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Impressive Victorian Banded Agate Desk Seal
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This monumental desk seal dates to the Victorian era and has been carved from a large piece of banded agate. The faceted piece of agate features heavy ...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Queensland
Materials
Agate
Milan round glass table
By Piero Lissoni
Located in Brisbane, QLD
Post Modern Design
By Glas Italia
Design Piero Lissoni
POS20 140cm Round 72cm high (with 3 hand-blown glass legs)
As new condition
Post Modern
The feet are in moulded and shaped ...
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Queensland
Materials
Glass
Bold Icon Diamond Studs with Iconic claws 18K
Located in Brisbane, AU
Bold Icon studs featuring a high quality pair of white diamonds in our signature fierce talons.
Pair of 0.30ct diamonds. = 0.60ct total
Ethically sourced natural diamonds
Ethicall...
Category
2010s Australian Artisan Queensland
Materials
Diamond
0.80ct FSI pear cut diamond ring wedding band eternity
Located in Brisbane, AU
4 x 0.20ct FSI diamonds *natural mine diamonds*
=0.80ct diamonds total
18ct yellow gold
custom made to your size
comes with gift box
please advise our customer sales team your si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Oceanic Artisan Queensland
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s Vintage Cultured Pearl Clip On Earrings 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 14 carat yellow gold, these elegant vintage clip-on earrings each feature a high luster round cultured pearl attached to a stud clip and two additional pearls suspended on...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Queensland
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Reinvented Vintage 1960s Seed Pearl Pendant 14 Carat Yellow Gold & 9 Carat Chain
Located in Hamilton, AU
Lovingly crafted in 14 carat gold, this gorgeous pendant is a reinvented 1960s pendant. The whimsically captivating arrow setting, marked midway with a delightful butterfly, is set w...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Queensland
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
15.66ct Blue Topaz and Diamond Forget Me Knot Ring
Located in Brisbane, AU
15.66ct Cushion Cut Blue Topaz
Diamond encrusted basket and roped band
Pearl enamel royal crest detail underneath the setting
18ct white gold
Ready to ship! Please message our customer service...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
Contemporary Platinum Channel Set Princess Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in platinum, this lovely contemporary ring features a scintillating row of nine channel set princess cut diamonds along the front of a glea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Queensland
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Jugendstil Inkwell & Tray Attributed to Erhard & Söhne
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted in Germany during the Art Nouveau era, this brass and rosewood inkwell and stand is attributed to makers Erhard & Söhne. The ornate 'Jugendstil' style stand has been crafted ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Queensland
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This rather delightful pair of platinum and diamond earrings date to the Art Deco period and have been made by hand. The stud type earrings have a platinum thread and screw back, mea...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Circa 1920s Bloodstone Signet Ring 15 Carat Rose Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
A bold and stylish 1920s antique jewel - our Jame Ring is crafted in 15 carat rose gold. Her diamond cut bloodstone with speckles of orange red is framed in rich smooth gold, all sh...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Queensland
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Croc Tail Ring in 18ct Rose Gold with Pink Argyle Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
Making a strong yet playful statement, the croc tail ring is designed in 18ct rose gold. The surface texture is created by meticulously marking the surface hundreds of times by hand. Brilliant-cut Pink Argyle diamonds...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold
Chinese Art Deco, Soft Pastel Antique Carpet
Located in WYNNUM, QLD
Chinese Art Deco
Chinese Art Deco circa 1930
Measures: 10 ft. 1 inch x 8 ft 1 inch
Acquired from a Sydney estate
This genre of hard-wearing carpets has gained significant designer and consumer interest over the past ten or more years. We acquired this piece in Sydney recently for its uncommon soft pastel colours and especially its fine artistry and hand etching of classic Chinese design elements. In our opinion as art dealers this fine piece strikes the right balance between space and graceful embroidery/patterns we seek in an ideal example . The understated mauve and pale green combine to create a soothing sense of calm acting as a base for the fine embroidery, which please examine.
In truth the oft used title of this type of carpet is a misnomer – they are not, design wise, art deco. They only happened to be made in the 1920’s and mainly the 1930's - coincident to the Art Deco movement which stressed minimal and forceful angular images, like the architecture of the same name. True Art deco carpets are very rare and costly , and feature austere, minimalist designs . But the name has stuck, and at least is accurate as to the period .
The Chinese look , a collaborative style, took off and was popular primarily in America and Europe during this period . Key designers such as Walter Nichols worked during the time with weavers and small manufacturers in China .
In recent years this genre of carpet in good condition has been steadily appreciating , and is thus an actual investment ; good examples are increasingly difficult to find , and they do represent a period of specific artistry which has not been successfully duplicated . At 90`-100 years of age they are approaching the " antique" category .
This piece was purchased from the owner of one of northern Sydney's 60-70 distinguished Art Deco homes where it looked beautiful, offset by an AD fireplace( angular, austere) surround in marble colours ( predominately pinks and greens ) which "mirrored " the carpet .
Though it is a matter of personal taste, of course, the muted pastel colours in this piece are more elegant and dignified than many of the more bright -even garish - examples found in this genre , in our opinion, and much harder to find - one criterion for investment value .
Also, such a carpet will work well in a wider variety of environments, stylistically, from an interior design perspective: whether living, dining, games room, library , large foyer or bedroom . In other words, one does not need a " Chinese" or Asian themed overall design for this piece to wonderfully complement the decor - in the way that a single Chinese wall scroll...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Queensland
Materials
Wool
Castellani Brooch in 15 Karat Gold with Shakudo Plaque
By Castellani
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This wonderful 15 karat yellow gold and Japanese shakudo brooch pin was crafted by the famous firm 'Castellani'. The Etruscan Revival style pin features...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Queensland
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Shakudo
Regency Period, Gold, Amethyst & Citrine Desk Seal
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Perhaps the finest and rarest desk seal we have had in our collection to date is this Regency period, 18 karat yellow gold, amethyst and citrine example. The handle of the piece is c...
Category
19th Century British Regency Antique Queensland
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Period, Gold and Aquamarine Brooch Pin
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A beautiful Retro period gold brooch set with an octagonal cut aquamarine. This pin is finely crafted from twisted 10 karat yellow gold to form a spiral, with the centre set with a '...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Retro Queensland
Materials
Aquamarine, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Three Piece Coffee Set by Sigvard Bernadotte for Georg Jensen
By Georg Jensen
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This three piece sterling silver coffee set was designed by Sigvard Bernadotte and manufactured by Georg Jensen. The elongated set is known as pattern '967' and is one of the more sc...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Queensland
Materials
Sterling Silver
Impressive Diamond & Pearl Bracelet Set in Platinum Retailed by David R. Balogh
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This knockout bracelet which dates to the 1960s was retailed by Miami based jeweller David R. Balogh and has been crafted from platinum, diamonds and cultured pearls. The bracelet has a central plaque that features a cluster of diamonds and pearls, the diamonds of various cuts including semi-modern round brilliant, triangle step, round brilliant and single cut. From each side of this central plaque stem four strands of cultured akoya pearls...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
The Croc Tail Cuff Bangle in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Tails powerfully entwine the wearers wrist, the gently overlapping scales creating structure that echoes the Australian saltwater croc´s armour. Featuring our signature croc skin...
Category
2010s Australian Contemporary Queensland
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hard to Find Rich oversize TABRIZ PRAYER RUG ANTIQUE , SHORT TERM REDUCTION
Located in WYNNUM, QLD
Tabriz Prayer Rug circa 1900
4.1 feet x 5.8
Acquired from an Istanbul dealer
A strange mystery exists. Why are the vast majority of prayer rug...
Category
Early 19th Century Persian Antique Queensland
Materials
Wool
Hand Hammered Lobed Sterling Bowl by The Kalo Shop
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This hand hammered sterling silver bowl by was made by Chicago firm 'The Kalo Shop'. Completely hand wrought the piece is in the American Arts and Craf...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Queensland
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Diamond Drop Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This pair of drop earrings date to the Art Deco era and are set with old European cut diamonds in two tone 18 karat gold. The earrings stem from a continental lever back clip fitting...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tsukiko Table Lamp by Alexander Lotersztain
Located in Geneve, CH
Tsukiko Table Lamp by Alexander Lotersztain
Limited Edition.
Dimensions: Ø 30 x H 35 cm.
Materials: Washi paper and metal.
Available in black and white metal bases. All our lamps ca...
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Queensland
Materials
Metal
1.60ct Round Diamond Ring in Platinum with Pave Diamond Knots
Located in Brisbane, AU
Our `Forget Me Knot´ ring. Featuring a 1.6ct round brilliant cut diamond, poised between sharp eagle style talons and embraced by pla...
Category
2010s Artist Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold, Diamond, Ruby, and Sapphire Bypass Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This 'bypass' ring is crafted from 18 karat white gold and has been set with diamonds, a sapphire and a ruby. The slightly tapered shank twists around the finger and terminates at ea...
Category
20th Century American Modernist Queensland
Materials
Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Set Of 2 QTZ Lounge Chair And Ottoman by Alexander Lotersztain
Located in Geneve, CH
Set Of 2 QTZ Lounge Chair And Ottoman by Alexander Lotersztain
Limited Edition.
Dimensions: Lounge Chair: D 65,8 x W 82 x H 111 cm.
Ottoman: D 52 x W 66 x H 43,5 cm.
Materials: Limit...
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Queensland
Materials
Metal
18 Karat Yellow Gold & Emerald 'Barrel' Shape Cufflinks
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This pair of hefty cufflinks have been crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and are set with small emeralds. One side of each cufflink takes the form of a barrel type shape with a ribbe...
Category
20th Century American Modern Queensland
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s Oval Onyx Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Our Elton Ring has been handsomely crafted in 9 carat gold and inlaid with polished onyx. Filigreed shoulders reach toward the midnight onyx resting in it's frame of rich gold. A sty...
Category
1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Queensland
Materials
Onyx, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum & Diamond Floral Brooch by Wolf Horovitz of Alexandria
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This exceptional brooch pin crafted from platinum and set with diamonds was made by the Egyptian jeweller Wolf Horovitz in the mid 20th Century. The brooch pin takes the form of a pa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Retro Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Croc Tail Pinky Ring in 18ct White Gold with Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
The younger, albeit no less sophisticated sibling of the croc tail ring. Adorned with a scattering of diamonds and crafted in 18ct gold, yellow, white or rose, a myriad to suit your ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Queensland
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
3.30ct Emerald and diamond ring set in 18ct rose gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Custom Made to your size ** please contact our customer care team to choose your perfect emerald.
3.30ct emerald natural gemstone 9.90 x 6.40mm
Size 7.50 USA
18 x white diamonds ...
Category
2010s Australian Artisan Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Gold Mabe Pearl Earrings
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A fine quality pair of 18 karat gold and mabe pearl earrings. The pair are crafted from 18 karat yellow gold in a woven wreath style, whic...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Queensland
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Impressive Platinum, Diamond, and GIA Certified Ruby Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
An impressive ruby and diamond ring set in a platinum mount. The central oval cut ruby weighs 3.06 carat and is accompanied by a GIA certification stating its origin as Thai and that...
Category
20th Century Modern Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1930s Antique Pearl Three Stone Ring 15 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Gliding through the twilight of elegance, the 1930s Antique Ginevra Pearl Three Stone Ring glimmers with a dance of opulent light. Each lustrous pearl, cradled in 15 carat yellow gol...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Queensland
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s Diamond Gypsy Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Whispers of elegance entwine within the Rayna Diamond Gypsy Ring, an opulent embrace of 18ct gold and radiant gemstones. Each facet captures light, casting a kaleidoscope of dreams u...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Mocha or Coffee Set by Georg Jensen in the 'Cosmos' Pattern
By Georg Jensen
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This absolutely charming coffee or mocha set was made by Georg Jensen to a design by Johan Rohde (1856-1935) known as 'Cosmos'. The set comprises of 3 pieces...
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Queensland
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Platinum, Diamond and Cambodian Sapphire Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A fine ladies dress ring crafted from platinum and set with a sapphire and diamonds. The central sapphire is a 0.98 carat Cambodian cushion cut stone which has an accompanying GIA certification. Surrounding this sapphire is a mixture of tapered baguette and marquise diamonds all of G colour and VS clarity, forming a halo. The ring has been handmade and is beautifully crafted. This piece could be used...
Category
20th Century Modern Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Croc Tail Stacker Ring in 18ct White Gold with White Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
A symbol of eternal strength, the yellow gold croc gracefully encircles itself. Crafted in 18ct gold, the stacker ring is the ultimate statement of powerful beauty.
18ct White Gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Queensland
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bold Icon Claw set diamond studs in 18k Yellow Gold earrings
Located in Brisbane, AU
6 claw studs
18ct yellow gold
(can rhodium white gold if you prefer as seen in picture)
0.47ct round brilliant cut diamond each natural mined diamonds
total 0.94ct
Cleaned and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Queensland
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Sterling Silver 'Amity Eternity Infinity' Locket
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A wonderfully large sterling silver Victorian locket with an elaborate 'Amity, Eternity, Infinity' monogram to the centre front. The oval highly polished locket hangs from a tapering but large bale which allows either a large chain or bolt ring clasp to slide through with ease. To the front of the piece is an elaborate 'AEI' monogram which has been applied over the top of the locket, however is original to the piece. This monogram is often seen in Victorian jewellery and stands for 'Amity, Eternity & Infinity'. The firmly closing locket features two windows inside with glass to place a photograph or lock of hair behind. The piece dates to circa 1890 and due to the lack of hallmarks is unlikely to be English, but perhaps American in origin. A gorgeous example of Victorian era silver jewellery which is still so wearable today.
Marked - unmarked but tests as sterling silver
Measures - 6.75cm L x 4cm W
Total weight of piece - 30.6 grams (NB this includes the internal components of locket)
NB in the modelled and styled photographs the locket is pictured with a Victorian sterling silver book chain...
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Queensland
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
'Forget me Knot' Amethyst and Yellow Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
An attack by pirates while travelling across the East China Sea during the roaring 20s.
A regal amethyst poised between eight sharp eagle style talons.
Powerful solid gold ropes, a...
Category
2010s Australian Artist Queensland
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Namesake Signet in Carnelian and 18ct yellow gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
The stellar sibling of the malachite signet, crafted with deep orange carnelian is reminiscent of the glorious jewels our grandmother wore to the formidable Shanghai parties of the ...
Category
2010s Australian Artist Queensland
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Seidengang 'Odyssey' Clip Earrings
By SeidenGang
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This pair of buttery 18 karat yellow gold ear clips were manufactured by American jeweller, Seidengang. The firm was founded by two women, Carol Seiden and Carolyn Gang who combined ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Queensland
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georges L'Enfant Shell Cufflinks in 18 Karat Gold
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold this pair of nautical themed cufflinks were made by French jeweller Georges L'Enfant. The solid gold pair of dumbell style links feature a naturalis...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modernist Queensland
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Comport by Johan Rohde
By Georg Jensen
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This rather beautiful sterling silver comport was made by Georg Jensen in a design by the famed craftsman Johan Rohde. The piece was first designed betw...
Category
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Queensland
Materials
Sterling Silver
Croc Tail Hoops in 18ct White Gold with White Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
A sophisticated pair of hoops with a fierce edge. Embellished with white brilliant cut diamonds for an elevated day to night look, these hoops bear all the subtle hallmarks of except...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Oval cut London Blue Topaz in Love Knot Style Ring in 18ct White Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Bold colour, subtle curves and sculptural form. The love knot is a modern take on an ancient symbol of eternal love once favoured among European aristocrats. Stack your rings to elev...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artisan Queensland
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold
Contemporary Light Green Oval Tourmaline Solitaire Ring 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Simple and sweet, The Midori Ring is a jewel for all occasions. Crafted in 18 carat white gold, her green tourmaline is set to allow her to bask in nature's light. A classic style w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Queensland
Materials
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Albino Crocodile Band in 18ct White Gold with Crocodile Skin Filigree
Located in Brisbane, AU
Every OHLIGUER jewel is custom made to order and requires six weeks production time. Please contact our customer service team to discuss the production of your piece.
Your custom s...
Category
2010s Australian Artist Queensland
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Brutal Bench and Table by Alexander Lotersztain
Located in Geneve, CH
Brutal Bench and Table by Alexander Lotersztain
Limited Edition.
Dimensions: D 76 x W 298 x H 646 cm.
Materials: 70% recycled aluiminium.
Alexander Loter...
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Queensland
Materials
Aluminum
Ohliguer Namesake Ring in 18ct Rose Gold with Argyle Pink Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
Our namesake ring bears our Great Grandmother’s name of OHLIGUER and reflects her imperial elegance. Married to the Tsars Cousin, she fled during the revolution with her daughter Mar...
Category
2010s Australian Artist Queensland
Materials
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French, Cigar Shaped Onyx Desk Seal with Diamond Collar & Morocco Leather Case
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This exquisite desk object was crafted in France during the early 20th Century and would have been an impressive object to own. The desk seal is crafted from a cigar shaped piece of black onyx which features a diamond set collar to one end and a monogram intaglio 'seal' to the other, all circa 1915. The monogram is 'AMF' which has been beautifully engraved into the underside of the seal. The piece retains its original Morocco leather fitted box signed 'Appay', a French manufacturer, and embossed 'AMF' to the top of the lid. The firm Appay were retailing at 24 Rue De La Paix in Paris which is close-by the Place Vendome and also the Opera, however little information is known about the business. The hinge on the Morocco leather box...
Category
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Onyx
Antique 1895 Old Mine Cut Diamond Shield Award Locket 15 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
A treasure from a bygone era, the Marshall 1895 Diamond Shield Award Locket in 9 carat gold holds secrets and stories. A sparkling diamond is nestled within a shield motif, set again...
Category
1890s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turn of the Century, Aquamarine, Turquoise & Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This charming brooch pin has been crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and silver and then set with diamonds, turquoise and a single aquamarine. The 'starburst' or 'shining sun' type pi...
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Queensland
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
Christopher Dresser Moon Flask Vase, circa 1870s
By Christopher Dresser
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A blue ground pilgrim flask-shaped vase by famed English designer Christopher Dresser for Minton, circa 1870s. The foliage motif was most likely hand-painted by William Mussill...
Category
1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Queensland
Materials
Porcelain
Extremely Rare Antique Large Tekke Turkomen
Located in WYNNUM, QLD
Turkomen carpets of this size and quality have been continually in demand but very difficult to acquire. Verified as to age, it appears to have been woven for a chieftan or tribal leader as it would require a large yurt to accommodate it , and its date of origin is earlier than the period wherein significant, if any ,importation of Turkomen carpets to the West occurred.
The wool (warp and weft) of this carpet is of superior and lanolin rich quality with a beautiful soft feel and pile in excellent condition. The richness of the colours—triple dipped in the dye vat...
Category
19th Century Uzbek Antique Queensland
Materials
Wool
Austro-Hungarian Sapphire & Diamond Caryatid Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This 19th Century ring was made in the Austro-Hungarian Empire and has been crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and set with diamonds and a central sapphire. The ring features a small ...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Queensland
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Astonishing 19th Century Rare Afshar Tribal rug featured in famous book
Located in WYNNUM, QLD
Featured as an exemplar of Afshar tribal creativity in James Opie's notable book " Tribal Rugs " this extremely rare collector's piece was used in a lecture series we conducted on the possible albeit unexamined influence of tribal rugs on early 20th century European painting .
The Afshars during the 19th century were amongst the dominant five nomadic groups in Iran and unquestionably the most daringly creative, and probably the most prolific in weaving output . Though the vast majority of their carpets exhibit traditional , more angular tribal patterns, this example is an extraordinary tribute to one female weaver as designer . There seems no precedent for the remarkable move into mind bending forms which veer off from the norm , which make it a high collectible and unquestionable investment piece .
The achievement of two elements stand out : colour and design execution . The rich and varied natural dye colours are deep and powerful and include a range from the treasured eggplant , through a provocative orange , yellows ( saffron), pale peach, to three unusual blues and a rare rust brown . Green is also sensitively applied to the palette .
The design also represents a departure from all norms before or since amongst Afshar rugs . The central medallions have been altered to create an almost moving, slightly hallucinatory effect ; the graceful tumbling of coloured leaves or vines is singular in its presentation, graceful yet very much alive . Most interesting are the designs within the medallion which seem to be an evocation of the ancient Chinese dragon and phoenix symbols . This theory gains a bit more traction when you look at the upright shrine type figure rising up alongside the medallions - these appear Chinese , as well, in a semi- abstract way-- influences such as these had been travelling across thewide continent of Asia for millenia .
The borders are classic traditional Afshar , noted for their lovely re-creation of flower symbols , interlinking , and slightly irregular , showing the artistic seredipity of the artist/ weaver . The colours here too, particularly the blues and yellows are nothing short of spectacular .
The amount of detailled hand work suggests that this piece would have required at least two years work on a ground loom- a humbling thought in thinking about the nomadic life in the 19th century.
This rug is of a size and of such a beauty that in the right open modern decor, it could well occupy a wall space of distinction, as would a modern art canvas...
Category
1880s Persian Antique Queensland
Materials
Wool
Art Deco, 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Platinum & Sapphire Cufflink & Dress Stud Set
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This five piece Art Deco dress set is crafted from 14 karat yellow gold, platinum and blue sapphires. The set comprises of a pair of cufflinks and t...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Queensland
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Lapis, Aquamarine and Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
An exceptional diamond, aquamarine and lapis brooch pin set in a handmade silver setting. The piece centres on an emerald cut aquamarine of 'bright light to mid blue' colour weighing...
Category
20th Century American Queensland
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Silver
