Did the Chinese use silver wires? I know the Japanese did and the Chinese copper and brass wires which were gilded. Any suggestions on the age?...
Seriously, that fast! Thanks a bunch.
Anyone can help with the makers on some of the pieces(or all)? Thanks [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
I've seen paper prints that has applied relief paint and then some kind of varnish on the top. But can't tell if this is the case here. If you've...
I like it too. Is it sure that it is painting but not enhanced print?
Thanks. You are right.
I am thinking maybe Republic period? Trying to find a similar decoration but no luck yet. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
Commercial or studio piece? I guess that the initials on the bottom are of the previous owner rather than of the potter. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
At least I see it this way. But then there is something at the end I can't make out. [IMG]
I know, I should have never said that. Cheap string, so I suspect a cheap stone.
Is that real jadeite or some other type of jade? Thanks [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
Thanks for the comment. I opened the back but no additional info. The stretcher bar is marked O.F. Anderson, Co. Olaf Anderson opened the company...
So I guess it is not right to call him Native American. Just a native.
Thanks. I know that the body can be edited but I don't think the title can be?
Maybe they are srylized daisies. Anyway, I don't think that it matters that much.
Nothing special here I guess but wonder what are those numbers/marks on the bottom. They are very hard to take picture of. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]...
They are mentioned here...
Also, stay away from too much dirt on the bottom. Most of time that means the piece is made to look old. Too much rust spots( the black dots in...
As a general rule for older jar you don't want the inside of the foot rim to be slanted outwards but straight. Could be straight or oblique on the...
Are those made in Italy or Chinese import? Thanks [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
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