I would guess at the earlier part of the 20th Century.
In my view, for what it's worth, I wouldn't automatically dismiss all sealed items as rubbish, especially items that were sealed in earlier years,...
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Hello. I'm considering the possibility of purchasing a supposedly 'old' enameled glass vase which I find quite attractive. It stands circa 33cm...
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I'd be grateful if anyone were able to identify the maker of these 40cm chargers. The design seems typical of old De Porceleyne Fles delftware,...
Basically the same game as 'Ludo' in the UK, if I remember correctly.
Aha ! Southeast Tanzania, Northern Mozambique or Kenya - according to Google. Sincere thanks for your assistance. Am obliged to you for your...
I'd be grateful if anyone were able to suggest the origin and possible age of this unusual ebony/ebonised African carving. Any help appreciated !...
For what it's worth, I would guess at third quarter onwards.
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I've just come across this pair of (seemingly) antique shoes which are extremely unusual. Has anyone seem anything like these before, or even...
At a guess, I would say a European Delft type vase - possibly Dutch.
May be partly hand-coloured, but the main design is usually laid by transfer.
Appears to be 'Famille Rose'- type modern transfer printed item. Produced in China, of decorative value only.
The cavetto decoration of alternating cartouches of flowers (usually Peony) is often found on plates dating from the C18th.
For what it's worth, I would suggest possibly 18th century - Qianlong or Yongzheng.
I've just come across this slightly bizarre chimp mask, which I suspect may possibly have been originally used for advertising cigars in a...
Not 100% sure, but it looks like an inverted mark for CLUJ porcelain from Romania.
In my humble opinion, this looks like a utilitarian piece - often known as 'Kitchen Qing - dating from the 19th century. Made in provincial kilns...
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