1980s Mexican Matl Silver Cross w/ Semiprecious Stones:
Latin America, Mexico, ca. 1980s CE. A stunning sterling 95% silver cross inlaid with semiprecious stones inspired by the Mexican artist Matilde Poulat, also known as Matl. This exquisite piece sits on a concave pedestal with wrought silver. The arms are covered with circular and square bezels containing turquoise, amethyst, coral, greenstone, and aventurine stones! Colorful semiprecious stones are included in many of Matl’s works and are a characteristic of pieces made by her workshop after her death in 1960. From the cross beams dangle two repousse angels, and hemispherical suns and rays protrude from the inner top corners. The back is signed “MATL” and includes the makers mark “MATL M REGIS 14-2033 MEXICO 925 MS-12.” A simply glorious piece of both beauty and religious symbolism inspired by Mexican folk art and European Baroque aesthetics. Silver quality: 95%. Size: 5″ L x 2.75″ W x 8.675″ H (12.7 cm x 7 cm x 22 cm)
Matilde Poulet began jewelry making in Mexico City in 1934. Little is known about her early life, and her birthdate is not recorded. She is known for her Baroque inspired pieces made of silver with semi-precious stones. Poulet’s nephew, Ricardo Salas, worked closely with her learning the craft, and continued handmaking jewelry in the Matl style after her death in 1960. Pieces stamped “MS-12” are made after 1980.
Monumental Religious Stained Glass:
A monumental religious stained glass window with arched form. Features a vibrant multi colored depiction of Jesus with cloud and floral accents. Composed of five windows with iron frames that come together to form the image.
Provenance: Owner originally obtained from the (“Paul & Jan Crouch, “Praise The Lord” Television Show Set, In California)
CIRCA: 20th Cent.
ORIGIN: USA
DIMENSIONS: (Overall): H: 180″ (15ft High) x W: 72″
CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS 305-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
19th Ct. French 950 Silver Royal Inkstand:
A rare French 950 Silver Royal Vermeil Inkstand featuring a rectangular form and sitting on lapis bead shaped feet. Decorated with vine tendrils with coral beads, the waisted center lapiz platform is surmounted by two urn-form inkwells. A shield with applied date ” 13 MAYO 1862″ and initials “FB” is flanked by two gilded gargoyles and topped by a Royal Spanish Crown. Initials F and B stand for Fernanda and Bourbon.
In Spain, it was customary during the months leading to the birth of a Royal child, to issue a “Real Decreto” (Royal Decree) in order to present the new prince or princess to the king. It seems likely that this inkstand was used to sign this Decree, prior to the birth of Dona Maria de la Paz.
Stamped with French “Swan” import mark.
Sidenote: Infanta MarÃa de la Paz of Spain (23 June 1862, in Madrid – 4 December 1946, in Schloss Nymphenburg, Munich) was an infanta of Spain. A daughter of Queen Isabella II of Spain, she married her first cousin Prince Ludwig Ferdinand of Bavaria. She lived for the rest of her life in Germany, dedicating her time to her family, charity work and writing poetry. She wrote a book of memoirs: Through Four Revolutions: 1862–1933.
Consignor states that this inkstand was presented to Spanish Royalty as a gift, from a French maker.
Provenance: Purchased at Christie’s November 6th, 1996. Pre-Columbian and Colonial Works of Art [Lot 357]
CIRCA: 1862
ORIGIN: France
DIMENSIONS: H: 6″ L: 15.5″ Depth: 7.5″
CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS 305-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Compote:
A Georg Jensen sterling silver compote in the “Grape” pattern featuring a round shape bowl at the top with hanging grapes throughout. Traditionally marked on the bottom “Georg Jensen 925.S Sterling Denmark 294A”. Total weight 39 troy ounces / 1210 grams.
CIRCA: 1930s
ORIGIN: Denmark
DIMENSIONS: H:10.5″ by 10″ in diameter
CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS 305-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Coffee Service:
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver & Porcelain Coffee Service to include a coffee pot 10″h., sugar bowl 4.5″h., creamer 3″h., an inlaid mahogany kidney shaped tray with sterling silver rim and handles 25″l., Six Lenox porcelain and Tiffany & Co sterling silver demitasse cups with saucers.
Norton Bush (1834 – 1894):
Artist: Norton Bush (1834 – 1894). Medium: Oil on canvas. Size: 16″ x 20″ Signed: Signed and dated lower right Title: Tropical Landscape at Sunset. Date: 1874. Condition: Good.
Ira Yeager (Born 1938):
Artist: Ira Yeager (Born 1938). Medium: Oil and acrylic on canvas. Title: “Indian Portrait, Chief with Headdress and Trout”. Date: 2005. Size: 72 x 72 inches. Condition: Very good. This painting was the cover lot of the 2007 “Ira Yeager: Indian Paintings Forty Years of Indians” Book/Catalog. (the catalog is included with the painting). NOTE: Very Large Item To Ship.
Lot Description
Exquisite 18k white gold suite of necklace and earrings by Bvlgari, with a total of approx.14.00ctw in diamonds.Necklace is 16″ long and 19mm wide. Earrings are 28mm x 28mm. Marked: Bvlgari, Italian mark, 750. Weight – 230 grams.
Condition
Estate
Menina 01018252 – Lladro Porcelain Figure:
Gres finish figurine. Woman in large dress; dark pastel coloration. W box.
Lladro backstamp.
Artist: Marco Antonio Nogueron
Issued: 2006-2011
Dimensions: 11.75″H
Manufacturer: Lladro
Country of Origin: Spain
Royal Dux Bohemia Prestige Figurine, Spanish Dancer:
Stunning, large porcelain figure of brunette beauty dancing; glazed finish.
Deep, rich red and white coloration with gilt accents. Hand painted floral details with gilt outlines. Royal Dux Bohemia backstamp.
Issued: 20th c.
Dimensions: 21.75″H
Manufacturer: Royal Dux Bohemia
Country of Origin: Czechoslovakia
