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Large, rare, grand, and imposing, deeply carved Continental walnut griffin throne chair. This is truly a special one of a kind exquisite piece that demonstrates unique uncommon craftsmanship and artistry. Note the ingenious way the Master craftsman designed and executed the Griffin’s front foot becomes the front foot of the chair and the Griffin back foot becomes the back foot of the chair on each side of the chair (see photo side view). The deep concise intricate pierced carving includes ...

Rare peaked crystal Art deco style Hamilton 14 karat gold filled wrist watch with 19 jewel movement. This fine rare piece is hallmarked 14K Gold and stamped Hamilton Watch Co. Lancaster, PA Wadsworth with case serial number H880478 on the inside of the back of the case. The model 982 movement is hallmarked Hamilton U.S.A. engraved 19 jewels with serial number J48088. Gold toned face. Circa 1930s. Runs great - keeps good time. Includes new black leather band. Dimensions: 22mm wide. 38 mm long.

This antique Chinese sculpture of Yao-Shih Fwo, the Chinese Goddess of healing, hand carved of schist stone contains older design elements such as hair strands and facial features from the Qianlong period style. Eyes are half closed to represent heavenly serenity. It may be a fragment from a larger carving. This beautiful piece is finely crafted; clearly carved by a very skilled artisan. Astunning artistic enhancement for a fine home. Dimensions: 17” X 9” X 9”.

Elegant fun way to bring culture, diversity of color, positive celebration, and artistic form into your environment with a classic antique Japanese sake bottle or two (or three or four). These fine authentic genuine artistic earthenware pieces celebrate an earlier joyful time. Circa 1890 - 1920. Dimensions: height: 15 - 16" X 6" diameter. Purchase one at the listed bid/price or inquire about a per bottle discount for two or more. Four bottles total available for purchase.

This pair of elegantly styled Gold Gilt Porcelain Guardian Lions, also called Foo Dogs, will surely bring protection and happiness to their new owner. Foo means happiness in Chinese. These powerful mythic protectors have traditionally stood in front of Chinese imperial palaces in pairs with the male (with mouth open) on the right, guarding the structure, and female (closed mouth) on the left, guarding those who dwell inside. The pair comes on their own custom rosewood stands. Dimensions: h....

A rare brass and silvered brass Locomotive eight day striking clock with barometer, thermometer and automaton wheels. The dial set into the cabin and with off white enamel Arabic chapter ring, with aneroid barometer set into the boiler and replaced thermometer to the funnel, the movement with twin barrels, platform lever escapement and strike on bell, with independent single barrel automaton movement. 18.5” High X 18” long X 9” deep. Lot # 93 at Christie's London sold for $24,214 on Jul...