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Chinese Western Han Dynasty Painted Pottery Attendant Figure
This pottery model of a male attendant, or servant, was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). The figure stands with hands clasped together under a wide-sleeved robe. Note the presence of purpose-made holes above and below where the hands would be where a flag or banner (?) would originally have been placed diagonally, and presumably made of wood so long since rotted away and lost...
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Timepieces : Pre 1950
item #1396790
(stock #38B69-1290)
Vintage Ship's Bell brass clock by Chelsea mounted in its original mahogany wooden cradle. Made for Abercrombie and Fitch and so marked on the silvered dial. Eight-day movement, with key. Pre WWII origin. Size: 9.5 inches H x 8.5 inches W. Running condition. As found finish, ready for professional polishing, if so desired.
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Porcelain decorated with dragon, glazed base with four character mark. PERIOD : Wanli (1563 – 1620 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 19 cm wide. CONDITION: Perfect, no chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restorations.
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Very pretty French couture silk dress for French or German doll about circa 24" / 25" ( 61 - 63 cm ).... fit perfect for Jumeau - Steiner - Bru - Gaultier - Eden Bebe or other pretty doll !!
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A fine Tiffany blue favrile art glass vase with beautiful blue iridescent color and stretched glass rim. Measuring Approx. 6 inches tall and 7 inches at the widest point. Signed on the pontil L.C.T. Favrile and numbered. In excellent condition.
Japanese Edo period woodblock print by Toyokuni I (1769-1825) depicting the kabuki actor Nakamura Utaemon III portraying a sake peddler encountering a dog from a set of eight prints published by Yamamoto Heikichi in 1815. Kiwame censor’s seal. Paper size: 14" x just under 10." Very good overall condition and color with some typical minor wear. There is wormage evident that is well disguised and stabilized by an album backing...
"Hits and Misses" by Paul Brown. Derrydale Press. 1935. Limited edition, number 665 of 950 signed copies with illustrations by the author of polo playing. Hard cover. Some toning to cover and pages. Size: 11 inches x 8.5 inches.
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Obviously these two masks from the Nuo theater belong to the minorities of southern China. They constitute a set probably designed simultaneously by the same artist. One of the masks represents the monk Heshang and the second represents the jester Quintong. These masks date from at least the middle of the 20th century, that is to say about a hundred years. H 24 and 26 cm, presented on a metal base. More information and pictures on request
Hu's Collection
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Description: A white jade carving of a boy holding a lotus bud was from 18th century.
With very good carving skill depicting the smiling face, the robe and the posture, the jade figurine was preserved in good condition except with some frets on the heels. People always say that jade is hard to date. To this piece, the obvious facial characteristics can speak fully the old imagery of a Chinese figure...
ANDREA FATELL
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A smashing sterling wire wrapped tiger eye brooch by Modernist Francisco Rebajes. The highly polished smooth tiger eye is absolutely gorgeous and it appears that the sterling wire wrap is one continuous piece ending with the ball decoration. This is a huge brooch measuring 2 7/8" by 1 1/2". It is in fine original condition and signed Rebajes Sterling. What a terrific piece by this great studio artist.
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Old Japanese Banko Ware Marble Pattern Tiger
The tiger is 4.5 inches tall, and 5 inches wide.
It is in good condition with no repairs, chips, nor cracks.
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Delicate Venini vase in blue opalino glass. Vase measures 6 1/4 inches (15.8 cm) tall, 6 1/8 inches (15.6 cm) wide and is 5 inches (12.7 cm) deep, tapering up from a base that is 2 3/4 inches (6.9 cm) in diameter. Ground pontil. Signed with three line acid stamp. No cracks, chips or repairs. Circa 1950's
E & M Perez
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19th century gouache of Naples bay, showing the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.
Frame size 11 1/8" x 14 3/4", sight size 3 3/4" x 7 3/4".
Gold leaf wood frame with double mat, top mat of textured silk, likely early to mid 20th century framing.
Gouache not signed, but not examined out of frame, and could be signed below mat on bottom.
Very fine detail of the Bay of Naples and Naples in the background, with smoke billowing from Mt. Vesuvius...
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On brown silk gauze finely embroidered high ranking nobleman's court robe. In polychrome and couched gold threads nine five clawed dragons, one dragon hidden on the underflap of the garment. The mythical beasts chasing for the flaming pearl among clouds, bats, peaches and the buddhist precious things. The bottom of the textile is decorated with waves and stylised rocks. The sleeves worked in pleated dark blue silk, ending in horsehoof cuffs, side-fastening overlapping closure with metal buttons...
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SOLD. Vintage Gilded Brass Sash Ornament with small C catch clasp, leaning toward the Art Deco direction, leading one to ponder perhaps this was late in the 'Sash wearing period'. Green Art Glass Cabochon with moonglow button affect swirls is bezel set at 7/8" X 1/2" yet embraced with 2 double claw decorative prongs. Lots of strong design. 3 3/4" X 1 3/4". Very Nice vintage condition. SOLD 2012
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A Japanese Ivory netsuke of a girl holding a Chicken fine carving artist signed measuring approx. 3.5 inches tall or 9 centimeters. A fine addition to any collection.
Hu's Collection
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Description: A gilt-bronze Buddha figure was casted in 10th-12th century at northern China. Small but delicately carved with good quality bronze , this item has dark shining patina which yields the enduring age. The typical facial expression of Liao Dynasty further makes us to believe the date is for sure. The last picture shown is a grand piece from Shang-hai Museum of China.
Condition: Between the robe's pleats, traces of gilt gold is still revealing.
Height: 8cm
Antiquarian Art Co.
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Oil painting of a Texas Barn by Nicholas Richard Brewer (1857-1949) . Signed lower left titled on verso. Image 12 X 18 in original frame overall size 15 x 21". A prominent 19th century portrait and landscape painter in Minnesota, New York and Texas, Nicholas Brewer was born in Olmstead County, Minnesota and was raised on a farm along the Root River in southeastern Minnesota...
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Striking Venini Vase in awesome shades of cobalt, aquamarine, and deep red. Done in the con macchie and a puntii techniques, this vase has an irregular surface, as the blue and aquamarine are worked more into the surface and the red is definitely left a puntii (dots on the surface), the colors are laid on a clear glass. The vase is asymmetrical with two opposing pulled points. There is a bubble in the rim that is visible in enlargement 4, not a flaw but mentioned for accuracy...
E & M Perez
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In red velvet lined rosewood case, this brass microscope is in the style of Benjamin Martin, and dates to the mid nineteenth century. Most of the original pieces are included, and the microscope is in working condition. There is an old solder repair along the side of the rack and pinion, which is visible in the photos. Unsigned, it is likely English. The case is in good condition, with a few light splits in the wood, and both the top cartouche and key escutcheon are mother of pearl...
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Beautiful rare model Figure " C " Jules Steiner Bebe size 22" ( 56 cm ) with superb quality of bisque and painting , rare original signed Steiner eyes with wire - lever sleep mechanism , original Steiner body and superb antique clothing !!
Beautiful pale pressed bisque socket head with very sweet and childlike expression of best quality of bisque and painting ,has rounded facial shape and wonderful large gray - blue original Steiner glass eyes ( mark 4 Steiner ) with rare le...
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Very nice and rare to find 5,5 " ( 15 cm ) early all bisque child by Kestner , has generally excellent condition .
The early bisque dolly has best quality of bisque and painting , pale bisque socket head and pretty brown glass enamel inset eyes with fine painted lashes and one stroke brows...
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A late 19th/Early 20th Century dragon decorated tea kettle made for export to Europe or North America. It is unusual to find a tea kettle from this period in brass.
Condition - good. No damages or losses.
5 inches (13cm) High.
中国外销黄铜茶水壶 约1890-1920
一件19世纪末20世纪初龙纹黄铜茶水壶，为出口&#...
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An original John Gould Hummingbird lithograph published in 1861 Beautifully hand colored with watercolor and added iridesence. Hallmandel and Walto printers London in good antique condition some age toning and light foxing. Slightly trimmed measuring approx. 14 x 21 overall size. A fine example of this important work one of the finest images.
A Monograph of the Trochilidae, or Family of Humming-Birds
Written by John Gould
Published by John Gould (London, England)&#...
ANDREA FATELL
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Featured on page 182 of the book SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill, this is the Thumb Print bracelet in 970 silver by Antonio Pineda. Very bold, very mid-century modern, this bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 7/8" wide. It weighs 138 grams and is in beautiful original condition. Signed as shown. This piece makes an important statement on the wrist.
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A beautiful modernist composition oil on paper by Harold Christopher Davies a well listed California modernist The Provenance is from the estate of the artist and Hoover Gallery of San Francisco. Measuring approx. 23 x 28 inches framed size 32 x 40 inches. A fine example of this artists work.
Harold Christopher Davies was a painter with whom art came first and commercialism last. Though he was a remarkably passionate and somewhat prolific artist, he resisted gallery representation until...
Asian Art By Kyoko
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A lovely set of Dingyao Cup and Stand are well preserved.
They are in small sizes but in great condition .
Date: AD960-1127.
Cup width: 7.2cm,
Stand Width:8.1cm.
A custom-made cotton box is included
They are in small sizes but in great condition .
Date: AD960-1127.
Cup width: 7.2cm,
Stand Width:8.1cm.
A custom-made cotton box is included
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970
item #1265580
(stock #antonarchnec)
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Antonio Pineda signed necklace with black velvet rope to tie at your choice of length. The tips are arrow heads with a raw hammered finish. The archers depict a Lascaux inspired hunting scene. The hunters are cut out of the top layer of silver with the bottom layer being niello creating a shadow box effect. The blade is 5in. across and 2.5in.tall. The weight is 112 grams heavy. I also have listed the matching cuff that is also shown in the pictures. Simply rare and stunning, just LOOK AT THAT NE...
The Kura
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A refined set of 5 later Edo Sake cups in a hybrid E-gorai style from the Kosobe kiln of Igarashi Shinbei decorated with pale blue designs (gnarled plum trees?) under thick cream colored glaze on very thinly potted clay blended with shiseki for great effect. This is likely the work of the second or third generation Shinbei, both known for their Korai-Utsushi (Korean style) wares. Each cup is 2-1/2 inches (6.5 cm) diameter. They are in surprisingly good condition, with no cracks. There are a ...
Versatile necklace of crescent shaped rosewood and thick inlaid sterling silver with a heavy sterling link chain. Designed and signed (1940's) by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The center pendant measures 4 1/4" across and 1 1/2" at the widest point. The clasp locks into any link to give the wearer the option of length. The original box link sterling silver chains measure 8 inches and 19 inches. This necklace is pictured on www.spratlingsilver.com with a short chain. Also pic...
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A well carved white jade of a Phoenix. The Phoenix representing the Empress as the Dragon represents the Emperor. Age: Late Ching. Size: H. 4.5cm. W. 3.5cm. Condition: Perfect.
This versatile necklace designed & signed c. 1960's by San Miquel de Allende, Mexico artist Carmen Beckmann measures 25" long & weighs 63 grams. Comprised of polished turquoise & amethyst stones & interspersed with pearls the design is finished with a gem quality amethyst set into a beautiful & intricate 14K gold clasp with safety. It's been professionally restrung on silk cord. MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill includes Beckmann in a chapter on distinguished Women Designers of Mexico.
The Kura
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Flowers of the four seasons blossom in a cacophony of color over the entirety of this Kutani vase signed from the pre-eminent Kaburaki (Kaburagi) studio dating from the opening of the 20th century. The imagery is exquisitely performed with over-glaze enamels on a sheer white ground. The vase is large at 19 cm (7-1/2 inches) tall and is in excellent condition, with some wear to the gold rim. It comes enclosed in an old custom made kiri-wood box.
Kaburaki, along with Yoshidaya, were the pree...
Kaburaki, along with Yoshidaya, were the pree...
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If you look for on special and rare doll so I think this could be the right one for you !!
From early 1800s. comes this wonderful and rare Neopolitan character faces child ..... possible little Jesus from on Nativity Scene, with highly expressive features of face and body.
Large modeled baby of 20" ( 51 cm )
Of wooden and earthenware wonderful sculpted socket head with slightly open mouth and small inset blue enamel eyes , well defined features and original ti...
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A shallow dish, heavily potted, covered in a beautiful celadon glaze producing the crackles of the Geyao type glaze. The recessed base is glazed while the foot rim is dressed with an iron brown wash. Periode : Qing Dynasty : 19th Century Diameter : 34 cm. Condition : Perfect, no chips, cracks, hairlines or restorations.
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Extraordinary huge vintage sterling and turquoise petit point ring by Zuni Edith Tsatbetsaye , circa 1970. Many silversmiths created petit point pieces but this silversmith took the art to an extreme. This ring is set with a total of 62 turquoise stones ranging from a round 1.5 mm diameter to 61 slender marquis petite points 4.5mm in length X 1 mm at the widest point. Each of the latter is cut with a semi-circular high domed arch that is her trademark, creating a lacework that wraps around t...
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Scientific : Pre 1930
item #1416702
(stock #M1397)
Stonegate Antiques
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Offered is a circa 1920s, four-tier, clear glass Apothecary Show Globe. Stacking show globes such as this have always been a highly sought after apothecary artifact for those building a venerable collection of old pharmacy items. This lovely, 26 inch tall example is a visual statement piece- one to be admired for years to come.
Each individual globe sports ground glass construction and each fits into position with perfection. The interior of all sections is sparkling clear with almost no tra...
Fiona Kenny Antiques
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A 14k yellow gold baby elephant charm or pendant from the 1960s. This detailed vintagepachyderm charm has a brushed finish. This figural charm is 3 dimensional and It measures 3/4" long and 1/4" wide. It weighs 1.8 grams. It is stamped 585 (for 14 K ) on the loop. It is in excellent 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 antique and may have slight...
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Hand carved Chinese Hetian jade carving, depicting a skeleton. Size; Measurements are 75 x 46 x 36 (mm) or 2.95 x 1.81 x 1.42 inches, total weight is 0.16 lbs/72 grams, in very good condition. Introduction; Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Hetian jade, a nephrite jade, is regarded as the only true jade in ancient China until Burmese jadeite becomes popular in
late Qing Dynasty. The hardness of the Hetian jade is between 6 to 6.5 and density is between 2.96 to 3.17. Most of the nephrite jade in th...
A Continental parcel gilt silver souvenir demitasse coffee spoon with enameled bowl depicting a view of St. Peter's Square, Rome. Spoon is of unmarked silver with twisted handle and finial with the mitre and crossed keys of the Vatican. Excellent condition. Size: 4.75 inches length.
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Stunning wide - eyed Bebe with fine bisque and painting , original wig , body and beautiful clothing !!!
She is on pretty size 12 Bebe ( 27" ( 69 cm ) by Emile Jumeau ..... circa 1888 in all perfect condition of bisque socket head with pretty blue glass paperweight inset eyes witch has dark eyeliner and fine long painted lashes.
She has brush-stroked brows and on closed mouth with outlined lips. Pierced ears and original pretty curled long brunette human hair wig over cork pate an...
Exceptional vintage sterling silver and amethyst bracelet designed & signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist artist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). Measuring 1 inch wide and 6 3/4 wearable inches long. 8 hand carved amethyst columns are bezel set and reflected within concave silver alcoves. Slide in clasp and safety chain are tight and secure. The ancient stones are in perfect condition. Fully hallmarked on the reverse. This design was featured in the museum exhibit WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE ...
One Good Eye Silver
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An early Los Castillo creation as indicated by the low design number, this is also a classic for the taller - repousse swirls accented by beads and riveted together to imitate the waves in a distant sea. The links' depressed areas are beautifully oxidized to intensify the design's depth and by construction the bracelet offers maximum comfort to its wearer. It measures 7 1/4" long (wearable) by 5/8" wide (at its widest) and weighs 39.9 grams. Signed with the taller's name as well as des. no 392,...
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A colorful, vibrant, beautiful pin by Modernist Elsa Freund ( 1912-2001) who was born in Missouri and influenced by the beauty of the Ozarks. This one of a kind piece is hand forged sterling silver and the "stone" is clay fired with pulverized bits of glass, a method she developed, that her husband named "Elsaramics". The pin measures 2 1/2" by 2" and is in fine original condition, no chips or cracks. It is signed "Elsa" on the reverse of the pin as shown. Elsa Freunds' work is collected worldwi...
Spoils of Time
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Koryo dynasty olive toned celadon bowl with a large, impressed peony decoration inside the bowl and incised fine line around the inside of the foliate rim. The body thinly potted but strong as in the manner of Chinese Yingqing wares of the same period. Perhaps slightly more stout than Yingqing wares, it emits a similar resonance when lightly tapped. 12th Century. For a discussion of this and a comparable incised bowl, see Figure 6, "The Radiance of Jade and the Clarity of Water - Korean Ceramics...
Fine Chinese Tang Dynasty Horse & "Fat Man" Rider with Oxford TL Test
This fine pottery model of a horse and rider was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). Sitting on the horse is a male courtier, often referred to as a "fat man", the male equivalent of the "fat lady"; note the clothing and hairstyle. It is made from a relatively high-fired buff-coloured pottery that has been "cold painted" in various coloured pigments.
Height 31 cm. There is no obvious sign of repair, as is conf...
Japanese limited edition aquatint etching by Sarah Brayer (b. 1957) depicting a solitary figure walking with a parasol down a snowy village lane titled "Kurodami." The print is pencil-signed, titled, dated ’96, and numbered 74/120 in the bottom margin. Visible paper size: 8 1/2” x 18 1/2” (image: 7 5/8” x 17 3/4”). Original Kanda Gallery frame with non-glare glass measuring 14 1/2” x 24 1/2.” The print has not been examined out of the frame, but no condition problems are visibl...
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This fun little pin is either gold filled or has a gold wash. Measuring 1/2” x 3/16”, there are Fleur de lys at each end and an oval in the middle with “BEBE,” surrounded by black enamel. The pin stem assembly is original, and it is in excellent condition. Unmarked. The photos are part of the description; please examine them carefully. Thanks! Shipping, handling & insurance within the USA included.
Chinese late Qing dynasty baitong (white brass), also called paktong, opium smoking pipe with nicely incised decoration featuring two beauties on a veranda on half of the base and calligraphy on the other half. Marked under the circular hinged top of the opium holder. The original tweezer and brush tool are included. Late 19th to early 20th century. 10 3/4” high to the tip of the pipe stem, base about 2 5/8” long x 1 1/4" wide x 2 1/2” high (to flat, circular lid). Very good overall c...
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Hector Aguilar's book and bead bracelet has a wearable length of 7.5in. The weight is 88 grams heavy and is .75in. tall. No damage, dents or repairs. This jewel has a captivating reveal to the wearer displaying a swirl on the very top and bottom. Superb craftsmanship by Hector Aguilar.
Celadon Art Gallery
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Celadon grey glazed to square cut foot rims and glazed convex base. Song Dynasty 10th-13th Century Height = 5.2 cm Width = 8.5 cm Condition : a chip on the rim.
A 0.25 Ct brilliant cut diamond that has H color and VS1 clarity is set in a 6 prong 14Kt white gold “buttercup “ style pendant setting. The price of the pendant includes a 14Kt white gold 18” cable chain.
Galerie Hafner
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Elaborate large head ornament featuring pumpkins, a butterfly and a cicada moth. Made of metal and cardboard covered with two shades of kingfisher feathers and red and green enamel. Condition: few losses of feathers. Dimension: 18 cm wide, 17 cm high.
Rare Chinese Early Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Figure (AD 618 - 906)
This rare and interesting pottery figure was made during the early part of the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). It is made from a grey pottery that is solid (as opposed to being hollow as are the majority of Tang figures) and relatively highly-fired. It has been "cold painted" in various coloured pigments. The figure represents a soldier, or possibly a guard, who is standing to attention with his left hand held out. In this ha...
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Amazing find! Beautiful vintage double sided school poster from France - was used in classroom for lessons circa 1940's-50's. In good overall condition for its age - some edgewear & light scuffs - nothing major. Also marked "Editions Rossignol Montmorillon Vienne." This is poster #17/18 "La Giroflee" & "Le Coquelicot". Measures 35-1/2" x 29-1/2" (90cm x 75cm).
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This is a Fred Davis bracelet with ribbed thick amethyst bars. The stones are stunning and large with the bracelet being 12/16 tall and 7.5in. long. The piece is in excellent condition and the stones are smooth to the touch. The weight is 68 grams heavy. It is shown in one picture with a Fred Davis ring that is listed separately but came with the bracelet. The stones in both pieces look to be from the same vein of stones being consistent in color and inside matrix. This is a real treasure, excee...
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Very beautiful and near mint un - played condition , rare to find 15" ( 37 cm )Sonneberger bisque Bebe for the French market .... very cute face expression, all original condition included body , wig and wearing gorgeous costume !!
A rare near mint condition doll , has pale bisque socket head with flattened solid dome and very deep plump facial modeling. Lovely light rose cheeks and super fine painting of lashes , feathered and brush-stroked brows.
She has brilliant blue glas...
Hu's Collection
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Description: This greenish jade plaque was supposedly used as a mounting piece on a clothing or a leather outfit. On the reverse side inlay drill was obvious.
With the type of the crouching horse and the material of the greenish jade used to make the plaque, it was dated as a relic of Yuan dynasty (13th century)
Length: 6.7cm
Date: Yuan Dynasty (13th century)
Celadon Art Gallery
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Width 9.3 cm.
Excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or hairlines and free from restorations.