1930 s Porcelain Cricket Player Decanter

Rare German Art Deco Bellhop Decanter with Shot Glasses This charming porcelain-glazed bellhop decanter is a delightful and rare example of German Art Deco design. The decanter is finished in a soft mint green glaze, with intricate details that capture the whimsical essence of the era. The bellhop, dressed in a classic uniform, features an exaggerated expression of helpful contentment, embodying the playful yet sophisticated style of Art Deco character pieces. The bellhop’s removable head serves as the top of the decanter, while he holds two shot glasses in his hands, with the other two cleverly nestled into his pockets. The set includes four shot glasses in coordinating pastel shades—green, blue, and pink. The bottom of the decanter is marked "Germany 1491," and each shot glass is marked "Germany 1." Condition Overall, the set is in good condition, with age-related wear consistent with its history. The glazing exhibits light crazing throughout, adding vintage character. The cork has become brittle and shows some loss. The green shot glass...

A rare and exceptionally handsome 1920s Majolica character mug by Sarreguemines, France, depicting a youthful Napoleon Bonaparte in vibrant color and exquisite detail. This beautifully modeled mug captures Napoleon with piercing gray eyes, a crisp red and green military uniform, and his iconic bicorne hat, rendered in classic French Majolica glaze. The interior reveals a luminous blue-green glaze, a hallmark of Sarreguemines’ artistry during the early 20th century. An example of this exact mug is held in the permanent collection of the Sarreguemines Museum, underscoring its importance as a collectible and its rarity on the market. The underside is clearly stamped: “Sarreguemines France, 461.” This piece is in excellent vintage condition, with only minor surface wear to the base and no chips, cracks, or repairs, a remarkable preservation for a nearly century-old ceramic. Character mugs, also known as face mugs or toby jugs, became highly collectible in the 19th and early 20th centuries, prized for their artistry and humor. Sarreguemines, one of France’s most renowned faience and Majolica manufacturers, produced some of the most refined and expressive examples. A Napoleon Bonaparte character mug is especially sought after, combining historical fascination, French patriotism, and the enduring legacy of one of Europe’s most iconic figures. This Napoleon Majolica mug...

A fine Meissen porcelain miniature or figurine. By Peter Strang. Strang was born in Dresden in 1935 and received a degree in Sculpture from the Academy...

B G, Bing Grondahl bricklayer figurine number 1786. 2. factory quality. In perfect condition. Early stamp, 1920s-1930s. Height 27 cm.