Sorry but I have spent my fair share of time around mother of pearl inlays from antiques to guitars and on and on and this craftsmanship is not...
Im personally not that impressed by Sotheby's, at least in my dealings. I have a couple of 19th century Russian pieces that I contacted Sotheby's...
No thats a good point, she didnt know that. But one would ask why would gilt (cheap metal) be adorned with gold leaf and precious stones....I...
Haha I didnt notice that! I can say I have a gold leaf playboy bunny :P Forgot to take a pic of the pearl mount, will take that tonight. I also...
komokwa, this is true. One of the items I was fortunate enough to receive was this bronze as well. Its makers mark is a bit more obvious... :)
Im thinking French personally. Ill take a better pic of the pearl mount in the center that appears to be a fleur de lis.
Update: So I got home and inspected much more heavily this time and found two things. On the underside of the clasp I found 925. This leads me to...
Do you guys recognize the styling pertaining to an Era or Country of it though from anything youve seen?
"Say it slowly" I'll check again when I get home for sure. Im familiar with checking silver for markings but didnt see anything of the sort on...
Thank you! I just wish I knew what it is! She most certainly had great taste.
Hello all I hope someone on here can assist me with identifying this trinket box I inherited. I have looked online using all the keyword searches...
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