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Item Ships From: USA
Antique English Sterling Silver Repousse Ring Stand by William Comyns
By William Comyns
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique English sterling silver ring stand.
By William Comyns.
With a scalloped edge and repousse floral designs.
The ring nub is monogrammed "ADS".
Marked to the base with English hallmarks for Sterling, London, 1888, and William Comyns' maker's mark.
Simply a great antique silver ring...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Belt/Sash Buckle with Monogram
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Small square sterling silver sash/belt buckle by Tiffany & Co, circa 1892-1902.
Beautiful chased and respousse design with floral and scroll patterns. Made under the directorship of...
Category
20th Century USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Brutalist Jade Statue Midcentury Figural Attrib. Mary Polon
Located in Southbury, CT
This powerful, absolutely stunning Midcentury nephrite jade statue has been attributed to the artist Mary Polon, known mostly for her paintings. The textu...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Jade
Antique Signed Storck & Sinsheimer Rococo Style 800 Silver Repoussé Dresser Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique, small-scale rectangular dresser box.
In 800 silver.
By the German silversmiths Storck & Sinsheimer of Hanau, Germany.
With a conforming, hinged lid and repoussé de...
Category
Early 20th Century German Renaissance Revival USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Sterling Silver "David the Lover Boy" Key Ring/Pill Box/Pendant with Brass
Located in New York, NY
Sterling Silver with Brass Accents "David the Lover Boy" Key Ring/Pill Box/Hidden Compartment that Opens and Closes with Magnetic System. Could Be Changed Into a Pendant.
The head m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, Brass
Whiting Mfg Co Sterling Silver Japanese Pattern Shoehorn w/Mono #21303
By Whiting
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver shoehorn in the Japanese Pattern by Whiting Manufacturing Co, with monogram.
Monogram appears to be GJR
A lightly hammered silver shoehorn featuring a Japanese bird...
Category
20th Century USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Visconti Divina Elegance Blue Ball Point Pen
By Visconti
Located in Troy, MI
The perfect graduation gift is here! Includes black & blue refill.
The Divina Blue carries in its DNA the Italian Renaissance, Leonardo da Vinci, and the golden rule which is thought...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Stainless Steel
Custom Made Enameled Belt Buckle
Located in Stamford, CT
Stunning one of a kind brass buckle enameled in a raspberry pink tone.
Category
1960s American Vintage USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Kalarupa Tibetan Thangka
Located in Long Beach, CA
This mid-20th-century Thangka painting depicts Kalarupa, one of the emanations of Manjushri, the Buddha of Wisdom, manifesting as a Dharma Protector. He is shown here with his consort Tsamundi, an emanation of the goddess Saraswati. Kalarupa, also known as Yama Maharaj, the god of death, is a terrifying form of Manjushri that personifies enlightenment through the conquest of anger. This exquisite piece was acquired from a collector in Nepal and is a must-have for any collection of Tibetan art. Elevate your collection with this stunning Thangka painting of Kalarupa from JS Noor.
Category
Early 2000s Tibetan USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Sterling Silver and Black Rhodium on Bone Desk Curiosity and Objet d'Art
Located in Lambertville , NJ
Unique.
One of a Kind Collection Piece.
Sterling Silver and Black Rhodium on Bone, Desk, Curio or Hair Decor.
This interesting Piece is Crafted in Solid St...
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Artisan USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
1980s Jeanette Kastenberg Silk Sequin Beaded Trompe L’Oeil Top Blouse
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
A statement piece from the 1980s, this striking vintage top by Jeanette Kastenberg for St. Martin features an eye-catching trompe l'oeil design, masterfully embellished with sequins ...
Category
Late 20th Century USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Important Rare Large Museum Quality 19th C Alabaster Young Woman with Jug Lamp
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is An Outstanding Rare Important Fine Impressive 19th Century Estate Marble and Alabaster Figure of a Beautiful Gorgeous Young Woman Holding a Wate...
Category
19th Century Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Commemorative Trump MAHA 45 & 47 Hat Key Ring
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Designer, Thomas Kurilla has sculpted this Commemorative Trump MAHA 45 & 47 Hat Key Ring. The one and only, Trump MAHA Hat Key ring holder. Who doesn't care about their he...
Category
2010s North American Contemporary USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Sir Norman Hartnell Vintage Silver Plated Cufflinks In Original Velvet Case
By Norman Hartnell
Located in New York, NY
Sir Norman Hartnell (1901–1979)
A Pair of Mid-Century Modern Cufflinks
Presented in their original box
Gold plated metal
Each marked "Hartnell"
Measure: 2.2 cm x 2.2 cm
A pair of i...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Foster & Bailey Enamel, Sterling Silver & Enamel Powder Jar
By Foster and Bailey
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Art Nouveau powder jar. Made by Foster & Bailey in Providence, ca 1910. Crystal with curved sides and short inset neck. Cut geometric ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Plated "Lady Bug" Musical Wind-Up
By Reed & Barton
Located in New York, NY
Reed & Barton wonderfully large sterling silver plated "Lady Bug" accented with hammered detailing as well as etching throughout. The "self-wind" musical note plays "You Are My Sunshine...
Category
1970s American Artisan Vintage USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Sash Buckle by Blackinton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique sterling silver sash buckle.
With etched decoration to the front.
These buckles were de rigueur accessories during the Edwardian period.
Marked to the reverse with...
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco Gorham Sterling Silver, Enamel, & Leather Wallet or Billfold
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Deco wallet or billfold.
By Gorham.
In enameled sterling silver, enamel, & leather.
Marked to the interior for Gorham.
Simply a wonderful Deco wallet!
Date:
E...
Category
Early 20th Century American Retro USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Edwardian 1900 Agate Desk Seal In 18Kt Gold With The Arms of The Prince of Wales
Located in Miami, FL
Desk seal with the arms of the Prince of Wales.
Very rare and unusual desk seal, created in England during the Edwardian period, back in the early 1900's. This seal feature the arms of the Prince of Wales and is composed by the agate pommel, carved with smooth surfaces and the round mount setting crafted in yellow gold of 18 karats with scrolls decorations. The seal depicts three feathers aligned over a crown, carved with incised intaglio in natural white agate.
Gemstones: The handle pommel is carved from a single piece of brown translucent agate with bluish veins.
Weight: 14.95 Grams, (9.58 Dwt).
Measurements: 41 mm by 19 mm (1.61 x 0.75 Inches).
Hallmarks: No marks, electronically tested for 18 karats gold.
Arms of Prince of Wales
The Prince of Wales's feathers – Almost History
The coat of arms of the Prince of Wales is the official personal heraldic insignia of the Princes of Wales, a title traditionally granted to the heir apparent of the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, formerly the Kingdom of Great Britain and before that the Kingdom of England. Since Edward I awarded it to his son the future Edward II, the heir apparent to the English throne has been created with the title Prince of Wales. The history of the coat of arms is closely linked with those of the Royal coat of arms of England and the Royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom. However, as the noted antiquarian and heraldist Charles Boutell wrote in 1863, "The Arms of the Prince of Wales have a distinct individuality of their own, with which nothing ought to be directly associated".
History
The badge has no connection with the native Princes of Wales. Its use is generally traced back to Edward, the Black Prince (1330–1376), eldest son and heir apparent of Edward III of England. Edward bore (as an alternative to his differenced royal arms) a shield of Sable, three ostrich feathers argent, described as his "shield for peace", probably meaning the shield he used for jousting. These arms can be seen several times on his chest tomb in Canterbury Cathedral, alternating with his royal arms (the royal arms of King Edward III...
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Asprey & Co. 1923 Birmingham Art Deco Hexagonal Vesta Box In 9Kt Yellow Gold
By Asprey London
Located in Miami, FL
Hexagonal vesta box designed by Asprey & Company.
Very rare and unusual vesta matches box, created in Birmingham England by Asprey & Company Limited, back in the 1923. Crafted during the art deco period in a hexagonal shape in solid yellow gold of 9 karats, The six lateral sides are decorated with engine turned guilloche and the top and bottom in plain. Fitted on top with a hinged hexagonal push lid. Excellent craftmanship depicting an odd and geometric shape. Perfect condition with no dents or previous restorations.
Weight: 45.95 Grams, (29.45 Dwt).
Measurements: 56 mm by 52 mm by 16 mm (2.20 x 2.05 x 0.63 Inches).
Hallmarks Stamped with British crown marks, the anchor mark for the city of Birmingham, the maker's mark A&Co Ltd., the mark .375 for the assay of the 9kt gold, the letter Y for the years 1923-1924 and signed, "ASPREY LONDON 8 .375 REG.584151 A&CO LTD Y".
Asprey
The company was established in England in Mitcham, Surrey, in 1781. Founded as a silk printing business by William Asprey, it soon became a luxury emporium. In 1841, William Asprey's elder son Charles went into partnership with a stationer located on London's Bond Street. In 1847, the family broke with this partner and moved into 167 New Bond Street, the premises Asprey occupies today. From its central London location, Asprey advertised 'articles of exclusive design and high quality, whether for personal adornment or personal accompaniment and to endow with richness and beauty the table and homes of people of refinement and discernment.' An early specialty was dressing cases. Asprey crafted traditional cases and designs, mostly in leather, suitable for the new style of travel ushered in by railways. As the business grew, the company acquired manufacturing facilities and hired silversmith, goldsmith, jewelers and watchmakers. In the 1920's, commissions poured in from around the world, from American millionaire J. P. Morgan to potentates such as the Maharaja of Patiala, who commissioned a huge teak travelling trunk for each of his wives, in which each trunk was fitted with solid silver washing and bathing utensils with waterspouts of ornate tiger head and lined with blue velvet. Asprey cigarette...
Category
1920s English Art Deco Vintage USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral Turquoise Chinese Export Silver Perfume Snuff Bottle Antique Filigree
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ANTIQUE ART DECO SILVER FILIGREE CHINESE EXPORT CORAL AND TURQUOISE PERFUME BOTTLE, SNUFF BOTTLE. THE SILVER FILIGREE IS OF THE HIGHEST Q...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Anglo-Indian USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Silver
Corum Sterling Silver Erotic "Ball" Desk Clock with Enamel Dial Limited Edition
By Corum
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Corum Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Erotic Ball Desk Clock
METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver and Semi Precious Stones
CIRCA / YEAR:...
Category
1990s Swiss Art Deco USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Antique Renaissance Revival 800 Silver Purse Frame Handle
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Absolutely stunning details on this antique renaissance revival 800 silver purse frame which is handmade most likely in Norway featuring dragons, snakes, bird sitting in an foliage . Purse is in Henrik...
Category
Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Bochic “Alicia” Limited Edition Jeweled Clutch
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
The “Alicia” clutch took inspiration from from timeless icon, Ingrid Bergman, known as Alicia, in the Hitchcock film “Notorious” Adventures, hidden sec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Gorham Sterling Silver Three Piece Vintage Vanity Set
By Gorham
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Elegant touch points that enhance your daily routine can make all the difference in setting the tone for the day. Treat yourself and adorn your vanity with this beautiful estate trio...
Category
1950s North American Art Nouveau Vintage USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Artist 1980s NevelsonStyle Sculptural GiltMetal Crushed Jagged Pendant Necklace
By Contemporary
Located in Chicago, IL
Louise Nevelson, an American modern sculptor who enhanced found objects throughout the 20th Century, in the 1980s transformed crushed and gilt metal in...
Category
1980s American Artist Vintage USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Brass, Gilt Metal
Antique Gorham Edwardian Classical Sterling Silver Mirror & Brush Pair
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Classical sterling silver vanity pair. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1900. This pair comprises hand mirror and hairbrush. Mirror has round scalloped frame and the brush ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Mark Cross 1940's 14K Alligator Pad and Pencil
Located in New York, NY
Charming desk or handbag accessory from another era retailed by Mark Cross.
A lovely brown aliigator covered writing pad is trimmed with dozens of 14K tabs and and a 14k hinge.
A r...
Category
1940s British Vintage USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Franco-Russian Alexander III Commemorative Medallion, 1896
Located in St. Catharines, ON
In silvered bronze, a table medallion commemorating Nicholas and Alexandra’s visit to Paris to lay the first stone on the Alexander III bridge in 1896, w...
Category
1890s French Greek Revival Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Antique Shiebler Sterling Silver Etruscan Revival Heart-Shaped Bookmark
By George Shiebler
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Shiebler Etruscan Revival bookmark.
In sterling silver.
In the form of a heart with a cameo profile of a woman to the center.
Simpl...
Category
Early 20th Century American Etruscan Revival USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Dolan Bullock Sterling Silver Onyx Money Clip # 19676
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Dolan Bullock Sterling Silver Onyx Money Clip -
This vintage money clip features an onyx center in sterling silver by Dolan Bullock.
Size: 52.81 mm x 19.58 mm
Stamped: 925
Weigh:...
Category
20th Century USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Amythest and Gold Sulphide Scent Bottle on Stand
Located in Riverdale, NY
Amythest and 18k Tri Color Gold Sulphide Cameo Scent Bottle on Stand, early 19th Century, possibly by Baccarat. A custom made period stand in sterling allows the bottle to be display...
Category
1820s French Georgian Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold
Large Sterling Silver 'Maker's Mark' JFR Abalone-Center Floral Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Wonderfully detailed large brooch accented with a abalone center back-drop for the centerpiece featuring a 3-dimensional 'Vase with Fresh-Cut Florals'. Brooch is bordered with floral...
Category
1970s Unknown Artisan Vintage USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Rare Early 1900s Sterling Silver European Sapphire Cabochon Cigarette Case
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Magnificent European Sterling Silver Antique Cigarette Case Possibly English or Rus...
Category
Early 20th Century European USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Silver Trinket Box with Chinese Scene, Late 19th-Early 20th Century
Located in St. Catharines, ON
A heavy silver box with canted corners, the hinged cover in the style of an ancient traditional woodcut featuring a Chinese traveling figure or salesman w...
Category
Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Alice Caviness Sterling Silver with Gold Overlay Moveable Butterfly Wings Brooch
By Alice Caviness
Located in New York, NY
Alice Caviness wonderfully detailed sterling silver with gold overlay butterfly brooch has all four wings moveable if desired. Filigree handwork and made in Germany. The upper...
Category
1970s German Artisan Vintage USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Madleine Kay 14k Yellow Gold "Pug Dog" Pendant with Garnet Eye
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Madleine Kay 14k Yellow Gold "Pug Dog" pendant with garnet eye
Specifications:
Stones: Garnet
brand: custom
metal: 14K yellow gold
type:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Photo or Picture Frame by Wallace
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine American Mid-Century photo or picture frame.
In sterling silver.
By Wallace.
Model No. 3127
Supported by a sturdy, black laminated easel back.
Simply a terrific Modern fr...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
A Rare Large White Jade Dragon Disc, Qing Dynasty
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This large disc has two finely carved dragons with flowing, cloud-like bodies. The two chilong heads rest on the central aperture. The underside is carved with rows of bosses.
Hetian jade has a texture that resembles the effect of pouring water on snow. Xingjiang Hetian white jade with color of white ‘mutton...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Vintage Shell Cameo with Diamond
Located in Chesterland, OH
This vintage unmounted Carnelian shell cameo depicting the profile of the beautiful young lady is very well carved in exquisite detail. The cameo is decorated with a 0.03 ct diamond (2mm). This cameo dates back to around the 1910s-1930s.
The carving on this cameo is excellent and well-detailed, with exceptional relief.
This loose cameo...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond
German Shepherd Dog Austrian Vienna Bronze Circa 1900 6.5 Inch Austria Bronze
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A LARGE GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG. THE WONDERFUL MODELING AND PAINTING OF THIS LARGE 6 1/2 INCH LONG DOG IS OF THE FINEST QUALITY.
This ...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Gilded Age USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Bronze
10 Karat Yellow Gold Telescopic Pencil
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10 Karat Yellow Gold Telescopic Pencil-
This elegant piece features a telescopic pencil that opens to 110 mm. Case has hanging ring to attach to chain or fob...
Category
20th Century USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Owl Letter Opener
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Owl Letter Opener crafted of 800 grade silver with celluloid and glass eyes. Charming figural, novelty motif from the late 19th Century. Be...
Category
1880s German Victorian Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Oversized Figural Art Deco Sterling Silver Desk Paperclip Paperweight by Thomae
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine figural paperclip paperweight.
In sterling silver.
By the Thomae Company of Attleboro, Massachusetts.
In the form of an oversized paper clip that doubles as both a paperwei...
Category
Early 20th Century American USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Limited Edition Omas for Maserati Sterling Silver with 18k Nib Fountain Pen
Located in Surfside, FL
Limited edition Omas for Maserati fountain pen in sterling silver with 18k nib #0708/1200. Made in Italy. New, complete with presentation box, papers and ink well.
Category
20th Century USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Seashell Pendant
Located in New York, NY
VERY BREEZY presents: This pendant is crafted from a genuine auger seashell, and mounted with a gold-toned metal bail. It was sourced in Italy, and I love to imagine the adventures i...
Category
20th Century Italian USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Celeste Holm Tiffany Jewelry Box Signed from Cast of Soap Opera Loving Sterling
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This is a Signed Tiffany Sterling Silver Jewelry Trinket Box Presented to actress Celeste Holm by the Cast of the Soap Opera "Loving." The box combines t...
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco La Pierre Babylonian Mixed Metals Sterling Silver & Copper Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Art Deco mixed metals vase.
From the La Pierre Manufacturing Company's 'Babylonian' line.
In sterling silver and copper.
Consisting of a copper body with a wide sterling silver neck and rim and a sterling silver ferrule.
With a lovely burnt red-orange patina to the copper.
Founded in 1885 in New York City by Frank H. LaPierre, the LaPierre Manufacturing Company were makers of high quality sterling silver wares...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, Copper, Mixed Metal
19th Century Fossin et Fils Leather Grained Necklace Presentation Box
Located in Riverdale, NY
Fossin et Fils Leather Grained Necklace Box from the mid 19th Century. Designed to hold a massive Revivalist Gold necklace with multiple pendants as well as bracelets. Deep Burgundy ...
Category
1850s French High Victorian Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
CHANEL Chain and Leather Loop CC Medallion Belt
By Chanel
Located in Honolulu, HI
Classic and chic, this vintage Chanel chain leather belt is crafted in gold-plated metal, accented with a 'CC' logo-engraved medallion pendant. Closure can be hooked on multiple link...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Modern Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Antique Japanese Miyamoto 950 Sterling Silver Footed Bowl or Vide-Poche
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique sterling silver footed bowl.
By Miyamoto Shoko.
In .950 sterling silver.
With a simple engraved square pattern to the center of the bowl...
Category
20th Century Japanese USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver & 18k Gold 4-Piece Ranger Buckle Set by Mona Van Riper
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Sterling silver ranger set by Santa Fe artist Mona Van Riper. The set consists of a 2 1/8” x 2 1/4” buckle, two keepers and a tip. The buckle and keepers have 18k gold star accents with garnets and amethysts. Made to fit a 1” belt. Price is for buckle set only. Belts are sold separately.
About the Artist
Mona Van Riper was raised in Santa Fe and Taos, New Mexico. She began silver-smithing at the Mabel Dodge Lujan House in Taos in 1976. Making and designing jewelry has been a constant part of her life ever since. Mona is most well-known for her elaborate and intricate buckles, whether with a western theme, crown, fleur-de-lis, heart or with her eponymous skulls. Most of the country’s finest buckle makers—often artisans who learned the skills from their fathers and grandfathers—ply their craft in remote locales, often in obscurity. Mona Van Riper fits that profile. She creates one-of-a-kind turquoise, 18-karat gold, and sterling silver buckles in a 10-by-10-foot utility room in her home located on a dirt road, miles outside of Santa Fe, N.M.
Mona’s early jewelry was heavy stamped Southwestern style made from hand-cast ingots and coins. Over the years her style has developed into a more sophisticated and contemporary look while maintaining her signature old-world flavor. In 1992 Mona introduced engraving into her work which has given her jewelry a broader appeal. Mona’s unique jewelry is made from sterling silver in combination with 18 karat gold overlays and engraving. She often uses rare and very high-grade custom cut turquoise in her pieces. Mixing precious and semi-precious stones also gives her jewelry a timeless look.
You will find notable differences in quality between artisan-made belt buckles and those that major luxury brands’ machines churn out by the thousands. Handmade solid silver and...
Category
20th Century American Native American USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Signed Chinese Export Silver Picture / Photo Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Chinese photo frame.
In the Art Deco style.
With felt covered, hinged easel back to each.
Marked to the sides with Chinese characters.
S...
Category
20th Century Chinese USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Sterling Silver Decorated Vanity Box
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Eight sided silver lidded box with decorated sides and courting scene. Bottom marked "800 Germany" with maker's mark. Beautifully designed and perfect for a...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Extra Long Victorian Aesthetic Milk Glass Globe Hat Pin with Crystals, 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A necessity during the Victorian Era, hat pins not only balanced precarious hats atop piles of hair but also moonlighted as weapons against overzealous gentlemen. Though teetering ha...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Aesthetic Movement Antique USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Rainbow Neon Halo Wall Light, Handcrafted Glass, 21st Century
By Mordekai
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A vivid expression of contemporary art and light, this 21st-century rainbow halo wall light is handcrafted in Los Angeles using artisan-blown neon glass tubing. Designed in a perfect...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
British 1930 Art Deco Enamelled Guilloche Vinaigrette Box In 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco enamel vinaigrette box.
Beautiful vinaigrette case, created in London England back in the 1930. This stunning piece has been crafted in a a r...
Category
1930s English Art Deco Vintage USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Machine Age David Sutton & Sons English Sterling Silver Engine Turned Compact
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine English Mid-Century ladies compact.
In sterling silver with a gold-topped lift tab.
By David Sutton & Sons of London.
With an engine turned exterior and gilt interior. Hav...
Category
1940s British Post-War Vintage USA - Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gold
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