All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1800 item #1287883 (stock #452ar)
Of large size, this Huanghuali root or burl Scholars object features an interior bowl shaped area, which is most likely a brush washer. It measures 14" in length, 8 3/4" wide, and is 5" high, and has a darkened and soft patina. The grain of the wood is visible in many areas, with both pronounced striations and larger areas of dark coloration. The wood grain is very dense, heavy, and it has the slightly sweet odor found in Huanghuali wood...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1900 item #1287901 (stock #MOR4517)
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A heavy hand forged iron candle-stand from a Buddhist temple in the shape of a burning jewel. It is 90 cm tall, 57 wide, base and legs 20 x 39 cm and dates from the 19th century. Very thick and heavy iron work.
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All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1950 item #1287973
Exquisite sterling silver box designed and signed circa 1940's by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The top of the box is designed to open by lifting the top section. Box weighs 284 grams, 10 oz. and measures 4 1/2" tall X 3 1/4" X 2 1/2" deep. Beautiful condition with no dents, dings or scratches to the box or top finial. Pictured on spratlingsilver.com where it is described as a cigarette box but the design is also referred to as a tea caddy or keep sake container...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #1288022 (stock #REV-001)
Qing dynasty jade libation cup with three rows of raised boss pattern around cup on a raised foot with two carved handles on either side. Fitted to a wooden base.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1288345 (stock #190)
Very pretty 24,5" / 62 cm French Doll with original costume and near mint body by Jumeau with rare mystery mark ..... unknown until this time !!

She has a very pretty face with very good quality of creamy bisque and beautiful painting...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1288383 (stock #JD-092)
A rare carved jade of an old man with a beard. Half of the jade on top is translucent and the bottom bottom half opaque. It is from the Hunan culture which was absorbed by the Han as their control spread over the whole of China. Size: H. 3.8cm. W. 1.3cm. See last three photos.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1288518 (stock #191)
Fantastic one of a kind antique silk and lace costume with lovely typical French details and matching bonnet ... fit perfect for Jumeau , Bru , Steiner , Gaultier or other pretty French or German doll about around 22" / 23" ( 57- 59 cm )

A gorgeous costume ...most hand sewn .... of wonderful light pink silk covered with fine French hand embroidery lace .

It is all complete in generally excellent fabric and lace condition at the 19th...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1288519 (stock #192)
Fantastic light blue and cream silk and velvet costume with matching bonnet fit perfect for French or German Doll about around 22" /23" ( 56 - 58 cm ) ......
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1288895 (stock #192)
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French Bisque Bebe by Jumeau ......
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1289019
This vintage wearable work of art comprised of sterling silver, turquoise and amethyst was designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico artist Matilde Poulat in the 1950's before her passing in 1960. Poulat signed her designs MATL. The necklace is 1 1/2" wide and 17 wearable inches long. Timeless in design the necklace looks fantastic with formal or casual wear. Gorgeous condition with no issues the necklace weighs 135 grams or 4.8 oz. Slide in clasp is tight and secure...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1289175
A beautiful sterling cuff bracelet c. 1950 by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs featuring a very complex and elaborate pattern of silver applique. The bracelet measures 6 1/2" end to end with an opening that can be made to accommodate either a smaller or larger wrist. The width varies from 2" to 1 1/2" and the weight is 98 grams. It has a wonderful patina that really accentuates the wire work. Fine original condition and signed as shown. Looks like a French cuff on the wrist. Just fabulous!!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1950 item #1289197
Featured on page 170 of the catalogue from the William Spratling exhibit MAESTROS de PLATA:WILLIAM SPRATLING and MEXICO'S SILVER RENAISSANCE, this is the Pre-Columbian Double Swirl Neckace by Los Castillo, c. 1940-45. Each link has a ball that acts as a rivet so the necklace is articulated. Measuring 16 1/2" end to end, it is 1 1/8" wide and weighs a very hefty 168 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. This is my very favorite Los Castillo necklace...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1289271 (stock #195)
A most beautiful French silk costume with matching wire bonnet in pretty pink color and most hand sewn .......
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1289273 (stock #197)
Very beautiful French straw basket with original silk flowers and ribbon decoration .

Look´s like on pretty Ester basket for on French Poupee or small Bebe .... finely strips of woven narrow straw with light blue colored strip .

Oval shape with nice light blue silk ribbon decorated handle , ends with pretty bows.

Has beautiful silk flowers decoration at one of the basket side.....

All Items : Archives : Pre 1930 item #1289312 (stock #HP/Ph591)
H 22 cm More information on request
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1289314 (stock #HP/Ph593)
H 25 cm More Information on request
All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1289315 (stock #HP/Ph594)
H 22.5cm More information on request
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1837 VR item #1289459 (stock #TIB-005)
A lacquered wood manuscript cover with the rectangular panel carved with scrolling foliate tendrils with a carved vase in the center. Age: 18th Century. Size: L. 37cm. H.14cm. Condition: Normal ageing with and old chip on the left edge and age crack on the right side.