All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1920 item #1280178 (stock #414ad)
With still strong color and thick pile, this long rug measures 9'6" by 3'10". Likely Shirvan, though has characteristics of Gendji also. In good condition, with loss of one complete border on one end, and wear to other end, though sides are intact, with no holes, and almost no wear. The central design of botehs is over a very dark blue or black ground, and two of the borders have a cream ground...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1280172 (stock #162)
Most beautiful French Bebe dress of antique silk and lace with matching stiff couture bonnet .... fit perfect Jumeau , Steiner , Bru , Gaultier , Eden Bebe or other pretty French or German doll about around 18" / 19" ( 46 - 48 cm ) .

Wonderful dress of creams and aqua blue silk ornate with French lace and elegant lace ornaments...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : India : Pre 1700 item #1280169
Virabhadra, incarnation of Shiva, is often depicted in solid bronze plaques. This one however is remarkably fine, with its delicate openwork. It dates from the 16th century, possibly earlier and was made in West India. It has a warm brown patina and appropriate age wear. There is a very old repair just above the small figure on the left. Height 26 cm (the sculpture), 32 cm including the stand.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1980 item #1280115
Spectacular design and execution in this sterling and coral belt buckle by Santo Domingo silversmith Julian Lovato. He began working in 1938 and was a silversmith for Frank Patania Sr. in the Thunderbird Shop. He has been the winner of numerous awards for his fine creations. This belt buckle measures 3" by 2" and weighs 64 grams. It is in fine original condition and suitable to be worn by a man or woman. Signed as shown. Gorgeous in every way.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1279853 (stock #12967)
Iconic Mexican silver and amethyst ring bearing Fred Davis’s signature, this is a Deco beauty and a Davis classic! Adjustable due to its open shank, it is topped by a massive stone housed in a tiered, angular setting. Presently a sz 7 its face is 1 1/8″ by 3/4″ and it rises approx. 5/8″ off finger when worn. The ring weighs 15.7 grams and is signed with Fred Davis’s conjoined initials as shown as well as “MADE IN MEXICO”...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1700 item #1279834 (stock #ET-022)
Ming Dynasty blue and white plate with attractive bird and floral design. Note imperfection to the rim & glaze at time of manufacture and small chips to inside base rim. Diameter: 6.75 inches; height 1.25 inches.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1279761 (stock #161)
Most beautiful most hand sewn one of a kind French Bebe antique silk and lace dress with bonnet for one of your pretty doll´s about circa 23" ( 59 cm ) .... fit great Jumeau , Steiner , Bru , Gaultier , Eden Bebe or other ...

Of beautiful antique cream silk and fully of elegant details , most hand sewn and the upper front part are ornate with small hand made pleats and ruffles.

Both sides has small ruffles blue silk ribbons and lace decoration.......

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1900 item #1279730 (stock #TCR4756)
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A large sweets dish decorated with blossoms by Eiraku Zengoro XII (Wazen) enclosed in a custom made wooden box. The bold pattern is fitting this bold artist. It is 9 inches (23 cm) diameter, 4-1/2 inches (11 cm) tall and in fine condition.
Eiraku Zengoro XII (Wazen, 1823-1896) was one of the most influential potters of his time, setting the stage for the revival of and modernization of Kyoyaki, based on models by Koetsu, Kenzan and Ninsei...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1279667 (stock #160)
Wonderful aqua green antique silk sateen dress with matching high brim bonnet .... fit perfect for french or German doll about around 20" / 21" ( 52 - 55 cm ) for Bru , Jumeau , Steiner , Gaultier or other pretty doll.

Superb one of a kind most hand sewn aqua green silk sateen dress with pretty silk cord decoration around the neck.

Has small ruffles front and pretty lace collar .

3/4 long puff sleeves with lace ruffles and silk bows at wrist...

All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1492 item #1279522 (stock #ET-021)
Song Dynasty two fish celadon plate with lotus leaf pattern to the underside. In good condition overall. Note, one fish embossment appears slightly voided during the making process of plate. Coloration difference from green to more olive on one side. Higher resolution images upon request. Diameter: 7.50 inches; height: 1.75 inches.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1837 VR item #1279388 (stock #412ad)
Of gilt bronze, this fine snuff box is likely a master or table snuff box, as its dimensions are larger than one usually carried in a pocket. It measures 3 1/16" x 2 3/8" across the lid, and is 1 1/2" high. The base is slightly smaller, as the lid overlaps and fits tightly on the base. The scene on top depicts a man seated in a chair, surrounded by others, including a man in Chinese clothing. It appears that the man in the chair has his arm over a keg, and seems to be a bit tipsy...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1279289 (stock #160)
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Very nice and rare early bisque fashion doll attributed by Bru ... France circa 1868 .... has fine pale quality of bisque and best quality of painting.

With original wig and body and finally wearing with pretty antique afternoon costume !!

15,5" ( 39 cm ) beautiful poupee with pale bisque pressed swivel head on kid - edged bisque shoulder plate.

She has plump cheeks and wonderful dark blue enamel inset eyes with dramatic black painted lashes and eyeliner...

All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Pre AD 1000 item #1279218 (stock #ET-018)
Tang Dynasty green glazed spouted wine ewer. Vessel is small likely made for individual servings. Glaze has a nice sheen , however, there are some small chips to actual glaze. No chips or cracks to the ewer itself. Height: 3 inches; diameter: 2.50 inches
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1279183 (stock #159)
Wonderful French bisque poupee in larger size with best quality of bisque and accented by gorgeous very deep blue eyes enhanced further by dramatic painting of eyeliner and large lashes.

This beauty is 22,5" ( 58 cm ) with fines bisque quality swivel head on kid-lined bisque shoulder plate.

Has very deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading and special thick dark eyeliner .

Finest painted dark curly lashes and arched feathered brows.

She has on close...

All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1279139 (stock #142812ledesm)
This is an Enrique Ledesma work of art. He was known for his stone work and this is a beautiful azurmalachite necklace that has a weight of 70 grams and is 1.25in. at the highest point on the drop. No dents, repairs, or damage but there is glare. It was difficult to show the gorgeous color in these stones, so I have tried to show them in different light. They are natural and have matrix running through the stones as they turn color from blue to green, with browns and gold hues as well...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1910 item #1279053 (stock #158)
Impeccably preserved doll and trousseau in original presentation box for the French market , typical of those from on luxury Paris doll shop .

On rare 9" ( 23 cm ) German Bisque flapper doll by Armand Marseille for the French market presented in a pink and gilt paper trimmed presentation box with original trousseau.

Which included all hand sewn and embroidery lace dress , silk ruffled collar , pink muslin dress with hand embroidery roses , some pieces of under wear , on nice...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1920 item #1279008 (stock #TCR4744)
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The seven gods of fortune are depicted in rich gold, vibrant colors and textures on this exceptional set of Kutani Sake Cups from the Kaburagi Studio enclosed in the original compartmentalized wooden box. Each cup is unique, measuring roughly 5.5 cm (2 inches) diameter, 3 cm (1 inch) tall and all are in excellent condition. The Kaburagi studio produced some of the finest wares in Kutani. Founded in 1822, it survives to this day under the same family, now in the 8th generation...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1920 item #1279001 (stock #HP/Ph575)
Antique Shaman Phurba , H 29 cm Information on request