Italian Midcentury Modern 800 silver box. Rectangular with straight sides and thumb rest. Cover flat and hinged with tab. Allover engine-turned curvilinear ornament in plain borders on sides and cover top. Box underside plain. Marked “800” and stamp (1944-68) for Florentine maker Bartolini Bartolozzi. Condition: Minor bung to upper left corner. Otherwise very good.
Dimensions: H 1 1/2 x W 7 1/8 x D 3 3/4 in. Weight: 9 troy ounces. #BW633
George V sterling silver ice bucket. Made by Charles & Richard Comyns in London in 1925. Urn with curved bottom and raised and inset foot. Leaf-wrapped s-scroll side handles with cherub cap in form of chubby-cheeked, curly haired boy. Cover raised with reeded and overhanging rim and leaf bud finial. Engraved Indo-Persian decoration with turbaned swordsmen amidst vegetation and birds. Ye Olde English porringer adapted to the exigencies of Roaring Twenties barware. Fully marked...
Colonial Revival sterling silver bowl. Made by Dominick & Haff in New York in 1940. Tapering sides, flared rim, curved bottom, and raised and inset foot. Traditional form with plenty of room for engraving. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, no. X1455, Reed & Barton date symbol, and phrase “Paul Revere / Reproduction”. Dominick & Haff was acquired by Reed & Barton in 1928. Very good condition.
Dimensions: H 4 7/8 x D 10 in. Weight: 28.8 troy ounces. #BX253
Imperial Cape Cod Single Candle sticks (pair) are both in mint condition. They are 5" tall.
Wild, art deco mizusashi ceramic tea utensil from the famed Hagi kiln area. 10" tall by 5 1/2" in diameter. Ask for shipping quote.
Chinese Gilt Silver Jadeite & Ruby Carved Bead Bracelet Marked "Silver"
It is 1.8 inches (4.63 cm) wide by 2.2 inches (5.6 cm) internal diameter. The ruby is 12.49mm wide. The jadeite is 11.62mm wide. It weighs 59.3 gram.
It is tarnished and has rubbing of gilt, and surface wears and scratches. The ruby has inclusions, cracks and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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H. 9 cm. Mid 20th century or a bit older.
For a similar spoon see the screenshot of the Van Rijn Archive.
Pair of pre-war Art Deco era side stands. Heavy, solid wood with burl wood overlay. Each stand has a drawer with an open display shelf just below. The lower portion of each stand makes an artful curve into another open shelf. Great condition with excellent burl wood figuring.
Provenance: Lee Caplin Estate
Age: 1920's
Dimensions: 31" high x 15" wide x 11" deep (each)
Bamana Sukun mask
First half 20th century.
Parts of the ears and a kind of horn on the forehead are missing.
Traces of polichromy.
Rare mask with great age!
Ex Swiss private collection.
H. 40 cm
Stand included.
A beautiful Café table with Hoffman label.
Josef Hoffmann
AUSTRIA (1870–1956)
By the year 1900, Vienna was becoming a center of activity for architects and designers like Josef Hoffmann...
A beautiful matched pair of German porcelain by Goldscheilder and artist Helen Deidloff, known for her beautiful work. The pair of figurines depicting Chinese Qing Dynasty children. Can be purchase separately both date from 1950s each measuring 14” tall and have a 4.25” square base
Joichi Hoshi (1911-1979)
Great Tree (Small)
Date: 1975.
Edition: 15/60.
Sheet Size: 9.25 x 6.5 inches.
Image size: 7.25 x 5 inches.
Signed, dated, and numbered by the artist in pencil.
Notes: Yellows, blues and greens in the tree with gold leaf metallics on silvery background. Frequently seen in unlimited edition, here is a rarely encountered numbered example.
Condition: Matte line in margin. Tape residue on back. Foxing in margin and on back.
Afghan carpet circa 1900-1910 in beautiful reds measuring 72” x 60”
Fostoria Chintz Dinner Plate 9.5". Six are available. All in mint condition. Pricing is per plate. When ordering, please indicate how many. TY
A beautiful set of Polish Royal Porcelain Dinnerware Service for Twelve Vintage consisting of the following:
11soup bowls
11 cups
13 saucers
12 fruit bowls
12 bread plates
12 platters
Coffee top
Tea pot
Cream and sugar
Set of three serving dishes
Vegetable covered bowl
This New Martinsville Red Crow's Foot 10" Vase was made in the late 1940's, early 1950's. It is in mint condition. Top opening is 6".
There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
Offered is a simply outstanding, extraordinarily scarce, 1920-1930s Art Deco era, ceiling-mount-hanging, drugstore show globe in impeccable condition!
The fancy and highly-stylized, Art Deco, aluminum frame cradles an equally highly-stylized, classically-ribbed, clear glass show globe and finial. If so desired, the show globe will hold colored-water as was the display fashion back "in-the-day"...
There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
A colorful orange and white bakelite dice holds a set of six chrome cocktail picks, each with a dice finial in this Art Deco set. The cocktail pick holder (“porte-piques”) was once a fixture of every French bar or café. Today, they can be used to spear cocktail olive or cherries, or to serve small hors d’oeuvres.
- Origin: France, ca. 1930
- Condition: excellent
- Dimensions: 1-1/2” x 1-1/2” x 3-3/4”
A Japanese Arita porcelain plate or dish of circular form raised on a low foot. Decorated in underglaze cobalt blue with a Kingfisher perched amid grasses and lotus fronds, the base has a running Fuku mark. In excellent condition, it measures 6 inches diameter and 1" high.
1930's Japanese Mixed Metal Samurai on Horse
He is 16 inches (40.6 cm) tall by 13.5 inches (34.3 cm) wide measured with stand. He is 13.7 inches (35 cm) tall by 15 inches (38.1 cm) wide measured without stand. He is 16.7 Lb.
He has flea bite chips and small chips at the edge of his sleeves. He is also missing hand held accessories, rubbing of gold and patina, and surface wears...
Chinese Yixing Zisha Pottery Teapot with Poem Signed & Marked
It is 5.7 inches (14.5cm) tall by 6.9 inches (17.5cm) wide. It weight 1 Lb.
It has surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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A framed lithograph entitled "Horse" by the artist, Kaiko Moti (1921-1989). Moti was born in Bombay, India. He studied at the Bombay School of Fine Art and spent time living and working in Paris. He is most famous for his images of horses. This lithograph is signed in pencil and numbered 15 of 100. Framed.
Age: mid 20th century
Dimensions of frame: 23" high x 28 3/4" wide
Two massive modernist clear glass solitaire vases from the 1950s, each with a large bubble. Designed by Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta, the Swedish glassworks. Both signed Kosta, LH for Lindstrand, 1496 and 1615 respectively (model numbers). Height "8 and 4 ¼ / 20 and 11 cm. Condition: fine, except for a few misty contours to the inside of both vases, near the top.
Semi antique blanket or sarong from the Stieng/Xtiêng ethnic group Vietnam. Over 60 years. Woven from all handspun cotton threads and is unusually large for a single panel. There is one ink stain and a small hole (see cover image- there is a stain on the right and further down and small hole). W: 100cm/39.8in and L: 185cm72in.
PIG-HANDLED RICE CAKE MOLD WITH FLOWER PATTERN
Traditional Korean wood carving mold for making rice cake, late 20th century, approx. 24 x 6.4 x H 10 (9.44 x 2.51 x 3.93in)...
This Palissy Ware center or serving piece has 3 clam styled bowls for serving condiments or food. They have a Jun Yao style of coloring of mottled blue and green with dabs of purple in the interior; outer walls are painted with ochre streaks. The body is encrusted with shells and bocage evoking colorful visions of the sea.
Underside is marked Made in Portugal 201A...
Offered is an 1854 edition of Dr. Calvin Cutter's instructional and educational book entitled "First Book of Anatomy, Physiology, and Hygiene, for GRAMMAR SCHOOLS and FAMILIES".
This difficult to find revised stereotyped edition, was published in Boston by the Benjamin B. Mussey and Co., the book having been originally published in 1852. It features 83 highly-detailed engraved illustrations and 191 information-packed pages...
This is an early 20th Century cloisonne smoking set. Set includes a hinged cigarette or cigar box, an ashtray, and a matchbox holder. Some minor damage, but still considered in good original condition. The cloisonné design is of a boat which is somewhat hard to find.
Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Hand Painted Plaque with Hawk & Calligraphy Signed
It is 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) long by 10.6 inches (27 cm) wide. It is 4.7 Lb.
It has dark spots, skip glaze, chips and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Japanese woodblock print entitled "Moon Over Kiyosume Garden" by the artist Kawase Hasui. Muted tones depict a tranquil lake. A yukimi-dōrō (stone lantern) stands on the edge of the water near a stand of dwarf pines. With black 6mm seal. Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo. Produced during the lifetime of the artist.
Age: 1944-1957
Dimensions: Paper size: 15 1/4" high x 10 1/4" wide
Japanese woodblock print entitled "Moon at Umagome" by the artist Kawase Hasui. From the series "Twenty Views of Tokyo". Tall pine trees frame a full moon through the mist. A farm house with thatched roof shines light from a single window. Rows of crops are illuminated blue in the night. With black 6mm seal. Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo. Produced during the lifetime of the artist.
Age: 1944-1957
Dimensions: Paper size: 15 1/4" high x 10 1/8" wide
Japanese woodblock print entitled "Kanetsuke Hall Bell Tower, Okayama" by the artist Kawase Hasui. The bell tower stands high above the other rooftops as the rain falls on the street below. I figure with an umbrella can be seen in the distance walking with an umbrella...
Lovely Seto ware chaire (tea caddy) made by Japanese Seto ceramist Kato Bakutai (1861-1943).
The mark of the artist is stamped at the bottom.
Kato Bakutai was a prominent potter who initially worked under Kato Shuntai (1802-1877) being responsible for revival of Seto ware techniques in Japan in the 19th century. He is also known to work with a variety of traditional pottery styles including Shino, Tenmoku, Mishima etc.
Seto pottery, dated as early as the 13th century,...
A lovely signed "Hand Made in Greece Ikaros Pottery B420" with a small 4 at the bottom. In excellent condition though the rim has a slight imperfection original to the piece that is not noticeable except to the touch. The piece measures 8" (h) x 7" (w).
The Ikaros factory was located in Rhodes,Greece and ceased production in 1988.
Fine vintage, unused (as new) elegant hand loomed men’s longyi, classic checkered pattern (reverse image on the back). I bought this in Mae Sai around 1988, W: 1.74m and L: 1.09m. Has a few minor stains but otherwise condition excellent. Free shipping via Hong Registered Airmail.
A cast iron beast, probably a tiger. The elongated shape of the animal, the size, the sagging of the back, suggest that it is a brush rest. There are a lot of modern cast iron copies, which may be the case here, but we can certify that this little tiger has been in the Sakura collection for at least forty years, which proves nothing.
Sculpture smal but powerfull.
Good condition.
Length: 85mm
The price is depending on the doubt.
Table with double trays serving as a double stand for precious objects,censers or vases. It is constructed from a hard precious wood that resembles rosewood. It is possible that it is Huang-Hualy, a specialist will be able to identify it. The construction is very neat, the joints are perfect, it is a beautiful work of cabinetmaking. I think it is a Chinese piece of furniture from the beginning of the 20th century.
Good condition, no restoration, beautiful patina.
545x245mm
A large sterling silver bowl from Atelier Borgila, Erik Fleming in Stockholm, Sweden. This was a 1941 Presentation Gift from General Motors Imports, inscription on bottom as shown. Measures about 5 1/2" tall, 7 1/2" across and weighs about 737 grams. Has decorative engraving on one side and a gold wash in the interior. Very good condition, does show a little wear and light scratches. In its original presentation box. Fine example of Scandinavian design from this workshop.
A sterling silver Blossom bowl from Georg Jensen in Copenhagen, Denmark. Measures about 8" by 5 5/8" by 2". Marked on bottom as shown. Beautifully crafted, fine vintage example.
Fostoria Glass Company made Versailles from 1928-30. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
Fostoria Glass Company made this American bowl in the 1950's. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
Duncan Miller Glass Company made Sanibel. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
THREE BLUE EMPTY BOTTLES
Aesthetic glass texture with impurities. Unintentional, distorted, and incomplete, as it is. Showa period, early-mid 20th century, Japan. approx. 16.3 x 6.8 x 4.5cm (6.41 x 2.67 x 1.77in).
In such natural condition as is, with coincidental dents due to uneven old manufacturing process in which look like cracks. More solid than it looks.
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1930's Chinese Famille Rose Celadon Planter
It is 5.2 inches (13.2 cm) tall by 6 inches (15.4 cm) wide. It weighs 2.4 Lb.
It has skip glaze and an old patch at the base (as seen in the photos).
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Being offered are a pair of circa 1963 .970 silver (better than sterling) candlesticks by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico. Candlesticks in an impressive multi paneled geometric design. Dimensions 2 1/2" high x 3" diameter. Marked. In excellent condition. Great Pineda gauge of silver!
Being offered are a pair of circa 1963 .970 silver (better than sterling) salt & pepper shakers by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico. Shakers in an impressive complicated multi paneled geometric design. Dimensions 2 1/2" high x 2 1/4" diameter. Marked. In excellent condition. Included in the UCLA Fowler Pineda museum exhibition.
Being offered is a circa 1950 sterling silver centerpiece bowl by Sanborns, of Mexico City, Mexico, entirely handwrought lobed bowl with embossed Aztec rose motifs; stylized handles; resting on a pedestal base. Dimensions: 12 1/2 inches x 8 inches x 3 inches. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Great weight 30 ozs.
Being offered is a circa 1955 sterling silver goblet by Sanborns, of Mexico City, Mexico. Entirely handwrought large goblet adorned with Aztec rose motifs on the cup and the raised fluted base. Dimensions: 7 1/2 inches high x 3 inches diameter. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Great heavy weight of a whopping 8 ozs.
Being offered are a rare circa 1956 pair of sterling silver and wood candlesticks by William Spratling, of Taxco, Mexico. Pair of handcrafted candlesticks with a modernistic, geometric inverted silver & carved wood conical form. Dimensions: 4 inches tall by 3 inches diameter. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Another example of Spratling’s brilliant design and construction.
Large Georgian-style sterling silver tray. Made by International in Meriden, Conn. Round with curved and tapering sides, and flat ogee piecrust rim. Fully marked including maker’s stamp and no. W36. Very good condition.
Dimensions: H 3/4 x D 14 1/4 in. Heavy weight: 32.5 troy ounces. #BW628
Man's silk juban (under kimono) with shibori design whose motif is shogi-no-koma (pieces of Japanese chess) with Chinese characters. It also has hand-painting with gold. In excellent condition. The first half of the 20th century. W:134cm L:131cm
Being offered is an exceptional and rare circa 1943 sterling silver pitcher by William Spratling, of Taxco, Mexico. Handwrought, bulbous form pitcher with a magnificent oversized carved wood handle; banded incised design on the neck. Dimensions: 7 1/2 inches tall by 6 inches diameter by 9 inches from handle to spout. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. (When you run your fingers over the body of the pitcher, you feel the handwrought work—truly exceptional.) Gr...
Being offered is a fine circa 1960 silverplate (plateado) pair of cups by Los Castillo, of Taxco, Mexico. Handwrought cups with a hammered finish; resting on natural stone and turquoise inlaid tapered bases. Dimensions: 5 inches tall by 2 3/4 inches diameter. Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition. A rare pair!
Being offered is a rare and charming circa 1950 sterling silver pitcher by Los Castillo of Taxco, Mexico. Handcrafted modernist form, perfect size for the bar or elsewhere, with a hand carved wooden handle. Dimensions: 7 inches tall by 4 1/2 inches diameter; 7 inches from handle to spout. No monogram. Marked as illustrated on the photo. In excellent condition. Great weight.
Being offered is a circa 1960 modernistic .930 silver (better than sterling) pair of candlesticks by Antonio Pineda of Taxco, Mexico. Handcrafted, heavy gauge silver candlesticks in a spiraled design. Dimensions 6 3/4" high x 8 1/2" x 7”. Marked. In excellent condition. Great weight!
Being offered are a rare circa 1945 pair of sterling silver salt & pepper shakers by William Spratling, of Taxco, Mexico. Handwrought silver shakers featuring unusual incised swirls and balls on the base. Dimensions: 3 inches tall by 1 1/2 inches diameter. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition. Great weight.
Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1950 married metals pitcher by Los Castillo of Taxco, Mexico. Handcrafted bulbous form featuring geometric motfis, with a curved handwrought handle.
Please see your copy of “William Spratling and the Mexican Silver Renaissance”, the 2002 exhibition at the San Antonio Museum of Art, curated by brilliant and renowned Penny Morrill. Turn to page 185 and see this pitcher, this eBay offering is Fig. 292, an example of line patterns pitchers, an “e...