All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Art Nouveau : Pre 1940 item #179661
A rare, early and beautiful sterling Art Nouveau bracelet by Georg Jensen, Denmark. There are 4 silver cabachons alternating between double links of a leaf type design. One of the silver cabachons is the clasp. There are inscriptions on the backs of 3 of the 4 cabachons- the first says: D.D, the second: NOV.12, the third: 1936. The back of the fourth cabachon, the clasp, has the GJ mark dating from 1915-30, as shown in the photo...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1401418 (stock #192005)
Matilde Poulat was known for her reliquary silver work. She made beautiful crosses with ornate chain and statues adorned with stones. This cross and chain necklace has the block letters MATL on both the chain and the cross center piece. The chain measures 21 in. long with the drop being 2 1/8th inches tall. This chain is featured in the book MEXICAN JEWELRY BY MARY L. DAVIS AND GRETA PACK. Here it was used as a choice to display a cross. Each link is embedded with a branch of coral...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Handiwork : Marble : Pre 1940 item #126166 (stock #7)
An Inkwell in Black Marble with a Brass Top; 4" in diameter.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1940 item #1389526 (stock #MOR5258)
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A carved wooden box with removable lid revealing a container for matches and tobacco slotted in the side to carry a Kiseru pipe. Exquisitely crafted by a man who both understood design and wood grains, it is likely from the arts and crafts era. It is 5-1/2 x 3-1/2 x 5 inches (14 x 9 x 13 cm) and is in overall fine condition, with wear to the base attesting to age.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Specialty : Pre 1940 item #483621 (stock #20050017)
Louis Vuitton suitcase in Monogram canvas. Circa 1930's. Condition is very good, with minor wear, retains it's original tray insert and original handle. No key. There is a single travel sticker on the exterior. Label on interior bears the number 814988, Lock bears the number 104517. Measures 25 1/2 inches by 16 1/2 inches by 8 1/2 inches (65 cm by 42 cm by 22 cm)
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1401618
Rare vintage hand wrought 1930's Art Deco silver, amethyst and green hardstone necklace, bracelet, and brooch suite designed & signed by Mexico artist Frederick W. Davis (1880-1961). The pieces are comprised of alternating links of cushion shaped cabochon amethysts and pyramidal shaped green hardstones. These are gorgeous deep, dark purple amethysts and striking, bold green hardstones...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1238320 (stock #matlbirdrose)
Matilde Poulat is known for her Mexico City folk style in her silver designs with this being one of her oldest hallmarks. The coral has aged beautifully turning more to the salmon red tones. It is appropriately signed Matl as shown with a documented hallmark in Bille Hougart's book THE LITTLE BOOK OF MEXICAN SILVER TRADE AND HALLMARKS. The weight is 110 grams heavy with a wearable length of 17in. This is a wear anywhere size with the drop being 2.25 in. tall at the center rose and .75in...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1940 item #709694 (stock #MOR2287)
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A demure image of grace and youth; this is a fine full sized Bunraku theater puppet dating from the first half of the 20th century; one of two from a private collection we are currently offering. The eyes open and close, but are stiff, hands are flexible and fully operational. She wears a period red brocade kimono with kiku chrysanthemum patterns and a black obi featuring dragons and phoenix. A white silk lining and silver crown of flowers complete her outfit...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : English : Pre 1940 item #1356400 (stock #9553)
Adams American Express Train Currier & Ives 10-1/2" plate from the 1930s. This decorative multicolour plate features a Currier and Ives scene and it has the Adams mark in use from 1914-40. This nice display plate is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1275741
Intricate hand forged 980 sterling silver necklace designed and signed circa 1930's by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). The cross measures 2 1/2" high X 1 3/4" across. The chain is 19 1/2" long. Weight 34 grams, 1.2 oz. Hallmarked on the reverse WS TAXCO 980. Beautiful condition with a rich, soft patina. One small ding in last bead nearest the back catch. This design was one of a group of Spratling crosses pictured on p...
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1239270
Early and rare 1930's sterling silver and turquoise bracelet designed and signed by Taxco, Mexico artist Matilde Poulat. The center panel of the bracelet measures 1 2/3" from top to bottom...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1940 item #569701 (stock #T 1503)
SOLD. Maybe unsigned F & B Foster & Bailey silver double black enamel filled bracelet stamped STERLING showing five 9mm bezel set "cat's eye" looking blue poured glass cabochons. Measuring 7 1/4" end to end slightly less when the hidden push V box clasp is engaged. Very nice vintage condition and all enamel is perfect. SOLD, no price, no info please.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1409878 (stock #190710)
We have an old block hallmark on this lovely reliquary necklace. Original chain and has the chatelaine still with the piece that the cross hangs from. Length for the chain is 18.5in. The cross is 2.75in. long and just shy of 2.5in. across. The weight is 65 grams of thick silver. Reliquary items were and are important symbols of the day to day life in Mexico. This is a rare one and in excellent condition with no repairs or damage just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Specialty : Pre 1940 item #947950
Gladding-McBean (Franciscan) wood-handled EL Patio Carafe set with 4 cups. Each cup has a detachable handle of metal and wood. The color is Golden Glow. The carafe stands 7.5 inches (19 cm) Tall and each cup is 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) Tall. No chips, cracks or repairs. EL Patio line was created in 1934. The carafe bears the GMcB (1934 to 1938) in an oval backstamp with "made in usa", one cup bears the same GMcB in oval backstamp, another cup has a partial "made in usa" stamp. Circa 1930's
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1283073
Classic early 1930's sterling silver bracelet designed and signed by Mexico artist Frederick W. Davis (1880-1961). Hand wrought this Deco design is comprised of 5 curved scalloped panels measuring 1 5/8 inches wide & 7 inches long. Weight - 85 grams, 3.0 oz. Signed FD SILVER MEXICO on the clasp. Beautiful condition with no dents or dings. Clasp is tight and secure. Bracelet pictured on p. 85 of SILVER SEDUCTION: THE ART OF MODERNIST ANTONIO PINEDA. Davis designs are featured in the 20th Century ...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1368708 (stock #170411)
This Matilde Poulat Mexico City folkloric bracelet in the Moth design has the early 30's mark of 930. Her taller Matl produced her heaviest silver work in it's beginnings. The bracelet is repousse and 7in. long. It is large measuring 1.75 in. tall. There are lines and matrix in the turquoise but no cracks or chips. All folkloric work has it crumples and cloud like puffy surfaces and this one is in excellent condition. There is glare in my photos and a natural super deep patina to it's surface. ...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Pre 1940 item #1485436
Japanese shin hanga woodblock print titled "Hirosaki Castle" by Hiroshi Yoshida (1876-1950) dated Showa 10 (1935). First edition impression with "jizure" (self-printed) seal in the upper left margin. The artist's black ink brush signature and red seal is at the lower left and the print is pencil-signed in the lower right margin. Illustrated in "The Complete Woodblock Prints of Yoshida Hiroshi," Abe Publications, color plate #192. Paper measures 15 3/4" x 10 1/2" (image size: 14 5/8" x 9 5/8"). C...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Deco : Pre 1940 item #170213 (stock #T 386)
Oval Shape Sterling Brooch with Motif expressing the look of Arts Crafts and Deco flavors. 1/2" Green Marble Art Glass Cabochon in this 1 1/2" X 3/4" 925 frame with excellent working clasp.
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