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Chinese carved yellow and caramel colored sealstone, depicting two Lohan riding on the back of a Gilin, fine quality carving. Size: Measurements are 3 1/2"H x 2 1/2"W. Condition Report: Good condition, wood base excluded.

Description: Wonderful French miniature painting, The sitter is very attractive lady, Flora, dressed in colorful flowers wearing floral crown like hat. The artist's signature, J. Caveto, is displayed on the left side of portrait. The portrait, in machine turned bronze framed, is housed in a dark wooden frame. Dimensions: The portrait is 2.75 inches in diameter and frame size is 5"H x 5"W. This portrait belongs to early 20th century era and in great condition, some surface abrasion to the fra...

Very fine Indian miniature painting on marble panel, depicting the royal court with the King on the Throne, close attention to details, use of vibrant gilt colors. The common and typical miniature paintings of this kind includes painting on ivory or paper or wood and this is my first experience involving use of marble in such painting. Size: Panel measures 6"H x 4"W. Condition Report: This item is in good condition and due to use of thin plastic cover, for better protection, the photos are refl...

Chinese Celadon Jade Pendant: carved in deep relief on one side with dragon, bat and gourd, the grey-green jade with some russet staining; Size: L: 4"

Vintage Indian Silver Tobacco, Betel Box. Description: This an Indian Kutch attractive Silver tobacco or betel box. It is Oval shape with repousse silver depicting floral motif on the lid and side area with an small oval shape presentation space which is blank. Size: The box's Measurements are 4 1/4"L X 2 1/4"W. Condition: The box is in fairly good condition with a ding on the base. keep in mind that all our items are secondhand and therefore there are always slight signs of gentle use. ...

Antique European Repousse Silver Salt & Pepper Shakers, 19th C. Description: This is a pair of elaborate repousse silver salt & pepper shakers, last quarter of 19th century, decorated extensively and delicately with repousse floral motif, with the lid on the bottom, the pair is European in origin, most likely Austro-Hungarian. Size: Each of this beautiful pair of shakers is 2.5" in height, and quite heavy. Condition: The pair are in very good condition, problem free, from late 20th cent...

Antique Persian Silver Salt & Pepper Shakers. Description: This is a gorgeous pair of hand made silver salt & pepper shakers, mid 20th century, hammered to an smooth egg shape surface. Size: The salt shaker height is 3", and pepper shaker stands 2.5" tall, and the set is quite heavy in weight. Condition: This item is in very good condition, problem free, from mid 20th century era. Shipping is FREE within the U.S, items paid with credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only!

Description: Persian manuscript page, 18th century or possibly earlier, watercolor painting and script.The page size is 10.25" x 6.5", frame size 16.5" x 12.5" and in good condition. Collection of a University of Cincinnati professor.

Description: Persian manuscript page, 18th century or possibly earlier, watercolor painting and script.The page size is 10.25" x 6.5", frame size 16.5" x 12.5" and in good condition with some loss to the paint. Collection of a University of Cincinnati professor.

Description: Very attractive and delicate sterling silver bowl with appealing design. It measures 9 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches high and it weights 13 TOZ, in great condition.

Fine antique Chinese enameled porcelain Jar, depicting floral design with windows of Chinese characters, late 19th century period. Size; Height of vase is 5 inches, in good condition.

Well carved antler netsuke; of an oni carrying an umbrella, some inked details, early 19th century period. Size; Height of this carving is 2 inches. Condition Report; Good condition, age wear.

Chinese near white toggle depicting a figure with lingzhi, late 19th/early 20th century period. Size; Height of carving is 2 1/4 inches, with no imperfections.

Chinese carved celadon jade pendant, depicting a Guanyin in sitting position on one side and carved Chinese Characters on the other, carving seems to be from early to mid 20th century period. Size; Dimensions of carving are 2 7/8"H x 1 5/8"W, in fair condition.

Chinese carved celadon jade pendant, depicting a Guanyin in sitting position on one side and carved Chinese Characters on the other, carving seems to be from early to mid 20th century period. Size; Dimensions of carving are 2 3/8"H x 1 5/8"W, in fair condition.

19th cen. Italian hand painted miniature by Darulia depicting a European lady adorned with jewelry, the image measuring 3.75" x 2.5", the mosaic bone ornately engraved frame measuring 7" x 5.5" (a few age cracks to the frame panels) c.1840-1880

Finely executed late 19th century bronze figure of a young boy wearing hat, faint polychrome remaining, signed illegibly. Size: 8.5 inches high including the base.

Large cylindrical Kangxi-style blue and white porcelain with design of precious vessels and Buddhist emblems. Size: Diameter of the brushpot is 6.5 inches with the height of 6 inches.

Chinese silver box, decorated with dragon and phoenix design in high relief and a jade stone mounted between them, a band of floral design in relief surrounding the base, late 19th/ early 20th century period. Size; Length of silver box is 3 inches with height of 1.75 inches. Condition Report; Good condition.

Carved Ebony Figural Netsuke, depicting a nude Okame figure, signed. Size; Height 2 1/4 inches. Condition Report; Good condition. Property from the Collection of Dr. J. Don Nelson, Fargo, North Dakota

Chinese carved celadon jade toggle, in the form of a fish and floral design, carving seems to be from early to mid 20th century period. Size; Dimensions of carving are 3 1/4"H x 1 3/4"W, in good condition.

Chinese carved celadon jade toggle, depicting a bird and floral design, carving seems to be from early to mid 20th century period. Size; Dimensions of carving are 2.5"H x 2"W, in good condition.

Chinese bronze lion shape censer/incense burner, bearing Daqing seal mark. Dimension: 115 x 87 x 127 (mm) or 4.53 x 3.43 x 5 inches with total weight of 1.27 lbs/574 grams. No condition issues.

Hand-carved Chinese natural jade pendant, depicting mandarin duck, certificate included. Dimension: 85 x 64 x 30 (mm) or 3.35 x 2.52 x 1.18 inches with total weight of 0.52 lbs/236 grams, no condition issues.

Chinese Bronze Figure of Kwan Yin. Left hand raised in Buddhist mudra meditation. The gown the figure is wearing has embossed all over floral decoration. In good condition. Measures 6 inches in height.

Chinese greenish-grey jade carving depicting Shoulou, God of Longevity, holding a staff, having smooth polished surfaces with incised details, 19th century period. Size; Heigh of carving is 2.5 inches, old small chip to the staff.

Very well crafted French crucifix, of ebonized wood mounted with a nickeled cast Corpus Christi with carved terminating cross ends, overall height 16.75 inches (42.5 cm). From 19th century period, overall in good condition.

Fine antique 800 silver & turquoise European tray, 800 silver marke, late 19th/early 20th century era. Size; Dimensions are 1 5/8" H x 5 1/4” W x 5 1/4” D. Weight: 5 TOZ, No condition issues.

Well carved Chinese carved jade Quilin, dimensions are 3.2 x 1.6 x 1.15 inches, late 19th/early 20th century period, in good condition.

Fine Japanese carved wood netsuke; of dogs playing (some chips), from end of 19th century period. Provenance: by repute ex-Clark Collection, Honolulu

This is an absolutely stunning Gorham Sterling silver soap box which has been elaborately decorated with floral motif on the lid and the base. The case is hallmarked. The artist's workmanship on this item is just fabulous. Size: The case's Measurements are 4"L X 2.75"W. Condition: The case is in fairly good condition problem free, and according to hallmark belongs to last quarter of 19th century. Keep in mind that all our items are secondhand and therefore there are always slight signs of...

Description: Wonderful hand made sterling silver ceremonial Indian tea pot, well crafted, finely engraved with floral design, 7 5/8" in height and 6 5/8" in width with the the diameter of 3 inches. This item is in good condition with a minor dent to the side.

Pair of Japanese Baluster Vases, Kutani style with multi-figural decoration to body and landscape vignettes to neck with dragon handles, each marked on underside. Size; each vase with height of 8 inches, in very good condition, one slightly taller the the other!

Chinese famille egg-shell porcelain baluster vase, 20th. c, figures interacting in an outdoor setting near a bonsai tree, black and orange beaded swag on neck, script calligraphy on verso, minor loss of paint, marks as pictured. Size; height of this fine vase is 9.25 inches, in good condition.

Chinese green stone jar with a removable lid; the container is in the cylindrical shape and depicting Chinese calligraphy. Size; Diameter of this jar is 4.5 inches with height of 6.75 inches. Condition Report; Good condition. Wood base is excluded.

Chinese famille rose enameled porcelain plate, decorated with peony and floral design, six characters Chinese seal mark, late 19th century period. Size, diameter of the plate is 7 1/8 inches, in good condition with a couple of minor flea bites, hardly visible, to the rim.

Antique carved and deeply stained bone netsuke: Gamma Sennin standing and holding an object, 19th Century era. Size; Height of carving is 2 3/8 inches, fair condition.

Wonderful Painting of an allegorical scene on porcelain. Dimensions: 21 x 21 x 2 ½ inches. Condition Report: Excellent condition.

Indian school,wonderful Indian miniature painting, depicting Mugal royalty, prince and princess, vibrant color and masterful work with close attention to details. Size: This incredible painting has a dimension of 5 x 2-3/4 inches housed in a 10 x 8 inches attractive frame. Condition report: Excellent condition.

Indian school,wonderful Indian miniature painting, depicting Mugal Emperor, most likely Akbar holding a cup in right hand, vibrant color and masterful work with close attention to details. Size: This incredible painting has a dimension of 5-1/2 x 3 inches housed in a 10-1/4 x 8 inches attractive frame. Condition report: Great condition.

Indian school,wonderful Indian miniature painting, depicting what seems to be an Indian prince, vibrant color and masterful work with close attention to details. Size: This incredible painting has a dimension of 5-1/2 x 3 inches housed in a 10-1/4 x 8 inches attractive frame. Condition report: Great condition.

Indian school,wonderful Indian miniature painting, depicting Mughal Emperor and probably his concubine, vibrant color and masterful work with close attention to details. Size: This incredible painting has a dimension of 3-3/8 x 2-5/8 inches housed in a 8 x 7-1/2 inches attractive frame. Condition report: Excellent condition.

Fine Burmese DHA dagger With grip and silver mounts with filigree work.Broad, single-edged blade. Latter-19th century. Size: Overall length 24.1 cm. Condition Report: Good condition.

Carved handle is 5/8 inches high and 1 1/4 inches wide. Art Deco Dance Cane-Ca. 1925-Ivory handle, signed sterling collar, oval ebonized shaft and a horn ferrule Overall length of the cane is 35 3/4 inches. Condition Report: Good condition

Antique German Hand Painted Porcelain Plaque of RUTH Description: This exquisite and wonderful porcelain plaque features RUTH holding a bouquet in her left hand and with the left holding a few branches, standing in a farmland. The painting is mounted in a gilt wood frame. The artist has rendered his talent through use of vibrant and lovely colors of the subject matter. This item is German in origin and the painting is of the most exquisite quality similar to pieces produced by Royal Vienna...

this absolutely striking and well executed Continental miniature painting exhibit a charming and extremely pretty lady sitting in typical pose for the time period. She is in a fabulous red dress with the hairdo fashionable for 19th century. The artist has successfully rendered his talent portraying this lovely woman, with great taste in choosing contrasting colors. The painting, signed by the artist, is from late 19th century time period, in overall good condition with a hairline on top sectio...

This magnificent Victorian sterling silver cigarette case contains a medallion at the front with a crest above a banner that reads "Foy Pour Devoir (Faithful to Duty)". The interior has a gold wash and is stamped at both covers and includes the maker's initials "HTB" enclosed within a rectangle, a lion passant, an uncrowned leopard's head, the date letter "A" and the duty mark of the monarch (Queen Victoria 1). Size: Measurements are 3 1/4"L X 2 1/8"W. Condition: The case is in superb condi...

Description: This is a finest quality three pieces porcelain smoking set. All three items are decorated with three different factory painted scenery surrounded with elaborate floral motif along with gilt trim alongside dishes and every painting.The set is from 19th century. Size: The tray measures 10" long, the box is 4"L x 1.5"H, and chamberstick stands 3" tall and is 3 1/4" in diameter on the base. Condition: This set in overall good condition with gilding rubbed due to the old age. Shippi...

Introduction: Beatrice d'Este (June 29, 1475 - January 2, 1497) belongs to the best class of Renaissance women, and was one of the culture influences of the age; to a great extent, her patronage and good taste are responsible for the splendour of the Castello of Milan, the Certosa of Pavia, and many other famous buildings in Lombardy. A fresco with her portrait faces da Vinci's Last Supper in the refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan. She is a central character in E. L. Konigsburg...

Description: Persian manuscript page, 19th century or possibly earlier, gilded miniature painting of the king's court with gilt script on the top. Copy of the verso taped to the back of the frame. The page size is 7.5" x 4.25", frame size 11.5" x 9.5" and in very good condition.

Description: Persian manuscript page, 19th century or possibly earlier, gilded miniature painting of the king's court with gilt script on the top. Copy of the verso taped to the back of the frame. The page size is 7.5" x 4.25", frame size 11.5" x 9.5" and in very good condition.

19th c. Box w/ Miniature Portrait painting Lid. The Round Box has a Hand Painted Portrait Under Glass Depicting a Lady in a Blue Dress Holding a Corsage, wearing a Ribbon-Tied, Powdered Wig. 2 7/8" Diameter.

Indian miniature painting of Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz, painting is very detailed, mounted on a red velvet background and housed in gilt bronze frame, Painting is 3 1/4" x 1 1/4" and frame measures 6.5" x 5.5". Condition Report: Great condition belonging to late 19th century era.

19th c Miniature Portrait Painting; a Bearded Gentleman in Red Coat & Black Bow Tie. Artist Signed Illegibly (Possibly Giuseppe Verdi). Framed; 5.75" x 4.75". Good condition with small losses to the corner of frame.

Chinese underglaze blue & white vajra sectioned small lidded porcelain box, decorated with scrolling peony tendrils, the base reads 'Yu Chun Tang'. Size; Measurements are 4 1/2"L x 2"H, in great condition.

Fine Japanese enameled porcelain tobacco bowl, with the interior and exterior decorated with floral design, late 19th century period. Size; Height of bowl is 2 1/2 inches with diameter of 5 1/2 inches. Condition Report; This item is in good condition, with the exception of tiny chip to the enamel at the well of the bowl.

Chinese boxwood carving figure of a standing maiden, late 19th/ early 20th century period, 12.5 inches tall, a few hairlines and age cracks.

Chinese carved jade figure of a standing woman holding a few objects, 5 1/4 inches in height in good condition.

Finely crafted, delicately carved Japanese wood netsuke, depicting a Toad, late 19th/early 20th century period. Size; Dimensions are 2"L x 1.25"H. Condition Report; Fair condition, age crack to the side.

Chinese Porcelain hat stand decorated with the eight auspicious symbols of Buddhism, bears Chinese seal mark to the base, late 19th century period. Size; Height of vase is 11 inches. Condition Report; Fair condition.