Set of twelve Copeland's Spode porcelain dessert plates with pink glazed borders and floral bouquet centers (each plate is decorated with an individual floral arrangement). Pattern #4375. Made for retailer Tatman of Chicago, with date codes for 1927, and with one plate being a later replacement, bearing a date code for 1938 and signed by the artist P. Hall. Size: 9" diameter. Condition: excellent, except for a rim chip to the underside of the rim of one plate.

This wonderfully executed shell cameo brooch and pendant is from the 1920’s. The carving masterfully depicts the portrait of a young lady with an intricate hairstyle and floral accents. The shell measures 36 X 48 millimeters and the overall dimensions of the piece are 2” high and 1 5/8” wide...

Landscape painting of a Vermont village in winter by Robert Shaw Wesson (American, 1902-1967), oil on canvas board, signed lower right. Circa 1950s. Original artist's frame. Size: 18" x 24". Robert Shaw Wesson was born in Worcester, MA, and studied under Jay Hall Connaway. He is best known for his winter landscapes of New England. This is a particularly pleasing example of his art and is undoubtedly of a Vermont village.

"Drake's Well" by Vincent Maragliotti (Italian/American, 1888-1978). Signed lower right and dated 1976. Oil on artist board. Size: 22" x 24", and offered in a modern gilt frame. This unusual painting was commissioned for Pennsylvania's Bicentennial exhibition, celebrating its historical events. Edwin Drake drilled the world's first oil well in 1859, in Titusville, PA, thus creating the future of oil prospecting...

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An old jadeite bracelet of Qing Dynasty was unusually discovered from excavation.
Aside from other jadeite pieces which we usually see that in green or tri-colors, this jadeite bracelet was originally in pure white quality with least tissues observed.
During long time of burial the jadeite's surface was incursioned to a foggy but greasy-feel patina which was a phenomenon only the nephrite jade would yield...

Very large Ge Type celadon dish, unglaze base. Width=43 cm. Period : Myng Dinasty : Condition : restored on a chip to the rim

A pear-shaped Annamese vase, decorated with pair of bird among floral sprays. Condition with touched up to slight small chip to rim. Vietnamese 15th-16th century. High: 24 cm

Decorated with a scene depicting bird and flower, in the central and, around the flattened edge, with classic scroll. Width = 25 cm Period : Ming Dynasty, late 16th century.Condition : one crack on the rim (hard to view).

Decorated with a scene depicting phoenix, chrysanthemum and bamboo in the central and, around the cavetto with floral. Width = 23 cm Period : Ming Dynasty, late 16th century.. Condition : excellent, no chips, cracks, hairlines or restoration.

Blue and White Dish with flower on vase decoration on the interior and full floral scroll on the exterior. Width = 20.5 cm. Ming Dynasty. Condition : Excellent, no chips, cracks, hairlines or restoration.

The fly whisk, called a Camera, was used as a symbol of Buddhist enlightenment and power. The monks, sworn not to kill, could whisk away the fly without harming it. Hence, the whisk was carried as a symbol of faith.

This camera has an elegantly shaped wooden handle which is approx 12 inches long. The "whisk" end of the handle is covered with an intricately patterned braiding of silk cording of black, yellow and red...

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One decent painted jar was well molded in a grand look. By the straw glazed slip on the surface, the well maneuvered sketching motifs- the vibrant peony flowers and spread leaves were vividly rendered in a regular form around the straight wall.
From the freehand but strictly applied brushwork on the surface and the beige body clay revealed at the foot ring, the beautiful ware was authenticated as a piece from Cizhou kilns for sure -but a restricted one...

Decorated with a scene depicting deers and plants. Width = 21 cm Period : Ming Dynasty, late 16th century. Condition: Very good , no chips, hairlines or restoration, a fault firing on the back.

Decorated with birds and clouds. Width = 19 cm Period : Ming Dynasty, late 16th century. Condition : excellent, no chips, cracks, hairlines or restoration

SOLD, no price no info. Listed silversmith Romero. Essay era silver & copper discs SB earrings signed: HECHO EN MEXICO, ROMERO 925 TAXCO in a circle & assay mark #3 on lower silver discs and STERLING TAXCO on ear pads. Unpolished vintage condition. Good working turn wheels, 23 grams, 1 1/2". SOLD, no price, no info.

This precious Victorian Etruscan bracelet dates from the latter half of the 19th century. The piece is made up of textured and domed 14 karat gold rounds connected by flexible joints with balls on each end, making each link circular with the suggestion of a square. The central link is larger than the rest and features a star, in the center of which is set an approximately 0.25 carat old miner diamond. A safety chain complements the hidden catch...

Show off some arm candy with this 14 karat Victorian bracelet by the famous Unger Brothers. Known for their work in silver, the brothers started out working in gold. According to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, “Founded in 1872, the Newark, New Jersey, firm of Unger Brothers first established a trade in gold jewelry.” This bracelet dates to the earlier part of their career and is stamped with their characteristic intertwined UB hallmark...

A nicely carved natural amber pendant with one bat and leaf design. The bat represent longevity and happiness. The bat and happiness sound is in the Chinese language is similar - both pronounced Fu. Size: L. 2.4cm. Condition: No repairs, cracks or chips.

Description: An amiable wood carving was a most popular deity in Chinese tradition- Tu Di Gon, The Protector of the Earth. By a warm image, the old grandfather-like god who wearing an official robe sat easily in an armchair. Even though decayed in some way due to long time of age and was preserved with darken and enduring patina which as caused from centuries of worshiping, the wood figure was presented here in a unique aged form of beauty...

This six-pronged 14 karat white gold basket setting dates from the 1920’s. It delicately cradles a 0.96 carat old miner solitaire diamond. The stone is J color SI1 clarity and the band is engraved with a petite leaf pattern. Beautiful from every angle!

A true beauty, this delicate engagement ring dates from the 1910’s and serves as a bonny example of fine craftsmanship. An approximately 0.5 carat I color SI1 clarity old mine diamond solitaire sits tall in a finely worked, richly ornamented six pronged 14 karat gold basket setting. The ring is decorated with precious forget-me-nots around the band and a wheat or leaf-like pattern on the top and bottom.

Dramatic yet understated, this ring features a lovely EGL certified I color VS1 clarity emerald cut diamond set in platinum. Six single cut diamonds decorate the band, combining with the 1.88 carat weight of the center stone for an approximate 2 carat total weight. This delicate beauty is an original 1920’s Deco masterpiece.

Over 100 full cut pave diamonds run all along the setting and band of this contemporary classic. Set in 18 karat white gold, these petite stones form a circle around the real piece de resistance: a 1.05 carat EGL certified H color SI2 clarity brilliant cut diamond. The total carat weight comes in at 1.63. With its symmetry and sparkle, this Deco-inspired design has the feel of the glamorous Gatsby era.

Beautiful set of four classic Mustache back French leather club chairs. Rare to find four matching chairs! Originally circa 1940's, recovered in new leather. Dimensions: 38" deep, 32" high, 36" wide, 23" seat depth

From the same estate as the Antonio Pineda aventurine duck pendant and possibly made as a set with it, is this aventurine and 970 silver bracelet by Antonio Pineda. This design is not often seen and is beautiful in every way. It measures 6 1/2" around in the inside and is 3/4" wide. Weighing 64 grams, it is in fine original condition. There is no damage and there are no repairs. The stones are free of cracks or chips. The safety chain is original and the clasp is secure...

Description: A bronze daoist deity which known as Bi Xia Yuan Jun was splendidly rendered. By a detailed decoration, the bronze figure was applied with gold paint on the surface. Though in paint, the surface was reflected with enduring patina which was similar to the gilt ones. She was kept with perfect condition including an original cover at the bottom. Date: 18th century, Height: 18cm. Weight: 798g.

A Gasaku joint effort by Kyoto porcelain master Takahashi Dohachi V and Scholar artist Tomioka Tessai (1837-1924) dating from the late Meiji to Taisho period. Enigmatic Characters in cobalt strike firmly from the smooth alabaster surface. The bowl is 4-3/4 inches (12 cm) diameter, 3-1/2 inches (9 cm) tall and in perfect condition...

The ultimate in club chair style. Originally circa 1946, this pair has been recovered in new leather. We have a copy of the vintage brochure for this model & one of the chairs retains its original tag. This was the top of the line model; they called it "The Ambassador." Dimensions: 44" deep, 30" high, 34" wide, 25" seat depth.

Staffordshire pottery cottage bank, 19th century, with applied floral garland around door. Size: 4.5" ht. x 4.25" wide x 2.25" deep. Overall crazing to glaze, and a more pronounced craze line encircling one of the chimney bases, though it does not appear to be a crack. Some damage to two of the applied flowers surrounding the door.

This one is a beauty! Sweet little orphan club chair originally circa 1940's; partially restored with new leather. Dimensions: 38" deep, 32" high, 32" wide, 24" seat depth

A 10k yellow gold diamond tie tack or tie pin from the 1960s. This 7/16" x 1/4" man's tiepin or tie tack has a 2 point (size by gauge) genuine round brilliant cut diamond. It has a gold plated bulldog clasp and a t-bar and chain guard. It is stamped 10K with a maker's mark (also tested since the mark on the shaft is slightly worn, and diamond has been tested). It weighs 0.6 grams (without bulldog clasp) and it is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, lo...

Rare and beautiful sterling duck pendant with original chain by Antonio Pineda. The body of the duck is a cabachon aventurine and the eyes are black onyx. The head and tail are articulated. The 17" chain is original to the pendant as both ends of the clasp are too wide to come out of the bail. The pendant itself measures 1 3/4" with the bail and is 1" at the widest point. The stone is 3/4" long and 1/2" wide. Signed on the bail as shown, no additional signature on the chain. Total weight is 31 g...

Description: A decent bronze censer was cast in a simple form and by a great size of 15.2 in width(between loops) and 14.7cm in height. In a perfect condition, the bronze censer was inscribed with a date inscription of Da Ming Shuan De Nien Zhi(MADE IN SHUAN DE PERIOD OF GREAT MING DYNASTY) at the bottom. By further verification of the bronze quality, the characteristics of the inscription the enduring patina and the over all form of the censer, it was authenticated as a piece from early Qing pe...

A choker necklace of assorted carnelian, calcedony,agate beads from China. Some of these beads are over 2,000 years old. There are also two carved,good luck,ivory pieces. Size: Length 41.5cm.

Description: A Cizhou porcelain dog was handcrafted by the rural potter. Intriguingly molded in a simple form and adorned with iron mottles on the surface, the dog stands on his feet in a cute way. Probably a toy piece for the children of the tribes people, this small dog still can be a joyful addition in your collecting fantasy. Obvious crackles were yielded due to age. Date: Yuan Dynasty (13th Century), Length: 6.6cm, Condition: The glaze fret was original and was happened before firing.

Description: In a plain and rural form, a stone weight had a beautiful curve and was in a lovely size of 9cm in height. Easy to hold on and can be an ideal piece as a paper weight on your modern desk, the old stone piece would add more atmosphere in your room. Date: Qing Dynasty, Height: 9cm.

Beautiful pair of restored French club chairs; warm caramel glow; originally circa 1940's, fully recovered in new leather. Dimensions: 41" deep, 34" high, 39" wide; 24" seat depth

Classic square back French leather Club Chairs; originally circa 1940's; recovered in new leather. Dimensions: 38" deep, 33" high, 35" wide, 23" seat depth

Super stylish square back Deco pair of French leather club chairs. Originally circa 1940's; recovered in new leather. Dimensions: 37" deep, 31" high, 35" wide, 22" seat depth

A good large Yuan qingbai ewer with dragon shape handle and dragon head spout, the body decorate with flower motif, vase covered with bluish white glaze.
Good condition almost perfect, only with minor part of the rim damage / restored, and the handle re-attach no missing part. no cover.
Size: 23 cm height.

SOLD. Circa 1925 3" sleek sterling silver pin brooch with a Victorian enamel blue bird motif and signed with: Crown, T, Lion and Sterling for the Charles Thomae Co. of nearby Attleboro, MA. Old C catch. Please collect with confidence after reviewing the dozens of verified testimonials.

A Tang Changsha big bowl decorated with scroll and fire work motif in green and brown color covered with milky white glaze. bowl is from belitung shipwreck.
Good condition with degradation glaze on the rim, no chip, no crack, no restoration.
Size: 20.5 cm diameter

Description: An old bronze figure was nicely rendered in details. By a fine bronze material, the craftsman casted and depicted the daoist character in a very good skill. Wearing a gourd in the waist, the deity Lan Tsi-Ho who was one of the eight deities from a famous folklore blow his flute in an easy and casual mood. By a well preserved black patina, the bronze piece was in perfect condition when a later made Zitan stand was added as an adequate match. Date: Ming Dynasty(AD1368-1644 ),Height: 1...

Korean Choson dynasty front opening bandaji (storage chest) decorated with elaborate openwork brass hardware and the original fish-form lock. A large handle at the bottom is accented with three plates in the form of bats. The drop-front door opens to reveal a single small shelf in the interior. Late 19th century. Side carrying handles. 31”H x 33 ¼”W x 17”D. Very good overall condition with original finish. There are two fine hairline cracks on the top. The interior shelf is warpe...

This large powder horn would have been used by a Yi ethnic minority hunter in the hills of China's Sichuan Province. It was carved and shaped from 2 pieces of wood joined together. The surface was then decorated with traditional patterns using lacquer paint. The attached rings provided an attachment for a shoulder strap (missing) and the access hole has a bamboo stopper.

Command attention in these dramatic onyx and mother of pearl earrings. They measure 23 x 30 millimeters overall with an impressive 13 x 18 cabochon onyx in the center of each mother of pearl oval, all set in 14 kt gold. The posts on the reverse are made extra secure with omega backs to keep them fitting snugly.

Watch greenery turn gold with this stunning Tiffany pin: a beautiful flower captured in 18 Kt yellow gold, to be precise. Different textures in the petals and leaves create a multicolored effect as the light catches the gold in each part differently, though it is all the same rich yellow tone. The pin measures 2 ¼ inches in height and 1 3/8 inches across at the widest part of the flower, which is centered by an 11 x 9 millimeter oval cabochon turquoise. On the reverse, the piece is marked Tif...

This little stone packs a big punch! A .35 carat J color VS 2 clarity old mine diamond is set in a precious pierced work platinum top with four single cut stones tube set in little circles across the center of the ring. 10 more pave diamonds sparkle in the finely worked top, giving way to a delicately decorated platinum band. With .65 carats total weight in diamonds, this 1920’s stunner shines bright!

This delicate deco-inspired engagement ring begins with a beautifully designed platinum setting studded with ten single-cut diamonds. A .45 carat old mine center stone completes the picture and brings the total carat weight to .55. The H color VS2 clarity diamond is round, but the setting gives it a square look, lending the piece that characteristic deco edge.

For a real vintage feel, go for this lovely 1930’s 14 Kt white gold setting inlaid with two small diamonds on the shank. A 1.25 carat J color VS2 clarity old mine center stone completes the understated radiance of this piece, lending to a 1.50 carat total weight and a look of timeless elegance.

Limited edition serigraph print titled "Oriental Masterprint - 7" by Roger Shimomura (b. 1939) dated 1975. This is an original, pencil-signed, edition of 20. Paper size 19"V x 19"H (image: 15"V x 15"H). Full margins. Excellent condition. This image is illustrated on page 50 of "Roger Shimomura Delayed Reactions," Spencer Museum exhibition catalogue, 1995.

Description: A Lohan head was finely carved from a buff-tinted sandstone. By a downcast gazing look, the handsome Buddhist disciple was depicted neatly on the features. The slanted eyelids, the slightly bulged eyeballs, the slender and pointed nose, and the vivid and lightly closed mouth etc. all of them were rendered in a natural and vivid way. In a plain form without any decoration, the Lohan head piece was expressed with a serene atmosphere that the traditional Buddhist sculptures would own. ...

Clean and classic, this diamond solitaire engagement ring has been created in the simple Edwardian style that dates back to the turn of the 20th century. The 18 Kt yellow gold shank boasts a six-pronged platinum center that holds a .79 carat brilliant cut H color, I1 clarity diamond. This specific example likely comes from the 1960’s but reflects a tailored Edwardian elegance.

"Hits and Misses" by Paul Brown. Derrydale Press. 1935. Limited edition, number 665 of 950 signed copies with illustrations by the author of polo playing. Hard cover. Some toning to cover and pages. Size: 11 inches x 8.5 inches.

A Song dynasty qingbai / yingqing bowl with twin fish and weave motif at the center, at the inner wall cavetto there ribbing motif, crackled glaze, there is some thin metal remain used to be covering the rim. probably product of Hutian or Jingdezhen.
Bowl is in very good condition no damage, no chip, no crack, no restoration.
Size: 18.5 cm diameter

A rare 19th or early 20th century Malayan kris with an attractive pamir/pamor steel blade. The hilt has a (probably replacement) metal collar and a finely carved Garuda head in "kingfisher" form. The wood scabbard is decorated with engraved Straits Chinese style white metal bands depicting Buddhist emblems. There are old losses to the 'flared' top of the scabbard and the left 'ear' of the Garuda head is missing. Unusually there is no damage to the 'nose'. The old blade is in very good condition...

"Women at Market" by Haitian artist Alberoi Bazile. Oil on masonite in hand carved Haitian frame. Circa 1974. Painting size: 24.25" x 28". Excellent original condition. Alberoi Bazile was born in Jacmel, Haiti in 1920 and was brother to the more famous painter, Castera Bazile. Alberoi was a member of the Centre D'Art and became a full time artist in 1963. Colorful depictions of women at the market, carrying baskets of vegetables and fruit on their heads, was a popular subject of his.

Description: A lovely Jun tea bowl was molded in an elm bowl’s shape. With a slightly inverted rim, the bowl stands by its small circular foot ring which was unglazed. In an attractive purple splash at the cavetto, the bowl was applied on the surface with the blue sky glaze. Cracks and minute bubbles were spread under the glaze. Some deposits were left at the center of the foot ring. Date: Jin Dynasty(11th-12th Century), Width: 9.8cm.

Forget about the blues. And the old and the borrowed, for that matter. Bring something new to your special day with this contemporary 18kt white gold and diamond engagement ring. A striking 1.02 carat brilliant cut diamond is the piece de resistance in this classic modern setting. 58 smaller diamonds bring the total carat weight to 1.63; some of these full-cut beauties encircle the EGL certified H color, SI1 clarity center stone while others bring some sparkle to the ornamented shank.

Chiesa Santa Maria Della Salute

Oil on canvas, signed lower left and entitled on reverse.
Painting size: 24” x 18”
Frame size: 31” x 25”

American painter C. Myron Clark specialized in marine subjects and, like so many other artists, was drawn to Venice with its ongoing atmospheric shifts in the sky and sea. This work shows the church of Santa Maria della Salute, one of the city’s landmarks, at the end of the day. Clark captures the effects of the mellowing light whic...