Chinese ink on paper painting of fish and shrimp by Qi Liangmo (b. 1938). Titled and signed at the upper left Qi Liangmo, the 7th son of Qi Baishi, in black ink and with two red seals reading “Qi Liangmo” and “Baishi’s 7th son.” 20th century. 27” x 13 1/2.” Unframed. Very good, clean condition with some minor discoloration of the background evident. There is a vertical center fold and some wrinkling of the fine paper. From a Phoenix, Arizona collection...
Chinese ink and color on paper painting of a tiger on the prowl set against rockery and bamboo by Weng Wenguang (Ong Boon Kong). Signed in black ink and with two red artist seals below the signature reading "Weng Wenguang" and "Shi Zhaohua." 20th century. Painting: 53” x 29 1/4” (with silk border: 58” x 34 1/2"). The painting is silk bordered for framing and can be rolled for shipping...
This beautiful 14k (tested) rose gold brooch has a floral and crescent moon motif (the crescent moon is the symbol for intuition and new beginnings), accented by 10 rose cut diamonds in closed-back settings. The diamonds sparkle very nicely. It has 2 makers marks: an oak leaf in an oval, and the letters “JR”, and possibly another that is illegible; no hallmarks. It measures 1-1/2 x 3/4”. The shaft connecting the flower to the backing has been repaired...
Hector Aguilar signed bracelet that resembles the shape of bowling pin which are heavy silver and alternate with carved medallions in-between. The weight is 65 grams and the height is 1.25in. at the highest point. The length is 7 inches long. There is a warmed patina through out the bracelet. The condition is without damage. Each pin is hand made and each is different. The closure pin is tight and no rings slip off the ends.
This is one of Matilde Poulat's most loved designs. It has become so rare to find one of her earliest pieces of the fish dangles that I am offering an MS-12 Matl Salas signed and hallmarked for after 1980 fish design. Salas worked with his aunt since she opened her shop. She died in 1960 and Salas continued with her shop producing the master pieces that we love. The Matl plaque is a double strike and is quite clear. The length is 21 inches long and has a dark natural patina...
A fine and rare b/w bowl with good shaped, decorated at the exterior scene depicting two cockerels each accompanied a hen with their four chicks, standing or bending down searching for food in a meadow. The continuous landscape by two large rocks, roses, asters, with a lush plantain tree on one side and two windmill palms in vividly pencil style, which might be for add "Doucai" enamels. Excellent condition...
We are offering a 2.5in x 2.5in pre 1960 Matl brooch. Properly hallmarked with engraving and an eagle. Condition is no damage, repairs or any type of issues. The stones are a warmed turquois teal. The amethyst are clean and clear. A lovely addition to your collection.
Properly hallmarked as shown this Antonio Pineda bracelet is adorned with gold sheen Obsidian. The stones are cut into perfect cylinders. This is a 1in. tall bracelet and has a weight of 116 grams of sheer quality. When you put this on the richness is stunning. The length is 7 in. and fits most. The condition is remarkable with no repairs, chips or damage of any kind. Completely original condition and an excellent example that all collectors would cherish...
A bold and beautiful sterling ring with a center row of 4 saw tooth bezel set red coral cabochons by Southwestern silversmith Carmelo Patania who was the brother of Frank Patania Sr. Measuring 1 1/4" long and 5/8" wide, it is a size 7 and in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the exquisite stones. Weighing 10 grams, it is signed as shown. A stunning statement ring.
A graceful pin depicting stylized calla lilies set with a cabochon chrysoprase, made by Joseph Masaniello, a Long Island jeweler active during the 1950s. Masaniello began producing jewelry after an illness caused him to become wheelchair-bound and was a contemporary and friend of Carl Ruoppoli, also from New York. This pin is a design typical of his work, with its simple, clean lines and curled vine-like elements...
Bold, rare and gorgeous, this is a pillow ring by Maestro William Spratling hallmarked from his first design period, circa 1930-46. It is a size 5 1/2 and the face measures 3/4" by 3/4". Weighing 12 grams total, it is in fine original condition free of dents or dings. This ring should delight the Mexican silver collector.
Pedro Castillo was a maestro for William Spratling at Taller de Las Delicias. He also was a maestro for Hector Aguilar until he opened his own shop around 1940. His work is always quality and this bracelet with glyphs shows that. The turquoise stones have warmed with time on this treasure. The panels are solid silver and the raised glyph elements are applied giving depth as well as the niello background...
An Edwardian 14k rose gold peridot and seed pearls ring circa 1910-20. This size 5-1/2 ring features a central bezel-set peridot stone surrounded by filigree openwork and a border of seed pearls with peridot corners. The setting measures 1/2" across, this ring weighs 3.3 grams and it is stamped 14 K with an unidentified maker's mark. It is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than some surface abrasions to the central peridot (exaggera...
This is a pre 1948 Old Mexico City folk style by CEL. The work is gorgeous and lays perfectly The stones are clear and with a jelly amethyst in it's center. 66 grams of quality and a 19 inches of length. The center drop is 4in. across and 3 inches tall and 4 inches tall if you add in the larger lead in link. CEL worked in the pre eagle phase, the eagle phase and into the latter after 1980 with a Mexico City origin at that point. A question has arisen on the hallmark if there was a ME02 mark on ...
pre Colombian beads sitting on a dish of sterling silver with sterling chain and beads make this a striking wear anywhere necklace. It is of Mexican origin and is slightly before or at the beginning of the Mexican Silver Renaissance. Added attractions is the hand make copper casa belles. 76 grams of weight and 18 inches in length. Each station is 5/8th inches across. No damage or repairs just, LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
Beautiful gentle expression 26 " ( 66 cm ) all original bisque poupee by Gaultier from the first period
around 1870/72 , all perfect and with splendid eyes , lovely pale bisque and painting of best quality
and wearing very beautiful original costume and under garment !
Original pink kid body possible to bring in rare sitting position ........
Best quality pale bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate ..... both are excellent , has gorgeous three color blue glass...
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This wonderful, all-original pair of matching, 19th century, Whital Tatum, hanging, egg-shaped Apothecary show globes each measure approximately 33 inches from top of chain to bottom of fixture. The 3 1/2 gallon size globes have a patent date embossed inside the brass-plated crown on top: "June 16, 1895".
Both blown-glass globes retain their original brass chains and hooks and are in very good condition with the expected, minor, age-related scratch...
Chinese Qing dynasty rectangular jade openwork plaque, carved with a design of a deer under a pine tree, mounted into the lid of an early 20th century rectangular silver box raised on four feet. Two-character “chun yin” (pure silver) mark to the bottom of the box. The jade has a pale celadon-gray hue. The box measures 3 1/2" long x 3” wide x 1 5/8” high. The jade plaque is 2 7/8” x 2 1/4." The total weight: 8.645 oz. Very good overall condition. There are a few scratches to one ed...
Very beautiful early French fashion doll from France about 1865 ...... rare to find doll from the transition of
the early company Francois Blampoix to Eugene Constant Barrois.
An early 1865 French bisque socket head fashion doll with best quality of pale pressed bisque and excellent painting
with beautiful deep blue enamel inset eyes with finest painting of lashes and brows , closed mouth with fine shaded lips , very flat ears
without earring holes ......
Original blonde...
Unusually romantic for Antonio Pineda, this is one of his sweetest designs that can easily be worn by a young lady which is not always the case with his jewelry. There is something very gentle and delicate about this piece but traces of Antonio's "punch" can be discerned if one looks really closely - in the night blue / purple of the goldstone that truly resembles a night sky with its myriad of sparkling specks; in the modernist layering of the heart pendant and, of course, in the single, gliste...
A Ming Dynasty Early 16th century Hongzhi period blue and white jar, decorated with a pair of Sea Dragons or such known as Gui Long holding flowers. Condition is good, excepted professional repaired to a hole on the base and minor hairline to mouth rim, no chips. Height: 14,1 cm.
ecklace is comprised of greenstone beads, some jade, with a jade pendant carved in shape of frog.
The silver beads are not pre-columbian, but vintage or antique.
Necklace measures 18 1/2" long, with pendant 1 1/2" long.
Beads include barrel shapes, round, flattened round discs, and irregular stone nuggets.
The beads vary in color, all with some green, most with some brown or yellowish matrix.
Clasp is S hook, unmarked, so is likely silver plate.
Restrung within last 10 years on braided m...
Well balance potted underglazed-red jarlet, the interior side done with connection of upper and lower part with rounded form, which transparent if we looks by strong light, the exterior with rare octagonal side, decorated with lively three claws Dragon chasing a flaming pearl below diaper pattern surrounded the octagonal rim side, unglazed base with slight concave. Condition is perfect and pristine glazed, no any damage and free from any restoration, excepted minor firing imperfection to the nec...
Chinese Ming dynasty bronze standing acolyte on wood stand naturalistically pierced and carved to resemble a rocky outcropping. The left hand holds an object and the right hand gestures with two fingers pointing to the ground. The figure wears a gown and a headdress with long billowing ribbon scarves. Metal prongs secure the figure into the stand which appears to be original. 6 5/8" high on the stand. Excluding the metal prongs, the figure is slightly over 5" high. Circa 16th century. Ver...
Vintage Japanese watercolor painting by Fukutaro Terauchi (1891-?) depicting a village scene with figures walking under parasols in the snow. Signed at the lower right. Likely dates from the 1950s. Executed on slightly textured watercolor paper measuring about 11 3/4" x 8 1/8." Very good overall condition. There is a narrow strip of old tape residue at the top back and there are a few pencil notations on the back.
Fred Davis signed Mexican Silver necklace boasts links 1 1/8th tall and a center amethyst with the same dimensions. This necklace is a published design in books by Penny Morrill on Mexican Silver. With a weight of 119 grams it speaks of quality. Everyone will love the 17 inches of comfort that lays beautifully. The stone is swirling inside with dark and lighter swirls and has no chips. No damage to the silver, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
We are offering Hector Aguilar's paper clip bracelet that has a hefty weight of 110 grams. One of the pictures show a close up of the "paper clips" spread out. It feels soft and silky with a high purity of 940 silver. It is unique in the movement as all of the rings move as you move. The piece flows like a slinky that is brand new, right out of the box. The bracelet is 1 1/8th in. wide and is 7.25in. long. Properly signed and with Eagle 9. This is a treasure for any collector or museum..LAYAWAY ...
Scarce pair of antebellum New Orleans coin silver repousse decorated goblets by Christopf Christian Kuchler. Circa 1855. Engraved 'P. Irwin' for Patrick Irwin (1810-1878), a prominent citizen of New Orleans and Alderman, Louisiana State Representative, and co-founder of the Hibernia Bank. Retailed by Hyde and Goodrich of Royal Street. Size: 6 inches ht.
Excellent condition. Makers mark stamped to underside of foot.
A beautiful sterling tufa cast bracelet with oval shaped center stone by Contemporary Navajo metalsmith Edison Cummings. Born in the early 1960’s, he initially trained as a painter so was well equipped to apply these techniques to jewelry making.The result is that his jewelry is wearable artwork. This cuff measures 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening. It is 1 1/4" wide and weighs 94 grams. The vibrant natural turquoise stone measures 7/8" by 3/4" and is free of chips...
Great Modernist design and a pretty saw tooth bezel set lapis stone in this large sterling brooch by Frank Patania Sr. Measuring 2 1/2" by 2", it weighs 20 grams and is signed as shown. Fine original condition. An unusual and bold pin from this master jeweler.
We have a gorgeous William Spratling signed cuff with scalloped edges. There are 6 solid gold discs that line up across the center of the bracelet. On top of that is a solid silver thick wire. The color is a beautiful almost pure white silver. The diameter across is 2.5in. and the gap is 1.5in. Striking with a tall 1.75in. presence. The weight is 92 grams of quality workmanship. The condition is without damage or repairs. Rare and a crown jewel to any collection.
A patinated bronze okimono of a young woman with a wonderful face, dating to the Meiji period. On her back and in her hand she is carrying iris flowers. Signed on the base. Dimension: 34 cm high, weight: 3.7 kg. Condition: few areas with wear to the patina.
Outstanding rare French poupee was presented by the impressive Maison Simonne ...... Au Passage Delorme / Rue de Rivoli .
Maison Simonne belongs to the special and luxury Doll boutique in Paris and the most Doll´s and automaton which was sold
there was made by Jumeau .... Blampoix and Vichy as well.
From Maison Simonne ... circa 1865 / 68 ..... very rare Mademoiselle whose unusual face expression and pale bisque dramatized
by her brilliant blue eyes , original wig and fa...
Very rare all original bisque doll Twins in un-touched factory condition from France at the 19th. century ,
special made for an Department Store ( Grand Magasin ) in Paris ,
both in his original box and wearing all original silk costumes in blue and pink .
Both made for the French market , each preserved in his original box and wearing most beautiful in her factory original clothing.
Each doll has circa 12" ( 30 cm ) without bonnet , has pale bisque socked head with ...
Rare small size and very beautiful early French porcelain Poupee with beautiful expression having lustrous patina of complexion with dramatic
blue eyes , original body and
wearing very beautiful antique enfantin style clothing ......... France circa 1858 / 60
With childlike expression pretty 14" ( 36 cm ) fashion doll which comes from the same time era like an Huret poupee , has an fine pink tinted porcelain shoulder head with plump round face with beautiful dramatic blue ins...
Extraordinary huge vintage sterling and turquoise petit point ring by Zuni Edith Tsatbetsaye , circa 1970. Many silversmiths created petit point pieces but this silversmith took the art to an extreme. This ring is set with a total of 62 turquoise stones ranging from a round 1.5 mm diameter to 61 slender marquis petite points 4.5mm in length X 1 mm at the widest point. Each of the latter is cut with a semi-circular high domed arch that is her trademark, creating a lacework that wraps around t...
An elegant Modernist design sterling and turquoise ring by Santo Domingo Pueblo silversmith Julian Lovato. This ring was created during his time working with Frank Patania Sr. at the Thunderbird Shop in Santa Fe as it has the Thunderbird hallmark on the reverse as well as his name as shown in the photo. Measuring 1 1/8" by 7/8", it is a size 7 1/2 and weighs 11 grams. It is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stone. Suitable for a man or women, Julian Lovato pieces are alwa...
One of the most beautiful early cabinet size 15" ( 38 cm ) French Bebe´s by Gaultier which I could offer at the last years ..... she is too cute and
with her pretty outfit and childlike expression is this Doll an eye-catcher for everybody and each good doll collection !!!
I think you can see on my pictures what I mean...... and it is hard to find the right words to describe how stunning she is !!!! .....is she it ????
All perfect early block letter marking Bebe by Ga...
Outstanding rare larger model of Bru Bebe from " Golden Age of House of Bru " in size 10 ..... 22 " ( 57 cm ) enhances the stunning sculpting of pale bisque , fantastic blue eyes , finest painting of complexion and features with closed mouth and indicated tongue , sweet dimpled chin and original wig and body , very beautiful clothing !!
She is on really beauty of larger size Bru Bebe and ......of course her lovely bisque is from best pale quality and her fine painting as well
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This intricately detailed necklace was created by Mexico, City artist Matilde Poulat in the 1940-50's. The center panels are comprised of inlaid branch coral, turquoise & coral beads & a centered oval amethyst. The panels measure 4" across x 2" high. The necklace has a wearable length of 18 inches. It is in beautiful, well cared for condition with a gorgeous patina that only comes with age. Fully hallmarked for MATL with an eagle #129. Matilde Poulat designs are included in many museums includin...
Stunning Spratling Silver Pearls are classic and can be worn with anything. Each bead is hand made giving it a look that stands out against machine made beads. This necklace has a deep natural patina that you can make your own. No dents or damage. The pearl necklace has a 35 gram weight and 18.5 inch total length. The beads are a striking 10mm in size. Properly hallmarked as shown, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
Sublime is not an exaggerated description for the Antonio Pineda crescents and shells necklace presented here. This is the second necklace of this design I have been lucky to come upon this year and I am sure it will not stay with me too long either. Antonio's design flexibility, his ability to create magnificent jewelry in more than one styles is phenomenal and even though he is primarily known as a modernist, in our case he imaginatively navigates the waters of a more classic index. Perfect cr...
Rebajes modernist sterling silver butterfly bracelet
1950s
This unique handcrafted cuff has an interior circumference of 5 3/8" plus a rear opening of 1 1/8"
Weight - 46 grams
Marked Rebajes, sterling
Very good vintage condition with minor scattered surface scratches
This is a signed Hector Aguilar Necklace that is hard to find design. The color is a fascinating white as the silver is almost pure. The link is 1 1/8th inches tall and displays a hand chased crescent moon in each link. The depth of the chasing and cut out crescent give great dimension in your hands and when worn. Strongly held together with rivets and a weight of 136 grams, the work speaks quality. No damage or repairs and a stellar design to wear causal or dress. The silver is soft in the hand...
A sterling and white labradorite ring by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. Chunky and beautiful, the stone is highlighted by the oxidized sterling setting. It is a size 5 and in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. The face of the ring measures 3/4" by 5/8" and weighs 10 grams. Signed as shown. A terrific look.
A vibrant sterling ring with citrine, amethyst, garnet , moonstone and green agate by Arizona Modernist H. Fred Skaggs. From the same collection as the white labradorite Skaggs ring I am offering, this ring is a size 5 1/2 and in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. The face of the ring is 7/8" wide and 3/4" long. Signed as shown. A colorful and bold beauty.
Rare small all - wooden Grodnertal doll about 3 " ( 8 cm ) have painted black hair with side curl and nice
painted facial features with red cheek.
Full articulation wooden body with jointed at shoulders , elbows , hips and knees .
Has original painting and of white stocking and red shoes and body finish .
The lovely doll wears their original costume and bonnet and has generally excellent condition
from circa 1850 .......
Preserved in a early box without lid ....
Most beautiful and rare all original 3 1/4" ( 8 cm ) little all wodden Grodnertal Doll in her original hand painted box
and lovely costume .
Very nice all wood doll with oval head , having one piece head and torso with original nice painting of facial features
and black hair with shaded side curl painting . Has nice red cheeks and long neck , full dowel jointing all wood body with
jointing at shoulders , elbows , hips and knees .
Fine painting of white stocking and red ...
This Antonio Pineda masterpiece with moonstones sparking blue and white colors is a most incredible site. The weight is 105 grams of quality with correct hallmarks as shown. No repairs or damage of any kind. Measurement shows a 7.25 inches in length and a little over 1 inch tall. The design is in the book SILVER SEDUCTION with several different stones.
A very rare liturgical embroidery dating to the 17th century or earlier. A cope hood in shield-form with a central applied panel depicting the Archangel Michael. He is standing in complete armour holding a sword and about to strike a tailed demon. Ruby silk ground with couched gold and silver threads and appliqued arabesques in yellow silk, the medaillon and lining in linen. Condition: clean. Wear, slits, mendings and losses. Please look at the photos carefully, they make part of the condition r...
An anonymous basket of both red and white soot-stained bamboo (susu-dake) with a root-wood handle, the various textures and colors gleaming with sheer elegance. It is 18 inches (45 cm) tall and in excellent condition, containing a black lacquered bamboo otoshi container lined with copper.
She is a special rare find and one of the earlist models by Adelaide Huret from France
circa 1855 , has generally excellent condition and dressed very beautiful costume.
If you are looking for an special rare 17" ( 44 cm ) French Poupee you should not miss one of the fantastic early poupee´s
by Huret . This one is one of the earliest modele by Huret , has fine porcelain shoulder head with pale complexion
and finest blushed detail and glazed finish.
She has wonderful pai...
Very nice display for doll´s in your collection which is not often to find in this condition of superb presentation .
Luxury display of French porcelain wash-set and many small accessory ........ similar presentation Toilette box for doll´s was offered around 19th. century at "Etrennes" catalog of the Paris department store " Printemps " and other ....
13" x 10" x 5 1/4" in closed condition ( 35 x 26 cm x 14 cm ) wooden box has decorative paper covering
with lithographed...
Very nice all original Epicerie store display from France at 19th. century ........ little Doll shop displays in this style and similar ones was very popular at the 19th. century at France and was offered in toy shops and department stores
in Paris .... by Etrennes catalogs from ... Au Bon Marche , Printemps and other ....
An fancily shaped wooden market stall on card board display about 19,5"( 50 cm ) at front and 16" ( 41 cm )
at back has depth about 5 3/4" ( 15 cm ) .
...
Rare most beautiful small French Steiner Bebe size 2 / 12,5 " ( 32 cm ) in all perfect and factory original condition , very gentle features
on round face with dramatic painting at her inset eyes , has exemplary sculpting and very beautiful bisque and painting .
All original Steiner body and pretty original clothing which look´s from " Au Nain Bleu " Doll Shop in Paris ......!!
Special rare to find Bebe because of this gorgeous facial expression and such a small all perfect ...
A mandala from the Main Kyoto Nichiren Sect Buddhist Temple Honnoji cut from a hardwood slab used in the rebuilding of the great hall in the Taisho period. Written on back is “Given in Taisho 14 (1925) to the temple supporter’s representative as a prayer for good fortune upon the occasion of the ceremonial raising of the roof beam of the main temple structure (Honden), the plackard cut from wood used in the rebuilding”. It is signed Nichijo-gan. Nichijo was the 62nd head of Honnoji Templ...
A troop of Shishi lion dogs sewn with couched gold thread. frolic among the blossoms and crashing falls embroidered on the re-purposed rich blue patterned Edo period silk of this altar cloth. The original form was likely an uchikake kimono, assembled as an altar drape as a tribute to the owner at a Buddhist Temple. Embroidered up high is the Mitsuba-aoi crest of the Tokugawa Shogun, indicating this was from an aristocratic family as the quality of the embroidery presmes. The dimensions are ro...
b>Rare all bisque Mignonette with exceptional detail of modelling on the rare large size about 7 1/4" ( 19 cm ) was advertised
for only a very short time ( circa only one year ) at 1884 , shown in French Etrennes catalogs and appearing there after only
in luxury boutiques .
Made by Simon and Halbig for the French market ...... circa 1882 / 84
The pretty oval faced Mademoiselle has solid dome swivel head , elongated throat and wonderful almond shaped brown glass
enamel ...
Wisteria vines in gold and silver Maki-e lacquer decorate the natural body of this beautiful sake flask cut from a section of vine, hollowed and capped with natural wood and black lacquer, a pouring spout of brass bunged with bamboo. It is 9 inches (22 cm) tall and in fine condition, dating from the 19th century.
Very beautiful and rare to find 5" ( 14 cm ) all original French all bisque Mignonette ......France around 1885 , has all original
and generally excellent condition which could not be more handsome ......with pale bisque and very cute facial expression , highlighted by her wonderful clothing with rare brown booties .
The slender faced doll has swivel head , solid dome with high forehead , pretty brown glass enamel inset eyes ,
painted lashes and single stroke brows , closed m...
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