A beautiful early 29th C. Chinese silver pill box in excellent condition. L:4cm W:3cm $155
A beautiful old Chinese small silver and gold washed enameled pill box in triangle shape. In excellent condition. 3cm x 3cm. $195
Fine and rare five paneled skirt, from the Meifu subgroup of the Li people Hainan Island, circa mid 20th century. These kinds of textiles are unique among Chinese minority weavings as they combine supplementary weft brocade and tie dye ikat techniques. The colored threads in the brocaded panel are a combination of cotton, and polyester while the rest of the skirt is hand spun cotton and indigo in an abstract and zoomorphic design- pulled apart at the seam on top, no rips or holes...
Fine and rare four paneled skirt, from the Meifu subgroup of the Li people Hainan Island, circa mid 20th century. These kinds of textiles are unique among Chinese minority weavings as they combine supplementary weft brocade and tie dye ikat techniques. The colored threads in the brocaded panel are a combination of silk, cotton, and polyester while the rest of the skirt is hand spun cotton and indigo in an abstract and zoomorphic design. There is one negligible small hole...
Fine and rare four paneled skirt, from the Meifu subgroup of the Li people, Hainan Island, circa mid 20th century. These kinds of textiles are unique among Chinese minority weavings as they combine supplementary weft brocade and tie dye ikat techniques. The colored threads in the brocaded panel are polyester and commercial white thread while the rest of the skirt is hand spun cotton and indigo. There is some minor even fraying at the bottom and a few negligible small holes...
A pair of old Chinese export silver character of "Fu" "Shou" it means prosperity and longevity. In excellent condition. Marked. W:5cm H:5.5cm $175
A woman's dress bodice from Afghanistan, hand-embroidered by the Kakarh tribe. The Kakarh are primarily found in Baluchistan, where they still make up the majority of indigenous Pashtuns, but they also reside in the southern districts of Zabul province in Afghanistan as well as eastern Iran. This piece measures 18 x 56 inches (45.7 x 142.2 cm). Black, yellow and red pompoms accentuate the front of the bodice which is embroidered in satin and herringbone stitch...
A beautiful early 20th C. Chinese old silver snuff or pill box, with repousse motif. In excellent condition. Weight:14.6g. L:4cm. W:3cm $175
A beautiful old Chinese silver enameled pill or snuff box, in excellent condition. Marked. L:3cm W:2.5cm H:0.7cm. $185
A beautiful old Chinese enameled bronze box with wood lining and beautiful carved Chinese characters surrounding.In excellent condition. Marked. L:5-1/4". W: 4". H:1-1/4" $195
Jeannette Glass Co. made Doric from 1935-38. This 10" handled tray is in great shape. Thanks for looking.
A beautiful old large Chinese cloisonne mirror in excellent condition. H:18" $465
A group of 4pcs Chinese old silver spoons with Chinese character "Smooth sailing" in excellent condition. Weights:65g. L:5-1/4"
$175
Pair of Chinese Hard Stone Tree on Cloisonne Planter with Agate, Rose Quartz, Amethyst in the Shape of Peaches
They are 23 inches (58.5 cm) tall, and 16 inches (40.6 cm) long by 10 inches (25.4 cm) wide. They are 46 Lb.
They are in good condition with no repairs or chips, except cracks at the tree trunk and at one agate peach (as seen in the photos).
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Japanese Kutani Porcelain Covered Jar,
Kutani porcelain covered jar with 2 vignettes of landscape against a rust ground with gilt accents together with a Nippon (?) porcelain covered
jar- floral motif on white with green and turquoise borders, good condition. The Kutani jar stands 6 1/4 inches high and second item's height at 7 1/2 inches.
An Interesting Stylish Vintage Burl Wood Lamp. Mid Century Modern Lamp with unusual wood shade. Measures about 24" tall, base about 10 1/2 at its widest, shade about 15" by 10". One small hole in shade as shown, otherwise fine. Could not find a maker's mark, maybe someone will know. Great look.
A Pashtun Mangal child's shirt front, circa early or mid 20th century. Silk thread on cotton in a dense satin stitch is worked in horizontal rows, forming geometric patterns of lozenges and chevrons in mostly peach and black thread which cover the entire embroidered surface. The lozenges are accentuated by diagonal lines in brown thread which are worked in Holbein stitch and back stitch, contrasting with the overall magenta color of the dress front...
This hand-stitched cupola-shaped hat is called a doppi and features satin, herringbone and cross stitch in cotton thread. It has a pink cotton tassle on the side and a braided string at the top. Diameter: 20 cm; circumference: 52.5 cm. Condition: Excellent. Mid to late 20th century.
This is an attractive cloisonne vase from Ando. The enamel work and shading are finely done. The form and colors are rare. The vase stands 6 inches tall. There is a bit of hard to see crazing. This can be seen in the images and actually shows up more in the image than in person. It was made with silver rims and was probably made in the 1930's. This is a very nice display piece.
Fenton Peking Blue Vase 6.25" tall, 6" across at top. This is a very scarce pot vase in Peking Blue. Made from 1933-1938, in mint condition.
Cambridge Crown Tuscan 11" Bowl, footed and flared. Crown Tuscan is Cambridge's pink milk glass, in mint condition.
The elaborate traditional costume of Kohistani women is comprised of a dress (jumlo) and shawl (chuprai) which are worn over trousers with finely embroidered cuffs. The shawl is constructed of two overlapping rectangular panels, hemmed with white beaded fringing. The two bottom corners are joined by turning up the lower edge, and the join is embellished with a triangular beaded motif which functions as an amulet, while adding weight to the bottom edge...
This is an attractive vintage Japanese Cloisonne vase. It is much like another piece we currently have listed but of higher quality. It may be from Ando. The wireless enamel work on the mountain and clouds is very good. Except in the foreground, the enamel colors are soft pastel tones of gray/blue. It just under 7 inches tall and 5 inches wide. There is a minor dent to bottom rim that can not be seen when on display. otherwise the condition is outstanding.
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Amazing and Large Murano Crystal Clear RAM HEAD Art Glass Sculpture!!! Attributed to Archimede SEGUSO, circa 1950s!!! The piece is made with great detail, from the large Horns to the beautiful delicate ars and face features. A MUST for the Seguso Collector! It has NO damage (chips, nicks, or impact marks)...
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Incredible and Very RARE Murano Cased Blue, Pink-Purple, GOLD and SILVER Flecks Art Glass CLOWN OVERBOARD Gondola Sculpture!!! I have never seen another like it!!! This is an OLDER piece, with very dark flakes on the Clowns Face, maybe to depict an Ethnic Man. Also has Silver and Gold flakes mix inside the boat! There is also Gold Leaf on the Gloves of the clown figure...
A Pair of Sterling Silver Georgian Style Sauce or Gravy Boats. With Hoof Feet and Gadroon Edges. Made by Adie Brothers, London, 1933. "Reproduction Georgian Period Circa 1765" engraved on bottom, above marks. Dimensions; 6.75" long x 3.5" wide x 4.5" high; 18.4 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.
An Italian Majolica Hand Painted Basket on a Pedestal Base, with an Inset of a Classical Painting of Women. From the 1920's. Dimensions; 11" wide x 8.5" high x 5" deep. Excellent condition.
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Magnificent Murano Cased IRIDESCENT, RED, Controlled Bubbles and GOLD Art Glass ROOSTER Sculpture!!! Most likely a piece by the AVEM Company!!! The Iridescent surface is very heavy on it, and reflects all kinds of colors. There is NO damage (chips, nicks or fleabites). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Measures 8" tall x 7" long x 3 1/4" wide base … International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask!
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Beautiful Murano Cased White SPOTS and GOLD FLECKS Art Glass Bowl or Ashtray!!! Attributed to Alfredo BARBINI or Archimede SEGUSO, as both made this particular design. There are NO damages (chips, nicks, or impact marks). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Measures 6 1/4" - 6" across x 2 3/8" high … International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask!
Attractive Japanese blue imari charger, 11 1/4 inches in diameter, good condition.
Small, hand made cricket cage made of bamboo and bone with a copper handle. The cage has two tiers each with a sliding door. It measures 4.5" h, 4" w, 1.5"d.
Box with fitted lid inlaid inside and out with intricate 6 point star pattern on bronze with blue, red, black, and white. Bordered with bone. Overall great condition with slight wear and fading at base. Measures 6.5" l x 4.25" w x 1.5" h
Japanese vase of convex shape, Totai decoration of a bird and a butterfly among leaves and berry bushes. The motif created by thin metal threads is filled in with colored lacquer and polished. The brown lacquer background is carved as to resemble tree bark (totai). This complicated technique for decoration on porcelain was in use in Japan in the 1920’s and 30’s.The base with old paper label, indistinct letters in blue and the word “Lacquer”. Height "7½/ 19,2 cm...
Beautiful Japanese silk wedding kimono, woven with dramatic design of flying cranes, swirling golden clouds, and chrysanthemum blossoms on a striking blue ground, some fading on the front of kimono but overall nice condition.
Size: 71" high x 52" wide
Chinese Silver Tray with Dragon, Bamboo, Bird Marked "90 WH", Early 20th Century
It is 1.7 inches (4.5 cm) tall by 17 inches (43.3 cm) wide. It is 53 oz.
It is tarnished and has surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Yu You-Ren (1879-1964)
A master calligrapher in contemporary China.
His works are highly valued in art circles and also in the art markets...
Wonderful Blackington Sterling Silver Cigarette case, Mid 20th c.
BLACKINGTON STERLING CIGARETTE CASE, MONOGRAMMED INSIDE "H.A. FLUCHIGER". 3 1/4 X 3 1/4"; 3.34 OZT
A tobacco pouch from Indus Kohistan, probably Palas or Kolai valley. Cotton embroidered with silk in satin stitch. The string on the side of the bag is used to hang the pouch from a huqqa (water pipe) while it is being smoked. Circa second half of 20th century. Condition of this textile is excellent.
Westmoreland made Fruits on Beaded Edge in the late 1940's and 1950's. Four with the Grape illustration are available, in excellent condition. Measures 7" across. Other pieces are available.
A Kuchi dress from Afghanistan from the second half of 20th century. The dress bodice has a front slit with button closure, and dense silk embroidery adorns the bodice, sleeve ends, and bottom hem. The embroidery is mostly satin stitch, with ladder stitch and herringbone stitch on black cotton. The embroidered sleeve bands and bottom embroidered band are 2 inches in width. The printed fabric is cotton, with small turquoise, yellow and red motifs on a black background. Condition of the dress is...
Fostoria Glass Co. made this Navarre 5 3/8" 10 oz tumbler from 1936-82. It's in great shape. Thanks for looking.
Fostoria Glass Co. made these duo Navarre candlestick pairs from 1936-70. They're in great shape. Thanks for looking.
A small embroidered purse from Jaghori in Ghazni province, Afghanistan, circa mid 20th century. On fine black cotton and lined with printed fabric from Ivanovo. Extremely fine silk thread in mostly satin stitch, in various shades of yellow, green, purple and brick red, forming small, regular chevron patterns in diagonal across the entire surface of the purse. A white plastic button serves as a closure. Filling stitch is used on the flap to produce a diagonal design which is set inside another r...
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Beautiful and Very Elegant Murano Cased Copper AVENTURINE FLECKS Art Glass WAVE Bowl and Atomic Mushroom Lighter SET!!! Documented as Alfredo BARBINI, circa 1950s!!! The pieces are profusely filled with shimmering aventurine, which catch the light at every angle! The lighter is marked Japan, and it does SPARK! The mechanism looks very clean. The bowl has a White underside. They have NO damage (chips, nicks or fleabites). In EXCELLENT Con...
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Excellent Murano Cased OPALESCENT White and COPPER AVENTURINE FLECKS Art Glass Scissor Cut Rim Bowl!!! Attributed to Alfredo BARBINI, circa 1950s!!! The piece is very thick, with a round shape. I have had about 6 different ones in my collection so far, most with the Camer Glass NY label, which dates to the 1950s. It has NO damage (chips, nicks, fleabites). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!
Also available with Orange inside white Opal! Take a look...
A beautiful vintage angel skin and black coral bracelet, in excellent condition. L:17cm $115
Cambridge Glass Co. made Diane from 1934-50's. This 6.5" 3 part relish is in great shape. Thanks for looking.
In mostly satin stitch and cross stitch in silk thread, this piece measures 45½ x 36½ inches (115.6 x 92.7 cm). Saye goshe are an Uzbek V-shaped fringed hanging used to decorate piles of quilts when they are stored during the day. The blazing colors on this textile depict traditional Uzbek motifs with stylized pomegranate flowers. Still living in yurts, the Lakai Uzbek have perfected the interior decoration of their homes. The yurt is embellished with bands, cushions and covers for the bed l...
This is an old textile piece from Afghanistan, circa mid 20th century, made by Pashtuns from Ghazni province. It is a child's dress front. The textile features traditional motifs in cross stitch, silk thread in yellow, green and blue on a cotton background. There is metallic braiding appliqued on the sides and metallic silver couching at the top. The side tabs at the bottom are executed in herringbone stitch on a white cotton background. The piece is trimmed with blue glass beads at the coll...
Measuring 10¾ inches x 16 inches, this child's dress front is from Jaghori in Ghazni province. Estimated age is mid 20th century. The embroidery is amazingly precise, fine cross stitch in silk thread, while the back is a pink printed fabric probably from Russia. The edges are adorned with metallic Bokhara couching and a gold braid that frames the overall design. The bottom tabs depict rosettes in silk floss in satin stitch on white cotton. Condition of this piece is almost excellent, but ther...
A very unusual and rare early 20th C. Chinese silver medallion coin with chain. In Chinese tradition people wear this for good luck. In excellent condition. Marked. L:25cm. $165
Attractive Japanese lacquer box containing matching pair of covered boxes. The leaves and flowers of the branches design are gold makie. The large box is 12 inches x 5 inches x 2 inches high. Top of large box is slightly dulled with age and exposure. Inside boxes approx 3 inches x 5 inches x 1.5 inches high and are pristine. No loss and no damage.
A pair of very cute and old famille rose Chinese porcelain fu dogs or fu lions in excellent condition. L:15cm $135
wonderful carved figure of bird holding a flower in his beak, 4.5 inches in length and 3 inches high on a wooden base. Good condition
This glass and sterling dish was produced in the United States by the Cambridge Glass Mfg. Co. before 1950. It has a diameter of
6 1/2 inches and is 2 1/4 inches deep. The glass is acid etched with a floral pattern called “Chantilly.” The dish is divided into three sections. It has a heavy sterling silver base.
Condition: Excellent
The Mangal are one of the largest and perhaps the most powerful and influential Pashtun tribes, residing mostly in Southeastern Paktia and adjacent Khost provinces of Afghanistan. They are renowned for their independent nature and a long history of resisting British forces, central and provincial governments, Soviet army, and even fellow Pashtun Taliban militia. The Mangal tribe also reside in Pakistan's Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province, and Waziristan, in FATA (Federally Administered Tribal Areas). ...
Fostoria Cakeplate, 10.25" with the Navarre etching was made from 1936-82. This one, #2496, is in excellent condition.
Unusually large Zen Buddhist temple candlestand c. 1950. A crane standing on a mythical turtle, the auspicious symbols of longevity and happiness. Very good condition. Ask for shipping quote. H:29" x W:5"
This is a beautiful vintage kasuri kimono in new condition. The color is dark Japanese indigo blue (aizome) and white. The fabric is thicker and loosely woven, all hand sewn. Dimensions: 47 3/4" (sleeve to sleeve) x 52" long
This child's dress front in cross stich from central Afghanistan dates to the mid to late 20th century. It measures 11¾ x 18 inches (29.8 x 45.7 cm). Traditional Hazara pieces (the smallest ethnic minority group of Afghanistan), like Pashtun pieces, have a yoke under the neckline from which gathered, long panels of fabric flow. Sleeves are normally wide, and they wear matching cuffed pants underneath. The garments are decorated with embroidery at the yoke, the collar, the bottom of the sleeve...