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Zig Zag Archmede Seguso
Located in Rome, IT
Rara variante di un vaso della serie Zig-Zag di Archimede Seguso del 1950-55. Una variante simile è presente nella collezione Olnick Spanu e nella collezione del Metropolitan Museum ...
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Glass
Antique 3 Gallon Blue Decorated Stoneware Crock Laurel Wreath Pattern c1870
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique 3 Gallon Pottery Crock With Blue Laurel Wreath Pattern Signed C1870.
10" x 11 1/8" x 11 1/8".
This antique pottery crock, dating to circa 1870, features a distinctive bl...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Pottery
Materials
Stoneware
Chinese Export Silver Bowl
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Bowl circa 1895, finely decorated with chrysanthemums on a matte ground, interspersed with six butterflies in flight. It has a single vacant shield-shaped cart...
Category
Antique 1890s Chinese Chinese Export Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Rare Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Hammered Bowl #271C with 3 Sections
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Rare Georg Jensen sterling silver bowl in pattern number 271C, beautifully hand-hammered, with stylized natural motifs adorning the rim and center of the bowl, from the 20th century....
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
A Silver Rope and Meddalion Bracelet, Jewelry for Women Yemen Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
A distinctive and finely crafted example of Yemeni silver jewelry, this Silver Rope and Medallion Bracelet, made circa 1900, reflects a unique departure f...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Yemeni Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
1970s French Hand-Painted Ceramic Eagle Sculpture Large-Scale Decor
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1970s French Hand-Painted Ceramic Eagle Sculpture, Realistic Large-Scale Decor
Description:
This striking ceramic eagle sculpture, crafted and hand-painted in France during the 1970...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Antique English plate, Ridgway, Imperial Stone “Batavia” 1830-1837
Located in Uppsala , SE
Rare exemplar of English pottery from 1830-1837.
John Ridgway, Imperial Stone, pattern Batavia.
Diameter 27 cm (10,6”)
Produced in a flow blue technique with a border of multicolo...
Category
Antique 1830s English Platters and Serveware
Materials
Porcelain
Ceramic centerpiece bowl, Fred and Andrée Stocker, 1960s
By Fred & Andrée Stocker
Located in PARIS, FR
Large White Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl, by Fred and Andrée Stocker from the 1960s. The rim is pierced and adorned with elegant sculpted patterns. In excellent condition.
DV1358
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic
A Silver Band, Jewelry for Women, Yemen Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
A striking and bold example of traditional Yemeni jewelry, this Silver Band, crafted circa 1900, showcases a rugged and expressive aesthetic characterist...
Category
Early 20th Century Yemeni Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Cube Catchall
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
A striking example of mid-century Italian glass design, this sculptural Murano glass cube catchall captivates with its bold geometry and intricate optical play. Handcrafted in the 19...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
French ceramic drip glaze pitcher, 1950s
Located in London, England
Special 1950s French ceramic pitcher, with a diverse range of glazing techniques used.
Haven’t owned a more intact and rare example.
H 34cm x W 27cm x D 24cm
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
Earthenware Bowl with Pierced Base, François Jarlov, 1990s
Located in PARIS, FR
Earthenware Bowl by François Jarlov from the 1990s, France. The bowl features a pierced base resting on a small circular foot. Glazed in a petrol blue. Artist's signature under the b...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Serving Bowls
Materials
Faience
Large Aperitif Set in 24 Carat Gold Plated Metal and Crystal, 19th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large aperitif set in 24 carat gold plated metal and crystal, 19th century, Napoleon III period.
A 19th century Napoleon III period 24 carat gold metal and crystal aperitif set comp...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
1970s French Pear-Shaped Ice Bucket, Silver Finish with Mirrored Effect
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1970s French Pear-Shaped Ice Bucket, Silver Finish with Mirrored Effect, Sculptural Design
Description:
This striking pear-shaped ice bucket, crafted in France in the 1970s, is both...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Barware
Materials
Aluminum
BOTERO Medium Thermal Carafe - Amalfi Blue
By Foglizzo 1921
Located in Torino, IT
The high-end thermal carafe is the result of a perfect balance of polished steel and leather, making it an impeccable choice for those seeking the ultimate in elegance. In addition, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
A Silver Brooch, Jewelry for Women, Morocco Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
This elegant silver brooch, crafted in Morocco circa 1900, is a beautiful testament to the refined artistry of North African jewelry traditions. The sur...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Moroccan Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
A Silver Brooch, Jewelry for Women, Kavkaz Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
This distinctive silver brooch, crafted in the Caucasus region (Kavkaz) circa 1900, is a remarkable example of the region’s rich decorative traditions. The brooch features a large, p...
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Earthenware pitcher "Liege" Ravelli, 1950s
By Ravelli
Located in PARIS, FR
Earthenware Pitcher "Liège" by Ravelli from the 1950s. Featuring a tall belly topped with a narrow neck and a small handle. The decor imitates the matte, irregular texture of cork, c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Earthenware
A Silver Bracelet, Jewelry for Young Women, Yemen Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
This charming Yemeni silver bracelet, crafted circa 1900, was designed with the youthful elegance of a young woman in mind. The bracelet features an intri...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Yemeni Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
A Silver and Filigree Spice Tower, Austria 1880
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite example of masterful silversmithing, this Austrian spice tower is crafted of silver and intricate silver filigree, showcasing remarkable artistry and fine attention to d...
Category
Antique 1880s Austrian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Two Yin-Yang Porcelain Pitchers, O. Castro, 2000s
Located in PARIS, FR
Two Yin-Yang Porcelain Pitchers by O. Castro, 2000s. Featuring a decor of faces painted in cobalt blue, with ochre and orange accents. Signed on the underside: 'O. Castro / Galicia-S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Pitchers
Materials
Porcelain
BOTERO Medium Thermal Carafe - Spritz Orange
By Foglizzo 1921
Located in Torino, IT
The high-end thermal carafe is the result of a perfect balance of polished steel and leather, making it an impeccable choice for those seeking the ultimate in elegance. In addition, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
BOTERO Large Thermal Carafe - Amalfi Blue
By Foglizzo 1921
Located in Torino, IT
The high-end thermal carafe is the result of a perfect balance of polished steel and leather, making it an impeccable choice for those seeking the ultimate in elegance. In addition, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
BOTERO Large Thermal Carafe - Spritz Orange
By Foglizzo 1921
Located in Torino, IT
The high-end thermal carafe is the result of a perfect balance of polished steel and leather, making it an impeccable choice for those seeking the ultimate in elegance. In addition, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Tableware
Materials
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel
A Silver Bracelet, Jewelry for Women, Yemen Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of traditional Yemeni silversmithing, this silver bracelet, crafted circa 1900, was designed to grace a woman's wrist with exceptional elegance. The bracelet features a refined openwork filigree design, richly adorned with scrolling foliate patterns and a series of heart-shaped medallions along the sides. The scrolling filigree patterns are beautifully framed by a banded and twisted rope border, enhancing the bracelet's delicate architectural form.
At the front, a prominent rosette centerpiece, executed in exquisite fine filigree, serves both as a focal point and as the closure mechanism, secured by a finely crafted removable pin. The bracelet also opens outward at the back via discreet hinges, allowing for ease of wear. Combining romantic symbolism with masterful craftsmanship, this piece captures the timeless artistry of Yemen’s jewelry...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Yemeni Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Oriente Italiano Rubrum Set Of 4 Coasters by GINORI 1735
By Richard Ginori
Located in Milan, IT
Set of 4 Rubrum Decorative Coasters from the Oriente Italiano Collection. These four red porcelain coasters, featuring intricate floral patterns. The gold trim enhances the beauty of...
Category
2010s Italian Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
Postmodern Ettore Sottsass Model 5074 Oil & Vinegar Set for Alessi, Italy 1978
By Alessi, Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Milano, Memphis Group
Located in London, GB
For sale is the iconic Postmodern 'Model 5074' Oil & Vinegar set, designed by Ettore Sottsass and produced by Alessi, Italy in 1978 (this is a more recent edition).
Released in the ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
A French Green Majolica Fish Tureen by Sarreguemines, Mid 20th Century
By Sarreguemines
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A French Green Majolica Fish Tureen by Sarreguemines, Mid 20th Century
Provenance: Private Australian Collection.
Dimensions:
Width: 30cm.
Height: 15cm.
Depth: 16cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Soup Tureens
Materials
Majolica
Rare Vintage Georges Briard Backgammon Theme Low Ball Rocks Bar Glasses Set - 5
By Georges Briard, Neiman Marcus
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rare set of vintage 1970s Backgammon theme barware glasses by Georges Briard. Set of 5 rocks, old fashion or low balls glasses detailed in white, black, and 22 Karat Gold. They are i...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Set of 6 Gilt German or Bohemian Art Nouveau Clear & Green Glass Wine Goblets
By Theresienthal, Moser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 6 antique Art Nouveau white wine stems.
In the Moser style.
Likely German or Bohemian.
Each with a round, clear bowl, a cut green stem, and a clear, quatrefoil shaped trumpet foot.
With thickly gilt floral devices to both the bowl and the foot and gilt accents to the stem.
Simply a wonderful set of antique Art Nouveau wine glasses...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Barware
Materials
Glass
Vintage Swedish majolica Gustavsberg, 4 side plates
Located in Uppsala , SE
Attractive vintage majolica side plates from famous Swedish company Gustavsberg, 1940-1970 , according mark.
Vibrant floral design
Diameter 15,5 cm
Set of 4 plates
Good vintage co...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Retro MCM 1970s - Set of 4 Tennis Theme Printed Bar Rocks Glasses
By Georges Briard
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage 1970s set of 4 Tennis theme barware rocks glasses. Printed in white, green and brown Ink, with 3 sets of crossed rackets, words like Love All, Nice Shot !, Thirty Love, Deuc...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Monumental Native American ceramic vase / planter by R.C.Gorman, Arizona 1980s
By Rudolph Carl Gorman
Located in Hastings, GB
Rare monumental Native American ceramic vase / planter by R.C.Gorman, Arizona 1987. Gorman was one of the Southwest's best known late C20th artists. His ceramic work featured Navajo ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Native American Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Hollywood Regency Modern Brass Glass Champagne Wine Chiller Ice Bucket on Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Modern Brass & Glass Champagne Wine Chiller Ice Bucket on Stand. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: Overall: 32" H x 10" W x 10" D. Bucket alone: 8.5" H...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Barware
Materials
Brass
Large Vintage Abstract Studio Pottery Catchall Footed Tray, Labeled
Located in Miami, FL
Large Vintage Abstract Studio Pottery Catchall Footed Tray, Labeled
Offered for sale a large pottery catchall tray glazed in rich hues of blu...
Category
Late 20th Century Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Antique Webster & Son Victorian Silver Plated Etched Tea Set - 3 Pc Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Webster & Son Victorian Silver Plated Etched Tea Set - 3 Pc Set. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 5.5" H x 10.25" W x 6.75" D.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Silver Plate
Vase Porcelain "Sevilla" - Blue & White - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase in the serie "Sevilla" designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 14 cm (5,6") tall and in excellent condition.
Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top n...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-century Japanese Abstract Floral Ashtray In Orange, Brown, and Tan
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century Japanese Abstract Floral Ashtray In Orange, Brown, and Tan
Offered for sale is a Mid-century Modern ceramic glazed ashtray created in iconic Mid-century colors. The base...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic
MCM 1970s Set of 6 Toscany Ski - Winter - Snow Theme Printed Bar Rocks Glasses
By Toscany, Georges Briard
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage 1970s NOS (New Old Stock) set of 6 Ski - Winter theme barware rocks glasses by Toscany. Printed in Red and White Ink, with a retro skier and words like Alpine, Christie, Schu...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Three Antique Gold Aurene Scalloped Edge Art Glass Shades C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Three Antique Gold Aurene Scalloped Edge Art Glass Shades C1920
Measures - 5.25"H x 4.5"W x 4.5"D
A set of three antique Aurene gold art glass shades fea...
Category
20th Century Glass
Materials
Glass
Chinoiserie Bird Shaped Teapot Hand-painted Blue White Decor
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage ceramic or porcelain small teapot is sculpted in shape of a bird or a phoenix, with large head, long wings, rounded tail, and ornate handle on the back. The teapot features traditional blue on white Chinoiserie decor of abstract graphic motifs; the tail, tips of the wings, beak, plumage, and handle are accentuated with solid blue. The teapot is fitted with small round lid; the open beak serves as a pourer.
The teapot is signed on the bottom by the artist or studio; due to the convenient size it can be used either as a milk or syrup pitcher, or as a teapot for one or two people. It is in very good vintage condition, and can be used either as serving piece in tablescape or as interior decor. The playful, unusual teapot...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Early 20th Century German Silverplated Brass Deer Stag Goblets
Located in Dallas, TX
Add rustic elegance to your barware collection with this charming set of three vintage silverplated brass goblets, each mounted on a finely cast deer hoof base. Likely crafted in Ger...
Category
Early 20th Century German Barware
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Dresden Potschappel Carl Thieme, early 20th century, 4 plates
By Carl Thieme
Located in Uppsala , SE
Set of 4 hand painted charming side plates from famous Saxon porcelain factory Carl Thieme, Potschappel.
Carl Thieme production consist exclusively ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Serving Pieces
Materials
Porcelain
Unique Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane 1965 - Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 13.5 cm (5.4") high and it´s in excellent condition. This vase is a unique one and was designed by Carl-Harry Stålhan...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Gray Pedestal Glasses - Set of 6
Located in Fairfield, CA
A set of 6 glasses in moody dark gray glass. Nice dramatic shapes with round tops and pedestal bases. Perfect for cocktails or as water glasses.
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Vintage Victorian Oval Silver Plated Rose Etch Platter Tray by Best Silverplate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Victorian Oval Silver Plated Rose Etch Platter Tray by Best Silverplate Made in England. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 0.75" H x 16" W x 12.5" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver Plate
Original blue murano glass ashtray, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage blue murano glass ashtray made in Italy in the 1970s.
The bowl is in very good vintage condition.
Dimensions:
Width: 9 cm / 3.5 inches
Height: 7 cm / 2.75 inches
Weight: 70...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Bakelite Serving Utensils - A Pair
Located in Charleston, SC
A really beautiful set of Smokey gray celluloid/bakelite serving set with beautiful wood handles. They look very Danish modern to me. But they are not marked. Circa 1955.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Bakelite, Wood
Rare Swedish majolica Gustavsberg, side plate
Located in Uppsala , SE
Attractive majolica side plate from famous Swedish company Gustavsberg, 1880s according mark.
Vibrant floral design with amazing colour palette.
Diameter 17,7 cm
Good condition w...
Category
Antique 1880s Swedish Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Large Brass Wine Champagne Cooler Bucket with Handle
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This impressive wine or champagne bucket features a brass finish. As seen throughout Europe this cast bucket will elevate any occasion. The natural patina of a piece creates a distin...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Empire Barware
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Ewald Dahlskog – Ceramic Vase - Bo Fajans Sweden 1930s
By Bo Fajans, Ewald Dahlskog
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase in a lovely shape and with the "Lava"-glaze designed by Ewald Dahlskog at Bo Fajans, Sweden in the 1930s. The vase is 18 cm (7.2") high ...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 6 Elegant Murano Wine Glasses with Blue Rim, Late 19th Century
Located in Hamburg, DE
This exquisite set of six antique wine glasses originates from Murano, the renowned glassmaking island near Venice, and dates back to the late 19th century. Each glass is mouth-blown...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Belle Époque Glass
Materials
Glass
Stunning Green Ceramic Vase, Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg - Mid 20th Century
By Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning green vase designed by Berndt Friberg at Gustavsberg in Stockholm, the vase is 11 cm tall and about 8 cm in diameter. It has a lovely green har-fur glaze. The vase is in e...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Antique Gold Aurene Ribbed Art Glass Shades C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair of Antique Aurene Gold Ribbed Glass Shades C1920
Measures - 2.25"H x 5.25"W x 5"D (Largest)
A pair of antique Aurene gold ribbed glass shades, datin...
Category
20th Century Glass
Materials
Glass
Set of 7 Kastrup Holmegaard White Cased Blue Vases
By Per Lütken, Michael Bang, Holmegaard
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful collection of 7 white cased blue glass pieces by Holmegarrd. There are some pieces by Per Lutken for his Carnaby group and by Michael Bang for the Palette group. A beauti...
Category
20th Century Danish Glass
Materials
Glass
A Fine Early 19th Century Irish Sarcophagus Shaped Cellarette or Wine Cooler
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine early 19th Century Irish well figured flame mahogany cellarette or wine cooler of sarcophagus form. This exceptional piece is finely hand carved with a deeply rich patin...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Irish Georgian Wine Coolers
Materials
Mahogany
French Saint Clément Majolica Green & Yellow Lemon Wedge Oyster Platter, c. 1930
By Saint-Clément
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely antique French majolica oyster platter made at the St. Clement faience factory in France, circa 1920-1930. Maker's mark on reverse. This gorgeous oyster platter has 12 oyste...
Category
Early 20th Century French Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Collection of Antique Mother of Pearl Caviar Serving Pieces
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Collection of Antique Mother of Pearl Caviar Serving Pieces, including eight dishes and four serving bowls. The dishes are of shell form, and ...
Category
Early 20th Century Platters and Serveware
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl
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