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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Age: Mid 19th century

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

Condition: Good condition, no breaks and or cracks

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

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

Spratling used the jaguar in several designs including his iconic Double Jaguar necklace and his large brooches both in amethyst and tortoise. This unusual bracelet measures 7" long x 1 1/8" high and weighs 101 grams. Each of the hand hammered, curved discs carry an applied repousse jaguar with half dome ball. Beautiful vintage condition and patina. A three link version of this bracelet is pictured on p. 25 of WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE by Penny Morrill...

A rare Buddhist temple banner composed of a central ruyi shaped panel and three suspending streamers with pointed ends and tassels...

This vintage 1960-s heart shaped onyx ring is set in 14Kt yellow gold. The heart shaped onyx is decorated by a single cut diamond set in a white gold heart in the center of the onyx. The top of the ring measures 5/8” high and ½” wide. The ring is a size 7 and can easily be sized.

This ring contains a round micro mosaic in black onyx or marble, of a white dove flying with an olive branch. The gold setting is very creative, a gold wire wound around the stone, raised above the band, which is doubled and held with additional wrapping. One of the gold wire strands is twisted, most are square and untwisted. The band measures size 6, and the ring sits high over the finger. Such micro mosaic jewelry has a long history, from ancient times, and became very popular during the G...

Properly signed FD for Fred Davis this is a 2in. tall, striking bracelet. Solid, thick, heavy and 7.5in. long with the shield shape glowing from higher than 925 silver. You do not see this extra large size very often so this is a rare opportunity to add to your collection. 86 grams of masterful workmanship I love to see the hand hammering on the underneath from it's making. Goes with anything you wear. Some tarnish and reflection in some of the photos. No damage or flaws. Collector and museum qu...

Big and dramatic, this gold plate brooch by William deLillo depicts a lizard or gecko, his body with four raised sections, all four feet with splayed toes. It measures 4' wide, 2 1/2" high, and has a c clasp closure with safety catch. It is signed on the back in an oval cartouche with the deLillo name. Gold plate over brass, there are some sections where the plate is rubbed a bit, and there are some very small spots, all visible in close up photos. This form is quite rare, and like some of d...

Rare 13 , 5" ( 34 cm ) German wooden shoulder head doll in excellent condition to age around 1835 / 40 , wearing her beautiful antique costume and bakery peddler basket . She has an wooden shoulder head with black carved hair of original coloring and rare hair style with wavy hair and knots . Beautiful original painting of facial features with kindly expression and heart-shaped mouth . Her head has original finish and an long narrow neck . Original glaze leather hand stitched body and li...

We are excited to could offer an very rare French bisque pouppe from a small manufacture in Paris by " Brasseur - Videlier " around 1863 .....the rare facial expression doll´s from this manufacture are special rare to find and so is this beautiful doll a special treasure for your collection !! If you are looking for special and unusual faces you will love her ......... an superb early Poupee has unusual adult face expression with lovely pale bisque , originl kid body and wearing with her or...

This rosewood and sterling silver bracelet was designed and signed circa early 1940's by Taxco Mexico artist William Spratling. Bracelet measures 1 3/8" wide with an interior length of 7". Comprised of 14 hinged panels each mounted with 3 pyramid shapes. Weight 110 grams. Pin hinge closure with safety chain works perfectly. Beautiful condition with excellent vintage patina on both wood and silver. Fully signed with Spratling's early 1940's hallmarks. This design is pictured on p. 49 of MEXICAN S...

In the 1940's Spratling designed this sculptural piece to hold a pack of cigarettes. Today it could be used as a decorative business card or pen holder on a desk or side table. Measuring 3" high and 2 1/4" across the piece is in beautiful condition. Pictured in WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE and on spratlingsilver.com.

During his long career, Spralting designs included many household items in sterling silver. This vintage sterling and rosewood tea strainer appears to be a bird in flight. Measuring 6" long X 2 3/4" the piece is in beautiful condition. Hallmarked on the reverse. Pictured on spratlingsilver.com.

Chinese Republic period porcelain plaque decorated in famille rose enamels with the eight immortals standing outdoors under a pine tree with bats flying overhead. Produced by the Jiangxi Porcelain Company at Pearl Mountain and dated 1924. Nice quality wood frame. Porcelain measures 15 1/8" x 9 7/8" (with frame: 16 3/8" x 11 1/4"). Very good overall condition. There are tiny brown scattered spots in the glaze from the original production. From the estate of an old Scottsdale, Arizona antiqu...

We have a very special William Spratling Petate bracelet suitable to add to the finest collections. The weight is 156 grams and the height is 2 3/8th inches. The criss cross is hand carved. The barrels are cut on an angle providing a sleek look. The patina is dark and natural. This is a surprising design that is stunning on the underside and beautiful on the top side as well. No damage to the silver and lays perfectly on the wrist.

An astonishing Los Ballesteros Mexican silver modernist bracelet in the type of hinged bangles the workshop excelled in producing, this is a design I have never encountered before and it is literally "crowned" by the hugest quartz gem ever! The gem's color is the smokiest, deepest "whiskey" - one can feel oneself sinking in its alluring depths yet still not be able to take one's eyes off it. The setting housing it raises it proudly above the arm while also protecting it with its generous proport...

41 in. long and 3/8th inch tall. The weight is 199 grams of quality silver work. We have a signature and eagle of Villasana and the finer chain hanging from the tassels which indicate the oldest rope necklaces of the era. The tassels have a beautiful brushed silver top and a braided bottom. I will be listing a smaller in diameter one this week as well. There is a clamp to go with it when tying at different lengths or just tie as shown. A picture will be added later of the clamp. I can not be wi...

Beautifully carved, this soapstone figure really captures the essence of the stately Polar Bear. He stands 3 3/4" high, 8 1/4" wide, and is 4 3/4" deep, and weighs roughly 4 pounds and 4 ounces. The soapstone is a mottled brown/green, with spots of black, rust, and tan, and has black inlaid eyes. The simplified form is just elegant and lovely, and clearly demonstrates the talent of the carver. In good condition, a few scrapes to the surface, and some colored spots that may or may not be orig...

Large and heavy carved soapstone eagle, with original label, numbers, and initials. Is 8 1/2" high, 7 1/2" wide, and 4 1/4" deep and weighs just a bit under 10 pounds. Very stylized form, with hooked beak, incised eyes and long sharp talons, he sits on a rock or stump. Very slight details for wings. In black soapstone, with some slightly lighter areas and striations visible, the sculpture has a very lovely almost waxy patina. In good condition, a few scratches to surface, but no chips or ...

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Quite a rare vintage Japanese artisan's tool. Showa period, early 20th century. Simple and unique form with aesthetic texture. approx. 20 x 26cm (7.87 x 10.23in), H 13cm (5.11in)


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Early all original paper mache poupee for the French market about around 1845/49 preserved in original oval wooden box and included some extra clothing like trousseau . A beautiful doll with provenance , she belonged to the familie of " Madame Elise - Jules Mutheaus " and the box are date at 1849. It was not a rich familie but they had this beautiful doll over several generations until the familie sold it for some month to me. It is a all original condition and most beautiful early French...

Very fine and rare Japanese Edo era Hasami Bako, or storage/traveling box, measuring roughly 12" wide (including brass hanging hooks on sides), 5 1/2" deep, and 6 1/8" high. It dates to the late Edo era, some time between 1780 and 1850. The top is slightly domed, as is visible in some photos, and all edges and corners are decorated with incised brass metal sections, and two U shaped handles are on both ends, and can stand upright, as would be the carrying position for a larger trunk. The box...

Massive Chinese Qing dynasty baluster form lidded general’s helmet jar decorated in underglaze blue on a white porcelain ground with a Yuan inspired pond scene of ducks swimming among lotus. A ruyi-head border and four animal mask handles are high on the shoulder below the short neck. A lappet band extends around the tapering foot. The slightly recessed base is unglazed. A Buddhist lion dog finial is at the top of the wide domed lid. 24 1/2” high x about 15" diameter. Weight: 35 lbs. The s...

Rare small Premier Nursing Bebe by Leon Casimir Bru model " Brevete" from France circa 1879 - 85 ...... has generally all perfect condition and was found from a rich privet house at south of France. A nursing Brevete Bebe is very rare to find like her later sister Bru Jne. Teteur and so we are thrilled to could offer you one of the rare Premier Nursing doll´s by Bru Brevete. [[The Bru factory described this Bebe as " .... the most gracious toy ever made to this day ... "]] She is an very...

Rare to find first period Polichinelle Poupee in all original condition from France circa 1880 ..... one of the first Polichinelle doll´s was offered in France , with typical character face of an classic Polichinelle features with lovely painting and original silk sateen outfit . An Polichinelle was the most popularity character guy in France at the end of 19th. century and they was most often too find in France advertising Etrennes catalogs and publicity posters .... as typical symbols for ...

Very nice bisque doll by Jules Verlingue ..... France around 1900 .... has generally all perfect condition with original French Body and lovely factory clothing . She has lovely quality of bisque socket head with large blue inset glass eyes with fine painted lashes and single brows , open mouth with a row of white porcelain teeth between here outlined lips . Original brunette mohair wig which was never removed from her head . But please no worry ... we check the head precisely and she is f...

Very nice 19th. century paper covered gift box with beautiful litho picture and gold paper decoration , filled now inside with beautiful trousseau and accessory for the little all bisque Mignonette. Mademoiselle is presented in this beautiful box as well !! Has all complete generally excellent condition, is only a little dusty ..... Other similar of this Presentation gift box was sold before in the Theriault´s auction.... and we are pleased to got this from a privat collection and could...

We could offer here an outstanding model of Bru´s Bebe from his " Golden Age " in size 9 ..... enhances the stunning sculpting with implied tiny pale tongue tip , sweet dimpled chin and superb child like facial expression with modeling of brows , very beautiful bisque hands and original Chevrot body . A stunning rare Bebe which will catch your heart and will make you happy at each day in your life !!!! Special beautiful Bru Bebe presented in her luxury all complete fittings ! She is an...

A headdress with a rounded crown and a wide flat brim, the interior made of woven bamboo, covered with yellow silk damask showing roundels with five-clawed dragons. The top ending in a red silk knot above ruyi border. The underside of the brim covered with red silk, the sweatband made of leather. Edged with key fret brocade. Condition: traces of usage, some losses (please look at the photos carefully - they make part of the condition report), brim with paper label residue and few stains, a bit d...

Fine Chinese 9th - 10th Century Stoneware Ewer

This fine and rare stoneware ewer was made during the 9th to 10th century (from the end of the Tang Dynasty AD 608 - 916, the Five Dynasties period AD 907 - 960, to the Northern Song Dynasty (AD 960 - 1127), most likely a product of one of the Guangdong kilns. Both inner and outer surfaces are coated in a very finely-crackled olive-green glaze. The base and extreme lower body remain unglazed where the exposed stoneware body has fired from a pale...

Rare Large Chinese Southern Dynasties Stoneware Jar

This rare stoneware jar was made during the Southern Dynasties period (AD 420 - 589). Such wares from this period are relatively rare and quite distinctive. This jar has a flat base, a wide mouth and a series of "square-cut" loop handles placed around the shoulder: a pair of single handles opposite each other as well as a pair of double handles opposite each other. In between the handles there are two finely-incised lines that surround the ...

This handsome sterling silver box with hand carved malachite stone was designed by Frederick Davis (1880-1961). The hinged box measures 3 1/2" X 3 1/4" X 1 1/2" high and weighs 150 grams. In beautiful condition with no dents or dings. Davis was known to have collected stone artifacts in his travels around Mexico using them in his various silver designs. Hallmarked FD 925 on the bottom of the box.

This sleek, heavy and solid sterling silver piece was designed in the 1930's by William Spratling. Weighing 120 grams the letter opener and paperweight measures 5 inches long and is in beautiful condition with nice patina. No dents or dings. Spratling also designed a rosewood and silver version of the design shown in a picture here.

A 14k rose gold garnet solitaire ring from the 1910-20 era. This late Edwardian size 6-3/4 ring features a claw-set 2.4 carat (calculated) round faceted deep red garnet in a 3/8" across setting. This ring weighs 3.3 grams, it is stamped 14KL M&O'S with a maker's mark and it is inscribed EVELYN JULY 30 1919 inside the hoop. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues...

A 10k yellow gold lapis lazuli cabochon ring from the 1910-20 era. This size 7 ring features a cabochon 57 point (calculated) deep blue stone bezel-set in a late Edwardian-early Art Deco 7/16 x 1/4" setting. The shoulders are hand tooled, this ring weighs 1.9 grams and it is stamped 10K with a maker's mark. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all...

We have an old block hallmark on this lovely reliquary necklace. Original chain and has the chatelaine still with the piece that the cross hangs from. Length for the chain is 18.5in. The cross is 2.75in. long and just shy of 2.5in. across. The weight is 65 grams of thick silver. Reliquary items were and are important symbols of the day to day life in Mexico. This is a rare one and in excellent condition with no repairs or damage just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Exquisite Los Ballesteros Mexican silver necklace with geometric links cut out of thick sterling sheet, this piece is adorned with eight faceted, gem quality amethysts. Securely held in place with substantial prongs, the gems are open-backed to take advantage of the sparkle that light bestows to them as it filters through. This is a dressy necklace, elegant and eye-catching, and it has all the characteristics of the best Los Ballesteros jewelry. A pleasure to behold, it is also quite comfortable...

Early portrait of a gentleman in dark coat with white shirt and ascot, mid to early 19th century. With frame it measures 15" x 12", and the stretcher measures 13 3/8" x 10 3/8". Stretcher appears old, but may not be original. Frame is not period, but has good age, gold leaf over wood. The canvas is stable and shows craquelure over the entire surface, visible in close up photos. Unsigned, which is usually the case, and there is no information as to the identity of the sitter. Frame has ...

19th century gouache of Naples bay, showing the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Frame size 11 1/8" x 14 3/4", sight size 3 3/4" x 7 3/4". Gold leaf wood frame with double mat, top mat of textured silk, likely early to mid 20th century framing. Gouache not signed, but not examined out of frame, and could be signed below mat on bottom. Very fine detail of the Bay of Naples and Naples in the background, with smoke billowing from Mt. Vesuvius. The two masted schooner is also steam powered, with chimn...

12 " ( 31 cm ) .... Darling little girl in the French manner .... for French market circa 1885 .... has all perfect condition and pretty expression of on little girl !! Best quality of pale bisque and painting solid domed socket head with brown glass inset paperweight inset eyes with fine painted long lashes and widely feathered brows. She has on closed mouth with defined space between her outlined lips. Pierced ears and brunette mohair wig . Head mark at back : III Generally all perf...

Fine Song Dynasty Brown glaze bowl. There is a small chip to the rim, but otherwise in very good condition. High resolution images may be emailed on request.

Happy expression early period French Bebe´s by Gaultier / Blockletter size 11 about 24 " ( 61 cm ), the most beautifully and rare Bebe by early period of Gaultier company with her pretty antique clothing and so lovely expression is this Bebe an eye-catcher for everybody and each good doll collection !!! Generally excellent block letter marking Bebe by Gaultier ... France circa 1880 .... in rare larger size about 24 " ( 61 cm ) with best quality of pale pressed bisque and softly blushed com...

A rare bowl by Ninnami Dohachi from the Sangama kiln dating from the later Edo period wrapped in a silk pouch and enclosed in a fine custom made Kiri-wood collectors box. Deeply impressed into the base is the six sided Sangama kiln mark. It is 5-1/2 x 5 x 3 inches (13 x 12.5 x 9 cm) and is in excellent condition.
Ninnami Dohachi II and his son (the future Dohachi III) were invited by the local lord Matsudaira to produce pottery at the Sangama kiln in Sanuki Kuni on the island of Shikoku...

This sleek, modernist and eye catching brooch was designed in the 1940-50's by artist Valentin Vidauretta during his time at Hector Aguilar's Taller Borda in Taxco, Mexico. Signed Valentin jewelry designs rarely turn up. The pin measures 2 1/4" across X 1 1/4" high. Both stones & silver are in beautiful condition as is the pin back and safety lock. A Valentin bracelet of similar design is pictured on p. 113 of MEXICAN SILVER, 4th edition by Penny Morrill. The chapter on Valentin, his life, art a...

Signed Sterling, with the number 136 and a makers mark that looks like a crown over a leaf, with a letter in the center. It measures 10 1/4 high x 8 1/2" from spout to outer edge of handle, and the square base is 3 7/8". Nice weight, 28 troy ounces. Monogrammed in script on one side, visible in photos. Simple and elegant design, with beading around lip, shoulder of vessel, and around square base. In excellent condition, some minor wear issues from usage, some light tarnish, clean on insid...

Large Thai 14th - 15th Century Sawankhalok Jar

This stoneware jar, or bottle of globular form was made during the 14th - 15th centuries at one of the Sawankhalok kilns. It is particularly heavily-potted. Around the shoulder and lower body are repeated bands of lightly incised lines. There are two small loop handles at the neck. It is coated in a finely-crackled greenish-grey glaze that falls short of the foot revealing the dark reddish brown stoneware body. To the base is the circular mark ...

The golden orb shines out like the light of Buddhism from between the dark clouds on this exquisite 19th century image by Wada Gozan, priest of Jinko-in Temple. Ink and gold-pigment on silk in a patterned silk border with wood rollers in a period kiri-wood box titled Tsuki no ga Yokomono Ippuku (1 wide painting of moon) Wada Gozan koto (of Wada Gozan), annotated by Kuten. It is 25 x 48-1/2 inches (63.5 x 123.5 cm) and is in overall fine condition, with a minor wrinkle in the lower border. Wa...

One of the rarest, in my experience, bracelets by Margot de Taxco out of her, influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement, hand-hammered and oxidized line of jewelry, the Quetzalcoatl mirrored on this clamper's opposing wings is fierce and awe-inspiring. Monumental in its presence, the bracelet is an ode to Mexico's rich cultural history and definitely not a piece for the ... faint-of-heart. I am thrilled I was lucky enough to find it and am more than proud to be presenting it here. The bracelet ...