Here is a matching pair of beautiful old Alvin sterling silver candle holders... or candle lamps... with fitted glass hurricane style shades, separate candle holder cups that screw into the weighted candlestick bases and can be removed for ease of cleaning or to use the candle holder bases as candlesticks without the cups and shades. Pretty neat items! I've not seen any like this before. They are marked: Alvin Sterling Cement Filled Reinforced with Rod of Other Metal... so they will be sturdy and not easily tipped... as well as beautiful and romantic. Total height is 10-5/8" to the tops of the glass shades. The sterling bases with cups are 4.75" high x 3-3/8" in diamter at the base. Ground glass bases on the glass shades. Shades are in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. I have not polished the sterling parts as many folks have their own way of polishing or not. They are also in very good condition with no dents, splits, or scratches. Purchased from an estate sale.

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Here's a great looking fifties vintage hammered aluminum bowl made by Federal Silver Company. It has an overall raised pattern of lily flowers and leave with a textured background of tiny dots. The bowl is round with 4 curved up sides making it appear somewhat square. Hammered elipses on bowl rim looks like a pattern of twisted ribbons. About 9" side to side. 11" corner to corner. It's very pretty and in very good condition. Purchased from an estate sale.

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Here is a vintage brass bilge pump with a wooden handle made by J.?. Pollard Company of New Hyde Park, New York. It measures 18.75" long. 2-7/8" outside diameter at bottom of pipe. Handle is 10" long. The handle looks like it may have been painted black at one time. There are checks in the wood. Purchased from an estate sale.

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This vintage silver plate bowl is marked on the underside: Flair 1847 Rogers Brothers IS (International Silver). It is a fifties modern looking shape. 7" x 5" x 1.25" high at the flaired end/handle. There are light rub marks giving a somewhat brushed look to the surface... probably from the former owner's polishing or cleaning techniques. There are a few short light scratches in the very bottom and a few tiny dark dots which may need some polishing. It's in good condition otherwise. There are no dents or deep scratches. Purchased from an estate sale.

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Here is an old copper box with the National Coat of Arms of Chile raised in the center of the lid. The motto: Por La Razon O La Fuerza (By Reason or Force), used on Chilean currency since 1818, is inscribed on the banner. Original interpretation of the motto was that reason, or the law, was primary, but if violated, reason would be upheld with force. A bill has been pending in the Chilean Senate since 2004 to change the motto to the less aggressive sounding "By the force of reason". This box is marked on base with the maker's mark: A rooster and the words Gallo M. M. Chile. 4" x 3" x 1-7/8" high. The copper had darkened with time and the lid had black stuff on it from being stored in an old garage. When I washed it, some of the dark oxidation came off too so I polished the top but not the rest of the box. There is a tiny dent and still some spotting on the lid. In good condition otherwise.12s6

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This wonderful Art Deco newspaper stand was made by Chase and is stamped on back of rooster with their Centaur logo and design patent number 95245 placing the year as 1935. I guess the rooster indicates the morning news. It would hold the paper up so you could read it while having both hands free for toast and coffee. Our stand needs some TLC... a little paint remover to to get rid of the black spots on the rooster, then perhaps a little polish to brighten the copper, and possibly a jeweler's saw & propane torch to cut a new letter S and solder it in place. Of course, you could always use it without the S. It will work just as well... or, if you're very precise, use it to hold all your NEW bills and mail... it would be properly labeled for that task. The letter E is slightly bent. 11.75" x 8.5" x 5.25" deep. Purchased from an estate sale.

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Vintage Art Deco hors d'oeuvres or cheese tray with dome top is shiny chrome over steel with a red bakelite knob. Tray is 11" in diameter with serving area 7.75" x 1" deep. Dome is 8" x 4.75" high. Unfortunately the surface has lots of little scratches and abrasions. Because of the shine and reflection of light in the photos, you probably won't be able to see them, but they are there... nothing deep, but I want to caution you that the photos will look better than the piece actually looks. Don't know if it can be buffed or polished. It's an interesting piece... I've only seen one of them in all my years of hunting. It looks better in the evening under dimmed lighting or candle light than in looks in sunlight. If you're into chrome for the cocktail party, maybe this piece will be a nice addition for something different or until a cleaner one comes along.

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Great looking Art Deco chrome globe jar has a black step-down base and black ridged knob on the lid. I'm not sure what the black parts are made of... some type of composite possibly. There's a tiny dig in edge of bottom ring that, through a loupe, looks a bit melted... maybe a coating on top of something else? Very light surface scratches... nothing bad to draw your eye away from the beauty of the overall piece. 5.5" high. Purchased from an estate sale.

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This standing heraldic eagle with crest is the national emblem of Indonesia. A banner with motto: Bhinneka Tunggal Ika meaning unity and diversity (literally: in pieces, yet one) is from an old javanese poem. In heraldry, an eagle symbolizes strength, bravery and alertness... with wings up, it stands for protection. 5-1/8" high and 5-1/8" wide. Made of painted metal with hinged stand on back. In very good condition.

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Heavy old silverplated coffeepot from the HOTEL ROOSEVELT has seen a lot of use over the years. It has scratches, dents and the bottom of wooden handle looks as if it might have caught fire once... all lending to its romantic presence! Long spout. Hinged lid. Wooden handle. Inside lid is stamped 24. Don't know which Hotel Roosevelt... there's one in New York City... Philadelphia... Nice, France... Hollywood. 9-3/4" high.

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This innovative fruit bowl was designed by Enrico Albini for Tira & Molla of Italy. It is in excellent condition with the original box and seems to be like new. It's a chromed metal spiral on a metal base with blue luminous ends. Almost all writing on the box is in Italian except "citrus-fruit holder". It also reads: "FlashDue Microarchitetture Per La Tavola" which translates as micro architecture for the table. The box measures 8.75" high x 9.5" x 9.25" and has some light denting around the lid. Purchased from an estate sale.

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1960's vintage emerald green enamel on silver plated dish is marked with a worn stamp that once read: Oneida Silversmiths. 6.25" in diameter x 1" high. Interior has light abrasions from being wiped or cleaned. Base is worn with scratches as might be expected from use. The edge where green meets silver is not completely uniform so the enamel may be worn or the green wasn't perfectly applied. Most feels smooth... there's only one spot that has a slightly rough feeling. I haven't attempted to polish the silverplate. I would say it's in good condition. Purchased from an estate sale.

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Attractive moderne pewter coffee carafe with wrapped reed handle was made by International Silver Company and is marked: INSICO Pewter with anchor and 2 stars in an oval, 0531, and a tiny hand lettered auo. Lid is deep with opening in side so you can turn one way to pour and one way to stopper. 7" high. Great for that second cup of coffee! Some peel to finish on reeding but seems to be in very good condition otherwise. Purchased from an estate sale.

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Here are 2 vintage Stede pewter porringers. Both have fancy handles and are marked with Stede and their horse logo on undersides. Bowl is 4" in diameter; 5-13/16" wide across handle. They've darkened with time. Some areas are darker than others as can be seen in the photos. Interior of bowls have a couple of indents and/or raised spots that can be felt with the finger. They are in good vintage condition. Purchased from an estate sale.

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Here is a pair of brass lion claws that were the feet from a piece of antique furniture. I bought them over 25 years ago for possible use in one of my sculptures but haven't needed them so far. Maybe you can put them to good use on a piece of furniture or use them in some art of your own. Claw measures 2.5" from front to back and 1-7/8" at the widest. 1.5" high at the back. Opening inside back is 1.25" high x 1-1/8" wide at the narrowest part of the opening. One is a bit darker than the other. Both have some green and/or white oxidation on sides at narrowest part of the foot. They are in good condition otherwise.

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Large wonderful primitive iron bell was handmade with blacksmithing techniques. Engraved linear decoration was done with chasing tools. Notice the interesting lap joint with hand cut square rivets. 9" high x 5" diameter. A bump on outer surface has been filled inside with a different color metal. It's rusted but that lends to the charm. It has a great gong-like sound. We don't have any history on this piece as we purchased it from an estate sale. It came with a make-shift clapper... a small lock shaped key chain device advertising Classic Chevrolet in Moorestown NJ with phone number. It doesn't look great, but it makes a great sound.

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This 1950's vintage aluminum tulip basket is marked: Hand Wrought Creations by Rodney Kent 429. It features a hammered or beaten background with a bouquet of raised tulips in the center; a ruffled rim with scalloped edge; and a handle of flowers and ribbons. 4" high. 7" at the widest point. A handful of short (less than 1/16" long) scratches inside basket; light wear on base as would be expected from use. All else in very good condition. Purchased from an estate sale.

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This Art Deco 1920's vintage 3 dimensional sign letter (O) was fabricated from sheets of stainless steel. Welded joints with 2 fastening devices in the back for hooking, sliding and securing to building wall. 5.5" high x 5-3/8" wide x 3" deep. Purchased from an estate sale about 25 years ago. In very good condition.

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Empire sterling silver creamer has pedestal foot, soldered handle, and weighted base. 2-7/8" high to rim... handle is a little higher. 5" from spout to handle. Marked on base. Metal is thin. Not a heavy piece. Small dent near bottom of handle and one near spout. Needs polishing. In good condition otherwise.

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Odd vintage toleware tray with very unusual subject matter shows cartoon people engaged in various jobs in the communications industry: press photographer, TV cameraman, radio announcer speaking into RCA pill type microphone, a signal tower, newspaper pressman, newsboy, layout designer, and copygirl/secretary/typist. Marked on back in artist's palette logo: Hand Decorated Tole By Pilrim Art. Tray is black, gold and white. 22.5" long x 11.75" wide. Cut out handles. Tray is made of heavy metal with folded/crimped reinforcement around top edges and handle cut outs. Some wear and scratches on underside as might be expected. Small amount of wear or paint loss in handle cut outs, on a few spots on top edge and in picture surface. In good condition.

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Artist signed toleware basin shows excellent craftsmanship in the design, style and painting of these wonderful flowers. They look like Pennsylvania Dutch fantasy pomegranates. Wonderful easy brushstrokes indicate the work of someone who has been painting for a long time. Signed Jean G or maybe that G is a logo of sorts. I don't know. There are a few dents in the metal and wear/pitting to the black paint on the interior, but the painting on the outside is in extremely good condition. Hole in top rim for hanging. Basin is 3-1/4" deep and 10-1/4" in diameter at rim. I think I'd just keepthis one hanging on the wall as a work of art... maybe take it down every once in awhile on holidays to use for something like bread or fruit so it would stay in such good condition forever.

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Here's an unusual modern sculpture of a polar bear walking with a fish in its mouth. It's made of thick (3/16") sheet aluminum, slightly curved so that the bear can stand. The fish is made of copper and hangs from the bear's mouth like a charm turning in the breeze. 12.5" long x 6" high. Some light scratches on the surface but it's in good condition otherwise. Back is marked: HMK. CDS. which might stand for Hallmark Cards. Don't know when it was made. I purchased it from an estate sale.

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Here's an unusual modern sculpture of an elephant with its trunk up. It's made of thick (3/16") sheet aluminum, slightly curved so that the elephant can stand. 11.25" long x 8" high. Some light scratches on the surface but it's in good condition otherwise. Back is marked: HMK. CDS. which might stand for Hallmark Cards. Don't know when it was made. I purchased it from an estate sale.

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Here's an unusual hand forged iron coat hook curved into a swan neck with cone shaped tip. It is mounted into a wooden eye shaped back piece with hand carved flower design. It's a light color wood than has been stained by the maker. The back has a metal piece for hanging it on the wall. 9.25" x 2.25". Purchased from an estate sale.

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Crazy creature coiled wire letter holder has a red clip head with zig-zag gripper teeth and an eye that's a ball on the end of the wire. Maybe he's a dragon... or a weird snake. Clip is marked: Mastro Clip, a shield with the letters M and P,, All Pat. Rights Reserved, Pat. No. 22583764... which makes the patent year 1952. 3-7/8" high X 6-1/2" long X 2-1/2" wide. In very good condition. I've seen these letter holders that look like cats and dogs but never one like this!

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Here's a 1950's vintage wrought iron 3 dimensional wire sculpture for the wall. Made to appear like a picture, the wire forms a visual frame around a man riding an antique high wheeler bike. He's wearing corduroy pants (slightly stained), a red scarf around his neck, and a glueline on his wooden head where he once had a hat. Maybe you can find one that Barbie's Ken had... they look about the same size ;-) Frame is about 9" square. Protrudes from wall for about 3". Some oxidation on wire could be repainted if so desired. Purchased from an estate sale many years ago.

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