Very fine Chinese painted bronze cloisonne vase with design.

Age: China, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 63.5 C.M. / Width 33 C.M. (size excluding stand)
Condition: Nice condition overall.
Shipment: Worldwide shipment at actual price is available from Bangkok, Thailand. Please-mail us for accurate shipping fee.

A very large and superb quality bronze figure of Shou Lao, the God Of Longetivity, also called the undying, China, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD).

The bronze figure with the well-known features of Shou Lao, in a wonderful Ming Dynasty style. The Stick and hand was cast seperately to the figure, and afterwards mounted as was costum during Ming Dynasty with the more difficult casting processes. A filled casting flaw on the back is also from the time of the making and typical for the period...

DESCRIPTION: A large, carved wood figure of the Chinese deity Guanyin (also Quanyin, or Kwan-yin), seated on a throne with right leg folded and right hand extended in the abhaya mudra position, a gesture of reassurance, blessing and protection (or “do not fear”). Her hair is worn pulled up in a chignon inside her crown, and around her shoulders is draped a short shawl with flowing ribbons. In good, solid condition with minor age wear; early 20th C...

Late 18th to early 19th century Chinese bronze sculpture of Guandi holding a long halberd in one hand and stroking his beard with the other. Guandi is a legendary and supposedly a historical person, one of the Three Heroes of Han Dynasty, who was later raised to immortality and deified as God of War. Strong image with great thoughtful face, excellent casting, beautiful flow to the lines of his robe, wonderful chiseling of textile patterns...

A unusual Pair of Chinese Bronze Candlesticks, each depicting a Crane standing on a Dragonturtle. 19th Century. Good condition. Size: 28 cm. each (11").

Statue of Buddhist god Wenshu --- also known as Bodhisattava Manjusri --- in formal attire, wearing diadem and jewelry, his hands holding the stem of lotus flowers resting on each shoulder, sitting in "bhadrasana" on his lion, the lion itself crouching on a stylised lotus base. Bronze, with encrusted dark green patina. China, late Yuan/early Ming dynasty. Height: 18.8 cm. Very good condition.

A rare and very nice QING DYNASTY BRONZE ELEPHANT WITH CEREMONIAL VESSEL, elaborate trimmings, saddle and typical Chinese stylized eyes. Overall very good condition, bottom of saddle on one side has an inconsequential very small piece missing. Naturally formed dark patina. Size: L. 9.5 cm. x H. 9 cm. x W. 3.2 cm. Weight: 342 gr. Provenance: Private Collection.

A stone carved Han lion scratching his ear used as a weight. These weights were used to hold down the corners of tents and other tied down items.The ropes were tied to the leg that is scratching the ear. Size: L.20cm. W. 9.5cm.Condition: No repairs. Normal wear.

A very serene and spiritual QING DYNASTY Polychrome Wooden LOHON MONK in adoration, standing on a LOTUS Base. Rare piece and good size: H. 73 cm. (~ 29" inches). Good condition overall, with some signs of aging. Has good Aura and seldom found!

A very rare set of 2 ancient Chinese Stone Carvings depicting Musicians with excellent detailed sculpture. 10-12th Century A.D. Good condition. Size: 7.5" x 7.5" x 1.75". Provenance: ex-Collection of famed H. MEDILL SARKISIAN (1909-1993), Denver, Colorado.

Antique Chinese pair of stone temple door supports with carvings of fu dogs, seated on tanggu (ceremonial drums) on large pedestals. Intricately carved detail with emblems of dragons and auspicious characters on the front of each pedestal. The smaller female fu dog on the left is carved with her mouth closed, while the larger male on the right has an open mouth. This is a typical depiction to represent the sacred mantra "om". Extremely heavy, solid stone...

A Ming carved wooden figure of a women that represents a female deity. The primary deity of salvational sectarian religion, she is a grandmotherly figure who wants to call back to heaven all of her children, the inhabitants of this world. The cults devoted to her were often explicitly egalitarian, and women played prominent roles as leaders...

A very unusual Han stoneware bird with the remains of the multi colored glaze. Size: L. 12cm. H. 5.6cm.

A well done rare large carving of a stone sitting Han dog or lion. This stone dog was must probably used as a tomb guardian. Very Heavy. Size:H. 42cm -16.5 inches

Chinese tomb pottery figure of an foreign army general. He stands confidently with chin up and arms bent. His fists are clenched and most likely he once wielded a spear or weapon of some sort. His armor is elaborately carved with swirling motifs and he wears a helmet with round finial. His eyes are wide and his teeth are defined in an intense expression. He is sculpted with great care and traces of slip pigment are still apparent where he was once painted...

Antique Chinese stone statue fragment of the head of one of the attendants to Buddha. One hand rests over the right ear while the other ear is left uncovered. The eyes are closed in meditation. Brings fourth a calming enlightened feeling. Sits on custom black iron stand. Ming Dynasty (1368–1644). Size: (entire stand) 11.5" H x 6.5" W (head only) 9" H

A pair of antique Chinese wooden FOO-DOGS/LIONS, 19th Century. Very fine detailed hand carving. One with a pup (the female) and the other with a globe (the male) on detailed carved bases incorporating Buddhist symbols. Very good condition. Size: H. 22 cm.(8.75")

A Chinese coral figure of a standing maiden in an elaborate and floating robe holding a basket of flowers. Rendered with great competence and detail, it is a very attractive composition. The coral is of pinkish hue with occasional white spots. age; C. 1910. size: 17.5 cm high including the fixed wood stand. condition; very good, no restoration, no breaks. there are natural tubules to the back.

A finely carved Green Jadeite Jade dome lidded Tripod Censer with handles, animal heads and loops as well as a foo lion on the top cover which is removable. Condition: good overall. Size: 13 cm. diameter (5.25"). 19th Century. Nice quality/colour Jade!

This is a rare large chinese porcelain Guanyin statue dating to the Qing Dynasty. The statue is sitting on a lotus base, right hand putting on the front of the chest, left hand holding a bottle. The face expression looks very serious and sincerely. Great item.

No repairs.

Size: 14,25'' height (1 inch = 2,5 cm) - weight 2,77 kg.

Shipping included

NORTHERN QI DYNASTY, 550-577 AD. A hollow formed ceramic figure of a standing robed male attendant with cap and long sleeved-robe, one hand raised and pierced to accommodate a shaft. Provenance: from the London (UK) Art Market and acquired before 1980. Weight: 330 gr. Size: 20.5 cm (8")

NORTHERN QI DYNASTY, 550-577 AD. A hollow formed ceramic figure of a standing robed male with hood and open-fronted mantle, broad trousers. hands clasped at the chest; pierced to accept a shaft. Provenance: the London (UK) Art Market, acquired before 1980. Weight: 379 gr. Size: 20.1 cm (8")

NORTHERN QI DYNASTY, 550-577 AD. A hollow formed ceramic figure of a standing robed male with hood and open-fronted mantle, broad trousers, hands clasped at the chest; pierced to accept a shaft. Provenance from the London (UK) Art Market and acquired before 1980. Weight: 376 gr, Size: 20 cm. (8")

Stunning Chinese antique carved marble head of Buddha. Massive in size and weight, this beautifully carved fragment is sure to make an impression. Detailed with soft features and down cast eyes. This Buddha conveys classical Chinese features, a rounded face and chin, full lips and graceful eyes nearly closed. The high detail on the snail-shell hair curls attest to its providence. Custom built Black Iron stand. Would look stunning indoor or outdoor with amazing presence...

Chinese sandstone carving of Buddha's head, a fragment from a larger statue. This buddha has delicate features and a beautiful expression with high arching brows over half lidded eyes and a slight smile. Hair is a series of continuous sweeping rows over a subtle cranial protuberance. Northern Qi Dynasty (550-577). Size of head: 12 1/2" high. Total size including stand: 18 1/2" high. (custom Black Iron Stand).

Antique Chinese figure of the goddess Quanyin seated with a child on her lap. Made of bronze and lacquered in red then black lacquer, this statue was once completely covered in gold. The goddess of compassion sits with one hand delicately balanced on her knee. The other hand holds the hand of the tiny girl-child in her lap. Both goddess and child are sculpted with beautiful expressions and naturalistic details. Qing Dynasty. Size: 24" high x 17" wide x 14" deep.

Very well crafted Sino-Tibetan gilded cast bronze figure of Buddha, seated in a lotus position upon a lotus base; dressed in a finely relief robe and a censer in one hand. Circa 19th century era. Size; Height of figure is 8.75 inches with width of 7 inches. Condition Report; Condition is consistent with age.

Charming Chinese acrobat in a handstand atop a natural rootwood base. The acrobat is hand carved out of boxwood. He wears shorts tied at the waist and a pair boots. His hair is tied back and he has a goatee. Very finely carved. It is from the Ching Dynasty, 19th century. It measures 27 tall, about 18" wide at the base. Excellent original condition.

Chinese soapstone carving of a scene from a folk tale: the famous Tang Dynasty poet, Meng Haoran (689-740) ventures out into the snow with his young attendant in search of plum blossoms in the snowy hills. In finding this hint of early spring, he hoped to find inspiration for his poems. They see an amazing plum tree starting it's bloom in the cold of late winter...

Statue of a taoist dignitary, in formal attire, standing on an elevated hexagonal base on which a relief representing a reclining animal is carved. Two votive boxes at the back, both with missing lid. China, Ming Dynasty period. The statue is mounted on a stand. height (without stand): 31,5 cm. A few missing parts at the lower side of the base and at the back of the head, with no real damage to the general aspect of the statue, otherwise very good condition.

Fertility amulet carved in the shape of a male infant standing and holding a lotus flower. Ivory, with a fine patina. China, 18th century. Height: 2 1/8" (5,4 cm). The pice is nicely mounted on a custom plexi stand. Very good condition.

A rare and finely carved Chinese Celadon Green JADE CHIMERA, 18/19th Century. Intricately detailed work with beautiful stylized wings. Very good condition, no repairs. Provenance: from an important Washington D.C. diplomatic estate. Size: 7.5 cm. (3"), 185 gr.

DESCRIPTION: A significant Chinese sculpture featuring a Scholar with his boy attendant, carved from a large slab of burl hardwood. The undulations and knobs of the slightly curving burl slab have been beautifully incorporated into the carving, forming the scholar’s garment and top of his curled hat. The bearded scholar looks slightly upward with a pleasing expression and holds a scroll in his hands. At his side is his young attendant gazing upward with a charming smile...

Chinese wooden shrine enclosing Guan Yin on lotus base and her acoyltes Longnu and Shancai. 19th century or earlier. 70 cm high x 32 cm wide. Good condition. Smoke encrusted patina.

A very finely cast statue of Bodhisattva Manjusri wearing diadem and formal attire, holding a book in his left hand, his right hand in argumentative posture. Manjusri is sitting cross-legged on an elevated lotus throne resting on the back of a stylized lion, itself standing on a rounded base. Bronze with dark-green patina. Traces of an original lacquering and gilding. China, early Ming Dynasty. Height: 6 1/4" (16 cm). Tiny part of diadem missing, otherwise very good condition.

The Taoist immortal Liu Hai is performing a handstand on his three-legged toad. Condition: leg of the animal and foot of Liu Hai with small loss, a crack. Dimension: 9.5 cm high.

A wonderful Chinese Bronze Buddha, crowned on a lotus seat with serene expression in the face.

The antique inscribtion says 'Ming Di Yong Ping San Nian Zhi', translatable as 'Made in the Third Year of the Yongping Reign of Emperor Ming'.

Ming Di was the posthumous reign title of Liu Yang, who succeeded to the throne on the death of his father to become the 2nd emperor of the Eastern Han Dynasty. The third year of his rule would have been 60 A.D. This period has been refe...

A well preserved Pair of mounted QING DYNASTY Painted and Gilt Wooden Temple Figures or High Priests. 19th Century, China. Good condition. Size: H. 18.5" (47 cm.). Price is for the pair.

The handsome head of the Buddha, Very finely carved with serene expression. With slightly smiling mouth, downcast eyes, large arched eyebrows in relief, straight nose and pierced elongated earlobes. His hair arranged in rows of small curls and surmounted by a domed usnisa. Height of the head on the mount is: 25 In (63cms) and 21 In (53cms) for the head alone without mount. Estimated value: U$D 4000 / 5000

Stupendous and very rare JIN DYNASTY SHANXI TERRACOTTA TOMB BRICKS individually mounted on museum quality stands. One depicts a festive flute player in flowing robes, the other a drummer playing the waist drum (1115 -1234 A.D.), China. The Jin Dynasty which co-existed with SONG, China early in the 12th Century, were forest dwellers known as Jurchen, who spoke an inner Altaic language and had conquered the Manchurian heartland in 1115. Their leader Aguda (r. 1113-1123) named his Chinese style Dy...

Small four legged portable Buddhist altar with a statue of bearded Bodhisattva Padmapani standing on an elevated and stylized lotus throne and holding a gourd in his left hand. Gilt bronze with partly encrusted green patina. China, Wei Dynasty period (386-534 AD). Height: 3 5/16" (8,5 cm). Gilding partly missing in small areas, otherwise very good condition. Ex. old German collection.

DESCRIPTION: A large, museum quality, carved and lacquered Chinese sculpture of the Taoism deity Hsuan Tien Shang-ti, dating from the Ming Dynasty, c. 1500's. The Supreme Emperor of the Dark Heavens, Hsuan Tien Shang-ti is known by numerous titles within China; he is best known to foreigners and laymen as the Northern Emperor, Pei Ti (Cantonese Pak Tai) or Chen Wu.

Here he is carved in a seated posture, draped in a red lacquered robe with blue trim, his hands resting on his knees with f...

Bronze Scroll weight of a seated monk, one of his legs folded underneath the other, his hands resting upon his upright knee, wearing a robe patterned with flower-like designs. Ming Dynasty, 17th century Size: 2.5" tall, 1.25" wide

Chinese Song Dynasty Guanyin Wood Sculpture. 41.5 inches, 105 cm.

Outstanding 18th. Century heavy casting of Buddha, both hands grasping flowers, eyes in serene expression, with incised robes extending towards a double-lotus base. It would appear that this piece may have at one point in time had a mandorla mounted to the backside.

Measures 6.5 in. (16 cm) in height.

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An interesting Chinese tomb figure of possibly an attendant to serve in the afterlife. Tomb figures appear constantly in the history of Chinese art through the tombs of past dukes and imperial personages. Age: Ming/Qing, Size: Length 3.5" Width 2.75" Height 10.75"

A Chinese bamboo lohan 
carved and pierced wearing long robes with smiling expression and arms raised -- 9in. (24.1cm) high, 18th /19th Century, (worm holes, minor losses). Provenance Christies London 1999

Pair of Chinese small stone lions, wonderfully carved with great detail and expression, traces of color, each lion is carved standing on a little stone platform, Ming Dynasty. Size: 7" high x 4" wide x 5 1/2" deep.

An attractive Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) Bronze Statuette of a TAOIST FEMALE DEITY holding an offering in flowing robes on a stylized lotus pedestal, Fine workmanship with many details. Natural aged dark patina. Overall condition good with a piece of the pedestal missing in the back (see photos # 5 and 6). Comes with an attractive display stand. Size: H. 4 3/4" x 2 1/4" x 2 1/4" (12 x 6 x 6 cm.). Rare find!

It is hard to find real antique wooden Buddha Figures, and we are happy to offer you one rare piece of chinese art.

This is a highlight of our exhibition.

This large Buddha is approx. 250 years old and is carved of one piece of old DARK wood. It came from a well known antique dealer in Bejing, China. The spoils of time, the cracks, the leavings of colour and the signs of age give a valuabel proof of its authenticity.

It is placed and fixed on a thick piece of woo...

A very nicely carved white soap stone laughing Buddha, measures 10 cm by 5.3 cm, early republic period

Beautiful Chinese tomb pottery horse in two pieces, sculpted of gray clay and painted with slip, wonderful dramatic shape, expressive face with open mouth, painted with white slip, traces of orange and black slip details especially on the head and face. Han Dynasty 206 B.C. - A.D. 220. Size:16 3/4" high x 20" wide x 7" deep.

Very unusual bronze statue of Mandarin, mounted, 19th Century, rare piece, good condition, base shows some climatic wear. Size H. 7.5" x W. 2.75" x D. 7.5"

A Chinese Jade carving of a lady carrying a baby. The jade carving contains fine details of the hair, robes, and tassels the lady is wearing. Size: length 2.25" width 1" height 7"

Description:

A stone lion weight of earlier periods was in nice mood.
Some frets though, the item was kept in good condition without any cracks and was free from any restorations.
Date: Song/Yuan periods, 12th/13th centuries.

Height: 12cm.

Beautifully carved soap stone figure of sage Fulushuo, he leans on an elaborately carved staff and hold the peach of longevity, on an intricately carved dark stone stand on which are carved a bat and a deer, also symbols of happiness and longevity, wonderful expression, stone of a lovely orange and green, Republic Period (circa 1910-1930). Total size: 20 3/4" high x 8" wide x 5 1/2" deep.

From our Chinese Monochrome Collection, a fine carved jade image of Guanyin, late 19th- early 20th century, depicting the deity with a wonderful serene expression in a variation of Royal Ease mudra while sitting upon a rockwork base, and cradling a ruyi sceptre in her right arm. The jade is of pale olive tone with russet colored highlights and is rather substantial in heft, weighing almost 1.4 pounds.

Size and Condition: 5 inches tall, 4 1/4 inches wide, 1 1/2 inches thick. There is a sm...

Ex Bonhams: From our Chinese Polychrome Collection, a large gilt copper alloy and lacquered repousse figure of Vajrapani, 18th century, standing pratyalidhasana with a ferocious expression on a repousse and chased lotus throne, left hand in tarjani mudra and his right hand raised above his five-leaf crowned head. The figure is clothed in flowing robes open at the chest to reveal ornamental body jewelry and jeweled necklaces. Vajrapani's face retains a lot of cold-painted flesh colored lacquer, ...

Very rare and fine JIN DYNASTY Terracotta Tomb Brick Panel depicting a festive male drummer with flowing robes playing the waist drum (1115-1234 A.D), China. The waist drum with it's hourglass shape and cloth covering was tied to the players waist to allow him to move freely, without hindrance. It was an instrument of choice for dancers. In Shanxi, a waist drum dance dating back some 2000 years is still practiced today. Such a tomb panel depicting a drummer playing the waist drum from the Jin Dy...

Extremely rare JIN DYNASTY SHANXI Terracotta Tomb Brick Panel depicting a festive male Flute Player with flowing robes (1115 - 1234 A.D.), China. Very good condition and finely mounted on Museum quality stand. No repairs/restorations. Size: H. 16" (40.5 cm.) x W. 7 3/4" ( 19.5 cm.) excluding stand. For history on the Jin Dynasty please view our item # 1269880