Thank you Joy. I was immediately attracted to it, so I thought I would investigate. What I found intrigued me, so I brought it home to share.
That is very helpful to look at font style as an indicator. I also appreciate your answer that a signature does not indicate an age. Thank you.
Thanks for your help as always.
Good artist not maker. I could try some chemicals to see if I could remove it but right now nothing.
In my never ending efforts to learn about antiques, I have recently run across two porcelain objects that have signatures. The first one is this...
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Wonderous thing. Do you add fluid or is it closed?
superb piece with bugs :):):)
In my limited experience, these would be glass rather that stone. Based on the shape, they may be for a ceiling fixture. Others will know more.
Welcome Havign trouble typing - cat on lap. :)
Thank you so much for the lovely comment. I had hoped to find a way to share my joy about being a member of this forum, and the richness of the...
Hi Shelby. Having problems with uploading pictures? You will find a lot of good information in the Support & Testing forum, which can be found...
I think it comes down to what your purpose is in buying an antique. I buy antique furniture for its beauty with the idea that I will use them...
That is such a lovely idea that as it ages it turns a little bit more green.
I keep my secretary open so I can easily get at the useful stuff. Closing it will make you less eager to use it in my opinion.
My primary goal was the Hermitage Museum, which holds 3 million art objects ranging from rooms and rooms full of old Masters to a building...
Twenty years in the wanting and two years in the planning. St Petersburg and its environs are fantastic.
Thank you. I got it at the museum attached to the palace. it came with a certificate that confirmed it made from left over bits from construction...
Thank you for allowing us to enjoy her too.
Is the scratch on her face extra?
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