Chinese bronze rushrest in the shape of a mountain with a dragn head peak at one end. The center front cast with a man fishing. The back a man sitting in a house. Age early 17th century. Size: Length: 7" Width: 1.5" Height: max. 4"

This carved bamboo brush holder (BiTong) is an early 20th century product. It depicts five sages and two young servants surrounded by pine trees and rocks. It is 6 ½” high and 5”~ 5 ½” in diameter. The carving is elegant and quite deep. Aside from some cracks due to the age and nature of the bamboo, it is in excellent condition.

A Chinese bronze seal in the style of Han Dynasty, but probably made in the period of late Qing Dynasty. Please refer enlargements for condition. Approx. 1-3/8"X1-3/8"X1".

The glasses made of smoky crystal. Minor chips to the tortoiseshell, some of the metal hinges have been replaced in the old days. Very good condition considering the age. China, late 19th century. Width 13, 5 cm. H. 5 cm.

This Shou Shan stone carving of Zhang Guo (or Kuo) Lao is a mid 19th century product. It depicts a seated Zhang Guo Lao. In his left hand, he is carrying his emblem Yu Gu (or Ku) or fish drum which is a tube-shaped bamboo drum with two iron rods. His right hand is resting on his knee. There is a straw hat hanging on his back. The statue is 4 ½” high, 3 ¼” wide (from the bottom) and 2” thick. The carved wood base is not included. The carving is simple and elegant...

Chinese Robins Egg glazed Globular Waterpot with a black glazed Chilong in relief on the rim. 19thC. Height 5.9cm. Condition: perfect, no cracks, chips or restoration.

A rare pale greenish jade, Ming dynasty, brush washer with finely carved hardwood stand. This item was made during late 16th / early 17th Century, probably during the reign of the Wanli emperor (1573-1619). Condition - very good - there a chip to a petal of the flower at centre of enlargement 7 - no further damages and no restoration...

This massive white jade (nephrite) carving of a brush washer is 6 ½” long, 4” wide and 1 ¾” thick. It is a late 19th century or early 20th century product. It depicts a large Buddha hand citron surround by some smaller citron, peach and pomegranate; one little monkey rests on the side. Aside from some natural blemishes on the bottom, it is in excellent condition.

This massive mid or late 19th century white jade (nephrite) carved Ru-Yi scepter is 18 ½” long, 5 ½” wide (from the widest part) and 3” high (from the highest part). The whole scepter was carved from a single piece of nephrite. The carving depicts mythical figures, animals and buildings surrounded by clouds. Aside from some natural flaws in the stone, it is in excellent condition.

Wonderful ribbed huanghuali brushpot with excellent patina. H. 13,5 cm. D. 11,8 cm. China, 17th/18th century. Condition: age crack and ink stains.

Description:

A wood deer in crouching posture was well carved by excellent workmanship.
Well preserved in perfect condition, the wood deer was kept in nice patina. Two drilling holes found underside were supposed being used to fasten a stand.

Date: Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th century.

Length: 7.8cm.

A SILK BOX IS INCLUDED.

A bronze "bombe" form censer with original stand, profusely carved with mythical creatures and traditional stories and with two fish handles. The base carries the six character reign mark of the Xuande emperor (1426-1435) but this item was made later during the last 100 years of the Qing dynasty (circa 1810-1910). Condition very good - no damages or repairs. 24cm (9.5inches) across; 12cm (4.9inches) high with stand. Stand 17cm (6.7inches) diameter...

Rare and large huanghuali brushpot with its original finish and excellent patina. H. 17 cm, Diameter 17 cm. Condition: an old, worn chip at the top rim, some age cracks, small metal nail at the bottom. China, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th century.

Agate Carved Water Coupe with Beast, 18 /19th Century

It is 1.75 inches (4.5 cm) tall by 2.25 inches (5.7 cm) wide.

It is in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks.

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A very rare piece, this foldable paktong scroll weight, which, when folded out, can be used as a frame for calligraphy. Finely engraved with a crane in a landscape. Dimensions: closed 20x2,3 cm, opened 15,5x7 cm. Age: 19th century. Condition: excellent.

Chinese 19th century carved soapstone figure hold frog or (beast) on the left hand. with incised Chinese inscriptions on the back side.12cm high.12cm wide (approximate from the broken foot). Conditions : has damage at the right finger and the foot. (please see on the picture).

A beautiful late 19th C. Chinese calligraphy brush pen and lacquer wood handle with twin dragon chasing the ball motif, in excellent condition. L:16"

Description:

A scholar and stylized boxwood brush-rest was in a fine form of Taihu scholar rock.
Chinese scholars seemed to have greatly prized objects from nature that mimic other known forms and textures in nature and art.
This one was a fine example.
By a miniature form, the aesthetic mountain view was displayed in full-scale.
Owning the plausible function, this scholar object was an ideal item of both utility and contemplation.
The slow-growing boxwood has always b...