I have a 1985 original Edwin M Knowles collector plate of "A PUZZLEMENT" by William Chambers I would like appraised.  This is the first issue in "The King and I" series.  This is the only collectors plate series officially authorized by the estates of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II to commemorate their contribution to American Musical Theatre.  Painted exclusively for this imited edition by William Chambers on fine china by  Edwin M Knowles and strictly limited to a firing period not to exceed one hundred fifty firing days.  

Released and signed by Dorothy Rodgers ad Dorothy Blanchard Hammerstein.

This plate is in excellent condition.  Still framed in the plate frame from the company ordered by.  Sticker from company on back of plate:  Sider's Collectibles and Fine Gifts (408) 264-6545 is still on the back of the plate.  No chips or cracks in plate.  Frame has a gold trim that has some scratches.  Plate is signed by William T Chambers on the front.

Armchair in herringbone woven material possibly rattan, wicker, cane, bamboo or banana-leaf. with no known previous history of restoration or attempts to repair internal structure or material.

Origin or maker unknown with no identifying signature stamp or label..

Dimensions

Height:   84 cm

Length:  105 cm

Width:     90 cm

Chair was gifted to us and originally purchased at antique furniture flea-market.

We are very interested in an estimate of maker (company), origin and period (historical era) with a view to a possible sale.

With Thanks

Trying to find out what this really is.  Any help would be appreciated.

In good condition and works. 

These were brought back from Thailand in the early 60's

They were new and have never been used.

case in in excellent condition also.

says SIAM under Buddha on handle.
wood on handles, not sure what kind.

Tag in lid give Star House info, including address and phone number for Star House.
is readable, can't get a good pic of it

This is a  friends set of China he purchased from a Yard Sale several years Ago . It is to my attention that they belonged to a man between the time peroid 1910-1930 . StaffordShire Logo is clearly presented on the back of each Plate .Any idea what the entire Set would be worth ?  Thank you much appreciated everyone.

``Micahel