Vintage 'Old Salt' fisherman cast iron doorstop in original paint with yellow oil skin foul weather jacket. Early 20th century. Size: 7 inches ht. Some chipping to paint.

This vintage 1920’s platinum eternity band is decorated by 41 good quality channel set single-cut diamonds with the approximate total weight of 0.40Ct. The condition of the ring is very good, the size is 5 ½, and the width is 1.7 millimeter. PRICE BREAK! Original price was $700 new price is $395.

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Brass. Early 20th century, Korea. D 16 x H 7 cm (6.29 x 2.75in). Hefty and refined. Some stains and rust as is.


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FISH-SHAPED BRASS PADLOCK

Early 20th century, Korea. Total size with pushing bar: 22 x 9 x 3 cm (8.66 x 3.54 x 1.18in). Originally used for furniture. In working condition with a substitute pushing bar made in the later years (as original bar is missing). Massive weight...

Lovely all-original French club chair with velvet cushion. Circa 1920's. Light crackle on arms, gorgeous patina & wear consistent with age. Dimensions: 27"L x 28"W x 32"H x 19" seat depth x 17" seat width

A gold filled heart photo locket with a cross pendant from the 1920s. This 1-3/8 x 1-1/16" (sans bale) locket features fine detail and hand engraving and it has an applied cross on the front and a lined design on the back. It has two photo retaining bezels with celluloid windows and it is in excellent condition with no monograms, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a bit of patina from use on the back side...

An old mask figuring a demon , heavy and hard wood, superb glossy patina, important age close to 100 years H33cm , wide 20 cm, Depth 14 cm More information on request

REPLY: No air bubbles. Vintage Art Deco Pools of Light approx 15mm Rock Crystal undrilled orbs SB earring pair. SB turn wheels are stamped STERLING. Images are seen reversed as they should be. In addition you can see 8mm fluted bell shape sterling beads for a total of 1 7/8". Sold, no price, no info

Korean blue and white circular water dropper. Underglaze blue floral sprays on the top. The base unglazed.

Size: Approximately 3" diameter by 1-1/8" high

Condition: Good condition, please refer to pictures

Age: Chosen period

ROOF TILE

Actually used at a private house in Gangwon-do as the northeastern part of Korea, early 20th century, approx. 34 x 29 x 1.8 cm (13.38 x 11.41 x 0.70in)...

Rare nailed head clover back orphan club. Soft, gentle springs give this chair satisfying comfort. All original cushions & leather. Dimensions: 29” wide, 29” deep, 32” high

SILK JEOGORI JACKET

Basic upper garment of hanbok (traditional Korean costume) for women that wears with skirt as a pair outfit. Early 20th century. Firm and glossy indigo blue silk and inner coton with expected ravels and discoloration due to aging, but not fatal damage like holes or rips.

Color to bottom edge: approx. 37cm (16.73in)
Sleeve edge to edge across the shoulders: approx. 140cm (55.11in)
Armpit to armpit: approx...

Of high content silver (.950 or higher), this warmer or burner is Korean, early 20th century, possibly 19th. Measures 5 3/4" x 6 1/4". Three pieces, burner, lid, and tray. Signed in rectangular cartouche on base, has marks for silver. Four bat shaped handles, two on lid, two on base. Lid and base are engraved with prunus blossoms, and the background around the engraving is slightly textured to create a more satiny surface...

Sold, no price no info available. Art Deco Egyptian Revival Brass Bookchain festoon necklace with 5 oval pierced pressed red glass oval drops found at the same estate of a collector who collected very theatrical jewelry. It along with the turquoise color one were acquired some 15 years ago. This type of book chain festoon necklace ending in a decorative fold over clasp were often seen worn by Victorian women as well. Again, one can almost see this in some silent movie of decades past.....

Sold, no price no info. Estate costume jewelry find. Art Deco very theatrical hard to find festoon brass necklace with 3 turquoise color pierced pressed glass set in drops that have filigree brass round beads. From a local estate of a collector who collected theatrical looking necklaces when this became available some 15 years ago. Looking at this, one can just imagine seeing it in some silent movie... Sold, no price, no info available

An impressive and bold unsigned Old Necklace from the 1920's. The necklace has been well cared for and has no damage with complete casa Belles. The necklace has a 107 gram weight and 17 inches long. The drop is 3.25 inches long and 2.25 in. wide at it's widest point. The work displays glyphs from the Mayan culture. Extraordinary workmanship, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

H 22 cm More information on request

Sold. Vintage Brass Bookchain Bib with Gem Drops 2 each of Coral, Carnelian, Rose Quartz, un-treated amethyst, Lapis & Turquoise, (12 old semi-precious gems) Popular from Late Victorian to C 1930. See Old Clasp in Closeups for more info. 16.5". Nice, Old Condition. Sold, no price, no info

Hardwood mask from the Awori region. Early 20th century. Dimensions 28 x 19 x 18 cm. Ex Ursula Voorhuis (1932-2021), The Netherlands. Guy van Rijn archive: ao-0110550-001. Gelede society members worship the ‘Great Mother’, goddess of fertility.

Lady Doe facing Mr. Antlered Deer under leaves in the woods carved Pin Brooch w "C" catch. Eye shape @ 2.75 X 1 X 1/8" thick. Good gift for your fave DVM. Fine condition with a bit swivel to the pinstem yet holding safely. Please See Scans

A Tamasudare-ami Hanakago Basket by Yamamoto Chikuryusai I of round bamboo strands enclosed in the original signed wooden box lacquered in translucent red. The basket exudes a deep respect for the tradition, every knot perfect, the proportions exquisite. It is 19 cm (7-1/2 inches) diameter, 37 cm (14-1/2 inches) tall and in excellent condition.
Yamamoto Chikuryusai I (1868-1945) was a bamboo artist of the early modern era in Osaka...

Vintage Early Rounds Earthenware Ceramic Satsuma Earring Pair Hand Painted Blue Peach Green Iris & Stems against mellow beige crazed background @ 7/8" or 23 mm across. Earwires appear to be gold filled. Very nice intact condition with tiny 1mm area of faded gold paint on edge. What a buy and Free USA mail even! SOLD

Early 20th century. H. 14 cm, diameter 31 cm. Good condition with age related wear. See pictures. Provenance: Joris Visser, Brussels Srdjan Sremac, The Hague Published: Hans Witte - Ifa and Esu (1985)

A four millimeter faceted amethyst centers this openwork filigree bar pin. This elegant ornament is executed in 14 karat white and yellow gold. The top is white while the underside and the pin itself is yellow. It is a perfect representation of the deco look popular when the piece was crafted during the roaring 1920’s.

Early French nail head orphan club chair. Leather has crazing, but is supple. Sweet little chair with original mohair cushion. Warm dark brown color. Dimensions: 28” wide, 32” deep, 32” high

A hermitage lost in the early blossoms of the plum forest, ink and light color inside a wide gold border and mulberry frame typical of the Taisho era. Gold powder has been liberally applied intimating a shimmering mist throughout, creating an ethereal quality. Signed in the upper left corner, it is 68 x 149 inches (172.5 x 378 cm) and in overall fine condition. Akashi Shoun was born in Osaka on March 12, 1867, the first year of the Meiji era and a time of great change in Japan...

32" high x 32" wide x 30" deep, seat depth 21", seat width 18"

These are an amazing pair with a most unique nailhead pattern. Circa 1920's these vintage chairs are quite comfortable & are in great shape. The cushions and kickpanels have been restored. Dimensions: 29" deep, 25-1/2" wide, 32" high, 21' seat depth

Early 20th century. H. 29,5 cm. Condition: insect damage, both hands restuck. Ex Christophe Rolley, Paris. ex Srdjan Sremac, The Hague. ex Zemanek-Münster, Würzburg, November 2021.

SOLD. 1925 Art Deco camphor frosted satin surface oval 30mm x 22mm glass stone, with a 5 point star, is held by 4 prongs and set in a rhodium plated brass frame. The 1 7/8" camphor glass pendant suspends from a later 925 sterling silver 18" double rope chain. Although the 2mm center stone is dulling, it still flashes a sparkle, when you least expect it. The back shows the rivet firmly in place and the sharply cut "spokes" are evident. Needs a polish...

Large bowl from the island of Biak in the Geelvinkbay in the Indonesian province Papua. The handle in the shape of a Korwar figure. L. 57 cm. Very good patina. Provenance: Lempertz, Brussel, 2017

Sold, no price, no info. Trombone Catch, Vintage Horn Deco Painted Stork Pin. Figural Showing Bird in Flight. Fetching and hard to find! Marked Depose on Pin Back that is held with 2 screws. 3.125" Long.

Measuring approximately 7.5 inches high, this highly sought after Black Vargas wax figure with a young child is mounted on its original wooden platform and is one of a series of fascinating "street character wax dolls" conceived of and crafted by Mrs. Conception Vargas Alfonso, daughter of the world-renowned, turn-of-the-20th century-New Orleans, Spanish sculptor, Francisco Vargas.

From approximately 1915 through the 1930's, Mrs...

A seated figure covering his eyes with both hands used in Tantric Buddhism believed to provide supernatural powers. This one is made of clay and has tracings of gold leaf. It is incased in a stainless steel case. Size: Outside the case. H.2.2cm. W. 2cm.

This regal 9 kt gold watch fob is of English origin. The piece depicts a horse rearing majestically with a crested shield under one hoof. The gold base, ornamented with intricate scrollwork, conceals a bezel-set green onyx visible on the underside. The piece measures 1 1/4 inches tall, and because of this the stamped hallmark is too small to determine whether the age reads 1908 or 1928. The stamp is a lowercase letter n inside a shield shape. In addition to decorating a pocket watch, this s...

A Chinese silver scenic links bracelet from the 1920s. This unmarked (but tested) silver 7-3/8 x 1" bracelet features six curved high relief hand tooled links depicting a dragon, historical figures and flowers. It has a pushbutton box clasp and loops for a safety chain (not present) and it probably dates to the 1920s but it may be earlier. It weighs 35.6 grams and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than the missing safety chain. All items ar...

 

This 34 x 44 millimeter oval shell cameo is remarkable for several reasons, beginning with the frame. Made of 14 karat gold, it is done in intricate filigree with breathtaking hand-worked ornamentation and flourishes. The carved image seems more Elizabethan lady than ancient diety with her high collar and perfectly detailed hairstyle. The necklace she wears contains one old mine diamond. This unique cameo originates in the 1910’s and may be worn as a pin or pendant

Here is an elegant sterling silver fancy-link chain which comes from the era of the Titanic, but could be as late as the Art Deco period (Downton Abbey! The Great Gatsby!). It is interesting enough to be worn on its own, or you could hang a pendant or watch from it. The clasp is stamped “Sterling”. It measures 26”, and the links are 1/4” or 4mm wide at the widest point. It weighs 5.6g, and is in excellent condition. The photos are part of the description; please examine them carefully. T...

Dimensions: 30"L x 27"W x 32"H x 19" seat depth

Sold. Clasped hand fede gimmel or gimmal or as in previous centuries known as betrothal rings, throughout Europe. 3 sterling rings hinge open to unclasp a Hand Motif, some numbers, letters and what appears to be assay #1 and stamped Mexico. All marks are found between the 3 hinged parts. When you get it home you loupe it and discovery it's mystery maker. Size is approx 4 3/4. Very good. What makes this unusual is that while Victorian pieces are not often available, how many of these are...

Sold. Black PERFECT Enamel on 4 open rectangle sterling stations alternating w 4 scroll decorated ones. Only end jump ring is stamped sterling yet All of it tested so. And yes, it has the old style pesky spring ring that requires your man servant to assist you. 8" X 3/8" when flat and 7 1/2 when clasp is engaged. de/ja/4 UPDATE: While lightly packaging this for our lucky buyer, it was discovered to be indeed marked as F&B for FOSTER & BAILEY!!!

Vintage French Club Chair - Arts & Crafts Orphan
A first for us, this Arts & Crafts style club chair has its original leather with no tears, but some wear on the top. Narrow, but deep seat, this unique orphan is very comfortable. Circa 1920’s.
Dimensions: 26” wide, 35” deep, 32” high

This amethyst and sterling pin by Taxco artist Fred Davis is featured on page 24 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date the pin c. 1928. Davis combined silver and amethyst in many of his most celebrated pieces. This pin measures 1 3/4" diameter and is in fine original condition. There are no chips or cracks to the stones and none have been replaced. Hallmarked for Fred Davis as shown. An important early piece by this creative visionary.

Masterfully crafted 14Kt yellow gold blue and yellow enamel swallow pendant, with a diamond hanging in its beak. The width of the pendant is 38 millimeters and the height with the bail is 26 millimeters. The diamond is approximately 0.04Ct. The pendant comes with a 14Kt yellow gold 16” cable chain. A swallow symbolizes rejuvenation or a new beginning.

This masterfully carved openwork light colored jade pendant centered by a circle shaped carved design. The pendant has a 14Kt gold bail. The measurements are: 1 ½” high without the bail, and 1” wide.

A 0.30 carat brilliant cut diamond is set in this 18Kt white gold filigree setting from the 1920’s. The stunning stone is of I color and SI1 clarity. The ring is in pristine condition with remarkably fine details.

An original period piece from the 1920-s is this 14Kt yellow gold filigree ring centered by a 9X7 millimeter emerald cut amethyst. The sides have amazing, intricate scroll work. The ring is a size 5 ¼ and can easily be sized.

pre Colombian beads sitting on a dish of sterling silver with sterling chain and beads make this a striking wear anywhere necklace. It is of Mexican origin and is slightly before or at the beginning of the Mexican Silver Renaissance. Added attractions is the hand make copper casa belles. 76 grams of weight and 18 inches in length. Each station is 5/8th inches across. No damage or repairs just, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

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.

A 1920’s 14Kt white gold filigree ring set with a 22X10 millimeter oval shell cameo depicting a bust of a woman. The lady has a necklace and the necklace is decorated by a single cut diamond. The ring is size 6 ½ and it can easily be sized.

This wonderfully executed shell cameo brooch and pendant is from the 1920’s. The carving masterfully depicts the portrait of a young lady with an intricate hairstyle and floral accents. The shell measures 36 X 48 millimeters and the overall dimensions of the piece are 2” high and 1 5/8” wide. The filigree frame is made of 14 karat white gold that not only has a pin that allows you to wear it as a brooch, but also a fold down bail to enable the wearer to convert this great piece into a pend...

This stunning oval shell cameo pin and pendant has the air of a goddess. A 14 karat gold scalloped frame encircles a 32 x 42 shell carved with the profile of a woman. She appears to be wearing a toga and a floral garland around her neck. Perhaps she is Athena, with her intricate headpiece and proud countenance. One 0.15 carat diamond sits in her necklace. This piece dates from the 1920s.

This diamond cluster original period stick pin with a full pearl in the center is circa 1910’s. The 11 old-mine diamonds weigh approximately 0.55Ct. Some of the stones have sight nicks, but the over all condition of the piece is excellent. The high luster pearl in the center that measures 4.75 millimeters is POSSIBLY an oriental pearl but it was not X-rayed so it being considered and sold as a cultured pearl.

Dramatic yet understated, this ring features a lovely EGL certified I color VS1 clarity emerald cut diamond set in platinum. Six single cut diamonds decorate the band, combining with the 1.88 carat weight of the center stone for an approximate 2 carat total weight. This delicate beauty is an original 1920’s Deco masterpiece.

This delicate deco-inspired engagement ring begins with a beautifully designed platinum setting studded with ten single-cut diamonds. A .45 carat old mine center stone completes the picture and brings the total carat weight to .55. The H color VS2 clarity diamond is round, but the setting gives it a square look, lending the piece that characteristic deco edge.

This is a beautifully decorated pair of grape shears, with handles marked sterling and Italian-made curved stainless steel blades; mint condition; measurement: 6 _ in. long.

Dimensions: 36"L x 33"W x 36"H x 22" seat depth

Don’t get lost. You will get a very unusual trinket if you purchase this 14Kt gold pendant with a compass inside. Originally it was used as a watch fob in the 1920’s which explains some minor dents on the front and back. The design in the front is enhanced by a white gold coat of arms for initials that could be engraved, and the back is polished. The fob is ¾” square and 1 7/16 high with the bail standing on its corner.

This is a very old pre Spratling era Yalalag cross with it's original chain of a long 48 inches. Each cross on the chain is of thick silver. All of the beads on the chain are 9mm and hand made. The drop is 6in. long and the beads are much larger than the chains beads at 13mm. Again all the crosses on the drop are extremely thick silver and are also hand made. Pieces like this were normally not signed and this one is of no exception. When in your hands you can see the hand made quality of all the...