Antiques

Pieces marked “L.&F. Moreau” are made of spelter, which is less expensive than bronze. The JB Hirsch Co. was founded in New York City in 1907 and imported bronzes from French foundries. After World War I, it bought molds from several European foundries and made the sculptures in the United States. Some European foundries broke up their molds during World War II and hid them so they wouldn’t fall into enemy hands. JB Hirsch bought some of the broken molds from French factories after the war and reassembled the pieces. Sculptures made from the molds are known as exemplaires (French for “copies”) rather than reproductions since they were made from the original molds. JB Hirsch made “Collection Francaise” pieces from the 1950s through the 1980s. Many pairs of lamps were made. Some have sold for $100 to $200, though online sites often ask much higher prices.

TIP: Wear your old jewelry, especially the pieces that look old. You will be surprised how many will ask about it.

Terry Kovel and Kim Kovel answer readers’ questions sent to the column. Send a letter with one question describing the size, material (glass, pottery) and what you know about the item. Include only two pictures, the object and a closeup of any marks or damage. Be sure your name and return address are included. Questions that are answered will appear in Kovels Publications. Write to Kovels, The Republican, King Features Syndicate, 628 Virginia Dr., Orlando, FL 32803 or email us at collectorsgallery@kovels.com.

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Donna M. Davis, Mary E. Moriarty and Kenneth J. Moriarty to Mary Foley, 80 Brush Hill Ave., Unit 9, $130,000.

Pinkos Family Realty Trust, trustee of, Starr Pinkos, trustee, Laura Rivers, trustee, and Lynn Roberts, trustee, to Laurie Mae Phillips and