All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #313618 (stock #T 876)
Still ticking! Late Art Deco Early Retro Bow Watch Pin Stamped Sterling with a nice gold wash w working Heart Shape time piece marked Avalon and U.10k R.G.P. Thick Convex Glass Crystal. 2 1/4" X 1 1/2" and weighs 1/2 Oz or 16 Grams. In very fine daily winding working condition. 06pm. Sold, no price, no info please
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #867908 (stock #WA 16-16)
We have never had this exact style of chair before. Wonderful vintage-contemporary look; striking stark lines. A deep, wide seat that invites an afternoon read. All original leather. Excellent overall condition. Circa 1930's. Dimensions: 41"L x 31-1/2"W x 31"H x 26" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Unsigned : Pre 1940 item #172439 (stock #T 414)
Not often will you find brass in this catalog's pages, but when you do, it is all Drama! A Costume Designer's answer to the next movie's needs. This Art Deco Bib Festoon Necklace has 3 Large Turquoise Pressed Pierced Czech Glass ovals 1.5" X 1.125" each! Very Nice Condition for age.
SOLD no price no info
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1940 item #1472553 (stock #BA981)
Measuring approximately 7.25 inches high, this difficult to find, Black Americana Vargas wax figure is mounted on its original wooden platform and is one of a series of fascinating "street character wax dolls" conceived of and crafted by Mrs. Concepcion Vargas Alfonso, daughter of the world-renowned, turn-of-the-20th century, New Orleans, Spanish sculptor, Francisco Vargas.

From approximately 1910 through the 1930's, Mrs...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1940 item #851959 (stock #287)
A large Chinese "Peach" bowl vibrantly decorated with "famille rose" enamels in 18th Century Imperial style. On the base is the mark 'Qianlong yu zhi'('Made by Imperial order of Qianlong') written in blue enamel enclosed by a double square. However this item was made later - probably during the 1920s or 1930s in the Republic period. Provenance - from the collection of the late Reverend Victor Farmer. Condition - there are three cracks (one with a re-glued chip) running from the rim...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1267765 (stock #matlbirdbroo)
Signed with an old hallmark of Matilde Poulat's Matl the repousse is in full regalia. Very well done with fine carving leaving a true feeling of the feathered bird. This is the larger sized version being 4 1/8thin. tall and 2.25in. wide. The weight is 36.5 grams heavy. This is a must have for the Matl collector and this one is an excellent example with the larger, full tail of 3 rings. No damage or flaws, just superb.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #438725 (stock #WA039)
Rare French wingback club chairs - these are probably the most comfortable pair we have ever had. Cushions have been recovered with new leather, the chairs are original. Deep French Roast color, worn rich patina, bun feet & nail head trim complete a classic design. Dimensions; 36” wide, 44” deep, 33” high
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #685481 (stock #WA 14-11)
This is an amazing single wingback clubchair in excellent original condition. Classic wing back style with nailed details. Front kick panel has been restored. Super deep comfortable seat with mohair cushions. Dimensions: 42" deep, 35" wide, 34" high, 28" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Unsigned : Pre 1940 item #400376 (stock #T 1308)
SOLD. REPLY: Regrets, no international service. If Mama ain't Happy, Nobody's Happy! These already made a collector who visits www.mimideeartwer.com smile! Hidden Clasp. Necklace Art Deco look with Vintage Beautiful Hand Made Lampworked Bright cobalt 'French Blue' Art Glass beads in assorted sizes, metal showing remnants of Rhodium plating and the beads in such fine shape for age! Measures 24 1/4" around with additional 3 3/4" Double Drop...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #963534 (stock #WA 17-12)
Dimensions: 32"L x 31"W x 33"H x 23" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1406063 (stock #9876)
A 14k diamond engagement or wedding ring from the 1930s. This size 6 ring is typical for the the late 1930s with a small 2 point diamond in an enhanced setting (used to give the impression of a larger stone). The shoulders on the 3/4 x 3/16" white gold setting are tooled with flower heads and this ring weighs 2.3 grams. It is unmarked and it tests as 14k (the white gold setting is probably 18k white gold) and the shank tests as 14k gold...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1940 item #710632 (stock #chan5ND)
Wonderful Chanel brooch from the 1930's. It is in excellent condition. There are five enamel flowers with leaves (the white one faces sideways), and the center and the perimeter of the bow are studded with clear, sparkling, tiny rhinestones. The metal back is silver color. Chanel in script is on the center back. 3 1/4" wide, 1 3/4" high. Quite chunky.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1131109 (stock #TR705)
A romantic ring from the 1920’s is this platinum filigree solitaire diamond ring. The very attractive design captures some early Art Deco elements. The 0.21Ct brilliant cut diamond is held by six beads in the hexagonal top.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #154767 (stock #T 266)
Vintage Hand Wrought Pin to Pendant. Hand Cut Open Oval with Applied Maya, Aztec, Mexican or Inca God Idol of better than 14K Gold. Marked 925. .5 Oz (16 grams). 2.25" long X 1.75" wide. SOLD, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #497956 (stock #T 1480)
SOLD. Signed with conjoined initials this period Art Deco 14K Gold Bracelet made up of beautifully 1" carved Carnelian rectangle open center stations. Signed with conjoined initials and marked 14K. Super condition! SOLD, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1940 item #798740 (stock #BA712)
Measuring 6 3/4 inches tall x 3 3/4 inches wide and deep, offered is this rarely found, all-original and vintage, French, BANANIA brand, Chocolate Banana breakfast food tin.

The now empty tin features the Banania brand trademark graphic of a smiling Blackamoor.

Condition is all-original with some wear to tin from use as seen in photos...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1940 item #1231657 (stock #AMBN-014)
A nicely carved natural amber pendant with one bat and leaf design. The bat represent longevity and happiness. The bat and happiness sound is in the Chinese language is similar - both pronounced Fu. Size: L. 2.5cm. Condition: No repairs, cracks or chips.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Unsigned : Pre 1940 item #12509 (stock #5170FX)
Delicate basket of pave rhinestones filled with colorful crystal flowers, all in the Deco style. 2 1/8" by 1 1/4".