All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Georg Jensen : Pre 1940 item #510910
A beautiful sterling and carnelian Art Deco ring by Georg Jensen Denmark. I have never seen this ring offered before and believe it to be quite rare, perhaps custom made. It is a size 7 1/2 and in fine original condition. The front of the ring measures 7/8" wide and 5/8" long. Signed with the 1933-44 mark as shown. A rare period ring from Jensen.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Scandinavian : Georg Jensen : Pre 1940 item #1375991
Elegant, rare and early Georg Jensen Denmark bracelet no. 53 with chrysoprase. This bracelet is featured on page 112 of the book GEORG JENSEN A TRADITION OF SPLENDID SILVER by Janet Drucker. It measures 7"end to end, and is 1/2" wide. It is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones which are a vibrant green. Signed with the marks that date 1915-30. This piece should delight any Jensen collector.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1402400 (stock #190906)
Today we are offering a first phase signed William Spratling Quetzalcoatl necklace with repousse feathers and swirls flowing down the sculpted 3 dimensional head. There is a 20 inch wearable length and a weight of 83 grams. A huge presence is displayed as the head is 3 1/8th in. tall and 3.25 in. wide. The balls on it's hand are solid silver and can be determined by the raw underside. It is noted in SPRATLING SILVER A FIELD GUIDE BY PHYLLIS M...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #685564 (stock #WA 14-19)
The ultimate in club chair style; restored pair originally circa 1930's; recovered in new leather. Dimensions: 40" deep, 35" wide, 33" high 24" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1223557
Vintage art deco sterling silver necklace and bracelet designed circa 1930's by Frederick Davis. Necklace measures 23" long and 3/4" wide. Bracelet measures 7" long and 3/4" wide. The set weighs 126 grams, 4.4oz. The bracelet carries the co-joined FD signature. The necklace is hallmarked STERLING MADE IN MEXICO but does not carry the FD mark. Beautiful patina that only comes with age. No dents or dings to masks or shields...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1360494 (stock #TR857)
This 14Kt two tone openwork bar-pin is decorated by a blue enamel inner-frame and centered by an approximately 0.07Ct brilliant cut diamond. The enamel is in perfect condition. The length of the pin is 2 ½ “and the width varies from 3/16” to 5/16”.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1410677
We have a very special William Spratling Petate bracelet suitable to add to the finest collections. The weight is 156 grams and the height is 2 3/8th inches. The criss cross is hand carved. The barrels are cut on an angle providing a sleek look. The patina is dark and natural. This is a surprising design that is stunning on the underside and beautiful on the top side as well. No damage to the silver and lays perfectly on the wrist.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1110619 (stock #TR679)
A beautifully detailed lace inspired vintage 14Kt white gold filigree ring, with a hexagonal top, which is centered by an approximately 0.20Ct old-miner diamond. The diamond has I color and SI2 clarity.
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1262330 (stock #MATLTURKEY)
This Matilde Poulat Matl bracelet is huge at 2.25in. face front. The carving on the feathers is meticulous. The length is 7in. long and it weighs a hefty 74 grams. The hallmark is one of Matilde's oldest. This is an important jewel and never seen in this design. The camera reflects a bit of a gold tint but there is no gilt to this bracelet. It has been very well cared for as it is without any dents, repairs or damage. It is a pleasure to wear and to be seen.
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #843508
Sterling silver parrot head money clip designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (c.1940). Clip measures 2 1/4" tall. Spratling often found inspiration among the birds and animals that roamed his Taxco ranch. This clip is pictured on the informative website www.spratlingsilver.com.
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...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1398649 (stock #TR1044)
This 14Kt white gold and garnet filigree ring is from the 1920-s. The open work is decorated by flower motifs. The octagonal garnet measures 10 millimeters across. The ring is a size 6 and it can easily be sized.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Pre 1940 item #1386302 (stock #BNJnatDanc)
Early 20th century Southeast Asian dancing Nat or nature spirit statue. Hand carved and polychromed wood, this item most likely came from a Buddhist temple. Measure about 27 inches high. More information and photos coming.....
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Platinum : Vintage : Pre 1940 item #1259224 (stock #TR752)
An antique lover’s dream is this 1920’s vintage platinum and diamond engagement ring. Six prongs are holding the old-mine diamond in the crown like basket setting. The diamond is not certified, but was graded by our in-house gemologist. The old-mine diamond weighs 0.67Ct and has I color and VS2 clarity.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Platinum : Vintage : Pre 1940 item #1376053 (stock #TR931)
This platinum and diamond engagement ring is centered by an approximately 0.70Ct brilliant cut diamond. The center stone is flanked on either side by 3 single-cut diamonds. The center stone is not certified, but our in-house gemologist graded it G color and VVS2 clarity. The engagement ring is accompanied by a matching platinum band that is set with 7 full-cut diamonds. The approximate total weight of all 14 diamonds is 1.05Ct. The ring and the band are size 7 and both can easily be sized.
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1089184
Early 1930's heavy carved cuff bracelet with incised lines, cutout designs and raised center and side discs designed and signed (c.1930's) by William Spratling(1900-67). Hallmarks - 980 WS TAXCO MEXICO. The front center measures 2 1/4 inches wide. Inside measures 6 inches end to end with a opening of 1 1/4 inches...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Platinum : Vintage : Pre 1940 item #979204 (stock #TR642)
A great example of filigree work is this platinum estate ring centered by an approximately 0.45 Ct old-mine diamond and the center stone is flanked by four smaller diamonds. The approximate total weight of all diamonds is 0.55 Ct. The center diamond has J color and SI1 clarity. The ring is in excellent condition.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1940 item #1438804
Japanese limited edition woodblock print by French artist Paul Jacoulet (1902-1960) titled "Birds of Paradise. Menado, Celebes" (Les Paradisiers Menado, Celebes) published December 25, 1937. This image is illustrated on page 53 (plate 46) of “The Prints of Paul Jacoulet” by Richard Miles, 1982. It is described on pages 98-99. The print is pencil-signed and bears the red tea jar seal at the lower right edge of the image...