Peanuts stands approx. 2" high and has both oval Josef Originals and Japan foil labels, as well as his hang tag. In excellent condition; no nicks, chips, or scratches, with paint intact and strong in color.

Captivating jasperware wall plaque, with a green matte ground telling the story of young yet everlasting love through its white bas relief images. This lovely peek at romance is likely the work of either Schafer & Vater, Volkstedt, or Rudolstadt.

Sitting on an open armchair we see an elderly man, walking cane at hand, while at his side stands a young maiden, her long hair blowing in the wind. Both dressed in Renaissance/Baroque fashion, the symbolism in this scene leaves little doubt that the father quietly sits back to watch over his young daughter, who now begins her wait for love's return, as her parting sweetheart begins his journey. Waving her hanky to a young man riding a horse off in the distance, we see two fork-tailed swallows flying overhead, while an array of bluebell flowers and roses surround the image, all symbols of everlasting love. Peeking in from the heavens above, a flower-framed cherub face, flanked by two overflowing cornucopia, watches over and smiles upon the young lady below.

Measuring 7-3/4" wide and 9" high, this delightful German wall plaque is in excellent condition, with no damage or repairs noted. Marked 3173 over 3 on the reverse.

Wonderful vintage set of 12 zodiac spoons from the American Collectors Guild, with each spoon still in its original, unopened plastic sleeve. With what appears to be an antiqued gold-tone or gilt finish, each spoon measures 4-1/2" long, with the name of each zodiac sign running down the handle. The spoon bowl shows the astrology date range and symbols, with the cartouche-style handle end decorated with the corresponding astrological image.

Unmarked as to metal content, bearing only the American Collectors Guild name on the back of each spoon handle.

A great decorative set!

These sweet faces, with warm features and gentle eyes, are the fabulous work of Lefton, dating to the late 1960s. (I am told these wall plaques appear in a 1969 Lefton catalog as the Old Couple.)

Both the man and woman have strong, pronounced features, with rosy cheeks. He wears a short, floppy rimmed hat with a feather tucked into one side, while she wears a lavender-colored scarf, tied under her chin.

Each plaque is hand-painted bisque, measuring approx. 5-1/2" long and 4" to 4-1/4" wide, with matching red foil labels and stamped 5238. In excellent condition, with no nicks, chips, cracks, or repairs.

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An unusual yet charming pottery wall pocket featuring a young girl sitting in an open arched window, shutters thrown open to reveal a small occupied bird cage just inside the room. The surrounding wall gives the look of light-colored bricks, with flowering vines or other foliage trailing down and around the window. The square pocket is formed to resemble a balcony with spindle side walls.

Made in Japan, this wonderful wall pocket is in great condition, with no nicks, chips, or cracks to the pottery, and only a few very tiny glaze flakes at the side corners. Glaze shows the typical overall crazing, adding a touch of that old, antique charm. Weighs almost 1-1/2 lbs.

Measures 5-5/8" wide, 8-1/4" high, and 2-1/8" deep, with the pocket itself 5" wide, 3-1/4" high, and 1-1/4" deep.

Boxed set of six Pimpernel coasters entitled Wild Flowers, which features a botanical illustration taken from the Royal Horticultural Society Collection. (I speculate each coaster shows a different grouping of flowers, but can't be certain, since they're still sealed.)

In addition to fabulous images, the beauty of Pimpernel coaster sets is that they will "resist all reasonable beverage stains", withstand heat beyond any I imagine being exposed to, and can be cleaned with a moist cloth.

I typically try to provide far more exciting pictures, but in this instance the box is still sealed in its original shrink-wrap -- perfect for a gift. (Although you'd likely want to remove the original Ladue Florist price label.) Whether for yourself or a loved one, you just can't go wrong with this quality six-coaster set by Pimpernel.

Made in England, these coasters are 4-1/4" square.

If you're always looking for a variety of coasters, be sure to check out the other boxed Pimpernel set I have available. I'm more than happy to combine shipping.

Boxed set of six Pimpernel coasters featuring a glass vase full of daisies and other colorful flowers, a design entitled Country Garden. In addition to fabulous images, the beauty of Pimpernel coaster sets is that they will "resist all reasonable beverage stains", withstand heat beyond any I imagine being exposed to, and can be cleaned with a moist cloth.

I typically try to provide far more exciting pictures, but in this instance the box is still sealed in its original shrink-wrap -- perfect for a gift. (Although you'd likely want to remove the original Ladue Florist price label.) Whether for yourself or a loved one, you just can't go wrong with this quality six-coaster set by Pimpernel.

Made in England, these coasters are 4-1/4" square.

If you're always looking for a variety of coasters, be sure to check out the other boxed Pimpernel set I have available. I'm more than happy to combine shipping.

Both miniature bottles stand approx. 3-1/2" high -- one slightly taller, the other slightly shorter -- and the shorter man appears to be embossed / marked on the underside Made in USA - Pat App. The taller bottle is unmarked. I've seen these types of mini bottles (with the hat caps) with labeling around the hats for Lilac Lioret made in Jersey City, however the remnants of each suggest dissimilar fragrances.

Both bottles are in good condition, with no nicks, chips, or cracks, but little of the original enameling decoration remains. Both bottles for one price; here's a great way to add to that collection!

In excellent condition; no nicks, chips, cracks, or decoration loss.