Decorative Art Glass And Metalwork Appraisal

Owner notes: Glass handmade

Owner notes: Indian pre British Colonial era

Owner notes: Brass pagoda temple bell

Owner notes: Signed G E S 4/28/72

Owner notes: Bronze

Owner notes: Copper

Owner notes: Antique dish

Owner notes: Asian dragon motif gong bell.

Owner notes: ?

Owner notes: Based on the provided image and your requested format, here is an evaluation of the item: * Item description: A single decorative cast-metal figurine featuring two solemn-looking monkeys seated on a rectangular base. The monkeys are positioned back-t Based on the provided image and your requested format, here is an evaluation of the item: * Item description: A single decorat Based on the provided image and your requested format, here is an evaluation of the item: * Item description: A single decorative cast-metal figurine featuring two solemn-looking monkeys seated on a rectangular base. The monkeys are positioned back-to-back, facing outward. The piece likely served as a paperweight or a single decorative bookend. * Markings: No markings are visible in the photo. * Item dimensions: L 8.5” H 5” W 2” * Item material: Cast metal, likely spelter (a zinc alloy) with a dark, silver-toned finish or patina. The lighter color showing through on the base and worn areas suggests a plating over a base metal. * Location origin: The style is consistent with items manufactured in the United States or Europe during the early to mid-20th century. * Estimated time period origin: Art Deco period (1920s-1930s). The stylized, somewhat geometric form of the monkeys and the simple, clean lines of the base are characteristic of this era. * Other details: The piece shows significant wear and patina loss, particularly on the base and the monkeys' backs, revealing the lighter metal underneath. The monkeys' poses are expressive, with their arms crossed over their knees, giving them a thoughtful or dejected appearance.