Two Pitta birds sitting atop ferns and bracken in a Rain forested area, probably New Guinea. He painted on location and was a specialist in the Bird of Paradise.
These are photos taken through glass and do not do the colours justice. They are still vivid but tasteful and quite realistic. Both Pitta birds have red breasts, blazes on their upper neck and throat region and dark wings and body regions.

This was given to be by an elderly friend when I was in high school. Family home was built in the late 1850's. Don't know when this piece was aquired by his family.

This set was given to me by an elderly friend we helped take care of when I was in High school. As far as I know, the family home was built in the late 1850's. I don't know when the furniture was aquired by his family. My friend still lived in the family's original home the way it was when it was built.

metal alloy oil lamp 5"x5" with Chi-Rho symbol with Ram's head on one end and chain attachment. I would like to know estimated age and current price for it. Thanks!

The pendant says "Holy Mary ever virgin and conceived without sin" The inner circle says "Pray for is who implore thy aid" under Mary is the date of 1530.

On the back are stars in a circle with a cross and the letter M. Under the M are two hearts which appear to have swords in the top of them.

Circular base that secures to the ceiling with chain to a crystal chandelier portion with tear drop and icicle style.