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Antique Questions Forum / Re: 3 "Asian" Pieces

« on: November 04, 2013, 10:51:03 pm »

Thanks everyone for your input.

Estate sales in small cities are still worthwhile because many aren't really aware of eBay. But otherwise yeah, a lot of them are still pricy. This was a good one though.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: 3 "Asian" Pieces

« on: November 03, 2013, 11:10:20 pm »

Thanks. I'll cross my fingers, of course. I'm always wary about these though since there are so many. On the other side of the red one is a lotus flower that is kind of incredible looking, very attractively stylized. I can't quite tell what is on the side of the red one that's visible in the photo.

Originally when I bought them it was the painted one I was more excited about because of the real paint and the signature on the bottom, but the paint is starting to chip a little and it's not as fun to hold. The stopper also comes in and out of that one too easily.

As for the ashtray, it's definitely not cheaply made, and also has to have some age to it, but on top of the 3d building in the center there is some protective plastic, and I can't imagine anything with plastic was originally that collectible. I figured it was possibly some type of tourist/Chinatown piece that may simply be a few decades old. It's a pretty fun piece though. Came in a nondescript brown box.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: 3 "Asian" Pieces

« on: November 03, 2013, 08:07:40 pm »

Thanks! I have so many more neat things I found but I don't want to spam the board. Found some art, army clothes, and more. I'm sure some are worthless, but when you can walk away with boxes and boxes of stuff for less than $50 it's always a great day. Estate sales are fun. I just wish I knew more people that could identify these items in person so I didn't have to always ask here!

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Antique Questions Forum / 3 "Asian" Pieces

« on: November 03, 2013, 06:26:07 pm »

You all were so amazing before I thought I'd run a few pieces by you I picked up at an estate sale. These are all pieces that may be Chinatown remakes, but I can't tell. They do look old, and I know that even some Chinatown remakes are "legit" in terms of whether or not some basic casual collectors like them, so I picked them up. I was wondering if anyone could even identify the ashtray at all given that it has no markings, and whether or not the snuff bottles do/should have any value. It does look like the stoppers are replacements, although I'm no expert. Don't worry about me getting ripped off. I spent very, very little and I like keeping these for myself if they end up being worthless. They're still pretty.

An estimated value would be amazing as well, but unnecessary.

PS - Also, one other random question. I have a large seemingly genuine gavel from 1957. It has the term "Art and Garden Section" on it. I'm pretty sure it's real, but I can't think of a price point. Any thoughts?

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Help Identifying Two Objects

« on: October 30, 2013, 06:50:38 pm »

Hi Five everyone! Thanks for all your help. Glad I joined the forum!

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Help Identifying Two Objects

« on: October 30, 2013, 05:56:19 pm »

You rock my world. Thanks. These ones are clearly newer and probably not worth anything, but it's so good to see that I can finally say what they are.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Help Identifying Two Objects

« on: October 30, 2013, 05:51:28 pm »

Sure! Sorry, I'm new. Attached is the weird object I can't find:



Here is the pottery:



They may not be old or have value, but as I'm sure you've experienced too I hate not knowing what they are.

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Antique Questions Forum / Help Identifying Two Objects

« on: October 30, 2013, 05:44:00 pm »

Attached are links to two objects I'm struggling to identify. The first I've asked dozens of people and no one knows what it is. Flickr link is here:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7392/10582388034_2364b9f4ba.jpg

If anyone at all can tell me what that is, I'd be appreciative. A value would be even better, but at this point I just want to know if anyone has any idea what it is.

Next is a piece of pottery I found at a garage sale, and I can't make out the signature:

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2827/10582468794_d614831f21.jpg
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7343/10582410065_78be95e3c9.jpg

It may be nothing, but I hate being unable to read something, so I was hoping maybe someone with good eyes or experience can tell me if it's worth holding onto. Your help is appreciated. Thanks!