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Sale Items
Victorian Era Wooden Bead Centerpiece Bowl Czechoslovakian Art Craft Studio
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Mesmerizing design, great table prop or functional decor, signed to bottom, Made in Czechoslovakia. Measures: Bowl only diameter 10.25 x height 3.25 in.
Category
Vintage 1910s Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Wood
19th Century Decorated Salt Glaze Crock Sipe & Sons Cake Crock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine Sipe & Nichols decorated stoneware cake crock has amazing hand painted blue decoration and in very good condition.Minor rim chip as you...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
1954 Antique Book Set: "Vie et Aventure de Salavin by G. Duhamel 5 books - 2Y256
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This is a 1954 antique book set of "Vie et Aventure de Salavin" by Georges Duhamel, consisting of 5 volumes. The books are in correct condition, with...
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Antiquities
Materials
Paper
Sponge Ware 19th Century Mush Cup/Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century monumental mush c & s in sponge ware is quite rare to find and is in pristine condition. Great addition to any collection.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Country Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Vintage 20th Century Floral Hand Painted Decorated Serving Platter - 2Y241
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming vintage 20th-century serving platter features a beautiful floral design, making it an elegant addition to any dining setting. The platter is made of ceramic and is fini...
Category
20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage 20th Century Book "L'Inconnu" by Paul Hervieu - Paris - 2Y239
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century book, titled "L'Inconnu" by Paul Hervieu, is part of the Paris Modern-Bibliothèque collection. The book is in good condition, with some signs of wear consis...
Category
20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Paper
19th Century Decorated Stoneware Jug from Keene, New Hampshire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century blue decorated stoneware jug has a interesting design and is signed by the maker J.S.Tamaka.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Country More Folk Art
Materials
Pottery
18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Antique Painting Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Great Italian painting from the first half of the 18th century. Oil artwork on canvas depicting a religious subject, the Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence, of good pictorial quality. Altar...
Category
Antique 1730s Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Early 20th Century Tribal Head Wrap, Northern Laos
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th century tribal head wrap, tai daeng ethnic group, northern laos
This head wrap is silk supplementary weft patterned panels stitched to a length...
Category
Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Silk, Cotton
Gaudi's Floral Symphony: Modern Reproduction of Casa Vicens-Inspired
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Elevate your space with a modern reproduction of Antoni Gaudi's decorative ceramic tile, inspired by the enchanting marigold and dianthus motifs from the iconic facade of Casa Vicens...
Category
2010s Spanish Jugendstil Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Antique 1929 Book "Mésaventures de Kato" by Yvonne Lelong - 2Y235
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Condition: Fair
Comments: The book is in good condition with some yellowing of the pages and slight wear on the spine. Please refer to the photos for more details.
Author: Yvonne Lelong
Publication Year: 1929
Language: French...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Paper
Early Yoruba Wood Circular Divination Board Face & Figures, Early 20th C round
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Very early large Yoruba divination board, a classic form round board with face at top, figures, couples, snakes, cowrie shells and other items around the edge of the board. Heavy wood, early 20th century, Nigeria. Areas of erosion, old insect damage and wear in center from traditional use.
Provenance: ex - Mereidi Singer Stoli collection, ex Lempertz Auction 2019
With small metal stand...
Category
Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Book by Eugène Nyon: "Les Cœurs d'Or" - Illustrated with 16 Drawings - 2Y92
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A charming vintage book titled "Les Cœurs d'Or" by Eugène Nyon, featuring 16 exquisite two-tone illustrations. This work is a beautiful example of classic French literature...
Category
20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Paper
Early 19th Century Folk Art Hand-Carved Gentleman Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This folky gentleman looks like a soldier or a officer of the military. The carving is quite good and he is mounted on a custom iron Stand. The patina is the best with minor chips fr...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Country Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Military Film with Metal Box "ECPA" - Se Poster Se Déplacer - 2Y206
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This rare piece of militaria history features a vintage military training film housed in its original metal box from the Établissement Cinématographique et Photographique des Armées ...
Category
20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Metal
19thc Original Red Painted Bucket W/ Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed & dated 1848 -WP original water bucket with the original wood handle.This hand made folky bucket has metal bands which keeps it tight together.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Painted Furniture
Materials
Metal
Dog Oil & Watercolor Signed Victoria 1986
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Signed Victoria 1986 watercolor is in fine condition and great frame original to the piece of art.
Category
Late 20th Century American Adirondack Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper, Wood
Beautiful Plaster House with "April 214 S.G.D.G" and "Bremail Inscription - 2Y35
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Add a charming and unique piece to your collection with this beautiful plaster house, inscribed with "April 214 S.G.D.G" and "Bremail." This detailed model is perfect for collectors ...
Category
20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Plaster
Hand Carved Volk Art Box with Mermaid & Brass Intarsia, Warsaw
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The fish-women or mermaid has been a symbol of the City of Warsaw, Poland since 1622. This box made around the beginning of the 20th century has a lot going on. Brass inlay 3 x W for...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Polish Folk Art More Folk Art
Materials
Brass
19th C Paisley Double Irish Chain Quilt, Dated 1886
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C Paisley Double Irish Chain Quilt From Pennsylvania. Dated 1886.
Finely Quilted. Gorgeous Paisley Border & Patchwork Chain.
This Quil...
Category
Antique 19th Century American Country Quilts
Materials
Cotton
Navajo Indian Eye Dazzler Weaving Pillows, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Navajo Indian eye dazzler weaving pillows - pair. Off white Chenille backing and zippered shams. Down and feather inserts.
Measures: 18 x 17.
Category
20th Century American Adirondack Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Antoni Gaudi Decorative Ceramic Spanish Tile of Casa Vicens, circa 1940
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Decorative ceramic tile by Antoni Gaudi, inspired by the marigold and dianthus motifs on the decorative ceramic tiles he designed for the facade of Casa Vicens, which constitute some...
Category
Vintage 1940s Spanish Jugendstil Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Les Carnets de René Mouchote - Original Edition by René Mouchote - 2Y137
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Explore a piece of history with Les Carnets de René Mouchote, a rare original edition by René Mouchote, the esteemed commander of the Alsace Group. This historical account offers a u...
Category
20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Paper
Hubley Original Painted Stage Coach Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing original aged stage coach door stop has amazing untouched patina. It is in fine condition.
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Les Autres Gens 06 07 book by Thomas Cadène - Editions Dupuis - 2Y149
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Explore the engaging narrative of Les Autres Gens 06 07 by Thomas Cadène, published by Editions Dupuis. This book, presented in a standard format, showcases the unique storytelling s...
Category
20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Paper
Navajo Eye Dazzler Indian Weaving Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Navajo eye dazzler Indian weaving pillow. Feather and down insert and zippered insert.
Category
20th Century American Navajo Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Histoire du Temps Passé: Les Récits de l'Aïeule by E. Charpentier book - 2Y140
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Delve into the rich tapestry of history with Histoire du Temps Passé: Les Récits de l'Aïeule by E. Charpentier, a captivating 20th-century work. This historical book features 74 engravings that bring the past to life through vivid illustrations and detailed narratives.
In fair condition, the book shows signs of aging with pages that have yellowed and some foxing. The binding is worn, and the gilding has faded. Despite these imperfections, the book remains a valuable and visually striking piece for collectors and enthusiasts of historical literature.
Key Features:
Title: Histoire du Temps Passé: Les Récits de l'Aïeule
Author: E. Charpentier
Edition: 20th Century
Features: 74 engravings
Condition: Fair; pages yellowed with foxing, worn binding, faded gilding (see photos)
Language: French
Pages: 319
Dimensions:
Height: 30.5 cm (12 inches)
Length: 23 cm (9 inches)
Thickness: 4 cm (1.6 inches)
Weight: 1.840 kg (4.06 lbs)
This book offers a glimpse into historical narratives with its unique illustrations and is a wonderful addition to any vintage book collection.
Category
20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Paper
Lot of 3 Vintage Books: Les Yeux Verts, Monsieur de Courpière Marie... - 2Y138
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Discover this intriguing lot of three vintage books, featuring a diverse selection of titles that offer a glimpse into classic literature. Each book in this collection is in good con...
Category
20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Paper
Navajo Chinle Indian Weaving Bolster Pillows, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Navajo Chinle Indian weaving bolster pillows - pair. Feather and down insert and zippered shams.
Category
20th Century American Adirondack Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Histoire du pays de Neuchâtel from Prehistory to the Middle Ages Volume 1- 2Y108
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This compelling historical book, Histoire du pays de Neuchâtel, covers the region's journey from prehistory through the Middle Ages. This is Volume 1 of the series. The book is well-...
Category
20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Paper
Antique Persian Kerman Rug
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th century Persian Kerman with a matching repetitive floral design with animal figures on a green ground surrounded by raspberry accents.
5' x 9'9''
Category
20th Century Persian Baroque Revival Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Straw Marquetry Box with Floral Rose Design – Early 20th Century - 2Y105
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This delightful vintage box, crafted from marquetry straw, features an elegant floral rose design, likely from the early 20th century or even earlier. The intricate craftsmanship sho...
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Wood
20Thc Amish Plain Quilt from Ohio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20thc Amish Holmes County Ohio plain quilt with double inner borders. This quilt is very nicely quilted & pieced. The cotton sateen fabric stands out with the quilting, This qu...
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Quilts
Materials
Cotton
19Thc Decorated Stone Ware From Evan Jones Cake Crock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine 19thc decorated stone ware cake crock is signed by Evan R. Jones and made in Pittston,Pennsylvania.It has two hand applied handles on each side.Th...
Category
Antique 1870s American Folk Art Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Tabwa Staff with Female Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand carved 20th century wooden staff, was crafted in the style of the Tabwa people located along the southwestern shores of Lake Tanganyika. The handle is finely decorated with...
Category
20th Century South African Folk Art Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Wrought Iron Eel Fork Mounted on to a Basalt Rock
Located in Søborg, DK
A wrought iron eel fork from the 18th century.
Extremely decorative and a functional piece of art.
Who ever made this made an extra effort to not just make ...
Category
Antique 18th Century Danish Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wrought Iron
David Kovesi Woman in Garden Abstract Painting
By David Knox
Located in New York, NY
Stunning small vintage painting by NY artist David Kovesi of a woman walking thru her garden.
This painting, oil on board has fabulous vibrant...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
California Pottery Ceramic Tropical Cockatoo on Hibiscus Branch Statue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Early Mid-Century Ceramic Tropical Cockatoo on Hibiscus Branch by Fame California Potter William Maddux. A great example of Hawaiian mania that swept th...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
Early Mid-20th Century Hand-Painted Nursery Fairy Tale Panels Set in Wood
Located in Lomita, CA
Fairy tales do come true, and here they are: Eleven brightly colored hand-painted panels with classic nursery rhymes. A group of 11 vintage folk art painted children's nursery rhyme panels in oil are classic.
These early to mid-century nursery rhyme panels include "Simple Simon," "Jack Be Nimble," "Little Bo Peep...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Paintings
Materials
Wood
Rare 19th Century Rockingham Lided Water Pitcher
By Rockingham Pottery Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine example of Rockingham / Bennington 19th century pottery is in mint condition and has the original lid. There is an American eagle on the spout and dogs, deer, rabbits, cats...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Patriotic Hand Painted Slate Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing Folk Art hand made & painted slate frame was found in Pennsylvania. Has a wonderful undisturbed painted surface.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Slate
Ikat Textile from Sumba Island Stunning Tribal Motifs, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Sumba, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations. It features a stunning array...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indonesian Other Textiles
Materials
Yarn
Antique Moroccan Textile Black & Gold Tapestry Rug, 19th Century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Moroccan textile black & gold tapestry
Additional information:
Materials: Gold, Textile
Color: Black
Styled After: Martyn Lawre...
Category
Antique 19th Century Rugs
Materials
Textile
19th Century Hand Hooked Folky Floral Rug Mounted with Braided Border
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing hand hooked mounted rug with multi braided borders is 19th century and in very good condition. This fantastic work of art comes from Ex Stephen Score Antiques Inc. colle...
Category
Antique 19th Century American Country North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
19thc Shenfelter Tulip Cobalt Blue 1 Galon Crock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Shenfelter In Redding PA, cobalt blue decorated crock Tulip design 1 Gallon. There is some burning during the making of this crock opposite of the Tulip.
Measures 8 x 8.5 ...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Navajo Weaving Pillows Pair
By Navajo Indian Saddle Blanket Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Navajo Weaving Pillows. Custom made with antique Navajo weaving and a black linen backing. Pillows are made with zippers for cleaning an...
Category
20th Century American Adirondack Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
19th Century Original Painted "Elma" Coffee Grinder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This silver-grey original painted tin coffee grinder in fantastic as found condition. This has the original crank.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Eye Dazzler Navajo Indian Weaving Bolster Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Navajo Indian Weaving eye dazzler pillows (Pair) Beautiful Colors of Black, White, Red, Taupe. This pillow is definitely and eye catcher. Feather and down insert and zippered casing.
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool, Linen
Early Holmes County Ohio Postage Stamp Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20Thc Amish Holmes County ,Ohio postage Irish chain quilt in pristine condition. This amazing blue back round quilt has a purple Irish chain trail.The...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Quilts
Materials
Cotton
Attie Articulated Seated Female Figure
By Akan Ashanti
Located in Sharon, CT
Seated figure with articulated arms. Remains of Kaolin surface.
sits on base (base included). A large impressive piece with strong
geometric 'play'.
Category
Mid-20th Century African Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Steel Found Objects Brutal Wall Sculpture by Bruce Gray
By Bruce Gray
Located in Denton, TX
A mixture of nuts and bolts and scrap metal with gears welded together to make this Brutalist sculpture a real show stopper
Bruce Gray known for his art in many museums and private ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Metal, Steel
Mid-Century Hand-Crafted and Hand-Painted American Duck Decoy
Located in Germantown, MD
An Mid Century, large, Hand-crafted and Hand-Painted American life size Duck Decoy measuring 21" in width, 9" in depth and 9.5" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Decoys
Materials
Ceramic, Plaster
19th C Navajo Indian Weaving Storm Pattern Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C amazing Navajo Indian weaving bolster large pillow in the storm pattern. The backing is in homespun linen and down & feather fill.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Hand Carved Wood Lion Toy Figure in Orange and Black, Africa, 1970s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A whimsical hand carved lion statue from Africa. Hand carved by local artisans in East Africa in the 1970s, this wooden statue will be a great accen...
Category
Vintage 1970s North African Tribal Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique East Anatolian Long Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique East Anatolian long runner rug. A great antique village rug from Eastern Turkey with considerable age and a highly unusual and intriguing design. The pile of the rug is knotted in angora (mohair), rather than wool, another unusual feature. Fantastic color palette with superb natural dyes. A top-flight collectible item that should be of interest even for the seasoned connoisseurs.
Well preserved and complete after minimal professional repairs. As a valuable antique...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Turkish Tribal Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Angora
1930s Amish Wool Doll Quilt in Plexy Frame in a Zig Zag Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a very interesting pattern wool doll quilt. It has the zigzag pattern or streak of lighting within a black and grey one patch through out. The entire quilt is made from the s...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Quilts
Materials
Other
Bronze Glazed Stoneware Bust 'Mathilda' Probably Sweden, circa 1940s
Located in Melbourne, AU
An exquisite and mysterious portrait bust has come into our possession. Her name is Mathilda.
The bust has been sculpted from earthenware clay and fired with a Bronze glaze. Given...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Metal
Studio Pottery Earthenware Bowl in Flow Blue and White - Signed 1972
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A petite earthenware ceramic bowl. This small vessel will be a great addition to a coffee table used as a vase, or a side table as a trinket dish. We also love the idea of using it as a salt well...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Paint
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