![Chinese cloisonne inkwell and pen holder: China, Minguo, cloisonne metal, relief and polychrome decoration, representing vegetal and geometric motifs. Interior with inscriptions. Signs of use. Dim.:9cm.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2484/332323/179228342_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717448523)
Metal
![Chinese cloisonne inkwell and pen holder: China, Minguo, cloisonne metal, relief and polychrome decoration, representing vegetal and geometric motifs. Interior with inscriptions. Signs of use. Dim.:9cm.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2484/332323/179228342_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717448523)
![An Art Deco-style ruby and diamond plaque ring, featuring an oval mixed-cut ruby, centrally-set with: An Art Deco-style ruby and diamond plaque ring, featuring an oval mixed-cut ruby, centrally-set with calibre-cut rubies and single-cut diamonds, in a white metal mount with a pierced gallery and diamo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6447/333217/179885057_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718287309)
![Thomas SERRUYS (1986): ÉtagèreStructure en métal laqué blanc, acier et laiton,plateau en pinPièce uniqueH. : 275 cm. L. : 105 cm. P. : 47.5 cm.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7842/332675/179705178_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718008188)
![Joseph Andre MOTTE (1925-2013) : Paire de fauteuils modele 800 en vinyle noir et metal noirci.: Joseph Andre MOTTE (1925-2013) : Paire de fauteuils modele 800 en vinyle noir et metal noirci. Edition Steiner. H: 76 L: 75 P: 70 cm (assises et dossiers velours refaites, petite eraflure).](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8180/333200/180012394_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718342590)
![A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE LACQUER WORK AND MIXED METAL MOUNTED TANTO: A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE LACQUER WORK AND MIXED METAL MOUNTED TANTO the lacquered saya decorated with gilt snail, the bronze and mixed metal mounts depicting gold flowerheads, the early steel blade wit](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6817/333495/180085030_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718404111)
![Maison JANSEN : Trois chauffeuses en verre securit fume soutenue par une double lame de metal: Maison JANSEN : Trois chauffeuses en verre securit fume soutenue par une double lame de metal brosse, coussins et d'assise et de dossier en skai marron. Circa 1970. H : 79 - L: 51 cm. Un petit eclat d](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8180/333200/180012432_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718342590)
![A Bucherer automatic 18ct gold dress watch, featuring a Swiss-made automatic movement in a yellow: A Bucherer automatic 18ct gold dress watch, featuring a Swiss-made automatic movement in a yellow metal case measuring 25mm and stamped '750' with a champagne dial and baton indexes. With an integrate](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6447/333217/179885133_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718287309)
![A fancy curb link chain, panels part textured, finished with a figure-of-eight clasp, yellow metal: A fancy curb link chain, panels part textured, finished with a figure-of-eight clasp, yellow metal marked '750', length measures 20.0 cm, total weight of item 47.2 grams.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6447/333217/179885082_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718287309)
![A pair of aquamarine and morganite drop earrings, the oval-cut aquamarine and diamond halo: A pair of aquamarine and morganite drop earrings, the oval-cut aquamarine and diamond halo surmounts, suspending pear-shaped morganite and diamond halo drops, in bi-coloured metal tested as 18ct gold,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6447/333217/179885033_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718287309)
![Max Ingrand Fontana Arte Coffee table: Length 108 cm Depth 60 cm Height 43 cmCoffee table in painted metal, brass and clear glass. Fontana Arte production. 1950s.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7001/332555/179877666_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718274680)
![VIKING SHORT SWORD IN DAMASCUS STEEL: Ca. AD 800 - 1100A stunning forged iron Viking short sword with a large fuller, sharp edges, and a pointed tip. The sword is made from Damascus steel, a form of metal crafting known for producing item](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6054/333436/180105911_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718399129)
![Homme et Femme. Sculpture articulee en metal rouge, noir, bleu. Non signe. Hauteur : 195 cm: Homme et Femme. Sculpture articulee en metal rouge, noir, bleu. Non signe. Hauteur : 195 cm (chaque). Manque de stabilite de l'homme qui ne tient pas debout seul. (revoir fixation du socle).](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8180/333200/180012489_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718342590)
![A FINE JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE AND MIXED METAL HANGING PLAQUE: A FINE JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE AND MIXED METAL HANGING PLAQUE relief decorated with figures and a tiger in a foliated landscape with a seated buddha on a dragon above - in moulded hardwood frame](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6817/333495/180085036_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718404111)
![A torsade necklace, comprising multiple strands of faceted bead chain, completed by a ball clasp: A torsade necklace, comprising multiple strands of faceted bead chain, completed by a ball clasp with push button, signed 'Balestra 1882', yellow metal struck with Italian assay marks '750', overall l](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6447/333217/179885043_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718287309)
News about Metal
![Bronze Viking die found by metal detectorist tops $19K at auction](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Norfolk-Urnes-Credit-Noonans-1-1.jpg)
Bronze Viking die found by metal detectorist tops $19K at auction
LONDON – An 11th-century bronze Viking die that was discovered in a field in Norfolk, England by a metal detectorist achieved a hammer price of £15,000 (about $19,300) at the Noonans Mayfair auction house on July 18 in its Ancient Coins and Antiquities sale. It was bought by a collector in the UK.
![Celtic fertility figure discovered by metal detectorist could score at auction](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-04-at-2.39.14-PM.png)
Celtic fertility figure discovered by metal detectorist could score at auction
LONDON – A Celtic fertility figure discovered last year in England by a metal detectorist will be offered at Noonans in a two-day sale of Ancient Coins and Antiquities on Wednesday, March 8 and Thursday, March 9 with an estimate of £800-£1,200 (about $962-$1,443).
![Huge metal shark sculpture commands attention at Roland, Jan. 7](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/RISK-Shark-mixed-metal-sculpture-from-the-Face-Your-Fears-series.-Estimate-100-150000.-1.jpg)
Huge metal shark sculpture commands attention at Roland, Jan. 7
GLEN COVE, N.Y. – A monumental 18-foot-long shark sculpture by contemporary artist RISK (aka Kelly Graval) will take center stage at the first sale of 2023 presented by Roland Auctions NY, which will take place Saturday, January 7. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.
![Metal of Honor exhibition concludes its run in Boston, Jan. 16](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Metal-of-Honor_ISGM-Installation-5_SeeFullCredit-1.jpg)
Metal of Honor exhibition concludes its run in Boston, Jan. 16
BOSTON – Metal of Honor: Gold from Simone Martini to Contemporary Art, on view at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (ISGM) through January 16, 2023, explores how painters across centuries have used gold to honor and commemorate their subjects. The exhibition features works by legendary Renaissance master Simone Martini, juxtaposing his devotional paintings with portraits by […]