This is a magnificent heavy sterling necklace of intricate coiled links by Antonio Pineda. It measures 18" end to end and is 1/4" wide. It is solid, weighing 115 grams. The clasp is a silver ball and is signed with the early Antonio mark -- Silver By Tono and the eagle mark. This signature pre-dates the Antonio crown hallmark and these very early pieces are scarce. Fine original condition, gorgeous worn with anything. An important and rare Antonio Pineda necklace.
A beautifully Qing dynasty enamelled pink-ground "famille rose" bowl with seal mark and period of Hsien Feng (1851-1861) and of the period. Brightly painted with alternating upright lappets surrounded by meandering foliate and branching leaf on an incised with a wave like pink background. The interior of the bowl is evenly applied with light turquoise enamel.
There are no sign of cracks or chips...
Sold. 20% was donated to Hurricane Katrina survivors via Salvation Army & American Red Cross. In the tradition of hand painted satsuma porcelain or even art glass, one finds this 7 white disc, what looks like silver plated bracelet marked TOSHIKANE JAPAN, with orange rind surface bumpiness, bamboo & bird raised motif that is hand painted in celadon green, gold, black, gray & red. When the secure push v box clasp & chain is engaged it measures 7 1/4 in. inside X 11/16" wide...
Beautiful handmade sterling and lapis necklace by Frank Patania. This necklace measures 18" end to end hooked on the shortest link and can be adjusted out to the last link which takes the length to 20 3/4". The center width is 1" tapering to 3/4" and then 1/2" wide. Fine original condition, wonderful lapis stones. Marked for Frank Patania as shown.
Mid-century modern sterling necklace with a center hanging onyx drop by Taxco silversmith Salvador Teran. Outstanding design and craftsmanship, this necklace measures approximately 14" around in the inside (curves, so difficult to measure)and is 2 1/4" wide at the onyx drop. Secure box clasp in the back,fine original condition. Signed and numbered for Salvador Teran as shown. A rare piece from one of Taxco's most famous designers.
Blue & White dish, decorated with two ladies walking at the garden, on the cavetto with four windows of fruit among diaper pattern. Six characters mark on the base "Da Ming Cheng Hua Nien Zhe", early Ching dynasty Kangxi period. Condition: rim area restored. Diameter: 21.4 cm.
This is a wide, bold Aztec design sterling bracelet by Margot De Taxco. The hand hammered, oxidized insets make a striking pattern. An unusual Margot piece, this bracelet measures 7 1/4" around in the inside and is 2 1/4" wide. It is hinged and opens and closes with a secure push down box clasp. It is solid weighing 138 grams. Fine original condition, complete with safety chain and signed and numbered for Margot De Taxco as shown. Very spectacular!
Blue & White bowl in rounded form, decorated outside with Chrysanthemum scroll and key-fret border around the rim. The center inside with rossete design. Ming dynasty 15th century Xuande-Zhendong period. Condition: restoration for one very large chip and the other normal chip to the rim, firing crack on base, further in good condition. Diameter: 14 cm and High: 6.8 cm.
A rare Ming dynasty Ewer, covered with blue glazed to whole body except base with white glaze and spout with moulded dragon head. Ming dynasty 16th century. Condition: handle with one crack and fritting, spout is missing (restored), further good condition or no damaged to the body. High: 21.1 cm.
This pair is a first for us – a late 1960’s pair of French Club chairs refurbished in a soft, black leather. Super comfortable, modern style. This season, black is the new black!
Dimensions;
37” wide, 33” deep, 32” high
Vintage Early Rounds Earthenware Ceramic Satsuma Earring Pair Hand Painted Blue Peach Green Iris & Stems against mellow beige crazed background @ 7/8" or 23 mm across. Earwires appear to be gold filled. Very nice intact condition with tiny 1mm area of faded gold paint on edge. What a buy and Free USA mail even! SOLD
Description: A pair of blue and white imperial dishes were painted in underglaze with tendrils, flowers and bats. Kept well in perfect condition, these dishes exemplified the beauty of the imperial porcelains of Qing dynasty with fantastic blue paintings, the pure quality of the body and the shape in regularity. By a rare opportunity, they were acquired in an adequate price and therefore were offered here at Trocadero in a reasonable manner...
Description: A real scholar's item with Zen atmosphere of this piece was ingeniously made use of a root wood. With good old patina, this piece was in original condition
without any restorations. It testified itself that it had been carefully treated and treasured by the past collectors despite its informal style among typical Chinese scholar's items.
Date: Qing Dynasty (mid or early 19th Century)
Length: 14.8cm
This sumptuous pair of cloverback leather club chars are a rich caramel color. Originally from the 1940’s; expertly recovered by our tapissier in Paris. The best of both worlds – vintage style with modern durability.
Dimensions:
40” wide, 36” deep, 33” high
Vintage Moustache-back club chairs in great, original condition. Bright caramel color, with some dark areas. This classic design blends well with any style, from vintage to contemporary.
Dimensions:
36” wide, 36” deep, 34” high
Description: A religious oil painting on canvas was made in 19th Century from the minority people at southwest region of China.
A piece of art from Dian people of Guazhou or Yunnam Province, this painting was displayed with bold colours. Sketched freely but regulated as well, it is in astonishing beauty.
Sweet honey-colored, pre-war petite pair.
Not without some flaws & minor repairs.
This vintage pair has rebuilt kick-panels, springs & cushions. Great for a smaller apartment, bedroom or living room.
Dimensions:
29” wide, 31” deep, 33” high
Unusual mid 1950’s pair of club chairs with double velour cushions. The rear cushions are stepped up to allow a deeper seat. These would be just perfect in a library or den, or anywhere you’d like a really cozy place to sit.
All original condition.
Dimensions:
32” wide, 32” deep, 35” high