Retro Sterling and malachite screw back earrings. Very striking,good stones and fine craftsmanship. /earring is worn lengthwise. Signed "Hecho en Mexico, DF, 925 with a large  More »

Retro Sterling and malachite screw back earrings. Very striking,good stones and fine craftsmanship. /earring is worn lengthwise. Signed "Hecho en Mexico, DF, 925 with a large R" and may be three initials. See hallmark.   « Less

Slip Painted Dish - AMD.146, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 800 AD to 1200 AD, Dimensions: 1.8" (4.6cm) high x 5.3" (13.5cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Medium: Glazed  More »

Slip Painted Dish - AMD.146, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 800 AD to 1200 AD, Dimensions: 1.8" (4.6cm) high x 5.3" (13.5cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Medium: Glazed Earthenware.   « Less

What might this lovely amphora have held when the Roman Empire was at its height? Fine oils to bathe the skin of a princess? A wine of rare and costly vintage? An attar made  More »

What might this lovely amphora have held when the Roman Empire was at its height? Fine oils to bathe the skin of a princess? A wine of rare and costly vintage? An attar made from a thousand crushed roses? Surely the vessel must have contained something as perfectly delicate as itself, something luxurious, pleasing to the senses. Alas! Time has caused the contents to vanish, but has consoled the vessel for its loss with a shimmering iridescence. Its appeal transcends the ages: as we delight in its beauty, we share our pleasure with those who beheld it long ago. - (GF.0241)   « Less

Slip Painted Bowl with Inscription - AMD.147, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 800 AD to 1200 AD, Dimensions: 3.5" (8.9cm) high x 8.2" (20.8cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art,  More »

Slip Painted Bowl with Inscription - AMD.147, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 800 AD to 1200 AD, Dimensions: 3.5" (8.9cm) high x 8.2" (20.8cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Medium: Glazed Earthenware.   « Less

"SA TRES GRACIEUSE MAJESTE LA REINE WILHELMINA" original color lithograph (of 200 in original edition) by Paul Emile Berthon. A classic Art Nouveau lithograph by one of the  More »

"SA TRES GRACIEUSE MAJESTE LA REINE WILHELMINA" original color lithograph (of 200 in original edition) by Paul Emile Berthon. A classic Art Nouveau lithograph by one of the two masters of the Nouveau print, the other is Alphonse Mucha, and YES I HAVE ONE, see my listing #433726. Beautiful color and condition, I have owned this lithograph since 1970. In original art nouveau frame, included in price. Dimensions: Framed Condition: Excellent, has not been out of frame since I purchased it. No fading or foxing or rips.   « Less

Kashan Incised and Pierced Bowl - AMD.148, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1100 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 3.1" (7.9cm) high x 6.8" (17.3cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art,  More »

Kashan Incised and Pierced Bowl - AMD.148, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1100 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 3.1" (7.9cm) high x 6.8" (17.3cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Kashan, Medium: Fritware. This style of bowl was a standard product of the Iranian fritware industry and similar pieces were probably made at a number of different centers. The shape is one encountered in Kashan monumental style lustres that can be dated to the last decades of the 12th Century, but continued to be used later both at Kashan and at regional centers. This style of bowl relies on the good color of glaze that the frit body enables, and the effective though simple technique of incising and piercing the bowl. The holes are pierced when the body is in a “leather-hard” state, and the perforations are filled with glaze during the firing, leaving transparent shimmering and glimmering windows. First seen in Iran in the late 12th century, it predates the Chinese use of similar decoration by several centuries.   « Less

A beautifully detailed Japanese black lacquer compartment brush box. Fine gilt floral and bird motif, nice and early work. Hinges in great condition. Condition fine  More »

A beautifully detailed Japanese black lacquer compartment brush box. Fine gilt floral and bird motif, nice and early work. Hinges in great condition. Condition fine Measurements to be added.   « Less

Since its earliest invention, glass was popular for jewelry and ornament. Its translucent brilliance attracted the eye, while its rich colors imitated rarer and more costly  More »

Since its earliest invention, glass was popular for jewelry and ornament. Its translucent brilliance attracted the eye, while its rich colors imitated rarer and more costly gems. This lovely bracelet dates to the Roman period, when the art of ancient glassmaking was at its height. Its narrow size indicates it was worn by a child. Utterly simple, it nonetheless conveys the impression of timeless style and beauty. It is colored a gorgeous sapphire blue. We can imagine the person whose wrist it adorned long ago delighting in its charms as we still do today. - (GF.0253)   « Less

Majolica Barbotine (high relief) Lemons in pyramid form. A rare and fine Italian signed Bassano, early Naples (Giorni mark) and lovely find. Measurements and more photos  More »

Majolica Barbotine (high relief) Lemons in pyramid form. A rare and fine Italian signed Bassano, early Naples (Giorni mark) and lovely find. Measurements and more photos today. Approx 15". Condition; Very good. A few minor chips on leaves, typical of majolica of this age Please see my other fantastc vewggies,fruit and floral barbotines liste under majolica...   « Less

Kashan Lustre Jug - AMD.149, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1000 AD to 1200 AD, Dimensions: 9.8" (24.9cm) high x 5.9" (15.0cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: 'Monumental  More »

Kashan Lustre Jug - AMD.149, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1000 AD to 1200 AD, Dimensions: 9.8" (24.9cm) high x 5.9" (15.0cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: 'Monumental Style' Kashan, Medium: Fritware, Condition: Extra Fine.   « Less