$950
H 36 in W 1 in D 36 in
(Untitled) Filipina Woman with Pottery, in Beige, Black & Tan
Located in San Francisco, CA
Manilla-born painter Francisco “Paco” Gorospe (1939-2002) took a detour with this piece. Normally
Canvas, Oil
Unavailable
H 42 in W 30 in
Roger San Miguel (Philipino 1940); Two women; oil on canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1965. Like Paco Gorospe, his exposure at the PAG landed him his first overseas exhibit the following
Canvas, Oil
Sold
H 18.25 in W 0.5 in D 24.25 in
Paco Gorospe Filipino (1939-2002), Abstract Figurative Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Paco Gorospe Filipino (1939-2002) Oil on canvas Abstract painting of figures with fishing nets
Canvas, Oil
Rare 1940s Charger with Antelope Motif by Cole-Merris
By Cole-merris Ceramic Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This extremely rare charger -- with gold highlights and beautiful tonalities reminiscent of the work of Thomas Hart Benton -- was produced by the Cole-Merris Ceramics company in San ...
Ceramic
William and Mary Period Oyster Veneered Chest with Four Drawers
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A William and Mary period oyster walnut veneered chest of drawers on bun feet. The drawer configuration is unusual with the four long drawers as opposed to the typical two short over...
Walnut, Holly
$4,750
H 11.42 in W 11.82 in D 6.7 in
Early 20th Century Bohemian Terracotta Figure Group of Three Jews
Located in New York, NY
Painted earthenware figure group of three Jews in overcoats and skullcaps, sitting close together on a bench. Their detailed faces have stereotypical Jewish features, such as sideloc...
Terracotta
Pair of 19th Century Anglo-Indian Carved Low Benches/Ottomans
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of 19th century Anglo-Indian Burmese low benches/ottomans. Beautifully carved wood with floral motifs, foliage, and mythical creatures. Newer upholstery with elegant damask des...
Upholstery, Wood
1900, French Big Crystal Beaded Empire Dome Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing one light, rewired and ready to hang. We use certified UL US sockets and appropriate sockets for all other countries. Strands and strands of crystal beads with crystal finial...
Crystal
David Hammons, Brown & Blue Abstract
By David Hammons
Located in San Francisco, CA
This signed painting by acclaimed African-American artist David Hammons displays an early experimental use of painted material during the artist’s formative years at Otis Art Institu...
Enamel
Pair of 19th Century or Earlier Middle Eastern Armchairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of 19th Century or Earlier Middle Eastern Armchairs Bone in laid Ebonized in the Moorish style 30 x 32 x 41
Bone, Wood
19th-c. French Bronze Woman Leaning on Column
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century French bronze woman leaning on column with embossed foundry stamp.
Bronze
David Hammons, Gray & Rust Abstract
By David Hammons
Located in San Francisco, CA
This signed painting by acclaimed African-American artist David Hammons displays an early experimental use of painted material during the artist’s formative years at Otis Art Institu...
Enamel
$1,950
H 33 in W 38 in D 3 in
Henri Plisson 'French' "Coastal Scene" Original Oil on Canvas, circa 1970
By Henri Plisson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Henri Plisson (French, 1908-2002) "Coastal Scene" original oil on canvas, circa 1970 Fantastic original painting by listed French artist Henri Plisson. Original oil on canvas. ...
Canvas
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