A genuine reishi cluster of mushrooms dried and preserved in perfect condition. This is an exquisite form, the dark trunks meandering up to wide blossoming heads. It is 13 inches (33 cm) long.
Classic early Deco Mexican silver repousse bracelet, its two hinged parts consisting of several rows of repousse semi-spheres dotted with bezel-set amethyst cabochons. This is an iconic design and it comes in several widths - the rarity in the example presented here is that in addition to the small stones, there is a series of three big amethysts applied on the vertical that dissects the front "wing" in two...
Very beautiful all complete hand sewn three piece winter outfit for a small size French or German Doll.... for around 8" or 9" ( 20-22 cm )
Three piece costume... coat , hat and muff of pretty light blue soft wool , ornate with tiny trim , hand made button and nice silk ribbon decoration.
The coat and the hat are inside fine lined with light blue silk ...
Most beautiful all original antique three piece poupee outfit like on Enfantin style skirt with blouse and straw hat.
From France circa 1865/70 in very good condition and it look´s like on pretty Garden outfit for one of your early fashion doll´s.
All complete hand sewn , with wonderful muslin blouse with long sleeves , to close at back side .
The sleeveless over gown has rounded neckline , tiny pleated around the waist and would close at back with tiny buttons and hand ...
Striking sterling silver azur malachite or chrysocolla "North Star" necklace designed & signed circa 1949 by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The pendant measures 2 1/4" X 2 1/4". The elongated link chain measures 15" or 19 1/2" long as there is a 4 1/2" extension included. Weight 66 grams, 2.3 oz. Beautiful condition. Fully hallmarked WS 925 eagle 30. This design is pictured on p. 63 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill and Carole Berk...
These beautifully designed, Mexican earrings are signed CEL and date to pre 1948. With a height of 2in. tall they display a commanding presence. The weight is 18 grams. Collector quality.
The Matl double birds "looking back" earrings are one of the most endearing designs by Matilde Poulat. These are hallmarked with one of her earliest signatures. They measure 1 7/8th inches long including the dangles. The weight is 20 grams heavy. There is a warm natural patina to the silver. A superb treasure.
This rare geometric 970 sterling silver & moonstone bracelet was designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist artist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). Bracelet measures 5/8" wide and up to 7 wearable inches long. It weighs 71 grams, 2.5 oz. Ingenious in design, 10 bezel set moonstones appear to float between the 10 curved silver panels. The flawless opaque stones reflect shades of pale blue depending on the light. Bracelet is in exquisite condition with no issues...
Early Deco Peruzzi Italian 800 silver and carnelian necklace, this is a regal piece, crisply cast and boasting a wonderful combination of motifs. The stones are semi-translucent and rich in color and the double chain with its floral links adds a luxurious feel to it. The necklace is 17 1/2" long (it might even feel a little longer because of the upper curve in the central medallion) with the medallion itself being 2 3/4" wide by 3" tall (at the center, including the dangle)...
This striking pin is composed of 2 beautifully engraved silver circles intertwined with an oval, and set with ovals of agate of various colors. Agates have been used in jewelry going back into antiquity. They were thought to ward off storms and headaches, attract strength, and to affect dreaming. Queen Victoria became enamored of Scotland during her reign, so everything Scottish became popular during that period (except, perhaps, haggis!), especially post 1848 when she bought Balmoral Castle...
Large Chinese late Qing Guangxu period cylindrical form censer decorated in underglaze blue against a white porcelain ground with a faint blue-green tint with a pair of four-clawed dragons chasing a flaming pearl above waves. The interior is glazed while the base is unglazed. 7 1/2" high x 8" diameter. Late 19th to early 20th century. Very good overall condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. There is a small amount of staining to the interior.
Circular wooden box with fitted interior. The cover inlaid in mother-of-pearl with ducks swimming in a lotus pond and auspicious symbols. The exterior walls with flowers and Chinese characters. Condition: separating age cracks, few inlays lost, cover with an old rim loss, interior warped. Dimension: diameter 24.3 cm, 11.2 cm high.
One of the most beautiful character face model of Paris Bebe created by Jumeau what I have even seen in the last years !!!
So pretty example of the rare Bebe with very deep face modeling , superb quality of creamy bisque and painting , original body and wearing very beautiful with antique silk costume !!
22,5" ( 57 cm ) rare Bebe with bisque socket head with wonderful large blue glass paperweight inset eyes ...
This pretty doll is on very rare found , has wonderful bisque and painting and superb and elegant modeled bisque hands and feet .
This rare doll has on all perfect pale bisque head by Barrois with wonderful all perfect articulated Parisian poupee body by Julien Ernest Pannier ( nickname Leon Pannier) .......
A scarce WMF boy with snail pewter card tray circa 1900. This original period Art Nouveau oval calling card salver measures 11" x 5-3/8". it was made in Germany by WMF. WMF is the short form in current company use by the highly regarded German metal manufacturer Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik which began in 1853 in Geislingen an der Steige. This tray has the 210 embossed pattern number and WMFB 0X under the boy's hair on the back...
A lacquered wood manuscript cover with the rectangular panel carved with scrolling foliate tendrils with a carved vase in the center.
Age: 18th Century. Size: L. 37cm. H.14cm.
Condition: Normal ageing with and old chip on the left edge and age crack on the right side.
H 22.5cm
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H 25 cm
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