From a private collection, this is a stunning sterling necklace and two bracelets sold at the Rancho Alegre, the largest silver shop in Taxco during the 1960s-70s. The designer initials are TRM . I do not know who this silversmith is, however, they sold their work at the Rancho Alegre. This smashing set consists of a 17" necklace and two 8" bracelets. The pieces are all 3/4" wide and in fine original condition. There are NO dings or dents to the balls or domes...

Chinese Imperial yellow porcelain censer with frogs on lid and elephant handles. The pierced lid setting on a rounded form bowl on tripod legs impressed mark Daoguang period 1821-1850. In excellent condition no damage a fine addition to any collection.

A fine and rare Chinese Bronze portrait bust of a young woman. In excellent condition with a nice rich brown patina measuring approx. 5.5 in tall with rosewood stand 7 in. or 14 x 18 cm. A fine addition to any collection.

Chinese Ivory carved reclining beauty or doctors model circa 1900 measuring approx. 6.5 inches in length 16.5 cm. In excellent condition yellowing from age this piece would make a fine addition to any Ivory collection.

Japanese mixed metal bronze censer with gold silver and brass inlaid details of a rooster and hen with chick and a blossoming flower motif. In excellent condition no damage some slight variations in bronze patina. Measures approximately 7 inches tall or 18 cm. a fine form with tripod feet. This is beautiful example of Japanese Meiji period metal work.

Green Jade carved bat brooch or pin China circa 1900 with a silver filigree backing and pin mount. A fine quality translucent jade the brooch in excellent condition measures approx. 3 3/4 in. or 10 cm. wide. This jade brooch would make a fine addition to any jewelry collection.

Japanese Satsuma pottery vase with cobalt blue background and beautifully hand painted with the finest detailed images of flowering branches and nesting birds. Artist signed on bottom in excellent condition measuring approx. 5 in. tall 4 in. wide or 13 x 11 cm. An exquisite example of this sought after art form.

Two round and one boomerang shape ancient glass beads. Two round ones are a pale sea green and the larger one aqua blue. Size: Small: 1.8cm. Middle: 2.8cm. Large: 3.8cm. Condition: Perfect.

A 18th century Dutch painting school of Jan Vermeer of an interior scene Picturing a woman at work in a traditional 17th century kitchen. Oil on oak panel signed lower right P.V. Ameyden beautifully painted framed in a gilt decorative frame. Measuring approx. 12.5 in. by 14.5 in. framed size 16.5 x 18.5 inches. A fine decorative painting would be a nice addition to any collection.

Julian Walbridge Rix early California landscape oil on wood panel scene of Marin county landscape looking toward Mt. Tamalpias and San Francisco bay. Measuring approx. 10.5 in. by 13 in. framed in a ornate gilt frame 18 in. by 20 in. overall. A fine example of this renowned artists work.

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Known for poetic landscapes, often sunset, illuminated by atmospheric light, Julian Walbridge Rix was early in his career an active painter in California and then on the East Coast...

A beautiful Chinese export porcelain famille rose medallion large center bowl circa 1900. The bowl hand painted with traditional rose medallion motif of floral and butterfly designs plus mandarin figures and court scenes. Measuring 12 inches by 4 inches deep in excellent condition one minor restored flea bite to rim and some wear to enamel. A fine example.

This is a genuine theater puppet kashira representing the character Osome. It is not a souvenir. As you can see it is quite clean, however there are three faint vertical cracks in the gofun covering, beside the nose and up the right cheek. The gofun is stable. She wears her hair in an immaculate coiffure held with one unpretentious comb and a ribbon of chirimen silk. Two silver ornaments accent the very simple and attractive figure...

A very Large translucent pale blue-green glass earring from Southeast Asia, probably from Vietnam or Cambodia.The glass is in the form of a thick oval hoop that tapers at the ends. There is some soil encrustation on the ends from being buried. Size: Diameter 8cm. Condition: Perfect.

A beautiful Tiffany Favrile art glass large center bowl with engraved grape leaf designs signed LCT Favrile on bottom. A gold color with peacock blue hues accent this ribbed form bowl. Measuring approx. 12 inches across and 3 inches in depth in excellent condition no chips or cracks some minor use wear to center and bottom edge. A magnificent example of American art glass c. 1910.

Magnificent Chinese carved wood and polychrome figure of the Immortal Sage of Longevity. Finely detailed carving with painted enamel polychrome colors applied throughout probably from the first part of the 20th century. Measuring approx. 14.5 inches tall in excellent condition a fine addition to any collection.

Description: A charming nephrite green jade bracelet was from Song Dynasty. Kept in perfect condition when incursions with brownish tint were left on the surface, the bracelet was in plain form without any motifs. An attractive piece that can add more focus to your wrist. Date: Song Dynasty(12th century) Width:(outer rim 7.6, inner rim 5.8cm)

Gorham Sterling silver art nouveau floral design bowl elaborate monogrammed initials GER in center marked sterling with Gorham mark and number. In excellent condition some minor scratches measuring approx. 5.5 inches by 1.5 inches.

Fine Japanese Meiji period bronze hand warmer with applied dragon design side panels and bird motif handle with pierced lid with phoenix bird design. In excellent condition with a beautiful rich brown patina. Measuring approx. 6 inches long by 3.5 wide and 6.5 tall. A fine example would be a nice decorative piece for and collection.

Pre Colombian pottery figure of a standing man holding a basket over his head from the Nayarit area of west Mexico, dating between 200 B.C. and 200 A.D. Measuring approx. 11.5 inches tall in excellent antique condition with some minor professional restorations. Formerly purchased from the Seal and Bear Trading co. has been in a private collection for several years.

Chinese export porcelain bowl circa 1790 a beautiful example with hand painted floral sprays and a scalloped decorated rim. Measuring approx. 9 1/4 inches in diameter and 4 inches deep in excellent antique condition for a piece of its age with a couple of barely visible faint hairline stress cracks in the outside glaze probably from cooling in manufacturing and one minute flea bite on the outside rim (see pictures). A fine piece would be a nice addition to any collection.

Antique Italian oil painting portrait of a Cardinal by J. Rampollo signed lower left and titled on the reverse. The painting c.1890 is oil on board measuring approx. 10 in. by 15.5 inches. Framed in a beautiful antique gilt frame measuring 16.5 in. by 22.5 inches. The painting is in excellent condition the frame has some minor losses but shows very nicely and is ready to hang. J. Pampollo a highly skilled painter know for portraits of Cardinals and clergy.

Gilded Bronze Cloisonne Dragon Ewer, 18th Century

It is 11.5 inches (29 cm) tall by 9 inches (23 cm) wide. It weighs 4 pounds.

It is in good condition with no repairs, cracks, or chips, except a dent at the middle of the body (as seen in the photos).

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A blue glazed Song vase of unusual color for Song pieces. Size: H. 18.8cm. W. 15cm. Condition: No repairs

Rare 19th century complete bathing set consisting of a wash basin and covered water bottle. The interior of the wash basin is decorated in the famille rose palette with four reserves of architectural settings featuring knife-wielding guards, attendants, beauties and scholars engaged in study, the arts, and the daily activities of the gentry class. The panels encircle a matching central medallion...

Heavy Gilded Bronze Seated Shakyamuni, 18th Century

It is 4.25 inches (11 cm) tall, and 3 inches (7.5 cm) wide at the base.

It is in good condition with no dents, repairs, cracks, or chips, except missing an accessory at his hand (as seen in the photos).

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Antique early American tiger maple butterfly tavern table c.1760s. A fine and rare example of this most sought after piece of American furniture. Of very small diminutive Size with baluster turned splayed legs joined by pegged cross stretchers supporting a pegged oval top with grooved edges. This table is fully constructed with pegged mortise and tennon joints and retains its original pegs and hinges in very good all original condition for a antique of this age...

A rare, stunning bracelet by Modernist Joachim S'Paliu of Cordorba, Spain. Born in 1944, he produced a significant line of jewelry during the 1960's and 70's. The bracelet measures 6" around in the inside with a 7/8" opening. It is 2 5/8" wide at the enormous amethyst stone and surrounding silver cast frame front. The stones are just beautiful...

Sleek and elegant concave link bracelet by Antonio Pineda. The links are hinged so there is movement and fluidity to the bracelet. It measures 7" around in the inside, is 3/4" wide and weighs 115 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A great Antonio bracelet that will compliment many of his necklaces.

An exceptional 970 silver and onyx bracelet by Antonio Pineda,c.1955. This bracelet is featured on page 148 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk only with amethysts rather than onyx. It measures 7 3/4" around in the inside and is 1 3/4" wide. Fine original condition, no chips or cracks to the stones. It weighs 120 grams and is signed as shown. A great Antonio modernist bracelet.

One hundred herbs prayer bead bracelet from the boarder town between China and Tibet. These type of prayer bead is believed to be good for curing all types of sickness. The beads are made by compressing 100 herbs into a ball. There are 18 beads in all. Age: Pre 1920. Size: inside radius 7cm. It is stringed with a new stretch string to fit all. Condition: Very good for its age.

Circa 1920 Japanese Satsuma Button, just under 1" Cobalt blue glaze gold paint trees, bridge, water unglazed white self shank button. The artwork is almost impressionist in nature. Super condition! Please see camera shy pix as All Qs will be answered Here in lieu of email reply. SOLD, NO PRICE, NO INFO.

An important thangka depicting the succession of Dalai Lamas to the large one in the center of that period. The central image is surrounded by a host of guardian deities, bodhisattvas, asparas and symbolic animal figures. Size: L. 97cm. W. 72.7 cm. Inside measurement. Condition: No repairs, rips or tears on the painting. Some fraying of the silk, framing the artwork.

Description: A rare ivory pot with picturesque carvings on the surface was preserved in very good condition. Tinged due to age, the exquisite image of the carving was intended to describe a religious story. Date: 18th century, Provenance: Thailand Height: 10cm Width: 9.5cm.

A pair of iron Tibetan Phurbu Daggers. The top of the handles have four expressive faces of very good workmanship crowned with human skulls.The handle has a double lotus and eternal knots on each end.Above the blades there is a makara. Size: L. 21.7cm each. Condition: No repairs. Nice patina

Great looking sterling and 3 pearl ring by Antonio Pineda, c. 1950. It is a size 6 and in fine original condition. Beautifully made and solid at 17 grams. A particularly wonderful Antonio ring.

This is an official's seal for the Imperial Court for documents for minority people during the Tang Dynasty. Age:618 - 907 AD Size: 3.2 x 3.3cm. Condition: No repairs

SOLD. Very Vintage Antique 34", more than twice the length seen elsewhere, antique Stunning Shining Super Rich Red Necklace of 65 faceted graduated beads with a whopping 30mm (1 1/4") as the middle graduating to end in faceted 10mm barrel clasp beads all in red cognac hues! Original threading! Blinding, blazing light traveling through and light as a feather as it should be. Super fine! SOLD - no price, no info.

Description: A beautiful ivory sachet was carved in open work. With archaic patterns as the ground decoration, swirling dragons were carved vividly on both sides. The sachet can be used as a pendant when the cap was removable and a perfume dipped cotton can be easily put into it. Date: Early 20th Century.

A fun and sensual sterling necklace and bracelet by Margot De Taxco. It is sturdy and delicate at the same time. The silver dangles make a charming sound and dazzle the eye with movement. Yes, I love this set! The necklace is 16" end to end with the center section being 2 1/4" wide. The dangles hang 3/4" long. The bracelet is 6 3/4" end to end. Fine original condition. Signed as shown and numbered 5672. Perfectly delightful to wear.

 

This is the silver "pillow" bracelet by William Spratling. It is from his first design period, 1931-1946. Measuring 8" around in the inside and 1 1/8" wide, it has a pin closure and is in fine original condition. It weighs 86 grams and is featured on page 43 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. This is one of Spratlings' most recognizable bracelets and one of the most beautiful.

Stunning set created by contemporary designer Ian St Gielar for Stanley Hagler. This intricate design uses various sizes of glass beads, enamel flowers, multi-colored rhinestones, large cabochons and gold plated metal. The colors that St Gielar uses in this set work to make it truly unique and dramatic. Necklace is 19" end to end with a 3" extension, and links are 1 1/2" in diameter. Center link is 2 1/4" wide and 2 1/8" long. Clip earrings are 1 1/2" by 1 1/8". Necklace has two plaques: Stanle...

Sold, enjoy! Circa 1900 stamped 14K bench made open work ring with an 8 X 11mm genuine Egyptian scarab beetle in all it's original iridescent green & rust color glory! Ornate open work with jeweler's saw of years past. Size 9, yet can be resized by your jeweler, as this appears to have been resized many years ago. What a buy! Sold, no price, no info.

Great looking sterling and 4 cabachon amethyst bracelet from the Finnish manufacturer Kaunis Koru with a date mark of 1972. It is hinged in the back and the clasp is the center amethyst. The bracelet measures 7" around in the inside and is 1 1/4" wide. It weighs 54 grams, is in fine original condition and hallmarked as shown. Wonderful Scandinavian design!

A Satsuma lobed plate with hand painted chrysanthemums bamboo and a pair of birds circa 1900. This antique small dish measures 5" across and has typical fine gold decoration over the work and a notched or lobed gold trimmed edge. It has a signature on the back, and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, scrapes, losses, damage or repairs; it has some fine overall crazing, which is not unusual with Satsuma pottery. Items are secondhand and may have slight signs of gentle use. ...

All 4 SOLD. All are marked Sterling. Circa 1880 to 1930 Victorian to Art Deco Jelly Opal art glass, often erroneously called Saphiret, also referred to as Dragon's Breath or "Mexican Fire Opal", used by turn of last century Victorian, later Mexican & Native American jewelry makers such as Maisels. All 4 pins are bezel set in marked STERLING yet all have brass pinstems.

One of William Spratling most beautiful bracelets, this is a heavy silver cuff with silver cabachons surrounded by rope bezels. It measures 5 5/8" around in the inside and has a 1 1/4" opening. It is 1 7/8" wide and weighs 192 grams. Hallmarks from the Spratling First Design Period 1931-1946 as shown. Fine original condition. Museum quality Spratling.

Spectacular archer cuff by Antonio Pineda, c.1950. He was inspired by this design and also used it for a belt buckle. This solid bracelet weighs 134 grams, is 2 3/8" wide and 5 1/2" around in the inside with a 1" opening. Fine original condition and hallmarked as shown. It's terrific.

A bronze seal belonging to a Han General. The impression represents the symbol for gold. Size: W. 2.4 x 2.4cm. H. 2.7cm. Condition: Nice patina.

REPLY: No air bubbles. Vintage Art Deco Pools of Light approx 15mm Rock Crystal undrilled orbs SB earring pair. SB turn wheels are stamped STERLING. Images are seen reversed as they should be. In addition you can see 8mm fluted bell shape sterling beads for a total of 1 7/8". Sold, no price, no info

SOLD. Maybe unsigned F & B Foster & Bailey silver double black enamel filled bracelet stamped STERLING showing five 9mm bezel set "cat's eye" looking blue poured glass cabochons. Measuring 7 1/4" end to end slightly less when the hidden push V box clasp is engaged. Very nice vintage condition and all enamel is perfect. SOLD, no price, no info please.

Scrambled glass paperweight, millefiori, broken canes, chunks and blurred murrines cased in VASELINE glass by Fratelli Toso. Measures 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm) wide by 2 1/2 inches (6.3 cm) tall. Has KB Import label and Blue on silver foil AF MURANO Cockerel label. Condition is excellent with no bruises, cracks or scratches. Circa 1950 - 1960.

Black Suede Evening Bag by Koret. Perfect for a night at the theater or that special dinner out. Koret is known for their elegant design work and this bag is no exception. The bag measures 10 1/2 inches long and is 11 inches tall to the top of the handle. The interior has one zippered and two open compartments, the coin purse is attached to the interior of the bag by a slender gold chain. Gold hardware with leather trim. Circa 1980's.

Travel bag by Louis Vuitton; Monogram canvas in great vintage condition, clean inside with no odors. Exterior has one zippered and one open compartment, Interior has one zippered and two open compartments. Comes with keys. Originally sold by Saks Fifth Avenue. Bag measures 16 inches long by 14 tall by 8 inches wide. Circa 1970's.

Louis Vuitton Train Case, 1970's; 12 inches long; 8 inches tall by 8 inches deep. Monogram canvas in really nice condition, leather trim has been conditioned and polished; no lock or key; Shoulder strap shows some wear - any of these items can be replaced at a Louis Vuitton boutique.

American Character (Petite) SALLY, all composition, molded hair with painted features. Original shoes and socks, old appropriate clothes. Minor wear, great coloring. 12 inches tall. Marked Sally/A/Petite/Doll on back of neck. 15th Blue Book of Dolls lists as $225-250. Circa 1930.

15 inch tall Patsy, composition shoulder head with molded hair and painted features, composition arms and legs on a cloth body. The doll is in excellent codition with some very minor paint loss and is missing a couple toes on one foot(see photos). the line on her face near her right eye is not a crack but an over-long eyelash! The doll wears her original clothes, socks and shoes. Very sweet! Marked Effanbee, PATSY in an oval on back of neck. Circa 1925-1927. The 15th Blue Book of Dolls lists he...

Table form Cigar Lighter in Sterling silver. Lighter is shaped like an ornate Aladdin's lamp. The lighter is missing it's wick holder, and has a few minor dings. The piece is hallmarked Edinburgh and has the word STERLING and the number 80. The piece measures 4 inches (10.16 cm) long, 3 inches (7.62 cm) tall and is 1 7/8 inches (4.6 cm) wide. Circa 1923.

A glazed plate in blue and red depicting two birds, a chrysanthemum, bamboo and mountain scene. Size: Diameter.27cm. Age: Late Ching. Condition: No repairs

A very rare sterling and turquoise link bracelet by Frank Patania Sr. (1899-1964). Born in Italy, this silversmith came to the U.S. at an early age settling in the Southwest and achieved great recognition for his blending of European and Native American design. His pieces are rare to find and most of the bracelets he produced were cuffs. This incredible link bracelet is 7" end to end and 1 5.8" wide at the center link. The turquoise is bright and vibrant, saw toothed bezel set in a hand hammered...