Cloisonne Plique a Jour Vase with Flowers

The vase is 5.25 inches (13cm) tall by 3.5inches (9cm) wide.

It is in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks.

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These beads I have had for many years. They were certified Pre Columbian by the seller who at the time had a shop and small "museum" of Pre Columbian items in San Francisco. That was included in the box with the beads at the estate auction where purchased. Please call with any questions. There is a 16in. wearable length and a weight of 276 grams. The over all length is 18 inches. These beads are BOLD. When seen they are noticed and of also being important...

This is an eagle 1 old Mexican sterling necklace with 12 satin finish 10mm balls. The drop spans 6in. across by 3in. long at it's center. The quality is exceptional at 78 grams. Because of the many segments it forms to fit on the neck perfectly. The necklace has no dents or damage or repairs. This work of art has a large and stunning presence just, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

Handmade sterling silver butterfly pin with bronze markings designed (c.1940's) and signed by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). 2 1/2" X 1 3/4". Two prong clip fastener works perfectly. Beautiful vintage condition. A larger example of this design is pictured on the cover of MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill & Berk and in WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE also on spratingsilver.com. Marked WS SPRATLING SILVER MADE IN MEXICO.

This is an old carp made with asa (hemp or bast fiber). It was probably used as a streamer called Koinobori for the Boy’s Day (renamed to Chilren's Day). The larger Koi can be bigger than 10

This Matl Palomas necklace is one of the finest examples I have found. Hallmarks are correct as shown with MATL in a block, MATL in cursive and a very old 0.900 mark used in the beginnings of Matilde Poulat's Taller. The size makes it very special as each of the links are approximately 1.25in. tall. Scaled to be perfect to wear anywhere and with anything. The weight is heavy at 105 grams and there is a wearable length of 16 inches...

Whimsical and rare sterling silver and turquoise earrings designed and signed in Taxco, Mexico circa 1940 by artist Hubert Harmon. Each hand crafted repousse earring measures 1 3/8" long. Each with a raised bezel set turquoise cab eye. Screw backs work perfectly. Both of the pair signed on backs HUBERT HARMON MADE IN MEXICO STERLING TAXCO.

Vintage handmade sterling silver spoon or ladle designed and marked (1950's)by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). Measures 4 3/8"L X 1 1/2"W. 34grams, 1.2oz. Beautifully photographed on p.97 of SPRATLING SILVER by Cederwall/Riney. Author Phyllis Goddard writes on her site spratlingsilver.com "this spoon represents a combination of Spratling's favorite design motifs...wrapped silver wire, intertwined and incised loops and silver ball." Spratling described it as a sugar spoon.

Extremely rare sterling silver repoussage pin signed Los Castillo (c.1930's.) This large brooch measures 4 inches X 4 inches. Pin is heavy weighing 58 grams, 2 oz. but is very wearable. Hallmarks read LOS CASTILLO, MADE IN MEXICO, 980, TAXCO, design # 320. A young Antonio Castillo is pictured working on this repoussage pin in a photo from the Tulane University Latin American Library collection...

 

This Mexican silver repousse necklace is marked with SILVER MEXICO and all that I have seen marked as such are quality crafted. At a height of 1.25in. this art to wear has a huge presence with a fantastic price as well. Perfect for casual and dress occasions. The weight is 60 grams. No dents or damage but there is glare that may reflect a misleading image. There is also a 17in. wearable length that is quite comfortable. The patina is lovely around it's edges just, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!.

We are offering a signed Antonio Pineda bracelet with amethyst bars and being 7/8th inch tall. The weight is 102 grams heavy. With a diameter of 2.25 in. it will fit most. Without damage and real treasure. Antonio Pineda is one of the most celebrated designers from the Mexican Silver Renaissance.

Rare Song - Yuan dynasty longquan celadon small three legs censer, rounded side with three legs and unglazed base, drum shape censer with horizontal stripe and three legged, covered with green glaze.
Censer is in good condition no chip, no crack, no restoration, there is crackled at the glaze.
Size: 9 cm diameter, 4.5 cm height.

Set of 11 Nishiura Studio Tea Set with Bamboo, circa 1900

The teapot is 8.25 inches (21 cm) tall, and 5.1 inches (13 cm) in diameter. There are 4 cups that measured 3 inches (7.5 cm) tall by 3.45 inches (8.5 cm) wide. There are 6 saucer that measured 5.25 inches (13.5 cm) in diameter.

They are in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks.

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Offering a beautiful signed Los Castillo pectoral necklace with a drop being 3.25in. across and 2.5in. tall. THE BRACELET IS LISTED SEPERATELY ON THIS SITE. It is hand chased and decorated with the granulated bead balls. Quality is further defined by the 75 grams of weight. 17.25in. of wearable length make it comfortable for most. Definitely a Margot Van Voorhies design while married to Antonio Castillo and numbered with an early number of 359...

A great old ghurra showing Janus protectors sitting back to back surmounted by a buffalo. H 14 cm Presented on a metal stand More information on request

This is EXCEPTIONAL. A Fred Davis design unsigned and with a brooch to match. Both are heavy in weight and tall in stature. Brooch is 2 1/3 in. square. 41 grams heavy. The bracelet is 130 grams and 2.25in. tall. The diameter of the bracelet for fitting is 2.5in. and will fit most. Stupendous...no damage and beautiful natural patina.

A good Yuan dynasty blue and white jar with two lugs, rounded side with two lugs at the shoulder and unglazed base, jar decorated with under glaze blue of flower scroll motif, two lugs at the shoulder.
Jar is in very good condition no chip no crack, no restoration.
Size: 5 cm height.

Parra was known for quality and original designs. This heavy repousse bracelet has deep, sculpted swirls and nice amethysts with no cracks or chips. It is 1.25in. tall and weighs 64 grams. It is shown with a necklace already listed along side the bracelet. Very nice worn together...

When you see the hallmark of SAUL you know that it will be nothing but quality. His work with chain is elegant and timeless. The necklace is 118 grams of heft and the bracelet is 73 grams. The 3 strands of chain are 1 inch tall all through out the length of drop. The bracelet is 7 inches of wearable length and the clasp is as ornamental as it is functional. Great for a monogram as well. The 3 bracelet chains are also one inch tall and are an exact match to the necklace chains . The necklace is a...

A triple faced phurba H 27 cm More information on request

Rare sterling silver brooch designed & signed in 1942 by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Pin measures 3 1/4" X 2". Exquisite hand hammered in great depth repousse' this piece weighs 48 grams. Fully signed with Spratling's early 1940's hallmarks on the back of pin. The design represents, in great detail, the head of the mythical Quetzalcoatl feathered serpent. Beautiful condition with no dents or dings. Gorgeous natural patina that only comes with age. Pin and safety catch work ...

We are offering a very rare and exceptional design 482 Los Castillo Spratling era Necklace. The height is an impressive 1.5 inches. Quality speaks with the weight being 180 grams heavy. It measures a 17 inch wearable length. The silver is closer to 980 and exhibits an almost white color to the silver making the masterpiece look even richer. This vintage beauty is everything a person wants in a refined collection and also museum worthy. It carries the circle marks like the artifact series of work...

Hector Aguilar 7.25in. long bracelet with a weight of 85 grams is silky soft to wear with the silver purity at 940. The width is one inch tall plus 1/16th. Striking presence and without dents or damage. This is a published book piece and is seldom found.

Yuan dynasty longquan celadon large dish, rounded side with bracketed lobbed rim and glazed base with a ring for firing, molded flower motif at the center, vertical ribbing at inner and outer wall.
Dish is in good condition with faint hair line on the rim and some scratches on the surface, no chip, no restoration.
Size: 33.5 cm diameter.

Detailed sterling silver pin or brooch designed and signed(c.194O's) by Taxco, Mexico artist Hubert Harmon(1910-2006). Pin measures 3 1/2 inches long X 2" W. Harmon incorporated several of his signature motifs - the unicorn, angel, seahorse and mermaid in this design. Beautiful vintage condition with no dents or dings. Pin on back appears to be original brass with a slide-in pin closure and safety that works perfectly. Hallmarked with his angel wings & bare feet along with HUBERT HARMON STERLING...

H 22.5cm More information on request

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. It will comfortably fit up to a 6 3/4" wrist. Poulat signed her designs "Matl" which is a variation on the Aztec word for water. Beautiful condition with a soft rich patina. Slide in clasp is tight and secure. Poulat used repousse` to achieve the organic look & feel of the design and centered the bracelet wit...

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. 150 of WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER...

A Qing dynasty Yongzheng - Qianlong blue and white Yongle style large dish, rounded side with deep center and unglazed base, dish decorated with under glaze blue of Ming Yongle style continuous joining flower scroll motif of lotus, peony, camellia, rose, and chrysanthemum motif, repeated motif at center and the exterior.
Dish in good condition with damage at the rim re-attach / restored, no missing part, still very beautiful for display.
Size: 37.5 cm diameter.

Kozutsu (koh-zutsu) is a stick incense container used for Japanese "Sencha" tea ceremony. The pine tree is carved on bamboo with exceptionally artistic quality. The tips (end pieces) of the tube are made from red sandalwood. Signed "Chikusou" with a gourd emblem. It is 10 3/4 inches long. No damages. Circa, Meiji period (1868-1912)

Antonio Pineda designed for Tono from 1945 to 1948 per ONLINE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SILVER MARKS,HALLMARKS AND MAKERS' MARKS. It is an earlier work of Antonio Pineda and these are the pieces that I like the most as they flow with swirls and reflect gorgeous silhouettes. The Amethyst are lozenge shape with a variety of white streams of color, solid color and some striations. All the stones are original to the mountings. The silver is thick that wraps around the stones and then ends in a twist on the en...

The Matl double birds "looking back" earrings are one of the most endearing designs by Matilde Poulat. These are hallmarked with one of her earliest signatures. They measure 1 7/8th inches long including the dangles. The weight is 20 grams heavy. There is a warm natural patina to the silver. A superb treasure.

Los Ballesteros made heavy well made and well thought out designs and the choice of these beautiful blue and green stones was masterful. The entire piece is hand chased and follows a swirl that moves gracefully from link to link. It has a 16in. wearable and the drop is 1.5in. tall. The stones are .5in x .75in. The weight is 83 grams heavy. I have shown a bracelet that looks fabulous with this necklace and it is also listed on my site. This piece is perfectly sized for dress or office. The stones...

Vintage, beautifully fluid bracelet designed and signed circa 1948-62 by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar(1905-86). Bracelet measures 7 1/4 wearable inches long X 1 1/8" wide. Weighs 70 grams, 2.05 oz. Excellent condition with no dents or dings. Clasp is tight and secure. Signed HA, 940, TALLER BORDA, eagle 9, TAXCO MEXICO. Titled the Half-Moon this bracelet along with the matching necklace was featured in the museum exhibit WILLIAM SPRATLING AND THE MEXICAN SILVER RENAISSANCE and pictured on...

A very rare Gerardo Lopez clamper with deep red poured glass for accent to the foliage motif. Having a 3in. face it has a striking presence. The weight is 75 grams and has no dents or damage. The dark spots are a reflection off the camera.