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An elegant 10k white and yellow gold bangle bracelet with an alternating angled wrapped appearance segments design circa 1970s. The yellow gold has a gloss finish and the white has an interesting textured design. It is stamped 10 K with an AAJ maker's mark. This vintage two color gold bracelet weighs 5.2 grams and it has a safety loop as a catch. It measures 2-5/8" x 2-1/4" from inside wall to inside wall, and it is 3/16" wide...
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A good Yuan dynasty blue and white jar with two lugs, rounded side with two lugs at the shoulder and unglazed base, jar decorated with under glaze blue of flower scroll motif, two lugs at the shoulder.
Jar is in very good condition no chip no crack, no restoration.
Size: 5 cm height.
Jar is in very good condition no chip no crack, no restoration.
Size: 5 cm height.
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A 10k pink coral Modernist style yellow gold ring from the 1960s. This size 7-1/4 ring features a 5/16 x 1/4" natural cabochon pink coral claw-set stone and cutout shoulders. This ring weighs 1.9 grams, it is stamped 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...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Boxes : Pre 1900
item #1425922
(stock #26C10-2999)
An antique English Victorian miniature chest in mahogany and pine, with two drawers over two drawers, retaining the original Aesthetic Movement style brass pulls. Late 19th century. Size: 11 3/8 inches ht. x 12 1/8 inches length x 6 inches depth. Original finish. A charming little chest; great for trinkets and jewelry.
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Mother of pearl flowers rise among the large leaves of a paulownia tree on this small lacquer box and tray dating from the early 20th century enclosed in the original signed wooden box by Yoshida Rissai. The workmanship is flawless, with a fine sense of depth brought on by the mother of pearl lined with gold powder and set against a ground of golden mist on black. Inside is a rich, red tinged nashiji ground...
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Leaping green fish soar up the sides over tempestuous crackled celadon waves crashing over the matte blue of this exquisite Mizusashi fresh water container by Sawada Sozan enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It comes with a pottery lid as well as a black lacquered lid (Kaebuta). It is 18 cm (7 inches) tall, 13 cm (5 inches) diameter and in excellent condition.
Sawada Sozan (1881-1963) was born in Kyoto and graduated the Tokyo School of Fine Arts...
Sawada Sozan (1881-1963) was born in Kyoto and graduated the Tokyo School of Fine Arts...
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A rare pair Chinese chair strips with the typical four register design, showing bamboo, lingzhi fungus and scholar rocks. The ground fabric is a steel blue silk with black silk embroidery in satin stitch and little Peking knot. Trimmed with gold-wrapped thread border, cotton lining. Condition: good used condition - no restauration, particularly one cover with more traces of usage...
Antiquarian Art Co.
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An exquisite antique Burmese Mandalay style gilt bronze Buddha c. 18th century. measuring approx. 13 inches or 33 cm. tall . A fine example would in good antique condition some losses and wear.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1940
item #323235
(stock #T 958)
Mimi Dee Artwear
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C 1935 Golden Butter Antique Yellow Hue Oval Mabe Bezel Set 10 X 16mm Pearl Arts Crafts Silver Ring w Asymetrical Tulip Buttercup Flowers Foliate Ornamentation. Looks late Arts Crafts w Early Art Deco ring base. Maybe cast w some additional handwork. Presently size 7.25 yet can be resized by your jeweler and is in wonderful condition w the right amount of rich darkening in crevices. Sold, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1900
item #1476049
(stock #WN391)
Galerie Hafner
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An antique pair of patinated heavy bronze statues showing a Kandyan noble and his wife in official attire. Dimension: 22.2 and 20 cm high, weight: 2.3 kg. Condition: the male on the back with soldered area.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Contemporary
item #462461
(stock #Sorr3LE)
Fantasy Jewels
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Vivid, sparkling royal blue faceted crystals, faceted copper colored triangular crystals, and various sizes and shapes of clear rhinestones comprise this glorious set by designer Robert Sorrell. The set is very chunky and all stones are prong set. Never have I seen more brilliant stones; they all but glow in the dark. This set is a real treasure by very talented designer. His work is sure to become even more valuable and sought after as time goes by. Inside of the necklace measures 15" around...
Gideon Antiques
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This is a Russian enamel "Cup of Sorrow" dated 1896 having the Imperial crest of the double headed eagle commemorating the Coronation of Czar Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra Fedorovna and ultimately resulting in his overthrow. This cup is in overall good condition but does have some rust spots along the rim and base. It is approximately 4 1/8 in. H
Fiona Kenny Antiques
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A stunning Art Deco yellow crystal sterling silver buckle design bangle bracelet from around 1920. This vintage beauty shouts Deco and it has the same silver tooling and buckle clasp as seen on signed DIAMONBAR bracelets by Wachenheimer Bros of Rhode Island (1905-1933) and this is probably an early example. The buckle itself has white rhinestones, the sides are finely and ornately engraved, the interior is cut-out and it is stamped only STERLING...
Asian Art By Kyoko
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A Japanese lacquered agiro pipe case (kiseruzutsu) finely decorated with a cockerel and hen, signed Shinsen (?). The pouch is tooled leather with iron and silver cockerel and hen inlaid with a gold clasp. The ojime is shaped as Daikoku's mallet in unknown material. The actual color of pipe case is closest to the photo #11. 19th century, late Edo period. Dimensions: Pipe case, 8 1/2 " long, tobacco pouch, 5 1/4 " x 3 "
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Celadon Art Gallery
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These jars have measure heght from 5 cm to 6.5 cm. Condition :
Six lobed jar has some frits on the botttom and body. The others are perfect condition.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Georg Jensen : Pre 1970
item #1326401
ANDREA FATELL
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RARE vintage original Georg Jensen Denmark sterling ring no.150 designed by Vivianna Torun circa 1960. It is a size 3 1/2 and was made to be worn on the pinky. It would not be able to be sized. It measures 1 1/4" side by 1" in the back and weighs 27 grams. Fine condition. Signed as shown. Bold and sculptural, spectacular on the hand.
When you look up Art Nouveau in the dictionary, the picture of this beauty of a pendant should be there as an illustration of Art Nouveau. It is very versatile, because it is wearable as it was originally meant to be a watch fob or a pendant. The center flower is decorated by an approximately 0.05Ct diamond. The diameter of the pendant is 1 ¼”and the height with the large bail is 1 ¾”.
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Fine Burmese silver box, lid decorated with a male figure surrounded by floral design in high relief descending by geometric design, all 8 sides are also decorated with two female figures and animal cartuches and the base containing calligraphy, late 19th/ early 20th century period. Size; Measurements of silver box are 3.75"L x 2.75"D x 3"H. Condition Report; Excellent condition.
Oversized limited-edition Japanese "sosaku hanga" woodblock print by Tamami Shima (1937-1999) titled "April Forest." The bottom margin is pencil-signed, titled in kanji, dated 1962, and numbered 67/100. Paper: 22"V x 15 7/8"H (image: 19 7/8"V x 13 3/4"H). Very good overall condition. April Forest is written in pen verso (see enlargement 5). From a Scottsdale, AZ estate. Originally purchased from M. M. Shinno & Associates in Los Angeles.
Celadon Art Gallery
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This pouring vessel is in the form of an amber glazed rooster. It dates from the Ming period.
Measure : H=16 cm, W = 9 cm, L= 20 cm. It is in excellent condition with the exception of a little crack on the tail of rooster and glaze degradation on some area.
A scarce English Regency period tortoise shell tea caddy with reverse serpentine front, domed top, and shaped apron base, circa 1820, exhibiting a double compartment interior with original tortoise shell lids. There is a silvered, scalloped key hole escutcheon plate and a shield shaped silvered plaque on the lid, with ivory trim surrounding the openings...
Celadon Art Gallery
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A good small vase in pear-shaped form, decorated incised to the body with floral sprays motif. Southern Song dynasty Jindezhen ware. Condition is perpect, no chips, cracks, or hailines, and free from restoration. High: 11 cm.
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Featured on page 25 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk, this is a fine silver and amethyst bracelet by Fred Davis,Taxco. The authors date this piece c.1930. Measuring 7 1/2" end to end, it is 1 5/8" wide and weighs 93 grams. Fine original condition. An exquisite bracelet by one of Taxco's great silvermasters.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Art Nouveau : Pre 1920
item #1428830
(stock #RN08159)
Period Pieces
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Here is a splendid locket depicting some sort of creature: zephyr? Lion? Or some other mythological critter? He has a diamond in his mouth, and his eyes are red stones (too small to ID). Measuring 1-1/8”, weighing 9.5g, and marked 10k, he is set up for 2 photographs with both celluloid and photo rings. He's a somewhat rosy gold (NOTE that it was really hard to capture the color of the gold in the photographs), and has the maker’s mark for Kroll...
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Of rectangular form with moulded and multicolored depiction of a courtly man and woman playing an instrument, standing in a stylized landscape. The cloak of the man signed and dated Hijri 1311 corresponding to 1893. Condition: one corner chipped with repair and small imperfections, on glaze flake. Dimension: 25.3 cm x 17.1 cm, weight: 195 g.
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Lovely antique silk one of a kind French jester or party costume with matching funny bonnet , most hand sewn three piece outfit .... jacket with skirt and bonnet !
It would fit perfect for an doll about around 22" / 23 " ( 56 - 59 cm ) special for Jumeau , Bru , Gaultier , Eden Bebe or other French or German Doll.
Rare jester costume of fine silk and silk satin with lovely two color jacket in ecru and orange color , has 3/4 long sleeves and a lovely lace collar around the...
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Very rare and highly collectible "Bubbles" cuff
designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. circa 1980. Using the inlaid mixed metal art of Damascene, the bracelet is comprised of gold, silver and iron. Measuring 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1" opening, it is 3/4" wide and weighs 26 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown.
A truly amazing piece.
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Chinese near white toggle depicting two figures with a lotus root and lingzhi fungus, late 19th/early 20th century period. Size; Height of carving is 2 inches, with no imperfections.
The cutest bumble bee broach is made of 14Kt yellow gold; the body is set with an 810X 8 mm oval faceted amethyst and a 7 X 5 mm oval cabochon moonstone. The eyes are 1.5 mm bezel set round faceted rubies. The broach is 1” wide and 7/8” high.
George III sterling silver sauceboat by famous English female silversmith Hester Bateman. London. 1783. Serrated rim with flying scroll handle and supported on three hoof feet. Engraved with a family crest of an arm dexter holding wheat. Size: 5 1/2 inches length x 3 1/2 inches ht. x 3 1/8 inches depth. Condition: one foot slightly bent. No repairs. Legible hallmarks on underside. 5.71 troy ounces.
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A young mother breast feeds her child. She is sitting and looking dearly at her baby. The small figure is masterly carved in light hardwood. Signed on the underside of the plinth MD. RUNDA. -- In the 1930's mainly the European artists Rudolf Bonnet and Walter Spies animated the Balinese carvers and painters to create modern non functional artwork. -- Condition: fine, some brighter parts due to age. Dimensions: 15 cm high x 13,5 cm long x 7 cm wide.
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Drinking dancing and shamisen playing, a skeleton crew doing donchan-sawagi on the back of a pale gray jiban crepe-silk kimono. The figures are performed in the painstaking shibori technique where each dot is hand knotted before dying, each laborious knot making up one dot in the matrix of the design. The piece likely dates from the Meiji to early Taisho era, late 19th to early 20th century. This is not one of the modern bleached versions of this theme, but an antique original. Very very rare...
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A sage stands in deep contemplation of the sight of a sheer falls , his paige cautiously approaching behind on the rugged outcropping; a fine trumpeting ZeZe-Yaki sometsuke porcelain vase decorated by important Meiji artist Yamamoto Shunkyo. The decoration is performed with a very delicate hand. It is signed on the side Shunkyo followed by a Ka-O signature, and stamped on the base Zeze. The vase is 10-1/2 inches (27 cm) tall, 7-1/4 inches (18.5 cm) diameter and is in fine condition. Zeze yak...
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Description: A white jade pendant was carved as a Chinese characters-Suan Xi( double joys). In another good metaphor, a bat-Fu(good fortune) was carved on top of the word. A very good white jade piece like this one can ideally be threaded as a decent look pendant. Date: Qing Dynasty. Dimension:6.7cm x 4.5cm x 0.9cm
E & M Perez
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Measuring 9 1/2" to the top of the finial on the lid, this blue and white faience or delft tankard is mounted with pewter lid and base, and is painted with deep rich blue scenes and foliate elements. On both sides there are scenes of a castle with trees, and the designs cover much of the surface of the tankard. The pewter lid has a medallion with a hunting scene of a boar and dog, with an inscription below the scene "17 G L SF 84", referring to the date and possible ownership. The pewter work...
Stonegate Antiques
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Offered is a fabulous and scarce, 19thC, tin, CANNABIS, apothecary storage container with hand-painted, gold gilt label and a decorative and stylized floral, front embellishment. The label is likely one-of-a-kind, ordered by an early pharmacist!
The tin sports an early and original, hand-painted, mustard-colored surface, and it measures approximately 7 inches high x 4 inches wide x 5 inches deep (front to back including the distinctive front floral embellishment).
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A fabulous pair of sterling cuff links by New York Modernist Arthur King. King had a shop on Madison Avenue in New York City in the 1960's. Most of his pieces have caged stones and these appear to be quartz or rock crystal which is a delightful combination with the silver. Big and chunky, these measure 3/4" by 3/4" and are in fine original condition. They are signed King Sterling and are truly terrific.
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A dilapidated shrine nestles deep in a forested mountain side with a cluster of stone Jizo and a fudomyo climbing the green hillside behind signed Koho and dating to the late Meiji. A quiet and contemplative scene reflecting the quality of the art of the time, the subject not overstated but resting silently awaiting our discovery. The scene is quite personal, inviting the viewer into its depths for a moment of silence where only the falling of the pine needles and call of a distant bird may di...
One Good Eye Silver
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Rare Salvador Teran silver and stone (most probably chrysocolla or agate) dangle earrings, their design a modern interpretation of ancient pre-Colombian motifs in the artist's signature abstract style. They measure 1 13/16" long by 7/8" wide and weigh 23.1 grams (for the set). They are fully signed as shown and in excellent vintage condition with no flaws noted and great patina.
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Bold 900 silver bracelet, circa 1960, with highly textured surface and smooth polished edges by master painter, sculptor, and jewelry designer Oswaldo Guayasamin of Ecuador. There are two large bezel set chrysoprase cabochons at the terminals which are the focal points of the bracelet and add a pop of color. Measuring 6 1/4" around in the inside plus an additional 3/4" gap, it is 1 3/4" wide at the terminals ( which is the front of the bracelet on the wrist) and 1 1/8" at the back. Weighing 35 g...
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Porcelain covered with crackle celadon glaze to the foot, unglazed base. PERIOD : Song Dynasty (960–1279 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 10 cm height. CONDITION: frittings on the foot rim, no chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restorations
Antiquarian Art Co.
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A fine Japanese bronze vase with moulded designs of Shishi dog and flowers. Measuring approx. 9 inches tall in excellent condition with beautiful patina.
ANDREA FATELL
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A rare and early sterling and azur-malachite bracelet by Sigi Pineda. The impeccable fusing of stone with silver is much like the work of Enrique Ledesma. The bracelet is hinged and the opening is on the side of the wrist. Measuring 7" around in the inside, it is 1 1/4" wide at the widest point. All original, fine condition and signed as shown. Possibly custom made and one of a kind.
Fiona Kenny Antiques
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A Chinese silver scenic links bracelet from the 1920s. This unmarked (but tested) silver 7-3/8 x 1" bracelet features six curved high relief hand tooled links depicting a dragon, historical figures and flowers. It has a pushbutton box clasp and loops for a safety chain (not present) and it probably dates to the 1920s but it may be earlier. It weighs 35.6 grams and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than the missing safety chain. All items ar...
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A gilt silver plaque was well decorated with motifs of QiLinSongZi, a most popular Chinese metaphor of the fairy animal Qilin sending child to the vowing family.
By characteristic Chinese scenes of pagoda, plum trees, Qilin and the figure riding through the water waves, the picturesque scene was well carved and chiseled by excellent craftsmanship.
It was a piece most likely a buckle on the cloth belt. There're old drilling holes on four corners for sewing thread.
A gilt silver plaque was well decorated with motifs of QiLinSongZi, a most popular Chinese metaphor of the fairy animal Qilin sending child to the vowing family.
By characteristic Chinese scenes of pagoda, plum trees, Qilin and the figure riding through the water waves, the picturesque scene was well carved and chiseled by excellent craftsmanship.
It was a piece most likely a buckle on the cloth belt. There're old drilling holes on four corners for sewing thread.
WhenDreamsComeTrue
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Loveloy preserved antique Poupee ... France around 1870/75 with original kid body , superb perfect bisque and painting and wearing two piece silk costume , original under-wearing , booties and straw bonnet . Was found in a very nice presentation box which looks original to her !
15" ( 39 cm )pretty fashion doll with very kind expression of lovely bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate of pale quality and excellent painting . She has wonderful blue glass enamel eyes wi...
Asian Art By Kyoko
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This is an old Yogi, a futon/blanket for the colder parts of Japan. It is a thick cotton dyed in the "Japanese blue", ai/indigo with a tsutsugaki (freehand painted rice paste resist) family crest on the back and stuffed with a cotton inside. The whitle little spots that you see are cutton balls from inside. The condition is excellent; some faint brown stains on the right side bottom and the lower left side bottom of the inside which is giving a charactor to this beautiful piece. Small cuts a...
WhenDreamsComeTrue
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Another special rare to find and all original wax fashion doll by Lafitte Desirat .... France 1911 .... with exquisite workmannship on the haute couture costumes. Pretty 13,5 " ( 34 cm ) standing lady with poured wax head with slender face , has fine painted and modeled facial features and nice brunet mohair wig . With slender elongated body with padded armature allowing stylish and elegant posing on original silk ..
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Asian Art By Kyoko
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What is unusual about this Uchikake is that the fabric has a plastic coating. This is the only one that I have seen with this type of finish. This gown will survive nicely in the high traffic area or you can even hang it by the fireplace in your home. The color is orange. There are some areas that the plastic is missing (last picture). This is something that I did not see until I started to view these pictures (shown in last picture). Other than that, the condition is like new. The m...
Antiquarian Art Co.
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A fine California Impressionist painting of a view of Mt. Tam with lupine and poppies in the fore ground a small cabin to the left. Oil on canvas signed lower right measuring Approx. 15 x 20 inches in excellent condition but for some age cracking.
Biography :
Manuel Valencia was born in Marin County, California on October 30, 1856 on the family hacienda called Rancho San Jose, which is now Hamilton Field. A member of one of California's earliest families, Manuel was named after his grandfat...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Contemporary
item #453506
(stock #bauer19IX)
Fantasy Jewels
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Whatever the season or climate this can be your own personal "snow person." Dorothy Bauer's whimsical creation is fun any time. Made of the finest Swarovski rhinestones, and silver plated, he sports a top hat, pipe and cloth scarf. All stones are hand set. 3 3/4" tall, 1 3/4" wide, 1/2" deep.
One Good Eye Silver
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Beautiful Matl hand-mirror with ornate scroll work around the oval "looking glass" and bezel set turquoise cabs. The teardrop repousse handle has exquisite patina as does the whole piece. A veritable Matilde treasure and an example of her work I have never had before.
The mirror measures 4 1/2" tall by 2 1/2" wide (at its widest). It weighs 32.7 grams and is signed "MATL MEXICO 925 SALAS". I believe it's a 1940s-50s piece and it is in excellent vintage condition with the glass showing expect...
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Very early, pre-eagle mark, sterling necklace by Los Castillo. A bold and important piece, it is featured on page 87 of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date it c. 1945. Beautiful geometric design, it measures 15" around total. The center section is 4 1/2" across and 1 1/2" wide. Solid at 135 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed for Los Castillo as shown. It is gorgeous in every way.
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A wispy bearded sage clutches his staff, robes draped loosely about his emaciated frame as he peers ahead in interest, a curious smile on his wizened visage. The figure is beautifully crafted with a slightly textured patina and signed on the base Seiko. Slight wear to the base reveals the pure gold of the underlying bronze. It is 36.5 cm (14-1/2 inches) tall and in excellent original condition.
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We are offering Hector Aguilar's paper clip bracelet that has a hefty weight of 110 grams. One of the pictures show a close up of the "paper clips" spread out. It feels soft and silky with a high purity of 940 silver. It is unique in the movement as all of the rings move as you move. The piece flows like a slinky that is brand new, right out of the box. The bracelet is 1 1/8th in. wide and is 8in. long. The fit is more of a bangle fit and the actual wearable length is more like a 7in. Properly s...
Celadon Art Gallery
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The center of the slightly domed cover carved with floral, the details finely incised, covered inside and out with a greenish-olive glaze that continues onto the countersunk base. EARLY NORTHERN SONG DYNASTY, 10TH CENTURY 5¼ in. (13.4 cm.) diam a firing fault, no chips or hairlines and free from restorations. This beautiful box with its delicately colored glaze is typical of the fine Yue wares made at the Zhejiang kilns in the 10th century. Such wares were so admired at the Northern Song court,...
WhenDreamsComeTrue
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When Fashion dolls speaks for itself ...... Rare Huret ersa enfantine early French porcelain Poupee with beautiful expression having lustrous patina of complexion with dramatic blue eyes , with original kid body with rare china arms and wearing very beautiful antique enfantin clothing !!!
This pretty 13" ( 34 cm ) enfantine poupee comes from the same era like an Huret poupee or Rohmer .... France around 1855 / 60 , has an fine pink tinted porcelain shoulder head with plump face and won...
Coins and Antiques Gallery
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Japanese carved wood flower vase with inlaid design depicting a bird sitting on a branch surrounded with inlaid leaves. This item has a height of 12 inches,
in good condition.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Arts and Crafts : Pre 1910
item #571588
(stock #T 1509)
Mimi Dee Artwear
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Sold, enjoy! Circa 1900 stamped 14K bench made open work ring with an 8 X 11mm genuine Egyptian scarab beetle in all it's original iridescent green & rust color glory! Ornate open work with jeweler's saw of years past. Size 9, yet can be resized by your jeweler, as this appears to have been resized many years ago. What a buy! Sold, no price, no info.
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This is an early Mexico City repousse bracelet created in the manner of maestra Matilde Poulat with the cameo head beautifully carved and styled with a stippled background and butterfly links. The center widest point is 2in. tall and tapers to 1 inch at the clasp. The length is approximately 7in. long and the weight is a substantial 80 grams heavy. Hallmarked with the old block Mexico this piece is an exciting treasure and these Mexico City pieces are quite collectible in todays market place. Th...