New England Hepplewhite period one-drawer stand in strong tiger maple. Circa 1790-1800. Solid tiger maple with single board top, old eagle brass pulls, delicately tapered square legs. Size: 26 inches ht. x 19 1/2 inches wide x 17 1/2 inches wide. Refinished condition.
An antique Guardian mask used to ward off evil hand carved from a rough slab of hardwood. It is 14-1/2 inches (37 cm) tall and in fine condition. Usually hung under the eaves of a house, it shows weathering typical of age. Late 19th to early 20th century.
An Eiichi Kotozuka Evening Snow At Kiyamachi 1950s framed woodblock Japanese print. This large Oban size print is by Kotozuka (1906-1979) and it has a sight size of 15-1/4 x 10-1/4". It has been matted and framed with a black painted bamboo style 23 x 18-1/4" frame with the print affixed to the mat. The print itself may be 1/4" larger on all sides due to the mat...
She has a special gorgeous face with splendid enamel threaded blue eyes and light-coloured bisque from best quality of the early Bebe´s by Maison Jumeau !!
Produced only over two years by Emile Jumeau circa 1880 , has rare engraved DEPOSE mark and very beautiful face expression with excellent painting of an early Bebe by Jumeau. Original body and with her superb clothing is she ready to display ........
Very beautiful and very rare to find at this time original antique Huret or Rohmer dress of two piece ......... all original hand sewn and beautiful ornate with red soutache trim , has generally excellent condition to age about circa 1855 / 60 !!
This beautiful gown will fit your Huret or Rohmer poupee , it´s complete hand sewn of dark white pique and special beautiful ornate with red soutache trim ...
An special beautiful and rare to find all original wooden toilette cabinet was described as " Armoire Anglaise " in various Etrennes catalog at France from 19th. century and similar of this cabinet´s was sold by ~~ Au Nain Bleu ~~ and other luxury Doll Shop in Paris.
The 16" ( 41 cm ) high wooden cabinet has lovely hand carved decoration with fine details with two doors ...
Pretty French bisque Poupee .... France circa 1870 / 75 ....with beautiful complete expression and lovely face .
Has lovely bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate , beautiful light blue glass enamel inset eyes with dark outer rim. Dark eyeliner and finest painting of long lashes and feathered brows. She has beautiful deep modeling of closed mouth with pale accented lips and full cheeks...
Los Castillo design #732 is properly signed with the old linear hallmark. The diameter is 2.5 in. and the height is 1 1/8th inches. The bracelet can be sized by a professional jeweler as the gap is 1inch. The sweeping links that flow in one direction are deeply hand chased with repousse balls. There is glare and patina in the photos. The weight is 80 greams of quality workmanship. With no dents,repairs or damage this rare cuff is collector quality.
Any La Estrella is a true jewel. Sadly, the Taller was only in Taxco for under two years where they produced original work that was of the highest quality. The pectoral is 4.5in. across and 4in. high. The weight is 90 grams of quality repousse. The wearable length is 17.5 inches. No flaws, repairs or damage of any kind. Collector quality, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
An incredible work of florals on gold signed on the base Kutani Kaburagi Sei showing the very best of that regions pottery dating from the Meiji to Taisho period, when quality and craftsmanship was at its peak. It is 9 inches (23 cm) diameter, 13 inches (33 c) tall and in overall fine condition. There is a small tori-ashi (birds foot) glaze crack in the bottom but does not leak, and is only visible on the outside bottom.
Very beautiful and early Fred Davis sterling and Rhodonite ring. This same ring, with an amethyst stone, is featured on page 27 of the 4th edition of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date it c. 1930. The face of the ring measures 1" wide and 3/4" long and it is a size 6. Weighing 14 grams, it is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stone. Signed as shown. A great addition to a Mexican Silver collection.
I am offering a rare amethyst Antonio Pineda bracelet. It is trapezoidal in shape with straight barrels and no chips or cracks to the stones. The stones range from dark purple to some stones with lighter swirls. It is properly hallmarked as shown and displays a light patina. I have tried to show the bracelet in different light for the best viewing of all links. Pineda used 970 silver content for his work giving it a whiter look as it has a low alloy content...
Spectacular design and execution in this sterling and saw tooth bezel set coral ring by Santo Domingo silversmith Julian Lovato. He began working in 1938 and was a silversmith for Frank Patania Sr. in the Thunderbird Shop. This ring was made during his time there as it has his own signature as well as the Patania Thunderbird Shop mark. Julian Lovato has been the winner of numerous awards for his fine creations. This ring is a size 7 1/4 and the face measures 1/2" long and 7/8" wide...
An exquisite vessel by Seifu Yohei IV decorated in slight relief under pale green glaze. It is 8-1/4 inches (21 cm) tall and in excellent condition.
Seifū Yohei IV (Seizan: 1872-1946), the second son of Seifū Yohei III (1851-1914). He studied literati-style painting under Tanomura Shōsai (1845-1909), a son of Tanomura Chokunyū, in Osaka for three years. In 1914, he succeeded to the head of the family and produced works mostly in his father’s style...
Strong in concept & design this awesome bracelet was created & signed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). 1 1/8" tall with an interior wearable length of 7" this piece weighs a hefty 126 grams. The six large, hand carved obsidian stones catch the light beautifully, emitting a deep, subtle glow from within as the wrist moves. Both the stones & silver are in pristine condition. The slide in clasp & safety chain are tight & secure.
Antique Chinese brush washer in a GE glaze. Glazed on the inside and base with the base rim left unglazed. No markings.
Size: Approximately 11-1/2 cm diameter and 3-1/2 cm high
Condition: Hairline crack on base which continues up the side (please refer to pictures - it is not noticeable on the side)
Age: 18th century Qianlong period
A Chinese copper red underglaze and incised dragon box and cover with two five-clawed dragons surrounding the base with lotus pods. The top with one five -clawed dragon. The base with six character Xuande mark in underglaze blue surrounded by double blue circles. The glazed on the base with a bluish tint.
Size: Approximately Height: 5.5 inches, Width: 10 inches
Condition: Good condition.
Age: Republic or earlier
White wisteria (fuji in Japanese) drape from the gilded rim of this Kutani vase signed from the pre-eminent Kaburaki (Kaburagi) studio dating from the opening of the 20th century. The imagery is exquisitely performed with over-glaze enamels on a pastel gray ground. The vase is large at 13 inches (33.5 cm) tall, 8-1/2 inches (22 cm) diameter and is in excellent condition, with some wear to the gold rim.
A pale celadon jade pendant, carved and pierced with a parrot perched on a flowering prunus branch, besides a rock. With matching wooden base. Condition: fine. Dimension: pendant: c. 6.1 cm high x 3.9 cm wide x 0.35 cm thick, height with stand c. 10.5 cm.
Retro design is present in this simple yet elegant amethyst ring set in 14Kt yellow gold. The 18 X 13 millimeter faceted emerald cut amethyst weighs approximately 10Ct. The shank has a scroll like design on either side of the amethyst. The ring is a size 6 and can easily be sized.
William Spratling signed chain necklace is an early first phase masterpiece design. The proper hallmarks are shown on 2 photos as it is marked on the hook of the chain. The necklace fits right in between the 1 inch mark and has a 7mm thickness. This beauty is fluid in it's motion and lays like a dream. It has a wearable length of 17.75in. The weight is 361 grams of almost pure silver which shows up as a very white silver. The ridge down the center of the chain adds great depth and dimension...
A very beautiful French Jumeau BeBe called " Bebe Reclame " special offered around 1888 / 90 at one of the Paris Department Stores Samaritaine , Printems , Au Bon Marche and other very popular stores as well !
This specila doll is the pretty standard " Tete" model but with acid-etched mark from the head , she is 15,5 " ( 39 cm ) and has lovely pale bisque socket head of fine and best quality of bisque and painting , with wonderful large amber brown paperweight inset eyes .
This 14Kt yellow gold Fleur De Lis watch pin that measures 1 ¼” tall and 1” wide is from the 1960-s. It is a broach that has a hook in the back, originally for a small watch which can accommodate a nice pendant as well. It is a very well priced beauty in great condition.Laissez les bon temps rouller.
Each earring is centered by a bezel set old-mine diamond and each diamond is surrounded by seven prong set natural rubies. The approximate total weight of the two diamonds is 0.25 Ct while the approximate total weight of all fourteen rubies is 0.70 Ct. The diameter of the 14Kt white gold earrings with push backs is 8 millimeter. (1/3”)
This great Victorian Etruscan 14Kt yellow gold pendant is centered by an 18 X 13 millimeter oval faceted bezel set amethyst. A lace like masterfully created delicate Etruscan frame surrounds the center stone. The pendant is 1 7/8” high including the bail and 1” wide at the wide.
A lovely sterling ridged, high domed ring from the Chicago Arts & Crafts workshop Kalo that opened in 1900 and closed in 1970. It is currently a size 7 but could be sized. Weighing 18 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. An elegant ring from this important Chicago silver workshop.
An outstanding vintage sterling and multi stone inlay bracelet by Navajo Jim Harrison who began creating in the early 1980's...
An especially beautiful French bisque poupee ..... from France around 1870 .... whose delicate bisque complexion contrasts the brilliant eyes , has tender face with very beautiful inset enamel eyes , original wig and rare sturdy body , wearing gorgeous evening silk costume !!!..... 17,5" ( 45 cm )
The pretty and elegant poupee has best quality of bisque and painting on pale bisque swivel head and kid-edged bisque shoulder-plate ...... both in all perfect condition ..... free of...
A wonderful sterling pin/pendant by the Swedish designer Rey Urban for the Danish company A. Fausing. It is three dimensional and very tactile. Measuring 2" by 1 3/8", it weighs 15 grams and is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A great industrial design.
A complex landscape wraps around and climbs up this exquisite porcelain vase by Daimaru Hokuho dating from the early to mid 20th century. It is 13 inches (33 cm) tall and in excellent condition. There is no box.
Hokuho would have been rated in the top 10 porcelain artist of Kyoto, along with Suwa Sozan, Ito Suiko, Ito Tozan, Miyanaga Tozan, Takahashi Dohachi, Seifu Yohei, Kiyomizu Rokubei, Miura Chikusen and Kiyomizu Zoroku, all artists active from the Meiji through the early Showa eras...
Enrique Ledesma was known for the use of beautiful stones and impeccable workmanship. This bracelet is a published design in Penny Morrill books on the subject of the Mexican Silver Renaissance. The stones are magnificent showing only natural lines to the stones. I really could not capture their beauty with my camera. The barrels are all straight showing off the crisp condition as well. The length is 7in. long and one inch tall. The hallmark is rubbed but there. The S links are repousse and give...
A very beautiful and childlike bisque girl by Steiner 22,5" ( 58 cm ) ... has finest quality of bisque and painting....fantastic eyes , original body and pretty clothing.
One of the most beautiful open mouth doll´s by Steiner from the series A with specially childlike and cute face expression !!!
She has a finest pressed bisque socket head and gorgeous blue glass paperweight inset eyes. Fine painted lashes and brows , has dark eyeliner encircles the eyecute .... accen...
We are offering design 263 which is one of the early Los Castillo pre-Columbian swirls. The necklace is one of the most magnificent Los Castillo designs and this one is 17 in. which makes it fit nicely as most are very short in length. This is properly hallmarked with the old linear Los Castillo hallmark as shown. There are many copies out there but this one is genuine and a pre-1948. It moves like a slinky with the rivets that hold the links together for strength. The beads are not dented(you m...
An elegant accessory for the person who likes uniqueness is this sterling silver and 14Kt yellow gold belt buckle. The buckle is hammered sterling silver with two strips of 14Kt yellow gold. In the center there is a rectangular box for possible engraving of initials. The measurements are 1 ¾” wide (without the loop) 1 ¼” high and the buckle will accommodate a 1” wide belt.
Most beautiful and rare French bisque Bebe with mystery mark " PARIS " in perfect condition and wearing very nice !! Rare to find until today unknown mark from an antique Doll which was made in Paris circa 1880 / 85 for one of the many beautiful and special Doll Shop in Paris ......
14,5" ( 37 cm ) doll with best quality of pale pressed bisque socket head and lovely painting . Has blue glass inset eyes and fine painted lashes and brows. Closed mouth with fine accented and ou...
This is a great sterling silver repousse letter opener by the prominent Baltimore silver smiths Kirk and son. The 5 7/8” long sterling letter opener is vermeil (gold plated) and not counting some minor scratches is in very good condition. The letter opener is hallmarked Kirk & Son and Sterling.
Wonderful Art Deco design in this vintage sterling Georg Jensen Denmark pin no. 230 designed by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen. It is a small pin measuring 1 1/2" by 7/8". Fine original condition and signed as shown. An unusual and not often seen Jensen pin.
1920-s 18Kt white gold filigree three stone ring is centered by an approximately 0.15Ct old-mine diamond. The center stone is flanked on either side by a 4 millimeter square natural sapphire. The top of the ring is covered by the stones, while the sides are masterfully decorated by openwork filigree. The ring is a size 6 ½ and can easily be sized.
The six 18 X 13 millimeter oval scarabs are carved out of semiprecious stones (blood stone, tiger eye, green quartz, carnelian, blue agate, green quartz) framed in 14Kt yellow gold. 14Kt yellow gold oval links are connecting the scarabs to form the 7 ½” long bracelet.
This mask was made using a milk pot fragment, the noose has been added. A superb old black soot patina both inside and out side indicate a long use at least from early mid 20th.
H 23 wide 16 cm
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Very old black encrusted patina , the top shows 3 carved anthropomorphic faces. H 24 cm , great age at least from the 19th
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An antique shamanic phurbu , showing all the animist motives on the triangular blades, snakes interlaces, sun , moon holly vase and Makara mouth, the middle part is a dorge deeply carved , the top is square and shows 4 ancestor faces acting as protectors of the shaman and as guardian of the four directions. Total H 24 cm super glossy and deep black patine, important age at least from 19th. presented on a iron stand
If your dream has always been a marquise diamond engagement ring, than this is your dream come through with this affordable beauty. A 0.85Ct center diamond held in a six prong setting including two V prongs is flanked on either side by a round brilliant cut diamond. The center stone that has I-J color and VS2 clarity and is not certified. The approximate total weight of all three diamonds is 1.15Ct. The ring is a size 7 ½ and can easily be sized.
A prong set 4 ½ X 6 ½ millimeter oval faceted Tanzanite centers this 14Kt yellow gold three stone ring, and the center stone is flanked on either side by a round diamond. The approximate weight of the Tanzanite is 0.55Ct while the approximate total weight of the two diamonds is 0.25Ct. The ring is a size 7 and can easily be sized.
A beauty of an engagement ring is centered by a 0.56Ct princess cut diamond that has H color and VS1 clarity set in a platinum ring with 18Kt yellow gold accent. The non certified center stone is flanked on either side by two tapered baguettes which brings the approximate total diamond weight to 0.90Ct. The ring is a size 6 ¾ and can easily be sized.
A 2 3/8´long and 3/8” wide 14kt white gold filigree 1020-s bar pin is set with three single cut diamonds and four angular cut sapphires. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.05Ct.
A rare found all original French small bisque Bebe size 1 with original Trousseau with is original preserved in rare Etrennes box .... mark at France 1895 .
A very beautiful doll ensemble which was shown in different Etrennes catalog of Paris Department stores ...... like Au Bon Marche , Samaritaine , Printemps or other of the luxury stores ..........
Has all complete original and generally excellent condition , rare card board box with decorative paper covering in gol...
Pair of tall Chinese famille verte enamel tapered square form porcelain vases molded with relief decoration of the eighteen immortals among clouds set against a pierced ground. A rust-red 5-clawed dragon wraps around the neck of each. Circa 1900 to early 20th century. An apocryphal impressed zhuanshu 6-character Qing dynasty Kangxi square form reign mark is on the base. Custom wood stands. 16 1/2” high (18 1/4” high on stand). Heavily potted and in very good overall condition. From the...
A lovely wood carving of a dancing Hindu goddess, the face and the sarung meticulously painted. Provenance: from the same estate like the Peranakan sarung. Condition: some cracks, paint with few losses and wear. Dimension: c. 30 cm high.
A very rare Chinese jade of a stylized bird. The jade is translucent of a green and brown mottled coloration. Carved with a minimum of design giving an it a minimalistic, abstract look. It has large convex circles for eyes. The back has two interconnecting holes for passing a string through. The back has a naturally occurring hairline fissure of a dark reddish brown coloration. Has some calcification from long burial.
Size: H = 1-3/8", W = 1-3/4"
Autumn colors by Goto Shiro in thick pigment on silk in a superb patterned-silk frame with solid ivory rollers. It comes in the original signed wooden box with a Futo-maki rolling bar titled Yudonoyama Banshu (Late Autumn at Mt. Yudono). This is representational of Nihonga in the 1950s, a time when artists were seeking a new direction, breaking with the past and expanding the limits of the medium. It is 25-1/2 x 86 inches (65 x 218 cm) and in fine condition.
Goto Shiro (1924－1992) was born...
Ame-yu graces the rough textured clay of this large Mingei platter from Aizu in the Northern reaches of Japan on the border between Fukushima and Yamagata. Often mistakenly identified as Tamba due to the similarity in the coloring of this particular glaze, the underlying granular white clay gives it away. About the rim is a ring of fire-colored tendrils trapped in a groove, an interesting added feature. It is 31.5 cm (12-1/2 inches) diameter and dates from the later 19th century. There are som...
One of the Los Castillo workshop earlier creations as is indicated by its low design number the “koi fish” bracelet dates from the years when Margot de Taxco was still married to Antonio Castillo and under the spell of Japanese aesthetics. The bracelet I am presenting here has all the distinctive elements of the motif – the fish swim in and out of undulating waves with air bubbles surrounding them and their tiny scales are carefully rendered en repoussage. Wonderful patina, comfortable art...
A 14Kt yellow gold emerald and diamond ring topped by six prong set brilliant cut diamonds and eight round prong set emeralds of various sizes. The approximate total weight of all diamond is 0.40Ct and the emeralds weigh approximately the same. The ring is a size 6 and can easily be sized.
A great example of art nouveau enamel work is this 14Kt yellow gold pansy watch pin/pendant. The vivid violet color gradually transitions into white and from white into light brown in the center. The center is further enhanced by an approximately 0.15Ct old-mine diamond. The pin/pendant is designed in two overlapping layers has a safety catch and a fold down bail. The height and width is 1 1/8”.
Very rare and highly collectible "Bubbles" cuff
designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. circa 1980. Using the inlaid mixed metal art of Damascene, the bracelet is comprised of gold, silver and iron. Measuring 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1" opening, it is 3/4" wide and weighs 26 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown.
A truly amazing piece.
Very beautiful decoration piece for your Fashion Doll or Bebe.... superbly 19th. century made Doll harp with original cream finishing and fine gilded painting .
A wooden harp with gracefully carved frame and gold painting of flower and pattern. Has original metal strings they sound when you stroke them .... The harp stands on a lovely matching base and as finally touch of luxury wax flower tendrils wrap around the upper part.
It was decorate on my pictures with an Fren...
It´s a very beautiful and rare large size French elegant salon dog which was a long time a great display piece for my doll decoration and my pictures , I´m sure you saw it from time to time on my Doll pictures here on Ruby-Lane and on my Web-Side . Now it is time to find a new home for this guy , he would be a very good friend for your French Bebe , German Doll or large Fashion !!
Fantastic size about 17" ( 43 cm ) and 18" ( 46 cm ) at total length including tail .
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On Polichinelle was the most popularity character at the end of 19th. century. It was most often too find in France advertising Etrennes catalogs and publicity posters .... as typical symbols for the world of playing.
Special 1886 he was offered in five different sizes in the catalog of " Grands Magasins de Louvre " and was offered in different materials ... but the lovely early ones was always from Paper-Mache like my very beautiful one in this offer !!
This lovely Po...
One of the best Spratling treasures is this V cuff . It is big at 163 grams and 3in. tall on the front angle. It currently is 2.5in. at the inner diameter. Hallmarks shown are noted in the book Spratling Silver A Field Guide by Phyllis M. Goddard to be 1st phase. The jewel has been well kept with no dents and the very pretty stones have natural inclusions as to be expected. The V cuff is thought to be designed by Valentin Vidaurreta who was respected by William Spratling. Stunning to wear and fa...
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