Appro. 17" high possible Nippon Vase. Beaded artistry, Japanese pre 1921, porcelain intereior, textured exterior. High gloss finishes. Unmarked but with Japanese symbols on back.
A book of Shakespeare's works, enscribed "H. S. Browne With Compliments Edw Booth N.O. February 15, 1888.” The book is in poor condition and the first 2 pages are missing (including the publishers information/date). Unsure whether the book was presented TO Edwin Booth by H. S. Browne or was FROM Booth to Browne.
I have several books from the mid-1800's and the pages are no where near as brittle and fragile as this book -- leading me to believe it is much older.
Two china plates and I have no idea how to read the descriptions, because I can't read the Japanese writing... ANYONE? Just would like to know if anyone could guide me in the right direction on the History and, Value on the item(s). Anyone have an idea where to start?
THIS WAS A GAS CHANDELIER CONV. TO ELEC., VERY ORNATE AND COMES WITH A HEAVY BRASS (I THINK) CHAIN 15 FT. APPROX. IN LENGTH. THE UNIT IS VERY HEAVY. A FEW OF THE CRYSTALS ARE MISSING. COULD USE SOME POLISHING. ONE ANTIQUE APPRAISER ESTIMATED VALUE AT 10K TO 15K.
