{"title":"Great Estate","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"elkington-co-cobalt-blue-glass-bonbon-dish","title":"Elkington \u0026 Co. Cobalt Blue Glass Bonbon Dish","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSold as presented; to be candled by \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/salvagebohemia.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSalvage Bohemia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eApprox. 4 oz wax pour • $2.30 per oz\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exquisite miniature lidded dish attributed to Elkington \u0026amp; Co. of Birmingham, England, featuring a rich cobalt blue glass insert supported by an ornate brass-toned metal stand. Its unusual triangular form, graceful scrollwork, and decorative floral finial make it a particularly charming example of English tableware, now selected for a second life as a one-of-a-kind candle vessel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe deep cobalt glass is beautifully contrasted by the warm metallic finish of its fitted stand, which rests on three rounded feet. Elaborate scrolling supports rise along the sides of the dish, while the shaped base echoes the contours of the glass insert. A fitted metal lid completes the piece, crowned by a sculptural finial modeled as a small flower or fruit resting among leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElkington \u0026amp; Co. was among Britain's most influential decorative metalwork manufacturers, established in Birmingham during the 19th century. The firm became especially celebrated for pioneering commercial electroplating techniques and producing finely crafted silver-plated tableware and decorative objects. Its work helped bring elaborate metalwork designs into fashionable Victorian households.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally intended as a small decorative table vessel, this charming piece has been selected for conversion into an antique candle. The combination of jewel-toned glass and sculptural metalwork is particularly suited to an old-world English Christmas, while the fitted lid allows the vessel to remain a beautiful decorative object long after its candle has burned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e England, attributed to Elkington \u0026amp; Co., Birmingham;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e late 19th to early 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cobalt blue glass insert, brass-toned metal stand and fitted lid.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6\" W × 4\" D × 3.5\" H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique condition with surface scratches, patina, and age-related wear to the metal finish. 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The company's designs frequently draw inspiration from historical European silverwork, incorporating elaborate ornament, traditional silhouettes, and classical detailing. This pair reflects those influences through its stylized botanical decoration and flowing, Art Nouveau-inspired forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully suited to a dining table, sideboard, or mantel, these candlesticks make an impressive statement with or without candles. 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A fitted, domed lid echoes the fluting of the body, creating a beautifully cohesive silhouette. Brass-tone metal mounts frame the opening, with a hinged lid allowing access to the spacious interior. The softly translucent alabaster displays subtle variations in color and veining, lending the piece its distinctive character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItaly has a longstanding tradition of alabaster carving, particularly in the Tuscan town of Volterra, where artisans have worked the stone for centuries. During the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, Italian workshops produced an assortment of decorative alabaster objects, including jewelry boxes, vessels, and ornamental accessories. 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Its sculptural form also makes it a handsome decorative object, particularly when arranged alongside antique silver, perfume bottles, and other collected accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Italy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage, Mid 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e White alabaster with brass-tone metal mounts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5\" W x 4\" H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage condition with natural veining and variations in the alabaster, minor surface wear, and patina to the metal mounts consistent with age and use. 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Featuring warm honey-colored stone, classical proportions, and delicate ornamental carving, this substantial decorative bowl is a particularly attractive example of traditional European stonework.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe generously proportioned, shallow bowl features a broad, rounded rim embellished with a repeating carved leaf motif. Its smooth interior reveals natural variations in the alabaster, ranging from creamy ivory to golden amber, with the soft translucency characteristic of the material. Beneath the bowl, a short carved pedestal rises from a square plinth base, creating an elegant, neoclassical silhouette reminiscent of traditional ornamental tazzas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original label on the underside reads \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Alabaster, Exclusively Hand Carved for Alabasterhaus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by a German address. Alabaster has long been prized in European decorative arts for its translucency, distinctive veining, and suitability for intricate carving. This example combines the influence of classical architectural ornament with the craftsmanship of hand-carved decorative stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA handsome addition to a dining table, console, or mantel, this pedestal bowl makes an appealing centerpiece displayed on its own or filled with decorative objects. Its sculptural proportions and warm natural coloring lend themselves particularly well to traditional interiors and collections of antique and vintage European decorative arts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Germany, attributed through original Alabasterhaus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural alabaster stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5\" H x 8.5\" W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage condition with natural variations and veining throughout the stone, minor surface marks, small nicks, and areas of wear along the carved rim. 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Featuring traditional leatherwork, decorative woven bindings, and an engraved metal presentation band, this distinctive piece is a wonderful example of mid-century sporting memorabilia with a documented connection to one of Ohio's most accomplished harness-racing drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe elongated crop features a slender shaft wrapped in tightly wound tan cord, with contrasting leather bindings and a broad leather-covered tab at the upper end. The lower section is finished in warm brown leather, terminating in an intricately woven, basket-like grip. An engraved silver-tone metal band commemorates Bookmyer's achievement, bearing the inscription \u003ci\u003eWindsor Raceway, G. Bookmyer, Most Wins, Winter Meet, 1970\u003c\/i\u003e, accompanied by decorative horseshoe motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGerald “Bookie” Bookmyer was among the most successful harness-racing drivers to emerge from Ohio. A nine-time leading driver at Northfield Park, he was so closely associated with the track that it was famously described as “the house that Bookmyer built.” His achievements extended well beyond Cleveland, with numerous championships at Windsor Raceway and leading-driver honors at several other prominent tracks. Over the course of his career, Bookmyer recorded 3,316 winning drives and more than $8.4 million in earnings, eventually earning induction into the Ohio Harness Racing Hall of Fame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePresented in recognition of his success during Windsor Raceway's 1970 winter meeting, this commemorative crop represents a particularly interesting piece of North American harness-racing history. Unlike an ordinary decorative riding crop, its personalized inscription connects it directly to a celebrated sporting figure and a specific achievement in his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA wonderful addition to a collection of equestrian antiques, vintage sporting memorabilia, or traditional country-house accessories. 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Combining traditional English-inspired serving tray design with practical mid-century materials, these decorative trays offer an appealing contrast between ornate metalwork and warm, polished surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach tray features a raised, openwork gallery with a repeating geometric and quatrefoil-inspired pattern, finished with a smooth rolled rim. The galleries surround glossy, reddish-brown faux wood surfaces with a beautifully figured grain effect. Raised on small rounded feet, the trays are available in three graduated sizes, each sold individually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Formica label accompanying the collection identifies the bases as genuine Formica laminated plastic, manufactured by Formica Corporation of Cincinnati, Ohio. Formica became a defining material of twentieth-century interiors, prized for its durability, stain resistance, and ability to reproduce decorative finishes. These examples pair the practicality of wood-grain laminate with traditional pierced metalwork, reflecting the period's fondness for combining modern materials with established decorative forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully suited to a bar cart, coffee table, or sideboard, these trays offer numerous possibilities for entertaining and display. 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Bound in muted blue cloth with gold lettering along the spine and a decorative gilt design on the cover, this substantial volume is as attractive on a bookshelf or coffee table as it is informative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book explores Michelangelo's work across painting, sculpture, and architecture, bringing together reproductions and scholarly commentary on his remarkable contributions to Renaissance art. From his monumental sculptural achievements to his celebrated frescoes and architectural commissions, the volume offers an extensive appreciation of one of the most influential artists in Western art history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe title page and publishing information identify this as a Phaidon edition, with the volume printed in Spain by Heraclio Fournier, S.A. Its traditional cloth binding, generous format, and gilt detailing make it particularly appealing to collectors of vintage art books and illustrated monographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent addition to a home library, artist's studio, or collection of books on classical art and architecture. 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Through scholarly commentary and numerous reproductions of paintings and other works of art, Haak examines the artist's remarkable command of portraiture, dramatic light, and expressive realism, placing his achievements within the broader artistic and social context of his time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe substantial hardcover features a warm rust-colored cloth binding with the title and author's name stamped in gold along the spine. Its generous proportions and illustrated art plates make it particularly appealing as both a reference volume and a decorative addition to a collection of vintage art books.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully suited to a coffee table, library, or artist's studio, this volume offers an engaging introduction to one of the most influential painters in European art history. 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Additional pierced scrollwork and a carved floral ornament complete the lower section, giving the mirror a wonderfully intricate silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating to the mid-1800s, this style of wall-mounted vanity reflects the popularity of highly figured domestic woods and ornamental fretwork in Victorian furniture. Compact mirrors with integrated drawers offered a practical alternative to larger dressing tables, particularly in bedrooms and smaller domestic spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA particularly handsome addition to a bedroom, dressing room, powder room, or entryway, this antique mirror offers the charm of a small piece of Victorian furniture in a wall-mounted form. 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The landscapes are rendered in soft greens, blues, and earthy tones, with carefully observed equestrian details and wonderfully animated scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHenry Alken (1785–1851) was among Britain's most accomplished sporting artists, particularly admired for his depictions of horses, hunting, and country pursuits. His work was widely reproduced through prints published by leading London firms, including Rudolph Ackermann, whose sporting publications became highly collectible records of English country life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Quorn Hunt, established in the eighteenth century and associated with Leicestershire, became one of England's most celebrated foxhunts. 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This delicate original work on paper captures the nineteenth-century fascination with historical decorative arts, classical ornament, and the careful study of objects encountered in European collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRendered in restrained washes of brown, gray, and muted olive, the drawing depicts a female figure with softly arranged hair, an exposed torso, and a lower body transforming into two curling fish tails. Beneath the figure, a large scallop shell completes the ornamental composition. The artist's careful attention to the bronze's contours, sculptural details, and decorative form gives the watercolor the character of an intimate museum or sketchbook study.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handwritten French inscription reads \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeurtoir en Bronze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, translating to \"Bronze Door Knocker,\" followed by a reference to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection Sauvageot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This is a particularly intriguing detail, as Charles Sauvageot (1781–1860) was a prominent French collector of medieval and Renaissance decorative arts. His remarkable collection, which included metalwork, ceramics, glass, and other historical objects, became an important part of the Musée de Cluny in Paris.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the nineteenth century, artists and travelers frequently documented works of art, architectural details, and decorative objects through watercolor studies and sketchbooks. Such drawings served as personal records, artistic exercises, and references for the study of historical design. The inscription on this example suggests that the artist was documenting a specific bronze object associated with the Sauvageot collection, although the precise object and authorship of the drawing remain unidentified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully presented in a substantial dark wooden frame with an aged gilt inner molding and generous cream matting, the watercolor offers the appeal of a miniature museum study. Its unusual subject, French inscription, and connection to the history of decorative arts make it particularly compelling for collectors of original works on paper, classical ornament, and nineteenth-century European art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bronze mermaid or siren-form door knocker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original watercolor and drawing on paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInscription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeurtoir en Bronze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (“Bronze Door Knocker”), followed by a handwritten reference to the Sauvageot collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Association:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Charles Sauvageot (1781–1860), French collector of decorative arts; association indicated by the inscription, not independently verified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 19th century frame with aged gilt inner molding and cream matting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e12\" W x 14\"H\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique condition with light toning, scattered marks, and age-related discoloration to the paper. 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With their elegant proportions and intricate detailing, these decanters recall the traditional appointments of an English drawing room or gentleman's drinks cabinet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach decanter features a rounded body with a gently sloping shoulder and elongated neck, decorated with a diamond-patterned texture. The glass is embellished with an elaborate arrangement of etched flowers, scrolling foliage, and trailing leaves, creating a particularly lovely effect as light passes through the vessels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth decanters retain their clear glass stoppers and decorative silver-tone hanging labels, each inscribed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScotch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBourbon\u003c\/em\u003e within an ornamental floral border. Suspended from delicate chains, the labels lend the pair an additional layer of traditional barware charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiquor decanters were a familiar feature of nineteenth- and early twentieth-century entertaining, allowing spirits to be presented at the table or displayed in a drinks cabinet. Decorative glassware of this kind remains especially appealing for its combination of practical function and craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn elegant addition to a traditional bar, library, or dining room, this coordinating pair would be particularly handsome displayed alongside antique silver, cut crystal, and collected entertaining pieces. They also make lovely decorative vessels when not in use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mid 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clear etched glass with silver-tone metal labels and chains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Two decanters, two glass stoppers, and one Scotch and one Bourbon liquor label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage or antique condition with surface wear and signs of previous use. One decanter has small flea bites along the lip rim and on its glass stopper. The metal labels exhibit age-related patina and tarnishing. 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