silver Hallmark E canif P in a diamond lozenge + the French Minerve Head N°1 indicating the finest Silver, finer than Sterling. Also a small Silver Hallmark, Eagle's Head on the underside of the Thumb Rest. Diameter 3 3/8" x 4 3/8" Long x 7/8" deep. Note the wide Lip to prevent Spillage. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are extremely fine. Engraved with name of previous owner, Noëmi Rosine 14-12-54. |
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| 18th Century BURGUNDY WINE BOTTLE, Circa 1725 - simply, Impossible to find! An extra fine Handblown French Burgundy Wine BOTTLE, light as a feather. Very tiny Bubbles appear throughout. Base has an incredibly deep kick-up of about 3.75". 'Pontil' rough from being Handblown and then cut, NO chips, nicks or cracks. Color is a light Green/Brown. Bottom is clean and smooth. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. DIMENSIONS 11.75" Tall with Base Diameter of about 5". Very light in weight but wonderful in the Hand. Consider the Price today of a good bottle of Wine. When have you ever seen an 18th Century Bottle like this one? |
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GRIMALDI, Mario -Italian, Albissola, Mare Circa 1992 |
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| Antique Silver Table CENTERPIECE, Jardiniere by CHRISTOFLE/Gallia Circa 1930 Antique lovely Christofle Silver with green Glass Interieur Centerpiece or Jardinière, made by Christofle/Gallia. This is not a common model & often, the Interieur has been broken. Use it to decorate your Table or your Living Room with Flowers, a Plant &/or Fruit. Approx. Dimensions: 13.25" Long x 8" wide x 4.5" high. Hallmarked & numbered 5058. SEE another model on eBay as Item #7372541410 for $2,950.00 CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent considering its Age & Use. $565 Click here for more info |
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| Museum Quality 16th Century Period BUFFET, époque Renaissance - Expertisé IMPORTANT, Rare, Authentic RENAISSANCE 4 door Cabinet Circa 1580 from the Loire Valley. Buffet in 2 Parts, Museum Quality in Walnut Wood with finest Marquetry Front & Sides, consisting of Ivory, tinted Bone, Exotic colored woods & overall, decorated with Vases, Flowered Garlands and Birds. Cabinet is in 2 parts, 2 Doors Top & Bottom & 2 Drawers. Fabulous Bronze Mythological Sculpture in Cornice. DIMENSIONS are 84.25"x 63.8" x 52.17 " (214,cm x 162,cm x 132,5cm. Included is a French Independent Expert's Certificate of Authenticity. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. BUFFET DEUX CORPS d'une grande qualité, en noyer sculpté et marbre, le corps supérieur deux portes au panneau sculpté, le corps inférieur un tiroir et deux portes au panneau sculpté. Centré corniche d'une petite statue de Bronze à sujet Mythologique. Fiches, entrées de serrure et poignée de fer. Ile de France, XVIème Siècle. -See CHRISTIE'S PARIS Sale #5412 called CÉLIA Lot #357 SOLD for 72,000 Euros with Cornice missing = $87,000 http://www.christies.com/LotFinder/search/lotdetail.asp?intObjectID=4605263 PRICE on Request Click Here For More Info |
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'Anachronism' CIGAR BOX or 'Cave à Cigar' period Napoléon III Circa 1850-1870 Napoleon III Cigar Box or Cigar Humidor or Cave à Cigars with overall inlaid Oriental decoration in semi-precious stones, mother of pearl on 4 Sides and constructed out of Ebony wood. The workmanship of the Ebeniste who handmade this Humidor is unsurpassed in Quality and detailing. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Anachronism is something incongruous in the present. Look at the photos to see something simply unbelievable. 5 Cigar Trays 5.75" deep at Top & becoming 6.75" at bottom. Holds 60 Cigars in various sizes. 12.75" Wide x 9.25" Deep x 7.25" Tall. Locks & comes with its Bronze Key. PRICE
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| Collection of French Bronze, Silver TABLE BELLS, Antique Part of my Collection of Table Bells, various shapes, sizes, forms and mostly in Bronze, Silver. #12 is Mechanical, winds on the Base and Sounds when you press the Ivory Button. #9 is Bronze with an Ivory Button. #11 is in Bronze, form of a 19th Century Woman holding a sword behind her back. It was originally Cold Painted with traces remain. #6 is hung over a Door. #8 is a Napoléon III Bell. Please, do not ask for individual sizes. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent and each is in working condition. PRICES on Request - A Few are SOLD Click here for more info |
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Breathtaking Table Serving Dish, signed 'Ercuis' Paris period Art Deco Outstanding 'one of a kind' example of the work of the french silversmith. Both Decorative and functional. Use it for serving Fruit, Candy or whatever. The workmanship of the Base compares with the Finest work of any Artist. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. 'Ercuis' was smaller than Christofle and regarded as the finest in Europe, hence far more rare to find. Very heavy. Dimensions: Tray 10.0" Wide x 6.25" Tall x 5" between Dragons. PRICE
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Rare Musical 'CANNON' CIGAR HOLDER, Napoléon III Circa 1850-1870 RARE Musical Cannon which holds 7 Cigars in the Barrel together with a Barrel shaped Match Holder/Striker beside the Canon. KEY wind on bottom for Music. The Cannon was placed on the Dining Table at the end of a Meal and it was directed towards a Guest and by releasing the Trigger mechanism at the back of the Barrel, a Cigar is shot out of the Canon in the direction of the Guest. Match Striker found next to Barrel. Turning the Barrel Activates 1 of 2 Musical Tunes. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Everything works! Dimensions: 9' high & 10" long. Sorry, just SOLD to a Collector in France |
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CHRISTOFLE CLOCK, Model Louis XV - Original in the Musée Christofle - Rare | |
VIDAL, G. French Oil on Panel, signed 'G. Vidal' & Several other NEW PAINTINGS |
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| Pair of Sterling Silver SALT CELLARS with Crystal Interiors, 18th Century Fabulous decoration, massive Silver Continental Salt Cellars from the 18th Century. The overall design and workmanship leaves nothing to be desired. Each Salt rests on 4 Paw Feet, not feeble but well constructed. To find original Cobalt Blue Crystal interiors is in itself remarkable. Dimensions: 3" x 2.25" x 1.75". CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. PRICE on Request Click here for more info |
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| Antique 12pc FISH SERVICE, English SHEFFIELD Sterling Silver Fabulous Service for 6, 12 pcs including 6 Knives & 6 Forks in their original Oak Presentation Box. Dimensions Forks (18cm) 7" Long & Knives (20cm) 8" Long. Probably made Circa 1925 the Service is in remarkably fine condition. Beautifully decorated engraving on the knives and the forks. Handles in Ivory (or Bakelite). Sterling Hallmark impressed on each of the Rings (Viroles) of the Knives and Forks. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY excellent. $395 Click here for more info |
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| Double Silver & Baccarat Crystal Double SALT CELLARS Circa 1860 RARE Rare Double Silver Salt Cellars with their hand blown original Blue Baccarat Crystal interiors. Comes apart in 4 pcs and each is Hallmarked with the Minerve N°1 (1838) indicating its the finest French Silver, finer than Sterling (Reference is the Silver Book, "Tardy, Les poinçons d'argent @ P.199). The Silversmith, 'FRONTIN' of Paris Hallmarked it on the underside of the Stand. Practical for 2 Salts or 1 Salt & 1 Pepper. Heavy, weighing about 255 grams, just the Silver (about 8.5 ounces). DIMENSIONS about 7 1/8" Long by 7.25" Tall. PRICE on Request Click here for more info |
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| Fabulous 18 Sterling SILVER Individual ASPARAGUS HOLDERS, Napoléon III IMPOSSIBLE to find 18 solid French Silver Individual Asparagus Holders in their original handmade Presentation Box and in this Condition. Made by one of Paris's finest Silversmith's during the period of Napoléon III, 'TOURON', each Holder was Handcrafted and bears 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). As well, each Holder is Hallmarked by Touron. Practical as well as very Collectible. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY exceptional. PLEASE, consider the price for 1 plated silver Knife Rest by Gallia/Christofle, $150 $2,830.00 Click here for more info |
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| 'WMF' EGG CUP HOLDER Art Nouveau Period (1885-1919) Coquetier Argent Absolutely beautiful genuine WMF (Württembergische Metallwaren Fabrik) Art Nouveau EGG CUP. Widely known by its initials, WMF, the company preferred to create its own designs and so the main proportion of the beautiful creations in Art Nouveau style are from their own Art studio. Dimensions: 2.75" Tall and Weighing about 80 grams. Beautifuly made, heavy and Practical as well as very Collectible. I have used it as a GOBLET for whisky, liqueurs. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY excellent considering age and use. $129 Click here for more info |
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| Fabulous complete Set of 12 Art Deco French KNIFE RESTS Circa 1930 Rare to find compete Sets of 12 and in this Quality and Condition. On eBay one finds singles, pairs and sometimes 6. Heavy, 35 grams each, beautifully constructed and in near pristine condition. Dimensions: 3" Long x 1.5" Tall. No Repairs, Damage etc. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. $329 Click here for more info |
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| Sumptuous CHRISTOFLE BOUGEOIR, Chamberstick Circa 1870, Napoléon III Very large Antique heavy Bronze & Silver Chamberstick, made by the founder of Christofle, Charles Christofle, Circa 1870. Dimensions, 8" in Diameter & 8.25" Long. Impressed Silver Hallmarks for Christofle include "#1 & #0 + CHRISTOFLE + C Scales C + #1874816". There are scroll 19th Century Initials which add to the overall decoration. I have nearly every model made by Christofle. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. $495 Click here for more info |
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| Set of 3 CHRISTOFLE SALT CELLARS Circa 1870 Napoléon III Fabulous antique set of 3 heavy and beautifully decorated Silver Salt Cellars made by the founder of Christofle, Charles Christofle. Not easy to find one of these let alone 3. Normally, 3 Salt Cellars can easily serve 6-9 people at a Dinner. Interiors are heavy Blue Baccarat Crystal again nearly impossible to find today. I recently had to replace one and had it blown in Paris for a cost of nearly $190. Each Salt Cellar is well hallmarked and numbered. $475 Click here for more info |
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Silvered Bronze CANDLESTICK Napoléon III (1850-1870) Stunning solid Bronze & Silver Handmade French XIXth Century CANDLESTICK with its original 'Bobèches' or drip guard. Overall detail is extraordinary. Quite heavy and in remarkable condition & very high quality Silver. CONDITION & QUALITY are outstanding considering age and use. Dimensions: 8.5" Tall x 4" Diameter at base x 6.5" across the Bobèches. Signed by the Silversmith with impressed initial in the Base, "J C". $395 |
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| BEGBIE, David (English) 20th Century, Unique Sculpture Born in England in 1956, David studied at Winchester & Cheltenham School of art. He took a fancy immediately to working in industrial gavlvanised steel mesh. This sculpture, untitled, was executed in 1984 when David was 28 years of age and was exhibited that year in a one-man exhibition held at the Brompton Gallery, Knightsbridge, London & the Salama-Caro Gallery, London. David produced the "Crucifix" sculpture for Winchester Cathedral in 1988. Signed & Dated on the base "David Begbie '84" this Sculpture is painted steel wire mesh on a wooden base. Dimensions: 30" x 14" x 9" (76,3cm x 23cm) including the base. Incredible & unique work of Art. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Begbie is known throughout the world & sells well at auction. He has won numerous prizes and has been granted numerous awards and has had inumerable exhibitions. One of his pieces was exhibited on the front cover of 'ARts Review" London on January 20, 1984. $4775 Click here for more info |
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| Art Deco PORCELAIN & Sterling Silver VASE, Circa 1910-1939 Japanese Porcelain VASE decorated in multi-color porcelain with Sterling Silver overlay. Note the quality of the 'Basket Weave' around the Neck & BAse of the Vase. Dimensions 10" Tall x 2 3/8" diameter at the Top x 3 1/8" diameter at the Base. The Photos were taken in natural sunlight so the colors are true. Note the extraordinary detail used by the Artist to weave the Silver onto an already fabulous Porcelain Vase. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. $525 Click here for more info |
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| Antinque CHINESE Blanc de Chine Porcelain SCULPTURE of 'KUAN YIN' Absolutely wonderful Sculpture of the Chinese Goddess, 'Kuan Yin' in Blanc de Chine porcelain. Kuan Yin is beautifully depicted in her flowing Robe with Sash, decorated all over. She is carrying a large Pot of Flowers and wearing the loveliest bouquet in her hair. Dimensions 14" Tall x 4" Wide at the Base x 3" Deep. The Photos were taken in natural sunlight so the colors are true. Note the extraordinary detail of each Finger, Hand, Flower, etc... CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. $395 Click here for more info |
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| Art Deco French 2pc Silver ASPARAGUS Tray or Platter 1930-1930) Antique French 2pc ASPARAGUS PLATTER with Drip Tray. Silversmith's Hallmarks, 'BB' + 18g Impressed on the underside of the Handle. Silversmith is 'BERGER' Paris, Reference, see P. 61 Dictionnaire des Poinçons, Orfèverie. Heavy Platter with Drip Insert to keep Asparagus from touching the Platter and softening by the Water. The CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY of the Tray, Stand and overall Art Deco design are outstanding. Dimensions:17.5 " Long & 9.5" Wide & Weighs 1200 grams $375 Click here for more info |
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RARE 18th Century Bronze 1/4 hour REPEATER |
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| Art Deco Table LAMP with TROUT jumping out of Water Circa 1910 LAMP in the form of a TROUT jumping out of the Water. French Art Deco period, original Sculpture in fine porcelain and Rock Crystal. The Water is depicted by a block of Rock Crystal inset into a porcelain base. The crystal lights up, and the Fish glistens as though just emerging from the water. Trout comes apart from the base & the trout fits onto a metal pedestal on the base. Dimensions of Trout, 11" Long & whole Lamp is about 12" tall, and its base is about 8.5" by 4.5". The detail is extraordinary, even the 'Teeth' of the fish. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. $475 Click here for more info |
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| Rare French BRONZE SCULPTURE by JACQUOT dated 1854 Large, heavy Bronze Sculpture signed 'Jacquot' and dated 1854. The Allegorical subject is most interesting. The artist creates 3 young Cherubs representing the ARTS, PAINTING, ARCHITECTURE & MUSIC with all three Cherubs in the same torso. This idea and the extremely fine and delicate execution of this Bronze highlights the great ability & importance of this Artist. Patina is excellent. Dimensions: 22,5cm (8.9") and weighs about 2lbs. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. $485 Click here for more info |
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CORSI, E - Italian, Painting on Porcelain, 'Romeo & Juliet' |
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| SALAD SERVERS, Art Deco French Sterling Silver Circa 1930 Wonderful 1930's Set of Servers for Salad. Note the unusual design for the Fork and corresponding Spoon. 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. Serving Ends are in Gilded Silver (18K gold) or vermeil. Comes in its original Box. CONDITION WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are pristine. Dimensions: $440 Click here for more info |
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| Fabulous STERLING SILVER EVENING BAG circa 1880 Exquisite Handmade XIXth Century French Solid Silver Evening Bag or Purse. Clasp inset with Blue Saphire stones. Heavy, weighing about 275 grams (9 ounces massive silver). Rare to find these bags in 'pristine' condition and all Silver. Hinge is perfect and purse closes tightly. The interior has 2 compartments separated by an interior silver frame. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. The Silverwork was done by hand and not machine punched. Silver Hallmarks + Silversmith's marks. Dimensions: 5.25" Tall x 5.25" Wide & the Chain is 11" long and substantial. Very difficult to photograph. $475 Click here for more info |
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| Charles H. CAMOIN (1879-1965) French Impressionist Master "Nature Morte au Bouquet" circa 1953 signed lower left 'Ch Camoin'. Oil
on Canvas 36.25" x 28.75" (73cm x 92 cm) Illustrated in the Dictionary of his work prepared by Danièle Giraudy P.224
as #911. Painted in Saint-Tropez, 1953. Framed in a hand carved wood Antique frame. Authenticity guaranteed. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. PRICE on Request |
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| FISH SERVER, French Circa 1819 ( Magnifique Pelle à Poisson en Argent Massif) Magnificent Fish Server, Pelle à Poisson, RARE in the finest French Silver and entirely handmade. There is no better engraving or quality. There are 4 clearly stamped French Hallmarks. The earliest is from the 'Association of Silversmiths' 1793 + P for Paris + Vieillard (1819-1838) + 'Coq ataquant' in a Rectangle + 'Tête de Minerve' turned Right for Paris. Hallmarked as well by the Silversmith, Maître Orfèvre are "A * C + C below + Crown" in a Diamond Lozenge. Practical & Decorative. Massive Moulding and extremely fine Fretwork Decoration. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Handle is solid. Length: 12.5" (32,5 cm) Weight: 130 grs or 4 ounces. Compare #6506404514. $595 Click here for more info |
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| Napoléon III Period PEN HOLDER in Bronze Bronze Desk PEN HOLDER for 5 Pens mounted on a beautiful Wood Base. The Bronze is engraved with a classical design all over. Dimensions- 4" Wide x 6.25" Long x 6" Tall. Green felt pad on bottom protects desk from scratching. Any contemporary Pen will fit the Rack which is 4" Long. I do have an antique straight Pen that fits. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. $385 Click here for more info |
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| LETTER OPENERS, 5 Different -Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Silver, Bronze, Ivory, Gilt Here are 5 of my Letter Openers varying in Material and age. Click the Photo to see all 5. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. I do have other models available. PRICES on Request Click here for more info |
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| Pair of SALERONS (Salt CELLARS) French, Circa 1819 One of the earliest & most Sumptuous pair of Salt Cellars I have ever seen in massive Silver with Blue Crystal Liners. Each Salt has 4 Silver Hallmarks; the French 'Vieillard' Silver Hallmark indicating its the finest French Silver, finer than Sterling, (Reference is the Silver Book, "Tardy, Les poinçons d'argent @ P.199) used Circa 1819 & Hallmarked as well by the Silversmith, the Letters du Maître Orfèvre are "J *S Lion B" in a Diamond lozenge; 'Cèrés' in a Circle and a 'Crabe'. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Very heavy, weighing about 275 grams (9 oz). Dimensions: Diameter: 3 " x 2.75 Tall. Most certainly created during the Period of Charles X (1824-1830) PRICE on Request Click here for more info |
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| CHRISTOFLE Silver SAUCIERE, Sauce Pan, Art Deco (1920-1935) Wonderful looking, heavy and very practical Sauce Pan & Server (Saucière) made by Christofle Paris. Designed for pouring from each end, you can separate and allow the Service of either the thick or the thin Sauce or 'Gras'. May be used as a brandy warmer. Stamped 'Christofle France' + 'Collection Gallia'. Dimensions: Bowl 8.1" Long x 4.5" Wide x 2.5" High or Deep x 6" long Handle. Handle is not loose. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. $375 Click here for more info |
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WINE TASTERS, 4 Rare Antique SILVER/Gold -Tiffany, Hermes, Christofle Listed under 'Wine Objects' you will find these 4 incredible Wine Tasters in Solid Silver, XIXth Century and made by then and today, the most esteemed Silversmiths in France. Click on the photo at the left to enlarge. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY of each is outstanding. PRICES on Request |
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12 CHRISTOFLE Gallia KNIFE RESTS, Circa 1930 Rare and complete Boxed set of 12 different animal knife rests from Christofle, France & signed GALLIA. Each animal is individually cast and Silver-Plated and each was fashioned as a Cubist Animal by the renowned French Sculptor/Designer Edouard SANDOZ. They were created in the late 1920's for "Christofle's Gallia" line for use in the First Class dining room of the S.S. Normandie Ocean Liner. With the Gallia Mark, which was reserved for the more Avant Garde design range of Christofle, this set is even more desirable. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. Compare quality & price of a single Animal Knife Rest @ $150 each items #7371073330, #6178571742 To see what 'fake' sets sell for, see item #3736280276 PRICE on Request Click here for more info |
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| ASPARAGUS SERVERS - Part of my Collection Difficult to find, ASPARAGUS SERVERS in solid Silver and plated Silver from my collection. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. Dimensions: vary so ask me about the one you are interested in. PRICES on Request Click here for more info |
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| ART NOUVEAU period Silver & Vermeil SALTS & SPOONS , Circa 1890 Magnificent, rare & complete set of high quality, heavy Salt Cellars with their original Spoons and Liners in 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 G.C. Interiors of salt cellars are in silvergilt or vermeil. Comes in its original Box. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding. Dimensions: Height: 1.5" (4cm) Length: 2.36" (6 cm) Weight: 215 grs. To replace 1 crystal interior costs $200 in Paris today. PRICE on Request Click here for more info |
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JAEGER-LeCOULTRE 8 Day Desk or Table Clock, Circa 1940 |
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8 DAY BALL WATCH, with original Bronze EAGLE Support -quite RARE |
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| BOOK / PAGE MARK, Antique French Sterling SILVER & Ivory Beautifully designed in real antique IVORY with SILVER Mounts, well detailed and very practical is this PAGE Marker as well as being quite unique. French Silver Hallmark, 'Sanglier' or Wild Boar. Comes in its original Presentation Box and Silk Ribbon. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding as is the Box. Dimensions: 5" long x 7/8" wide and the Box is 5.75" long. $395 Click here for more info |
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| Art Nouveau Period solid SILVER ICE CREAM, Desert Service Circa 1880 Art Nouveau massive SILVER & Gilt 2 piece Desert Service for Ice Cream or Cake. Blades of the Spoon and Knife Gilded (real Gold) and beautifully engraved with the Handles in raised relief and overall, Art Nouveau design. Finer than Sterling, Hallmarked clearly with the French Minerve N°1 & Silversmiths Marks 'A Edelweiss L', Lefebvre, Adrien 4, rue Chapon, Paris. P.58 Hallmark Dictionary. Dimensions: Knife 10.5" long, Spoon 10" long. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP and QUALITY are exceptional. No initials. Weight: 260 grams. $450 Click here for more info |
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| Antique massive SILVER GOTHIC SPOON Wonderfully detailed very ornate and heavy Gothic style Spoon with an helmeted Warrior's head with 'Knights' wearing a face plate and without the face plate. Continental Silver. Dimensions: 7.5" long. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent. Back of the Spoon is beautifully decorated with an engraved 'Coat of Arms & Crown'. Weight: 75 grams. Decorative, collectible and quite useful. $215 Click here for more info |
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| PAIR of English Sheffield WINE COASTERS, Circa 1840 - RARE Matched Pair of Antique Sheffield Wine Coasters made in England during the early part of the reign of Queen Victoria circa 1840. This really is a magnificent pair of Wine Coasters, decorated with a bold grape and vine motif. They have turned wood bases with a silver button in the centre for a crest or initials but never engraved. Dimensions: 5.75" in diameter and 2.5" high. Antique Sheffield is the early form of Silver plating before electricity was invented. It is made of copper with sheets of pure silver fused onto the top and bottom by heat. The article is then made in the same way as a piece of silver. In this case, the grapes and vines are made as a solid Silver shell, which is filled with lead to give it weight and substance. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are extremely fine considering age and use. $445 |
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| Antique Sterling SILVER PLACECARD Name HOLDERS, Japanese - RARE Extremely fine, well detailed Handmade complete PLACE CARD HOLDER service for 12 in massive Silver, quality finer than Sterling. Each Name Holder or Placecard Holder is different and each has both the 'STERLING' & the '950' impressed Silver Hallmarks. The Silver is equivalent to the finest French Minerve Silver. Click photos for larger version. Dimensions: about 2" high. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. Decorative and quite useful. $755 Click here for more info |