An original period piece from the 1920-s is this 14Kt yellow gold filigree ring centered by a 9X7 millimeter emerald cut amethyst. The sides have amazing, intricate scroll work. The ring is a size 5 ¼ and can easily be sized.
An unusual, sancai glazed stoneware caparisoned elephant form vessel. The larger opening on its back is suggestive of a lime pot (our best guess) with only traces suggested by an off white cast on the sides of the otherwise buff colored unglazed interior. The trunk, curled above the head, ends in a smaller aperture but not optimal as a kendi...
Elegant Kenneth J Lane choker. Coral colored cabochons and tiny, tiny rhinestones surrounded by gold plated metal. Oval plaque on the back stamped KJL. 12 3/8" long with a 5" extension, 1 1/8" high.
Arts and Crafts oak foot stool by Gustav Stickley. Circa 1918. Size: 20 inches length x 14 inches x 16 inches ht. Conjoined decal. Original finish, replaced leather. Good condition. An attractive stool by the pre-eminent American manufacturer of Arts and Crafts furniture, and retaining the original colored Stickley decal.
Great Modernist design and a pretty saw tooth bezel set lapis stone in this large sterling brooch by Frank Patania Sr. Measuring 2 1/2" by 2", it weighs 20 grams and is signed as shown. Fine original condition. An unusual and bold pin from this master jeweler.
This champagne bucket is truly a unique find. Shaped like a wine glass, we've never seen one in this exact design before. It has a good weight to it, silverplate over brass. Circa 1960's. Measures 13-3/4" tall, 8-1/2" diameter at top, 7-1/4" diameter at the base.
A very rare crystal tiger from Burma/Thailand. Crystal was thought to have magical powers and the tiger represents strength. It is unknown how they drilled the holes to make it wearable.As you can see they were drilled at both ends, probably before the crystal was carved.
Age: over two thousand years old.
Size: L. 3cm. W. 1.5cm
Condition: Perfect.
A piece from the opening years of the Los Castillo taller this is a simply stunning bracelet! Despite the almost minimalist design, the cuff is breath-taking with its huge black onyx cab that centers its face and glistens whenever the light hits it. The sterling frame has thick twist-rope accents while big fleur-de-lis motifs flank the stone...
Very well crafted Chinese chalice depicting a writhing dragon chasing flaming pearl in high relief, bearing Chinese seal mark, early 20th century period. Size; Height of this item is 3.5 inches, no condition concerns.
Made for the traditional Argentinian and South American drink, yerba mate, this cup and bombilla are silver, both stamped with an 800 silver standard. The cup is nicely repoussed with floral and foliate elements on a cast silver serpentine base. The cup measures 5 1/4" high and the bombilla is 8 1/4" long. Together they weigh 6 troy ounces...
A blue & white bowl, decorated with horse riders to exterior and interior center with sitting figure within double circle. Ming dynasty early 16th century. Condition with a hairline, no chip and free from any restoration. Diameter: 15cm.
Of large size, and unusual form, this tramp art box contains two drawers and has a lift top revealing a section slightly deeper than the drawers. The top section is 1 1/2" deep, and the drawers are 1 1/4" deep. The lift top section has a mirror built into the top.
The box measures 14" x 10 1/4" and is roughly 12 1/2" high to top of finial.
Heavily decorated with layers of carved wood, some painted, some varnished, making a nice contrast...
Chinese carved jade pendant, depicting a man sitting in a lotus and holding some flower branch, 2 inches in height, no condition concerns. Provenance; From a NY collection.
Chinese bronze incense burner decorated with small Qilin on top, handle on each side, early to mid 20th century. Size; Height of this bronze item is 6 inches with diameter of 3 1/2 inches. Condition Report; Good condition.
Chinese blue and whites porcelain plates, decorated with temple and figures and lake view, late 19th/ early 20th century period. Size, diameter of each plate is 5 1/2 inches, in good condition with rim chips to one plate.
Desription:A water scoop or water basin was made from a natural burl wood.
Full of artistic form from mother nature, it can be used in a pracyical way or a display item on your modern cabinet.
The item was preserved in original condition in good patina eventhough being well cleaned. The original black and red pigment were still kept well inside the basin.
Width:21cm, Height:11.5cm.
Condition:Perfect.
19th century gouache of Naples bay, showing the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.
Frame size 11 1/8" x 14 3/4", sight size 3 3/4" x 7 3/4".
Gold leaf wood frame with double mat, top mat of textured silk, likely early to mid 20th century framing.
Gouache not signed, but not examined out of frame, and could be signed below mat on bottom.
Very fine detail of the Bay of Naples and Naples in the background, with smoke billowing from Mt. Vesuvius...
SILK JEOGORI JACKET
Basic upper garment of hanbok (traditional Korean costume) for women that wears with skirt as a pair outfit. Early 20th century.
Firm and glossy indigo blue silk and inner coton with expected ravels and discoloration due to aging, but not fatal damage like holes or rips.
Color to bottom edge: approx. 37cm (16.73in)
Sleeve edge to edge across the shoulders: approx. 140cm (55.11in)
Armpit to armpit: approx...