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Collection of 19th c. Mortise Marking Guages
Collection of 19th c. Mortise Marking Guages

Collection of 19th c. Mortise Marking Guages

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Collection of 19th century Rosewood and Boxwood mortise marking gauges with bronze knobs and accents. One is stamped "Pat.

Category

19th Century Industrial Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

Hand-Painted Sèvres Porcelain Biscuit Jar with Marking
Hand-Painted Sèvres Porcelain Biscuit Jar with Marking

Hand-Painted Sèvres Porcelain Biscuit Jar with Marking

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Milano, IT

Immerse yourself in timeless art with this exceptional biscuit jar made of exquisite Sèvres porcelain. The Sèvres mark on the base confirms its authenticity and origin from one of th...

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

A Large Antique "Trog" w/ Markings, Scandinavia c. 1700s
A Large Antique "Trog" w/ Markings, Scandinavia c. 1700s

A Large Antique "Trog" w/ Markings, Scandinavia c. 1700s

Located in Hønefoss, 30

Antique Scandinavian Trog A hand-carved trog in aged burled wood, likely Norwegian, 18th or 19th century. The single lug handle with its oval cutout is a hallmark of Scandinavian fo...

Category

18th Century Norwegian Primitive Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

19th c Antique Wood Log Marking Tool Hammer on base
19th c Antique Wood Log Marking Tool Hammer on base

19th c Antique Wood Log Marking Tool Hammer on base

Located in Linkebeek, BE

19th c Antique Wood Log Marking Tool Hammer on base Antique - Decoration - 19th Measures : Hammer : Ø 12,5cm Total : 22x21cm H:44cm Matrials : Iron - Wood

Category

19th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Iron

Rare Antique Askos Jug Sterling Silver with markings 1800's
Rare Antique Askos Jug Sterling Silver with markings 1800's

Rare Antique Askos Jug Sterling Silver with markings 1800's

Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB

Vary Rare Sterling Silver askos jug, a specific style of antique pitcher. It is modeled to resemble an ancient Greek vessel made from an animal skin bag, which was traditionally used...

Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Sterling Silver

British Chalk Sketch of A Young Horse with White Markings
British Chalk Sketch of A Young Horse with White Markings

British Chalk Sketch of A Young Horse with White Markings

By John Rabone Harvey

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

John Rabone Harvey ( 1966 - 1922) graphic and chalk deep green artist paper , unframed artist paper : 5.5 x 7 inches Provenance: private collection Condition: very good condition Ha...

Category

Mid-19th Century Realist Antique Markings

Materials

Chalk, Graphite

Plaster Model of Male Bust with Markings, France, 19th Century
Plaster Model of Male Bust with Markings, France, 19th Century

Plaster Model of Male Bust with Markings, France, 19th Century

Located in Kastrup, DK

Preliminary study for marble carving with markings for the stonemason. France, 1850-1880. A very decorative piece.

Category

Late 19th Century French Other Antique Markings

Materials

Plaster

Paris Porcelain Small Urn Basic with Gold Decoration and Old Markings
Paris Porcelain Small Urn Basic with Gold Decoration and Old Markings

Paris Porcelain Small Urn Basic with Gold Decoration and Old Markings

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic Paris Porcelain Small Urn Bowl with Gold Details. Old Blue Sward mark on bottom and bronze metal bolt attaching the top a bottom pieces of the urn. Add some Classic French St...

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century French Silver Baptism Timbale with Raised Cross, Minerva Marking
19th Century French Silver Baptism Timbale with Raised Cross, Minerva Marking

19th Century French Silver Baptism Timbale with Raised Cross, Minerva Marking

Located in Dallas, TX

This antique French silver timbale was crafted circa 1860 and bears the official tête de Minerve poinçon, confirming solid silver of at least 800 purity. The form is classic and eleg...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Silver, Vermeil

French Handblown Glass Bell Jar Display, Wooden Stand, marking Arc de Triomphe
French Handblown Glass Bell Jar Display, Wooden Stand, marking Arc de Triomphe

French Handblown Glass Bell Jar Display, Wooden Stand, marking Arc de Triomphe

Located in Langenfeld (Rheinland), DE

The wooden stand bears historical markings, including depictionsof the Arc de Triomphe and other iconic Parisian landmarks, making it a unique Parisian find.

Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Markings

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Pair of art nouveau Mettlach pottery vases with incised markings to underside
Pair of art nouveau Mettlach pottery vases with incised markings to underside

Pair of art nouveau Mettlach pottery vases with incised markings to underside

By Mettlach

Located in San Francisco, CA

each double-handled urn painted with meandering foliate design on a blue-gray ground; with incised marks to the underside

Category

Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic

Trimph Der Venus Royal Vienna Platter Framed Signed and W Bee Hive Marking
Trimph Der Venus Royal Vienna Platter Framed Signed and W Bee Hive Marking

Trimph Der Venus Royal Vienna Platter Framed Signed and W Bee Hive Marking

Located in Stamford, CT

A Vienna style porcelain burgundy-ground tray, 'triumph Der Venus' late 19th century, blue beehive mark, signed bergère Pinh. The oblong octagonal tray painted with Venus rising from...

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Late 19th Century Antique Markings

Early Map of Australasia, Marking The Route of Abel Tasman in 1642 'Publ. 1726'
Early Map of Australasia, Marking The Route of Abel Tasman in 1642 'Publ. 1726'

Early Map of Australasia, Marking The Route of Abel Tasman in 1642 'Publ. 1726'

Located in Langweer, NL

Rare and early map of Australasia, marking the route of Abel Tasman's voyage from Mauritius to Batavia in 1642, on which he discovered Tasmania and New Zealand and proved that Austra...

Category

1720s Dutch Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

"March on Rome, " Bronze with Male Nudes Marking the 1922 Fascist Rise to Power
"March on Rome, " Bronze with Male Nudes Marking the 1922 Fascist Rise to Power

"March on Rome, " Bronze with Male Nudes Marking the 1922 Fascist Rise to Power

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A remarkable example of Art Deco sculpture-cum-propaganda art, this bronze panel -- unique to our knowledge -- was sculpted by Giovanni Battista Tedeschi to mark the rise of fascism ...

Category

1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), Kansler, 1913
Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), Kansler, 1913

Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), Kansler, 1913

By David Blomberg, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)

Located in Hammarö, SE

Furniture retaining its original NK inventory markings is increasingly sought after by collectors, interior designers, and connoisseurs, as these markings strengthen authenticity and...

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Markings

Materials

Mahogany

French Louis XV st. Tortoiseshell & Ormolu clock, signed Spaulding & Co, Paris
French Louis XV st. Tortoiseshell & Ormolu clock, signed Spaulding & Co, Paris

French Louis XV st. Tortoiseshell & Ormolu clock, signed Spaulding & Co, Paris

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The white enameled clock face above displays Roman numeral hour markings and Arabic minute markings with delicate pierced foliate hands and a mottled bezel with an elegant double twi...

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Markings

Materials

Ormolu

Bronze Bronze
Bronze Bronze

Bronze Bronze

Located in London, England

Heavy bronze handles riveted to the wide rim. Simple line markings as decoration. France 1900s H 35cm x Ø 48cm

Category

19th Century French Other Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

Provincial French Carved Wood Bench
Provincial French Carved Wood Bench

Provincial French Carved Wood Bench

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original wood finish shows nice age, markings, and patina, see photos.

Category

1920s French French Provincial Antique Markings

Materials

Oak

Antique German Pewter Tankards, early 19th century. Set of 4.
Antique German Pewter Tankards, early 19th century. Set of 4.

Antique German Pewter Tankards, early 19th century. Set of 4.

Located in Asaa, DK

Acorn shaped thumb piece, 1L marking. Eagle stamp on the handle. Narrow: 12 x 14 x 23.5 cm.

Category

Early 19th Century German Baroque Antique Markings

Materials

Pewter

The Works Of Ben Jonson. 9 VOLUMES - 1816 - IN A FINE BINDING!
The Works Of Ben Jonson. 9 VOLUMES - 1816 - IN A FINE BINDING!

The Works Of Ben Jonson. 9 VOLUMES - 1816 - IN A FINE BINDING!

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

CONDITION: Inner and outer hinges fine, head and foot of spines fine, internally clean and bright, no previous ownership markings or bookplate, a VERY GOOD set.

Category

1810s British Antique Markings

Materials

Leather

Oak Vitrine in Original Patina
Oak Vitrine in Original Patina

Oak Vitrine in Original Patina

Located in High Point, NC

Vitrines were designed to display prized possessions, marking a shift toward more curated domestic interiors.

Category

1880s French Antique Markings

Materials

Oak

Antique English Pewter Tankards, 18th century. Set of 4.
Antique English Pewter Tankards, 18th century. Set of 4.

Antique English Pewter Tankards, 18th century. Set of 4.

Located in Asaa, DK

A measure with a hammerhead thumb piece. Without markings. Patina consistent with age and use. The price is for all four pewter tankards and flagons.

Category

18th Century English Baroque Antique Markings

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco Vienna Ring Tray With Bronze Cockatoo Parat, 1920
Art Deco Vienna Ring Tray With Bronze Cockatoo Parat, 1920

Art Deco Vienna Ring Tray With Bronze Cockatoo Parat, 1920

Located in Esbjerg, DK

It does not have any markings. Measurements: H: 14 cm, Diameter: 10,5 cm.

Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Early Cast Metal Desk Lamp by Linolite
Early Cast Metal Desk Lamp by Linolite

Early Cast Metal Desk Lamp by Linolite

Located in Dekalb, IL

Embossed manufacturer markings remain visible. Tested and functioning at the time of cataloging.

Category

Early 20th Century American Mission Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze, Cast Iron

Fire Gilded Bronze Cockatoo with Glass Eyes probably French Early 1900's
Fire Gilded Bronze Cockatoo with Glass Eyes probably French Early 1900's

Fire Gilded Bronze Cockatoo with Glass Eyes probably French Early 1900's

Located in Highwood, IL

We have noticed similar cast bronze Cockatoo's that were made in France, but without any markings there is no way that we can safely guarantee where the gold=gilt Cockatoo was origin...

Category

1910s Antique Markings

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Large Bronze Bas Relief Danse Macabre Expressionist Sculpture Totentantz
Large Bronze Bas Relief Danse Macabre Expressionist Sculpture Totentantz

Large Bronze Bas Relief Danse Macabre Expressionist Sculpture Totentantz

Located in Surfside, FL

We have not located any markings on the piece and it does not appear to be signed. it bears similarities with works by Wilfredo Lam and other Cuban and Latin American masters and it ...

Category

Early 20th Century Expressionist Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

FITZGERALD, Edward (Edmund Dulac). Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. FIRST TRADE EDITION
FITZGERALD, Edward (Edmund Dulac). Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. FIRST TRADE EDITION

FITZGERALD, Edward (Edmund Dulac). Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. FIRST TRADE EDITION

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

CONDITION: Inner and outer hinges fine, head and foot of spine fine, internally clean and bright, no previous ownership markings or bookplate, A FINE COPY.

Category

Early 1900s British Antique Markings

Materials

Leather

Hermes 1980's Haut à Courroies Hac 55 Birkin Veau Courchevel Travel Duffle Bag
Hermes 1980's Haut à Courroies Hac 55 Birkin Veau Courchevel Travel Duffle Bag

Hermes 1980's Haut à Courroies Hac 55 Birkin Veau Courchevel Travel Duffle Bag

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

The exterior is very clean, the bag has a small abrasion on the back towards the bottom and light markings on the sangles, these are highlighted with red arrows.

Category

19th Century French Antique Markings

Antique Peruvian Seed Pot, Brown Stoneware, Pre-Columbian Style, 1800
Antique Peruvian Seed Pot, Brown Stoneware, Pre-Columbian Style, 1800

Antique Peruvian Seed Pot, Brown Stoneware, Pre-Columbian Style, 1800

Located in Fall River, MA

Stunning brown ceramic antique seed pot with etched markings. Likely Peruvian. Measures 10" tall and 9" across.

Category

Early 19th Century Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Markings

Materials

Stoneware

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Curb Bracelet With Victorian Night & Day Heart Padlock
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Curb Bracelet With Victorian Night & Day Heart Padlock

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Curb Bracelet With Victorian Night & Day Heart Padlock

Located in Brighton, GB

Each link is stamped with a 9ct marking on the reverse side. The heart padlock clasp adds a touch of sophistication, decorated with a paisley pattern and is also stamped with a 9ct m...

Category

Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Markings

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

"Still Life with Flowers"
"Still Life with Flowers"

"Still Life with Flowers"

Located in Edinburgh, GB

This tall composition is organised around a slender yellow-green vase whose irregular dark markings echo the branching stems above. A varied bouquet of cream, coral, red, blue, and y...

Category

19th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Early 20th Century French Wooden Grape Crate
Early 20th Century French Wooden Grape Crate

Early 20th Century French Wooden Grape Crate

Located in High Point, NC

The weathered texture and faded markings hint at its storied past, while the sturdy iron handles suggest its readiness for new stories in your home.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

Antique German Sterling Silver Teacaddy Neresheimer Sohnes Berthold Muller 1900
Antique German Sterling Silver Teacaddy Neresheimer Sohnes Berthold Muller 1900

Antique German Sterling Silver Teacaddy Neresheimer Sohnes Berthold Muller 1900

Located in Dublin, Ireland

See image for clear Hallmarks Condition: Superb, no imperfections, nice clear markings, nice clean interior. Complete with original firm fitting cover.

Category

18th Century German Georgian Antique Markings

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Wooden clock in Art Nouveau style, Junghans, Germany, 1910
Wooden clock in Art Nouveau style, Junghans, Germany, 1910

Wooden clock in Art Nouveau style, Junghans, Germany, 1910

By Junghans Uhren GmbH

Located in Rīga, LV

On Junghans movements of this period, this marking is generally understood as a date code: “B” indicating the second half of the year and “10” indicating 1910.

Category

1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Brass

Antique French Art Nouveau Flambé Stoneware Vase Grès de Rambervillers, c. 1910
Antique French Art Nouveau Flambé Stoneware Vase Grès de Rambervillers, c. 1910

Antique French Art Nouveau Flambé Stoneware Vase Grès de Rambervillers, c. 1910

Located in London, GB

Dimensions : Height: 8.5 inches (21.6 cm) Width: 4.25 inches (10.8 cm) Neck Diameter: 2.25 inches (5.7 cm)Net Weight: 732 grams (1.61 lbs) Markings: Impressed manufacturer's rectan...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Pottery

Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Urns from France, 1800s
Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Urns from France, 1800s

Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Urns from France, 1800s

By Alfred Corneau, Antoine Durenne Foundry

Located in San Francisco, CA

This indicates an original sand-mold production marking, heavily pointing to the A. Durenne foundry or an elite French catalog size classification.

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Markings

Materials

Iron

A. A. MILNE. The House At Pooh Corner. FIRST EDITION - 1928 - With The DJ
A. A. MILNE. The House At Pooh Corner. FIRST EDITION - 1928 - With The DJ

A. A. MILNE. The House At Pooh Corner. FIRST EDITION - 1928 - With The DJ

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

CONDITION: Inner and outer hinges fine, head and foot of spine fine, no previous bookplate, ownership markings, or gift inscriptions, internally clean and bright, spine not faded, A ...

Category

1920s British Antique Markings

Materials

Fabric

Antique Chinese Rose Medallion Plate - Figural & Floral Motif - 8.7 in
Antique Chinese Rose Medallion Plate - Figural & Floral Motif - 8.7 in

Antique Chinese Rose Medallion Plate - Figural & Floral Motif - 8.7 in

By CANTON FAMILLE ROSE

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Of particular note is the uncommon scalloped rim, richly enameled and gilded—marking this piece as a rarer form compared to standard round-edged dishes.

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

George 111rd Pewter Plate fully London stamped , English Circa 1760
George 111rd Pewter Plate fully London stamped , English Circa 1760

George 111rd Pewter Plate fully London stamped , English Circa 1760

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

The reverse of the plate has many markings; At the top base it has LONDON impressed mark with an X above and a Crown above the X.

Category

18th Century British Georgian Antique Markings

Materials

Pewter

Vintage Windsor Farmhouse Chair with Spindle Back
Vintage Windsor Farmhouse Chair with Spindle Back

Vintage Windsor Farmhouse Chair with Spindle Back

Located in Los Angeles, CA

One chair shows a hand-carved inscription along the seat edge, appearing to read “MARY.” The marking is informal and likely added by a previous owner, rather than the original maker.

Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

Hand Painted Chinese Porcelain Plate with Peacocks, Qing Yongzheng, Circa 1730
Hand Painted Chinese Porcelain Plate with Peacocks, Qing Yongzheng, Circa 1730

Hand Painted Chinese Porcelain Plate with Peacocks, Qing Yongzheng, Circa 1730

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

The foot rim is neatly finished and there are no markings to the base. This is a very beautiful Plate and a very good example of the high quality painting achieved in this period.

Category

Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Wooden Bench with Woven Rush Seat
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Wooden Bench with Woven Rush Seat

Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Wooden Bench with Woven Rush Seat

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

The solid wooden frame has developed a rich, warm brown patina with visible wear, colour variation and surface markings that add to its authenticity and charm. The handwoven rush sea...

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Markings

Materials

Rush, Wood

Pre Columbian Mayan Aztec Wari Anthropomorphic Vessel Ceramic Vase Jug Artifact
Pre Columbian Mayan Aztec Wari Anthropomorphic Vessel Ceramic Vase Jug Artifact

Pre Columbian Mayan Aztec Wari Anthropomorphic Vessel Ceramic Vase Jug Artifact

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This pre-columbian vase or jug features an anthropomorphic effigy neck shaped like a human head with large, stylized eyes and distinct facial markings. The rounded chamber body is ha...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Pre-Columbian Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Terracotta, Paint

Browning's Works Complete Registered & Numbered 12 Vol Set - 1898
Browning's Works Complete Registered & Numbered 12 Vol Set - 1898

Browning's Works Complete Registered & Numbered 12 Vol Set - 1898

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Dimensions: 5 3/4" x 8 1/2" x 1 3/4" Condition: There are few loose pages, wear and dulling to corners, fading to leather spines, browning to margins, pages pliable, no markings.

Category

19th Century American Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Leather, Paper

French Marble Female Bust, 1920s
French Marble Female Bust, 1920s

French Marble Female Bust, 1920s

Located in Chicago, IL

The smooth white marble is subtly varied with natural veining and faint tonal markings that lend character to the surface. Rising to nearly two feet in height, the bust rests on a si...

Category

1920s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Markings

Materials

Marble

Antique Meissen Master Salt Cellar Frauenkopf Footed Floral With Handles 19th C
Antique Meissen Master Salt Cellar Frauenkopf Footed Floral With Handles 19th C

Antique Meissen Master Salt Cellar Frauenkopf Footed Floral With Handles 19th C

Located in Norman, OK

Rare German Meissen Porcelain Master Salt Cellar with Hand Painted Multicolored Floral Details With Rope Handles Sitting on a Base of Three Frauenkopf Figural Females on Curved Snail...

Category

Early 19th Century German Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

Danish Fjord Landscape with Grazing Cattle, Oil on Canvas
Danish Fjord Landscape with Grazing Cattle, Oil on Canvas

Danish Fjord Landscape with Grazing Cattle, Oil on Canvas

Located in Rødding, DK

A herd of black-and-white cattle grazes and rests in the foreground meadow, rendered with close attention to individual markings and stance. The land falls away toward a curving fjor...

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Modern Antique Markings

Materials

Canvas

Ancient Roman Coin, Ruby & 20KT Gold Multi Strand Necklace
Ancient Roman Coin, Ruby & 20KT Gold Multi Strand Necklace

Ancient Roman Coin, Ruby & 20KT Gold Multi Strand Necklace

Located in Braintree, GB

The reverse reads VOT / XX / MVLT / XXX within a wreath, a vota inscription marking twenty years of rule completed and vows renewed for thirty.

Category

Late 19th Century Modern Antique Markings

Materials

Ruby

Art Deco Platinum Brooch Watch by Welson, Swiss Movement, Circa 1920
Art Deco Platinum Brooch Watch by Welson, Swiss Movement, Circa 1920

Art Deco Platinum Brooch Watch by Welson, Swiss Movement, Circa 1920

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

At a time when wristwatches were not yet common for women, such a jewel was both a functional timepiece and a bold statement of modern femininity. Movement & Markings Signed: S...

Category

1910s Swiss Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor Cigarette Box by Heintz
Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor Cigarette Box by Heintz

Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Humidor Cigarette Box by Heintz

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Designed to store tobacco products, and fit standard-sized cigarettes, the interior is lined with Spanish cedar to naturally regulate humidity, while the underside typically bears th...

Category

Early 20th Century American Mission Antique Markings

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Antique Swedish Pewter Tankards, 18th century. Set of 3.
Antique Swedish Pewter Tankards, 18th century. Set of 3.

Antique Swedish Pewter Tankards, 18th century. Set of 3.

Located in Asaa, DK

Highly decorative set of three Nordic jugs or tankards with perfect authentic pewter color and several markings. All three have S-shaped handles, pouring spout, hinged lid and a con...

Category

18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Markings

Materials

Pewter

(MURPHY, Arthur). The Works of Cornelius Tacitus. 1811 - NEW EDITION - 8 VOLUMES
(MURPHY, Arthur). The Works of Cornelius Tacitus. 1811 - NEW EDITION - 8 VOLUMES

(MURPHY, Arthur). The Works of Cornelius Tacitus. 1811 - NEW EDITION - 8 VOLUMES

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

CONDITION: Inner and outer hinges fine, head and foot of spines fine, some offsetting from the maps otherwise very mild toning to pages but largely clean and bright throughout, small...

Category

1810s British Antique Markings

Materials

Leather

Chinese Porcelain Plate Famille-Rose Flower Basket, Qing Yongzheng Circa 1730
Chinese Porcelain Plate Famille-Rose Flower Basket, Qing Yongzheng Circa 1730

Chinese Porcelain Plate Famille-Rose Flower Basket, Qing Yongzheng Circa 1730

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

The yellow and red flower basket is particularly distinctive The foot rim is neatly finished and there are no markings to the base. This is a very beautiful Plate and a very good ...

Category

Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Mintons Majolica Beehive Cheese Dome Stand Blue & White Victorian c1870
Rare Mintons Majolica Beehive Cheese Dome Stand Blue & White Victorian c1870

Rare Mintons Majolica Beehive Cheese Dome Stand Blue & White Victorian c1870

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

It replaced the singular "MINTON" marking to reflect the company's official name change to Mintons and the transition of the business to a limited liability company, Mintons Ltd, lat...

Category

1860s Antique Markings

Materials

Majolica

Rare Chinese Gilt-Bronze Figure of a Bodhisattva - Qing Dynasty - 18th Century
Rare Chinese Gilt-Bronze Figure of a Bodhisattva - Qing Dynasty - 18th Century

Rare Chinese Gilt-Bronze Figure of a Bodhisattva - Qing Dynasty - 18th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

BC413 and the remnants of an old paper collection label attached with adhesive, a distinctive legacy marking consistent with mid-20th-century museum or prominent gallery cataloging p...

Category

18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

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18th C Porcelain Tureen with Clamercy Markings
18th C Porcelain Tureen with Clamercy Markings

18th C Porcelain Tureen with Clamercy Markings

Unavailable

H 4 in W 11 in D 7 in

18th C Porcelain Tureen with Clamercy Markings

Located in New Orleans, LA

18th C Porcelain Tureen marked Clamercy

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Antique Markings

Drum or Round Table, Unusual with Compass Markings
Drum or Round Table, Unusual with Compass Markings

Drum or Round Table, Unusual with Compass Markings

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

Nautical Drum or round table, unusual with compass markings., late 19th or early 20 th century.

Category

Early 20th Century English Georgian Antique Markings

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Antique Royal Dux Porcelain Vases with Markings
Pair of Antique Royal Dux Porcelain Vases with Markings

Pair of Antique Royal Dux Porcelain Vases with Markings

Unavailable

H 13.25 in W 8.5 in D 8 in

Pair of Antique Royal Dux Porcelain Vases with Markings

By Royal Dux

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

This pair of Royal Dux vases are decorated with grapes and floral vines. The vases are marked on the bottom as shown. An ivory color with soft green accents make up the palate. Swerv...

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Vintage Belgian & English Creamware, set of 16 pieces
Vintage Belgian & English Creamware, set of 16 pieces

Vintage Belgian & English Creamware, set of 16 pieces

By Wedgwood

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Please take note of photos of markings at reverse, and photos of condition. The age varies from piece to piece, as this collection was gathered over time.

Category

1910s English Other Antique Markings

Materials

Creamware

Late Victorian Freestanding Gallery Easel, 20th Century
Late Victorian Freestanding Gallery Easel, 20th Century

Late Victorian Freestanding Gallery Easel, 20th Century

Unavailable

H 67.72 in W 22.84 in D 23.63 in

Late Victorian Freestanding Gallery Easel, 20th Century

Located in Dublin 8, IE

The timber has been nourished and protected, while maintaining its aged patina and historic surface markings. The structure is solid, and the adjustable elements function as intended

Category

Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage 13-15cts Natural Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Brooch in 18k White Gold
Vintage 13-15cts Natural Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Brooch in 18k White Gold

Vintage 13-15cts Natural Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Brooch in 18k White Gold

By Mellerio

Located in New York, NY

Accompanied by French markings on the back, and signed Mellerio. The maker’s mark (Melledio dits Meller) is partially erased, and was originally numbered, as it was a special order...

Category

Late 19th Century European Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Southeast Asian Folk Art Wooden Mask
Southeast Asian Folk Art Wooden Mask

Southeast Asian Folk Art Wooden Mask

Unavailable

H 18 in W 10 in D 5 in

Southeast Asian Folk Art Wooden Mask

Located in Pasadena, CA

While the exact origin can be challenging to pinpoint without more specific markings, the style strongly suggests Southeast Asian, particularly Balinese, or possibly Nepalese/Indian ...

Category

Early 20th Century Balinese Tribal Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

A Silver Mounted Art Nouveau Cut Glass Vase
A Silver Mounted Art Nouveau Cut Glass Vase

A Silver Mounted Art Nouveau Cut Glass Vase

Unavailable

H 9.25 in Dm 4.5 in

A Silver Mounted Art Nouveau Cut Glass Vase

Located in Fairfax, VA

The silver base is naturalistically chased, and repousse flowers and leaves and glass vase has been cut with same design. Marking with Y F with animal in between.

Category

Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Silver

Antique Sheffield Silverplate Mazarine
Antique Sheffield Silverplate Mazarine

Antique Sheffield Silverplate Mazarine

Unavailable

H 0.5 in W 19 in D 13.5 in

Antique Sheffield Silverplate Mazarine

Located in Seguin, TX

Circa 1815 Sheffield silverplate over copper and hand pierced mazarine tray (strainer). No markings, attached rings for lifting. Overall patina, minor plate loss.

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Markings

Materials

Silver Plate

1920s Art Deco Nickel Inkwell
1920s Art Deco Nickel Inkwell

1920s Art Deco Nickel Inkwell

Unavailable

H 4 in W 10 in D 5 in

1920s Art Deco Nickel Inkwell

Located in Seguin, TX

Porcelain insert, no markings. Minor scuffing, tiny chip to edge of porcelain.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Nickel

Early 20th Century Round Horn Box
Early 20th Century Round Horn Box

Early 20th Century Round Horn Box

Unavailable

H 3.25 in Dm 4.5 in

Early 20th Century Round Horn Box

Located in Seguin, TX

Concentric circle decoration, no markings, scattered loss due to insects, particularly along the lid edge, but still usable.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Antique Markings

Materials

Horn

Early 20th Century Female Figure. Lwena/Chokwe, Angola-Zambia
Early 20th Century Female Figure. Lwena/Chokwe, Angola-Zambia

Early 20th Century Female Figure. Lwena/Chokwe, Angola-Zambia

Located in London, GB

Brass tacks and small cross-shaped markings adorn the figure's face, and a pattern of finely engraved lines feature on her carved coiffure.

Category

Early 20th Century Angolan Tribal Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

Rathbone Porcelain Sucrier & Cover, Cobalt Blue Gilt Artichoke, "Blue V", ca1825
Rathbone Porcelain Sucrier & Cover, Cobalt Blue Gilt Artichoke, "Blue V", ca1825

Rathbone Porcelain Sucrier & Cover, Cobalt Blue Gilt Artichoke, "Blue V", ca1825

By Rathbone

Located in London, GB

The "Blue V-Factory" was well known for its very fine gilt decorations on a cobalt blue ground, and this is a superb example. There is no marking on the sucrier and cover, other tha...

Category

1820s English Regency Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 18k Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Brooch  Circa 1900
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Brooch  Circa 1900

Antique 18k Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Brooch Circa 1900

Located in Jacksonville, FL

Circa 1900, this versatile jewel can be worn as a brooch or a pendant Measurements: 3.5 X 3 inch On the back of this piece is the stamp of “Depose” The marking "Depose" found on v...

Category

Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Diamond

Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond French Sapphire Brooch Estate Fine 2.1ct
Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond French Sapphire Brooch Estate Fine 2.1ct

Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond French Sapphire Brooch Estate Fine 2.1ct

By Estate Jewelry

Located in Brambleton, US

Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond French Sapphire Brooch Estate 2.1ct This is a terrific ART DECO antique brooch crafted in luxurious and expensive platinum (tested and guaran...

Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique 1910s Art Nouveau Turquoise Majolica Butterfly Catcher Trivet
Antique 1910s Art Nouveau Turquoise Majolica Butterfly Catcher Trivet

Antique 1910s Art Nouveau Turquoise Majolica Butterfly Catcher Trivet

Located in Seguin, TX

Wrapped in wire with feet to use as a trivet or stand. No markings, small break in wire, surface wear to glaze.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Markings

Materials

Wire

Art Deco DeVilbiss Gold Perfume Bottle Black Enamel Intact Dauber
Art Deco DeVilbiss Gold Perfume Bottle Black Enamel Intact Dauber

Art Deco DeVilbiss Gold Perfume Bottle Black Enamel Intact Dauber

Located in Sausalito, CA

Size: 5-1/2" tall x 2-1/4" across the bottom. Markings: No markings. The acid stamp that would have been on the bottom has worn away.

Category

1920s American Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Victorian Sterling Silver Niello Checkerboard Locket
Victorian Sterling Silver Niello Checkerboard Locket

Victorian Sterling Silver Niello Checkerboard Locket

Located in Narberth, PA

The backside of the bail is stamped with a "900" purity mark, a small sunburst within a circle motif, and two small "m" markings. A wonderful and substantial locket, this piece would...

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Mumuye Iron Currency, Nigeria
19th Century Mumuye Iron Currency, Nigeria

19th Century Mumuye Iron Currency, Nigeria

Unavailable

H 24.02 in W 4.73 in D 0.6 in

19th Century Mumuye Iron Currency, Nigeria

Located in London, GB

The currency displays a long, spoon-shaped form, with attractive spiral features and fine markings on the handle. Ex Private Collection, UK Height Including Custom-Made Base: 62.5...

Category

Late 19th Century Nigerian Tribal Antique Markings

Materials

Iron

Set of 4 Antique Hitchcock, Alford & Co. Walnut Cane Seat Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Antique Hitchcock, Alford & Co. Walnut Cane Seat Dining Chairs

Set of 4 Antique Hitchcock, Alford & Co. Walnut Cane Seat Dining Chairs

By Lambert Hitchcock

Located in Tonbridge, Kent

Crafted from rich walnut, each chair boasts the “AL’H” marking on the underside, adding a unique touch of historical authenticity.

Category

Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Markings

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century French Fruitwood Side Table
Early 20th Century French Fruitwood Side Table

Early 20th Century French Fruitwood Side Table

Unavailable

H 28.5 in W 37.25 in D 22.5 in

Early 20th Century French Fruitwood Side Table

Located in Alpharetta, GA

The plank top has a rich patina, characteristic of aged fruitwood, with natural markings and a darker tone in some areas and imperfections, adding depth and dimension.

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Markings

Materials

Fruitwood

Original Vintage Train Travel Poster Tanger Morocco Chemins De Fer Du Midi
Original Vintage Train Travel Poster Tanger Morocco Chemins De Fer Du Midi

Original Vintage Train Travel Poster Tanger Morocco Chemins De Fer Du Midi

Located in London, GB

Original vintage train travel poster advertising the Chemins de Fer du Midi railway company to Tanger / Tangier in Morocco featuring a colourful illustration of a lady and man in tra...

Category

1920s Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Antique Shell Shape Paper Mache & Mother of Pearl Crumb Tray
Antique Shell Shape Paper Mache & Mother of Pearl Crumb Tray

Antique Shell Shape Paper Mache & Mother of Pearl Crumb Tray

Located in Seguin, TX

Scalloped shell shape with mother of pearl inlay in cherry blossom pattern and the letter B. No markings, repainted repaired handle corner and a small surface edge chip, overall cra...

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Antique Markings

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Paper

Early 19th Century Grand Tour Male Nude Drawing of an Athletic Youth
Early 19th Century Grand Tour Male Nude Drawing of an Athletic Youth

Early 19th Century Grand Tour Male Nude Drawing of an Athletic Youth

Located in Richmond, London

Only after demonstrating sufficient skill in anatomy, proportion, and technique were artists granted permission to work from a posed live model, marking a significant step in their f...

Category

Early 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Markings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Round Silver Hand Mirror With a Refined Design
Round Silver Hand Mirror With a Refined Design

Round Silver Hand Mirror With a Refined Design

Unavailable

H 10.24 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Round Silver Hand Mirror With a Refined Design

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

With an elegant and refined design, the structure is composed of a contrasting silver frame, displaying distinct markings, including the anchor, the lion and an imperceptible letter,...

Category

Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Antique Markings

Materials

Silver

Large Antique Rhinestone Belle Epoque Belt Sash Buckle
Large Antique Rhinestone Belle Epoque Belt Sash Buckle

Large Antique Rhinestone Belle Epoque Belt Sash Buckle

Unavailable

H 3.25 in W 3.25 in D 0.5 in

Large Antique Rhinestone Belle Epoque Belt Sash Buckle

Located in Seguin, TX

Two rows of prong set stones in a brass framework, narrow brass embossed edges, no markings. 3.25" sq., rows of rhinestones are 5/8" wide, center opening is 2" sq.

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Markings

Materials

Metal

Eugène Marioton (1854-1933) Busts of Christ and Mary
Eugène Marioton (1854-1933) Busts of Christ and Mary

Eugène Marioton (1854-1933) Busts of Christ and Mary

Unavailable

H 12.6 in W 3.94 in D 5.52 in

Eugène Marioton (1854-1933) Busts of Christ and Mary

By Eugene Marioton

Located in AMSTELVEEN, NL

Material: Bronze busts with red marble bases Signed Eugène Marioton, with the foundry stamp of Fondeur Paris SIOT-DECAUVILLE Numbered: Jesus – 9042, Mary – 7357 Base Markings: J762 P...

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Early 20th Century Art Deco Silver Plate Tray 7 Muses
Early 20th Century Art Deco Silver Plate Tray 7 Muses

Early 20th Century Art Deco Silver Plate Tray 7 Muses

Unavailable

H 0.5 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in

Early 20th Century Art Deco Silver Plate Tray 7 Muses

Located in Seguin, TX

Art Deco silverplate tray featuring the 7 muses. No markings, hand hammered body silver plate with cast center decoration which is silver over copper.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Markings

Materials

Silver Plate

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