First thought was Sara. My sister is beginning to make pottery. I’m going to try to convince her to put a plainly identifiable mark on her work...
If I had to guess he likely inherited a large collection. He definitely wasn’t an entrepreneurial scrapper. He just happened upon some silver and...
I’ve always wanted a silver beaker so I probably will get it shined up and actually use it. I can’t see that happening any time soon but when it...
Since it is unadorned with engraving and bigger than many Kiddush cups that didn’t really occur to me. I should have included dimensions. 4” tall...
Had a big silver score recently. This beaker came out of the eclectic menagerie. The former owner acid tested many things along with cutting into...
I believe an auction house I frequent allows for 0.5oz per handle on these. I’ve never checked their allowance accuracy.
Nice find for 5!!! I found this video helpful in the quest for opal knowledge. Could it be better? Yes. Was it quite helpful? Yes. [MEDIA]...
What a great little carving! I had never seen a mole portrayed by a carver until now, never mind a Zuni carver.
Is it super heavy solid wood or something else? Yours is really pretty and should have a market even if it’s not antique. I have a beautiful one I...
Oh wait is that your vase? Maybe I’m imagining subtle differences lol.
I’d have said it looks interesting and maybe have some age. Then I saw Kent’s comp. First I said well damn, it really is old and interesting...
Maybe outside paint, leave the inside writing surface, then paint the drawers inside and whatnot. Inside writing surface is too pretty.
Satsuma cream/beige color in addition to being heavier earthenware. I bet you intended to toss that in and it just slipped your mind.
That’s the best option so far but as Baker said I’m not totally convinced. Thanks!
I’ll get a better one when possible. Out of town at moment. I don’t recall any lettering with the lion. :)
Anyone know the mark here? It makes me think of one of the arts & crafts era makers marks. No clue though. Can’t tell if the lion crests are...
Love it! I’d have gotten that in a heart beat.
Doesn’t strike me as sold gold but I’d definitely want to test it before doing anything with it. Pretty!
Not that I’ve handled much of it but from what I have I have not seen a molded mark either.
Woot!
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