Yu-Peng (1955-2014), very famous Taiwanese painter.
It was his original work in fossil pencil from 1970s.
44cm x 32cm with framework.
Mirror pair of Chinese Republic period porcelain fanghu form vases decorated in underglaze blue on a white ground with a continuous scene featuring three figures at the gate of a traditional building. A compound wall extends around the narrow side to end with leafy plants among rockery at the back. The edge of the gate with foliage and rockery is on the opposite narrow side. Two dragon handles are at the neck. The white glaze extends down the interior from the flat rectangular top...
A bronze dragon water spout dating from the late Edo or early Meiji period (mid to later 19th century) in an unusual full body configuration. Most spouts appear climbing over the edge of a basin, and thus only the front of the dragon need be cast. This however writhes across the edge of the basin, the entire body exposed. A pipe extending from the stomach allows the water to be attached. It is 29-1/2 x 11 x 10 inches (75 x 28 x 25 cm)...
Exquisite and rare 970 silver pendant with a large inset onyx tube and singular pearl by Antonio Pineda. A great geometric Modernist design, this pendant measures 2 3/4" by 1 3/4" and weighs 59 grams. There is a bail on the reverse to accommodate a chain...
An exceptional bold geometric cast sterling bracelet with stones of turquoise and coral by Pala Mission/Cherokee Larry Golsh. Active since the 1970's, this piece is from that period. His inspiration by the work of Charles Loloma is evident in this bracelet. Measuring 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening, it is 2 1/8" wide in the inside and tapers to 1" at the terminals. Weighing 103 grams, it is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones...
A beautiful and unusual silver overlay bracelet with a textured background by Frank Patania Sr. A wonderful modern design, this bracelet measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/8" opening. It is 2 1/2" wide and weighs 120 grams. In fine original condition, it is hallmarked as shown. A brilliant and rare piece.
Rare sterling silver & pale rose quartz ring designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar (1905-86). The bezel set quartz stone face measures 1 inch long. The ring is a size 7 1/2. Beautiful vintage condition & patina. Please see the companion Hector Aguilar rose quartz bracelet listed separately.
Lovely antique navy blue and cream checkered enfantine style poupee dress , has a low square - cut neckline and upper part with tiny hand made pleats and fine shirring at the waist. Ruffled shoulder of long ruffled sleeves with constructed cuffs with tiny button and hand made button loop closure. Waistband and full skirt formed from double pleats all around ...
Most beautiful one of a kind silk and lace dress , most hand sewn and beautiful ornate with lovely details.
Would fit well for French or German doll about..... perhaps for Jumeau , Steiner , Bru , FG , or other circa 20" ( 52 cm )doll ,a pretty dress of pink silk and cream lace stripes . Lovely lace collar and chiffon silk trim ornate the upper part and a cream silk sash decorate the waistline. The dress has 3/4 long sleeves with puff at both shoulders and ruffled lace at wrist...
A lighting shaped dish decorated with karakusa and burning motifs by Seifu Yohei I (signed with his art name Baihin) enclosed in the rare original signed wooden box. It is 5 inches (13.5 cm) square, 4 inches (10 cm) tall and in fine condition.
Seifu Yohei I (1803-1861) founded the Seifu dynasty in Kyoto. He was born in powerful Kaga-kuni, modern day Kanazwa prefecture...
Most hand sewn one of a kind French dress of cream and light blue color , ornate with fine French lace and lace ornaments and silk ribbon .
The dress has a long front part with lace ornaments and ruffles around both sides which goes over both shoulders. 3/4 long sleeves with ruffles and pleat at wrist and also at back upper part has the dress finest lace trim decoration and on box pleated skirt of cream silk with lace strips and ruffles at hem...
A 10-14k yellow gold cz solitaire engagement ring from the 1980s. This size 7 cubic zirconia ring is simple and stylish with flattened shoulders; the cz stone is 35 points by gauge and this ring weighs 2.1 grams. It is stamped 10-14K CZ TRADITION 3, the claws are in 14k white gold (the rest is 10k) and it is priced reasonably for just the setting and it would be perfect for your own stone or diamond if you didn't want the cubic stone...
A 10k blue spinel yellow gold ring from the 1940s. This size 6-1/4 ring features a claw-set faceted 5/16" across blue spinel (approx. 1.4 carats by gauge) and this ring weighs 2.0 grams. It is stamped ANE 10K and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use...
A Victorian mother of pearl egg vest watch fob with enamel from the 1880-1900 era. This very unusual pocket watch man's accessory features a 4-3/4" main chain with a swivel and a fine stylized t-bar on 1" drop. the end of the chain features a drop consisting of a 3/4" long egg-shaped mother-of-pearl drop capped with a gold filled filigree cap with enamel flower highlights. It is unsigned and it is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other t...
A beautifully shaped miniature bell with simulated chord looping through the top, half lifting off to reveal a compartment for storing incense. A ball inside the lower section actually rattles around like a real suzu-bell. This is a very unusual and superbly crafted from from the Mino area of Edo Japan. The inside white clay is darkened with age, and the outside infused with color gathered with time. It is 1-1/4 inches (4 cm) diamater, 2 inches (5 cm) tall and in excellent condition, enclose...
This rare engraving depicts the siege of Szczecin (Stettin), situated on the river Oder (north to the left), at that time part of Swedish Pomerania. A combined allied force of Poles, Austrains and Brandenburgians, under General Jean-Luis des Souches, invested the fortress on the 19th (29th) of September 1659. The besieged Swedish forces, under Major General Paul Wirtz, defended doggedly and eventually the besiegers gave up on the 6th (16th) November 1659.
Plate 106
Background: In 1648, the...
From a special private collection in France comes this rare original presentation called " Bebe Balancoire " which was described around 1890/93 in the Etrennes Catalog special by Paris Department store " Printemps" and a similar one would be offered on an Theriault´s Auction , please see my last picture.
A beautiful wooden box which is possible to open at both sides , covered with lovely red and cream paper and lovely litho picture at front. Inside filled with a lot of smal...
Outstanding sterling silver belt buckle designed and signed in the 1940's by Taxco, Mexico designer William Spratling (1900-67). Weighing a hefty 41 grams the buckle measures 2" X 2" and will accommodate a 1 5/8" strap. Beautiful condition and patina. No dents or dings. Fully hallmarked on the reverse. This design is pictured in MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill & Carole Berk, MEXICAN JEWELRY by Pack & Davis & on p. 108 of SPRATLING SILVER by Cederwall & Riney.
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