A Karatsu ware tea bowl with gold mending. It has simple paintings which is called E-karatsu. Karatsu ware has been produced in the east part of Saga Pref. and the north part of Nagasaki Pref. in Kyushu since late 16th century. Age is not clear. It is possible that is made by modern artist. However, kintsugi (mending by gold) is enjoyable. Diameter:15cm, Height:5cm
Rare antique Chinese silk brocade panel woven with polychrome peonies; intricate silk tapestry.
The panel is backed with beige color silk.
Measurements : 27 inches long x 60 inches wide
Diameter approximately 41 cm. In good condition.
This is a large amulet with two holes for suspension and was most probably used as a chest piece (pectoral). The polish is so spectacularly well done that the piece feels as smooth as silk when held. The large central hole gently tapers on both sides. It measures a full 4" in length and is 2-1/2" in height. Roughly 1/8" thick. In color a varied green nephrite with a minimal residue of the polishing material remaining on the surface.
A beautiful example of Shigaraki pottery—the result of techniques perfected over centuries by dedicated artisans residing in the provinces east of Kyoto. This piece achieves a kind of asymmetrical balance of both form and color, displaying classic Shigaraki markings of emerald green, red ochre, and pale ash.
The Shigaraki kilns in Shiga prefecture have been an active pottery centre since the Kamakura period (1185–1333) and continue to produce pottery up to the present day...
Set of 8 panels carved in a beautiful hardwood probably rosewood. They are very finely openworked with stylized dragons moving in scrolls. In the center a bone inlay. The cutouts as well as the details are very skilfully executed. Probably pieces of furniture.
Probably china but perhaps vietnam. The largest panel measures 215mm.
Bone inlays are missing.
10 - 12th century Indonesia bronze Buddha, good condition please see picture for detail, size: 14 cm diameter.
10 - 12th century Indonesia bronze figure of Shiva, condition please see picture for detail, size: 11 cm height.
8 - 10th century Indonesia bronze Buddha, condition please see picture detail, size: 6 cm height.
10 - 12th century Indonesia bronze figure of Agastya, good condition with hands and angle missing please see picture for detail, size: 15 cm height.
18 - 19th century Chinese Tibetan bronze Buddha, good condition please see picture for detail, size: 21 cm height.
Song dynasty longquan celadon censer with large ear, good condition with defect at the foot ring repaire, and crack line at one of the ear please see picture for detail, size: 12 cm diameter.
Qing dynasty 18 - 19th century Chinese bronze censer, good condition please see picture for detail, size: 12 cm diameter.
A beautiful example of an antique Shigaraki Tsubo (storage jar) Vase displaying classic Shigaraki markings of red ochre, pale and natural ash glaze.
This eye-catching tsubo dates back to the the beginning of the 17th century, early Edo Period (1603-1868)...
An antique Japanese 2 section merchant display Tansu made of Hinoki (Cypress) and Tochinoki (Horse Chestnut) woods. Each section has a split level shelf. The bottom section includes 4 side by side drawers where additional store inventory was stored. Constructed using double through mortise and tenon joinery for added strength.
Age: Meiji/Taisho (1910-1920)
Dimensions: 66 1/2" Wide by 68" His by 16 1/2" Deep
One of a kind - a rare 17th century Kiyomizu Chawan with a wonderful thick and vivid hand painted Sakura scenery. Such old Kiyomizu items in perfect antique condition are very, very rare.
It comes with an antique wooden box.
Kyo ware/Kiyomizu ware are works of art that illustrate the scenery of the four seasons in Kyoto or feature drawings that bring good luck.
A lot of the vessels are made by using the technique wherein the clay is baked once before being painted...
A magnificent Kogaratsu Katakuchi Chawan (Ko-Karatsu tea bowl with a pouring spout), fired between the Azushi Momoyama period (1573-1603) and the early stage of the Edo Period (1603-1868).
It is no exaggeration to say that this tea bowl needs to be described as a true museum quality piece of art.
Especially such old Karatsu bowls are rarely available in the version of a Katakuchi bowl.
Essentially, it's a bowl with a spout...
Song dynasty longquan celadon large jar with bluish green glaze, good condition no damage there is small glaze imperfection on the body please see picture for detail, size: 14 cm diameter, 11 cm mouth diameter, 10 cm height.
