Both Hand blown, they stand 12 inches high, are 6 inches wide and are 4 inches deep.<div><br></div><div>Both in Fine condition with no chips or cracks.&nbsp; They retain the original mounting brackets.&nbsp; The light fixtures are high grade Porcelain.&nbsp; &nbsp;They were originally mounted on the wall with only the upper round exterior screws.&nbsp; &nbsp;Each of the pieces retains the original made in Italy paper labels.</div><br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Pair Hand Made Murano Glass Wall Scones with Labels

This original gouache painting on paper measures 23 x 17 iinces.&nbsp; The outside of frame measures 27 x 32 1/2 inches.&nbsp; The backing dust paper on the back did have a framers name on it years ago, unfortunately it has come off.&nbsp; It was from Toronto downtown.<div>My feeling was that it was by perhaps Arshile Gorky who had a long association with Toronto, after living here for a big in his early carrier, he would have likely visited on occasion.&nbsp; Regardless, the skill level of the this abstract expressionist painting for the time, the 1950s is super high and cutting edge for the day.&nbsp; One may possibly be able to identify the artist. I always wanted to re-matt the painting but since it proves its age and might be a clue to its artist I have not.&nbsp; The frame and matting is original to the piece.&nbsp; &nbsp;Exceptional detail and subtle use of color amongst the darker colors.&nbsp; It is unsigned.&nbsp; I purchased this about 28 years ago and have enjoyed a great deal since as it captures the best of the period.<br><div><br></div>                </div><br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

1950s Abstract Painting

Hand blown art glass bird by Licio Zanetti, founder of Zanetti Art Glass, in Murano, Italy. He was the glass master for the firm from 1956 to 1989.Monumental in size, standing at 16 3/4 inches high it weighs in at 12.6 pounds.Excellent condition with no chips or cracks.&nbsp; Signed on the base.&nbsp; This was a custom made piece for a Canadian Family by the artist.<div><br></div><br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

c1970 Licio Zanetti Murano Glass Bird 16 3/4 inches Hand Blown 12.6 lbs Signed

Original Old Tibetan Thangka Painting.&nbsp; It was framed in the 1960s.&nbsp; &nbsp;It is a minimum 60 years old.&nbsp; &nbsp;Not sure how old it was already when it was framed.<div><br></div><div>The outside of the frame measures 23 x 31 inches.</div><div>This is an original Thangka painting, not a print.</div><br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Tibetan Thangka Painting of White Tara

Hand Made in Mexico this lamp came from the office of the Canadian Ambassador to Mexico.<div>The Canadian Coat of arms is hand carved into perplex/Lucite.&nbsp; &nbsp;The base is heavy, it has a light transformer mechanism inside it and when on shoots light into the perplex and lights it up.&nbsp; &nbsp;It is not currently operating.&nbsp; Apparently from my neighbor who is an electrician, it is simple to upgrade.&nbsp; &nbsp;The old style mechanism looks kool when opened and I choose to keep it original.&nbsp; Mexico and Canada have different plugs.</div><div>The brass is very fine condition. The perplex has one scratch on the bottom and other minor wear.</div><div>It comes with the official program from the historic visit of Pierre and Margaret Trudeau to open diplomatic relations with Cuba.&nbsp; &nbsp;The party visited Mexico and Cuba.</div><br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

The Official Canadian Diplomatic Desk Lamp 

Signed and dated L. Normandeau, 96. bottom right corner.&nbsp; This acrylic on artist's canvas board measures to outside of frame 28 1/2 x 19 1/2 inches.&nbsp; &nbsp;Some minor scuffing to frame.&nbsp; Painting is exceptional detail and shows well and was a family favorite. Colours bright and cheery.<div><br></div><br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Original Painting of an Ontario Scene by L Normandeau

Signed "Medallic Art Co. N.Y. Bronze" on one edge.&nbsp; The edge on the other side is signed "The Society of Medalist 85th Issiue May 1972 Sten Jacobsson, SC"<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Large Bronze Medallion by Sten Jacobsson (Swedish, 1899-1983)Artist Signed

English with date code on base.&nbsp; The date code reads 1882.<div><br></div><div>The piece is from the English Aesthetic Movement where art was made for arts sake and not connected in any way to either religious or political views.&nbsp; Hence the birth of the well known phase "Art for Art's sake."&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><div><br></div><div>Tight fitting lid.&nbsp; Hing extra strong like new.<div>Has all the little touches one could want in a tea pot of this period.&nbsp; All original and fine.</div></div></div><div><br></div><br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Dated 1882 Aesthetic Movement English Heavy Silver Plate Tea Pot

The crystal drop wax drip guards are made to they turn and can be lifted off.&nbsp; The glass glows under a black light.&nbsp; Original old piece.&nbsp; Please note that the crystal drops are as intended.&nbsp; They were not made to hit the arms so when the wax drip plates are removed, it would appear two are missing, that is not the case. They would hit the arm if there.&nbsp; Very good condition, no chips or cracks.<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Old Green Candle Holder with crystal drops

Door pull of bronze and teak.&nbsp; Early 1960s.&nbsp; Was said to&nbsp; come from one of the founders of the Four Seasons Hotel.&nbsp; I don't know any more, had it for years and have enjoyed it. Overall good condition.<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Bronze and Teak Door Pull

Signed in pencil bottom right.&nbsp; Titled in pencil bottom left.&nbsp; &nbsp;It is titled in French " Sus Aux Curieux" know in English as "The Naughty Dogs."&nbsp; The outside of the frame measures 21 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches.&nbsp; Very good condition.<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Original Borris O&#39;Klein (1893-1985 French) Etching

Dated 1958 on the reverse.&nbsp; This special frame allows you to open it and hide valuables.<div>The painting is very good singed John.&nbsp; The best I've seen in security frames.&nbsp; The painting is original and of high quality with Ontario birches lining a stream.&nbsp; It reminds me of Pickering or Meadowvale in the 1950s.</div><br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Hide your Valuables Painting Frame

Singed by Guy de Pelteau on the bottom rim.<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Guy de Pelteau (1932-2012) Signed Art Pottery

Fine hand made and hand painted Italian Frame done to the same characteristics as the Renaissance frames.&nbsp; The frame is hand painted.&nbsp; The picture is an early fine print of an Italian Masterpiece.&nbsp; &nbsp;It was put out by the Medici Society in 1910.&nbsp; Bond Street London England.&nbsp; &nbsp;Outside of frame measures 27 1/2 x 19 1/2 inches.<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Antique Hand Painted Italian Frame with Antique Medici Society Print

Circa 1850 or earlier this brass cross is mounted on a wood base.&nbsp; One can see the early file marks on the back. Condition - all good though the spot that the cross enters the metal base is a bit loose. Doesn't make any difference when just sitting there, just wanted to point it out, a drop of glue would fix if it bothered you.&nbsp; It didn't bother me at all.<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

1850 or earlier hand made Cross on wood stand

Old, lots of original patina.&nbsp; Finely carved.&nbsp; Small size.&nbsp; &nbsp;African. The size indicates it was originally used as a talisman.&nbsp; Wall ready.<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

African Tribal Mask

Original water color of 3 horses by Elizabeth May Alderson (1900-1988).<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Watercolour by E. M. Alderson

Original painting in Ink and water color by Karl Hanke (1918/19-2001) of Nova Scotia. Signed.  Titled "Rocky Inlet, Nova Scotia."  Some rubbing and wear to frame.<br>                <br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Kark Hanke (1919-2001 Canadian) Water Color and Ink Painting 2/2

This hand blown glass decanter has a ground bottom.&nbsp; It was made in the 1970s in Scandinavian.                <br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

1970s Scandinavian Hand Blown Decanter

Matched pair of vintage Italian hand made wood trays.&nbsp; One tray retains the original made in Italy label.<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Pair Italian Hand Made Wood Trays

Made by Charles Sucsan famous Canadian artist.&nbsp; It measures 9.45 inches across. Excellent condition with no chips or cracks. Signed on the front and retains original card on the reverse.<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Charles Sucsan Hand Painted Quebec :Art

Both signed.&nbsp; Strong decorative value.&nbsp; Some damage.&nbsp; Both stand approx. 12 7/8 inches high.&nbsp; Both signed on base.<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Fancy Old Pair of German Covered Urns

Original Oil Painting on board by Peter Haller who is from Austria, born 1911.&nbsp; He is known for his lively and living mountains.&nbsp; This painting was done circa 1960.<br><div>The painting itself measures 16 x 20 inches. The outside of the frame measures, 22 x26 inches.&nbsp; The painting is in very fine condition.&nbsp; The frame is an original period frame in good condition.</div>                <br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Peter Haller (b-1911 Austrian) Oil Painting

Nice art deco styling with square lid knob, square handle and art deco spout styling. Retains original pour cap and cap in excellent condition.<div>Marked on bottom 'Stainless Chrome."&nbsp;</div><br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Art Deco Stainless Chrome Cocktail Shaker

Scarborough (Ontario, Canada) SELLER MANAGED Downsizing Online Auction - Merkley Square

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Original 1958 painting signed "John," depicting an Ontario birch-lined stream, set in a special wooden frame that opens for hiding valuables.

1958 original landscape painting in hidden opening frame

Front view of the framed painting showing an autumn Ontario birch landscape by a stream, with signature 'John' visible, and the textured gray and gold wooden frame.

Close-up view of the painting surface highlighting brush work and signature 'John' on lower right corner.

Angled side view showing the frame depth, structure and hint of compartment design for hidden valuables.

Oil or acrylic painting featuring a serene rural landscape scene from 1950s Ontario, showing birch trees alongside a gently flowing stream under a partly cloudy blue sky. The painting employs soft pastel tones with green, yellow, and orange foliage, indicative of autumn. Signed 'John' in the bottom right corner. The frame is wooden with a gray textured inner border and gold trim; it opens to reveal a hidden compartment for valuables, with the frame back dated 1958.

1958 Hidden Storage Painting Frame with Ontario Birch Landscape

again, my apologies, the full size of the outside of the frame is 13 inches by 13 inches

no sizes and no bids on all your art, except one that I requested earlier

Bid Date	Bid Amount
Apr 3, 2025, 12:35:29 AM	$65.00
Apr 2, 2025, 9:58:59 PM	$60.00
Apr 2, 2025, 9:58:59 PM	$56.00
Apr 2, 2025, 9:41:09 PM	$53.00
Apr 2, 2025, 8:32:54 PM	$48.00
Apr 2, 2025, 8:32:54 PM	$45.00
Apr 2, 2025, 8:32:49 PM	$43.00
Apr 2, 2025, 8:32:49 PM	$40.00
Apr 2, 2025, 6:57:30 PM	$33.00
Apr 2, 2025, 6:57:30 PM	$30.00
Apr 2, 2025, 11:07:46 AM	$18.00
Mar 28, 2025, 11:42:37 AM	$15.00
Mar 28, 2025, 11:42:37 AM	$14.00
Mar 27, 2025, 4:16:11 AM	$11.00
Mar 27, 2025, 4:16:05 AM	$10.00
Mar 27, 2025, 4:16:06 AM	$10.00
Mar 24, 2025, 4:48:13 PM	$5.00
Mar 24, 2025, 4:48:13 PM	$4.69
Mar 24, 2025, 12:05:48 AM	$3.00
Mar 24, 2025, 12:05:48 AM	$2.00
Mar 23, 2025, 9:40:20 PM	$1.00

Lot #93: Hide your Valuables Painting Frame

Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, April 05 2025 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Category A: 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Pickup Location: Merkley Square, Scarborough, ON, M1G 2Y5 View Map (opens in new window)

Lot #93: Hide your Valuables Painting Frame

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, April 05 2025 08:30 AM - 04:30 PMCategory A: 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Pickup Location: Merkley Square, Scarborough, ON, M1G 2Y5 View Map (opens in new window)

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, April 05 2025 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
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