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Pretty French bisque Poupee .... France circa 1870 / 75 ....with beautiful complete expression and lovely face .
Has lovely bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate , beautiful light blue glass enamel inset eyes with dark outer rim. Dark eyeliner and finest painting of long lashes and feathered brows. She has beautiful deep modeling of closed mouth with pale accented lips and full cheeks...
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Los Castillo design #732 is properly signed with the old linear hallmark. The diameter is 2.5 in. and the height is 1 1/8th inches. The bracelet can be sized by a professional jeweler as the gap is 1inch. The sweeping links that flow in one direction are deeply hand chased with repousse balls. There is glare and patina in the photos. The weight is 80 greams of quality workmanship. With no dents,repairs or damage this rare cuff is collector quality.
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Any La Estrella is a true jewel. Sadly, the Taller was only in Taxco for under two years where they produced original work that was of the highest quality. The pectoral is 4.5in. across and 4in. high. The weight is 90 grams of quality repousse. The wearable length is 17.5 inches. No flaws, repairs or damage of any kind. Collector quality, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
The Kura
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An incredible work of florals on gold signed on the base Kutani Kaburagi Sei showing the very best of that regions pottery dating from the Meiji to Taisho period, when quality and craftsmanship was at its peak. It is 9 inches (23 cm) diameter, 13 inches (33 c) tall and in overall fine condition. There is a small tori-ashi (birds foot) glaze crack in the bottom but does not leak, and is only visible on the outside bottom.
ANDREA FATELL
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Very beautiful and early Fred Davis sterling and Rhodonite ring. This same ring, with an amethyst stone, is featured on page 27 of the 4th edition of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date it c. 1930. The face of the ring measures 1" wide and 3/4" long and it is a size 6. Weighing 14 grams, it is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stone. Signed as shown. A great addition to a Mexican Silver collection.
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I am offering a rare amethyst Antonio Pineda bracelet. It is trapezoidal in shape with straight barrels and no chips or cracks to the stones. The stones range from dark purple to some stones with lighter swirls. It is properly hallmarked as shown and displays a light patina. I have tried to show the bracelet in different light for the best viewing of all links. Pineda used 970 silver content for his work giving it a whiter look as it has a low alloy content...
ANDREA FATELL
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Spectacular design and execution in this sterling and saw tooth bezel set coral ring by Santo Domingo silversmith Julian Lovato. He began working in 1938 and was a silversmith for Frank Patania Sr. in the Thunderbird Shop. This ring was made during his time there as it has his own signature as well as the Patania Thunderbird Shop mark. Julian Lovato has been the winner of numerous awards for his fine creations. This ring is a size 7 1/4 and the face measures 1/2" long and 7/8" wide...
The Kura
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An exquisite vessel by Seifu Yohei IV decorated in slight relief under pale green glaze. It is 8-1/4 inches (21 cm) tall and in excellent condition.
Seifū Yohei IV (Seizan: 1872-1946), the second son of Seifū Yohei III (1851-1914). He studied literati-style painting under Tanomura Shōsai (1845-1909), a son of Tanomura Chokunyū, in Osaka for three years. In 1914, he succeeded to the head of the family and produced works mostly in his father’s style...
Seifū Yohei IV (Seizan: 1872-1946), the second son of Seifū Yohei III (1851-1914). He studied literati-style painting under Tanomura Shōsai (1845-1909), a son of Tanomura Chokunyū, in Osaka for three years. In 1914, he succeeded to the head of the family and produced works mostly in his father’s style...
Strong in concept & design this awesome bracelet was created & signed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). 1 1/8" tall with an interior wearable length of 7" this piece weighs a hefty 126 grams. The six large, hand carved obsidian stones catch the light beautifully, emitting a deep, subtle glow from within as the wrist moves. Both the stones & silver are in pristine condition. The slide in clasp & safety chain are tight & secure.
Asia of Old
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Antique Chinese brush washer in a GE glaze. Glazed on the inside and base with the base rim left unglazed. No markings.
Size: Approximately 11-1/2 cm diameter and 3-1/2 cm high
Condition: Hairline crack on base which continues up the side (please refer to pictures - it is not noticeable on the side)
Age: 18th century Qianlong period
Asia of Old
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A Chinese copper red underglaze and incised dragon box and cover with two five-clawed dragons surrounding the base with lotus pods. The top with one five -clawed dragon. The base with six character Xuande mark in underglaze blue surrounded by double blue circles. The glazed on the base with a bluish tint.
Size: Approximately Height: 5.5 inches, Width: 10 inches
Condition: Good condition.
Age: Republic or earlier
The Kura
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White wisteria (fuji in Japanese) drape from the gilded rim of this Kutani vase signed from the pre-eminent Kaburaki (Kaburagi) studio dating from the opening of the 20th century. The imagery is exquisitely performed with over-glaze enamels on a pastel gray ground. The vase is large at 13 inches (33.5 cm) tall, 8-1/2 inches (22 cm) diameter and is in excellent condition, with some wear to the gold rim.
Galerie Hafner
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A pale celadon jade pendant, carved and pierced with a parrot perched on a flowering prunus branch, besides a rock. With matching wooden base. Condition: fine. Dimension: pendant: c. 6.1 cm high x 3.9 cm wide x 0.35 cm thick, height with stand c. 10.5 cm.
Retro design is present in this simple yet elegant amethyst ring set in 14Kt yellow gold. The 18 X 13 millimeter faceted emerald cut amethyst weighs approximately 10Ct. The shank has a scroll like design on either side of the amethyst. The ring is a size 6 and can easily be sized.
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William Spratling signed chain necklace is an early first phase masterpiece design. The proper hallmarks are shown on 2 photos as it is marked on the hook of the chain. The necklace fits right in between the 1 inch mark and has a 7mm thickness. This beauty is fluid in it's motion and lays like a dream. It has a wearable length of 17.75in. The weight is 361 grams of almost pure silver which shows up as a very white silver. The ridge down the center of the chain adds great depth and dimension...
WhenDreamsComeTrue
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A very beautiful French Jumeau BeBe called " Bebe Reclame " special offered around 1888 / 90 at one of the Paris Department Stores Samaritaine , Printems , Au Bon Marche and other very popular stores as well !
This specila doll is the pretty standard " Tete" model but with acid-etched mark from the head , she is 15,5 " ( 39 cm ) and has lovely pale bisque socket head of fine and best quality of bisque and painting , with wonderful large amber brown paperweight inset eyes .
This 14Kt yellow gold Fleur De Lis watch pin that measures 1 ¼” tall and 1” wide is from the 1960-s. It is a broach that has a hook in the back, originally for a small watch which can accommodate a nice pendant as well. It is a very well priced beauty in great condition.Laissez les bon temps rouller.
Each earring is centered by a bezel set old-mine diamond and each diamond is surrounded by seven prong set natural rubies. The approximate total weight of the two diamonds is 0.25 Ct while the approximate total weight of all fourteen rubies is 0.70 Ct. The diameter of the 14Kt white gold earrings with push backs is 8 millimeter. (1/3”)