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Vintage Chinese Brass Dragon Bowl with Elephant Handles & FeetR650-- Made in China btw 1890-1930- Designed with double-e...
17/08/2026

Vintage Chinese Brass Dragon Bowl with Elephant Handles & Feet
R650-

- Made in China btw 1890-1930
- Designed with double-elephant trunk handles standing on three elephant-head feet
- The underside displays a cast six-character apocryphal Ming Dynasty Xuande mark along with an authentic stamped "CHINA" mark, dating this piece to the late Qing Dynasty to Republic Era (circa 1890s–1930s) export market
- Measures 21cm in diameter x 8cm in height
Weight - 0.95kg

* Excellent vintage condition with natural age-appropriate patina and light verdigris in the recessed details

2007 Cathrine Pagani Signed Ceramic Vase – Dolomite GlazeR3,200- A striking studio pottery piece by South African cerami...
06/07/2026

2007 Cathrine Pagani Signed Ceramic Vase – Dolomite Glaze
R3,200

- A striking studio pottery piece by South African ceramic artist Cathrine Pagani
- Date & glaze confirmed by artist: made in 2007, fired to cone 6 with a dolomite
- This tall, rectangular vase features a smooth dolomite glaze with contrasting textured banding and decorative seal detail. Its minimalist yet organic design makes it a standout display piece for collectors of South African studio ceramics
- Signed at base with impressed maker’s mark
- Measures 39cm in height x 12cm in diameter

Artists Awards
* Corobrik National Ceramic Biennale (Cape Town, 2022)
* Merit Award.Corobrik National Ceramic Biennale (Cape Town, 2018)
* Merit Award.CSA Annual Exhibition (Cape Town, 2016) – Award.CSA Annual Exhibition (Cape Town, 2013)
* Sculpture Award, Corobrik Collection.CSA Annual Exhibition (Cape Town, 2012) –
* Sculpture Award.International Ceramics Competition (Mino, Japan, 2011) - Exhibited
* Exhibited.CSA Annual Exhibition (Cape Town, 2005) – Sculpture Award

Condition: Excellent, no chips or cracks

Large Vintage Murano Style Hand‑Blown Vase with Amethyst InclusionsR1,850- Beautiful large vintage Murano‑style art glas...
05/07/2026

Large Vintage Murano Style Hand‑Blown Vase with Amethyst Inclusions
R1,850

- Beautiful large vintage Murano‑style art glass vase, hand‑blown with exquisite craftsmanship
- This vintage piece captures the artistry of Venetian‑inspired glassmaking, with its amethyst‑like marbled swirls adding depth and elegance
- Measures 29cm in height

* Excellent condition - As New

Pair of Vintage Anchor Hocking Royal Ruby Ruffled VasesR360-- Manufactured in Lancaster Ohio in the 1970's as part of th...
30/06/2026

Pair of Vintage Anchor Hocking Royal Ruby Ruffled Vases
R360-

- Manufactured in Lancaster Ohio in the 1970's as part of the Royal Ruby Line
- Each vase features a rich ruby red hue, glossy finish, and elegant ruffled rim
- Measure 10.5cm in height x 6cm in diameter

* One vase has an unnoticeable crack on the rim (see picture)

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass / Brandy Balloon VaseR340-Sold! - Rich Ruby Red with a clear glass stem and base​Measures a...
30/06/2026

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass / Brandy Balloon Vase
R340-

Sold!

- Rich Ruby Red with a clear glass stem and base
​Measures approximately 15cm in height x 21cm in diameter

* Condition: Mint condition—perfectly preserved with no chips, cracks, or damage

Pair of Retired Ruby Red Ikea Scandinavian Handblown Salong Vases Designed by Johanna JelinikR750-- Manufactured in Scan...
30/06/2026

Pair of Retired Ruby Red Ikea Scandinavian Handblown Salong Vases Designed by Johanna Jelinik
R750-

- Manufactured in Scandinavia for Ikea in the 1990's part of the popular discontinued Scandinavian modernist series
- The handblown Salong vases by Johanna Jelinek were made designed for IKEA, produced in limited runs by specialist glassmakers, and discontinued years ago
- Measure approximately 11cm in height x 15cm in diameter

* Excellent condition - As New

6 Vintage Handblown Ruby Red Crystal Champagne FlutesR900-- Radiating an intense, dramatic ruby red, the rich crimson bo...
29/06/2026

6 Vintage Handblown Ruby Red Crystal Champagne Flutes
R900-

- Radiating an intense, dramatic ruby red, the rich crimson bowls feature a captivating gradient effect—deepening into a pooling, deep burgundy tone at the base of the bowl before seamlessly fusing into slender, water-clear stems
​- Crafted by hand, each exceptional piece displays subtle, organic nuances near the stem union—the unmistakable hallmark of mouth-blown artistry rather than mass-produced factory molds. Combining a commanding physical presence with an ethereal lightness in hand, they offer a truly premium sipping experience
- Measure 25cm in height x 7cm in diameter
Weigh - 135 grams per glass

* Condition - Pristine - Unused/As New

Engelsrufer 925 Sterling Silver Large Soundball Locket Pendant – 2.4cmR750-* Ball not included - Authentic Engelsrufer A...
21/06/2026

Engelsrufer 925 Sterling Silver Large Soundball Locket Pendant – 2.4cm
R750-

* Ball not included

- Authentic Engelsrufer Angel Whisperer locket in 925 sterling silver, large size (2.4 cm diameter)
- This elegant pendant features intricate filigree cagework with a hinged clasp, designed to hold interchangeable soundballs (chime balls) or aromatherapy beadz
- Hallmarked “ENGELSURER” and “AG 925”
- Weight 8.1g

* Condition - Excellent - As New

Unique 925 Silver Double Rombo Flat Oval Chain Link Necklace/ChokerR1,150-- Elegant and durable - Measures 42cm in lengt...
21/06/2026

Unique 925 Silver Double Rombo Flat Oval Chain Link Necklace/Choker
R1,150-

- Elegant and durable
- Measures 42cm in length x 0.6cm in width
- Weight 18.7 g
- Lobster clasp closure
- Marked 925

* Condition - Excellent

Large Magnificent Studio Hand‑Blown Art Glass VaseR680-- Striking hand‑blown art glass vase featuring a bulbous body tha...
16/06/2026

Large Magnificent Studio Hand‑Blown Art Glass Vase
R680-

- Striking hand‑blown art glass vase featuring a bulbous body that tapers into a flared, asymmetrical rim
- The surface is decorated with wide spiraling stripes in olive green and turquoise, creating a dynamic swirl effect
- There are light, faint horizontal wheel or tool lines around the neck/shoulder area from the shaping process. A pair of small, raised, extruding air bubbles are present near the lower body/base, trapped during the glass-layering
- Measures 30cm in height x approximately 16cm in diameter
Weight : 2kgs

* Condition - Excellent - As New

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