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Functional Arts
Functional Arts
Welcome to our Functional Arts collection, dedicated to historic objects originally created for practical household use, yet appreciated today for their exceptional craftsmanship, material quality, and decorative presence. This curated category highlights the historic relationship between utility and design, featuring items that beautifully bridge the gap between daily domestic life and fine artistry.
Our evolving inventory spans multiple eras and styles—including antique tableware, elegant barware and decanters, period lighting, mechanical clocks, sterling silver and silverplate serving pieces, and fine porcelain or pottery. Read our full guide to collecting historic Functional Arts here.
Antique American Brilliant Cut Glass Pitcher
Antique American Brilliant Cut Glass pitcher - Art Nouveau floral pattern
$1,195.00
Antique American Brilliant Cut Glass Candlestick Lusters
Antique American Brilliant Cut Glass candlestick lusters - 19th C. rarities
$5,500.00
Antique Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke
Antique Japanese carved ivory netsuke - Toad with turtle crawling on back
$450.00
Antique Kashmiri Papier-mâché Lacquer Box
Antique Kashmiri papier-mâché lacquer box - covered in colorful hand painted flowers
$1,015.00
Antique American Chippendale Revival Mahogany Mirror
Antique American Chippendale revival mahogany mirror - giltwood and gesso mirror decor
$650.00
Antique EAPG Glass Pitcher 15065 DELAWARE (OMN)
Antique EAPG Glass Pitcher - Delaware pattern by United States Glass Co.
$59.00
Replacement Wedgwood Egg Coddler - Flying Cloud
Replacement Wedgwood egg coddler - Flying Cloud pattern
$99.00
Replacement Wedgwood Sugar Bowl and Lid - Flying Cloud
Replacement Wedgwood sugar bowl and lid - Flying Cloud pattern
$59.00
Replacement Wedgwood Gravy Boat with Attached Underplate - Flying Cloud
Replacement Wedgwood gravy boat with attached underplate - Flying Cloud pattern
$67.00
Antique French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock
Antique French Empire style gilt bronze figural mantel clock - neo-classical mid 19th C.
$2,750.00
Antique Chinese Duan Inkstone
Antique Chinese duan inkstone - Qing dynasty with beautiful carved lid
$395.00
Antique Japanese Bronze Figural Table Lamp
Antique Japanese bronze figural table lamp - in the style of Miyao Eisuke, with later glass shade by the Lustre Art Glass Co
$1,500.00
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Berry Scoop
Antique Victorian sterling silver berry scoop - George William Adams
$2,500.00
Antique White Russian Decorated Round Wood Box
Antique White Russian decorated round wood box - hand decorated with inscription
$250.00
Antique Stoneware Jug by Doulton Lambeth
Antique stoneware jug by Doulton Lambeth - two tone glaze bottle often used for whiskey
$450.00
Vintage Crystal Cigarette Lighter by Lalique
Vintage crystal cigarette lighter by Lalique - in Jamaique design with Flame Crest burner
$250.00
Antique Tiffany French Gilt Mantel Clock
Antique Tiffany French gilt mantel clock - movement by Japy Freres
$3,200.00
Antique American Coin Silver Repousse Ewer by Samuel Kirk & Son
Antique American coin silver repousse ewer by Samuel Kirk & Son - mid 19th C. - Baltimore
$4,950.00
Arthur Stone (American) - Sterling Kettle On Stand
Hand-hammered sterling silver kettle on stand by Arthur Stone, a refined example of American Arts and Crafts metalwork with clean architectural form and integrated burner stand.
$6,825.00
Antique Northwood Grape and Cable Bowl in Blue
Antique Northwood Grape and Cable Bowl in Blue - c. 1912 with ruffled edges and large size
$475.00
