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Motley Dawn Antiques, Austin, TX (2026)

08/03/2026

🕯️🦋 Motley Dawn Antiques… 🦋🕯️
Where forgotten treasures greet a new dawn.

✨A lavish little echo from another age, this beautifully signed Coro bracelet curls around the wrist in a procession of gilded scrolls, sculpted leaves, creamy faux pearls, and glimmering clear rhinestones.

✨Its richly textured gold-tone links carry the unmistakable romance of Rococo Revival design—ornate, theatrical, and wonderfully feminine. Each articulated panel is shaped with sweeping curves and feathered flourishes, creating the appearance of antique architectural ornament brought to life in jewelry form. Nestled among the golden scrollwork are luminous faux pearls and delicate rhinestones that catch the light like tiny sparks from a candlelit ballroom.

✨Believed to date from approximately the late 1940s to early 1950s, this bracelet reflects the dramatic historical-revival styling found in some of Coro’s earlier mid-century designs. Because an exact catalog match has not yet been located, the dating is offered as an informed estimate rather than a definitive factory date.

✨The bracelet is finished with a secure fold-over clasp and its original safety chain, adding both beauty and reassurance when worn.

✨ Details✨
• Signed Coro
• Late 1940s to early 1950s estimate
• Rococo Revival–inspired design
• Sculpted and textured gold-tone metal
• Creamy faux pearl accents
• Clear rhinestones
• Articulated link construction
• Fold-over clasp
• Original safety chain
• Approximately 7¼ to 7½ inches long
• Approximately 1 inch wide at its fullest point

🌿 Condition

✨Beautiful vintage condition overall. All faux pearls are present, the bracelet remains structurally sound, and both the clasp and safety chain function properly. There is one small clear rhinestone missing, along with gentle age-related wear consistent with a treasured vintage piece. The missing stone blends quietly into the elaborate design and does not diminish the bracelet’s grand visual presence. Please review all photographs closely, as they form an important part of the description.

✨This is not merely a bracelet—it is a miniature piece of gilded ornament, shaped like the curling edge of an antique mirror or the flourish above a palace doorway. Romantic, dramatic, and filled with old-world character, it waits for the collector who still believes jewelry should tell a story.

✨Its richly textured gold-tone links carry the unmistakable romance of Rococo Revival design—ornate, theatrical, and wonderfully feminine. Nestled among the golden scrollwork are luminous faux pearls and delicate rhinestones that catch the light like tiny sparks from a candlelit ballroom.

07/30/2026

✨💛From Motley Dawn Antiques where forgotten treasures greet a new Dawn💛✨

A quietly elegant vintage pottery pairing in warm butter-yellow and pure luminous white, this petite pitcher and companion bud vase feel as though they’ve shared the same sunny windowsill for decades.

Each piece carries a soft, balanced silhouette shaped for the hand as much as the eye. The rounded yellow pitcher pours with gentle confidence, its curved handle and flowing lip giving it a graceful presence beyond its size. Beside it, the small white bud vase rises in a simple sculptural form—clean, serene, and timeless—its subtle glaze crazing catching light like fine porcelain snow.

Together, they create a harmonious composition that feels intentional and quietly refined. Sets like this were often kept close at hand in mid-century kitchens—ready for cream at breakfast, a single wildflower stem, or a small arrangement gathered from the garden.

Unbranded vintage pottery of this quality is especially loved for its warmth, versatility, and honest craftsmanship—valued not for a factory name, but for the way it lives beautifully in a home.

✨💛Perfect for:💛✨
• cottagecore and farmhouse interiors

• shelf or windowsill styling

• bedside wildflowers

• breakfast tray accents

• collector displays of mid-century utility pottery

• thoughtful gift giving

✨💛Condition:💛✨
Both pieces remain in lovely vintage condition with gentle, age-appropriate wear.

The white vase shows delicate glaze crazing consistent with authentic vintage ceramics.
No chips or cracks observed. Bases show expected shelf presence from years of careful use. Please review photos as part of the description.

Approximate height:
Pitcher: about 3½ inches
Bud vase: about 3 inches

A graceful little pairing with quiet presence—simple, sculptural, and unmistakably vintage in spirit. Pieces like this don’t shout for attention; they soften a space the moment they arrive. ✨🌼

Each piece carries a soft, balanced silhouette shaped for the hand as much as the eye. Together, they create a harmonious composition that feels intentional and quietly refined. • collector displays of mid-century utility pottery.

07/30/2026

There’s something timeless about a clear glass serving plate like this one.

Light gathers in the sunburst center and spills outward through a ring of raised hobnails, catching every ripple of the scalloped edge as if it were meant for afternoon windows and slow conversations.

This vintage handled cake plate measures approximately 11 1/2 inches across and features three graceful feet for easy serving & balancing. The pressed glass pattern reflects mid-century American entertaining style—simple, elegant, and quietly luminous on any table.

Perfect for:
• cakes and pastries
• strawberries or tea sandwiches
• holiday cookies
• vanity or dresser display
• cottagecore and farmhouse settings

Clear glass pairs beautifully with everything from linen tablecloths to marble counters and antique china collections.

Condition:
Clean and bright with no chips noted along the rim or handles. Light surface wear consistent with age.

A lovely heirloom-style serving piece that feels just as at home today as it did decades ago.

Light surface wear consistent with age. Clear glass pairs beautifully with everything from linen tablecloths to marble counters and antique china collections. Perfect for.

07/30/2026

He stands small but steady, like a quiet companion waiting beside an old kitchen doorway.

Glazed in warm mottled reds that deepen like autumn leaves after rain, this mid-century studio pup carries the unmistakable character of hand-finished kiln work. No two are ever quite alike—and that is exactly where his charm lives.

His rounded paws remain softly unglazed beneath, a gentle reminder of the firing shelf where he first met the heat that gave him form decades ago. A humble little guardian of shelves, desks, or bedside corners, he feels less like decoration and more like presence.

A sweet survivor from the era when ceramics were made slowly, locally, and with intention.

Small enough for a corner shelf, but full of the kind of presence that makes a house feel remembered.

He’s been waiting a long time for someone to notice him—maybe that someone is you.

Glazed in warm mottled reds that deepen like autumn leaves after rain, this mid-century studio pup carries the unmistakable character of hand-finished kiln work. No two are ever quite alike—and that is exactly where his charm lives.

07/28/2026

✨💖There is a particular kind of sparkle found only in the American Brilliant Period—a clarity shaped by hand, by wheel, and by intention. This pedestal table creamer is one of those pieces.

Standing approximately 5½ inches tall, it carries a commanding presence uncommon among individual creamers and speaks instead to formal tray service, where matched sets once rested beside linen and silver in softly lit dining rooms at the turn of the century.

At its center glows a 16-point hobstar framed by a halo of cross-cut brilliance, a hallmark of structured presentation cutting from the late Brilliant Period (circa 1890–1905). Opposite the geometric panel, a wheel-engraved floral motif softens the light with satin contrast—evidence of secondary finishing work beyond standard shop cutting.

The pedestal base reveals a carefully executed interior star, while the rim and handle spine are finished with delicate thumbprint edging, subtle refinements rarely added to everyday service pieces.

Together these details create a balanced composition of geometry and engraving typical of higher-grade table creamers produced during the height of American cut crystal craftsmanship.

Though unsigned—as many fine service pieces of the era were—the cutting style closely reflects workshop traditions associated with premier Brilliant Period houses such as Libbey Glass Company and Hawkes Company.

This creamer would originally have accompanied a covered sugar bowl as part of a formal service set. Today it stands beautifully on its own as a cabinet display piece, centerpiece accent, or continuation of an antique tray collection waiting to be reunited.

A luminous survivor of the American Brilliant Period—still catching light the way it did more than a century ago.

✨Details:
American Brilliant Period cut crystal
Circa 1890–1905

Table-size pedestal creamer

16-point hobstar with halo framing

Wheel-cut floral panel

Thumbprint rim edging

Interior base star

Height: approx. 5½ inches

Width including handle: approx. 4½ inches

Condition: clean, bright cutting with strong clarity and no visible structural damage noted

🌟From a Texas antique lineage shaped by decades of hands-on collecting, continuing the tradition of pieces once chosen for their craftsmanship, presence, and ability to hold light.

16-point hobstar with halo framing. Circa 1890–1905. Wheel-cut floral panel.

07/28/2026

🦋✨ Motley Dawn Antiques proudly presents…

✨💙A midnight-blue circle of sparkle, wrapped in warm golden light.💙✨

This striking vintage Catamore brooch features a sweeping open-circle design adorned with vivid sapphire-blue faceted rhinestones and graceful sculptural leaves. The rich blue stones glow beautifully against the gold-filled setting, giving the piece a refined mid-century elegance that feels both timeless and wonderfully dramatic.

The reverse is signed CATAMORE and marked 1/20 12K G.F., confirming its quality gold-filled construction. Measuring approximately 1 1/4 inches across, it is petite enough for a lapel, scarf, dress, or collection display, yet bold enough to catch the light from across the room.

The brooch retains its original pin stem and safety clasp. Gentle age-related wear and patina may be present, adding to the authentic character of this vintage treasure. The stones have not been professionally tested and are described as sapphire-blue rhinestones.

✨💙 Details

Maker: Catamore

Marking: CATAMORE 1/20 12K G.F.

Era: Mid-century vintage

Design: Open circle with sculptural ribbon motif

Stones: Sapphire-blue faceted rhinestones

Measurement: Approximately 1 1/4 inches across

Closure: Pin stem with safety clasp

✨💙 A beautiful little constellation from another era—waiting to shine once more.

🕯️📚🦋 Motley Dawn Antiques
Where forgotten treasures greet a new dawn.

The reverse is signed CATAMORE and marked 1/20 12K G.F., confirming its quality gold-filled construction. Maker: Catamore. Marking: CATAMORE 1/20 12K G.F. The brooch retains its original pin stem and safety clasp.

07/25/2026

🦋 From the shelves of Motley Dawn Antiques, where forgotten treasures greet a new dawn… 🕯️📚

A little mid-century mischief, served with a wink. 🥂✨

This charming Bernad Creations enameled copper cocktail tray features the wonderfully dry humor of celebrated cartoonist Sam Cobean. Set against a lively lime-green enamel ground, a playful vintage scene unfolds beneath the cheeky caption:

“I don’t drink, but I don’t mind those that do.” 🍸😉

Measuring approximately 4 inches across, this petite treasure is just the right size for a cocktail glass, jewelry, coins, keys, or a place of honor in a collection of vintage barware, cartoon art, or mid-century curiosities. The reverse is crafted in warm copper and bears the Bernad maker’s mark. 🔍🧡

This piece carries honest vintage character, including age-related patina, surface wear, light scratches, and small signs of use consistent with its history. These time-earned details have been left intact, allowing the copper to keep the soft, storied glow that only decades can create. Please review all photographs closely, as they are an important part of the description. 📸🍂

A rare little meeting of copper, color, and comic wit—perfect for the collector who prefers their antiques with personality, laughter, and just a touch of trouble. 🥂🦋✨

This vintage plate is a unique piece of art that will add a touch of personality to any room. The lemon yellow enamel on copper plate is beautifully crafted and features a hilarious illustration of cartoon characters. The plate is signed by Cobean and stamped by Bernad, making it a limited edition i...

07/22/2026

🌿 Motley Dawn Antiques 🌿

✨💛Some treasures don't simply decorate a room—they tell a story and leave a smile behind.

This delightful vintage Bernard enameled copper plate showcases the unmistakable wit of celebrated American cartoonist Sam Cobean (1913–1951). Finished in a luminous chartreuse enamel, this 5-inch decorative plate features the humorous caption:

"There Must Be Some Attractive Men Here!"

Cobean became one of America's most beloved humorists during the 1940s and early 1950s, creating memorable cartoons for The New Yorker, where his sophisticated observations of everyday life earned him national recognition. His work also appeared in other leading publications of the era, and his celebrated cartoon collections, Cobean's Naked Eye (1950) and the posthumously published The Cartoons of Cobean (1952), introduced his clever humor to readers around the world.

This Bernard copper plate beautifully captures the glamorous cocktail-party spirit of mid-century America. The vibrant chartreuse enamel, warm copper construction, and timeless humor make it equally at home displayed in a vintage kitchen, on a bar cart, in a gallery wall collection, or among Mid-Century Modern décor.

Details:
✨💛Vintage Bernard enameled copper plate
✨💛Artwork by renowned cartoonist Sam Cobean
✨💛Vibrant chartreuse enamel finish
✨💛Solid copper construction
✨💛Approximately 5 inches in diameter
✨💛Original humorous caption: "There Must Be Some Attractive Men Here!"

Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear and patina consistent with its history. Please examine all photographs carefully as they are part of the description.

✨💛Thank you for visiting Motley Dawn Antiques, where every vintage treasure carries a story, every patina whispers of another era, and all old things become new again. 🌿🦋

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07/21/2026

✨⚓💜Motley Dawn Antiques - Where every heirloom finds a heart.💜⚓✨

⚓An elegant vintage milk glass pedestal compote by Hoosier Glass,
pressed in a classic grape and leaf pattern that reflects the enduring
language of American tableware design from the mid-twentieth century.

⚓The bowl’s softly faceted octagonal form rises from a finely stippled
pedestal base, giving the piece a sculptural balance of light and shadow.

⚓In gentle illumination, the milk glass surface reveals its quiet depth
and satin glow—an effect long admired by collectors of traditional pressed glass.

⚓The underside bears the molded Anchor over an“H” maker’s mark, confirming
its origin with one of America's most respected historic glasshouses, Anchor Hocking.

⚓Whether displayed among books and silver, used for sugared fruit or wrapped
confections, or placed as a solitary accent on a cabinet shelf, the piece
carries the calm presence of an object meant to remain.

⚓*Approx. 6–7 inches wide
⚓*Approx. 5–6 inches tall
⚓*Marked base
⚓*Very good vintage condition with light, expected signs of age

⚓A timeless example of Anchor Hocking milk glass—subtle, architectural, and quietly collectible.

✨💜Motley Dawn Antiques - Where every heirloom finds a heart. pedestal base, giving the piece a sculptural balance of light and shadow. pressed in a classic grape and leaf pattern that reflects the enduring.

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