Rare and large Nan jar with naturally running brown glaze. Nan is a Northern Thai ceramic which kilns were found in Nan province.
Age: Thailand, Sukhothai period, Nan kiln, 14th-16th century
Measurement: Height 55 C.M. / Diameter 33.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some restoration on mouthrim). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
This is a large antique fukusa, Japanese gift cover, 34 inches long and 26 inches wide, without including the tassels. The lid of the wooden box (hiro buta) that carried gifts was often placed upside down to display the gifts. The length of the Fukusa may have been adjusted for the tray.
The design of this Fukusa is based on the old Japanese folk tale, Yoro(Yohro) Waterfall. The waterfall was known as the Fountain of Youth and instead of water falling, Sake wine was falling...
This is an antique fukusa, Japanese gift cover with cranes. A pair of crane is a symbol of longevity and harmony. The embroideries on this fukusa are particularly beautiful. One small hole in the front (smaller than the one in the back) did not show in the photos...
This type of fukusa is a cover placed over a gift at the time of a gift-giving ceremony such as the "Yui-noh" which is held prior to a wedding. The evergreen pine symbolizes the strength and devotion of men; the plum blossoms represent purity, subtle beauty and the inner strength of women. Bamboo is often used to describe the personality of men and women; for example, a person being as straight (honest) as bamboo could also mean flexible (bendable) to a large extent...
This is a pair of Qing dynasty blue and white flowers motive jar. There are crab apple tree, chrysanthemum and peony plants painted on the jar. On the shoulder of the jar, a band with four sections are painted with lotus flower. The vase is luted together horizontally in two parts as shown in picture no 5. The circa. of this jar is 18th century.
The jar is in very good condition. No hairline crack, no chip or crack, no glaze fritting or repair and restoration...
Thai wooden naga finial carved on both sides and decorated with mirror-tiles, used for decoration on top of the roof.
Age: Thailand, Late Ayutthaya period, circa 18th century
Measurement: Height 103 C.M. / Width 28 C.M. (size excluding stand)
Condition: With natural wears from age. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Thai wooden naga finial carved on both sides and decorated with mirror-tiles, used for decoration on top of the roof.
Age: Thailand, Late Ayutthaya period, circa 18th century
Measurement: Height 110 C.M. / Width 28.5 C.M. (size excluding stand)
Condition: With natural wears from age. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Thai wooden naga finial carved on both sides and decorated with mirror-tiles, used for decoration on top of the roof.
Age: Thailand, Late Ayutthaya period, circa 18th century
Measurement: Height 104 C.M. / Width 28 C.M. (size excluding stand)
Condition: With natural wears from age. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
This is a square and heavily potted export plate, circa 18th century. On the cavetto of the plate, it has a band of flora design with roulette diapers and ruyi head all around. On the inner of base plate, it has a scene of a river with pavilion and houses surrounded with weeping willows and pine trees. Near the front of the pavilion, two people were seen engaged in a discussion and to the left of the pavilion; it appears like a lady is crossing the bridge...
DECORATED POTTERY OIL LAMP
Roman period, Samaritan, 2nd - 3rd Cent. AD
Dimensions:
Length: 7.5 cm
Width: 5.5 cm
Condition: Minor chipping at the base as shown otherwise intact
Found in Samaria north of Jerusalem, Israel
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POTTERY OIL LAMP
ISLAMIC PERIOD, 8TH CENT. AD
Highly decorated with clusters of grapes, vine leaves and floral designs all around the shoulders
Measurements:
Length: 9.5 cm
Width: 7.5 cm
Condition: Good condition as shown
Found in Jerusalem, Holy Land
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This is an incredible, extremely rare weapon from the Chu Culture and dates to the Warring States period (circa 400 BC). It is called a Pi and was used as both a spear and a sword (or dagger). This is one of the rarest weapon types from ancient China and you will not likely see another one like it anywhere at any price. Ancient Asian bronze is becoming rarer by the day. This piece is a guaranteed investment. It measures roughly 46 cm in length and weighs 425 grams...
This baby carrier panel is a lovely old piece. Embroidered with a very intricate flowing pattern using silk floss and wrapped thread and satin stitch techniques. This piece is bordered with hand-loomed fabric. The back of the piece has recently been replaced. Condition is good 19" x 21.5
Large Burmese brown glazed jar with three loop handles around the neck and naturally running glaze on the body.
Age: Burma (Myanmar), circa 18th century
Measurement: Height 51 C.M. / Diameter 43.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice glaze and condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age, and a firing fault on the body). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost...
Burmese reddish brown glazed jar with V-shaped design on the body.
Age: Burma (Myanmar), circa 18th century
Measurement: Height 39.8 C.M. / Diameter 36 C.M.
Condition: Nice glaze and condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
This is a large doll, probably dated from Meiji to Taisho period, modeling a maiden from the Genroku era (1688-1703). Genroku culture which was the beginning of uprising power of the merchants in the Osaka area was glamorous and quite a contrast to the stiff culture of the samurai. Partially green lipstick that is shown on this doll became fashionable at the time. Her hair style is called Taka (high) Shimada or Bunkin Taka-Shimada...
This is a 19th century famille jaune brush pot with butterfly and watermelon motive incised with a feathery wave like yellow background. The butterfly symbolizes joy and felicity or to the effect meaning longevity. As for the watermelon, it does not hold any symbolic meaning...
This is a simple blue and white porcelain hand made spoon from 19th century China. It measures roughly 9.5 cm and is in good condition but may have minor chips. Makes a great conversation piece or decorative accent. I have several available. This one has a hand applied, post glaze character on the underside that likely was inscribed by the original owner.
