All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1473464 (stock #1241)

Huret era 1862th. rare enfantine poupee with lovely and imposing presence of an teen poupee , has wonderful pale and fine bisque quality and painting , very flat un-pierced ears , rare body style of sturdy kid over wooden with perfect bisque arms and superb antique enfantine costume !!!

15" ( 39 cm ) ... beautiful early doll with fine pale complexioned bisque shoulder head with blue enamel eyes , has dark eyeliner and delicately painted lashes and lightly feathered brows...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1473367 (stock #1240)

Rare 5,5" ( 15 cm ) all bisque Mignonette for the French market by Simon and Halbig circa 1885th. ..... has exceptional detail of modelling on pale bisque quality , lovely plump body style and in generally excellent condition included her trousseau !!

Mademoiselle Mignonette is 5,5" ( 15 cm ) .......

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1473328 (stock #1239)

Darling 14" ( 36 cm ) bisque boy wearing beautiful original silk clothing , has lovely pale quality of bisque socket head has beautiful well working blue glass sleep eyes with dark eyeliner and fine painted lashes.

Modeled brush-stroked and feathered brows , open mouth with outlined lips and has row of porcelain teeth , pierced ears and pretty original light brunette short mohair boy wig over cork pate.

Head mark at back with ; DEP

Simon and Halbig for French ...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #1473262
Chinese late Qing dynasty rectangular form hinged cloisonne box with inner tray resting above an open compartment decorated on the exterior in cloud form cloisons with butterflies, flowers, and scrolling foliage emerging from rockery and set against a turquoise ground. Blue counter enamel interior and base. The box was likely designed for holding jewelry with the padded pink silk applied to the inner lid to protect the contents in the tray. Two heavy brass handles and front lock plate...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1700 item #1473254 (stock #lot1239)
A green-glazed bowl was decorated on the surface with painted floral patterns.

Width: 12.6cm, Height:6cm

It is in perfect condition .
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1920 item #1473249 (stock #7296)
Old three paneled wedding bed cover from the Zhuang ethnic group Southern China- silk floss weft embroidered pattern on hand woven cotton field. Good condtion- some minor loss to edge of head end edge. L: 138cm/54in and W: 105cm/41in.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1940 item #1473088
Early edition Japanese shin hanga woodblock print titled "Boats at Shinagawa, Night" (aka “Shinagawa Coast”) from the series “Tokyo Views” (Tokyo Fukei) by Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949) dated in the right margin "5th month of Showa 10" (1935). The black ink signature and red seal of the artist are at the lower right. The seals of the publisher Doi Sadaichi (used 1933-1945), carver Ikeda, and printer Matsushita are in the lower left margin...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Himalayas : Pre 1980 item #1472806 (stock #HP/Ma857)
Pretty and old mushroom mask, with a shiny black patina. These mask are made from tree parasit mushroom with a minimal carving work . The aime of the carvers is to take advantage of the native form of the mushroom These masks are usually hung inside homes to function as protective effigies. They are more occasionally used as face masks at certain parties, H 20 cm, width 300 cm weight 650 grams.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1472804 (stock #1237)

Beautiful and rare only " X " mark Bebe commissioned by Maison Jumeau size 10 ( 21" / 54 cm )from circa 1885th. , very rare to find with this Portrait like facial expression ...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1472682 (stock #M9579)
LARGE Chinese Western Han Dynasty Painted Pottery Soldier (206 BC - AD 8)

This large and impressive pottery model of a warrior was made over 2,000 years ago during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is made from a dense grey pottery and particularly "heavily-potted". It has been "cold painted" in white, red and black pigments...

All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 2000 item #1472594 (stock #2983)
A pair of Italian espresso cups in glass probably from Murano In tomato red color with black accented handles. Can be purchased as a pair only
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1940 item #1472553 (stock #BA981)
Measuring approximately 7.25 inches high, this difficult to find, Black Americana Vargas wax figure is mounted on its original wooden platform and is one of a series of fascinating "street character wax dolls" conceived of and crafted by Mrs. Concepcion Vargas Alfonso, daughter of the world-renowned, turn-of-the-20th century, New Orleans, Spanish sculptor, Francisco Vargas.

From approximately 1910 through the 1930's, Mrs...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1930 item #1472552 (stock #BA979)
Measuring approximately 7 inches high, this wonderful Black Americana Vargas wax figure is mounted on its original wooden platform and is one of a series of fascinating "street character wax dolls" conceived of and crafted by Mrs. Concepcion Vargas Alfonso, daughter of the world-renowned, turn-of-the-20th century, New Orleans, Spanish sculptor, Francisco Vargas.

From approximately 1910 through the 1930's, Mrs...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1930 item #1472550 (stock #BA978)
Measuring approximately 7.25 inches high, this magnificent Black Americana Vargas wax figure is mounted on its original wooden platform and is one of a series of fascinating "street character wax dolls" conceived of and crafted by Mrs. Concepcion Vargas Alfonso, daughter of the world-renowned, turn-of-the-20th century, New Orleans, Spanish sculptor, Francisco Vargas.

From approximately 1910 through the 1930's, Mrs...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1472536 (stock #1232)

Very nice one of a kind silk and woolen coat costume with matching bonnet suitable for circa 14" ( 36 cm ) French or German Doll in your collection !!

All most hand sewn of soft ecru woolen , a pretty little coat dress with front closure of hooks and eyes . Has small inset sleeves and beautiful chenille and silk cord trim decoration all around edged...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1930 item #1472509 (stock #BA977)
Measuring approximately 7.25 inches high, this very highly sought after Black Americana Vargas wax figure is mounted on its original wooden platform and is one of a series of fascinating "street character wax dolls" conceived of and crafted by Mrs. Concepcion Vargas Alfonso, daughter of the world-renowned, turn-of-the-20th century, New Orleans, Spanish sculptor, Francisco Vargas.

From approximately 1910 through the 1930's, Mrs...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1930 item #1472505 (stock #BA976)
Measuring approximately 7 inches high, this highly sought after Black Americana Vargas wax figure is mounted on its original wooden platform and is one of a series of fascinating "street character wax dolls" conceived of and crafted by Mrs. Concepcion Vargas Alfonso, daughter of the world-renowned, turn-of-the-20th century, New Orleans, Spanish sculptor, Francisco Vargas.

From approximately 1910 through the 1930's, Mrs...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1930 item #1472487 (stock #BA975)
Measuring approximately 7 inches high, this highly sought after Black Americana Vargas wax figure is mounted on its original wooden platform and is one of a series of fascinating "street character wax dolls" conceived of and crafted by Mrs. Concepcion Vargas Alfonso, daughter of the world-renowned, turn-of-the-20th century, New Orleans, Spanish sculptor, Francisco Vargas.

From approximately 1910 through the 1930's, Mrs...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1472178 (stock #MB584)
Fine Large Chinese Han Dynasty Painted Pottery Hu Jar & Cover

This pottery jar with cover was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is made from a fairly high-fired fine-grained grey pottery that has been elaborately "cold painted" in various coloured pigments, including blue, a colour rarely seen on Han pottery. The pattern comprises a geometric design around the neck and a swirling cloud pattern around the waist, between wide bands.

Height 33 cm (13 inches)...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Edwardian : Pre 1920 item #1472155
This fantastic Edwardian watch chain is complete with swivel clip and T bar (most aren’t), and with terrific detail. It weighs a satisfying 31.7g, and tests as 14kt gold. 13-1/4” in length; the long decorated bar links measure 1-1/8” each. The T bar is 2” long. The milgrained gear-like parts are slightly articulated – very Steampunk. The dangling link is for your fob or charm. We just love the details! It would be the perfect accessory for your Dickensian outfit, cosplay in general, or...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1472126 (stock #MB432)
Chinese Tang Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Lady with Oxford TL Test

This elegant pottery figure of a lady was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). The lady wears flowing robes and stands alert with hands clasped together across her chest, her head looking very slightly to her left. It is made from a cream-coloured pottery that is relatively highly-fired. The body is coated in finely-crackled green and amber glazes while the head and face have been cold painted with black and white pi...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #1472104
Pair of 11 1/2" tall Chinese Qing dynasty standing porcelain ducks decorated in iridescent yellow, green, and aubergine susancai enamels. 19th century. Excellent overall condition. Well modeled with fine details to the head, feathers, and webbed feet. From the Phoenix, Arizona collection of a woman in her 90s.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1472102 (stock #1228)

26" ( 67 cm ) pretty French character girl by SFBJ with very good pale quality of bisque socket head has beautiful large deep blue glass inset eyes with dark eyeliner and painted lashes.

Has modeled brush-stroked and feathered brows and small open mouth with outlined lips and row of porcelain teeth , pierced ears and nice brunette wig.

Head mark at back with in circle by SFBJ 230 ...

France by SFBJ circa 1900th. , has generally all perfect condition and is free of ...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1472095 (stock #MB123)
Fine Chinese Tang Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Groom Figure (Published & with Oxford TL Test)

This fine pottery figure was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906) and represents a foreign male attendant or groom. It is "heavily-potted" and made from a cream-coloured pottery that is relatively highly-fired. The body is coated in very finely-crackled green and amber glazes.

Tang glazed items such as this are usually referred to as "sancai glazed" pieces. "Sancai" refers to three colo...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1700 item #1472017 (stock #MB983)
Large Chinese Ming Dynasty Blue & White Porcelain Dish (with Mark)

This impressive porcelain dish dates to c.1540 - 1620, from the late Jiajing reign to the Wanli reign. It has a foliated rim and is decorated in underglaze blue of good colour. The central decoration features a flower blossom surrounded by four be-ribboned Buddhistic lion-dogs. Surrounding the central roundel, around the cavetto, is a scrolling leaf scroll, with the flat upturned rim decorated with a wavy floral scroll. The u...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #1472006 (stock #MB899)
Rare LARGE Chinese Song Dynasty Stoneware Granary Jar & Cover with Oxford TL Test

This very rare and unusual stoneware jar, complete with its original elaborate cover, was made during the Song Dynasty (AD 960 - 1279). Both cover and jar have architectural elements; they represent a granary with a raised tiled roof. The jar has applied decoration representing a tiled roof and a pair of doors. On either side of the doors as well as on the "back" of the jar, are incised patterns that seem to re...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1800 item #1472005 (stock #MB966)
Tall Chinese Kangxi Blue & White Porcelain Vase from Shipwreck (30cm)

This very attractive porcelain vase was made during the Kangxi reign (1662 - 1722) of the Qing Dynasty. The surface is profusely decorated in underglaze blue of good colour, the decoration comprising four large panels containing various trees and flower blossoms as well as smaller panels containing chrysanthemum blossoms, together with geometric patterns. This vase is complete with its cover.

This vase bears a paper la...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1472002 (stock #MB923)
Fine Chinese Neolithic Siwa Culture Burnished Black Pottery Jar (c. 1350 BC)

This fine and rare pottery vessel was made over 3,000 years ago by peoples of the Siwa Culture (c.1350 BC) from present day Gansu or Qinghai province. It is quite "heavily-potted" with high handles, a saddle-shaped mouth and a wide body. Pottery jars from the Siwa culture are rarer than those of the preceding Qijia and Majiayao cultures and most known examples are made from an orange or buff coloured pottery. Blac...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1471999 (stock #MB935)
Large Chinese Neolithic Machang Painted Pottery Jar (c. 2300 - 2000 BC)

This large pottery jar was made over 4,000 years ago during the Machang Phase (c. 2300 - 2000 BC) of the Majiayao culture, also known as the Gansu-Yangshao culture, from present day Gansu or Qinghai province. It is quite "heavily-potted" and made from a yellowish-brown pottery that has been relatively highly-fired. It is a well-made jar of good proportions. At the waist of its wide body are two sturdy loop handles. At t...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1471966 (stock #1227)

Sweet and very childlike cabinet size Jules Steiner Series C Bebe with early rounded and plump facial modeling of best pale bisque quality and excellent painting . Lovely cute facial sad expression with splendid blue eyes , original Steiner body and wig , wearing superb original antique A line gown with little bustle and lovely bonnet !!

Most beautiful early rounded face Bebe by Jules Steiner in perfect cabinet size 16" ( 42 cm ) ! Has pale pressed bisque socket head with pretty c...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1471735 (stock #1225)

From a private familie in France a stunning cabinet size 7 all original Bisque Bebe by Maison Bru ..... France circa 1882/ 85th. , has generally excellent and original condition by this excellent and luxury doll factory !!

16 " ( 41 cm ) very beautiful and rare to find Bebe has best quality of pale pressed bisque and painting , perfect swivel head with lovely blue paperweight inset eyes , thick dark eyeliner and fine painted lashes , brush-stroked and multi feathered brows.

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1471662 (stock #1224)

Very beautiful one of a kind silk and all hand embroidered woolen costume for French Bebe around 22"/ 23" ( 58 - 60 cm ) ... fit perfect for French or German Bebe , most hand sewn and in generally excellent fabric condition from around 1880......!

A two piece outfit of lovely blue silk and fully hand embroidered soft matching blue color wool, has lovely hand made ruffled silk front and back . Has puffed shoulders at both 3/4 long inset sleeves , each has small a cuff and pretty...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #1471449 (stock #lot1237)
A Cizhou porcelain caddy was found with original lotus-leaf cover.
In unique russet glaze, the caddy was exemplified the excellent decorative art of Cizhou wares.

Date: Yuan Dynasty 13th century.

Height:15cm
Width:13cm

An identical jar was found in a Yuan tomb painting (Tea ceremony 備茶圖).(see last picture)

A custom-made cotton box is included.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1900 item #1471408 (stock #WN385)
An antique Japanese manju sagemono carved from a stag antler rose. The top showing attributes of the Seven Lucky Gods, the bottom with leaves. Nice patina, the green silk cord is replaced, due of the material the rim section is partially not even. Condition: traces of age. Dimension: diameter: c. 4.6 cm, c. 1.8 cm wide.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1471399 (stock #1221)

Rare to find most beautiful all hand sewn 1870th. century antique two piece evening poupee gown of light brown and blue silk beautiful trimmed , would fit well for Fashion doll around 18" ( 46 cm ).

Stunning antique one piece gown with fitted waist and luxury long bustle train in back , has small long inset blue silk sleeves and square wide neckline ornate with fine silk trim matching to the blue silk pleated hem .

Has back closure with hand made loops and hooks and inside f...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1471396 (stock #1220)
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Outstanding and rare 1860th. silk afternoon Enfantine gown by Mlle. Bereux with typical nice details of this sewing artist for Huret !

All hand sewn three piece enfantine costume for size 4 Poupee by Huret or other early or other early fashion doll from arround 1860th !

Wonderful three piece gown of very delicate silver gray and ecru silk .... enfantine skirt with vest and jacket.

Luxury costume in superb condition like mint ... comprised a wonderful vest with lose ...