A stylized antique CHINESE BRONZE KIRIN-TURTLE with back hook. Bottom has Chinese Characters translating to: "May all you wish come to you".
Height: 4" inches (~ 10 cm.)
Enigmatic and eclectic collection of 35 small repousse auspicious good luck tokens).These were collected in Dali, Yunnan, China in the late 1980s. No two are exactly alike and and are they seem to
are classic Tantric Buddhism symbols such as endless knot, parasol, lotus throne, and temple banner motifs are represented in this lot as well as more traditional Chinese symbols such as bats and butterflies. These came from Yuxi Xingmeng, the last ethnic Mongolian village in Yunnan...
A very attractive openwork bronze pendant applique showing 4 intertwined Dragons, China, Ordos Cultures, Mongolian steppes, 1st. century BC.
The pendant with a loop at the top and a central circle.
Diameter: 35 mm...
Late 1800s
The pendant is formed from sheet silver with a repousse design of a man riding a fu lion amid a floral background on one side and the other side with Chinese characters surrounded by flowers. The work is very well-executed in high relief and minute detail. The chain is fashioned from round soldered links suspended from which there are two bells on smaller chains. The bells are of spherical form and are covered with incising...
A small bronze mirror of bulls eye form, 69mm in diameter 7.5mm in height with a rounded boss surrounded by a thin raised concentric ring to the centre with a raised edge and partial concave profile to the rim. The mirror is in very good condition, please see photos. Shipping within the UK is included in the sterling price and worldwide tracked shipping in the US dollar price.
Brass toggle of a horse; excellent and vivid craftsmanship.
Beautiful patina, partially oxidized, perfect condition (see pix). Before 19th C. L: 5,5 cms. TCT 244 (see Bibliography)
Brass toggle of a monkey; expresses the wish for high office. Excellent and vivid craftsmanship.
Beautiful patina, perfect condition. 19Th C. or before. H : 3,5 cms. TCT 244 (see Bibliography)
It was preserved in very good condition with nice patina on the surface.
Date:Qin Dynasty, 221 B.C.-207 B.C.
Diameter: 3.7cm
Amulet representing a Taoist deity, standing on a small base, wearing robes, with its right leg lifted, holding what seems to be a gourd in its left hand. A loop on its top allowed its attachement to a necklace. Bronze with fine reddish green patina. China, Tang dynasty. Height: 41 mm. Very good condition.
A Pair of bronze Coins was issued by Wang Mang 王莽 of the short-lived
Xin dynasty新朝（AD9年－23年）
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The 'hanging needle' script on the coin is special.
The last picture is from
Numismatic Museum in Beijing.
Length: 5.9cm
A tongue cleaner (also called a tongue scraper or tongue brush), is an oral hygiene device designed to clean the bacterial build-up, food debris, fungi, and dead cells from the surface of the tongue. Pictures below is showing a good quality of antique Chinese silver tongue scraper with hallmark, used by the noble Chinese family in excellent condition. It's a museum quality piece. L: 14cm weigh 14g. Marked. Sold
DESCRIPTION: An attractive, round Chinese silver export pill box, banded with repossee’ floral designs, the hinged lid crowned with a carnelian disc. On the base is stamped, “MADE IN CHINA NO 28 SILVER.” Dating from the early 20th C., this little antique box is in excellent condition. DIMENSIONS: 1 1/8” diameter (2.8 cm) x 1” high (2.5 cm).
A lovely little Chinese bronze belthook, dating to early Han Period, ca. 200 BC-9 AD.
The belthook decorated with scrollwork on the front and has a central knob on the back. Wonderful azurite blue and green patina.
Size: Nearly 6 cm. in lenght.
Provenance: The old collection of Torunn Gulliksen Ihlemann og Jens Thygesen, formerly Kunsthallen auctions, København. Ex. Bruun Rasmussen auctions 1723/1544
This is a very rare round hole coin known as a Yuan, as identified by the single character on the right. Yuan was a city in the state of Liang in ancient China. This coin has not been acid treated nor artificially aged, it is well worn and has the verdigris that is natural and impossible to scrape off by conventional means. These range in size and weight from 41.2 to 43 mm, and range 8.8 to 10.7 grams). Condition is fine. Date: about 300 B.C.E. Warring states period...
An Indian Puja Vessel. Cast in conch shell form.
India 18thC. Length; 3 5/8" (9.4 cm). Condition; normal wear
This is an antique bronze Kwan Yin, found in China with other ancient coins, in good condition and still clear intact, nice patina. Thanks
A small Chinese brass handwarmer with pierced lid and carrying handle. The lid has many vent holes, some of which are shaped like stars. and these organize the round holes into what looks like many plum blossoms. The warmer measures 3 1/4' high (5 1/2" high with handle up) x 5" in diameter, and dates to the late 19th Century. There is a Chinese character chiseled on the base which translate to "to set on fire"...
A beautiful late 19th/20th C. Chinese painted enamel box with a small dish, with a small paint lost from the box (pls. see the photo) Marked "China" D:7.5cm $175 holding
A 'bronze' censer (copper zinc alloy with iron impurities) with a six character Ming dynasty Xuande reign mark (1426-1435) to the base but this item was made later, probably during the late Qing dynasty (circa 1890-1910).
condition: very good - no damages,losses or repairs.
9cm (3.5 inches)across; 6.3cm (2.5 inches)high.
Weight: 260 grams (9 oz).
清末 六瓣三足铜炉
底有“大明宣德年...
Chinese etched and carved design of Double Gourd and leaves in the background Brass Lock and heavy Key, Ca. early 1900, 2 3/4" wide, 1 3/4" high, 3/4" deep(outside measurement), 1 3/8" wide(inside opening), hole is less 1/8" diameter round, in working condition, polished with many years of usage naturally original condition, some areas are stained and dark. This lock and key was found in Yunnan Providence in China.
Chinese Brass Lock and Key with signature, early 1900, 2 3/4" wide and 1 3/8" deep(outside measurement), 1 1/8" wide(inside measurement), stick is 3/16" less than 1/8" diameter round, sort of 3 dimentional shape, in good working condition. There are some interesting embossed and inscribed Chinese design under the old stained Brass in original condition. Thick and large size of the key is very decorative.
A small Chinese silver box with a hinged lid displaying a bird amongst flowers. This lovely box features open cut work in broken ice pattern on all sides. In very good condition, it measures 1.75 inches wide, 1.75" deep, and 1" high. Circa 1900.
19th century Chinese silver hairpin with chased decoration of flowers, the leaves are enhanced with enamel, and with a Chinese hallmark of a Canton based workshop on the back. Made for Straits Chinese (known as Peranakan - persons of mixed Chinese and Malay/Indonesian heritage), lower grade silver, beautiful sharp work, some losses to enamel, overall in great condition. Length 3 7/8 inches.
Antique Chinese blue and white individual cloisonne salt and pepper in excellent condition. Original gold gilt still intact except for gold loss to the lid of the pepper. Dates circa 1900 and measure: Salt cellar about 1" high x about 1.75" diameter, pepper 1.5" high x 1.75 diameter.
19th century repousse Chinese silver hat ornament in a shape of a Foo lion on a hollow base, its front paw on a free spinning filigree ball. During Qing Dynasty silver figures of traditional mythical characters were sewn onto hats for decoration. Beautifully made, crisp detailing of the beast and different plants around the base, will look much better once tarnish is cleaned. Weight 6.1 grams, height 1.37 inches.
DESCRIPTION: Before the availability of electricity and modern irons, this simple but useful implement was produced to iron clothes. The long wood handle is attached to a large cast iron bowl designed to hold hot coals. The bowl has been cast with designs on its outer surface and is shaped with one side flared to protect the worker’s hand. After the bowl absorbed sufficient heat from the coals, it was pressed onto the garment using the flat bottom surface to smooth out wrinkles...
A gilded bronze or brass alloy hand mirror of round form with a pair of four toed thick bodied Dragons characteristic of the Qing dynasty. The Dragons are impressed into a very fine sandy textured ground and are delineated entirely in flat raised lines similar to champlevé work. The pierced cylindrical knob or button has a V shaped opening for a silk cord and it appears to have been soldered to the centre rather than cast. It has an impressed Shou motif...
This is a gilt bronze figurine of the smilling immortal of happiness and longevity in Chinese tradition which was sew to the the headgear or clothings of old people as ornamental decorative during 19th century, size 3.8 cm
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Chinese Brass Oil Lantern or Oil Lamp Ca. before 1920, 11" high for stand, separate round Dish with handle for oil-1 1/4" high shallow dish, bottom-5 1/4" x 1 3/4" high, stand nicely within the Brass ring attached to the main stand in the middle section, bottom-5 1/2" diameter and, 1 3/4" high, etched double fish and original used condition, no damages.
Chinese Brass Lock and Key with Chinese Character signed inside, Ca. 1900 or before, outside measurement(3 1/4" long, 1 1/4" high, 7/8" deep, inside measurement(2 1/8" long, 3/8" high under stick, 7/8" deep), the round stick is 1/4" diameter, old age green patina or stain on brass, and in good working condition.
Rare Chinese Western Han Dynasty Iron Chisel / Axe Head (206 BC - AD 8)
This iron axe head or chisel dates to the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). Surviving iron objects of this age are very rare. This example does of course have rust and corrosion, and a small chip to the edge of the open end. It is free from restoration or repair...
Rare Chinese Western Han Dynasty Iron Chisel / Axe Head (206 BC - AD 8)
This iron axe head or chisel dates to the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). Surviving iron objects of this age are very rare...
Small bronze spoon from the Han Dynasty, these were usually found with miniature bronze cooking stoves, good study piece for fans of ancient Chinese bronze. There is crack that may be seen last enlargement. L: 9cm/3.5in. Free shipping.
A delightful and rare Antique Chinese good quality Silver Pumpkin shape box, ca. 1840. Has intricate details and a leaf on top. Very good condition and workmanship, no repairs or alterations. Size: H. 4 cm. x 7 cm. diameter (1.5" x 2.75"). Bottom has clear pinpointed Chinese character mark.
19th century repousse Chinese silver sew-on clothing ornament in a shape of a Chinese sage riding a mythical qilin. During Qing Dynasty silver figures of traditional mythical characters were sewn onto clothing and hats for decoration. Nicely made from low grade silver, small holes around perimeter for sewing onto clothes, will look much better once tarnish is cleaned. Height 1.83 inches.
19th century repousse Chinese gilded copper sew-on clothing ornament He He Twins, also known as the Heavenly twins, or the Two Saints of Harmony. During Qing Dynasty such metal figures of traditional mythical characters were sewn onto clothing and hats for decoration. Nicely made, small holes around perimeter for sewing onto clothes. Height 1.57 inches.
Vintage Chinese silver pin in a shape of a mythical animal. Judging by the flame like mane it is possibly a huodou - a large black dog that can emit flames from its mouth. Very good crisp work, in great condition. There is no hallmark, but I am confident that the metal is silver. Weight 5.7 grams, length 1.25 inches.
19th century repousse Chinese silver sew-on clothing ornament in a shape of a Chinese sage riding a deer. During Qing Dynasty silver figures of traditional mythical characters were sewn onto clothing and hats for decoration. Nicely made from low grade silver, small holes around perimeter for sewing onto clothes, will look much better once tarnish is cleaned. Height 1.78 inches.
A very delightful Chinese Hand Made Antique Genuine Silver (acid tested) Cosmetic Box, 19th Century. Base has 2 Chinese Silversmith stamps, 19th Century. Nice décor! Difficult to find. Size: height 5 cm. x 6.5 cm. diameter. Weight: 52 gr.
A set of Chinese bronze sword hilt.
Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220
Size of hilt only: Length 18.5 - 21.3 C.M. / Width 5.8 - 6.3 C.M.
Size including stand: Height 36.2 - 36.4 C.M.
Condition: Intact with original condition. 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.
19th Century Nepal Bronze Figure of Yellow Jambhala 黄财神
It is 7.2 inches (18.3 cm) tall by 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) wide. It is 879 gram (1.9 lb).
It has loss patina, pitting holes, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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1900's Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy with Dragon Marked
It is 4.7 inches (12 cm) tall by 3.7 inches (9.5 cm) wide. It is 227.7 gram.
It is tarnished and has a dent, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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1920's Chinese Solid Silver Dragon Candle Holder Wood Carved Stand Marked
It is 8.7 inches (22 cm) tall measured with stand by and 4.4 inches (11.3 cm) wide. It is 318 gram measured without stand.
One arm has been reattached. It is tarnished and has surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Width approximately 18 cm (across the masks). In good condition.
Width approximately 18.2 cm (across the handles). In good condition.
19th Century Chinese Bronze Relief Dragon Censer Marked
It is 4.1 inches (10.5 cm) tall by 5.8 inches (15 cm) wide. It is 1990 gram (4.4 Lb).
The bronze censer has oxidation, tarnished metal, and surface wears and scratches ( as seen in the photos).
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18th Century Chinese Tibetan Gilt Bronze 8 Arms Kwan Yin Buddha
It is 6.3 inches (16 cm) tall by 3.5 inches (9 cm) wide. It is 0.9 lb.
It has rubbing patina and gilding, oxidation, missing one arm and hand held accessories, a chip at one finger, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Chinese Gilt Lacquer Bronze Temple Guardian, 17th Century
It is 9.6 inches (24.5 cm) tall by 5.1 inches (13 cm) wide. It is 2108 gram.
It has loss gold and patina, pitting cracks, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Height approximately 24 cm. In good condition.
17th Century Chinese Bronze Donkey Shaped Incense Burner with Dragon Saddle
It is 8.2 inches (20.8 cm) tall by 8.6 inches (21.8 cm) in length and 4 inches (10.1 cm) wide. It is 2455 gram (5.4 Lb).
It has pitting, firing holes, small chips and missing 2 sticks at the saddle, loss of patina, oxidation, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
Some of the photos were taken under the sun.
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18th Century Chinese Bronze Censer Incense Burner Xuande Marked
It is 2.7 inches (7.3 cm) tall by 7.2 inches (18.4 cm) wide. It is 1729 gram.
It has oxidation and rubbing of patina, a small chip at the bottom, cut marks, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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17th Century Sino Tibetan Iron Silver & Gold Inlaid Censer with Goldfish & Bat
It is 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) tall by 10.6 inches (27 cm) wide. It is 1,768 gram.
It has oxidation, rust, tarnished metal, loss of silver, one panel is missing a nail and loose, missing nails, small chips at the panels, missing pieces, firing holes, small gaps, and surface wears and scratches.
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This type of metal work was produced in exceedingly high qual...
Ancient Chinese bronze gui, a food vessel used during rituals. Round form body with high, round foot and two handles. The shoulders of each handle is decorated with animal heads. A band of archaic motifs wraps around the body and the foot.
Age: Zhou Dynasty (1046 BC -256 BC)
Dimensions: 6 1/8" high x 11 1/2" long x 7 3/4" wide
17th Century Chinese Lacquer Bronze Seated Buddha
It is 7.5 inches (19.05 cm) tall by 5 inches (12.7 cm) wide. It is 1236 gram.
It has rubbing of patina, rust, firing holes, pitting, chips at the bottom and surface wears and scratches ( as seen in the photos).
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17th Century Ming Chinese Lacquered Bronze Vase with Foo Lion Ears
It is 9.8 inches (24.8 cm) tall by 7 inches (17.8 cm) wide. It is 1582 gram (3.5 Lb).
It has oxidation, peeling, rubbing of patina, pitting, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Width approximately 12.5 cm. In good condition.
1900's Chinese Bronze Hand Warmer with Chirography Marked "Pan Xiangfen"
It is 5.8 inches (15 cm) tall with handle up and 3.9 inches (10 cm) tall with handle down by 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) wide. It is 1.5 lb.
It has oxidation, rubbing patina and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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1900's Chinese Paktong White Copper Enamel Hand Warmer with Flower & Bird Signed
It is 5.9 inches (15 cm) tall with handle up and 4.1 inches (10.5 cm) tall with handle down by 7.3 inches (18.7 cm) long and 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide. It is 3 Lb.
It has loss of patina, oxidation and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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19th Century Tibetan Bronze Teapot with Dragon Handle
It is 6 inches (15.3 cm) tall by 9.4 inches (23.8 m) wide. It is 3.7 Lb.
It has a hairline crack at the spout, mild bents at he rim of the lid, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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1900's Chinese Sterling Silver Repousse Tea Set with Monogram, Dragon & Bamboo Marked
The teapot is 5.75 inches (14.5 cm) tall by 9.25 inches (23.5 cm) wide. The creamer is 3.25 inches (8.2 cm) tall by 5.1 inches (13 cm) wide. The sugar bowl is 3.75 inches (9.5 cm) tall by 6.5 inches (17.5 cm) wide. They are 998 gram.
They are tarnished and have surface wears and scratches. A crack at the spout and small bent at the teapot's foot (as seen in the photos).
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