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(A) This cache pot is hiding nothing of its vibrant beauty, thankfully. It measures a substantial 8 inches high, 10 wide. No marks... except an A+ in my book! A couple of hairline cracks... (e-mail Jack for a price)
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(B) This signed pewter ewer with its dolphin and boy is just plain cute! It's 8 1/2 inches tall. (e-mail Jack for a price)
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(C) What house is really a home without a pair of signed WMF claret jugs? This striking duo was probably created around 1890. Adorned with etched and silvered ivy leaves and vividly decorated pewter fittings, they're about a foot tall; in excellent condition. (e-mail Jack for a price)
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(D) These candleticks remind me of Disney's broomsticks dancing in The Scorcerer's Apprentice. They're just as charming and animated as it gets, huh? They stand about 10 inches tall and they're made of pewter. They're one of my very favorite things, and I'm so happy I've rescued them from the French infidels.
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(E) A classically designed and adorned Art Nouveau panier in pewter with its original glass insert, which is clear and green. All in perfect condition, measuring just over seven iinches tall. A "cabinet gem."(e-mail Jack for a price)
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 (F) Our scantily-clad, provocatively poised demoiselle entreats us to... get smashed and have some down-home fun? Who knows precisely what M. or Mde. BARYE (signature on rim above base) had in mind upon executing this intoxicating piece? The spout features a bearded fun-seeker... It's nine inches tall and formed from white metal, with a verdigris finish. (e-mail Jack for a price)
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 (G) This smashing Johnson Brothers set of "Tokio" pattern china comes with provenance! No, George Washington didn't dine here, but it was part of the hosewares of the American assistant military attache to Rome in 1935! It's in overall excellent condition, with very few chips or cracks, and as you can clearly see, lots of pieces! Three large serving platters and a celery dish, a vegetable bowl, soup bowls, salad and dinner plates and bread plates and saucers. (e-mail Jack for a price)
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 (H) This little Art Nouveau jewelry box has a gorgeous patina on it, and it's about 6 by 4 by 2 1/2 high. (e-mail Jack for a price)
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 (I) Sculpture, or utility? Slinky American Nouveau near its best, these classic lady candlesticks were popular in their heyday. They stand about a foot tall.
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(J) Fine American Art Nouveau isn't exactly around every corner, but here's one fine example! Signed B&H on the back (Bradley & Hubbard, one of America's more artistically-inclined companies from the earlier 20th century), this ring tray brings grace and beauty to bear. It's about 7 inches long, and is cast iron, silver-plated and patinated. (e-mail Jack for a price)
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(K) A beautifully designed and executed cast bronze compote signed Royer, from France of course. The deep, rich bronze patina accented by the gold embellishments gives it a stately presence. It's about 8 or 9 inches across.
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(L) Here's a graceful, 30-inch high, 16 across Art Nouveau table which I purchased in Romans, France (it's the Maine of France, where they make all the shoes!). I suppose it's possible that it was fabricated for use as a cafe table...? Oh, why not! (e-mail Jack for a price)
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(M) A nicely stylized and beautifully decorated Art Nouveau planter by WMF, standing 5 high (the vessel) and 18 wide including the handles. (e-mail Jack for a price)
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