Maltine coca (yes, cocaine) wine bottle prepared by Maltine Manufacturing Co. of Brooklyn, NY. Loss on labels, as shown, however there is still plenty to read (including dosing instructions for children!).

Dimensions [9” high x 4” wide x 3” deep]

Pair of antique brass candlesticks. It has the weight of solid brass. On the bottom is marked, M. A good amount of patina, as shown.

Dimensions [6.5” high; base is 4” x 4”]

Sweet birthday card preserved in a custom wood box with brass closure. It reads: Birthday greetings and love from Nellie, March 11, 1918. below that is a name, L.G. Gould. Wear to ribbon and some patina on the card, as shown.

Dimensions [box is 5.5” long x 3.5” wide]

Turn of the century brackets with what we believe to be the original glass. Designed to go above a sink or vanity in the bathroom. Signed with what appears to be “AR” in script. A classic Art Deco design that will work with any aesthetic. Some patina on brackets and plaster residue on the back, as shown. Glass is thick and in overall great condition.

Dimensions [glass shelf is 18” long x 5” wide x .25” thick; brackets are 5.75” long x 1.75” diameter on mount]

Turn-of-the-century wall mount brackets, designed to hold a glass shelf (not included). Brackets are adjustable. Some patina and plaster residue on back of mount, as shown. Unsigned.

Dimensions [5” long (not extended); mount is 2.1” in diameter]

Victorian-era oil lamp. Named for the Swedish opera singer, Jenny Lind (her silhouette on base). Frosted glass with geometric design. This is functional and includes what was likely the original wick. Heavily patinated but glass portion of lamp and chimney are in excellent overall condition.

Dimensions [20” high with chimney; 13” high without; base is 4.5” x 4.5”]

Attributed to the mid to late 19th century. Lovely verdigris. Substantial weight to it.

Dimensions [7” long x 4.5” across]

Early lap or writing desk with multiple compartments for paper, pen and ink, etc. Good structural condition with some patina on both exterior and interior, as shown.

Dimensions [12” long x 8” wide x 4.5” high]

Turn of the century stoneware whisky jug with applied handle. Very good condition.

Dimensions [9.75” high]

Set of two brass pocket-size “spirit” or “bubble” levels in original box. Included instructional sheet gives instructions for specific use with Thomson Recording Wattmeter. Handwritten on face of box is Westbrook Electric Company (Westbrook, Maine) and 1373726. These still work! Beyond that, they are just so good-looking. Box has wear, as shown. Lovely gift idea for an electrician!

Dimensions [levels are 4” long x .25” diameter]

Lovely edition of Thomas Love Peacock’s satirical gothic novel. Originally published in 1818, the copyright on this edition is 1891. Very good condition. Inscribed, “To Douska (?), January 1, 1895, 18 Cheyne Row, Chelsea (London).

Dimensions [4.75” x 7.25”]

Small silver plated mechanical lead pencil by Wahl Eversharp. Signed. Likely made in the early 20th c. the size and ring top lead us to believe it was intended to wear on a chatelaine. It would be amazing on a necklace. Very good condition with some patina. Ready to insert lead (not included) and use. Beautiful gift idea for a writer.

Dimensions [3.25” long]

Sleek gold filled mechanical lead pencil, monogrammed with “L.W.” This likely dates to the 1920’s. Made by Wahl Eversharp and signed along with “gold filled” along top. Great condition and ready to refill and use. There is a lead remnant inside currently.

Dimensions [5.25” long]

Mid to late 19th c. garter dagger (this would have also been referred to as a “prostitute dagger” at the time). A piece like this would have been used by sex workers of the era for protection against men; either clipped to a garter or inside a boot. Signed on blade, “Alexander Sheffield” with “NY” on verso as well as on the leather sheath. We believe this would have been an item imported from England, where Sheffield knives were made, to NY, hence the NY emblem. Mother of pearl handle. This has seem some use, with lots of patina and dings and dents, as shown.

Dimensions [8.75” long x 2.4” across at widest point]