Pair of Mid-Century Modern Diz armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014), Brazil. Solid wood and curved plywood structure. The wood has been varnished to maintain its natural characteristics.
Age: 1960's
This is a really great Milk Glass Eagle on Basket Weave Base made by Westmoreland Glass. This Eagle has glass eyes and both the top and bottom are signed with WG. The Eagle covered dish measures 7 1/4 inches long X 5 1/2 inches across. Both the Eagle top and base are in very good condition with no chips or cracks. Be sure to search our other Westmorland Glass available. We guarantee items to be as described. THANK YOU.
Chinese landscape scroll painting, with accompanying calligraphy poem about different ways to escape the Summer heat, such as resting beneath a willow tree on the edge of the lake. Signed Huang Jun Bi (1898-1991), dated Summer of 1981. With three red chops.
Dimensions: 37" W x 84" H (entire scroll) 26.5" W x 53.5" H (artwork only)
Antique Chinese moss-agate lotus brush washer with leaves, pods and bud. Republic period (1950 - 1970).
Size: 2" H x 5.5" L x 4.5D
Smart and Modern sterling silver box. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover flat and hinged with slight overhang. Stylish Midcentury design. Box interior cedar lined and partitioned. Fully marked including maker’s stamp and pattern no. 23328. Very good condition.
Dimensions: H 2 x W 7 3/4 x D 3 5/8 in. Gross weight: 20 troy ounces. #BZ249
Indiana Glass Company made Lorain from 1929-32. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
Antique Bijar rug with nice colors including a light blue, 1920's.
Size: 51 1/2" wide x 77" long
There are many hopes expressed in this baby carrier: red cotton background fabric for the joy of having the baby, the yellow golden embroidered thread patterned in sun symbols and swirling lines throughout the carrier are the wind blowing the bees and pollen around the fields for a sucessfull harvest. Carrier is divided by a strip of very fine needlepoint for added strength...
These beautiful candlesticks were produced by the Consolidated Glass Company as part of the Martele line. Designed by Reuben Haley, the set was produced in the late 1920's. The pattern is called 'Iris', though it looks like wild roses to me.... The candlesticks are listed in the Consolidated catalog as the #2560 Low candlestick set. They stand approximately 4 inches high...
A set of five yunomi by Suzuki Osamu enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Kao no Aru Yunomi. Each cup has a small face on one side, pale glaze covering all but that smiling fellow and the foote. Each cup is 3 inches (8 cm) tall and in fine condition...
Tsuchiya Koitsu
Festival
Date: 1930s. First and only edition.
Size: Chuban. Approximately 10.0 x 7.25 inches.
Publisher: Takemura Hideo. Takemura seal at lower left. H. Takemura stamp on verso.
Koitsu's "Shinsei" seal at lower right.
Koitsu catalog no.: TK-TM-67.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent. Top back corners have some thinning.
Silver plate salver or footed tray, by Walker and Hall, British company making fine silver plate items since 1853.
Measures 11 3/4" in diameter, 1 1/2" high, sits on three ornate feet.
Border is edged with beading, the surface is engine turned, and center holds name of yacht in block letters.
The USS Siren was built in 1929 in Wilmington Delaware, but was not named the Siren until 1940 when it was commissioned into the US Navy as a minesweeper and patrol boat...
1950's Chinese Gilt Fuzhou Lacquered Wood Carved Kwan Yin Buddha
It is 16.2 inches (41.2 cm) tall by 5 inches (12.7 cm) wide. It is 4.4 Lb.
It has hairline cracks, peeling lacquer, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Chinese King Fisher Feather inlaid Lamp Finial, floral design, 1 7/8" high, 1" diameter for King Fisher Feather finial, the condition is good.
This Paul Breguette wrist watch has 6 rubies and 2 diamonds in a 14k rose gold case. This watch need some attention to the spring.
Please refer to the pictures for more information. We try very hard to provide you with good images to enable you to make an informed buying decision. This watch is sold as is.
Note that we try winding the movements and then state our observations....
Fostoria Chintz Ice Bucke,t with original metal handle, is 6-3/4" tall an in mint condition. Made from 1940-76.
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839-1892)
In the Moonlight Under the Trees a Beautiful Woman Comes (Getsumei Rinka Bijin Majiru)
No. 59 from the series "One Hundred Aspects of the Moon"
Date: 1888
Size: Oban...
Heavy weight solid Crystal square shape Inkwell, 1930's, 2 3/4" x 2 3/4" wide, 2 1/4" high, 1 1/2" diameter-top opening, in very good condition, I did not feel rough spots.
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Incredible Set of ANTIQUE Venetian Thin Soffiato Art Glass Hexagonal Liquor DECANTER Bottle Set with Original Tray!!! Each of the 4 Decanter has its own little Cap (or Shot Glass?). Also, they all have controlled bubbles. The tray has a lip on the rim so the pieces do not slide off. Also has a folded edge on the bottom, so it is raised from the ground...
Hiroshi Yoshida
Bamboo Wood
Date: 1939.
Size: Oban. Approximately 16.25 x 11 inches.
Signed and sealed in the image and lower margin.
Jizuri seal at upper left margin indicating self-printing by the artist.
Published by the artist.
Reference: Abe #229.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Margin has light toning and creasing.
- Depicts a scene in Saitama Prefecture.
This Tibetan wool sash measures 12.7 cm x 340.4 cm in length including the silky fringes. The tigma (cross) motif is an ancient good luck charm among Tibetans and here it is depicted in a discontinuous weft pattern design. These sashes are traditionally worn to secure the traditional Tibetan attire called a chuba. The high lustre of the wool is attributed to the high lanolin content of the goat wool in the high altitude regions of the Tibetan plateau...
Art nouveau bronze desk ends(set of 4), c.1905. This very heavy gauge desk accessory, each measures 4 3/8" by 3 1/4" by 3 1/4", and are each signed #"4120". Each will accept a blotter that will fit into the rimmed edge. There is a monogram on one tip only(see photo). Lovely art nouveau design.....$10 for insured USA shipping plus applicable NY sales tax.
It is brown speckled with green and brown bands in the "Skyline" shape. There are no chips, no cracks, and no repairs to this item. This item is in excellent condition.
This particular type of glass was quite limited because of WW11 when production was withdrawn and then reintroduce in 1953.
There are no chips, no cracks, no hairlines and no repairs to this item. This item is in excellent condition.
Ohara Koson
Bird in flight against a yellow sky, ivy leaves above
Size: O-tanzaku. Approximately 14.25 x 7.5 inches.
Date: ca. 1900s-23.
Bears Koson signature and seal.
Publisher: Daikokuya (69).
Reference: K35.12 in Crows, Cranes and Camellias: The Natural World of Ohara Koson (Reigle Newland).
Condition: Excellent.
Provenance: The Bedford, NY estate of Eleanor Jay and Arthur Iselin. Eleanor Jay was a descendant of United States founding father, John Jay...
This pretty depression glass amber Sharon, aka Cabbage Rose, Cup and Saucer were made by Federal Glass from 1935 to 1939. The Cup measures 4 Inches in diameter. The Saucer measures 5 7/8 Inches in diameter. Both Cup and Saucer are in very good condition with no chips or cracks. Be sure to search our other Sharon available. We guarantee all items to be as described. THANK YOU.
This is a beautiful blue and white medium size brush or joss stick stand. It is decorated with the character “shou” meaning long life in the centre, with two kui dragon with split tails to the left and right of “shou” character, and scrolling foliage all over. The sides is decorated with lotus flower and below it is a ruyi head amidst scrolling foliage. The blue and white brush or joss stick stand has a honorific Qianglong seal mark but is from the early 20th century...
BOJAGI
Traditional folk Korean patchwork hemp textile made from various scrap fabrics (white x lustrous beige) called Bojagi (Pojagi), mid 20th century, approx. 68 x 69cm (26.77 x 27.16in),
embodies the lifestyle and the story of the people who take good care of their possessions at that time. Some expected slight frays, discoloring, and small holes due to aging, but in beautiful vintage condition as is as seen.
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A finely painted famille rose dish depicting a misty landscaping. Mid-20th century. The original mark had been ground and a "Hong Kong" stamp was added. Other than this, the dish is in perfect condition. Diameter: 13".
Mutton Fat like Jade Carving of Guanyin , nice carving good condition unsigned. Size H 4.25" by 1.25"
Height: 4.8 cm (1.9 in)
Width: 4.3 cm (1.7 in)
Depth: 2.5 cm (1 in)
Japanese netsuke of a crying child in a seated position with a spilled bowl; natural material; signed on the base; good condition
Beautiful Set of 8 French Louis XVI Style Black Lacquer & Gilt Armchairs Chairs in stripped silk peau de soir fabric and custom slip covers
This lovely black trophy vase is by L. E. Smith from the 1930s. It features a large heart shape cameo with two women dancing with scarves. The rim is ruffled and it stands in a square foot. This ebony vase stands 7 1/8" tall and 4 1/2" across the ruffle rim; it is in excellent, unused condition. Insurance and confirmation are included in the price.
Handsome hand hammered copper and brass water or beverage pitcher designed and signed circa 1940's by Taxco, Mexico artist Hector Aguilar (1905-86). Pitcher measures 7" tall, 6" from spout to handle. The base measures 5 1/2" across. Excellent condition. No dents, dings or repairs. Beautiful unpolished patina. Fully hallmarked HA TAXCO 994 for copper content. This design is pictured on p. 2 of SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO by Penny Morrill. Aguilar designs are featured in the permanent 20th Century Me...
A large size Phagli mask , figuring the typical deity of Himachal Praddesh, likely a demon with sharp ears and frightful open mouth, one interesting point are the lines marked with red mineral pigment. Dark black oily patina, semi hard wood , obvious signs of great age at least early XXth, Height 34 cm, Wide 21 cm
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A Japanese green lacquered art deco flower stand. The middle area contains wooden pieces inlaid within the lacquer to create an interesting geometric pattern. Japanese art deco became popular during the early periods of the Showa and the post-war era of Japanese art. Age: Showa Period Size: Length 16" Width 11.25" Height 1"
Vintage Sterling Silver Chinese Place card Holders in the form of Chinese porters great detail especially in the things they are carrying . These work well as picture holders or business card holder on a desk.
Weight is 36g
There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
Beautiful example of SHowa Period C.1935 Japanese bronze craftsmanship. Two cranes in relief are flying in front of a Mt. Fuji also in relief against a patinated murashido mixed color finish. Great condition. With original paulownia wood box. 35cm tall and 8cm in diameter with wood stand. Ask for shipping quote.
Kawase Hasui (1883-1957)
Springtime Evening, Ote Gate (Otemon no Haru no Yugure)
Date: 1952.
Size: Oban. Approximately 15.5 x 10.5 inches.
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo.
Edition: First state. Watanabe red 6mm seal lower right corner. Used 1946-1957.
Reference: Hotei #573.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent. Removed from original folder.
Japanese "Kutani" Porcelain Dish, or Saucer, 4 3/4" diameter, 1" high, over glazed red and gold Mythetical Animals in 3 Cartouches, all highlighted in gold, 3 Red overglazed Fish under water between Coral and Seaweeds forest, surrounded with underglaze blue diaper design border, Peony tree flower branch in the center, red "Kutani" mark on the bottom in the center and Underglaze blue foliage design. the condition is good.
Paul Jacoulet
Le Mandarin Aux Lunettes, Mandchoukuo (The Mandarin with Glasses, Manchuria).
Date: May 22, 1950.
Size: Dai-oban. Approximately 19 x 14 inches.
Edition: 231/250.
Carver: Maeda, Printer: Uchikawa.
"Note the mica of the lenses, made by using crushed pink pearls." - Richard Miles, The Prints of Paul Jacoulet.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Slight fading. Toning on verso.
Kashigata, mold for making Japanese sweets, in the shape of a wasabi root. Carved wood, ca. early-mid 20th century. H.1.5"(3.75cm) x L.8.25"(21cm) x W.3.5"(8.75cm). Kashigata have long been in use for making molded sweets in Japan and many other parts of the world (especially Asia and Northern Europe.) In Japan, shapes often include felicitous or auspicious themes for luck, long life, wealth, etc. This one, shaped as a wasabi root, is unusual and interesting.
Old (1930's ) Japanese Wood Carved Netsuke with Erotica Couple Signed
It is 0.78 inch (2 cm) tall by 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) wide. It is 8.9 gram.
It has chips and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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This dress yoke from Bamiyan province measures 34.5 x 41 cm and is embroidered in fine cross stitch in pink, yellow, green and purple silk thread. Traditional Afghan dresses have a yoke under the neckline from which long panels of fabric flow. Sleeves are typically wide, and they wear matching cuffed pants underneath. The garments are decorated with embroidery at the yoke, the bottom of the sleeves, and the cuff of the pants. When a garment wears out they remove the embroidered areas and re-use ...
This is a 19th century Chinese shallow curved plate featuring a lively grouping of eight spotted blue and white horses, depicting a wedding story from Chinese mythology; unglazed footrim; greige coloration; a four-character mark on the underside; condition: several minor chips on the rim; SIZE: 5" diam.
A Musical Ensemble at Tang Dynasty Royal Liyuan Garden / Zhang Daqian (1899-1983)
Est: $60,000 - $80,000
Description
張大千唐宫按樂圖(含書法)設色水墨紙本立軸 1947年作 款識:太平天子無封事,長日深宫事游戲。自将新譜按宫商,一派笙箫起天際。明眸皓齿先相射,急管繁弦坐终夕。破费千金教復成,消磨一刻應須惜。争妍竞巧如相助,翻喜太真情不妬。妙耳疑阅蔡琰弦,重瞳屡作周郎頋。鼓...
A vintage hammered copper small pot, unmarked, likely circa first part of the 20th century, with interesting curved handle, and hand placed grommet. Measurements are 4" high not including handle, and about 5 1/4" across at widest. Not the famous Dirk van Erp of the San Francisco Bay area, but nevertheless and interesting piece. There is a dent along the bottom edge as shown.
A striking large Han-zutsu Shino bowl by Kato Kageaki with cotton buffer and silk bag enclosed in the original signed wooden box. Linear forms lie shadowlike below the thick pitted shino glaze burnt red on the edges, the body torn and cut creating a vivacious landscape for the senses. The bowl is 5-1/2 inches (14 cm) diameter, 3-1/2 inches (9 cm) tall and in perfect condition. It comes wrapped in a custom fitted silk bag with a central cotton tuft, showing the high esteem and value lavished o...
Silk obi with a grey-green background and gold thread cherry blossoms in honeycomb patterns. It features several images of two cranes with crossed beaks and wingtips touching, one with green, navy and orange feather and the other with yellow and blue feathers beside the branch of a pine tree and bright red, orange, and white flowers. Taisho period (1912-1925)
Size: 168" length, 12.75" width
An exceptionally early work in ink and watercolor by the familiar New Mexico artist PERCY TSISETE SANDY ("KAI SA"), 1918-1974. Measurements are 6 1/2" by 4 1/4" (11 3/4" by 9" simply framed). The subject is a traditional eagle dancer of the Hopi people in full costume. The work is signed at lower right "KA-SAH", ("Red Moon"), apparently an early signature; on the old original remaining backing is written in pencil "purchased on Mother & Daddy's honeymoon 7/41". In 1941 the artist would have ...
DESCRIPTION: An antique hand-painted ceremonial drum with vivid motifs of large flowers with curling green tendrils against a red ground. Both ends of the drum are covered in animal hide and secured with round-headed metal studs. This highly decorative drum makes a perfect little end table, or adds a touch of exotic to any décor. Very good condition with minor rubbing in spots. DIMENSIONS: 16 5/8” high (42.2 cm) x 15 5/8” diameter (39.6 cm).
Paul Jacoulet
Souvenirs d'Autrefois: Japon (Memories of the Past, Japan)
Date: 1941.
Print size: Approximately 6.25 x 4.25 inches.
Publisher: Self-published, from a series of surimono.
Reference: No. 78, The Prints of Paul Jacoulet (Miles).
Print is tipped along its top edge at the inside of an original Christmas card.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Lower margin has very faint matte line. Card has tape marks.
Chinese Silver Fu Lion Tea Set Marked, Early 20th Century
The teapot is 6.8 inches (17.5 cm) tall by 10.35 inches (26.5 cm) wide. The sugar is 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) tall by 5.8 inches (14.8 cm) wide. The creamer is 4 inches (10.1 cm) tall by 5.5 inches (14 cm) wide. They are 981 gram (34.6 oz).
They are in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks, except small dents at the teapot (as seen in the photos).
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2 Chinese brushes for traditional literati painting ; L: OL7-D :24 cms OL8-D:29 cms
Westmoreland English Hobnail Flat Sugar is 4" across, about 6.5 at the handles. Only have the sugar, sorry.
Japanese framed woodblock print of a nude woman sitting on blue robes, combing her hair. Signed Yoshitoshi Mori (1898-1992), dated 1977. Number 50/80 of its series. Red seal in corner.
Size: (entire frame) 25.75" height, 19.25" width (print only) 20" height, 13.75" width
This is a nice example of the ubiquitous "doga", embroidered talismans common to all the Turkic peoples of Central Asia. This amulet was made to protect the family from any evil influences from the world outside from affecting family health and harmony. This doga is from Bamiyan province, Afghanistan. Circa mid to late 20th century. Condition is overall good but there are some small sections of embroidery that are a little worn out. Cross stitch combines with satin and herringbone stitch to m...
19064552 A nice small example of Loetz “Astraea” pattern. The bulbous vase is 3 ½ inches tall, 2 ½ inches in diameter and has a polished pontil. The piece is unsigned.
Unusual Japanese obidome (sash ornament) made out of bamboo stem and carved in low relief with blooming prunus branch. Obidome is worn on an obi cord that holds the obi sash together, it is the only type of jewelry worn by Japanese women on formal occasions, and could serve as netsuke as well. Wonderful and clever use of material, beautiful finish and patina. Two metal fittings on the back for an obi cord. Signed EIKO and inscribed in hiragana EZO MURASAKI. Length 2 inches.