All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1285549 (stock #180)
Gorgeous French antique pique and soutach costume , fit perfect French or German doll about around 18" ( 45 - 46 cm ) .....
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1285555
Iconic sterling silver and amethyst owl brooch designed and signed circa 1940's by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The pin stands 2 1/2" tall X 2" wide. Weighs 30 grams. Each amethyst is bezel set and surrounded by a deep channel giving the owl eyes a 3 D effect. Both silver and stones are in beautiful condition. Pin back and safety lock work perfectly. Fully hallmarked on the reverse. Pictured on p. 44 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill & Carole Berk...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1285560 (stock #HP/GH589)
A great old ghurra showing Janus protectors sitting back to back surmounted by a buffalo. H 14 cm Presented on a metal stand More information on request
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1950 item #1285735 (stock #682)
Original pen and Ink drawing "Girl on the Beach" by Frank Van Sloun signed lower right. Renowned painter, muralist, etcher and educator. Van Sloun studied in New York City under Robert Henri and members of the Ashcan School. Memberships included the San Francisco Art Association, the Carmel Art Association, Bohemian Club, Society of Mural Painters and California Society of Etchers. Image 8"L x 11"W.
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1900 item #1285736 (stock #683)
AFTER NIKOLAI IVANOVICH LIBERIKH (1828-1883), A RUSSIAN BRONZE OF A BEAR STANDING ON HIND LEGS with signature and with a plaque engraved in Russian "Killed by the Emperor near / Lisin 9 March 1865" Height 21 1/4 in. 54 cm Condition: excellent some age discoloration an early 20th century casting. Provenance: Private Collection Stanford Ca. Dimensions: Approx. 21" x 10" x 9"
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Drawings : Pen : Pre 1950 item #1285753 (stock #685)
Serge Ivanhoff Ink and watercolor figural studies signed and and noted Paris. image 8"x10.5" framed 17" x 19". Serge Petrovitch Ivanoff was born in Moscow in 1893 and showed artistic ability from a young age. On the family’s move to St. Petersburg, he took the opportunity to further his artistic studies by enrolling at the Imperial Academy of Arts in 1917, at the height of the Russian Revolution...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1970 item #1285778
A stunning sterling and jelly opals necklace by San Miguel de Allende, Mexico artist Carmen Beckmann who was active from c.1955. This magnificent piece features 27 colorful,vibrant jelly opals placed intricately between silver balls all framed in graduated sized silver rectangular links. The stone backs are open so the light can reflect the gorgeous colors of the opals. Measuring 16 1/2" long, it is 1/2" wide at the center rectangle...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1285782 (stock #183)
Most beautiful childlike French Jumeau girl waering wonderful all original Jumeau woolen winter costume ......
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1960 item #1285783
Rare limited-edition abstract Japanese sosaku hanga woodblock print by Jun'ichiro Sekino (1914-1988) believed to be dated circa late 1950s. The bottom margin is pencil-signed and numbered 2/50. A white ink Jun Sekino signature is at the lower right. Paper: 12 1/8"V x 24 7/8"H (image: 9 3/8"V x 22 1/8"H). There is a mat burn line and some soiling evident in the margins. There are remnants of brown tape at the top verso. An original price tag is on the back...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1285787 (stock #183)
I never saw before such a so pretty and sweet very tiny bisque Bebe by Jules Steiner ,

only 7,5" ( 19 cm ) and in all perfect condition with original mohair wig and body , under wearing and lace costume .

Very rare to find tiny size A Steiner Bebe with sweet bisque socket head with beautiful blue glass eyes with fine painted lashes , widely arched brows and tiny accented eye corners and shaded nostrils.

Row of very tiny teeth between her open mouth.

She has pierced ears a...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1800 item #1285804
Very fine facial features, the hands in the dhyana mudra (meditation). Excavated piece with a lovely green patina. H. 16,5 cm. From a Dutch private collection.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #1286098 (stock #1078)
A rare pair Korean badges for a civil official, dating to the Choson period. Embroidered in multicolored silks on blue figured silk with two cranes flying with a stalk of sacred fungus amidst clouds, above a taihu rock and waves. Bordered with gold wrapped thread. Glued on cardboard and mounted in antique wooden European frames. Condition: fine, slightly faded and few loose threads. Dimension: 24.8 cm x 23.1 (with frame), badges: approx. 22.5 cm x 21 cm.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1286109
Fantastic one of a kind French silk dress with matching bonnet which will fit perfect for French or German doll about around 24"/25" (62 - 64 cm )...perfect for Jumeau - Steiner - Bru - Gaultier or other pretty doll....

This wonderful dress is most hand sewn and fully of fine and elegant French details...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1286113 (stock #185)
Wonderful and rare to find all original antique jewelry set ..... necklace and pair of earrings in wonderful typical blue Jumeau color .

Necklace of pretty glass pearls with original Jumeau clasp ...mark J

Matching pair of earrings with special fine wire.

Would fit perfect for Jumeau doll´s size 8 - 10 , a rare found and in all perfect condition.

France by Emile Jumeau ... circa 1880

Necklace length .......

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1286128 (stock #TR767)
If you like oldies, this 14Kt white gold filigree and diamond ring that dates back to the 1920-s is for you. The openwork ring has a hexagonal center that holds solitary old-mine diamond that weighs approximately 0.25Ct.The ring is a size 7 and can easily be sized.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1940 item #1286188 (stock #12908)
Classic sterling silver repousse necklace from French Indochina, this is an exquisitely made piece its links brimming with small chrysanthemum flowers, buds and leaves. Possibly made by Chinese silversmiths of the diaspora, it is a pleasure to wear and I love the way it combines classic Chinese motifs with the angularity of Deco design. The necklace is 15 3/8" long (wearable) with its width varying between 1" and 5/16". It weighs 41.2 grams and is marked "INDOCHINA" and "SILVER FRENCH"...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Pre 1970 item #1286189 (stock #12354)
Designed for David Andersen by Bjorn Sigurd Ostern a vintage 1960s sterling silver and enamel pendant necklace with an original Andersen neck ring. This design is referred to as "Thor's Hammer" and in our case it comes in stunning shades of blue. I love the hand-hammered finish of the torque and the set's slick elegance. The pendant is just shy of 2" tall by 1 7/16" wide while the neck ring has an inner circumference of 15 5/8" (including the 7/8" gap; yet relatively adjustable)...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1286230 (stock #185)
Oh...wow... here comes the bride and if you want she can come in your great collection !!

All perfect and wonderful dressed German bisque doll by Kley and Hahn ... called " Walkure " , made in Germany around 1900..... 27" ( 68 cm )

Beautiful bisque quality socket head with brown glass sleep eyes ( unusual original mechanism ...please ask about pictures) with well function , dark painted lashes and eyeliner and mohair lashes.

She has on open mouth with row of porcelain tee...

All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1286245
Stunning vintage hand wrought amethyst and 990 sterling silver necklace designed and signed c. 1940-45 by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar (1905-86). Pendant measures 2 3/4" X 2 3/4". The original hand forged chain and clasp measure 24" long. Weight of necklace is 87grams, 3.1oz. The ancient amethyst stone measures 7/8" across and is in perfect condition. No dents or dings to the silver. Fully hallmarked on the reverse HA 990 TAXCO. This rare design is pictured on p. 33 of SILVER SEDUCTION: T...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1920 item #1286250 (stock #TCR4826)
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A pair of unique three part tokkuri by Taniguchi Chojiro consisting of a top, which turned upside down forms the cup, a central ring on which the cup rests, and the bottle, which, when assembled, make the form of a temple bell. These are made after the infamous bell of Hokoji Temple which provided (a rather lame) excuse for Tokugawa Ieyasu to crush the Toyotomi family and claim the country for his own, therefore beginning the Tokugawa Dynasty which ruled Japan for over 250 years. This is seen ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Period : Pre 1980 item #1286370 (stock #TR768)
Perfect for a March birthday, this 14Kt white gold aquamarine and diamond ring is a classic design from the 1960-s. The center stone is a sky blue emerald-cut aquamarine that measures 10 X 8 millimeters with the approximate weight of 3.50 Ct. A brilliant cut diamond flanks the center stone on either side, the approximate total weight of the two diamonds is 0.50Ct.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Pre 1940 item #1286412
Art Deco in design this 1930's sterling silver and obsidian pin was designed and signed by Mexico designer Frederick Davis (1880-1961). Pin measures 2 3/4" X 1 3/4". Beautiful condition. Pin exhibited in WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE and pictured on p. 206 of the book by Penny Morrill.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1286447 (stock #187)
Very beautiful French antique turquoise silk sateen dress with matching color bonnet .... fit perfect for Jumeau ..possible size 13 ... Steiner , Bru , FG , Eden Bebe or other pretty French or German doll about around 28" ( 70 cm )

Very nice most hand sewn French silk sateen costume with pretty ruffled front part and lace ornate side parts.

It has a light green sateen collar which is pretty ornate with silk cord. The dress has 3/4 long sleeves with large puff at shoulders and l...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1970 item #1286528
Oversized limited-edition Japanese sosaku hanga woodblock print by Okiie Hashimoto (1899-1993) titled "Garden in Autumn." The bottom margin is signed, titled in kanji, dated 1961, and numbered 10/60. The artist's red seal is at the lower right. The lower right margin holds a black 5-character self-published mark. Paper: 25"V x 20 5/8"H (image: 23 3/4"V x 19 3/8"H). Very good overall condition. There is a slight crease at the top left margin, a slight vertical crease along the top right image ...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1286561 (stock #187)
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One of the most beautiful French Bebe by Emile Jumeau circa 1885 with superb blue eyes and original blond wig wearing in light pink..... what the heart wants more of a doll collector ???

Gorgeous 20" ( 51 cm ) doll with finest quality of bisque and painting of bisque socket head with pretty blue glass paperweight inset eyes , dark eyeliner encircles the eye-cut.

Beautiful painted lashes and brush-stroked and feathered brows.

Closed mouth with defined space between the sha...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1940 item #1286695 (stock #TCR4830)
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A gold tree laden with peaches accompanied by a poem drapes over the sides of this large porcelain bowl made by Miura Chikusen and decorated by Hashimoto Kansetsu enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It is 7-1/2 inches (19 cm) diameter, 3-3/4 inches (9.5 cm) tall and in fine condition.
Born into the family of literatus and painter Hashimoto Kaikan in Hyogo, in the heart of central Japan, Hashimoto Kansetsu (1883-1945) was a sinophile and manic painter trained initially by his own...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1286755 (stock #152402)
We are offering the William Spratling pill box necklace with double amethyst sides. The size of the box is 2in. x 1 3/4in. x 1 3/8th's in. With the weight being 136 grams the chain is thick to support this treasure and is 20in. long. It has a turtle back hook closure. The amethyst is a dark grape in color. You can see crystalline striations that occur naturally but none go all the way from the top to the bottom of the stone. There are no chips or cracks. You can see the underside of the stone wh...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1286774 (stock #12618)
A piece from the opening years of the Los Castillo taller this is a simply stunning bracelet! Despite the almost minimalist design, the cuff is breath-taking with its huge black onyx cab that centers its face and glistens whenever the light hits it. The sterling frame has thick twist-rope accents while big fleur-de-lis motifs flank the stone. With an inner circumference of 6 3/4" (including the 15/16" gap), the bracelet is relatively adjustable but I would strongly advise to have your jeweler d...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1970 item #1286775 (stock #12945)
Signed by Gerardo Lopez, an accomplished early Taxco maestro whose repousse jewelry is steadily growing in popularity, a big, showy sterling brooch featuring a splendidly ornate bird of paradise. I could hardly exaggerate the attention to detail and flawless finishing in Lopez's work - here the oxidation and the patina developed over time accentuate the sculpturality of the design. Measuring a generous 3 1/4" tall by 2 5/8" wide the brooch weighs 22.7 grams. It is signed "LOPEZ" and "STERLING ...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1286900 (stock #188)
Very beautiful one of a kind most hand sewn French Bebe dress with matching bonnet .... fit perfect for French or German doll about circa 23" ( 57-59 cm ) for Jumeau - Steiner - Bru - Gaultier - Eden Bebe or other pretty doll.

A most hand sewn antique silk outfit with special and typical French details. Front part ruffled of cream and night blue silk and lace ornate edged.

Nice bow decorate left side and the long sleeves has a pretty large cream silk puff at shoulders. The slee...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1930 item #1286921
Woodblock print of Nikko Kegon-no-taki (Kegon falls in Nikko) by Kawase Hasui from the series ukiyo-e monyo shu (Collection of ukiyo-e designs). The water depicted in the falls is textured. signed Hasui, sealed Kawase, publisher's mark Bijutsusha ("Rumi") and titled in the right margin. Image area, height about 14 5/16 inches (36.35 cm) by width about 9 3/8 inches (23.81 cm). Including margins, height about 15 3/8 inches (39.1 cm) by width about 10 2/8 inches (26.04 cm) near the top to 10 3/8 in...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1287465
Stunning and rare this early sterling silver and Mexican fire opal ring is from the Los Castillo taller of Taxco. Ring size is 7 1/2 but is adjustable. The face of the ring measures 1" top to bottom. Ring likely designed by Antonio Castillo's wife and partner at the time, Margot Van Voorhies. She would later be known as Margot De Taxco after opening her own Taxco design work shop. Fully hallmarked with early linear 980 LOS CASTILLO TAXCO. Beautiful condition with no issues. The colors within th...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1287647 (stock #150303)
Margot de Taxco design 5647 is a beautiful floral motif with the bracelet and earrings having a stately presence of 1.75in. tall. The repousse is thick and heavy with a combined weight of 155.5 grams. The parure has no damage and is an excellent example of this design. Definitely collector worthy. The necklace is 16.25in. of wearable length. The center piece comes together with a simple ring and the look is divine. The leaves go around the neck with the sizable flowering sections making the drop...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1800 item #1287883 (stock #452ar)
Of large size, this Huanghuali root or burl Scholars object features an interior bowl shaped area, which is most likely a brush washer. It measures 14" in length, 8 3/4" wide, and is 5" high, and has a darkened and soft patina. The grain of the wood is visible in many areas, with both pronounced striations and larger areas of dark coloration. The wood grain is very dense, heavy, and it has the slightly sweet odor found in Huanghuali wood. There are slight age cracks, one quite visible in bowl...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1900 item #1287901 (stock #MOR4517)
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A heavy hand forged iron candle-stand from a Buddhist temple in the shape of a burning jewel. It is 90 cm tall, 57 wide, base and legs 20 x 39 cm and dates from the 19th century. Very thick and heavy iron work.
Due to size the cost of shipping will be accrued separately for this item.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1950 item #1287973
Exquisite sterling silver box designed and signed circa 1940's by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The top of the box is designed to open by lifting the top section. Box weighs 284 grams, 10 oz. and measures 4 1/2" tall X 3 1/4" X 2 1/2" deep. Beautiful condition with no dents, dings or scratches to the box or top finial. Pictured on spratlingsilver.com where it is described as a cigarette box but the design is also referred to as a tea caddy or keep sake container. F...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #1288022 (stock #REV-001)
Qing dynasty jade libation cup with three rows of raised boss pattern around cup on a raised foot with two carved handles on either side. Fitted to a wooden base.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1288345 (stock #190)
Very pretty 24,5" / 62 cm French Doll with original costume and near mint body by Jumeau with rare mystery mark ..... unknown until this time !!

She has a very pretty face with very good quality of creamy bisque and beautiful painting.

Bisque socket head with large amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes and rich eyeliner painting.

Fine painted lashes and brush - stroked brows , accented eye corner and nostrils and mauve blushed eye shadow !

Open mouth with fine accen...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1288383 (stock #JD-092)
A rare carved jade of an old man with a beard. Half of the jade on top is translucent and the bottom bottom half opaque. It is from the Hunan culture which was absorbed by the Han as their control spread over the whole of China. Size: H. 3.8cm. W. 1.3cm. See last three photos.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1288518 (stock #191)
Fantastic one of a kind antique silk and lace costume with lovely typical French details and matching bonnet ... fit perfect for Jumeau , Bru , Steiner , Gaultier or other pretty French or German doll about around 22" / 23" ( 57- 59 cm )

A gorgeous costume ...most hand sewn .... of wonderful light pink silk covered with fine French hand embroidery lace .

It is all complete in generally excellent fabric and lace condition at the 19th. century and to close at front with metal hoo...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1288519 (stock #192)
Fantastic light blue and cream silk and velvet costume with matching bonnet fit perfect for French or German Doll about around 22" /23" ( 56 - 58 cm ) .... for Jumeau , Bru , Steiner , FG , Eden Bebe or other pretty doll.

It is on most hand sewn one of a kind couture outfit with marvelous dress of antique cream silk sateen, pale blue velvet and cream and blue striped silk for the skirt.

Elegant ruffles front part with small lace decoration around the neckline.

Both front side...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1288895 (stock #192)
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French Bisque Bebe by Jumeau .... size 12 / 26,5" ( 68 cm ) with beautiful complexion of best quality of bisque and painting , gleaming patina and deeply defined features, wonderful large eyes and original body and body finish.

France around 1880 by Emile Jumeau ......

She has on pretty bisque socket head with wonderful large brown paperweight inset eyes , thick dark eyeliner and fine painted lushly painted curly lashes .

Thick brush-stroked brows and on closed mouth with...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1289019
This vintage wearable work of art comprised of sterling silver, turquoise and amethyst was designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico artist Matilde Poulat in the 1950's before her passing in 1960. Poulat signed her designs MATL. The necklace is 1 1/2" wide and 17 wearable inches long. Timeless in design the necklace looks fantastic with formal or casual wear. Gorgeous condition with no issues the necklace weighs 135 grams or 4.8 oz. Slide in clasp is tight and secure. Hand made the necklace has 39 c...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1960 item #1289175
A beautiful sterling cuff bracelet c. 1950 by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs featuring a very complex and elaborate pattern of silver applique. The bracelet measures 6 1/2" end to end with an opening that can be made to accommodate either a smaller or larger wrist. The width varies from 2" to 1 1/2" and the weight is 98 grams. It has a wonderful patina that really accentuates the wire work. Fine original condition and signed as shown. Looks like a French cuff on the wrist. Just fabulous!!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1950 item #1289197
Featured on page 170 of the catalogue from the William Spratling exhibit MAESTROS de PLATA:WILLIAM SPRATLING and MEXICO'S SILVER RENAISSANCE, this is the Pre-Columbian Double Swirl Neckace by Los Castillo, c. 1940-45. Each link has a ball that acts as a rivet so the necklace is articulated. Measuring 16 1/2" end to end, it is 1 1/8" wide and weighs a very hefty 168 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. This is my very favorite Los Castillo necklace. It is exquisite on the ...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Contemporary item #1289271 (stock #195)
A most beautiful French silk costume with matching wire bonnet in pretty pink color and most hand sewn ..... for Jumeau - Steiner - Bru - Gaultier - Eden Bebe or other pretty French or German doll about circa 20" ( 50-52 cm )

Very pretty pink silk dress fully ornate with fine embroidery French lace , small hand made silk pleats at front and chiffon silk ruffles around neckline .

The dress has 3/4 long sleeves of silk and netting lace with embroidery lace around the wrist.

Be...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1289273 (stock #197)
Very beautiful French straw basket with original silk flowers and ribbon decoration .

Look´s like on pretty Ester basket for on French Poupee or small Bebe .... finely strips of woven narrow straw with light blue colored strip .

Oval shape with nice light blue silk ribbon decorated handle , ends with pretty bows.

Has beautiful silk flowers decoration at one of the basket side... and you can fill it inside with little treasures for your fashion doll.

In generally all perf...

All Items : Archives : Pre 1930 item #1289312 (stock #HP/Ph591)
H 22 cm More information on request
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1289314 (stock #HP/Ph593)
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All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1289315 (stock #HP/Ph594)
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All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Pre 1837 VR item #1289459 (stock #TIB-005)
A lacquered wood manuscript cover with the rectangular panel carved with scrolling foliate tendrils with a carved vase in the center. Age: 18th Century. Size: L. 37cm. H.14cm. Condition: Normal ageing with and old chip on the left edge and age crack on the right side.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Pre 1900 item #1289541 (stock #7100)
A scarce WMF boy with snail pewter card tray circa 1900. This original period Art Nouveau oval calling card salver measures 11" x 5-3/8". it was made in Germany by WMF. WMF is the short form in current company use by the highly regarded German metal manufacturer Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik which began in 1853 in Geislingen an der Steige. This tray has the 210 embossed pattern number and WMFB 0X under the boy's hair on the back. It is all original and not a reproduction and we haven't ...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1289544 (stock #192)
This pretty doll is on very rare found , has wonderful bisque and painting and superb and elegant modeled bisque hands and feet .

This rare doll has on all perfect pale bisque head by Barrois with wonderful all perfect articulated Parisian poupee body by Julien Ernest Pannier ( nickname Leon Pannier) ..... circa 1872 The inside metallic skeleton on the body works very well , possible to hold the arms , hand and legs in very elegant posing .

The right arm can be moved slightly heav...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1289553 (stock #199)
One of the most beautiful character face model of Paris Bebe created by Jumeau what I have even seen in the last years !!!

So pretty example of the rare Bebe with very deep face modeling , superb quality of creamy bisque and painting , original body and wearing very beautiful with antique silk costume !!

22,5" ( 57 cm ) rare Bebe with bisque socket head with wonderful large blue glass paperweight inset eyes .

Very thick dark eyeliner and fine painted lashes , feathered br...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #1289606 (stock #SK 856)
Circular wooden box with fitted interior. The cover inlaid in mother-of-pearl with ducks swimming in a lotus pond and auspicious symbols. The exterior walls with flowers and Chinese characters. Condition: separating age cracks, few inlays lost, cover with an old rim loss, interior warped. Dimension: diameter 24.3 cm, 11.2 cm high.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1910 item #1289816
Large Chinese late Qing Guangxu period cylindrical form censer decorated in underglaze blue against a white porcelain ground with a faint blue-green tint with a pair of four-clawed dragons chasing a flaming pearl above waves. The interior is glazed while the base is unglazed. 7 1/2" high x 8" diameter. Late 19th to early 20th century. Very good overall condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. There is a small amount of staining to the interior.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1900 item #1289884 (stock #RP13225)
This striking pin is composed of 2 beautifully engraved silver circles intertwined with an oval, and set with ovals of agate of various colors. Agates have been used in jewelry going back into antiquity. They were thought to ward off storms and headaches, attract strength, and to affect dreaming. Queen Victoria became enamored of Scotland during her reign, so everything Scottish became popular during that period (except, perhaps, haggis!), especially post 1848 when she bought Balmoral Castle. Un...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1940 item #1289949 (stock #13073)
Early Deco Peruzzi Italian 800 silver and carnelian necklace, this is a regal piece, crisply cast and boasting a wonderful combination of motifs. The stones are semi-translucent and rich in color and the double chain with its floral links adds a luxurious feel to it. The necklace is 17 1/2" long (it might even feel a little longer because of the upper curve in the central medallion) with the medallion itself being 2 3/4" wide by 3" tall (at the center, including the dangle). It weighs 52.3 gra...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1960 item #1290111
This rare geometric 970 sterling silver & moonstone bracelet was designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist artist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). Bracelet measures 5/8" wide and up to 7 wearable inches long. It weighs 71 grams, 2.5 oz. Ingenious in design, 10 bezel set moonstones appear to float between the 10 curved silver panels. The flawless opaque stones reflect shades of pale blue depending on the light. Bracelet is in exquisite condition with no issues. Fully hallmarked as sh...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1290299 (stock #152303)
The Matl double birds "looking back" earrings are one of the most endearing designs by Matilde Poulat. These are hallmarked with one of her earliest signatures. They measure 1 7/8th inches long including the dangles. The weight is 20 grams heavy. There is a warm natural patina to the silver. A superb treasure.