COLORFUL MODERNIST ROSENTHAL GERMAN PORCELAIN PLATTER COLORFUL MODERNIST ROSENTHAL GERMAN PORCELAIN VASE From my own collection (I also have a large matching vase, ask me if you want to see it too, item number 4798), circa 1950s-60s, apprx 14" diameter at the widest points, stamped Rosenthal china, Germany, striking colorful, modern art type design, excellent condition, no damage or repair.


 

GREAT ART NOUVEAU HEMIXEM BELGIAN TUBELINED FLORAL TILE This Majolica like tile measures about 6" square and 3/8" thick, and I believe it was manufactured about 1900 by S.A.Manufactures Céramiques d´Hemixem,Gilliot & Cie. , Hemiksen Antwerp (Antwerpen). It has an awesome floral relief design of brilliant pink flowers and art nouveau swirling green folliage.

The design is on a white background with some expected crazing and minimal nicks to the edge of the tile as illustrated No apparent damage or repair. The back of the tile has an "H" in the center. I bought this while in Belgium a few years ago.

In amazingly well preserved condition, this is a rare item to find in the US. The tile was designed in the Tubelined technique and finding Tube Lined tiles are rare today. It is a very pretty stylized design with 3 pink flowers. Save on expensive European shipping and bid on this stunning art nouveau relief tile now! This is the type of sought after tile that is usually only found in books and on expensive European websites.


Manufacturer: American  

RARE ANTIQUE ROYAL DOULTON PLYMOUTH HOE SCALLOPED PLATE Measuring about 10 1/8" in diameter, this superb plate by Royal Doulton has been in my colleciton for many years. I am unsure of its age and upon research on the internet, I could only find 2 similar plates offered anywhere. One identical plate sold for $350 in October of 2004, and the other was over $200.

The plate has a splendid scalloped border and a colorful decal scene on the front entitled "Plymouth Hoe". The back is stamped with the appropriate Doulton Hallmarks with the green stamp "ROYAL DOULTON ENGLAND" and number 12 above it, and an additional lion and crown stamp with a tree and landscape. The backstamp is interesting as there are two . The usual Royal Doulton stamp and a further Doulton stamp with the words " Historic England D 5940 Regd in Australia . " Even the Australian backstamp has a small tree and a distant castle .

The scene is of Sir Francis Drake who is bowling at Plymouth Hoe. The colors are vibrant and quite lovely. The plate is perfect with no damage or repair. An awesome display piece to add to your Royal Doulton collection!
 

MINT ROYAL DOULTON SERIESWARE SQUIRE PLATE NR! SUPERB! This is a fabulous 10 3/8" seriesware plate by Royal Doulton from the Professionals series. It's marked on the back of with the Royal Doulton mark in dark brown with the issue number "D6284", which dates the issue to 1940 to 1948 according to my resources.

The Squire sits happily in his bright flamboyant outfit holding a drink or cordial. His coat is green, his vest rust colored, and he has a blue polka dot ascot or scarf atop a ruffled shirt.

The plate has "The Squire" at the center bottom edge, and all around are bright graphic objects including a feather, a riding crop, bottles, a candle, a bowl, books, and other interesting objects.

The plate is in excellent condition and free of chips cracks, scratches, or crazing. It's ready to display with the finest of Royal Doulton collectibles!
 

ALFRED MEAKIN ENGLAND MR MICAWBER DICKENS SQUARE PLATE Apprx 8" square, delightful vintage Dickens character plate. From my own collection. Stamped on the back GLORIA SHAPE Alfred Meakin England DICKENS CHARACTERS. On the front is a lovely transferware scene in vibrant colors showing Mr Micawber. It appears this was painted by the artist STANMORE.

The plate is a nice scalloped rounded square shape and is in perfect condition.

Unsure of age, great collectible!
 

ANTIQUE THOMAS GERMANY MINIATURE SILVER OVERLAY VASE Apprx 2.5" tall, bulbous vase, striking yellow glaze with silver overlay.

Stamped THOMAS GERMANY

Lovely German piece. Excellent condition.


 

RARE FIGURAL MAN & WOMAN LIMOGES MINIATURE BOXES I purchased this rare and unusual Limoges matching pair of miniature boxes for myself directly from the Gloria Vanderbilt Private Collection auction in 1999.

I'm including the certificate hand signed by Ms. Gloria Vanderbilt herself included when I purchased these.

Each box is beautifully handpainted and is authentic in every way. The matching couple have an art deco flapper era style.

On the bottom of each box is:
MC
Peint main
Limoges France

These are NOT reproductions of Limoges, they are the real deal.

Each of these lovely Limoges treasures are beautifully detailed, the woman's pearl necklace done in a raised paint. Apprx 2 1/2" high and in absolutely pristine mint condition, these would make a lovely addition to anyone's Limoges or miniatures collection.

 

RARE SET 3 WEDGWOOD JASPERWARE SIGNED ASHTRAYS Straight from a local estate collection exclusively to eBay comes these beautiful Wedgwood ashtrays. Each measuring approximately 3 1/2" in diameter, this lovely set is a prime example of the exquisite Jasperware that has made Wedgwood the classic collectible we know today.

The ahstrays are all identical with a green background and a raised white design, tyoical of authentic Jasperware.

What makes this especially collectible is the fact that the three pieces are signed and dated on the bottom by an original heir of Josiah Wedgwood. I purchased this from a person who traveled all around the world in the military. Evidently, he was at the Wedgwood factory in Dublin in 1963.

The base is marked as follows:
John Wedgwood
July 30th 1963
Dublin

It is also marked by the factory:
WEDGWOOD
MADE IN ENGLAND

The ashtrays are in excellent condition. There are no cracks, chips or damages whatsoever, and no repairs have ever been made. Perfect for the pickiest of collectors, don't miss out on this rare treasure!
 

LOVELY VINTAGE WEDGWOOD MING DEMITASSE SET w STAND Simply delightful demitasse cup and saucer set, complete with an old brass twisted wire stand! Saucer measures about 5" in diameter with a 2 3/8" tall cup. GORGEOUS design with flowers in a transferware pattern on the saucer and inside and the outside of the cup. Looks to be from the 1940s or 50s. Stamped "ADAMS Member of the WEDGWOOD Group MING TOI". Luscious celadon green background with blue flowers and dark green folliage.

EXCELLENT condition, no damage or repair, no wear, brilliant colors, great to use and display.
 

RARE VINTAGE 1972 WEDGWOOD BUTEN MUSEUM PLAQUE Just in from a local estate comes this unusual Wedgwood piece. Measuring approximately 2 1/4" in diameter, this piece is dated 1972.

The little plaque comes with its own Wedgwood blue holder (not pictured) and must have been a souvenir one purchased while visiting the Wedgwood museum. It's dark blue jasperware with a white raised design of the Butens, founders of the Wedgwood museum. The piece is marked "WEDGWOOD MADE IN ENGLAND" and has the museum information in gold on the back as well.

It is as follows:
BUTEN MUSEUM
OF
WEDGWOOD
1972

Mr & Mrs Harry M Buten Founders

In excellent condition, this great collector's piece makes quite a terrific display, and would round out the most extensive of collections! Free of any apparent damage or repairs, this would a welcomed addition to the most advanced of collections, why not add this one to yours today?
 

ANTIQUE ART NOUVEAU FRENCH HANDPAINTED SIGNED PLATTER Apprx 13 3/4" by 6 1/4", circa late 1800s, early 1900s, art nouveau to Edwardian era, from my home, French, stamped "GOA FRANCE". Artist signed, "B.A. Lockhart". Lovely long oval platter with small handles on the ends. Spuerb art nouveau design, hand painted, light blue with silver design. Excellent vintage condition, no damage or repair, sale priced below cost.
 

VINTAGE ROYAL WORCESTER CARD or CIGARETTE HOLDER Lovely little English holder, Royal Worcester, circa mid 1900s, sweet floral Rose design on both sides, back side has a smaller decaled graphich that the front, gold leaf on the rim, excellent condition, approx. 2.5" high and nearly 3" wide, superb decorative and collectible piece.
 

LOVELY ANTIQUE LIMOGES DEMITASSE SET CUP SAUCER Sweet demitasse or teacup and saucer, stamped on the bottom, matching pair, decals of blue flowers, perhaps violets? Saucer is about 4 3/4" diameter; cup is 2.5" high.

Set is mint, no cracks, hairlines, damage or repair. Check out my other new items for more cups and saucers to be sold in pairs.

Holder not included; display only.
 

VINTAGE SANDLAND WARE ENGLISH DEMITASSE CUP Lovely miniature cup, no saucer, sold as found, stamped on bottom, Staffordshire England, sweet floral pattern, mint condition, early to mid 1900s, about 2 1/8" tall 1 7/8" diameter.
 

ANTIQUE ENGLISH CREAMER CORNISH PISKY NEAR FALMOUTH Approx 3 1/8" tall antique English creamer, whimsical graphic on the front with a little creature called a pisky sitting on a mushroom.

CORNISH PISKY SEEN NEAR FALMOUTH

Stamped on the bottom ENGLAND

Circa early to mid 1900s.

Excellent condition. From my private collection.

Here is some information I found on Piskies:

The Cornish Pisky is the most famous of the Pobol Vean. However, what he/she/it looks like it depends upon which part of Cornwall you visit. In the East of Cornwall, we find the familiar tribe of Piskies, with their elfin looks, pointy hats and pointier ears. Like the Spriggans, they are mischievous creatures. However,in West Cornwall, Pisky is a solitary individual rather than a tribe. Margaret Ann Courtney defines the Piskies as follows:

'The small people go about in parties, but the pisky in his habits, at least in West Cornwall, is a solitary being. Here in the west he is a ragged, merry little fellow (to 'laugh like a Pisky' is a common Cornish simile), interesting himself in human affairs, threshing the farmer's corn at nights, or doing other work, and pinching maidservants when they leave the house dirty at bed-time.'

(Courtney, Cornish Feasts and Folk-lore, p.122)

Whichever version you choose, there is no mistaking Pisky behaviour. A favourite trick was to ride horses at night so that their owners found them exhausted in the mornings. Where the horses had been ridden in a circle, gallitraps, or faerie rings, were left behind.
 

PAIR WEDGWOOD of ETRURIA QUEENSWARE SMALL DISHES Lovely pair Wedgwood matching dishes, great for use on a dresser or even for candy dishes. Each one is scalloped in shape and measures about 4.5" square. Each one is stamped and has a raised pastel blue or pink neoclassic design. Mid 1900s in date. Both are in excellent condition.
 

COLORFUL MODERNIST ROSENTHAL GERMAN PORCELAIN VASE From my own collection (I also have a large matching platter, ask me if you want to see it too), circa 1950s-60s, about 7 1/2" tall and nearly 4 1/2" diameter at the widest point at the base, stamped Rosenthal china, Germany, striking colorful, modern art type design, excellent condition, no damage or repair.
 

ANTIQUE FRENCH GUERIN LUNEVILLE OBERT PEACHES PLATE From a local estate, this Guerin Luneville antique plate is estimated to date to the late 1800s. Perfect for the collector of fine English and French art pottery, ceramics and porcelain, this plate measures about 8.5" in diameter and is clearly marked on the back "K & G Luneville Depose France". There is also an imprint of an "R" and a small wire to hang it on the wall.



It appears to be handpainted in enamel and signed by the artist Obert, though I am unsure if this is made in a factory or sent to the individual artist. The design is superb with a realistic cluster of peaches, each peach in realistic detail in rich yellow and unber hues against a teal and green background.





In very good condition, this Victorian era decorative plate has a small nick on the edge and some factory imperfections as would not only be expected but desired. It has a small nick on the back where it touches the wall. None of the apologies detract from this piece whatsover in my opinion. It is a fine piece and a must for any collection.
 

PAIR MAJOLICA SUNFLOWER DISPLAY PLATES Two lovely matching plates, from my own collection for over 15 years. Each measures about 8 3/4" diameter. Lovely yellow, brown and green sunflower design. Really nice, minimal rubbing on the edges from being displayed. Unsure of age...early to mid 1900s, I'd estimate. No markings. Possibly English. Appears to have been based on a Wedgwood design according to my online research.

If you know anything about these plates, I'd love to hear from you.

Lovely condition. Price is for the pair.
 

ART NOUVEAU BAVARIAN PORCELAIN COVERED DRESSER DISH Good for the dresser or vanity as well as a decorative and functional little box throughout the house. Apprx 5" tall, Stamped JOSEPHINE BAVARIA with an HR in a circle. Hand signed by the artist with the initials M.P.S. Circa 1890s-early 1900s.

Gorgeous grape bunch design around the piece, grapes and grape leaves repeating. Gold leaf ring at the top of the lid.

Excellent vintage condition, minimal rubbing to the gold paint at the little top loop, nothing detracting. LOVELY little box!