![Max Ernst (German, 1891-1976) L'Oiseau à l'Œil de Verre, 1972: Max Ernst (German, 1891-1976) L'Oiseau à l'Œil de Verre, 1972 gouache and tempera on Artist's board, housed in a round brass frame, wired for electricity signed MAX ERNST and dated (lower ri](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/332333/179233483_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717451552)
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![Max Ernst (German, 1891-1976) L'Oiseau à l'Œil de Verre, 1972: Max Ernst (German, 1891-1976) L'Oiseau à l'Œil de Verre, 1972 gouache and tempera on Artist's board, housed in a round brass frame, wired for electricity signed MAX ERNST and dated (lower ri](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/197/332333/179233483_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717451552)
![A 16th Century Important Signature Japanese Wakazashi Samurai Sword, Not Katana: A fine Japanese late 1500s signed Bizen Nori Mitsu, possible the first/second generation, out of the wood work, interesting fittings, brass chased dragon, namban tsuba incased brass, wooden handle, bl](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646098_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![2 Civil War Era Swords incl. USMC & Naval Cutlass: Two (2) U.S. Civil War era swords including one (1) Naval Cutlass, ricasso stamped "Ames Mfg. Co / Chicopee Mass" and "USN / DR / 1862" to other side, brass hilt wit](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370708_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![Civil War Era Military Surgeon Field Kit in Original Wood Box: Civil War era surgeon's field kit with wood and brass inlaid fitted case. Incomplete set with 10 tools as displayed. Box is 15.5 in x 6 x 3 in high.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8350/325482/179684788_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718058320)
![1970 Sterling Franklin Mint State of the Union Coins Governor's Edition: Great set of Franklin Mint State of the Union Coins, Governor's Edition, Andrew Schieder, vermeil or 24K gold over sterling. Set is complete in the original presentation box with brass plaque attached](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2740/333147/179861950_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718236394)
![A 19th Century Early 20th Century Japanese Tanto Samurai Sword Beautiful Hamon Temper, Signed: A beautiful signed, Kane Take, hand-forged Tanto with a Gunome temper, no nicks, original, outstanding polish, munei, including a kozuka knife, kozuka blade is signed, handle needs repair, needs mekug](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8693/332862/179646093_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717877769)
![BRASS SHIP'S WHEEL BY JOHN HASTIE & CO. LTD.: Early 20th c. Steering Wheel with Stand, by Scottish maker John Hastie & Co., Ltd, Greenock, with eight spokes, wooden grips, 42 1/2" high, 29" x 13".](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/957/331422/178763159_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716928066)
![AN ENGRAVED CAST BRASS DIVIT PEN CASE WITH CHRISTIAN SYMBOLS: AN ENGRAVED CAST BRASS DIVIT PEN CASE WITH CHRISTIAN SYMBOLS Armenia or Ottoman Eastern Provinces, second half 19th century Of typical shape, comprising a narrow rectangular pen case compartment with](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8979/332008/179139873_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717256876)
![Civil War shako cap: Civil War shako hat, black leather Infantry Model 1860, slightly curved stamped brass plate pinned to the front features a spread-winged eagle atop a laurel wreath that surrounds a disc with the infan](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/385/332379/179257693_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717521954)
![Religious Icon Lot: Lot (8) Religious items including painted wooden Icons, metal Cross, brass box, framed objects. Provenance: The Edward Herrmann Estate, Salisbury Connecticut.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1122/332252/179210645_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717432170)
![Francis Watkins 24-Inch Brass Telescope on Stand, London, 18th C.: Francis Watkins (1723 -1791) brass reflecting telescope with a 23 1/2” primary tube, 4 1/2" eyepiece extension tube, and 9" sighting tube with crosshairs; sliding screw rod focusi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370416_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![A 14kt Gold Cigarette Case, Christofle Silver Plated Palmistry Hand, and Three Cigarette Cases: Comprising: R. Blackinton 14 kt. gold cigarette case, approximately 70 dwts., length 4 inches; Christofle palmistry hand, length 7 1/2 inches; chromed-metal and brass cigarette case engraved Lesh/Isle](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/292/330597/178279412_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716409282)
![Central European Brass Menorah, 19th C: Central European brass Menorah, 19th century Judaica, the pierced and reticulated back depicting the lamp of the Temple between the columns of Solomon with eight candle holders before them and two fla](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5649/328672/177029622_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1714762352)
![Federal Eglomise Banjo Clock: An American Federal banjo clock with a turned brass finial, above a silver metal dial with Roman numerals and metal markers, brass bezel, eglomise throat, and base tablet, the throat decorat](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332539/179371837_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717698500)
![3 Pcs. Civil War Union Model 1855 Infantry Equipment: Three (3) Civil War Union Infantry accouterments including a Model 1855 leather cartridge box with oval 1839 Pattern brass US buckle and metal liners, a leather waist belt with oval 1839 Pattern](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/525/332535/179370706_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717684324)
![ADOLPHE SAX ALTO SAXOPHONE: Early 20th c. French Silvered Brass Saxophone, bell engraved "Medaille d'Or 1900, Adolphe Sax, Feur de l'Academie Nil de Musique, 84, Rue Myrha, Paris, Made in France"; with neck, ligature and mouthpi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/957/331423/178778135_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717175092)
![Lot 2 Vtg Brass Telescope & Vtg American Flag: Lot of 2 vintage brass telescope spyglass, at 6 inches long at shortest length and 1 vintage American flag with Embroidered stars. Approx 7 inches long. Moderate wearing to telescope and flag. Vintage](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3283/330415/178125486_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716239989)
![Lanzhou China Antique Brass Water Pipe: Water pipe or hookah from Lanzhou in northwestern China. Antique, likely from the 19th century, these items were once popular during the peak of the opium trade. Features a long curved mouthpiece and](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/9234/331906/179053557_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717190599)
![Antique Chinese Brass Opium Lamp/Lighter: Likely 19th to early 20th century. Antique brass opium lamp or lighter, crafted in China, the small burner which channels the heat upwards to a small opening. The item has a beautiful pierced design a](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/9234/331906/179053558_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717190599)
![Large Assortment of Brass Eagle Tokens--No Cash Value: Giant assortment of brass toned metal tokens used for slots, entertainment tokens, bus fares, and more! Front side features an eagle on a shield with stars around the perimeter. Back side reads "NO CA](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/9234/331906/179053727_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717190599)
![Japanese WW2 Naval Officer?s Dress Dirk Dagger: Japanese WW2 naval officer's dress dirk dagger. Rare single brass Tsuba. The blade is plain and the dirk comes complete with a wooden lacquered scabbard. Origin story claims bullet damage to scabbard.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7437/333103/180089449_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718396064)
![19th c. Mahogany Barometer: 19th c. mahogany and brass barometer. Glass as is. 40" L..](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1122/332252/179211095_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717432170)
![EARLY MARINE TELESCOPE BY FRITH, LONDON: Mid-19th c. Hand Held Three-Draw Telescope by Peter Frith, London, with brass case and mahogany clad main body, first draw engraved "Frith, London", 7 3/4" long (closed), 24" long (open).](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/957/331422/178763183_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716928066)
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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 […]
![Mamluk 14th-century brass candlestick lit up Leland Little, selling for $125K](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/165738183_1_x.webp)
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 […]
![Toy collectors grabbed ‘many brass rings’ at Bertoia’s $1.95M sale](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/2014_0609_b1191_lead.jpg)
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 […]