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This curated selection of curiosities covers the material culture not covered by other collections. These pieces are interesting because they are rare and have been treasured for a long time and speak to our place in history. You will find a broad assortment of functional and decorative objects from antiquity to early 20th century. Hopeful you will be surprised and amused. 

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  • Japanese Imari Charger, Taisho Period circa 1910

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    A Japanese imari charger, Taisho period circa 1910 in blue and white glazes.

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  • Majolica Tile Panel, Portugal circa 1900 Was $4950

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    A nice large and bright majolica pottery tile panel depicting jumping frogs in a pond with cattails and flowering vines. The ochre colored border i...

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  • Set of 4 Celestial Musicians, India circa 1890

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    A set of 4 late 19th Century Celestial musicians, India circa 1890. Each musician is seen playing a different musical instrument.

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  • Plaster Bust of George Gordan, USA circa 1870

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    A 19th Century bust of George Gordon by Pietro Mezzara, circa 1870.

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  • Circa 1880 Coal Scuttle, England

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    A late 19th Century English painted tole coal scuttle, circa 1880.

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  • Art Pottery Vase, Marked Fulper

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    Original price $325.00 - Original price $325.00
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    An art pottery jug, marked Fulper.

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  • Rare Large Chinese Porcelain Cache Pot without stand circa 1910

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    Original price $895.00 - Original price $895.00
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    Unusual faux bois decoration on porcelain with court scenes in lozenges. Chinese export porcelain made circa 1910

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  • Dutch Colonial Painting, circa 1870

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    An early 19th Century Dutch Colonial painting of an estate with a duck pond, circa 1830. A rare and charming painting.

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  • Circa 1780 Rare and Large Lowestoft Platter in the Chinese Taste, England

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    A rare and large Lowestoft platter in the Chinese taste, England circa 1780.

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  • Circa 19th Century Brass Vases with Zinc Liners, A Pair

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    A pair of 19th century brass vases with zinc liners.

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  • Circa 18/19th Century Ottoman Manuscript Page

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    A late 18th early 19th Century Ottoman manuscript page decorated in gold, red and black.

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  • Circa 1880 Meiji Period Wood Kettle Hook, Japan

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    Original price $295.00 - Original price $295.00
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    A curious and amusing Japanese wood kettle hook, circa 1880 on later custom stand. These decorative organic looking hooks where meant to hold a pot...

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  • Circa 1810 Engraving of an Egyptian Monument, France

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    An early 19th Century French engraving from the "Description de l'Egypte", printed after Napoleon's expedition into Egypt, circa 1810. Framed and m...

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  • Circa 1810 Engraving of an Egyptian Monument, France

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    An early 19th Century French engraving from the "Description de l'Egypte", printed after Napoleon's expedition into Egypt, circa 1810. Framed and m...

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  • A Late 18th / Early 19th Century Painting of a Gentleman

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    A late 18th / early 19th century painting of a gentleman.

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  • Circa 19th Century Empire French Bronze Lion Mount

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    Original price $125.00 - Original price $125.00
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    A curious Empire French bronze lion mount, 19th century.

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  • Circa 18th Century "Block and Tackle" Engraving, France

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    An engraving by E Grantel, a French engarving, 18th entury. The scene are several types of block and tackle used in buidings. Framed with with a cr...

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  • Late 18th Century Rembrandt Etching #11, by Francesco Novelli

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    Rembrandt etching done by Francesco Novelli, Italy circa 1770. We have 32 of these in identical frames. Priced individually. Message us with any qu...

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  • Vintage Judy Dater Photograph of a Reclining Male

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    A Vintage black and white photograph of a reclining male nude by Judy Dater (1941-) untitled.

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  • Circa 1900 Bohemian Engraved Ruby Flashed Glass Vase

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    A Bohemian engraved ruby flashed glass vase, circa 1900.

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  • Circa 1900 French Yellow Glass Perfume Bottles, A Pair

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    A pair of French yellow glass perfume bottles, circa 1900.

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  • Circa 1820 French Empire Candlesticks, A Pair

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    A pair of French Empire candlesticks, circa 1820.

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  • Mid-19th Century Victorian Painting Depicting Charity, England or America

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    A charming Victorian painting depicting charity. England or America, mid-19th century. 12" H 0.75" D 10" W

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  • Circa 1780 Chinese Export Rouge de Fer Porcelain Plate

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    A Chinese export rouge de fer porcelain plate, circa 1780.

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