This elaborate silver Miao headband would be worn by a woman for festival. First a piece of fabric would be tied around the womans head to protect her from the sharp edges of the metal. The headband would make a soft pleasing sound as the woman moved her head. The man on horseback and flowers are a reference to the Miao myth of bringing light into the world. The headband is approx 20 inches long.

Channel the glamour of Mad Men in this real vintage cocktail ring. Exquisitely executed in 14 karat white gold, the ring features 14 old-mine cut diamonds surrounding an approximately 6 carat emerald cut deep velvet green tourmaline. The center stone measures 9.6 x 14 mm and the weight of the diamonds totals .55 carats. Some of the brilliant stones have minor nicks but, overall, this 1960’s beauty is in excellent condition. The ring is a size 8 and can easily be sized.

"My Window", original signed etching on paper by Luigi Lucioni (Italian-American, 1900-1988). 1928. Image size: 4.25" x 5.25". A very early detailed engraving by Luigi Lucioni that combines a still life with the view from his studio/apartment overlooking the arch at Washington Square in New York City. This is a scarce image, and this example is in very good condition, with only some slight toning in the upper margin corners...

A late Ming blue and white large kendi / kudika, item decorated with under glaze blue of landscape and human motif. good condition no chip no crack no restoration.
Size: 18 cm height.

A rare and unusual size of Song - Yuan dynasty longquan celadon dish with twin fish motif, rounded side with flattened rim and glazed base, dish decorated with big twin fish motif, semi-porcelain.
Dish is in very good condition no chip, no crack, no restoration, semi-porcelain (no ping sound with finger tip) rare and unusual size.
Size: 28 cm diameter.

Description: A nephrite jade pendant was carved as a tiger’s head. By a grayish tint, the jade piece was revealed with blackish incursions along the stone tissues and accompanied with ice crackles. They were all resulted from long time of burial. In adequate size, the jade piece was an ideal accessory in the past and in nowadays as well. Date: Ming Dynasty(15 Century), Dimensions: 3.8cm x 2.6cm x 1.2cm

Please note: This item was photographed under glass, and thus some photos depict unavoidable light reflection which distorts both color and condition. Coloring of poster is rich and is uniform throughout with consistent color and tone...

Japanese Meiji Period large pure silver vase with incised floral design. The wonderful design is beautifully and expertly incised by silver artist, YUKITERU. Stamped JUNGIN or pure silver on bottom. The vase measures 12" tall and 9" in diameter.

Offered is a rarely found, 1920-25, Milton Bradley dexterity game entitled "TWIN TARGET"...

Measuring a diminutive 1 5/8 inches in diameter x 1/4 inch high, this circa 1920s, Madam C J Walker "TAN-OFF" tin is a RARE find!

This sample size tin is in very fine condition with minimal surface wear as is evidenced by the photos. The yellow coloring is uniform--any white marks seen in photos are light reflection, not wear or damage.

This product was created by the Madam C J Walker Company of Indianapolis, Indiana, for the purpose of "brightening sallow or dark skin"...

A large Japanese stoneware koro (incense burner), decorated with coloured enamels on a celadon glazed ground, depicting mythical beings. The cover is surmounted by a Shishi. This item was made circa 1880 - 1920 during either the Meiji or Taisho periods. Condition - two of the three legs have been restored...

Description: A brick oil-lamp was preserved finely. In cylindrical shape and with a hollowed-out cover, the oil lamp was in decent look when radiating out the ancient light. A Chinese character “Fu”-Good Fortune was intriguingly carved within the pattern of the hollowed cover. By an enduring old patina, the oil lamp was in perfect condition and can be used in a practical way. Date: 19th century. Height: 16.5cm, Width of the base: 16cm.

Outstanding ,handmade, WIDE 7 band sterling bracelet by Navajo jeweler Allen Kee during his work at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale,Arizona. It is 5" around in the inside with a 1" opening and it is 2 3/8" wide. Beautiful incised lines complete the terminals. It weighs 63 grams and is in fine original condition. Signed as shown with the White Hogan Shop mark Handmade Sterling and AK for Allen Kee. Other bracelets like this that I have seen have only had 5 bands. This one is very special.

A Ming dynasty 16 - 17th century wanli period blue and white bowl, rounded side with bracket lobbed rim and glazed base, bowl decorated with under glaze blue of deer, dragon fly and peaches motif, at center there is running deer motif, inner wall with peaches motif, outer wall with six deer, two dragon fly and two peach tree motif.
Bowl is in very good condition no chip, no crack, no restoration, some minor crackeled glaze at the surface, high ping sound with finger tip.
Size: 15.5 cm ...

Description: A Zitan lotus-bud water basin was well carved. By a fine quality, the wood piece was preserved with enduring purplish black patina on the surface. Abrasions and minor frits were found on the outer rims. Date: Qing Dynasty, 19th century. Width: 7.6cm, Height: 4.2cm.

Pair of early Ming 15th century Chenghua - Hongzhi blue and white bowl, rounded side with mantao shape and glazed base, bowl decorated with under glaze blue of flower scroll and buddhist emblem at the outer wall, center with flower spray, painted in fine quality. Both piece is in very good condition no chip, no crack, no restoration.
Size:

A Ming Zhengde - Jiajing 16th century blue glazed ewer, flattened pear shape body with straight spout and curving handle, the ewer covered with blue glaze.
Ewer is in good condition with damage part at the spout re-attach please see picture for detail, no restoration.
Size: 20 cm height.

A Yuan Longquan celadon yen yen shape vase, rounded side with ovoid body and trumpet neck, stand on beveled foot, glazed base with unglazed foot ring, covered with green glaze.
Vase is in very good condition no chip, no crack, no restoration.
Size: 16.5 cm height.

A Ming 16 / 17th century polychrome enamels bowl, rounded side with flared rim and glazed base, bowl decorated with over glaze red and green enamels of flower scroll motif at inner and outer wall, center with two deer among the flower.
Bowl is in good condition with a short faint line at the rim, no chip, no restoration.
Size: 15 cm diameter.

Description:

A Triad Blac De Chine Guanyin Statue was beautifully rendered.
In elegant sitting posture the holy deity was accompanied with two attendants in front of the throne.
And on the rocky stands beside her, there's a purity vase on the right and a holy hawk sitting on the left.
Serene and peaceful in mood, her features were well depicted when the flowing robe and the beaded rosary was carved in a fine craftsmanship...

A good Ming Transitional Chongzhen 17th century blue and white big oviod jar, this jar has short neck with thickened rim and stand on a foot ring, jar decorated with under glaze blue transitional style lotus pond and rock motif, on the shoulder there is three flower motif with leaves.
Jar is in good condition no chip, no restoration, there is star cracks line at the base, no effect on display, still a beautiful piece for collection.
Size: 20 cm height.

An exceptionally fine sterling and turquoise necklace by Frank Patania. The stones are beautiful and set in saw toothed bezels. Measuring 14" end to end, the center square is 1/1/2" long and 1 3/8" wide. An extender can easily be added to the chain in the back so that this piece can fit a larger neck. Fine original condition and signed as shown. These pieces are highly collectible and heirloom quality.

DPRK / North Korean Book: Koryo Dynasty Celadon / Bronze

The great leader President Kim Il Sung said: "The people of Koryo greatly developed the printing industry by inventing metal type for the first time in the world and manufactured the Koryo ceramics which the world values as treasures because of their distinctive colours, patterns and models. All these made our country famous".

Part of the introduction to this book. The Koryo Museum complex is at the foot of Mt...

These charming earrings were made in Israel of .935 silver; only one is marked. They are decorated in multicolored enamels on a lime green background, with a design of stylized fish defined by applied thin strips of metal or silver. Both earrings appear to have some sort of maker’s mark on each clip back. They measure 3/4 inch in diameter.

Wear your sophisticated elegance on your sleeve, or around your neck, with this retro 1940’s-50’s yellow and pink 14 karat gold graduated rope necklace. The twists of this substantial 16” chain alternate in color for a stunning two-tone effect perfect for everyday wear or a special occasion.

A tiny silver flower tops the large turquoise beads on each of these Tibetan silver covers on this pair of weighted calligraphy seals. The silver is fully covered with repousse decorations of animals. Each piece has a small coral bead on one side and a small turquoise bead on the other. The seal bottom symbols are well worn: one is a conch shell and the other is hard to decipher. Sourced out of Tibetan, now part of China, these antique seals are a rare ethnic artifact of a past time...

You’ll be in full bloom with this exceptionally executed 14 karat white gold brooch. This diamond-encrusted Edwardian beauty measures just over an inch in diameter and features a pin back as well as loop, making it convertible into a pendant. The center stone is a 1.55 carat brilliant cut diamond rated a J color and I2 clarity by our in-house gemologist...

A rare Ming 15th century Chenghua blue and white hibiscus bowl, rounded side with flared rim and straight foot, bowl decorated with under glaze blue hibiscus flower scroll motif, rim with cross border, center with flower motif.
Bowl is in good condition no chip, no crack, no restoration.
Size: 15.5 cm diameter.

An elegant pair of vintage fan-shaped or drape shaped 14k yellow gold earrings with a diamond on white gold on the side. These 1-1/2" x 3/8" pierced earrings weigh 3.2 grams, and they are stamped 14K and have an FB maker's mark. They have European style hinged backs, and they have a single cut diamond in each earring. They are in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

An exquisite large vessel by Seifu Yohei III (1851-1914) enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The mirror smooth surface is lightly tinged pink, a delicate touch only Seifu could create. The Fretwork about the center is absolutely perfect. The vase stands just over 12 inches (31 cm) tall, 5-1/2 inches (13 cm) diameter and in excellent condition. It is signed on the base Dai-Nippon Seifu Zo...

VERY rare mid-century modern sterling bracelet by Georg Jensen Denmark. I have never come across this bracelet before and although the bracelet number is referenced in the Jensen book by Drucker, there is no photo, which leads me to believe that this piece is extremely rare. It measures 7 1/2" end to end and is 1 1/4" wide. It weighs 79 grams and is in fine original condition with a great patina. Signed as shown. This is a spectacular Modernist design that should delight a serious Jensen collect...

A brass four prong dorje from Tibet. The primary symbol and ritual implement used in Tantric Buddhism, also know as a vajra. It can be translated as "diamond" or "thunderbolt". Age: Pre 1920. Size: L. 12cm. W. 4.3cm. Condition: Perfect.

Like an aged boxer, the squat muscular crab takes a stance of readiness, one claw up prepared to defend against a coming attacker. This little fellow is unusual in that it is made of thick bronze, with each joint pinned in a way that allows for some mobility. Legs splayed the creature is 9 inches (23 cm) wide, standing it is 3-1/2 inches 89 cm) tall. There is a repair to the first joint of the 2nd left leg. It dates from the first part of the 20th century.

Description: A charming plate owns the crackled glaze was preserved in very good condition. Shaped with broad and flat foot ring which revealed the characteristic soft paste, the plate was justified as a rare piece from Zhang kiln of Ming dynasty. Zhang kiln was in Fujiang Province. The products from this kiln were unique by its rice-yellow glaze and the wiry ice-crackles effects resulted from firing. Another characteristic is the relatively soft body clay comparing to the ones from Jingdezheng....

Everything about this sencha tea implement storage cabinet is top quality; a most unusual box made up almost entirely of worm wood featuring a removable door with an inner panel of antique Chinese origin, possibly an image of a tea salesman with his baskets of leaves. A bronze handle surmounts the lightweight box, with a set of four jade rings attached through a pair of folding fans serving as a handle for the door. Climbing up the naturally gnarled sides of the door are two tiny frogs gazing ...

Description:

Zhang kiln was in Fujiang Province.
The products from this kiln were unique by its rice-yellow glaze and the wiry ice-crackles effects resulted from firing.
Another characteristic is the relatively soft body clay comparing to the ones from Jingdezheng.
Very similar to Ge products and were easily being confused by connoisseurs by the much smaller crackles on the surface, Zhang ware were mainly produced for Japanese and Southeastern markets since Ming Dynasty until...