All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1146664 (stock #spratulipear)
William Spratling first phase hallmarks as shown are on these magnificent tulip earrings. They are substantial in size at 1.5in. long and .75in. wide at widest point. The weight is 21 grams. They drop beautifully and the screw backs hits in the center of the tulip making it well balanced for a great fit. The swirl curves with the ear for a fabulous presence. No dents or chips. Only striations inside the stones as one would expect to see. Collector quality.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Eastern Europe : Pre 1950 item #1403534
This rare Herend tea service is for twelve, an unusually large service, with a teapot that is also a large size (12 inches from spout to handle, and 7" high). The pattern is Petit Bouquet de Rose, and is decorated in all green, which is rare, as the roses generally are pink or yellow. The mark is that used between 1939 and 1948, and most of the pieces also are impressed with the Herend stamp and a number identifying the particular piece...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1970 item #1121982 (stock #balderasneck)
Balderas is the maker of this vintage jewel and few pieces turn up with this Spratling era hallmark. The drop is 4in. x 1.25in. across and it glistens with the many colors that are picked up around it. The pieces of the drop are strung on sturdy silver chain. The onyx inlays are seamless and smooth to the touch. The length is 15in. plus there is a bonus of a custom extender that was made for the piece to also wear it at 17in...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1990 item #1408576
Big, gorgeous, dramatic, this is a Chanel treasure, with chain measuring 29", and pendant 2 1/4". The lion's head is central to the sun rays around it, with the classic Chanel chain around his head. The links are all large and heavy, and one end has a fastener to unhook it you wish to wear it as a choker. Given the size of the chain, it could also be worn as a belt. It is signed on the back of the pendant with the Chanel name, logo, and Made in France...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1700 item #843263 (stock #26C10 1763)
William III/ Queen Anne Britannia silver dognose spoon, London, marked only with maker's mark of Francis Archbold. Circa 1700. Rare early spoon showing the transition of styles from the trefid to dognose. The dognose form is so called because of the shape of the end of the handle, also sometimes referred to as 'wavy end.' This example retains the broad, shallow bowl and ribbed rat tail of the earlier trefid form but without the characteristic notches in the terminal of the trefid...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Handiwork : Hardstone : Pre 1920 item #1072775
Superb Chinese Jade bowl, Has a buttery color, 4.25 inches in diameter and 2 inches in height, Good condition.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1920 item #1394245 (stock #TCR6837)
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A rare opportunity to pick up a perfect condition Mingei pot from the former Yonezawa Clan's Narushima-kiln of Imaizumi on the border between Yamagata and Fukushima prefectures, one of the Edo period Daimyo feudal kilns, dating from the later 19th to opening years of the 20th century. It is 7-1/2 inches (19 cm) diameter, 6-1/2 inches (16 cm) tall and in fine condition with no chips, cracks or repairs...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1920 item #953360 (stock #J8L2birdPtgV)
June Hastings
$525.00
This beautiful Qianjiang painting of two yellow birds amid branches of pine, interspersed with flowers is a must have for any serious collector of Qiangjiang painting. The Qiangjiang artist were employed at the imperial factories and were often experts of paintings and calligraphy. This vase has a poem and is signed by the artist, the vase dates to the early Republic era C. 1916 and is without damage, and with little wear to the details. It measures 9 inches tall. Guaranteed not to disappoint.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1386359 (stock #18090401)
Circa 1930's-1940's, here is a spectacular pectoral necklace produced in Taxco, Mexico by noted silversmith MS in 940 silver.

The center portion measures 4" wide, and 3" from the top end to the bottom center.

It's a glorious design, beautifully hand-wrought and exquisitely detailed, with a flower pot and winding flowers with leaves. The side links are also leaves, and the closure s a hook and eye type...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Pre 1800 item #1403712
Measuring 15 1/2" high and 4 1/2" wide, this bronze alam, or standard, is from the Deccan region of India, and iwas used in ceremonial parades or other functions, carried on a pole by a leader or religious person. Used in the Islamic culture, it is heavy bronze, and this one was made in two sections, the handle attached with a heavy handmade screw...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1950 item #1410705
During his long career, Spralting designs included many household items in sterling silver. This vintage sterling and rosewood tea strainer appears to be a bird in flight. Measuring 6" long X 2 3/4" the piece is in beautiful condition. Hallmarked on the reverse. Pictured on spratlingsilver.com.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1403755
Intricately woven in sterling silver this bracelet was designed c. 1940-50's by Taxco, Mexico modernist artist Antonio Pineda. Weighing 94 grams the piece measures 7" long with a wearable length of 6 3/4" due to the thickness of the links. The unusual slide clasp includes a safety catch. The 4 jump rings on the design are meant for dangling charms, stones or pendants. The Silver By Tono hallmarks are shown on p.80 of SILVER SEDUCTION: THE ART OF MEXICAN MODERNIST ANTONIO PINEDA by Gobi Stromberg...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1900 item #1423392 (stock #40H19-1194B)
A grouping of Imari pattern Ironstone china by G.L. Ashworth Bros. English. Circa 1862-1891. Included are six dinner plates (10 in.), two soup plates (10 in.), and a large 19 in. oval serving platter. These total 9 pieces. The decoration is hand colored, and the two soup plates have a different coloring to the central design than the other pieces. The platter measures 15 in. x 19 in.
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1173531 (stock #avbookclampe)
Here we have a published book piece made by Maestro Alfredo Villasana. The Repousse is divine and the diameter is 2.5in. for size wear ability. The face front is 4in. tall with the weight being 62.9 grams heavy. No dents or damage to this beauty. This is a show piece and it is difficult for others not to stare at it's allure.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1482250 (stock #88127)
Circa 1930's - early 40's, this amethyst ring is the work of Fred Davis. It's a spectacular piece with a large domed amethyst cabochon set between opposing "V's". This ring is adjustable, currently a size 6.5. The face of the ring measures 1 5/16" x 1 1/8". Weight is 16.7 grams. Signed and hallmarked with a conjoined FD and Silver Mexico. In excellent vintage condition. Amethyst has natural inclusions and quartz marbling.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1980 item #1331577 (stock #16055)
What a rare Mexican silver jewel this is with bright colors that flash in this large Cantera Fire Opal. The amount of time to decorate the hand made chain with hearts, plus the engraving is truly a work of love. In addition the locket is framed with another heart that the locket hangs from. Signed RAF eagle 28 who is noted in Bille Hougarts THE LITTLE BOOK OF MEXICAN SILVER TRADE AND HALLMARKS. No dents or damage of any kind and the locket shuts tight. The height of the locket is 2in...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1930 item #831181 (stock #BA731)
Offered is a rarely found, 1920-25, Milton Bradley dexterity game entitled "TWIN TARGET"...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1319231 (stock #375)

Rare to find all original Faux-Watch with chain in original presentation box for French lady doll , on luxury accessory for on rich Poupee !

A burgundy red enameled watch with a very decorative hand painting little roses and fine ormulu frame has Roman numeral face with original glass ...