Antique English brass rope frame, ca. 1910. Concave rope mounted to perimeter of rectangular window. Rope is twisted and looped at corners. With beveled glass, silk lining, cloth back, and hinged brass support. A great addition to a nautical or equestrian interior.

Dimensions: Frame: 12 7/8 x W 10 1/4 in. Window: 8 1/4 x W 5 1/8 in. AX160

Antique silver plate trefoil serving dish. Made by Walker & Hall in England. Three attached scallop shells (two large and 1 small). Horizontal and cylindrical handle on semicircle terminating in trefoil supports on lobed hemispheres. Rests on 3 lobed hemispheres. Hallmarked. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 7 1/3 x W 10 3/4 x D 10 1/2 in. BI983

Turn-of-the-century American Art Nouveau sterling silver bowl. Scrolled and rectilinear well. Sides lobed and flared with irregular scrolled rim. Chased ornament comprising flowerheads overlapping whiplash frames. Interlaced script monogram engraved in well. Fully marked including Philadelphia maker’s stamp (Simons, Bro. & Co.) and no. 1850. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 2 1/2 x W 10 1/8 x D 8 3/8 in. Weight: 7.4 troy ounces. #BM148

Austrian silver and enamel cigarette case. Imported to England in 1905 by Steinhart & Co. Rectangular and hinged. On cover is bust of long-tressed temptress with rose-tinted flesh swathed in red robe. Full frontal. For PG-13 version, see BM100. English import marks. Very good condition with strong color.

Dimensions: H 3 5/8 x W 2 7/8 in. Weight: 4.5 troy ounces. #BM101

Turn-of-the-century Austrian 935 silver and enamel cigarette case. Rectangular and hinged. On cover is bust of long-tressed temptress with rose-tinted flesh swathed in white gauze. Suggestive. For R-rated version, see BM101. Marked. Very good condition with strong color.

Dimensions: H 3 5/8 x W 3 1/8 in. Weight: 4 troy ounces. #BM100

Edwardian sterling silver and enamel inkwell. Made by Grinsell & Sons in London in 1906. Dome base with reeded foot and rim and hinged cover. On cover top is inset enamel plaque: a cat sits on its haunches, front legs stiffened, ears erect, and gaze intense. Wonderful details include the shaded striping and fluffy chest fur. The pink nose is another sweet touch. A soft but stern kitty – a guaranteed cure for writer’s block. Clear glass well and cut-glass underside. Hallmarked. ... Click for details

Turn-of-the-century American sterling silver basket. Solid and oval well. Sides open trellis with flared ends. Irregular vine rim with grape bunches applied to interior. Reeded and tapering swing handle with leaves applied to open center. Fully marked including maker’s (Lebkuecher) and retailer’s (JE Caldwell) stamps, and no. 1878. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H (with handle) 9 5/8 x W 10 3/4 x D 7 in. H (without handle) 3 5/8 in. Weight: 12 troy ounces. #BL851

Early Victorian acid-etched crystal and sterling silver decanter. Made by Charles Fox in London in 1840.

Ovoid crystal body on flat and scalloped foot. Acid-etched floral garlands. Cylindrical neck, scroll handle, and helmet mouth in silver: dense grape bunches and leaves and vine handle and rim. Grape bunch stopper with cork plug. Very fine silverwork. Hallmarked. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 14 x D 4 1/4 in. BL814

George V sterling silver vase. Made by Alexander Clark in Birmingham in 1923. Straight and faceted sides, small knop, and raised foot. Molded and scalloped rim with curved and pierced sides. Weighted. Fully marked. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 11 1/2 x 4 1/2 in. Weighted. #BL740

Fancy Victorian Georgian sterling silver salver. Made by Maxfield & Sons in London in 1894. Lobed hexagon with beading and leaves. Rests on 3 claw-and-ball feet. On underside engraved date: Nov. 11, 1896. Fully marked with faint Goldsmiths & Silversmith's retailer's stamp. Very good condition with fine detail and patina.

Dimensions: H 1 x D 11 1/8 in. Weight: 17 troy ounces. #BL716

Sterling silver bowl. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1904. Plain well and pierced and wavy rim. Strawberries, blackberries, and cherries as well as blossoms applied to rim. A pretty design that captures the lush ripeness of the fruit. Fully marked including date symbol and no. A3069. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 2 3/4 x D 10 1/2 in. Weight: 13.5 troy ounces. #BI945

Modern sterling silver picture frame. Made by Watson in Attleboro, Mass., ca 1920. Oval window in concave surround with pierced and interlaced circles. Sides plain. Tubular cartouche (vacant). Open bracket supports. With glass, silk lining, and velvet back and hinged support. Fully marked and numbered 2993. Very good condition.

Dimensions: Frame: 10 1/2 x W 7 3/4 in. Window: H 8 3/4 x W 6 1/2 in. #BD712