Whether one loves the dachshunds hunting or a rabbit ready to jump, one can easily fall in love with all of these adorable animals – even the pig. Whether the duck is out for a stroll or a kangaroo ready to leap, any of these …
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Decanter Labels shown in the photo will be described from left to right. Decanter Labels first appeared in England in the 1730’s. During the Victorian era, there was a proliferation of silver decanter labels made as they were very popular. They were often called tags …
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A wonderful vibrant green colored 20th century Hungarian Pottery Flask. The workmanship on this piece is quite intricate as well as interesting and it resonates throughout the piece. Hungarian writing is on 1 side of the flask telling a fable and a floral design is …
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By the 18th century, the decanter had become a vital part of many in the English aristocracy. However, the main problem with the decanter was that the contents of the wine within was not necessarily known. Those around the table were in the dark because …
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Royal Copenhagen is the oldest and most respected manufacturer of porcelain in Denmark. The company gas been making porcelain since 1775. The 18th century was the pinnacle in porcelain for blue painting. At that time and previously, European factories looked to China in order to …
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A very attractive Antique English Green Colored Finger Bowl that is in excellent condition.
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A very attractive and elegant English Silver Plate Mug that is a copy of an early George 1st style. It has a tapered body with a scroll handle. This lovely English Silver Plate Mug makes a lovely gift and therefore, we have purchased several others …
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Although the poodle is the national dog of France, these doge were first bred in Germany. Poodles are among the most recognizable of all dog breeds. Known largely for their stylish looks, the athletic and intelligent poodle has so many more talents besides simply looking …
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Experience the charm that the English Staffordshire Potters created with this porcelain Begging Miniature Dog. Having bright red ears, black eyes and nose, a green collar residing on a green pillow (?), this dog has lovely detail work. This helps explain why Staffordshire animals, cottages, …
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Repousse by Kirk dates back to 1828 making this pattern a timeless heirloom to use while entertaining. It is a French word that literally means “pushed back”. Repousse is an intricate detail and ornamental design in sterling silver. The workmanship is done by a technique …
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You are either a dog lover or a cat lover and for all of those cat lovers, we have this charming Antique English Staffordshire Miniature Cat. Made in the Longton, Staffordshire, England factory which eventually became Stokes-on-Trent, our delightful cat resides on a green plinth …
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A Hyacinth Vase, made of glass, is primarily used for forcing hyacinth bulbs to bloom indoors. This is typical during the winter and early spring months. These vases were designed with a narrow neck to hold the bulb above the water level. This allows the …
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An Antique Staffordshire Cottage today is a wonderful collectible. These miniature pottery houses were made predominately during the 18th and the 19th centuries in England. They often resemble traditional English homes featuring charming details such as having thatched roofs, open windows and even grassy borders. …
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A lovely pair of 19th century English Black Papier – Mache Napkin Rings. There is a very pretty floral design in mother of pearl that resonates on each one. The mother of pearl colors are pink and blue as well as the traditional white and …
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Antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. Whether used for holding trinkets, papers, coins or other objects, boxes come in all sizes and shapes. No matter what they are made of or what their use is, decorative boxes add …
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A 20th century French Tole Water Pump that is a lovely replica of an early one. The intricacy of the workmanship is quite accurate and very good. There is a hook to hang the bucket when it is not being used to collect water and …
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What a great housewarming gift this pair of vintage small American Sterling Silver Candlesticks are! They are charming and will look wonderful whether on a table or a mantel. A lovely pair of sterling silver weighted candlesticks with a classic design. They have a sleek …
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One of the most collectable “parts” of a tea service is the sterling silver tea strainer which has been used for centuries. This came about as no one really enjoyed loose tea leaves while drinking their tea. After loose leaves were brewed in hot water, …
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Hyacinth vases, sometimes called tulip vases or bulb vases, were used to grow bulbs which would produce a flower indoors. This would generally occur during Winter and early Spring. These vases were quite popular in the Victorian period and were made in a variety of …
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Tea strainers emerged in the 17th century in Europe when tea drinking became extremely popular and readily available to those outside of China. Given the surge in tea drinking in Europe and America, the tea strainer was designed to separate the loose leaves from the …
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In the middle of the 1800’s, Staffordshire potters started producing little ceramic castles and cottages which were displayed in British homes. These pieces were produced for the working and middle class customers to be decorative objects placed on mantles or in cabinets. Some of these …
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The Art Nouveau movement flourished in France and Britain in the early 1880’s. Very quickly, the movement became a dominant aesthetic style in Western Europe and the United States. It featured rapid social and technological change as industrialization, mass production, and urbanization accelerated. It was …
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Dalmatians are distinguished by the black or brown spots on their white coats. Their demeanor is self-possessed and alert, and they have an intelligent as well as curious expression. Dalmatians gained a great deal of popularity in the 1990’s especially after the re-release of the …
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The Georgian Silver Skewer was introduced during the mid 18th century. Silver skewers were both decorative and functional. A skewer was predominately used to serve meat and poultry in a nice elegant, refined way at the table. It held the joints in place while the …
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Amethyst glass is highly prized by collectors and enthusiasts for its beauty, rarity, and history. Many collectors are drawn to the colors and shapes. Also, collectors are drawn to amethyst glass because of its rarity. Even though glass has been produced for many years, pieces …
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Quite the rage, hyacinth vases were always featured in Victorian homes. Many of them were displayed on windowsills at this time as well as on mantle pieces. Victorian women loved hyacinth vases to force flowering bulbs for wintertime blooms indoors. This Victorian passion continued well …
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Antique hyacinth vases have been produced for over 300 years, with production starting around 1700. Early hyacinth vases were often hand-blown, with variations in shape and color reflecting regional styles and individual techniques. Hyacinth vases became essentially popular in the mid to late 19th century. …
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Victorian women loved forcing hyacinth bulbs in special vases for winter and early spring bloom. The practice dates back to the mid-1700s when Madame Pompadour, the influential mistress of Louis XV, had hundreds of hyacinth flowers scattered around in vases at Versailles. Our 3 Antique …
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The porringer can be traced back to the 1600’s where it evolved from its predecessor – the silver posset cup. These two items are very similar in styles. The main difference though is that porringers generally do not have covers while posset cups do. This …
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An American brass and three candle arm Bouillotte Lamp with a lovely shade. This type of lamp was introduced in France in the late 1700’s as a result of the card game of bouillotte being played. The bouillotte lamp consists of a tole (metal) shade …
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A wonderful pair of 19th century Chinese Black Papier Mache Cups in a tea bowl shape. A lovely chinoiserie design resonates throughout each cup as it depicts people in different scenes with various landscapes. Mother of pearl colors used are white, pink, blue and green …
View Item >A fine stoneware, called Ironstone China, was introduced in England in the early 19th century. It was patented by Charles James Mason (1791-1856) under the name “Mason’s Patent Ironstone China”. There is no iron in ironstone, and it is not porcelain or made in China. …
View Item >Mason’s Ironstone Jugs are always a favorite with the collectors, admirers, and enthusiasts of English Porcelain and Ironstone. These Jugs/Pitchers were used for milk, water and beer. The sizes can vary from the smallest being approximately 1 3/4 inches in height to as large as …
View Item >The Arts and Crafts movement came about as a reaction to industrialization and mass production. The designers were also against the extravagant, and over-decorated Victorian taste. They wanted to focus on good simple designs. Also, a return to hand crafted work of the highest standard …
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