All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1940 item #1270496 (stock #12867)
Most amazing ever Italian 800 silver charm bracelet in the style of Peruzzi with huge Etruscan fob charms. I could never exaggerate the “wow” factor that this piece possesses. Bezel set chrysoprase, coral, sodalite and what I believe to be carnelian adorn the charms while the links of the chain have small coral cabochons as well. The bracelet measures 7 1/2″ long (wearable; actual length is approx. 8 1/8″) with its width at the chain being 15/16″...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1414327 (stock #687)

Important Note ; we can sell this stunning French Doll about 7% less here as in my Ruby-Lane shop !!!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Very rare to find all original antique poupee jewelry necklace in his presentation box .......

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1700 item #1149714
Finely porcelain decorated with human on the center, glazed base. PERIOD : Middle Ming 16th Century MEASUREMENTS: 9,5 cm wide. CONDITION: no chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restoration.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #1246861
Chinese Qing dynasty ovoid form porcelain fish bowl decorated around the circumference in underglaze blue on a white ground with lotus seedpods and scrolling tendrils topped by a border of alternating pendant spear points and ruyi heads. The pot tapers to an unglazed, flat, slightly recessed base. The interior, rolled rim, and raised rib under the rim are all glazed white. This vessel could also be used as a scholar's scroll pot for storing rolled handscrolls...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1264603
Stunning and rare sterling ring with intricately carved black onyx by Brazilian landscape architect and jeweler Burle Marx in the "forma livre" (free form) style. Burle Marx was particularly known for his use of large gemstones, often fashioned by carving or tumbling rather than being faceted, a technique he invented in 1948. This ring is a size 7 3/4 and may have been sized up at one time but could be sized again. The face measures 1" long and 3/4" wide...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #190202 (stock #1507)
A Rare Qingpai foliate dish, decorated with three Fish in underglaze copper red, Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368), two tiny chips on mouth rim, no crack or restored. Diameter: 16 cm. This pieces was excavated at the central of Sulawesi, it's very rare to found this type of Yingching ware, i try to wash with the chemical water but the fish is still there, so we have conclusion this one is underglaze copper red, if not ? will refund full price purchased without less shipping cost.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1361837 (stock #194)
WhenDreamsComeTrue
RESERVED on Layaway ....

She has a gorgeous face with splendid blue spiral eyes and light-coloured pale pressed bisque from wonderful and best quality !! Original mohair wig and lose ball body , wearing pretty antique clothing in baby pink and cream with Jumeau mark shoes ...... all perfect and in lovely cabinet size !!

Rare 14" ( 36 cm ) Bebe by Emile Jumeau .....

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #372785 (stock #lot029)
Description: A rare sandstone sculpture of Luohan of The Five Dynasty was reserved perfectly before excavation. Some original paint left on the surface can be seen obviously...
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Oil : Pre 1920 item #374802 (stock #8556)
Brookland, Washington, D.C.

Edgar Hewitt Nye (American, 1879-1943)

Oil on artist board, signed lower left and located on paper label on reverse: “Brookland, D.C. (off Bunker Hill Road). Vicinity now a well built up residential section.”

Nye lived, worked and taught in Washington, DC for 58 years...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1448479 (stock #MB568)
Chinese Han Dynasty Glazed Pottery Oil Lamp in Human Form

This pottery oil lamp was made during the Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 220). It is "heavily-potted", made from a reddish-brown pottery that is relatively highly-fired and is coated in a greenish-brown glaze that is very finely-crackled. In places the glaze has acquired a silvery iridescence, a reaction of the glaze to long exposure to moisture...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #906238
Magnificent white and silver champleve' enamel on sterling necklace and earrings by Margot De Taxco c. 1950. The necklace measures 14 1/2" end to end and the trapezoid shaped links are 1" wide. The necklace is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the enamel and no missing enamel. The earrings have been expertly converted from screwbacks to posts and do retain the Margo hallmark. The enamel has no chips or cracks and none missing. The necklace is hallmarked and numbered as shown...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1940 item #1485436
Japanese shin hanga woodblock print titled "Hirosaki Castle" by Hiroshi Yoshida (1876-1950) dated Showa 10 (1935). First edition impression with "jizure" (self-printed) seal in the upper left margin. The artist's black ink brush signature and red seal is at the lower left and the print is pencil-signed in the lower right margin. Illustrated in "The Complete Woodblock Prints of Yoshida Hiroshi," Abe Publications, color plate #192. Paper measures 15 3/4" x 10 1/2" (image size: 14 5/8" x 9 5/8")...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1837 VR item #938892 (stock #lot634)
Description: A Zitan cup was well carved from one solid wood trunk.
Being decorated on two handles in bamboo form, the Zitan cup was well hollowed in a round shape and was in a plain form.
By excellent carving skill, the bamboo stalks were vividly imitated and being as good handles.
It was preserved in long time of age and already owned the enduring old purplish-black patina.
Overall condition was great when some old cracks were observed.
Some abrasions were at the bottom too.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #1389047 (stock ##1923)
A celadon with crackled glaze figurine of a wise man in meditate position, a splashes purple bluish to the neck indicated as Jun ware. Base unglazed and firing into darker reddish tone. Song/Yuan dynasty Jun ware. Condition is very good, no any crack, free from any restoration, excepted minor chip to foot rim. Height:
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1303744 (stock #303)
Absolute wonderful French antique silk costume with bonnet... most hand sewn and one of a kind.

Never to find such the same again and it will fit perfect for Jumeau , Steiner , Bru , Gaultier , Eden Bebe or other pretty French or German doll about around .....

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #1057211 (stock #40F52 LP323)
Antique Male Native American folk art doll - Northern Plains origin. Size: 10.5 inches height. This doll is fashioned from brain tanned buffalo hide with buffalo hair stuffing, red trade cloth and human hair. Fully beaded moccasins, leggings and beaded fringed garments. Sinew sewn. Excellent condition. Display stand included. Also available as a separate offering is a similar female companion doll.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1492 item #360437 (stock #1812)
Sawankhalok covered box of circular form with a flattened cover, decorated with incised vine scroll on the cover painted with an underglaze iron-brown wash. Pink stoneware body and unglazed base. 15th-16th Sawankhalok ware in perfect condition. Similar item published by R.J RICHARDS (1977). No 171. Collection: Art Gallery of South Australia and by JOHN.S.GUY in ORIENTAL TRADE CERAMICS IN SOUTH-EAST ASIA, NINTH TO SIXTEENTH CENTURY, page 134 item 164. Diameter: 10 cm and High: 8.8 cm.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #763829 (stock #39B14 7224)
Staffordshire pottery cottage bank, 19th century, with applied floral garland around door. Size: 4.5" ht. x 4.25" wide x 2.25" deep. Overall crazing to glaze, and a more pronounced craze line encircling one of the chimney bases, though it does not appear to be a crack. Some damage to two of the applied flowers surrounding the door.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1800 item #417014 (stock #1937)
A blue & white square tray with thinly potted and decorated with view of landscape, mountain, river, boat and fisher man. Ching dynasty 18th century in perfect condition, with no chips and no cracks, only with a minute fritting like usually found on this period ware, otherwise is fine. Measure 24.6 cm x 17.6 cm.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1426142 (stock #754)

Very beautiful early period cabinet size 14,5 " ( 37 cm ) French Bebe´s by Gaultier / Blockletter , she is very cute and has so lovely expression special her wonderful blue eyes ...... this Bebe is an eye-catcher for everybody and each good doll collection !!!

Generally excellent block letter marking Bebe by Gaultier ... France circa 1880 .... in lovely small size about 14,5 " with fine quality of pale pressed bisque and softly blushed complexion and gorgeous blue spiral threadi...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1280172 (stock #162)
Most beautiful French Bebe dress of antique silk and lace with matching stiff couture bonnet .... fit perfect Jumeau , Steiner , Bru , Gaultier , Eden Bebe or other pretty French or German doll about around 18" / 19" ( 46 - 48 cm ) .

Wonderful dress of creams and aqua blue silk ornate with French lace and elegant lace ornaments.

Has aqua blue silk ribbon decoration and little bows and as finally a lot of tiny button .

Lace ornate under dress with pretty puff sleeves with lac...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1960 item #11561 (stock #5222L64)
This glistening treasure has faux pearls, transparent aqua glass beads, and faceted glass beads in ruby red.The emerald green faceted glass teardrops are elegant! Add to that tiny emerald prong set rhinestones and tiny emerald glass beads and this becomes a most charming necklace. Beautiful to look at, spectacular to wear. 17 1/4" at full extension. Long drops are 8", the two short ones are 5".
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Coin : Pre 1837 VR item #1060682
Pair coin silver serving spoons. Each with Fiddle and Shell pattern and faintly monogrammed "NP". Both marked "C" within six point star mark. Presumably American Federal period. Each overall length: 9 7/8", bowl length: 2 7/8". One weighs 1.6 oz (46 grams) and the other weighs 1.5 oz (42 grams) for a total of just over 3oz.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Art Nouveau : Pre 1910 item #1358070 (stock #TR846)
A highly stylish Art Nouveau pin made of 14Kt yellow gold with a diamond set in the center of the flower design. The pin is 1 ½ “high and ¾ “wide.
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1940 item #505875 (stock #160)
William Adam Carmel California hidden garden oil painting on canvas board framed in an original arts and crafts period frame. Signed lower right in excellent condition measuring approx. 12 x 16 inches a fine example of this sought after artists work.

Biography

William ADAM 1846 - 1931 William Constable Adam (1846-1931) was born in Tweedmouth, England on August 29, 1846. He studied under Delecluse in Paris, Brydall and Greenlees in Glasgow, and in Buenos Aires before immigrating to ...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1700 item #616314 (stock #JD-036)
A very rare Ming hair ornament made of four jade goldfish and a cicada held together by gold wiring made up of a butterfly and floral design. It originally had turquoise colored king fish feathers inlaid in the design.It also has the original metal wiring holding it together. Size: H. 5.5cm. W. 5cm. Jades average 2 cm. Condition: Normal ageing on the metal parts.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1321994 (stock #394)
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RESERVED.....thank you so much !!

From a rich house in Paris comes this nice Lady , it was found in a cabinet on the attic and was there more as 100 years.

Unfortunately the doll is not in perfect condition but she is pretty , needs nice clothing and your LOVE and she would be a little beauty again.

The 15" ( 38 cm ) doll was made for the French market , circa 1875 ..... by Simon and Halbig , has a very beautiful face with warm and gentle expression , lovely pale bisque and painting at bisque swivel head ...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1336956
Rare & elegant this sterling silver & faceted black obsidian bracelet was designed & signed circa 1950's by Taxco modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-09). Measuring 1 inch wide the bracelet will fit up to a 6 1/2" wrist comfortably. All 13 diamond shaped stones & silver are in beautiful condition. Attached safety chain & slide clasp are tight and secure. Hallmarks include the Antonio crown, eagle 17, 970 Silver, pattern # ZZ 715, sterling Mexico. Weight is 86 grams, 3oz. Pictured on p. 153 of the mu...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #1368165 (stock ##1772)
Very rare to founded of superb thinly Qinghai near like egg shell small bowl with transparent under the light, decorated to the interior centre with carved incised a plum flower head. Unglazed mouth rim and base with full of glaze. Condition is perfect, no any chip, no crack and free from any restoration. Song/Yuan Dynasty Jindezhen Qinghai ware. Diameter: 9,5 cm.
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1285179 (stock #HP/Ph586)
A triple faced phurba H 27 cm More information on request
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Plate : Pre 1900 item #1364318 (stock #9634)
An antique Rogers Star silver plated julep or punch or cocktail strainer spoon circa 1890. This 5-3/4" spoon has a pierced 2-3/4" across bowl and it was used to strain fruits and spices from juleps, punch or poured cocktails. It is stamped 1847 R.B. A1 for Rogers Brothers and it is in very good condition with no monograms, dents, corrosion, damage or repairs other than some minor bending to the join area of the handle and a bit of minor plating heel wear. All condition issues are noted. All i...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920 item #1353786
An unusual vintage post Edwardian English sterling silver miniature mirror pendant on a sterling chain. The 2-1/2" x 1-3/8" mirror is fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1916 with a C&N maker's mark, for Crisford and Norris. The 22" sterling silver chain with spring-ring catch is indistinctly marked on the loop, but tests as silver (it came with mirror, appears to be vintage but cannot guarantee it was purchased with mirror originally). A decorative but useful piece, great bridal accessory, to keep ...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Chinese Export : Pre 1930 item #1254521
Chinese enameled porcelain vase, decorated with natural scenery and includes artist's signature, from Republic period, 14 inches in height and in great condition, no imperfections.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1960 item #106069 (stock #Eug 1B)
Faceted glass beads and tiny mirrorback rhinestones form this necklace by Eugene. The pendant presents a glass bead flower head thatis surrrounded by gilt leaves. It is so chunky that the picture shows shadows where none exist. Please note the beautiful backing with the Eugene plaque. The whole of the necklace is very much in the Haskell style. Inside length 17". Pendant 2 5/8" by 2".
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #1400917
Miniature Chinese late Qing to Republic period wucai tripod censer with compressed body raised on three tapered legs decorated in underglaze blue and famille verte overglaze enamels with a pair of confronted green and red five-clawed dragons chasing a flaming pearl among clouds and flames set against a white porcelain ground. Two upright loop handles are at the rim. A six-character underglaze blue kaishu form Ming dynasty Chenghua reign mark is on the front of the waisted neck. Late 19th to e...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #1362395 (stock #BR-041)
Nicely cast bronze warrior from the Khengis Khan area. The uniform seems more Mongolian than Chinese. The weapon he was holding is gone probably made from an organic material. Size: H. 20cm. Base W. 9.5cm. Condition: No repairs. Some casting holes at the base.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 2000 item #1423214 (stock #38B12-20076)
A vintage 14Kt yellow gold 'Love' charm bracelet, with 5 gold charms suspended from a complex bracelet with circular and woven wirework links. The charms are variously set with seed pearls and amethyst and ruby gemstones. All but the largest charm are stamped 14K, one by Mendelsohn & Martinez, from Providence, RI. Size: 7.25 in. length. Weight: 58.5 grams. The largest square charm is gold but unmarked, with the saying 'I Love You.'
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1401418 (stock #192005)
Matilde Poulat was known for her reliquary silver work. She made beautiful crosses with ornate chain and statues adorned with stones. This cross and chain necklace has the block letters MATL on both the chain and the cross center piece. The chain measures 21 in. long with the drop being 2 1/8th inches tall. This chain is featured in the book MEXICAN JEWELRY BY MARY L. DAVIS AND GRETA PACK. Here it was used as a choice to display a cross. Each link is embedded with a branch of coral. The 3 layer...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1930 item #780761 (stock #TR571)
This platinum and diamond ring is a great example of 1920’s filigree work. The rectangular setting holds a 0.57Ct brilliant cut diamond that has an I color and VS2 clarity. The fine details of openwork on the setting are masterfully executed and the ring is in pristine condition. This ring not only makes a fantastic engagement ring, but anyone who appreciates the beauty and splendor created by yesteryear’s brilliant artisans will love it.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1960 item #1285380
Japanese limited-edition abstract sosaku hanga woodblock print by Hideo Hagiwara (1913-2007) titled "Bird." The print is pencil-signed, dated '58, and numbered 5/30 on the bottom margin. This print is an example of a reverse printed image on fine, transparent, slightly crinkled paper that is characteristic of his early work. There is an old inventory number (586A) at lower edge verso. Image size: 10 3/4"V x 14 3/4"H (paper: 13"V x 17"H). Very good overall condition. There are four tape sta...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1990 item #1177673 (stock #1301)
In the style of Matilde Poulat's jeweled hand-mirrors a vintage 1980s piece from Taxco having an ornate frame replete with wirework, beading and topped by two repousse Doves - Matl's favorite "Palomas". The mirror is encrusted with turquoise and coral cabs as well as pyramid-cut amethysts and it has an elongated, teardrop repousse handle. it is 5 1/8" tall by 2 3/8" wide and weighs 40.9 grams. Signed with maker's registration code "ME-02" as well as initials "CEL" and "925 STERLING MEXICO" it ...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1900 item #1376653 (stock #9755)
A Gorham sterling silver open sugar bowl dated 1899. This 2-3/4" tall tableware serving piece measures 7" across the handles and it is stamped with the Gorham lion/anchor/G STERLING mark with the Gorham year cipher for 1899. It weighs 209 grams and it is in excellent condition with no bends, corrosion or damage and it has a fancy engraved RLA (or RSA) monogram. We have the matching coffee pot and teapot - please see our other listings. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and ...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1157005 (stock #mexcitybrace)
This old Mexico City bracelet is well executed in the old repousse style that is puffy, crinkled and carved into a truly identifiable style that is synonymous with Matilde Poulat from her Mexico City beginnings. This bracelet has a thick silver base and the barrels are large in size showing how well made it is. There are no dents and no damage. The piece weighs 43 grams heavy and is 6.8 in. long. The center butterfly is 1.5in. tall and the bracelet link is .75in. tall. The stone is a very light ...
All Items : Archives : Lost Art : Asian Art : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #1411221
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...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #1295762
Water dropper with a straight round body shape with 3 sizes of triangular shapes on it like a pen rest, spout and 2 loops . Part of the body is decorated with calygraphi script on the shoulder. A frit to the spout and one lup is missing but no cracks, or hairlines and free from restorations. Measure 9 cm wide and 9 high...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #1399668
Set of four Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain wine cups decorated in the doucai style in underglaze blue and overglaze famille rose enamels with a butterfly among flowering plants. An underglaze blue geometric border is at the rim. A six-character blue kaishu Daoguang mark (1821-1859) is on the base and the set is probably of the period. There are faint lightly incised “CHINA” marks to the bases for export purposes. About 3 3/8” diameter x slightly over 2 1/2” high. Very good overall c...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1930 item #1342639 (stock #135)
The cover has a small loop with a center hole. The teapot has a "C" shaped handle with a gentle curving spout on the opposite side. The inside has been left unglazed with one square hole for the pouring spout.

The base is also unglazed and recessed. In the center is a 4 character mark of "Ge Mingxiang" surrounded by a square border.

There is a simple wave design within the clay that surrounds the teapot at the base.

The teapot is approximately 8" high by 9" wide...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1980 item #1486780 (stock #12523)


THREE WISE MONKEYS

See no evil, hear no evil, and speak no evil. Wood carving, Showa period, 20th century, Japan. Tallest (as Speak no evil): approx. H 14 x W 8 x D 5 cm (5.51 x 3.14 x 1.96in).


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All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Pre 1930 item #384238 (stock #BA718)
Circa 1920’s, this all original piece of Black Memorabilia advertising, Carter’s INKY RACER, comes complete with its very colorful and “graphically appealing” cardboard box along with the two original, rubber-stoppered, glass, ink-removing-solution bottles, and amazingly, the extremely rare, directions-for-use paper pamphlet!

Both the exterior and interior of the cardboard box features the well-known “running black boy logo” making this item an eye-appealing display piece!

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All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #443887 (stock #WA049)
The ultimate club chairs! It just does not get more stylish than this sleek pair. Deep caramel with black piping, wonderful curved arms & deep, comfortable seats – we are tempted to keep this pair for our own living room. Dimensions; 44” wide, 34” deep, 32” high
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #499959 (stock #lot171)
Description: A beautiful Longquan celadon cosmetic covered box was excavated with perfect condition. With charming lake-green glaze and evenly applied crackles and bubbles, the box was set with shallow dishes inside and molded decoration on cover. The excavation evidences were obvious when observing at hand in details which were hard to reveal in my pictures. And THE TRUE BEAUTY IS ASTONISHING IN REAL THAN IN THE PICTURES as well. Another longquan cosmetic box was dated a Northern Song piece as ...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1458984 (stock #1077)

Especially beautiful model of sweet German bisque doll by Kestner from circa 1890 with very lovely bisque and painting , very cute face expression , original body and wearing possible factory original .

Most beautiful and very cute 8" ( 21 cm ) Kestner bisque child , has bisque socket head of finest quality pale bisque with tender blushed cheeks and finest painted lashes and feathered brows , deep modeled closed mouth with fine accented lips , dimpled chinand hint of cute smile ...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1970 item #1323437
Spectacular, 3" long handmade sterling screw back earrings by Navajo Allen Kee created during his time as a benchsmith at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Arizona from 1946 to 1962, working beside Kenneth Begay. They are in fine original condition and weigh 17 grams total. Signed with the White Hogan hallmark sterling on the reverse of one earrings and Handmade AK on the reverse of the other. Allen Kee and Kenneth Begay produced more award winning jewelry then any other silversmiths of this p...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1990 item #1177167 (stock #Salasamebars)
What a sweet signed,authentic Matl Salas MS-12 amethyst bars necklace. Weighing in at 70 grams heavy with the bars hanging from the round medallion 1.25in. long and .5in wide. The light bounces off these bars with a multitude of purple colors from light to dark. The stones have internal striations but no cracks or chips with the entire piece having no damage what so ever. There is a 17in. wearable length and the presence packs a punch for it's size, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1357737
Rare & versatile this sterling silver & coral bead necklace was designed & signed c. 1940's by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Measuring 120 inches or 10 ft. long & weighing 85 grams this design can be draped around the neck several times depending on the mood or occasion. Both silver and coral beads are in beautiful condition. Fully hallmarked on the tight & secure clasp. For safety & because of age the necklace has been professionally restrung. A picture of this co...
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1960 item #1112629 (stock #39B14 10410)
Burgoyne A. Diller (1906-1965), untitled abstract and geometric mixed media drawing. Graphite and crayon on tissue paper. Initialed 'd' and dated '52' (1952.) This drawing bears exhibition labels from the Walker Art Center of Minneapolis, MN, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, as well as from Noah Goldowsky, Inc. Fine Arts, of New York. Condition is very good. Size: 15.25 inches x 8 inches (sight). Burgoyne Diller is considered to have been the pioneer of 'minimalism' in America.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1980 item #12511 (stock #1JD)
A very sophisticated gold plated set, with its emerald cut rhinestones and its faux pearls all in pristine rows.The double hinged bracelet is 2 1/4" by 1 5/8" inside dimensions. The top plate is 1/4" thick, 5/8" wide and 2 5/8" long. The clip earrings duplicate the bracelet plate and are 9/16" by 1".
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1970 item #1169017 (stock #31B4 A72)
'Men in Bowler Hats' by Lester Johnson (American, 1919-2010). Original silkscreen print, being an artist proof. Circa 1960s. Sheet size: 20 inches x 30 inches. Signed. Lester Johnson was an important painter and printmaker. He studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and then moved to New York in the late 1940s, where he became a leading advocate for figurative expressionism. Men wearing bowler hats in a congested environment was a popular and recurring theme for Johnson. He was a teacher ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #152581
Bold and beautiful sterling and black onyx bracelet by Los Ballesteros. I believe this is originally an Antonio Pineda design. These are V shaped links with onyx inset into the sides. Each link is hinged and moves. It is in fine original condition, no chips or cracks to the stones. It measures 8 1/4" end to end and is 1 1/2" wide. It weighs 140 grams and is signed for Los Ballesteros as shown in the photo. A fabulous looking piece.