Naif Design dinnerware by Villeroy & Boch has been in production since about 1978, completely inspired by the naive paintings of a now famous artist, Gerard Laplau; Laplau's name now appears on each piece of dinnerware, within the print. It is said that Laplau first drew the attention of those who publish the Unicef cards, and about the same time, was noticed by Villeroy & Boch. Each item depicts one of Laplau's renditions of old French rural and urban life, as well as other va ...click for details
Six paintings by early, listed California artists, four by Fitch (William Fitch) Wray (1891-1967), and two by Verne Lucinda McCann Gillespie (1901-1980).
Fitch Wray was born in London, England, eventually moving to California in 1922, where he worked for many years as a Hollywood scene artist for the movie industry. These four small paintings were painted in Yucaipa, California where he later made his home and created ...click for details
Gorham Solid Sterling Silver Flanged Sugar Spoon, or Small Berry Spoon, in "Buttercup" pattern, hallmarks of 1875-1900, and "Sterling," 6" long. Used, excellent condition. $10 US Shipping. [one available]
Six (6) 19th Century Coin Silver Spoons by "Poindexter," each with monogram of "WGF," in the "double swell fiddle" pattern, made in Lexington, Kentucky. All six have wear and age issues, with the two 6-1/8" dessert/tea spoon bowls having the most damage; one is even split at the shank (see photos). Each of the 9" table/serving spoons has condition issues in the bowl, although far less in comparison to the smaller spoons. With the right tools and some pa ...click for details
Small Sterling Silver Souvenir Spoon with "Mexico" down the handle, eagle as the top piece to the handle, round intaglio Aztec design bowl with vermiel (gold wash, gold plate, gilt) background. The Aztec motif and vermiel are characteristic of Aguilar's designs in the 1940s. The uppermost left-hand and first word of the signature is only partial and unreadable, second word is "Mexico," alongside a partial "HA" round, early stamp of Hector Aguilar, and "PV ...click for details
It's hard to improve on Mother Nature... this tiny Natural Shell Box is exquisite! The photos do not adequately show the lusterous, iridescent surfaces, both inside and out, of the shell, assuring that you will be even more pleased when you see it in person.
Resting on gold-tone gilt metal stand, with gilded mounts, hinge, and clasp, this precious beauty measures approximately 3.25" (8.25 cm) wide, 2.25" ...click for details
A lovely, unusual pate de verre plaque in the shape of a heart, with "lacy" edging, and young boy with basket. There is a hand-engraved signature on the side, a date that appears to be 1918 or 1978, although the style of the piece indicates the earlier date; and we cannot identify the mark with interlocking letters, presumably the artist's symbol. 5" x 4.5" x .75" (12.70 x 11.43 x 1.90 cm) deep. Means for hanging on wall has been drilled into the back. Excellent c ...click for details
Probably Bohemian and probably Moser, but cannot guarantee maker, set of Six cut-crystal Open Salt Cellars, in four differing patterns and all of the same shape, with gilded, cut-scallop rim, and tiny applied, mouthblown crystal shell-feet. Rim gilding is all intact, although much of the bowl gilding is missing from most pieces. Glass is in Excellent Condition with no crack or chips. Good age wear to the feet when viewed with a loupe. 1.25" (3.17 cm) tall, 2.25" (5.71 cm) diameter. ...click for details
Impressed "F&M Co" on base, indicating manufacturing date of 1860 - 1880, Germany. Rarely available, small handpainted polychrome porcelain plate, with flo blue central pattern and gilt accents. A beautiful little plate which would be an asset to any antique porcelain collection. It measures 7.25" diameter, with a deep well and rococo rim. There is a small flake to the underside rim and wear to the gilding; priced accordingly. $12 US Shipping. NOTE: Although impression ...click for details
Lovely "Rust Chinese Bouquet" diminutive vase, decorated on front and back, and with gilding. Apx. 2.25" tall, 2.50" diameter. Marked "1960," on base. Excellent condition. $8 US Shipping.
