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Arnold Palmer: King of Golf
Located in Austin, TX
Spectacular retro 1960's black and white capture featuring legendary golfer Arnold Palmer in his prime. Arnold Palmer was an American professional golfer who is widely regarded as o...
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1960s Contemporary Texas

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

19th Century French Concrete Faux Bois Garden Bench
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, this 19th Century French Faux Bois Garden Bench was handcrafted from concrete in the 1800's. The piece features a curved design and has been meticulousl...
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19th Century French Antique Texas

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Concrete

Large French Louis XVI Style Maison Jansen Attrib Console Table Buffet Sever
By Maison Jansen
Located in Forney, TX
A large and most impressive vintage French Louis XVI style painted parcel gilt console table / server attributed to legendary Parisian design house Maison Jansen. *Rare opportunity!...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Texas

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Marble

Antique English Barbola Dressing Table Mirror, circa 1920
Located in Pearland, TX
A fine antique English barbola dressing table or vanity oval mirror with easel, circa 1920. This beautiful mirror has beveled glass and is crowned with a gesso floral swag. It would ...
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1920s English Vintage Texas

Materials

Gesso, Mirror

Six Charlap Hyman & Herrero Primavera Black Velvet Klismos Dining Chairs
By Schumacher, Charlap Hyman & Herrero
Located in Houston, TX
Set of six Rusnak Bros. lacquered Art Deco dining chairs newly upholstered in Hyman & Herrero Primavera Velvet for Schumacher. Charlap Hyman & Herrero with Pilar Almon based this fa...
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20th Century North American Art Deco Texas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Grande Modernist Italian Chandelier
Located in Austin, TX
Italian chandelier from the Veneto region with multiple ivory lacquered steel orbs connected with brass stems to the main body of the piece. This chandelier has been newly wired to...
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2010s Italian Modern Texas

Materials

Brass, Steel

EDWARD BOHLIN 1920s-1930s SILVER ART PARADE SADDLE HOLLYWOOD WESTERN ARTIST VAIL
By Edward H. Bohlin
Located in San Antonio, TX
Circa Late 1920s - Early 1930s. It is all Bohlin made and marked to include the saddle, the headstall and the breast collar. All made in Hollywood California. The only non-Bohlin item is the bit which appears to also be early California. There is some interesting provenance of the fine saddle. It was commissioned by Charles R. Bell, married to Margaret Vail Bell who was the daughter of Walter Vail. On the Bolin nameplate it has engraved, Vail Ranch as well as made for Charles Bell. Charles Bell Died in 1939. The Vail Ranch has some great Western History which I will go into a little detail. You see, not only am I selling Saddles, but I’m also selling History. If you want to skip the history lesson you can just scroll down past the following info to images of the saddle. It’s no secret that ranching runs in the family blood. There is no greater example of that than California Rangeland Trust CEO Nita Vail. On April 14, 2018 Nita had the opportunity to witness her great-grandfather Walter L. Vail’s induction into the Hall of Great Westerners at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. This high honor is bestowed by the Museum to “exceptional individuals who have made an indelible impact upon the history of the great West.” A pivotal figure in early California and Arizona ranching, Walter Vail joins just over only 200 individuals who have been inducted into this esteemed hall. The Vail legacy of advocacy and ranching lives on strongly through his descendants, including Nita. All these years later, Nita carries the mantle of advocacy for ranchers in her own work at the California Rangeland Trust. Reflecting on her great-grandfather’s induction ceremony in Oklahoma, Nita says, “Witnessing my great-grandfather’s induction with family and friends was an incredible experience and a reminder of why I do what I do. Ranching plays an integral role in the culture, economy, and quality of life in California. Generations later, I get to honor Walter L. Vail’s legacy in my work with the California Rangeland Trust every day, preserving those open spaces for new generations and partnering with ranchers to continue to sustain life on the range in California.” Walter Vail History A native of Liverpool, Nova Scotia, Walter Vail purchased the 160-acre Empire Ranch southeast of Tucson, Arizona in 1876, along with an Englishman named Herbert Hislop. In 1882, the Empire Land & Cattle Company was formed with Walter L. Vail as principal shareholder. Over the years Vail, along with various partners, expanded the original land holdings to include over one million acres. The year after Walter purchased the Empire Ranch, the Southern Pacific Railroad built a railroad line, which was great news for the Vail family as it provided a means for them to ship their cattle. Edward L. Vail, George Scholefield and Bird at the mouth of Rosemont Canyon ca. 1896-1898 Standing Up for Ranchers In the fall of 1889, the Southern Pacific Railroad announced they would raise cattle freight rates by 25 percent. They ignored loud protests from ranchers who had already been hit hard by depressed cattle prices. In response, the Vails made a plan to drive the cattle overland themselves without the railroad. They knew that, if they were successful, they could break the railroad’s monopoly on the ranchers and force prices down. Walter’s brother Edward Vail and foreman Tom Turner volunteered to drive the almost 1,000 steers on the 300-mile trip to the Warner Ranch in San Diego. The journey ahead would be grueling. Most of their trip was through desert with water sources 15 to 30 miles apart. The ranchers would face a slew of obstacles—a stampede, a chaotic Colorado River crossing, an encounter with a group of horse thieves. In spite of all the dangers and challenges, they reached their destination. Just 71 days after leaving Arizona, the Empire cowboys arrived at the Warner Ranch. They had only lost 30 steers. The historic Empire Ranch Trail Drive of 1890 inspired other Arizona ranchers to make similar drives as a stand against the railroad. That fall, a group of Arizona cattlemen met and agreed to fund improvements to establish a safe cattle trail from Tucson to California. In response to the united stand of the ranchers, sparked by the Vails, the railroad finally agreed to restore the old freight rate—on the condition that the cattlemen would make no more cattle drives. Walter Vail led by example, but he was also an active representative of ranching interests in the legislature. He served in the 10th Arizona Territorial Legislature in 1878 and in 1884 on the Pima County Board of Supervisors. He introduced two significant bills: One proposing the creation of Apache County in the northeastern corner or Arizona Territory, and the other calling for the repeal and replacement of a Pima County fencing ordinance. Elected to the Arizona Stock Growers Association in 1884, Walter L. Vail advocated for levying fines on outfits that brought diseased cattle into the Territory, proposed a system of recording brands and earmarks, and requested the establishment of the livestock sanitary commission to oversee quarantines on infectious diseases, and tighter trespass laws. Moving to California In the late 1880s when a long drought hit Arizona, the Vails began leasing California pastures and shipping increased numbers of their cattle there to fatten. This marked the beginning of Walter’s efforts to purchase land in Temecula Valley. Vaqueros (Mexican cowboys) at the Empire Ranch in Arizona In 1890, with growing corporate holdings in California, Walter Vail established his headquarters in downtown Los Angeles and moved his family there. By this time, he had pieced together four Mexican land grants—Pauba Rancho, Santa Rosa Rancho, Temecula Rancho and Little Temecula Rancho—to form the Pauba Ranch. Eventually, the Vails would own more than 87,500 acres surrounding the little town of Temecula. In 1892 they leased Catalina Island and in 1901-1902 in partnership with J. V. Vickers, they purchased most of the interests in Santa Rosa from the estate of A.P. More. In March of 1894, Vail and Gates joined Vickers in setting up a third cattle company, the Panhandle Pasture Company, with the hopes of expanding new markets in the east. The Panhandle Pasture Company bought seven thousand acres of grassland in Sherman County, Texas, and an equal amount across the line in Beaver County, Indian Territory (later Oklahoma). Walter Vail was tragically killed in a Los Angeles streetcar accident in 1906. After his death, the Empire Land & Cattle Company (later renamed the Vail Company) assumed control of all his ranches and other real estate holdings. Walter had five sons and they would all have a hand in running the various ranches and the Vail Company as whole throughout their lives. The Empire Ranch in Arizona was sold in 1928. The Temecula area ranches continued to operate until it was sold in 1965. Santa Rosa Island, the last of Walter Vail’s holdings, was sold to the National Park Service in 1986, and ranching operations shut down there in 1998. Walter Lennox Vail (May 13, 1852 - December 2, 1906) was an American businessman, cattle dealer, and politician. He is known for his Empire Land & Cattle Company (later the Vail Company), which spanned over one million acres throughout five states.[1] Vail has been called "a pivotal figure in early California and Arizona ranching." Early life Vail was born in Liverpool, Nova Scotia on May 13, 1852, to Mahlon Vail, Sr. and Eliza Vail. Career Empire Ranch The headquarters of the Empire Ranch in the modern day Vail left his family's Plainfield, New Jersey house in the middle of 1875 to pursue riches in the West. He worked for a few months in Virginia City, Nevada as a mine's timekeeper, but in November he wrote of his intention to get involved in Arizona's sheep business. He, along with an Englishman named Herbert R. Hislop, then purchased the Empire Ranch along with its 612 cattle on August 22, 1876. The purchase from Edward Nye Fish and Simon Silverberg cost $1,174 at the time and was only 0.25 square miles (0.65 km2). Vail had met Hislop for the first time in August of that year, at the Lick House in San Francisco. Vail also became the main shareholder of the Empire Land & Cattle Company, which was formed in 1882. Politics Vail additionally served in the House of Representatives on the 10th Arizona Territorial Legislature for two years, starting in 1879. He was one of five representatives from Pima County. There, he proposed the creation of Apache County in the northeast. In 1884, Vail was elected to the Arizona Stock Growers Association, where he introduced many laws relating to cattle farming. California Vail moved his main operations to California in the late 1880s due to a long drought in Arizona. He started leasing Californian land mainly in Temecula Valley, but established his headquarters in downtown Los Angeles. By this time, he had already bought four ranches: the northern half of Rancho Little Temecula, Rancho Pauba, Rancho Santa Rosa, and Rancho Temecula. Later, Vail would own over 135 square miles (350 km2) surrounding the city of Temecula. He also leased Santa Catalina Island and Purchased Santa Rosa Island in 1892 and 1901, respectively. Vail, along with Carroll W. Gates and J.V. Vickers, set up the Panhandle Pasture Company, which bought about 22 square miles (57 km2) in Sherman County, Texas and Beaver County, Oklahoma. Personal life Vail married Margaret "Maggie"[a] Newhall in 1881, with them having five children: Nathan Russel, Mahlon, Mary, Walter Lennox Jr., and William Banning (who used his middle name) together. In 1890, a Gila monster bit Vail on his middle finger, and for years thereafter he experienced bleeding and swelling in his throat, which was thought to be caused by the venom from the bite. Death Vail died at 54 on December 2, 1906, due to complications from a tram (Trolley Car) accident in Los Angeles. He was cremated, then buried at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery on December 6. Legacy Vail's sons took over the company after his death, renaming it to the Vail Company. The Empire Ranch was sold in 1928, and the Temecula ranches were bought by a syndicate of companies, including Kaiser Aluminum, Kaiser Industries, and Macco Realties in 1965. Santa Rosa Island was acquired by the National Park Service in 1986, and ranching ceased in 1998. Vail was inducted into the Hall of Great Westerners at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in 2018.[2] Various properties have been named after the Vail family including: Vail Headquarters, an outdoor shopping mall, Vail Lake, and Vail, Arizona. In 1867, German immigrant, Louis Wolf, and his Chumash wife, Ramona, built a small adobe trading post next to Temecula Creek. Their Wolf Store helped launch the Temecula community, serving as a saloon, livery stable, legal services, hotel, general store, stagecoach stop, post office, school and employment agency. After Louis and Ramona’s deaths, their land and other Ranchos were purchased by Arizona cattle baron Walter Vail. By 1905, the 87,000-acre Vail Ranch became one of the largest cattle operations in California, stretching from Camp Pendleton to Vail Lake to Murrieta. It operated through the late 1970’s when it was sold to build Temecula’s housing. Some of the ranch’s oldest buildings survived in a cluster around the long-vacant Wolf Store. Together they would wait more than 40 years to be restored and once again become a center for community life in the Temecula Valley. ​ In 1905 after his death, Wolf’s Temecula was purchased by Arizona cattle baron Walter Vail, along with three other Ranchos totaling 87,500 acres. The sprawling Vail Ranch spread from South of Highway 79 to South of Clinton Keith Road, East to Vail Lake Resort and West to Camp Pendleton and continued operations through the late 1970’s when it was sold for housing subdivisions. The remaining buildings that comprised the Vail Ranch Headquarters, several having been demolished, have sat mostly vacant since then awaiting their restoration and re-use. John N. Harvey, Edward L. Vail, Walter L. Vail, 1879 Ned Joins the Partnership - May 1879 In May of 1879 Walter’s older brother, Edward Lang Vail, known as Ned, joined the Empire Ranch partnership. He had no ranching experience but quickly learned. The Empire Ranch herds were finally sufficiently developed for sale, and the Empire Ranch found a ready market in the town of Tombstone and its nearby mines. Walter finally had sufficient funds to begin to pay off some of the loans from his Uncle Nathan and Aunt Anna. North end of the original four rooms of the Empire Ranch House. Empire Ranch Census Records - 1880 The 1880 U.S. Census documents that eight men were living full time at the Empire: the partners, Walter Vail, John Harvey and Ned Vail; John Randolph Vail, Uncle Nathan and Aunt Anna’s son; John Milton Requa, nephew of Isaac Requa who hired Walter in Virginia City; John Dillon, who was instrumental in locating the Total Wreck Mine; Tomás Lopez, a herder; and Mon Ta, the cook. Section of Official Map of Pima County by Roskruge 1893. The Southern Pacific Railroad Arrives in Pantano - April 1880 In 1880 the Southern Pacific Railroad finally reached Tucson and by April it was extended to Pantano, north of the Empire Ranch. The availability of rail transportation was a major boom to the Empire Ranch as it was now possible to sell cattle and beef to markets beyond Southern Arizona. The railroad also increased the availability of goods in Tucson and allowed for much quicker and safer transportation to California and the East. Empire Ranch land acquisitions are highlighted in red. Courtesy of Dave Tuggle Land Holdings Expand-1881-1882 Starting in 1881 the land holdings of the Empire Ranch expanded considerably. They acquired Charles and Agnes Paige’s Happy Valley Ranch near the Rincon Mountains in 1881. 1882 saw the addition of Don Alonzo Sanford’s Stock Valley Ranch totaling over twenty-eight square miles of grassland between the Whetstone and Empire Mountains. Charles Bell Bohlin Saddle. All of the leather has been professionally cleaned and conditioned. All of the sterling has been professionally polished as are all of my saddles. THE BOHLIN BRAND IS AS ICONIC AS THE FAMED WESTERN STARS that wore it. The late actor Richard Farnsworth sported a recognizable gold steer-head Bohlin buckle...
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1930s Realist Texas

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Silver

19th Century Empire Sofa Schumacher Sabi Tiger Velvet
Located in Houston, TX
Early 19th Century Empire sofa. This handsome burl veneer sofa features ebonized and gilt columns, urn finials, with two hidden drawers, all newly upholstered in Schumacher abstract ...
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Early 19th Century Empire Antique Texas

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Wood, Burl

Michael Kneebone Pink Opal Pink Sapphire Blush Baroque Pearl Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
a medley of pink gems unite in these fashionable dangle earrings. Conch shell pink Peruvian opals l tops the earrings. The cabochons are well matched, cut and polished to a glass-l...
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2010s American Contemporary Texas

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

Pair Dorothy Draper White Gold Gilt España Curule Benches for Heritage Henredon
By Dorothy Draper, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Mid-20th Century Dorothy Draper España curule benches for Heritage-Henredon featuring white painted wood frames with gold gilt detail and newly upholstered espresso Astrakhan...
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Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Texas

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Mohair, Paint, Giltwood, Wood, Upholstery, Silk

Mid-Century Rare Ceramic Oyster Plate Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Rare oyster Plate signed Robert Picault. Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) was born in Vincennes, Paris and studied at the School of Applied Arts in Paris. After the war he spent a short...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Texas

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Swedish Rococo Black Painted Secretary Bureau Dated 1778
Located in Round Top, TX
This rococo secretary has a monogram of KNS and date of 1778 seen along the front desk top and rests on bun feet. The dramatic serpentine drawers with curvaceous front and brass pull...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Texas

Materials

Brass

New Contemporary Majestic Royal Tibetan Tiger Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
31343 New Modern Tibetan Tiger Carpet, 08'00 x 10'01. Bathed in an aura of regal magnetism, this majestic contemporary Tibetan Tiger rug is a study in audacity, tradition, and luxury...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tibetan Texas

Materials

Wool

Marilyn Monroe Pinup - Photograph and Vintage Large Format Negative
Located in Austin, TX
~ Globe Photos Exclusive Offering for Sotheby's and 1stDibs ~ Offered exclusively to our Sotheby's and 1stDibs customers, Globe Photos is proud to announce a new hand-curated collec...
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1950s Contemporary Texas

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Pair of '920' Sofas by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of fully restored '920' sofas designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1960. Refinished rosewood frames reupholstered in green velvet.
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1960s Vintage Texas

Materials

Rosewood

French Provincial Louis XV Grand Regence Style Breakfront Sideboard
Located in Forney, TX
A vintage French Provincial Louis XV style carved walnut sideboard. Hand-crafted in France in the mid-20th century, excellent quality, exceptionally executed in timeless 18th cent...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Texas

Materials

Marble

Vintage But New Beaded Fendi Baguette Bag W Patent Leather & Swarovski Crystals
By Fendi
Located in Ashburn, VA
Limited Edition Fendi Beaded Baguette Rare Unworn Vintage Find! Black & Orange Beading Throughout Patent Leather Trim Swarovski Crystal Front Cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Texas

French Green Majolica Oyster Marcel Guillot, circa 1950
By Marcel Guillot
Located in Austin, TX
French green Majolica oyster signed Marcel Guillot, circa 1950.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Texas

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Russian Samarghand Area Rugs Circa 1910 - Wool Brown Ivory Yellow 71606
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of Russian Samarghand featuring Area Rugs in Circa 1910. Designed with Wool and BrownIvoryYellow, this exclusive design is perfect for enhancing your space.
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20th Century Russian Texas

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Wool

Antique Early French Gothic Carved Oak Tabouret Stool End Table Plant Stand
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and remarkable authentic nearly 300 year old early French Gothic hand carved oak tabouret (today use as a stool, end table or plant stand) Crafted in France in the 17th/18th ...
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18th Century French Gothic Antique Texas

Materials

Iron

19th Century Original Blue Painted Hanging Rack with 12 Pegs, Hungary
Located in Round Top, TX
This festive hanging rack is a wonderful example of the folk art found in Eastern Europe during the 1800's. The original blue painted background has traditional contrasting red trim....
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Folk Art Antique Texas

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Pine, Paint

Pair of Italian Brass and Glass pendants 1960s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Mid Century Modern Italian pendants, attributed to Azucena, designed by Caccia Dominioni. Italy, 1960s. The vintage ceiling lights have light each, rewired for the US. Beauti...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Texas

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Swedish Pine Corner Cabinet Cupboard
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the incredible aged patina of the pine that draws one to this traditional Swedish corner cupboard. The interior is painted a soft green, creating a contrast to whatever you cho...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Texas

Materials

Pine, Paint

Gilded Chain Statement Necklace with Etruscan Style Pendant By Carolee, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - 30" chain - 2" x 2" pendant with Mughal-style colored cabochons - Matte gold plate - Toggle closure - By Caro...
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1980s American Etruscan Revival Vintage Texas

Sophia Loren Pouring Champagne
Located in Austin, TX
A classic image featuring legendary Italian film actress Sophia Loren getting ready to pour some champagne into a fancy glass on New Year's Eve. Sophia Loren was born 20 September ...
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1960s Contemporary Texas

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Michael Kneebone Turquoise Lemon Citrine Diamond 18k Gold Lariat Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Chinese Spiderweb turquoise is paired with lemon citrine in this elegant lariat necklace. The fine black webbing dramatically contrasts with the b...
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2010s American Contemporary Texas

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

19th C. French Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French miniature mahogany salesman sample tabletop chest of drawers, circa 1880. Antique salesman samples were used in the...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Texas

Materials

Mahogany

Chinoiserie Nickel Bronze Faux Bamboo Flatware Set (144 Pieces)
Located in Round Top, TX
Beautiful, Chinoiserie-Style faux bamboo nickel bronze flatware in very nice original hardwood storage box. This set is in excellent condition a...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Chinoiserie Texas

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

19th Century Reclaimed French Courtyard Entrance Door
Located in Mckinney, TX
Using old salvaged doors in new modern homes adds a distinctive touch of history and character. This one-of-a-kind reclaimed door, once serving as the entrance to the courtyard of a ...
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19th Century French Antique Texas

Materials

Wood

Small White Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Z...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Texas

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Writing Desk From Century Furniture’s Chin Hua Collection
By Century Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
A coveted piece from Century Furniture’s Chin Hua Collection, this beautifully crafted writing desk from the early 1970’s at the start of the collection, it’s striking in its simplic...
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1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Texas

Materials

Lacquer

19th Century French Bleached Oak Display Cabinet Bookcase
Located in Round Top, TX
This large bleached oak bookcase is statuesque in size and is impressive with carved panels, drawers, crown, turned columns and more. At just over 8' tall, the 3 glass door panes add...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Texas

Materials

Glass, Oak

Michael Kneebone Jadeite Archers Ring Rice Pearl Torsade Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A jadeite archers ring is suspended from a multi-strand torsade in this elegant necklace. The white jadeite has random spots of green, what the C...
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2010s American Contemporary Texas

Materials

Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Barbara Barry for Baker Diamond Gold Leaf Cabinet
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful gold leaf 'Diamond' chest, from the Barbara Barry collection for Baker, fitted with two projected pyramidal carved doors, the interior in Chinese red with two adjustable sh...
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Late 20th Century Modern Texas

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique French Brass Altar Candlesticks, circa 1920
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb pair of antique French brass altar candlesticks with a triangular base, circa 1920. These fine cathedral candlesticks are decorated with stylized acanthus leave and handsome...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Texas

Materials

Brass

Majolica French Ceramic Cow Tureen Caugant
By Michel Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cow tureen circa 1940 signed Caugant.
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1940s French Rustic Vintage Texas

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Antique Mahogany Cathedral Birdcage, Petite
By Maitland Smith
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Over 6 feet tall. RARE petite monumental birdcage. Mahogany birdcage with stunning architectural features on a table/ base. Pull out tray for cleaning. 4 doors. 5 spires. Striking i...
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20th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Texas

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
This striking oak secretary is an elegant statement piece with paneled doors, crown and three large lower serpentine drawers. The entire secretary has been given a professional custo...
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Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Texas

Materials

Brass

Saint Esprit Dove Layering Necklaces, Saint Esprit III Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
I have always loved little birds and we are blessed in Arizona to have a huge number of species. Living on a golf course, we see delicate little hummingbirds, mourning doves, swallows and huge numbers of others co-existing nicely together. When I first became aware of the charming Victorian Saint Esprit pendants...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Texas

Materials

Crystal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Monumental Antique Italian Polychrome Painted Wood Refectory Table
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent original hand painted late 18th / early 19th century Italian refectory table. Italy, circa 1800, this one of a kind masterpiece executed in a rare and most impressive...
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Early 19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Texas

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

Antique Burmese Mandalay Period Buddhist Dancer Nat Spirit Deer Figure Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and exceptional antique Southeast Asian Burmese hand carved and gilded teak wood religious figure Buddhist temple -monastery sculpture. Exquisitely hand-crafted in Burma (present day Myanmar) in the late 19th century, finely sculpted from a single piece of teakwood, exceptionally executed in period Mandalay taste, highly detailed and decorated, showcasing the most exquisite craftsmanship throughout. Modeled in an exceedingly rare and unusual form, depicting a tall standing Na spirit figure, adorned in fanciful Royal dancer garment, elaborately decorated and embellished with brilliant polychrome colored mirrored glass jewel inlays, red lacquered dress tail, he stands carrying a golden stag deer around shoulders and neck, the naturalistic deer having delicate four point antlers, all over an ebonized base, resting on a custom later Thai wooden pedestal stand. Dimensions: (approx) Overall: 27"h, 9"w, 7.75"d Figure: 19.25"h, 9"w, 7.5"d Base 7.75"h, 8"w, 7.75"d; 10.5"h with post Condition: A superb museum quality example, wonderfully preserved original antique condition with nicely aged warm rich dark patina and minimal losses. *Additional photos available upon request We immediately gravitated towards it upon first sight, and have not seen another piece quite like it form, quality, or scope. It would look amazing in just about any setting, with its remarkable design and visually striking eye-catching light reflection, it's sure to become a focal point of any space, while adding a thoughtful touch of rich cultural history, sophistication, elegant warmth, tranquility and serenity to any home! Provenance / Acquisition: Personal property of Genshiro Kawamoto (b.1932), a Japanese real estate tycoon and avid decorative arts collector. To give an idea of both the size of the collection and the wealth Mr. Kawamoto had amassed, he purchased numerous (many 100s) of multi-million dollar homes in Hawaii, always paying cash. A string of homes he purchased for $2M-$20M each with the intent of using them as museums, (most people use storage units) just to house and display items from his extensive collection of antiques and artifacts. About 30 properties with a collective value of $200M in the Kāhala area of Honolulu he left vacant for decades, allowing them to fall into disrepair and get boarded up, attracting many complaints and media attention. Mr. Kawamoto was in the procession of building one of the most expensive homes ever built in Hawaii at the time of his arrest and subsequent deportation to his native country, Japan, where he was found guilty of tax evasion, sentenced to four years in prison and had his assets seized and auctioned off. We acquired this wonderful example from a prominent antiques dealer in Maui, Hawaii, who personally knew Mr. Kawamoto and procured this sculpture from the estate. Mythological History: The golden deer...
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Late 19th Century Burmese Antique Texas

Materials

Wood, Art Glass, Teak, Giltwood

Set of 5 mid century modern chrome zig zag brown velvet chairs, circa 1960s
Located in Houston, TX
Rare set of 5 mid century modern chrome zig zag chairs, circa 1960s. These sculptural cantilever chairs feature chrome frames and have been recently reupholstered in a rich brown vel...
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1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Texas

Materials

Velvet

Antique 19th Century French Limoges Porcelain Floral Oyster Plate
By Limoges
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French Limoges porcelain oyster plate, circa 1880. Marked "H & Co" on reverse - made by Haviland & Co in Limoges, France. This fine quality oyster plate has floral...
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19th Century French Country Antique Texas

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Reclaimed 3-Panel French Wardrobe Door with White Paint
Located in Mckinney, TX
Reclaimed 19th-century 3-panel French door with beveled trim detailing. Install in a new home to instantly add a layer of unrivaled character that can’t be replicated with modern mas...
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19th Century French Antique Texas

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Wood

Sconce in Hand Carved Black and White Onyx, Piedra Lighting Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Our Piedra lighting takes its inspiration from the stone masks of the ancient civilization of Teotihuacán. Carved in the Mexican city of Tecali — which means ‘stone house’ in Nahuatl — the fixtures draw on the clean lines, defined angles, and streamlined silhouettes that epitomize the pre-Colombian stone masks. Sculpted from carefully chosen marble or onyx, each piece reflects the unique character of the individual stone from which it is formed.* Wall or ceiling mount; hardwired, requires professional installation. Single socket for type A bulb up to 60w. Tala, Porcelain II LED bulb included. UL listed. Brass hardware (standard) or brushed nickel hardware (upon request). Also available in terra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Texas

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Onyx

Rose Tarlow Melrose House Puccini Blue Scalamandré Tigre Velvet Armchair(s)
By Rose Tarlow
Located in Houston, TX
21st Century Rose Tarlow Melrose House Puccini arm chair(s), with modified frame, patinated, 22K gold trim, blue Scalamandré Tigre Velvet Blue. Two ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Texas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Large French Mid-Century Wicker Vase
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Mid-Century Wicker Vase.
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1950s French Bohemian Vintage Texas

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Wicker

Mid-Century French Ceramic Vase Robert Picault Vallauris
By Robert Picault
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century French Ceramic vase signed Robert Picault Vallauris.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Texas

Materials

Ceramic

French Ebony of Macassar Enfilade/Buffet
Located in Austin, TX
French buffet/sideboard made of Ebony of Macassar. The enfilade features gilded hardware; tapered legs and four doors that open up to an adjustable lemon wood interior shelves set up...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Texas

Materials

Brass

19th Century Majolica Oyster Plate Wasmuel
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
19th-century Majolica oyster plate Wasmuel, the wells are divided by blues lines, and red stars. One minor chip on the back. Reference / Page 48 "Oysters plates" of J. Karnitz.
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1880s Belgian Victorian Antique Texas

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Gold Murano glass leaf sconces
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of large Mid-Century Modern gold Murano glass sconces, Mazzega style, Italy 1980s. Two pairs of sconces available - Set of four sconces. Sold and priced by pair. The large Itali...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Texas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Ronzan Ceramic Signed Boxer Dog Puppy
Located in Pearland, TX
A fine vintage hand painted boxer pup made by Ronzan in Bassano, Italy, circa 1950. Signed on reverse. This charming dog is beautifully hand painted with fine details, especially evi...
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20th Century Italian Texas

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Religious Carved Polychrome Painted Devotional Icon Triptych Folk Art
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning rustic antique Christian carved wood devotional painting triptych, early 20th century or most likely much older, handmade religious folk art in Medieval / Middle Ages tast...
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Early 20th Century Folk Art Texas

Materials

Metal

French Cherry Oval Wine Tasting Table
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful French wooden wine table, also known as a picnic table, has a long history rooted in functionality and convenience! They can be traced back to ancient Egypt. Fast forw...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Texas

Materials

Cherry

19th Century Built-In French Provincial Wardrobe Wall with Doors
Located in Mckinney, TX
This built-in wardrobe paneling is truly a remarkable piece that commands attention in any space. Salvaged from an early 19th-century chateau in France, it consists of seven distinct...
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Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Texas

Materials

Wood

Vintage Carpentry Woodworking Pine Workbench Table
Located in Forney, TX
A vintage carpentry woodworking - craftsman's pine workbench. Dating to the first half of the 20th century, having a thick rectangular solid pine top with desirable overhang and recessed chanel trough, single hand crank vice clamp with heavy iron and steel elements (easy to remove to free up tabletop space if needed), all rising on four strong straight block legs, joined by a sturdy lower tier stretcher shelf. circa 1940s Similar to the centuries old original Roubo workbench, circa 1769, designed by French carpenter and master cabinetmaker André Jacob Roubo (1739–1791). Simple, reliable, and effective, retaining original antique character marks and beautifully aged patina over the whole. As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as originally intended as a functional work bench, repurposed as a kitchen island in an old farmhouse, industrial butcher block cutting board stand, Provincial vineyard wine tasting counter, rustic dining table or sideboard server, wooden writing desk, oversized hall console, or potting bench...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Texas

Materials

Steel, Iron

19th Century Neoclassical Style Giltwood Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century French Neoclassical style mirror with a giltwood frame featuring two griffins flanking a coat of arms.
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Texas

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bracelet from the Hardware Line
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Hardwear Bead Bracelet.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Texas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Flamenco Dancer with Fan
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning French ink drawing of flamenco dancer poised with fan extended, circa 1960. Original artwork on paper displayed on a white mat with a gold border. Archival plastic sleeve...
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1960s Texas

Materials

Ink

Tall Gray-Painted Swedish Buffet
Located in Houston, TX
Tall gray-painted Swedish buffet, or cupboard, circa 1840-1869. Dark Gray faux marble painted top. Two paneled doors with lock and key. Sits inside hand-carved scalloped base. Three ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Texas

Materials

Metal

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