Unknown Ephemera

This truly magical 1930's hair clip of a silver metal moon, embellished with set in rhinestones, in shades of orange, yellow, pink, red, blue and green, is the perfect piece to embel...

Outstandind and very refined antique lace and silk parasol with a bamboo pole. This French parasol dates from the late 19th/early 20th century. It is crafted from exquisite French la...

Beautiful French Art Deco children's parasol, with a lovely floral print of large daisies in mauve and brown. The handle is made of polychrome wood with a light beige and mauve tone....

Late 19th Century imitation tortoise shell lorgnette magnifier glasses with a dramatic foldable long handle. A ring at the end of the handle can be used to attach the lorgnette to a chain for easy wear. Perfect for a dapper gent or a lady of leisure. No maker's mark. CONDITION Good antique condition with some light scratching to the surface of the tortoise finish. The magnification of the lenses is not that strong so the lorgnette glasses...

Fine French Art Deco Paste Comb made in France in the 1930's. Clear celluloid is overlaid with a vibrant turquoise celluloid which is incised an...

Victorian Chatelaine Perfume from the 19th Century of gilt and silver gilt metal. Retains original hook to hang from belt as well as matching vial with original cork and glass liner....

Elegant Bamboo Handled Sterling Letter Opener from the 1940's. Made in Mexico with appropriate hallmarks. Fully etched bamboo motif on both sides of handle. 8.75" x .5".

Art Deco French celluloid necessaire, painted black with a flapper in a Robe de Style gown holding a Poiretesque rose, The interior containing a glass s...

Art Deco Bakelite Laminated Cigarette Holder with Case. Cream and Black bakelite laminated in graphic stripes in its own black silk faille case lined in ivory silk. Sterling silver t...

Middle Eastern, Palestinian, Egyptian Bedouin women face veil, from the Bedouin tribes of the Sinai Desert. Vintage or semi antique collector ethnic f...

This antique Surrealist sculpture set of two one-of-a-kind female figurines was handmade in hammered steel wire with patina estimated as early as the 1920s. Each ribald three-dimensional self-standing torso study of a woman features either three spiral springs (suggesting pregnant belly with large breasts...

Antique Gilded Brisé Fan Pierced Celluloid Hand Fan with Gold Painted Figures Late 19th / Early 20th Century An exquisite antique brisé-style fan featuring pierced wooden ribs deli...

Victorian Perfume Chatelaine in the Japanesque taste, popular in the late 19th Century. Silver plated with partial gilding as highlighting for the A...

Lemaire Enamel Opera Glasses made in Paris circa 1930's with hand enamel painted 18th Century figures with a cupid on handle. Extremely beautifully painted...

Morphew Abode Late 19Th Century Edwardian Metal & Seashell Perfume Dispenser

The Maruman Red Lacquer Cylinder Lighter from the 1970s is a striking example of vintage luxury and craftsmanship. Its vibrant red lacquer finish, complemented by elegant gold-tone d...

Wonderful antique Victorian French bevelled edge decorative hand mirror with a gilt finish. Featuring a painted porcelain back with a lady design and a pink and blue edging with raised hand painted gold detail. The mirror is edged with a beaded border, and there is a ring for hanging on the wall. Measuring height 20.5cm / 8 inches by maximum width 7cm / 2.75 inches. The mirror has foxing and some cracks. The frame is in very good condition, with some wear to the gilt finish. The porcelain picture back is in very good condition. This is a very beautiful heavy antique hand mirror...

This modern and fabulous signed Vicenza sterling silver belt buckle is Italian and from the 80's. It was never ever used or worn. You will need to furnish your very own belt strap or...

Astrakhan Mink Ambassador Cossack Hat 1960´s 100% Real Astrakhan Fur from Karakul Breed of Sheep. Mink Cossack Style Hat Real Mink Hair - Ranch Raised, Incredibly Luxurious Mink hair...

This vintage set of 3 amber colored celluloid bangle bracelets have different colored rhinestones. They are each razor thin and will only fit a size 6 or max 6.5 wrist. From the 40's...

Late 19th Century imitation tortoise lorgnette magnifier glasses with a spring loaded mechanism for easy folding and storage. The gold tone metal frames...

Rock crystal and metal table lighter, Mid-Century, 1960s - France Material: Rock crystal and metal Period: 1960s Country of origin: France Good condition commensurate with age an...

THEATER - (Made in France) Chiseled golden metal ex voto representing a heart topped with a flame. You can open it to hide your secrets. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: ...

Circa 1780/1810 China for Export in Europe/Portugal Large bedspread or hanging in cream satin embroidered with polychrome mercerized silk threads. Large orderly and architecturally d...

Hudson Bay coyote Fur Blanket (huge throw 90"x60") Size: Queen 90"x 60" Made in Canada with the best quality pelts which are fluffy and lightweight, have the highest hair density,...

Vintage Sterling Strawberry Pillbox from the 1950's, Mexico. Hand raised and beautifully crafted. Twist to open and close. 2" long x 1.25" wide x 1.25" high.

Pair of French Brass and Mother-of-Pearl Opera Glasses Circa 1900, Verdi et Paris. Length 4 1/8 in. Condition Report Good Condition.

Unusual Victorian Sterling Beard comb from the late 19th Century. Sterling frame hand etched with an iris and butterfly motif. Comb has a break but there is...

Italian Silver Floral Etched Minaudiere from the 1950's. Heavy handmade construction with compartments for lipstick and powder and other items. Unmarked 800 silver. Crack in mirror. ...

Brand New amazingly soft Chinchilla fur blanket with cashmere Loro Piana lining Size: Queen 90"x100" Made in Canada with the best quality Eu...

Charming Sterling Art Deco Shoe from the 1920's. Originally made as a pin cushion for use but now works as a decorative object. Super unusual T strap design of sterling with wood lined bakelite sole. Most sterling pin cushions...

Art Deco Fruit Salad Volupte Compact from the 1930's. Pastel Trifari glass "fruits" on an enameled metal base, Original fittings unused, however, some ...

Portuguese jewelry box in porcelain and golden edge "Margarita" Exquisite Portuguese porcelain jewelry box. Oval and with a harmonious profile, the pi...

Lovely Victorian Sterling Etched Match safe from the late 1900's UK. Hand etched with ornate scroll patterns with a cartouche which was added for initials....

Circa 1790/1820 France Beautiful collectible pair of Orientalist mules shoes dating from the early nineteenth century. Square-tipped upper in fawn leather embroidered with tulips i...

Oversized Art Deco Lacquered Buttons with mother of pearl and black lacquer. Made of wood with laquered finishes great for costuming. Donut shape ba...

Charming Art Deco Travel Hangers in blue leather case with 6 collapsible stained wood and metal hangers in the set. 5" x 4.5" case, Hangers me...

THEATER - (Made in France) Chiseled golden metal ex voto representing a heart topped with a flame. You can open it to hide your secrets. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: ...

Karl Palda Art Deco crystal vanity suite, circa 1925. Both decorated with acid etched frosted squares with red and black Modrianesque motifs. Cons...

Just one of the treasures brought back from a mother-daughter world tour, this comb was purchased in Spain in 1924. Its impressive width and high profile are perfectly suited for wearing with a traditional mantilla draped over the head (and we happen to be selling a spectacular haute couture embroidered one under separate listing!). Celluloid hair comb...

Brand new exceptionally soft natural Chinchilla Fur pillows. The color is a rich black velvet shade with a gradient to a clean white band Size ...

Charming Victorian Novelty Pencil designed for office use in the late 19th and early 20th Century. Glass cabochons (4) are each color coded to a different pencil color. To release, guide the cabochon down track to reveal the color needed. Creative design which made office life easier over a hundred years ago, with the added convenience of hanging off a necklace chain or waist chain...

ALEXANDER ZOUARI black silver crystal encrusted headband Reference: ANWU/A00207 Brand: Alexandre Zouari Designer: Alexandre Zouari Material: Suede Color: Black, Silver Pattern: Solid...

Gorgeous Limoges porcelain plate, mint green and pink, early 20 th– France This romantic Limoges porcelain plate features hand-painted fuchsia and pink roses on a pastel mint green ...

Museum-Quality Antique Middle Eastern Islamic / Bedouin Niqab Face Veil, Mid-20th Century, with Silver Coins & Amulets A rare and museum-quality iddle Eastern Islamic / Bedouin woman’s face veil (niqab), Egypt, circa 1920–1940. Traditionally worn by Bedouin women during weddings and ceremonial occasions, this extraordinary piece represents the finest examples of tribal jewelry, textile art, and Middle Eastern embroidery. Design & Craftsmanship: Worked on a base of fine red silk and cotton embroidery, richly adorned with antique Ottoman silver coins. Heavily decorated lower edge with nickel silver amulets in the form of protective hands, believed to ward off the Evil Eye. Intricate tassels, chains, add movement and texture. Preserved in a custom lucite display box for protection and presentation. Cultural Significance: These veils were more than garments; they were symbols of wealth, protection, and status within Bedouin communities of Egypt, Palestine, Sinai, and Negev. Worn only during special events such as weddings and feasts, their ornate decoration distinguished them from the simpler everyday niqab. Each veil reflects the identity of the tribe, with regional variations in embroidery, color, and adornment. Provenance & Literature: Comparable examples are documented in “Traditional Palestinian Embroidery...

19th century India for the internal market Amazing pelmet or panel of tent or Indian palace dating from the nineteenth century. Very fine embroidery with polychrome floche silk threa...

Charming hand carved Art Deco Carnelian Match Holder with a terrier climbing up a sphere. A faux ladder is carved into the stone and becomes the "strike" ...

Brand New Natural Chinchilla Fur blanket with a black Kasha satin lining (for lining in cashmere/wool please contact us for custom order blanke...

A Chasuble in Deep Red and Brown Velvet, with Gold Ribbon. Lined with a deep green. Front measures 36 x 26". back 38 x 26". Shoulder to shoulder 15". Sleeves 11".

Charming Young Girls Floral Ensemble from the 1939 Worlds Fair comprising cotton floral dress and matching sun parasol. Dress is trimmed with ruffles a...

Elegant 19th Century Ribbed Silver Pill Box handmade of coin silver. Simple reeded silver is used for simple oval handmade box. 1.25" x .75" x 1" high.

Brand New Natural Chinchilla Fur blanket with a black wool and cashmere lining Size 40"x 60" Made in Canada with the best quality natural European chinchilla

Malachite glass scent bottle by Hoffman/ Schlevogt, evening bag size. Made in the early 1930's with Chinoiserie patterns and a gilt filigree metal s...

Elegant French Black Lacquer Travel Photo Frame to keep close ones at hand. Cover slides over on each side to reveal photo which can be propped up o...

Charming Enamel Brass Pillbox or cigarette case with pastoral scene on hinged cover set within deep blue enamel scrollwork. Best for use as decorative desk piece or can be used in a ...

Czech Beaded Decorative Pockets from the Art Deco Period. Hand beaded and made as sew ons for 1930's day dresses. Sold and priced per pair. Old stock. $185...

Czech mini scent bottle wrapped with gold filigree panels. Each panel has a bezel set faux lapis pate de verre rose with white cold enamel decoration. With gilt filigree and faux l...

Old stock of period silk and metallic lame ribbon from France. This type of material is no longer produced and actually has metal content which when creased retains those lines, simi...

rare CHIC & MODE Alexandre Zouari 2X black pink crystal lingerie hair clip Reference: ANWU/A00241 Brand: Chic and Mode Designer: Alexandre Zouari Material: Plastic, Metal Color: Blac...

Shagreen (sharkskin) eyeglass holder with carnelian glass beads and silk tassel. Holder sides open for entry and closes when handle is used. Holder onl...