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C. HEART PERFUME BOTTLE. Our pretty heart-shaped perfume bottle is Wlcome to the Smithsonian Allow 12-16 weeks for delivery. perfect for holding precious scents and her interest Our exclusive hand CabdogueforSpring1988 1. LOUNGE CHAIR: 3026. s1,150.00 (Members s1,035.00) blown glass perfume bottle with ground stopper features delicate pink hearts (s/h 76.00).* blossoming on graceful vines and is created by Zellique Art Glass of Califor· 2. OTTOMAN: 3027. s660.00 (Members s594.00) nia. The National Museum of American History includes art glass in its collec· On these pages you will find handsome reproductions, (s/h 44.55).* tions. Signed and dated. Approx. 4\4''h. 7167 s140.00 (Members s126.00) adaptations and other beautiful and useful items that reflect 3. LOVE SEAT: 3028. s1,875.00 (Members s1,687.50) (s/h 2.90). the rich diversity of the Smithsonian. As the world's largest (s/h 126.50).* complex of museums, art galleries and research facilities, it 4. SOFA: 3029. s2,500.00. (Members s2,250.00) D. HEART THIMBLE A Smithsonian exclusive by Simons Brothers. This encompasses the vast and varied elements of America's (s/h 162.00).* gold-plated sterling silver thimble with delicately pierced band is reproduced cultural, social, scientific and artistic heritage. 5. END TABLE: 3030. s475.00 (Members s427.50) from an original in our Mary Gallatin Hoppin Collection, which contains more Historical and educational information is provided on a (s/h 32.00).* than 400 unusual thimbles. A charming find for collectors. Approx. W' h. Smithsonian card included with most products or on our 6. COCKTAIL TABLE: 3031. s575.00 (Members 2616 s32.00 (Members s28.80) (s/h 2.05). packaging. Ali income from our catalogue supports our s517.50) (s/h 38.80).* chartered educational purposes and activities. E. BLUE LACE AGATE AND PEARL EARRINGS. Designed exclusively for B. GOLD AND GARNET the Smithsonian, these exquisite earrings feature delicate pearls, oval A. SMITHSONIAN "PALM COURT" FURNITURE evokes RING is patterned after a amethysts, 8mm blue lace agate beads and 14k gold spacers and posts. the splendor of a Victorian parlour! Made for the Smith· Victorian ring in our collec· Approx. 1"I. 4262 s60.00 (Members s54.00) (s/h 2.25). sonian by Brown Jordan, our traditional furniture with Vic· tion. Four faceted garnets torian influences is adapted from a 1920's design in our are set into the fine lattice F. "HEAVENLY HORSES" BOOKENDS. Our pair of noble steeds mounted on rosewood Warshaw Collection of Business Americana. Elegant yet work of the tapered 14k bookends make a dramatic and dignified accent Among the most famous statues in durable, it is made of high quality wicker with plump grey gold band. Size 5: 4455. Chinese art, the "heavenly horses" of Kansu are reproduced here in brass with an antiqued paisley cushions. The Smithsonian's Office of Horticulture Size 6:4456. Size 7:4457. bronze finish. Chinese bronze sculptures are included in our Asian ethnological collections collects and studies historic furniture and decorative arts Size 8: 4458. Size 9: 4459. Size 10: 4460. Size 11: 4461. in our National Museum of Natural History. 7" h. x 63.4" I. x 4W' w. with felt·lined bases. 7982 related to the history of American horticulture. Stain re· s21 0.00 (Members s189.00) (s/h 3.00). s65.00 (Members s58.50) (s/h 4.35). tardant 100% cotton cushions. Antique white finish on wicker. G. BLUE LACE AGATE AND PEARL NECKLACE. Fresh water pearls and ame- thysts highlight our necklace of 6mm blue lace agate beads and 14k roundels and clasp. These minerals are representative of those found in our Gem and Mineral Hall. 32" I. 4513 s185.00 (Members s166.50) (s/h 2.45). CREDIT CARD ORDERS PHONE 703-455-1700 3 D.JAPANESECHERRYBARKCHEST. Japanese samurai used to make cherry bark objects. This chest, made of cherry bark which repels dampness and dryness, is ideal for storing station elY or jewell)', especially with the secret panel in the bottom drawer. Polished cherry bark A. IMARI lAMP. The richlydeta;IOO I ~ I ven""'""' iron handle,;. 7l4"h. x 9l4"w.x6W' design of ou"amp include< the tradition•! .......... deep. 7935 'J 00.00 (Me""""' '9!>.00)(•/h 4.05). bird and flower motif in handsome hues of rust, blue and green, characteristic of C E. GREEN JADE NECKlACE. Made from the !marl style. lmari ware is well repre- natural nephrite jade, the 8mm beads on this sented in our National Museum of Natural necklace are strung and individually knotted by Histol)'. 25"h. with fabric shade. 3633 hand. Classic yet contemporal)'. Approx. 25" 1. s155.00 (Members s139.50) (s/h 10.35).* 4508 $95.00 (Members s85.50) (s/h 2.15). B. JAPANESE STYLE. Peer inside Japan's private homes and obseiVe simple elegant interiors that express the F. !MARl SERVING SET. Porcelain serving bowl with colorfullmari pattern Japanese lifestyle. 770 fu!J..color photos. Hardback. 287 pgs. reflects the Japanese tradition of making their meals a feast for the eyes as 1612 s35.00 (Members $31.50) (s/h 3.80). well as the palate.lncludes four matching chopstick (or knife) rests and four sets of varnished wood chopsticks. SeiVer, 12" I. 7383 s40.00 C. LAPIS HEART PENDANT. Our lovely lapis heart-shaped (Members s36.00) (s/h 3.95). * gemstone dangles on a delicate chain of 14k gold. Lapis is included in our Gem and Mineral Hall at the National G. CARVED JADE EARRINGS. Deep green ovals are intricately hand Museum of Natural Histol)'. Heart: approx. 3/4"(shown actual caiVed with a Chinese floral design and set in vermeil. Made of natural size) ; chain: 16". 4538 s75.00 (Members $67.50) (s/h 2.05). nephrite jade, our earrings are adapted from a pair in the National Museum of Natural Histol)'. Approx. 1"1. For pierced ears, 14k posts: 4204. Clip: 4203. Each pair s95.00 (Members s85.50) (s/h 2.25). H. RED PAISLEY SILK TIE. A traditional favorite, paisley patterns originally came to Europe from India. Examples of paisley designs are in the National Museum of American Historyi. 100% silk twill. Made in Italy. 2025 s22.00 (Members $19.80) (s/h 2.20). I. GEMSIDNE TREE sparkles with petals of carnelian, rose and white quartz, aventurine, sodalite and blue lace agate. Handmade in the tradition of Chinese artists who created gemstone trees for the Emperor's Winter Palace. Approx. 8"h. Jade and brass base. 8047 s65.00 (Members s58.50) (s/h 2.50). E 4 5 C. STERUNG SILVER LOVING SPOON D. WATERFORD PITCHER of full lead crystal is magnificent to behold. Repro· is inspired by a traditional Celtic be duced just for us by Waterford Crystal, its dazzling cuttings and flawless design trothal gift given by the groom to his are patterned after a pitcher made in Ireland in 1790. The original is on exhibit at bride-to-be. Our handmade sterling silver the National Museum of American History. Mouth blown and hand cut. 63A"h. version comes from the Scottish Isle of Holds 30 ounces. 7627 s280.00 (Members s252.00} (4.65). Mull. The Division of Domestic Ufe in our National Museum of American History E. CHINESE PORCElAIN CANDLE STICKS. These distinctively shaped includes silver spoons in its collections. candlesticks, taken from famille rose porcelain in our anthropology collec· Approx. 3W'1. 7042 s40.00 (Members tions, feature a delicate flower and fruit design in soft muted colors. Approx. s36.00) (s/h 2.15). 7"h. Pair: 7816 s32.00 (Members s28.80) (s/h 2.50). A. FLOWER GARLAND HAT. Festoon ed with flowers and leaves and encircled with satin ribbon, our hand-trimmed hat - ~- ~- will add a springtime look to any lady's .---.. outing. A Smithsonian exclusive, our hat - · · ~."· . is similar to trimmed straw hats in the . ·· - National Museum of American History. 15" dia. 2907 $80.00 (Members s72.00) (s/h 2.50). B. BillTERFLY LACE TABLECLOTH, ,I F. AMEl1NST AND CLOISONNE PLACEMATS AND NAPKINS. Repro NECKLACE. Lovely purple amethyst and duced from a Belgian applique lace table ~~ serpentine beads provide a charming cloth in our textile collection. Made of complement to lavender, green-flowered washable 80% cotton/20% Dacron®poly· c cloisonne beads. Amethyst and serpen· ester, by Quaker Lace just for us. Avail l tine are on view in the Gem and Mineral able as a tablecloth in four sizes, or as a ,A, ...__ Hall of our National Museum of Natural set of four striking placemats. Matching History. 27"1. 4520 $150.00 (Members napkins feature the butterfly motif on one l ~ $135.00) (s/h 2.45). comer. Ecru. 1. 70" round: 2347 s38.00 (Members s34.20) (s/h3.25 ). 2.52" x 70" oblong: 2344 s32.00 (Members s28.80) (s/h 3.25).3.64" x84" oblong: "---- v 2345 s38.00 (Members s34.20) (s/h 3.25).4. 64" x 102" oblong: 2346 s58.00 (Members s52.20) (s/h 3.25). 5. Set of 4 place mats, each 13" x 19": 2343 s22.00 (Members s19.80) (s/h 2.00). 6. Set of 4 matching napkins, each 17" sq.: 2342 s16.00(Members $14.40) (s/h 2.00). G. EIGHTEENTH-CENTURY WINE COASTER. George ..... £,.~~~~~:.' Washington owned the original of this silver-plated wine ,. • ) IJI).t 1 ' ' I _,."'.<' ~ :~~~~~~ ~ . • • ,, 't.~i • . i$1" ~?.---,.... .., ..· ~ - -,.-~ - ,."'4.)."":~-"·--.:······ .·.. ·~.oJv~~·-.,..tf!. ..... ~.v.~.. ..~.,JY~ . .;'· ~~--.~.. - coaster reproduced for us by the Kirk Stieff Company. A beautiful reminder of our heritage, this coaster is as lfl~~~~~,t' ••- ·<:~;{0.)'c:.')., ' '·~· · ::>~,:)< ,.··11~·-.zi ~" ~~ ,:- ' <7')\.:', (.": .•~{(qt~~t;••;>y'lo /.i1:•'!: ·.