Victorian Silver Cut Glass Desk Inkwell by John Grinsell & Son. Birmingham:
This Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, hallmarked in Birmingham in 1908 by John Grinsell & Sons Ltd., features a plain design with two cut glass pots for ink, a central section, and a drawer. The hallmarks can be found on the top, stoppers, necks, and base of the box. Total weight (including silver, glass, and wood): approx. 4195g.
Issued: 1908
Dimensions: 13.75″L x 9″W
Country of Origin: England
Condition
Age related wear.
Merle Perlmutter, Original Etching on Paper, Descending – Signed:
Original etching on paper titled Descending by British artist Merle Perlmutter, pencil signed and numbered 12/75 in the lower margin. This finely executed intaglio print explores a surreal architectural interior, featuring stark geometric spaces and a solitary figure emerging from a staircase. The composition utilizes rich tonal variation and intricate linework, highlighting Perlmutter’s command of the etching process. A deep plate mark is visible around the image, affirming its authenticity as an original print. Professionally matted and housed in a polished chrome frame.
Artist: Merle Perlmutter (British, b. 1936)
Issued: 20th century
Dimensions: 25″L x 33″H
Condition
Age related wear.
Andre Felix, Silverprint Photograph, Lyon Roofs, Signed:
This is a striking silverprint photograph by French “Baroque” photographer Andre Felix. Titled Toit a Lyon (Roof in Lyon), this composition captures a unique perspective of a woman as a clown-chimney sweeper perched on a rooftop in the historic city of Lyon, France. In the background, the architectural landmarks of Lyon, including the iconic Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourviere, are visible, creating a timeless juxtaposition of urban life and historical grandeur. The silverprint process enhances the photograph’s tonal range and depth, providing exceptional clarity and contrast, characteristic of fine art photography from the mid-20th century. The photograph bears Felix’s signature on the matting, demonstrating authenticity. The back of the mat is stamped with the photographer’s studio address, FELIX PHOTO, 9, rue de la Platiere, Lyon, France, along with a handwritten Tirage #1, indicating its rarity. Andre Felix is celebrated for his evocative black-and-white photography, focusing on urban landscapes and everyday life in France. His work often explores themes of human interaction within historic and cultural settings, emphasizing mood and composition. Photograph dimensions with frame: 13.75″L x 17.75″H.
Artist: Andre Felix (French 20th century)
Issued: 20th century
Dimensions: See Description
Country of Origin: France
Condition
Age related wear. Glue on lower edge of mat.
Royal Doulton Bunnykins Figurine, Sergeant Mountie DB136:
This Special Edition Bunnykins handcrafted and colored in red, blue, yellow and brown. Royal Doulton Bunnykins backstamp.
Artist: G. Tongue
Issued: 1993
Dimensions: 4″H
Country of Origin: England
Condition
Age related wear.
2pc Yoruba Ibeji Male and Female Twin Figurines, Nigeria:
This pair of hand-carved Yoruba Ibeji twin figures represents a traditional West African cultural practice honoring twins. Carved in rich brown wood and adorned with indigo pigmentation and beaded waistbands, the male and female figures each stand with dignified posture and stylized detailing, including scarification patterns and expressive features. These figures originate from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, where such carvings are used to commemorate and protect the spiritual presence of twins. Each figure stands approximately 9.75″H.
Dimensions: See Description
Condition
Age related wear.
Antique 19th Century Portrait Gallery of Prominent Freemasons, Vol. II:
New York, Boston & Philadelphia: , 1892. Portrait Gallery of Prominent Freemasons Throughout the United States, Volume II, Large Paper Edition Book. This substantial leather-bound volume features biographical sketches of influential Freemasons across America, richly illustrated with engraved steel plate portraits. The cover is stamped in gilt with elaborate Masonic iconography and decorative titlework, while the spine bears raised bands and gilt lettering. This edition showcases not only the social history of Freemasonry but also period typographic and binding craftsmanship. Wear to leather along edges and spine is consistent with age.
Issued: 1892
Dimensions: 11″L x 13.75″H
Country of Origin: New York
Condition
Age related wear. Condition is fair to good: the leather shows significant edge wear, especially at the corners and spine ends, with flaking, rubbing, and losses visible on the spine and boards. The binding remains intact, and the interior pages are generally clean with expected age toning.
Jessica Stoddart-Ladd, Oil on Wood Canvas, Mother and Daughter, Signed:
This original painting by Jessica Stoddart-Ladd, titled Mother and Daughter, captures a striking and stylized depiction of maternal care and childhood connection through a minimalist composition. Rendered in 2015, the artwork portrays a mother and her two daughters walking under umbrellas, unified by bold silhouettes, block color, and graceful simplicity. The figures are painted in tones of mustard yellow, red, and blue, set against a neutral background, creating a vivid sense of harmony and shelter. elegance. Jessica Stoddart- Ladd is a contemporary artist known for her clean, stylized representations of familial themes and everyday intimacy. Her paintings often celebrate human relationships, especially those between mothers and children, using bold forms and minimal detail to evoke emotional resonance. Her strength lies in her understanding of light, composition, and design, the warmth and expression of her work is the juxtaposition it creates in the eyes, mind and heart of the viewer. With a background in design and fine arts, her work bridges narrative warmth and modernist aesthetics, appealing to collectors drawn to both sentiment and sophistication. The work is signed by the artist at the lower right and presented in a sleek brushed metal frame that enhances its contemporary.
Artist: Jessica Stoddart-Ladd (American 20th-21st century)
Issued: 2015
Dimensions: 33″L x 60″H
Country of Origin: USA
Condition
Age related wear.
3pc Boda Artist Collection Glass paperweights by Bertil Vallien:
Group of three Swedish art glass paperweights from the Boda Artist Collection, designed and signed by renowned glass artist Bertil Vallien. Each piece is crafted in a rounded organic form with matte, sandblasted finish and features vibrant abstract trail designs in red or blue. The trio includes one iridescent black form with red threading, one frosted white with red accents, and one pale blue piece with cobalt details. All are etched to the base with Boda Artist Col, the artist’s signature B Vallien, and individual serial numbers (98112, 98112, and 98723). Each retains the original Boda Artist Collection label affixed to the body. These collectible pieces represent Vallien’s signature fusion of form and expressive surface design, exemplifying mid to late 20th-century Scandinavian studio glass.
Artist: Bertil Vallien
Issued: 20th century
Dimensions: Average size: 2″H
Country of Origin: Sweden
Condition
Age related wear.
Royal Doulton Figurine, The Scribe HN1235:
Hand-painted Royal Doulton figurine titled The Scribe, model HN1235, depicting a seated elderly man in rich maroon and blue robes, engrossed in reading an ancient scroll. This figure was designed by Charles J. Noke and showcases the exceptional craftsmanship for which Royal Doulton is renowned, with intricate facial detail and richly colored glazes. The underside bears the green Royal Doulton backstamp. Measures 6.25″H.
Artist: Charles J. Noke
Issued: 1972 – 1938
Dimensions: See Description
Country of Origin: England
Condition
Age related wear.
Royal Doulton Figurine, Butterfly HN719:
Royal Doulton figurine titled Butterfly, model HN719, portraying a dancer in a dramatic pose with butterfly-like wings unfurled behind her and a vibrant costume featuring pink, yellow, and black accents. A butterfly motif decorates her bodice, while her skirt is dotted with delicate flowers. This striking piece was potted by Doulton and is marked on the base with the Royal Doulton backstamp. Measures 6.5″H.
Issued: 20th century
Dimensions: See Description
Country of Origin: England
Condition
Age related wear.
