Is Barbour silver real silver?

Yes, Barbour silver is generally real silver. However, not all pieces produced by the brand are solid silver. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the American silversmith produced both solid sterling silver and silverplate tableware, flatware and decorative objects. Silverplate items consist primarily of base metal and have just a thin layer of genuine silver applied as a finish. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Barbour silver wares.

How can you tell silver from silver plating?

To tell silver from silver plating, try holding a strong magnet near the item. If the magnet is attracted to the piece, it is most likely silver-plated, as solid silver is unlikely to be magnetic. You can also check the hallmarks. Markings that say silver plate, EP, EPNS, EPBM or BP indicate plating. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate the piece. Explore a large selection of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Is argent silver real silver?

Yes, argent silver is real silver. Also called argentium silver, it is an alloy that consists of 93.5% to 96% silver, depending on the manufacturer's formula. Instead of being mixed entirely with copper, the pure silver in argentium silver is usually combined with a blend of copper and germanium, giving the metal improved heat and stain resistance. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.

Is Poole Silver real silver?

Yes, Poole Silver is real silver. However, the American silversmith didn't produce all of its pieces out of solid silver. Poole developed an electro-plating technique that allowed a thin, durable layer of silver to be applied over sturdy base metals. On 1stDibs, find a range of Poole Silver Co. silver wares.

Is Thai silver sterling silver?

Most thai silver has more pure silver in it than standard sterling silver. Most sterling silver is 92.5% silver with another alloy, typically copper, making up the rest of the metal. Thai silver often falls in the range of 97.5-99% pure silver, so a significantly higher percentage of it is pure silver, making it softer and less likely to tarnish. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver jewelry from top sellers around the world.

Is antique silver real silver?

Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.

Is Leonard silver real silver?

Yes, Leonard silver is real silver. However, the Leonard Silver Company electroplated most of its pieces, crafting them from base metal and finishing them with a thin layer of genuine silver. During the 1970s, Towle purchased Leonard Silver and continued to produce silver-plate serving trays and other silver-plated tableware under the brand name through the late 20th century. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of silver wares.

Is Godinger silver real silver?

Yes, Godinger silver is real silver. The American luxury brand produces tableware, decorative objects and giftware out of silver plate. As a result, their silver items have a base metal to which a layer of genuine silver is applied. They are not usually solid silver. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Godinger silver wares.

Is Sheffield silver real silver?

Yes, Sheffield silver is part real silver, part copper. Sheffield manufactured what is known as a Sheffield plate, which is a “double sandwich” form of plating—it has a sheet of silver on each side of a piece of copper. Shop a selection of Sheffield pieces on 1stDibs.

Is silver cutlery real silver?

It depends on the make and model whether or not silver cutlery contains real silver. Some flatware contains a percentage of sterling silver, however, not all silvertone flatware contains silver. Shop a wide collection of flatware, including silver, on 1stDIbs.

What is the difference between silver and antique silver?

The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.

Is Taxco silver real silver?

Yes, Taxco silver is real silver. Pieces bearing the Taxco mark come from silversmith workshops located in Taxco, Mexico. The region has been known as a major center for silver production since the 1920s. Find a diverse assortment of Taxco silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Is Gorham silver real silver?

Yes, Gorham silver is real silver, however, the silver content changes depending on the item. Some Gorham items are sterling silver, which isn’t pure silver, but a mix of mostly silver and a small amount of another alloy, likely copper. Some other Gorham items are silver-plated. Shop a collection of Gorham silver jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Is Russian silver real silver?

Yes, Russian silver is real silver, but it gets a little confusing because they do not have the same sterling silver standards that Europe, Australia, Canada, the United States and other countries associated with the British Commonwealth have. Russian silver is roughly 94.79% pure silver and the rest is copper or other alloys. The British Commonwealth silver standard uses 92.5% pure silver and the rest is copper or other alloys. Shop a collection of authentic Russian silver from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Is electroplated silver real silver?

Yes, electroplated silver is real silver. However, it is not solid silver. Electroplating is the process of coating a base metal with a thin layer of precious metal. In the case of electroplated silver, sterling or pure silver may be used as the precious metal. Due to the manufacturing process, an electroplated piece will consist primarily of another type of metal, such as nickel. Shop a large selection of silver wares on 1stDibs.

Is Wallace silver real silver?

Yes, some Wallace silver is real silver. In 1875, Wallace introduced its line of sterling silver flatware, which was 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy metals. The silversmith is perhaps best known for its ornate sterling patterns from the 1930s and ’40s. Among these were Wallace Rose Point, Sir Christopher, Stradivari, Grand Baroque and Romance of the Sea. It's important to note that silverware produced by Wallace prior to 1875 usually isn't real silver. Before the release of the Wallace sterling range, the company primarily manufactured pieces made with German silver, a copper-nickel alloy that contains no real silver. Shop a selection of Wallace silver wares on 1stDibs.

Are sterling-silver spoons solid silver?

A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How do I tell if a teapot is silver or silver plated?

To tell if your teapot is silver or silver plated, look for markings. Sterling silver teapots often show some type of markings, while silver plate pieces rarely have hallmarks. An expert licensed appraiser can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted silver teapots.

How can you tell if a silver plate is real silver?

To tell if a silver plate is real silver, first try holding a magnet close to it. If the magnet sticks, the piece may be silver-plated, meaning that it is primarily a base metal with a thin layer of pure silver over top. Alternatively, a magnetic plate may be crafted out of an entirely different material that simply has a silver-tone appearance. You can also research any hallmarks on the plate using trusted online resources or ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to give their expert opinion on the material. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of silver plates.

Is F.B. Rogers silver real silver?

Yes, F.B. Rogers silver is real silver. However, most pieces produced by the American silversmith are not solid silver. The company is best known for manufacturing silverplate, which sees a thin layer of genuine silver applied to objects made of base metals. Find antique F.B. Rogers Silver Company furniture and decor for sale on 1stDibs.

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Antique Oval Florentine Giltwood Mirror 19th Century 120x92cm

Located in London, GB

(bronze, later silver) and were too expensive for widespread use by common people; they were also prone to

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Oval Florentine Giltwood Mirror 19th Century 120x92cm

$2,811

"Armiger et Ephebus Indi" — Hand-Coloured Engraving - Grand Carrousel 1662

Located in TEYJAT, FR

watercolour and highlighted with silver embellishments. These fantastical portrayals were emblematic of the

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Baroque Prints

Materials

Giltwood, Paint, Paper

"Armiger et Ephebus Indi" — Hand-Coloured Engraving - Grand Carrousel 1662

$1,531 Sale Price

20% Off

Francois Bosio "Henry IV" Patinated Bronze

Located in Astoria, NY

silver copy were commissioned circa 1824 by the Maison du Roi to be placed in Louis XVIII's cabinet at

Category

Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Francois Bosio "Henry IV" Patinated Bronze, Late 19th Century

$5,500

1940s Black and White Lithograph By Francisco Mora, Miner

By C. Rodriguez Mora

Located in Lomita, CA

attention of an American audience. The Cleveland Museum of art states that workers in Mexican silver mines

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

1940s Black and White Lithograph By Francisco Mora, Miner

$442 Sale Price

25% Off

Spanish Colonial 1772 2 Real Cob Coin Sterling 18K Gold Pendant

By Steven Battelle

Located in Soquel, CA

silver "cobs" were minted there including the "pieces of eight" of pirate fame. This particular coin

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Spanish Colonial 1772 2 Real Cob Coin Sterling 18K Gold Pendant

$1,880

Vintage Pentagon Bracelet by Moshe Botser

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Vintage Pentagon Silver and Acrylic Bracelet An unusual pentagon-shaped bracelet by Moshe Boster

Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Vintage Pentagon Bracelet by Moshe Botser

$320

Stirrup Cup 19thc English Staffordshire Large Hound s Head

By Staffordshire

Located in Savannah, GA

, there was no need for a foot to the vessel. The earliest were in silver (known as 'tot cups') and date

Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Porcelain

Stirrup Cup 19thc English Staffordshire Large Hound s Head

$1,190 Sale Price

60% Off

Pompeian Bronze Co Bronze Clad Figurative Bookends, 1920s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

, made by adhering a skin of bronze to a plaster sculpture through a chemical process (similar to silver

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Pompeian Bronze Co Bronze Clad Figurative Bookends, 1920s

$495 / set

Antique Early 19th C. American Maple And Pine Corner Cabinet

Located in New Orleans, LA

silver or dishes inside were arranged to be admired. The bottom section had two wooden cabinet doors

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Corner Cupboards

Materials

Blown Glass, Maple

Antique Early 19th C. American Maple And Pine Corner Cabinet

$3,000 Sale Price

20% Off

2015 Balenciaga Black Neoprene Sleeveless Dress with Pearlescent Pin

By Balenciaga

Located in London, GB

pinned with an elaborate, large brooch pin which slots between two silver-tone rivets. These pins were

Category

2010s French Cocktail Dresses

2015 Balenciaga Black Neoprene Sleeveless Dress with Pearlescent Pin

$1,100

Yellow Gold Contemporary Earrings by Artist with Sky Blue Topaz

By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery

Located in Berlin, DE

was originally designed as table sculptures made of smoky quartz, silver, and gold, which were later

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Contemporary Earrings by Artist with Sky Blue Topaz

$5,863

Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Earrings by Artist with Sky Blue Topaz

By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery

Located in Berlin, DE

originally designed as table sculptures made of smoky quartz, silver, and gold, which were later transformed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Earrings by Artist with Sky Blue Topaz

$5,863

Berlot-Mussier ODYV French Art Deco Antelope Family, 1920

By ODYV

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

such as shades of pale green, beige, white or pink, all accented with gold or silver. All these objects

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Berlot-Mussier ODYV French Art Deco Antelope Family, 1920

$2,300

Antique French Decorative Giltwood Mirror 19th Century 127 x 77cm

Located in London, GB

(bronze, later silver) and were too expensive for widespread use by common people; they were also prone to

Category

Antique 1880s French Rococo Revival Wall Mirrors

Materials

Giltwood

Antique French Decorative Giltwood Mirror 19th Century 127 x 77cm

$3,223

Antique French Giltwood Overmantel Louis Revival Mirror, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

of solid metal (bronze, later silver) and were too expensive for widespread use by common people

Category

Antique 1860s French More Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Antique French Giltwood Overmantel Louis Revival Mirror, 19th Century

$3,772

Vintage Monumental Italian Rococo Giltwood Decorative Mirror 20th Century

Located in London, GB

made of solid metal (bronze, later silver) and were too expensive for widespread use by common people

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Rococo Revival Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Vintage Monumental Italian Rococo Giltwood Decorative Mirror 20th Century

$4,457

Ladies Gerald Genta-Bvlgari Tubogas Wristwatch, Prototype Piece Unique

By Bulgari

Located in Antwerp, BE

work was noted for silver pieces that were inspired by ancient Greek and Roman art. In the years to

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20th Century Italian Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Ladies Gerald Genta-Bvlgari Tubogas Wristwatch, Prototype Piece Unique

$11,368

Rare First Edition Woodblock Print Le Tabouret de Porcelaine by Paul Jacoulet

By Paul Jacoulet

Located in Atlanta, GA

background contrasts sharply with the lady's purple robe and black embroidered trousers. Silver mica powders

Category

Vintage 1930s Japanese Japonisme Prints

Materials

Paper

Rare First Edition Woodblock Print Le Tabouret de Porcelaine by Paul Jacoulet

$4,000

Tall Ceramic Vase with Robin Egg Blue Glaze by Otto Heino

By Otto Heino

Located in Atlanta, GA

between ceramics and modern art. The Heinos were awarded the Silver Medal from the International Ceramics

Category

1990s American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Tall Ceramic Vase with Robin Egg Blue Glaze by Otto Heino

$3,500 / item

An Exceptional Pair of Ormolu and Glass Triton Wall Lights by Lerolle of Paris

By Lerolle

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

and Industrial Products in Paris where they were awarded the silver medal. British newspaper coverage

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Antique 1870s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ormolu

An Exceptional Pair of Ormolu and Glass Triton Wall Lights by Lerolle of Paris

$18,105 / set

Ceramic Vase with Robin Egg Blue Glaze by Otto Heino

By Otto Heino

Located in Atlanta, GA

to redefine the relationship between ceramics and modern art. The Heinos were awarded the Silver

Category

Early 2000s American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Vase with Robin Egg Blue Glaze by Otto Heino

$2,200 / item

Turquoise Ring Antique Diamond Ring 18k Gold

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

rings were typically made from both gold and silver. Because gold was expensive during the antique

Category

Antique Early 1900s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Turquoise Ring Antique Diamond Ring 18k Gold

$6,500

Louis XVI Dressing Table by Paul Sormani

By Paul Sormani

Located in New Orleans, LA

World's Fair in Paris where the firm's designs were awarded a silver medal and again at the 1862 World's

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Vanities

Materials

Ormolu

Louis XVI Dressing Table by Paul Sormani

$54,500

Copper Metal Enamel Modern Vessels Abstract Design by Harold Tishler 1950s

Located in Miami, FL

under Josef Hoffmann. Upon his return to NYC in 1932, he began producing copper and silver enamels that

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Copper Metal Enamel Modern Vessels Abstract Design by Harold Tishler 1950s

$225 / set

Antique French Bronze Sculpture of Lioness by Louis Riche Early 20th Century

Located in London, GB

sculptures of lions were cast in silver by Risler et Carré. Our reference: A3840

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Vintage 1910s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Bronze Sculpture of Lioness by Louis Riche Early 20th Century

$2,880

Ceramic Moon Jar with Robin Egg Blue Glaze by Otto Heino

By Otto Heino

Located in Atlanta, GA

between ceramics and modern art. The Heinos were awarded the Silver Medal from the International Ceramics

Category

Early 2000s American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Moon Jar with Robin Egg Blue Glaze by Otto Heino

$5,000 / item

French Antique Bronze Sculpture “Dogs Chasing Rabbit” by Pierre Jules Mene

By Pierre Jules Mêne

Located in Shippensburg, PA

francs finished in silver. Mene's models were eventually purchased by Susse Freres, the foundry that put

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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French Antique Bronze Sculpture “Dogs Chasing Rabbit” by Pierre Jules Mene

$5,500

Maison Jansen Style Rare French Midcentury Patio Swan Chairs Set of 6

By Maison Jansen

Located in Palm Springs, CA

originally white. They were painted silver in the 80s. We have left them alone, as some might want to paint

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Vintage 1960s European Empire Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Maison Jansen Style Rare French Midcentury Patio Swan Chairs Set of 6

$6,910 / set

Striking Ceramic Jar Vase with Flowing Glaze by Vivika and Otto Heino

By Otto and Vivika Heino

Located in Atlanta, GA

were awarded the Silver Medal from the International Ceramics Exhibitions in Ostend, Belgium in 1959

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Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Striking Ceramic Jar Vase with Flowing Glaze by Vivika and Otto Heino

$6,800 / item

Large Ceramic Jar Vase with Striking Glaze by Vivika and Otto Heino

By Otto and Vivika Heino

Located in Atlanta, GA

to redefine the relationship between ceramics and modern art. The Heinos were awarded the Silver

Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large Ceramic Jar Vase with Striking Glaze by Vivika and Otto Heino

$6,850 / item

Reference Asian Art Book, The Decorative Arts of the China Trade

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

objects brought back were furniture, silver, silk embroideries, lacquerware, clay figures, fans and

Category

20th Century Books

Reference Asian Art Book, The Decorative Arts of the China Trade

$145

Mehraban Natural Dye Transitional Design Bliss Collection D5146

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

gray, gold and silver. Details that were meticulously hand-woven were alternating Herati style motifs

Category

2010s Afghan Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Natural Dye Transitional Design Bliss Collection D5146

$3,300 Sale Price

29% Off

Rare Shakudo Locket Pendant Necklace Bird Parrot Cockatoo Fan Japan Antique

Located in New York, NY

(gold and copper) and its counterpart, shibuichi (silver and copper) were immensely popular in the

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal, Shakudo

Rare Shakudo Locket Pendant Necklace Bird Parrot Cockatoo Fan Japan Antique

$1,895

Limoges France White Enamel and Pate de Verre Link Necklace

Located in Atlanta, GA

jewelry. Copper pieces were silver-foiled or gild-foiled, decorated with clear enamel, and topped with

Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Copper, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Limoges France White Enamel and Pate de Verre Link Necklace

$350

17th Century Fine Flemish Tapestry, Silk Wool, Green, Blue, Red, Battle Scene

Located in Port Washington, NY

. Gold and silver threads were sometimes incorporated into the weave to heighten the luxurious effect

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Antique Mid-17th Century French French Provincial Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk

17th Century Fine Flemish Tapestry, Silk Wool, Green, Blue, Red, Battle Scene

$98,999

Rowley Gallery Framed Mirror Triptych

By Rowley Gallery

Located in Petworth, GB

Emma Hamm as a small business specialising in picture framing. Their first premises were at Silver

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Table Mirrors

Materials

Gesso, Glass, Wood

Rowley Gallery Framed Mirror Triptych

$5,280

Box, Germany, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1890, Sign, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

mark, used from 1880 to 1925 for silver-plated Hollow-ware, and until 1930 for export articles. The

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Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Metal

Box, Germany, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1890, Sign, WMF

$8,000

19th Century Pair of Wrought Iron and Bronze Railing Feet

Located in Marseille, FR

19th century pair of foot of banister of staircase in wrought iron, the pines were in silvered

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Pair of Wrought Iron and Bronze Railing Feet

$4,547

RUSCHA ART 1970s WGP Pottery WALL PLATE " SAILING BOATS " 1970s Western Germany

Located in Landshut, BY

RUSCHA closed its factory in 1996, Scheurich acquired many of its designs and molds; distinctive silver

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Pottery

RUSCHA ART 1970s WGP Pottery WALL PLATE " SAILING BOATS " 1970s Western Germany

$344 Sale Price

24% Off

Antique Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Enamel Solid 56 14K Gold / 3.92 gr

Located in SE

- manufacturer of fine Gold and Silver items , active between 1872 - 1917. Since 1876 produced silver dishes that

Category

Antique 1890s Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Enamel Solid 56 14K Gold / 3.92 gr

$1,600

Pair of Hand Painted Velvet Lumbar Pillows on Silk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of hand-painted velvet pillows with silk backs. Tan silver/gold sheen. These were imported in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk, Velvet, Paint

Pair of Hand Painted Velvet Lumbar Pillows on Silk

$672 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Escalier de Cristal x E. Leveille E. Rousseau, Chrysanthemums Pot-Pourri Vase

By L Escalier de Cristal, Ernest Baptiste Leveille, Frères Pannier

Located in PARIS, FR

hesitate to cross the Atlantic to showcase their products in New York, where they were awarded a silver

Category

Antique 1880s French Japonisme Urns

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Escalier de Cristal x E. Leveille E. Rousseau, Chrysanthemums Pot-Pourri Vase

$29,319

Antique French Baroque Giltwood Mirror with Putti or Cherubs in Crest

Located in Casteren, NL

two very small spots on both left and right outer molding were repaired. The silver nitrate silvered

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Baroque Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mir...

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique French Baroque Giltwood Mirror with Putti or Cherubs in Crest

$5,684

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann 1925 Hydravion Sofa in off White Gilt Legs 1980s Copy

By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Interior Crafts, Richard Himmel

Located in St. Louis, MO

and the gracefully sculptured silvered bronze legs appeared throughout Ruhlmann's career. He produced

Category

1990s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann 1925 Hydravion Sofa in off White Gilt Legs 1980s Copy

$7,500

2 Hanging Lamps Art Deco, German, Wmf Design, 1930 in Iridescent Glass

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

appeared in 1856-1859. The products were made of silver metal and glass among his works are candle holders

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

2 Hanging Lamps Art Deco, German, Wmf Design, 1930 in Iridescent Glass

$25,000 / set

French Art Deco Ceramic Lady by ODYV, 1920

By ODYV

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

, all accented with gold or silver. All these objects were distributed by independent distributors who

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

French Art Deco Ceramic Lady by ODYV, 1920

$3,500

Ming s Hawaii Button Enhancers In 14K Yellow Gold, Set of 3

Located in Honolulu, HI

in gold, sterling silver, pearls, jade, coral, and Ivory, depicting Hawaiian and Asian motifs and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Yellow Gold

Ming s Hawaii Button Enhancers In 14K Yellow Gold, Set of 3

$495

19C Anglo Indian Highly Carved Teak Sadeli Mosaic Inlaid Sewing Box

Located in Dallas, TX

velvet lining. It has its original brass carry handles on the sides and sits on 4 silvered button feet

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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Sandalwood, Teak

19C Anglo Indian Highly Carved Teak Sadeli Mosaic Inlaid Sewing Box

$680

Pair of vases WMF, German, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

or silver-plating, i.e. one gram of deposited silver spread over an area of one square decimetre. WMF

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Pair of vases WMF, German, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

$17,000 / set

Pair of vases WMF, German, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

or silver-plating, i.e. one gram of deposited silver spread over an area of one square decimetre. WMF

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Pair of vases WMF, German, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

$25,000 / set

Flowers. 1970s. Paper, watercolors. 75, 5 x 54, 5 cm

Located in Riga, LV

and other countries. Two pupils (Maris Springis and Janis Andris Osis) were awarded the Silver Medal

Category

1970s Impressionist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Jekabs Arturs Springis
Flowers. 1970s. Paper, watercolors. 75, 5 x 54, 5 cm, 1970s

$842 Sale Price

20% Off

Folksong. 2001, oil on cardboard, 92, 5 x 57, 5 cm

Located in Riga, LV

and other countries. Two pupils (Maris Springis and Janis Andris Osis) were awarded the Silver Medal

Category

Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Jekabs Arturs Springis
Folksong. 2001, oil on cardboard, 92, 5 x 57, 5 cm, 2001

$2,680 Sale Price

20% Off

Fruits. Watercolor on paper, 74, 5 x 55 cm

Located in Riga, LV

countries. Two pupils (Maris Springis and Janis Andris Osis) were awarded the Silver Medal at the World

Category

1980s Impressionist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Jekabs Arturs Springis
Fruits. Watercolor on paper, 74, 5 x 55 cm, 1980s

$1,148 Sale Price

20% Off

Still life with bread 1983, watercolor on paper, 75, 5 x 55, 5 cm

Located in Riga, LV

) were awarded the Silver Medal at the World Exhibition in Riga 1964 – Accepted into the Artist’s Union

Category

1980s Impressionist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Jekabs Arturs Springis
Still life with bread 1983, watercolor on paper, 75, 5 x 55, 5 cm, 1983

$1,148 Sale Price

20% Off

Composition. May 27. 1992, watercolor on paper, 73x48 cm

Located in Riga, LV

Silver Medal at the World Exhibition in Riga 1964 – Accepted into the Artist’s Union of the Latvian SSR

Category

1990s Impressionist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Jekabs Arturs Springis
Composition. May 27. 1992, watercolor on paper, 73x48 cm, 1992

$1,148 Sale Price

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Still life with east carafe. 1981, watercolor on paper, 75, 5 x 55, 5 cm

Located in Riga, LV

Andris Osis) were awarded the Silver Medal at the World Exhibition in Riga 1964 – Accepted into the

Category

1980s Impressionist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Jekabs Arturs Springis
Still life with east carafe. 1981, watercolor on paper, 75, 5 x 55, 5 cm, 1981

$1,148 Sale Price

20% Off

Composition with split bowl. Watercolor on paper, 73x54 cm

Located in Riga, LV

) were awarded the Silver Medal at the World Exhibition in Riga 1964 – Accepted into the Artist’s Union

Category

1980s Impressionist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Jekabs Arturs Springis
Composition with split bowl. Watercolor on paper, 73x54 cm, 1980s

$1,148 Sale Price

20% Off

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