Fine & Decorative Arts Auction

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction LocationUnited States In Person PreviewSeptember 23 - 28, 2002 From 12:00pm to 7:00pm

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<p>Fine Art, Furniture, Silver, Ceramics, Sculpture, Glass, Decoration

<p>Metropolitan Galleries invite you to join us for our premiere auction of antiques and fine art
drawn from private estates and collections in the greater Cleveland area. Located in historic Ohio City, Metropolitan Galleries pleased to re-introduce the live auction format to Cleveland collectors and consignors. A city rich in cultural traditions and industrial wealth, Cleveland provides the backdrop for this unique sale replete with fine arts and antiques from the sublime to the criminal! Sale highlights include: Pr. 18th c. Italian Mirrors; 18th c. Italian daybed; Pr. 19th c. Bishop’s Chairs; mid 19th c. Italian marble bust of Cleopatra; Pr. 19th c. Monumental Vases; 19th c. Tansu; 19th c. Italian Blackamoor; European and American sterling and holloware; Spode, Royal Crown Derby Imari, extensive collection of Boehm & Herend, Van Briggle & Weller; Lalique, Baccarat, Waterford and 17th-20th c. European & American paintings as well as works by the late “Fast Eddie” Wakins, a notorious Cleveland bank robber! Please feel free to contact us at 216 631-2222 with any question or additional images. Or email: themetrogroup@earthlink.net Thank you for joining us – Kelly Grimm, Mitchell Sotka & Rayleen Nanni of Metropolitan Galleries.
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"Fast" Eddie Watkins299 - "Fast" Eddie Watkins
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American, 20th century Untitled Landscape, circa 1982 oil on canvas, s.l.r. 24" x 18" Condition: excellent.
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Scotti300 - Scotti
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Untitled Parisian Cityscape oil on board, s.l.r. matted, framed 14 1/2" x 12" Condition: good.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Scotti301 - Scotti
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Untitled View of the Eiffel Tower oil on board, s.l.r. matted, framed, 12" x 14 1/2" Condition: good
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Van Briggle Figural Pottery302 - Van Briggle Figural Pottery
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Comprising; a vide poche in the form of a Native American maiden grinding corn, marked on the rim under her feet, covered in a white glaze; together w
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Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
 
 
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A Van Briggle Feline Form303 - A Van Briggle Feline Form
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Covered in a shaded blue-green glaze, the base incised Van Briggle Col.Spgs, with monogram. 15"h. Condition: no damage or repair.
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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A Weller Woodcraft Jardinere304 - A Weller Woodcraft Jardinere
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The cylindrical form molded with a tree bark and floral relief, one side with a woodpecker, the other with a mushroom, unsigned. 5"h, 8"d....
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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A Red Cliff Ironstone Condiment305 - A Red Cliff Ironstone Condiment
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Of trefoil form, surmounted by a scrolled handle,stamped in blue "Redcliff Ironstone" 6"h, 13"d. Condition: very good, no damage...
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Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
 
 
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A Red Cliff Ironstone Tureen306 - A Red Cliff Ironstone Tureen
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Comprising; a tureen, tureen lid, ladle, and stand, molded with scrolled, branch form handles, stamped in blue "Red Cliff Ironstone 10". ...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Six Finger Bowls and Saucers307 - Six Finger Bowls and Saucers
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Manufactured by the Moritz Adekauer Company, Austria, circa 1900, each transfer decorated and painted with rose bud and a shaded green band, the rims
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Limoges Serving Piece, France308 - Limoges Serving Piece, France
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Manufactured by the Merlin-Lenais Company, of trefoil construction, transfer decorated and painted with stylized floral sprays, surmounted by a gilt,
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Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Set of 12 Czech Service Plates309 - Set of 12 Czech Service Plates
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Early 20th century, each transfer decorated with a centered floral blossom enclosed by a yellow band, the rims gilt with a stylized floral band, verso
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Adams "Singapore Bird" Service310 - Adams "Singapore Bird" Service
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Produced in the calyxware line, comprising; 10 dinner plates, 10 dessert plates, 10 bread plates, 10 tea cups and saucers, and a vase, each transfer d
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Set of Tiffin "Delta" Champagnes311 - Set of Tiffin "Delta" Champagnes
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Each flared bowl over a tapered hexagonal stem and circular foot. 4 3/4"h. Condition: excellent, no damage or repair.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Nine "Dorothea" Dessert Plates312 - Nine "Dorothea" Dessert Plates
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Each scalloped form transfer decorated with a lush stylized bouquet, the rim painted green, the verso stamped illegibly. 9"d. Condition: all c...
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Bing and Grondahl Sea Babies313 - Bing and Grondahl Sea Babies
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Denmark, 20th century, comprising four white porcelain figures, each kneeling on his tail and holding a different gift from the sea, stamped with gree
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Royal Copenhagen Plaques314 - Royal Copenhagen Plaques
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Comprising four bisque medallions molded with the four seasons, represented by a mother and two babes, a family with agricultural bounty, a harvest sc
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Royal Copenhagen Puppy Figure315 - Royal Copenhagen Puppy Figure
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Figure #453, modeled as two puppies playfully wrestling, painted in buff and shaded grey, stamped with green Royal Copenhagen mark, three underglaze
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Royal Copenhagen Flutist Figure316 - Royal Copenhagen Flutist Figure
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Denmark, modeled as an oriental style girl kneeling and playing her instrument, painted in beige and buff, also gilt, green crown mark above three und
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Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Royal Copenhagen Cigarette Urns317 - Royal Copenhagen Cigarette Urns
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Each flared form with pierced full lace pattern, painted in underglaze blue with a stylized floral motif, stamped in green with Royal Copenhagen logo
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Danish Porcelain Butter Pats318 - Danish Porcelain Butter Pats
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Comprising; five Royal Copenhagen pats depicting Kerlufsholm, Krudttaarnet, Frederikshaven, Nakskov, Hvdovre Kirketarn , and Kronborg Slot; together w
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Estimate : 30.00 - 60.00
 
 
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Danish Silver Demi Spoons319 - Danish Silver Demi Spoons
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Comprising; two sets of six spoons, decorated with engraved decoration, each with a half-wrythen handle, hallmarked 830S, most dated and inscribed. 5
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Cartier Sterling Salt and Peppers320 - Cartier Sterling Salt and Peppers
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Comprising a set of four individual salt and pepper shakers, of flared octagonal form, stamped Cartier Sterling, together with the fitted box. 1 1/2...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Group of Sterling Serving Pieces321 - Group of Sterling Serving Pieces
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Comprising: a Gorham "Norfolk" tomato server, an International "Revere" serving fork, a Baker-Manchester sauce ladle, and Hamilt...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Group of Sterling Flatware322 - Group of Sterling Flatware
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Comprising: a Nilsen and Thorkilosen silver spoon engraved with monogram, a Scandi+C1603navian silver spoon engraved 830s Norge 1920, a mint spoon wit
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Duchin Sterling Candlesticks323 - Duchin Sterling Candlesticks
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A pair, each with ovoid candle cups raised over three annular knops and a gadrooned weighted base, stamped "Duchin Sterling weighted". 8&...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Sterling Three Light Candelabra324 - Sterling Three Light Candelabra
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Comprising a pair, manufactured by the AMC company, the three part adjustable forms of baluster shape, weighted bases, stamped AMC sterling weighted.
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Cast Metal Figural Oil Lamp325 - Cast Metal Figural Oil Lamp
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English, the metal standard in the form of a cupid, issuing forth three scrolling arms, surmounted by a blue glass shade painted with a floral bouque
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Estimate : 500.00 - 800.00
 
 
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Pair of Italian Gilt Hall Fixtures326 - Pair of Italian Gilt Hall Fixtures
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Each of cylindrical form, centered by three lights, the simple frame embellished with swags of cording and tassels. 24"h. Condition: one fashio...
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Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
 
 
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Group of Dickensian Motif Prints327 - Group of Dickensian Motif Prints
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Comprising a group of seven prints, after A. Ludovici, each depicting a scene from a Dickens novel. 14" x 18". Condition: wear to mats, ot...
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Group of Mid-19thc. French Prints328 - Group of Mid-19thc. French Prints
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Comprising 28 assorted prints depicting political commentary, social events, and fashion; together with 13 "vignettes extraites". 8 1/2&q...
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Erte 329 - Erte
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New York Lady/ Manhattan Mary II silk-screen numbered 237/300, s.l.r. Erte framed, 27 1/4" x 26 1/4" Condition: no damage or repair
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Estimate : 900.00 - 1,200.00
 
 
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Pair of Hand Colored Golf Prints330 - Pair of Hand Colored Golf Prints
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Produced by F.T. Richards, each depicting a golfer in Elizabethan garb, signed on bottom right "E.T. Richards", lower left "Publishe...
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Nicola Simbari331 - Nicola Simbari
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Silk-screen Print, 1982 Untitled Garden Image s.l.r., embossed, numbered 144/160 framed, 48" x 54" Condition: excellent
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Estimate : 900.00 - 1,200.00
 
 
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Royal Worcester "Mennecy"332 - Royal Worcester "Mennecy"
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England, circa 1970, modeled as a three stemmed gilt metal rose, surmounted by white porcelain roses, all over a composition base, together with compa
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Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
 
 
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An Aynsley Raccoon Figure333 - An Aynsley Raccoon Figure
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England, modeled as an alert raccoon bringing home his dinner, painted in polychrome enamels, stamped in green with Aynsley logo, stamped in red &q...
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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A Cybis Squirrel Figure334 - A Cybis Squirrel Figure
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Modeled with a fluffy tail and alert expression, painted in polychrome enamels, signed Cybis in brown, impressed Cybis. 7 7/8"h. Condition: exc...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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A Cybis Baby Donkey335 - A Cybis Baby Donkey
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Modeled with an unsteady stance, painted in polychrome enamels, signed "Cybis" in brown. 7 1/8"h. Condition: excellent.
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Four Lalique Phalsbourg Goblets336 - Four Lalique Phalsbourg Goblets
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Each 10 oz crystal goblet with a tulip shaped bowl raised over a square stem, molded and frosted with a fruiting vine motif, raised over a round base,
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Lalique Bicentennial Pin Tray337 - Lalique Bicentennial Pin Tray
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The clear disk form surmounted by an oval medallion molded in relief with an American bald eagle 1776-1976, labeled "Cristal Lalique, Paris&qu...
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Lalique "Naiade" Pin Tray338 - Lalique "Naiade" Pin Tray
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The clear disk form surmounted by a medallion molded in relief with the figure of a female nude, signed "Lalique France". 4"h. Condit...
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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Lalique Swan Pin Tray339 - Lalique Swan Pin Tray
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Style #10714, the clear disk form surmounted by a pair of molded and frosted swans, signed "Lalique France". 4"h. Condition: slight ...
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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A Lalique Bowl and Plate340 - A Lalique Bowl and Plate
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Each clear crystal form molded and frosted with an acorn and oak leaf band, the bowl engraved "Lalique France", the plate acid etched &quo...
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Lalique Lion Cigarette Urn341 - Lalique Lion Cigarette Urn
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The frosted and molded urn flanked by lions masks, raised over a circular base, engraved "Lalique France". 3 3/4"h, 3 1/4"d. Co...
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A Lalique "Cristal Lion" Ashtray342 - A Lalique "Cristal Lion" Ashtray
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The round ashtray molded with a lion's head, the body with a satin finish, labeled "Cristal Lalique Paris" signed in script "Lali...
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Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
 
 
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A Lalique Lion Bowl343 - A Lalique Lion Bowl
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The molded and frosted elongated bowl raised on a pair of lions heads, labeled "Cristal Lalique Paris", the base engraved Lalique France. ...
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A Lalique Cristal Virginia Coupe344 - A Lalique Cristal Virginia Coupe
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The shallow bowl raised on a molded standard in the form of three frosted peacocks, labeled "Cristal Lalique Paris", signed on the base &q...
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Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
 
 
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Lalique Cristal Igor Caviar Coupe345 - Lalique Cristal Igor Caviar Coupe
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Comprising two pieces, the small frosted bowl with a domed lid and dolphin finial, resting in a plated silver frame over a larger bowl, supported ove
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Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
 
 
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Lalique "Ingrid" Vase346 - Lalique "Ingrid" Vase
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Frosted and molded with foliate shaped panels, labeled "Cristal Lalique Paris", the bottom etched "Lalique France". 10 1/2"...
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
 
 
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A Lalique Five Light Candleabrum347 - A Lalique Five Light Candleabrum
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The clear, round form surmounted by five cobalt blue disks , accented with brass trim, labeled "Cristal Lalique Paris", signed "Laliq...
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Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
 
 
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A Pair of Italian Wall Sconces348 - A Pair of Italian Wall Sconces
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Mid 20th century, in the neo-classical style , carved in the form of a quiver of arrows, issuing forth three metal scrolling branches, embellished wit
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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