All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1700 item #1455483
Small figure in urushi lacquer. Unusual model of a doll wearing large dress with details of flowers in mother-of-pearl and gold leaf. It suggests the gosho ningyo, which may have served as a model. Techniques of lacquer : golden background kinji, gold lacquer, silver lacquer, kanagai, kirikane, maki-e , nashiji. Unsigned. Japan Edo (1603-1868) 18th century. Height : 5,4 cm.
All Items : Archives : Pre 1970 item #1348149 (stock #160312)
Such a timeless necklace hallmarked with Miguel Melendez and SM eagle 3. The chain is SOLID with a length of 35in. The heavy balls are 1in. spheres and the total weight is 190 gram. Solid Silver that can be wrapped and or move the catch to any link to hang where ever you desire. No damage anywhere to this necklace. This is a fun necklace and made with quality to last, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1930 item #836564
Beautiful hand made sterling silver pin designed and signed(c.1930)by Frederick W. Davis(1860-1961). 2 1/4 inches long and 1 3/4 inches wide. C clasp pin on back works perfectly. No dents or dings.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #1149783
Song longquan guan type celadon large bowl, rounded side with deep center and glazed base, bowl decorated with raising lotus petal motif at exterior, covered with bluish green glaze. PERIOD : Southern Song 南宋 (1127–1279) SIZE: 20 cm diameter 9 cm height. CONDITION : restored to the broken part
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1920 item #1315351 (stock #MOR4993)
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A very unusual Meiji period Suzuri Bako with cherry blossoms in black on black outside, a crescent silver moon rising beyond crashing gold waves within. The box is so subtle outside, that until very close, and at the correct angle, it simply looks black. Then one sees the cherry blossoms covering the entire outside, in the slightest texture only...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1486609 (stock #1364)

So nice 16" ( 41 cm ) early French bisque enfantine Poupee with expressive features , choice pressed pale bisque and painting , original body and wearing exquisite antique costume .

All around an marvelous French Poupee in generally perfect condition with special body style with pretty bisque arms and hands .

From a dolls boutique in Paris about 1860th...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1970 item #1230390 (stock #0895)
When it comes to hinged bangle bracelets, I think the Los Ballesteros taller was probably the most creative of the Taxco workshops. Their designs range from the more traditional to the slickest mod and they are usually adorned with spectacular gems or hard stones. The minimalist yet visually substantial example at hand boasts four clear amethysts nested in dramatically raised crown settings. The purple of the gems is reflected in the silver and the mirror effect is quite impressive...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1800 item #1447318 (stock #TCR8142)
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Gold glimmers on the rim against pale concrete tones on this rare mid-Edo period tea bowl from the Utsutsugawa kiln in Nagasaki prefecture, late 17th to early 18th century. Waves of brush strokes decorate the outside, while the white slip cascades from the rim in withering streaks within. A kutsuki on the side testifies to some event which happened during the firing, where another piece of pottery collapsed against the side, fusing and causing the bowl to deform...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1980 item #58795
NEW MAGAZINE: This magazine was published in Japan. Listed here are: Imari wares from Sho-ki (early) to Saisei-ki (mid Edo, the glorious golden era of Imari), 1620s to 1720s. And it goes on to early 18 to 19th century Imari's. 96 pages.

Again this will be offered by the Yebis, Lioness Company of Japan. It will be shipped directly from Yumiko-san there, Please allow 2 weeks to the US. From another country - please inquire.

All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1261187 (stock #HP/GH550)
Impressive sized ghurra, great age, H 36 cm Present on métal stand More information on request
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Sculpture : Stone : Pre 1900 item #1403354
Exceptional quality and large size, this carved marble lamb measures 5 7/8" high, with a base of 8 1/4" x 5 1/8". It is substantial, weighing 9 pounds and 12 ounces. The detailing of the lamb's fur, face and overall form is excellent, with a nicely beveled base. In very good condition, with expected surface wear and ears all intact, which is rare...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1910 item #1200873
Pair of perfume bottles of clear crystal glass with heavy sterling overlay in an Art Nouveau scrolled foliate design, with hand-worked detailing. Both the neck and rim of the bottles are encased in silver. Each sterling overlay stopper is matched to it's bottle, with each stopper marked with identical number as it appears on the base of the bottle. Bottles are monogrammed “ML”. Condition of bottles is excellent with no chips, cracks, or repairs...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Retro : Pre 1960 item #1022638 (stock #6311)
A hand-engraved vintage Forstner sterling silver bangle bracelet c1950s. This bangle has a safety chain, it measures 2-3/8" x 2-3/16" across the interior, and it is 1/2" wide. It is decorated on one half, it has a modified tongue slide catch, and it weighs 21.9 grams. It is stamped FORSTNER STERLING MADE IN CANADA with PAT PEND on the catch, and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Himalayas : Pre 1950 item #1318146 (stock #HP/Ma634)
Classic archetype of the Himalayan masks, hardwood, large precision sculpture, painting traces representing the Trisul shavaite, excellent seniority at least early 20 th, H 30 cm Further information on request
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1920 item #1014590 (stock #ZJ159)
This Japanese scholar's page turner consists of a thin layer of black ebony wood sandwiched between pale buttery colored ivory handles ....flawless
All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1222998
Striking sterling silver obsidian pin and earrings set designed and signed circa 1950's by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling. Both pin and earrings are centered with faceted obsidian stones in an arrow design. The obsidian catches the light beautifully as you move. Pin measures 2 1/4" X 1 3/4". Each earring measures 1 1/2" X 1 1/8". Originally screwbacks, a previous owner altered the earrings for pierced ears. Both pin and earrings are in beautiful condition...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1291459 (stock #150304b)
We are offering a very old Silver Mexico repousse necklace of a generous size at 4.25in. across and 3in. tall at the drop. There is at least 16 inches of wearable length. The chain is thick silver and is made in a wave shape. There is reflection from the camera but all links have the same movement. This jewel is crafted with quality and weighs 70 grams. The patina is warm and natural. No chips or damage of any nature on this well kept treasure...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Lighting : Pre 1960 item #1237534 (stock #02408)
A fine vintage pair of decorative etched glass and sterling silver hurricane lamp inserts for your sterling (or silver plated) candlesticks. These 8-1/8" tall lighting accessories consist of the sterling pierced socket inserts (plugs tapering from 13/16 to 15/16") and the etched glass oil lamp style chimneys (and they should fit most 20th century candleholders)...