Signed & dated 1928 Watercolor on Silk by R.C. Matsuyama of “Tulips in a Vase”. R.C. Matsuyama was born in Japan 1880 and died in Holborn, London in 1954.

A watercolor enclosed by decorative watercolor border, body color, and gold border. John Ruskin championed Goodwin & took him on a tour of Europe, including Tuscany 1872-1880, likely the genesis of this work.

Late 19th century watercolor by F.J. Aldridge “The Double Locks, Exeter Canal”. Frederick James Aldridge, 1850-1938. Signed lower right “F.J. Aldridge”.

Mid-late 19th century Watercolor by H.B. Brabazon “Flowers in a Vase”. This is a rare & important still life by Brabazon, displaying his ethereal technique to greater advantage than the customary travel scenes from his fascinating life.

A 1562 map of Toscana Nuova Tavola by Girolamo Ruscelli. Tuscany is the heart of Italy & birthplace of the Italian language.

Brought back by the current owner’s great aunt on a visit after the discovery in 1922 of King Tut’s tomb.

Late 18th century print “Temple Herastyle Périptère de Pestum”, French.

Each signed & dated lower right E. Booty, 1859. The arches define each, as do the people & activities – a Middle Eastern city scene & a Dutch city scene.

Late 18th century signed and framed scroll painting on silk by Maruyama Okyo.

Coffee table tray featuring the Goddess of Dawn with her chariot and winged horses with faux bamboo legs.