Two days later, same thrift, got this set, sold as a group for a surprisingly low amount. Esp. interesting because we've had several posted...
Nice Finds, all! Was darn sure this wasn't Chinese, too heavy and well made. Once home, Id'd it! Murano Mandruzzato. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
That was the first thing I thought when I saw the signature. Unusual for a piece like this to have a maker's name in magic marker. It also looks...
When I look through a loop, all I see is paint. These seem to be done on a very thin slice of ivory, based on the picture that is completely...
Thanks Fig! Yes, I've inquired about and sold piano key frames before. Just wanted to be sure the paintings in this recent group weren't anything...
And one last one: [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Just curious if any stand out, or if anyone recognizes the artist or anything about these. Thanks!
Frames have seen better days, but these three were at a garage sale a while back, and wound up buying them. They are actual paintings, probably...
I supposed it depends on the item -- gold or sterling meltdown (not suggesting the OP's set is melt down) or something that has instant cash-in...
Might as well put a shout-out to @Calico while I'm at it. :happy: I suppose there is no hope for the tarnish on the metal, right? I tried a...
Thanks Wenna. With the keyword floral overlay (thank you!) found a slightly similar dress clip with the same color bakelite, different style...
Seller told me "Bakelite", I was going to get it either way as price was very low. Figured might be more interesting if it wasn't Bakelite in...
Very sweet! Here is a similar piece on Ebay:...
Wow, Krya. What beautiful work you do. The finished product here looks brand new. :happy::happy::happy:
Lovely find, Kyratango, and beautiful work. Amazing! :)
It was a total help. I couldn't make head's or tails out of it. Thank you.
And: http://www.ebay.com/gds/Vintage-Quebec-Copper-Enamelware-by-A-Gagnon-/10000000176322883/g.html
Good eye, Bronwen. With those words already found something on Pinterest: "Abstract Enamel on Copper Brooch Pendant Signed "a. gagnon quebec"...
Any guess on the signature? Thank you for taking a look. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I can understand the confusion, I've seen the following in print: "Hallmarked: Reed and Barton" ... that kind of thing. Not correct, but you do...
Ah ha! Yes, a prize from a fair could easily be what this is. New word for me: "Fairing". Thanks!
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