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"...

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...

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...

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 ......

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.

12 " ( 31 cm ) .... Darling little girl in the French manner .... for French market circa 1885 ......

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...

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...

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...

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!

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...

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...

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.

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...