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"The Gorgon Muse": Fornasetti "Themes & Variations" Plate #217 (Medusa) A dramatic and highly collectible porcelain wall plate from the celebrated "Themes & Variations" (Tema e Vari...

"Sicilian Surrealism": Fornasetti "Tema e Variazioni" Trinacria Plate, (Face with Three Legs), 1990's A striking and surreal porcelain wall plate from the iconic "Themes & Variatio...

Art Deco Icons: Pair of Georg Jensen Silver "Skyscraper" Salt & Pepper Shakers by Jorgen Jensen, Design #793, Designed 1936 A sleek and sophisticated pair of sterling silver salt a...

"Homecoming": British Sailor's Woolwork of the Screw Frigate H.M.S. Fox, Circa 1875 A charming and detailed British sailor's woolwork (or "woolie"), depicting a portside view of the...

East Meets West: Rare Chinese Export "European Subject" Porcelain Snuff Box Circa 1750–1760 A superb mid-18th century Chinese Export porcelain snuff box, finely painted in famille r...

Palm Beach Chic: Dodie Thayer "Lettuce Ware" Leaf Dish Mid-20th Century A quintessential piece of "Palm Beach Chic," this large handcrafted ceramic Trompe L'oeil platter was created...

Palm Beach Chic: Dodie Thayer "Lettuce Ware" Leaf Platter Mid-20th Century A quintessential piece of "Palm Beach Chic," this large handcrafted ceramic Trompe L'oeil platter was crea...

Fantastic Opulence: Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Charger "Garden of Paradise", Daisy Makeig-Jones (1881–1945), Circa 1920s A magnificent and large porcelain charger by Wedgwood, desig...

"Floral Masterpiece": Large Vintage Botanical Lithograph after Joseph Nigg, Printed by Mourlot, 1947 A magnificent and large-scale botanical lithograph, beautifully reproducing a pa...

"Farmyard Morning": Large Antique Oil on Canvas Painting of Chickens by Louis J. Cruise, Dated 1911 A substantial and atmospheric early 20th-century oil on canvas painting, signed and dated by the noted Pennsylvania artist Louis J. Cruise (1861–1945) in 1911. This delightful genre scene captures the quiet activity of a traditional American farmyard, characterized by the artist's signature realistic style and serene composition. The scene depicts a flock of chickens foraging in golden straw outside a rustic stone and timber barn. A magnificent rooster stands alert on a hay mound, watching over hens of various breeds—white, speckled, and brown—while one chicken emerges from the dark interior of the farm building. In the background, a wooden rail fence separates the yard from a lush green pasture and distant woods, with small birds perching casually on the rails and pecking at the straw. The work is housed in a wide, impressive gilt frame. Markings: Signature: Signed and dated in the lower left corner: "L.J. Cruise / 1911". Condition: Good antique condition. The canvas is well-composed and executed, capturing the play of light on the landscape. Measurements: Frame Height: 35 inches (88.9 cm) Frame Width: 55 1/2 inches (141.0 cm) Sight Height: 29 inches (73.7 cm) Sight Width: 48 3/4 inches (123.8 cm) Historical Context: Louis J. Cruise (1861–1945) was a prolific American artist born in Bally, Berks County, Pennsylvania. He studied at the prestigious Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and the Art Students League of New York. A member of the Philadelphia Sketch...

English Creamware Large Teapot with Puce Flower Painted Decoration, Circa 1770. This elegant, large-scale creamware teapot from Staffordshire is a beaut...

Neoclassical Herculaneum Pottery Large Blue & White "Greek" Pattern Serving Dish, Circa 1810 A monumental early 19th-century earthenware serving dish (platter) attributed to the...