All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1930 item #381287 (stock #T 1260)
Sold. Unmarked Tiny White Beige Moth on Morpho Blue Butterfly Wing Background on one side with more wing on other side both under domed beveled glass just under 1" gold filled pendant on a newer marked 14K Gold 16 1/2" chain. Very nice condition. Sold, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1800 item #379002 (stock #lot035)
Description: A beautiful molded and sculpted porcelain brush holder in a shape of thorns was kept intact from 17th century of Qing Dynasty. Condition: Perfect with natural firing crackles. Provenance: Jingdezhen. Height:13.5cm Width: 8cm(top)
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1920 item #378920 (stock #308)
A Pair of English Silver Candlesticks from Birmingham, 1915, in the Classical Corinthian Column Style; 4 3/4" high and in excellent condition. The mark is HW, probably Hy, Wilkenson, Ltd. Note that although they are not a set, these candlesticks can be matched with Item number 378917 (our stock number 309)
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1920 item #378917 (stock #309)
A Pair of English Silver Candlesticks, in the Classical Corinthian Column Style. Hallmarked Sheffield, 1916, with the makers mark HE (probably Hawkesworth Eyre Ltd.). They are 9" tall and in excellent condition. Note that although they are not a set, these candlesticks can be matched with Item number 378920 (our stock number 308)
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Scientific : Pre 1910 item #378908 (stock #M794)
This wonderful pharmacy prescription scale dating to the early 1900s is in very nice condition! The scale box is finely constructed of oak and the balance beam scale comes with 5 small brass weights. The weighing mechanism works like new, in fact, there is not much wear apparent indicating minimal use and loving care over the years.

The oak case measures 11.75"L x 5.5"W and has a rich warm patina with very minor staining to the top. Displays wonderfully!

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1940 item #378112 (stock #MOR1413)
The Kura
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Dragons writhe across the face of this astounding free standing temple which was a long time display piece in a Butsudan Shoten, an example of the finest work available for Japanese altars. The piece is more than 60 years old, as the current owner of the store (third generation) mentions it has stood there for as long as he can remember. It is entirely hand made; each piece of wood finely shaped and lacquered, each bit of metal hand etched before assembly...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1960 item #377999 (stock #T 1253)
SOLD. Vintage Hammered Forged Studio Made Mod almost cross over Multi Enamel Bracelet Cuff stamped: HANDWROUGHT STERLING on it and the ring with applied naive leaves at shoulders is not signed by the maker. Possibly a One of a Kind piece as many/most studio pieces are. 50 Grams or 1.7 Oz. SOLD, no price, no info.
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Scientific : Pre 1900 item #377737 (stock #M811)
This is an outstanding example of an apothecary counter urn dating back to the late 1800s. Appears to be hand blown with rippling marks in the glass. The bowl is molded to the pedestal base and the cover sports a decorative knob.

Measuring 13"H x 6"W this lovely urn in in very nice condition. The cover has a few unobtrusive edge chips. The urn portion has the expected wear of faint interior scratching which is expected in antique glass. A wonderful find indeed that has fabulous visual appeal!

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1930 item #377710 (stock #T 1251 )
SOLD. Bold 1 3/8" bezel set Green Stone that Fred Davis favored unmarked tested Sterling Silver Ring that hints Arts Crafts or Early Unsigned Taxco Mexico. Still circa 1930 Serrated bezel edge, applied rope and applied flowers at shoulder. Power knuckle to knuckle stature. SOLD, no price, no info please. 12/12
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Scientific : Pre 1900 item #377660 (stock #M809)
Offered for sale is a wonderful 19th century brass and wood English Apothecary Balance Scale. This lovely balance retains its original patina on both the wooden base and brass scales.

The arm is marked "T.O.Co. J. HALL & SON-Makers-Birmingham" and "Class 1 - To Weigh 1 lb."

The scale measures 16"L x 8"W at the wood base and 16 inches high. The condition appears original with only minor distortion to the wood base.

All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1910 item #377645 (stock #8548)
Fishing Boats Along a Canal

Rene Clarot (Belgian, 1882-1972)

Oil on canvas, signed: “Clarot R” and dated: “1907”.

A post-impressionist painter of marines and landscapes, Clarot worked in oils, watercolors and pastels. He was a student at the Academy of Brussels from 1896-1905. Upon completion of his studies, he traveled frequently to France and Germany...

All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Oil : Pre 1900 item #377629 (stock #8659)
Young Girl at the Spring

James John Hill (British, 1811-1882)

Oil on canvas, signed and dated: “(18__)” and retainging its original gilt wood and gesso frame.

Painting size: 12” x 10”
Frame size: 32” x 42”

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #377431
Early William Spratling 980 silver bracelet with the marks dating it 1933-40. Spratling hallmarks can be reviewed on the website www.spratlingsilver.com. Classic, recognizable Spratling design, this bracelet has a pin closure and measures 6 3/4" end to end and is 7/8" wide. It is one of the bracelets featured on page 43 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk.Fine original condition, nice patina. Appropriately signed as shown. A great early Spratling bracelet.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #377427
A massive sculptural silver and center bezel set oval amethyst bracelet by Taxco silversmith Fred Davis. Although the stone is the focal point, it is the shape of the links which the eye cannot resist. In excellent original condition, c. 1930, this bracelet measures 8" end to end and is 1 5/8" wide. It weighs 80 grams and is signed Silver Mexico FD. Museum quality Fred Davis.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Contemporary item #377413
Superb sterling and enamel contemporary bracelet, possibly Scandinavian. The design, colors and enamel execution are magnificent. There are 10 square and rectangular shaped panels of amazing colors and shapes of enamel. Three of the panels also have bezel set faceted stones, one peridot, one one garnet and one amethyst.There is a tight box clasp that is part of the textured pattern of the panel when closed. The panels are hinged together and all move...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1950 item #376819 (stock #ALR1409)
The Kura
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A young woman in rare western dress gazes across this early to mid 20th century Bijinga scroll signed Ikko (Furutani Fujio, b. 1891) enclosed in a period wooden box. Her bright western dress and short hair must have made quite an impression in conservative Japan. The silk painting is bordered in green brocade embellished with flowering vines, extended with beige and features bone rollers. The scroll measures 21-1/2 x 52-1/2 inches (54.5 x 133 cm), and is in fine condition...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #375532 (stock #lot032)
Description: This bronze Luohan figure was casted in artistic way. Contemplative and sophisticated expression was shown to yield the religious effects. Date: Qing Dynasty (AD18th century) Material: Bronze
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Pre 1970 item #374989
An amazing, bold and sculptural silver bracelet by Turun Hopea, Finland. We do not see many pieces of jewelry from Finland in the U.S. and this one is spectacular. The shape of the links is so striking and all are individually hinged so the bracelet has lots of movement. The clasp is also most unusual.Measuring 8 1/2" end to end and 1 1/4" wide, it weighs 83 grams and is in fine original condition...