Decor
Antique HENRY CHARLES FREEMAN LTD. Calling Card Case
Dated to 1897, this antique calling card case from the Henry Charles Freeman Limited Company has a fanciful design and is decorated throughout with scrolling vine details; a portrait of a horse peeking out from a small vignette on the case’s front. This case was traditionally used to store calling cards (a practice common in 18th century Europe) and was meant to be carried in the waistcoat pocket of a gentleman’s jacket. Stamped with a maker’s mark under the hinged lid, this card case offers a delightful piece of bygone décor to be added to the home or sprawling collection.
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Vintage MARSHALL STUDIOS for PARKER PEN COMPANY Pen Holder
Dated vintage, this pen holder was made by Marshall Studios for the Parker Pen Company and adds a delightfully dated touch to the desk and home office. This pen holder is crafted from solid oiled walnut, with pieces of glazed stoneware inlaid into charming designs. Accommodating a single fountain pen, this pen holder is affixed with the maker’s label on its underside.
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French Art Nouveau Gilded Bronze Vase
Sourced from France and exhibiting an Art Nouveau styling, this vase depicts a dramatic female nude against frothing waves. Gilded bronze for brilliant visual appeal, this unique vase is crafted in the manner of François-Raoul Larche (1860-1912), a noted French sculptor who was renowned for his sensual figural work. Stamped with the R. Cottin Foundry insignia on the reverse side of the vase, this authentic piece of Art Nouveau décor is sure to delight in any traditionally styled home.
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Vintage MARTZ POTTERY “Bird Bottle” Vase
Crafted in 1970, this vintage “Bird Bottle” vase by Martz Pottery adds a wonderful piece of postmodern pottery to the tabletop décor. Glazed in white with earthy, washy tones wrapping around the body of the vase, this vase features two mouths that allow for a variety of floral arrangements.
About the Designer:
Martz Pottery was created by husband and wife team Gordon and Jane Martz. They met while studying ceramics at Alfred University, married upon graduation, and moved to Jane’s hometown. Jane’s family owned Marshall Studios, a company that produced hand painted lampshades. As the company grew, their production expanded to creating turned wood lamp bases as well. Marshall Studios then changed generations to Jane’s parents, and the young artists were encouraged to contribute their talents. They devised a way to mass produce these pottery bases while still having handmade aesthetic and finishes. One of their lamps, Martz No. 101, was recognized by Edgar Kaufmann, Jr. who worked with the Museum of Modern Art. The lamp was selected to appear at the MoMA for their 1953 Good Design exhibit, which launched Marshall Studios and Martz Pottery’s popularity and sales. Once the Modernism trend declined, the company was sold and later closed.
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Vintage Brass Yorkshire Terrier Figure
Cast in brass, this charming figure depicts a sculpture Yorkshire Terrier, complete with a bow adorning the dog’s head. Dated to the mid-20th century, this brass figure adds a great vintage appeal to the home and is complete with a naturally darkened patina that details this figure’s well-loved history.
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White-Tailed Deer Skull
This white-tailed deer skull adds an intriguing touch to the personal cabinet of curiosities. Beautifully preserved, this skull is sourced from a doe, as evidenced from a lack of antlers and is missing the lower jaw bone. Ideal for the osteological or taxidermy collector.
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Two Sided Metal Funeral Home Sign
An eclectic piece of decor for the macabre enthusiast, this two sided metal sign reclaimed from the Engle Funeral Home of Tiffin, Ohio has a white base with black lettering. Established as the Engle Funeral Home of Bettsville in 1967, the funeral home was renamed in 2004 to the Engle-Shook Funeral Home and Crematory of Tiffin and Bettsville, where it remains active today. A unique piece of Ohio mortuary history, this is a rare piece of decor that is sure to spark intrigue in guests.
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Vintage VERVE Magazine No. 4 Circa 1939
Copy of the fourth issue of Verve, a modernist Parisian art magazine published by Teriade between 1937 and 1960. First published in 1937, Verve was a magazine that attracted artists such as Henri Matisse to create cover art for the publication and included James Joyce and Ernest Hemingway as early contributors. Featuring a cover by Georges Rouault, this rare piece of literature is typically only found through European antique dealers
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STEUBEN Preening Goose and Gander Glass Figurines Circa 1976
Pair of figurines by Steuben named Preening Goose and Gander use smooth glass to create small birds with slender necks and gentle curves throughout. Signed on underside.
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