What could be more classic for a woman of any age than a string of gold beads by Tiffany? These beads are 8 1/2mm and measure 17 1/2" long. They come with the original presentation box. Circa 1960.
Wire sculptures of two matching monoplanes. These were made by the same hand as the bicycles listed as item # 1131445 and automobiles #1131446.
The planes measure 10 1/2" from propeller to tail and 5 1/2" tall. The propellers move. Found in Pennsylvania; made circa 1930.
These two wire sculptures of early automobiles were made by the same hand as the bicycles listed in item #1131445. As with the bicycles, there are stylistic similarities but differences in the models. Both have doors that open. Whimsical features such as the curlicue headlights are particularly Calder-esque. The open top car on the left measures 9" long and 4" tall. The roadster on the right is 9" long and 4 3/4" tall. Found in Pennsylvania; circa 1930.
These two finely detailed wire sculptures depict slightly different bicycles. The piece on the left is actually a tricycle and on the right is what is called a bonecruncher. Both are in excellent condition. They measure 6" tall to the top of the handlebars. Circa 1930; found in Pennsylvania.
These subtly sculptural earrings are by the late famed Modernist designer, Ed Wiener. A pearl moves on a rod that spans the oxidized, curved backing. The earrings measure 3/4" long and 1/2" wide; screwbacks; excellent condition.
These two bottle dolls each have lots of personality. The ample bosom
mammy on the left dates to the 1920's. She has had a life of hard wok as seen in her tattered apron and head scarf. Her feedsack print dress does not show wear. She is 13" tall.
The doll on the right has clothes that indicate an earlier date. She was probably made in the late 19th century with clothing a bit fancier than her counterpart's. Her apron, for instance, has a lace bottom. She measures 14 1/2" ta ...click for details
The maker of this quilt took liberties with the traditional Wandering Foot pattern giving the design lots of movement. Leaves and Four Patches connect the blocks creating an entirely new diagonal pattern. The quilt has been professionally laundered and is crisp and spotlessly clean. It is from New York State; made in the 1880's. Measures 72" x 82".
These five country store bottles are appealing for their history as well as their shapes. The bottles contain their original merchandise. Two, with labels, contain Knox Sparkling Gelatin. The others have seeds, grains and beans. They range in height from 5 1/4" to 9 1/4".
Probably from the 1890's; excellent condition.
This is an original gold cuff bracelet by collectible American designer, Helen Woodhull. Since her death in 2005, Woodhull's atelier has continued at James Robinson but this piece is dated 1989. The central stone is garnet flanked by three yellow sapphires on each side. It fits a small/medium wrist. The inner diameter is 2 1/8" with an opening of 1". It is 7/16" tall. The original safety chain is included but has been removed from the bracelet.
These 18 karat gold and black onyx earrings by Tiffany are perfect to wear any time, any place. They measure 11/16" wide and have both clip and post backs. The earrings probably date to the 1970's and are in excellent condition.
