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Item Ships From: San Francisco
Cast Iron Native American Indian Chief Bust
Located in San Francisco, CA
Impressive cast iron bust of a Native American chief displaying a look of true pride. His headdress, adorned with buffalo horns, a traditional symbol of his bravery and leadership. ...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

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Iron

Satsuma Hand Painted Vases
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 19th century gorgeous satsuma vases. Hand painted, gilded w/ flowers & birds ( signed ).
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19th Century Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Italian Grand Tour Bronze Bust of Dante
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional large antique Italian Grand Tour Bronze and bust of Dante Alighieri, mid to late 19th century circa 1880. This fine bronze is modeled as the 13th century Italian Poet,...
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19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Bronze

Japonesque Bronze Cache Pot by Berndorf, Austria, (marked) circa 1890
By Berndorfer Metallwarenfabrik
Located in San Francisco, CA
Japonesque bronze cache pot by Berndorf, Austria, circa 1890. Nouveau with a Japanese decorative motif. Stamped Bergdorf over an E Decorated with thr...
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1980s Austrian Japonisme Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Art Deco Austrian Bronze Rabbits Signed R. Desset
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Art Deco Austrian Bronze Rabbits Signed R. Desset Each rabbit mounted on a block of variegated green serpentine marble. Rabbits are ea...
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

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Bronze

Mid-century Danish Jens Quistgaard Teak Dansk Oval Bowl c.1960
By Dansk
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A Mid-century Teak oval shaped bowl designed by Jens H. Quistgaard. This piece has the 4 duck markings and "Dansk Designs Denmark JHQ" branded to the bottom CREATOR Dansk...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects in San Francisco

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Teak

Tall Vase by Carl-Karry Stalhane
By Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Carl-Harry Stalhane vase in hare's fur glaze of tans and cinnamon. Crafted by Rörstrand in the 1960s, and inscribed by the artist.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Modern Decorative Objects in San Francisco

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Stoneware

Early 20th Century Carved Wood Mary and Child in Medieval Style
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th Century wood Mary and Child in Medieval Style, likely carved in the Philippines. 17.75" x 4" x 4"
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Early 20th Century Philippine Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Wood

Aldo Londi for Bitossi Ceramic and Fused Glass Pottery Vase, circa 1950s
By Aldo Londi
Located in San Francisco, CA
Aldo Londi for Bitossi ceramic and fused glass pottery vase, circa 1950s Rare ceramic vase with glass front by Italian designer Aldo Londi for B...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Ceramic

Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Period Carved Lohan Figure
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 18th century Chinese Qing period carved Lohan figure in draped robes. Very finely carved heavy dark rosewood. The aged surface patina with tight gra...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Rosewood

Shell Currency Yua Bride's Price, Papua New Guinea
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Yua Shell Currency, Bride’s Price Sepik River Region, Papua New Guinea Hand carved from a clam shell Measures: 7.5 x 8.5 in / 19 x 22 cm Height on c...
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20th Century Papua New Guinean Other Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Shell

English Campaign Style Rosewood Brass Inlaid Lap Desk, circa 1850
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine quality brass inlaid Campaign style traveling desk with a recessed brass handle engraved with the name of its owner, Anne Orten. The piece opens to reveal a velvet lined writi...
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Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Brass

19th Century Pair of Hand Carved Anglo Indian Teak Wood Picture Frames
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century pair of hand carved Anglo-Indian teak wood picture frames Beautiful matching pair of hand carved frames. Each frame measures 8" x 13". The openings measures 4.5" x 6.5...
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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Glass, Teak

KNY Schreerer Corp. NY Copper Medical Sterilization Container
Located in San Francisco, CA
KNY Scheerer Corp., NY copper medical sterilization container Kny-Scheerer Company was a fairly small operation that produced medical equipment and manufactured X-Ray tubes between ...
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1920s American Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Copper

19th Century Gothic Style Bronze Reliquary Box With Repousse Figures
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th Century Gothic Style Bronze Reliquary Box With Repousse Figures 8.5" x 4.75 x 3.5"H
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19th Century Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Bronze

Victorian Elkington Electrotype Charger Plate
Located in San Francisco, CA
Victorian Elkington Electrotype Charger Plate "Temperantia" (After Francois Briot) Beautifully decorated in relief with allegorical cartouches, birds and figures 19"D
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20th Century Decorative Objects in San Francisco

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Metal

"Special Delivery" Sculpture by Bay Area Blacksmith William Roan
Located in Point Richmond, CA
2013 Forged steel and cast bronze Measures: 9 H x 5 W x 16 D in. / 23 x 13 x 41 cm Hand crafted by William Roan, the blacksmith famous for making the original Bay Bridge Tro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Other Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Antique Swiss Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Head Lidded Tobacco Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of large scale, the well-delineated and intricately carved head of a dog with hat motif lid; the expressive face with glass eyes and large snout; most likely from the Black forest ar...
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Walnut

Figurative Sculpture by Carol Abramovitz, 1958
Located in San Francisco, CA
Carrie Abramovitz abstract torso of a woman, 1958. Living and working in Palo Alto California and exhibiting at Stanford University and other S.F. Bay Area fairs and exhibitions. Kno...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Bronze

Shell Currency Yua Bride's Price, Papua New Guinea
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Yua Shell Currency, Bride’s Price Sepik River Region, Papua New Guinea Hand carved from a clam shell Measures: 7 x 7.5 in / 18 x 19 cm Height on cus...
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20th Century Papua New Guinean Other Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Shell

African Wood Sculpture
By Craft and Folk Art Museum
Located in San Francisco, CA
Very kool piece of African art. I am not exactly sure how old, but from bottom of base I would guess 1st quarter of 20th century. It is all wood and depicts wh...
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1920s North American Folk Art Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

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Wood

Esther Hunt Chalkware Bust c.1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An early 20th c. painted chalkware figure by artist Esther Hunt. Signed by the artist and titled "Peachflower". CREATOR Esther Hunt, San Francisco. DATE OF MANUFACT...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Composition

1950s Canvas Meese Inc. Basket
Located in San Francisco, CA
Take a trip down memory Lane with this charming 1950s Canvas Meese Inc. Basket, perhaps once used to transport freshly laundered linens. This vintage piece exudes character and histo...
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1950s Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

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Canvas, Wood

1950s Canvas Meese Inc. Basket
1950s Canvas Meese Inc. Basket
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Green Argento Vase by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg
By Wilhelm Kage
Located in San Francisco, CA
A mottled green Argenta vase with a waved edged and hand-painted silver flower decorations. Signed on base. Gustavsberg, G, Kåge 850.
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1930s Swedish Modern Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Stoneware

Large Greek Revival Copper Urn
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large Greek Revival Copper Urn
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19th Century Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Copper

19th Century Roman Bronze Statue of a Woman
By Giovanni Nisini
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century Roman bronze statue of a woman. Italian Grand Tour bronze. Mark and foundry: G. Nisini, Roma. Good dark antique patina, circa 1860-188...
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19th Century Italian Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Bronze

Contemporay Natural Pink White and Brown Onyx Table Top Lamp
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Contemporary natural pink, white, and brown onyx tabletop lamp Created from two thick slices of onyx, hollowed out to construct concave circles, formi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Other Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Onyx

Carved Wood Bust of African American Man Signed H. Minor
Located in San Francisco, CA
Carved Wood Bust of African American Man Signed H. Minor
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20th Century Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Wood

Large-Scaled and Striking Pair of Hessen Glaswerke White Striated Ovoid Vases
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large-scaled and striking pair of Hessen Glaswerke midcentury white striated ovoid vases (West Germany); each tall vase of ovoid form with short neck above an ovoid body; the lumin...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Art Glass

Bronze French Style 3 Branch Candelabra
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 19th century Bronze French style 3 branch candelabra w/ roman figure, fluted shaft w/ tripod base & paw feet.
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19th Century Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Czech Amphora Porcelain Sculpture of a Camel and Mounted Rider
By Amphora
Located in San Francisco, CA
A magnificent Mid-20th century Czech Amphora Porcelain sculpture modeled as a “Camel and Mounted Rider”, of imposing size and in Fine original condition. The Amphora Porcelain Works existed from 1892 – 1945 in the Teplitz-Turn area of Bohemia, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, but since 1918, in Trnovany in the Czech Republic. Founded in 1892 under the style of RSt&K, by Riessner, Stellmacher and Kessel, the son and sons...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Porcelain

Baca Vase by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen
By Nils Thorsson
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 'Baca' vase by Nils Thorsson by for Royal Copenhagen. Marked 719/3259 and signed on base.
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Ceramic

Pair 19th Century Baroque Candle Sconces, Italy, 1700s
Located in San Francisco, CA
These ornate 18th-century wall sconces are crafted from carved and painted wood with traces of original gilding. Shaped like a curling cornucopia, they feature lush acanthus leaves, ...
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19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Metal

19th Century Napoleon Bronze Thermometer Depicting colonne Vendome
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th Century Napoleon Bronze Thermometer Depicting colonne Vendome Marble Base 3" x 7.5"
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19th Century Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Marble

Exceptionally Large Pair of Kashmiri Indo-Persian Lacquered Copper Vases
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare and exceptionally large pair of Kashimiri Indo-Persian lacquered copper baluster-form vases; each tall vase adorned with 3 reserves depicting sc...
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19th Century Indian Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg
By Josef Ekberg
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handmade blue vase by Josef Ekberg for Gustavsberg. Each piece is unique and decorated with the Sgrafitto technique that was developed b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 19th Century Copper Plate Spelter Ewers
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of 19th century copper plate spelter ewers Dimensions 6.25" x 6.5" at the base x 20.5" high Very good antique condition.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Spelter

Pair of 19th Framed Century Carved Lime Wood Sculptures Depicting Romantic Scene
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of 19th Framed Century carved lime wood sculptures depicting romantic scenes Swizerland 9.5"H x 8.25"W x 2.25"D framed 5.5" x 8.5"H unframed
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17th Century Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Wood

Pair of Cloissone Vases 9.25" x 4" x 4"
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair Cloissone Vases 9.25" x 4" x 4"
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19th Century Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Late 19th/Early 20th century Copper Pot
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Antique copper pot or saucepan with two handles. 19th-early 20th century. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1880-1920. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Copper Plat...
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Late 19th Century Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Copper

European Articulated Wood Figure "Giuseppe"
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th century - European articulated wood Folk Art figure, I gave this cute & adorable guy the name " Giuseppe " he reminds me of someone I met in I...
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20th Century Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Wood

Mukuba 'Hat', Bwami Society, Lega Culture, Democratic Republic of Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mukuba (Hat), Bwami Society, Lega Culture, Democratic Republic of Congo 1st Half 20th Century Plant fiber, buttons, elephant tail hair, blue cloth 7...
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20th Century Congolese Other Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Cotton, Natural Fiber

Set of 5 Royal Haeger Pottery Vases w Brown & Russet Drip Glaze on Ivory Ground
By Royal Haeger
Located in San Francisco, CA
nice collection of vintage Royal Haeger pottery vessels; marked 'Royal Haeger, USA' to underside
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Chinese signed Martaban storage containers
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Chinese signed Martaban storage containers (wine jars) with brown earthenware 18th century 12x12x20
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18th Century Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Clay

Pair of Chinese Export Canton Rose Vases Provenance: Paul Vandekar
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine pair of Chinese export vases in the Canton Rose Medallion pattern and palette. Provenance: Earle D. Vandekar, London.
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Porcelain

Bronze Sculpture of Rudolph Nureyev Signed "Fisher"
Located in San Francisco, CA
Patinated bronze sculpture after Richard MacDonald depicting the male ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev pulling his shirt while looking down with open-mouthed expression. Marble base. S...
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20th Century Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Paris Porcelain Compote
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century French Paris porcelain compote of bold form. Blue and gilt Rococo decoration. Good large scale centerpiece, circa 1860.
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-19th Century Gutta Percha Box with Photo's & Contemporary Notes on Genealogy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-19th century Gutta Percha Box with photo's and contemporary notes on Genealogy Fantastic mid-19th century gutta percha box with standing figures and a horse. Gutta Percha b...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Other

19th-c. French Bronze Woman Leaning on Column
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century French bronze woman leaning on column with embossed foundry stamp.
Category

19th Century Unknown French Provincial Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Bronze

Ceramic Bear by Knud Kyhn
By Knud Kyhn
Located in San Francisco, CA
A finely crafted Mama Bear figure, model #21520, is designed by Knud Kyhn for Royal Copenhagen. The simple, yet expressive design highlights Kyhn's signature naturalistic style. Mark...
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Ceramic

Very Fine Quality English Mahogany Letter Box Made and Labeled by F. Waller
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very fine quality English mahogany letter box made and signed by F. Waller and so labeled. This finely crafted letter box has 2 drawers one on each side fitted with campaign style ...
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1830s English Regency Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Brass

Antique English Oak Brass and Copper Barrel Style Bucket, circa 1840
Located in San Francisco, CA
Wonderfully aged oak bucket or large pitcher with brass banding, handle and spout. England, Mid-19th Century.
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Mid-19th Century English Rustic Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Glazed Ceramic Female Nude Sculpture
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Magnificent Female nude sculpture holds no bounds, Calmly sitting with birds while slightly covering herself she is a true beauty. Done in the 1930's she sits quietly & serene w...
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20th Century Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Ceramic

Hoe-Shaped Iron Currency "Mbili Ngbaka, " Ngbaka, D.R. Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Hoe-Shaped Currency "Mbili Ngbaka," Ngbaka, D.R. Congo 20th century Iron, accumulation 16 x 7 in. / 41 x 18 cm Height on custom display stand: 18.25 in. / 46 cm This interesting type of iron currency was used for major transactions such as dowry payments. The two wings added to the lower tips of the hoe underline the non-utilitarian character of this type of currency (Ballarini, "The Perfect Form...
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20th Century Congolese Other Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Iron

Sigmoid Shaped Glass Vessel by Monica Bratt
By Monica Bratt, Holmegaard
Located in San Francisco, CA
An sigmoid shaped bowl of sapphire blue glass, by Monica Bratt for Holmgaard Glass. Textured finish to the glass from the making process. One small imperfection on the underside, o...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Glass

Mounted Specimen: Apophyllite, Stilbite, Chalcedony
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mounted Specimen: Apophyllite, Stilbite, Chalcedony #L9W Dimensions: 6 x 8.5 x 2.5 in. / 15 x 22 x 6 cm Height on custom display stand: 9 in. / 23 c...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Indian Other Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Steel

j.g. Wiggins Folk Art Carved Wood and Painted Figure of George S Patton Signed a
Located in San Francisco, CA
J..G. Wiggins Folk Art Carved Wood and Painted Figure of George S Patton Signed and Dated 1952 3.25:w x 3.25"d x 10.5"h
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1950s Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Wood

A Large 1960s Carved Rosewood Mouse: Gumps, San Francisco
By Gumps
Located in San Francisco, CA
the large upright mouse with direct gaze fitted with leather ears and incised whiskers; above a bulbous elongated body with curled tail; with foil label 'Gumps'
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1960s Philippine Modern Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Wood

Pair of Gulvase Vases by Otto Brauer
By Holmegaard, Otto Brauer
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of large cobalt "Gulvase" apothocary vases by Otto Brauer for Holmegaard glass.
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Glass

Jizai Koi and Water Motif, Japan, Miji Period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
This jizai is an excellent example of a well-balanced and pleasingly carved sculpture of koi swimming in waves. Once part of a Japanese hanger (jizagake) for a kettle hook, it served...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Objects in San Francisco

Materials

Wood

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