All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Specialty : Pre 1930 item #1370149 (stock #G639)
Offered is a scarce, Western Union display box from the 1920's era used hold a variety of telegram forms as well as written guidelines and charts needed to accurately and precisely perform this valuable and popular communicative service.

This advertising gem was once used at the Island Pharmacy, City Island, New York, and was acquired directly from the family...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1471249 (stock #MB985)
Chinese Han Dynasty Painted Pottery Musician (Drummer)

This fine pottery figure of a kneeling musician in the act of playing a hand-held drum was made during the Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 220). It is quite "heavily-potted" and made from a fairly high-fired pottery that has been cold-painted in a thick white pigment on top of which are traces of orange and black pigments used for highlighting the details of the clothing and facial features.

Height 17.5 cm. Condition really is very good...

All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1900 item #1305963 (stock #626)
Antique 19th century American game table probably NY c. 1850 solid walnut. Top opens to expose game table and playing surface. In all original antique condition some minor reinforcment dowels to leg. A beautiful example. Measuring 14" L x 29" W x 30" H.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1837 VR item #978132 (stock #WD-005)
A huanghuali wood brush washer carved in the form of a frog resting on a lotus pad that gently curls around him, giving protection. Brush washers and brushpots were important implements for painting and calligraphy for Chinese scholars. They were used, not only for practical purposes, but also for enjoying their beauty.

Period: Ching - 19th Century

Size: Length = 25 cm (9-7/8 inches, Width = 17 cm (6-5/8 inches)Condition: Very good with no repairs. Natural age wear.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #1065406
Charger covered with green glaze; Firing ring burnt red on the bas. PERIOD : Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 29 cm wide. CONDITION: a chip to the rim, spot of firing fault, no cracks, hairlines and free from restoratioan. Good sound when tapping by finger.
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1900 item #123022 (stock #468)
A Brass and Sterling Silver Stamp Holder or Box in the Art Nouveau Manner; circa 1890. Dimensions 3.75" wide x 2.25" deep x 2" high. It is in fine condition.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #1134532 (stock #lot972)
Description:

A SanCai(tri-colored) water pot from Tang Dynasty was in a beautiful look.
In a round shape, the ware was applied with characteristic triple colors(usually as brown, yellow and green) on the upper half of the surface, and left the lower portion unglazed.
The unglazed portion was revealed with the body clay which was in characteristically refined clay.
The beautiful glaze was preserved well but suffused with minute crackles...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1167921 (stock #HP/Ma 456)
Polychromia on light wood , H 29 cm For more information please request.
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1202601 (stock #edpclamper)
When hunting Mexican silver you will run into gorgeous, repousse clampers signed EDP. His work is meticulous and is done in heavy silver. The "complection" of the work shows some of the puffy texture that repousse displayed at this early time period. This piece is 3in. tall and has a wearable diameter of 2.75in. The weight is 56 grams heavy. This bracelet feels heavy in the hand as does all the pieces signed EDP...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1950 item #1101712 (stock #0670)
A superb example by my favorite "heart" artist, again inspired by Margot de Taxco's beloved koi fish designs this is a pair of earrings worthy of the best collection! One cannot fail to admire the confident, pronounced repoussage and the crispness in detail and finishing - both qualities that characterize the work of only the best maestros...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1990 item #869690
Will match your classic quilted Chanel bag perfectly! This necklace is 17 inches (43 cm) long and sports a medallion with the classic intertwined CC logo in a quilted texture that is 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. Both the chain and medallion are made of gold plated metal. The medallion is marked CHANEL on the reverse and the chain is marked with a plaque that reads Made in France on one side and CHANEL/CC Logo/1984 on the other. Excellent condition, circa 1980's
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #1132000 (stock #lot967)
Description:

A Longquan bird-feeder was in plain form.
Well mold in round shape, the vessel was preserved in perfect condition.
The glaze was in pale green tint.
The scars left at the bottom were caused during pottering when the potter using a wire or thread to cut the vessel from the potter's wheel. A characteristic from old wares we usually see.
It was a rare piece from which some similar ones were in the collection of the Palace Museum of Beijing(see last two photos)...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1242995
Of flat oval shape. Taotie masks with moveable rings on the sides. The lid now stuck to the vessel. H. 30 cm. W. 28,5 cm. Very good patina and traces of original repairs that were executed after the casting. This is often seen on Han bronzes. Provenance: Dutch private collection, Japanese private collection. Han Dynasty ( 206 BC - 220 AD )
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1920 item #1158723 (stock #552)
An antique beautiful Large Coral bead tribal necklace Tibet or Nepal natural Mediterranean red coral and copper disk beads. Measuring 20 inches or 50 cm. long. beads average 2 cm in diameter. A fine example in good condition professionally restrung.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Prehistorical item #1336204
The shape of the jar is very typical for the Siwa Culture with the curved mouth and the handles. Apart from some minor chips it is in good condition. H. 22 cm. This jar is from a collection of 30 Neolithic pieces that I bought from a Dutch collector.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 2000 item #1440553 (stock #MOR8080)
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Gold willows drape over the highly unusual silver-tinged blue lacquer surface of this water container by Tonami Sosai II enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Uwajima Nuri Seigin Yanagi Te-oke Mizusashi (Silver Blue Uwajima Lacquer, Willow, Bucket Shaped Mizusashi). The outside is a shimmering blue tinged with silver, while inside is black covered in powdered silver flake. A striking combination...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1970 item #1230635 (stock #12522)
The second Margot de Taxco zodiac charm bracelet currently in my inventory (please see listing no 1223198 for an Aquarius example), this piece is the ideal gift for that Aries in your life. Here too the sculpturality and heft of Margot's astrological charms is evident and the patina just what you want to see on jewelry that has been well loved and cared for. The chain is proportionately perfect for the charm and enhances the bracelet's weight and substance...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1700 item #946085
A blue & white large dish, decorated to the center with a deer and bird in landscape, found only on this Swatow family, the sides decorated with a diaper border in Jiajing style. Exterior with floral pattern, adhere to the foot rim with sand grit as known as typically of Zhangzhou ware products, Ming dynasty late 16th to early 17th century. Condition is two hairlines, no any crack and free from restoration. Diameter: 27.5cm.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Retro : Pre 2000 item #1404373 (stock #9856)
A 14k white gold blue star sapphire ring with diamonds. This size 6-1/2 ring features a navy blue 1.5 carat (calculated) sapphire with vivid asterism. It has six two-point flanking diamonds and it measures 3/8 x 1/4" across the stone. It weighs 2.7 grams, it is stamped 14K TJE and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #787905
An exceptional sterling and enamel necklace and bracelet by Margot De Taxco. This is the work for which she is best known and this set is surely one of her finest. The "W" design is intriguing and the black, white and silver dot enamel highlight the three dimensions. The necklace is 18" long and 1" wide in the front. The bracelet measures 8" end to end and is 7/8" wide. There is no enamel loss or chips or cracks. Both pieces are hallmarked and numbered as shown...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1357881 (stock #788)

One of a kind French Bebe silk satin three piece costume which would fit perfect for one of you favorite French or German doll as well about around 21" ( 54 cm )

All complete most hand sewn French jacket with sleeve lose dress of ivory silk satin , beautiful embroidery French lace and fine light blue silk ribbon decoration.

Pretty jacket with stand up collar and front closure with hand made button holes and 12 blue silk buttons. Has long inset sleeves with small ruffle...

All Items : Archives : Pre 1492 item #1143991
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USD 2000.00
A good Yuan dynasty blue and white duck shape jar with one lugs and glazed base, jar decorated with under glaze blue. PERIOD : Yuan Dynasty 1279-1368 AD. MEASUREMENTS: 6 cm length; 5 cm hight. CONDITION: firing fault, no chips,cracks, or hairlines and free from restorations.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1960 item #1438924 (stock #15247)
Just shy of 2" long, I give you the third and last and definitely quirkiest set of Sigi Pineda silver earrings I have been talking about. I happened to come upon the first of these in early summer, fell in love with its cartoonish strangeness - I had never seen this line of Sigi's before. And since all good things come in threes, I found two more pairs in the months following that initial discovery. I am still trying to decide, however, what it is we are looking at here: is it Siamese twins? Or ...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #1172328
Plate with a flat lip, the centre with a fish in underglaze iron-black, all covered with a translucent glaze; the outside wall with a slip and three decorative circular bands. Periode : Sukhothai, circa 14th-16th century. Measurement: Diameter 25 C.M./ Height 7 C.M. Condition: Excellent condition and glaze overall, No chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restorations.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1424698 (stock #738)

Especially beautiful early Bebe by Schmitt et Fils about 25" ( 64 cm ), has gorgeous facial expression with dramatic eyes and wonderful painting , finest quality of pale pressed bisque , original rare early Schmitt body and finally all original clothing !!

Second period circa 1885 / 88 rare Bebe by Schmitt et Fils with pale pressed bisque socket head with gorgeous expression , plump cheeks and deep modeling ! She has womderful blue glass enamel inset eyes with rich threading , ...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1700 item #801890 (stock #M080805016)
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This is Ming dynasty, Wanli period deep polychrome large swatow bowl. It stands on a short foot rim with a recess base. From the foot rim, it everted slightly and upwards, and then towards a mildly everted mouth rim.

The flattened centre of the bowl depicts the drawing of a very artistic “Hai Ma” shown crossing the sea surrounded by bellows of waves. On the cavetto, there are nine panels of some form of flowering plants while there are eleven panels on the outside of the bowl. Thi...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1095898
Rarely seen on the market this 1940's sterling silver and gold bracelet was designed and signed by American and Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). Comprised of an incised sterling silver band mounted with 6 gold round pyramid shapes each accented with 2 silver balls. Measuring 5 1/2 inches from end to end with an additional 1 inch opening. Because of the 980 sterling silver content the bracelet can be gently shaped to fit a wrist of 6" to 7". The bracelet is 1/2 inch wide. Fully ha...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1397121 (stock #190403)
We are offering a Fred Davis Shield and obsidian mask necklace with a length of 17.5in. The mask is 1.5in. by 1.5in. The lovely thing about this necklace is it's size. You can wear everyday and with anything as it is not huge like many of it's kind. Correctly hallmarked with FD and no damage to stone or silver. The weight is 50 grams and it is thick silver sheet. An excellent example, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
All Items : Archives : Pre 1950 item #1228753 (stock #samtanecklac)
This is an exceptional work of art by H. Santana. The silver is thick and weighs 103 grams. The drop has 3 panels of 2.5in. x 2.75in. and displays a large presence. With the chain being exceptionally long of 18 inches then plus the length of the drop, you have enough to make it a custom fit. I am listing a cut work Santana obsidian bracelet that is a match for the necklace. The cut work is quite endearing with the hearts and scrolls of swirls. The condition is beautiful with no flaws, just LOOK ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #1345046 (stock #162810)
Los Castillo design # 142 is a very early design with a hefty 117 grams and a wearable length of 17inches. It was necessary to restring this necklace in order for it to be enjoyed for another 70 years. In the early years many items strung on threads does bear this style of clasp. The center medallion is 3in. x 1.25in. The design is an overlay of exceptionally thick silver. It has a beautiful patina and is a pleasure to wear with no damage. Very rare, just LOOK AT THAT NECLACE!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Pre 1960 item #340
Hattie Carnegie pendant necklace. Overlapping goldtone links, goldtone oriental design pendant with large green plastic dragon with rhinestone eye. Ca 1950s. L:22" (pendant, D:3")
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #1358277 (stock #WA25-27)
St Tropez Mustache Pair Vintage French club chairs This handsome, light cognac pair of French Club chairs are the quintessential Mustache backed. Highly sought after for their classic lines. All original leather in excellent overall condition. Some wear on the piping and age appropriate scuffing, but otherwise supple and very deep and comfortable.They measure: Depth-36", width-40", height-32", seat depth-24", seat width-20",seat height-15"
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1910 item #577459 (stock #226)
Fine Japanese Meiji period bronze hand warmer with applied dragon design side panels and bird motif handle with pierced lid with phoenix bird design. In excellent condition with a beautiful rich brown patina. Measuring approx. 6 inches long by 3.5 wide and 6.5 tall. A fine example would be a nice decorative piece for and collection.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #723067 (stock #45)
Good thick green glazed. Unglazed concave base. Height = 8 cm. Yuan Dynasty 14th Century. Condition : Excellent : no hairline, chip or restoration.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1900 item #592789 (stock #2982)
Transparent cobalt blue glass bowl, 18th / 19th C. Rounded sides and slightly flaring rim, the exterior carved and incised in relief with peonys, bird and taihu rock. The reign mark Qianlong nian zhi is incised in standard script within a bold square on the base. Condition: fine. Dimensions: 16,2 cm diameter x 7,3 cm high. Weight: 538 gram.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1441485 (stock #915)

Most beautiful one of a kind French silk costume with matching bonnet , most hand sewn of beautiful ecru silk with fine details of silk and trim !

It would fit perfect for an doll about around 16" ( 40 cm ) special for Jumeau , Bru , Gaultier , Eden Bebe or other French or German Doll.

Lovely three piece outfit with elegant style with pretty sleeve lose dress with matching jacket . The jacket has long sleeves with lovely cuffs matching to the back of the jacket with t...

All Items : Archives : Fine Art : Paintings : Pre 1910 item #1053125
Description: Original oil painting of Queen of Wurtemberg, housed in a fine gilt wood frame in which itself is mounted on another dark wood frame. Superbly done with close attention to every detail. Late 19th to early 20th century, 8.5" x 5.5" (sight) and black frame is 14.5" x 11.5". Good condition and shipping is FREE within the U.S.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Dolls and Figures : Pre 1900 item #1388959 (stock #375)

Especially beautiful and very rare all original Bebe by Schmitt & Fils with dramatic eyes and painting , finest quality of creamy bisque, original wig and body !! Of an special rare series of Schmitt Bebe´s appear to copy the very popular Bebe´s model of Maison Jumeau. This stunning doll that resemble an Jumeau`s Bebe market E.J.A.

Gorgeous 22 " ( 56 cm ) Schmitt et Fils Bebe with pale bisque socket head of best pale quality and painting ......with plump cheeks and very...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1920 item #42534 (stock #5789)
Through the Nanbansen trade, the Portuguese introduced two important things to the Japanese in the 17th century. They were the matchlock gun and tobacco. As the popularity of tobacco spread rapidly to all classes, there was the need for a tray or box to hold the utensils. Tobacco-bon came to be the "must have" entertainment piece in the Edo period (1614-1868). Along with the widespread use of charcoal in the mid Edo, metal and ceramic pot style ashtrays were used to keep the fire (charcoa...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1800 item #656477 (stock #tiger741)
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Gilded Bronze Shakyamuni, Late 18th Century or Early 19th Century

It is 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) tall by 4.6 inches (11.5 cm) wide.

It is in good condition with dents, cracks, or chips, except old repair at the inside (as seen in the photos).

Large format photos available upon request.


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All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1254893
Vintage amethyst & sterling silver beaded necklace designed and signed circa 1930-40 by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). Necklace measures 21 inches long and is comprised of 48 graduated handmade sterling silver beads. The central element of the design measures 5 inches across. The center bezel set amethyst cabochon is 1 1/4" in diameter and suspended from two silver hands. Necklace weight is 69 grams, 2.4 oz. Fully hallmarked on the reverse of central stone and also ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1970 item #636990
A stunning sterling and white coral cuff bracelet,pin/pendant and earrings set by Carmelo Patania. Carmelo Patania founded The Thunderbird Shop in Santa Fe with his brother Frank Patania Sr. in 1937 and then opened The Kachina Shop in 1957. The cuff measures 6" around in the inside and is 1" wide. It weighs 50 grams. The pin/pendant measures 2" diameter and the clip earrings measure 1 1/4" long and 3/4" wide. All pieces are in fine original condition and all pieces are signed CP Sterling. This ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Edwardian : Pre 1920 item #1409940 (stock #9882)
A 10k yellow gold lapis lazuli cabochon ring from the 1910-20 era. This size 7 ring features a cabochon 57 point (calculated) deep blue stone bezel-set in a late Edwardian-early Art Deco 7/16 x 1/4" setting. The shoulders are hand tooled, this ring weighs 1.9 grams and it is stamped 10K with a maker's mark. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Edwardian : Pre 1910 item #1330644 (stock #7213)
An Edwardian period 14k yellow gold vest pocket watch chain circa 1900-10. This antique 7-1/8" long watchchain is long enough to make a bracelet and it is stamped 14 K on each link ring holding the eye hook clasps on each end. The hooks also test as gold. It is in excellent antique condition with no breaks, corrosion, losses, repairs or damage. It weighs 5.8 grams and it would make a stylish bracelet with the existing hooks or with suitable replacement clasps. Unusual to find it with hooks at bo...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Designer : Contemporary item #462461 (stock #Sorr3LE)
Vivid, sparkling royal blue faceted crystals, faceted copper colored triangular crystals, and various sizes and shapes of clear rhinestones comprise this glorious set by designer Robert Sorrell. The set is very chunky and all stones are prong set. Never have I seen more brilliant stones; they all but glow in the dark. This set is a real treasure by very talented designer. His work is sure to become even more valuable and sought after as time goes by. Inside of the necklace measures 15" around. W...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1920 item #326332 (stock #BA151)
Measuring 4 inches long x 3 inches wide, this extraordinarily RARE Aunt Jemima Pancake Flour Advertising String Puzzle Toy dates to the 1905-1916 time period when it was used by the R. T. Davis Mill Company of St. Joseph, Missouri, to promote their product!

The puzzle is constructed of a cardboard paper material with Aunt Jemima’s image lithographed on the front and product advertising on the back. This puzzle toy was a “give-away” item--- customers could write away for the “free”...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Middle Eastern : Pre 1900 item #1395977 (stock #WN182)
A set of six pierced silver zarfs with decoration in Niello, Ottoman coffee cup holders. Stamped with Tughra mark on body and foot, base with "Tremolierstich". Condition: some small repairs, two zarfs with a lost prong. Dimension: c. 5.6 cm high, diameter: 5.1 cm, weight: 227 g.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1900 item #881709 (stock #39B14 6815)
Mt. Lebanon Shaker Rocker No. 6 in an old finish. Taped back and seat. Branded '6' on reverse of top splat. Size: 23.5 inches wide x 41 inches high x 29 inches deep. Very nice condition.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Accessories : Cufflinks : Pre 1960 item #346168 (stock #T 1122)
2nd Reply: These are SOLD, SOLD, SOLD and can NOT share price info! Stamped AMITA JAPAN Damascene Cufflinks W black background and scenic motif metal work. 5/8" X just under 7/8" and the back piece also decorated is 1/8" X 3/4". REPLY: Sorry, to protect my client's privacy, price is NOT available, let's say they were VERY happy with the price!!!

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All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #522248 (stock #JD-018)
Chinese nephrite jade dog of a charcoal grey to dark grey coloration with off-white forepaws and muzzle. It has a sleek body and a sweet face. Where the forepaws come together, there is a hole for putting a thin rope through for wearing. Period: 19th Century Size: H = 7/8", Length = 3-1/2"
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Glass : Italian : Pre 1960 item #859836
This excellent figure of a Blackamoor is made from black (dark amethyst) and lattimo glass with gold foil and gold powder, red glass accents his turban. The figure stands 10 1/2 inches (27 cm) tall and is 5 1/4 inches (13 cm) wide/deep. The figure shows great detail from the folds in the turban, to his gold accented, black buttoned shirt and his open waist coat. No chips,cracks or repairs. Has AVEM foil label and paper label on base. Circa 1950's
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #1175930
Longquan plate/bowl covered with green celadon glaze. Glazed Base. Southern Song 南宋 (1127–1279). Measurement : Diameter: 16.5cm. Condition : no chips, cracks, or hairlines and free from restorations.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1930 item #950251 (stock #BA908)
Measuring 10.25 inches wide x 4.50 inches high, this untouched, all-original, double-sided, solid, one half-inch-thick-wooden, circa 1920s sign is an extraordinarily RARE piece of Black American history-- an artifact of the "Jim Crow" era when segregation of the African American race was unfortunately, most commonplace.

The origin of this sign is unknown, but it once hung on either the interior of a bus or railroad car designating the section of the bus or rail car where African-Americans wer...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Pre 1930 item #1484823 (stock #15140)


ROOF TILE

Actually used at a private house in Gangwon-do as the northeastern part of Korea, early 20th century, approx. 34 x 29 x 1.8 cm (13.38 x 11.41 x 0.70in). *Teapot is not attached with this item.


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All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Pre 1950 item #1376116 (stock #9750)
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...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #1333408 (stock #PT-015)
Liao Flask shaped like a leather prototype with a vertical spout and a loop handle on the other side, both rising from a tall ovoid body covered in a rich glossy amber glaze, stopping above the foot to reveal the buff stoneware. Size: 31.5 cm.high. Condition. No repairs. Normal kiln marks. Age: 10th Century
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Pre 1492 item #951964
Pale green glazed, firing ring base. Interior decorated carved floral pattern. Dimater = 15 cm Longquan Kilns, Zhejiang, Yuan Dynasty. Condition : shipwreck glaze, short hairline (3 cm).
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #1490294 (stock #MC432)
Rare Chinese Song / Yuan Dynasty Buddhist Pottery Lotus Leaf Jar - Dharma Wheel

This interesting pottery jar was made during the Song Dynasty (AD 960 - 1279), or possibly the Yuan Dynasty (AD 1279 - 1368) and has been been excavated from a Buddhist site in Yunnan province. It is made from a fairly high-fired pale grey pottery, the yellowish-brown surface colour being due to the iron-rich Yunnan soil.

Strips of clay have been applied to the outer wall to form two bands each of six lotus l...

All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1930 item #1349238 (stock #195)
Unique Chinese ceramic brush pot decorated all over in a faux marble effect glaze. On the reverse of the pot is a character poem with two seal marks.

Age: Late 19th/early 20th century

Size: Approximately 11 cm high by 9 cm diameter

Condition: Very good, normal wear throughout
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : French : Pre 1930 item #263955 (stock #763)
A Limoges dresser Tray; a Handpainted Portrait of a Classical Woman. Dimensions 16" wide x 13" deep. "Pouyat" Mark 5 circa 1890-1932. Excellent condition.