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SALVADOR DALI "PARIS AND HELEN OF TROY" from the "Famous Love - Les Amours Celebres" Suite ORIGINAL INTAGLIO - Etching with Drypoint on BFK Rives Paper Hand Signed in Pencil by Salvador Dali Numbered I 591/1000, in Pencil, by author In accordance with "The Official Catalog of the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI", by Albert Field, page 73 (Photo #8) Valued at $8,000 by the "Print Price Guide to the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI, by Bruce Hochman, 13th Edition, Page 101 (Photo #9) Measures Approx: 15 3/4 X 10 3/4" (image) 26" X 18 1/2" (Frame) EXCELLENT CONDITION

This is a LARGE, very seldom seen, Buddhist Temple Ceremonial (Taiko) Drum with Stand. Taiko means that the drum is beaten with a mallet or drumstick. According to Japanese history: the first use of taiko was as a battlefield instrument; used to intimidate and scare the enemy –a use to which drums have been put in many cultures. In addition to the martial aspect, taiko has been used in the most refined cultural settings as well. Taiko were definitely used in the opening celebrations of the Todaiji Buddhist Temple in the sixth century and quickly incorporated into the Imperial court music. Certain taiko have gone on to become some of the most elegant and beautiful of all Japanese instruments. Taiko has continued to find a place in religious ceremonies, both Buddhist and Shinto. Some Buddhist sects use taiko to represent the voice of Buddha, and Bon dancing in summer is centered on Buddhist rites. It was used in village Shinto rites to offer up prayers to the Gods. In addition, the village festivals were celebrated with the sound of drumming. These festivals developed a rich body of traditional taiko rhythms, now a never-ending source of inspiration to modern players. The make a (Taiko) Drum, a skin a mounted on either side of a cylindrical trunk or wooden bucket. It is made to vibrate or emit sound The sound is fine tuned according to the diameter of the mounted skin and the length of the trunk. This (Taiko) drum is exactly as depicted by 鳴物 Narashimono, Percussion Instruments at Buddhist Temples. A graphic of this 18th/19th century document is shown in photo #11 and #12. The stand is inscribed on the right and left upright poles, and is dated Showa 38 (1964). Additionally, the drum is inscribed on its left side with an offering or a poem made by the family or group who donated the instrument to the temple. This Taiko Drum comes with a "no bo" or mallet that is original to the Drum, and with a traditional stand (photo #12) that has the following measurements: Tall: 41 inches Wide: 40 inches Weight: 28 lbs The Drum is 19 inches in Diameter and 8.5 inches in Depth. The skin is very tight and gives a deep reverberating sound. This rarely seen (outside of Japan) Taiko Drum is in excellent condition. NOTE: The stand has to be disassembled for shipping. The stand and drum require two large boxes for shipping

Finely carved Japanese Netsuke Depicting a Kappa laying on top of a Shell. According to Karl Schwartz, in his book 'Netsuke Subjects', Kappa is a Goblin who lived in rivers, having a body resembling a frog with a carapace like a turtle. Its head is similar to that of a Monkey with a cavity on top which must always be filled with water. It is mischievous and is often in love with young girls. This wonderful miniature sculpture was carved by Tadami Uno Yukimasa, who was born in 1914 in Gifu City Japan. He goes by the names Yukimasa, Masatomo, and Tomoichi in his carvings. This piece bears his Masatomo signature on the bottom of the shell, near the himotoshi. Netsuke measures two inches (5.1cm) wide, 1.62 inches (4.1cm) deep, and 1.07 inches (2.7cm) tall. It is in excellent condition.

This is a wonderful Netsuke Set depicting Kiyohime, the Dragon Witch, holding the Dojoji Bell, right next to her beloved Anchin. According to Japanese legend, Kiyohime the daughter of an innkeeper, fell in love with the pilgrim Anchin, but was rejected by him. The enraged Kiyohime turned herself into a dragon witch who went to the Dojoji temple to look for Anchin who had hidden under a huge bell. In this set, Anchin can be inserted into the bell, where he fits exactly, Photo number 3. This wonderful set was carved by the Contemporary carver Yoshio Sekisawa, who signs the name Hodo on his works. Netsuke measures 1.25 inches (3.2cm) in diameter, and 2.07 inches (5.3cm) tall. Anchin measures 0.66 inches (1.7cm) in diameter, and 0.96 inches (2.4cm) tall). Both pieces are held together by a cord that is tied in the middle with two small ojime. The set is in excellent condition.

This an excellent hand-carved contemporary netsuke of a standing Hotei carrying his bag over his right shoulder. In his left hand he holds a Ruyi Scepter. Signed Shodo on a rectangular reserve on the bottom of the netsuke. SHODO, the Go name of Hiroshi Asaoka, born in Tokyo in the year 1923 was a master of intricate detailed carvings, and quiet, serene designs, who studied under Shomin. Netsuke measures 1.40 inches (3.5cm) in diameter, and 2.0 inches (5.ocm) tall. It is in outstanding condition.

SALVADOR DALI

"PARADISE 24"

from the series "The Divine Comedy"

ORIGINAL INDIVIDUAL MAT-SLEEVE COLOR WOOD ENGRAVING ON BFK RIVES PAPER with 'Les heures claires" Watermark

Hand-Signed in Blue Pencil by Salvador Dali

Numbered 150/150, in Blue Pencil, by the author

In accordance with The Official Catalog of Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI, by Albert Field, page 189

Valued at $6,500, in accordance with the "Print Price Guide to the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI, by Bruce Hochman, 13th Edition, page 14

Image Measures Approx: 9, 3/4" X 7"

Golden Frame (with Glass) Measures: 17, 1/2" X 14, 3/4"

EXCELLENT CONDITION Image with intact numbers and signature

*****NOTE: THIS IS AN ORIGINAL HAND-SIGNED, HAND-NUMBERED (IN BLUE PENCIL - as shown in the Official Catalog of Graphic Works of Salvador Dali), WOOD ENGRAVING BY THE AUTHOR, SALVADOR DALI. ALL VERSIONS OF THIS WORK THAT ARE BEING OFFERED FOR SALE ON EBAY, ALTHOUGH THEY HAVE COA'S, NONE ARE HAND-SIGNED NOR HAND-NUMBERED LIKE THIS ONE, AND ALL OF THEM ARE COPIES MADE FROM AN ORIGINAL WOOD ENGRAVING LIKE THIS ONE.*****

SALVADOR DALI "CARING FOR A SURREALIST WATCH" from the "Memories of Surrealism" Suite ORIGINAL INTAGLIO - Photoliths of Original Goaches with Collage on Arches Paper In accordance with "The Official Catalog of the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI", by Albert Field, page 68 (Photo #11) Hand Signed in Pencil by Salvador Dali Numbered: F 143/175, in Pencil, by author The information provided here is taken from the Official Catalog of Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI is given for the purpose of confirming the authenticity of this piece. This confirmation, as described here, and as shown in the cited photos, serve the same purposes as a certificate of authenticity. In accordance with "The Official Catalog of the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI", by Albert Field, page 69 (Photo #10) Valued at $17,000 by the "Print Price Guide to the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI, by Bruce Hochman, 13th Edition, Page 82 (Photo #12) Previously owned by Stacie Allison Segal, Boca Raton, Fl (Photo #9) Measures Approx: 24" X 14 1/2" (image) 32" X 25 1/2" (Frame, with Glass) EXCELLENT CONDITION

SALVADOR DALI, "PURGATORY 22", from the series "The Divine Comedy" ORIGINAL INDIVIDUAL MAT-SLEEVE COLOR WOOD ENGRAVING ON BFK RIVES PAPER with 'Les heures claires" Watermark Hand-Signed in Purple Pencil by Salvador Dali Numbered 150/150, in Purple Pencil, by the author The following information taken from the Official Catalog of Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI is given for the purpose of confirming the authenticity of this piece. This confirmation, as described here, and as shown in the cited photos, serve the same purposes as a certificate of authenticity. In accordance with The Official Catalog of Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI, by Albert Field, page 196 (Photo #7) Image from book (photo #9) Valued at $6,500, in accordance with the "Print Price Guide to the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI, by Bruce Hochman, 13th Edition, page 14 Price Reference (Photo #8) Image Measures Approx: 9, 3/4" X 7" Golden Frame (with Glass) Measures: 17, 1/2" X 14, 3/4" EXCELLENT CONDITION Image with fading numbers and signature *****NOTE: THIS IS AN ORIGINAL HAND-SIGNED, HAND-NUMBERED (IN BLUE PENCIL - as shown in the Official Catalog of Graphic Works of Salvador Dali), WOOD ENGRAVING BY THE AUTHOR, SALVADOR DALI. ALL VERSIONS OF THIS WORK THAT ARE BEING OFFERED FOR SALE ON EBAY, ALTHOUGH THEY HAVE COA'S, NONE ARE HAND-SIGNED NOR HAND-NUMBERED LIKE THIS ONE, AND ALL OF THEM ARE COPIES MADE FROM AN ORIGINAL WOOD ENGRAVING LIKE THIS ONE.*****

SALVADOR DALI, "PURGATORY 22", from the series "The Divine Comedy" ORIGINAL INDIVIDUAL MAT-SLEEVE COLOR WOOD ENGRAVING ON BFK RIVES PAPER with 'Les heures claires" Watermark Hand-Signed in Purple Pencil by Salvador Dali Numbered 150/150, in Purple Pencil, by the author The following information taken from the Official Catalog of Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI is given for the purpose of confirming the authenticity of this piece. The confirmation of the authenticity of this piece, as described here, and as shown in the cited photos, serve the same purposes as a certificate of authenticity. In accordance with The Official Catalog of Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI, by Albert Field, page 196 (Photo #8) Image from book (photo #10) Valued at $6,500, in accordance with the "Print Price Guide to the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI, by Bruce Hochman, 13th Edition, page 14 Price Reference (Photo #9) Image Measures Approx: 9, 3/4" X 7" Golden Frame (with Glass) Measures: 17, 1/2" X 14, 3/4" EXCELLENT CONDITION Image with vanishing numbers and signature *****NOTE: THIS IS AN ORIGINAL HAND-SIGNED, HAND-NUMBERED (IN BLUE PENCIL - as shown in the Official Catalog of Graphic Works of Salvador Dali), WOOD ENGRAVING BY THE AUTHOR, SALVADOR DALI. ALL VERSIONS OF THIS WORK THAT ARE BEING OFFERED FOR SALE ON EBAY, ALTHOUGH THEY HAVE COA'S, NONE ARE HAND-SIGNED NOR HAND-NUMBERED LIKE THIS ONE, AND ALL OF THEM ARE COPIES MADE FROM AN ORIGINAL WOOD ENGRAVING LIKE THIS ONE.*****

This is one of the original works of Tokisada Nakamura, who signs as Masatoshi in this miniature sculpture that depicts Oni, the little demon, crossing a river in the company of a Man and a Woman. The Oni is carrying a skull ended mast, and he is holding on to the woman's arm. The man is carrying, over his left shoulder, a large Mokugyo and a couple of giant lotus flowers. He is picking up his robe to prevent it from getting wet. The base where the three chracters stand has a hole in the middle that serves as chimney himotoshi. Very detailed carving that is signed Masatoshi on the bottom, right next to the cord hole. Masatoshi was born in 1915 in Tokyo, He descended from a long line of carvers of Buddhist images. He is famous for his intricate, detailed carvings. He was a favorite of Raymnond Bushell, the re-known netsuke author. Netsuke measures 0.75 inches (1.9cm) wide, 1.58 inches (4.0cm) long, and 0.94 inches (2.4cm) tall. It is in excellent preserved condition.

This is an original WWII US ARMY AIR CORP A-2 FLIGHT JACKET, size 38, worn by C. E. STRIKE. Name written on a leather tag right below its Chinese Version of his name, also written on a leather tag. A Theater made 22nd Bomb Squadron, 10th Army Air Force Patch, right below the name tags, is a 4 ½ in diameter cotton patch embroidered on twill. There is a China Blood Chit sewn inside the right front of the jacket creating a large deep pocket, which is very fragile, because of its age. On the opposite side there 12”X8” Silk United States Flag, which is in distressed condition, but that appears to have been glued to the jacket to prevent further damage to it. Very unique features rarely found on A-2 flight jackets of its time. The inside of the jacket has the original manufacturer label that specifies the company that made the jacket: J. A. Dubow and Co. Chicago, ILL., Drawing No. 40-415, Order N9W535 A. C. 27798 Contract that called for the manufacture of 10,000 of these jackets on 26 December 1941.

The Jacket is in excellent condition for its age. It shows gently handled wear. It is very well preserved with all its leather in intact condition, with the exception of a rip the top of its collar. The back of the jacket features a stencil painted name " Strike ". The leather is still soft on its body with a little stiffer sleeves with a perfect brown patinated color. Strong stitching. Twik zipper with two areas of missing teeth, two on the bottom and three about three inches from the bottom. The lining is in excellent condition all throughout. great condition with the exception of a couple of rips in the neck area. The original waistband is whole, with a few holes and a small tear on front left side. Its wright cuff is whole with an area o shredding on its inner side. Its left cuff it is also whole with a one-inch tear.

Overall, this is an excellent example of WWII fighter pilot A-2 leather jacket that will stand out in your WWII display, but, that is also in wearable condition.

This is an original WWII US ARMY AIR CORP A-2 FLIGHT JACKET, size 38, worn by a service man with the name of Duke (this name is stenciled in the place where a name tag would be, on the left side of the jacket. The jacket does not have any patches that would tell us the unit from the Army Air Corp that ‘Duke’ was assigned to during the war. The inside of the jacket has the original manufacturer label that specifies A.C. Contract Order No. W33-038 AC-1755 (11631), that according to US Army Corps records and the label was assigned to J. A. Dubow Mfg. Co., Chicago, ILL. This particular Dec-43 contract was for the manufacture of 35,000 A-2 Flight Jackets.

The Jacket is in excellent condition for its age. It shows some wear (small loss of color) mostly on the outside edge of its right sleeve…the jacket probably rubbed off against the wall of a closet for a long time. The material (leather), however, is in excellent condition, without any rips, tears or stains. The leather is still soft on the body of the jacket, and a little stiffer on its sleeves, with a uniform brown patinated color. Strong stitching. Talon zipper in good working order. The lining is also in excellent condition, without any rips or tears that are common on jackets of this time period. The waistband is also in very good condition, with just a couple of small holes on the front left side of the jacket. The right sleeve cuff is in excellent condition. The left sleeve cuff, however, is damaged with some rips and tears.

Overall, with the exception of the left cuff, the jacket, overall, is in excellent condition, and a great example of WWII fighter pilot A-2 leather jacket that will stand out in your WWII display, but, that is also in wearable condition.

A Gorgeous Pair of of Royal Worcester Dorothy Doughty Birds, Indigo Buntings and Blackberry, 8 1/2 -Inch - Edition completed in 1941, as shown in Plate 10 (see photos #7 & 8) of the Limited edition (1500 copies) of the book ' The American Birds of Dorothy Doughty, by George Savage.

Excellently preserved original condition.

Dorothy Doughty

Dorothy Doughty was born in San Remo, Italy in 1892. Her father was the explorer and poet, Charles Doughty. Dorothy studied at Eastbourne School of Art and became a keen naturalist and ornithologist. In 1933 the American publisher, Alex Dickens, encouraged Royal Worcester to make large, bone china models of birds to sell in limited numbers.

Dorothy Doughty designed a series of birds for the American market working from the studio in Cornwall, which she shared with her sister, Freda. Dorothy had never worked in clay before, but was determined to make the birds as life-like as possible.

Thirty-six pairs and three individual models of American Birds were designed between 1933 and 1960. A full account of the production of the birds is given in the book by George Savage, The American Birds of Dorothy Doughty, which was published by Royal Worcester as a limited edition of 1500 copies in 1962.

This is a wonderfully hand-carved netsuke depicting Bakemono "Unreal Thing or Goblin" with a Rokuro-Kubi (whirling Neck), in other words a Goblin creature with an expanding neck like the spring of 'Jack-in-the-box", that, according to legend, twists its head around and leers in the faces of sleepers. The creature is standing on one foot and appears to be praying. Amber Double inlaid eyes. Unsigned, but attributed to the 20th century Japanese artist Koraku. Netsuke measures 1.12 inches (2.8cm) wide, and 3.0 inches (7.6cm) tall.

This is a beautiful and colorful Table Screen with a Circular Famille Rose Porcelain Plaque. It is placed on a dark rosewood Stand decorated with openwork design of floral and foliage scrolls. The plaque depicts a detailed and colorful enameled painted scene of Birds and Flowers. Artist signed. The table screen measures 22 inches (57cm) tall, and 15 inches (38cm) wide. The round porcelain plaque measures 11 inches (30,5cm) in diameter. The wooden stand, plaque frame, and porcelain plaque are all in excellent preserved condition About Us:

This is an original, complete WWII US ARMY AIR CORPS A-2 FLIGHT JACKET, size 40, in an incredible preserved condition, worn by LT C. B. MC CULLOUGH (his name written on the leather name tag right above the SQUADRON patch) [FROM THE 449TH BOMBARDMENT GROUP] on the left chest side of the jacket. The left arm sleeve exhibits the patch of the 15th Air Forces. The right arm sleeve has a patch with the colors of the US Flag attached, and the shoulders show the rank insignia patches of a First Lieutenant of the US Army Air Corps. The inside of the jacket has the original manufacturer label that specifies A.A. F. contract No. W535-AC-27753, that, according to US Army Corps records, was assigned to THE CABLE RAINCOAT CO., on 29-APR-42. This particular contract was for the manufacture of 50,000 A-2 Flight Jackets. The Cable Raincoat Co. name was never written on the labels of the jackets they manufactured.

The Jacket is in excellent preserved condition, without any stains, rips or holes, inside and out. One of the best condition A-2 Leather Flight Jackets that I have seen. The leather is still soft on the entire jacket, with a perfect brown patinated color. Strong stitching. Crown zipper in good working order. Leather is in excellent condition throughout. The light brown colored lining is also in excellent condition all over. The original waistband is in excellent condition as well. The left hand cuff has a couple of minor pulls and snags, but the right hand cuff is in perfectly preserved condition.

Overall, this is an outstanding example of WWII fighter pilot A-2 leather jacket that will stand out in your WWII display, but, that is also in wearable condition.

This is an original WWII US ARMY AIR CORPS A-2 FLIGHT JACKET, size 40, worn by K. E. Holmes (his name written on the leather name tag right above the 9TH FIGHTER SQUADRON patch on the left side of the jacket. The 9th Fighter Squadron belonged to the 49TH FIGHTER GROUP, 5TH US AIR FORCE. The inside of the jacket has the original manufacturer label that specifies A.A. F. contract No. W535-AC-27753, that, according to US Army Corps records, was assigned to THE CABLE RAINCOAT CO., on 29-APR-42. This particular contract was for the manufacture of 50,000 A-2 Flight Jackets. The Cable Raincoat Co. name was never written on the labels of the jackets they manufactured.

The Jacket is in excellent condition for its age. It shows gently handled wear. It is better preserved that most samples that I have seen. The leather is still soft on the body of the jacket, and a little stiffer on its sleeves, with a perfect brown patinated color. Strong stitching. Conmar zipper in good working order. Leather is in excellent condition throughout, with the exception of a couple of tiny punctured, but unopened areas on the right sleeve, and a couple of small punctured (although uncut) areas on the left sleeve. The lining is in great condition with the exception of a couple of rips in the neck area. The original waistband is in good condition, as well as the cuffs that have a couple of pulls and snags, and an open area on the edge of the right sleeve. An original WWII US Army Corps 9th Fighter Squadron uniform patch is also included. See photo #6.

Overall, this is an excellent example of WWII fighter pilot A-2 leather jacket that will stand out in your WWII display, but, that is also in wearable condition.

This is a super-clean, excellent example of an Imperial Japan, Military, Type Gunto 1943, or better known as Type 3. It dates back to Word War II, when it was developed as an improvement over the Type 98 sword. It is mounted on a beautiful, heavy, very clean blade, in excellent condition, with a cutting edge that measures 27 inches. It displays a straight hamon and it is very sharp. The tang has two holes to strengthen the grip of the sword, and it is stamped with Kanji characters on both sides of the nakago to record the name of its swordsmith (I can't make out what it says - see photos #4 & 5), and some arsenal markings painted in white on the left side. The Tsuka is covered with ray skin and fitted with very tight wrappings. It has a simple iron tsuba, and a couple of seppa. The locking mechanism works well. The iron scabbard is also in excellent condition with about 95 percent of its original arsenal olive green paint, without any dings or dents, and only a few stains from use.

Blade Length (Cutting Edge): 27 inches

Full length (with mountings): 39 inches

Motokasane: 7.62mm

Weight (Blade only): 850 grams (1lb 14oz)