Important & rare this 1948-53 bracelet was designed & signed by modernist artist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). Measuring 1 1/4" high & 6 1/2" long the bracelet weighs 121 grams. In beautiful condition. The large amethyst cab stones are stunning giving this piece presence. Signed SILVER BY TONO MEXICO, marks used by Antonio from 1948-53. Both clasp and safety chain in fine working order...
Rare Small Chinese Han Dynasty Bronze Ding (Published)
This bronze ding was made during the Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 220). Its form, that of a three-legged covered cooking vessel, is well-known amongst Han Dynasty bronzes. However, most examples are larger; this is a rare small example. The body stands on three legs that are in the form of bears. On either side of the vessel are square handles...
ABOUT MAYA.....
Maya and her mother Veni began the Maya Company in 1985. Simply stated, they produce collectible wearable art be it jewelry or handbags. Their designs have been infused with the richest of materials from around the world like magnificent crystals, semi-precious stones and metallic accents. The man made hand molded resin purses featured in this catalog represent well the beautiful work of Maya...
Kokeshi, wooden folk toy of NE Japan. Height: 16.75". This is an example of the "Naruko-kei" tradition of Miyagi Prefecture. The artisan was Akiyama Tadao, born on November 7th, 1932 (Showa 17.) It is not dated, but was most likely made during the 1970's. For a brief story on "dentou" (traditional) kokeshi, please see our weblog, whch can be accessed through our Trocadero homepage.
Measuring 8.25 inches long, this vintage, Black Chef Spoon rest was made in JAPAN in the 1950's. Along with its jolly, wide-eyed caricature, the spoon rest features a rose-colored tulip painted on both sides and reads “SPOON- REST” in partially worn, brown lettering at the top of the chef’s hat. Note small "hanging hole" in back for display on the kitchen wall!
Very few of these pieces survive due to the high level of use they encountered...
Circa 1920’s, this all original piece of Black Memorabilia advertising, Carter’s INKY RACER, comes complete with its very colorful and “graphically appealing” cardboard box along with the two original, rubber-stoppered, glass, ink-removing-solution bottles, and amazingly, the extremely rare, directions-for-use paper pamphlet!
Both the exterior and interior of the cardboard box features the well-known “running black boy logo” making this item an eye-appealing display piece!
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In the shape of a barrel with a ball inside. h. 4 cm. For similar toggles: Margaret Duda - Traditional Chinese Toggles, page 132-133.
It was a very nice surprice to found a lovely French candy box with such cute content .... incluzded a very nice all bisque dolly which has very cute facial expression with lovely painting , a pale bisque socket head with pretty blue glass sleep eyes , fine painted lashes and feathered brows. She has small open mouth with tiny row of porcelain teeth at her accented lips and she has lovely dimpled chin.
Has un pierced ears and blonde mohair wig over pate ...
a typical himalayan primitive mask showing a glossy very old black patina , obvious signs of great age around early 20th or late 19th is likely, H 29cm , W 14 cm
More information on request, presented on a metal stand
Description: Three beautiful archaic glass beads of Warring States were excavated in good condition with only one minor chip on the surface of one of the beads. Date: Warring States (BC 770-220)
Width: 0.8cm, 0.5cm and 0.3cm
An Early American Queen Anne tiger maple highboy of a rare, small size. Circa 1760. New Hampshire origin. Size: 39 inches wide x 62.5 inches high x 21.5 inches deep. This two-part highboy is fashioned from strongly figured tiger maple, with pine secondary woods. The flat top upper chest features a dovetailed cornice molding and two drawers over three graduated drawers; the base with three drawers and supported on cabriole legs with pad feet...
A very rare and good pair of Kwan glaze enamel vases with lid. Ching dynasty 18th century Chienlung ware. Condition report available as request. Each High: 34.5 cm.
Obviously based on William Spratling's "Caviar" design, a vintage Deco Mexican silver bracelet adorned with turquoise cabs in cool shades of blue and green. Quite substantial, this piece wears like silk nevertheless - it is flexible by construction and will conform to your every little move...
"Memoirs of a Geisha" by Arthur Golden. New York: Alfred A. Knopf. 1997. First edition. Inscribed by the author. Hard cover with dust jacket. Excellent condition. Size: 9.5 inches x 6.75 inches. Popular novel recently made into a movie. Photos have some reflections from the acetate covering; these are not markings on the dust jacket.
Very rare to find doll size Mahogany tritop table from Huret era around 1855/60 for your early Fashion doll or small Bebe collection .
Of beautifully mahogany with natural finish , has three cabriolet legs and a center pedestal . To displaying three different sizes round beveled-edge shelves .
From France around 1860th. for early Fashion doll display like Huret ... Rohmer .....
Most beautiful French Navy style Bebe costume with matching bonnet for French or German doll about circa 18" (45-46cm).....fit perfect for Bru , Steiner , Jumeau , Eden Bebe or other pretty doll.
The complete outfit are most hand sewn of dark blue cashmere wool ornate with fine trim , French lace , hand embroidery and Jumeau red color silk and silk velvet ribbons .
The longer front part has fine small cotton strips matching to the dress collar.
Hand embroidery cotton trim ...
Spratling often used the butterfly in his jewelry and object designs. His rare bezel set amethyst and sterling silver tray measures 3 3/4" X 3 3/4" and weighs 72 grams. The piece is in beautiful condition. Spratling's hallmarks and eagle 30 impressed on the reverse.
A 10k yellow gold diamond tie tack or tie pin from the 1960s. This 7/16" x 1/4" man's tiepin or tie tack has a 2 point (size by gauge) genuine round brilliant cut diamond. It has a gold plated bulldog clasp and a t-bar and chain guard. It is stamped 10K with a maker's mark (also tested since the mark on the shaft is slightly worn, and diamond has been tested)...
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