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This is a spectacular, breathtaking, one-of-a-kind, Matching, High Quality Diamond and Ruby, Italian designed, Four-Piece (Pendant Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring) set made with solid 0.750-pure, 18K Solid Yellow Gold.

All pieces: Necklace, Bracelet, Earrings, and Ring have been designed with Full Brilliant Cut Matching Diamonds, and High Quality Marquise-cut High Quality Rubies, in a unique and impressive set.

The set has approximately 2.5 Carats of Extra-Clean Diamonds, and 4 Carats of High Quality Rubies.

The set was formally appraised in the year 2010 at $14,565.00, by a GIA Certified Graduate Gemologist. Its current market value is $24,800 (February 2023)

Necklace

Pendant: Interlocking, Centerpiece Leave Design with Diamonds and Red Ruby Clusters

Diamonds: 47 Full-cut Brilliant Diamonds

Diamond Weight: 0,80 Carat

Diamond Color: F to G (Clear)

Diamond Clarity: VVS1 to VVS2

Rubies: 13 Marquise-cut, High Quality Rubies; Total Weight: 1.50 Carat

Metal: 18K Yellow Gold

Chain: C-Link with box clasp closure, 17-inch total length

Bracelet

Interlocking Leaves with Journey Center Diamonds and Ruby Clusters

Diamonds: 23 Full-cut Brilliant Diamonds

Diamond Weight: 0.64 Carat

Diamond Color: F to G (Clear)

Diamond Clarity: VVS1 to VVS2

Rubies: 13 Marquise-cut, High Quality Rubies; Total Weight: 0.96 Carat

Metal: 18K Yellow Gold

Bracelet Details: Double C-Link Chains with box clasp closures, total length: 6 inches

Earrings

Leave Design with Center Diamonds and Topping Rubies

Diamonds: 26 Full-cut Brilliant Diamonds

Diamond Weight: 0.76 Carat

Diamond Color: F to G (Clear)

Diamond Clarity: VVS1 to VVS2

Rubies: 4 Marquise-cut, High Quality Rubies; Total Weight: 0.64 Carat

Metal: 18K Yellow Gold

Earrings have Posts and Friction Backs

Ring

Center Rubies with Danglind Heart and Diamonds

Diamonds: 15 Full-cut Brilliant Diamonds

Diamond Weight: 0.30 Carat

Diamond Color: F to G (Clear)

Diamond Clarity: VVS1 to VVS2

Rubies: 8 Emerald-cut, High Quality Rubies; Total Weight: 0.80 Carat

Metal: 18K Yellow Gold

Ring Size: 7.5 US (U:55) - 17.5mm

As described by the American Art Association in their 1924 Catalog: "Vigorously modeled in conventional forms, seated in haunches, on flat multilinear pedestals with curved feet and cusped fringe. They represent the mythical lions, called "dogs of Foo", the guardians of Buddhist temples and images. Both with open mouths, coats of waved lines and spreading tails. The male has right forepaw resting on ball of brocade and the female has left forepaw on a playful cub. Soft "pipe clay" pottery, covered with a thin glaze of light bronze-green of malachite color with mottlings of earthy green, giving a remarkable re-semblance to a very ancient bronze." PROVENANCE: Used to belong to A. W. Bahr and were part of his Chinese Art Collection during the early 20th century. They were purchased at an American Art Association Auction, in New York, in 1916, to become part of the Kano Oshima Collection. They were sold at another American Art Association Auction, in New York, in 1924. (lot 745) to an unknown collector. Photo #11 - from the American Art Association catalog for the 1924 auction. A single similar Foo Dog sold at auction at Sotheby's Hong Kong for 302,400 HKD (USD$38,682) on 17 December 2022 (Photo #12) The pair represent classic male and female lions which were used by the Chinese as symbols of protection for a home or workplace. During the Ming and Qing, and earlier Dynasties the pair are found as depicted here, with the female lion holding or caressing a cub, representing the cycle of life. The male lion is shown with its right paw over an 'embroidery ball', carved in a geometric pattern, representing supremacy over the world. Traditionally, the female lion is seen as protector of home occupants, while the male lion protects the structure of the house. The statues are in excellent preserved condition, with no chips or repairs. They are heavily patinated, and show some slight wear. MEASUREMENTS Height: 9.5 inches (24cm) Width: 4.0 inches (10cm) at the lions' paws Length: 6.0 inches (15.2cm)

This is an Exceptionally carved Zitan Wood Ruyi Scepter with Pheaant Jade Plaques - Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) A Zitan hardwood Ruyi Scepter with Pheasant Jade Plaques, a common theme of the Ming Dynasty. The curving hardwood Scepter, like Zitan, of a medium wood color, separates the sea-foam white to light green Pheasant Jade Plaques at the middle, tail and head, all reticulated in the Ming period style to depict birds within an intricate mesh of multi-layered floral tendrils. Excellently preserved original condition. Length: 35cm (14 inches) Width of largest plaque: 2 inches The Pheasant Plaques on this Ruyi Scepter are exactly as the Ming Period Pheasant Jade Plaques sold at Zacke Galleries on 15 October 2021 (photos 9 and 10) This scepter is very similar to a Ming Period Ruyi Scepter sold at Christies in March 2014 (photo #11) for $32,500

This is a superbly Hand-carved EDO Period Boxwood Netsuke depicting a Mother, holding a trumpet in her right hand, and carrying a child on her back. The artist, on this netsuke, seems to have wanted to be unique by having the woman adopt a pose and portray a character that is normally associated with a male foreigner, such as her holding of a trumpet, which is uncharacteristic of a common Japanese woman . It is an outstanding piece representative of Tametaka, whose work, according to George Lazarnick, is "striking for its originality of design, strong character and individual treatment; full of spirit and power". Tametaka, according to George Lazarnick in his book 'Netsuke and Inro Artists and How to Read their Signatures, is the earliest known netsuke carver of Nagoya, the only one mentioned in the Soken Kisho. Founder of the Nagoya School, and of the uki-bori, or relief carving technique associated with that school '. This is the only depiction of a common Japanese woman (as compared to a female Japanese legend character) made by Tametaka, according to Fuld's Netsuke and Ojime Index. Signed Minamoto Tametaka, thought to be the same as Tametaka I, in an inlaid natural material tablet, as mentioned and illustrated by George Lazarnick, in his signature book, page 1077. This is the only inlaid work known to have been done by Tametaka, according to George Lazarnick. This awesome miniature sculpture measures 1.28 inches (3.2cm) wide, and three inches tall (7.6cm), and its in excellent preserved condition (for a 200 year-old netsuke), as shown in the attached photos. NOTE: Most Tametaka netsuke have sold for $12,000 or more by major auction houses, such as Christies and Bonhams. The netsuke shown in photo #9 were sold for $27,034, $11,950, $57,687, and $19,358, respectively. This netsuke has an estimated value of $15,000 to $18,000, according to Neil Davey. (This estimate was done at the International Netsuke Society Convention at Baltimore, MD, on 06 September 2015)

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

This is an impressively preserved Terracotta Tomb Pottery, Sancai-Glazed figure of Lu Dongbin, one of the Eight Immortals. He is one of the most widely known of the Eight Daoist Immortals and considered to be the leader of the group. He is thought to have lived during the Tang Dynasty (618-906) and he is depicted as a scholarly gentleman. He appears sitting on a stool, holding a fan. The glazed remains on most of the figure's body, except on its head and skirt of the stool, and the figures preserves most of its original features. It has only a couple of chips at the based of the skirt base. MEASUREMENTS Height: 8.0 inches (20cm) Width: 3.25 inches (8cm) Weight: 15.6 oz

SALVADOR DALI

"GATEWAY TO THE NEW WORLD, Five of Cups", from the series "Dali Discovers America",

LlTHOGRAPH ON FIBROUS BUF (LighT Yellowish Brown) JAPON PAPER with Watermark,

Hand-Signed in Pencil by Salvador Dali,

Numbered A. P (Artist's Proof) 52/75 in Pencil,

Blind-stamped "Dalart N.V, Copyright 1980", In accordance with "The Official Catalog of the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI", by Albert Field, page 132.,

Valued at $9,700.00, in accordance with the "Print Price Guide to the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI", by Bruce Hochman, 13th Edition, Page 154.,

Measures Approx: 29 1/2" X 21",

EXCELLENT CONDITION with some dot stains on the bottom border, below the image.

This is wonderful, Matching, Diamond and Ruby, Four-Piece (Pendant Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring) set made with solid 0.750-pure, 18K Solid White Gold.

The set has approximately 0.64 Carat in Diamonds, and 1.8 Carats in Rubies.

The set has been formally appraised at $2.920.00, by a GIA Certified Gemologist.

Necklace

Pendant: Heart-shaped pendant with lined Diamonds and Red Rubies

Diamonds: 10 Baguette Diamonds

Diamond Weight: 0,10 Carat

Diamond Color: H - I

Diamond Clarity: S1

Rubies: 10 Round Rubies; Total Weight: 0.40 Carat

Metal: 18K White Gold

Chain: Bead Style Chain with a bail clasp closure, 16-inch total length

Bracelet

Diamonds: 10 Round, single-cut Diamonds

Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carat

Diamond Color: H to I

Diamond Clarity: S1

Rubies: 5 Oval Rubies; Total Weight: 1.0 Carat

Metal: 14K White Gold

Bracelet Details: Elongated bars separated by Diamond Clusters and Ruby Centers, total length: 16 inches

Earrings

Huggie-Style Earrings

Diamonds: 4 Round Diamonds

Diamond Weight: 0.24 Carat

Diamond Color: H to I

Diamond Clarity: S1

Rubies: 5 Emerald-cut Rubies; Total Weight: 0.20 Carat

Metal: 18K White Gold

Earrings have Locking Posts

Ring

Solitaire-style Ring with Center Ruby and side Diamonds

Diamonds: 2 Round Diamonds

Diamond Weight: 0.20 Carat

Diamond Color: H to I

Diamond Clarity: S1

Rubies: 1 Center Round Ruby, Total Weight: 0.20 Carat

Metal: 14K White Gold

Ring Size: 5 US (U:49) - 16mm

This an exquisitively carved Baroque Crucifix, probably made in Spain in the Early 18th Century in the manner of The Christ of Clemency (Cristo de la Clemencia) of the Seville Cathedral, Spain. The Christ's body displays, in a lifelike manner, the ribcage pressed against his stretched skin, and carefully rendered arms and leg muscles, with visible veins, to highlight his humanity. The hands perfectly carved (the left hand missing portions of fingers), and feet with well-delineated toes and nails. A crown of triple spikes rests over his head that shows a well-rendered lifelike hair. His head is turned down to the right.

The crucifix preserves its original fittings, which is extremely rare for a crucifix of this age. The cross is made of two natural pieces of wood, painted in black, but now well patinated with the passage of time, which is adorned with incised carved lines within geometrically shaped areas where the hands and feet rests, that have been gilded with real gold. The ends of the cross covered with real silver cups. The cross is inserted in a base that also sports a silver band on its bottom.

Excellently preserved original condition.

The Cross and base measure 24.5 inches

The base measures 5 squared inches on the bottom

and 4 squared inches on top

The Corpus measures 11 inches tall, and 10 inches wide

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 an exquisitively carved Baroque Crucifix, probably made in Spain in the Early 18th Century in the manner of The Christ of Clemency (Cristo de la Clemencia) of the Seville Cathedral, Spain. The Christ's body displays, in a lifelike manner, the ribcage pressed against his stretched skin, and carefully rendered arms and leg muscles, with visible veins, to highlight his humanity. The hands perfectly carved (the left hand missing portions of fingers), and feet with well-delineated toes and nails. A crown of triple spikes rests over his head that shows a well-rendered lifelike hair. His head is turned down to the right. The crucifix preserves its original fittings, which is extremely rare for a crucifix of this age. The cross is made of two natural pieces of wood, painted in black, but now well patinated with the passage of time, which is adorned with incised carved lines within geometrically shaped areas where the hands and feet rests, that have been gilded with real gold. The ends of the cross covered with real silver cups. The cross is inserted in a base that also sports a silver band on its bottom. Excellently preserved original condition. The Cross and base measure 24.5 inches The base measures 5 squared inches on the bottom and 4 squared inches on top The Corpus measures 11 inches tall, and 10 inches wide

The Virgin in Prayer, Early 19th Century. Oil on Canvas measuring 22 by 17 inches in a gilt frame 26.5 by 22 inches (The original framed canvas has been placed into a larger frame – see back of painting). This work of art depicts the face and praying hands of Mary, her sad expression with downcast eyes and pursed mouth, clothed in a white palla with yellow trim and a blue robe with red trim; executed in sombre colours and with emphasis on the Virgin's sad and thoughtful facial expression. Attributed to Janos Rombauer; from an original 'The Virgin at Prayer' by Sassoferrato, a version of which is in the National Gallery, London. Fine condition, a couple of minor repairs. A Similar piece was offered for sale at Timeline Auctions, London, on 07 September 2021, with an estimated price of $5,550 - $8,320 - Photo #5) Janos Rombauer (Hungarian 28 May 1782 – 12 February 1849) was a portrait painter in the Kingdom of Hungary. He also worked for a time in Saint Petersburg. He was a representative of the Biedermeier artistic style in Hungary. At the age of nineteen, he began working as a portraitist in Pest (today Budapest). His first known miniature dates from 1802. Around 1805, probably in Bártfa (Bardejov), he met the Polish aristocrat, Józef August Iliński [pl] who, at that time, was in the service of the Russian government. Impressed by his talent, he invited him to his estate near Romaniv, in present-day Ukraine. By 1806, he was living and working in Saint Petersburg; teaching as well as painting. In 1818, he married Amalie Baumann (c.1795–1843), a Baltic German. During his stay, he became a member of the Imperial Academy of Arts and took part in their exhibitions. Vladimir Borovikovsky and Orest Kiprensky seem to have had a significant influence on his style. He painted numerous portraits of the nobility, Hungarian as well as Russian, and many prominent citizens of the Kingdom of Hungary. In 1835, he received a commission to paint portraits of the faculty at the Lutheran College. He also created religious works. Altogether, he is known to have created 248 works, although many have been lost. His surviving works may be seen in the Hermitage Museum, the Tretyakov Gallery, the Hungarian National Gallery and the Slovak National Gallery.

This is a unique, one-of-a-kind, an excellently carved Antique Zitan Wood Ruyi Scepter with Jade Plaques - Good Fortune Theme A extremely rare, unique, Chinese made hardwood Ruyi Scepter with Mother of Pearl and single Spinach Jade Plaques. There is not another Ruyi Scepter like it anywhere. The curving hardwood Scepter, like Zitan, of a dark brown wood color extensively carved all throughout with Lingzhi, a type of mushroom whose head resembles a stylized cloud and is associated with long life. It carries five plaques made from mother-of-pearl, and spinach jade, carved in high relief as follows: The largest plaque, at the head of the scepter, is carved with a bat, which considered by the Chinese as a symbol of Wealth, that is holding a double tendril from which are hanging two fish, which are symbols of 'Good Fortune'. On the sides of the fish there are two bats, which symbolize 'Double Happiness'. Right below the Scepter head there is a plaque in the form of a bat (symbol of Wealth). The Middle plaque is carved with two bats (Double Happiness) surrounded by Lingzhi Right below, there is a small plaque carved with the 寿 shòu emblem carved that signifies Longevity. The bottom plaque is carved with two bats (Double Happiness) surrounded by Lingzhi Excellently preserved original condition. Length: 37.5cm (14 3/4 inches) Width of largest plaque: 2.5 inches

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.

SALVADOR DALI

"THE HARBINGER - Mystiche Hochzeit", from the "New Jerusalem" Suite,

COOPERATIVE LlTHOGRAPH ON ARCHES PAPER with Watermark,

Hand Signed in Pencil by Salvador Dali,

Numbered I 197/350 in Pencil,

Blind-stamped "Atelier Duman, Inc, New York" and "Dalart N.V, Copyright 1980", in accordance with "The Official Catalog of the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI", by Albert Field, Page 185.

Valued at $7.950 by the "Print Price Guide to the Graphic Works of SALVADOR DALI, by Bruce Hochman, 13th Edition, page 158.,

Measures Approx: 29" X 20 1/4" (image),

EXCELLENT CONDITION

SALVADOR DALI

"INFERNO 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 Red Pencil by Salvador Dali

Numbered 150/150, in Red 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 ALLEGED 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

"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, "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.*****