An antique cigarette case in 9 karat rose gold. A fabulous Art Nouveau / Deco rose gold cigarette case made by Wright & Davies c1907-1927. It has an MGM logo to the front corner (possibly Metro Goldwyn Meyer). There is also a signed name to the inside which cannot be deciphered - may have belonged to a movie star! A few minor dinks commensurate with age. Weighs 128grams. *** This item is not kept in the store. An appointment to view is required 24 hours prior to viewing. ***
A vintage small cloisonné vase. Pretty single cloisonné vase with pink and yellow magnolia flowers and green leaves. All very striking against a black background which is covered in small cloud like motifs giving an impression of height. Measures 50mm in diameter at base, 32mm across the top, 85mm at most bulbous area and 128mm tall.
Vintage cloisonné bowl with peonies. Beautiful cloissoné bowl in a creamy golden base colour and decorated with pink peony flowers to inside and around the exterior. There is also an added butterfly on the inside of bowl. The rim of bowl curls inward and has been hand painted in matching green, pink & turquoise. In good condition with just a small crack to the enamel on the inside below the rim. Measures 96mm in diameter at base, 155mm at widest and 115mm at the opening.
An Art Nouveau watercolour. A wonderful watercolour c1900 of a finely dressed lady looking out to sea with big cats at her feet in the manner of Edmund Dulac's "Circe, the Enchantress". Some foxing commensurate with age. Back recently enforced to secure 2 mounts. Inner mount measures 370mm by 315mm. Collect from store only.
Vintage handmade glass bowl in the form of a swan. A very eye catching large blue glass swan fruit bowl. The bowl area has lines of blues and yellow which gives an impression of ripples on water. The neck has been beautifully shaped to represent the graceful neck of swans. There is an interesting cracked glass effect to the top of swans head which is inside the glass and part of the design, not a fault. No makers marks. Collect from store only.
Small Japanese bronze okimono of Fukurokuju. One of the seven lucky Gods, Fukurokuju is famous for his elongated head which stores his vast wisdom and his old age. The name Fukurokuju literally translates to happiness, wealth and longevity. Measures 17mm in diameter at base, 18mm at widest, 20mm at deepest and 65mm tall.
Dutch silver miniature of a girl on a swing. A lovely detailed Dutch silver vintage articulated miniature of a girl on a swing. Hallmarked to one corner T*R* Zi. Weight 19grams. Base measures 44mm long by 40mm wide and 40mm tall.
Antique French cross in recognition of the life of Jeane D'Arc (Joan of Arc). One side celebrates her short life with a prayer to the reverse. The cross is finished with a fleur de Lis bail. A single hallmark can be found to the left of bail. Drop length 70mm from top of bail and 32mm at widest. Weight 16.9grams.
French bronze sculpture of a small hare. A gorgeous little bronze sculpture of a small hare sat on its haunches with front paws together. The creative acid patina technique is unique to the artist Pierre Chenet giving a unique colour to his bronzes. Marked with the artists crown stamp to the belly. This hare measures approximately 102mm at longest, 45mm at widest and 145mm at tallest.
A miniature articulated windmill in Dutch silver. A sweet vintage silver windmill with rotating sails. Sword hallmark to one sail and to the flag with 833 mark for silver grade. c1906-1953. Weight 12grams. Measures approximately 25mm at base, 25mm wide and 55mm tall with sails diameter 38mm.
Set of 12 cocktail sticks in their original fitted case. Wonderful & rare set of 12 sterling silver Art Deco cocktail forks complete in fitted case. Each fork has a hook end for hanging from rim of glass and measures 80mm long. Fully hallmarked for Birmingham assay c1926 and made by Hukin & Heath. The case is missing the hook clasp.
An antique bronze statue of Lord Ganesha. A wonderful cast bronze statue of Lord Ganesha in Veerasana pose denoting strength & vigilance - attributes of his protective qualities. This bronze statue has a gilt finish and an incredible amount of fine decorative detail. c1920 Burma. Measures approximately 200mm at longest across his 2 upper hands, 150mm at widest and 215mm at tallest. Weight 2.040. Collect from store or contact us for postage costs.
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