The character “Hiraku” Open (or to Open) in bold scratchy strokes by the infamous nun Murase Myodo. Open you mind, open the path to enlightenment, the path is open to all, but like this calligraphy work is not easy, it is dry and thorny and the gate must be passed. Ink on paper in a silk border with wood rollers. It is 24-1/2 x 48-1/2 inches (62 x 123.5 cm) and is in excellent condition...
Brilliantly designed sterling silver & onyx bracelet by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). Bracelet measures 2 inches wide with a wearable length of 6 1/4 inches. Weight - 191 grams, or 6.7 oz. Beautiful vintage condition with no issues. Slide in clasp is tight and secure. Original safety chain. Fully hallmarked...
We are offering a Los Castillo pectoral necklace that is thick silver repousse and has a wearable length of approximately 16in. The swirls are sweeping and with a dark patina that makes the color even richer. No dents or damage of any kind. This design was made when Margot was married to Don Antonio Castillo. I have seen this with the old linear marks as well as with this eagle signature. The weight is a mark of quality and this piece weighs 114 grams heavy. The drop is 1.5in...
Fantastic and rare this vintage 1940's amethyst & sterling silver bracelet was designed & signed by Frederick Davis (1880-1961). The bracelet is 1 1/2" wide and will fit up to a 7" wrist. It weighs 138 grams, or 4.09oz. Both stones and silver are in excellent condition with no issues. Clasp is tight and secure. Fully hallmarked including the eagle 22 which was issued to Davis during his time running the Sanborn's shop in Mexico, City...
Marvelous one of a kind antique French silk plush princess style Bebe coat with gorgeous bonnet and muff .... would fit perfect for French or German doll about around 24" ( 62 cm ) ... very elegant for Jumeau , Steiner , Bru , Gaultier , Eden Bebe , EJ - Jumeau or other pretty doll.
It is on most hand sewn three piece set in beautiful sea green color of 19th...
A Fine bronze by the modern master of the Japanese bronze tradition, world renowned Hasuda Shugoro, enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The modern form is belted in geometric patterns with a mottled olive and red patination, signed on the base Shu. It is 6 x 7 x 9-1/2 inches (17 x 15.5 x 23.5 cm) and weighs approximately 5.5 kg (12 lbs) in excellent condition.
Hasuda Shugoro was born in Kanazawa City in 1915...
Very beautiful French Lady desk from circa 1890 , on outstanding and luxury furniture for your elegant doll room or scene. The exterior is decoratet with lithographed - tin design in the romantic style , fully ornate with very beautiful scenes of flower garlands , bow and angels and other exquisite Rococo decorations.
Has beautiful colors romantic ornaments at front and both sides. To open at front with a pretty tiny bow handle ... inside covered with red felt ...
Pines in the Rimpa style grow on the folded surface of this fan painted by Kamisaka Sekka and enclosed in the original signed wooden box, retaining the original paper binding on the fan itself. It is 12 inches (30 cm) long folded, and in excellent condition.
Kamisaka Sekka (1866-1942) is the godfather of 20th century Japanese design and the Rimpa revival. He was born in Kyoto in 1866, one of six siblings...
The tear drop is an iconic design for Antonio Pineda. This necklace is Properly signed as shown and with a weight of 126 grams that speaks of quality...
Most beautiful all original antique French character girl by SFBJ .... has outstanding sculpting with very well defined characterization , best quality of pale bisque and painting , original body , clothing and accessory !
19" ( 48 cm ) beautiful girl with bisque socket head with typical tiny blue enamel glass inset eyes , finest painted lashes over modeled eye-lid . Fine feathered brows , very slightly parted lips with row of sculpted upper teeth and smiling expression at h...
Most beautiful one of a kind fully hand embroidery pique dress in Princess style with matching bonnet , will fit perfect for Jumeau , Steiner , Bru , Gaultier , Eden Bebe or other beautiful French or German doll about around 25 " ( 64 - 65 cm )
This princess style dress is all hand embroidery with beautiful flowers garland at front , back , and skirt. Also the 3/4 long small sleeves are ornate with this pretty garlands and around both wrist with hand embroidery eyelet cotton...
An 18k white gold diamonds cocktail or anniversary cluster ring circa 1950s. This vintage size 6 ring features a round brilliant cut 30 point diamond (VS-1, J-K colour), two round brilliant cut diamonds (35 points total, VS-2, I-J colour), four round diamonds (16 points total, VS-SI, G-H-I colour) and sixteen single cut diamonds (30 points total, SI, G-H-I colour). It weighs 5.4 grams and it has a recent independent conservative gemological appraisal in the amount of $4500 Canadian (~$3460US). ...
Mexican sterling silver heavy link section bangle bracelet circa 1970s 1980. This modernist sculptural 13/16" wide vintage bracelet is a Castillo design and it consists of fully hinged segments with a tall push-button box clasp. It is stamped TC-117 MEXICO 925 and it weighs an substantial 115.3 grams (3.7 ounces). Nicely finished designer quality. It is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. We are not sure if TC-117 was one of the various Castillo ...
A post Edwardian diamonds row engagement ring in 14k yellow and white gold circa 1910-15. This antique size 6-3/4 ring features three European cut diamonds (42 points total, SI1-2, G-H colour). Three stone rings became popular in the late 1900s, especially for engagement rings. The 3 stones in a row signified the phrase I Love You or Be My Bride. It weighs 2.4 grams and it has a recent gemological independent conservative appraisal in the amount of $1350 Canadian (~$1040 US). It is in very go...
A vintage sterling silver hand engraved oval 1-1/2" x 1" (sans bale) photo locket on an 18" link chain with a springring clasp. This 1930s-40s necklace weighs 11.8 grams and it is engraved on one side only. The locket is stamped BIRKS STERLING, it has two photo retaining bezels and it is in excellent vintage condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or anti...
An exquisite Japanese koro incense burner carved from a piece of plum blossom colored agate and enclosed in a period wooden box. It is 3-1/2 x 5 x 4-1/2 inches (9 x 12.5 x 11.5 cm) and is in excellent condition, dating from the early 20th century.
A striking design rises up the pin-holed surface of this set of Tokkuri with genuine gold repairs about the rim dating from the late 18th to 19th century and enclosed in a period wooden box. They are 2 inches (5 cm) diameter, 6-1/2 inches (16.5 cm) tall.
Very beautiful original antique Huret era French Poupee bonnet , the flat topped cream straw bonnet has deep sides and slightly slanted brim .
Hand woven of narrow straw bands and pretty decorate with cream silk ribbons which goes around the hat . On silk bow and flowers bouquet ornate the hat as finishing touch outside and inside is the straw brim complete covered with silk and muslin lined. On tiny hand painted signature was found inside the brim.
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