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Himalaya Primitive
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Minimal design Ghurra with a sitting protector in its middle part , the hands are joined in the Namaste gesture. Superb black glossy patina , obvious signs of use , circa 1950 or earlier, H 27cm , wide 8.5 cm , thickness 3.5 weight 300 gr, Presented on an iron stand.
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The Kura
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An exquisite and rare tiny O-ko-date incense burner for stick incense from the Minpei kilns enclosed in a wooden box attributed to Sato Sekizen by Shohei Hozan. It is 2 inches (5 cm) tall and in fine condition, stamped on the base Sekizen.
Mimpei-yaki, is a type of pottery established in the late Edo era (circa 1830) by Mimpei Kasyu, the village headman of Igano mura, a small town in the southernmost part of Awaji island west of Osaka...
Mimpei-yaki, is a type of pottery established in the late Edo era (circa 1830) by Mimpei Kasyu, the village headman of Igano mura, a small town in the southernmost part of Awaji island west of Osaka...
From his first design period, here is a William Spratling butterfly pin with bronze markings. Hallmarks date 1940-1944.
A book-piece design shown on p. 39 of Spratling Silver: A Field Guide, this pin measures 3 1/4" x 2".
Weight is 18.8 grams.
Signed and hallmarked with the Spratling Made in Mexico Print Circle and Spratling Silver.
In fine vintage condition. Pin closes with a roller.
The Kura
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An exquisite sake cup from the Asakiri kiln of Akashi decorated with a verse and spray of bamboo enclosed in a period wooden box signed by Yamada Takeshi (descendant of Yamada Kikutaro, Edo period founder of the kiln). It is 5 cm (2 inches) diameter and in excellent condition, likely dating from the Meiji period.
Fiona Kenny Antiques
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A 9k Maori jade greenstone New Zealand bar pin circa 1900. This vintage and genuine green Maori jade bar pin has 9k yellow gold mounts, it measures 2" x 5/16"and it has the original c-clasp with brass pin. It has hand-engraved gold mounts, it is stamped 9Ct with an unidentified maker's mark under the pin at the hinge, and it weighs 4.0 grams. This item is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
Fiona Kenny Antiques
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A 10k white gold Eastern Star black onyx white sapphires and genuine gemstones ring circa 1960s. This vintage size 9 consists of an all-white gold setting holding a eound carved and shaped black onyx with a stepped style. The white gold Eastern Star insignia is set on the top platform of the onyx and it has genuine gemstones in green, red, yellow, blue and clear...
WhenDreamsComeTrue
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Superb most hand sewn one of a kind aqua silk sateen costume with matching bonnet for French or German Doll about around 19" / 20" ( 48 - 50 cm )...fit perfect for Jumeau , Steiner , FG , Bru , Edene Bebe or other pretty Doll.
Most hand sewn and never to find again such the same pretty outfit again , of aqua color antique silk sateen with short upper front and back , ornate with collar of silk and hand made lace .......
Celadon Art Gallery
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Porcelain decorated with dragon, glazed base with four character mark. PERIOD : Wanli (1563 – 1620 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 19 cm wide. CONDITION: Perfect, no chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restorations.
E & M Perez
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Measuring 6" high, and 10 3/8" wide, this is a remarkably well sculpted image of a lion, functioning as an inkwell or inkstand.
The recumbent lion has wonderful detail, and clearly portrays the regal posture of the legendary King of the Beasts.
It is on an oval base, with a shell protruding from the front with a fanciful face of another cat like creature...
Hu's Collection
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Description: A bronze censer in elegant rectangular shape was rarely inscribed with scholar hall mark. Had been polished in some way, the excellent bronze quality was therefor revealed. A 18/19 century Qing piece was from a European provenance. Dimension:8.7cm x 7.4cm x 4.8cm
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1900
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Fiona Kenny Antiques
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A Gorham sterling silver tea pot dated 1899. This 5-7/8" tall tableware serving piece is stamped with the Gorham lion/anchor/G STERLING mark with 1 1/4 PINT and it has the number 1 and the Gorham year cipher for 1899. It weighs 436 grams and it is in very good condition with no bends, corrosion or damage other than a couple of dents in the lid. It has a fancy engraved RLA (or RSA) monogram and a bit of cracking to the handle thermal spacers...
Fantasy Jewels
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Typical of the dazzling rhinestone clips by Eisenberg. This large two prong sterling fur clip has a block-letter imbedded signature.It dates from around 1945. 3" long, 2 1/8" wide.
Hu's Collection
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Description: A wood figure of a seating official was finely carved from one piece of camphor wood. Making use of the core of the wood, the wood circular growth rings were obviously revealed on the belly of the figure and were intriguingly as the grains of the wearing drapery. By excellent carving skill, the official was vividly rendered. The enduring patina added more atmosphere to this marvelous piece. Date: Qing Dynasty. Height: 23.5cm
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Very beautiful Bisque Doll from one of the best doll factory´s at the 19th. century .......
Hu's Collection
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A root wood stand was nicely shaped.
By preserving darken and warm patina on the surface, it was in perfect condition without any defects.
Date: 19th century.
Dimensions: 17.3cm x 13cm x 6.5cm
A root wood stand was nicely shaped.
By preserving darken and warm patina on the surface, it was in perfect condition without any defects.
Date: 19th century.
Dimensions: 17.3cm x 13cm x 6.5cm
Celadon Art Gallery
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Porcelain covered with green glaze to the foot, unglazed concave base. PERIOD : Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 7, 9, 9, 10 cm wide, 5.5, 6, 6, 8 cm tall. CONDITION: no chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restoration.
Gorgeous French Bisque Girl by Gaultier Freres with special large deep blue eyes enhanced by dramatic facial painting , has fine gleaming patina of complexion , original wig and body and finally very beautiful costume and bonnet.
26" ( 66 cm ) most beautiful doll with perfect bisque socket head of good quality and gorgeous large blue glass paperweight inset eyes with dramatic dark lushly painted lashes , thick dark eyeliner and incised eyeliner .
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Gideon Antiques
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This is a magnificent antique Continental porcelain lattice-handled quadrupled ajour basket that would make a show-stopping table centerpiece; having marks in the style of Meissen Marcolini period with underglaze blue crossed swords above a star and one impressed with number 877. The oval body pierced all over with trelliswork, further enhanced with cartouches and heavily encrusted with detailed applied floral decoration on raised feet modelled as white branches; Condition: Restored...
Hu's Collection
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A Li-Typed incense burner was well applied on the surface with the unique glassy glaze.
Also uniquely was the crackled condition in the glaze was immensely spread.
It was a charming characteristic that was believed being made intentionally to imitate the Guan ware of Song dynasty.
The body clay revealed amid the frettings was grayish and was in old greasy feel...
A Li-Typed incense burner was well applied on the surface with the unique glassy glaze.
Also uniquely was the crackled condition in the glaze was immensely spread.
It was a charming characteristic that was believed being made intentionally to imitate the Guan ware of Song dynasty.
The body clay revealed amid the frettings was grayish and was in old greasy feel...
One Good Eye Silver
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Early and rather rare - in all the years that I have been involved with vintage Mexican silver jewelry I have not seen another one like it - this is a bracelet with a big "wow" factor. Wide, with beautiful cut-out designs, its links are constructed in the shadow-box style which adds a dramatic sense of depth to the bracelet. Beautiful amethyst cabochons, twist-rope wire decoration and a pin closure complete the Deco marvel...
WhenDreamsComeTrue
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Very nice and special rare to find French Poupee from " Au Nain Bleu " Paris Doll Shop around 1868 ......
Hu's Collection
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A fine and nice tripod censer was applied on the surface with black glaze.
It was in decent look by well proportioned body with three supporting feet.
The feet was shaped with well-executed skill by apparently a bamboo cutter or some hard tools.
'Cause obvious scraping scars were left at the feet trunks.
The scars were also approved by a documented piece.(See last picture.)
Some similar pieces are in the documentations...
A fine and nice tripod censer was applied on the surface with black glaze.
It was in decent look by well proportioned body with three supporting feet.
The feet was shaped with well-executed skill by apparently a bamboo cutter or some hard tools.
'Cause obvious scraping scars were left at the feet trunks.
The scars were also approved by a documented piece.(See last picture.)
Some similar pieces are in the documentations...
Five Japanese Edo period woodblock prints depicting famous samurai from the series “Abridged Stories of our Country’s Swordsmanship” (Honcho kendo ryaku den) by Kuniyoshi (1797-1861) published by Kazusa-ya Iwazo circa 1845-1846...
One Good Eye Silver
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Obviously inspired by a similar Antonio design, this mod Margarita bracelet is spectacularly massive...
Stonegate Antiques
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Offered is an incredibly RARE, COMPLETE, "dexterity" game entitled, "TIP THE BELL BOY, copyright 1929 and 1930, manufactured by All-Fair Toys and Games of Churchville, New York.
This unusual and cleverly conceived game features a VERY brightly colored lithograph target in very fine, virtually unused condition, depicting "a RITZ HOTEL Bell Boy" hanging from a metal stand while balancing 3, all-original, tins cups- two on his arms and one between his feet. The metal stand, from which the bel...
One Good Eye Silver
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Matching the bracelet of the same design that is also currently available at One Good Eye Silver, a set of clip-back Margot de Taxco earrings in taupe, brown, black and white enamel. Small silver polka dots adorn the "yin and yang" motif and the colors have a warm earthiness to them. Each earring is just over 1" in diameter and the set's weight comes up to 18.5 grams. Fully hallmarked with Margot's name (albeit hidden behind on of the clips) as well as Eagle 16 assay mark. Dating in the mid-1950...
A fine, late Federal work table. Classical design four column - pedestal base with four swept legs, columns and legs with carved acanthus leaf decoration, terminating in brass paw feet on casters. Supporting a rectangular case of two graduated drawers, the case with deeply concave corners, the hinged top conforming to the case in shape. The top opening to a lined writing surface, also hinged, opening in turn with an easel support providing a canted work surface. Compartments flanking and storage...
Mimi Dee Artwear
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SOLD. 7/23/14 and 3/26/14 Reply to Canada. Thank you again for your interest, please find someone in USA to make USA Ck or United States Postal Service Money Order payment only please. Will then mail to USA address. Vintage Applied Arts Crafts Style or Modernist Sterling Silver Bezel Set Smokey Quartz Ring stamped: ORNO & a touch mark with a W, lady facing right and a 1/4 moon. Size 5.5. Smokey Quartz Gems stone is 20 mm X 15 mm. Sits on the finger at 1 X 1" and 1/2" above that! Fab vin...
Antiquarian Art Co.
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A fine Ban Chiang pottery bowl in very good condition no restorations original polychrome decorations. Measuring approx. 5 inches tall a museum quality piece.
The Kura
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Jurojin getting an earful; a humorous image by Suzuki Shonen showing the elderly god having his ear cleaned by his companion, the long lived crane. It comes enclosed in a double wooden box annotated by Konishi Fukunen (1887-1959) and bears a label from the Daimaru Department Store. Fukunen was one of Shonens most famous pupils. The ink and light color on paper image is bordered in a superb brocade mounting with solid ivory rollers. It measures 64 x 149 cm (25 x 59 inches) and is in fine cond...
Occupation era original Japanese shin hanga woodblock print titled "Heirin Temple, Nobidome" by Kawase Hasui (1883-1957) dated in the lower left margin Showa 27 (1952). The artist's black ink signature and red seal are at the lower left corner of the image. The 6mm circular seal of the publisher Watanabe (used 1946-1957) is at the lower left margin corner beneath the date. Paper size: nearly 15 3/4" x 10 1/4" (image size: 14 3/8" x 9 1/2"). Very good overall condition with very good color. The...
Art Nouveau plique a jour translucent, shaded enamel & gilt silver sugar tongs. Unmarked, but Norwegian in origin. Circa 1890-1920. Size: 5 inches in length. These fabulous tongs are fashioned in gilded silver that is formed with dramatic scrolls filled with shaded translucent enamels colored in various shades of green, blue, yellow, amethyst, and orange. The cast grips are formed like Scandinavian biting beasts. Nice condition, with no missing enamel or repairs.
Landscape painting of a Vermont village in winter by Robert Shaw Wesson (American, 1902-1967), oil on canvas board, signed lower right. Circa 1950s. Original artist's frame. Size: 18" x 24". Robert Shaw Wesson was born in Worcester, MA, and studied under Jay Hall Connaway. He is best known for his winter landscapes of New England. This is a particularly pleasing example of his art and is undoubtedly of a Vermont village.
Vintage hand wrought sterling silver "dimpled dots fertility" bracelet designed and signed circa 1940-50's by Taxco Mexico silver Maestro Hector Aguilar (1905-86). Bracelet measures 1" wide and 6 3/4" long. It weighs a hefty 109 grams, 3.8oz.
Beautiful condition. Pin closure and attached safety chain in perfect working order. Hallmarked on the reverse HA .940 TAXCO and the eagle 9. Pictured on p. 100 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill & Carole Berk and on p. 28 of SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Pe...
ANDREA FATELL
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Featured on page 25 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk, this is a fine silver and amethyst bracelet by Fred Davis,Taxco. The authors date this piece c.1930. Measuring 7 1/2" end to end, it is 1 5/8" wide and weighs 93 grams. Fine original condition. An exquisite bracelet by one of Taxco's great silvermasters.
This early 20th century ring is from the arts and crafts period. The approximately 0.20Ct old-mine diamond is bezel set in white gold and sits on top of a masterfully carved 14Kt yellow gold shank. The size of the ring is 5 ½ but it can easily be sized.
Hu's Collection
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Description: A blue and white plate was painted with vibrant dragon amid swirling cloud. As a piece from early Qing period-the Yongzheng reign, the plate was well preserved with only minor frets on the glaze of the surface. A brush pen written inscription /Jianzenghao/ was on the un-glazed body at the bottom of the plate. Date: Yongzheng period,17th century. Width: 23.6cm
WhenDreamsComeTrue
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I offer today a very special one if a kind couture silk costume with lace wire bonnet ..... most hand sewn and wonderful ornate with hand made silk cords and hand embroidery lace from the 1880 century. Would fit perfect for circa 19" ( 48 cm ) French or German doll.... Jumeau , Steiner , Bru , FG , Eden Bebe or other.....
It is in typical Jumeau like couture style of green gray silk with hand embroidery lace and silk ruffled front , small high neck and both sides in jacket s...
Galerie Hafner
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Lady's red silk satin garment with front overlap closing to the right, fastened with four knot and loop toggle buttons, slit sides. Embroidered with multicolored scattered scheme of butterflies, double gourds and flowers. Four lobed collar terminating in ruyi heads. All borders extravagantly embroidered with romance figures in a landscape setting, with gold thread couching and Peking knot. Green silk lining. Condition: incredible colors, shoulder areas worn with some fraying and splits, ground f...
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Hector Aguilar quality through and through with a heft of 21 grams and a diameter at widest point of 1.25in. The earring dangles at a length of 2in. The cut out swirl and hand chased silver is truly hypnotic. Rare find and no repairs or damage.
Antiques On Bardwell
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Gio Ponti "A Canne" vase for Venini. Designed by Gio Ponti in 1946/1947 in his first period at Venini. Flared beaker form of multicolored vertical glass canes with wavy rim. 3 line etch "venini murano ITALIA" to base. This spectacular vase stands 6 3/4 inches (17 cm) tall and is 5 1/2 inches (14 cm) in diameter at the rim. No chips, cracks or repairs. Circa 1948.
Chinese bronze tripod ding censor with two upright arched loop handles at the rim. A geometric band encircles the rounded body. A comparison with porcelain forms suggests a dating of S. Song to Yuan dynasty for this vessel. 5 1/8"H x 3 3/4" diameter. There are original casting flaws on the legs and a slight dent in the body (see enlargement 6). This piece is from a Tucson, Arizona estate.
Antiquarian Art Co.
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Engravings of annual jousting contest on river Seine in Paris by Jacques Callot in 1630. On the left, the Nesles tower. On the right, the Louvre and the tour du Bois. Etching Dimensions: unframed: 6 1/2 x 13 3/8" (16.51 x 33.97 cm.)
A beautifully detailed lace inspired vintage 14Kt white gold filigree ring, with a hexagonal top, which is centered by an approximately 0.20Ct old-miner diamond. The diamond has I color and SI2 clarity.
The Kura
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A white pidgeon perches on a discarded or fallen roof tile decorated with calligraphy by Miyanaga Tozan enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It is 9 inches (23 cm) tall and in excellent condition. I believe this is likely by the second generation.
Miyanaga Tozan I (1868-1941) is one of the most important names in Kyoto ceramics. He was born in Ishikawa prefecture, and graduated from the (now) Tokyo University of Art. While a government employee, he represented Japan at Arts Expos...
Miyanaga Tozan I (1868-1941) is one of the most important names in Kyoto ceramics. He was born in Ishikawa prefecture, and graduated from the (now) Tokyo University of Art. While a government employee, he represented Japan at Arts Expos...
Fiona Kenny Antiques
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A 10k blue spinel yellow gold ring from the 1940s. This size 6-1/4 ring features a claw-set faceted 5/16" across blue spinel (approx. 1.4 carats by gauge) and this ring weighs 2.0 grams. It is stamped ANE 10K and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Expedited tracked...
WhenDreamsComeTrue
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Very beautiful 17" ( 43 cm ) French Poupee with with expressive features , choice bisque and painting , wonderful and very rare to find body style and exquisite wearing like enfantin style .
All around on marvelous French Poupee in all perfect condition and special body style ......
She has best quality of bisque and painting pressed swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate. Different facial with beautiful deep blue glass enamel inset eyes with finest painting of lo...
Vintage 'Old Salt' fisherman cast iron doorstop in original paint with yellow oil skin foul weather jacket. Early 20th century. Size: 7 inches ht. Some chipping to paint.
Kokeshi, wooden folk toy of NE Japan. Height: 24". This is an example of kokeshi made at Akiu Onsen (Akiu Hot Spring) in Miyagi Prefecture. It is one of the older kokeshi-making sites in Tohoku (NE Japan.) It is a large doll, standing 2 feet high! The artisan was Satou Noboru, who was born on June 10th, 1932 (Showa 17.) It is not dated, but was most likely made in the late 1970's. For a brief story on "dentou" (traditional) kokeshi, please see our weblog, which can be accessed through our Trocad...
Galerie Hafner
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Tibetan butterfly-shaped woolen under-saddle rug "Makden", made in two pieces in knotted pile. Backed with purple cotton, edged with red wool fabric and having two not pierced strap holes. Decorated with peony flowers and waves. Condition: clean, full pile only few areas with little wear, backing with a small hole. Dimension: 112 cm x 72 cm.
Japanese Yokohama woodblock print triptych illustrating the interior of an American steamship by Utagawa Yoshikazu (flourished 1850-1870) published by Maruya Jinpachi in 1861. In this design, the artist utilizes the traditional Japanese convention of “roofless architecture” which allows the contents of the ship to be visible. Inside, westerners are seated at a long table having a dinner party. The assembled size is 14 5/8"V x 29 1/4"H (each panel is about 14 5/8"V x 10"H). Good overall c...
Chinese Blue & White Porcelain Covered Box - Kangxi (Ex.Christie's)
This fine quality blue & white porcelain covered box was made during the Kangxi reign (1662 - 1722) of the Qing Dynasty. Both cover and box are attractively decorated with floral patterns in underglaze blue of good colour.
It is large example of its type with a diameter of 10.25 cm (4 inches). This box has been excavated from a shipwreck. It was sold at Christie's auction house, London, in February 2000. It is in good c...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1920
item #287743
(stock #T 757)
Mimi Dee Artwear
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SOLD - SOLD c 1910 Interesting hand made sterling ring with hand applied silver and 4 late Victorian color reddish Gold chased leaves, simply marked sterling. Some would say that those leaf motives look much like the ones Bernard Instone favored. The 23 x 13mm bezel set amethyst glass has a wonderful frosted satin table, while the back has soft facets and mold lines.
To remind the visitor that the Newbury Street Boston Society of Arts & Crafts was established in 1887, fostering many silve...
To remind the visitor that the Newbury Street Boston Society of Arts & Crafts was established in 1887, fostering many silve...
Coins and Antiques Gallery
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Chinese Famille verte enameled porcelain vase, decorated with dragon and phoenix design in frames surrounded by floral decoration, from late 19th/ early 20th century period, Chinese six characters seal mark to the base. Size; Height of vase is 13 inches, in good condition.
Stonegate Antiques
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A very difficult to find Tin, Black Man dancing toy!
In very fine condition, with faint, superficial scratches expected of a 70+ year old metal toy, this wonderful Tuxedoed Dancing Black Man is in working condition! He is stamped "Made in USA" on his back and was made by Buffalo Toy Works. It is operated via a small metal lever at the base that can be jiggled (thus, the name "Jigger" Toy) up and down and back and forth to make Dancing Sambo wave his arms and jiggle his legs!
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Fine Chinese enameled porcelain plate, decorated with pheasant in landscape and surrounded by bats in flight, late 19th/early 20th century period, base bears two blue rings. Size; Diameter of plate is 9.5 inches. Condition Report; No condition concerns.
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Valentin Vidaurreta was a designer during the Spratling era and many collectors believe the very best of all. His work as in this treasure is stunning. Pieces signed by him are so rare as he was not in Taxco a great deal of time in his life. Much of his work was brought to fruition in Hector Aguilar's shop, hence the eagle 9 stamped on this necklace. There is 17 inches of wearable length and a bit over 1 in. tall. The weight is a heavy 124 grams. The condition is without a flaw or any damage. P...
This elegant, jewel encrusted hand mirror was designed c. 1950's by Mexico City aritist Matilde Poulat. The mirror measures 6" x 3". The outer edge of the glass is beveled. The surrounding frame is inlaid with pyramid cut amethysts and turquoise stones set into channels all in beautiful condition. Matl's attention to detail is evident in this piece just as we see in her intricate jewelry. Fully hallmarked for Matl with assay eagle 129. Matl designs are included in many museum collections incl...
Japanese tabako-ire (tobacco pouch) decorated with an embroidered dragon chasing a flaming pearl. The dragon's body extends around the front and back of the pouch. The fierce head with open jaw is located on the front above the silver alloy dragon-form kanemono (clasp). An ivory accent adorns one of the two interior compartments. A circular ivory and repousse metal dragon kagamibuta netsuke is attached by 10 strands of metal chains secured by a dragon decorated squared silver guard. These h...
R and S Antiques
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A Pairpoint Bubbleball Glass Inkstand. It has a Silverplate Base Marked Pairpoint and with Controlled Bubbles in the Glass Inkwell. There is a monogram (GEC?) on the stand. Circa 1880-1890 and in excellent condition.