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Sterling Silver and turquoise necklace and ring. Ring medallion is 1.125" X 75" nd .75" round. Necklace pendant is 1" X .75" and 19" long.

Attractive Hamilton Emerson men's wrist watch, featuring 17 jewel movement, 10K Gold filled case, grade 980, serial #G408962. Case is signed Hamilton Watch Company Landcaster, Pennsylvania Wadsworth 10 Karat Gold Filled, Pend't Pat'd 5-3-27 H574568. New leather wristband. Fine Art Deco curved profile. This fine piece was made circa 1946. Excellent condition. Runs great. length 35mm. lug to lug. w. 25.4mm.

Own this handsome fine, all original antique American classic “Whitney” banjo clock made by the venerable New England clockmaker The New Haven Clock Company of New Haven, Connecticut. This fine piece keeps great time and features two train 8 day movement (signed and hallmarked (New Haven Trade Mark USA #335) chiming on the hour and half-hour, bronze eagle crown, signed clock face (“New Haven - center & New Haven Clock Company USA” bottom)with Arabic chapters, original hand painted glass...

a 1920s period antique mahogany folding Campaign Desk attributed to Hermes. This piece is all original - original leather accoutrements in excellent condition (except one small leather envelope compartment missing on the right - see photo - the replacement estimate from my master leather artisan is $275) and original select mahogany finish and original lock and key. Dimensions: Desk Top open 22" X 28" at 27.5" high from floor, folded 36" high X 22" wide X 9" deep. Hermes began making accessor...

“Burano Afternoon” Oil on board, signed by Morris Hall Pancoast (1877-1963). This rare fine piece comes from Pancoast’s early career when he traveled in Europe before establishing a successful career in New York. His unique impressionist style and use of color are already discernable in this refreshing work of a canal in Burano, Italy (a colorful outer island in Venice). Morris Pancoast, the famous impressionist listed artist, born in Salem, New Jersey, studied art in Philadelphia at th...

“Coastal Bloom” Oil on canvas, signed by James Arthur Merriam (1880 – 1951). Born in Canada, famous listed artist James Merriam began his art career in Detroit, Michigan in 1897. He became a leading plein air painter in the California School with subjects including deserts, missions, Yosemite, Monterey, the High Sierra Mountains and Arizona deserts. Merriam settled in Los Angeles in 1920 where he continued his prolific career and remained until his death in 1951. Strong demand for Merr...

Own a large genuine Meneely bronze cupola church bell complete with pull wheel ringer, large carved wood beam frame stand and renowned Meneely quality and sound. Cast in 1904 (see photo of date on bell). Dimensions: Bell: 17” diameter, frame stand 4.25’ high. The Meneely Bell Foundry of West Troy, New York, started in 1826, was world famous for quality and noted for the replacement of the Philadelphia Liberty Bell and Presidential Inaugurations.

Large, over 5 feet high, rare highly crafted beautiful large double pane stained glass panel. This supreme example of the finest stained glass artisanship included colored and painted glass as well as exquisite double panes. This piece is the work of famous artist, painter and stained glass maker John La Farge (1835 - 1910) who worked with L.C. Tiffany and produced work for Tiffany Studios and whos works are displayed in Museums throughout the Country as well as major stained glass works in the...

Unmatched museum quality execution in the finest painting of Royal family, bird, butterfly and nature motif in this rare signed lidded remarkable Meiji Period Kutani bottle vase. Kutani ware was originally produced around 1655 when the Maeda clan wanted to compete with Kyoto's thriving ceramics trade. The history of Kutani ware is rich and complex. Kutani ceramics have their origin in a small remote village in the mountains (Kutani means 9 valleys) of the Ishikawa Prefecture. The main city, K...

Bring Nature's beauty and wisdom, good luck and prosperity, as well as the classic artisanship of the Japanese Meiji Period into your home with this fine silk painting of Cranes in their habitat. Includes original Japanese period frame. Cranes are a symbol of good luck and prosperity. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: 21" X 18" with frame, 12" X 9" without.

Elegant large stately gilt bronze 19th Century French clock with exquisite French two train movement and beautiful sounding fine French silver bell, strikes on the hour and half hour. Runs great, keeps perfect time. Movement, signed "Hersant Se 1B De Chatelain Paris", has been recently cleaned by a Master clockmaker. It runs great and keep excellent time. Both Roman numeral and Arabic numbered chapters surround the stunning face which display classically beautiful delicate ornate and finely ...

This striking 19th Century French mantel clock retailed by Simpson and Fricker, has the highly respected, rare precision French Morbier movement. Its movement displays 19th Century large fine French barrels and rare parallel pendulum technology. Eight day movement strikes on the hour and half hour. Keeps excellent time and has been recently cleaned by a Master clockmaker. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: 19" h. X 12" w. X 8.5" d.

Iconic finely decorated 19th Century Moroccan curved dagger from the central Atlas Mountain region of Morocco displays master artisanship of Moorish, Arabic and Berber cultures. This “Jambiya” knife includes a highly skilled decorated chased scabbard, hilt and the pommel masterfully intertwines detailed metal work with wood base. Rarely, the attached cord is original. According to “Antique Swords and Daggers” book by Dr. Mircea Veleanu, the market price for this piece is $7,000. This...

Large striking elegant intricately hand carved wood 19th Century French Louis XV gilt frame. This fine example of French period artisanship had been painted over in gray. Much of the original gold gilting can be seen underneath. A close up of the corner reveals the frame is indeed carved wood, not gesso other lesser materials (see photo). Capture this rare true genuine period work of art at a great value. Circa 1880s. Dimensions: outside: 46" X 38" X 5" deep. Interior: 31" wide X 23" hi...

Make a statement in your dining room or library with this important finest 19th Century hand carved quarter sawn oak lion foot dining table. This masterpiece features the most excellent materials and craftsmanship in a grand elegant display of the American Victorian artistic expression. Note the superlative carving of the lion feet legs, the beautiful quarter sawn oak grain, the tri-pedestal center support, three tiered intricate scalloped edge, the balance and grandeur of the piece. President...

100% genuine authentic Antique Victorian mother of pearl and solid gold fountain pen and original case. The beautifully hand carved shaft is made of iridescent rich solid mother of pearl. The gold is finely chased with a Victorian pattern and signed H. M. Smith & Co. New York No. 2. Tip size #2. 6 inches long. Circa 1865.

100% genuine authentic Antique Victorian mother of pearl and solid gold fountain pen and original case. The beautifully hand carved shaft is made of iridescent rich solid mother of pearl. The gold is finely chased with a Victorian pattern and signed E.J. Wertz Chicago. Tip size #2. 6 inches long. Circa 1890s.

Unusually long finely crafted late 19th Century iron Massai Samboro Elder spear from Southern Kenya. 7ft 10 ½” long, 1 ¾” wide leaf-shaped blade and long shank notched into wooden shaft with long narrow metal butt. Blade length 7 ½”, shank length 26”, butt length 33”. Circa 1890s.

Large striking elegant wood and gesso 19th Century gilt frame. Own this attractive piece. Circa 1880s. Dimensions: Exterior: 40" X 34.5". Interior oval: 29" X 23.5".

Bring grace and beauty into your world with this 19th Cenutry French Art Nouveau masterpiece, “Leune fille dans le jardin”, August Moreau (1837 – 1917), large patinated bronze, signed (see photo of signature). Dimensions: 29” high X 14” wide X 8” deep. Born in Dijon in the early 19th century, Auguste Moreau studied under Mathurin Moreau. Auguste, a leader in the Art Nouveau movement, worked as a sculptor and specialized in figures, statuettes and groups, in marble and bronze. He e...

Japanese Bronze vase from the Meiji Period (1868-1912)features Nature's wisdom and beauty including good luck song birds. Dimensions: 10" high X 4" around.

Exquisite English hand carved solid black walnut dining table with leaves. This beautiful piece expands from 7 feet long to 15 long with all four leaves. Perfect for those big get together events, including family gatherings or corporate meetings. The leaves come with their own solid walnut storage box. This fine piece features Master Artisan hand carved bases (see photos). Circa 1840s. Dimensions: 7 - 15 ft. long X 44" wide X 31" high.

Enrich your life with this romantic elegant beautifully crafted rococo style French complex detailed hand chased gilt bronze and hand painted porcelain mantel clock made by the famous French clock maker Vincenti & Cie. The French movement is of very high quality and has the Vincenti et Cie clockmaker's hallmark on the eight day twin train movement backplate “Medaille D’Argent Vincenti & Cie 1855” - see photo. It is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully serviced by our...

Grand antique 19th Century Lenzkirch porcelain and bronze mantel clock. Exceptional sharp detailed chasing in the Bacchanal themed bronzework including garlands, flowers, bows framed by two Bacchus faces (see close up photos). Bacchus is the promoter of civilization, law giver, lover of peace and patron of agriculture and the theater – a symbol of working with Nature’s bounty and wisdom to create a civilized and beautiful world. This piece features striking regal maroon porcelain body, por...

Bring good fortune and protection energy into your life with this culturally and artistically significant large vivid powerful master artisan hand carved Balinese rosewood sculpture of Vishnu riding his Garuda. This very heavy and dense (sinks in water) carved masterpiece is crafted out of the finest Indian Rosewood (Sono wood). This is the most heavy, dense, hard, rare, expensive, highly prized wood in Indonesia – Not to be confused with lesser woods such as Suar, Jempenis or Balau. It is tru...

Rare Russian champleve 19th Century crystal regulator clock with French L'Marti & Cie time and strike two train movement. Outstanding example of superior Russian artisanship in the champleve case and rare matching champleve mercury pendulum. Garlanded Roman original floral centered face. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: Clock: 18.5” h. X 8” w. X 8” d. Lesser similar clocks sell for over $9,500. Runs great. Don’t miss this opportunity to own an authentic artistic master clock with rare Russian...

Fine 19th Century antique rosewood sofa/couch, matching armchair and two side chairs attributed to Pottier & Stymus feature outstanding hallmark detailed excellence in construction, style, single piece curved legs, custom back pads and lush silk upholstery. These pieces do not have a signature or hallmark. Pottier & Stymus was one of the top American cabinetmaking firms in the last third of the 19th century. Examples can be found in Museums such as the Smithsonian and Brooklyn Museums. Augu...

Bold bronze bust of Napoleon signed by Renzo Colombo dated 1885, titled "Napoleon 1st features the famous Napoleonic Eagle on marble base. Hallmark: Pinedo Bronzes Paris. Dimensions: 14.5" X 9" X 6.5". Strong demand for Colombo works is demonstrated by the recorded sale price of $3,819 for the smaller Napoleon bronze bust Lot # 259 sold at US Auction House on July 31, 2010.

Large (almost 8 feet high) antique wooden English pub sign features painted coat of arms with crown, lion and unicorn, custom cut wood lettering "English Tea Room" on both front and back. (back side photo has "striped look because of sunlight through lattice roof). Circa 1890s. Dimensions: 92" high X 68" wide X 4" thick.

Carved by Master Meiji cabinet makers this Japanese dragon bench made of Kiyaki wood is sublime. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: 53" wide X 48" high X 26" deep.

Own this authentic symbolic piece of Japanese culture, art and history - a genuine antique Japanese Tsuba - sword hilt or guard of the katana nihonto - curved Samurai sword from the Edo Period (1603-1867) of feudal Japan. The piece displays symbols of divine protection and gold inlay studs. Circa early 1800s. Dimensions: approx. 3" X 3".

This extremely rare antique Burmese beautifully gilt Buddha from the ancient city of Ava depicts Buddha in the classic pose, sitting with legs crossed in the Bhumisparsa Mudra gesture symbolizing enlightenment and steadfastness - left hand in the lap, palm upward, right fingers slightly touching the ground, (subduing Mara, Calling the Earth to Witness), eyes half closed in a divine gaze. This piece exhibits fine rare artisanship including sweeping brows, well executed eyes, high forehead as wel...

Own this fine piece of American history. Fully vetted provenance from the University of North Carolina, this genuine authentic hand carved mahogany antique poster and canopy bed made in the late 1700s came from the Yancy Plantation in Georgia. This piece featuring tobacco leaf and rosette motifs carvings on the posters and grand canopy was made by the plantation slaves over 200 years ago who are proudly recognized for their outstanding quality artistic craftsmanship the world over. It has bee...

Own this symbolic piece of Japanese culture, art and history - antique Japanese Tsuba - sword hilt or guard of the katana nihonto - curved Samurai sword likely from the Momoyama Period (1573 - 1603) of feudal Japan. Circa 1600. Dimensions: 2 7/8" X 2 3/4". This tsuba comes with a handmade Kiriwood display box with upholstered cushion bed and custom made upholstered blade shape position centering nub to maximize the display and safety of your fine tsuba (see photo).

Own this symbolic piece of Japanese culture, art and history - antique Japanese Tsuba - sword hilt or guard of the katana nihonto - curved Samurai sword likely from the Tenmon Period (1532 - 1555) of feudal Japan. This tsuba displays beautiful artistic craftsmanship in its dipictions of butterflies on front and back of the hilt (see photos) Circa 1550. Dimensions: 3 1/8" X 3".

Own this authentic symbolic piece of Japanese culture, art and history - a genuine antique Japanese Tsuba - sword hilt or guard of the katana nihonto - curved Samurai sword from the Momoyama Period (1573 - 1603) of feudal Japan. Circa 1600. Dimensions: approx. 3" X 3".

Here is your chance to make this authentic wool Bokhara carpet your own. Bokhara rugs are produced in a region around the city of Lahore. Bokhara rugs got their name from 'Bukhara' a city in Uzbekistan, and their history dates back centuries earlier to the Turkomans which were situated to the north of what is now called Afghanistan. The dense 400kpsi single knot construction and attractive muted tones make this versatile piece perfect for home or office. Size: 9' X 12".

This large, fine grained beautiful premium birdseye maple wood humidor, lined in superlative cedar includes humidifier and features two large deep tiers, the top one removable. Superlative condition (see photos). Dimensions: 16" wide X 11" deep X 8" tall.

Large size masculine Men’s 18k gold plated over sterling sliver men’s must de Cartier Tank Quartz with an original Italian Hadley-Roma leather band and gold plated stamped “HR” buckle wrist watch in excellent working condition keeping perfect time. This watch is in great condition and is a very popular model with a beautiful two tone dial, there is no wear to the gold case. There are no scratches on the crystal. The hands are black. Dial and hands are in beautiful condition. Dial is sign...

Alfred Dunhill, world famous unparalleled purveyor of the finest luxury men's accessories since 1893, created this masterpiece of masculine luxury excellence. This large, 100 cigar, fine grained beautiful premium rosewood humidor, lined in superlative cedar features the magnetic/removable top quality Dunhill (#HS1005) humidifier with inside lid magnetic port. Signed Dunhill inside the humidor and on the humidifier, this piece is guaranteed authentic. The cedar partitions are adjustable to custom...

Elegant Cartier travel clock with alarm, features folding signature “C” legs and beautiful inlaid malachite stone, two sapphire crowns, face signed “Cartier Paris, back signed Cartier Paris, 7507 14736 swiss made. This fine precision work of art has been cleaned and gone over by a Master Clock Maker. It is in good working order and keeps great time. This piece is all original and authentic – nothing has been restored. Circa 1980s. Dimensions: 3’ X 3” X 1”. This piece retaile...

Bring fine beauty into your home with this large (21” high 62 lbs) striking polychrome patinated bronze sculpture titled “Yessenia“, signed Victor Gutierrez ’89 (see photos). Victor Gutierrez of Mexico City is an internationally renowned master of bronze sculpture. He is the third generation of a family of sculptors, who have produced major monuments throughout Mexico, Europe and the United States. Gutierrez recently completed a monument in Brussels. Known for his unique artistic abil...

Bring the subtleties of Nature’s Magic into your home with “Rainbow Blossom” oil on canvas, signed lower left – Raymond Knaub (1940 – Present). Dimensions: 16” X 12” without frame, 22.38” X 18.25” with frame. Famous Western Landscape painter, Born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Knaub grew up in Colorado and traveled the Western United States extensively. Influenced by Edward Hopper and Andrew Wyeth, Raymond Knaub’s unique style evokes a nonverbal peaceful connection and revere...

Oil on canvas, "Eucalyptus on the Coast", signed lower right by William Ballantine Dorsey (1942 -Present). Dimensions: 19" X 24" The quintessential plein air painter, Dorsey travelled and trekked the California Coast embracing his artistic inspiration. Comp. for size, medium, subject, quality: "flower fields in eucalyptus landscape" lot # 159 sold at John Moran Auctioneers on June 19th, 2001 for $5,500.

Beautifully ornate this elegantly striking beveled mirror with gilt Italian baroque revival style molded composite frame will dress up any room. Date of creation is not known. 23 1/2" X 19 1/4" inside, 38" X 34" outside.

Beautifully crafted Indian Sterling Silver necklace with five medallions and matching ring featuring turquoise and coral insets. Necklace and ring medallions are 1.5" to 1.25". Necklace is 19" long.

Artistically crafted sterling silver and turquoise earrings display flowers and leaves. Stamped sterling and signed by the artist "A M" and "M 1". Dimensions: 1" X .75".

Striking Opal ring made of sterling silver with 14K gold hearts flanking the beautiful green Opal center stone. Ring is stamped "925" indicating sterling silver purity. Dimensions: Opal Stone: 5/8" X 1/4", Ring: 3/4" round.

“Movin'em Out” oil on board, signed James Colt (lower left). James L. Colt (1922 – 2005) was born James Lee Clutter in Kansas City, Missouri. He changed his name to James Colt in 1977. His work has been exhibited in the National Art Club of New York as a charter member of Pastel Society of America and in the American Watercolor Society shows at the National Academy galleries in New York. He attributes his concentration on the 1870 era in his western paintings to his family history. Hi...

Titled “Raw Hide” verso, oil on board, signed James Colt (lower left). James L. Colt (1922 – 2005) was born James Lee Clutter in Kansas City, Missouri. He changed his name to James Colt in 1977. His work has been exhibited in the National Art Club of New York as a charter member of Pastel Society of America and in the American Watercolor Society shows at the National Academy galleries in New York. He attributes his concentration on the 1870 era in his western paintings to his family hi...

Powerful and beautiful this fine bronze work entitled “Bird” created by John Milne in 1977 demonstrates his unique genius. This piece was part of showing made from April – May in 1978 at the Gilbert Parr Gallery in London (see photos of the show’s catalog and this piece in it – as the photo shows, this piece was # 3 in a comprehensive showing of 20 Milne works). Dimensions: 16” high X 6” wide X 4.5” deep. Milne, born in Eccles, England (near Manchester) studied at the Salf...

Australian South Sea white baroque pearls. Large 13-15mm size pearls in this full size 36 inch strand of beautiful AAA quality pearls. This piece is 100% guaranteed genuine. Smaller 17" neclaces of similar size and quality sell for $6,000 - $16,000 as the one at lagunapearl dot com online

"Warming Beach" Oil on canvas - Singed. Anton Gutknecht (1907 – 1988). This piece, large (a full 4 ft. X 2 ft.) and sweeping in scope makes you feel as though you are right there on the sand. Mr. Gutknecht a listed Artist, was born and died in Dusseldorf, Germany. He studied in Dusseldorf, Munich, and Hamburg, and instructed for many years at Vienna's Royal Academy before moving to southern California where he settled for sometime. Gutknecht traveled extensively over the world, painting a wide...

"Poseidon Reborn" large oil on board, signed by Alexander Canedo 1902 - 1978, lower right. Dimensions: 24" X 29". Traveling from his native Mexico, Canedo studied at École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux Arts in Paris and later in Rome. His works have been exhibited in prestigious galleries in New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles and the Petit Musee, in Paris in 1948. A smaller, lesser, more simple, lesser desirable medium - pencil drawing by Canedo, "Reclining Male Nude" Lot # 26 sold for...

Retailed by the famous Tiffany and Company of New York, this beautiful exquisite complex Corniche Grande Gorge 8 Day Strike moonphase carriage regulator clock features the finest Matthew Norman swiss movement. Thick fine beveled glass on all sides including the rear door and top within a solid brass case displays the finest complex thick barreled movement from every angle. A beautiful, limited edition hand crafted carriage clock in the Corniche style, made in Switzerland by the world renowned...

This beautiful exquisite complex Corniche Grande Gorge 8 Day Strike moonphase carriage regulator clock features the finest Matthew Norman swiss movement. Thick fine beveled glass on all sides including the rear door and top within a solid brass case displays the finest complex thick barreled movement from every angle. A beautiful, limited edition hand crafted carriage clock in the Corniche style, made in Switzerland by the world renowned master craftsmen at Matthew Norman in Delémont, Switzerla...

Set of 5 vellum d'arches by signed by James Guitet. The set is titled: "Cet ouvrage a ete tire 25 exemplairies numerotes de 1 a 25 sur velin d'arches en mars 1963 sur les presses de l'auteur a versailles exemplaire, no. 17. Gallerie Arnaud 212, Boulevard St Germain - Paris – 7" ("This book was drawn of 25 copies, numbered 1 to 25 on d’arches vellum in March 1963 on the presses of the author, made at Versailles. copy number 17. Arnaud Gallery 212, Boulevard Saint Germain - Paris - 7"). E...

Quality, genuine, certified authentic, Hand Made Wool Turkish Carpet. 8 1/2' X 5' 4". c. 1950s.

Own this classic understated elegant, iconic timepiece. One of the first of this epic model, this exceptional, special, rare, 1950s vintage 18K Gold Vacheron Constantin Patrimony wristwatch is a statement of excellence. Since 1755, Vacheron has been one of the finest watchmakers in the world. The Patrimony by Vacheron Constantin was introduced in the 1950s, still the thinnest mechanical watch in the world, at 5.25mm. See photo - the movement is virtually just as thin as the watch band. Chos...

Elegant and artistic “Reclining Nude” by Jan Hoowij – signed upper right demonstrates his evocative master talent. Dimensions: 36” X 24” (39” X 27.5” with frame). Circa 1953. Hoowij, born in Holland and attended the Royal Academy of Fine and Applied Arts in the Hague and the Academie Grande Chaumière, Paris. He later escaped his occupied homeland in 1939 and lived in London and then emigrated to New York then moved to California. His works have been exhibited in Museums thr...