An abstract untitled painting by the American artist Murray Jones (1915-1964). Mixed media on paper on masonite. A paper lable dated "1960" verso. Also on the back are two gallery exhibition labels, one from San Francisco and one from New York.
Jones was recognized for his unique approach to texture, often layering paper and lacquer. He attended Duke University and earned an MFA at the Art Institute of Chicago. He found inspiration in the urban setting, developing a spatial aesthetic... Click for details

An abstract painting titled "Somnambule" (Sleepwalker) by the American artist Murray Jones (1915-1964). Lacquer on masonite, titled, signed, and dated "1956 #10" verso.
Jones was recognized for his unique approach to texture, often layering paper and lacquer. He attended Duke University and earned an MFA at the Art Institute of Chicago. He found inspiration in the urban setting, developing a spatial aesthetic specific to Urban Regionalism in the Midwest. The influence of Surrealism,... Click for details

Indian antique miniature painting of a Mughal prince. Dressed in rich clothing and jewels, the prince sits on the back of a white horse. A halo around the prince's head denotes his royal status. His horse wears a jeweled bridle. A quiver and arrows is attached to the saddle so one can assume the prince is starting out on a hunt.
Painting in gouache on paper, this was originally an album leaf. The page is framed so that the writing on the edges and back is visible.

Age: 19th... Click for details

Chinese jadeite necklace made of 41 round beads. Beautiful natural green jadeite round beads of 1/2" diameter. Lovely bright mottled green color.

Dimensions: 27" total length

Chinese necklace made of 20 round amethyst beads. Deep purple color with areas of translucency and quartz striations.

Dimensions: 20" total length

Chinese jade necklace made of 51 round beads. Beautiful natural green jadeite round beads of 1/2" and 3/8" graduating diameter. Lovely bright mottled green color.

Dimensions: 26 1/2" total length

Chinese lapis lazuli necklace made of 44 round beads. Beautiful natural dark blue round beads of graduating diameter. The largest being 5/8" wide diameter. The smaller beads are a lovely bright blue color with traces of quartz.
Dimensions: 24″ total length

Chinese jade necklace made of 34 round beads. Beautiful natural green jadeite round beads of 1/2" diameter each. Lovely bright mottled green color.

Dimensions: 19" total length

An antique Korean Jang temple chest made of Odong Namu (Paulownia) and Chamnamu (Cryptomeria) woods. The front was designed with 24 framed square panels with upper and lower rows displaying horizontal grain panels and center rows displayed in a vertical grain. Two hinged doors open to a spacious storage area where temple garments and textiles were stored. Interior has its original paper lining.

Age: Late 19th Century

Dimensions: 36 1/4" Wide by 27 1/4" High by 17 3/4" Deep

Chinese antique pair of peach trees made of semi-precious stones. With intricate elongated leaves carved of moss agate and peaches of quartz and amethyst. Each is seated in a rectangular container of green jade.
The peach tree is symbolic of family growth and prosperity. The peach itself if a symbol of good luck and happiness.

Age: Republic Period (early 20th century)

Dimensions: 17" high x 13 1/2" wide x 11" deep (each tree)