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November 2003 Fine Art & Antiques Online Auction Catalog

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Lots

Antiquities
1-10
11-20
21-30
31-34
Paintings
35-49
50-64
65-79
80-94
95-109
110
Works on Paper
111-125
126-140
141-155
156-170
171-185
186-200
201-205
Silver
206-215
216-225
226-234
Bronze
235-244
245-254
255-264
265-268
Glass
269-283
284-298
299-313
314-328
329-342
Furniture & Decorative Arts
343-352
353-362
363-372
373-382
383-388
Porcelain, Pottery & Ceramics
389-398
399-408
409-418
419-428
429-432
Orientalia
433-442
443-449
African Art
450-459
Oriental Carpets & Textiles
460-469
470-476
Estate Jewelry
477-486
487-496
497-506
507-516
517-526
527-536
537-539
Books, Maps, & Leaves
540-549
550-559
560-569
570-576
U.S. Coins
577-586
587-595
Vintage Photography
596-604


Art Nouveau Candlesticks

383. Art Nouveau Candlesticks


Pair of silver plated candlesticks have a decorative base, accented with flower petals and leaves. Verso of base is marked "Barbour S.P. and Co, International S. Co." Stems of candlesticks are accented by a tall leaf design. Candle holder has been designed to resemble a flower bud. Verso of base is also engraved with the number "M3772." Barbour S.P. and Co. was founded in the late 1880's and was later purchased by the International Silver Co. in 1898. Measures apprx 14" x 5-1/2."

150/300 Sold: $74.75

Nautical Copper Plaque

384. Nautical Copper Plaque


Nautical copper plaque has reportedly been exhibited at the Columbian Exposition. This plaque features one large round medallion with a shipwreck scene in the center. This medallion is flanked by two round medallions on each side. Right side depicts Neptune, the god of the sea, as well as a set of weather forecasting equipment. Left side depicts two mermaids and a compass. A celestial sun carried by angels accents the top of the shipwreck scene. Plaque measures apprx 19" x 29-1/2."

100/300 Sold: $207.00

A Rosewood Tea Caddy, C. 19th Century

385. A Rosewood Tea Caddy, C. 19th Century


Antique wood tea caddy is divided into three sections. Center section has rounded compartment lined with rose-colored velvet. Remaining two sections are empty. Hinged lid closes and has a mother-of-pearl lock. Exterior of box is varnished and has a lovely warm red/brown color. Red paper was originally glued to verso and now is peeling off. No visible markings. Box measures apprx 13" x 7" x 7."

250/350 Sold: $172.50

Victorian Oriental-Style Birdcage

386. Victorian Oriental-Style Birdcage


Charming Victorian brass birdcage is dated c. 1870. Oriental style with pagoda architecture. Small ceramic tray is attached to bars, and would be filled with water. Round brass hook attached to top for hanging. Unmarked. Measures apprx 18" x 14-1/2" x 8."

100/200 Sold: $51.75

Cast White Spelter Plaque

387. Cast White Spelter Plaque


Cast white Spelter plaque is adorned by acanthus leaves and cherubs. Plaque itself features a round medallion-like center with upraised figures of a woman playing a horn and a man watching her from behind a tree. A small animal lies at the woman's feet. It is surrounded by foliage and German writing at the bottom reads "Der trompeter von sackingen die ucberrasehung." Measures apprx 10-1/2" square.

50/100 Sold: $69.00

Sylvester Copper Box, Arts & Crafts Period

388. Sylvester Copper Box, Arts & Crafts Period


Simple copper box stamped "Sylvester" on verso features a very faint image of a horses head in brass inlay on hinged lid with inlay pewter bands. Decorative band at rim of box in brass. Measures apprx 1" x 3" x 4."

50/75 Sold: $51.75

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