Original limited edition silkscreen print “SIX-BANDED ARMADILLO” by Hideo Takeda (born 1948) from the Altamera series - one of a set of 10 prints each depicting an animal skeleton. Printed in 1994, signed by the artist in gold crayon and numbered 94 from of the edition of 120. The series name refers to the Cave of Altamira in Cantabria, Spain known for its Upper Paleolithic paintings of wild animals...
A beautiful Snuffbox or trinket box in enamelware depicting Italian Architecture, measuring 2.5” x 1.5”, 1” height (Quillen)
This is a really pretty Cobalt Blue Crow's Foot Crowsfoot, Line 890, tea or coffee Cup and Round Saucer set made by Paden City. This Saucer measures 6 1/4 Inches in diameter. The Cup measures 3 1/2 Inches in diameter at the top. Both the Cup and Saucer are in very good condition with no chips, cracks or scratches. We guarantee all items to be as described. THANK YOU.
A engaging contemporary Japanese print done by the noted artist, Saito Kiyoshi (1907-1997) The print is potraying a view of Horyuji, the world's oldest wooden structure and a UNESCO site. The view is possibly the walls of the sub-temple complexes that stand in front of the main temple. Age: Late Showa (c. 1950s) Size: height 23.5" width 1.5" length 20.5"
Interesting plate or dish, diameter 10 7/8", about one inch deep, with "WADE 333 Calif-U.S.A." on the bottom. I am a fine art dealer so pottery, china and ceramics are not my specialty, but Wade of California it seems was a mid century operation in Southern California---a part of the rich tradition of California pottery. Condition is excellent with no chips...
Sterling salt dish pair with serving spoon, monogrammed with W. The plain bowl sits atop circular foot with egg and dart decoration. Marked RLB, 1104, Sterling on bottom. Very nice condition with 1 salt having a very minor dent. The maker is Lunt Silversmiths of Greenfield, MA, operating since 1901.
Dimension: 2 1/8" d
Ohara Koson
Torii with Lantern and Deer
Size: Yoko chu-tanzaku. Approximately 14.5 x 5.50 inches.
Date: 1900-1910.
Bears Koson signature and seal.
Publisher: Kokkeido. Bears Kokkeido seal.
Reference: K44.12 and plate 28 in Crows, Cranes and Camellias: The Natural World of Ohara Koson (Reigle Newland).
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Some foxing (stabilized). Four small wear holes visible when held to light.
Federal Glass Company made Sharon from 1935-39. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
This modern decanter by Fratelli Toso is ideal for any collector of wine decanters. The decanter and stopper are in good condition and the decanter retains its circular blue Fratelli Toso label.
Japanese Silk Embroidery Seascape, Unsigned, 16 x 17"
1950's Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Vase with Figure Marked
It is 12.9 inches (33 cm) tall by 4.7 inches (12 cm) wide. It is 2.1 Lb.
It has dark spots, skip glaze and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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A pair of Chinese porcelain cylindrical vases in mirror image, painted in famille rose (fencai style) with maidens on a garden terrace with plum rose trees overhanging. The insides glazed white with a gilt border. The base rims unglazed. The bases glazed white with stamped iron red marks.. Drilled for electricity.
Also included is a pair of small Chinese saucers with similar images with a double gilt border and writing in black on the front...
This mask figure the very popular Monkey deity Hanuman, obvious signs of important age at least around mid 20th
H 31 cm, wide 22 cm
A custom iron stand can be offered
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Old Cafe is a smaller pattern produced by Hocking from 1936 to 1938. Offered here is the covered candy jar. The base is pink, the lid for the covered candy jar is always ruby. This candy jar has the original 'Royal Ruby' label on the lid. Excellent condition. I have others available without the label if you want to spend a little less. See my other listings for more in this pattern.
This is a textile piece from Afghanistan, probably from Bamiyan province. It is a child's vest which features very intricate embroidered patterns in bright colors and in cotton floss, in cross stitch. The top is embellished with silver metallic threads and the vest is trimmed with green glass beads on the sides, center and bottom. The back is a purple cotton fabric. The lining on the inside is a blue cotton fabric with diamond motifs...
A beautiful vintage Chinese salmon coral with jade brooch, in excellent condition. H:2"
Being offered is an exceptional and rare circa 1963 sterling silver box by William Spratling, of Taxco, Mexico.
Entirely handcrafted rectangular heavy gauge silver lid covering a carved Mexican wood box.
Dimensions: 4 1/4 inches long by 3 1/4 inches wide by 1 1/2 inches high. No monogram. Marked as illustrated in photo. In excellent condition.
An English sterling silver 2 handle loving cup or large sugar bowl, fully hallmarked for London 1923. It measures 3-5/8" diameter and 2-7/8" tall. This item has never been engraved nor had a monogram. It has very attractive ornate handles and weighs 180 grams. It has a TR maker's mark along with a stamped ROSSI NORWICH 9098 on the bottom for Theodore Rossi. It is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs.
All condition issues are noted...