Super chic modernist French statement size laminated Lucite asymmetrical bangle bracelet in opaque green and transparent honey color, signed (illegibly) by the artist. 1980s. Round on the inside circumference and the walls are thicker at one side and taper on the other on the outside. Very well made and finished couture artisan piece with invisible laminating. 2 1/2 inches inside diameter on the thinner side and 2 3/4 inches inside diameter on the thicker side...
Japanese 20th-21st century ceramic vase by HAYASHI SHOTARO. The large vase has a bamboo design on each side. A member of the prestigious DENTOKOGEIKAI for years, Hayashi has exhibited at major exhibitions throughout Japan. Comes with TOMOBAKO, original artist signed wooden storage box. The vase measures 13 1/4" tall, 12" wide and 8 1/4" deep. (kunesu)
Modernist signed Yves Saint Laurent multi strand necklace with glass beads simulating hematite, with a very large square decorative hook clasp in matte
goldtone metal set with red translucent resin softly pointed stones simulating poured glass. The opposite end of the clasp terminates in a gunmetal element
which matches the beads. Marked YSL on the back of the clasp. Circa 1980...
Stunning very well made 1980s or 1990s unsigned couture bracelet in goldtone metal, black Lucite, and strass stones, with nautical links of the style used in
Gucci jewelry. Safety flip clasp. The metal links are made with decorative openwork backs. Unusual construction. Wearable length is 8 1/2 inches. 1 inch wide.
Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.
Fabulous Bottega Veneta large shoulder bag in finely woven very soft and flexible black natural straw or rope cord, with black leather trim and goldtone
hardware. Circa 1990 or later. Marked BOTTEGA VENETA MADE IN ITALY and with black glazed cotton lining. The strap has a stiched stationary decorative knot,
and can be extended to cross body length. Divided interior with magnetic close on one side and interior zip pocket. With signed dust bag (not pictured).
Guaranteed authentic...
Mashiko-ware yunomi (tea cup),new. This is a kata (mold) made yunomi, refered to in the local Mashiko dialect as a "mambo" yunomi. It has been a standard production item in Mashiko for many years. This cup features a Thickly applied white glaze over a black glaze resisted in a grass pattern. Volume=8 oz/220ml. H.3.5"(9cm)xDia.3"(7.75cm.) The town of Mashiko is located about 70 northwest of Tokyo, in Tochigi Prefecture...
20th century Yi Xing clay vase. A cylindrical shape with an embossed seal on the bottom and an enamel floral design. Good condition. H: 6 ½¡±
Miharu Hariko papier-mache doll of a Yakko, the lower rank samurai manservant who often ran in front of the samurai retinue carrying banners, trunks, etc. He carries a lantern with the name "Sagamiya" on it. Pairs with MH-16. Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, ca. 1991. H.7.75"(19.5cm) x W.3.125"(8cm.) excellent condition.
Miharu-machi (town) is located just NW of Koriyama City in central Fukushima Prefecture...
Hariko Ningyo (papier-mache folk doll). Height: 3". From Miyagi Prefecture, City of Sendai, this folk toy is an example of the tradition "Sendai Hariko". It is a rooster, one of the 12 animals of the Asian zodiac, and corresponds to the current year, 2005. It was made at the artisan studio of Takahashi Hashime, a long-time craftsman in Sendai...
Spectacular signed Oscar de la Renta heavy hinged bangle in cast antiqued goldtone metal with black enameling and clusters of light and dark aqua stones. Snap close. Marked with de la Renta's signature "O" initial. 1980s. Weighty and substantial. 1 1/8 inches wide and inside diameters are 2 3/8 and 2 1/4 inches. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.
Miharu Hariko, Papier-mache doll; Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, ca. 1987. H.9.5"(24cm) x W.6.5"(16.5cm.) Figure of Sugawara no Michizane; a politician, poet, and scholar (845-903.) Excellent condition.
The story of Michizane (Tenjin-sama) is well-known in Japan. He was a politician and scholar in the ancient Imperial capitol of Kyoto...
New 18K yellow gold flower clover turquoise pierced earrings with french backs. Turquoise color is a medium deep shade of turquoise, NOT a pale washed out shade! Hallmarked 750 on bottom of each earring. Width: 15mm (approx 5/8 inch) Length: 15mm (approx 5/18 inch) Total weight:6 grams New, never worn.
Authentic Marc Jacobs Clutch Bag made of dark dark navy blue Alligator skin authentic, NOT imprinted leather). Please look at photos, this is such a dark navy blue it looks like black in some of the photos but it's not, look at the sides and edges of the bag to see the true navy blue color, email me if questions! New, never carried, with tags (see photo). Lined on inside with navy blue leather on inside of front flap, rest of inside lined with ivory suede...
Miharu Hariko Papier-mache Doll; Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, ca...
Amazing fabulous necklace of nine strands of genuine carved emerald beads in smooth oblong shapes and smaller faceted saucer shapes, with a sterling slide clasp. Clasp is marked STERLING on both
ends. From an estate. Wearable length is 16 1/4 inches (inside strand). The outside strand is 19 inches long. About 2 inches wide. The large oval beads are 10mm by 7mm and the small beads are 5mm
in diameter and 2mm thick. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show de...
Miharu Hariko papier-mache doll of a Sumo Wrestler Daikoku, God of Wealth and one of the Seven Lucky Gods. Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, ca. 1991. H.5.25"(13.5cm) x W.3.75"(9.5cm.) Excellent condition. This is a rare image of Daikoku-sama in a fundoshi (loin cloth) as a Sumo Wrestler! It is a great example of the playful nature of Miharu Ningyo.
Miharu-machi (town) is located just NW of Koriyama City in central Fukushima Prefecture. They say the town’s name “mi’ (3) “haru” ...
Miharu Hariko papier-mache doll of "Daiko Uchi Onna" (Dancing Girl Holding Drum.) Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, ca. 2008. H.6.625"(17cm) x W.3.75"(10cm.) Excellent Condition.
Miharu-machi (town) is located just NW of Koriyama City in central Fukushima Prefecture. They say the town’s name “mi’ (3) “haru” (spring) comes from the fact that the three famous blossoms of spring; plum, peach, and cherry, bloom here in profusion. This colorful backdrop, along with a scenic rural s...
Miharu Hariko papier-mache doll of Daikoku, God of Wealth and one of the Seven Lucky Gods. Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, ca. 1999. H.5.125"(13cm) x W.7"(18cm.) Excellent Condition. Here, Daikoku stands with arms outstretched, his kimono dispaying a pattern of pines, camellia, & wisteria, and the sleeves seemingly flapping in the wind.
Miharu-machi (town) is located just NW of Koriyama City in central Fukushima Prefecture. They say the town’s name “mi’ (3) “haru” (spring) co...