Medieval Persia, Khorasan, Seljuq / Seljuk 12th century or earlier. Fantastic Iranian silver inlaid griffin / griffon / gryphon tray in brass. Central motif with a the mythological beast over an engraved pattern with a copper or gold border. Rim with additional panels of script highlighted with silver inlay and bordered with copper or gold inlay. Exterior bowl with matching panels of large script and wiring over very decorative engraved backgrounds. Size 7" W x 1 1/4" H

Cracks, wear, age commensurate with use. Nice patina that has not been overcleaned.

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Beautiful bloodstone mountain which carvings to all sides detailing immortal figures climbing a mountain. Also depicting foliage, storks and animals in the background. Size 6" W x 4" H, custom box and stand included

Good condition with typical wear commensurate with age and use

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Large Persian Vase in beautiful turquoise color with painted designs of fish, foliage, and insects. Natural aging to the footing. Size 10" H x 8 1/2" W

Typical wear and good condition without any obvious signs of breaks or damage.

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Ancient Chinese Zhui Gui ritual food vessel in the Western Zhou period style. Body with vertical ribs and capped with incised feline scene . Raised foot with similar incised band and incised crosshatching to the base. Two zoomorphic handles. Lid decorated with similar ribbing and incised scene. General green bronze patina throughout. For a similar example and probably after see the Asian Art Museum online archive Object Number (B60B33). Size 12 1/2" W x 9 1/4" H

Ex-Los Angeles Estate

Wonderful large section of well preserved million year old meteor. Also known as a differentiated meteorite as it's composition was brought about by major physical changes, solidifying from a molten state from reentry into Earths atmosphere and cutting into the Earth. Size 6 3/4" W, weight 9lbs 13 ounces or 4446 grams

Well preserved condition throughout.

Argentine silver style dagger with Alpaca mounts signed by manufacture (Industria Argentina Alpaooa). Blade 4 3/4" L, overall 9 3/4" L

Ornate Caucasian kindjal dagger with blackened nielloed style background, the blade double edged with a triple fuller. knife 14 1/2" L, blade 9" L

Early Bavarian military sword and scabbard. Double edged blade engraved "EISENHAUER GARANTIRT", probably circa WWI. Guard in gilt brass with pierced openwork and downturned quillion. Fitted pommel with ray skin grip wrapped in twisted wire. Size: 39" L, blade 32" Lt

Fitting wear commensurate with age and use.

Ex-Southern California Collection

Spanish American War pattern 1891 sword or machete with scabbard. The blade a long straight single edge with stamped numbers to one side of the ricasso. The gilt brass guard with opposing quillion, cross hatched wood grip, and eagle head in brass. Size 33" L, blade 26 1/2" L

Wonderful relief cast scabbard in all steel with a belt loop reverse. Each panel with an intricate scene of battle with knights, nobles, warriors on horseback, or various related images. Size 15 1/2" L

oxidization and wear commensurate with age and use.

Ex-Bill Scollard Sr. Collection

Nicely made commemorative knife featuring Custers last stand. Bright blue metallic handle with metal overlay in intricate foliage design throughout. Size 12 1/4" L overall, blade 7 1/4" L

Good condition.

Excavated Dagger with Ring Guard, 1600s or 17th century fine early dagger with ring guard and quillions that arch forward. 9 1/2" H x 3 1/2" W

Ex-San Diego Arms and Armour Collection, Ex-Piscopo Collection

Moroccan Jambiya dagger with scabbard in all metal with a silvered finish. The scabbard heavily engraved to the face with circular decorations and intricate scrolling to the remainder. The dagger with a double edged blade and handle in white metal with wood grip. Size 17 3/4" L, blade 8 1/2" L

Fine Kris dagger from Java with copper embossed sheet and layered over the scabbard with the rectangular top visible in a bleach or white fruit wood. The blade delaminated steel with a decorative gold beaded section to the base of the handle which is carved in a traditional fashion. Size 18 1/2" L, blade 11 1/4" L

Large Javanese Kris dagger with scabbard covered in a layer of thin metal and exposed polished top in a rectangular form of brown wood. The dagger in delaminated steel with a matching handle to the scabbard. Size 19 1/2" L, blade 13 1/2" L

kris handle not attached to blade tang. As-is condition

Southeast Asia, probably Thailand, Bronze Age 'Ban Chiang' 2100BCE - 1800BCE. Disc in mottled black-orange stone. Bi disk with raised collar to one side that also tapers down before the edge. Reverse flat. Size: 5" W

For exceptional comparative material and examples of forms and style see the published work "Burnished Beauty, The Art of Stone in Early Southeast Asia" by White Orchid Books pages 102-103.

Ex-North California Collection, Ex-Member of the Ethnic Arts Council Los Angeles, Ex-American Doctor Acquired in Vietnam from Hill Tribes.

Old Indian tulwar sword with iron handle and large disc pommel. Remnants of gilt decoration to handle. Blade a long curved single edge cavalry saber with double edged forward section. Size 31 1/4" L, blade 24 1/4" L

wear overall, misshapen to pommel.

Ex-Southern California Collection

Southeast Asia, Vietnam, The Red River Delta and Neighboring Regions, probably North Vietnam / Chinese jade mines 'Quadrangular' Adze, Phung Nguyen Culture 2500 - 1400 BCE. Polished brown or reddish black jade carved with a flat base and sharpened top section. Size 5 1/4" L

For exceptional comparative material and examples of forms and style see the published work "Burnished Beauty, The Art of Stone in Early Southeast Asia" by White Orchid Books pg. 29-30.

Ex-San Francisco Collection, Ex-Member of the Ethnic Arts Council (Los Angeles)

Southeast Asia, Vietnam, The Red River Delta and Neighboring Regions, probably Thailand and Laos 'Shouldered Adze' stone, Late-Neolithic Period probably Mai Pha Culture 3000 - 2000BCE. Carved from a creamy yellow-brown sandstone. Flat carved to one side with the primary side having a tapered top section roughly 3" down from the tip horizontally. Size: 8 3/8" L

For exceptional comparative material and examples of forms and style see the published work "Burnished Beauty, The Art of Stone in Early Southeast Asia" by White Orchid Books pg.

Ex-San Francisco Area Collection, Ex-Member of the Ethnic Arts Council (Los Angeles), Ex-American Doctor Acquired in Vietnam from (Hill Tribes)

Antique Chinese spear head with socketed base, Qing Dynasty 1644-1912. Probably closer to the 18th century Used with an elongated thing shaft as a military implement. Double edged leaf shape blade. Size 10 3/4" L overall, 5 1/4" L blade

Typical wear commensurate with age and use

Ex-USA Arms and Armour Collection

Chinese iron spear head with a diamond form and cross-section double edge blade. Socketed base. Qing Dynasty 1644-1912, probably closer 18th century. Size 9 3/4" L overall, 6 3/4" L blade

typical wear and oxidization with a black munitions grade finish.

Ex-USA Collection

Chinese elongated spear head with a long double edge blade with diamond cross-section. The base with a hollow socket for a shaft. Qing Dynasty 1644-1912. Size 11 1/2" overall, 7 5/8" L blade

Typical wear commensurate with age and use

Ex-USA Collection

Chinese theatrical sword with very unusual carved and openwork handle and pommel. Featuring all wood construction to the sword and scabbard, probably carved from rosewood. 44" L x 12" W

Chinese archaistic style dagger with a short handle and demon head decoration. Size 14"L x 5 1/2 " W

Native American stone points or arrowheads in various stone including red obsidian and red jasper. Each with tails two with reverse curved tails and one flat. One beautifully translucent. Size largest 4" L

Ex-California Collection

North America, collection of Native American stone flints in various stones. Three excentric zoomorphic points probably avian creatures. Three traditional form points for arrows. Size largest 2 3/8" L

Ex-California Collection

Three Native American Stone hunting implements similar to examples from the Ohio Valley circa 500 B.C. Gorget is derived from the word “ gorge ” or throat, because many of these artifacts are believed to have been worn at the throat or upon the chest. Early recounts also mention them being worn in womens hair. Size longest 5" L

Bill Scollard Sr. Collection circa 1970s

Southeast Asia, Philippines Archipelagos. Pre-WWII visayan talibong dagger with scabbard. Scabbard in wood with light carving possibly married to the early dagger with 5-bands of woven rattan wrapping. Blade is double-edge with a light recurve. Carved carabao horn handle. Size 15 1/2" L, blade 8 3/4" L

Ex-California Collection

Oceania, Philippines, Luzon, Ifugao peoples, "Pinahig" Short sword or machete with a nice open sided "Hikot" scabbard bound with rattan. Convex single edge blade with a combat style handle. Third quarter of the 20th century. Size 21 3/4 in wooden scabbard, piece 19 1/2" L, blade 13 1/2" L

minor surface oxidization and wear.

Ex-California Collection

Oceania, Philippines, Igorot Headhunters axe from the 3rd quarter of the 20th century. Flat wide face with a short rear spike. Socketed to the shaft with a steel covering. Light colored rattan at the top of the shaft and carved to the wood shaft with finger indentations for handling in use. Size 20 1/2" H x 9 1/4" W, blade 4 1/2" W

Igorot or mountaineer in English refers to a large group of multiple ethnic peoples in the mountain region of Northern Luzon. The headhunters or executioners axe is a sharp bladed weapon constructed of hammered steel and found use in carving wood or other daily activities in addition to its namesake.

Light oxidization, some looseness to the rattan, wear commensurate with age and use.

Philippines, sickle used as a farm implement converted for use and a defensive weapon with a wide hooked blade and short handle tightly wrapped to the base of the tang. Size 33 1/2" L, blade 12 1/2" L

Ethnographic axe with an ebonized wood shaft and iron axe head affixed to the weighted knuckle of the wood end. Size 27" L, blade 6 1/2" L

Philippines Iron axe of unusual form with an arched wood shaft carved with a human like head to one end and a dull point to the other. The blade a flat single edge with a flat back. This was likely used to open hard shelled fruits. Size 10 1/2" H, blade 8 1/4" L

Philippines hand carved staff with standing figure and a figure seated on a throne carved from brass. Iron cap or spud socketed to base doubles as a weapon. A staff like this likely belonged to a high ranking or wealthier individual. Size 50 1/2" H

As-is condition with wear commensurate with age.

Filipino long ceremonial war spear. Hastate shaped barbed blade, leading to a decorated shaft with threads and feathers in colors ranging from red, turquoise, orange and white. Size 61" L, spear blade 8" L

As-is condition with losses to threads and feathers as shown.

Antique African, Congo, Ngombe culture iron short sword with a leather pommel, wood handle. The blade with central fuller and decorated with crosshatched designs. Size: 24 1/4" L, blade 16 1/4" L

As-is with wear and losses commensurate with age.

Antique African Congo iron short sword with wood handle wrapped in hide. Handle wrapped with iron rings for grip. Blade with central fuller. Size 24" L, blade 16 3/4" L

Antique African Congo iron short sword with wood handle nailed to iron short sword. Handle shows raw wood transitioning into patinized wood due to loss of hide pommel wrap. Blade with incised decorations and central fuller. One section with visible old repair using wire wrapping. Size 24 1/4", blade 18 3/4" L

missing hide pommel, losses and an old wire wrap repair.

Africa, probably Lozi or Xhosa tribe war axe with tall central spike, long axe head with a curved upward tail, and mounted on a slender wood shaft. Size 29 1/2" L, spear 6 1/2" L, axe blade 2"

East Africa, likely Maasai. Finely beaded short sword or knife in dyed red leather scabbard with intricately beaded belt in a vibrantly colored Christian church design. Size 19" L, blade 12" L

Maasai beaded swords are traditional weapons adorned with intricate beadwork by the Maasai people of East Africa, primarily Kenya and Tanzania. These swords, also known as "rungu" or "simi" are symbolic of warriorhood and are used for ceremonial purposes rather than actual combat in contemporary Maasai culture. The Maasai are renowned for their beadwork which carries deep cultural significance, symbolizing social status, identity and personal expression. Warriors often adorned their weapons, including spears and swords, with intricate beadwork as a way to display their bravery and prowess.

Leather bound and socketed spear with dark wood shaft and weighted wood base. Size 54" H

Two medieval Germanic 5th-7th century AD trilobate iron arrowheads, three sided and sharpened for piercing enemies. One iron tanged dagger or spearhead blade, Germanic 1st-8th century. Size largest 4" L

Well preserved condition throughout.

Socketed spear head with a leaf shape double edge blade and socketed base. Qing Dynasty 1644-1912. Size 11" overall, 7" L blade

Good with a munitions grade finish and typical oxidization and wear for age.

Ex-USA Collection

Indonesia, Java, kris (keris) dagger an Indonesian silat weapon with scabbard in ebonized wood. The dagger with a early wavy double edged blade, the horn handle heavily carved beehive like pattern. Size 18 3/4" L, blade 11" L

hilt loose, scabbard reattached in two places, as-is condition

ex-San Diego arms and armour collection

Indonesian wood kris display board with carved decoration of a figure and monkeys painted in polychrome white, black and gold colors. Multiple holes for running a cord loop to secure a kris to the board for display. Size 26" H x 11 1/2" W

Indonesian Java wooden kris display board depicting a large multi-colored figure with elongated limbs and a kris dagger. Display boards such as this have cord loops to secure a kris to the board for display. Size 23 1/4" H x 15 1/2" W

Ex-private California collection, collected in 1992

Heavy Indian battle axe with crescent moon blade incised and stippled with India in text and floral patterns. The shaft primarily a ribbed wood slightly bent from extensive use with a tall wavy bladed spike, the rear of the axe a trident spiked with additional stippling and foliage patterns. Size 30 3/4" L, blade 5 3/4" L

blade loose from handle/tip blade, iron plug loose, as-is condition

Well made Mexican naval short sword with simulated ivory style grip and bronze mounts, cross guard with opposing turned quillon and Mexican Eagle clasping a Serpent, stamped numbers to cross guard, blade is well etched with nautical scenes and other patterns. (134) Little John Auctions, December 2009; Size; 23 1/4" L

Two trench art shell casing converted to a candle stick and another to a container with stippled and pressed designs to the surface. Each with numerous markings to the bases. Size candle stick 5 3/4" H, shell 4 1/2" W

Remington Rolling block rifle. Marked to the tang illegibly marked but probably 1874. Rear adjustable flip up sight. Strong action. Marked 1454 to side of sight. Proof marked to the left side of the barrel with a fleur de Lis. Round smooth barrel with a .46 bore. Size 51" overall

Good overall condition, missing keepers

Old Kentucky style percussion rifle by Jukar Arms Spain with missing ram rod and sight. Size 49" L, 33 1/2" barrel

missing ram rod, wear and tear commensurate with age and condition

Nice double barrel percussion pocket pistol with burl wood grip, all brass frame and marked barrels. Copper hammers. Stamped with Belgian proof marks (ELG *) to left side of the barrel. Double triggers. 19th century Size 7 1/2" L, barrel 3" L.

One hammer loose and the other hammer frozen

Fine European 18th century or later flat horn shape gilt-brass mounted powder horn with functioning action. Size 10 1/2" L x 3 1/2" W

very good

International arms and armour collection

Civil war era round shot cannon ball, with patina and rust from age throughout. Cannon balls such as these would leave large holes after being shot through a mounted cannon. Size 3" W

Well preserved condition throughout.

Very nice civil war era cannon ball weighing five pounds. Cannon balls like this would cause giant holes in the sides of boats and structures rather than fracturing into shrapnel like over cannon balls in history. Size 3" W, 5lbs

Well preserved condition as is with wear commensurate from age and use.

South America, Uruguay River, Patagonia, Charrua Tribe Bolas of 3 ball stones with sinew rope. Late hunters & gathers that lived off wild cattle and used tools such as the bolas while on horseback to ensnare their pray. Size 67" L

Philippines, Ifugao bamboo quiver, intricately wrapped in rattan weave throughout. Including diamond weave, braided, and lattice banding, this particular quiver is exquisitely unique. Strong handle reinforced with bamboo, slender central cavity for arrows. Decorative detail to base in fluted points. Size: 33"

Wonderful condition throughout with patina throughout.

Dark brown patinated bamboo quiver with rattan pouch. Thirteen arrows with sharp points and guiding feathers. Quiver includes a finely weaved rattan and bamboo lid and bamboo carrying strap. Size 26 1/4" L, arrow 25 3/4" L

Great preserved condition throughout.

Antique Victorian period miniature suit of armour. Full knight in armour on wood stand with construction of multiple lames riveted together. Size 15" H

Ex-Southern California Collection

Collection of European armour elements form the John Woodman Higgins Armory Museum Collection. Probably two upper cannons for sperate harnesses and one additional cannon lame for a non-oscillating component of the lower section. Reading to the interior of the one Inventory Number (828). Unfortunately the additional inventory designations have been lost with time but the two primary elements are certainly Oscillating components of upper cannons. Size 5" W largest piece

typical oxidization and wear with some losses to one components from use.

Ex-Southern California Collection, Ex-London Sale, Ex-John Woodman Higgins Armory Museum

European armour miniature falling buffe for an enlarged scale miniature armour. Blued with brass rivets and steel rivets to the attachment components. Pierced to the center lame of the buffe with pierced breaths. Size 4 1/2" H

very good condition and suitable for use or as a display element

Ex-Los Angeles Collection

Medieval element of armour Rear Cutlet lame, 17th century. Thick steel plate of armour with a lower rolled edge and heavy oversized gilt brass rivets. The lower most lame of a rear backplate for a cuirass armour. 12" W

Oxidization and wear commensurate with age and use.

Ex-Southern California Collection, Ex-Thomas Del Mar, Ex-John Woodman Higgins Armory Museum

European medieval element of plate armour Rondel Besagew also spelled Besagues for plate armour of the 16th - 17th century. Hinged over the exposed section of chainmail between the arm and breastplate. Hammered from a single sheet of steel with an embossed center spike, riveted to the border, and with an old (The John Woodman Higgins Armory Inc. Worchester MASS.) Brass tag. 6" W

Ex-Southern California Collection, Ex-Thomas Del Mar, Ex-John Woodman Higgins Armory Museum Collection Inv # (1445)

Collection of four lames of individual elements of armor study pieces. Lower left a single lame with incised line above and two pierced holes for rivets, Higgins Inv# (929.50). Right most a blackened munitions grade early element of armour lame with an attached riveted small lame, absent Inv Number. Top left lame of a Gothic appearance and well aged with arched patterns, Higgins Inv# (927.66). Top left the largest component an early polished steel individual lame with four rivet holes. Size of largest 6" W

Ex-Southern California Collection, Ex-London Sale, Ex-John Woodman Higgins Armory Museum

Nice group of three elements of armour for the oscillating components of the upper cannons. Left most a single sheet of steel embossed with a roped section for the insertion of a lower lame to allow the movement of an arm while wearing armour, 16th-17th century. Center a large oscillating component of the arm defenses again with a simple embossed section and riveted together from a single lame, 16th - 17th century. Right most a single element of armour for the upper cannons with a roped embossed decoration riveted together from a single lame, Higgins Armory Museum Inv# (929.36). The right most with a nice fleur de Lis protruding locking component to secure pauldrons. Size 5 3/8" W largest piece

Remnants of leather and wear throughout commensurate with age and use.

Ex-Southern California Collection, Ex-London Sale, Ex-John Woodman Higgins Armory Museum

Nice group lot of five pieces of arm components and lames probably for gauntlets and all of the 16th-17th century period. Size largest 4 1/2" W

Ex-Private USA Collection, Ex-Del Mar Sale, Ex-Higgins Armory Museum Collection prior

Elements of European armour for the arms of a full suit. One piece with a buckle to the rear and probably for the upper or lower cannons section. Left an additional component of a lame for the same section of armour. Both are period and probably 16th-17th century. Former Higgins Museum Collection Inventory Numbers (828.82). Other unmarked. Size of largest 5" W

Ex-Southern California Collection, Ex-Thomas Del Mar, Ex-Higgins Armory Museum Collection

European elements of armour with each probably function and lames for the arm defenses. Ex-Higgins Armory Museum Collection (929.41). Size of largest 4 3/4" W

Typical wear commensurate with age and use

Ex-Southern California Estate, Ex-Higgins Armory Museum Collection

Nice group of three elements of armour lames with one retaining two long leather straps. Another more polished with an old inventory number reverse. Largest with remnants of leather in partial polish. Higgins Armory Collection Museum Inventory numbers (928.46, 927.29) with another labeled in red ink (929.8). Size of largest piece 9 1/2" W

Ex-Higgins Armory Museum Collection, Ex-London Sale, Ex-Southern California Collection

Group of three objects of armor elements including two similar lames and one gorget or lower plate for a helm. Higgins Armory Museum Inventory Number to the reverse painting in white (828). Size 8 1/2" W largest piece

Good condition with a light state of polish and typical oxidization and wear for early parts

Ex-Higgins Armory Museum Collection, Ex-London Sale, Ex-Southern California Collection

Three elements of European armour including the largest left with brass rivets and a buckle with attached Higgins Armory Inv # (927.27). Right most two matching lames of articulating components with matching design. No inventory on the set visible. Size of largest piece 5 1/4" W

wear commensurate with age and use

Ex-Higgins Armory Museum Collection, Ex-London Sale, Ex-Southern California Collection

Great useable set of three elements of armour for the oscillating components of the upper cannons. Each with embossing and two with roping and additional designs. Left most featuring Higgins Armory Museum Inv# (3084.30). Center Higgins Inv# (927.70). Right Most Higgins Inv# (929.35). Good group of very hard to find parts that are critical to the construction of arm defenses. Size of largest 4 3/4" W

Ex-Higgins Armory Museum Collection, Ex-London Sale, Ex-Southern California Collection

Very well made Victorian elbow in the gothic style with brass inset holes for leather straps. Hand hammered with signs of delamination and hand cut edges to rolled steel edge. Size 6 1/4" H x 7" L

Well made set of Roman Gladius style theatre greaves for show and pageantry, most certainly used in the early play or theatre of the 19th century in Italy or Europe. Size 19 1/4" L

Medieval iron buckles 14th/15th century in various metals for use in armour, shoes, leather straps and belts etc. Largest 2 1/4"

Antique early 19th C. drum with original leather sling which features brass two position drum stick holder. Likely British and marked "101 R." indicating 101st regiment. Hand painted crowns to the upper and lower rims. Size drum 15" W x 11 1/2" H, stick 17" L, belt 40" L

Ex-Southern California Collection

West Africa, Nigeria, Idoma peoples horned helmet crest. Carved in wood with a bowl base (wormed but not pierced). Long slender neck with a black painted upper section under the head with is carved with light black highlighting. The top of the head with two horns affixed. Size 15" H

split to the rear, wormed, light scratching, wear commensurate with age.

Philippines Archipelago, Bontok, Luzon, probably Igorot tribal shield with convex center, notched at the ends and with a protruding point to the base. The reverse with a recessed carved handle, stained in a dark brown wood. Smaller form with old wood construction possibly for a child. Size 22" h x 7" W

Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eastern Mongo, Ngandu woven shield with carved wood handle and intricately woven construction. Size 51" H x 16" W

some soiling from age and moisture, fibers intact and strong to the face with some breakage to the handle wrappings, only 2 of 6 wrappings attached

Ex-San Francisco Area Tribal Art Collection

Shield covered in text and incised designs throughout the face. The reverse has been embellished with velvet backing. Size 15 1/4" H

As-is condition with soiling and patina throughout.

Pair of old weathered regimental or trumpeter flags with coat of arms depicting crown over crossed wheellock, sword, and trumpet. 12" H Each

Old Native American stone pendant and rear clasp necklace with shell tube form beads. Probably Chumash and purportedly from the Southwest Museum of Art California. Size 22" L

Good condition with light wear commensurate with age and use.

purportedly from the Southwest Museum of Art California

Beautiful string of coral and turquoise beads ranging from bright pink coral to pure white, earthen tones in between. Lovely bright turquoise polished beads in between. Size 24" L

Well preserved and wearable condition.

Ancient gilt metal embossed lion plaque fragment, probably Roman. Included with custom fit silk box. Size 3 1/2" L x 1 1/2" W

Ex-Southern California Estate

Lovely hand made Roman ring with two sets of double spirals applied to the face, one on top of the other. The double spiral is thought to signify balance, no doubt owing to the symmetry of the dual spirals. US 7.5

As-is condition with wear commensurate with age and use.

American Midwestern Heavily Beaded purse late 19th century with velvet and linen textile fabrics. The front with a circular decoration of white beads and three bands of colors. The top flap open to reveal an opening and interior in mixed fabrics. Size 4 1/2" H x 3" W

Beautiful Mexican (Dos Pesos) Gold coin dated 1945 expertly mounted in a traditional gold ring setting with clasps to the surface and without damaging the coin itself. 1" H coin, Mexican gold coin, band is cut to examine for plating

Bar to ring cut for inspection appears to be solid gold

ex-estate of a archeologist

Large sterling silver crucifix in openwork and silver filigree with a cast silver and gilt Christ mounted to the center. Size 4" H x 2 3/4" W 29 grams

very good condition with typical patination to the silver from age. No obvious signs of breaks or damage to filigree.

Ex-Southwest Collection

Spanish Colonial Crucifix pendant, probably 18th century. Cast in sterling or coin silver. Christ mounted and cast separately on the cross with a loop to the top section for attachment to a rosary. Size 3" H x 2" W, 17 grams

Ex-Spanish Colonial Arms and Armour Collection

Seventeen lovely polished deep purple and lavender amethyst beaded bracelet. Varying from deep midnight purple to light lovely lavender purple to faded crystal white throughout. Size 3" W opening elastic

Great wearable condition.

Dozens of delicate amethyst beads banded with dozens of silver beads throughout. Bar loop clasp with infinity loops attached to the suspension bar with silver dot details. Size 7" L

Wonderful wearable condition throughout.

Large and impressive Tuareg tcharot pendant necklace. Oversized pendant with geometric patterns and numerous black beads with silver sections of tube between. Size 16" L, 37 grams total weight, pendant 2 1/2" W

very good wearable condition

Ex-USA Collection

Wonderful and interesting silver necklace with a large fan with interior that rotates. The large pendant probably sterling silver and incised with patterns of geometric shapes and floral border work. Size 16" L, pendant 2" H, 46 grams

very good wearable condition

Ex-USA Collection

North Africa, bracelet and cuff in silver with one featuring large square ends in the Tuareg style with decoration, the other is cuff shape with decorated panels and patterns. largest 3 3/4" W

Fine pair of French circa 1900 - 1925 steel cut shoe buckle or "boucles de chaussures". The pattern similar to a blossoming fleur. French nobility and aristocracy frequently wore elaborate shoe buckles as part of their formal attire. For a similar example see The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Accession Number: 1975.261.5a, b2) Size each 2 1/4" w x 1 3/8" H

Good size Tibetan flint started with steel mounts and yak leather construction. Central loop for suspension. Size 4 3/4" W x 2 3/4" H

Well worn form use in the Tibetan Highlands

Ex-Southwest Collection

Beautifully aged and worn antique Tibetan flint started constructed of Yak leathers and steel mounts. Size 3" W x 1 3/4" H

oxidization with wear from age and use

Ex-Southwest Collection

Well aged and ornately mounted with gilt brass embossed panels flint starter. Probably circa 1800s with dragon motifs to the brass elements. Size 3 3/4" W x 2 1/2" H

Well worn from age and use

Ex-Southwest Collection

Very old Tibetan flint starter with a leather flat and stone inset center piece. Probably Yak leather with iron mounts. Size 4 1/2" W x 3 1/4" H

Early piece well worn from age and use in the Highlands of Tibet

Ex-Southwest Arms and Armour Collection

Circa 19th - 20th century, Sino-Tibetan inlayed ring with mosaic turquoise segments, copper rope detailing to the center and a hammered scallop rim around the edge. US size 9.5, face 1" L

Loss to one piece of turquoise else in good overall condition.

Post Medieval Indo-Scythian tribal brass earrings with lovely hammered floral and foliage detailing to the main panel, surrounded by mosaic turquoise inlays. Size 1 3/4" L

Minor losses to turquoise inlays in areas as shown, else in good wearable condition.

Heavy Chinese Archaistic-style bronze bangle with a slight taper. Size 2 1/2"W

Wear commensurate with age and use.

Ex-Southern California Estate

Chinese jade hair bangle in a translucent green and light green color. Size 2 3/4" W overall, 2" W opening, 42 grams

Ex-Los Angeles Estate

Chinese clear hardstone bangle probably a light quartz with a pinkish and white colorations. Size 3" W, opening 2 1/4" W, 38 grams

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Nice heavy Chinese bangle of a highly polished jadeite stone. Varied coloration transitions from a vibrant bright green jade to a white jade. Size 2 7/8" W, 2" W opening, 59 grams

Two stable cracks/repairs

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Beautiful Chinese jade hardstone inset case with a gold and agate panel to the center. Case incised with intricate decoration and designs. Center plaque reading blessing below the jeweled and agate medallion. Once open the interior reveals three compartments. Size 11 5/8" L, 1 1/4" H, 3" W

No apparent cracks or obvious signs of damage.

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Gorgeous Chinese hardstone bi with a central motif of a seated praying immortal with wings. Top of the plaque beautifully carved openwork dragon and phoenix. Size 4 1/2" H x 3" W, 123 grams

very good condition

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Chinese jade ring in fitted case. Highly polished to the exterior. Does not easily scratch. 8 grams weight. Size 7/8" W

good with no obvious signs of damage or wear

Chinese hardstone jade carved celadon mythical beast. 107 grams of jade and probably a very hard nephrite. Size 2 1/2" W

very good condition probably some light soiling to the paws from age.

Ex-Redondo Beach Collection, Ex-Bill Scollard Sr. Collection Prior circa 1970s

Chinese jadeite jewelry Bi disc pair in translucent green jade. Weight 7 grams (pair) Size larger 7/8" W

very good, no obvious scratches or damage

Nice translucent Chinese jadeite longevity immortal pendant on red stand with green bead. Does not scratch with a razor. Vintage circa 1970-90s jade immortal in a translucent creamy white jade with speckled clouds of green jade. Weight 24grams, size 1 3/4" H

very good with obvious signs of age

Old Chinese jadeite fruit pendant of peaches in translucent white and green jade. Hardstone does not scratch with razor. Mounting in silver with gilding marked (.585). Includes a custom fit silk box. Size 1 1/4" H

Nice set of Chinese deep green jadeite disc Bi. Very light measured on paper 4 grams. Excellent quality and very translucent. Size 1/2" W

Finely polished Chinese jadeite ring in a beautiful varied green jade with visible veins of darker green jade. Includes a custom fit silk case. Weight of 8 grams (HK Ring Size 22) Size 1" W

Two fine Chinese jadeite pendants in green jade with gold or silver mounting. Left most a heart shaped jade in a natural olive color with a 4 leaves floral mount. Right most a green jade carved kwon yin with a 4 pronged clasp illegible marked (possibly 10k) and another silver stamp (probably indicating plated silver). Size larger 1" H

good condition with no apparent breaks or damage

Very good quality jade openwork earrings in the archaistic style carved from natural celadon and brown bark jade. Constructed of three individually carved section of one stone with the top ring, central pierced openwork panel, and lower most dangling openwork panel with Butterflies. Probably late 19th century, excellent color and very translucent. Includes a custom fit silk embroidered box. Jade weight 8 grams total. Size 1 1/2" H

very good condition and do not scratch with a razor.

Excellent Chinese Shoushan soapstone seal in an orange and yellow hardstone, style of Huang Tian. Encircling serpent dragons in very good detail and fully carved high relief and pierced. Engraved key fret border. Includes a custom fit silver box. Exactly 100 grams. Size 3" H

Chinese Jade openwork double happiness pendant with silver mounting. 4 grams total weight. Includes a custom fit box. Size 1" H

Collection of fine white jade Chinese jewelry bi disc. Several appear Qing or earlier with one in a bright white color and the others in a Celadon color. Total weight of 36 grams. Size largest 1 1/4" L

Chip to single bright white bi, others in fine condition with no obvious signs of damage or wear.

Chinese white jade plaque with pierced openwork designs and character to the center strung with peach colored string. 22 grams weight. Size 2" H x 1 1/4" W

Chinese large beaded wood turned ball bracelet with 15 individual spheres. Size 3" W

Ex-Southern California Estate

Attractive Chinese double sided gold mesh and Cloisonne enamel stork pendant. Size 1 1/2" H

Nice Chinese enamel bangle with a clasp, circa 1990s. Pigeon blood background with enamel painted flowers and butterfly. 44 grams. Largest 2 1/2" W

Left example with a flat underside in white cloisonne enamel cloud decoration. The exterior rounded with multi-colored floral and cloud motifs. Right most with an all rounded designs and noticeably heavier with black enamel and pink floral motifs. Both with age probably circa 1970s or earlier. Weight 32 grams. Size 2 3/4" W

wear commensurate with age and use

Chain link necklace probably copper links with silver tipped hanging dangles. Mother of pearl inlaid wood ear spools. 11 3/4" L

Collected prior to 2008, ex-Lacy Gallery (Vanna & Lee Lacy collection), Los Angeles CA. Lacy Gallery was founded upon six decades of collecting ethnographic and fine art. Lee Lacy was a distinguished Hollywood producer of iconic TV series and commercials.

Trio of Navajo sterling silver and turquoise rings, 15gram total weight of the three pieces. Largest with 14 inset turquoise stones in sterling silver and marked with a makers stamp (YV) reverse. Center with a single large inset stone and probably sterling silver setting. Right most with six turquoise inset stone in silver marked .925 with an intricate crest of a crown over letters to the reverse and center.

Handmade sterling silver drop earrings with fire opal centered flowers. Lightweight with exquisite details throughout. Size 3 1/2" H

Wonderful wearable condition.

Gorgeous sterling silver Native American made earrings with an eagle framed with a turquoise moon, and feathers dangling below. Size 1 1/2" H

Wonderful wearable condition throughout.

Dreamcatcher shaped turquoise earrings with dangling feather details suspended between small turquoise stones. Lovely green and aqua marbling throughout. Size 1 3/4" H

Wonderful wearable condition throughout.

Fine pair of Native American Zuni earrings comprised of mother of pearl, spiny lobster and stone. Layered in a banding tower shape. Size 1 1/2" H

Wonderful wearable condition throughout.

Beautiful Native American silver cut into bear shapes with arrows on each side. Marbled coral tubular beads, with silver added beads and accents. Size 2" L

Lovely wearable condition throughout.

Lovely carved pair of Native American turtle earrings, with turquoise and a hard green stone. Suspended with the turtle heads pointed onwards and upwards. Size 3/4" W

Great wearable condition throughout.

Finely detailed pair of Native American earrings with metal beaks, suspended with shell and turquoise beads. The hummingbird body is carved from a light dewy yellow, with mother of pearl and coral accents. Size 1 3/4" L

Beautiful wearable condition throughout.

Lovely pair of turquoise overlaid on seashell drop earrings, with sterling silver hooks. The turquoise has been polished to make for a smooth surface throughout. Size 1 3/4" L

Wonderful wearable condition throughout.

Fine mosaic earrings made from various greenstone and coral sections, in a lovely layered composition throughout. Suspended from silver hooks and incredible light. Size 2" L

Wonderful wearable condition throughout.

Vintage Navajo style silver & turquoise bracelet marked sterling to the back of one clasp. Probably Taxco in manufacture with numerous turquoise beads mounted in silver. 7 1/4" L

Lovely sterling silver handcrafted necklace and earring set. Each oval depicts kachina dolls and are beautifully detailed with stylistically elaborate robes and feather headdress. Etched 'handmade' and sterling SV on the reverse. Size of necklace 21" L overall

Wonderful wearable condition throughout.

Gorgeous Millefiori glass beads with unique turquoise and white detailing to each bead. Small rounded turquoise bead spacers in between. Size 20" L

Wondaful wearable condition throughout.

Baule Bronze currency anklet with decorated exterior and near closed loop. The exterior with linear decoration and hollow interior. 5 3/4" W x 5 1/2" H

West Africa, Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire, Akan Kingdom and later Ashanti (Asante) peoples 19th - 20th century necklace with a multi link chain and three talisman as pendants. One large drum like pendant with a heart shaped center embossed motif, another shaped as a large cleaver, and a gold weight shaped cone object. (143grams) acid test low kt gold or brass. Chain 65" L, pendant 2" H

several punctures probably for attachments, some misshapen form from time and use

Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.

Brass African bracelet with five bells and roped designs. Size 5 1/4"L overall, opening 1 1/2" W

Collected prior to 2008, ex-Lacy Gallery (Vanna & Lee Lacy collection), Los Angeles CA. Lacy Gallery was founded upon six decades of collecting ethnographic and fine art. Lee Lacy was a distinguished Hollywood producer of iconic TV series and commercials.

West Africa, Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire, Akan Kingdom and later Ashanti peoples 19th - 20th century with this example probably early to mid 20th century heavy gilded brass prestige bracelet in two-piece hinged construction with a large chameleon and decorative ceremonial features. Acid tested probably brass, (323grams). For Similar Examples see page 159, of "Gold of The Akan from the Glassell Collection" published 2002 with The Museum of Fine Arts Houston. Size 3 3/4" H, lizard 1 3/4" L

Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.

West Africa, probably Ghana, fine pair of silver woven bracelets with hollow ball ends, decorated with embossed flowers, and bible like ornaments. Low grade silver, 69 grams total. each ~2 3/4" W

Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.

West Africa, Ghana, Asante Peoples mid to early 20th century fine pair of heavy two-piece bracelets with a hinged joint and decorated pin to secure the two together. Each with intricate geometric and incised patterns of decoration thoughout. 167grams acid test low grade siver. Size each 2 1/4" W

Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.

Tuareg Manilla, African currency trade bracelets used as currency during the slave trade and of a heavy brass or high nickel construction with pin holes and carving to the exterior. Largest 4 3/4" W, group weighs 6 pounds

West Africa, Burkina Faso, Mossi peoples Excellent green patina whistle with custom stand. Size 3 1/2" H, 4 1/4" H on included stand

Ex-San Francisco Area Collection

Traditional classic malachite marbling in light green to deep dark ocean green throughout. Beautifully shaped and polished with gold hinge, and red velvet insert to protect your valuables. Size 5 3/4" W x 4" L x 1 7/8" H, weight 2lbs, 8 ounces

Wonderful condition throughout.

Small carved stone agate guitar with natural brown and green marbling throughout. Incised details to the face including strings. Size 5 1/4" L

Good condition.

Wonderful pair of shaman stones covered in patina throughout. Shaman stones have been used for centuries by spiritual tribal members (Shaman) and other mystics. They are considered sacred among the sages of many ancient tribes. The stones have been used in rituals to contact extra-terrestrials, spirit vision quests and astral journeying. Size of largest stone is 1 1/2" H

Great preserved condition.

Finely cast racoon figure with inset eyes, finely detailed fur, feet and facial details throughout. The young racoon holds tight to the rock as he looks out with concern, big black eyes open wide, with pointed ears. Signed with the initials U.E.O to the front just below his back right paw. Size 7" L x 6 5/8" H x 4" W

Lovely condition throughout.

Hand made Turkish silver ring with pseudo-filigree, applied lapis lazuli and coral pieces. Metal twisted into a rope accents the made bezel, with double circle motifs throughout. US size 7

Well preserved condition with patina throughout.

Beautiful creamsicle orange, coral pink, and Merlot red ball shaped Himalayan glass beads comprise this lovely necklace. Varying shapes and sized create a chunky and fun look. Size 23" L, 143 grams

Well preserved and wearable condition throughout.

Finely detailed and carved from a single piece of crystal quartz, in the shape of a dragonfly. Natural striping through near translucent wings, with protruding eyes, and ribbed body. Size 2" L

Good overall condition throughout.

Lovely stylized bunny, each feature heavily detailed with incised eyes, large ears and rounded body. Mid century modern Swedish clear crystal art glass curio cabinet display sculpture. Designed by Olle Alberius (1926 - 1993) one of Sweden's leading glass and ceramics artist of the 20th century. Signed on bottom. Size 7" H x 7" W

Multiple scratches, chips, losses and other flaws. As-is condition.

Collected prior to 2008, ex-Lacy Gallery (Vanna & Lee Lacy collection), Los Angeles CA. Lacy Gallery was founded upon six decades of collecting ethnographic and fine art. Lee Lacy was a distinguished Hollywood producer of iconic TV series and commercials.

Sixteen beautifully polished tiger eye beaded bracelet, with deep caramel, chocolate and gold banding throughout. Size 3" W elastic

Wonderful wearable condition throughout.

Italian, circa 21 century. Hand painted musical motif with multiple floral and foliage surrounding a guitar. Two compartment interior with red velvet. Music plays wonderfully strumming 'Isle of Capri'. Original markers stickers to base. Size 5 1/2" W x 2 12" H

Well preserved condition throughout with minor surface wear.

Beautiful light pink, coral, white and orange colored polished stones throughout. Beautiful fashionable addition to any collection. Size 2" W

Wonderful wearable condition throughout.

Sterling silver vintage Tiffany & Company bookmark, golf ball on a tee. Original Tiffany and Company blue velvet pouch for safe keeping. Would make a great gift for the golf enthusiast in your life. Size 2 3/4" H

Used condition but overall well preserved.

Gorgeous pair of hand carved and polished blue amber dolphin figurines. Blue amber when illuminated by black light with glow bright blue, giving them their true name of blue amber. Each dolphin has square incised eyes, pointed nose, fins and tail details. Absolutely lovely pair for any collector. Size 3 1/4" L, 1 5/8" H x 1 1/2" W

Lovely condition.

Beautiful vintage style faux pearl necklace with five layers of varying size and colored pearl style beads. Classic vintage style necklace makes for a fun dress up night for any date night or girls night out. Size 14 1/4" L

Great wearable condition throughout with minor wear from use.

Lovely faux pearl necklace with dozens of pearl like beads, made to be worn in a layer fashion including choker with a long band, or doubled as shown. Size 53" L

Wearable Condition throughout

Amber colored casting of a baby rattlesnake curled in striking position. Suspended on an oxidized sterling silver chain. Size 2 1/4" H pendant

Minor surface wear to pendant, else in wonderful wearable condition.

Adorable carved miniature turquoise animals. Rabbit with dark marbling throughout body, incised ears, whiskers eyes and nose. Mole with corn cob is heavily details, with the moles ears in high relief along with feet and tail, incised eyes, whiskers, nose, and detailed incised corn cob with husk. Size larger 1 3/4" L

Lovely condition throughout.

Strung in modern times, this Viking glass bead necklace includes beads in ochre, tawny, pink orange and cream colors, with one large almost clear bead to the center. Size 27" L

As-is condition with surface wear and losses to be expected with age.

Classic trunk style with buckles and chains represented against the LV brand and logos in rotating pink and chocolate brown silk. Original tag still attached. Size 68" L x 35" W

Small stain, appears to be paint.

Natural amethyst crystal geode polished and exposed in an open-eye like fashion. Deep inset purple crystals glisten from the inside out like stars in a galaxy. Amethyst is a protective stone that helps to relieve stress and anxiety in your life, and the symptoms that accompany it. Size 8 1/2" H x 5 3/4" W

Minor surface scratches, else in good condition.

Fine pair of plum amethyst geode bookends with polished natural stone edges in sandstone and cream colors. Amethyst is a protective stone that helps to relieve stress and anxiety in your life, and the symptoms that accompany it, namely headaches, fatigues, and anxiety. Size of larger piece 4 1/2" H x 4" W

Overall good condition with no losses or cracks.

Lovely bookend or paperweight mounted amethyst geode crystals. Emits a vibrant, positive energy, helping to balance the harmony in one's life, at home or work. Amethyst is a protective stone that helps to relieve stress and anxiety in your life, and the symptoms that accompany it.larger 3 1/4" H x 3 1/2" W on included custom stand

Good condition throughout each.

Lovely polished piece of petrified wood with cream, dark brown, and smoky grey coloring throughout from natural fossilization over time. Size 8 3/4" L, 2 1/8" W

Lovely preserved condition throughout.

Group of two Philippines sea shells including lovely Conus Geographus shell with red and cream striping, and a Chiagra spider conch shell with caramel and cream spotted and banding throughout. Size largest 8 1/4" W

Well preserved condition throughout.

Early ancient style bronze vessel, probably 18th century or earlier. Bulbous bowl jug in the form of a gourd with pinned bronze handles. Size 7 1/2" H x 8" W

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Animalistic Persian bronze drinking vessel form known as a rhyton. Feline with a large paws extended forward. Size 5 1/2" H

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Large early polychrome cup with fire-clouds, protruding lip and rounded but stable base. Varying color of pottery comes from where the bowl was placed when fired in the kiln, in this case hardly any fire touched the base leaving it a natural clay color, while the rest of the bowl is of varying shades. Black areas are where flames were closest and hotest. Size 7 1/4" H x 10 1/2" W

As-is condition with minor losses to rim, wear commensurate with age and use, manganese has tested for authenticity. Small stable fissure to base.

Collected prior to 2008, ex-Lacy Gallery (Vanna & Lee Lacy collection), Los Angeles CA. Lacy Gallery was founded upon six decades of collecting ethnographic and fine art. Lee Lacy was a distinguished Hollywood producer of iconic TV series and commercials.

Acrylic painted on canvas board a small dessert scene with trees and bushes, with mountains in the background. Size in frame 17 1/2" W x 13 1/2" H, image 13 1/2" W x 9 3/4" H

Discoloration throughout, with losses to frame as shown.

Acrylic winter on the river scene painted on masonite board with a gilt frame. Size 28 1/4" W x 24 1/4" H in frame, image 23 1/2" W x 19 1/2" H.

Overall good condition with some minor wear to frame.

Signed bottom left, Robin Lee Day dated 2005. A landscape painting in acrylic with a tipi along a riverbank in the Fall with game on a spit in the background. Size in frame 22 1/4" W x 18 1/4" H, image 15 1/4" H x 19 1/4" W

Some soiling and losses to painting and frame, else in good condition.

Signed in the lower right, this oil painting includes a 6x6 bull elk in the foreground, with two does in the background, the youngest elk looking alert. The scene appears to be at sunset while the elk graze the field and are disturbed by something we cannot see. Size in frame 28 3/4" W x 22 3/4" H, image 23 1/2" W x 17 1/2" H

Overall good condition with some minor losses to the frame, minor soiling to painting.

Beautiful and vibrant 14 color giclee print after the original by James Walker 1872. The vibrant scene has a rang manager with lots of regalia on a white horse overseeing his enormous herd and team of hands. Size frame 28 1/2"W x 22 1/2" H

pristine condition without signs of any damage or wear.

Ex-Private Southwest Collection

United States Marines Aviation print of four jets flying in synchronizes. Size 12 1/2" W x 9 5/8" H in frame

Wear throughout as shown.

Ex-California Collection

Two framed prints of American gets including Air Force Sabre Jet F-86D and a Air Force F-100 Super Sabre both by Nort American Aviation, Inc. Size of each 16" W x 13" H in frame

Wear and scratches to each with some soiling to the border of the frame.

Ex-California Collection

American photo of a cavalry soldier and his mount. Large 'Golden Wings' print of two Grumman F4F-4 Wildcat flying over Henderson Airfield, the reverse with summary signed by MPB Corp. Left most a print of Indians and Scouts Talking by Charles M. Russell. Size of largest 15 3/4" H 19 3/4" W

Up for interpretation this abstract sketch by Mark McNutt can be seen as a globe, with a tree growing, showing the circle of life, and so much more. Mounted in a shadow box with a glass front. Size shadow box 6 1/2" W x 6 1/2" H, sight 3 3/4" W x 3 3/4" H

Good overall condition.

Collected prior to 2008, ex-Lacy Gallery (Vanna & Lee Lacy collection), Los Angeles CA. Lacy Gallery was founded upon six decades of collecting ethnographic and fine art. Lee Lacy was a distinguished Hollywood producer of iconic TV series and commercials.

Rare Mexican Revolutionary period coin circa 1915 reading to one side "UN PESO, MONEDA PROVISIONAL" and the reverse "ESTADO L. YS. DE OAXACA, 1915" around a portrait. 7/8" W

Marked to one side - Reforma, Libertat, Justucia, y Ley - around the sun and - Oro. 0.5951. Reverse marked 'Republica Mexicana, 1915, Dos Pesos' around the Mexican eagle. Size 1/2" W

Ex-Oregon Collection, Ex-Malter Gallery

Oil or print on tin of "The Rape of Europa" by Fernando Botero 1932-2023. Botero a Colombian artist famous for his figurative sculptors in large exaggerated proportions. 12 1/2" H x 10 5/8" W

Ex-Southwest Collection, USA

Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata Salazar oil painting on tin. Zapata standing fiercely with no shirt and two bandoleers of bullets with a rifle held in one hand. The Mexican volcanos Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl the center of Historic Puebla. 12 3/4" H x 8 3/4" W

Ex-Southwest USA Collection

Signed by Rick Thomas, this adorable soap stone carving depicts a deal sun bathing on a rock, with his snout high in the air. Lightly incised features including his flippers, and whiskers. The stone is a lovely marbled green soap stone with greens ranging from dark forest green, to a lighter army green. Size 5" L, 3 3/4" H

Good condition throughout.

Early Americana drum with a brass sheet center section, tensioned by ropes and a colored red, black, and white band to the top and bottom. First quarter of the 20th century. 15" H x 14 1/2" W

flaking to paint surfaces, wear overall commensurate with age and use.

Collected prior to 2008, ex-Lacy Gallery (Vanna & Lee Lacy collection), Los Angeles CA. Lacy Gallery was founded upon six decades of collecting ethnographic and fine art. Lee Lacy was a distinguished Hollywood producer of iconic TV series and commercials.

Vintage Rochambeau commemorative large serving or stuffing spoon. Size 12 1/4" L

As-is condition with losses and wear as shown.

Fun collection of old kitchen tools, include a potato masher, ricer, spice press, carving fork and meat tenderizing fork. The potato masher is stamped to the interior Foley Food Mill, carving fork was manufactured in Los Angeles out of Acme. Size of largest piece, carving fork 14 1/2" L

Overall wear from age and use commensurate with age.

Beautifully framed pair of hand colored engravings after Jean Baptiste (N de Poilly ex). Each with a wide matted boarder and gilt noir frame with glass. Size 27" H x 21" W (frame) sight 18 1/4" H x 13 3/4" W each

Two framed and numbered engravings hand colored of knights or soldiers in armour wearing cuirass and morion / cabasset helmets. The lower section reading (Solider of King Charles IX) & (Infantry Officer to King Henry IV). Each monogramed (M. te L) Size each 8 1/4" H x 6" W, in frame 17 1/4" H x 14 1/4" W

Ex-Southern California collection

Early Judaica manuscript on fine translucent vellum with hand writing in black ink over blue and gold paint. The vellum page is in good condition and a smooth goldish color. Size 6 3/4" H x 3 3/4" W

Ex-Beverly Hills CA collection

Dark speckles and marbled green stone carved in the form of a vase column with attached silver mounts in scrolling patterns of foliage. Size 8" H

reattached from an early break

Antique Catholic incense censer which was hung on a chain and swung as a priest walked in procession. 18th-19th century. Partially converted as a lamp base with mount for a stalk. Weighted to prevent tipping over. Size 11" H

Wear commensurate with age and use

Ex-Southern California Collection

Ancient Byzantine cross pendant in bronze together with a large 17th-19th century bronze crucifix absent Christ. Size 1 3/4" H, 7 grams together

loss to crucifix. Byzantine pendant intact

Ex-European Art Collection

Collection of six antique plaster wax seals including the names and dates of each to some on the reverse. Two larger examples on with an intricate scene of mighty figures on thrones or standing with remnants of wax. Some of the names read Herzog Rudolf IV, Kaiseria Maria of Prussia, Erzherzog Ferdinand 1589, Franz I, and others illegible. During the 19th century seals were popular as collectables and often framed or mounted for display. Size: 5"

Painted porcelains depicting winter scenes in the country. Vase shows a cabin in the woods along a river with last of the summers leaves on trees with a blanket of snow on the ground. Plate shows a row of farm houses in the background of a snow covered field, across the lake now frozen over. The large vase marked number 2431 to the base and H & CO Bavaria. The plate marked B&C France. Size of largest 13" H (stand used for photography purposes only)

Both in overall nice condition with minor soiling to base, no obvious signs of restoration.

Beautiful late Victorian or earlier Sanctus monastery bell in large size with wonderful Latin inscription. Latin inscription reading in Latin (Ocem Meam Audi Qui Me Tangit) which loosely translates to (Whoever touches hears my voice). Size 8 1/2" H

Ex-Los Angeles Collection

Beautifully crafted dragonflies with natural raw black tourmaline wings and sterling and brass bodies. These make for a lovely addition to any desktop, bookshelf or mantle. Size 4" W largest

Great paperweight sized rich colored all natural polished calcite sphere. Gorgeous cream, caramel and creamsicle orange coloring throughout. Size 3 1/2" W

Minor soiling else in good overall condition.

Incredible ocean blue, turquoise, and deep purple bands and waves throughout make up for this gorgeous piece of all natural raw fluorite. Fluorite is a calcium crystal that crystallizes in the form of masses, cubic, and octahedral crystals. Size 4 1/2" H, 6" W

Wonderful preserved condition throughout.

Perfectly egg shaped and polished section of an amethyst, with beautiful lavender and deep purples throughout. Size 3 1/8" H with stand

Wonderful condition throughout

Perfectly egg shaped and polished section of an amethyst, with beautiful lavender and deep purples throughout. Size 3 1/8" H with stand

Great condition throughout.

Natural raw piece of ruby, with lovely deep red marbling throughout. Shine through a light, or in the natural sunlight and the piece glistens. Could be drilled or mounted for a pendant. Size 2" H

Great preserved condition throughout

Lovely boxed set of green garnet pieces in varied sizes to be used for jewelry making or just adoration. Included in a beautifully crafted antique box with scenic painted scene to the top. Size of box 5 3/4" W x 1 3/4" H

Well preserved condition throughout.

Lovely sections of common opal with iridescence and caramel coloring throughout. Size of largest piece 1 1/2" L

Well preserved condition.

Finely patinated and heavy piece of raw copper. Due to weathering, this piece of copper has a small coat of a dull-green tarnish of copper carbonate called verdigris. Size 3" W x 2 1/4" H, weight 875 grams

As-is overall well preserved condition throughout.

Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Gorgeous calcite on conichalcite mineral specimen. Fine calcite terminals throughout leading to a fine conichalicite base. Vibrant green coloring throughout leading to a ocean turquoise not often seen. Size 4 1/4" x 2 1/2"

Fine cubic metallic pyrite cubes on a tan colored Basalt matrix, with fine patina throughout from carbonates. The cubic mirror pyrite sits perfectly in its natural Basalt base, and can be displayed in any angle. Size: 3 1/4" H, 2 5/8" W

Gorgeous thunderegg, also known as a lithophysae. This specimen has marvelous red, orange, and mocha marbling against cream coloring throughout. Small section of light red and pink chalcedony. The piece is licked with agate throughout, giving a birds eye view of rivers and canyons. Size 4 1/4 L x 1 1/2

Raw native copper specimen with lovely green deposits throughout from copper carbonate. This piece is a typical pattern as an irregular mass and fractured fillings. Gorgeous red, orange, gold coloring throughout with the green tarnish. Size 8" L x 3 3/4" H

Raw copper such as this is a natural occuring formation, with a mountain like peak and a near river bed growth protruding out of the base, this gives the essence of being part of the earth, growing with the ever changing environmnet. Green patina throughout from copper carbonate. Size: 8 3/4" L, 4 1/2" H

Fantastic native copper mineral specimen with natural quartz Basalt terminations. Copper is one of the few metallic elements to occur naturally and in organic form. This example complete with the bright red glistening color of copper isometric and cube like crystals, snow white quartz with green and red deposits in the Basalt. Size 4 1/4 L x 4" H

Gorgeous fourteen pound cubic natural teal grey fluorite quartz crystal mineral specimen cluster. Uniquely colored throughout, when light shines directly through the piece, the colors wonderfully vary from grey, teal, lilac purple and opaque. Hard to see, there are incredible sections of raw chalcedony throughout the front of the piece, and when displayed, glistens perfectly in the sun. Size 12 1/2" L x 8" W x 5" H

Bright turquoise green botryoidal malachite specimen, with visible pleochroism throughout. Matte green coloring with some areas of zinc, cobalt and nickel to the outer edge and base. Size 10" L x 6" W, weighs 1509 grams

Gorgeous large section of dozens of cubic pyrite among gorgeous quartz crystal terminations throughout. Pyrite crystals occur in many shapes, including large perfectly square glistening cubes, and then like this example, lovely cluster of smaller druzy aggregates. Sphalerite is one of the few crystals that form crystals ranging from opaque to gem like. Size 5" W x 1 1/4", 1045 grams

Large section of bright blue botryoidal chrysocolla cluster mineral section with incredible minute clusters throughout the surface. Vibrant blue with snow white accents throughout. Size 14" L X 9" W

Minor losses and surface cracks as shown from old losses.

Wonderful amethyst geode cluster in a natural cave shape, with a deep interior that gets deeper in purple coloring throughout. Dozens of terminating crystals throughout make this piece sparkle and glisten in all manner of light. Size 2" W x 1 3/4" H

Wonderful preserved condition throughout.

ex-James R. Ashby Jr. collection

Lovely snow white crystal quartz specimen with clear crystal clusters throughout. The specimen absolutely glistens in the bright sunlight. Size 2 3/4" W

Well preserved condition throughout.

Huallanca, Mine, Huallanca District, Bolognesi Province, Ancash, Peru. Beautiful pyrite specimen from Peru, with incredible mirrored sides throughout. Makes for a wonderful addition to any mineral collection. Size 5" W x 4 1/2" H

Well preserved throughout.

Gorgeous pink stilbite tower on chalcedony crystal cluster mineral specimen. Eye catching in every direction with varying pinks and snow white coloring throughout. Size 3 1/4" W x 3" H

Minor soiling throughout.

Gorgeous natural raw copper specimen with glimmering copper sections throughout, natural copper clusters, and raw earth deposits. Size 2" W

Wonderful preserved condition throughout.

San Antonio Mine, Santa Eulalia, Chihuahua, Mexico. Near topaz colored mimetite specimen with amazing tiny clusters throughout with mounds of clusters throughout. Nicely mounted on a Lucite stand with natural coloring throughout. Size 1 3/4" L

Good preserved condition throughout.

Beautiful green melanterite specimen, with custom lucite base. Makes for the perfect addition to any beginner mineral collection. Lovely light green radiantly going into darker green, with lovely crystal formations throughout. Size 1 1/4" W

Fine condition throughout.

Trio of lovely baby triton shells, shed after the creature inhabiting the shells grows too large and has to find a larger protective shell. Beautiful thick bands of brown, caramel, pink and cream throughout. Size of longest 7 3/4" L

Wonderful preserved condition throughout.

Charonia Tritonis seashells, each over a foot long with deep brown and black ribbing throughout. Coral pink interior and wide cavity for a creature to live safely inside. Size of largest 13 1/4" L

Wonderful preserved condition.

Lovely large triton sea shell, measuring over a foot long. Gorgeous dark coffee brown bands fading to a light caramel band into snow white bands throughout. Bright coral colored interior with dark brown veins. Size 15 3/4" L, 6" W, 5 1/2" H

Wonderful preserved condition throughout.

Lovely group of well preserved sea shells, including a Cypraea mauritiana, lovely pear shaped triton shell, and a traditional shaped triton shell. Size of largest 6 1/2" L

Well preserved condition throughout.

Naturally shaped from over time, large sections of light blue sea glass, lightly shaped as hearts. Size 2" H, 2" W

Overall good condition.

Collected prior to 2008, ex-Lacy Gallery (Vanna & Lee Lacy collection), Los Angeles CA. Lacy Gallery was founded upon six decades of collecting ethnographic and fine art. Lee Lacy was a distinguished Hollywood producer of iconic TV series and commercials.

Fine group of ancient fossilized trilobite specimens, each in various stages of age based on size and well preserved with defensive ridges intact. Size largest 3" L

As-is condition, well preserved.

Late Cretaceous period, about 100 to 94 million years ago. Fossilized Spinosaurus tooth with wonderful dark aged patina. Spinosaurus skull when at full growth measured up to six feet long, imagine a jaw filled with teeth as big as these. Size 4 1/2" L

Well preserved condition with ancient losses from years of being in the ground.

Wonderful fossilized Orthoceras fossil with multicolored fossilization throughout. Orthoceras is a genus of extinct nautili cephalopod restricted to Middle Ordovician-aged marine limestones of the Baltic States and Sweden. Size 8 1/2" L x 3 1/4" W

Well preserved condition throughout.

Paperweight sized piece of fossilized or petrified wood, with deep red and green coloring throughout. Size 3 1/4" H, 3 1/4" W

Good preserved condition.

Two small pieces of petrified wood. Wood fossilized for hundred of years with a hard fossil feel, bright red and caramel coloring throughout. Size or largest piece 4 3/4" W, 2 1/8" H

Well preserved condition.

Raw section of meteor with red iron and calcium like deposits throughout. Small section with a rough exterior, red, black, and cream coloring throughout. Size 3" H, 4 1/4" W

Well preserved condition.

Roaming the earth over millions of years ago, this fine group of teeth from the saber-toothed carnivore are a rare find. Largest piece being the molar with towering sharp points, and two incisors that appear to be well worn from both use and age over time. Size largest 1 1/8" W x 1 1/2" H

Well preserved condition.

Fantastic mortar and pestle with preserved Orthoceras fossils remaining in high relief around the exterior of the bowl. A fossilized pestle with rings around the handle for additional grip. Size 5" H, 5" W

Wonderful condition throughout.

Two very early and ancient Islamic or Persian plates. Left example in blue and white with a scene of elongated grass or floral motifs. Right a lusterware and lightly rainbowed pedestal plate with the design an image of scrolling motifs. Underside with several old marks and labels from early collections. Probably 12th-16th century to either. Size largest 5 1/4" W

Repairs, cracks and chips as seen

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Medieval Persia, Khorashan, Seljuk dynasty probably 12th century. Fine brass low trad with a copper inlaid pattern and borders. The rim with early script and underside with additional patterns. Exterior bowl with additional inscriptions throughout. Size 7 3/4" W x 1 3/8" H

loss to rim, wear overall commensurate with age and use.

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Indo-Persian ornate and very elongated slender brass ewer. Covered in incised decoration with numerous bands to the background of the decoration in Islamic script. Metal displays pitting due to age. Removeable cap attached to long thin handle with hinge. Size 17 1/2" H

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Beautiful and vibrant turquoise Persian bowl with raised relief over the bulbous body depicting floral patterns on stem. Signed to the under side with Persian script. Size 4 1/2" H x 6 1/4" W

wear commensurate with age and use

Ex-Redondo Beach Collection

Interior of the cover reading over a blue paper in Arabic (and half of Noor Al-Din carried peace). The pages primarily in fine thin paper with Persian script reading to the first page with a green / gold colored border surrounding text.

First page reading (In GAZA and in the martyrdom of Afzal Ahl Zaman with the blessings of God and His mercy and forgiveness for all the people of Uhud, every morning, every evening, every day or night, from Tafil, their pure names, the healer from all the diseases and pests of the world, so that with faith and action, we will be safe in Jannah al-Mavi Abd Al-Rasoul is truthful in the security of their names, answer his call with all the believers, promise gim O God, make me among them. Amen, O Lord. The Worlds.

The third page mentioning the Holy Prophet, Ghazi (The people of martyrdom)… The 15th page referencing the names of 360+ Gazians with the following page cut from the scripture. The 17th page with Masoud's prayer. The pages at this point with greater detail and ornate illumination. Half the book in Arabic translation with great gold embellishment. Two pages cut from the scripture. Size 6 3/4" H x 4" W

Wear overall from use and handling. 75 pages with 150 pages of individual script.

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Wonderful and thick book with numerous pages of Persian scripture and poems. 286 pages individual total with script front and back each page for a total of 572 or more pages of script. Many loose and added to with the entirety of the manuscript in Persian text and annotations. Size 7 1/2" H

wear commensurate with age and use

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Nice group of four ancient Islamic terracotta or ceramic fragments from Hispano Moresque or Kashan to Seljuk dynasty period. Size largest 3 1/2" W

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Rare extremely early Almoner tray in bronze with Islamic script around the borders, Seljuk 11th-12th century. Low bronze alms tray in rectangular form with an 8 sided interior and multiple bands of well embossed decoration. Size 11 1/2" H x 7 1/4" W

Delicate and with losses around edges.

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Lovely vintage Thai carving of a dancing woman, she wears an elaborate headdress and long scarf. Standing on a base all carved from a single piece of wood. Size 19 1/2" H

Minor losses else in good overall condition.

Southeast Asia, probably Thailand 19th century. Gorgeous Thai seated depiction of Buddha on a triple throne. Constructed of solid silver panels hand hammered over a wood and resin core. For a very Similar example see the Ferenc Hopp Museum of Asiatic Arts Accession Number # (5974). Size 7 1/4" H x 6" W

good condition with typical wear and use

Ex-Redondo Beach Collection, Ex-Bill Scollard Sr. Collection Prior

Very large Bodhisattva statue of Yab-Yum deity and consort. The demon deity with a zoomorphic face covered in symbols and iconography. Holding to one arm a large sword and another bracing the consort. Below the deity standing a top of a subject. Cast in brass or bronze. Size 16 1/2" H x 8 1/2" W

Ex-Redondo Beach Collection, Ex-Bill Scollard Sr. Collection circa 1970s

Old Indian ceramic bowl with cascading stippled half moon band and floral images at the base of each arch. Size 3 1/4" H

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Soapstone incised bowl with detailing of Persian foliate motifs to the exterior. Beige and cream colored stone. Size 6" W

Chip to rim

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Beautiful lacquer painting of a royal hunting scene including a king and four additional figures chasing lions, deer, and birds. Qajar Era 1789-1925. Reverse an old label reading the title of the work as (Bahram Shah) referencing Bahram-Shah Sultan of the Ghaznavid Empire and having lived from 1084-1157. Size 19" W x 13 1/4" H

typical chips and wear overall commensurate with age and use

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Beautiful battle scene of royal figures in conflict with the Shah depicted largest and a for in black with a shield slightly smaller. Between the two some early Persian script probably referencing the said story. Label to the reverse reads ( Shah Asmad?, Rs 10-0) Size 19" W x 13 1/4" H

typical chips and wear commensurate with age and use

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Intricate royal hunting scene of figures chasing game including a leopard and wild boar. Each with spear, bow and arrow, and firearms. Central scene with a medallion inscribed with illegible text. Reverse an old label reading Shckargahe Lettesoltan or more probably the famed hunting ground known as Shikargah. The hunting games were used as practices of war exercise where the encircling of the enemy was practiced. Size 17 1/2" W x 13 1/4" H

Ex-Pasadena Collection

Early blue and white Middle Eastern tile with floral band at base. 6 1/2" H

as-is condition with cracks, chips and repairs as seen on photographs

Indonesia, Java, Kendi ceremonial ewer or water vessel from the early 20th century with a red ceramic body double gourd base with some paint to the top of the neck. The spout is silver embossed and stippled in a zoomorphic pattern. Circular lid with blue and tan paint carved in wood with a silver finial. Size 10 1/2" H

Brass oil lamp with chain for suspension with eight oil bowls. Size including chain 18 3/4" H

As-is condition with losses, and a hole to neck.

Attractive desk accessory French Ormolu gilt bronze and rouge / red marble inkwell or encrier. Center scene with nude female centaur or centauresses, cherubs, and other mythological figures. Size 16" W, 8 1/2" deep, 8" H, heavy weight

without any obvious signs of breaks or damage. Typical chips or wear to edges and underside

Ex-Southern California Estate

South East Asia, Thailand City of Chiang Mai 20th century. Textile with a red boarder and elaborately embroidered with patterns in blue, gold, and reds. Size of sight 17 1/4" W x 9 1/4" H, in frame 21" W x 13 3/4" H

Not examined outside of frame, in overall well preserved condition.

Antique 19th century Indian oil lamp with four spouts. Lamp can be held or suspended by the brass hook, and can be rotated for ample lighting throughout the room. Size 15" H

Good condition throughout.

Patrick Kipper Art Collection

Lot of 4 miniatures bronze. Asante erotic gold weight of two lowers in bronze laying down. Asante / Akan erotic gold with of two lovers standing. Early Balinese or Indian bronze horse on wheels with a figure holding reins. Asante crane with head turned reverse. Size largest 3 1/4" H

Metal cast vintage Tibetan ritual horn with a dragon face, incised scales, and geometric designs throughout. Chain for suspension and carrying. Size 19 1/2" W

Wear and patina throughout.

Green hardstone Chinese snuff bottle nicely carved into the shape of a fish. Stopper in the shape of a peach with spoon still intact. Nicely drilled interior. Size 2 3/4" H

Minor soiling throughout.

Beautiful muddled green hardstone Chinese snuff bottle, originally included text scrolling along the vase in a silvered paint. Hardstone stopped made from the same material, spoon since lost. Size 3" H

Good condition with losses as noted.

Gorgeous green yellow Chinese miniature snuff bottle with an incised blessing to the face of each side, and lovely ring at the should could be used for suspension. Spoon since lost but stopper made from the same material. Size 2 1/8" H, 70 grams

Beautifully carved old Chinese geode or stone carved snuff bottle, with mineral and crystal deposits throughout. Size 3 1/4" H

Spoon still intact, overall good condition.

Finely carved Chinese stone snuff bottle, carved from a light grey colored stone with light cream colored marbling throughout. Stopper from the same material, spoon is missing. Size 2 1/2" H

Good overall condition.

Lovely miniature Chinese enamel snuff bottle depicting birds in branches and along the ground among blooming chrysanthemums. Mark to base with spoon and stopper still intact. Size 2 1/2" H

Good overall condition throughout.

Chinese Peking glass snuff bottle, white glass with baby pink highlights and a red hardstone stopper, spoon still intact. Five bands of lotus petals wrap up and around the body of the bottle, with a bare narrow pure white neck. Size 2 3/4" H

Great overall condition.

Adorable baby chick shaped Chinese glass snuff bottle in a beautiful ombre amber coloring throughout. Red hardstone stopper with spoon since lost. Size 2 1/2" L

Overall good condition.

Miniature iridescent apple green Chinese glass snuff bottle with a coral red marbled stopper, spoon still intact. Size 2 1/2" H

Wonderful condition throughout.

Lovely Chinese painted narrow bodied glass snuff bottle with ladies and children. Inscription or poetry on the reverse. Size 3" H

Good overall condition.

Lovely lavendar colored glass Chinese snuff bottle with a light pink glass stopper. Spoon since lost. Size 2 1/2" H

Overall good condition.

Pair of miniature glass Chinese snuff bottles each depicted with colorful koi fish among seaweed. Each with a bright red glass stopper, spoons since lost. Size 2 3/4" H

Good condition

Light blue almost ocean blue porcelain glazed Chinese snuff bottle with white glazed porcelain stopper, spoon intact. Size 2 1/4" H

Wonderful overall condition.

Chinese porcelain snuff bottle, depicting a three clawed dragon chasing a flaming pearl among the clouds. Flask shaped bottle with short narrow neck. Three seal mark to base, spoon still intact to green hardstone stopper. Size 2 1/2" H

Chinese porcelain snuff bottle depicting blooming crysanthemums and birds among the branches to each face with hard stone stopper with spoon. Mark to base. Size 2 1/4" H

Good overall condition.

Lovely yellow painted porcelain snuff bottle with internal articulating vase that rotates when lifted. Depicting ladies playing musical instruments, framed with flowers and vines throughout. Internal cylinder piece is painted with a blooming chrysanthemum. Four character mark to the base. Size 3" H

Overall good condition throughout.

Chinese five clawed dragon chases a flaming pearl in flight among clouds above an ocean. Pointed stopper with spoon since lost. Four character mark to base. Size 3 1/2" H

Overall good condition.

Chinese porcelain painted snuff bottle depicting a teaching scene among monk and child. Bottle is pear shaped with red handles on each side. Stopper won't come out of the bottle. Three character mark to base. Size 2 3/4" H

Good condition, stopper fused.

Chinese cinnabar style cast snuff bottle depicting monks trading goods along the streets with landscapes in the background. All in high relief with texture throughut. Spoon and stopper intact with seal mark to base. Size 2 1/2" H

Good overall condition.

Lovely composite Chinese snuff bottle with monkeys climbing among peach tree branches throughout the trees. Bone style seals throughout the body, floral topper with spoon still present. Size 3 1/4" H

Spoon is very loose and reglued to topper.

Chinese porcelain snuff bottle, depicting a woman with her chest exposed laying across a mans lap in a imtimate moment. She wears bright yellow robes, and his blue and turquoise. Size 3 1/4" H

Spoon since lost, four character mark to base.

Cinnabar style Chinese snuff bottle with exposed copper or brass caps at the neck, stopper and base of the snuff bottle. Pointed stopper with incised petals. Scenes of monks in fields, and figures walking along paths with pagoda in the background. Mark to the base. Size 2 3/4" H

Overall good condition throughuot.

Wonderfully carved agate snuff bottle with birds on each side, the stone is almost iridescent in person as the light hits. The stopper includes the spoon still attached. Size 2 1/4" H

As-is with minor soiling, and surface scratches.

Chinese octagonal shaped white cloud glass carved snuff bottle, with coral stopper. Size 3 1/8" H

Stopper detached from spoon, spoon stuck inside snuff bottle.

Finely detailed antique Chinese Peking glass snuff bottle in the shape of traditional vegetable bok choy. Bright yellow glass stopper in the shape of the root end of the vegetable. Size 3" L

Good overall condition.

Finely carved Chinese snuff bottle from a section of horn, with carved bone inlay to reverse. Seal mark and possible signature to bottom left corner of landscape scene. Light green hardstone stopper with spoon still attached. Size 3" H on custom mounted stand

Good overall condition throughout.

Gorgeous deep blue marbled lapis lazuli stone carved Chinese snuff bottle, with a clouded stone stopper, spoon still intact. Size 2 1/4" H

Well preserved condition throughout.

Lovely detailed Chinese porcelain snuff bottle depicting Guan Yin seated on the back of a bright green foo lion, and she holds a ruyi scepter in one hand, and her other hand raised. She has a bright red stopper however the spoon is since lost. Size 2 1/4" H

Overall good condition, missing spoon.

Antique Chinese porcelain snuff bottle, depicting a seated meditating monk, with a red dragon curled in his lap. The monk wears light pink robes with repeating endless knots. Four character mark to the base. Size 2 1/2" H

Good condition overall, spoon missing from stopper.

Beautifully carved lapis lazuli Chinese snuff bottle, with incised and high relief designs throughout. Flowers cascade over the should and drape each side of the bottle, a beautiful bird is poised in the foreground. The entire bottle is marbled throughout with light green and snow white marbling throughout. Size 2 1/2" H

Well preserved condition throughout, spoon still attached.

Rare miniature blue and white porcelain snuff bottle with a jade stopper. Uniquely squared into an almost canteen like shape, the bottle is painted with star bursts to shoulders, and yin-yang to front and reverse. Size 2 1/2" H

Beautifully carved double fish Peking glass Chinese snuff bottle, with a domed stopper. Size 2 1/4" H

The stopper broken off in bottle, old sticker to base.

Each face is painted with many immortals, floating on the water in a cloud. It appears as though on one side the group is bringing offerings to the others, and the others are welcoming them over. Size 3" H

As-is with soiling and minor pitting.

Chinese stylistic coin with a five clawed dragon to the face and calligraphy marks to reverse. Size 1 1/2" H, 2.43 mm thick, 23 grams

Chinese style coin depicting a five clawed dragon hovering above a flaming pearl, calligraphy marks throughout the reverse. Size 1 1/2" H, 2.45mm thick, 23 grams

As-is condition.

Chinese style coin depicting a leader or emperor to the face and calligraphy with foliage to the reverse. Size 1 1/2" H, 2.38mm thick, 22 grams

Chinese style coin depicting dueling five clawed dragons going after a flaming pearl among clouds and erupting volcano. Calligraphy and zoomorphic dragons to the reverse. Size 1 1/2" H, 2.50mm thick, 22 grams

As-is condition.

Chinese style coin with a five clawed dragon hovering closely above a flaming pearl, with calligraphy and abstract flowers to the reverse. Size 1 1/2" H, 2.52 mm thick, 23 grams

As-is condition.

Chinese style yuan coin with a five claw dragon to the face and calligraphy to the reverse. Size 1 1/2" H, 2.53mm thick, 23 grams

As-is condition.

Chinese yuan style coin depicting a leader to the face and three sail ship to the reverse. Size 1 1/2" H, 2.71mm thick, 23 grams

As-is condition.

Chinese yuan style coin with a five clawed dragon hovering above a flaming pearl to the face with calligraphy to the reverse. Size 1 1/2"H, 2.41mm thick, 23 grams

As-is condition throughout.

Yuan style Chinese coin with a five claw dragon hovering above a flaming pearl to the face with raised calligraphy to the reverse. Size 1 1/2"H, 2.35mm thick, 22 grams

As-is condition.

Chinese yuan style coin with five clawed dragon hovering above a flaming pearl to the face and intricate calligraphy to the reverse. Size 1 1/2" H, 2.43mm thick, 22 grams

As-is condition, not tested for silver content.

Chinese yuan coin with text to each side, a sickle or scythe, and a male figure to the reverse. Size of coin approximately 1 1/2" H

Not reviewed outside of the case, appears to be in good condition throughout.

Chinese dollar coin similar to the Szechuan from the early 1900's. Size of coin approximately 1 1/2" H

Not tested or inspected outside of case.

Hefty Chinese white hardstone vase in the archaistic style with low relief engraving. Protruding loop handles with horse or dragon faces, beast faces to each side. Size 7 3/4" H x 7 1/4" W

Ex-Southern California Collection

Heavy Chinese white hardstone vessel with dragon form handles and mythical beast carving to bowl. Size 7 1/2" H x 9 1/4" W

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Antique Malachite incense burner with pierced open lid and dragon head handles with loops. Qing Dynasty 19th century. Size 5" H x 6" W

heavily repaired although with most components still present ready for proper restoration.

Ex-Bill Scollard Sr. Collection circa 1970s

Excellent quality high relief carving of a Chinese soapstone mountain with detailing to the face of a lounging royal figure and procession of attendants. Scene of the side with attendants carrying peaches. Stones beautiful coloring displays deep red, orange and cream marbling throughout. Size 14" L x 9 1/4" W x 5 5/8" H

one section of repair to the upper right

Ex-Los Angeles Collection

Beautiful hardstone carved Chinese brush washer with two openings for clean and dirty water. Surrounded in high relief with blooming flowers. Size 6 3/4" W x 4 1/2" H

Good overall condition throughout.

Lovely green stone Chinese Wen Chang nine story pagodas in both dark green and light marbled green. Size 11" H largest

Both in good overall condition with one minor loss to tip of largest.

Chinese black and red stone with incised and high relief carved details throughout including pagoda's, trees, and sprawling hills. Size 8" H, 5 1/2" W

Overall good condition with surface wear and scratches.

Assorted group lot of Asian ink stamps and fitted box with a stamp to the interior. Size of largest, 6 1/8" L

Pair of Chinese dragons carved from a lightweight black stone. Incised scales, fur and eyes. Protruding spikes along each spine, each with paw raised. Size 4 3/4" H x 7" L

Minor surface wear and scratches throughout.

Beautiful large Chinese red hardstone handled calligraphy brush with heavily incised designs. Bone details to both top and bottom with horse hair. Incised design appears to depict a possible intimate scene with a man standing behind a woman rather closely. Size 14 1/2" L

Well preserved condition throughout.

Decorative Chinese white jade-style hardstone vase with archaistic carving and handles at either side. Size 11" H x 8" W

Pasadena Private Collection

Pair of adorable baby elephants, trunks in a twisted manor suggest they are still earning how their trunks work. The size of the tusks suggest these play boys to be around 4-6 years old. Elephants in Chinese culture are symbols of strength and wisdom. Size of largest 4" L

As-is condition with surface wear and scratches. Minor losses to tusks and trunks.

Wong collection, Los Angeles, CA, US, Mr. Wong was a Hong Kong government translator and court interpreter and amassed his collection in Hong Kong during the mid-1900's-1978.

Twelve inscribed miniature Chinese jade and hardstone teapots, including a marble agate pumpkin teapot, two pink jade and two white/cream colored. Size of frame 24 3/4" W x 17" H, each teapot approximately 1.25" H

Not examined outside of frame, sold in as-is condition with minor wear to gilded frame.

Nicely detailed Chinese censer vase with open pierced work throughout. Elephant trunk handles, flared rim, corseted neck, and hexagonal body. White and green shaded stone, with brown stone staining as seen. Size 17 3/4" H

As-is with soiling throughout, minor wear to foot, minor losses to edges.

Well carved scene of Qilin clasping lion tail together with young lion in cloud formation. Well pierced panel to rear, on custom stand and box. 7 5/8" W x 4 1/4" H without stand

Wong collection, Los Angeles, CA, US, Mr. Wong was a Hong Kong government translator and court interpreter and amassed his collection in Hong Kong during the mid-1900's-1978.

18th/19th century, Qing Dynasty 1644-1911 in excellent and well aged condition carved from a natural white and brown jade into a pendant to show the beauty of the natural stone. The white jade gourd's and brown jade fruit bat carved from the same stone show how an inclusion can be rendered a beautiful component of the higher quality white jade stone. This piece shows age particularly well and is well worn. This piece also includes an original label from Hong Kong with a stamped wax seal pressed by the Hong Kong Export Association. 2 1/8"W

Wong collection, Los Angeles, CA, US, Mr. Wong was a Hong Kong government translator and court interpreter and amassed his collection in Hong Kong during the mid-1900's-1978.

Wood carved Chinese Guanyin with child, both protected by the dragon beneath. Depicted standing in standard robes and headdress with a calm and serene pose. Size 13 1/4" H

Good condition with minor losses and patina commensurate with age.

Carved from a single piece of very light wood, this lovely Chinese carving of a deity depicts him smiling holding a large peach, with a dragon flying above. Each detail finely carved from the scales to the elaborate robes and beard. Size 13 3/4" H

Some soiling else in good overall condition.

Well aged Chinese wood or bamboo form brush pot with details of bamboo to a foliate background with blossoming trees. Scene of elder scholarly figure with family or attendants. Size 5 5/8" H x 5" W

typical wear commensurate with age and use, splitting throughout and loss of pigment to background.

Ex-Los Angeles Collection

Chinese red painted wood brush pot imitating cinnabar. Depicting two dragons chasing after a flaming pearl. Slender tall form for long calligraphy brushes. Size 10" H

Loss to gold paint and wear to surface, else in good condition.

Chinese yellow gold painted wood stool with intricate patterns of scrolling around floral motifs of lotus flowers. Size 15" H x 15" W

Ex-Redondo Beach Collection

Three vintage wood barrel style nesting hat stands, with metal rings banded to the base and neck. Each stand has lovely caramel and chocolate marbling throughout. Size of largest 14" H x 8 3/4" W

Great condition throughout.

Adorable set of wood statues depicting a young girl and boy, carved from heavy dark wood. The young girl stands smiling with pudgy cheeks, pigtail braided hair, and almost slit eyes, arms behind her back sweetly. The young boy stands with his arms behind him mouth agape as though he is shouting or singing, wearing large baggy pants and a tank top. Each child is skillfully detailed with incised clothing and hair detailing. Size of tallest 18 1/2" H

Signature or mark to base of the boy statue.

Bronze model of a recumbent ram, probably Chinese in the style of the 16th or 17th century. Size 4 1/2" W x 3" H

Typical corrosion and wear commensurate with age and use.

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Two Chinese bronze miniature figures each heavily detailed and well cast. One stand with an eagle on his arm and a ball or sphere of some kind in his other hand. The other is standing with his instrument smiling and waiving. Size 5" H each

Good condition with patina.

Finely cast heavy metal statue depicting a seated scholar in meditation. Feet crossed beneath him and hands resting on his knees, his eyes are closed but he looks happy, even grinning. Signed to the reverse of his robes. Size base 8 3/4" W, piece 6 1/4" W x 7" H

Nice condition throughout.

Tall and quite big Chinese champleve bronze vase with raised enameled decoration as well as leaf shaped enameled panels to the neck. The body with detailed diamond cross hatching throughout. Multiple bands of brass rings. Dragons, lotus flowers, and panels of multicolored decoration. Size 23 1/2" H x 13" W

hole to one side, not over an enameled section making it a restorable hole.

Ex-Redondo Beach Collection

Nice collection of three Chinese bronze stamps. Two larger stamps with one having an earlier form of text and the other with 6 characters. Smaller stamp with an intricate 6 character mark. Size 2" W largest

Ex-Southern California Estate

Collection of Chinese bronze seals with ancient tortoise atop. The underside of each with cinnabar highlighted multi-character marks. Size largest turtle seal 1 3/8" W

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Quaint collection of four Chinese bronze seals with various scholarly related animals. Left to right a monkey on pig, a quillion beast, a human faced pig, and a rabbit. Each with highlighted multi-character seal marks below. Size 2 1/4" H

Ex-Pasadena Estate

Nicely carved Chinese ink stone with bamboo carving in high relief to the top and calligraphy to the base. Size 5" L, 1450 grams

As-is with losses and wear to surface commensurate with age.

Chinese white glazed enamel cloisonne bunny with flower detailing to his back and ears, seated on his hind legs with arms resting on his stomach. Size 4 1/2" H

Good overall condition throughout.

Chinese bronze cast lidded vessel with animal finials to the shoulders, and intricated detailing throughout in high relief to the entire piece. Geometric and zoomorphic detailing throughout with a faded seal to the base. Size 8" H

Overall as-is condition with patina and wear as shown.

Classically shaped Chinese bronze jue vessel wine cup, with incised and high relief designs throughout. Tower finials to the top with a pouring spout shape mouth for drinking. Tripod legs for setting down. Size 8 1/2" H

Patina wear and soiling throughout.

Chinese archaistic style bronze wine cup, also known as a Jue with incised and high relief designs throughout. Tripod legs with town finials and pouring spout for drinking. Size 8 1/2" H

Patina throughout as shown.

Bronze Chinese archaistic style censer, placed over a plate or dish with incense the tower will allow for smoke to billow out the top. Size 11 1/2" H

Wear, losses and patina as shown.

Pair of lovely Chinese metal vases, hexagonal bodies with beautiful floral details to each face, gilt painting to the shoulder handles and high relief details to the face. Seal marks to the base of each. Size 8 1/2" H each

Large Japanese iron rondels of the early 20th century with remnants of old labels to the rear. Cast with the faces of two important male and female figures and signed to the right side of each. Size 13 1/4" W

Old Chinese cloisonne butterfly vessel on three legs with a tassel to the lid. Probably an early snuff container with beautifully detailed designs of butterfly over a green ground background in multiple colors. Size 4 1/4" H

Miniature Chinese silver teapot, with a monkey finial to the lid. Dragon head spout holds a flaming pearl in his mouth. Scale like incised designs throughout with possible signature mark to the base. Size 3" H x 4 1/2" W

Patina and wear throughout.

Finely detailed Chinese brass plate with detailed metal work, at the final stage of preparation before being enameled to become a bright colorful cloisonne plate. Each section of the plate is highly crafted with thorough attention to detail. Size 8" W

Good condition throughout with some patina as shown.

Beautifully detailed brass Chinese ewer with an elephant spout, and dragon handle, body covered in fine wire detailing throughout. This piece would be covered in various colors of enamel creating a stunning finished Chinese cloisonne ewer. Size 6 1/2" H

Good preserved condition throughout.

Lovely detailed Chinese bronze chicken spout ewer with lion head handle, chain for suspension above an open flame, bulbous gourd or pumpkin shaped body. This ewer is in the final stage of craftsmanship before it would have been sent to the enamel artist to create an incredibly colorful cloisonne ewer. Each bare spot in between wire details would be filled with different vibrant colors of ground pigments throughout. Size 2 3/4" W x 3" H

Well preserved condition throughout with patina commensurate with age.

Unusual Chinese chicken ewer, with a mythical looking creature eating the birds tail as a loop for pouring. Chain for suspending above and open flame for hot water to make tea. Made from brass the piece is overall heavily embossed throughout with incredible attention to detail. Size 4 1/2" W x 4 1/2" H

Good preserved condition with patina throughout.

Chinese hand crafted horses and carriage with detailed metal work throughout each piece, ready for wonderful colored enamel to be applied and finish the masterpieces. Chinese cloisonne is made in various stages and is considered a group effort as first the metal worker makes the base horse, carriage and rider. Then the next artist works on detailing the base pieces with fine thin copper wire. Finely the last artist will be the one to finely ground and create enamel powders in different colors to finish the piece. Size 9 1/2" L x 5 3/4" W

Great condition with patina and wear commensurate with age throughout.

Group of four lovely detailed Chinese miniature goblets, likely for sipping of high quality rice wines. Each piece is perfectly detailed and ready for the application of enamel that would bring out the lovely floral and geometric designs throughout. Size of each 2 1/8" H x 1 5/8" W

Well preserved condition with patina as expected with age.

Match pair of very finely enameled vases in a deeply carved decoration. Traditional bands of cloisonne enamel to upper, middle and lower sections of vases in red, blue and white hues. Remained carved in a deep pattern of red, white and green lotus flowers with gold backgrounds and black enamel scrolling designs. Blue enamel to under side. Size 10" H x 5.25" W

pitting wear commensurate with age and condition

Wong collection, Los Angeles, CA, US, Mr. Wong was a Hong Kong government translator and court interpreter and amassed his collection in Hong Kong during the mid-1900's-1978.

Beautiful Chinese Peking glass brush holder with floral and foliage designs throughout, including blooming cherry trees. Seal stamp to base. Hexagonal in shape with gorgeous blue and purple translucent glass. Size 4 1/2" H x 2 3/4" W

Good overall condition.

Lovely Chinese Peking glass bowl with sparkles throughout the glass, colored blue, red and orange giving a purple shade. Applied flowers and birds on blooming cherry blossom branches throughout the outside. Scalloped foot with seal mark to the base. Size 4 7/8" W

Good overall condition.

Lovely Chinese blue and white Peking glass bowl with bulls to the exterior, key fret designs incised to the rim and foot, with a seal mark to the base. Size 4 3/4" W

Good overall condition throughout.

Green and blue Chinese Peking glass bowl with birds and flowers throughout. Key fret rim and dainty foot to lift the dish up a little. Applied four character seal to base. Size 4 3/4" W

Good condition throughout.

Vintage hardstone flowers in a hardstone vase, imitating jade. Pink, purple, yellow and red flowers throughout. Size 12" H

Good overall condition.

Chinese Tang dynasty style orange glaze horse with green highlights. Size 9 1/4" H x 7 1/4" W

crack to base and leg, old repairs commensurate with age and use

Ex-Redondo Beach Collection