Very pretty unusual and rare German mystery bisque child for the French market ,has wonderful brown complexion .... like chocolate color and not to deep black .

She is on mystery large girl about 30" ( 76 cm ) with superb and rare modeling , best quality of bisque and painting , original wig and body and fantastic original antique costuming !!

It is a doll special for the French market .......

Tibetan butterfly-shaped woolen under-saddle rug "Makden", made in two pieces in knotted pile. Backed with purple cotton, edged with red wool fabric and having two not pierced strap holes. Decorated with peony flowers and waves. Condition: clean, full pile only few areas with little wear, backing with a small hole. Dimension: 112 cm x 72 cm.

Hand carved Chinese natural Hetian jade pendant / Plaque, depicting a dragon. Dimension: 61 x 40 x 12 (mm) or 2.40 x 1.57 x 0.47 inches with total weight of 0.19 lbs/86 grams, no condition issues. Introduction; Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Hetian jade, a nephrite jade, is regarded as the only true jade in ancient China until Burmese jadeite becomes popular in late Qing Dynasty. The hardness of the Hetian jade is between 6 to 6.5 and density is between 2.96 to 3.17...

Chinese natural Hetian jade pendant, depicting a dragon figure on observe and a seal mark on reverse. Dimension; 70 x 50 x 15 (mm) or 2.76 x 1.97 x 0.59 inches with total weight of 0.22 lbs/102 grams, no condition issues. Introduction; Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Hetian jade, a nephrite jade, is regarded as the only true jade in ancient China until Burmese jadeite becomes popular in late Qing Dynasty. The hardness of the Hetian jade is between 6 to 6.5 and density is between 2.96 to 3.17...

Vintage Taxco silver by pass ring bearing the signature of Pedro Castillo, a member of the renowned family of silversmiths and designers who worked for Spratling and was a maestro at Aguilar’s Taller Borda. In 1940 Pedro opened his own workshop and is mostly known for his high quality flatware yet his jewelry, though they do not surface very often, is worth looking for...

Vintage Margot de Taxco "Hibiscus" earrings, this set represents the wider of the two versions available in this design. Carefully worked repousse enhanced with chasing and beading couple with warm patina in a pair of romantic, feminine earrings. Approx. 1 1/4" square, the set weighs 12.8 grams and is fully and appropriately hallmarked with Margot's signature as well as Eagle 16 assay mark and des no 5488. Dating in the 1950s and in excellent vintage condition...

Fine early oak Welsh Dresser with scrolled top molding, banded inlay, cock beaded drawers and cabinet doors with original antique brass hardware. Presented over finely carved Queen Ann legs with slippered feet. 20" L x 68" W x 77" H Please inquire for shipping cost.

These Matl earrings dangle from 3 tiers of amethyst and turquoise. The length is 2.25in. long and 1 3/8th inches at the widest point. This pair of earrings have added post backs. The hallmark is safe and untouched. The weight is 28 grams. The necklace and bracelet shown in the pictures are available and sold separately here on my site.

A man-headed snake coils atop this incredible mid Edo period (18th century) image of Benzaiten (Saraswati) inside a mountain shaped reliquary of dark wood. Inside the gilded cave she sits on a gilded lotus base. The figure holds a variety of sacred implements in her 8 hands. Riding on the benevolent figures head is the snake seated behind a Torii-shaped Crown settled between two Buddhist jewels...

Exceptional early Deco Taxco silver bracelet, its two parts formed by rows of repousse semi-spheres accented with green turquoise cabochons. This is one of my favorite forms in an exuberant design that never fails to attract attention. Bracelets like this come in a variety of widths – this one is, I believe, the widest you can get with eight rows of beads that, in the front panel, are enhanced by overlaid rows of stone and smaller beads...

Connecticut landscape by Henry Hammond Ahl, signed lower right. Born in East Hartford, Connecticut, Henry Ahl was a portraitist, muralist and landscape painter whose work reflected his exposure to the Tonalist style of the Barbizon painters. He studied at the Royal Academy of Munich with Alexander Wagner and Franz Von Stuck, and in Paris with Jean Leon Gerome. He exhibited with the Munich Royal Academy. Image 25"L x 30"W. Displayed in original 24k Taos giltwood frame.

A Cizhou ceramic pillow with an ivory colored glaze which continues to a little above the base. The center of the headrest is painted fluidly with a floral spray in a brown iron pigment while a loose band of three freely incised lines encircle the flower. The base is left unglazed. Period: Song (10th Century) Size: Width = 23.5 cm (9-1/4 inches) Condition: No chips, cracks or repairs. Some loss of the glaze on both top edges.

Intricately carved hand wrought sterling silver bracelet designed and signed circa 1950 by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar (1905-86). Bracelet measures 1 1/4" wide. The bracelet is thick and measures 6 3/4" long interior but will most comfortably fit up to a 6 1/2" wrist. Weight- 124 grams, 4.4oz. The design features hidden hinges and a slide in pin closure. Pin and safety chain are tight and secure. Signed HA TAXCO 940 and eagle #9. Beautiful condition with no dents, dings or repairs...

Set of 3 hand wrought vintage sterling silver bangle bracelets designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist designer Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). Each bracelet measures 2 3/4" across. Stacked the 3 measure 3/4" wide. Together the 3 bracelets weigh a hefty but comfortable 90 grams, 3.2 oz. Each hallmarked with ANTONIO TAXCO crown, 925, eagle 3...

Hand carved Chinese Hetian jade carving, depicting a skeleton. Size; Measurements are 75 x 46 x 36 (mm) or 2.95 x 1.81 x 1.42 inches, total weight is 0.16 lbs/72 grams, in very good condition. Introduction; Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Hetian jade, a nephrite jade, is regarded as the only true jade in ancient China until Burmese jadeite becomes popular in late Qing Dynasty...

Signed with an old hallmark of Matilde Poulat's Matl the repousse is in full regalia. Very well done with fine carving leaving a true feeling of the feathered bird. This is the larger sized version being 4 1/8thin. tall and 2.25in. wide. The weight is 36.5 grams heavy. This is a must have for the Matl collector and this one is an excellent example with the larger, full tail of 3 rings. No damage or flaws, just superb.

Interesting boat-shaped water vessel with birds-like spout, standing on four feet. Made of brass with brown patina and decorated with floral motifs in relief. Similar examples of this type of kendi in the "Tropenmuseum Amsterdam". Condition: traces of usage. Dimension: 33.4 cm high, 34 cm long.

Early Velazquez repousse bracelet with a center height of 2.5 inches. The carved jade face is without chips or cracks. There is some glare in the pictures. This repousse has great dimension and is 104 grams heavy. With a length of just over 7in. long and a diameter of 2.5in. when closed it will fit most. Velazquez was known for his Mexico City repousse in the folkloric style that Matl, Matilde Poulat is also known for. A must have for collectors.

A globular bodied vase painted in dark reddish brown on a white slip. The main body has three large sprays of flowers. A large brown band encircles the shoulder and below the floral sprays are several thin bands - some straight and some wavy. Typical of this type. Period: Song (10th - 11th Century) Size: Height 25 cm Width 20 cm.

Sensuous florentine sterling silver lariat necklace & earrings designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist Alfredo Villasana. The necklace is comprised of braided sterling silver strands and measures 36" long end to end. Earrings measure 2 1/2" long. Necklace weight - 185 grams, 6.5oz. The pair of earrings weigh 16 grams, .6oz. The necklace has a snap closure which gives the wearer several options. Villasana apprenticed with both William Spratling & Hector Aguilar before opening his...

Emile Albert Gruppe (American, 1896-1978) - Mount Mansfield Vermont in winter from Pleasant Valley. Circa 1940's. Oil on artist board. Size: 12 inches x 16 inches. Signed in the lower right. An early diminutive winter landscape of Mt. Mansfield as viewed from Pleasant Valley on the north side by this noted American impressionist. We consider this little gem to be on of Gruppe's most accomplished paintings. His use of a palette knife to accent the light on the snow along the ridge and fence ...

Original David Roberts lithograph of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives, April 8th 1839, plate 6 from Volume I of The Holy Land engraved by Louis Haghe 1806-85 pub. 1842. Original hand colored deluxe edition. In good antique condition some age discoloration minor fading spotting. Framed matted actuall image 12" x 18" framed matted 21 x 27 framed size.

Ge type celadon glaze covering foot rim. Broad firing ring on base burnt red. Diameter = 11 cm Period : 14 th-15 th Century Longquan Kilns, Zhejiang Condition : crackline to the rim, no chips or hairlines and free from restoration.

Foliated porcelain covered by qingbai glaze to the foot and decorated with incised dragon on the exterior, unglazed base. PERIOD : Song Dynasty (960–1279 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 12.5 cm wide, 5.3 cm tall. CONDITION: Excellent, no chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restorations

Chinese famille verte porcelain stick neck vase, with a lady reading a book in the court yard followed by an attendant, the base with apocryphal Yongzheng mark. Size; Height of vase is 9 inches, no condition concerns.

A rare black and white Ching jade of a sleeping cat. Black and white jades are very rare and the carver uses the two colors to fit the carving making a beautiful black and white cat. It has a hole drilled at the tail and can be worn as a pendant. Size: L. 4.00cm, W. 2.5cm. Condition: No chips or repairs.

Of pale green glass, with handle and rim of blue-green, this jar, or ewer, is nicely formed, with flared neck and ribbon like handle. Measuring 6 3/8" high and 3 1/2" wide including handle, the vessel has interior mineral deposits, and iridescence on the surface. In good condition, with visible hairline below rim and under handle (the photo accentuates the hairline). Has paper tag with previous collection data, and was acquired pre 1970. Nice form, color, and size make this a particularly ni...

Diameter 14 cm Perfect condition, no chips, cracks or hairlies and free from restorations.

 

Various samples of good large shoutern Song celadon jar and bowl, these shard are covered with celadon glaze, there is good sample drawing of twin fishes. this shards is very good for studying and comparison to any one who interested in studying early Chinese porcelain.

Original Painting by Zhāng Shūqí (Chinese: 张书旗; 1901-1957) a Chinese painter from Zhejiang, noted for painting flowers and birds. He studied at Shanghai under Liu Haisu. For a time he taught at the National Center University. From 1942 to 1946, he lived in the United States. After that, he returned to China for a time, but ultimately settled in the US.His works are in the Gallery of Victoria Museum, the Ashmolean Museum and Stanford Museum. Image 9.5"L x 12"W. fra...

Lovely open work ornament with fine engraving of dragons between branches. L. 14,5 cm, H. 7,5 cm. Comes with a custom made acrylic stand. Provenance: private collection The Netherlands, bought in 1980 from Aalderink in Amsterdam, a major specialist in Asian art. The original invoice comes with this piece.

Signed MPO with a floral spray motif this is subtle elegance at 16in. long and at it's widest point is 5/8th's. No chips or dents and free of any flaws. A design with great detail, depth and exhibiting a great deal of skill. A real treasure from the 40's, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!

A Mexican sterling silver trunk shaped pillbox (or trinket box) circa 1980. This 1-1/8 x 7/8" vanity item has a hinged top and a working hinged hasp and loop. It is stamped with a Mexican silver mark and IC10 and it weighs 13.8 grams. It is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs except for a bit of minor flattening on the lid. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and...

An antique Capodimonte porcelain gilt brass hand mirror. This decorative and colourful vintage 1900-20 gilt brass bevelled glass hand mirror has a thick handpainted Capodimonte porcelain back. This unsigned vanity item measures 11-1/2 x 5-1/4" and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a few slight touches of wear to the gilding. The mirror is intact with only the slightest surface scratches and only one 1/4" ...

A 14k yellow gold and oval lavender jade and amethysts pendant necklace circa 1980s. This lovely vintage purple pendant consists of a 7/8" x 5/8" (including bale) pendant on a 22-5/8" spiral rope style chain. The pendant has ten flashy claw-set amethyst stones surrounding an oval lavender jade cabochon. It is stamped 14 K and the chain is stamped CANADA RGB 14K and it has a springring clasp. This classy necklace weighs 4.0 grams and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, b...

Measuring 12" high (just under 31 cm)this cut glass ewer or claret jug is mounted with silver (800) and has an indistinct makers mark and the silver standard for Germany introduced in 1884, the quarter moon and crown. The interior of the silver mounts are gilt, and there are gilt details on the geometric sections of the repousse design. The designs are cut into vertical panels in the glass, with both diamond point and star designs, each panel below another panel in silver. The base is cut with...

By Franz Bergman (Austria 1898-1863), this cold painted Austrian bronze depicts a parakeet or budgie, standing with head slightly turned. The budgie has a green and yellow body and blue tail, with wing feathers in black and white. It measures 7 1/4" long and is just under 3" high. It is in excellent condition with good bright paint, with very minor paint loss on his beak and face. It is signed "Austria" and has Bergman's monogram of a B within an urn, though it is not real clear, as the pain...

This is the very rare and famous "Amoeba" bracelet designed in 1948 by Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen, Denmark. It measures 7 1/2" end to end and is 1 3/4" wide. Because of the thickness of the link, it may best fit a 6 1/2" wrist. It weighs 108 grams and is in fine original condition and signed and numbered as shown. In her book GEORG JENSEN A TRADITION OF SPLENDID SILVER, Janet Drucker describes the sculptural jewelry of Hennig Koppel as startling and beautiful at once and the best of modern...

Pair of 19th C. Chinese enameled porcelain plates, decorated with figures in landscape. Size; Each plate measures 8 Inches in diameter. Condition consistent with age, no issues.

This cane is made of extremely strong hardwood and unfolds with the push of your thumb. The seats were made of canvas and rarely survive. Can be easily replaced. This model has a very clever mechanism. There have been more patents filed for seat canes than any other type of cane known. Pat. in 1860s. Condition (Excellent). Size 35" L.

Vintage Scrimshaw on Whales Tooth by Jon Laubin of a Schooner at full sale on both sides. Tooth 4 1/4 tall mounted on a custom wood stand. Jon Laubin was born in Hartford CT, Sailing lessons & a sailboat at age 14, a 20 year career in the U.S. Navy, traveling to foreign ports, exposure to ships of all kinds, and a love of nautical antiques, contributed to understanding the principles of accuratly drawing sailing ships. Around 1980,Jon started drawing and etching reverse scrimshaw on slate, w...

Exceptional 2" wide sterling silver bracelet with 18 amethyst cabs designed and signed circa 1930's by Frederick W. Davis (1880-1961). 74grams, 2.06oz. Beautiful condition and patina. Hallmarked FD SILVER MADE IN MEXICO. Slide in clasp is tight and secure. Davis designs are included in the permanent 20th Century Mexican silver collection at Los Angeles County Museum of Art - LACMA.

Pastel titled Old Shipwreck, signed lower left Frederick Wagner (1864-1940). Wagner was an American Impressionist who studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts from 1879 to 1884. He exhibited at the Pennsylvania Academy the Carnegie and the Corcoran as well as the National Academy of Design. Image, 9.5"L x 11"W. Framed 15.5" L x 18" W Complete written provenance accompanies this piece. Please View Our other inventory

Indian Mogul painting on silk. Titled Shaw Jehan returns in Triumph. Image, 10"L x 7.5"W. Label from Indian gallery on verso. Matted Unframed. Please Take the Time to View the rest of our inventory.

Signed by Sergio who is known for impeccable quality in his works and designs. The photo shows the necklace paired with a Chrysoprase Antonio Pineda bracelet that is absolutely stunning together and is also listed on my site for purchase. The necklace is 16 inches wearable and the hinged sides raise and lower as you move to always have a beautiful look and feel. The stone is perfect with no chips or flaws and is Chrysoprase which glistens in the light. There is patina on the necklace which I wil...

Rare sterling silver and bead necklace designed and signed circa 1960's by American & Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling (1900-67). Necklace measures 16 1/2" long. Beads measure approx. 1/2" wide. Overall beautiful condition. Two green beads on either side at the very back have a chip but when spun toward the neck do not show. (see pics). 3 gemologists have given us 3 opinions about the green beads - green jasper, Aztec Mayan, & Mexican jade. Spratling designed a similar necklace using yello...

A bronze figure of a sturdy-bodied Garuda with his arms and wings spread outwards. Vishnu, with his traditional implements including a discus, conch and mala is balanced atop Garuda's left shoulder and upright tail. The patina is complex in color - some areas have taken on lapis lazuli blue hues.

Period: Angkor Period - 12th Century

Size: Height = 18.5 cm (7-1/2 inches) with pedestal, The statue alone is 14.2 cm (5-9/16 inches) high

Condition: A part of Garuda's left ha...

Chinese blue & white lidded jar, decorated with landscape design at the middle surrounded by geometric design above and bellow, from early 20th century period, base bears Chinese seal mark. Size; Height of jar is 8.4 inches with diameter of 6.5 inches. Condition Report; No condition issues and consistent with age.

Fine Chinese enameled porcelain plate, decorated with pheasant in landscape and surrounded by bats in flight, late 19th/early 20th century period, base bears two blue rings. Size; Diameter of plate is 9.5 inches. Condition Report; No condition concerns.

Antonio Pineda signed necklace with black velvet rope to tie at your choice of length. The tips are arrow heads with a raw hammered finish. The archers depict a Lascaux inspired hunting scene. The hunters are cut out of the top layer of silver with the bottom layer being niello creating a shadow box effect. The blade is 5in. across and 2.5in.tall. The weight is 112 grams heavy. I also have listed the matching cuff that is also shown in the pictures. Simply rare and stunning, just LOOK AT THAT NE...

Today I am offering this signed Antonio Pineda archer cuff being 2.5in. tall and weighing 125 grams heavy. The cuff is most certainly a statement piece and certain to be gazed upon. The hunting scene is Lascaux inspired. The archers are cut out of the top layer of silver with niello being on the underneath layer of silver giving a shadow box effect. I am also listing the matching necklace to this bracelet. Please look at all the pictures as it is shown with the cuff.

Charger covered with crackled green celadon glaze and decorated with incised animal on the center. PERIOD : late Ming (1566-1643 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 36.5 cm wide. CONDITION: excellent, frittings to the rim, no chips, cracks, hairlines and free from restorations.

Sculptural, hand wrought sterling silver earrings designed and signed circa 1950's by American & Taxco artist William Spratling (1900-67). Weight 18 grams, .05 oz. Earrings measure 2 1/4" long from top ball to bottom and 1 1/2" wide. Signed WS 925 eagle #30. Screw backs in fine working order. Beautiful condition and patina. Spratling designs are the central focus of the permanent 20th century Mexican silver collection at Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Abraham Tobias is known for his stupendous repousse jewelry wrought in the Mexico City style associated with Matilde Poulat. His cuff bracelets are avidly collected for their bold and flawless repoussage and their, at times, stunning proportions. In the example at hand, a so-called “Aztec Rose” takes up almost the entire face of the bracelet and draws the eye immediately to its darkened recesses. A museum quality early Deco Mexican cuff that measures 7″ in inner circumference (includin...

Porcelain cranes in a lead tree decorate the lacquered top of this gilded wooden box enclosed in the original wooden box titled Romatsu Sokaku Zu (Ancient Pine Two Cranes) and signed Sekka, with signatures of Tozan II (porcelain decoration) and Hyoetsu (lacquer artist) inside. In this case, Kamisaka Sekka produced the design, enlisting two of Kyoto’s then top artisans to complete the work, lacquer artist Miki Hyoetsu I who applied the lead, gold and lacquer and Ito Tozan who created the ceram...

Absolutely gorgeous sterling repousse bracelet with matching clip earrings and ring by Frank Patania Sr. circa 1950. The bracelet is truly a small sculpture. It measures 5 5/8" around in the inside plus a 1 " opening ,is 1 3/4" wide and sits 1" high from the wrist. It weighs 150 grams so you know you are wearing this bracelet. The matching earrings are 1" long and 7/8" wide at the top portion. The clip backs are secure and comfortable. The ring is a size 5 1/2 is 7/8" wide and sits high on the f...

A Longquan celadon dish, decorated in the center with twin fish and covered overall with golden celadon glaze. Condition : achips to the foot rim. Diameter: 12.5 cm.

Beautiful vintage Art Deco sterling silver necklace designed and signed circa 1930's by Mexico designer Frederick W. Davis(1880-1961). Necklace measures 16 1/2" long and 3/4" wide. Weighs 76grams, 2.6oz. Original unpolished patina. Fully hallmarked with the Davis FD, STERLING, MADE IN MEXICO. Excellent condition with no dents, dings or repairs. A similar Davis design is pictured on p. 161 of MEXICAN JEWELRY by Greta Pack & Mary Davis. Fred Davis designs are included in the permanent 20th Cent...

Early Taxco necklace in emulation of Matilde Poulat’s “Mexico City” repousse, this piece is wrought in 980 silver and its beauty is beyond words. Intense “tribal” flair , deep patina, strong repousse and the splash of green added by the malachite cabs combine to create a necklace fit for pre-Colombian royalty. Measuring approx. 17″ long (wearable; it’s a little difficult to measure exactly due to the curve in the pectoral) with the pectoral part being 6 1/2″ wide and 2 ...