Yes, the Jenson seems pretty desirable. I was surprised how many early bids it got compared to the jewelry.
My first impression was Pennsylvania Dutch or copy there of.
Thought some of you might looking through this auction. https://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/167633_fine-jewelry-silver-glass-and-fashion/
You know only the Japanese would have the time and patients to do that!
Like others, came from families of long time collectors and started going with them when I was 5 and given a dollar to spend. Passed it on to our...
I think this is often referred to as 'Chinese Export' jewelry. I have a set with very find filigree that is gold over silver. Think most was...
I agree that it probably comes apart. The trim around the bottom of the top is either attached to the top OR it is applied to the top of the...
Kiek, I'm with the others. The table is showing its character. We have had some much worse, A couple of old timers around here used to rub the...
Those are beautiful, INH. Nice additions to any collections.
Not Komo here, but it was used during the Feast of the Tabernacles (Sukkoth) for holding etrog which is a lemon like fruit. Correct me if I'm...
It is packed away with notes of its history and who it goes to. If/when I can get to it, I'll try to take pictures for you.
Agree on the carnelian. KSW, not all pot metal is useless. Some tell a story. My great grandfather escaped from the Austro-Hungarian area during...
Mother had almost exactly the same bracelet. Even the clasp and 'diamonds' look the same. Think I sold it about 5 years ago and it went for more...
Grandmother used her spoon like yours for serving cranberry jelly or mint jelly. Don't know if that was the intended use.
Ola, I would use all 3 in my title: compote, comport and footed bowl. Cover all your bases :-)
If all else fails, you might try Restoration Hardware.
Very nice - clean it up and perhaps have the leather replaced with a appropriate piece. It is one of my very favorite styles - which you would...
Stay safe in Istanbul. We have enjoyed visiting there.
The Japanese had a mythical bird (but looked similar to your picture.) They called it a Rising Pheonix, Flying Turkey or Howo bird. You see it a...
What is the brown thing in front of him?
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