All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #789781 (stock #191)
A jar and cover finely painted in 17th/18th Century Kangxi Style decorated with prunus blossom against a 'cracked ice' ground. This item was made during the reign of the Guangxu Emperor (1875-1908). Condition excellent. No damages...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Himalayas : Pre 1492 item #789739 (stock #lot477)
Description: A wood manuscript cover was wonderfully carved by traditional craftsmanship.
By a unique design of rectangular panel in the center, the Shakyamuni Buddha seated on an Indian Pala-style throne with lion base and in earth-witness gesture...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #789618 (stock #JD-083)
A complete calcified "chicken bone" jade necklace from the Longshan Period. Jade that has been buried for millenniums sometime calcifies to a white color losing all of it's original color. Age: 2800-1900 BC. Size. Length(closed) 29.5cm. Condition: Age calcification.
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #788748 (stock #187)
An attractive bowl and cover delicately painted in Fencai (famille rose) enamels. This item carries the mark of the Tongzhi Emperor and was made during his reign - 1862-1874. 5 inches (13cm) High. Condition - excellent apart from two very minor chips on the underside of the foot rim and somes light ware to the gilding...
All Items : Archives : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Pre 1930 item #788726 (stock #186)
A rare 1920s Bursley ware vase in Islamic shape and painted in 16th Century Turkish Iznik style belonging to the 'Bagdad' range. The design of this item is attributed to Frederick Rhead. Condition - excellent. No chips, cracks or restoration. 12 inches (30.5cm) High
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1700 item #788398 (stock #lot476)
Description: One ancient Tibet bronze Tara Buddha was preserved in a fine condition except some restoration to the covered bottom. By a greasy darken patina, the Tara was casted with serene facial features and stylized sitting posture. Date: 14th/15th Century, Height: 12.1cm, Width: 9.1cm.
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Specialty : Pre 1930 item #787971
Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk in Monogram fabric covering. I am guessing that this dates circa 1920's to 1930's. It is in great vintage condition. As you can see by the photos the trunk contains 6 hangers; all signed Louis Vuitton, one fold-down drawer and four lift-out drawers. The trunk retains it's original handles. Sorry, there is no key. The exterior lock number is 052793, I could not find an interior number...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Boxes : Pre 1920 item #787961
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Orange Vuittonite. The orange Vuittonite was made for only a short period of time making these trunks less common, and a great addition to complete your collection. The trunk measures 44 inches long (112 cm); 22.5 inches deep (57 cm); 23 inches high (58 cm). The trunk has both leather handles, they may have been replaced years ago. The trunk has 2 interior trays and one linen/hat basket. Sorry there is no key. The interior number is 762156. Great coffee table size...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre AD 1000 item #787957
Pair of Chinese Tang (618-907) to Five Dynasties (907-960) olive-gray glazed Yue ware 10-petal foliate lotus-leaf shaped shallow bowls with flat bases. The characteristic spur marks are in the interior of the bowls. Circa 9th/10th century. Each measures 1 5/8” high x 5 ½” diameter. There is a small rim chip and an old repair or firing imperfection to the side of one bowl and two small chips to the outside rim of the second bowl...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Boxes : Pre 1930 item #787944
WONDERFUL Louis Vuitton Car Trunk. An unusual large size, the trunk is perfect for display (or the back of the Rolls!). This trunk lies flat, and the front tilts down to expose the interior. This trunk would make a great looking coffee table or an extra storage space at the foot of your antique brass bed. All of the latches (3) and locks (2) are stamped Louis Vuitton. It also has 4 tie downs, 2 on each side...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1950 item #787905
An exceptional sterling and enamel necklace and bracelet by Margot De Taxco. This is the work for which she is best known and this set is surely one of her finest. The "W" design is intriguing and the black, white and silver dot enamel highlight the three dimensions. The necklace is 18" long and 1" wide in the front. The bracelet measures 8" end to end and is 7/8" wide. There is no enamel loss or chips or cracks. Both pieces are hallmarked and numbered as shown...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1900 item #787766 (stock #lot475)
Description: A Huanghuli wood scholar tray was beautifully rendered...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1910 item #787508 (stock #184)
A very finely carved hardwood sculpture of the Chinese Immortal - Liu Hai holding the three footed toad. Condition - there is damage to Liu Hai's hat (please see pictures), otherwise very good. Height 9.5 inches (24cm).

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All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1492 item #786864 (stock #lot473)
Description: An ancient inkstone was from Song dynasty. By a typical sleek shape, the inkstone was carved in a simple and plain form. The obvious carving scars can be easily observed. After enduring thousands of years of burial in a tomb chamber, the surface of the stone piece was oxidized into a grayish patina when rust mottles were yielded too. Made of Duan- a high quality material which was originated from Song and lasted to now, the inkstone is truly a prototype for Chinese ancient inkstones...
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1700 item #786331 (stock #2901)
A good and rare found of Swatow/Zhangzhou type b/w dish, decorated at the interior with three Phoenix on flight among floral scrolls. Ming dynasty 17th century. Condition with well balance potted and perfect except a kiln chip covered with glaze to rim, otherwise is excellent. Diameter: 18.5cm.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1930 item #785796 (stock #TR584)
This 34 x 44 millimeter oval shell cameo is remarkable for several reasons, beginning with the frame. Made of 14 karat gold, it is done in intricate filigree with breathtaking hand-worked ornamentation and flourishes. The carved image seems more Elizabethan lady than ancient diety with her high collar and perfectly detailed hairstyle. The necklace she wears contains one old mine diamond. This unique cameo originates in the 1910’s and may be worn as a pin or pendant
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1930 item #785793 (stock #TR583)
A four millimeter faceted amethyst centers this openwork filigree bar pin. This elegant ornament is executed in 14 karat white and yellow gold. The top is white while the underside and the pin itself is yellow. It is a perfect representation of the deco look popular when the piece was crafted during the roaring 1920’s.