1988 bird carving by famed wildlife artist E. Lynn Forehand. Very detailed, this study was gifted to a friend. Often pieces like this were part of a larger carving. Measures a little over 5" long x 2.75"
About the Artist:
E. Lynn Forehand, 1932-2008, was a world-class wildlife artist who won every major wildfowl carving competition in North America, including the coveted Ward Foundation World Competition, which he won twice. His work has been displayed in major wildlife and natu...
Circa 1870-1890, Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica 10" dinner plate of the flower Cichorium Intybus or Chicory. There is a old professional repair that can be seen from the back, but the front looks fine. See last 2 photos. This has been taken in to account when pricing.
Late 19th C English Staffordshire recumbent lion figurine. In excellent condition, he measures 4.5 inches long x 2.75" deep x 3" high.
Chinese porcelain lidded jar with a young magpie on the front and a butterfly on the back. Includes the stand and measures on stand 6" high, Jar only measures 4.25" high. Mark on bottom. Lid is attached with museum putty and hard to remove. Jar is
5.25ʺ diameter.
A Royal Copenhagen porcelain Flora Danica 10" dinner plate, the center decorated with a flowering plant, The Mountain Avens (Dryas Octopetala), within an ornate gilt decorated border. The Mountain Avens, an eight petal flower, is the National Flower of Iceland. Base with Factory mark for period 1923 to 1935, initials E K, and the numbers 1942 (or possibly 1947) which could be a kiln batch number, a work number etc. A rare piece to add to your collection. For more information before purchasin...
Beautiful old elmwood Chinese headrest of classical form with two broad legs and a slightly curved upper platform, all made from one piece of wood. Good varied patina of age and use. A very decorative and minimalist object. Excellent condition, measures 13.75ʺ wide × 5.75ʺ deep × 4.5ʺ high.
1970's Chinese off white, pale green, and lavender jade carving of a bok choy, two bugs on a leaf, and with the lavender part of the carving being in the form of persimmons. The cabbage with persimmons is a symbol of wishing the recipient this message, "May you have peace in all your endeavors." Measures: Height 6.25 inches, Width 10", Depth 4.25". Weight is about 5 1/2 lbs. More photos available.
Second half 19th century, Chinese wood and lacquer tray depicting Shoulao, the God of Longevity wearing a crimson robe. The deer, with which the deity is commonly associated, looks up at Shaulao from his left side, a short poetic text and seal is to the same side. Measures 14.24" square and is in excellent antique condition.
A set of six English Elizabeth II silver livery buttons engraved with a winged demi-horse crest. Made in 1959 by Alfred Ernest Neighbour, London, all are in excellent condition and measure 3/4th inch diameter.
Very fine hand painted English Battersea enamel patch box, circa 1750. Measures 1.75" diameter x 1 inch high.
Late 18th Century Bilston English enamel snuff box with dolphin on the hinged lid. Small spays of flowers adorn the sides. Measures 1.75" diameter x 1.25" high. Very good to excellent antique condition having a small chip to the bottom and some minor, but normal, wear to the base.
Chinese Rose Mandarin triangular shaped footed porcelain sauce dish. Measures 3.5" diameter x 1.25"
A small 17th century Chinese scholar's bronze water pot with matching spoon. The water pot is cast in the form of a goose, its head turned over its back, its feathers and wings picked out in relief and incised with swirls and other abstract designs. The casting is quite good and it has a wonderful patina overall. Measures 2.75" long x 2" high.
Large Chinese green glazed stoneware storage jar with a dragon, rooster, and two deer looking at the Shou character for longevity. May have been used to store rice or possible a liquid as the inside is also glazed. In original, as made, condition, it dates 1850 or earlier.
Small, 4 inches in diameter, Chinese Kangxi period blue and white porcelain plate or dish made for export. A great piece for the collector. Dates late 1600's. Excellent condition save one small chip. See last photo.
A mirror image pair of Japanese Meiji Era bronze vases with a bird hovering over flowers on both sides, and foo lion handles. Signed on bottom, these have excellent detailing and very good weight to them. Measure 13.75 inches high.
Imperial Russian black lacquered papier mache tea caddy with a hand painted troika scene on the lid. Dates circa 1850 and probably Vishniakov Factory, but unmarked. In very good condition commensurate with age with one small chip to back corner, it measures 4ʺ wide × 3.25ʺ deep × 2.5ʺ high.
A large, framed land indenture document between John Bailey and Peter Wallace for a parcel on North Street, Alexander Square, England, for the term of 80 years. Dated January 19, 1829, this beautifully handwritten document was written in lengthy detail with the map of the parcel included on the document. A square seal from the government is attached at the top and 3 wax seals are at the bottom with signatures. Document sight size measures 27” x 22”. Frame measures 33” x 28.5”.