Los Castillo design #732 is properly signed with the old linear hallmark. The diameter is 2.5 in. and the height is 1 1/8th inches. The bracelet can be sized by a professional jeweler as the gap is 1inch. The sweeping links that flow in one direction are deeply hand chased with repousse balls. There is glare and patina in the photos. The weight is 80 greams of quality workmanship. With no dents,repairs or damage this rare cuff is collector quality.
Any La Estrella is a true jewel. Sadly, the Taller was only in Taxco for under two years where they produced original work that was of the highest quality. The pectoral is 4.5in. across and 4in. high. The weight is 90 grams of quality repousse. The wearable length is 17.5 inches. No flaws, repairs or damage of any kind. Collector quality, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLACE!
An incredible work of florals on gold signed on the base Kutani Kaburagi Sei showing the very best of that regions pottery dating from the Meiji to Taisho period, when quality and craftsmanship was at its peak. It is 9 inches (23 cm) diameter, 13 inches (33 c) tall and in overall fine condition. There is a small tori-ashi (birds foot) glaze crack in the bottom but does not leak, and is only visible on the outside bottom.
Very beautiful and early Fred Davis sterling and Rhodonite ring. This same ring, with an amethyst stone, is featured on page 27 of the 4th edition of the book MEXICAN SILVER by Morrill and Berk. They date it c. 1930. The face of the ring measures 1" wide and 3/4" long and it is a size 6. Weighing 14 grams, it is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stone. Signed as shown. A great addition to a Mexican Silver collection.
I am offering a rare amethyst Antonio Pineda bracelet. It is trapezoidal in shape with straight barrels and no chips or cracks to the stones. The stones range from dark purple to some stones with lighter swirls. It is properly hallmarked as shown and displays a light patina. I have tried to show the bracelet in different light for the best viewing of all links. Pineda used 970 silver content for his work giving it a whiter look as it has a low alloy content...
Spectacular design and execution in this sterling and saw tooth bezel set coral ring by Santo Domingo silversmith Julian Lovato. He began working in 1938 and was a silversmith for Frank Patania Sr. in the Thunderbird Shop. This ring was made during his time there as it has his own signature as well as the Patania Thunderbird Shop mark. Julian Lovato has been the winner of numerous awards for his fine creations. This ring is a size 7 1/4 and the face measures 1/2" long and 7/8" wide...
An exquisite vessel by Seifu Yohei IV decorated in slight relief under pale green glaze. It is 8-1/4 inches (21 cm) tall and in excellent condition.
Seifū Yohei IV (Seizan: 1872-1946), the second son of Seifū Yohei III (1851-1914). He studied literati-style painting under Tanomura Shōsai (1845-1909), a son of Tanomura Chokunyū, in Osaka for three years. In 1914, he succeeded to the head of the family and produced works mostly in his father’s style...
Strong in concept & design this awesome bracelet was created & signed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). 1 1/8" tall with an interior wearable length of 7" this piece weighs a hefty 126 grams. The six large, hand carved obsidian stones catch the light beautifully, emitting a deep, subtle glow from within as the wrist moves. Both the stones & silver are in pristine condition. The slide in clasp & safety chain are tight & secure.
Antique Chinese brush washer in a GE glaze. Glazed on the inside and base with the base rim left unglazed. No markings.
Size: Approximately 11-1/2 cm diameter and 3-1/2 cm high
Condition: Hairline crack on base which continues up the side (please refer to pictures - it is not noticeable on the side)
Age: 18th century Qianlong period
A Chinese copper red underglaze and incised dragon box and cover with two five-clawed dragons surrounding the base with lotus pods. The top with one five -clawed dragon. The base with six character Xuande mark in underglaze blue surrounded by double blue circles. The glazed on the base with a bluish tint.
Size: Approximately Height: 5.5 inches, Width: 10 inches
Condition: Good condition.
Age: Republic or earlier
White wisteria (fuji in Japanese) drape from the gilded rim of this Kutani vase signed from the pre-eminent Kaburaki (Kaburagi) studio dating from the opening of the 20th century. The imagery is exquisitely performed with over-glaze enamels on a pastel gray ground. The vase is large at 13 inches (33.5 cm) tall, 8-1/2 inches (22 cm) diameter and is in excellent condition, with some wear to the gold rim.
A pale celadon jade pendant, carved and pierced with a parrot perched on a flowering prunus branch, besides a rock. With matching wooden base. Condition: fine. Dimension: pendant: c. 6.1 cm high x 3.9 cm wide x 0.35 cm thick, height with stand c. 10.5 cm.
Retro design is present in this simple yet elegant amethyst ring set in 14Kt yellow gold. The 18 X 13 millimeter faceted emerald cut amethyst weighs approximately 10Ct. The shank has a scroll like design on either side of the amethyst. The ring is a size 6 and can easily be sized.
William Spratling signed chain necklace is an early first phase masterpiece design. The proper hallmarks are shown on 2 photos as it is marked on the hook of the chain. The necklace fits right in between the 1 inch mark and has a 7mm thickness. This beauty is fluid in it's motion and lays like a dream. It has a wearable length of 17.75in. The weight is 361 grams of almost pure silver which shows up as a very white silver. The ridge down the center of the chain adds great depth and dimension...
A very beautiful French Jumeau BeBe called " Bebe Reclame " special offered around 1888 / 90 at one of the Paris Department Stores Samaritaine , Printems , Au Bon Marche and other very popular stores as well !
This specila doll is the pretty standard " Tete" model but with acid-etched mark from the head , she is 15,5 " ( 39 cm ) and has lovely pale bisque socket head of fine and best quality of bisque and painting , with wonderful large amber brown paperweight inset eyes .
This 14Kt yellow gold Fleur De Lis watch pin that measures 1 ¼” tall and 1” wide is from the 1960-s. It is a broach that has a hook in the back, originally for a small watch which can accommodate a nice pendant as well. It is a very well priced beauty in great condition.Laissez les bon temps rouller.
Each earring is centered by a bezel set old-mine diamond and each diamond is surrounded by seven prong set natural rubies. The approximate total weight of the two diamonds is 0.25 Ct while the approximate total weight of all fourteen rubies is 0.70 Ct. The diameter of the 14Kt white gold earrings with push backs is 8 millimeter. (1/3”)
This great Victorian Etruscan 14Kt yellow gold pendant is centered by an 18 X 13 millimeter oval faceted bezel set amethyst. A lace like masterfully created delicate Etruscan frame surrounds the center stone. The pendant is 1 7/8” high including the bail and 1” wide at the wide.
A lovely sterling ridged, high domed ring from the Chicago Arts & Crafts workshop Kalo that opened in 1900 and closed in 1970. It is currently a size 7 but could be sized. Weighing 18 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. An elegant ring from this important Chicago silver workshop.
An outstanding vintage sterling and multi stone inlay bracelet by Navajo Jim Harrison who began creating in the early 1980's. Preston Monongye and Jessie Monongye shared their techniques with him and he credits his success to them, having helped him open his mind to his own designs. The influence of Jesse Monongye is particularly evident in this piece. Measuring 5" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4", it is 1/2" wide...
An especially beautiful French bisque poupee ..... from France around 1870 .... whose delicate bisque complexion contrasts the brilliant eyes , has tender face with very beautiful inset enamel eyes , original wig and rare sturdy body , wearing gorgeous evening silk costume !!!..... 17,5" ( 45 cm )
The pretty and elegant poupee has best quality of bisque and painting on pale bisque swivel head and kid-edged bisque shoulder-plate ...... both in all perfect condition .......
A wonderful sterling pin/pendant by the Swedish designer Rey Urban for the Danish company A. Fausing. It is three dimensional and very tactile. Measuring 2" by 1 3/8", it weighs 15 grams and is in fine original condition and signed as shown. A great industrial design.
A complex landscape wraps around and climbs up this exquisite porcelain vase by Daimaru Hokuho dating from the early to mid 20th century. It is 13 inches (33 cm) tall and in excellent condition. There is no box.
Hokuho would have been rated in the top 10 porcelain artist of Kyoto, along with Suwa Sozan, Ito Suiko, Ito Tozan, Miyanaga Tozan, Takahashi Dohachi, Seifu Yohei, Kiyomizu Rokubei, Miura Chikusen and Kiyomizu Zoroku, all artists active from the Meiji through the early Showa eras...
Enrique Ledesma was known for the use of beautiful stones and impeccable workmanship. This bracelet is a published design in Penny Morrill books on the subject of the Mexican Silver Renaissance. The stones are magnificent showing only natural lines to the stones. I really could not capture their beauty with my camera...
A very beautiful and childlike bisque girl by Steiner 22,5" ( 58 cm ) ... has finest quality of bisque and painting....fantastic eyes , original body and pretty clothing.
One of the most beautiful open mouth doll´s by Steiner from the series A with specially childlike and cute face expression !!!
She has a finest pressed bisque socket head and gorgeous blue glass paperweight inset eyes. Fine painted lashes and brows , has dark eyeliner encircles the eyecute .... accen...
We are offering design 263 which is one of the early Los Castillo pre-Columbian swirls. The necklace is one of the most magnificent Los Castillo designs and this one is 17 in. which makes it fit nicely as most are very short in length. This is properly hallmarked with the old linear Los Castillo hallmark as shown. There are many copies out there but this one is genuine and a pre-1948. It moves like a slinky with the rivets that hold the links together for strength. The beads are not dented(you m...
An elegant accessory for the person who likes uniqueness is this sterling silver and 14Kt yellow gold belt buckle. The buckle is hammered sterling silver with two strips of 14Kt yellow gold. In the center there is a rectangular box for possible engraving of initials. The measurements are 1 ¾” wide (without the loop) 1 ¼” high and the buckle will accommodate a 1” wide belt.
Most beautiful and rare French bisque Bebe with mystery mark " PARIS " in perfect condition and wearing very nice !! Rare to find until today unknown mark from an antique Doll which was made in Paris circa 1880 / 85 for one of the many beautiful and special Doll Shop in Paris ......
14,5" ( 37 cm ) doll with best quality of pale pressed bisque socket head and lovely painting . Has blue glass inset eyes and fine painted lashes and brows. Closed mouth with fine accented and ou...
This is a great sterling silver repousse letter opener by the prominent Baltimore silver smiths Kirk and son. The 5 7/8” long sterling letter opener is vermeil (gold plated) and not counting some minor scratches is in very good condition. The letter opener is hallmarked Kirk & Son and Sterling.
Wonderful Art Deco design in this vintage sterling Georg Jensen Denmark pin no. 230 designed by Oscar Gundlach-Pedersen. It is a small pin measuring 1 1/2" by 7/8". Fine original condition and signed as shown. An unusual and not often seen Jensen pin.
1920-s 18Kt white gold filigree three stone ring is centered by an approximately 0.15Ct old-mine diamond. The center stone is flanked on either side by a 4 millimeter square natural sapphire. The top of the ring is covered by the stones, while the sides are masterfully decorated by openwork filigree. The ring is a size 6 ½ and can easily be sized.
The six 18 X 13 millimeter oval scarabs are carved out of semiprecious stones (blood stone, tiger eye, green quartz, carnelian, blue agate, green quartz) framed in 14Kt yellow gold. 14Kt yellow gold oval links are connecting the scarabs to form the 7 ½” long bracelet.
This mask was made using a milk pot fragment, the noose has been added. A superb old black soot patina both inside and out side indicate a long use at least from early mid 20th.
H 23 wide 16 cm
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Very old black encrusted patina , the top shows 3 carved anthropomorphic faces. H 24 cm , great age at least from the 19th
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An antique shamanic phurbu , showing all the animist motives on the triangular blades, snakes interlaces, sun , moon holly vase and Makara mouth, the middle part is a dorge deeply carved , the top is square and shows 4 ancestor faces acting as protectors of the shaman and as guardian of the four directions. Total H 24 cm super glossy and deep black patine, important age at least from 19th. presented on a iron stand
If your dream has always been a marquise diamond engagement ring, than this is your dream come through with this affordable beauty. A 0.85Ct center diamond held in a six prong setting including two V prongs is flanked on either side by a round brilliant cut diamond. The center stone that has I-J color and VS2 clarity and is not certified. The approximate total weight of all three diamonds is 1.15Ct. The ring is a size 7 ½ and can easily be sized.