Absolutely gorgeous Victorian stickpin of a 14K yellow gold snake with a diamond in its head. C. 1880, 1/4"W x 3/4"H, $ 815. Condition: excellent Height: 0.75 inch Width: 0.25 inch
Fabulous early Victorian drop earrings with clear vauxhall glass. 1 3/16" long from top of earwire, C. 1840, $ 325. Condition: excellent Height: 1.25 inches
Georgian French hoop earrings of diamonds set in silver and 15K gold. Length from tip of earwire is 2 1/4. C. 1790, $ 5675. Condition: excellent Height: 2.25 inches
These gorgeous earrings are of the Georgian period and are set with rose diamonds in cluster form in silver with gold screw backs. We will be happy to change them to shepherd hooks or posts, C. 1810, 5/8" diameter. Condition: excellent Height: 0.63 inch
18K yellow gold ring set with 5 sapphires between two rows of 7 diamonds, hallmarked Chester 1903. $ 1250, Size 7 3/4. Condition: excellent Height: 7.75 inches
Lovely Victorian five stone ruby ring in an 18K yellow gold setting. $ 1325. C. 1880, Size 9. Condition: excellent Height: 9 inches
Victorian band set with a double row of natural pearls in 18K yellow gold. $ 960, C. 1880, Size 7 1/2. Condition: excellent Height: 7.5 inches
18K yellow gold memorial ring set with crystals in a basket setting and enameled "Maria Bryant ob 10 Ap 1746 ae 2. $ 3690, size 6 3/4. Condition: excellent Height: 6.75 inches
Rare Georgian moss agate ring surrounded by almondine garnets set in 15K yellow gold. C. 1770, Size 6 1/2 Condition: excellent Height: 6.5 inches
Elegant Georgian five stone agate ring set in 9K yellow gold. C. 1830s, Size 5 3/4. Condition: excellent Height: 5.75 inches
Lovely mid nineteenth century diamond cluster ring set with rose diamonds in silver with an 18K yellow gold band. Dutch. $ 6870 C. 1840, Size 9. Condition: excellent Height: 9 inches
Memorial ring of 15K yellow gold set with plaited hair. In enamel are the words "In Memory" and engraved under the band the date "1877". Size 6 1/2. Condition: excellent Height: 6.5 inches
Charming 15K yellow gold ring depicting a gargoyle set with cabochon emerald eyes. Circa 1860. $ 945. Size 7 Condition: excellent Height: 7 inches
Queen Victoria had a strong love for Scotland and popularized all things Scottish. She spent much time in her castle at Balmoral. This is a Scottish Tartan decorated box, "McLean" clan, c1870. Condition: good
Tiny acorns from a mighty oak. These are sterling and small, 3/4" long. They date to the Victorian era, circa 1870 and are hard to find. Ours are priced at and in excellent condition. Condition: excellent Height: 0.75 inch
Spode's "dollar" pattern is very collectible. Excellent condition. diameter 6 1/2" c1810, Condition: excellent Height: 3 inches Width: 6.25 inches
This blue and red pearlware shell dish is possibly from a Davenport service, c1815, Condition: excellent Height: 8.75 inches Width: 9 inches
Worcester in the C18th and early C19th can be divided into the Dr Wall period 1752-1776, the Davis period 1776-1783 and the Flight and various Barr's periods 1783-1840. The factory used a large range of marks, the most common being the crescent marks, both open and hatched, the fret mark and the script and printed W. Some Worcester under glaze blue painted patterns have their own unique mark...
Have you ever seen this tin before? I hadn't. It's one of the rare tins. The top has been replaced. An excellent restoration. Otherwise, the condition is great. It dates to circa 1915.
Condition: good
Spode Porcelain sucrier in an imari influenced pattern, #2214, c. 1820.
Condition: excellent Height: 3.5 inches
Mason's Patent Ironstone Platter in the Grasshopper pattern, Ca 1815. Condition: excellent Height: 12 inches Width: 16 inches
This sterling "nanny" rattle is hallmarked "Birmingham 1916" and decorated with "Pied Piper. It was worn by the "Nanny" for baby to play with while being held.
Condition: excellent Height: 4.5 inches
Ring of 3 stone amethyst set in a 14K yellow gold chased setting, c1880. Size 12. Condition: excellent
These wonderful Royal Crown Derby miniature "tygs" are hard to find. This one is in the popular imari pattern 2451. It's perfect.
Condition: excellent Height: 1.5 inches Width: 1.5 inches
This whimsical brass corkscrew in the form of Toby Belch is an irresitible 3fer...1 for the Toby collector, 2 for the corkscrew collector and 3 for those merely wanting a whimsy to open a wine bottle. circa 1900.
Condition: excellent Height: 4.5 inches
This Brass paper clip is a great desk accessory as well as a collectible antique. It dates to 1880.
Condition: excellent Height: 3.25 inches Width: 2.5 inches
In 1802, Lord Nelson ordered a service in this pattern. Hence it is known as the Nelson pattern.Spode made this version in a porcelain cup and saucer, c1810.
Condition: excellent
This is one of the 4 Huntley & Palmers "stack of books" biscuit tins. This tin is an appealing red and getting harder and harder to find in good condition. This one is beautiful.
Condition: excellent
This dessert dish is in a pattern well known as Chamberlain Worcester's "Dragon In Compartment" or "Bengal Tyger" and is in excellent condition. 8 1/2" in diameter c1800.
Condition: excellent
Coral hardstone cameo ring of a beautiful lady, 15k gold, circa 1830 in excellent condition. Condition: excellent Height: 6.25 inches
We have various sizes of these adorable porcelain cherubs made by the Derby Manufactury circa 1780. They are priced at each and have the Derby patch marks.
Condition: excellent
A hand carved antique wooden mask of Tenko or the nine-tailed Kuuko, heavenly White Fox (kitsune) which do good, wrapped in a modern silk bag and enclosed in an antique black lacquered wooden box. The mask is roughly 21-1/2 x 17 x 20 cm (8-1/2 x 7 x 8 inches) and in excellent condition. A cartouche bearing the artists signature can be seen inside the black lacquer within. The Fox has many roles in Japanese Folklore...
We have a gorgeous Margot de Taxco necklace that is .75in. wide and 15.5in. long for your consideration. It is 59 grams heavy of swirling repousse and rich in detail. This is a published design piece and quite worthy of any collector. No damage,dents,or repairs,Simply stunning, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
Perfectly formed characters eschew the virtues of the scholar life and way of tea through the Gyokusen Chaka (Song of Tea) decorating this masterpiece of calligraphy and design by Miura Chikusen enclosed in the original signed wooden box. Books have been written upon the subject of this poem centering on the experience of a Tang dynasty recluse reaching Daoist enlightenment through the drinking of seven cups of tea...
This is an all original French Leather Club Chair. It features the fluted ball feet typical of 1930's style chairs and a velvet cushion. The leather has the typical crackling and minor blemishes but is still supple and sits comfortably. Circa 1935.
Dimensions: D-31", W-29", H-33", Seat depth-22", Seat width-15"
I am fascinated by the beauty and craftsmanship of early 20th c. Chinese jewelry - their repousse is outstanding, the detail and complexity of the figural pieces difficult to put to words and the window they open onto a culture so distant and enchanting literally invaluable. The scene that covers the face of all 7 curved links in this bracelet constitutes a proud statement of wealth, accomplishment and family pride...
Doris Silver has remained a consistent source for masterpieces and this is certainly another. I have never seen any Mexican cuff constructed exactly like this one. It is very well endowed with super heavy repousse weighing 101 grams. The cuff is 4 in. tall with a currently 1in. gap. The leaves curve to the wrist and arm with the fronds holding on to the other side of the wrist...
Rancho Alegre featured Miguel Martinez as a principle designer and this is an early hallmark of Miguel's as shown. The silver is thick and almost pure. The tips are also beautiful and hand made. The rope is black cording and can be replaced quite easily if desired but it is in it's original state for the purest at heart. I would be happy to put the tips on a new cord for you. I have a picture of the leaf cuff by Doris with it which is also listed on my site...
I am offering a wonderful authentic, signed Matl Salas MS-12 necklace in the moth design sparked with turquoise cabachons. The length is 22.5 inches long and weighs in at a hefty 115.3 grams. The piece has the older thicker sterling base with all ornamentation being repousse on the entire necklace. The drop is a boisterous 3 inches across and 3.5in. tall including the dangles. The piece is very well executed with carving and is an excellent example of Salas's later works...
A Chisolm Model C1 flip down toaster from the 1930s. This scarce and unusual chrome plated and wood two sided flip down electric toaster is by W.C. Chisholm Mfg. Co. of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This toaster has wooden handles and painted wooden sides on the base; it also has heavy springs keeping the doors shut. The heat wire wrapped mica plates are intact as is the cloth-wrapped original cord. It has a detachable top with a wood handle (possibly for keeping toast warm)...
Stunning, sculptural 970 sterling silver hand carved beads necklace strung on sensuous velvet cord designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico modernist silver Maestro Antonio Pineda. This circa 1950's necklace measures 28 inches long and weighs 103 grams, 3.6oz...
Zinc alloy, inlaid with engraved silver geometric patterns and floral bands. Also known as hookah base. Condition: very good considering the age; some pieces of silver inlay are missing. H. 18 cm, Diameter 16,5 cm
Made of a blackened zinc alloy, the engraved silver inlay with floral borders and gardens with animals, birds and palaces. Very good condition with expected age wear. H. 15 cm, Diameter 18 cm.
Offered is a wonderful, vintage pharmacy advertising sign from a bygone era.
This fabulous 19th century sign is constructed of heavy gauge brass and sports incised lettering "PRESCRIPTION DRUGGIST" as well as complimentary Victorian stylized detailing.
This visually striking sign measures 17.5 inches wide x 24 inches high and weighs nearly 8 pounds. There are 10 holes drilled into the sign designed to support wall mounting.
The following maker's name is scribed into the lower left b...
Very strong and well carved wooden mask. Japan, 19th/early 20th century. H. 22 cm (34 cm including custom made stand). Good wear and patina, some missing parts to the horns.
Decorated with portrait medallions of Roman soldiers and floral patterns. Sicily, 17th/early 18th century. H. 20 cm, diameter 22 cm. Very good condition, only some chips to the foot rim and some firing flaws in the glaze.
Dennis Sheehan (American, b. 1950) landscape painting of a tonalist sunset over a marsh. Size: 24 inches x 30 inches. Signed Sheehan in lower right and in pencil on the reverse, together with the title. Excellent original condition and offered in a carved gilt plein air frame. Dennis Sheehan is a contemporary painter of landscapes whose work is inspired by George Inness and other 19th century tonalists. His paintings are in many public and private collections, including the White House. He...
Richard Hayley Lever (Australian/American, 1876-1958) small oil on canvas board titled, River Lea, England. Size: 10 inches x 8 inches. Dated on verso 1912. Signed in the lower left and titled on the reverse. Condition: nice original condition, with some overall craquelure to the painted surface. Offered in a carved and gilded wood frame. A native of Australia, Hayley Lever traveled to England in 1889, where he studied art in London and joined an artist's colony in St. Ives, Cornwall. He ...
Having justly earned a place in the pantheon of those artists whose work changed the way we design and think about silver jewelry,
Matilde Poulat created a whole school of silversmiths who emulated her work not only when she was alive and active but even today, in the so called "post-1980" period of Mexican jewelry making.
Based on Matl's signature Palomas motif,
this is a big, impressive, nicely made bracelet.
Coral, amethyst and tiny turquoise beads stud the repousse and wire work ornam...
Los Ballesteros made heavy well made and well thought out designs and the choice of these beautiful blue and green stones was masterful. The entire piece is hand chased and follows a swirl that moves gracefully from link to link. It has a 16in. wearable and the drop is 1.5in. tall. The stones are .5in x .75in. The weight is 83 grams heavy. I have shown a bracelet that looks fabulous with this necklace and it is also listed on my site. This piece is perfectly sized for dress or office. The stones...
Excellent craftsmanship by Remy with a gorgeous stone that is almost 2in. tall. The silver is thick and heavy at 76 grams total. This vintage Mexican treasure will fit up to a 7in. wrist. I have shown it with a necklace also listed on my site. There are rings to add a safety chain on the bracelet. There are no dents or damage and the huge stone is smooth to the finger and exhibits natural matrix. This is a great choice and certainly will gain compliments.
The most stunning example of Mozaico Azteca jewelry I have ever seen, this necklace is literally a dream-come-true! There is not one thing about it that I don't love; the color of the stones used is saturated and richly varied; the silver work is substantial - not a flimsy piece, that is for sure; and the way it hugs the neck and sits perfectly in place is beyond description.
This is a true choker size necklace, ideal for smaller to medium sizes. Its wearable length is 14 3/4" and its width go...
The simple black lacquered shrine with its original black lacquer, gilding and metalware.
The finely carved Kannon with her original gilt metal crown. Japan, Edo, 18th century. H.17,6 cm. Excellent condition with expected age wear.
Of typical triangular shape. These netsuke were often carved by plectrum carvers. Made in Kyoto in the 18th century. H. 10 cm. Good age wear and patina, very good condition, even the feet are intact. Comes with a custom made brass stand.
Four Chinese Ming dynasty green and amber lead-glazed pottery funerary figures with separately moulded removable heads, each standing on a hexagonal waisted plinth. The figures are accented with “cold painted” (unfired) red, white, and black pigments on the unglazed surfaces. The taller personal attendants are dressed in layered robes with long sleeves. The male figure has a square official’s hat and holds a makeup box. His hands are folded in his sleeves and covered by a tasseled towe...
Description:
A pair of Jianyang tea bowls were in nice oval shape.
In great condition, the bowls were yielded in the glaze with enduring-old crackles.
On the bottom, the foot rings were revealed with smoothen body clay which were caused from the age.
In favoured and sought-after hare-furs effects, the wares were characteristic Temmoko bowls from Jianyang kiln, hard to find in such lovely size and in such charming look.
Date: Southern Song Dynasty, 1127-1279,
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Large Chinese Qing dynasty Qianlong period hexagonal form Yixing pottery tea caddy or canister. The flat panels are decorated with four moulded vertical stylized "dan" (tranquility) characters flanked by two bats each, symbolizing happiness and joy. The curved shoulder is encircled with small, impressed flowers. The bottom corners extend onto short, flat feet along the edge of the base. The lid is metal. 8” high x about 6” diameter. 18th century. Very good overall condition. From the...
Luxury is the feel of this 33in. long Hector Aguilar incised coin necklace. Buttery soft and just under .75in. wide while having a height of 3/8th of an inch. Perfect for winter sweaters but most stunning added with a Mexican Silver choker for a layer of exotic three dimensional chain. It sports a wondrous natural patina with a weight of 163 grams of quality. The links are spaced perfectly with a wide range of motion and with no damage or repairs. Simply the best chain ever, just LOOK AT THAT NE...
Big, beautiful, all-original leather pair. Sits deep & comfortable. Some scratches & markings, consistent with age & use. Circa 1930's.
Dimensions: 37" L, 36" W, 29" H, seat depth 23", seat width 19"
Hupa woven storage basket, Northwest Coast of California, c.1880. Size: 9.5 inches diameter x 5 inches ht. Tightly woven from alder on a hazelnut and willow warp with a dyed 'step design' in black. Good condition with tight weave and nice signs of use.
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