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Initial Js

Pair of Hunting Dogs at Rest; artist unknown, French, Mid-19th century
Located in SANTA FE, NM
rest amongst their tools of the trade; in this case a gun and a satchel with the initials "JS." On
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1830s Romantic Animal Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

"Rail Yard" Urban Industrial WPA American Scene Drawing NYC Mid-Century
By Joseph Solman
Located in New York, NY
"Rail Yard" Urban Industrial WPA American Scene Drawing NYC Mid-Century. Initialed "JS" upper right
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1930s American Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Gouache

Victorian John Hunt & Robert Roskell Sterling Silver Cream Jug
By Robert Roskell, Alan Roskell & John Mortimer Hunt
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the contemporary engraved initials 'JS'. This fine example of Victorian silverware is fitted with
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

WPA American Scene Modernism 20th Century NYC Industrial "Cellar with Horseshoe"
By Joseph Solman
Located in New York, NY
(1909-2008) "Cellar with Horseshoe," 16 x 20 inches, oil on canvas circa 1938, initialed "JS" lower left
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1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Oil Painting Interior Scene Chair w Chinese Rug Joseph Solman American Art WPA
By Joseph Solman
Located in Surfside, FL
Joseph Solman (1909-2008), Chair with Chinese Rug, oil paint on masonite, initialed JS on recto
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20th Century Modern Interior Paintings

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Oil, Board

Mockery / - Desk Perpetrators -
By Josef Scharl
Located in Berlin, DE
the initials “JS”, identified lower left in lead as copy no. 30 / 30 and signed in lead by Alois
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1930s Expressionist Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper

Mockery / - Desk Perpetrators -
Mockery / - Desk Perpetrators -
$457
H 24.81 in W 18.12 in D 0.4 in
1968 mystery, Venice Italy Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Saint Marks Square, Venice. The painting seems to be initialed GS or JS not entirely sure. Painting
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1960s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Oil

Recent Sales

Midcentury Clay and Glazed Sculpture of a Woman, Jerzy Sacha, Poland, 1970s
Located in Warsaw, PL
artist. Signed by the initials of the author of "JS" (photo). Jerzy Sacha is the author of numerous
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Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Clay

Lilly of the Valley Jade Rock Crystal Diamond Gold Vintage Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
assay mark for the 4th gold standard, 585 gold mark (14K), and maker’s initials ‘JS’. Length 76 mm (3
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Brooches

19th century continental mahogany maritime chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
initials js 1934 suggest this was passed down through the family. Inside the lid is a beautifully painted
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Blanket Chests

Materials

Mahogany, Paint

Antique Oil Painting Of Jerusalem Ascent to Old City Walls
Located in Surfside, FL
This s an older piece signed with initials by artist JS. I would date this as late 19th Century or
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Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Oil

Antique Oil Painting Of Jerusalem Ascent to Old City Walls
Located in Surfside, FL
This s an older piece signed with initials by artist JS. I would date this as late 19th Century or
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Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Oil

19th Century Cutler's Stool or Side Table
Located in Houston, TX
factories such as Sheffield's. Initials of JS (?) carved into the seat. Great patina.
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Antique 19th Century English Side Tables

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Wood

Rookwood Standard Glaze Vase Holly Pattern, Artist Jeanette Swing
By Rookwood Pottery Co.
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Rookwood pottery standard glaze vase in mint condition. Marked with the Rookwood mark, JS artist’s
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Early 20th Century Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Handwoven Tapestry by John Smith
By John Smith
Located in Palm Springs, CA
satin black lacquer wood frame. JS initials are woven on the right lower corner. Dimensions: 75
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Antique Decorative Fire Screen, French, Brass, Fireside Heat Shield, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
tavern patrons engage in a merry dance Marked to corners with the initials JS and the French Déposé mark
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Antique Late 19th Century French Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

20th Century John Sherrif American Studio Mixed Wood Writing Desk and Chair
Located in Morristown, NJ
with gallery of drawers and cubbies, initialed "JS" on back. The desk surface folds out to form an
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Vintage 1980s American American Craftsman Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fabric, Ebony, Mahogany, Walnut

19th Century continental mahogany maritime chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
initials js 1934 suggest this was passed down through the family. Inside the lid is a beautifully painted
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Blanket Chests

Materials

Mahogany, Paint

10 Karat Gold Onyx Inlay Cleveland 1948 High School Traditional Graduation Ring
Located in Milford, DE
the face Hallmarks: VRD CO, 10K, JS (initials of previous owner) The onyx inlay has moderate
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Late 20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 10k Gold

French Foldable Hand-Carved Wood Easel with Cross and Initials ‘JS’, Early 1900s
Located in Petaluma, CA
, including a cross at the top and the initials JS. It folds flat for easy transport. Possibly used in a
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Easels

Materials

Wood

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French, Mid-Century View of a Port dated "59"
Located in SANTA FE, NM
View of a Port "59" French Modernist School Oil on canvas Illegibly signed. l.r., dated "59" 28 3/4 x 23 3/4 (30 x 25 frame) inches A positively brilliant, Modernist view of a Frenc...
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1950s Modern Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

French, Mid-Century View of a Port dated "59"
French, Mid-Century View of a Port dated "59"
$4,140 Sale Price
20% Off
H 25 in W 30 in
The Vanguard Series Nr. X: A Collection of Postwar European Abstractions
Located in London, GB
"The Vanguard Series Nr. X: A Collection of Postwar European Abstractions", oil on board, unsigned (circa 1950s–70s). A compelling body of work emerging from the forgotten studios an...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Board

Pastoral Landscape Under a Dramatic Sky Horse Munching on Grass Oil Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Pastoral Landscape French Post Impressionist, mid 20th century indistinctly signed oil on board, unframed Board : 12 x 15.5 inches Provenance: private collection, France Condition: ...
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"PaperLandscape" Abstract Paint , Original Art on Canvas made in Italy
By Marilina Marchica
Located in Agrigento, AG
Title: PaperLandscape – 40x50 cm – Mixed Media on Canvas Year: 2019 Support: Stretched canvas on wooden frame, depth 3.5 cm, ready to hang, no frame required. Technique: Hand-painted...
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Handmade Paper

The Gentlemen's Clubs of London (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This book takes a fascinating look into nearly 50 clubs in London and with more than 400 specially commissioned photographs shows a way of life that still plays a part in the daily l...
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Antique 19th Century Books

Materials

Paper

The Gentlemen's Clubs of London (Book)
The Gentlemen's Clubs of London (Book)
$450
H 12 in W 9 in D 1.13 in
Clementine Bright & Pear Green Speckled Pocket Painting 2, diptych, original
By Dani Humberstone
Located in Deddington, GB
Pocket Bright Clementine 2c (canvas size 5x5cm) is an original oil painting by Dani Humberstone as part of her Pocket painting series featuring small scale realistic oil paintings, w...
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2010s Contemporary Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

The 'Brokkr' forged steel martini table
Located in Malton, GB
This is our 'Brokkr' martini table. Made right here in Yorkshire by Sam our blacksmith from forged steel. Every detail is beaten and shaped by hand from the patina on the table to th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Side Tables

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Steel

The 'Brokkr' forged steel martini table
The 'Brokkr' forged steel martini table
$1,736 / item
H 24.81 in Dm 12.21 in
Chic 'Méandre' Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 'Méandre'™ dark bronze side chair by Design Frères®. Chic and understated.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Chic 'Méandre' Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
Chic 'Méandre' Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
$2,900 / item
H 32 in W 17 in D 19 in
"At Last Light" (2025) Landscape, Original Oil Painting, Brilliant Sunset
Located in Denver, CO
Devin Michael Roberts' (US based) "At Last Light" is an oil painting depicting a a brilliant sunset. Artist bio/statement: Devin Michael Roberts is an American Contemporary realist...
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2010s Landscape Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Pair of Early 19th Century Carved Court Jesters Figural Carvings
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A very fine pair of early 19th century carved figures, of Court Jesters These bearded gentlemen have been superbly carved in the finest detail, they original came from a piece of ea...
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Antique Early 19th Century English Country Figurative Sculptures

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Walnut

Victorian Period Wood Artist's Easel
Located in London, GB
This beautiful artist’s easel was created in England in circa 1900, in the early 20th century. The easel is of tripod form, being set on three supports. Its feet and top are scrolled...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Easels

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Wood

Victorian Period Wood Artist's Easel
Victorian Period Wood Artist's Easel
$6,251
H 83.47 in W 35.44 in D 30.71 in
Garden Fountain from, Mid-20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
GARDEN FOUNTAIN OF THE HALF OF THE XX CENTURY DECORATIVE GARDEN FOUNTAIN FROM THE 50'S IN STONE OR SIMILAR. IT IS COMPOSED OF 3 PARTS. IT IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION IN GENERAL. MEASU...
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Vintage 1950s Fountains

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Sandstone

Garden Fountain from, Mid-20th Century
Garden Fountain from, Mid-20th Century
$5,258
H 61.42 in W 30.71 in D 28.75 in
Cool Marshes
By John Young
Located in Atlanta, GA
John Young was born in Wangqing City, Jilin Province, China in 1970. As a Korean-Chinese artist, His Korean name is Jeon Young Wook and his official Chinese name is Quan Yong Xu. His...
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2010s Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Cool Marshes
Cool Marshes
$2,600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 48 in W 47 in
#220, Abstract, Photography, Painting, Expressionism
By Joachim Schmeisser
Located in München, BY
Unique piece in this size More sizes and an Essay from Lyle Rexer about this series on request. Joachim Schmeisser’s work rescues photography from the centuries-old straightjacket ...
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Pigment

Costantinopoli by Vito Nesta for Les Ottomans, Set of 6 Dessert Plates #2
By Les Ottomans
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Elevate your dessert presentation with our set of 6 porcelain plates from the Costantinopoli collection, designed by the renowned Vito Nesta. Each plate features intricate designs in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Quiet, Original Painting
By Ruth LaGue
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Set against an expansive yellow field, a cluster of white farmhouses stands at ease near the horizon. The scene whispers of silence, space, and distance. The co...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Interior Paintings

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Acrylic

Quiet, Original Painting
Quiet, Original Painting
$1,625
H 24 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
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Initial Js For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of initial js is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and mahogany, all initial js available were constructed with great care. Initial js have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Initial js made by Arts and Crafts designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made initial js over the years, but those made by Della Robbia Pottery, Joseph Sankey & Sons and Robert Roskell, Alan Roskell & John Mortimer Hunt are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Initial Js?

Initial js can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,046, while the lowest priced sells for $350 and the highest can go for as much as $75,000.