Amazing French club chair salon set; classic moustache backs; circa late 1940's. chairs: 36" wide, 37" deep, 32" high, 23" seat depth couch: 63" wide, 36" deep, 32" high, 23" seat depth

Vintage French Leather Club Chairs - K & W's Vintage Tours Pair
All original leather & overall very good condition on this late 1940�s pair of French Club Chairs from the Loire Valley. With firm, deep seats there are some minor nicks & crinkling on the front base. A striking rich look with straight deco style backs.
Dimensions: 35� wide, 41� deep, 32� high

You are viewing a William Spratling 1st phase signed bracelet he named the crowned pyramid. This is a super thick and heavy constructed treasure. The height of the design is 15/16th or shall we say one inch? The weight is 66 grams. The length is 7 inches. No damage or repairs. There are specs of patina and shadows in the pictures. Lays great on the wrist and carries a presence to remember.

One of the best designs in early Mexican repousse work, the "feathers" makes for divine necklaces because of the gracious way the two halves of the piece meet at the center front - just take a look at the beauty of the swirls and twists and the playful, flirty way they touch yet at the same time "turn the back" on each other... I have had pieces in this design before - actually even a parure with Villasana's signature on it (I do believe that it's based on an early Los Castillo design possib...

The quintessential classic - we could not resist restoring this perfectly proportioned pair of French Moustache Club Chairs. As they become very rare in good original condition, we will continue to find great examples and give them new life by refurbishing them with new leather. Deep, rich cognac color with black piping recaptures the presence they once had. Dimensions: 37" wide, 36" deep, 32" high, 24" seat depth

The king of club chairs - these are William's favorite Deco Rollback style. We restore any pair of these we can get our hands on. This beautiful restored pair features the original manufacturer's tag. Swooping Deco lines; style & comfort. Circa late 1940's. 34" wide, 44" deep, 31" high, 25" seat depth

Occupation era original Japanese shin hanga woodblock print titled "Spring Evening at the Kintai Bridge" by Kawase Hasui (1883-1957) dated in the lower left margin Showa 22 (1947). The artist's black ink signature and red seal are at the lower left corner of the image. The 6mm circular seal of the publisher Watanabe (used 1946-1957) is at the lower right corner. Paper size: 15 5/8" x 10 3/8" (image size: slightly over 14 1/4" x 9 1/2"). Very good overall condition. Possibly lightly faded...

Rollback French leather Club chairs, we can't get enough of them. This pair needed the love the William’s Antiks knows how to provide. Completely restored with our signature French Pyrenees hides, coveted for their suppleness, size and texture. This pair hails from the late 1940s. measurements: depth-38", width-36", height-32", seat depth-22", seat width-18", seat height-15"

Gorgeous pair of restored club chairs; originally circa 1940's; recovered in new leather; smaller in size, but good seat depth gives the impression of a larger chair. Wonderful warm patina. Dimensions: 34" deep, 32" wide, 30" high, 22" seat depth.

We are offering a William Spratling bracelet properly hallmarked on page 33 in Spratling Silver : A Field Guide by Phyllis M. Goddard. This is called a snap over due to the hidden clasp snaps over the closure bar. The design is shown with the center row being brass on page 56 of Phyllis Goddard's book. This example has 3 rows of all silver oval beads. The repousse is very thick and heavy a weight of 72 grams and with the bracelet being 1 inch tall. No dents but lots of glare and specks of patina...

Early, heavy, wrought in fine purity .980 silver the stupendous chain in this pendant necklace is obviously based on Hector Aguilar's "v" link design. Bearing simply a raised mark for Taxco and the metal content hallmark, it is without any doubt comparable to the renowned maestro's original both in heft as well as in level of craftsmanship and quality of materials used. Its deep and careful hand-chased details reflect the warmly ornamentation on the locket pendant I have paired it with...

Wonderful pair of dark chocolate restored leather club chairs from France. Originally circa 1940's; recovered in new leather. Super stylish square-back design. Dimensions: 40" deep, 31" high, 33" wide, 23" seat depth.

Beautiful Taxco 980 floral necklace made by a skilled maestro. The beading is perfect with even more detail in the tiny rope around the bezel. The repousse is without flaws and the amethyst stone is without damage. The length is a 17in. wearable length. With a 2.5 x 2.5in. flower drop the whole necklace comes alive with a strong presence. This flower necklace looks impressive worn with the leaf Los Castillo clamper just listed on my site. A wear with anything design, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Occupation era original Japanese shin hanga woodblock print titled "Carp Flag at Toyohama, Kagawa Prefecture" by Kawase Hasui (1883-1957) dated in the lower left margin Showa 23 (1948). The artist's black ink signature and red seal are at the lower left corner of the image. The 6mm circular seal of the publisher Watanabe (used 1946-1957) is at the lower right corner. An additional Watanabe seal is on the back at the lower right corner...

Vintage French club chairs circa late 1940's; gorgeous original condition; classic moustache backs; Paris apartment style; 33" wide, 34" deep, 32" high, 21" seat depth

Stylish pair of restored French leather club chairs. Originally circa 1940's, recovered in new leather in France. Great lines; comfortable seat. Dimensions: 40" deep, 34" wide, 31" high, 24' seat depth.

This is an early authentic hallmark for Matilde Poulat's work. The size is just perfect for a button front crisp white shirt being 2.5in. by 2.5in. The weight is 26 grams. It is in excellent condition with no concerns. The turquoise stones have warmed in their color and the repousse curls are beautifully carved. The beads are sharp in their detail. Definitely deserving of any collectors jewel box.

Big and beautifully aged this floral sterling silver Hector Aguilar brooch is representative of the 1940s' love affair with all motifs from nature. The flower is here layered, with deep hand-chased details in the petals and foliage, a strong curving stem and cluster of small beads right at its center. I love the way the bloom is wide open, its face turned to the sun, taking in light and heat and turning it to color, aromas and beauty for our visual enjoyment...

Rare 1930s matched pair of William Spratling tin candleholders in a towering design embellished with bands of stamped stars and full moons, a scalloped rim and hand-cut tin twist-ribbon collars. Known primarily for their silver jewelry, cutlery and holloware, most of the renowned Taxco workshops engaged in the production of tinware, wood furniture and textiles as well, especially during the first decades of their existence...

This sweet little metal box used to contain some kind of candied fruit called "Gelypear". The ingredients listed are pears, apples & colored sugar. There is an adorable picture of a boy on the top & the sides are decorated with crests & griffins. In good condition with only minor areas of wear & a small spot of rust inside one corner. Nothing to detract from the charm of this little tin. Measures approx 6-1/2" x 4-1/4" x 2-1/4" deep.

Circa 1945 stamped: "Sterling Mexico", a pre assay era mark. Huge Humorous Ostrich Bird wearing toe shoes & a bow tie figural Silver Pin. 4" plus and so cute! Acquired by a long long time Mimi Dee Artwear - Vintage Jewelry collector. SOLD - no other info available

Vintage 1940's sterling silver necklace designed & signed by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The necklace measures 20" long X 1" wide. 55 grams, 1.09oz. Beautful condition with a rich warm patina. Signed on the reverse SPRATLING SILVER, WS SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO. Pictured on Phyllis Goddards' website spratlingsilver.com. Spratling designs are featured in the permanent 20th Century Mexican silver collection at Los Angeles County Museum of Art - LACMA.

Pre assay era Marked "Silver Made in Mexico". Resembling the work of Melendez, talented Taxco silversmith or even Fred Davis with the type of opaque stones he favored. Swirling chased leaf wreath pin brooch that weighs a solid .8 Oz or 23 Grams of tested sterling or better and is 1 3/4" across. Bezel set 5/8" or 15mm Green Cab is surrounded with rope. Original "C" catch and the hinge. Pin stem appears to have been replaced in the past? Priced accordingly...

c1945 Sterling Pin Brooch marked "Sterling___" "by Coro" on an oval piece of silver. With the look of early Mexican Silver. Hector Aguilar made sterling jewelry for Coro from 1943 to 1950. A hair shy of 2" across, weighing 1/2 oz on postal scale. SOLD, no price, no info

Vintage 1940's three tier sterling silver bracelet comprised of rectangular links separated by bronze balls. Bracelet measures 7 inches long and 5/8 inches wide. Beautiful condition with no dents or dings. Fully hallmarked on the inside of bracelet - WS, SPRATLING MADE IN MEXICO, SPRATLING SILVER in oval. Slide in pin closure with safety chain works perfectly and is tight and secure. Pictured in SPRATLING SILVER by Cederwall and Riney. Also pictured on spratlingsilver.com.

A Gruen Veri-Thin style 474 gold plated wrist watch dated 1941. This 435 caliber high quality retro wind-up manual wristwatch has a single-sunk second hand dial, full Roman numerals and a gold plate L-CRUSADER-3 expansion band with triple segment alternating convex and concave links. The movement features 17 jewels with rubies and it has a 750468 serial number and all of the proper markings...

We are offering a Rivera 18kt solid gold Mexican Filigree cross with 11 very clear amethyst square cut gemstones with an exceptional dark purple color. The cross is a generous 2.5 inches tall without the bail and a 1.75 inch span across making a strong presence when worn. The gold is thick with elements laid on top of the base in the same manner as Matilde Poulat produced her works. It is marked several times on the back with 18kt and Rivera is engraved as well...

Sold. Vintage yet so Today, stamped with Conjoined H A STERLING for Hector Aguilar & MADE IN MEXICO along with another mark on this bangle bracelet for the smaller wrist at 2 3/8" inside X 1/8" wide and a substantial 1/8" thick! Sold, no price, no info

YEOW!! This is one incredible bracelet...

A vintage man's sterling silver ring with an intaglio carved centurion hematite or black Alaskan diamond stone c1940s-50. This size 9 ring measures 11/16" x 1/2" across the stone, it is stamped STERLING and LLM, and it weighs 10.6 grams. Intaglio simply refers to the way the stone is carved inward, rather than outward like a cameo. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Sm...

Early sterling silver and moonstone cuff links designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda(1919-2009). The face of each link measures 3/4" X 1/2". Hallmarks read SILVER BY TONO eagle 17. Links are in beautiful vintage condition. All 4 moonstones are original with no chips, nicks, or cracks. No dents, dings to silver. The hallmark section of SILVER SEDUCTION THE ART OF MEXICAN MODERNIST ANTONIO PINEDA states that Antonio used this particular hallmark on his designs between 194...

Unmistakeably Deco in its combination of warmly aged silver and black onyx stones an early Frederic Davis set comprised of necklace and matching bracelet - and what a treat it is to the discerning lover of vintage jewelry and the devoted collector alike! Clean yet powerful in its geometry design, a celebration of the chiaroscuro in the contrast between glistening metal and dark stone, it is not by mere accident that Davis's demis remain unabashedly contemporary and are avidly sought after. I ...

Stunningly beautiful 940 sterling silver necklace designed and signed in the 1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar. The necklace measures 16 1/2 inches long and 1 3/4 inches at it's widest. The 7 panel center section is 6 1/2" across. Weight- 137 grams or 4.08 oz. Excellent condition with no dents, dings or repairs. Slide in clasp is tight and secure. Fully hallmarked HA 940 TAXCO. This design is pictured in Mexican Silver 4th edition p 107 by Penny Morrill and Silver Master of Mexico p....

A 10k yellow gold emerald ring featuring a natural 4 point (by gauge) light green genuine emerald circa 1940s. This vintage size 6-1/2 ring measures 7/16" across the setting, it weighs 1.8 grams, and it is stamped 10K with an obscured maker's mark. A nice gift also for the May birthday honoree. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a bit of patina from use. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and al...

Huge, meticulously worked, with such detail and rich presence this Mexican Deco sterling silver bird of paradise is one of my absolutely favorite brooch designs. I have to admit that I really love brooches - I seek them out and try to find the best examples for One Good Eye Silver and it doesn't matter to me if they are "in" or not at the specific point in time. Brooches are classy; they can be delicate and romantic; and they can be bold and beautiful. This bird-of-paradise is open-back repousse...

A 14k white and yellow gold wedding band from the 1940s. This size 5-3/4 woman's wedding ring is stamped 14K BRIDAL WREATH and it is slightly over 1/16" wide, or a hair over 2mm wide. It weighs 2.1 grams and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. It is consistent in shape with no thin areas and it has just a bit of patina from wear. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or...

Playful and fun this detailed pair of silver cufflinks was designed and signed c.1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling. Each frog measures 3/4" long. Spratling employed frogs in many designs including bracelets, necklaces, spoons and serving pieces. The links are in beautiful condition with excellent patina and fully hallmarked.

This quintessential mustache back French club chair completes any room with its classic lines and solid style. Boasting all-original leather, it is in excellent overall condition. It sits exactly as you hope it might, deep & comfortable, but not too soft. Dimensions: 33"L x 38"W, 31"H, 22" seat depth, 21" seat width

SOLD. For the collector of the figural and unusual. Possible mark for a Melendez silversmith? Rafael, the uncle of Emma worked for Spratling until 1939. Ethnographic characteristics of ancient figural symbols seen at Mexican pre Columbian sites. Detailed Iguana Lizard adjustable Ring with legs, scales, open mouth and head up so that when worn toward wearer, its head rests on one's knuckle beyond bottom of finger. Presently 7.5 yet can adjust to fit the collector. 1/2 Ounce on postal scal...

A 14k Kappa Alpha Theta sorority pin brooch with diamonds and enamel - Alpha Omega Omicron 1940s. This fine quality pin features black and white enamel, two tiny diamonds and a Gamma Epsilon house safety pin on a chain. The 7/8 x 5/8" main pin itself has the KAT sorority and the AOO Greek letters and it has an etched dedication GE (Gamma Epsilon) J. DANIEL 11.6.48 on the back. Each pin has a safety clasp and each pin is unsigned but they both test as 14k gold (the main pin has an LBG maker's ...

Large vintage sterling silver handmade repousse pin designed and signed (c.1940) by Los Castillo. Measures 4 inches X 1 1/4 inch. A similar pin is pictured on page 171 of SILVER MASTERS by Penny Morrill. Signed LOS CASTILLO, TAXCO, STERLING, MADE IN MEXICO. It's known that Antonio Castillo's early designs were often influenced by his wife Margot De Taxco. Los Castillo was a contemporary of William Spratling and Antonio Pineda. Shipping and insurance included.

Obviously these two masks from the Nuo theater belong to the minorities of southern China. They constitute a set probably designed simultaneously by the same artist. One of the masks represents the monk Heshang and the second represents the jester Quintong. These masks date from at least the middle of the 20th century, that is to say about a hundred years. H 24 and 26 cm, presented on a metal base. More information and pictures on request

This thick, iconic Spratling design was handmade & signed in the early 1940's. The bracelet measures 3/4" high with an interior wearable length of 6 1/2" & weighs a hefty 87 grams. Excellent condition & patina. Fully hallmarked on the reverse. The bracelet is sometimes referred to as the XO design. Phyllis Goddard's excellent website spratlingsilver.com states the design "comes from the Nutall Codex which depicts Mixtec history". Pictured on p. 43 of MEXICAN SILVER by Penny Morrill & Carole Ber...

This is a charming lobed shaped tea-pot standing on four small individual feet. On one side it has a painting of a pair of sparrow in a blooming lotus pond. On the other side, it has a poem written on it. Circa. early Chinese Republic period 1940s-1950s.

No hairline crack, glaze fritting, damage, repair or restoration. The tea-pot is in good condition.

The dimension of the tea-pot: The height is 11.7cm, the length is 22cm and the width is 10cm.

A 10k yellow gold amethyst ring from the 1930s 1940s. This size 5-1/2 ring features a nice emerald cut claw-set 7/16 x 5/16" purple amethyst stone and the setting measures 1/2 x 7/16". The shoulders are patterned with flowers and they are white gold fronted. This ring weighs 2.4 grams, it is stamped 10K with a maker's mark and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than some barely visible surface marks on the stone from wear. A...

A 14k white gold genuine ruby and diamonds ring circa 1940s. This elegant vintage size 6-1/4 or 6.25 quatrefoil shape ring features a central 42 point natural oval ruby of medium dark purplish red colour with light inclusions, surrounded by two brilliant and 24 single cut diamonds (total 26 points, SI, G-H colour). The ring is a style which looks lovely on a hand. The jewel part of the ring measures 13/16" long and x 1/2" wide across the finger. It is marked 14 K and has a maker's mark of TJF or...

This is a very rare Hector Aguilar necklace with 17 wearable inches. The weight is a tremendous 177 grams of repousse. The height is 1 and 6/8th's inches tall for a design with maximum presence. It has excellent movement and lays perfectly. No damage, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Signed only Sterling Mexico this bracelet is fantastic. The beads go all the way around the bracelet and not one is dented. The stones are set with clean bezels. At it's center focal point the bracelet is 1.5in. tall. Fits most like a bangle with a diameter of 2.5in. The center large stone is the push pin to open the bracelet to wear. There is a safety chain on this piece and it is in excellent condition. The bracelet rounds in it's shape perfectly. No chips or cracks to the stones or silver. Th...

Minimal design Ghurra with a sitting protector in its middle part , the hands are joined in the Namaste gesture. Superb black glossy patina , obvious signs of use , circa 1950 or earlier, H 27cm , wide 8.5 cm , thickness 3.5 weight 300 gr, Presented on an iron stand. Further information on request.

A rare Los Castillo very old 980 hallmark, definitive Margot design and which is absolutely stunning. The swag is three strands of 5mm beads coming together to astound. The first being 16 inches for wearable length. All three side by side is a half inch wide. The amethyst drop is 1.25in. with a smooth surface and a color of grape candy. The clasp is very special with attention to a single amethyst cabachon mounted on a silver oval concealing the connection. The piece weighs 50 grams heavy and i...

Vintage Ship's Bell brass clock by Chelsea mounted in its original mahogany wooden cradle. Made for Abercrombie and Fitch and so marked on the silvered dial. Eight-day movement, with key. Pre WWII origin. Size: 9.5 inches H x 8.5 inches W. Running condition. As found finish, ready for professional polishing, if so desired.

These Peruvian earrings are fascinating 3 dimensional works of art. The hand chasing is beautifully designed and the repousse has great dimension. The peacocks weigh 11.4 grams heavy and are .75 deep, 1.5 long,and 1 inch wide. Hallmarked as shown and they are sterling silver.

Spectacular early Georg Jensen Denmark Art Nouveau sterling bracelet with coral. Lovely floral motif with gorgeous deep orange coral stones. This bracelet measures 7" long and 3/4" wide. It is in excellent original condition with no chips or scratches to the stones. There are no repairs, changes or damage to any parts of the bracelet. The sterling has a rich patina. It is signed with the Georg Jensen mark dating 1933-44 as shown in the last photo. A rare, early, fabulous Georg Jensen bracelet.

This is a Hector Aguilar design in full repousse links with a mix of color in the amethyst cabochons. The length is 7.5in. long but the wearable is 6.75in. The weight is 98 grams heavy and the bracelet is 1.75in. tall. The link is hooked together in the center of each link making the clasp totally hidden when worn. Hallmarked as shown with TAXCO 980 being a very early mark with the silver almost pure and a beautiful patina. This is a standout and a real pleasure to wear.

Marcel Boucher trained and worked at Cartier in the Paris, France shop. He left for Taxco to be among some of the most creative thinkers in artistry at the time. He opened a shop in Taxco named Parisina and this necklace is one of his creations hallmarked in that manner. He was not in Taxco long so finding pieces of his marked Parisina are treasures. This piece is THE BEST necklace that I have seen from his work. It is a HUGE 1.5 inches wide and weighs 101 grams heavy. This botanical design is o...

Striking example of the famous sterling, suede and leather "X" belt with dots designed (1940's) by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar(1905-86). Currently measuring 2 1/4" Wide by 26" Long. Each end has an additional 1 3/4 inches if a longer length is desired. The dots are fixed in place but the silver X's slide on the suede and leather strap. The artist Georgia O'Keeffe is pictured wearing this belt on p. 108 of SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill. The leather and suede are in excellent v...

Beautiful face of a court lady with natural wood patina with some dark marks suggesting that perhaps this mask has been cleaned. The hair is enhanced with black color (as it was when purchased in 2003) and grouped at the top of the skull in a bun. The interior shows the patina of an oxidized and weathered hardwood. Importantage at least early 20th, H 29 cm X 15 cm

Stunning and rare this vintage handwrought sterling silver and amethyst jaguar brooch was designed and signed circa 1940's by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The pin measures 4 3/4" across & 2 3/4" high but weighs a wearable 48 grams, 1.07 oz. Lovingly cared for the silver and stones are in beautiful condition with no issues. Fully signed on the reverse. Pin catch and safety in perfect working order. A Spratling necklace with two facing jaguars is pictured in MEXIC...

Beautiful sterling and coral bracelet by Georg Jensen Denmark. The five large rectangular segments each have a center oval bezel set cabachon coral. This bracelet measures 7 1/2" end to end and is 1/2" wide. It is in fine original condition, weighs 48 grams and is signed with the GJ mark dating 1933-44 as shown. A rare and highly desirable Jensen piece.

I LOVE this signed Los Castillo bracelet! It has to be a Margot design while married to Antonio Castillo. The design number is an early one being #228. The almost 2 inch clasp is the crowning touch to the 7mm beads of 3 strands. Fitting nicely with a bit of a drape to the hang it has a 7.75in. wearable length. There is some patina showing on the beads that may make it look as though the bead is cracked but it is not. The barrels for the closure pin follow the line of the large silver clasp and t...