All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Contemporary item #516207 (stock #T 1494)
'Mesmerizing' is what one client of Mimi Dee Artwear stated to describe the light dancing through vintage amber. Nine vintage 14mm rich red faceted beads, that passed the friction electrostatic acetone amber test, and New 18K GOLD (not gf, not vermeil) were used to make this delish bracelet! Although flat it measure 8.25, while the 18K Gold S hook is engaged it measures a comfortable 7" in the interior. Hand knotted for security! Only one. Sold, no price, no info.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1960 item #1244270 (stock #BA898)
Measuring 3 /12 inches high x 5 ¼ inches wide x 3 inches deep, this early 1950’s, USA-made, plastic, RED Aunt Jemima Recipe Box has seen some use but remains quite visually striking and in very good condition!

Manufactured by FOSTA Products, this highly sought after piece of Black Memorabilia is in lovely, all-original condition with very light, superficial surface wear as seen in photos; this wear is reflective of less-than-typical use...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1280370
Rare sterling silver & chrysocolla pin, brooch or fur clip designed and signed (1940's) by American and Taxco artist William Spratling (1900-67). Piece measures 3 1/2" X 2 1/2". Clip on reverse in perfect working order. Fully hallmarked. WS SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO STERLING. Spratling designed a necklace and bracelet similar to this pin. See spratlingsilver.com. Spratling designs are featured in the 20th Century Mexican silver collection at LACMA.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Pre 1900 item #776384 (stock #5804)
An Early American Pressed or Pattern Glass miniature 2-5/8" tall creamer in the Drum pattern, issued in the 1890s by Bryce Higbee & Co., Pittsburgh. This cream jug is possibly part of a child's set, and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs other than a bit of roughness on the right side of the spout and on the bottom ridge of the handle (these could be original to the manufacture)...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1970 item #1215448 (stock #12462)
Beautifully rendered emulations of Margot de Taxco's koi fish earrings, this pair is signed by a maker who is known among collectors of vintage Mexican jewelry for his prowess in the art of repoussage and the high quality of his work. I think the point I am trying to make is amply illustrated by the bold repousse, the dark oxidation in the recesses of the design and the care that went into the finishing touches...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1456991 (stock #1054)

Rare to find German bisque child by Simon and Halbig about circa 1900 with superb modeling of distinctive features enhanced by impressed sweet dimples in chin , bottom lips and lip corners and having original body and possible clothing !!

A very cute girl from a private France familie and now to offer to find a good new home for her :))

19" ( 48 cm ) doll with fine bisque socket head with blue glass sleep eyes with beautiful long painted lashes and feathered brows with slight...

All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1304042
This incredibly detailed 970 sterling silver and black obsidian bracelet was designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). The bracelet will comfortably fit up to a 6 7/8" wrist. The 5 panels measure 1 1/8" high. Each panel is inlayed, top and bottom with a crescent shaped lustrous black obsidian stone. The panels are connected by links that are capped with a faceted, bezel set black obsidian stone...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1700 item #929100 (stock #lot621)
Description: A bronze Karmapa Lama figure was finely cast.
Being preserved rarely with original gilding, this strikingly depicted statue was in sitting posture on a square pedestal.
Fine carving craftsmanship was well rendered in depicting the deity's facial expression in a natural way.
The bottom cover was a later restoration which was not unusual for Tibet bronze pieces.
Date: 16th Century.
Height: 11.9cm, Width: 8.5cm Depth: 6.4cm.
A FITTED SILK BOX IS INCLUDED.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #719406 (stock #20)
Ewer with stylised dragon handle, bluish white glaze stopping above the base which is flat and unglazed. Height = 10 cm. Yuan Dynasty 12th-13th. Condition spout missing, no more damage.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1970 item #444830 (stock #rober23L83)
Ornate and charming, this Robert set has all prong-set rhinestones. Note the gilt multi-level flowers with the faux pearl centers. Classic Robert. Necklace is 13" long with a 2" extension and is 1" wide, hook closing. Clip earrings are 1 5/8" by 1".
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1024137
Fabulous 970 silver necklace and bracelet set by Antonio PIneda.It is featured on page 128 of the catalogue from the Antonio Pineda exhibit titled SILVER SEDUCTION:THE ART OF MEXICAN MODERNIST ANTONIO PINEDA. The statement in the catalogue about these pieces reads "The ensemble made solely of silver evidences Pineda's love of pure form...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1448151 (stock #980)

Very cute tiny Mademoiselle Mignonette about 7"( 18 cm ) in generally all perfect original condition , has very gentle features with lovely painting and exemplary sculpting and with lovely bisque . All original all bisque body and lovely antique clothing , preserved included her trousseau in nice presentation from 19th...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1990 item #741841
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Fabulous 1980s clip earrings by Deanna Hamro, an American designer who is no longer making costume jewelry but has moved to fine jewelry. Stunning in matte goldtone with incredible aqua and chartreuse poured glass stones in the Byzantine/barbaric style first made popular by Chanel. The colors are more beautiful and richer than the photos depict. Marked DEANNA HAMRO. Nice size -- 2 1/2 inches long and 1 1/2 inches wide. Excellent condition. Photos enlarged to show detail.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #656876 (stock #CHOP-013)
Tang official's bronze seal of the 2nd rank. Size: 2.3 x 2cm. H. 1cm. Condition: No repairs. Nice patina.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1008347
Impeccable silver and inlaid amethyst bracelet and screw back earrings by Felipe Martinez who opened his workshop "Piedra Y Plata" in 1950. Measuring 7 1/8" end to end, the bracelet is 1" wide and weighs 63 grams. The earrings are 1" long. All pieces are in fine original condition, no chips or cracks to the stones which are a vibrant purple. Signed as shown...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1940 item #1120769 (stock #ANR3075)
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A Nihonga Scene mounted on a two panel screen of a thatched house in the winter forest, blossoms just opening on the garden trees by Takahashi Shiko (1897-1970). The scene has been created over a complete wash of white, making the crisp early spring morning real and sharp. The screen measures 74-1/2 x 67-1/2 inches (189 x 172 cm) and is in excellent condition bordered in a red lacquer frame typical of the 1920s and 30s and retains the original backing paper...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1426463 (stock #202006)
One of the finest cuffs out there. A Really magnificent Ortega still showing the inside gold wash which helps release the bracelet from the pressing. The feathered headdress and the intricate swirls of flowers on each side show a masterful designer. It wows with a 5.25 inches height. The diameter of the bracelet is 2.5 inches by 3 inches up the arm. It can be professionally sized to fit at no charge. Pressed perfectly with no light holes or damage...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1460687
This carved rough cut fire opal ring was constructed circa 1950's and is a size 6 1/2. The rectangular stone is 3/4" X 5/8". The stone is set in a silver frame and rises 3/8" high. Hallmarked ANTONIO TAXCO SILVER MADE IN MEXICO. The worn outline of the eagle stamp can be seen. Some surface wear on close inspection. Beautiful colors within seem to dance as the ring moves in the light.