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Period: 18th Century
Chinese Export Platter, circa 1770
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Export pseudo-tobacco-leaf pattern platter, circa 1770.
Category
Chinese Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
French Neoclassical Centerpiece
Located in Dallas, TX
French neoclassical black and slate dore bronze centerpiece.
Category
Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Bronze
$7,760 Sale Price
20% Off
18th Century Pair Decalcomania Glass Vases Piemonte Italy Arte Povera
Located in Epfach, DE
A rare pair of decalcomania glass vases from Piemonte Italy 18th century.
Painted in polychrome with applications in Arte Povera with floral and chinois motifs.
The synomania that ...
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Panel "Battle Scene"
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world
18th century Portuguese " Azulejos " Panel "Battle Scene"
462cm x 140cm
330 tiles
Important note: This panel is with the tiles ...
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Portuguese Baroque Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Sterling 925/°°° Silver Finely Chased Teapot
Located in Torino, IT
Manufactured by Charles Wright, London, England, 1771.
Category
English Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Geo III Sterling Pierced Grand Tour Bowl, Newcastle 1771-1772 by Nathan & Hayes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Geo III Sterling Pierced Grand Tour Bowl, Newcastle 1771-1772 by Nathan & Hayes, Newcastle 1771-1772,
This 255-year-old masterwork of Georgian sterling pierced swan-handled bowl with Roman mythological vignettes
Dimensions: 7" W x 5.75" H x 4.75" D Base: 2.5" x 2.5" weight 10 ounces
This Georgian Sterling Silver Pierced...
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English Classical Roman Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
George II Rococo Design Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, London 1741 Gabriel Sleath
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1741 by Gabriel Sleath, this striking, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, features flat chased decoration below the rim, an engraved armorial to o...
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English Rococo Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Encaustic Painted Basalt Vase, Wedgwood, circa 1785
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Polished basalt, decorated with Victoria, Goddess of Victory, in her chariot; possibly after a Roman model such as the wall paintings at Herculaneum. T...
Category
English Neoclassical Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Stoneware
18th Century Sevres Porcelain Bottle Cooler Hand-Painted France 1773-1782
Located in Katonah, NY
Sèvres was the royal factory of Louis XV and Louis XVI, Kings of France from 1715-1793.
The Sèvres factory was known to have the best painters and gilders in 18th-century France.
This stunning Sèvres 18th...
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French Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 6 Dutch Delft Plates with Flower Baskets, 18th Century
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
City: Delft
Workshop: Unknown
Date: circa 1720 - 1760
A wonderful set of no less than six Dutch Delft plates with a lovely decoration of a flower basket. With around the flower ...
Category
Dutch Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Swedish Yellow, Handblown, Gustavian, 18th Century Glass Milk Bowl, circa 1780
Located in New York, NY
Swedish yellow 18th century Gustavian handblown glass milk bowl with pouring spout, circa 1780, origin: Sweden.
Category
Swedish Gustavian Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Delft - 'Chinoiserie' manganese and green floral Delftware plate, 18th century
By Delft
Located in DELFT, NL
Delft faience plate with a chinoiserie decoration of a rock and a fence amongst trees and shrubbery in manganese and green. The borders ornately decorated with geometrically arranged...
Category
Dutch Chinoiserie Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Earthenware, Delft, Faience
Early 18th Century Meissen Oval Wall Beveled Mirror Pair of Cherubs, Germany
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Fine German Meissen porcelain beveled wall mirror with a pair of figural cherubs. Finely modelled as an elegant 18th century piece of art, hand painted white porcelain china with cob...
Category
German Rococo Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Dutch Delft Tobacco Jar with Original Brass Lid: Duinkerke, 18th Century
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
Origin: Delft
Date: Second half of the 18th century
Workshop unknown
A genuine blue and white tobacco jar for the storage of tobacco with an original brass lid.
The brand name: Du...
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Dutch Rococo Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Delft, Faience
18th Century Hand Painted Dutch Delft Chinoiserie Pattern Platter
Located in Richmond, VA
Great 18th century hand painted Dutch delft chinoiserie decorated platter. 13.25” diameter. Hole drilled for wall mounting.
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Dutch Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Delft
Pair of English Sheffield Foliage Engraved Wine Coolers, Late 18th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English Sheffield wine coolers with hand chased foliage motif and the original interior tin liners. Late 18th Century
Category
English George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Copper
Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Dish- Morgan impaling Warton Coat of Arms
Located in Downingtown, PA
Large Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Dish
Morgan impaling Warton Coat of Arms,
Circa 1780
A large Chinese Export rectangular platter with canted corners, floral swag border, a ce...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Ancient Maiolica Plates Pasquale Rubati, Milan Circa 1770-1780
Located in Milano, IT
Five oval maiolica dishes with pierced edge
Manufacture of Pasquale Rubati
Milan, 1770-1780
Three small oval dishes 10.23 in x 7.67 in (26 cm x 19.5 cm)
Two large oval dishes 10.82 in x 8.85 in (27.5 x 22.5 cm)
lb 3.5 (kg 1.8)
State of conservation: intact
The five dishes of different sizes have an oval shape, a mixtilinear edge and a molded polylobed shape with a surface enriched with a relief weave motif extending to the brim and forming a perforated basket...
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Italian Rococo Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Maiolica
George III Mustard Pot Made in London by Robert Hennell, 1781
Located in London, GB
A fine George III Mustard Pot made in London 1781 by Robert Hennell.
The Mustard Pot is modelled in the Drum form, with a spreading reeded base and beaded rim. The sides are pierce...
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English George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Large Dutch Delft Charger with Chinoiserie Flower Basket Design, 17th Century
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
City: Delft
Workshop: Unknown
Date: circa 1700 - 1750
A fine blue and white plate with decoration of a Chinese flower basket.
Inspired on the Chin...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
English Pearlware Blue Slip Pottery Mocha Mug
Located in Downingtown, PA
English Blue Ground Pottery Mocha Mug
Late 18th Century
The blue ground slip tankard with a white handle with leaf terminals has two bands of molded checkerboard black and white ba...
Category
English Georgian Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic, Pearlware, Pottery
Flat Diamond Cut Tea Caddy
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A flat diamond cut tea caddy with silver mount and decorated cap.
Category
English Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
Georgian Sterling Silver Fish Slice Pudding Trowel
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver fish slice / pudding trowel; an addition to our silver flatware collection
This exceptional antique Georgian silver fish slice / pudding trowel, in sterling standard, has a spade shaped blade.
The shaped blade is embellished with impressive, finely pierced and engraved scrolling branch ornamentation segmented with simplified leaf festoon style borders.
The centre of the blade is further ornamented with a heron perched on a branch, with a fish in its upturned beak.
The cast and applied handle is embellished with impressive heart shaped bolster, encompassed with gadroon ornamentation.
The stem of the handle is ornamented with an overlapping drop design and terminates with a gadroon bordered leaf design.
The reverse surface of this antique silver fish slice...
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English George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Antique Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Floral Cup Saucer Tea Set, 18th C.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing this fantastic and unsually beautifull tea set in Blue and white, all of moulded shape.
Six blue and white porcelain cups and sa...
Category
Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$3,622 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Georgian English Sterling Silver Argyle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver argyle, an addition to our Georgian dining silverware collection
This e...
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English George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Georgian English Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
By John Pollock
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver coffee pot made by John Pollock; an addition to our silver teaware collection.
This exceptional antique George II sterling silver coffee pot has a tapering cylindrical shaped form onto a domed spreading foot.
The upper and lower portion of the vertically fluted body of this Georgian coffee pot...
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English George II Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Queen Anne Britannia Standard Silver Candle Holders
By Thomas Folkingham
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique English cast Britannia standard silver candlesticks; an addition to our early 18th century silverware collection.
These excepti...
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British Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
English Delft Campana Vase, C1760
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A rare, large vase in a classical shape, decorated with figures in a landscape. Large pieces of delftware are not often found.
See CIRC 43-1963 in the V&A for a similar example.
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English Neoclassical Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Earthenware
Antique Kangxi Chinese Lait Famille Verte Tea Set Bird Butterfly, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Kangxi period, cafe au lait and Famille Verte. Stunning scene of different kind of animals and flowers. Both marked at the base. Rare set!
Chinese café au lait porcelain is a type o...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$994 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair Of Delft Polychrome Vases
Located in Essex, MA
Ribbed spill vase form with polychrome decoration with figures in vignettes. Marked PVM36 on base. Sold Bardith Antiques NY in 2000.
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Dutch Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Delft
$2,800 / set
18th Century mahogany and brass bound oval wine cooler
Located in Martlesham, GB
A lovely quality 18th Century mahogany and brass bound oval wine cooler, having brass lion head pull rings either side, supported on a mahogany base with bold cabriole legs terminati...
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British Georgian Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Mahogany
$2,257 Sale Price
20% Off
Garniture, Jabberwocky Pattern, Worcester, circa 1765
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An assembled set of three vases in the scarce Jabberwocky pattern, on a scale blue background.
Category
English Chinoiserie Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$9,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of George III Cut Glass Girandoles
Located in Huntington, NY
A pair of George III cut glass Girandoles.
Category
English George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
$6,080 Sale Price
20% Off
Unusual 18th Century Venetian Center Piece in Carved Walnut Wood, Circa 1780
Located in Dallas, TX
Although the Rococo in France (where the style originated) lasted from roughly 1725 to 1760, other countries in Europe produced period art and furniture until the late 18th century. One such country was Italy and in particular, Venice, where this unusual carved walnut centerpiece was hand-carved, circa 1780. A large shell-form bowl with volute leaf embellishments is being held by three putti emerging from an undulating base. The wave pattern is reminiscent of a foaming sea, further indicated by the stylized dolphin tails emerging from the spray. All of the tails are textured with a lozenge-patterned background, protruding as high-relief elements. On the underside, the scalloped tips of the water swing down in three areas, forming well-disguised feet. The carvings of the centerpiece are quite exceptional, given the height and breadth of the piece. A wonderful decorative accessory for any large table, our walnut Venetian centerpiece...
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Italian Rococo Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Antique Kangxi Blue and White Floral Tea Bowl Fire of Rotterdam
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely made set of tea bowls China and Japan. Historically very interesting. It has burning damage. According to the history of the family who owned it was burned after the fires that occurred during the German bombardment of Rotterdam in WW2.
The German bombing of Rotterdam in World War II, also known as the Rotterdam Blitz, was the aerial bombardment of Rotterdam by the Luftwaffe on 14 May 1940, during the German invasion of the Netherlands in World War II. The objective was to support the German troops fighting in the city, break Dutch resistance...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$638 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Meissen Charger with Decoration a Flower Bunches, Marcolini Period Ca. 1800
Located in CH
Meissen charger with decoration a flower Bunches, Marcolini period Ca. 1800
This large Meissen Charger is decorated with a stylized bouquets of flower...
Category
German Neoclassical Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Chinese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Beetle, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set from the edo and qing period. Marriage
Additional information:
Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period: 18th century
China Dynasty Period: Qi...
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Chinese Edo Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$269 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver lady's mug by Henry Chawner, an addition to our Georgian silverware collection.
This exceptional antique George III sterling silver mug has a plain tapering cylindrical form.
The surface of this antique silver mug is embellished with an exceptional contemporary bright cut engraved coast of arms and crest depicting a demi-stag chained and collared.
The upper and lower portions are encircled with tooled decorated borders to the rims.
This ladies antique silver mug is fitted with an impressive tooled decorated S-scroll handle.
The underside of the mug is ornamented with the contemporary engraved inscription: 'The Gift of Mrs Hourman at the age of eighty eight to her Great Grandson Edwd John Fisher, Novr 3 1790'.
This antique mug has a fine color and patination.
This impressive antique silver mug was crafted by the renowned London silversmiths Henry Chawner.
Such small Georgian tankards...
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English George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of Three 18th Century Large Italian Majolica Plaques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of three large Italian Majolica plaques. Each of them painted with a different scenery. Italy, 18th century.
Dimensions:
Plaque with grouping Il...
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Italian Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Majolica
18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Panel "Vase"
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world
18th century Portuguese "Vase"
Measures: 131cm x 131cm
110 tiles
Important note: This panel is with the tiles restored 18th cen...
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Portuguese Baroque Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Antique George III Irish Sterling Silver Beer / Water Jug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, Fine and impressive antique George III Irish sterling silver beer / water jug; part of our Georgian dining silverware collection.
This exceptional antique Irish silver beer jug...
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British George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
George III Mahogany and Brass Wine Cooler
Located in Essex, MA
Hexagonal hinged top with lead lined interior, conforming case with brass strapping, raised on square tapered legs with spandrels at top of legs.
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English George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Brass
Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set from the edo period.
Additional information:
Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 18th century
Japan Dynasty Period: Edo Period (1603–186...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$179 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Sterling Silver Spirit Kettle by Charles Hatfield - Antique George II (1728)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This magnificent and impressive antique Georgian sterling silver spirit kettle has a circular rounded form.
The surface of the Georgian silver kettle is plain and embellished with a contemporary engraved coat of arms encompassed with a scrolling leaf decorated border/cartouche.
This antique silver kettle is fitted with a plain flush hinged hallmarked cover; the flush hinge indicates the fine quality of this piece.
The cover is surmounted with the original carved stained wood and sterling silver topped button style finial.
This exceptional example of antique silver tea ware is fitted with the original hinged hand piece overlaid with interwoven wicker, strategically interlaced to produce a segmented braided design.
The cast handle is further ornamented with scrolling decoration, in addition to substantial leaf sockets in junction with the body.
The kettle is fitted with an impressive cast spout, accented with a scrolling design to the tip of the lip, in addition to moulded decoration to the lower portion.
The kettle detaches from the original hallmarked sterling silver stand, supported by three impressive opposing scrolling legs.
The upper portion of the cast silver stand features a band of oval motifs, with a flared shaped upper rim.
The stand incorporates a plain scrolling frame which retains the original hallmarked detachable spirit burner with integrated hinged snuffer.
This magnificent antique kettle...
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English George II Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Sauce Boat
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Sauce Boat
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Chinese Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Georgian Solid Silver Gilt Dishes Set of 12 - 1780-1811
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this magnificent matched set of Georgian solid silver dishes, all fully gilt in a rich gold tone and remaining in great condition.
This set of 12 dishes ...
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Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
John White / Paul De Lamerie Antique Sterling Silver Pair of Candlesticks, 1739
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1739 by John White, this exquisite pair of George II, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are cast and are each engraved with an original crest. Each candle...
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English George II Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
George III Helmet Milk Jug Made in London by Hester Bateman, 1784
Located in London, GB
A fine George III Helmet Milk Jug made in London in 1784 by Hester Bateman
The Milk Jug stands on a stepped circular foot decorated with reeded bands and an outer band of beading. ...
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English George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Silver
Japan, a Late 18th Century Imari Charger, Edo Period
Located in PARIS, FR
Nice hand painted Porcelain charger in the Imari palette using underglaze cobalt bleu and iron red.
Japan, Edo period, late 18th century.
Category
Japanese Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$1,526 Sale Price
20% Off
Scottish George II period Rococo sterling silver teapot - Edinburgh 1759
By Lothian & Robertson
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1759 by Lothian & Robertson, this wonderful, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Teapot, is of inverted pear shape, and features Rococo influenced chased de...
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Scottish George II Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 3 Antique Chinese Porcelain QIanlong Blue and White Dinner Plates, 18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated Set of 3 dishes. These were used for redecoration in Holland.
floral scene and also anhua in the wall.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
...
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Asian Qing Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$1,719 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair Antique Dutch Delft Cows Painted in Polychrome Petit Feu Colors Circa 1780
Located in Katonah, NY
This pair of small polychrome figures of recumbent cows was made in Delft, Holland, circa 1780. Each cow shows a spotted hide and brown forelock, eyes, horns, and tail.
Each is deco...
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Dutch Rococo Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Delft
English Georgian Sterling Silver Shell Salver Tray by Coker, 1765
Located in New York, NY
George III sterling silver salver. Made by Ebenezer Coker in London in 1765. Round with molded scrolled rim interspersed with alternating large and small shells. Armorial with lion r...
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English Georgian Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
3 Wedgwood Bowls
By Wedgwood
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
3 Wedgwood creamware serving bowls with matching platters. The pierced rim bowl with a molded weave pattern having an accompanying platter of similar design.
Category
Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$2,900
English Chippendale Mahogany Octagonal Cellarette on Stand, Circa 1770
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chippendale mahogany octagonal cellarette with locking hinged top, fitted copper removable interior with handles, original molded brass ba...
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English George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Ancient Maiolica Tiles, Ambrogette, Rampini Manufactory, Pavia, 1693-1704
Located in Milano, IT
Six maiolica “ambrogette” (tiles)
Rampini manufactory, painter probably Siro Antonio Africa
Pavia, 1693-1704
a) 6.88 x 5.51 in (17.5 x 14 cm); 0.55 lb (252 g)
b) 7.08 x 5.70 in (18 x 14.5 cm); 0.51 lb (233 g)
c) 6.88 x 5.70 in (17.5 x 14.5 cm); 0.54 lb (245 g)
d) 6.81 x 5.51 in (17.3 x 14 cm); 0.50 lb (230 g)
e) 6.88 x 5.51 in (17.5 x 14 cm); 0.50 lb (229 g)
f) 7.08 x 5.70 in (18 x 14.5 cm); 0.51 lb (233 g)
State of conservation: intact.
These six ”maiolica fina” small “ambrogette” belong to a family of ceramic works considered among the finest produced between the 17th and 18th centuries. For a long time, this type of maiolica was attributed to the Venetian village of Angarano, but later it was definitively attributed to the pottery factories in Pavia. A fundamental study ascribed this production specifically to Pavia through an analysis of Lombard collections and a comparison with archaeological remains found near the two main manufacturing sites in the city. (E. Pelizzoni - M. Forni - S. Nepoti, La maiolica di Pavia tra Seicento e Settecento, Milano 1997).
The six small oval tiles have rounded edges and are decorated with a historiated motif. They were created using high-fired polychrome technique, with a predominance of cool tones and a dominance of gray and blue, interspersed with manganese, citrine yellow, orange-yellow, and green. The six small “ambrogette” are characterized by the same stylistic features, with a similar decorative design.
The first tile (a) depicts a female figure, holding a stiletto and sitting near a pedestal supporting a relief-decorated baluster vase. Behind her, a child is holding a chalice, while through the arches of a portico, a glimpse of a mountainous landscape can be seen in the background. The female figure could possibly be Lucretia, an example of virtue in ancient Roman culture.
In the second “ambrogetta” b), the Biblical episode of Judith and Holofernes is depicted through canonical iconography: the decapitated body of Holofernes lies on the bed in the background, while the protagonist, Judith, is seen placing his head into a sack held by a maidservant. Through an archway a shining slice of the moon gives the perception of nighttime. Surprisingly, within the narrative, there is the presence of a basin in the shape of a large shell, closely resembling the products of Pavia's factories.
The third small plaque (c) depicts a female figure standing on a plinth and framed by an architectural arch with a vast mountainous landscape in the background. The woman, with her breasts exposed, is accompanied by two children: one approaching her as if wanting to be picked up, and the other seated with an apple in his hand. The protagonist lends herself to different interpretations: perhaps she represents Rea Silvia with the two twin founders of Rome, or perhaps she is an allegory for the Pietà, a common theme depicted on maiolica.
In the fourth tile (d), three characters are depicted near a column. The main figure is an old man with a sad expression, holding a cup, while a woman, wearing a turban on her head, also holds a cup in her right hand and a pitcher in her left. A second woman with her hair bound holds another pitcher behind the old man: at his feet a traveller's bag can be seen, along with some apples and a slice of cheese on a rectangular base. It is likely the sad Biblical episode of Lot and his daughters...
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Maiolica
Gustavian Alpine Scandinavian Pewter Wine Can Flask Metalwork Decanter Flagon
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Very evocative piece of decor, a real old world relic of nobility and or wealth. Noted as a Swiss Swirl Wine Can by last collector owner, but could also be Austrian or German made. V...
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Swiss Gustavian Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Pewter
$1,400 Sale Price
60% Off
George III period silver dish cross - heater and stand for the table - 1773
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1773, this handsome, George III period, Sterling Silver Dish Cross, is of traditional form. The dish cross measures 3.25"(8cm) tall, by 13"(33cm) wide and dee...
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English George III Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
18th Century Spanish Ceramic Plate with a Country Scene
Located in Marbella, ES
18th century Spanish Ceramic plate with a Country scene.
Category
Spanish Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Decorative Basket, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1760
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A pierced basket standing on a well-formed rococo base. Perhaps for potpourri, although the internal decoration suggests another use. We think probably oranges, chestnuts, etc.
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English Rococo Antique 18th Century Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Porcelain
$4,060 Sale Price
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