All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1940 item #490418 (stock #WA053)
Wow, you almost have to see this refurbished pair to believe. They command attention with their giant rolled arms and curved backs. We chose black piping and a light caramel color to highlight the style of this amazing pair. Recovered in winter sheepskin, which tends to have more character in the leather, there is a rich texture & uniqueness to these chairs. Circa 1930's originally, they are now instant heirlooms. Dimensions: 42" wide, 39" deep, 34" high, 24" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #490402 (stock #WA052)
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
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1910 item #490238 (stock #130)
A beautiful example from the Meiji period c. 1900 green foil background with flying cranes over ocean waves. Measuring approx. 5 inches tall 12.5 centimeters. In excellent condition no damage to this piece. There is some seperation in the foil under the enamel this is in the making or firing and is not damage see pictures. A fine and beautiful example.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1910 item #490141 (stock #129)
A beautiful example with subtle blue enamel hues and a pair of crane with flowers. Meiji period c. 1900 in fine condition no damage an exquisite miniature measuring approx. 3 5/8 inches tall 10 centimeters, a fine addition to any collection.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #490051 (stock #128)
English rosewood traveling secretary circa 1850. These pieces were custom made for British Officers stationed in India and were brought home and have been widely collected. This is a particularly interesting example with a carved top brass banding and a exotic interior with place for correspondence and storage for writing utensils etc. It is mounted to a quality rosewood stand making it a nice side or lamp table...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1837 VR item #490012 (stock #126)
A masterpiece of Georgian furniture this beautifully crafted table utilizes the best of form and proportion with exquisite hand carving. The tripod birdcage stand features a fluted column ornately carved legs ending in ball and claw feet. The table top is of pie crust form carved from a single piece of solid mahogany. The table measuring approx. 30 inches accros and 20 inches tall, is in excellent antique condition it has been refinished at some time in the early 20th century...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #489869
A very rare and early moonstone and silver bracelet by Antonio Pineda. It measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 3/4" wide. The stones are clear and have a blue tint and are beautiful. All original, fine condition,intact safety chain. One of the moonstones houses the clasp so looks continuous on the wrist. Signed with an early mark - Silver by Tono and the eagle. This bracelet could not be more perfect.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1920 item #489868 (stock #lot160)
Description: A scholar bronze water dropper was uniquely made in rectangular form. Kept in perfect condition, this water dropper still can be used when you're practicing Chinese calligraphy. Date: Qing Dynasty(19th Century) Length: 7.4cm Width: 3.4cm Height: 4.4cm
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Pre 1970 item #489013
A smashing and unusual multi color sterling necklace designed by Eigel Jensen for Anton Michelsen, Denmark. The 3 dimensional links are strung on silver chain and all move. There is an interesting wash on the links alternating pink, yellow and dark gray. It is subtle and does not show well in the photos but it is a great look. There is a simple hook closure under one of the links so looks continuous when closed. Measuring 16 1/2" end to end and 5/8" wide, it is in fine original condition...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #489010
A rare and beautiful 970 silver and blue topaz bracelet by Antonio Pineda. The faceted stones are bright and sparkling. The stones are the usual color one expects blue topaz to be but the monitor may be making them appear purple. They are not. This great piece measures 7 1/4" end to end in the inside and is 3/4" wide.It is in fine original condition with safety chain intact and secure push in clasp. It is signed as shown. A stunning Antonio bracelet that is not often seen.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #487293 (stock #lot158)
Description: A beautiful agate "Juia" was excavated in intact condition without any incursions. With fantastic image, this pendant or an earring can be authenticated by its manual craftsmanship. Ex. the cutting sections of the agate surface with ridges can be observed that it was made by simple instruments and manual cutting skills. And the polishing was omitted without special attentions at the tips of the cutting ends and at the inner side of the rim...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1940 item #487115 (stock #BA566)
A very difficult to find Tin, Black Man dancing toy!

In very fine condition, with faint, superficial scratches expected of a 70+ year old metal toy, this wonderful Tuxedoed Dancing Black Man is in working condition! He is stamped "Made in USA" on his back and was made by Buffalo Toy Works...

All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1940 item #487110 (stock #BA568)
An utterly fabulous piece of 1930’s Black Americana, this mint condition, hand-painted, Black Sambo Alligator ashtray measures approximately 5 inches wide by 4.5 inches high...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1800 item #486735 (stock #124)
Beautiful rare Quianlong 18th century porcelain large bowl or charger exquisite Floral motif in soft enamels. Measuring approx. 14 inches in diameter and 2 inches deep. In excellent condition no chips or cracks with wear to the enamels. A fine early example would be a fine addition to any collection.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1910 item #486715 (stock #123)
Fine porcelain large bowl or charger scalloped rim form with beautiful transfer ware design of cherry blossoms. Circa 1900 in excellent condition some minor firing flaws to the underside rim, measuring approx. 12 1/4 inches in diameter and 2 inches deep. A beautiful decorative piece would make a nice addition to any interior.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #486713 (stock #122)
Traditional hand painted mandarin figures and floral and butterfly motif. An 19th century example c.1880 a dinner plate measuring approx. 9 5/8 inches in good antique condition some wear to enamels no chips or cracks. A nice addition to any group or a great decorative piece on its own.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #486710 (stock #121)
Fine porcelain large bowl with profusely hand painted decorations in traditional Imari colors and motifs. A impressive size measuring 11 3/4 inches in diameter and 4.5 inches high in excellent condition. A fine piece would make a great addition to any collection.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #486706 (stock #120)
Fine porcelain cylindrical vase or brush pot circa 1860 hand painted with floral and bird motif. Measuring approx. 11 inches tall and 4 3/4 in diameter. In excellent condition this piece has a Chinese ministry of antiquities export stamp on the bottom. Japanese Imari porcelain was first produced in the Genroku period c.1700 It is characterised by the striking use of underglaze blue, red and gilt, and occasionally green enamels...
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1960 item #486526 (stock #119)
Original oil peacocks and birds in a park like setting painted at Botke’s aviary in Santa Paula California. Original oil on board measuring 12 x 16 inches framed in a fine hand made gold leaf frame overall approx. 20 x 24. Provenance: the estate of the artists and Karges gallery estate stamped signed and numbered and titled and labeled on the reverse. A fine painting by this renowned artist...
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1960 item #486516 (stock #118)
A beautiful still life painting of fruit and a copper pot oil on board signed lower right and noted Southwest art association. In excellent condition measuring 17 x 25 inches framed size 22 x 30 inches. A beautiful original painting would make a fine decorative piece for any interior.

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All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1900 item #486279 (stock #116)
Japanese Arita Imari large bowl or charger Meiji period c.1900. A scalloped edge with beautiful hand painted bamboo and cherry blossom designs artist signed measuring 17 inches wide and 2.5 inches deep in excellent condition no damage, A fine example would be a nice decorative accent for any interior.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Pre 1800 item #486274 (stock #114)
German faience stein or tankard 18th century with hand painted Chinoisorie decoration in blue on a white body tin glaze. Mounted with a pewter lid and thumb lift engraved with initals and dated 1795. An exquisite example measuring 11 1/4 inches tall and 4 1/4 in diameter. In excellent antique condition one minor repaired chip on the bottom near base( see photo). A rare and fine addition to any collection.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #486093 (stock #lot157)
Description: A dark black glazed bowl was found from a shipwrecked hoard of South East Asia. Produced probably from Fujian kiln, this beautiful black bowl was preserved with original charming glaze condition only with one minor glaze defect on the mouth rim. This bowl had been cleaned meticulously with boiled water and ready for real use. Some coral adherence were kept for authentication and for original mood. Date: Southern Song to Yuan Dynasty(13-14th Century) Width: 11.2cm Height: 6.0cm
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #486079 (stock #L50021001)
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This is a medium-size Liao dynasty (907–1125A.D.) moulded polychrome earthenware plate with leaded glaze. It rests on a short foot rim, a flat everted base before rounding up. It has a simple floral motive. On the underside, the glaze is in dark olive green with the glaze flow stopped short at about just before the short foot rim exposing a light greyish white earthenware.

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All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Designer Signed : Contemporary item #485947 (stock #T 1463)
SOLD. Cat Cross Collectible for collectors of hand made signed sterling silver jewelry work of art by Bob Stringer. This massive heavy 101 gram cuff bracelet signed and numbered in script by Southwestern jewelry maker: Stringer #028 and the year 2000 all in script. 3.5 ounces of tested precious metal and 5 dark rich purple Amethyst stones set amidst more than 40 applied lost wax mold cat, flower, leaf elements! This price is much, much less than what it originally sold for. SOLD, no price, ...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1910 item #485872 (stock #lot156)
Description: A blue and white covered box was applied with motifs of weeds and tendrils all over the surface except the part of the foot rim. Added with a Chinese word 'Shi' (joyful) in duplicate form on the cover's surface, this box was therefore enhancing the charming of a Chinese mood. IT WILL BE A GOOD WISH TO YOUR BELOVED ONES IN THIS SPECIAL SEASON. DATE: Qing Dynasty (late 19th Century) Condition: Perfect Width: 9.6cm Height: 6.0cm
All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1930 item #485825 (stock #113)
A beautiful landscape of a clearing storm over the French country side. A fine impressionist painting contrasting the storm clouds with the sunlight on the landscape. Oil on board signed lower right measuring approx 13 x 19 inches framed in a quality gallery frame 17 x 23 inches overall. A fine painting by a listed and highly regarded French and Belgian painter.

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Painter of landscapes and marines. inspired by the landscapes of Brabant Wallon. Deceased about 1945. Exhibited at...

All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1910 item #485821 (stock #112)
A beautiful oil painting on board signed lower left of a Dramatic landscape. Titled on the reverse Twilight glow and with the University of Nebraska Museum label with inventory number 1029 Attributing this painting to Blakelock and a partial museum exhibition label. Measuring 6 x 8 inches framed in a quality presentation frame 13 x 15 inches overall. This is an absolutely stunningly powerful image by this renowned artist.

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Born in New York City, Ralph Blakelock earned a r...

All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1960 item #485816 (stock #111)
A beautiful ethereal Laguna beach seascape at sunset with incredible tonality and use of light. Oil on board signed lower left and dated 1956 measuring 12 x 16 inches and framed in a quality gallery frame measuring overall 20 x 24 inches in excellent condition. A fine example of this remarkable American Artists work.

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A painter of realistic landscapes reflecting a vanishing wilderness in America, Robert Wood (not to be confused with Robert E Wood) is reportedly one of the most...

All Items : Archives : Lost Art : Pre 1920 item #485797 (stock #C-79)
phoenixes, 1 on each opposite side done in beautifully detailed relief. The other sides have decorative holes , 1 larger than the other. The HIBACHI is standing on 3 feet that are attached to a wooden stand. The HIBACHI measures 8" tall (without stand) and 14" in diameter.
All Items : Archives : Lost Art : Pre 1920 item #485752 (stock #LK-5B)
Japanese circa 1900 century bronze lantern. The lantern sits on 6 raised feet and has 12 petals on top. The lantern measures 16 1/2" tall, 9" in diameter at top and 5" in diameter in the middle section.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #485318 (stock #2092)
An early Ming dynasty blue & white bowl, decorated outside with Lotus petals around the rim and inside the center with a nicely Chinese calligraphy of "Fu" character, it's so simple but unique and beautifully, brown glaze finish to rim and base unglazed. Early Ming late 14th to early 15th century, possibly Hongwu-Jianwen private kiln ware. Condition is perfect, no chips and no cracks. Collected in South-Sulawesi area. Diameter: 14.3 cm and High: 6.8 cm.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #485264 (stock #S50021008)
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This is a Song dynasty (960 – 1276 A.D.) white glaze stem cup. It rest on a flared foot rising inwards to a short neck and then towards a everted u-shaped cup. It has a simple abstract cloud like wave motive between two bands of lines. On the underside, the white glaze flow stopped short at about half way down the stem exposing the light buff colour stoneware. A nice piece.

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All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Pre 1940 item #484547 (stock #107)
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A beautiful oil of an early California landscape of wild flowers lupine and poppies. Oil painting on canvas board signed lower right measuring approx. 12 x 16 inches. Framed in a contemporary gallery frame overall 20x24 inches. In excellent condition a fine early piece would be a fine addition to any collection.

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Born in Oakland, California, Ramona Froyland, known as Mona, was a painter of still lifes, portraits, landscapes, marines and later in her life, Ma...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #484349 (stock #S50021007)
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This is a Song dynasty (960 – 1276 A.D.) Henan splashed bowl in Russet brown colour. It is conical in shape with a flared rim, supported on a very short foot. The centre of the bowl is covered with lustrous black glaze with splashed brown streak radiating from the centre. At the bottom of the bowl, there is minute traces of iridescent silvery colour (pic 3). On the underside, the black glaze flow stopped short of the foot with a thick pool of glaze exposing the greyish buff ware. Overall, a ...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Specialty : Pre 1970 item #484032 (stock #20050023)
Large vintage Louis Vuitton train case. Measures 16 inches by 9 inches and is 8 1/4 inches deep (41 cm by 23 cm by 21 cm). The case has a large mirror in the lid, two leather bottle straps, one on each of the long sides, which are adjustable to accommodate just about any diameter bottle and hold them firmly in place. There is also an upper tray to handily hold those small items. Condition of the case is excellent, with some minor wear. Some staining to lining which is visible in the photographs....