Inspired by ancient Aztec and Maya glyphs and stamps this Mexican silver necklace by Gerardo Lopez combines figural overlay with niello to create an eye-catching example of Taxco's "archeological" style. Birds of prey, warriors, the divine monkey Ozomahtli and, of course, Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent, are represented in the trapezoid links, the actual figures glistening against the sterling backdrop's metallic black...

The village headman aims his arrows at the moon to dispel the evil brought on by a solar eclipse, the village women in the background standing in prayer. This scene was painted by Higuchi Tomimaro for show at the Seikosha Exhibition held in Osaka in 1938. It is an excellent look into the world of the Ainu, a native culture to Northern Japan now lost to history...

A most beautiful arrangement of little bisque doll in her bed called " Lid de Poupee" in generally excellent complete condition , similar of this was presented in the 1901 th...

Occupation era original Japanese shin hanga woodblock print titled "Snow at Hinuma Swamp, Mito" ("Snow at Hi Marsh, Mito") by Kawase Hasui (1883-1957) dated in the lower left margin Showa 22 (1947). The artist's black ink signature and red seal are at the upper right side of the image. The 6mm circular seal of the publisher Watanabe (used 1946-1957) is at the lower right corner. Paper size: 10 3/8" x 15 3/4" (image size: 9 1/2" x 14 1/4")...

Designed by Max Ernst (1891-1976) and crafted in Murano Venice, this tile measures 7 5'8" x 6 3/8" and is roughly 7/8" thick. The glass is clear, with a greenish tint, and has iridescent tints over some of the surface, with gold showing up in recessed areas. It is signed M Ernst in the lower left corner and is inscribed on the back: "Natale 1997, Auguri Gregory, Egidio Constantini, Venezia"...

Large late Meiji to Taisho period Japanese Arita porcelain cylindrical form hibachi decorated in underglaze blue, white, and celadon with mirrors and auspicious symbols. Scattered bisque incised signature seals accent the decoration. 12 1/4" high x 17" diameter. Early 20th century. Very good overall condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. From the collection of an elderly woman in Sun City West, Arizona.

William Spratling signed chain necklace is an early first phase masterpiece design. The necklace has a width of one inch wide and 5mm thick. This beauty is fluid in it's motion with a length of 17.25 inches long. The weight is 304 grams of almost pure silver which is visual as a very white silver. The ridge down the center of the chain adds great depth and dimension. . When worn everyone around you will recognize that this is a very special necklace and not an ordinary chain...

Rre to find early Jules Steiner " Figure B " bisque Bebe about 16 "( 41 cm ) with rare rounded and plump facial modeling of best pale pressed bisque quality and excellent painting . Very cute smiling expression at her open mouth with two row of porcelain teeth , original Steiner body with short plump fingers and wearing original antique lovely costume with bonnet !! She is one of the most beautiful and childlike rounded face Bebe by Steiner , look´s very cute and has pale pressed bisque...

Beautiful gentle expression French Bebe Bru Jne ... size 12 ( 27 " / 69 cm ) having outstanding quality of sculpting and creamy bisque , childlike face expression .... original wig and body at all complete excellent condition from France around 1890.... An pretty Bebe by Leon Casimir Bru .....

Tibetan thangka depicting Amitayus, the Buddha of Longevity, seated cross-legged on a variegated lotus throne with hands in the lap in dhyana mudra holding the pot of amṛta, the nectar of immortality. A halo surrounded by flowers is behind the figure and green mountains and water are in the background...

Chinese wedding lamp of articulated porcelain, in two sections, hexagonal in shape with flared and tiered top. Measures 9 3/4" high, and roughly 4 1/2" wide. Each pierced panel has a round section with a scene depicting people in various activities, some with two figures. The entire surface is painted with soft color enamels, in turquoise blue, yellow, rose, green, orange, brown and black. Floral and foliate designs cover the turquoise and yellow backgrounds, all done with good detail. The ...

Porcelain panel with 7 women in landscape with pagoda and trees, measures 12" x 9" (panel size), frame is 13 1/4" x 10 1/4". Varnished wood frame in bamboo style, with hardboard or masonite backing. The scene depicts 7 young women next to a pagoda and fence, with grass and other foliage throughout...

Blue and white porcelain dish or plate, Canton ware, measures 10 1/2" in diameter. Dating to mid 19th century, these wares were made primarily between 1820 and 1880, with many shipped to European countries and the US. On each side are notches, one of which is open and contains the place where hot water was poured, and the liquid inside kept the food in the plate warm. Decorated with the classic designs, which became known as Blue Willow in western countries, the plate has several borders, all...

A large Chinese two handled vase decorated in famille verte enamels with birds amongst flowering peony & rocks. The decorated neck with iron red modelled elephants' head handles. The base with an apocryphal six character iron red mark of the Kangxi emperor.

Age: Mid 19th century

Size: 14-1/2" high by 14-1/2" diameter

Condition: Good condition, no breaks and or cracks

Offered in the finest doll boutiques in Paris at around 1860 ... like Huret shop or Giroux was this lovely bombe shaped poupee necessaire bag a special accessory for the early fashion doll´s like Huret , Rohmer , Blampoix ....... It´s now a rare found and still a treasure for an early French poupee...

In 1952 award winning Sigi Pineda opened his own shop in Taxco. These pieces marked and numbered Plateros (enough of the mark is there for easy identification) are some of his best designs. This rare marking did not last long as he soon changed the name of his shop to Sigi. The drop is 4 inches across and 3.25 inches tall from the sides. The pectoral takes sweeps and swirls so it is measured with the highest point. The entire necklace is hand chased...

Spratling used the jaguar in several designs including his iconic Double Jaguar necklace and his large brooches both in amethyst and tortoise...

A rare Buddhist temple banner composed of a central ruyi shaped panel and three suspending streamers with pointed ends and tassels. Made of Chinese Late-Ming and Qing gold brocaded and tapestry silks showing dragons and floral decoration. The top panel is cardboard reinforced and having a seal on the backside. Printed cotton lining and top with leather loop, one tassel with a small bell. The interior of Buddhist monasteries in the Himalayas are often intensely colorful, covered by layers of pain...