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Romance Of The Sea

Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 85 Pc
Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 85 Pc

Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 85 Pc

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Big Bend, WI

The fascinating patterns created by the surging sea, and a stylized shell symbolizing Neptune's bounty inspired Romance of the Sea by Wallace Silversmiths.

Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 70 pc
Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 70 pc

Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 70 pc

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Big Bend, WI

The fascinating patterns created by the surging sea, and a stylized shell symbolizing Neptune's bounty inspired Romance of the Sea by Wallace Silversmiths.

Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 59 Pc
Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 59 Pc

Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner 59 Pc

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Big Bend, WI

The fascinating patterns created by the surging sea, and a stylized shell symbolizing Neptune's bounty inspired Romance of the Sea by Wallace Silversmiths.

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Brass Coral & Sea Life Circular Mirror, England, Late 19th Century
Victorian Brass Coral & Sea Life Circular Mirror, England, Late 19th Century

Victorian Brass Coral & Sea Life Circular Mirror, England, Late 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Victorian Brass Coral & Sea Life Circular Mirror, England, Late 19th Century This richly ornamented Victorian circular mirror exemplifies the era’s fascination with the natural scie...

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Antique Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

The Ocean’s Reverie: A Vintage Chinese Hooked Seascape of Coastal Whimsy
The Ocean’s Reverie: A Vintage Chinese Hooked Seascape of Coastal Whimsy

The Ocean’s Reverie: A Vintage Chinese Hooked Seascape of Coastal Whimsy

Located in Dallas, TX

In this sense, it stands not merely as a rug, but as a tactile canvas—an heirloom textile capturing the romance of the sea through the eyes of a skilled artisan.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

3 19th C. Shipwreck Olive Green Glass Liquor Bottles, Van Den Bergh & Co. et al
3 19th C. Shipwreck Olive Green Glass Liquor Bottles, Van Den Bergh & Co. et al

3 19th C. Shipwreck Olive Green Glass Liquor Bottles, Van Den Bergh & Co. et al

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Ready to display, this instant collection captures the mystery and romance of the sea. The price is for the set of three bottles; they will not separate. 

Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Glass

Italian Hand-Carved Grotto Shell & Coral Reef Mirror with Beveled Glass
Italian Hand-Carved Grotto Shell & Coral Reef Mirror with Beveled Glass

Italian Hand-Carved Grotto Shell & Coral Reef Mirror with Beveled Glass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

It stands as a celebration of craftsmanship, natural symbolism, and the enduring romance of the sea. Dimensions: Overall: 51" H × 34" W × 4" D Mirror plate: 21" W × 42" H

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Engraving of Sailing Boats in Possibly Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong - ca.1850
Engraving of Sailing Boats in Possibly Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong - ca.1850

Engraving of Sailing Boats in Possibly Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong - ca.1850

Located in Langweer, NL

This print beautifully captures the era's spirit, blending artistry and the romance of life at sea. The engraving's masterful craftsmanship, with its precise lines and shading, in...

Category

Antique 1850s Prints

Materials

Paper

Vintage Mid-Century Style Polished Brass Captains Wheel & Anchor Desk Bell
Vintage Mid-Century Style Polished Brass Captains Wheel & Anchor Desk Bell

Vintage Mid-Century Style Polished Brass Captains Wheel & Anchor Desk Bell

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Mid-Century Style Polished Brass Captains Wheel & Anchor Desk Bell, circa late 20th century. Bring the romance of the high seas directly to your executive desk with this...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Brass

Louis XVI Gilt Bronze / Marble Mantel Clock Featuring Cupid & Triton, Italy 1834
Louis XVI Gilt Bronze / Marble Mantel Clock Featuring Cupid & Triton, Italy 1834

Louis XVI Gilt Bronze / Marble Mantel Clock Featuring Cupid & Triton, Italy 1834

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Rich in symbolism and detail, the clock features a finely cast gilt bronze sculpture of a youthful Cupid presenting a triton as he rides upon a gracefully modeled dolphin — a poetic ...

Category

Antique 1830s Italian Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

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Fishermen at Low Tide Oil Painting by William Thornley, Signed
Fishermen at Low Tide Oil Painting by William Thornley, Signed

Fishermen at Low Tide Oil Painting by William Thornley, Signed

Located in Houston, TX

This painting is a small example of the romance of the sea. Painted in the muted tones of the sea on a cloudy day.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Romance of the Sea Sterling Server
Romance of the Sea Sterling Server

Romance of the Sea Sterling Server

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H 6.4 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Romance of the Sea Sterling Server

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Romance of the Sea, just the name sounds exotic! This sterling silver server can be used with hors d’oeuvres or desserts - actually anything petite that needs a serving piece.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Romance of the Sea
Romance of the Sea

Romance of the Sea

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H 9.2 in Dm 1 in

Romance of the Sea

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Brooklyn, NY

First introduced in 1950 this pattern has been winner ever since. With its simplicity and minimal design there is a subtle elegance that cannot be duplicated. A timeless pattern that...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner
Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner

Romance of the Sea Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Shell Motif Dinner

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Big Bend, WI

The fascinating patterns created by the surging sea, and a stylized shell symbolizing Neptune's bounty inspired Romance of the Sea by Wallace Silversmiths.

Category

Vintage 1950s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

"Romance of the Sea, " Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Dinner Set of 96 Pieces
"Romance of the Sea, " Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Dinner Set of 96 Pieces

"Romance of the Sea, " Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Dinner Set of 96 Pieces

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Big Bend, WI

The fascinating patterns created by the surging sea and a stylized shell symbolizing Neptune's bounty inspired romance of the sea by Wallace Silversmiths.

Category

Vintage 1950s Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Flatware Designed by William  S. Warren  for Wallace
Sterling Flatware Designed by William  S. Warren  for Wallace

Sterling Flatware Designed by William S. Warren for Wallace

Located in New York, NY

The pattern is called Romance of the Sea. Service for 12 with eight serving pieces.

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Carved wood racing Yawl
Carved wood racing Yawl

Carved wood racing Yawl

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H 55.9 in W 52 in D 7.75 in

Carved wood racing Yawl

Located in Atlanta, GA

Whether displayed in a coastal inspired interior, a study, library, or collector's space, it offers timeless nautical charm, evoking the romance of the sea and the golden era of sail...

Category

20th Century European Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Vintage Sailor's Valentine Shellwork Shadow Box
Vintage Sailor's Valentine Shellwork Shadow Box

Vintage Sailor's Valentine Shellwork Shadow Box

Located in Bradenton, FL

This is a rare and evocative decorative object that captures the enduring romance of the sea.

Category

20th Century Caribbean Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell, Glass, Wood

English 1920s Gaff Cutter Four Sail Pond Yacht on Stand with Solid Hull
English 1920s Gaff Cutter Four Sail Pond Yacht on Stand with Solid Hull

English 1920s Gaff Cutter Four Sail Pond Yacht on Stand with Solid Hull

Located in Atlanta, GA

Its presence evokes the romance of the sea and the beauty of handcrafted model ships, making it a conversation starter and a cherished addition to any interior.

Category

Early 20th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Romance of the Sea by Wallace Sterling Flatware Dinner Service Set of 12
Romance of the Sea by Wallace Sterling Flatware Dinner Service Set of 12

Romance of the Sea by Wallace Sterling Flatware Dinner Service Set of 12

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Big Bend, WI

The fascinating patterns created by the surging sea, and a stylized shell symbolizing Neptune's bounty inspired Romance of the Sea by Wallace Silversmiths.

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Romance of the Sea Pattern 63 Pieces
Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Romance of the Sea Pattern 63 Pieces

Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Romance of the Sea Pattern 63 Pieces

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful Wallace sterling silver flatware service for 12 Romance of The Sea Pattern 63 pieces total, set consisting of: 9" knife 7 1/4" fork 6 1/2" fork 6" spoon 6" spoon Se...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Romantic Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Romance of the Sea by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 54 Pieces
Romance of the Sea by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 54 Pieces

Romance of the Sea by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 54 Pieces

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Big Bend, WI

The fascinating patterns of the surging sea and the abundant riches of nature found beneath its waves find expression in Romance of the Sea.

Category

Vintage 1950s Sterling Silver

Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set, 98 Pieces "Romance of the Sea"
Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set, 98 Pieces "Romance of the Sea"

Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set, 98 Pieces "Romance of the Sea"

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

98-piece set of "Romance of The Sea" sterling silver (1950s) by Wallace Silver.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Romance of the Sea by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 97 Pcs Huge
Romance of the Sea by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 97 Pcs Huge

Romance of the Sea by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 97 Pcs Huge

By Wallace Silversmiths

Located in Big Bend, WI

The fascinating patterns of the surging sea and the abundant riches of nature found beneath its waves find expression in romance of the sea.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Hollywood Regency Gilt Brass Shell Candle Sconces w/ Scroll Arms
Pair of Hollywood Regency Gilt Brass Shell Candle Sconces w/ Scroll Arms

Pair of Hollywood Regency Gilt Brass Shell Candle Sconces w/ Scroll Arms

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fun Historical Fact Shell motifs have long been tied to luxury and “high style,” dating back to the Rococo period when shells symbolized beauty, abundance, and the romance of the sea...

Category

Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Collection Gilt Leather Bound Library Book Set
Collection Gilt Leather Bound Library Book Set

Collection Gilt Leather Bound Library Book Set

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Collection of gilt leather bound library book set of eight volumes. The Romances of Victor Hugo. " Toilers of The Sea " Copyright, 1888 by Little, Brown, And Company.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

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