31 décembre 2012

Michelle Ong. Pomegranate. White, Fancy Intense Yellow and Brown Diamond and Ruby brooch set in 18K White and Yellow Gold. Michelle Ong. Paradiso Brooch. Purple Pink Sapphire and White Diamond brooch set in 18K White Gold and Titanium.   Michelle Ong. Precious Plume. White and Yellow Diamond, Ruby and Amethyst brooch set in Platinum and Titanium. Michelle Ong. Sugar Plum. Pink Tourmaline, White and Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Pink Sapphire and Garnet brooch set in Platinum and Titanium. Michelle Ong.... [Lire la suite]

Large Chinese Export Silver Tankard. Circa 1860 A great battle unfolds in wonderful repoussé work upon this beautiful Chinese export silver tankard. Crafted by Lee Ching of Canton, Shanghai and Hong Kong, this doube-skinned form is a fine example of mid-19th century Chinese silver created specifically to meet Western tastes. The addition of a dragon-formed handle, the Chinese symbol of good luck and strength, completes the tankards wonderful design. Marked "LEE CHING". 4 3/4" wide x 5 1/4" high. Price:... [Lire la suite]

Chinese Export Silver Presentation Tankard. Circa 1890.  This beautiful presentation silver tankard by Wang Hing of Hong Kong is a magnificent example of late 19th-century Chinese export silver. This double-skinned vessel features a repoussé exterior of a battle executed in incredible detail. A dragon, the Chinese symbol of power and good fortune, serves as the handle of this fantastic tankard. Marked "WH". 4 1/2" wide (with handle) x 4 1/2" high. Price: $9,850 www.rauantiques.com

Chinese Garden Export Silver Tankard. Circa 1850.  A beautiful mid-19th-century Chinese export silver presentation tankard by Cutching of Canton. This double-skinned vessel features a repoussé exterior of a tranquil garden scene executed in wonderful detail. A dragon, the Chinese symbol of power and good fortune, serves as the handle of this lovely cup. Marked "CU". 4 1/2" wide (with handle) x 4" high. Price: $9,850 www.rauantiques.com