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$28 USDRare Vintage Butterscotch and Black Bakelite Mah Jongg Bettor
Collectibles:Games:Mah Jongg
Originally from a black and butterscotch enrobed mah jongg set (since sold) this is a duplicate bettor. It is in excellent condition. Solid black on one side, Mottled butterscotch on other. Symbols are white and vivid on black. Measures 1 1/2" in diameter.
$300 USDIvory Netsuke Zodiac All 12 Animals in a Ball
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian:Netsuke
If you've already seen my other zodiac ball separately listed (see last photo) then you will see quite a difference. This one is also very nice, but it just shows the heads of the animals rather than the full bodies like the other. Also, we don't think it is as old. It includes the heads of a rabbit, rat, horse, ram, tiger, ox, monkey, snake, rooster, boar, dog, and dragon. It measures 1 1/2" x 1 1/4" x 3/4" and is in excellent condition. Also, if you wish to be notified of new additions or ...
$218 USDInterior Miniature Ivory Carving Fishing Scene Inside Fruit
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian
Apparently carved from the base of an ivory tusk, this interesting piece has an entire panorama carved in miniature inside the tusk! It is a fishing village scene at the shore. A huge net is cast in the foreground and just beyond, on the shore, you can see other men and trees. On the side, where a naturally occurring hole is, there is a "peephole view". The piece measures 2 1/4" x 2 1/2" x 1 1/2" and is in excellent condition. It is artist signed on back side. There is another figural carved ...
$225 USDOriental Jade Sculpture of Grapes and Vines
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian
We are in the process of redecorating one of our rooms and have decided to part with this vintage sculpture which has held a prominent position on one end of our cabinet. It is 15" high x 13" wide and 3 1/2" deep. It is very heavy as there are large pieces of dark green jade mounted on the base and used as vertical supports along the back and of course, throughout the sculpture (see photos). The sculpture depicts white and red grapes along with leaves and viny offshoots. It is in excellent ...
$128 USDVintage 1993 Patriotic Rhinestone Encrusted Estee Lauder Compact
Collectibles:Vanity Items:Compact
Depicted in the Compact Book (for sale separately) this compact lists for $150.00-175.00 and dates from 1993. The patriotic theme comes on the heals of the first gulf war (Desert Storm). It is in excellent condition. The mirror is intact and clear as are all the rhinestones and red and blue enamel work. The powder or other contents are gone. Signed Estee Lauder on inside rim as shown.
$120 USDCast Iron Angel Doorknocker
Collectibles:Architectural:Doorknocker
This is an interesting fixture for your front door or perhaps even for a large cabinet or your powder room door! The form is such that the knocker part appears to be the arms of the winged angel. There is even a bow tied around the neck of the angel. The base plate forms the body as a textured piece. It is a dark, mainly black color but there are some rusty brown areas that help give it life and dimension. Excellent working order. Two threaded holes allow you to mount this to your door. 8" x 4 1/2".
$75 USDPair of Ecru Crocheted Gloves and Drawstring Purse ca. 1900
Collectibles:Textiles:Gloves And Purses
These antique items are in excellent, wearable condition. Because they are crocheted, the gloves are stretchy and should fit a medium to large hand. The purse features a crocheted rose in the center on both the front and back as well as dangling crocheted balls. The purse measures 8" x 5 1/4" not counting the dangling balls. The gloves measure approx. 8" long x 3 1/4" across (it stretches as much as an inch so don't be afraid they won't fit if you are an average to large).
$110 USDTortoise Shell Hinged Cigarette Case
Collectibles:Accessories:Boxes
Measuring approx. 3" x 2 7/8" x 5/8" this is a unique item. The clasp works great and snaps shut. The condition is excellent with extremely minor use scratches on the surface. (wouldn't be old if these were lacking). Most likely from the early 1900s. Neat item that you could probably repurpose to carry other things than cigarettes. Of course, when it was used for cigarettes, it would have been non-filtered ones.
$128 USDCobalt Cut to Clear Crystal Covered Jar
Collectibles:Art Glass
In excellent condition, this covered jar features numerous "portholes" cut into the glass that range in color from deep cobalt blue to clear. There is just enough wear on the ground, flat bottom to indicate that this piece has some good age to it. Our best guess is mid-20th century, but perhaps earlier. It measures 8 1/2" high. It is 3 3/4" in diameter at the top rim. The glass at the point is 3/16" thick. Cobalt glass is certainly the majority favorite and this form is unusual and unusually ...
$38 USD1956 US Air Force Swagger Stick Trench/Shell Art Souvenir Engraved
Collectibles:Militaria
This 17 1/4" hardwood and brass swagger stick is engraved as follows, (all in caps) LT COL SID KUR USAR BIG SUP CEN YOKOHAMA JAPAN 1956 Apparently the top and tip are brass made from ammunition. Here is a direct quote excerpted from Wikipedia, "Swagger sticks were once in vogue in the United States Marine Corps, starting as an informal accessory carried by officers in the late 19th century. In 1915, it gained official approval as recruiters were encouraged to carry them to improve public image. ...
$95 USDEarly Deruta Italy Faience/Majolica Double Inkwell
Collectibles:Inkwells:Inkstands
This lovely inkwell is made out of tin-glazed earthenware. What defines and distinguishes faienceware is exactly that - that it be made of tin-glazed earthenware. The very white whites that could be achieved mimicked porcelain and was highly prized. Italy, France, and the Netherlands refers to this type of ware as faienceware while most of the rest of Europe, calls it majolica. This inkwell features love handpainting. The handpainted fantasy bird-like creatures are part of the painted design. ...
$450 USDUnique Vintage Coral and Turquoise Encrusted Foo Dog Incense Burner
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian
Over the last 25 years of being in the antique business we have seen foo dogs like this but not in this size! Really a statement piece. It displays extraordinarily well and of course, is fully functional as an incense burner. Complete with tongue dangling, this threatening looking foo dog (protector of your home/temple) functions as an incense burner when you remove its head and place the incense inside the body. As the incense burns, smoke spews from its mouth! Really great. Literally encrusted ...
$1,395 USD1914-1916 French Pink Enamel Vanity Set on Sterling Silver Travel Set - FIT FOR A QUEEN!
Collectibles:Vanity Items:Dresser Set:Enamel On Sterling:French
Oh my! Top of the line! Fit for a queen! This exquisite French made, sterling silver and pink enamel travel set is one of the best I've ever seen. This rare travel set consists of the following 12 pieces: 2 perfume bottles with stoppers, 2 larger bottles for liquids with no stoppers, 1 hair brush, 1 clothes brush, 1 long cylindrical covered jar (for q-tips perhaps or the equivalent for its day), 1 rectangular jar with cover, 2 enamelled lids to missing small powder jars, a leather backed, easel ...
$250 USDFrench Josef of France Hand Beaded and Embroidered Vintage Purse
Collectibles:Accessories:Purses
This is an amazing handbeaded and embroidered purse made in France by Josef's. It is in excellent condition. It can be worn as either a clutch or a handbag as it has a slim chain. The cabochon quartz catch opens and closes very firmly. The purse measures approx. 9 1/2" x 5 1/2" and can hold all you will need for an evening out! No missing beads or loose threads. The cream colored interior satin lining is in excellent condition too.
$158 USDIvory Carved Hotei Happy Buddha
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian
Such a sweet, affable face! Nice round belly. This carving is attached to a stand. Excellent condition. He measures 2 1/2" x 1 3/4" not counting the stand.
$95 USDVintage Beaded and Sequined Purse with Convertible Handle
Collectibles:Accessories:Purses
This is a versatile clutch or handbag and is extremely roomy. It features a plethora of small white beads and aurora borealis type sequins so it is quite flashy when the light hits it. The gold metal arched top has an amazingly sturdy double clasp mechanism - inside, hidden from view is a second clasp. Also the metal snake handle can be complete tucked inside because of the folding fittings attaching the handle. It measures 10" x 6". It is in excellent condition. The satin lining is very ...
$195 USDFierce Chinese Dragons Gilt Bronze Censor (Incense burner)
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian
This is an extremely fine and detailed dragon decorated incense burner. It is carved in high relief so that all the details of the several dragons and their scales and other various textures are very visible. Stylized cloud relief as well. It measures approx. 5 1/2" x 5 1/2". Excellent condition. Very heavy at around 2.3 pounds.
$238 USDFigural Polychrome Japanese Carved Ivory Ear of Corn with Interior Village Scene
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian
This charming ivory carving depicts an ear of corn complete with yellow kernels and slightly green husk. The piece of ivory has been carved from a single piece and hollowed out to reveal a village scene of working men, a bridge, trees, etc. A truly memorable trinket from the old Japan. The base is carved flattened so it can stand on its own. It is also artist signed (see last photo). The signature is incised into the carving and not colored in so as not to detract from the overall look. The ...
$450 USDExciting Ivory Netsuke Zodiac Ball with Dragon - 12 Carved Animals
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian:Netsuke
This was the crown jewel of our netsuke collection. The 12 creatures of the Japanese Zodiac are all beautiful carved in full body form. Nice heft and round shape feels good in the hand. Artist signed too. Excellent condition. The critters represented are dragon, horse, ram, monkey, rabbit, tiger, rat, dog, boar, ox, rooster, and snake. Beautifully incised details. This netsuke is pre-WW1. Approx. 1 3/4" largest and 1 1/2" smallest dimension. Also, if you wish to be notified of new additions or ...
$168 USDIvory Frog Netsuke with Baby Frog
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian:Netsuke
This is a very cute vintage netsuke. It has a really nice form and feels good in the hand. The pattern on the frogs skin is incised as are the eyes. Artist signed on the base. The base is also carved with the webbed feet of the frog. Very wearable. The color is a dark beige - possibly what they call a "tea stain". It compliments the carving very nicely. It measures 1 3/4" x 1 1/2".
$395 USDAmazingly Detailed "Pigeon Blood" Cloisonne Vase with Roses on Sterling
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian
This magnificently executed pigeon blood (so called because of the deep red color of the background) is exceptional for several reasons. The gradation of colors in the enamel is very difficult to accomplished and has been done very skillfully. It is mounted with sterling silver base and rim. Even the greens of the leaves and shades are wonderfully shaded. The background red color is done atop a foiled engineered ground of bamboo leaves and patterning. This vase is in excellent condition - no ...
$50 USDItalian Micromosaic Frame with Arch Top
Collectibles:Vanity Items:Frames
Complete with forget-me-nots, this small, arch topped micromosaic frame is adorable. It measures approx. 2 1/2" x 2" wide. Excellent condition. We do not believe this to be more than 20 years old although it looks like the antique ones. It is marked "Made in Italy" on the back side. Easel support.
$99 USDRussian Lacquer Miniature Painting on Papier Mache Box Kholui
Collectibles:Russian Lacquer Boxes
This box, like the others listed on my site, were acquired as part of a large estate in the early 1990's. They have been in my safekeeping for the last 17 years and are now available for sale. This octagonal box measures approx. 4 5/8" x 3 3/8" and is about 1 3/8" tall. It is hinged-lidded. The lid is domed and is decorated allover up to the edges. It is octagonal. Expertly painted. Artist signed. There is some crazing of the surface (see closeup near the bottom edge) which is why the price is ...
$225 USD SaleSALE Giuseppe Armani Clown with Balloons
Collectibles:Decorative Arts
Tall and detailed, this Florence Sculpture d'Arte/Giuseppe Armani Smiling Clown with ballons has red hair and a big painted face and is holding a string that leads to a bunch of high-flying balloons! Perfect for all you clown collectors out there! Now...click on the photo to enlarge it. Listed way below its smrp of $375.00.
$900 USDFigural 7 PC Bimini Austrian Glass Decanter Set Naked/Nude Women
Collectibles:Art Glass:Bimini
I suppose "voluptuous" might be as fitting as "zoftik" but somehow the latter captures these pieces to a "T" (and "A") - if you know what I mean! There are 6 glasses and one footed decanter with the stopper. Inside the decanter is one of the ladies while the other ladies make up the stems of the glasses. All are in excellent, undamaged condition. All are featherweight and of course, fragile. The shipping quote below is not accurate. Please email for an accurate cost.
$125 USDRaised Gold and Romantic Scene Hinged Porcelain Box
Collectibles:Accessories:Boxes
This lovely oval trinket box has a hinged lid. The lid is ornately decorated with a romantic scene of a young man playing a flute to a lovely girl with a basket of fruits. It is artist signed "A. Max" and is a combination of handpainting and transfer print. The scrolled edges and bottom front and back trims are in raised gold. The metal rim is gold tone as well. It measures approximately 6 1/2" x 4 1/2" x 3" high. No breaks, cracks, repairs, etc. There is a hallmark on the bottom (blue ...
$55 USDEbony and Ivory/Bone Elephant
Collectibles:Decorative Arts
Nicely carved ebony elephant with ivory or bone tusks and inlaid eyes. It measures approx. 4 1/2" x 3 3/4".
$65 USDArt Nouveau Chamberstick
Collectibles:Art Nouveau
Unmarked but looking like silver or at least silverplate, this nice item measures approx. 5" in diameter and 4" high. Excellent condition.
$375 USDSigned Ivory Polychrome Netsuke Depicting 2 Men Playing the Game of Go
Collectibles:Decorative Arts:Asian:Netsuke
This is a classic Japanese subject and it is exceedingly well carved in this polychrome ivory netsuke. The details continue to the underside of the base where you see the toes of the men curled under them and the grain of the wooden block incised and detailed. Very charming expressions on the faces of the players. One strokes his beard while looking heavenward for inspiration, while the other studies the board and adjusts his spectacles! The netsuke measures 2" x 1 1/4" x 1" and is in excellent ...
$125 USDRound Handpainted Legend Box Papier Mache Russian Kholui
Collectibles:Russian Lacquer Boxes
This looks like a picnic scene in wheat fields. It is one of the many legend boxes we acquired and that are being listed on my site. This one, in excellent condition, measures approximately 2 1/2" in diameter and is about 1 1/4" in high. Artists signed. See details in photos.
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