This is a pair of vintage Uzbek tent or yurt decorative hangings from Northern Afghanistan, mid to late 20th century. Each piece measures 11.43 cm x 63.5 cm. Decorative hangings such as this are usually suspended at the entrance of a yurt, and sometimes placed between piled up quilts. Solid embroidery in cross stitch in cotton thread, ending in wrapped, beaded cords with metallic trinkets.
Miao or Dong bracelet made of silver on a tree-resine core in the shape of a caterpillar (representation of the silk worm), usually reserved to the village's chief.
Perfect condition, beautiful patina. Inner width: 5,4 cms, opening width: 2,4 cms. BE 247 (see Bibliography)
Silver Hamsa (five), Moroccan protective amulet in the shape of the hand of Fatima, ornated with a bird; 9 x 5cms. Morocco, Essaouira. CE 24 (see Bibliography)
Offered is a hard-to-find survivor of 1930s - 1940s medicine!
This handsome cabinet is constructed of a hardwood (perhaps walnut) and sports an eye-appealing, front-facing, bakelite, control panel. The cabinet is rather heavy and measures 15"W x 14" H x 12.5" with a canted front panel and two wooden handles for transport.
The bottom drawer stores all of the wires and connections noted in the photo. The condition of the cabinet is very good with wear commensurate with age...
Modern sterling silver bowl. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Tapering sides and flared rim. Short and straight foot. Spare and fluid. Hallmark includes pattern no. 16667F and director’s letter M (1947-56). Very good condition.
Dimensions: H 4 1/2 x D 9 1/8 in. Weight: 26.3 troy ounces. BP255
1920's Weller Pottery garden frog in coppertone and green glazes. In excellent condition, no cracks, no repairs, etc, it measures 5" long and 4" high. Incised signature on bottom reads: Weller Pottery
ROLEX 16mm Logo Buckle 18k Yellow Gold marked with Hammer and Tool; on the back: ACIERINOX ROLEXSA SWISS". This strap is a 19mm Genuine Leather Black color with a Crocodile pattern. This high-Grade strap (Marked SUISSE QUALITE) is suitable for the earlier DATONA, OYSTERDATE, DATE, Air King and Precision Steel Models. Adds value and style to your Rolex Gold or Two-Tone Watch! THIS IS A FINE COLLECTIBLE. DON'T INVEST IN THE STOCK MARKET. BUY HARD ASSETS SOMETHING PROVEN IN TIME...
An elegant and very modern rare Art Deco ivory cigarette case. In excellent condition, it measures 5.5" x 3.25" x .75". Inscribed inside with date 1952.
Paper stencil for kimono or futonji which are made of wash, Japanese handmade paper. The first paper stencil resist dyeing appeared in the Kamakura and Nanboku-cho period (1185~1392). It was applied for many items later, such as samurai's kamishimo(komon), civilian's kimono, No-drama costume and so on. Mino-gami (handmade paper made in Mino in Gifu Pref.) is used for the stencil...
Modern sterling silver bowl. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Circular with fluted sides and flared and scalloped rim. Hallmark includes pattern no. 22926 and director’s letter M (1947-56). Very good condition.
Dimensions: H 2 3/4 x D 9 1/4 in. Weight: 16 troy ounces. BP216
A fine silver tastevin inset with a 1772 silver 8 reales coin from the reign of Carlos III. The deeply-curved sides of the tastevin are decorated in a characteristically Spanish baroque style with ornate chasing and engraving. The handle is in the form of a curled dragon-like creature.
Though they were fashionable in France in the 19th century, coin tastevins only became stylish in Spain around 1950...
An Art Deco period silver plated 29" long flapper belt with an Egyptian motif circa 1920s. This vintage waist belt has five 1-1/8" chain-linked discs are set in a double chain belt. Strangely the front of the belt hook and eye buckle section on this elegant fashion accessory features a small fleur-de-lys...
Cambridge Glass Company made this Caprice plate from 1936-57. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
Cambridge Glass Company made this Caprice set from 1936-57. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
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Cambridge Glass Company made this Caprice set from 1936-45. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
Cambridge Glass Company made this Caprice bonbon from 1936-45. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
A Stromberg-Carlson Model 1243 desk telephone from around 1940. This stylish, heavy black painted metal phone is 8" deep and 5-1/2" wide with a 9-1/4" long hand piece. A great display piece or suitable for use, it has been fitted with modern phone jack wiring and it has the original included schematics mounted on the inside with wiring options, etc. A few wire strands are disconnected and we couldn't get a dial tone, but we couldn't figure out the wiring scheme...
In fine condition this figurine measures 4.5" x 3.25". No box.Incised marks along with the Lladro imprinted logo.