An Indonesian Yogya .800 silver tea strainer. This 5-3/4" long pierced tea server features a prettily engraved figure from the traditional Indonesian Wayang Kulit (shadow) theatre. It weighs 27.9 grams and it has a twisted stem and a tab for holding it onto the glass or cup. It is stamped 800 with a maker's mark (we were unable to identify the maker) - it appears to be an H with a B in centre...

A very finely carved black patina mask with recently added rato mato mineral pigment. More information on ethnic and local origin on request H25 cm, wide 18.5 cm

A fine quality lady's gold filled engraved hunter case pocket watch by Regina. Trade marked by the Omega Watch Company in 1911, this example has a serial number corresponding to the period btween 1913 and 1916. The porcelain dial has black markers, a single-sunk seconds dial and blued hands. It is marked with the retailer's name A.M. GILPIN with the town name DUNNVILLE, ONT. (Canada), a small town near Hamilton...

A set of six M.H. Wilkens German .800 silver butter knives. These hollow handle 7" knives have a hammered finish and an attractive somewhat Arts and Crafts design handle, and are stamped 800 with the German silver mark along with the maker's mark for M.H. Wilkens & Sohn (1810-). They have stainless blades marked .NR and they are in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

Chinese Qing dynasty round form deep plate decorated in underglaze blue on a celadon-tinted white porcelain ground with a central stylized "shou” (long life) medallion encircled by ruyi lappets. Four rows of dense, stylized Sanskrit characters for the sacred “om” syllable extend around the circumference of the well. Four scholar’s objects decorate the exterior. The base and foot rim are unglazed. 11 1/4” diameter x 2 1/2” high. 19th century...

Description:

A Yaozhou bowl was mold in curved rim.
Well carved with floral motifs on the surface outside the bowl, the bowl was stand on a circular foot ring.
Padding grits were preserved at the bottom when incursions were happened to the mouth rim and on the ridges of the patterns where the glaze was thinner.
It was in perfect condition.
Iridescent effects were reflected in the glaze.

Date: Song/Jin periods, 11th/12th centuries...

Elaborately crafted and finely painted pair of Chinese enameled porcelain vases, depicting fished and floral decorations, 19th century period period, Chinese seal on the base. Size; Height of each vase is 8 inches, in very good condition, no imperfections observed.

Elaborately crafted and finely painted pair of Chinese enameled porcelain vases, depicting rabbits in garden, republic period, studio seal on the base. Size; Height of each vase is 6 1/4 inches, in very good condition, no imperfections observed.

Fine Chinese famille rose bowl, with the exterior decorated with images of the 8 immortals in fine colors, Republic Period, seal mark to the base. Size; Height of bowl is 3 1/8 inches with diameter of 6 inches. Condition Report; This item is in very good condition, no imperfections.

A legendary name in the design and production of jewelry in this country, Napier has a long history that goes back into the 19th c.. The company's lines include both costume and sterling silver creations and their quality was such that jewelry with the Napier signature was worn by US beauty pageant queens as well as famous First Ladies. I am therefore thrilled to be able to present this very rare bracelet here. Crafted in sterling silver, its central figural link is comprised of three diff...

A PAIR OF CHINESE FAMILLE ROSE SCENIC AND RED OXIDE DECORATED PORCELAIN VASES. Each painted with two scenic panels reserved on an interlocking red diaper pattern ground. Blue seal mark on vase. Height 8.5 inches (21.5 cm). Condition Report; Excellent condition.

A remarkable sterling and 5 row saw tooth bezel set turquoise bracelet by Carmello "Pat" Patania who was the brother of Frank Patania Sr. It measures 6 3/4" around in the inside plus a 1" opening and is 1 1/4" wide. It weighs 98 grams and is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. The stones are actually a deeper blue and green than the camera captures. Signed as shown. This is a gorgeous bracelet.

I love the idea of combination pin/pendants - they make for such versatile jewelry and can prove a mainstay in a lady's jewelry box. And when they come with the signature of Matilde Poulat, especially an early one, it is very difficult to resist them! Like the big, impressive example here, in one of Matilde's signature designs studded with coral and turquoise...

The popularity of Matilde Poulat's jewelry and her exceptional creative genius prompted several of her contemporary maestros to emulate them - in fact, copies of her pieces are made to this day, some less "successful" than others. The ring at hand dates, I believe, in the pre-1948 period and is very well made...

Perhaps this set is Antonio Pineda's most iconic, beloved design. The onyx tear drop stones have no cracks or chips. The silver is thick and the necklace is 149 grams heavy and sits 1.5in. tall with regal elegance. The earrings weigh 20.8 grams and are 1.5in. long and 1in. wide. This Pineda has the most comfortable 17in. wearable length. I love how the silver arches from link to link while the stones are hinged to lay with the perfect fit...

Spectacular red Mediterranean coral cluster ring by Arizona silversmith Carlos Diaz who has been creating jewelry for over 50 years. The original owners family had the ring authenticated by Carlos Diaz's shop before offering it for sale as it is etch signed. They were told that Carlos made the ring in the 70's. This ring is a size 6 and in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones which are magnificent. This is a bold piece weighing 21 grams and measuring 1" long and 1 1/8" w...

From the wearable art movement of the mid-century, these are sterling screwback earrings by Modernist Ed Wiener. Like miniature mobiles, they measure 1 1/2" long and wide and when on the ear, they move when you move. Fine original condition and signed as shown. A fine example of the work of this great jeweler.

Vintage 1930's sterling silver and amethyst earrings designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico artist Frederick Davis. 3/4" long. Screw back. Perfect condition.