4 février 2014

Double moonstone heart ring with seed pearls, probably English, 1880-90. Photo courtesy The Three Graces During the late 19th century moonstone was adopted as an alternative to precious gems and was imbued with a mystery and aura that it aroused tender passions. Consequently, during this era it was cherished as a gift for lovers. The theme of the heart and crown dates back centuries, said to be one of Mary, Queen of Scots' emblems. Sold The Three Graces. www.georgianjewelry.com

Carved Moonstone Cameo, Rose-Cut Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby And Gold Brooch Of Queen Elizabeth I In Period Costume. Photo courtesy Nelson Rarities, Inc Victorian Carved Moonstone Cameo Mounted In A Carved Filigree Gold Ring. Photo courtesy Nelson Rarities, Inc Nelson Rarities, Inc. Two Monument Square. Seventh Floor. Box 453. Portland, Me 04112 - 1-800-882-3150 - www.nelsonrarities.com

Chinese Pale Celadon Jade Covered Vase. Estimate: $500,000 - 700,000. Photo Doyles New York  Featuring Important Jades from the Estate of Baron Pierre DeMenasce, Formerly from the Collection of his Father, Baron George DeMenasce  Scheduled during Asia Week New York, Doyle New York’s March 17, 2014 Asian Works of Art auction presents the arts of China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia dating from the Neolithic Period through the 20th century. Offerings include pottery and porcelain, jade, ivory, scholar’s objects, bronzes,... [Lire la suite]

  Edwardian Natural black pearl (12mm), briolette diamond (5.35 carats), cushion-cut diamond, silver and gold brooch. Photo courtesy Nelson Rarities, Inc   Natural black pearl, diamond, silver and gold drop earrings. Photo courtesy Nelson Rarities, Inc 15mm-16mm natural pearl, diamond and platinum drop earrings.Photo courtesy Nelson Rarities, Inc Edwardian Natural multi-color pearl, diamond, gold and platinum grape cluster pendant/brooch. Photo courtesy Nelson Rarities, Inc ... [Lire la suite]

Pink topaz, gold & silver brooch, Portuguese, 1760. Photo courtesy Nelson Rarities, Inc Nelson Rarities, Inc. Two Monument Square. Seventh Floor. Box 453. Portland, Me 04112 - 1-800-882-3150 - www.nelsonrarities.com

A Selection of Archaic Bronzes. Photo Sotheby's NEW YORK - Sotheby’s is delighted to present a group of significant archaic bronze vessels from the Shang and Zhou dynasties, together with a handscroll of rubbings taken from actual bronzes that were once in the collection of the celebrated collector Wu Dacheng (1835-1902). It is very rare for such a scroll to appear at auction, and several of the bronzes came from famous Chinese collectors of the 18th-19th centuries. These bronzes have been recorded in various... [Lire la suite]

“Beauty Fades Not” by Michelle Holder The book here: http://www.blurb.fr/b/2013540-beauty-fades-not-softcover-edition

Property From a Private Collection. A Rare Molded Blue and White Barbed Rim Dish, Yuan Dynasty, 14th Century. Estimate: 200,000 - 300,000 USD. Photo Sotheby's The Chinese Works of Art Department in New York will be holding a four-session, two day sale of close to 400 lots. Building on the success of previous sales, we continue to offer property from private collections that have not been seen on the market for many years.  This season’s offerings include Yuan Fu Yi jue, An Important and Very Rare Bronze Ritual Wine Vessel... [Lire la suite]

Cai Guoi-Qiang, Falling Back To Earth  (Source: http://colt-rane.com)

A Sapphire and Diamond Cuff Bracelet, by Suzanne Belperron. An Emerald and Diamond Cuff, by Suzanne Belperron, circa 1965 A Natural Pearl, Rock Crystal and Diamond Charm Bracelet, by Suzanne Belperron A Natural Pearl and Diamond Cuff Bracelet, by Suzanne Belperron, circa 1960 A Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace, by Boivin, circa 1910 A Rock Crystal and Diamond Charm Bracelet, by Suzanne Belperron A Diamond and Platinum Bracelet, by Suzanne Belperron, circa 1940   A Diamond and Platinum Necklace, by... [Lire la suite]