This is a substantial Valentino lucite & gilt metal necklace. It measures 19 3/4" (50.5cm) long from the hook to the last ring in the chain. Each of the orange lucite pieces are 1 3/8" ((4cm) long.. They measure a hair more than 1" (3cm) across the top and 1 5/8" (4.5cm) at the bottom. They are about 1/4" (.6cm) thick. The gilt metal spacers are separated from each lucite piece by a gold bead.. IFrom around 1985, it looks to be in unworn condition...
Fabulous big statement Gerda Lynggaard Monies 11 strand necklace with variegated colors of small round horn beads with horn clasp. I am also listing a
matching bracelet from the same estate. Not marked but guaranteed Monies. Many signed examples of this group of Monies jewelry, with matching clasps and
beads, can be found online. Great size -- 24 inches wearable length at the inside strand and the center drops about 6 inches. Excellent condition. Display form
is life size...
A Japanese Kutani porcelain Koro or incense burner, with a round body raised on three animal-mask legs and applied with shishi-mask handles. The domed, pierced cover is surmounted with a further shishi. The whole decorated in overglaze enamels with peacock and golden pheasant amid rocks and peonies, all on a yellow "roe" ground. Marked with a seal to the base "Kutani" amidst scrolling clouds, it dates late 20th C, circa 1980, and is in excellent condition...
Very reminiscent of the work Taxco maestro Mateo created in the 1970s and 1980s, this fine, 950 silver Mexican ring is signed by a different, unidentified maker yet its quality and strong presence make it one of the best examples of the form I have seen lately. The sculptural, substantial setting is complemented by the malachite’s rich, vibrant liquidity while the design’s recesses have been oxidized to enhance the sense of depth and dimension...
By the important bi-coastal art pottery makers and teachers VIVIKA and OTTO HEINO, a squarish shaped wall plaque or plate, somewhat concave in design, 11 3/4" diameter by 11 3/4", signed underneath VIVIKA + OTTO. The piece is a natural reddish-brown color with a glaze applied, and bamboo sprig or grasses motif makes for a simple and elegant organic work with an Asian touch. Ceramic works by the couple are prized in the art pottery market, appearing at auctions...
Portuguese Ceramic oval shape scalloped edge deep Soap Dish, 6 1/4" x 5" x 1 1/4" high with floral design, marked on the bottom, the condition is good.
Pair Portuguese Hand Painted Ceramic Candlesticks, 7" high, the condition is good, dated 1988, no damages.
Michael Bedard necklace for Acme Sudios
Black enamel on silver tone metal with rubber torque
1980
18" around
Each crow measures 1 1/8" x 1 1/2"
Marked Bedard for Acme, Los Angeles
Excellent vintage condition
Huge statement multi strand long beaded necklace of glass seed beads and matching dyed red coral color raffia beads, with beaded band. This type of
decorative beading, conterie, originated in Italy. This piece is probably Italian. 1980s. This came from a Philadelphia area estate and the original owner
purchased this necklace in multiple colors. I am also listing a red coral color version. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show
detail.
Miharu Hariko Papier-mache Doll; Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, ca. 1987. Figure of girl, possibly an "oiran" (courtesean) with sake ewer ("hisage" / "kannabe.") H.4.75"(12cm) x W.3.25"(8.25cm.) Excellent condition.
Miharu-machi (town) is located just NW of Koriyama City in central Fukushima Prefecture. They say the town’s name “mi’ (3) “haru” (spring) comes from the fact that the three famous blossoms of spring; plum, peach, and cherry, bloom here in profusion...
Glam long 1980s black poured glass beaded necklace with large and tiny opaque beads, one tiered silvertone rondelle station with brilliant Swarovski rhinestones, and silvertone lobster
clasp. 60 inches long. The rondelle element is 3/4 inch long and 1/2 inch wide. Excellent condition. Display form is life size. Photos enlarged to show detail.
Sterling and Unakite Statement Necklace
Sweden
Late 20th century
Length - 15"
Center element measures 3" long
Center stone measures 1 3/4" long x 1 1/4" wide
Weight - a substantial 90 grams
See last picture for hallmarks
Excellent condition
Formed from molten silver, mounted with a disc picturing a classical woman’s profile, this massive ring has a dramatic organic design. It is unmarked, but the ring and the disc test strongly for silver. The top measures about 1 inch wide. It is sized to 11 ½. Weight: 40.4 grams
Miharu Hariko papier-mache doll of Mother, Child, & Fox. Miharu Village, Fukushima Prefecture, ca. 1988. H.7.25"(8.5cm) x W.3.75"(9.5cm.) Excellent Condition.
Miharu-machi (town) is located just NW of Koriyama City in central Fukushima Prefecture. They say the town’s name “mi’ (3) “haru” (spring) comes from the fact that the three famous blossoms of spring; plum, peach, and cherry, bloom here in profusion...
Five(5) Japanese Pottery Sake Cups, 2 3/4" high, 2" diameter-top rim, Bamboo Brush painted on different colors of background. The condition is good.
Gerald Stinn modernist sterling silver and turquoise ring
American - 20th century
This expertly crafted and unique branch form ring is a size 6 1/2
Weight - 13+ grams
The face of the ring measures 1 3/8" long while rising 3/4" above the finger
Marked Stinn, sterling
Excellent vintage condition
Being offered is a fine circa 1980 sterling silver jewelry suite by Alicia Plata of Taxco, Mexico. Comprising a heavy gauge, superb, modernist form necklace, bracelet & earrings with tiger's eye set links. Dimensions: Necklace is size 15 1/2 inches; bracelet is size 7 inches; post earrings are 3/4" x 3/4 inches (no clasps for post). Marked as illustrated. In excellent condition. Great heavy weight almost 9 ozs. High quality, Pineda like.
A pair of William Spratling sterling silver pierced earrings with large dangling fans or sails. These earrings were made in the 1980s.
They measure 1 1/2" across the widest part and 2 1/4" high including the post back. Marked on the back of each earring with the conjoined WS and Spratling 925 Taxco Mexico. They are also marked with TS24 indicating the later date. Post backs hold securely. In fine condition.
Classic design. Lots of movement.