A great piece of jewelry representing the style of late 18th and early 19th centuries made in the 1960's. The carved painted reversed crystal is backed by mother of pearl. The frame that is 1 3/8" in diameter is made of 14Kt yellow gold that fully covers the back of the broach and is marked with a makers mark as well as with a stamp of 14Kt on the safety catch. The broach also has a bail in the back that makes it wearable as a pendant.

Based in Mexico City Plateria FarFan created some of the most impressive and well-made collar necklaces, many in the multi-row "mesh" style and others in puzzle “Cleopatra style” designs. The necklace presented here is one of the latter, a pretty handsome one at that and a favorite of mine for the comfortable, just-at-home way in lies around the neck...

The smaller version of this particular design, this set of vintage Margot de Taxco earrings reminds me of elaborate woven baskets. The repoussage here is very sculptural and the beading in combination with the wonderful patina the set has acquired over the years accentuates its three-dimensional appeal. Eye-catching without being visually overwhelming, it is easy to wear and will hold its own whatever the occasion you chose it for...

Sold, no price, no info. Pair of bench made Native American vintage Sterling Silver rings, one with a Turquoise & Coral stones, both signed: BAKER JEWELRY L & B on either side of a Native American Eagle mark & STERLING. Sold, no price, no info

Navajo Kenneth Begay has been called the "father of modern Navajo jewelry". From 1946-1964, he worked as a benchsmith at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Az. The two identical bracelets were made by him during this time and are signed with his initials and the White Hogan hallmark. The middle bracelet has only the White Hogan hallmark but could possibly have also been made by him. They look spectacular stacked together...

A beautiful sterling and large center turquoise stone by Navajo Kee Joe Benally who began producing pieces in the 1950's. This bracelet was made by him during his time as a benchsmith at the Woodards Indian Shop. Measuring 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1" opening, it is 3/4" wide at the front middle area of the stone and tapers to 1/2" at the terminals. Weighing 59 grams, it is in fine condition and signed as shown...

Navajo Kenneth Begay (1913-1977) is often referred to as the father of modern Navajo jewelry having been one of the very first to depart from the traditional Navajo style. This exquisite sterling cuff stands as a remarkable Modernist work of art. Whether on the wrist, a shelf or a coffee table, it is a magnificent sculpture. Measuring 6 1/2" around in the inside plus a 1" opening, it is 1 5/8" wide at the scrolling terminals...

Vintage mid-century mod Mexican silver cuff bracelet, this piece is a veritable ode to the sublime nature of minimalism. I adore the perfection of the curve, the heftiness of the architectural band, the fantastic patina. We don't know much about Taxco's Arte en Plata yet but I think the "arte" in their name is well-deserved. The cuff measures 6 1/2" inner circumference (including the 1 1/4" gap; perfect for smaller to medium wrists) and 7/16" in width and thickness...

Sold. Well made Signed CLARENCE LONG Size 9 3/4 Sterling Silver Ring W applied Chased leaves, flowers, spirals and granulation. Measures 1 3/4 north to south and just under 3/4" wide. Very nice! Sold, no price no info available

Stunning Diamonds by Antonio Pineda is a published design in the Silver Seduction book of Mexican Silver by Stromberg. The height is 1 inch tall and the weight is 91 grams of thick silver. The 970 silver is silky soft. There are no cracks to the stones and the clasp closes with a crisp click. This one is more than rare and definitely belongs in a fine collection.

A beautiful sterling ring by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs featuring 5 rough cut polished garnets surrounding a center unpolished opal. The ring is a size 7 and in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. Signed Sterling HF Skaggs as shown. It is always a rare treat to come across a piece by Fred Skaggs.

Orrefors Ariel vase designed by Ingeborg Lundin, rows of squares formed by silvery air traps on a black background, encased in a thick layer of crystal glass. The vase is marked ORREFORS/Ariel No 328 H/Ingeborg Lundin; and dates from 1960. The vase stands 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) Tall and is 5.5 inches (13.9 cm) in diameter. In excellent condition, with no chips, cracks or repairs.

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...

We are all familiar with Isidro Pina's Maricela book-piece brooches or his fabulous pin and earrings sets but how many times do we actually bump into a necklace bearing that signature? So you understand how thrilled I am to be presenting the necklace at hand - an absolute surrpise and breath-taking at that. But for its delicately elegant proportions, I would have expected this to be an Antonio piece or signed by one of the other modernists in Taxco...

Beautiful handmade sterling and center coral bracelet with deep chisel work from the White Hogan shop in Scottsdale,Arizona that opened its' doors in 1950 and closed in 2006. This cuff measures 4 3/4" around in the inside plus a 1" opening for a total of 5 3/4" so for a small wrist. However, it could be made larger by a competent jeweler. It is 1 1/2" wide in the front and tapers to 1/2" at the terminals. The coral measures 1" long and 3/8" wide...

Today I am listing the Antonio Pineda chain and toggle bracelet. The length is 8.75in. and a depth of 7/8th in. The depth takes up some of the wearable length and it is a comfortable 7in. Properly hallmarked and very difficult to get all the marks in the pictures. The crown is visible and please request more photos if needed. I believe the stones at the ends of the toggle are Chrysoprase. The bracelet is solid and has a weight of 121 grams of heft.

Demanding and difficult, onix negro (black onyx) is a technique by which the classic art of stone inlay is reversed; instead of setting stone within a silver frame, it is now silver shapes that are placed in a flat piece of black onyx. Devised by the Los Castillo at the beginning of the 1950s, onix negro was practiced by a few other maestros as well with results that are definitely different and can be quite impressive...

This showpiece from Margot de Taxco is supremely rare. I've not seen another. It's a necklace which instantly commands attention.

The huge centerpiece can be used as a pendant necklace, or detached from the chain to serve as a pin...

A master lapidary, Enrique Ledesma has a magical way of seamlessly marrying silver and stone and the bracelet presented here is one of his signature designs. I am very partial to azur-malachite and just by looking at the richness of the blues and greens in the stones you can understand why. Measuring 7" long (wearable) the bracelet is 3/4" wide and weighs 35.5 grams. It is signed with Ledesma's name as well as "TAXCO HECHO EN MEXICO", "925" and also bears Eagle 3 assay mark and des. no 202. It d...

Iittala "i-glass" or "bird beak" decanter in blue designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Engraved on the base "T. Sarpaneva 2500". The decanter measures 7 3/4 inches (19.7 cm) tall and has a diameter of 3 1/2 inches (9 cm). Condition is very good, with very minor light surface scuffs; no chips, cracks or repairs. Circa 1960

CHOPPING BOARD

Massive and fatty wooden chopping board once used at an ordinary household in Korea, mid-late 20th century, 40 x 20 x H 8.8 cm (15.74 x 7.87 x 3.46in). Aesthetically appliable to a display stand for the tea utensils or flower arrangement as well. Some scratches and stains due to using and aging as is as seen.


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Margot de Taxco sterling silver necklace comprised of “hibiscus” links, this is the wider, more impressive version of the specific design. Beautifully worked repousse underscored with hand-chasing and beading combine here with warm patina in a wonderful example of Margot’s “naturalistic” creations. The matching bracelet is also available and the two pieces look stunning together as you can see in one of the photos. Measuring a wearable 17 3/4″ long (actual length is 18 1/8̸...

In my opinion the best Mexican modernist designer, Salvador Teran was a maestro of many talents and created some of the most striking pieces of Taxco jewelry. Offered here is his signature "Moon and Star" bracelet, which aptly demonstrates his ability to create exceptional minimalist pieces. The bracelet has an inner circumference of 6 1/2" and is ideal for smaller to medium wrists. Its face is approx. 1 3/4" square and the width of the two "wings" tapers from 1" to 3/4". Measuring 66.9 grams...

Margot de Taxco vintage Mexican silver bracelet, this is the widest version of the Hibiscus design and its matching necklace is also available in my store – you can see the demi together in the next to last photo. One of the maestra’s romantic creations this is nevertheless not your fragile, wimpy bracelet – generous links, excellent detail and meticulous finishing make for a piece that will never go unnoticed. Measuring 7 7/8″ long (wearable; actual length is 8 1/4″) by 1 1...

Based on pre-Colombian motifs, a pair of Hector Aguilar Taller Borda dangle earrings wrought in the maestro's favorite .940 alloy and simply gorgeous. The set has already been converted to posts by a previous owner so it's easy to wear yet has all its patina and its hallmarks intact. Each earring is 1 1/2" long by 7/8" wide and the set's weight registers at 15.7 grams. Fully signed with the set of hallmarks Aguilar used in the 1948-62 period and in excellent vintage condition with great patina ...

A stunning sterling and jelly opals necklace by San Miguel de Allende, Mexico artist Carmen Beckmann who was active from c.1955. This magnificent piece features 27 colorful,vibrant jelly opals placed intricately between silver balls all framed in graduated sized silver rectangular links. The stone backs are open so the light can reflect the gorgeous colors of the opals. Measuring 16 1/2" long, it is 1/2" wide at the center rectangle. It is in fine original condition,no chips or cracks to the sto...

A vintage 18” long amethyst bead necklace consists of 38, 10 millimeter natural amethyst beads. The clasp is a 14Kt yellow gold 7 millimeter spring ring with a jump ring. This necklace is an amethyst lover’s dream. It is perfect for every wardrobe.

An iconic design for Salvador Teran - and possibly one of my absolute favorite designs in Mexican silver ever - this is a pair of "Dancers" earrings. Teran's signature abstraction is clearly evident here as is the innovative way he used the "shadowbox" technique. Measuring 1 1/16" by 7/8" the earrings weigh 14.8 grams and are in excellent vintage condition with fantastic patina and their oxidation in very good shape. Appropriately and fully hallmarked as shown, they are a true find for the com...

Circa mid-century, offered here is a gorgeous set of necklace and earrings produced by Antonio Pineda. The necklace is a book-piece design shown on p. 135 of "Silver Seduction: The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda."

This set is collector quality. Necklace measures 15 1/2" closed, wearable length. It lays perfectly on the neck and has a very luxurious feel. Earrings are 1" tall and have clips. There are fifteen oval aventurine stones in the necklace which are open-backed to let ...

Large sculptural sterling silver belt buckle designed and signed circa 1960 by Taxco, Mexico silver Maestro designer Antonio Pineda. This 2 piece buckle measures 5 1/2" across X 2 1/2". The detailed design depicts a hunting scene with applied raised hunter and an animal figures. 145 grams, 5.01 oz. Beautiful vintage condition with no dents, dings or repairs. The two pieces will accommadate a 1 1/2" strap. Fully hallmarked for Antonio on the reverse.

It is not often that one stumbles upon a massive Graziella Laffi bracelet and I am thrilled to be able to offer this spectacular, museum quality piece bearing the signature of Peru's foremost designer. Born in Florence, Italy Graziella Laffi is referred to as "the Spratling of Peru". She lived and worked in that country and drew inspiration from ancient Inca goldwork to create masterpieces in silver. Her jewelry combined ancient design with the minimalism of 1950s modernism and the cuff offered ...

A middle period work by Los Castillo, I love the design of this bracelet because of the way its flowing loops and bead motif belies its substantial weight. There are some pieces of jewelry that wear like a second skin - and this is one of them. When it's around your wrist, you feel its presence in a warm, intimate way - yet it's also comfortable and conforms effortlessly to your every move. A bracelet for medium to smaller wrists, its wearable length is 6 7/8" (actual length 7 1/4") while its ...

Beautifully rendered emulations of Margot de Taxco's koi fish earrings, this pair is signed by a maker who is known among collectors of vintage Mexican jewelry for his prowess in the art of repoussage and the high quality of his work. I think the point I am trying to make is amply illustrated by the bold repousse, the dark oxidation in the recesses of the design and the care that went into the finishing touches. As products of a minimally mechanized, hand-based process, the earrings differ sligh...

Salvador Teran earrings design # 121 is 1.25in. across in an arc shape. The stones sparkle and the earrings are without damage. There is a natural patina that is untouched and left for the buyers desire. Very well hallmarked and in your hands you will feel the quality of the thick silver. A treasure for collectors and especially for couture clothing or just jeans.

Monumental 9 strand sterling bracelet by Navajo silversmith George Kee during his time at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Az. It measures 5 3/4" around in the inside plus a 1 1/8 "opening. It is 2 3/4" wide in the front and tapers to 1" at the terminals. Fine original condition. Weighs 89 grams and is signed as shown. Make a statement with this bold and beautiful piece.

Beautiful and rare demi parure consisting of a fringed bib necklace and matching clipback earrings, in carved translucent Bakelite simulating amber or jade, and goldtone metal. Circa 1960. Marked GM in a circle, and also with the original paper hang tag, which is marked IMITATION JEWELLERY, MADE IN (I)TALY (the I is missing). The Bakelite tests positive using Simichrome. With slide clasp. The Bakelite is glowingly translucent and has excellent marbling. A stunning and very chic set, substa...

Spectacular size and quality, measures 6 1/4" interior, 2 3/4" high, with opening of 1 1/4", and an outside measurement of 7 3/4". Heavy gauge silver, all stamped with various designs around the edges with additional rope turning. The silver is darkened where stones are set, and there are multiple beads throughout the background of the stones. Stones are highly raised with serrated bezels. Have tried counting the stoners numerous times, and there appear to be 96, though sometimes it varies...

This versatile necklace designed & signed c. 1960's by San Miquel de Allende, Mexico artist Carmen Beckmann measures 25" long & weighs 63 grams. Comprised of polished turquoise & amethyst stones & interspersed with pearls the design is finished with a gem quality amethyst set into a beautiful & intricate 14K gold clasp with safety. It's been professionally restrung on silk cord. MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill includes Beckmann in a chapter on distinguished Women Designers of Mexico.

The second Margot de Taxco zodiac piece currently in my inventory, this Libra pendant has all the qualities of her astrological series; visual interest, sculpturality and a design so successful that it immediately relates to the sign it represents. I have paired it with a hand-wrought Mexican chain of the same period so you can wear it as a necklace or alternatively, enjoy it as a charm with your vintage charm bracelet. Having a diameter of 1 5/8" (not including the bail) the pendant adds a 2 ...

Sublime is not an exaggerated description for the Antonio Pineda crescents and shells necklace presented here. This is the second necklace of this design I have been lucky to come upon this year and I am sure it will not stay with me too long either. Antonio's design flexibility, his ability to create magnificent jewelry in more than one styles is phenomenal and even though he is primarily known as a modernist, in our case he imaginatively navigates the waters of a more classic index. Perfect cr...

A Scheurich blue and brown Fat Lava German art pottery vase from the 1970s. This 10-1/2" tall retro modern vase features an upper portion in deep blue glaze with an expanse of brown and white "lava" on the lower section. It is marked 206-26 W.GERMANY on the bottom and it would be a great accent for your retro decor. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks,losses, damage or repairs other than some allover crazing in the blue glaze only. All items are thoroughly and conservatively g...

Fabulous design! Mid-century sterling and green onyx necklace by Antonio Pineda. A stand out in every way, this necklace measures 15" (curved so hard to be exact) and is 1 1/8" wide. Very solid, weighing 106 grams. Fine original condition. Signed as shown. Gorgeous on!

A rarely seen vintage Antonio Pineda bracelet with trapezoid shaped 970 links each having a round amethyst ball. It measures 7" end to end and is 1" wide. Weighing 116 grams, it is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the amethysts and an intact safety chain. Signed as shown. A must have bracelet for the Antonio collector.

Today I am offering this signed Antonio Pineda archer cuff being 2.5in. tall and weighing 125 grams heavy. The cuff is most certainly a statement piece and certain to be gazed upon. The hunting scene is Lascaux inspired. The archers are cut out of the top layer of silver with niello being on the underneath layer of silver giving a shadow box effect. I am also listing the matching necklace to this bracelet. Please look at all the pictures as it is shown with the cuff.

It's almost the middle of August but this vintage Antonio Pineda brooch makes me think of leaves twirling in the wind filling the world with the fiery golds and reds of Fall. It is characteristic of the design genius inherent in some maestros that they can take a simple, familiar form and put such a twist to it (in our case literally), the form turns into a little work of art. This is a very sculptural brooch, the sense of motion it holds within it strong, its patina to die for. Real beauty does...

Heavy, thick-walled Orrefors Ariel vase with bands of repeating geometric shapes; circles, squares and triangles in dark, smokey (almost black) glass; complimented by the silvery airtraps; the whole cased in clear crystal glass. The color varies in intensity depending on lighting. Vase has solid band of color at rim. A halo of blue-green glass shows around portions of the vase and is visible in the photographs. Vase measures 5.75 inches (14.6 cm) tall and is 4 inches (10.2 cm) wide by 4 inches (...

An elegant and impeccably hand crafted sterling and Mediterranean coral bracelet by Santo Domingo Pueblo silversmith Julian Lovato. He began working in 1938 and was a silversmith in the Frank Patania Sr. Thunderbird Shop. His creations have won many awards. This cuff measures 5 1/4" around in the inside plus a 1" opening. It is 7/8" wide at the center and tapers to 1/4" at the terminals. The coral stone is 5/8" across and 1/4" down. It is free of chips or cracks and a vibrant red coral rather th...

A gorgeous repousse clamper bracelet by Gerardo Lopez wrought in sterling silver, this is a perfect match for the necklace by the same artist available in my inventory - you can see the two pieces together in the next to last photo. Exceptionally well made, its quality reflects Lopez's mastery of repoussage and his design acumen. Fully signed with the maestro's signature as well as "980 HECHO EN MEXICO" and Eagle 25 assay mark and in excellent vintage condition with great patina and a tight hing...

Gorgeous set of Margot de Taxco dangle earrings, I believe this design is rather difficult to find in this form and I am thrilled to present it here. Ovals, curves, spheres and domes all combine to create a delightful pair of teardrop treasures that measure 1 7/8" long by 3/4" wide. The earrings weigh 14.6 grams (for the set) and are fully and appropriately marked with Margot's signature, Eagle 16 assay mark and des. no 5740 (I believe; it's double stamped and difficult to read). Dating in the ...

Slick, minimalist and yet so eye-catching, a pair of Margot de Taxco silver and enamel earrings with distinctive trapezoidal dangles. Just note the way the silver polka dots jump out of the white enamel background! The earrings measure 1 3/8" long by just over 1" wide (at their widest) and weigh 18.4 grams (for the set). Fully hallmarked as shown with Margot's name as well as Eagle 16 and des. no 5586 and in excellent vintage condition.

A very interesting yet no less monumental bracelet by Enrique Ledesma in which the maestro combines modernist silver work with curved stone tubes left unpolished- a rather unusual choice for him. I am intrigued by the combination and think that the stones are actually malachite with veins of pyrite in them. Vividly colored, the bracelet has a stunning presence because of its magnificently architectural links and it feels divinely around the wrist. It has an inner circumference of 6 1/2" (claspe...

A favorite designer of mine, Carmen Beckmann is one of the few female contributors to Mexico’s 20th c. Silver Renaissance that we know of. Mostly modernist, her work is known for its massive, at times, proportions (especially with her hinged bracelets) and her masterful use of semi-precious stones and gems. The star-form ring at hand is centered by a big, faceted color-change sapphire, that varies between amethyst and steely purple as the light changes. The star is raised above the similarly s...

A signature design for Margot de Taxco, the koi silver and amethyst clamper bracelet is a must-have for the dedicated collector and the lover of things beautiful alike. Executed in dramatic repoussage that looks more like sculpting because of its depth and the thick silver sheet used to craft it, Margot's original is far above and beyond all contemporary emulations be they signed by a known maker or anonymous. I leave the rest to the descriptive power of photography. The clamper has a 6 1/4" in...

Beautiful, elegant sterling silver necklace by Jens Tage Hansen, a Modernist silversmith working in Copenhagen 1954 - 1964. It measures 15" end to end and is 1" wide. Weighing 66grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A very striking piece on the neck.

This handmade pair of Tibetan boots was typically used by the Tibetan Minority groups for centuries. Each regional Tibetan group used its own distinct colored thread design pattern. Monks and officials also could be recognized by the thread design of their boots. These were a "commoners" boot and judging by their size, they were used by a young teenager. I suspect that they were only worn once or twice and they are in wonderful condition. Heel to toe they measure 9" and stand 12" high.

Rare Chambri / Aibom LARGE Pottery Cooking Pot - Papua New Guinea (Ex. 1970's Collection)

This large pottery bowl, or cooking pot, was part of a large collection of artifacts collected from the region of the Sepik River, Papau New Guinea in the 1970's. Most of the collection comprised wooden artifacts, but there were also some much rarer pottery items that we were able to acquire. It is from the village of Aibom which is the only village in this region to have clay suitable for this type of ...

Egg shaped vase with a black-red patina. Signed on the bottom. H. 18 cm. Showa period (1926-1989). Good condition, original tomobako. Master casting artist Kazan Yokokura continued to enter contests, mainly centered on Nitten Exhibition. 1915 Born in Yamagata Prefecture, northern Japan 1951 Won for the first time a prize at the Nitten Exhibition (and won many prizes at later exhibitions). 1959 Won special commendation "Hokuto Prize" at the Nitten Exhibition. 1966 Joined the jury of th...

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A charming pebble jade carving of a tiger, cat or Huan was masterly done.
Crouching with her head resting on her front paws, she raised her left leg tickling the cheek when the long tail curling tightly to the side.
The fluent lineation work and excellent carving skill depicted the cat in a vivid way.
By the warm brownish patina due to the pebble’s natural encrustation and the intriguingly dying work, the jade piece expressed itself with attractive atmosphe...

Among Gerardo Lopez's most collected clamper designs, I love to refer to this specific creation as his "flames" bracelet because of the way the repousse rises in vivacious twists and twirls. This is indeed an impressive piece - like most of Lopez's clampers are - but not overwhelmingly involved and a sheer pleasure to wear. Its patina is warm and its hinge is tight as if it has been treated very gently throughout its long life. The clamper has an inner circumference of 6 7/8" and its width var...

A very stylish 1960-s period 14Kt white gold sapphire and diamond ring centered by a 9.2 X 6.7 millimeter 1.76Ct oval natural sapphire with excellent quality and great color. The center sapphire is flanked on either side by a brilliant cut diamond, which gives the ring an elegant tailored appearance. The approximate total weight of the two high quality diamonds is 0.45Ct.