Netsuke representing a theatrical mask of Hyottoko - a perplexed peasant - carved by Ryoshu (born in 1912) - one of the best Japanese netsuke carvers of the 20th century (see p. 886 of NETSUKE & INRO ARTISTS AND HOW TO READ THEIR SIGNATURES by George Lazarnick). Wonderful expressive face, black and red ink highlights, beautiful finish to the surface. Signed RYOSHU on the back. Height 1 inch.

From our African Collection: A Nomoli Figure from Sierra Leone made from Stone. 9" across at base, 24" h. Nomoli figurines are among the earliest works of art from Sierra Leone. The Nomoli figurines and similar stone sculptures are the only known remains of an empire that existed hundreds of years ago in what is Sierra Leone and Liberia today. Nomoli figurines are often associated with the Mende people as they are often buried on Mende land...

Vintage Glass Paperweight, Bookend, 1960's, with pink floral, the condition is good.

Offered is this beautiful 'Ariel' glass bottle-vase designed by Edvin Ohrstrom at Orrefors. The vase is 4 inches (10 cm) tall and 2 1/2 inches (6,3 cm) wide at the bottom. It is in excellent condition and is properly signed.

Anchor Hocking Glass Co.made Golden Swirl. This is part of the Fire King line. These cups are in great shape. If you need a picture please email. Thanks for looking.

Frederick Weinberg modernist wall mount sculpture

Three horses

Plaster and metal with applied finish

1950

36" tall

28" across

1 1/2" deep

Very good unrestored vintage condition

Being offered is an exquisite circa 1955 sterling silver bowl by Conquistador, of Taxco, Mexico. Modernist footed bowl with a stylized lid featuring a three dimensional flower motif. Dimensions: 5 inches diameter by 2 1/2 inches tall. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Superb design and construction.

Imperial Candlewick Duo Candlestick. About 6" at widest and 5" tall. In excellent condition.

A large (50" by 40") hand carved, closed corner, gold leaf frame created by a high-end Orange County art gallery, the artwork within a hand embroidered needlework picture of an Olden Days (18th century fairy tale style dress) couple out for a stroll in a classic landscape with overhanging willow tree and birch trees. The needlework is of unknown age but it is not antique...

"Gorfa" milk container, made of calabash covered with tightly woven vegetal fibers, with a leather handle partly decorated with cowries. The gorfa is also covered with leather and wood protection, and its foot is decorated with cowries. Ethiopia, Borana Peoples. Height: 21.2 cm. Very good condition. NOTE: The Borana society is build around the maintenance of cattle, which are their prime source of sustenance. Milk and yogurt also are staples of the Borana diet...

A beautiful vintage Chinese silver enamel vanity set with turquoise & coral stones inlay flower motif, in excellent condition. Box H:5cm, Comb 20cm, Brush 18cm. $1350

Fostoria Glass Company made the Madonna in the 1950's. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking. 2 are available

These red wines, sold individually, are from the decanter set known as "No. 15". It never had a name. Wines hold about 3.5 oz. Made by the New Martinsville Co. in the 1950's. 5 are available.

Cambridge Glass Company started making Caprice in 1936. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.

The Crinkle pattern was produced by Morgantown glass company in the late 1350's and into the 1960's. This is the 6 1/2 oz tumbler. The tumbler is 4 inches high and in perfect condition. I have 18 amethyst and 6 green available, price is per tumbler. Please specify what you'd like. See my other listings for more Crinkle items in different colors.

Anchor Hocking Glass Co. made Swirl. This is part of the Fire King line. These are in great shape. Thanks for looking.

This really pretty pair of Crystal Ruby Flashed Kings Crown 3 Inch high Single Candle Holders were made by Indiana Glass. Each Candle Holder measures 3 3/4 Inches in diameter at the top and is in very good condition with no chips, cracks or scratches. The Ruby Flashing is all very good. Be sure to search our other Kings Crown available. We guarantee items to be as described. THANK YOU.

Netsuke carved by Ryoshu (born in 1912) - one of the best Japanese netsuke carvers of the 20th century. Netsuke represents a doll of Daruma (founder of Zen Buddhism) enveloped in monastic robe, and his eyes can pop in and out. Perfectly captured facial expression, beautifully incised and etched facial hair and 3 flowering chrysanthemums on his robe. It appears that the artist etched a different design on every piece of this model of his - see the other Darumas by Ryoshu on my site...