![CHINESE VINTAGE WELL DECORATED BRASS SNUFF BOTTLE: THIS ITEMH: 3 in/7.5 cm W: 2.5 in/6 cm D: 1 in/2.5 cm Weight: 65 g. FEATURES 1. Marked Qian Long Nian Zhi (Qian Long Nian: 1736-1796). 2. Hand painted dragons and lucky clouds. 3. Dragons flying in t](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7079/329706/177828460_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715988769)
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![CHINESE VINTAGE WELL DECORATED BRASS SNUFF BOTTLE: THIS ITEMH: 3 in/7.5 cm W: 2.5 in/6 cm D: 1 in/2.5 cm Weight: 65 g. FEATURES 1. Marked Qian Long Nian Zhi (Qian Long Nian: 1736-1796). 2. Hand painted dragons and lucky clouds. 3. Dragons flying in t](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7079/329706/177828460_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715988769)
![CHINESE ANTIQUE PAIR OF MANDARIN DUCK BRASS SNUFF BOTTLE: THIS ITEM H: 3 in/7.5 cm W: 2.8 in/7 cm D: 1.5 in/3.8 cm Weight: 86 g FEATUREA 1. Hand painted Mandarin ducks, lotus, and water. 2. The pictures symbolize love. 3. Old.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7079/329706/177828654_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715991821)
![CHINESE ANTIQUE BRASS SNUFF BOTTLE MARKED QIAN LONG: THIS ITEM H: 2.8 in/7 cm W: .8 in/4.5 cm D: 0.8 in/2 cm Weight: 103 g. FEATURES 1. Marked QIAN LONG NIAN ZHI (QIANLONGNIAN? 1736-1796). 2. Hand painted birds and flowers. 3. The picture metaphorically](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7079/329706/177828649_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715991982)
![AN ENGRAVED BRASS SMOKING SET WITH MATCH HOLDER, CIGARETTE BOX, AND TRAY: A QAJAR ENGRAVED BRASS SMOKING SET WITH MATCH HOLDER AND CIGARETTE BOX, AND A MUNTZ METAL CO. PERSIAN-STYLE TRAY Qajar Iran, late 19th - early 20th century, and Staffordshire, England, dated 1872 Comp](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8979/332008/179139863_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717256876)
![PAIR OF CHINESE ANTIQUE BRASS BIRDS SNUFF BOTTLE: THIS ITEMH: 3 in/8 cm W: 2.5 in/6 cm D: 1 in/2.5 cm Weight FEATURES 1. Hand painted dragon and phoenix. 2. The meaning of the pictures: LONG FENG CHENG XIANG/????which means the dragon and phoenix pre](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7079/329706/177828572_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715989250)
![PAIR OF CHINESE ANTIQUE BRASS ENAMEL SNUFF BOTTLE QIAN LONG MARK: THIS ITEM H: 2.8 in/7 cm W: 1.7 in/4.5 cm D: 0.6 in/1.7 cm Weight: 72 g/each FEATURES 1. Marked QIAN LONG NIAN ZHI. QIAN LONG NIAN: 1736-1796. 2. Hand painted cranes, representing longevity; kingfishe](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7079/329706/177828658_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715991403)
![Awesome Gold/Brass Military Prismatic Compass: Beautiful Condition – Multiple Photos Posted](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6629/330447/178178276_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716900560)
![E Vion Brass French Brass Telescope & Tripod Stand: French brass 1-draw telescope by Etablissement Vion, mid 20th century, mounted to an adjustable height oak tripod stand. Overall very good condition. Telescope 48" fully extended, lens 3"w; stand 51"h](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8350/325482/179684670_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718136457)
![BRASS TELESCOPE ON TRIPOD WOOD STAND: Vintage Solid Brass telescope, on wood stand. No markings, works well. 30"x58" opened. Closed 6"x58". Weight approx 45 lbs](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8708/332766/179533454_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718140169)
![ANTIQUE 19TH C RUSSIAN ORTHODOX ENAMEL BRASS ICON: A large antique brass and enamel icon showing the Dormition of the Mother of God. The icon depicts the Mother of God surrounded by apostles, Jesus Christ next to her and saints looking at her from hea](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6975/333397/180018222_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718372239)
![ANTIQUE 19TH C RUSSIAN ORTHODOX ENAMEL BRASS ICON: A large antique Russian Orthodox brass and enamel icon showing the Christ the Almighty Enthroned. Cast in relief and covered with multicolor enamel. Russia, 19th century. Antique Russian Orthodox Icon](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6975/333397/180018219_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718372239)
![Victorian Brass Telescope on Stand: Property from a Private Collection, Ponte Vedra, FL Description: Victorian Brass Telescope on Stand , brass and leather telescope with brass and wood tripod stand. Height of stand collapsed: 61 in](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4098/332500/179390558_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717709726)
![11” Antique Brass US Gauge Co Steam Gauge: It measures 11” x 2 7/8” and is marked. Us gauge co. It is in good condition with no issues Shipping: Domestic: Flat-rate of $20.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: Fo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/332695/179464578_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717798128)
![VINTAGE CAST IRON LEAD & METAL TOY LOT: Vintage Cast Iron, Lead and Metal Toy Lot. Including 4 Miniature Cannons, Louisville KY Sportsman on Horse, Betsy Ross House Philly PA Brass Horse, Army Sargeant on Horseback Lead, American Indian Lea](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1379/331101/178485802_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716581494)
![Antique WWI Trench Art Brass Shell Vase, Monogrammed: This gorgeous vase is the work of a creative soldier during WWI. Ruffle edge, monogrammed JLS with oak leaf and scroll designs. Pulled "stem" reeded and matching base that appears applied. Bullet cali](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2740/333147/179861870_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718236394)
![Collection Post Modern Italian Ashtrays, Catchalls, Lighters, PAOLO TRAVERSI: Largest trays are all approximately 2" H x 8.5" W x 8.5" W, largest lighters lighters are 3.5" H x 4.5" W x 4.5" D. This item is located at location A. Please see auction description for pick up detai](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4409/331562/178847345_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717002569)
![19TH C. BRITISH INLAID ROSEWOOD WHEEL BAROMETER: Regency Era Barometer by Zerboni & Co., Calton Str., Edinburgh, in polished rosewood with mother-of-pearl inlay, topped with a swan's neck pediment and brass finial, engraved silvered dials, throat mo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/957/331422/178763618_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716928066)
![2 Vintage Brass Footed Ash Tray & Match Box Holder: Lot of 2 brass vintage smoking accessories.1 footed claw and paw hammered exterior brass ashtray with notches to rest cigarettes. Approx 2 inches tall and 3 inch diameter and 1 footed match box holder](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3283/330415/178125683_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716239989)
![CHINESE ANTIQUE BRASS ENAMEL SNUFF BOTTLE QIAN LONG: THIS ITEM H: 3.1 in/8 cm W: 1.8 in/4.5 cm D: 1 in/2.5 cm Weight: FEATURES 1. Hand painted dragon images, lucky clouds, and the dragon flies into the sky. 2. Marked QIAN LONG NIAN ZHI (QIAN LONG NIAN:](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7079/329706/177828619_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1715992477)
![[Russian]. Three-partie folding icon [skladen] "Crucifixion. Ressurection. Our Lady of Vladimir". -: [Russian]. Three-partie folding icon [skladen] "Crucifixion. Ressurection. Our Lady of Vladimir". - Russia, 18th cent. - 10x27 cm. Tempera on wood; levkas, gilding. Brass frame.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6171/331358/178722572_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716885834)
![Large icon, Russia 19th century, poly: Large icon, Russia 19th century, polychrome tempera painting on wood, brass oklad. Gilt wooden frame with pediment and tendril ornament. rubbed and slightly bumped, 99 x 66 cm](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/609/331532/178836515_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716986475)
![SUSQUEHANNA RIVER CANVASBACK DRAKE DECOY: WITH BRASS TAG BEARING IRA KEPNER WASHINGTONBORO](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7573/333258/179913402_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718304971)
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George III brass mortar leads our five auction highlights
George III Brass Mortar by Jan Verbruggen, $77,975 STANSTED MOUNTFITCHET, U.K. – Sending the old year out with a bang, a George III brass mortar by Jan Verbruggen hammered for £49,000 and sold for £61,250 ($77,975) with buyer’s premium at Sworders on December 13. The rare example of British military ordnance from the time of the American Revolutionary War was estimated […]
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Mamluk 14th-century brass candlestick lit up Leland Little, selling for $125K
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. — Estimated at $5,000-$10,000, a 14th-century candlestick made during the classical period of Mamluk artistic production hammered for $100,000 and sold for $125,000 with buyer’s premium at Leland Little on December 1. The 9in high silver-inlaid brass candlestick was likely used in court ceremonies or celebrations to honor the reigning potentate — either […]
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Toy collectors grabbed ‘many brass rings’ at Bertoia’s $1.95M sale
VINELAND, N.J. – There were smiles on many bidders’ faces as they departed Bertoia Auctions’ Spring Toy Break Auction on May 9th and 10th. “It was a terrific sale, and there was a great camaraderie throughout,” said Bertoia Auctions associate Rich Bertoia. “As they headed out the door with their purchases, everybody was chattering about […]
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Furniture Specific: Brass with class
In the last few months I have been fortunate enough to attend several high-end antique shows, cover some good auctions and visit a well-known museum with a wonderful collection of 18th- and 19th-century American furniture treasures. And while it is fun to sort of let yourself go and just be amazed at all the great […]