The pear-shaped body rises to a tall cylindrical neck surmounted by a lobed garlic bulb-shaped mouth and pair of dragon-fish handles suspending large stationary rings from their tails. The vase also decorated by incised floral on the body. Glazed Base. 20 cm high Small chip on the foot rim, no hairlines or craks and free from restorations.

Rare dagger from Tibet. The bronze phurbu features a crowned Buddha. The blade part features a the head of a makara (marine monster). Period: 12th century to 15th century.Size: 13cm. Condition: very good. Check "Arts of Asia" May-June 1989 issue.

A leporello with Japanese original woodblock print triptychs, mainly designed by Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861), famous for his warrior prints. The album is containing six warrior triptychs by Kuniyoshi and two made by his pupils. The oban sized prints are separately mounted on gold splashed Japanese paper. 1. Kuniyoshi (Robinson T 87) c. 1842-43. 2. Yoshitsuya, Ichiesai (1822 - 1866) c. 1843. 3. Pupil of Kuniyoshi, c. 1843. 4. Kuniyoshi (Robinson T 124) c. 1842-43. 5...

This belt is part of the traditional costume worn by the Hmoung ethic minority group in the mountains of northern Thailand. Every square inch of the belt is intricately embroidered with a series of embroidery techniques including applique, sumack and cross stitches. The belt is decorated the various sized wooden beads probably from China and very old coins from Burma. The belt makes a stunning display and can easily be worn. The size can easily be adjusted by moving the large silver balls...

A very nice and unusual pair of cuff links in sterling by William Spratling. They are suitable for a man or woman and measure 3/4" by 3/4". Fine original condition and both cuff links are signed as shown.

Large and impressive this 4 inch long sterling silver and bronze butterfly/moth pin or brooch was designed and signed (c.1940's) by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). The pin measures 4 inches long and 3 1/2 inches wide and weighs 49 grams, 1.7 oz. Designed and made in 4 sizes this is the largest. Beautiful original condition with no dents, dings or repairs. Pin back and lock work perfectly...

This Matl design is very well executed and signed ME-O2 after 1980. The turquoise has warmed with time and the birds are really quite lovely. No damage of any kind to this well cared for treasure. 96 grams is the weight and the wearable is 18 inches of comfort. The drop of the center is 3.25in. x 2.5in. You will be pleased with the skill and presence exhibited, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE! LAYAWAY AVAILABLE

Sterling silver money clip designed and signed (circa 1940's) by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling. The clip measures 1 5/8"L X 1 1/4". Hallmarked on the back SPRATLING SILVER, WS, SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO. Pictured on p. 35 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill. Also pictured on spratlingsilver.com.

Beautifully and artfully sculpted, this shaman, or sukia, sits with arms crossed on knees, smoking, in the traditional pose of these precolumbian figures from the region that now encompasses Costa Rica. Dating to the period 800-1400AD, it is in very good condition, with some loss to the toes on the right foot, and has some patinization from being handled, in addition to mineral encrustation. The lava stone is reddish gray, and the surface is mottled, as is the case with such stone...

A large heirloom object b/w jar founded in South Sulawesi, decorated with a typically early Ching Kangxi period Circa (1662-1722) of continuously large Lotus blossoms around the body, base unglazed. Condition is perfect except minor glaze fritting to rim sides, no chips and no any cracks and free from restoration. Mouth diameter: 20.7cm/ High: 48cm/ Body maximum wide: 37.5cm.

One hundred herbs prayer bead bracelet from the boarder town between China and Tibet. These type of prayer bead is believed to be good for curing all types of sickness. The beads are made by compressing 100 herbs into a ball. There are 18 beads in all. Age: Pre 1920. Size: inside radius 7cm. It is stringed with a new stretch string to fit all. Condition: Very good for its age.

A rare and complete keris, the handle made of water buffalo horn inlaid with silver, the scabbard made of finely chiseled and engraved silver. For more specialized information on this keris I refer you to the last picture where a complete description of the former owner, a Dutch collector, can be seen. H. 38 cm. Comes with a custom made metal stand.

Graceful and sensuous sterling silver necklace designed and signed circa 1950 by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). The necklace measures 17 wearable inches long. The wrapped twisted silver design and subtle interior vermeil contrast creates a three dimensional effect. Signed on the back WS 925. Beautiful condition with gorgeous vintage patina. No dents, dings or repairs. Spratling referred to this design as "Colar Gola"...

Jar with two lugs covered with bluish green glaze and decorated with incised dragon; unglazed concave base. PERIOD : Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 8 cm wide, 7 cm tall. CONDITION: no chips, cracks or hairlines and free from restoration.

A Nyonya hairpin made of gilt silver with rubies or glass stones, mounted as brooch. Condition: repaired breakage to the pin, needle a bit warped, wear to gilding. Dimension: 9.7 cm long x 2.6 cm wide, weight: 12 g. Shipping by Priority Swisspost included.

A lovely bowl of Jizhou ware. PERIOD : Southern Song Dynasty (12-13th Century). MEASUREMENT : 10.8 cm wide, 6 cm height. CONDITION : excellent, no chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restorations.

A very large Temple carpet with five dragon of which four are chasing the elusive pearl. Size: 206 x 123 cm. Condition: No repairs.

Rare and complete keris of small proportions, possibly a lady's keris. The handle made of whale ivory, carved as a yawa demon. The scabbard made of polished hardwood. A full description by the former owner, a Dutch collector, can be found in the last picture. Length 33 cm. Comes with a custom made metal stand.