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Mario Torres Cockatoo on Metal Swing

September 25, 2015

Amusing mid century Mario Torres wicker Cockatoo perched on a metal swing. Having a brass face and beak. He appears to be saying something cheeky. Mexican Circa 2000 H: 24 W:20 D:12 Ref: MTC24

Large Middle Eastern Buildings Painting

September 10, 2015

Mid-Century acrylic on canvas painting of a Middle Eastern street scene executed with bold impressionistic brush strokes. Depicting exotic architecture with shadowy figures and colorful doorways. Signed J. Ferrer at the bottom. Origin unknown Circa 1970 H:37 W:41 D:1.25 Ref: … Continue reading

Pair of Mario Torres Cockatoo Table Lamps

August 24, 2015

Pair of Mario Torres table lamps depicting Cockatoos perched on a branch with brass and copper beaks and copper eyes. Constructed of a metal frame tightly wrapped in wicker or reed with matching wicker shades. Signed Mario Torres 1974 on … Continue reading

Pair of Mirrored Inlay Pattern Tables

July 9, 2015

A stunning pair of mirrored end tables that are an intriguing combination of influences. The mirrored tops have a blue and silver kaleidoscope pattern framed in silver leaf over wood and the top skirt is mirrored in silver and blue. The … Continue reading

Large Pair of Terra Cotta Majolica Eagles

July 6, 2015

An opposing pair of life size majolica or glazed terra cotta eagles that are perched on mountainous bases. These birds of prey bring a formidable attitude that are symbols of trust, bravery and strength. Executed with fine detail right down … Continue reading

Round Rosewood Carved Anglo-Indian Table

June 17, 2015

A round Rosewood or Bombay Blackwood Anglo-Indian table with a carved top. The top is intricately carved with a border of several motifs, including a jungle complete with big cat and mountains with architecture, as well as a center carving of … Continue reading

Mid Century Faux Bamboo Bronze Set of Nest of Tables

June 8, 2015

Chic mid century Jansen style bronze nest of tables with hand polished lacquer finish. The large table has a stick and ball gallery and all 3 tables with straight, faux bamboo legs, bracket bases and pad feet. Manufactured to a … Continue reading

Group of 4 Architectural Relics or Ornaments

May 18, 2015

Group of 4 exotic architectual remnants in assorted sizes, shapes and tones presented on wood bases and baring centuries of ware and patina. Each fragment is individually mounted on a wooden base to showcase it’s patina to showcase it’s time … Continue reading

Three Tiered Mahogany Set of Shelves or Etagere

May 13, 2015

3 tiered mahogany shelves or etagere, in the British Colonial manner,  with classic turned finials and supports over dramatic bulbous feet with brass wheels sporting a crisp finish. Big on function bold in design. Newly polished. English Circa 1990 H: … Continue reading

Mid Century Pair of Large and Dramatic Polished Horns on Mounts

April 24, 2015

Large and formidable pair of steer or bull horns with bold dramatic form and polished to a sophisticated glow, trimmed with tassels and mounted on ebonized wood classical bases. As occurs in nature, one horn is an inch shorter. The … Continue reading

19th C. English Campaign Style Roll Top Desk on Custom Stand

April 8, 2015

A 19th c. diminutive, antique, mahogany roll top desk on stand with brass plaque, brass lined case, string inlay, intriguing pop up hidden compartments, brass recessed campaign hardware and well proportioned custom stand. If furniture could tell secrets this piece … Continue reading

Mounumental Mid-Century Faux Elephant Tusks on Bases

April 1, 2015

Seriously monumental,  custom mid century pair of fabricated composition faux elephant tusks decorated with Egyptian style rings in faux stone. Set in heavy cast stepped bases anchoring cantilevered weight. Sophisticated fantasy for a dramatic statement. H 113  Sq 18 Ref: … Continue reading

A Pair of Custom Made Copper Table Lamps

December 24, 2014

A pair of copper table lamps with time worn patina , having ebonized wood bases under hand hammered and twisted copper urns with bold looped handles, topped with acorn finials. Newly polished and wired. Morocco. Mid 20th C. Height: 31, … Continue reading

19th C. Red Paper Mache Tray or Tray Table on Custom Stand

December 23, 2014

Early paper mâché tray now serving as a cocktail or coffee table,  with custom made wood stand all in a desirable deep red or ox blood color, having 4 faux bamboo legs and cross stretchers. Tray decorated in well worn … Continue reading

Antique Leather Foot Stool with Nail Head Trim

An unusual, antique brown leather foot stool with a wood frame and saddle shape, decorated with brass studs, strong in form with a scalloped base and well formed leg. Newly polished. England. Circa 1880 Height: 21, Width: 23, Depth: 14.5, … Continue reading

A Pair of Neo Classical Style Painted Tole, Wood and Mirror Wall Sconces

December 1, 2014

A fine and important pair of 19th century Italian neo classical style 6 arm wall sconces. Composed of a decorative cascading top, over worn, well patinated gilded metal acanthus leaf back plate, spiraling to paired gilt flowers, all above a … Continue reading

19th C. Tufted Leather Foot Stool or Bench, with Raising Capabilities

November 28, 2014

Here is a fine, 19th century, brown leather, button tufted foot stool with mahogany frame and brass tacks over turned legs and brass wheels. Having the added feature of adjustable angles, of raising 6″, in increments for ultimate comfort. Gracefully … Continue reading

Georgian Childs High Chair in Mahogany with Stand

November 5, 2014

A English Georgian mahogany child’s high chair on a detachable one drawer stand. The chair having a ox blood leather seat with brass tacs, reeded scrolled arms on turned supports with tapered reeded legs and an H stretcher. The base … Continue reading

A Pair of Pierced Crest Courting Mirrors

An important pair of carved and painted courting mirrors with soulful patina. An interesting combination of French form and Moroccan decoration. Executed in the early to mid 19th century with an old label. A great surface to the mirrors, that … Continue reading

Pair of Chinese Export Blue and White Lidded Jars with Longevity Symbols

October 8, 2014

A pair of Chinese Export porcelain blue and white lidded jars with longevity motifs and foo dog finials. China. Late 20th C. Height: 17, Diameter: 9 Ref: 392XLLX

Pair of Large Chinese Export Lion Playing Motif Jars

A pair of large Chinese Export lion playing ball motif jars, with a crackle glaze, drawn in a dark blue glaze on an almost celadon background. China. Mid to Late 20th C. Height: 23, Diameter: 11 Ref: 116LIN  

A Pair of Chinese Export Vases with Peony and Vase Motifs

October 6, 2014

A pair of elegant blue and white Chinese Export porcelain vases with vase and flower motifs. China. Late 20th C. Height: 16, Diameter: 7 Ref: 448CG

Octopus Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone

September 25, 2014

Octopus coral forms in strange varieties of shapes, with structures ranging from tight delicate clusters of tentacles to a more thick substantial tree like growth. Extremely sculptural in form, these centerpieces are a great scale for bookcases, consoles, credenzas or … Continue reading

Black and White Cup Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone

Cup corals grow in solitary forms often in caves or under overhangs. The individual leaves are thick and crusty, the natural curl of the coral lends itself to the creations of large, almost floral centerpieces.  These cup coral sculptures are exclusively … Continue reading

Horn Carved Heron on Hoof Shaped Wood Plinth

September 10, 2014

Intriguing bone carving of a heron with inset glass eyes, mounted on a hoof shaped wood plinth. Curiously life like in expression and posture. Probably Thailand. Late 20th C. Height: 12.75, Width: 6, Depth; 2.5 Ref: 2721

Chinese Export Barley Twist Lacquer Decorated Floor Lamp

A made for the English market , Chinese export carved to a barley twist floor lamp, once probably a torchiere. Lacquered in black and burnished with gold Asian motifs. Classic, chic and full of soul, perfect for that dark space … Continue reading

Merulina Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone

August 27, 2014

The merulina coral is truly the flower of the sea, with concentric coral petals wrapping one around the other. This is a take on one of mother natures finest moments. Real and natural white merulina coral, designed, hand cut and … Continue reading

Pair of Indian Roller Bird Pillows on Linen, Priced Individually

June 26, 2014

A pair of mirror image Indian Roller bird pillows on natural linen. Priced and sold individually Down filled. Contemporary. 12″ x 17″ Ref: 635PLA-S

1816 Architectural Stone Date Block Mounted on a Metal Stand

June 11, 2014

A carved stone architectural block custom mounted on a metal stand, elevating the early 19th C stone into a 21st C work of art. Vernacular in shape, with great texture, a sculptural statement for all ages. United States. 1816 Height: … Continue reading

Art Class on Cape Cod Naked Ladies, Oil on Canvas Pointillism Painting

June 4, 2014

A typical New England summer art class, set in front of Cape Cod antique houses, on a grassy field, a classic summer scene, unusual in that the art class is conducted in the au naturel. Signed by George Durant and … Continue reading

Sticky One

May 26, 2014

Sticky Five

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Rugosa Coral Mounted on Coquina Stone Base

April 28, 2014

A rugosa coral centerpiece mounted on square coquina stone base. Rugosa coral has slight ridged leaves, reminiscent of the sea. Designed and made at FS Henemader. Height: 10, Width: 12, Depth: 11 Ref: X1    

Fire Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone Base

Fire coral centerpiece mounted on coquina stone base. Height: 13, Width: 13, Depth: 7 Ref: A-7

Pair of Aluminum Warren Kessler Classic Form Lamps

April 25, 2014

A pair of Warren Kessler aluminum lamps. Classic form with a modern reflective twist. Newly wired and with new shades. United States. Circa 1970 Height: 29.5, Width: 5.25, Depth: 5.25 Ref: 2528 PB/Med

Carved and Gilt Rectangular Mirror

April 7, 2014

A carved and gilt rectangular mirror in the Peruvian manner, with diamond shaped mirror panels surrounding the central mirror. This mirror would work well hanging both vertically and  horizontally. Peru. Mid 20th C. Height: 28, Width: 23 Ref: 367F

Brass Hand Pounded Deer Head Bowl

April 3, 2014

An elongated brass bowl with deer heads at either end, formed of pounded brass. Very rustic with a folk art appeal. Continental. Height: 7, Width: 19, Depth: 8 Ref: 2474

Pair of Retro Etched Palm Tree Pottery Lamps

March 6, 2014

These are a great pair of etched palm tree pottery lamps, with alternating light and dark palm fronds heads on smooth and etched backgrounds. Fantastic ocher colors, on ebonized bases. These are extremely decorative lamps, with a great presence. Signed … Continue reading

18th C Dutch Bombe Chest in an Old Red Surface

February 28, 2014

A beautiful 18th C Dutch bombe chest with wonderful proportions, beautiful lines and a great painted surface. The color is a muted red, although a later paint, the artisan who painted this piece, was highly skilled, the depth and surface … Continue reading

19th Century Aubusson Tapestry Pillows, Priced Individually

February 21, 2014

A pair of small pillows with decorative fringe made from a 19th century or earlier aubusson tapestry. Beautiful color combination, with a perfect choice of fringe. One pillow has minor spotting, clearly visible in the photographs. Down filled. Dry clean … Continue reading

Cup Coral Centerpiece

January 23, 2014

A white cup coral centerpiece, hand cut pieces of cup coral, carefully selected and arranged to create this beautiful centerpiece. Designed and made by us. Height: 11.5, Width: 18, Depth: 18 Base 12 x 12 Ref: B106

19th C Ebonized Finish Chest of Drawers with Faux Bamboo Trim

A 3 drawer chest of drawers, with an ebonized stain finish, faux bamboo trim, and high bracket base and recessed campaign style brass hardware. A great size, and a real looker. One of many chests available. England. Circa 1880 Height: 36, … Continue reading

Table Size Gigas Clam Shell

This is a gigas clam shell, perfect for table top decor, nice size with a great organic surface, and clean interior. Clam shells like this are getting very hard to find. H: 8 W: 22 D: 13 Ref: 105C

Pair Of Oil on Canvas Early 19th C. Portraits of a Man and Woman

December 27, 2013

A pair early 19th C. French oil on canvas paintings of a man and woman, probably husband and wife. Neoclassical and Napoleonic in style, these paintings are very well executed and evoke the elegance and romance of the period. Original … Continue reading

Brass Bowl with Indian Hunting Scenes

November 19, 2013

A hand made embossed brass bowl with Indian hunting scenes, among foliate and palm tree designs. Indian. Early 20th C. Height: 5.75, Diameter: 9 Ref: 354

Chinese Export Porcelain Male Figure

A Chinese export male figure in porcelain.  Bright colors. Asian. Mid to late 20th C. Height: 14.5, Diameter: 4 Ref: 9UNK

Anglo Indian Horn Lap Desk

October 11, 2013

An Anglo Indian applied horn lap desk, with a tooled leather and penwork ivory interior. Made for the English market, these lap desks are rare India. Circa 1850 Height: 5.5, Width: 16, Depth: 12  – Desk Open 18.5 D Ref: … Continue reading

Pair of Sterling Silver Carved Abalone Serving Pieces

October 7, 2013

A very decorative pair of red abalone, pearl abalone and silver fork and spoon serving pieces. Probably English. Early to Mid 20th C. Fork  – (Height: .5, Width: 2.5, Depth: 8.5) Spoon –  (Height: .5, Width: 2.5, Depth: 8 ) … Continue reading

Anglo Indian Silver Serving Tray

An Anglo Indian silver serving tray, with embossed elephants, palm trees, gazelles and village scenes, evoking the humor and romance of another era. Delightful and fanciful on such a formal milieu. Indian. Late 19th C. Height: 11.5, Width: 13, Depth: … Continue reading

Small Campaign Style Chest

A four drawer campaign style chest of drawers in mahogany with a tooled leather top, recessed brass hardware, bracket base and brass strapping. One of many chests available. Nice proportions and a great looks. English. Circa 1920 Height: 24.5, Width: 18.25, … Continue reading

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