Miharu Hariko Papier-mache Doll; Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, ca. 1986. H.7.5"(19cm) x W.5"(12.5cm.) Figure of a Hikyaku (Courier.) Condition Notes: Cracks to paper on right leg, left arm kimono sleeve, and right hand. Helmet re-glued to head. See enlargements. The Hikyaku was the express messenger or courier of the feudal period, running messages and mail between post towns. Miharu-machi (town) is located just NW of Koriyama City in central Fukushima Prefecture...

A nice pear shaped genuine Colombian Emerald @ 2.20 ct set in 18K. Gold, ring size 57, Gold 10.04 gr.

From our Southeast Asia Collection, an extremely fine and very attractive dome-shaped, two-piece lacquerware box from the famed U Aung Myint workshop in Myinkaba Village, Pagan Burma (Myanmar), from which the British Museum has commissioned pieces for display in London. See Isaacs and Burton, Visions from the Golden Land, Burma and the Art of Lacquer page 222-223...

Solid 18K. Gold Ring (9.21 gr.) set with spectacular Fuchsia-Magenta colored genuine Burma Ruby @ 1.52 ct and 8 square Diamonds @ 0.50 ct. total weight

Sophisticated and elegant solid 18K. gold earrings set with 2 Genuine Colombian Emeralds @ 1.42 ct. total weight, 12 tapered Diamonds @ 0.66 ct. total weight and 108 pave set Brilliant Diamonds @ 0.78 ct. total weight. Double feature: clip and/or for pierced ears!

From our World Handicrafts Collection (Ex-Asia), a very interesting Afghani hand-made tribal rug decorated with American military helicopter and B-52 bomber motifs...

From our Indian Subcontinent Collection, an extremely fine and beautiful Mughal - style silk rug executed in the “tree of life pattern,” with various pairs of fauna and flora in the center medallion, and flanked by additional flora and geometric motifs in the border areas...

Offered is a vintage Steven Maslach clear dichroic studio glass perfume bottle. Because of a dichroic glass base, the bottle has iridescent accents that change colors in different light and angles. The bottle has a stopper, which resembles an iceberg, and appears to be rough cut free form edges, although it is smooth to the touch...

Being offered is a superb circa 1995 silverplate candlestick made by famous master silver designer Emilia Castillo of Taxco, Mexico. Handwrought candlestick featuring three bamboo columns with an attached three dimensional frog, made of oxidized silver, supporting the silver bobeche & rectangular base. Dimensions: 7 1/4 inches tall by 5 inches wide at the base. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition.

Stunning 18K. white gold ring (6.19 gr.), set with genuine Colombian Emerald @ 3.26 ct., intense vivid green and flanked by 4 tapered Diamonds @ 0.37 ct. total weight

Huge and gorgeous this Iradj Moini brooch has it all. Multi-color glass beads, clear rhinestones and faux pearls, each one prong set. The gold plated wire forms a very intricate and graceful pattern. Iradj Moini nameplate is on the back. 5 1/4" long including the pearl drop. 3" wide and 1 1/4" deep.

Brushed 18K. solid gold earrings for pierced ears set with Golden Ceylon Yellow Sapphires @ 1.31 ct. and 12 square diamonds @ 0.91 ct. total weight.

Miharu Hariko papier-mache doll of "Daiko Uchi Onna" (Dancing Girl Holding Drum.) Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, ca. 2008. H.6.625"(17cm) x W.3.75"(10cm.) Excellent Condition. Miharu-machi (town) is located just NW of Koriyama City in central Fukushima Prefecture. They say the town’s name “mi’ (3) “haru” (spring) comes from the fact that the three famous blossoms of spring; plum, peach, and cherry, bloom here in profusion...

Solid 18K. Gold Ring set with one Genuine Cabochon Emerald @ 1.04 ct., 36 Brilliant Diamonds @ 0.30 ct. total weight.

This is a TIFFANY & CO STERLING RED WHITE & BLUE ENAMEL US FLAG MONEY CLIP dated 1995. Dimensions: 2 1/8" X 1". EXCELLENT Condition. Have seen online for over $440. + Call for my price

24K gold plated Edwardian Art Nouveau Victorian inspired set of a festoon necklace with chain swags and earrings both with the highly sought vintage color change Neodymium alexandrite art glass - first used by Leo Moser - drops that transition from a subtle lavender in natural light to a light periwinkle blue under a lamp! Neodymium "alexandrite" glass was first used by Leo Moser in 1927...

Contemporary netsuke of a bee sitting on a honeycomb with grubs and honey cells. Walrus tusk, honey cells are inlaid with Baltic amber. Excellent carving, great realistic depiction of the insect, wonderful patina. Signed on the bottom by the artist Sergey Chernyavskiy. Length 1.87 inches.

The size of Pendant: 1 1/8" Wide, 1" Long.
Chain length: 31" Long total, 15 1/2" x2
This is beautiful Heart Shape Pendant with famous
Swarovski Chrystal pendant in hear shape with Gold plated chain. It came with Certificate book and storing bag. It is about 25 yars old. It worn only few times. Condition excellent.
Sale $85.00 w/US priority/insured
Item was $125.00

The bold alligator pattern and the ornate clasp set off this leather purse by Maya. Note the semi-precious stones and crystals on the chain. the purse is fabric lined in brown with a zipper compartment. Purse is 8" high an 7 1/2" side to side. Detachable chain (may be worn as a belt) is 34" end to end. Maya name plate is inside purse.

Dark goldtone metal clip earrings with a decorative hammered texture, with tiers and rings with red poured glass teardrop shaped beads, 1980s, probably French. Great size -- 3 1/2 inches long and 1 3/4 inches wide. Excellent condition. Photos enlarged to show detail.

Solid 18K. White Gold Ring (8.80 gr.)set with a very attractive Octagon-emerald cut Genuine Ceylon Blue Sapphire @ 2.46 ct., nicely flanked by 6 tapered Diamonds @ 0.59 ct. total weight.

A contemporary but very attractive Tibetan ewer, crafted of thin, hand-worked sheets of white metal that appear to be some type of nickel/aluminum amalgam, decorated with deep repousse and chasing techniques forming the decorative bands along the shoulder, neck, lid, and upper base of vessel, with well-formed makara shaped spout and handle, all atop a splayed footed base...

A STUNNING LARGE SILVER RING (925), SET WITH ONE GENUINE NEON TOURMALINE @ 4.25 ct. This ring sure makes a statement!

Formed as logs entwined with vines and flowers, these cuff links have a Victorian sensibility, but bear the Krakow assay mark for .800 silver, dated 1986-present. There is an unidentified maker’s mark of ZL. The logs are hollow. The marks have been struck on the smaller anchor bars. The longer sides measure about 1 ¼ inches long and about ¼ inch in diameter. Weight: 6.2 grams total

Offered is a tall triangular Tim Lazer hand-blown studio glass perfume bottle with three polished windows, a ruby red and gold leaf chamber with black swirling stripes encased in clear glass, and a faceted stopper with gold leaf. The bottle is 6“tall, including the stopper, by 2 ¼ “wide, in excellent condition, with minor scratches on the bottom consistent with age and light use, and no other scratches, chips, or repairs noted. The bottle is signed and numbered on the bottom, as shown...

Offered is a vintage George Ponzini post-modern studio glass perfume bottle circa 2010. The bottle, which has a clear glass chamber, and matching stopper, have opaque, transparent, and mirrored glass elements that juxtapose free form and geometric shapes. It is approximately 5" tall, including the stopper x 4 "wide, signed on the base as shown, and in excellent condition, with; no chips, scuffs, or repairs noted...

Offered is an early vintage "New Mexico" studio glass perfume bottle. Characteristically the bottle has a round swirling blue chamber encased in clear glass and a simple, clear glass teardrop stopper. The bottle is 4" tall, including the stopper, by 2 1/2 "wide, in excellent condition with no chips, scuffs, or repairs noted, and signed and dated 1984 on the bottom, as shown. Simpson's "New Mexico" bottles can't hold perfume. The chamber is solid except for the hole for the stopper...

Gorgeous very big statement size 1980s couture necklace with an asymmetrical cascade of pale creamy beige shells with a soft matte finish, strung on matching cord and on a cord wrapped collar with silvertone extender chain and hook clasp. The top front has two matching shell buttons on either side of a large center shell. Probably Italian. Pictures are not capturing this fabulous piece. Great size -- the center drops 10 inches and the wearable length is about 17 inches. Excellent condition...

A painted metal cut-out of a fish, with the word "BAIT" as if to advertise a bait shop. This has an American antique folk art appearance though I believe these are made in Asia, as decorative objects. Add to your Adirondack style interior; excellent for the second house at the lake. Measures 8" by 20" extreme dimensions. The tail area has cracks in the metal so this is delicate and should be handled carefully.

Offered is a simple but elegant Michael Trimpol egg-shaped studio glass perfume bottle with a vibrant pink chamber encased in colorless glass, matching pink lip, and a large clear glass ball stopper. The bottle is 6 ½ " tall, including the stopper, and 3 1/4 " wide. It is signed and dated on the base as shown and in excellent condition, with no chips, scuffs, or repairs noted. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Michael Trimpol was introduced to glass working during high school. He pursued a career in st...

18K. Solid Gold Ring set with very striking Colombian Emerald @ 1.30 ct., 8 square Diamonds @ 0.35 ct. total weight and 34 brilliant Diamonds @ 0.56 ct. total weight

An amusing hardcover book published in 2005 by New Holland (UK).The examples given appear to be from the 70's and on....96pp.

This beautiful Valentino cuff was difficult to photograph to get the correct color. It is a warm almost barn red. The gilt metal cuff narrows to follow the contour of your arm. It is 2 14/" (6 cm) at the wider end and 2" (5.5 cm) at the narrower. There is a 1" (2.7 cm) opening. The flower is 3 5/8" (9.5 cm) long and about 3" (8 cm) wide, though if you measure the flower as it wraps around the cuff it is 4 1/2" (11.7 cm) around. All of the petals are outlined in pave rhinestones and th...

00182-2023 Vintage Chris Comins Signed Multi-Color Sommerso Studio Glass Perfume Offered is a vintage wide-flat Chris Comins studio glass perfume bottle. The bottle has a purple, violet, and green chamber encased in clear glass with a clear teardrop glass stopper. The bottle is 7" wide, 4 3/4 " tall, including the stopper, by 1 ½”. It is in excellent condition with minor scratches on the bottom consistent with age, with no other scratches, chips, scuffs, or repairs noted. The bottle is sign...

Composed of flattened, interwoven strips of sterling silver and set with an amber in a square bezel mount, this pin is a piece of quality workmanship and classic design. The back has a secure rollover clasp and bears a maker’s mark of Strazdins, attributed to Alvis Stradzins, a jeweler in Wilton, WI. The pin measures 2 1/8 inches long by 1 ½ inches wide.

Offered is a vintage Limited Edition Correia triangular art glass perfume bottle with Aurene gold shoulders, three flat clear windows, a ruby chamber encased in clear glass, and a transparent lime green stopper. Etched with the artist's signature and production number "CAG2005" on the bottom, the bottle is 4 1/4" tall, including the stopper x 2 ¾ " wide. It is in excellent condition, with minor scratches on the base consistent with age and light use, and no chips, scuffs, or repairs noted. Inc...

Most attractive Ballerina genuine Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire/Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold, carat weights available upon request, new.

From our World Handicrafts Collection (Ex-Asia), a large, fine, and wonderfully vibrant hand-made kilim from Uzbekistan or the Caucasus Region, with bird and geometric motifs executed in a rich multicolor palette of indigo, red, blue, mint green, brown, cream, and purple against a burnt orange ground. A very elegant, intricate, and sophisticated example. This piece can be used either as a standard floor rug, or hung vertically on a wall as a dramatic art statement.

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Elegant and dramatic Judith Leiber. Flat chains support beautifully designed panels which are chunky and very three dimensional. Judith Leiber signature is on the reverse side. Length from clasp to bottom of pendant is 18 1/4". Pendant width 1 7/8".

The Size of Ring: 1 1/16" High x 13/16" Wide x 10 mm Pearl Diameter with 6 x 2 mm Diamonds on left and right. It is very fine 10 mm diameter pearl with total 6 ea 2 mm diamonds on 3 on left and 3 on right. It is ring base made of 18K, white gold. It is genuine diamonds (tested). It is fine vintage ring. Owner has purchased in year 2000 at Antique auction and worn only few times since then. Ring has 18K inside ring embossed as well as alphabet initial AN. Ring size is 16 mm inside diameter which ...

Offered is a vintage (ca 1990) signed Andrew Shea studio glass perfume bottle with a clear glass chamber encased in frosted glass with swirling white stripes and two facets. The bottle has a matching modernist stopper. The bottle is 8 ¾ "tall, including the stopper x 2 ¾ "wide, signed on the base as shown, and in excellent condition, with minor scratches on the bottom consistent with age and use; no chips, scuffs, or repairs noted. Andrew Shea, whose work is internationally recognized, is a na...

Wool knitted Pillow, Cushion, 16" x 16", gold and beige color floral with vines in dark blue background, new material, with zipper in the back.

I have said in the past that Erika Hult de Corral is among the few designers in the world of vintage Mexican silver jewelry for whom I will cross the 1980 threshold. Having studies in the Parson’s School of Design in Paris, she worked with both Ledesma and Sigi Pineda in Taxco before she ventured on her own in the 1960s. Ric’s work can be inspiring when one catches her in her good moments and I am constantly in search of good examples signed by her. Her post-1980 creations often bring togeth...

Attractive Ring set with a genuine octagon cut Burma Ruby @ 1.06ct. and 6 Baguette Diamonds @ 0.39ct. total weight, Bezel setting in 18K. Yellow Gold(13.61 grammes).

From our World Handicrafts Collection (Ex-Asia), a charming hand-carved mirror frame from Cuzco Peru, sister city of the famed Macchu Piccu ruins. The wood used here is an indigenous Andean softwood that has been very skillfully carved in Spanish Baroque style, not uncommon since Peru was colonized by the Spanish in the 1500's and Spanish architectural influence still pervades their culture and crafts. The mirrored glass was installed later in the States. A lovely and unique gift item.

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Stunningly elegant! This brooch by Iradj Moini, premiere contemporary designer, is in a class by itself. Beautiful red glass cabochons and sparkling prong set rhinestones compose the piece. With its graceful curving petals, it is very three dimensional. Note the detail work on the back of the brooch. Superb craftsmanship. Iradj Moini signature on the back bar. Brooch is 4 1/2" by 4 1/2".

Big vintage 1980s or 1990s signed Monies teardrop shaped clip earrings in clear Lucite. Marked MONIES on the backs. 2 1/4 inches long and 1 1/8 inches wide. Excellent condition. Photos enlarged to show detail.

New 18K yellow gold flower clover turquoise pierced earrings with french backs. Turquoise color is a medium deep shade of turquoise, NOT a pale washed out shade! Hallmarked 750 on bottom of each earring. Width: 15mm (approx 5/8 inch) Length: 15mm (approx 5/18 inch) Total weight:6 grams New, never worn.

Maya frequently presents an oriental theme in her purses.This one is even more special than most. Under the resin surface is (quoted from Maya) "Special 'Geisha' painting by renowned painter: Art Zamora for Maya as signed." The front, and especially the back, of the purse are heavily carved/molded. The 46" chain features faceted citrine and crystal beads. Purse is 8 1/2" wide 5" high, 2" deep.

Miharu Hariko papier-mache doll of a Yakko, the lower rank samurai manservant who often ran in front of the samurai retinue carrying banners, trunks, etc. He carries a lantern with the name "Sagamiya" on it. Pairs with MH-14. Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, ca. 1991. H.7.75"(19.5cm) x W.3.125"(8cm.) excellent condition. Miharu-machi (town) is located just NW of Koriyama City in central Fukushima Prefecture. They say the town’s name “mi’ (3) “haru” (spring) comes from the fac...

Two(2) Japanese Porcelain, Pottery Tea Cups, Fish and Character written decoration, 3 1/2" to 3 3/4" high, with raised and indented design , the condition is good.

A stunning and delicate genuine Gold Brooch set with a dazzling genuine BURMA RUBY, size: 4.5 cm. with safety pin on the back.

Maya used amber colored resin with graceful carved swirls in the creation of this purse. The oval medallion contains tiger eye, crystals and rhinestones. The antiqued bronzed metal chain has chunks of tiger eye, metal beads and faceted crystals. Purse is 8" wide, 4 1/2" high, and 1 3/4" deep. Chain is 44" end to end.

It seems that I will be closing the year with modernist pieces by Erika Hult de Corral. I have already presented two of her necklaces in the last few weeks which have already found new caretakers and this evening it is time for a ring. Though rings are not an uncommon form in the world of vintage Mexican silver jewelry, I have to admit that the examples available usually fall on the conservative side of design but from time to time something interesting and eye-catching shows up. This modernist ...

Offered is a tall Tim Lazer hand-blown studio glass perfume bottle with two polished windows, a pink and gold leaf chamber with black swirling stripes encased in clear glass, and a faceted stopper. The bottle is 5 ½ “tall, including the stopper, by 2 ½ “wide, in excellent condition, with very minor scratches on the bottom consistent with age and light use, and no other scratches, chips, or repairs noted. The bottle is signed and numbered on the bottom, as shown. Tim Lazer approaches his ar...

Important, rare and stunning genuine 2.01 carat Ruby, expertly cut, practically flawless, excellent light refraction, set with 2 tapered diamonds @ 0.33 ct. total weight and surrounded by 76 fine brilliants @ 0.82 ct. total weight, (VVS1) in 18K. Gold (750), New.

Sterling Silver. Real pearls, not glass! High luster high nacre 10 - 11mm rich lush pink peach pearl strand necklace was hand knotted here in a USA studio then the ear ornaments were designed to present this as a set.
Strand Length: Adjustable 18 - 20"
Earrings: 1 1/2"
Finished with pre made 22K gold vermeil on sterling silver extender and gorgeous filigree findings.
Metals keep going up. What a buy! If needed, your strand will be restrung free of charge within 18 months o...

A Rare and Original CARLO WEINGRILL, Verona, ITALY, 18K. Stamped, Twisted Rope-like Bangle/Bracelet with 5 Fine and GENUINE LAPIS LAZULI Square Beads. Exquisite and detailed Italian Workmanship! Each Lapis Lazuli square Bead is flanked on each side by a very beautiful flower-tassel laced Gold Spacer Bead/Connector. Total weight 26 gr. Price: US$ 5625

An attractive GREEN GENUINE TOURMALINE with flat/smooth surface but a fancy stepped cut on bottom side creating star-like angles, set in 14 K. Gold. Ring size: 57 (8). Tourmaline ~ 6.76 ct., Weight of ring ~ 5.8 gr.

Gorgeous vintage 1980s torsade necklace with multi strands of glass based faux pearls, and a fabulous toggle clasp in heavy sterling silver with pave gold marcasites. Not marked but the metal tests positive for sterling silver with jewelers acid. Very substantial at 137 grams. Wearable length is 17 inches. Excellent condition and appears rarely or never worn. From an estate with a large quantity of 1970s through 1990s couture jewelry, most never worn. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged t...