All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Handiwork : Hardstone : Pre 1930 item #1269432
Hand carved Chinese natural Hetian jade pendant / Plaque, depicting a dragon. Dimension: 61 x 40 x 12 (mm) or 2.40 x 1.57 x 0.47 inches with total weight of 0.19 lbs/86 grams, no condition issues. 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...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1910 item #858697 (stock #SILV-004)
A rectangular silver box rich in high relief of dancers in costume. The detailing of the human forms and the patterning on their costumes is finely done. The background of the dancers is done in open-work silver of a pattern of swirling leaves and tendrils. At the bottom of the box is a large hand-hammered mythical Asian chimera (Makara)...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #818222 (stock #lot511)
Description: A stone inkstone was in a simple and plain form. By a characteristic “Chao-Sou” form which was named after its easy-handle type, or “Lu-Xin”-shoes like form, the inlstone was carved from solid stone and was shaped regularly in a rectangular form. Starting from the wider side, the grinding surface was sloped slowly to the other side and being as an ink pool. The inkstone is in quite good size of 15.5cm in length. It was carved by an affluent craftsmanship...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #1057216 (stock #40F52 LP326)
Antique Native American folk art female doll. Size: 10.5 inches ht. A Northern Plains Indian antique doll fashioned from brain tanned buffalo hide with buffalo hair stuffing, a tack decorated leather belt and human hair. It has fully beaded moccasins and beaded fringed garments. Sinew sewn and with colored glass beads. Excellent condition (some thinning to hair). Display stand included. Also available as a separate offering is a male companion doll.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1475162 (stock #MC005)
Very Rare Chinese Han Dynasty "Baby" Pottery Cocoon Jar

This small pottery jar was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). This type of jar is known as a "cocoon jar" due to the shape of its body. It is "heavily-potted" and decorated with eight bands of triple-incised lines vertically surrounding the body as well as raised horizontal bands around its neck. It has a smooth burnished surface...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #592789 (stock #2982)
Transparent cobalt blue glass bowl, 18th / 19th C. Rounded sides and slightly flaring rim, the exterior carved and incised in relief with peonys, bird and taihu rock. The reign mark Qianlong nian zhi is incised in standard script within a bold square on the base. Condition: fine. Dimensions: 16,2 cm diameter x 7,3 cm high. Weight: 538 gram.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1446246 (stock #964)

Very beautiful little Miss ..... rare to find 4 " ( 10 cm ) original French all bisque Mignonette ......France around 1880 , has all original and generally excellent condition which could not be more handsome ........

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : African : Pre 1960 item #1461543
Painted wood.Attributed to the workshop of Etuobe, Meku village, Ketu region. H. 32,5 cm. Mid 20th century. Ex coll. Ursula Voorhuis (1932-2021), The Netherlands Guy van Rijn Archive: ao-0110581-001
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #1024566
Large Chinese Jin dynasty (1125-1234) Henan globular form stoneware jar with a high neck decorated on opposite sides of the shoulder with two appliqué dragons running around the circumference of the horizontally ribbed body. The interior is fully glazed and the exterior glaze stops well above the unglazed base. The rich black/brown glaze, referred to as “temmoku” by the Japanese, is permeated with russet accents. 7 3/4" high x 9" diameter.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1837 VR item #638205 (stock #261)
Chinese export Canton porcelain platter circa 1840. A large and beautifully hand painted decorated example in excellent condition no chips cracks repairs etc. some minor glaze flaws bubbles on edge. Measuring approx. 19.5 inches by 16 inches.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1417939 (stock #700)

ul French Bebe with exquisite modeling and quality of bisque and painting on the Portrait by Jumeau , has original body and body finish and finally wearing wonderful antique clothing !! Rare to find head mark 10 Bebe , has very beautiful deep modeling and expression with best quality of pressed pale bisque socket head , gorgeous face with wonderful amber brown inset enamel eyes , painted lashes and brush - stroked and multi-feathered brows. She has on closed mouth with deep modeling a...

All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Coin : Pre 1837 VR item #955594 (stock #26C10-562)
Pair of American coin silver open salts by Robert and William Wilson, working in Philadelphia, PA. Circa 1825. Each salt is decorated with a gadrooned rim and is supported by three hoof feet. Hammered interiors; each engraved with original owner's initials 'JCS' and stamped on the underside with the maker's mark R&W WILSON in a rectangle...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1920 item #182427 (stock #228)
A T.G.Hawkes Cocktail Shaker with a Sterling silver top and Rim. The handpainted scene is of the "Flying Mallard Duck Over Marsh". It is 13" high to the top and is signed "Hawkes Sterling" on the base of the top. Early 20th century. Excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1960 item #9617 (stock #157G)
Graduated faux pearls and pearl floral pendant comprise this necklace. The pendant is very three dimensional, having pearlized flower petals completely surrounding the center stone (bottom half of petals do not show in the picture). Necklace 15" long, pendant 2" by 1 1/2". Charming Haskell.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #964088
A very nice example of a splashed iron spot decorated Jar. Qingbai glaze over a porcelain body. Jingdezhen ware, Song Dynasty 12th. century. H : 8 cm. Diameter : 11.5 cm. Condition : very good, two tiny frittings glazed on the body, no chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restorations.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #1154817
Longquan bowl decorated with incised lotus petals rising from foot to the exterior. Porcelain of bowl covered with green celadon glaze to the foot and decorated with incised flower on the center, red burnt ring on the base. PERIOD : Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 22 cm wide. CONDITION: restored to the misiing part.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1375227 (stock #290)

Outstanding rare larger model of Bru Bebe from " Golden Age of House of Bru " in size 11 .......

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1980 item #1150195 (stock #1014)
A gorgeous example of my favorite Ledesma work this is a pair of earrings that illustrates in the best possible way the maestro's magic touch in the seamless combination of silver and stone. Resembling highly stylized calla lilies, the earrings curve and curl to reach their pointy height. The color of the malachite is saturated and its polished surface just perfect. Each earrings is just shy of 1 1/4" tall by 3/4" wide (at its widest) and the set's weight registers at 11.8 grams...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1960 item #269342 (stock #hask199GX)
Lovely Miriam Haskell Baroque pearls with a very interesting chain. This combination of chains and pearls is classic Miriam Haskell. 13 1/2" in length with a 3" extension.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1800 item #1338375
Pair of fascinating and well modeled Chinese Qing dynasty Qianlong period soft-paste creamy white crackle glazed porcelain zodiac figures depicting a monkey and dog, both dressed in clothing and wearing boots, seated on high backed armchairs. The monkey holds a peach in one hand. Custom wood stands. 18th century. Each measures about 7” high (excluding stands). The figures have old repairs and recent fine quality restorations and are very stable...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Designer Signed : New item #340003 (stock #T 1080)
Bracelet Beautiful Blue Green Aquamarine, Genuine Fancy Sapphire, Cultured Pearls & 18K Gold on Sterling Silver Signed by MIMI DEE who created this ONLY ONE bracelet in Her USA Studio. 40 Grams of Precious & Semi Precious or approx 150 Carats of Natural Aquamarine. Adjustable for dainty to large wrists. Please see pix for dimensions.
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All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1837 VR item #776224 (stock #120)
A fine Dehua blanc de chine globular jar. It is made from a fine, translucent milk-white porcelain associated with these kilns. Dating from the Kangxi period (1663-1723), Height = 7 cm, Width = 6 cm. Condition : Perfect, no chip, crack, hairline or restoration.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1980 item #926940 (stock #ALR2646)
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Exceptional rendering of the character Moon by one of Zens most important 20th century leaders Yamada Mumon. The ink on paper image is framed in patterned copper silk and features black lacquer wooden rollers. Some faint staining, the scroll measures 17-1/2 x 59 inches (44 x 150 cm) and is in excellent condition, enclosed in a kiri-wood box...
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1930 item #1096872 (stock #433)
A fine vintage bronze bust of a boy with green marble base signed G. Martin and with foundry mark genuine bronze. In excellent condition some minor chips to marble base measuring 8 inches or 20 centimeters tall without base. A quality art work would make a fine addition to any collection.
All Items : Archives : Instruments and Implements : Scientific : Pre 1910 item #378908 (stock #M794)
This wonderful pharmacy prescription scale dating to the early 1900s is in very nice condition! The scale box is finely constructed of oak and the balance beam scale comes with 5 small brass weights. The weighing mechanism works like new, in fact, there is not much wear apparent indicating minimal use and loving care over the years.

The oak case measures 11.75"L x 5.5"W and has a rich warm patina with very minor staining to the top. Displays wonderfully!

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1970 item #632162
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Fabulous vintage 1960s 14KT gold and genuine Persian turquoise pierced hoop drop earrings. The backs are marked 14K ATL and the other elements test positive for 14KT gold. The gold has a slight rosy tone. With Persian turquoise beads and tiny coil shaped elements strung on hoops, with gold balls at the top posts. Very classic and modern and super wearable with everything, day or evening.

Each is 1 1/2 inches wide by 1 3/4 inches long. Excellent condition. Photos enlarged to show detail.

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1800 item #929014
Blue & White dish, decorated at interior with two Cabbage. Dating as early qing (1664-1795). Found in Kotabaru, South Kalimantan Indonesia. Condition is perfect, no chips, hairlines, cracks or restorations. Porcelain ware. Diameter: 23 cm
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1980 item #1416113 (stock #14533/14986)
In keeping with the love the 1960s and '70s had for huge, "ethnic" pendants this Los Ballesteros sterling silver sunburst stunner is inspired by ancient Aztec and Maya calendar disks and measures 3.5 in without the bail! Several silversmithing techniques were combined to create the pendant - cutwork, chasing, overlay, oxidation - and right at the center, a crown-set amethyst brings intense color to an otherwise silver and black background...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1940 item #1356400 (stock #9553)
Adams American Express Train Currier & Ives 10-1/2" plate from the 1930s. This decorative multicolour plate features a Currier and Ives scene and it has the Adams mark in use from 1914-40. This nice display plate is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, 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 signs of gentle use. Tracked Packet shipping to anywhere i...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #735138 (stock #64)
Bluish Blue green cracled glaze to the foot . Unglaze base. Width = 13.5 cm Height=10.5 cm. Yuan Dynasty 14th Century. Condition : Excellent : no hairline, crack, chip or restoration.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1930 item #1095560 (stock #WA 18-13)
 
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Pre AD 1000 item #1412489
Korean Silla Kingdom (circa 6th century) unglazed reddish-gray stoneware funerary food vessel with domed cover on a high stem foot broadly flaring at the base and decorated with rectangular perforations. The lid is covered with incised designs and has a central finial. There are no cracks, chips, or repairs. The piece is in very good overall condition with minor imperfections consistent with its age. I cannot be certain if the lid was originally made for this specific bowl. Measures about 5 ...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1920 item #1023752 (stock #346)
A beautiful buzzer bell ringer button for calling servant or hotel desk call button. Fine example in very good condition original wire very pretty stone. Measuring approx. 2 1/4 inches long.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre AD 1000 item #1177570
A Tang dynasty Changsha bowl, rounded side with deep center and unglazed base, bowl decorated with scroll and fire works motif in brown color motif, bowl covered with creamy glazed PERIOD : Tang Dynasty (618-906 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 5.5 cm tall, 15 cm wide. CONDITION: no chips, cracks, or hairlines and free from restorations.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1950 item #1110474 (stock #TR677)
The only way to describe this great ring, that it is superbly designed, wonderfully executed and set in platinum with high quality well matched diamonds. The center consist of five straight diamond baguettes, and the overlapping scroll design that surrounds the center is set with twenty-eight single-cut and six full-cut diamonds. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 1.50 Ct.
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Oil : Contemporary item #1420105 (stock #40I38-139)
Painted Hollyhocks by Vermont artist Corliss Blakely (American, 20th/21st century). Circa 2001. Oil on canvas. Size: 18 inches x 24 inches. Signed in lower right. Offered in a contemporary plein air gilt wood frame. Excellent condition. Corliss Blakely is a native Vermonter, who is known for her still life, landscape and miniature paintings. She was born in St. Albans and studied at the Vesper George School of Art and at the Museum School of Art in Boston. She paints rustic still life and Verm...