All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1940 item #1177935 (stock #ZEMT160)
This toddler's pants were used by successive siblings and probably several generations of Chinese Miao ethnic minority children. The pants are of handwoven indigo dyed fabric and the legs are decorated with handwoven tape which is sewn into place by hand. The pants are crotchless, which was typical attire for very young children throughout old China.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #867908 (stock #WA 16-16)
We have never had this exact style of chair before. Wonderful vintage-contemporary look; striking stark lines. A deep, wide seat that invites an afternoon read. All original leather. Excellent overall condition. Circa 1930's. Dimensions: 41"L x 31-1/2"W x 31"H x 26" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1940 item #1342613 (stock #131)
Chinese plaque done in Qianjiang style with a crane flying over with a tree in the scene. There is a poem written in black ink in the upper left corner with a seal in iron red below it. The plaque has an overall orange-peel effect on the surface.

Condition is very good, no breaks or cracks. Some minor wear to the enamels

The size of the plaque is approximately 16-1/4" long by 10-1/2" wide

Seal attributed to Jin Pinging.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Costume : Unsigned : Pre 1940 item #12509 (stock #5170FX)
Delicate basket of pave rhinestones filled with colorful crystal flowers, all in the Deco style. 2 1/8" by 1 1/4".
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #497956 (stock #T 1480)
SOLD. Signed with conjoined initials this period Art Deco 14K Gold Bracelet made up of beautifully 1" carved Carnelian rectangle open center stations. Signed with conjoined initials and marked 14K. Super condition! SOLD, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #443887 (stock #WA049)
The ultimate club chairs! It just does not get more stylish than this sleek pair. Deep caramel with black piping, wonderful curved arms & deep, comfortable seats – we are tempted to keep this pair for our own living room. Dimensions; 44” wide, 34” deep, 32” high
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1406063 (stock #9876)
A 14k diamond engagement or wedding ring from the 1930s. This size 6 ring is typical for the the late 1930s with a small 2 point diamond in an enhanced setting (used to give the impression of a larger stone). The shoulders on the 3/4 x 3/16" white gold setting are tooled with flower heads and this ring weighs 2.3 grams. It is unmarked and it tests as 14k (the white gold setting is probably 18k white gold) and the shank tests as 14k gold...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #313618 (stock #T 876)
Still ticking! Late Art Deco Early Retro Bow Watch Pin Stamped Sterling with a nice gold wash w working Heart Shape time piece marked Avalon and U.10k R.G.P. Thick Convex Glass Crystal. 2 1/4" X 1 1/2" and weighs 1/2 Oz or 16 Grams. In very fine daily winding working condition. 06pm. Sold, no price, no info please
All Items : Archives : Pre 1940 item #1238269
Iconic sterling silver, amethyst & copper brooch designed and signed in the 1930's by early 20th century designer Frederick W. Davis(1880-1961). The pin measures 3" from top to bottom & 2 3/4" across. Weight - 35 grams, 1.02 oz. The design is comprised of two intricate repousse grape leaves highlighted with copper stems and finished with 3 cab amethyst purple grapes. Hallmarked on the back FD, SILVER, MADE IN MEXICO. Excellent vintage condition with no chips to stones...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #685481 (stock #WA 14-11)
This is an amazing single wingback clubchair in excellent original condition. Classic wing back style with nailed details. Front kick panel has been restored. Super deep comfortable seat with mohair cushions. Dimensions: 42" deep, 35" wide, 34" high, 28" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1940 item #589288 (stock #BA635)
Measuring 13 inches long x 6 inches wide, this untouched, all-original, double-sided heavy metal sign is an extraordinarily RARE piece of Black American history-- an artifact of the "Jim Crow" era when segregation of the African American race was unfortunately, most commonplace.

This sign was once bolted onto the inside of a railroad car, designating the line behind which African Americans must remain-- in the back of the car.

The sign is painted on both sides as follows: the back of the s...

All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1131109 (stock #TR705)
A romantic ring from the 1920’s is this platinum filigree solitaire diamond ring. The very attractive design captures some early Art Deco elements. The 0.21Ct brilliant cut diamond is held by six beads in the hexagonal top.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Mexican : Pre 1940 item #1351167 (stock #171101)
Sanborns crafted this open backed repousse cuff with a floral motif. This type of work is an early method with this one being of exceptional weight of 71 grams and a height of 2in. Sometimes these cuffs have holes where light comes thru and or have a lighter weight of silver. This has none of those issues of damage, repairs or faults of any kind. A lovely item of early work to be admired by collectors.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Pre 1940 item #1129962 (stock #TR697)
LOOK at this beautiful vintage 1920’s platinum ring, which is centered by an exceptional 2.35Ct cushion cut natural blue sapphire. The center stone is surrounded by 18 single cut diamonds, and with the additional two diamonds on the shank the total diamond weight is approximately 0.40Ct.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #963534 (stock #WA 17-12)
Dimensions: 32"L x 31"W x 33"H x 23" seat depth
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Gold : Deco : Pre 1940 item #1059252 (stock #01905)
A genuine Art Deco vintage 10k yellow gold and natural amethyst ring c1930. This size 8 ring features a claw-set 8mm x 6mm amethyst, it weighs 1.5 grams, it is stamped 10K, and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Expedited tracked insured shipping to the U.S...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1940 item #390543 (stock #B223)
This fourth edition, miniature, hard cover book , "The Story of Little Black Sambo and the Twins" was written and illustrated by Helen Bannerman, an Englishwoman living in India at the turn of the 20th century who wrote this and a series of six other SAMBO stories to amuse her two little daughters. These subsequent stories are much more rarely found as fewer were published, because at that time, none ever reached the popularity of the original “Little Black Sambo”...
All Items : Archives : Collectibles : Memorabilia : Pre 1940 item #284830 (stock #BA404)
This sweet, 1930's, wooden pull toy made by the Hustler Toy Corporation of Sterling, Illinois, features a darling little black character pulling the reins of his white mustang horse! The toy measures 12 inches long x 5.5 inches high.

When the toy is pulled, the wheels rotate and the horse's head bobs up and down! Just adorable!

This 75 year old toy is in very good condition with very minimal and expected, normal wear from light playing to appropriate areas (see photos)...