{"title":"All","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"antique-english-bronze-3pc-desk-set-inkwell-letter-pen-tray-w-banded-agate","title":"Antique English Bronze 3pc Desk Set: Inkwell, Letter \u0026 Pen Tray w\/ Banded Agate","description":"\u003cp\u003eWonderful antique 19th century English Victorian era gilded bronze 3pc writer's desk set including 6 5\/8\" inkwell, letter opener and 'porte plume' or pen tray with large banded agate medallion accents and mechanical inkwell button with G.B. \u0026amp; Sons English maker, \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhich is the mark of George Betjemann \u0026amp; Sons, very famous maker, and date marks on the registration are for 22 August 1874. \u003c\/span\u003e The inkwell featuring three large agate medallions around the base and another crowning the sphere well, the pen tray with one at the center and three adorning the handle of the letter opener. All with raised or applied bronze setting and ornate surroundings. Wonderful decorative appeal and these old medallion, particularly agate, accented pieces always seem to be popular. The inkwell with a mechanical push-button that releases the lid, the button itself with the maker mark for \"G.B. \u0026amp; Sons\" of London along with the English patent or registry mark. A fabulous desk or writing table top ensemble and one of several truly superb old inkwells and writing related pieces that we're adding this week so, be sure to browse some while you're with us. Thanks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood to very good condition. The inkwell has a two-toned appearance with the majority having a coppery hue with the settings\/accents and handles in a gold color. There are several 'nicks' to the blade of the letter opener. Surface scuffing on most but not bad with age considered. The inkwell has the original interior fitting, a bronze top with attached glass ink pot. The button releases the top but it doesn't spring up as it would have when new. No chips, cracks or damage to the agate. See pictures for all measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947253743660,"sku":"agat3pc","price":688.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_5855515c-e276-46c0-a69b-ccd2ad98713b.jpg?v=1580321690"},{"product_id":"antique-art-nouveau-matched-pair-of-sterling-silver-enamel-7-5-picture-frames","title":"Antique Art Nouveau Matched PAIR of Sterling Silver \u0026 Enamel 7.5\" Picture Frames","description":"\u003cp\u003eFabulous antique Edwardian era sterling silver \u0026amp; enamel 7 5\/8\" x 5 3\/4\" picture frame pair, unique textured facade with Art Nouveau floral \u0026amp; guilloche style enamel pattern, original wood backs with easel stands! The same pattern used by A \u0026amp; E Zimmerman of Birmingham c.1904 but these are quite a bit larger than the pair I found online and have that stunning addition of the guilloche style blue \u0026amp; green enamels along the vines. Marked solely \"Sterling\" at the bottom of each so I'm thinking they must be American works and likely copied from the original pattern mentioned above. A truly stunning and rare matched pair here, both in exceptional condition and with immense visual appeal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition. I see no cracks or losses to the enamel accenting and, as you can see, there's only very slight denting in a spot or two along the edge of the sterling facades. The wooden framework and easel stand appear to be original, I'm sure they are. See pictures for all measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947268423724,"sku":"818renfrmpr","price":445.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_3156e087-8351-4c0f-a7c5-af5f111efb9f.jpg?v=1580321707"},{"product_id":"antique-bohemian-engraved-ruby-glass-tumbler-spa-souvenir-architectural","title":"Antique Bohemian Engraved Ruby Glass Tumbler, \"Spa\" Souvenir Architectural","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is only one - please don't be confused by our side-by-side views of this tumbler. That has to do with the limitations of listing photo panels, so tall items are often best shown with 2 images side by side, giving detail of the item. That said, we have here a large tumbler, 4.5\" tall and 3\" diameter at top (not a shot cup, like so many) which has remarkably fine architectural engravings of 2 castles and would have been made for the early Grand Tour tourist souvenir trade, mid-1800s. These old ones are so beautifully crafted, it is a pleasure just to see such Old World artisan work, and collecting these is quickly addicting, they're so charming. They're better in person. Our photographer hasn't quite figured out the fine art of photographing glass. The architectural engravings on this one are as fine as any we've seen in museums or out, and equal those in the Decorative Arts Museum in Prague which has a particularly expansive and impressive collection of the old Czech and Bohemian glasswares from that region. This one fits right in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition for age and type, this one came to us along with several other equally fine Bohemian art works in glass, crystal, and we hope you'll view them all and enjoy them. We only rarely acquire such nice pieces (and the nicest ones are what you expect to find in our shop, after all). Let me know if you need help finding others. There are no chips or cracks on this item, and no hairlines. There is very little, if any, loss to the ruby flashing, and overall it's just a gorgeous hand worked masterpiece of the genre and era. Nice larger than usual size, too.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947272880172,"sku":"spacup","price":310.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_1c7bd063-0fde-449c-847d-aefc87996749.jpg?v=1580321730"},{"product_id":"antique-pair-of-2-matching-bohemian-red-flashing-engraved-compote-raised-dish","title":"Antique Pair of 2 Matching Bohemian Red Flashing Engraved Compote, Raised Dish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese actually do match that fabulous Moser engraved ruby glass absinthe service we have listed separately, but we thought it best to offer them on their own in case someone just wants either of the parts from the grouping. This offering is for the 2 matching raised plateau or compote, bonbon dishes. A matching pair, they represent the height of mastery of the genre. Ruby or claret colored red glass over clear glass, wheel engraved in a rich decorative overall design that rather boggles the mind, it is so intricate and perfectly accomplished. Beautifully preserved, these will serve you well at table when they're not on display in your lighted vitrine. I can envision them in any number of settings and I'm sure you will, as well. Fabulous work!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition throughout. I find not a single nip or chip anywhere and no cracks or hairlines. Not even much rub or wear on the ruby flashing, and the intricacy of the wheel etching is top quality on these. None finer. You will have 2, the pair, as you see in our image. We do have a matching absinthe service shown with this set in our final photos that is engraved with the same pattern, by same artist, but that set is offered separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947273109548,"sku":"redbohpair","price":355.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_7f60fea9-dd5f-4ee9-bee1-adc64996f487.jpg?v=1580321732"},{"product_id":"antique-kiln-fired-french-enamel-jewelry-casket-box-etui-romantic-figures","title":"Antique Kiln-fired French Enamel Jewelry Casket, Box, Etui, Romantic Figures","description":"\u003cp\u003eI would have thought this fine old kiln-fired enamel box was English, perhaps Bilston, but in fact it is French in origin and is a larger size bonboniere or bonbon box. A white enamel ground trimmed out in navy blue, with floral bouquets surrounding the bulbous bottom half and a charming pair of lovers depicted up top on the lid. Some roughness of age showing on the bottom rim, where it's rubbed surfaces over time, but no chips or cracks or other flaws to note on this fine pot-like box. Nicely fitted, the top fits perfectly and closes snug and tight, yet is easily opened. I've written time and again about how difficult this process is. One 'paints' on the enamel powders which are suspended in a liquid medium that aids in application, but all of the colors are muddy mauve, grey, taupe and blues and nothing at all like the colors that emerge once the kiln has melted the enamel powders into the thick glassine finish that some mistake for porcelain. The work is done on a metal plaque, or in this case, a copper or brass forming the bottom and the top of this box. The artist is apprenticed for years and years before he\/she is adept enough at this arduous and painstaking process to eventuate a finished product like the one we have here. Quite unique, different from many of the enameled boxes we've had over time, and all the more wonderful for its differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent for age and type. We find no chips, cracks or even the faint hairlines that so often are to be found on these old enamels. Apparently it has never (yet) been dropped or handled carelessly. A very fine and rather large pot of a bonbon box.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947273044012,"sku":"911enmljar","price":490.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_89987a94-962d-4638-98a9-2a02044b860f.jpg?v=1580321733"},{"product_id":"antique-egermann-bohemian-engraved-ruby-glass-spa-souvenir-2-architectural","title":"Antique Egermann Bohemian Engraved Ruby Glass, \"Spa\" Souvenir #2 Architectural","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is only one - please don't be confused by our side-by-side views of this tumbler. That has to do with the limitations of listing photo panels, so tall items are often best shown with 2 images side by side, giving detail of the item. That said, we have here a large tumbler, 4.5\" tall and 3\" diameter at top (not a shot cup, like so many) which has remarkably fine architectural engravings of 2 castles and would have been made for the early Grand Tour tourist souvenir trade, mid-1800s. These old ones are so beautifully crafted, it is a pleasure just to see such Old World artisan work, and collecting these is quickly addicting, they're so charming. They're better in person. Our photographer hasn't quite figured out the fine art of photographing glass. The architectural engravings on this one are as fine as any we've seen in museums or out, and equal those in the Decorative Arts Museum in Prague which has a particularly expansive and impressive collection of the old Czech and Bohemian glasswares from that region. This one fits right in and is Egermann, called after the inventor of the decorating technology, Mr. Friedrich Egermann (1777 - 1864).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition for age and type, this one came to us along with several other equally fine Bohemian art works in glass, crystal, and we hope you'll view them all and enjoy them. We only rarely acquire such nice pieces (and the nicest ones are what you expect to find in our shop, after all). Let me know if you need help finding others. There are no chips or cracks on this item, and no hairlines. There is very little, if any, loss to the ruby flashing, and overall it's just a gorgeous hand worked masterpiece of the genre and era. Nice larger than usual size, too. With the stemware base you see on this one, it is 4.5\" tall, typical of the 'timbale' or wine glasses used in Europe in 1800s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Egermann","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947273666604,"sku":"bohspa2","price":310.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_8000f445-7ad7-4b97-aabb-78b80a76925a.jpg?v=1580321744"},{"product_id":"antique-french-legros-danizy-creil-8-3-8-cabinet-plate-pair-sheet-music-scene","title":"Antique French Legros D'Anizy Creil 8 3\/8\" Cabinet Plate Pair, Sheet Music Scene","description":"\u003cp\u003eLovely antique French faience 2pc 8 3\/8\" cabinet plate pair, Legros d'Anizy \u0026amp; die stamped Creil marks with pale yellow borders and sheet music or musical text\/scene centers entitled \"Les Frelons\" \u0026amp; \"Avriel\"! One of three yellow bordered sets that we're adding this week, another pair and a larger set of four and they all look lovely displayed together. This set with maker marks for Legros D'Anizy and die stamped or impressed marks on the backs that read \"Creil\". The marks read \"Medaille d'Argent, Par Brevet D'Invention Et De Perfectionnement, Manuf. d'Expression sir Faience Porcelaine a Procede de L'Invente au Legros D'Anizy, Paris, Exposition de 1819\". A lovely pair and wonderful figural scenes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. Some slight discolorations and surface scratching, also some crazing to the glaze. There are a few tiny rim marks or nips visible but nothing really to detract from their overall visual \u0026amp; decorative appeal. See pictures for all measurements. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947274125356,"sku":"119ainsy3","price":175.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_2c14ee83-801d-4c51-b797-6a593b0f008c.jpg?v=1580321754"},{"product_id":"antique-sarreguemines-faience-7pc-8-3-8-cabinet-plate-set-grand-tour-cities","title":"Antique Sarreguemines Faience 7pc 8 3\/8\" Cabinet Plate Set, Grand Tour Cities","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelightful antique French Sarreguemines faience 7pc 8 3\/8\" cabinet plate set, Grand Tour scenes of seven prominent European cities with ornate floral black \u0026amp; white borders and fabulous visual \u0026amp; decorative appeal! A grouping of seven here, all numbered and include numbers 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12. They each have different architectural or geographical scenes for each city and are entitled \"Rome\", \"St. Petersbourg\", \"Moscou\", \"Madrid\", \"Londres\", Athenes\" and \"Naples\" for, of course, Rome, St. Petersburg, Moscow, Madrid, London, Athens \u0026amp; Naples. The black underglaze marks on the backs read \"Medaille D'Or 1844, Sarreguemines, U et Cie\". There are also die stamped marks in the backs that look like \"5\" and \"U\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maker Porzellanfabrik Utzschneider \u0026amp; Company, Bavarian Paul Utzschneider founder circa 1800-1919.   Paul Utzschneider took over the factory in 1800 and introduced new decorating techniques. Napoleon I became one of his best customers and ordered several pieces. Business quickly increased, and the firm soon had to open new workshops and acquire several mills. In 1836 Paul Utzschneider handed over the management of the factory to his son-in-law Alexandre de Geiger, who erected new buildings that were in harmony with the landscape; the Moulin de la Blies mill was built in 1841 in this spirit. In 1838 Alexandre de Geiger associated himself with Villeroy \u0026amp; Boch and this agreement contributed to the growth of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. Some slight discolorations and surface scratching, also some crazing to the glaze. There are a few chips visible but nothing really to detract from their overall visual \u0026amp; decorative appeal. See pictures for measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947274223660,"sku":"119gien2","price":418.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_cc9cd6a0-cf5b-4d4a-a699-41ca519071b3.jpg?v=1580321757"},{"product_id":"antique-french-gien-faience-5pc-cabinet-plate-set-bouffoneries-figural-scenes","title":"Antique French Gien Faience 5pc Cabinet Plate Set, \"Bouffoneries\" Figural Scenes","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelightful antique French Gien faience 5pc 8.5\" cabinet plate set, \"Bouffoneries\" or \"Antics\" figural scenes with blue \u0026amp; white borders and charming visual \u0026amp; decorative appeal! A grouping of five here, all numbered and include numbers 2, 5, 6, 7 and 11. They each have different figural scenes entitled \"Je Suie Content De N'avoid Rien Tue A La Chasse! J'ai De Ja Bien Assez De Porter Mon Chien Qui Est Las\", \"Plaisir De Pecher A La Ligne Sur Un Chemin De Halage\", \"Bah! L'Empereur Ta Parle Oui! Il M'A Dit: Marque Dong Le Pas Imbecile\", \"Oui! Je L'Arreteraie S'il Frappait Son Chien, Mais Il Ne Bat Que A Femme, Cela Ne Me Regarde Pas\" and \"J'Vous Defendons De Tirer Nor Cochons En Caricature\". The blue underglaze marks on the backs read \"Medaille a L'Exposition Universelle De 1855, Gien G.G. \u0026amp; Cie\". There are also die stamped marks in the backs that look like \"5\" and \"U\". The maker Geoffrey, Guerin \u0026amp; Company circa mid to late 1800s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften known simply as Gien Pottery, after its location in that city. It was established in about 1822 by Merlin Hall, the English founder of the factory of Creil \u0026amp; Montereau, which specialised in earthenwares decorated with English scenes to appeal to the English market. The pottery in Gien, on the other hand, specialised in traditional French earthenwares with scenes and motifs taken from French historical sources, heraldic emblems and contemporary politics. In 1856 it came under the ownership of Geoffroy, Guerin \u0026amp; Cie and thereafter it exhibited at international exhibitions in Paris (1844, where it won an award) and 1867, in London (1862) and Vienna (1873).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. One, number 5, has a hairline crack visible on the left side and noted with asterisk in the pictures. Some slight discolorations and surface scratching, also some crazing to the glaze. There are a few chips visible from the back but nothing really to detract from their overall visual \u0026amp; decorative appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947274256428,"sku":"119gien1","price":346.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_32a599ef-d14c-4e04-a055-df00326345f6.jpg?v=1580321757"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-beadwork-kitten-cat-made-into-throw-pillow-wool-needlepoint","title":"Antique Victorian Beadwork Kitten, Cat, Made into Throw Pillow, Wool Needlepoint","description":"\u003cp\u003eJust the sweetest accent pillow. Couldn't pass it up. A sweet Victorian panel of needlepoint in red, a glass bead needlework kitten resting in center. The panel has been made up with a fine gray wool fabric and is lovely, fresh, works for antique or even modern decor. A fabric piped trim and not overly large. One will find it perfect as a little lumbar pillow or just a visual treat. Full measurements are noted on the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition for age and type. Certainly can't tell you how long ago this was made up. The gray wool is very good, a fine quality fabric and is preserved without flaw. The center panel of beadwork does show a dark stain near the body of the cat which somewhat blends in but please notice it. No holes, no rips, no tears, and only about 11 tiny glass beads gone missing over time (view the detail image to see - quite easy to replace those, but we'll lave decision to it's next owner). Pillow does not have any odor, no issues, and seems to me to have a cotton batting fill rather than down or feather. It is 12.5\" long, 10.5\" top to bottom and about 3\" thick as it rests. Could be fluffed a bit wider should you like it that way. I used to have a similarly sized needlepoint pillow I used in my car, lumbar support. Loved the whole look of it and lush treasure that little pillow was.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947276615724,"sku":"","price":247.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_b54d00d3-de05-42fe-8ea5-5ff0fc75b036.jpg?v=1580321786"},{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-italian-3pc-carved-cameo-necklace-earrings-set-three-graces","title":"Antique Edwardian Italian 3pc Carved Cameo Necklace \u0026 Earrings Set, Three Graces","description":"\u003cp\u003eElegant antique to vintage Edwardian era Italian hand carved mother of pearl or shell cameo necklace \u0026amp; earrings set, five cameos representing the Three Graces in a nearly Art Deco style! This is one of two antique to vintage Italian cameo pieces that we're adding today, the other a lovely bracelet with seven cameos so be sure to check that one out. The cameos here, five in all, are quite distinct with their relatively monotone silver hue mother of pearl facades. Set in what is likely 800 to sterling silver though I've not managed to find any markings as of yet. I'll have to check again with a loop. Gold colored rope bordering around all but the earrings adds an extra flare of color but we've not tested to see if they're actually gold. Lovely!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition, age considered. I see no damage to any of the cameo insets or to any of the settings themselves other than the possibly\/likely missing gold colored rope bordering on the earring cameos. The necklace chain is also likely not original. It has more of a gold color and I'd really rather see this beautiful pendant with a finer chain. Of course, this chain is quite long also and the pendant would really display better closer to the neck. 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A lovely little cherubic figure lounging over the base and, if you look closely, you can see a serpent getting ready to strike below his left breast. The serpent's head visible but a portion of its body curving up into the hole. Fabulous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. A few flaws, most notable is that the lower portion of his left leg is missing and there is a glue repair to where the front wood panel was joined to the rest of the piece before carving (you can see the joint extending across the hollow). Another age\/drying crack visible from the bottom but not from the sides. See pictures for all measurements. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947280482348,"sku":"817crvwtch","price":310.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_c836aa9d-e7fe-4459-869c-acc95a293345.jpg?v=1580321812"},{"product_id":"pair-antique-french-portrait-drawings-signed-by-artist-brossard-c-1848-15-5","title":"Pair: Antique French Portrait Drawings, Signed by Artist Brossard c. 1848, 15.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eA spectacular pair of c.1848 drawing portraits, a gentleman and his wife. The information that came along with these was simply that they were a \"notable\" family from the region of Berry, France. The signature of the artist is on each drawing, and I'm unsure if I'm accurately noting it as Brossard or if it might be Brossaye Frames are each 15.5\" x 12\" and .5\" thick overall. We've shown the backing which tells us they've been opened and resealed at some point. The drawings showing in an aperture that is 13.5\" x 10\". Wood frames. You are buying the pair, husband and wife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition throughout, no tears or holes, just those brownish spots notable as flaw. Drawings are done in pencil, graphite, charcoal and conte or chalk. Beautifully done, the post of the gentleman is particularly appealing. Each drawing is on paper, and you can see that there is some age showing on each in form of dark dots that I'm not quite able to explain other than to just show them to you. Something with the paper. Each protected under glass and with burled maple, I think, as the wood in the frames. Very appealing pair!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947280580652,"sku":"","price":490.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_be42fe9f-f8d4-4ec9-b3de-0adfef38cf26.jpg?v=1580321813"},{"product_id":"antique-french-embroidered-cigar-cheroot-case-spectacles-etui-gold-embossed","title":"Antique French Embroidered Cigar Cheroot Case, Spectacles Etui, Gold Embossed","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecently acquired an entire collection of fine early to mid-1800s cigar cases and we’ll list each one separately for sale. Look for them all, though. The entire collection is just fabulous! From hand embroidered ones to one favorite of mine with hand carved antler stag on front, to a splendid old shagreen case, to a host of others that would be wonderful gift ideas along with a tin of Davidoff cigars (or other) for your favorite friends who enjoy one now and then. I'™ll be brief in describing each one, but they'™ve come to us out of Paris and from the estate of a noted (and titled) collector who chose to remain anonymous. Wish we could disclose. This one is a great one for the smaller cheroot cigars popular in their time, and is a fine leather slip case, baffled to hold about 3-4 cigars (see final image to show with cigars). The leather is a fine quality and remains supple. It is beautifully gold-embossed and the inset is an embroidered cross stitch panel of linen needlework canvas, a bouquet of flowers. Suitable for a lady’s spectacles or a gentleman's cigars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent for age and type. Light evidence of age to the leather, most at the baffle folds, but for age, very little. The needlework panel is superb, too. Measurements noted on the photos. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947283726380,"sku":"1017case","price":247.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_0ed2af88-93b2-447f-99db-76bcb2a733de.jpg?v=1580321862"},{"product_id":"antique-italian-hallmarked-silver-3pc-writers-set-6-inkwell-orig-14-5-box","title":"Antique Italian Hallmarked Silver 3pc Writer's Set, 6\" Inkwell, Orig. 14.5\" Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eFine antique Italian hallmarked .800 (nearly sterling) silver 3pc writer's set including a 6 1\/8\" diameter ship captain's style inkwell, letter opener \u0026amp; blotter and all nestled in the original fitted 14.5\" storage and\/or presentation case, box! These are referred to as 'boat' or 'ship captain' inkwells because of the flared base, extra wide and usually weighted so it won't tip with the rocking of the ocean waves! No weighting in this inkwell though, just the solid silver so you know what you're getting as far as the weight in troy ounces. All three pieces have hallmarks, the Italian prancing horse on the inkwell \u0026amp; blotter (similar to that made famous by Ferrari) and \"800\" on all three designating the silver content (at least 80% pure so just under the .925 standard for \"sterling\" silver). There is also what looks like a silversmith mark but I've been unable, to date, to find a reference online. I'm more familiar with French and English sterling silver makers so, being Italian, I haven't had much luck in my existing reference guides. This set will beautifully 'anchor' your own desktop, an elegant writing table top ensemble or wouldn't it make a wonderful gift for the yachtsman in your life....\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. As you can see in the images, the set would originally also have included a wax seal or sceau and a pen or quill handle that have gone missing over the years. All three remaining pieces are in wonderful shape, likely due to having been kept in the original box (which is also in great shape, age considered). There are some visible dark spots in the silver, likely polished out or a result of the silver alloy BUT, most of what you see in the images are simply reflections. See pictures for individual weights and measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947283857452,"sku":"118rinkset","price":490.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_90c7d365-0ee1-47ea-b8fa-c77052b0d8dc.jpg?v=1580321864"},{"product_id":"gorgeous-vint-1918-french-carved-22-dresser-or-boudoir-vanity-mirror-rococo","title":"Gorgeous Vint. 1918 French Carved 22\" Dresser or Boudoir Vanity Mirror, Rococo","description":"\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely gorgeous vintage French hand carved 21 3\/4\" wide dresser top or boudoir vanity mirror, highly intricate Louis XVI rococo styling with original shaped \u0026amp; deeply beveled mirror, easel stand and wonderful condition! What a beauty! Perfect for dresser top or hall table display, it'd even be beautiful on the fireplace mantel, perhaps flanked by a host of wonderful portrait miniatures?? I pulled the wood backing off when we received it from France, just to clean the mirror without getting any windex on the wood and noticed the writing inside. Handwritten, I can't quite make all of it out but the date of 17\/9\/1918 is easily legible. A hair away from being 'antique', it'll be 100 years old in just a few. A beautiful work of art, guaranteed to impress!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition. A small chip or two possible but, as you can see in the images but no notable flaws. There are a few small spots to the mirror but no chips, cracks or other damage. See pictures for measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947287887916,"sku":"","price":715.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_4d2d2cf5-8eca-45ea-8e9e-63e986ea3c8b.jpg?v=1580321869"},{"product_id":"antique-french-sterling-silver-cut-glass-aperitif-cup-spoon-set-orig-box","title":"Antique French Sterling Silver \u0026 Cut Glass Aperitif Cup \u0026 Spoon Set, Orig Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eLovely vintage French aperitif sized cut glass \u0026amp; sterling silver cup \u0026amp; spoon set, each with laurel band patterns and kept in the original fitted storage and\/or presentation box! Both the cup and spoon have matching hallmarks. Both with the French Minerve or Minerva mark, the tiny number \"œ1\" within those marks means they\"re in .950 silver (95% pure so higher than the .925 standard for \"œsterling\" silver). The silversmith marks are most likely for Sala \u0026amp; Comoz, Paris circa 1922-1928. A lovely pair, whether you present as a gift to a child or decide it’s better suited as an elegant aperitif service for one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. No chips, cracks or damage to the thin, elegant faceted glass insert, no dents or damage to the silver. There is some wear to the vermeil plating on the spoon’s bowl and a bit of tarnish visible but no actual damage. See pictures for individual weights and measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947294310444,"sku":"718smcpst","price":220.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_26e2e447-c85d-4f0c-9c7a-2cbf6ee46c08.jpg?v=1580321917"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-boulle-style-13-inkstand-or-inkwell-ebony-mother-of-pearl","title":"Antique Victorian Boulle Style 13\" Inkstand or Inkwell, Ebony \u0026 Mother of Pearl","description":"\u003cp\u003eExceptional antique Victorian era Boulle style double inkwell, inkstand or \"standish\", beautifully ornate reticulated genuine mother of pearl inlays throughout set in a jet black ebony or ebonized wood with locking stationery drawer, two gorgeous \u0026amp; huge cut crystal inkwells and fabulous condition! I'm currently working on getting a few truly superb old French boulle pieces listed so watch over the next week or so. This one not actually \"Boulle\" but the style of inlay is superb and quite unique in that the inlays are shimmering mother of pearl set in that very Victorian black wood. The contrast is stunning! The inkwells themselves are also superb, huge and heavy with a beautiful shape and deep wheel cut decoration \u0026amp; facet cut tops. Amazing attention to detail and beautifully preserved, obviously cherished works of a true French or English master!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe earliest that we can date the conception of the inkwell is with the Ancient Egyptians, where members of wealthy or upper-class families hired scribes to write for them. These scribes used small ink palettes housed in pieces of stone with round hollows for each separate colour of ink. Over time, these palettes became larger pieces of stone or clay, and gradually were developed into being containers when a stopper was added to protect and add to the longevity of the ink. In Europe, prior to the sixteenth century, a scribe or scrivener would correspond using a quill pen and ink on behalf of aristocracy, as writing was considered to be a lowly task. As the art of writing traveled across the world animal horns began to be used as the material for making ink containers. To begin with, these inkwells were fairly basic and designed purely for purpose, with little ornamentation. The decorative inkwells were introduced during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Gold and silver inkwells began to make an appearance. During the Baroque period, excessive ornamentation was common throughout Western Europe, as was the fashion within most silverware, jewellery and clothing at this time. The inkwell was then further developed as the portable inkwell was devised around the time of the American Civil war, so that soldiers could carry them easily and write their correspondence from the battlefield. Affluent travelers used inkwells specifically designed to be compact, housed within boxes which also held other writing equipment such as quills, ink, paste papers (used to seal letters) and a sander (to hold a fine sand, sprinkled to prevent ink smearing), medications and toiletries. Such boxes were known as compendiums. The invention of the typewriter in the 1870s spelled the demise of the inkwell, along with the first fully functional and reliable fountain pen being patented by Lewis Waterman in 1884. With increasingly practical fountain pens increasingly being produced in the twentieth century, the demand for inkwells fell to the point of obscurity, now being regarded as a rarity which is only owned by collectors. This set being a stellar example of the opulence of some writing related pieces, exceptional in every way and they really do make the finest decorative accents! Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition! There is a small split and veneer chip on the upper edge, rear right corner and a bit of the ebony finish worn on the front right corner. There is a veneer split in the top center, running from inkwell to inkwell where the center handle is attached. The center stamps compartment lid is faintly warped but still fits in just fine. Also, there are a few smallish chips to the bottoms of the inkwells. Working lock with old skeleton key also. 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These old items were called \"vide poche\" (literally: empty pocket) in France and they still remain a staple of French homes, usually whimsical and a fun bedside accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe type you see here dates 19th century, and this one is in very good form for age and type. The sail is made of a rippled natural shell cut in form of shell, and it's radiant with pearlescent shimmer. Our photos often seem to not show that off well. Something in our lighting, but it's there. The sand and sailboat's body are also natural shells. Mast sports that hook for a pocket watch, as noted. Measurements are found on the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947299356716,"sku":"918mopship","price":175.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_05629560-9353-42b3-99f3-244a2bb85a85.jpg?v=1580321942"},{"product_id":"exceptional-antique-french-portrait-miniature-in-fine-wood-frame-c-1800-1820","title":"Exceptional Antique French Portrait Miniature in Fine Wood Frame, c.1800-1820","description":"\u003cp\u003ePresenting a superb but unsigned portrait miniature in an exceptionally nice wooden and gesso\/gilded frame from the same period, c.1800-1820. The round miniature might well have been painted originally to mount into top of a snuff box, and is reset to this frame, but the old frame, School of Fontainebleau, houses it so perfectly now. Shown thus, it's perfect as wall art at home or in your Bru or other antique doll house vignette rooms. A handsome older gentleman, very distinguished and in his blue high-collar jacket that might well be French Revolutionary costume from his youth. One wonders at the story, life, identity of these people who lived full lives back in an interesting time in the history of France. Alas, we do not have his identity. We can only enjoy the remainder, his portrait. Hand painted in gauche or watercolor, typical of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition for age and type, I see only a couple of \"flake\" areas on the painting an each is at the outer rim and does not take away from the gentleman's portrait likeness at all. No signature. I suppose there might be information on backside but since it has a sealed backing, we have not taken him out of frame to investigate further and will leave that decision to the next owner. The frame is also earliest 1800s, might not have originally been set into it, but the way it's framed now therein is a wonderful presentation. Frame is, itself, a valuable antique. Measurements are noted on the photos, but it is a 2.75\" diameter painting aperture, mounted under slightly convex cover glass which is its original cover. The inner aperture of the frame is 5.5\" square and the frame's an 8.5\" square that is 1.25\" in depth, heavy old wood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947299618860,"sku":"418pntg6","price":535.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_5bf730d9-c9b7-4392-9257-42adc3bb75f0.jpg?v=1580321946"},{"product_id":"pair-2-antique-french-aubusson-tapestry-panels-children-former-chair-backs","title":"Pair (2) Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Panels, Children, Former Chair Backs","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a pair of panels from my private stash. I'm disbursing panels I just am never going to get to make up in to those lush opulent down-filled throw pillows I love. YOU get to do it, instead.   This pair of late 1700s to early 1800s panels would have been chair back upholstery pieces, and have suffered very little wear as such (seats usually get quite tattered, but back, not much). They are loomed panels, most likely Aubusson, and the subject of 2 children at play is very charming and appealing for pillows. You are buying the pair of slightly odd-shaped panels, as shown, in very good condition. Each panel is large at 18\" tall and 15\" wide (workable with additional distance beyond the folds you can see in the photos - that represents where the outer perimeter was folded back and then tacked to the wooden chair back)Linen warp with wool and perhaps some silk yarns used. You can either fold back and mount to a velvet back larger, or cut the panel as you'd like, and then work up as front to a lavishly fringed pillow pair. I have made up many from this era, quite similar to this one and have sold many over the years. I've loved them for decades. Meant to add this one to the group but here it remains for you to do it or have it done. I've placed a ruler that registers both inches and millimeters so you can see how incredibly tiny these stitches are. Finer than petit-point. And I've only used needlepoint in title because it is basically that type of embroidery stitch, needlework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent for age and type. The linen canvas is strong. There are really very few flaws, quite remarkable considering the age. There is only the usual scent of woodwork with age, but no odor of mildew or anything similar. The figures are wonderful! The yarns used are all fine, hand dyed, palette range is fabulous and still vibrant. I have shown the backside so you can see the work, original unfaded colors, not so much different than the front side. If there are any fine splits in between woven yarns, I have been bedazzled enough not to notice. You please look closely at the photos just in case. They have no visible moth or insect damage or loss. Measurements also appear on the photos. Lies very flat, will be lightly rolled with archival tissue for shipment.   Will be listing a large private collection (my own) of c.1600 = c.1850 tapestry panels. Be sure to mark our shop and come back!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947302633516,"sku":"319Tpx2e1x2epr","price":1165.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_63411e8a-10ae-4ca1-a27d-ab481e8be230.jpg?v=1580321949"},{"product_id":"antique-c-1700s-french-gobelin-tapestry-fragment-figural-putti-15-x-14","title":"Antique c.1700s French Gobelin Tapestry Fragment, Figural, Putti, 15\" x 14\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is from my private stash. I'm disbursing panels I just am never going to get to make up in to those lush opulent down-filled throw pillows I love. YOU get to do it, instead.   A superb c.1600s to earliest 1700s French Gobelin (or possibly Flemish) woven tapestry, the upper right corner of an outer border salvaged from a much larger wall tapestry, but very interesting subject-wise and also plenty to stitch to a lush velvet or silk panel and then work up as front to a lavishly fringed pillow. Figural fragments are so hard to find! This is a nice larger one 15\" x 14\" outer, but the fact that it is a corner leaves that open space. Interesting, and will be just gorgeous accented there with perhaps antique metal (in gold) passsimenterie (trim), ribbon, something to add accent to that angle. I have made up many from this era, quite similar to this one and have shown at least one in that l group image so you can see how mine turned out. I've loved them for decades. I have a couple of bolster-sized long panels made up for my window seat and meant to make this one up to go along there, but just am not going to get to it. Your gain! My loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent for age and type. The linen canvas warp is strong. There are really very few flaws, quite remarkable considering the age. The figure is wonderful! The yarns used are all hand spun and hand dyed, palette range is fabulous and still vibrant. I have shown the backside so you can see the work, original unfaded colors, not so much different than the front side. There is one spot lower right edging that needs to be stitched - it isn't torn, isn't a split, seems to just be 2 weaving edges that leave a split about 1.75\" in from edge. Just a needle and thread. There are a few spots I can tell have been worked by way of holding small splits together, but it is not a tattered panel and is very suitable for a pillow top. You'll have to adapt that indented part - this was an upper right corner border, I have been bedazzled enough not to notice anything that would prevent me making this into a superb down-filled throw pillow except the time to do it. You please look closely at the photos just in case. It has no visible moth or insect damage or loss. Measurements also appear on the photos. Lies very flat, will be lightly rolled with archival tissue for shipment.  Will be listing a large private collection (my own) of c.1600 = c.1850 tapestry panels. 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All thirteen pieces bear the French Minerve or Minerva hallmark, the tiny number \"1\" within those marks designates them as being in at least .950 silver (95% pure so above the .925 standard for \"sterling\" silver. Tiny diamond shaped silversmith marks are visible on most also and show a winged bust of a cherub flanked by \"œJM\", they would be for the silversmith Jules Matfeux de Cevannes, 17 rue Meslay, Paris circa 1921 (so borderline antique). Thick \u0026amp; heavy French silver though, these are rather heavy compared to other silver vanity brush sets we've had in the past. There are three vermeil sterling covered jars, three perfume or cologne bottles of the same size and a uniquely massive jar, all with wheel cut crystal bodies, stoppers where applicable and all crowned by those majestic gilded silver tops! Made to last in style, and fabulous condition, as evidenced by our pictures. A truly magnificent vanity set and rare to be so comprehensive! An elegant decorative addition to an opulent bath or dressing table ensemble! A set you'll love to own and show off so maybe displayed in the guest or main bath? Love them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good-excellent condition. No dents, damage or repairs to the silver and all of the brushes' bristles are original and in great shape (just sanitized, too). The only flaw to them are the few darkened surface marks visible in the images and some age wear or fading to the gold in some places. The original beveled mirror is intact and only has a few minor surface scuffs. I don’t even see any chips to any of the jars or bottles, amazing! 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A nice old goldstone surround mosaic of fine quality, it's a mid-1800s big and bold brooch, tested and is rolled gold or pinchbeck, not karat gold, it is set with a lovely old floral spray. The fine tesserae of glass are set in place to form a colorful bouquet against the dramatic gold-flecked 'goldstone' or 'adventurine' surround. The plaque is large, brooch is approximately 2\" in diameter, rises to nearly 1\/2\" depth, so a grand statement. A lovely old one and well worthy of wear or enjoyment in displaying this treasure. The scan shows not a single tiny flaw. This is truly a beauty, perfectly preserved. A very fitting frame for this fine Victorian to Edwardian era Grand Tour mosaic. No damage to report - the mosaic plaque is perfect save a tiny chip to the tip of one glass leaf - not that you'll ever notice it. It's solid and elegant - perfect to be worn as a brooch or attached to your big bold pearl necklace for a great (and very affordably priced) look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition, as noted - no chips, no cracks, no hairlines. No missing tesserae. Beautiful pinchbeck (mimics fine old gold) brooch frames it opulently and together - a bold statement worthy of a frame. 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The color of the gold is yellow, and it's beautifully worked, engraved and has a monogram F. Clasp has hinged tongue and both sides of the clasp are marked at 18k gold. Purchased from an estate that came to market in Paris, we do not have info on the original owner nor whose sentiment is contained so beautifully herein. One assumes a woman with very long hair, but it is also the case that a young boy's long locks would be shorn at about the age or 4-5 years and those long locks were sometimes kept as a memento as a boy went from being Mama's babe to being Papa's fils (son), and this might well have been the commemoration herein - a bracelet that is larger than most and would have likely been made for a man. Monogram: F. Sold without the antique box that it's shown in, by the way. The box isn't original to it, does not go with it. The hair is virtually weightless, and the 13.25 grams would be mostly the 18k gold clasp. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent, one of the nicest we've ever found and not a hair out of place, which is very rare. The chestnut brown hair is tightly woven into plaits that are round and hollow and approximately .25\" in diameter, then braided in double strand to achieve the look you see. As noted, not a single broken or misplaced hair showing on this one, and no dents or damage to the gold clasp, either. 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I travel to Italy regularly and I know that a cameo of this quality and size, detail, purchased now would be more than double our list price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition, I see no chips or cracks to diminish either value nor enjoyment in owning this one. It is large at 2\" x 1.5\" oval and is 3\/8\" deep. Photos do not do this one justice. 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Along those covered promenades that flanked the center gardens, the small elegant ware-stocked boutiques would have been quite a draw. And one could purchase anything from high end whimsical items like this one, to elegant clothing, furnishings, fine sterling silver and china, opulently fitted travel chests as only the French could make them, and etc.. Little wonder we're still all fascinated with the elegant objects of the era and history. This is a little vide poche, as I said, and that's, literally, an empty pocket. It is the little item that one would have bedside into which a pocket watch, jewelry, coins and such would be deposited for the night. This one has the added feature of a thermometer, working still today. it is 4.5\" overall, and all measurements will appear on the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition for age and type, the alabaster plinth upon which it's mounted is without damage, no chips or cracks. The old pearlescent shimmer of color on the mother of pearl half-shell (egg-like) is wonderful and there are no chips or cracks in that. A slight rub to edging that tucks under the framework just below the thermometer can be seen if you look very very hard. The frame is excellent, no breaks and is sturdy and well-mounted on the original alabaster. The blown glass thermometer is fully intact and seems accurate. Sorry for the little dust I missed on the metal backing. Two hanging hooks at sides, one for a pocket watch and one for chain, perhaps. Or bend slightly forward and display your favorite pen if you want. Rare to find one with so many of the little squiggle fringe bits in place!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947307384876,"sku":"918moptherm","price":265.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_48c0415f-d652-485f-b434-e52e388fa361.jpg?v=1580321970"},{"product_id":"superb-19th-c-antique-french-oil-painting-nature-morte-still-life-with-birds","title":"Superb 19th c. Antique French Oil Painting, Nature Morte Still Life with Birds","description":"\u003cp\u003eI love this genre! With roots to Northern European 1500-1600s paintings representing the makings of a feast or a simple dinner, these later French paintings are not celebrations of the kill, but are prayers, almost, of thanksgiving for the makings of the day's meal. Here, you see that played out with the 3 snipes ( I think they are something like a snipe - the long pointed beaks), and a cooking pot, a decorated clay pitcher and a glass wine goblet rounding out the items on the tabletop. Artist's signature is there bottom right, and is \"M. Mangieu\", I think. Sometimes hard to make out, and often hard to research for that reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: there is a miniature painting on that reflective rectangle on the green goblet, which I assume is showing the artist. A little hard to make out, but an interesting detail. One thinks of Vermeer a little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition for age and type. The painting is not dated but we'd put it c.1830-90, and note that the old original canvas has been adhered to a more recent linen canvas to give it added life and strength. A common restoration practice we see in France. Fabulous old painting, you can see it is not much an issue of damage, but there are a few light losses of paint. Small, mostly near edges. Tight on the stretcher, ready to hang as it is or to frame. Measurements are noted on the photos, but it is 24\" x 18.25\" as you see it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947307581484,"sku":"117pntg3","price":625.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_62b7856b-8da3-4e72-a66b-d1e5a526d92d.jpg?v=1580321975"},{"product_id":"antique-black-forest-14-5-jardiniere-or-plant-box-figural-gutta-percha-cherubs","title":"Antique Black Forest 14.5\" Jardiniere or Plant Box, Figural Gutta Percha Cherubs","description":"\u003cp\u003eLovely antique Victorian era Black Forest hand carved 14 5\/8\" wide jardiniere or plant box, rough lumber look with original inner tin liner and gutta percha figural plaque featuring two winged Cupid, angel, cherub or putti! These make wonderful centerpieces, filled with fresh or dried flowers as shown in the images and exactly how we're currently displaying this one. Originally meant as plant boxes, they often times lose their inner liners but this one is intact though not completely waterproof so you'll want to line it with plastic if using for plants or as a wine or champagne cooler. Lovely!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood to very good condition. We're pretty sure that the gutta percha plaque is original but can't be certain. We have had Black Forest pieces with gutta percha accents in the past. There are a few flaws to note with the box itself. The inner tin liner is intact and really in great shape other than the splits at an edge seam or two so it's not going to be water tight. There would have been feet extending below the bottom of the box from the side board carvings but they've been chipped off or cut down so it sits flat. The upright portion of the left side has a repaired break and there are a few chips here and there. 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I love these to serve shots of deliciously flavored French liqueur over ice cream, and it's just more fun to serve it as you see here, in style. Measurements are all noted on the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition for age and type. If there are any with a tiny rim nip, I have yet to locate it. The glass handles on cup and carafe, all attached though one cup has a fine hairline showing. Still, 10 and a spare. The tray is lovely, too. Very little use if any, it might well have been stored away for 150 years or more. Tray is a very good sized 13\" x 9.5\" oval and is 1\" in depth with a fluted pressed edging and tilted rim. There is one small chock\/chip on that rim, visible in the photos that shows tray from the top (evaluate it at about the 2 o'clock position). Very slight discoloration, I'm not positive if they just need more than the cursory wash I gave them, or if it might be a little stain on some. Look them over. Priced for very light flaw of discoloration, tiny nip, small imperfection on rim of the tray.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947310235692,"sku":"918teaset","price":436.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_c64f8ff0-4576-4310-a13c-9b71187ca2a6.jpg?v=1580322017"},{"product_id":"antique-french-c-1834-portrait-in-pastel-frame-pierre-francois-eugene-giraud","title":"Antique French c.1834 Portrait in Pastel, Frame: Pierre François Eugene GIRAUD","description":"\u003cp\u003eARTIST: Pierre Francois Eugene GIRAUD (Paris, 1806-1881). Portrait of Madame Desbarolles, dated 1834\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;Pastel and Gauoche on paper 15\" x 11.5\", under glass.  Original superb antique French frame: 22.5\" x 18\" and 2.25\" in depth, overall.  Noted by hand on the paper, \"Giraud and his friend Desbarolles, 1834\".  Such a stunningly beautiful work of portraiture here, dated for us to the Louis-Philippe era and signed by the noted artist, Pierre Francois Eugene GIRAUD (Paris 1806-1881). ID'd sitter is the friend of the artist, and is Madame Desbarolles. I am unable to find more about her, but our artist is not only a listed French artist, but is also an award winning artist collected well and in numerous museum collections. This French painter, Pierre Francois Eugene Giraud studied at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris and had Hersent Richomme as a teacher. He won the prestigious Prix de Rome in 1826. He made a trip to the Orient in 1846\/1847 in the company of Dumas father and son and painter Louis Boulanger. Works of this artist are offered well at noted international auction houses, Sotheby's and Christies, and are in museum collections. I think this is his finest work, however. And she hangs on my dining room wall just now, awaiting her next owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait is truly exquisitely crafted, and perhaps so because he paints his friend. The pastel work is in very fine condition, no damage to report at all. Long protected beneath glass in this, what we believe to be the original frame. Re-glazed perhaps by the framer noted by his business stamp on backside, since it is too late a date for the original framing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947310333996,"sku":"918pntg04","price":2875.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_d0ea79d1-1e9d-498e-9bcf-8b3494a90f27.jpg?v=1580322018"},{"product_id":"antique-hand-painted-intaglio-print-in-frame-glassmakers-diderot-d-alembert","title":"Antique Hand Painted Intaglio Print, in Frame, Glassmakers, Diderot \u0026 d’Alembert","description":"\u003cp\u003ec.1700s Original Intaglio book plate print, by Bent Fecit, illustrator for Plate depicting \"Verrerie en bois\" (glass making) from Diderot \u0026amp; d'Alembert Encyclopedia \"Often called one of the greatest works of the Enlightenment and the 18th century, Diderot \u0026amp; d'Alembert's Encyclopedia\u0026amp;nbsp;was as much a political work as an academic exercise. Inspired by the Cyclopaedia of Ephraim Chambers (first published 1728), they set out to create the first Encyclopaedia for France and in the French language. The resulting effort was a magnum opus of 17 volumes of text published over 15 years with a total of over 71,000 articles. Diderot \u0026amp; d'Alembert contributed to many of the articles, but they also surrounded themselves with many of the philosophers and luminaries of the time. The work was revolutionary in scope and political as well. The publication of the Encyclopedie survived several attempts of stoppage via censorship attempts by the Catholic church, plagiarism complaints and even the removal of Royal license at one point.\" (internet search). A fabulous framed book plate print, intaglio printing process (metal plate, hand-inked, run through press - arduous process!). The subject of this old illustration for industry is of the processes of glass works, \"verrier\". Would be fabulous hung in your wine cellar, wouldn't it, since the one image is the prep for bottle-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe old print would date 1700s. It has been hand colored in watercolor and framed in a much later frame and nicely matted. Ready to hang. The outer measurement is 19.5\" tall, 23\" wide and 5\/8\" in depth. Print is 17.5\" x 14\" as you see it. Framed and glazed, paper-backed, ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947310366764,"sku":"417painting16","price":247.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_3bc5f72c-b963-443b-a29a-4aad51f69426.jpg?v=1580322018"},{"product_id":"huge-36-x-30-early-1800s-antique-needlepoint-tapestry-pettipoint-berlin-work","title":"Huge 36\" x 30\" Early 1800s Antique Needlepoint Tapestry, Pettipoint Berlin Work","description":"\u003cp\u003eA magnificent and very large needlework Masterpiece, this one has been removed from a frame, I'm sure. It's ready to be framed again and hung in your Victorian or English Manor home, or just center your collection of beloved \"women's art\". A romance scene, we see a young man coaxing a pretty maiden to amour. The iconography tells us she is still a virgin (the jug is not broken, her purse remains gathered closed), and she is she or turning away from his advances. A lesson, a sampler, this one tells us so much about the life of a late Georgian or early Victorian girl, and reminds her, surely hanging in her room, of what is expected of her in retaining her virtue. Charming theme; a very dainty stitch, entire done by hand, with added outer border of flowers and the text, \"The Last Appeal\" worded across the bottom. Charming! It's English in origin, very early 1800s. Stitches are tiny, more petitpoint than needlepoint. One tiny stitch at a time, imagine how long it would take to complete this. Likely done by a girl aged 10-14 or so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition for age and type. Tiny stitches on old linen warp, has been framed and hung. It is a bit fragile to use as a pillow top and I do not advise it. It should be framed again for display. It shows slightly out of sharp rectangle as it lies relaxed, but it very easily pulls to perfect rectangle for your framing. The outer 3\" or more border is worked separately and sewn to the picture center (view image of backside). And I'm not sure how our photos show it slightly different in coloration, but it is closest to the large full image - warm palette, very pretty. In final image I've draped it across a loveseat at home so you can see how large it truly is. One image shows a measuring tape so you can see how small the stitches are. As noted, not for a pillow or bolster, it wouldn't hold up. I find one of two small areas where there's a separation between rows of stitches, but only if one pulls. It will be gorgeous and invisible, once framed under glass. No odors! Has been stored in my stash rolled in archival tissue and clean cotton, and will be rolled for shipment in tube. 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It is with such pleasure I still approach old boxes when on buying trips; there is always the promise of some glorious fitted interior, loads of vanity items or layers of travel necessities or gaming chips. One never knows. And it is with equal pleasure we bring a special bunch of antique French boxes to our customers, all listing today and all sold separately. The final image will help you gauge scale. And if you don't see what you want in this bunch, use search box to find all the most superb antique boxes we already have listed. From huge cashmere shawls or marriage chests, to the small watch box or snuff boxes. Fabulous to collect. I still do!   This one is a RARE Napoleon III era desk top letters or keepsakes chest, accountant's or shop keeper's writing and receipts box in very good exterior condition, an elegant ebonized finished with Charles X style carved ribbed edging, brass strip or string inlays and a large, gorgeous Tahan style cartouche with colorful hand painted flowers on what appears to be opaque opaline glass! Working likely original key remains with it, works just fine. No signature or maker that I can see but the floral cartouche was almost a 'signature' of fine old Tahan boxes \u0026amp; caddies. There is some damage to the moire silk side baffles, splits at corners and one side but it's all original and there's even a little silk pocket in the lid with its own lovely little machined steel clasp (needs no key, just press down on the center pin). The collapsed measurement is 11 3\/4\" x 9\" x 1 7\/8 when flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. As noted above, there is some damage to the pale blue moire silk accordion style baffles but it will still extend up a few inches. Tears at the corners visible. The exterior of the box itself is in lovely shape, as you can see. There is an ever so slight upward bend to the lid panel but it still closes and locks. 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Hinge is operating smoothly. Just the single largish tool in this etui. We have others also listing this week (sold separately) as I begin to close out my own collections. The clasp fits perfectly tight, and there is no loss nor tears, holes in the old stingray leather outer case. Photos tell all.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31947330715692,"sku":"draftset","price":355.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/products\/32_6cd760dd-4955-4db7-83e2-ba897d1f9b2b.png?v=1580322114"},{"product_id":"antique-french-pair-victorian-face-screens-florals-on-wood-turned-wood-handles","title":"Antique French Pair Victorian Face Screens, Florals on Wood, Turned Wood Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003eLovely Floral transfers, wood Victorian era French face screens pair, c.1850 This is a stunning old matched pair of French face screens, each hand painted with great talent on fine old silk. These face screens were very popular in the Victorian era, particularly, where they must have been in every well-appointed home in numbers, pairs always, and were there to give to visitors to hold against the blushing heat of the fireplace as they sat and visited or listened to music or similar. Usually seated closer to the warmth, ladies had to protect their pale cheeks from the blush of a direct fireplace. We find them in all types of women's arts such as painted, needlepoint, embroidery and also production ones in materials such as papier mache or even, as in the case of this pair, hand painted wood. I'm particularly drawn to the charm of their history, and I try to buy the finest ones we see. Right now we have a nice selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition, surface slightly dimmed by time, but are still lovely. These are transfers rather than hand painted, a fairly humble pair of screens - perfect for a Country French home decor whether you hang them on the wall, or rest them on a tabletop near your own fireplace. Lovely old turned wood handles and the old original hardware all complete and unbroken. No chips to the thin wood upon which the florals are displayed. Warm patina to the handles. 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Great as an under plate or coaster supporting an ice chip \u0026amp; caviar filled dish or perhaps the larger magnum sized bottle of wine or champagne! Use your imagination. The silver rim bears the French Minerve or Minerva hallmark, the tiny number \"1\" within the mark means it's in .950 silver (95% pure and higher than the .925 standard for \"sterling\" silver). The silversmith mark is for Lagriffoul \u0026amp; Laval, Paris circa 1899 to early 1900s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. There is a bit of vermeil or gold plating visible in the deeper recesses of the rocaille decoration so it may originally have been entirely vermeil but most missing or polished away over the years (the under side of the silver with almost entirely vermeil intact). There are a few tiny dimples in the sterling band rim and a slight bit of scuffing to the glass bases but, otherwise in superb shape. No rim chips, no cracks. 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It was perhaps the world's first \"plastic\", and was moldable into the fine detail you see here, in a time when hand carved wood was both very popular and also expensive. The thrilling bas relief achieved with moulds was an early industrialized production method and you'll find objects and primarily early photograph cases and frames like these. We've had hand mirrors, desktop items and inkwells, and perpetual calendars, a cigar case or two and even a couple of barometer cases of this material over the years. These two frames, lovely as they are in an inventive 2-tone, are elegant remainders of the Napoleon III decorative era, and they will remain together in the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition for age and type. While it's amazing to have these without breaks and chips, I will point out that in the casting or some time afterward, there has been a little bowing the the thick cast material and one is slightly more warped than the other. I've had a photo of it on its back so you can see what I mean. In display it really isn't distracting. They display beautifully. But we want you to know it's got some arch to it. Easel backs remain fully intact on both frames and the cover glass is still with each one. The overall measurement of each is 10.5\" x 7.75\" and a heavy .75\" thick. The aperture shows a 5.5\" x 3.75\" rectangle. 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As elegant as they come and perfect for entremet or dessert pieces in your fine flatware table setting. Add a bit of gold to your table just for added flair. There are hallmarks on the blades and handles including \"13\" designating them as being in at least .812 or 80% pure silver under the gold plating. There are two silversmith marks, one is \"E.S\u0026amp;Co\" that I've not found reference to but the other is for Henninger \u0026amp; Company of Berlin, circa 1842 to early 1900s. The blades also bear the French import 'weevil' mark and associated insect date mark so they must have been brought into France at some point, which is where we found them. A beautiful set, don't miss it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. There is some tarnish visible in the pictures, sorry, we should have had our polisher to over them before photographing. It will surely come out with some Wright's polish though and we'd be happy to do so before sending out. There is also some wear to the vermeil on the handles and blades, as seen in the pictures. Possible a tiny dimple or two to the handles but no denting, damage or repairs to note. The box is likely not original and has a stamp on the inside that reads \"A. Sperlaeken, 55 Rue de la Monnaie, Lille\". 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Heavy, solid shimmering mother of pearl handles with unhallmarked sterling silver caps \u0026amp; collars or ferrules with sinuous vines or tendrils and floral \u0026amp; foliate accents. As noted, there are no hallmarks on the caps or collars, not uncommon with these smaller parts or pieces though. Definitely French with a few of the blades marked \"Paris\" and date to around the late 1800s to earliest 1900s. A truly beautiful set, don't miss them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. No chips, cracks, damage or repairs to the mother of pearl. One blade with a small chip near the tip, no other damage or repairs to the blades other than some age tarnish and\/or corrosion spots. You can see some faint brownish marks in the images, that's just the beginning of faint rust because our silver polisher didn't dry them completely. 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They're almost trompe l'oeil, with birds or perhaps rabbits, etc., hanging against a wall, fresh for the evening's kitchen preparation. This one has an autumn feel to the added leaves and twigs. An artist's signature is there but we have no way to make it out or research. The painting is beautifully crafted on a board 24\" x 12\" with gorgeous grain and a satin finish. These mostly hung unframed, and it comes to us from France unframed and original. We'd date it c.1800-1900, perhaps earlier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition for age and type. Painted on a wooden panel, no canvas to have holes or damage. No losses of note to the oil painting and a really gorgeous treatment of the subject with a palette that suggests autumn, doesn't it. The board is 3\/8\" thick, suitable to hang as it is, no frame, or to add your own choice of suitable frame. Traditionally, these hung in kitchen or dining area, simply and elegantly without frame. 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The woman looks to be somewhere in her early adulthood, so perhaps a bride's image painted for her groom. There's a beautiful c.1860-80s pearl and gold large brooch at throat of her lace collar and drop earrings to match. We have a set of Victorian jewelry almost identical to this set. Popular in that time. A charming addition to any collection, and wonderful for added decor in a doll house display, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent for age and type. The only flaw I can see to note on this one is a very slight grunge around outer perimeter of the painting, under the glass, and a spot lower left (her bodice) that looks to have been touched up at some time. Perhaps a signature has been covered at that spot, as it seems one this fine would have been signed. She's beautifully depicted and in such tiny work I am always amazed at the personality and detail the miniaturists were able to capture. That face is less than 1\" chin to top of head. The frame has cover glass and is complete and undamaged. Pinchbeck would be my guess. Can be worn as a large pendant on a velvet ribbon, or displayed in the leather case with silk velvet interior - you'll decide. Beautiful old set we acquired in France many years ago. Measurements noted directly on the photos. 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I noticed it up at Susan's and snatched it up to do photos and get it listed, only later did she tell me she had planned to replace the few small missing ruby glass 'jewel' accents and then keep it for herself :). Hurry up before she gets back in town and removes the listing. In any event, we think it's either Moser or possibly French but we know it's definitely scrumptious! Large, thick, semi-opaque white opaline with gold enamel and a portrait medallion on each side. Don't miss it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition. Possibly a tiny nip to the rim and, as you can see, there is some slight scratching to the told enamel but no larger chips, no cracks, etc. As noted above, there are a few of the small round ruby colored glass 'jewels' missing that we'd planned to replace. Two are replaced and I photographed it before we could add a little gold to make them more like the originals (but we'll do that before mailing). 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There are no tiny silversmith marks that I've been able to find but not uncommon with smaller silver works or if they were commissioned pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYES, a PAIR here, hard to find. This listing is one of several superb antique and vintage sterling silver napkin rings that we're adding today (and in the weeks ahead) so be sure to browse our current offerings to build a collection fit for royalty :). We've amassed over 100 great old mostly French sterling napkin rings over the years and I'm working on them now. They're great mixed \u0026amp;amp; matched around your table, wonderful to find a set of twelve or more matching pieces but who could be so lucky. And, isn't it much neater if all are unique, each with a history...a story of its own! We have rococo style napkin rings, guilloche style machined or engraved napkin rings, French Empire style napkin rings, personalized napkin rings with the original owner's name on them. Just a massive array of styles and aesthetically unbeatable! Browse and enjoy, they're all so lovely and sure to add to your fine dining experience (and that of your guests, too)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. Each weighs a heavy 41 grams so that's 2.65 troy ounces or 82 grams total. Both are in fine condition as you can see from the images with just some slight surface scratches and scuffing. 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This one bears the French Minerve or Minerva hallmark, the tiny number \"1\" within that mark means it's 1st quality for .950 silver content (95% pure and higher the the .925 standard for \"sterling\" silver). The silversmith mark is for Pierre Bezon, Paris circa 1913.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYES, a single here but one of several superb antique and vintage sterling silver napkin rings that we're adding today (and in the weeks ahead) so be sure to browse our current offerings to build a collection fit for royalty :). We’ve amassed over 100 great old mostly French sterling napkin rings over the years and I’m working on them now. They're great mixed \u0026amp; matched around your table, wonderful to find a set of twelve or more matching pieces but who could be so lucky. And, isn't it much neater if all are unique, each with a history...a story of its own! We have rococo style napkin rings, guilloche style machined or engraved napkin rings, French Empire style napkin rings, personalized napkin rings with the original owners'™ names on them€¦ Just a massive array of styles and aesthetically unbeatable! Browse and enjoy, they're all so lovely and sure to add to your fine dining experience (and that of your guests, too)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. This one weighs 31 grams and is in wonderful condition as you can see from the images. Some slight surface scuffing but no dents or damage to report. 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Italian origins though, the silversmith marks date to mid 1900s and are, we're pretty sure, for Emilio Giovannoni of Firenze (c.1935-late sixties). Thick \u0026amp; heavy silver, the piece has a total weight of 6.9 troy ounces or 216 grams. The inside of the powder compartment also has engraved marks and is dated '51. A wonderful vanity necessaries, perfectly usable and with that undeniable European silver elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. Some faint silver tarnish visible on the exterior, sorry...those always show up in the photos even when we miss them with the naked eye. No dents or other damage to the case. There is one small black spot on the mirror's silvering, no chips or cracks. The delicate mesh insert in the powder compartment has a velvet framing that's coming off, not attached for the most part but there. 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This is the stash of a very committed antiques dealer. I'm at that stage of life when the word, \"downsizing\" begins to take on meaning. I realize I will not find the perfect way to put this incredible antique French Aubusson woven tapestry to use. Nope, no more entire home redecorating that will incorporate this panel as a headboard, or a massive bolster pillow. Not going to frame it and hang in in my hunting lodge.   This is a magnificent huge Aubusson panel that once graced the back of a very large French canapé, sofa. I have the panel that was upholstery for the seat, too (see it in the final images). I'm offering them separately. This one is a country scene, children and goats, beautiful floral border. The other larger panel (sold separately) is hunt themed, hounds chasing down a large stag. The wool and silk yarns used are delicate in size and so tightly woven, it's a true work of art. Loom arts from the Aubusson factories, long famed in France and throughout the world for their splendor. The panel's background color was once mustard. I've shown the backside so you can see the original yarns. The panel needs a cleaning, though it has no odor, it does have dust of a century, perhaps. I have done nothing to try to clean it. I always intended to use just that rectangular part which isn't darkened so much as the mustard section. That rectangle is 55.5\" x 19\". The overall panel just as you see it in our photos is 66\" x 26\" largest, with some cutaways where it was necessary to fit to the large sofa. You'll know the perfect way to put it to use. Centuries old, finest quality - a museum panel!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition for age and type. A nod to need of a cleaning, the overall tapestry panel is strong, worthy of most any project - pillows, a topper for a long bench - bolsters. A few spots you'll put time into with a needle and heavy thread, to close smallish openings in the warp. or fine as it is for framing and hanging, instead. It's a tough one to photograph, so I've shown you the overall panels and then close-ups of the figures. One of my favorite panels of my \"stash\". It has been stored rolled, archival tissue and cotton. No weakened spots that represent folds. Before I bought it in Paris, it had been on the old furniture it was made for. For shipment, it will be rolled and shipped in a tube for best protection. You might want the other panel. I'm listing them separate since the other panel has a scene with hounds chasing down a large stag, and is versatile of theme apart from this one with a country pastoral scene with 4 people and several goats, a butter churn - a French Romantic image hailing from late 1700s - the time of Boucher, Fragonard, etc.. 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The silversmith marks appear to be for Theodor Nugren from the workshop of Pavel Ovchinnikov (c.1830–88), St. Petersburg, Russia, 1899–1908. When it comes to jewelers of the Russian Imperial court, the first name to be mentioned is of course Faberge, which produced gem-encrusted Easter eggs, cigarette cases made of precious metals, and other objects as presents for the royal family and aristocracy. However, there were many other official court jewelers whose skills were equally exquisite. One of those was that of Pavel Ovchinnikov.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePavel Ovchinnikov was appointed official purveyor to the future Tsar Alexander III (1865), King Victor Emmanuel II of Italy (1873), Grand Duke Mikhail Nikolaevich (1878) and King Christian IX of Denmark (1888). He was awarded the Légion d’honneur (1867) and the Order of the Iron Crown (1873). His firm was a trendsetter on the Russian pre-revolution jewelry market. He revived and developed the art of producing enamels. Thin layers of enamel over filigree were applied to the company's dinnerware and icon rizas: the ornament would be created with the use of a silver thread, and the spaces between the individual threads would be filled with enamel of different colors. This was even more complex than the \"stained-glass\" enamel technique pioneered by Ovchinnikov. Without any solid base, this enamel looked like a glass painting in a Gothic cathedral if held up to light. The company also used the ancient niello technique to create engravings of the Kremlin and Moscow cathedrals. One of the firm's most prominent works was a luxurious icon screen, made of silver and gold, for the Kremlin's Dormition Cathedral. Ovchinnikov was one of the first entrepreneurs of the 19th century to realize the importance of artistic education, and he founded a school for talented young people to study goldsmithery for five or six years.   The combination of the zolotnik and city marks together in the oblong oval marking, as seen on this piece, was used between 1882-1899. The \"84\" tells us that the piece is in at least .875 silver (87.5% pure silver so just under the .925 standard for \"sterling\" silver). The hammer \u0026amp; sickle mark to the right of that is for the city of St. Petersburg. Larger than the average snuff box, smaller than the average cigar case, this one is missing the original ribbons on the inside that would have held the cigarettes or cheroots in each side but that's easily fixed if you so wish. A lovely piece, an exquisite stocking stuffer :).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. There is a dark spot visible on the lid, I'm sure it would polish out but we somehow missed doing so before photographing. As mentioned the inner ribbons or elastic on each side of the interior is missing. No dents that I can see and the clasp works just fine. 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The old mirror in the lid and the chenille trim are each original, as is papered interior lining. The box is solid lemonwood, contrasted with darker wood edging and base, bun feet. Decorative stain painting on that serpentine lid draws the eye. Such a pretty thing! We're listing several of these empty boxes from the same era (sold separately) that look so pretty clustered together (see our final photo). You might want to own them all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition for age and type. The old wood is superb, and no chips to note, no cracks. A superb bit of cabinetmaker's artistry in the form. And more than 200 years since made, it has lost nothing more than its ring handle up top center (mount remains) and the escutcheon which was likely mother of pearl. As noted the interior's original lift-out tray is also gone from this box. Measurements are noted directly on the photos. 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The caps \u0026amp; collars on the handles bear no hallmarks but they're also silver of course. The blades all bear the French Minerve or Minerva hallmarks, the tiny number \"1\" within those marks means they're in .950 silver (95% pure and higher than the .925 standard for \"sterling\" silver). There are two silversmith marks among the blades, those of B. Fuchs and also Pierre Queille, both date to the mid-late 1800s. The set is simply stunning. Fabulous!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good to excellent condition. There is some visible tarnish in the recessed decoration of the silver handle caps \u0026amp; collars. Some slight fading to the enamel fill in the engraved monograms, see pictures. No damage to note, no chips, cracks or repairs to the pearl handles. Just wonderful! 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