Beautiful Gorham tray in the Chantilly pattern (YC1334) from around 1950. It is silverplate, holloware, has long been discontinued and has become difficult to find. This tray is in very good condition, and while it could stand a good polishing, it has no dents or other serious defects. The overall diameter is 15-1/2" with an 11" diameter chased center.

Our offering of American china painting continues with this hand-painted 8 1/2" (including handle) X 4 1/4" nappy. This piece is also signed by Marie Morris. The nappy is decorated with blue forget-me-nots on a pale blue band. Ms. Morris used a light yellow wash in the bottom of the nappy to create a soft contrast. The piece is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or crazing...

This is an unsigned, hand-painted 8 1/2" plate, with pink and blue geraniums (with green leaves) on gorgeous white plate that has a detailed, embossed rim. The plate was manufactured in Japan, and it has the holes in the bottom rim to facilitate a hanging wire (not included). The piece is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or crazing. Whether you call it china painting, porcelain painting, or overglaze painting, this is a delightful example.

Here is a charming example of American china painting. It is another hand-painted 7 3/4" plate, this piece is again signed - Marie Morris, 1963. The plate pink, blue and white morning glories, with green leaves and a detailed teal blue band. The piece is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or crazing. Whether you call it china painting, porcelain painting, or overglaze painting, this is another wonderful example.

This piece of American china painting is another hand-painted 9 1/4" plate, once again signed - Marie Morris (undated). The plate has beautiful pink roses with leaves fading to pale on a beautiful white plate with an embossed pattern along the scalloped band. This particular piece was manufactured with holes in the bottom rim to facilitate a hanging wire, which is already in place. The piece is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or crazing...

Beautiful hand-painted china base for table lighter. Each side has a flying mallard on a white field with a yellow base and sky blue band around the top. Each duck is slightly different as normal with the process. The base stands approximately 2-1/8" X 2-1/2" X 1-1/2". The bottom is stamped "ATC Super De Luxe Automatic" and "Hand Painted Japan." THERE IS NO LIGHTER MECHANISM INCLUDED - BASE ONLY!

Here is a perfect addition to your holiday party wares. This is a center-handled serving tray by All The Trimmings with a band of holly leaves and gold trim. The plate measures 10.5" and has a brass handle. It is in excellent condition, with no chips, cracks or crazing.

Here is a delightful ceramic cracker tray decorated with geese and teddy bears - blue ribbons and Santa hats. The tray measures 10.25" X 3" X 2" and is in excellent condition, with no chips, cracks or crazing.

Here is a beautiful porcelain bowl by Schmidt. Made in Brazil, it is an excellent pattern for the winter holidays. This 8" rimmed soup bowl (Pattern #SHM7) is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or crazing.

White, 7.75" soup bowls by Homer Laughlin with pink and white flowers, on a Republic shape, with gold trim on the rim. The pattern number for these bowls is HLc441, which is often offered on the Internet as Virgina Rose. Don't be confused. All bowls are in very good shape with no chips or cracks and very little to no crazing.

Hospitality snack sets (4 plates/4 cups), in the box, by Federal Glass Co. from the 40s and 50s. One of the most popular designs of the time. Marketed as Hospitality, and later as Homestead, the box determines the name. All glassware in excellent condition. Boxes show various signs of age and wear, though none extreme.

For those who enjoy Imari, here is a shallow bowl from China decorated in the style that is among the most popular of all the oriental styles. It is only 1.5" deep and 7.25" in diameter. The colors are wonderful, and it displays magnificently. The picture here does not do it justice. There are no chips, cracks or crazing.