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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

Antique Brass Surveying Instrument Base with Railroad Markings
Antique Brass Surveying Instrument Base with Railroad Markings

Antique Brass Surveying Instrument Base with Railroad Markings

Located in Dekalb, IL

Brass surveying instrument base with opposed upright telescope supports, adjustment hardware, and a round mounting platform. The base is engraved "M. P. Ry. - M. of W. No. 4." The op...

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Brass

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

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

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

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

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

Two Snakes with Bold Head Markings, Antique Bertuch Print, Vienna, circa 1805
Two Snakes with Bold Head Markings, Antique Bertuch Print, Vienna, circa 1805

Two Snakes with Bold Head Markings, Antique Bertuch Print, Vienna, circa 1805

Located in Langweer, NL

This antique snake print shows two serpents in long winding curves, one blotched in brown and one grey with a brightly marked head, on an original hand coloured plate from the Vienna...

Category

Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

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

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

Silver - Two table cartridges
Silver - Two table cartridges

Silver - Two table cartridges

Located in Porto, PT

Made of silver and glass, with two fountain pens. With warranty markings. Length: (pen) 20 cm.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Markings

Materials

Silver

Silver - Bottle with lid
Silver - Bottle with lid

Silver - Bottle with lid

Located in Porto, PT

Portuguese, first half of the 20th century; made of glass with silver accents. No markings; protected by Decree-Law No. 44/2016 of August 17.

Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Antique Markings

Materials

Silver

18K Gold Pendant with Christ
18K Gold Pendant with Christ

18K Gold Pendant with Christ

Located in Porto, PT

Argentina; early second half of the 20th century; in 18kt embossed gold; with unidentified markings on the reverse 'Ind. Argentina 750 C35'. Approx. weight: 10.9 g Height: 5.8 cm

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Markings

Materials

Gold

Basket in a cone
Basket in a cone

Basket in a cone

Located in Porto, PT

Numbered and with unidentified markings on the base due to illegibility. Dimensions: 7.5 x 27 cm

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Markings

Materials

Silver

Silver - Two boxes with lids - 19th century
Silver - Two boxes with lids - 19th century

Silver - Two boxes with lids - 19th century

Located in Porto, PT

Portuguese, 19th century; made of Noble Wood with silver applications. No markings under Decree-Law No. 120/2017; of September 15 - art. 2; no. 2; paragraph c).

Category

19th Century Portuguese Antique Markings

Materials

Silver

Porcelain - Jesus Christ crucified - Old Paris - 19th century
Porcelain - Jesus Christ crucified - Old Paris - 19th century

Porcelain - Jesus Christ crucified - Old Paris - 19th century

Located in Porto, PT

Polychrome decoration; embossed and gilded. Silver halo; no markings under Decree-Law No. 120/2017; of September 15 - art. 2; no. 2; paragraph c).

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

Mouthpiece with Gold and garnets
Mouthpiece with Gold and garnets

Mouthpiece with Gold and garnets

Located in Porto, PT

Portuguese, early 20th century; made of Bakelite and wood; ornamented with engraved gold bands and set with 7 rose-cut garnets. No markings under Decree-Law 120/2017; of September 15...

Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Antique Markings

Materials

Gold

Lovely antique Doulton Lambeth vase
Lovely antique Doulton Lambeth vase

Lovely antique Doulton Lambeth vase

Located in Ipswich, GB

Lovely antique Doulton Lambeth vase having a lovely shaped vase decorated on a blue ground with mustard coloured swags and blue blossoms green and blue flowers, with a brown glaze fl...

Category

1880s Antique Markings

Materials

Ceramic

Reproduction of an 1833 map of the city of Porto.
Reproduction of an 1833 map of the city of Porto.

Reproduction of an 1833 map of the city of Porto.

Located in Porto, PT

Reproduction of an 1833 map of the city of Porto and its surroundings; marking the main locations; buildings; streets and roads; as well as the location of the batteries of the liber...

Category

19th Century Unknown Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

Antique Dutch triangular turned Oak and hand crafted artisanal Chair circa 1900
Antique Dutch triangular turned Oak and hand crafted artisanal Chair circa 1900

Antique Dutch triangular turned Oak and hand crafted artisanal Chair circa 1900

Located in Den Haag, NL

Made of solid oak and with intricately carved patterns and markings. Turned wood arms and legs. Patina from age and use, perfectly imperfect. ca 1900, Manufactured in The Netherlands.

Category

Early 1900s Dutch Antique Markings

Materials

Oak

Gilded silver insignia 'Royal Academy of Moral & Political Sciences', 19th C.
Gilded silver insignia 'Royal Academy of Moral & Political Sciences', 19th C.

Gilded silver insignia 'Royal Academy of Moral & Political Sciences', 19th C.

Located in Porto, PT

Spain; 19th century; of the Royal Academy of Moral and Political Sciences; in gilded silver; created on September 30, 1857; by royal decree during the reign of Isabella II. No markin...

Category

19th Century Spanish Antique Markings

Materials

Silver

Modernist ring in Gold and diamonds.
Modernist ring in Gold and diamonds.

Modernist ring in Gold and diamonds.

Located in Porto, PT

Portuguese, from the first half of the 20th century; in two-tone gold set with 8 diamonds (8/8 cut) and one brilliant-cut diamond with an estimated total weight of 0.45ct; wear on th...

Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Antique Markings

Materials

Gold

Vintage French Rustic Farmhouse Iron Coat Rack France
Vintage French Rustic Farmhouse Iron Coat Rack France

Vintage French Rustic Farmhouse Iron Coat Rack France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage French Rustic Farmhouse Iron Coat Rack France, early 20th century Petite iron coat rack with five individual hooks Curved iron hooks mounted along a simple linear frame Ori...

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Iron

Alvar Aalto & Otto Korhonen Model No. 2 Chair, Finland, Late 1920s
Alvar Aalto & Otto Korhonen Model No. 2 Chair, Finland, Late 1920s

Alvar Aalto & Otto Korhonen Model No. 2 Chair, Finland, Late 1920s

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Akaa, FI

Its aged appearance and surviving ownership markings form an important part of its character.

Category

1920s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Antique Markings

Materials

Birch

Georgian England Ships Wheel Compass Pendant Fob Charm 9K Yellow Gold 1824
Georgian England Ships Wheel Compass Pendant Fob Charm 9K Yellow Gold 1824

Georgian England Ships Wheel Compass Pendant Fob Charm 9K Yellow Gold 1824

Located in Dearborn, MI

Genuine Original Antique from 1824-1825 Victorian England Ships Wheel Compass Pendant Fob Charm 9K Yellow Gold Ships Wheel Compass Fob Trademarked CKL Has Markings from the Ches...

Category

1820s Georgian Antique Markings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage French Industrial Green Steel & Brass Coat Rack France
Vintage French Industrial Green Steel & Brass Coat Rack France

Vintage French Industrial Green Steel & Brass Coat Rack France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French industrial green steel & brass coat rack France, early 20th century Industrial steel coat rack with three individual brass hooks Simple linear steel frame with original de...

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Metal

Rustic Swedish Herb Turned Bowl with Makers Brand
Rustic Swedish Herb Turned Bowl with Makers Brand

Rustic Swedish Herb Turned Bowl with Makers Brand

Located in Chireno, TX

Rustic Swedish herb turned bowl with maker's brands. Incised line markings from lathe run counter to the grain and wood striation of bowl creating a subtle, gorgeous patterned effect...

Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Primitive Antique Markings

Materials

Wood

Pair of American Victorian Heavy Cast Iron Kramer Brothers Benches, Circa 1890
Pair of American Victorian Heavy Cast Iron Kramer Brothers Benches, Circa 1890

Pair of American Victorian Heavy Cast Iron Kramer Brothers Benches, Circa 1890

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

This set features floral, scroll and arched filagree designs and bare the Kramer Brothers markings on the seats. Kramer Brothers Foundry was based in Dayton, Ohio and were known for ...

Category

Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Markings

Materials

Iron

Early American Dairy Company Sign and Stencil Display
Early American Dairy Company Sign and Stencil Display

Early American Dairy Company Sign and Stencil Display

Located in Dekalb, IL

Balitz of Chicago; Steinert Bros. of Milwaukee; and other dairy-related markings. Also included is an antique scorp knife used in stencil and pattern cutting.

Category

19th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Metal

Half ornament in silver; Gold and diamonds - 19th century
Half ornament in silver; Gold and diamonds - 19th century

Half ornament in silver; Gold and diamonds - 19th century

Located in Porto, PT

Necklace without a ring for hanging the brooch; altered to suit the taste of the period. No markings under Decree-Law 120/2017; of September 15 - art. 2º; nº 2; paragraph c.; missing...

Category

Late 19th Century Portuguese Antique Markings

Materials

Gold

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Nest of Three Oval Tables, 1905
Antique Edwardian Mahogany Nest of Three Oval Tables, 1905

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Nest of Three Oval Tables, 1905

Located in Nottingham, GB

Edwardian Mahogany Nest of Three Oval Tables Stamped AM Material: Mahogany A charming antique Edwardian nest of three graduated occasional tables, finely crafted in mahogany and of...

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Antique Neo-Classical Brass Faraday & Son Desk Table Lamps, c.1910
Pair of Antique Neo-Classical Brass Faraday & Son Desk Table Lamps, c.1910

Pair of Antique Neo-Classical Brass Faraday & Son Desk Table Lamps, c.1910

Located in London, GB

The underside of the base sections show crisp stamped markings confirming Faraday's manufacture. Priced as a pair.

Category

Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Antique Markings

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Walnut Harvest Table with Cabriole Legs & Scalloped Apron
18th Century French Walnut Harvest Table with Cabriole Legs & Scalloped Apron

18th Century French Walnut Harvest Table with Cabriole Legs & Scalloped Apron

Located in Woodstock, GA

Centuries of history written into richly figured walnut from warm, time-earned patina and aged nail heads, subtle water rings and beautifully softened imperfections. These authentic ...

Category

18th Century French French Provincial Antique Markings

Materials

Walnut

Blue, Yellow and White Chinoiserie Faience Tray
Blue, Yellow and White Chinoiserie Faience Tray

Blue, Yellow and White Chinoiserie Faience Tray

Located in New York, NY

In the Piemontese chinoiserie style. Markings for G. Besio, Mondovi. Italy, 19th Century Dimensions: 14" x 14" x 1.75" H

Category

19th Century Italian Chinoiserie Antique Markings

Materials

Faience

Moroccan Tafilalt Terracotta Storage Jar (Guedira)
Moroccan Tafilalt Terracotta Storage Jar (Guedira)

Moroccan Tafilalt Terracotta Storage Jar (Guedira)

Located in Marrakech, MA

The exterior displays a rich, multi-toned patina with distinct carbon markings resulting from domestic open-hearth use and traditional open-air pit firing.

Category

Early 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Antique Markings

Materials

Terracotta

Set of Four Late 19th Century EB Napoli Italian Majolica Lettuceware Plates
Set of Four Late 19th Century EB Napoli Italian Majolica Lettuceware Plates

Set of Four Late 19th Century EB Napoli Italian Majolica Lettuceware Plates

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The surfaces feature molded veining and ruffled borders under hand-painted glazes, where deep green pooling contrasts against the pale central ribs. Markings: Undersides bear the im...

Category

1890s Italian Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Earthenware

18th Century Stone Bowl Olive Green Bowl Mortar Planter 5 lb
18th Century Stone Bowl Olive Green Bowl Mortar Planter 5 lb

18th Century Stone Bowl Olive Green Bowl Mortar Planter 5 lb

Located in Somis, CA

The stone sparkles with mica and exhibits an unique subtle olive-green tone, richly variegated with natural ochre, russet, and earthy brown markings. The subtly irregular surface ret...

Category

18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Markings

Materials

Granite

Liberty & Co. Tudric Pewter Box with Enamel Seascape Plaque
Liberty & Co. Tudric Pewter Box with Enamel Seascape Plaque

Liberty & Co. Tudric Pewter Box with Enamel Seascape Plaque

Located in Nottingham, GB

The pewter shows light surface marking consistent with age, alongside fine surface crazing across the enamel.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Enamel, Pewter

Late 19th-century Portrait of a Young Woman
Late 19th-century Portrait of a Young Woman

Late 19th-century Portrait of a Young Woman

Located in San Francisco, CA

Below the name, there are fainter, partially obscured markings that look like "1/4 1/4" or a similar fractional layout, which traditionally denotes either canvas sizing formats or ca...

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Markings

Materials

Oil

Antique 20th Century Edwardian Set Of Four Cherry Pickers' Baskets c.1910
Antique 20th Century Edwardian Set Of Four Cherry Pickers' Baskets c.1910

Antique 20th Century Edwardian Set Of Four Cherry Pickers' Baskets c.1910

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Faded painted lettering and traces of the original orchard markings remain across the sides. Originally used for harvesting cherries and other fruit in an English orchard, the basket...

Category

1910s British Other Antique Markings

Materials

Willow

Bavarian M1895 Pickelhaube Helmet Attributed to 3rd Jäger Regiment
Bavarian M1895 Pickelhaube Helmet Attributed to 3rd Jäger Regiment

Bavarian M1895 Pickelhaube Helmet Attributed to 3rd Jäger Regiment

Located in Nottingham, GB

As this appears to be a field or soldier-applied marking rather than an official arsenal stamp, the regimental connection is presented as an attribution.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Metal

Japanese Shigaraki Vase Early 19th Century
Japanese Shigaraki Vase Early 19th Century

Japanese Shigaraki Vase Early 19th Century

Located in Oakland, CA

Has the family crest stamped into the neck of the piece. Artist marking on the bottom. Tokugawa era.

Category

Early 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Markings

Materials

Clay

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Chalice by James Dixon & Sons, 1881
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Chalice by James Dixon & Sons, 1881

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Chalice by James Dixon & Sons, 1881

Located in Nottingham, GB

Maker: James Dixon & Sons Ltd Hallmark: Sheffield 1881 Material: Sterling Silver Country of Origin: United Kingdom Period: Victorian Date of Manufacture: 1881 Diameter: 9.0 cm H...

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 19th Century French Restoration Giltwood Mirror with Original Plate
Early 19th Century French Restoration Giltwood Mirror with Original Plate

Early 19th Century French Restoration Giltwood Mirror with Original Plate

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Retaining an old mirror plate with attractive light foxing and age-related marking, together with substantial timber backing to the reverse.

Category

19th Century French Antique Markings

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

18th Century Stone Bowl Charcoal Gray Black Mortar Planter 8.7 lb
18th Century Stone Bowl Charcoal Gray Black Mortar Planter 8.7 lb

18th Century Stone Bowl Charcoal Gray Black Mortar Planter 8.7 lb

Located in Somis, CA

Its richly textured surface is distinguished by intricate natural mineral patterns, scattered russet markings, and a beautifully weathered patina. One of the most fascinating charact...

Category

18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Markings

Materials

Granite

19th Century French Painted Figural Gardener Cachepot Planter
19th Century French Painted Figural Gardener Cachepot Planter

19th Century French Painted Figural Gardener Cachepot Planter

Located in Dallas, TX

An impressed or incised maker’s mark is visible inside the container, while additional lettering appears near the figure’s feet, although the markings are difficult to decipher. The...

Category

Late 19th Century French Country Antique Markings

Materials

Cast Stone

Boats in the Harbour, Monogrammed MP Watercolour, 1934
Boats in the Harbour, Monogrammed MP Watercolour, 1934

Boats in the Harbour, Monogrammed MP Watercolour, 1934

Located in Nottingham, GB

The work is monogrammed “MP,” as far as the inscription can be deciphered, and appears to be dated 1934. As both markings are somewhat indistinct, the artist's identity remains unkno...

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Paper

American Painted Tin Shorebird Decoy on Wood Stand, circa 1900
American Painted Tin Shorebird Decoy on Wood Stand, circa 1900

American Painted Tin Shorebird Decoy on Wood Stand, circa 1900

Located in Atlanta, GA

The bird is modeled with a long tapered bill, rounded body and raised tail, its surface retaining an appealing distressed painted finish in dark brown, black and cream tones. Small s...

Category

Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Markings

Materials

Iron, Tin

A Fine Late 19th Century Neoclassical Grey Marble Fireplace
A Fine Late 19th Century Neoclassical Grey Marble Fireplace

A Fine Late 19th Century Neoclassical Grey Marble Fireplace

Located in Ware, GB

The dark grey marble is beautifully veined throughout, including areas of warm golden marking, providing a dramatic backdrop to the pale statuary marble and emphasising the quality a...

Category

19th Century Neoclassical Antique Markings

Materials

Marble

North Eastern Automobile & Motor Cycle Association Medal
North Eastern Automobile & Motor Cycle Association Medal

North Eastern Automobile & Motor Cycle Association Medal

Located in Nottingham, GB

The reverse bears no additional markings or inscriptions. Particularly appealing is the survival of the original presentation box, allowing the medal to be displayed and preserved a...

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Metal

19th Century Vienna Porcelain Portrait Plate in Giltwood Frame Signed F. Fenner.
19th Century Vienna Porcelain Portrait Plate in Giltwood Frame Signed F. Fenner.

19th Century Vienna Porcelain Portrait Plate in Giltwood Frame Signed F. Fenner.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The reverse bears a blue shield-style mark associated with Vienna-style Austrian porcelain decoration, together with additional handwritten or impressed production markings. Dimentio...

Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain, Giltwood

Chinese Porcelain Plate elegant lady in garden , Qianlong, circa 1760
Chinese Porcelain Plate elegant lady in garden , Qianlong, circa 1760

Chinese Porcelain Plate elegant lady in garden , Qianlong, circa 1760

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

The pattern is beautifully hand painted in polychrome enamels of many shades of green, blue, pink, orange and yellow, with gilded enhancement. There are no markings to the base of t...

Category

Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

Very old Wood Lacquered Chinese Cabinet / Chest, 'Qing Dynasty' c. 1800
Very old Wood Lacquered Chinese Cabinet / Chest, 'Qing Dynasty' c. 1800

Very old Wood Lacquered Chinese Cabinet / Chest, 'Qing Dynasty' c. 1800

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

There are numerous layers of black and dark brown lacquer which have faded and over the millennia adding to what is a visibly old and charming piece of Chinese history. There are mar...

Category

19th Century Chinese Other Antique Markings

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

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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

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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

Antique Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Chinese Porcelain Vase with Qianlong Marking
Antique Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Chinese Porcelain Vase with Qianlong Marking

Antique Qing Dynasty Famille Rose Chinese Porcelain Vase with Qianlong Marking

Located in Westfield, MA

This antique Qing Dynasty famille rose porcelain vase represents the elegance and artistry of Chinese decorative traditions. The form features a rounded body that rises gracefully in...

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Markings

Materials

Porcelain

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

Game / Console Table GERVAIS MAXIMILIEN EUGÈNE DURAND
Game / Console Table GERVAIS MAXIMILIEN EUGÈNE DURAND

Game / Console Table GERVAIS MAXIMILIEN EUGÈNE DURAND

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 32.29 in D 16.54 in

Game / Console Table GERVAIS MAXIMILIEN EUGÈNE DURAND

By Gervais Durand

Located in Wien, AT

Curved oak frame with folding top, rosewood veneered, veneered in rosewood, with various precious woods, partly in in end-grain technique, floral and lattice-like markings, polished,...

Category

1880s French Louis XV Antique Markings

Materials

Bronze

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

"Armiger et Ephebus Indi" — Hand-Coloured Engraving - Grand Carrousel 1662
"Armiger et Ephebus Indi" — Hand-Coloured Engraving - Grand Carrousel 1662

"Armiger et Ephebus Indi" — Hand-Coloured Engraving - Grand Carrousel 1662

Located in TEYJAT, FR

This engraving, titled "Armiger et Ephebus Indi" (The Armiger and Youth, Indians), forms part of the historic series Courses de Testes et de Bagues, published in 1670 to commemorate ...

Category

Early 19th Century French Baroque Antique Markings

Materials

Giltwood, Paint, 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 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

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

19th Century Pair of French Vintage Opaline Glass Vases as Lamps
19th Century Pair of French Vintage Opaline Glass Vases as Lamps

19th Century Pair of French Vintage Opaline Glass Vases as Lamps

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

Exquisite 19th-century French vintage opaline glass vases repurposed into stunning lamps, combining timeless elegance with intricate craftsmanship. Markings in the switch: LEVITON 6...

Category

19th Century Antique Markings

Materials

Glass

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