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A fine 18th century Chinese molded celadon-glazed porcelain dish, finely decorated chrysantemum flower with foliated rim, covered overall in green glazed. DATE : Qianlong (1736 - 1795). SIZE : D = 28 cm CONDITION : very good condition, no chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restorations.
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Length = 6 cm
Excellent condition, no chips, cracks or hairlines and free from restorations, a minor tiny frit on the rim.
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USD 1800.00
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Length 14 cm Height 8 cm
Excellent conditions, no chips, cracks, or hairlines and free from restorations.
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Parra was known for quality and original designs. This heavy repousse bracelet has deep, sculpted swirls and nice amethysts with no cracks or chips. It is 1.25in. tall and weighs 64 grams. It is shown with a necklace already listed along side the bracelet. Very nice worn together. Properly hallmarked as shown with no dents. There is a few speckles of patina scattered around that have been magnified by the camera. The patina is natural with very dark recesses. Parra is always collector quality...
E & M Perez
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Finely cast in solid bronze, this pair of Komainu figures, also referred to as Shishi or guardian lions, are diminutive in size, measuring 3 1/8" high x 3", but maintain the fierce and powerful demeanor for which they are known. They have the traditional stance, and one has an open mouth, the other closed, with richly sculpted manes and tails.
The patina is very dark, with some verdigris evident in the crevasses, and very light wear where they were handled...
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Obviously influenced by the Spanish Colonial tradition, an early Deco Mexican silver and malachite necklace with the fleur-de-lis motif at center front! Distinctly Mexican in its craftsmanship and combination of materials, it is nonetheless more "discrete" and "romantic" than most pieces from this period. If you always wanted a vintage Mexican necklace that will catch the eye without overwhelming it, this was made for you...
ANDREA FATELL
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An exquisite 950 silver and "free form" smokey quartz ring by Brazilian jeweler Haroldo Burle Marx who was the brother of Roberto Burle Marx, also a jeweler and notable landscape architect. This ring comes in its original box and was purchased at The Altomar Collection, which was a small boutique in the Watergate Hotel in Washington D.C. from 1982 until 1999. Currently a size 8, it is suitable for a man or woman...
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Margot de Taxco design # 5120 with amethyst drops is rare. This beauty is properly hallmarked on both the chain and the drop. The necklace is 17.5 inches long and has a weight of 72 grams heavy. The repousse is deep and the patina is natural and dark in it's recesses. In some not all pictures the amethyst show internal striations when camera light was flooded upon them, but these are not cracks or pits and do not rise to the tops of the stones. They look dark in your hands with natural light...
Celadon Art Gallery
USD 1500.00
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Width 9.3 cm.
Excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or hairlines and free from restorations.
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Width 7.3 cm Height 4 cm.
Excellent conditions, no chips, cracks, or hairlines and free from restorations.
Made of gilt brass, decorated with kingfisher feathers, pears, red coral and jade. Dimensions: 13,5x5 cm. late 19th century. Condition: missing parts and age wear.
Made of gilt brass, decorated with kingfisher feathers. Seed pearls and beads..in the centre a crane, on the left a flower vase and on the right a gourd. Dimensions: 15x6 cm. Late 19th century. Condition: age wear and missing parts.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Himalayas : Pre 1900
item #1317084
(stock #TIB-011)
JJ Oriental
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A very rare Tibetan cabinet with many animal figures,religious items and scenes.
Size: H. 75.5cm. W. 47.8cm. D. 33.5cm
Condition: Normal wear.No repairs.
The Kura
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A bakumatsu era (mid 19th century) Shishi Koro of dark red clay covered in a rich green glaze from the Banko kilns in Mie. It is 14 x 24 x 8 cm (9 x 5-1/2 x 3 inches) and is in fine condition but for one clawed toe which has been chipped. This squat style of facial expression was popular from the declining years of the Edo period into the early Meiji, and fits the date of this piece perfectly.
ANDREA FATELL
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A colorful, vibrant, beautiful pin by Modernist Elsa Freund ( 1912-2001) who was born in Missouri and influenced by the beauty of the Ozarks. This one of a kind piece is hand forged sterling silver and the "stone" is clay fired with pulverized bits of glass, a method she developed, that her husband named "Elsaramics". The pin measures 2 1/2" by 2" and is in fine original condition, no chips or cracks. It is signed "Elsa" on the reverse of the pin as shown...
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Beautiful childlike Rabery Bebe with exemplary sculpting and best quality opf bisque and painting, original wig and body , beautiful antique costume.
28" ( 70 cm ) large very pretty bisque girl with rounded face bisque head of best pale quality , has superb large deep brown glass paperweight inset eyes with thick dark eyeliner , fine painted lashes and beautiful mauve- blushed eye shadow.
Brush-stroked and feathered brows , open mouth with two row of pearl white tiny porcela...
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This is a spectacular sterling and rose quartz necklace by Felipe Martinez. His workshop , Piedra Y Plata, opened in 1950, and was considered by his peers to be one of the best silver shops in Taxco. This necklace measures approximately 16-16 1/2" end to end ( it is curved so cannot measure exactly ) and is 5/8" wide at the center. It weighs 94 grams and is in fine original condition. There are no chips or cracks to the stones which are a soft, lovely pink. Signed as shown...
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Beautiful and rare to find all original tiny bisque Bebe with doll shop label by " Nadaud .... " which was on Luxury doll shop in Paris at 19th. century !!
9,5" ( 24 cm ) darling Bebe with finest quality bisque socket head with very sweet complexion , has pretty blue glass paperweight inset eyes and fine painted lower lashes . Brushstroked and feathered brows and on open mouth with tiny porcelain teeth between fine outlined lips...
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Published in Penny Morrill's latest book on Margot de Taxco's enamel work, the so called "Curling Lines" necklace is one of her most loved designs and definitely a piece that epitomizes her understanding of femininity and elegance. Deeply sculpted repousse links that bring to mind feathers dotted with perfect silver beads, lead to a gorgeous central piece where the silver twists and twirls like waves in the sea...
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A really challenging piece to photograph - all those surfaces that curve and turn and face each other just won't behave! - yet equally impressive and inventive in its design, this bracelet is based on a creation by Antonio Pineda that seems quite difficult to find. Signed by an unidentified maker in our case, it has powerful presence, the "sharpness" of the links' pointy ends softened by the warm caramel and brown tones in the tortoise shell inlay. You can see it here with a necklace also based...
This pin offers a bold design with an oxidized, textured surface and recessed center. The rounded edge is decorated with applied half-beads. There is a silver mark for Poland on the pin stem, but the mark is partial so doesn’t indicate city of assay or silver content. The piece is from the 1960s-1970s, is sturdy and exhibits a lustrous surface; the catch is formed from a wide band into an updated C-clasp. It measures 2 ¼ inches long by 1 ½ inches wide. Weight: 11.9 grams
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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...
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Rare factory original all bisque bare feet Mignonette for the French market by Simon and Halbig circa 1880 ..... has exceptional detail of modelling on pale bisque quality , rare bare feet and in factory all original generally excellent condition included costume !!
Mademoiselle Mignonette is 6" ( 16 cm ) ..... darling oval-faced child has swivel solid dome head , elongated throat , very beautiful almond - shaped blue glass enamel inset eyes with dar eyeliner encircling the eye...
E & M Perez
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With lovely detail, and movable wings, this spice container measures 8 3/4" long and is 3 3/4" high. The head detaches to show a shaker stopper and the wings are hinged to open. The feathered body is embossed all over, and at the ends of the wings, the tail, and the head feathers, there are raised tendrils, giving more depth and detail to the figure. The eyes are inset blue stones, and the figure is marked on the neck, underneath the overlap of the head, with what appears to be 800 (or 830) a...
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This is signed APA design # 10 as shown with a quality weight of 89 grams for both. The silver is thick with the links without tassels are 7/8th inches tall and with tassels 1 3/8th inches tall. The hand made bead work is extremely time consuming as the granulated beads are the tiniest beads to make. The wearable is 16in. long for the necklace and the bracelet is 7in. long. No damage and a superb choice for career wear just, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
Abacus Asian Art
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Generously sized, an early Matilde Poulat brooch featuring two of Matl's classic motifs, her repousse birds perched on the flowers of a stylized potted plant. Adorned with coral and turquoise, the pin can be enjoyed as such or as a pendant with the use of a simple pin-to-pendant converter. Beautifully made, playfully articulated, this is a must-have for the Poulat collector. The brooch measures 2 3/8" tall by just above 2 1/2" wide and weighs 26.7 grams. It is signed with Matl's name in script...
A fine, late Federal work table. Classical design four column - pedestal base with four swept legs, columns and legs with carved acanthus leaf decoration, terminating in brass paw feet on casters. Supporting a rectangular case of two graduated drawers, the case with deeply concave corners, the hinged top conforming to the case in shape. The top opening to a lined writing surface, also hinged, opening in turn with an easel support providing a canted work surface. Compartments flanking and storage...
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Classic Deco Mexico City work, this bracelet is a stunner and perfect to set the festive mood for the holidays yet not necessarily limited to this part of the year. One of the most visually impressive early pieces of this type (and quite hard to find), its links are big floral wreaths surrounding stylized bows and the bracelet is studded with turquoise cabochons. I haven't touched the patina but you could always give it a buff, if you like. Either way, the compliments will not stop coming. Havin...
The Kura
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A porcelain Koro by Mashimizu Zoroku II and decorated with a tiger by Tomita Keisen and enclosed in the original wooden box signed by both artists. It is 12 cm (5 inches) diameter, the same height with a solid silver hoya of woven net weave by signed by Koju.
Mashimizu Zoroku II (1861-1936) inherited the pottery tradition of his father, Zoroku I and grandfather Wake Kitei III in the Gojo zaka district of Kyoto. He was a well regarded member of the city’s literatus, and is remembered f...
Mashimizu Zoroku II (1861-1936) inherited the pottery tradition of his father, Zoroku I and grandfather Wake Kitei III in the Gojo zaka district of Kyoto. He was a well regarded member of the city’s literatus, and is remembered f...
Galerie Hafner
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A square porcelain plaque painted with different greens, overglaze blue, yellow, aubergine and iron red, mounted in a later European wooden frame. Depicting Hua Mulan, a legendary female warrior, who took her aged father's place in the army. Some orange peel, reverse without glaze. Condition: enamel colors with some wear. Dimension: plaque: 22.7 cm x 22.6 cm x 1 cm, with frame: c. 30 cm x 30 cm.
Period Pieces
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Here is a great pair of cuff links by Belais, one of the companies who pioneered the use of white gold. Very collectible. They are double sided, with decorated separating links, and each “end†measures 9/16†x1/2". They are marked “White Gold Front Belais 14kâ€, and “Talon Grip Trade Markâ€. They weigh 6.1g or .21oz, and the fronts are in very good condition. A bit of reddish metal – copper? – shows through on the backs, from wear which is consistent...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Georg Jensen : Pre 1980
item #1317890
(stock #TR775)
This spectacular vintage 1960s Georg Jensen brooch/watch pin can be worn alone, or the hidden hook on the back can be used to suspend a watch, fob, or charm. The piece is fully hallmarked and in excellent condition. The floral wreath shape measures 1 3/4" in diameter.
One Good Eye Silver
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Generous in size and studded with channel and bezel set stones, this is a glorious Matilde Poulat cross whether you wear it as an expression of your spirituality or as a work of art. Matl's signature wirework and beading combined with the patina the pendant has developed over time make for a strong, eye-catching presence. The hand-wrought chain that it comes with is Mexican as well and of the same period (yet not a Matl piece) and I believe it complements it in the best possible way. The cross p...
A rare and early chalk ware figure of a resting spaniel with finely molded detailing, glass eyes and the original finish. Circa 1870's to 1890's. Size: 16 inches long x 4 inches high x 11 inches deep. A few minor chips to the underside, not visible on the exterior, and minor scuffing consistent with the age.
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One of Margot's most opulent creations, the mirrored swans necklace is an ode to the art of repoussage and an avidly sought after piece. The example at hand, perfectly finished, with stunning patina and a richness that impresses without feeling pretentious is a comfortable 16 1/2" long (could even be a little more in wearable length due to the dip in between the swans). The mirrored swans part is 4 3/8" wide and has a 2 3/8" drop while the width at the chain is 3/8". The necklace weighs 81.9 ...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Himalayas : Pre 1920
item #1318085
A rare example of the wellknown Tibetan cups, with high quality repoussé silver depicting Buddhist symbols and a mask at the bottom.. H. 5,5 cm. Diameter 12 cm. This piece dates from the 19th to early 20th century. Made of high grade silver. Good age wear.
Porcelain charger glazed in blue and white and copper red. Diameter 27 cm. Jiajing period (1796-1820). Some chips to the rim, but no cracks or repairs.
Thomas R. Curtin (American, 1899-1977) - Snowed In. Oil on artist board. Circa 1950's - early 1960's. Painting size: 15 1/2 inches X 19 3/4 inches. Signed by artist in lower right. In this painting, Thomas Curtin has depicted a small farm house buried in deep snow during the height of a New England winter. As is typical in his works, he uses the shadows cast from trees in the late afternoon light to create a web-like pattern across the snow, while scattered flurries continue despite the sun...
Thomas R. Curtin (American, 1899-1977) - Winter Road. Oil on canvas. Circa early 1960's. Canvas size: 30 inches X 36 inches. Signed by artist in lower right. In this large canvas, Thomas Curtin has rendered a Vermont farm during a winter thaw. Shadows cast by a maple tree in the late afternoon sun intersect with muddy ruts in the dirt road as it approaches a farm house and its adjoining farm buildings. Curtin was born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. He studied at the prestigious National Acad...
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Very beautiful two piece early period fashion silk gown of two piece , one very pretty afternoon skirt with blouse ..... all complete hand sewn and in generally excellent condition .
On very beautiful outfit for on poupee like Huret , Rohmer or similar early fashion doll , of splendid silk taffeta in light brown color with tiny interwoven checkered pattern of pale purple . The skirt featured a wide fitted waistband with shaped front from which emanate two band over the shoulders a...
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Gorgeous small cabinet size Jules Steiner series C Bebe with early rounded and plump facial modeling of best pale bisque quality and excellent painting . Sweet sad face expression , splendid eyes , original body and wig , wearing original antique !!
Most beautiful early rounded face Bebe by Steiner in rare cabinet size 14,5" ( 36 cm ) , pale pressed bisque socket head with pretty clarity blue glass enamel inset paper weight eyes with rich spiral threading , delicately painted l...
Pair English George III knife boxes in Hepplewhite style. Circa 1800. Each box veneered in figured mahogany with boxwood stringing and serpentine shaped fronts. The sloping hinged lids are adorned with marquetry ovals depicting a dove on an olive branch on a hardwood ground. These boxes retain their internal cutlery dividers and have a star inlaid inside the lids. The boxes are in very good condition with some old veneer repair. Size: 14 1/2 inches high X 8 1/2 inches wide X 11 1/2 inches de...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Himalayas : Pre 1950
item #1318146
(stock #HP/Ma634)
Himalaya Primitive
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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
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Vintage assembled set of Antonio Pineda bracelets in a mod, minimalist design that features deeply carved semi-spheres out of each bangle's perimeter, with the empty areas oxidized to add drama to an otherwise simple form. I am very partial to sets of bangles and this pair wears comfortably with its discrete musicality reminding you of its presence. The bangles have an inner circumference of 8" and their width is 1/4". They weigh a combined 42.0 grams and are both fully and appropriately marked...
Galerie Hafner
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A gorgeous pair of tiny shoes with shaped heels and upturned toes for a Han Chinese lady with bound feet. Made of silk, embroidered with very fine Peking and satin stitch in gold-wrapped and colorful threads. The tall ankle cuffs decorated with brocaded ribbons. Cotton lining and leather soles. Condition: fine. Little insignificant patina, few brittle fabric areas. Please compare: "Fine Chinese Costume and Textiles from the Linda Wrigglesworth Collection": item no. 103. Dimension: length of sole...
E & M Perez
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By the renowned Mexican silversmith Salvador Teran, this pair of earrings are the epitome of the excellent mid-century designs which were produced in Mexico by the famous metalsmiths of Taxco and Mexico City. They are stamped on the back "Sterling Mexico Salvador 164". They measure 1 1/4" x 1" and are in excellent condition, with functioning screw back fasteners.
Himalaya Primitive
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A very nice Ghurra showing a stylized house on top , important signs of use and wonderfull patina. H29 cm
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Himalaya Primitive
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Superb Miniature Ghurra showing 4 protectors in the sitting position supporting a buffalo, very nice black and glossy patina, a great carving work. H 13.5 cm
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Himalaya Primitive
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an archaic wooden protector with a thick encrusted patina, resulting from smoke deposits and white mineral pigment (i.e. seto mato). the protector in the standing position with the hands joined in the namaste gesture. Hard wood, obvious signs of important age can be seen at the base, circa early to middle 20th, good condition H 37 cm
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Large late Ming dynasty Wanli period blue and white kraak ware export porcelain deep charger with a foliated rim decorated in the center within an eight-pointed medallion with a jardinière on a stand holding a fruit, peony, and plantain leaf bouquet with a fence in the background. The central design is encircled by a moulded eight panel border on the cavetto with stylized peach branches alternating with Daoist symbols. The back is decorated with eight panels holding lingzhi within a circle. ...
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Finely crafted Mughal rock crystal-hilted Khangar dagger. The grip finely carved, with rolled pommel and gold-inlaid steel bolster. The single-edged blade forged of actively-patterned wootz damascus steel. In its velvet-covered wooden scabbard. 19th century. Overall length approx 11 inches (27 cm).
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Chinese Hetian jade carving in form of a lingzhi, measurements as follows; 3 x 1.9 x 0.7 inches, no condition issues. Introduction; Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Hetian jade, a nephrite jade, is regarded as the only true jade in ancient China until Burmese jadeite becomes popular in late Qing Dynasty. The hardness of the Hetian jade is between 6 to 6.5 and density is between 2.96 to 3.17. Most of the nephrite jade in the world are green. However, there is a wide variety of Hetian nephrite jade ...
Antique Jabot sword pin replica of a Regulation 1821 Model U.S. Infantry Officer's sword, unmarked but testing as 14K gold, with white enamel, four round diamonds and a detailed eagle head pommel. Circa 1850-1860s. Size: 4 inches length. Weight: 3.9 dwt./6 grams. Excellent condition.
Vintage ladies Rolex oyster perpetual date wristwatch. Stainless steel and gold case, fluted gold bezel, black dial, cyclops lens over date aperture, self winding movement. Original jubilee model two-tone stainless and gold link bracelet (62523D.18). Purchased in 1980s. Running condition. No box.
Chinese Qing dynasty silk painted and embroidered panel finely rendered with a scene of an official and attendant on horseback passing traditional buildings set among clouds, rockery, and pine. Ink and color wash in "qing lu" (blue-green) colors provide accents and detail. The scene describes a Tang story of travelers heading to the 60th birthday celebration of a high official. The three gilt characters along the right side, "bed filled with hu," imply that the official had many sons and sons...
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Heavy, imposing, an undisputed beauty, this vintage sterling silver Alfredo Villasana lariat necklace with matching earrings represents the highest quality you can get in this genre. Thick rope and big tassels with luscious fringe can be worn with or without the special clip that comes with the lariat in a variety of configurations. Yet it is the presence of the matching earrings that makes this demi rare and irresistible. The necklace's chain length (without the tassels) is 35 1/2" and its thi...
Tiffany and Co. leaf pendant designed by Angela Cummings in 18K yellow gold, with the tip fashioned in Platinum and set with five round diamonds, suspended from an 18K yellow gold 18 inch chain. The leaf pendant measures 1 1/4 inches in length. Marked on the reverse 'Tiffany & Co. 18K Irid.Plat' Excellent condition. No box.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1800
item #1318389
(stock #39B14-14152)
English George III period sterling silver oval tea caddy, London, 1796, by John Crouch I and Thomas Hannam. Size: 4 inches high x 4 inches long x 2 1/2 inches deep. Excellent condition with no repairs or damage. Engraved on the front with a family crest. Fully hallmarked on the side and also on the lid with lion passant and maker's stamp. The wooden finial is carved and is secured to the cover with a sterling nut.
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With shallow, molded in the interior with a large leafy scroll, covered all over in a green glaze continuing over the unglazed foot rim to cover the base. 22,3 cm diam. Song Dynasty 12th-13th century
Star glaze line on the center, no chips or cracks and free from restorations.