Rescued History

08/11/2022

This is, what I believe to be, a mid-19th century Famille Rose Butterfly teapot and aside from the missing top, the most well preserved and magnificent one I have seen. There is not a chip, crack, or crazing.Not even small chips around the top or top of the spout. The colors are vibrant. The hand painting is unbelievably beautiful. Such a work of art. It is unfathomable that this delicate and elegant piece is in such remarkable condition for its estimated 170 years of life. If only it could tell it’s own story. It must have been truly loved through the generations. 💗

08/10/2022

This is a rare, vintage "Tabra" concho belt. Circa 1980s.
Tabra Tunoa is an internationally known artist whose hand made jewelry creations are world renowned. She uses 14k gold, sterling silver, 22k vermeil (gilded metal) bronze and antiqued brass as well as copper.
She accessorized her pieces with stones, beads, shells, glass,
carved bone and more.
Tabra's designs were influenced by a variety of cultures and travels. Her education includes studying at The University of Mexico City, San Jose, Costa Rica and the Masana Art Institute in Barcelona, Spain during the 1960s and 70s.
Each piece is highly sought after. In addition to her signature sun buckle and sterling trademark tip, this belt has a total of six more exquisite conchos;

1.Turquoise heart
2.Pearl
3.Cats eye shell
4.Moonstone
5.Turquoise crab
6.Moonstone

A lovely side note; A portion of Tabra's sales go to her philanthropic causes such as human rights and education.

For interested buyers please DM me!

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05/02/2022

May Day is a European festival of ancient origins marking the beginning of spring.
This is my favorite vase.
This scrumptious piece dates back to 1803 and is by Spode, an English brand of potteries produced by the company of the same name, which is based in Stoke-on-Trent, England. Spode was founded in 1770 by Josiah Spode.

05/02/2022

From the estate of MGM executive, Mr. Leslie Petersen.

Not only is this gorgeous, Sterling elegant, mid-century Zippo lighter in its original box, it has never been used!
Zippo Manufacturing Company was founded by American inventor George Grant Blaisdell in 1932.

Born in 1895 in Bradford Pennsylvania, George had this idea while watching a friend struggle with an Austrian made lighter. He noted that though it was windy, the lighter worked well due to the unique chimney. But the design was utilitarian and it was inefficient because it required two hands.
In 1932 Mr. Blaisdell decided to reconstruct the Austrian lighter by fabricating a rectangular case and attaching a hinged lid. He preserved the chimney design which protected the flame. His version was more attractive and could be used with one hand!
The entrepreneur liked the sound of the word "zipper" and settled on what he felt had a more "modern" sound......ZIPPO.

Through the nine decades, there have been thousands of models. A notable one has a black crackle finish. The company created this model at the onset of WW2 and upon realizing that millions of service members were carrying their lighters into battle. Zippo not only created this version especially for our heroes but they ceased production of lighters for consumer markets and dedicated all production to the U.S military.

At the end of the war in 1945, Zippo began once again selling to a peacetime America.

Zippo is one of America's most recognizable icons with huge ties to pop culture. They have been featured in 2000 movies, countless television shows and on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine in the hands of iconic rock stars.
It was in the 1960's that concert-goers began raising the flame as a salute to a favorite song or performer. A gesture dubbed the "Zippo Moment”

Zippo Manufacturing Co is still family operated.

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04/12/2022

This early half of the 20th century metal Relief (A sculptural technique in which the sculpted elements remain attached to the background of the same element) is the most spectacular I have seen. With a depth of nearly four inches in some areas. The details are phenomenal. Made in Spain and left to the local Catholic Church where it hung in the priest’s chamber for the last 29 years.
Picturescant possibly do it justice. Truly magnificent.

The Latin writing is bible scripture Matthew 26:21
English translation- "and as they were eating He said, Verily I say unto you that one of you will betray me"

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04/12/2022

This early half of the 20th century metal Relief (A sculptural technique in which the sculpted elements remain attached to the background of the same element) is the most spectacular I have seen. With a depth of nearly four inches in some areas. The details are phenomenal. Made in Spain and left to the local Catholic Church where it hung in the priest’s chamber for the last 29 years.
Pictures can’t possibly do it justice. Magnificent.
The Latin writing is bible scripture Matthew 26:21
English translation- "and as they were eating He said, Verily I say unto you that one of you will betray me"

https://www.rubylane.com/item/2174656-1502/Vintage-x93Last-Supperx94-Relief?search=1

02/25/2022

I was sorting antique sheet music and this hidden gem was between two pages.
I hope each of you at some point is blessed with such a love letter.
❤️

“To my sis, the best pal on earth…..
Many times when lights are low, I am thankful for someone like you.
When the day is gone and I am alone it’s swell to have someone true blue.
Famous poets have written of pals in poems of honor and praise but none have succeeded in saying the phrase that’s a worthy tribute to you.
I could go on for hours flattering and praising you but my simple wish is to let you know that in all the world there’s only one you.
The-Kid-Pest……1932

❤️

02/18/2022

From the glory days of Hollywood!
I could write a book on the historical tentacles of this piece, but I I’ll begin with what touches my heart.

This Medallion is from the estate of MGM executive Mr. Leslie Petersen.
Mr. Petersen, “Les”, was born and raised in San Jose, Ca. From a family of humble means, he dropped out of high school and took a job picking peaches and ushering at the local theater to help out.
Leslie began promoting the movies that arrived by doing everything from having the local beauties sitting on the Fox Theater roof to hanging street banners, creating parades and decorating department store window displays.
To give perspective, the first feature length film was in 1927. Mr.Petersen was a pioneer in the marketing of movies!
When MGM's Publicity Head Howard Strickling made a trip to San Jose he hand picked Leslie to be Assistant head of publicity. He was a mere 22 years old.
"Les" played a pivotal role in guiding the careers of Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland while working closely with Elizebeth Taylor, Clark Gable, Norma Shearer, Irving Thalberg, Bing Crosby, etc. His amazing job description also included World premiers such as the opening of "Gone with the Wind" in Atlanta, the secret wedding of Mickey Rooney and Ava Gardner and other discreet happenings.
Leslie Petersen spent the next 25 years with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
By the early 1950’s he became the studio’s first Executive in charge of television.

Founded in Chicago in 1911, Photoplay Magazine was the first movie fan publication.
The "Photoplay Magazine Medal of Honor Awards" began in 1921 (predating the Oscars by ten years). The magazine took out a full page add in the May issue including a ballot at the bottom of the page.Yes.The winners were chosen by movie fans and loyal readers!

This magnificent Medallion was
Struck by none other than the illustrious and incomparable Tiffany &Company.

A phenomenal piece in every way.

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Medal

02/18/2022

From the glory days of Hollywood!
I could write a book on the historical tentacles of this piece, but I I’ll begin with what touches my heart.

This Medallion is from the estate of MGM executive Mr. Leslie Petersen.
Mr. Petersen, “Les”, was born and raised in San Jose, Ca. From a family of humble means, he dropped out of high school and took a job picking peaches and ushering at the local theater to help out.
Leslie began promoting the movies that arrived by doing everything from having the local beauties sitting on the Fox Theater roof to hanging street banners, creating parades and decorating department store window displays.
To give perspective, the first feature length film was in 1927. Mr.Petersen was a pioneer in the marketing of movies!
When MGM's Publicity Head Howard Strickling made a trip to San Jose he hand picked Leslie to be Assistant head of publicity. He was a mere 22 years old.
"Les" played a pivotal role in guiding the careers of Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland while working closely with Elizebeth Taylor, Clark Gable, Norma Shearer, Irving Thalberg, Bing Crosby, etc. His amazing job description also included World premiers such as the opening of "Gone with the Wind" in Atlanta, the secret wedding of Mickey Rooney and Ava Gardner and other discreet happenings.
Leslie Petersen spent the next 25 years with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.

Founded in Chicago in 1911, Photoplay Magazine was the first movie fan publication.
The "Photoplay Magazine Medal of Honor Awards" began in 1921 (predating the Oscars by ten years). The magazine took out a full page add in the May issue including a ballot at the bottom of the page. Yes. The winners were chosen by movie fans and loyal readers!
This phenomenal piece of art is struck by none other than the illustrious and incomparable Tiffany & Company.

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08/18/2021

I am like spring.
My hair full of blossoms
My heart brightened with sunshine
My eyes clear
My feet full of energy and my hands filled with goodwill.
I am an Afghan Girl.

Daughter of Afghanistan
Shirin Zahra

04/18/2021

1860’s Jenny Lind Trunk

Johanna Maria Lind (1820-1887) also know as “The Swedish Nightingale” was a Soprano and one of the most highly regarded singers of the 19th century. She performed throughout Sweden and Europe and was closely associated with Felix Mendelssohn until 1850 when at the invitation of P.T Barnum, she journeyed to the United States for what would be an unprecedented and hugely popular concert tour.
While on the tour, she was given a trunk like this by a Cincinnati trunk maker. She kept it making it a hope chest for her upcoming nuptials. What had been formerly know as a “stage coach trunk” was now known as the “Jenny Lind trunk”.
It is said she donated most of her earnings to charity Particularly to the endowment of free schools in Sweden.
After two acclaimed sessions in London she retired at the age of 29 and moved to Europe. There she had three children with her husband Otto Goldschmidt and performed only on rare occasions.
In 1882 she returned to England where for several years Miss Jenny was a professor of music at the Royal College of Music in London.

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