All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Scholar Art : Pre 1837 VR item #1481332 (stock #JHroseBrRest)
Early 19c Chinese scholar’s carved rosewood double dragon brush rest. The dragons have wonderful facial features with turned up snouts. There is a round knob on the top between the two facing dragons to turn it easily. The bodies, feet and curling tails are wonderful. Workmanship and quality is superb, showing early original patina to the surfaces. The color is a rich reddish brown with all the shiny areas right where they should be from handling...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Scholar Art : Pre 1837 VR item #1474421 (stock #403)
Small deer in cast bronze. The animal is shown lying down. It's a roe,stag or maybe a deer. Very good quality of sculpture. The perfection of the volumes, the search for detail and the neat finish are similar to those that we admire on the Netsuké. This little deer must be a Japanese work rather than a Chinese one, it is impossible to date it with exactness. Probably Edo or earlier. The deer was the protector of Buddhism. 85mm x 54mm The base pierced with a square hole...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Stoneware : Pre 1837 VR item #1357594 (stock #709)
A Shiwan ware vase of club form with a most beautiful glaze and with an old wooden stand. Guandong ( south China ) Shiwan ware. Qianlong period or earlier. An object from the scholar´s table. H : without stand : 21,2 cm, with stand : 23,1 cm. Condition : Perfect
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #892824 (stock #339)
A small attractively decorated porcelain jardiniere and stand probably made in Jingdezhen, China circa 1770 - 1820 during the reign of either the Qianlong or Jiaqing emperor. Although this was a popular export shape during that period the traditional archaic style decoration suggests that this was possibly made as a scholar's item. Condition - perfect - no damages and no restoration...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Snuff Bottles : Pre 1837 VR item #1438561 (stock #270)

This is a spectacular Famille Noire Glazed Molded Porcelain Snuff Bottle of Bulbous Pear form, with a green ruyi band decorated straight neck, a white glazed mouth, and a concave recessed oval footing. The bottle is decorated on both sides with vases that contain the flowers of the four seasons: winter: plum blossoms; spring: peony; summer: lotus or orquid, and autumn: chrysanthemum, dressed in a variety of colors where green is the dominating palette, set atop an opaque black background...

All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Wood : Pre 1837 VR item #963231 (stock #1-0602)
Nuo theater mask representing the smiling Tudigong, the god of the soil and of cereals in ancient Chinese mythology, wearing a formal cap. Wood, with traces of lacquer, fine dark patina. China, early 19th century, maybe older. Height: 11 1/4" (28,5 cm). The mask is nicely mounted on a custom metal stand. Old local restorations from top to bottom, otherwise good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #940203 (stock #256)
A BLUE AND WHITE BOTTLE VASE 18TH/19TH CENTURY Of well-potted pear shape, finely painted in great detail with a ferocious Buddhistic lion and its cub. A quite similar vase was sold at Christies London, King Street ( 2003 ) H : 42,3 cm. Condition : Perfect Provenance : Old German collection.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Hardstones : Pre 1837 VR item #939333 (stock #G0133)
A beautiful early 18th C. Chinese stone carving with a mythical dog motif. This stone carving is came from north/west region of China. It is a matt weight for holding the straw matt. It weights 14lbs. In excellent condition. W:10-1/2"x10-1/2"x1"
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Enamel : Pre 1837 VR item #871645 (stock #G0062)
A Chinese 19th Century cloisonne jar with lid and with beautiful mythical faces. In excellent condition H: 11" Signed "Qianlong"
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Scholar Art : Pre 1837 VR item #1063651 (stock #tiger913)
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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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All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1410509 (stock ##2047)
A fine famille rose vase with neatly painted, decorated with two windows filled with peacock bird on famille rose ground of Indian lotus, emblems and colorful design. Qianlong seal mark to the base and possibly of the period or slight later to at least Daoguang period. Condition is perfect with no any crack, no any chip and free from any restoration. Height:
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Snuff Bottles : Pre 1837 VR item #1457344 (stock #324)
Very Rare Pattern, Amygdaloidal Basalt Snuff Bottle of Flattened Circular shape, supported on an oval footrim, the gently slopping shoulders rising to a cylindrical neck; the mottled mostly brown stone ground suffused by gray-green-tan, orange epidote and calcite irregular but attractive intrusions. Well-hollowed. It was probably made during the Qing Dynasty, 1760-1850...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Scholar Art : Pre 1837 VR item #976195
An outstanding piece, this scholar's rock in huanguali with finely carved scenes all around the mountain. This piece may date from the Qianlong period, but not later then early 19th century. It measures: H 22 cm, W. 14 cm, D. 10 cm. Condition: excellent, with a beautiful soft patina. A small opening at the top may heve been used as a brush holder.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #982517 (stock #464)
A wedding plate finely painted with "famille rose" enamels against a pale green 'celadon' ground. The border is richly decorated with lotus, peony flowers, birds, insects, good luck symbols and auspicious objects. This item was made in China for export during the reign of either the Jiaqing or Daoguang emperors - probably circa 1800-1830.)Condition - there is a chip and associated 0.5 cm hairline to the rim and there is minor wear to the enamels...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1837 VR item #1373749
This is a Chinese antique brocade dragon costume of blue and gold satin silk, which draws five nail dragons on the front and back featuring Chinese treasure, longevity sign. In a very good condition No stain, no damage, yarn is not loose. Almost perfect condition. This was brought to Japan in the Qing Dynasty era. It was rarely used c1890. Height about 129 cm Width of a garment - From sleeves to sleeves 199 cm (78.3 "50.7").
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1209989 (stock #0822)
Qing 18th century blue and white buffalo doll water droper. this item is similar item found from Tek Sing cargo. very good conditions. 8,5cm wide. 3cm high.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Ivory : Pre 1837 VR item #948690 (stock #lot648)
Description: An ivory brushrest was in a fine look.
Depicting the mountain view and a monk-like figure which were in characteristic simple form of early Qing periods, the ivory piece was well rendered by affluent carving skills.
The enduring old and warm patina was preserved on the surface when darken adhesives were kept in the crevices due to age.
It was kept in a perfect condition and was fitted with a later made wood stand.

Date: Late Ming to Early Qing periods, 16th/17th ce...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Sculpture : Pre 1837 VR item #1350172 (stock #1-1006)
Statue of Buddha Amithaba, in monk's robes, sitting on an elaborate lotus throne, his hands in meditation posture ("abhaya mudra"). Gilt bronze. China, Qing Dynasty, early 19th century. Height: 24.5 cm. Old accident (restored) on the left side of the top of the head, otherwise very good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Scholar Art : Pre 1837 VR item #931673 (stock #JHzitanShe)
Never before offered anywhere, is this extremely rare zitan treasure shelf. These were a favorite of any good scholar who would place his small objects of miniature toggles, snuff bottles, jades, etc. The design is simple, streamlined and clean; which is a feature of the late 18th to early 19th. Often zitan lacked excessive carving, due its natural beauty which never required a coat of lacquer. The wood is in excellent condition and has a very natural dark patina that only comes with time...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Snuff Bottles : Pre 1837 VR item #985741
A finely decorated snuffbottle with a scene of figures in an interior. Decorated in underglaze blue and red. It has a Yongzheng mark. Considering the quality of the painting and the heavy wear to the glaze, to my opinion it is of the period. Any comments and ideas are very welcome. H. 8,5 cm. Condition: excellent, with heavy age wear to the glaze.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre 1837 VR item #24757 (stock #2004)
Late 18th or early 19th century Chinese gilt bronze Buddha. Seated figure with legs crossed, right arm extended, left arm bent at elbow. Good condition. H: 6 ¾ inches, W: 3 ¾ inches
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Sculpture : Pre 1837 VR item #1397993 (stock #1-1144)
Statue of Kuan Yin, the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy, In formal attire, wearing a diadem, sitting cross-legged, her hands in praying posture. Wood, with remnants of polychrome coloring. China, 19th century or earlier. Height: 22.7 cm. Abrasion due to age, otherwise good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre 1837 VR item #979477 (stock #0384)
A Chinese bronze stand for tripod censer from shipwreck.17th-18th century. 15,1cm diameter.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Wood : Pre 1837 VR item #1117135 (stock #G0501)
Two beautiful early 19th C. Chinese wooden stand, all hand carved with dragons motif on both sides, for holding plate or jade piece, in excellent condition. 1.W:24cm H:6cm,2. W:20cm H:4cm.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #923154 (stock #G0113)
A beautiful 18/19th C. Chinese blue & white porcelain jar with "Double Happiness" Chinese character motif lamp. With the orignal lid. In excellent condition, but only one lighting is working. H: 20" to top. Sold to Germany
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1204684 (stock #509)
A large, perfect potted Jar, with a very nice elaborately carved original wooden Lid and finely enamelled around the body with the 'hundred boys' playing musical instruments, performing a dragon dance, setting off fireworks, raising standards and lanterns on a large riverside terrace below trees with mountains in the distance. Jiaqing Period ( 1796 - 1820 ) H : With lid 44 cm...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #498028
This is an ANTIQUE CHINESE PORCELAIN FAMILLE ROSE BOWL from a Midwest USA Estate. Size is 8.5" in Diameter X 4.5" Height both approx. Painted with a Court Scene. Circa 1825- 1850
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1296283 (stock #0948)
Nice celadon glazed dish decorated with molded lotus flower pattern with each petal finely incised. Qianlong period. Size : 29cm diameter. Good conditions, no chipped, no hairline and free from any repair.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre 1837 VR item #1482722 (stock #1-1387)
A parcel-gilt silver cricket box and its cover. The body of the box is decorated with embossed flowers in cartouches, and its base is pierced with an intricate lattice design. The lid is also decorated with embossed concentric decorations, at the center with flowers in an octogonal frame, and around the rim with large fowers of various forms. China, early 19th cetury, maybe earlier. Diameter: 7.7 cm. Height: 4.4 cm. Very good condition. NOTE: similar boxes were sold at auction at Christie's in ...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1177471 (stock #476)
Extraordinary large, extraordinary beautiful, brilliantly enamelled - one of the most beautiful Canton rose dishes ever seen so far. Early nineteent century. Diameter : 33,7 cm. Condition : There is only some wear to the gilt rim of the plate. Further in perfect condition with a nice bell like tone when tapped.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre 1837 VR item #1206998 (stock #1-0767)
Ancient censer, of circular shape, resting on three feet, decorated on all sides with dragons in relief "chasing the pearl" and, on two sides, with dragon heads. Bronze, fine green patina. Reign mark beneath, probably apocryphal (Ming Dynasty, Xuande reign). China, early 19th century. Height: 3 1/4" (8,5 cm). Diameter: 5 4/8" (14,5 cm). Very good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #910732 (stock #0297)
Rare Purple glaze bowl.Qing dynasty (possible kangxi period).Bowl has two hairlines,no chip and free from any restorations.Size:17,7cm diameter,6cm high.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1284045 (stock #1068)
An eight-sided vase very finely decorated with famille rose / fencai enamels. This item was made in China, during the reign of the Jiaqing emperor (1795-1820). Condition - excellent - no damages and no restoration. 31.4cm (12.3inches) high. 19世纪早期 精美的粉彩八方双耳人物瓶 约1795-1820 一件精美的粉彩八方大瓶。作&#...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pottery : Pre 1837 VR item #1250497 (stock #G0706)
An early Qing dynasty Chinese Yixing teapot, decorated with hand painted enameled dragon in good condition (with normal wear).Signed. W:20cm H:14cm
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1001914 (stock #505)
A rare and very finely decorated "ogee" shaped bowl painted on the outside with five blue five clawed dragons amongst flames, against yellow ground, each grasping a flaming pearl. On the base is the six character iron red seal mark of the Jiaqing emperor and this item was made during his reign (1796-1820). Condition - a barely visible 9.5cm section has been cleanly broken from the rim and has been re-glued (please see enlargements 6 & 7) and there is light wear to the base of the turquoise inter...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Snuff Bottles : Pre 1837 VR item #1194827 (stock #1-0727)
Very old agate snuff bottle with of beige color with nice white inclusions in some areas. Silvered bronze stopper with large turquoise inlay, copper spoon. China, early 19th century, maybe earlier. Height (without stopper): 2 6/16" (5,8 cm). Very good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre 1837 VR item #1404582 (stock #1212)
Chinese 18th Century bronze censer with Xuande mark. 13,5 cm mouth diameter. 18,5 cm wide from ear to ear. 8,3 cm high. Censer in good condition except mouth has smooth dent maybe. but maybe from original cast because no dent at the body.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1065720 (stock #0586)
Qing dynasty blue and white export Dish/plate. 28,5cm X 20,5cm. good conditions with just glaze fretting at the rim.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pre 1837 VR item #1106800 (stock #G0470)
A pair of very old could be 18th C. Asian bronze monks (Budhha) in excellent condition. H:5-1/8"
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #24756 (stock #2003)
This late 18th century or early 19th century Chinese porcelain plate is 6 3/4 inches in diameter. It has turquoise background with legendary animals in garden design. There is Jia Qing (1796-1820) mark on the back. It is in great condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Trade Arts : Pre 1837 VR item #963590 (stock #G0184)
A beautiful mid 19th C. Chinese export fan. The fan ribs made of real tortoise shell and with painting on paper. But it has condition problem, for people who knows how to restore it would be a great item. With wooden frame. AS IS. W:18"xH:14-1/2"
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #491432 (stock #0-007jsj)
This is a Chinese Export blue and white Canton pattern porcelain pot de creme with cover, circa 1810-1820, having an entwined-strap handle decorated with gilt on blue floral terminals. The porcelain cover has a fruit-sprig knop. Measurements: 3 1/2 in. H; Condition: Condition: rim chips, hairline cracks, wear to gilt.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Enamel : Pre 1837 VR item #1484849
A Chinese cloisonne enamel dish, Qianlong/Jiaqing, c. 1780-1820, 21cms diam. Good condition. From the collection of David and Sarah Battie. Mr Battie is a former director of Sotheby's London.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Stoneware : Pre 1837 VR item #1402090 (stock #BZ04K027)
An elegant Chinese Qing dynasty Cizhou black glaze meiping vase. Ht. 20 cm. Condition: old chips to the foot rim, no restore as shown. Shipping from Taipei, Taiwan via EMS at actual cost. Item selling at various platform, please ask before ordering.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1201712
A Chinese polychrome fencai vase portraying a courtly scene of two women and a child set in a courtyard scene with a table and large rock formations. The view is surrounded by Chinese patterns with various auspicious objects often representing fortune or wealth. The neck of the vase contains a view of chrysanthemums and bamboo. Age 18th century. Size: height 10.5" diameter 4.25"
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre 1837 VR item #1390235 (stock #737)
A richly decorated cast Tripod Bronce Censer with Sea-animals, Dragons, Lions and Kilins. Qing Dynasty, Ming Xuande Mark to the base.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1323199 (stock #1-0941)
Porcelain cup with curved sides, with a hand painted blue decor on a white background representing a landscape showing on the left side a rocky lakeshore with two old men sitting under a gnarled tree, and the right side a fisherman rowing on a boat. Above the scenery, a four line inscription. Two character mark beneath. The rim is protected by a bronze circle, but this is not meant to hide any blemish. China, Qing Dynasty. Height: 3,3 cm. Diameter: 11,4 cm. Very good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1220687 (stock #529)
A most beautiful, perfectly potted vase with a very high quality enamelled decoration with deers and cranes. Famille Rose. Underglaze blue Jiaqing mark ( 1796 - 1820 ) and most probably of the period. H : 16,3 cm. Condition : Perfect. Provenance : Old German family collection.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Snuff Bottles : Pre 1837 VR item #1314672 (stock #123)
This is an exceptional Family Rose Enameled Porcelain Snuff Bottle of rounded rectangular form, tapering toward the base, with flared neck, decorated with a spectacular center Lotus blossom, with scrolling lotus buds and vines, set atop an aquamarine background. The underside bearing in iron red the Qianlong mark (1750 - 1850). It comes with an orange and black hardstone stopper. This superb bottle is in excellent preserved condition. *** A similar Family Rose Lotus and vines decorate...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Jewelry : Pre 1837 VR item #1471206 (stock #366)
Lot of 7 medallions in gilded copper, cut, cloisonné and enamelled with Chinese characters and lotus flowers on a background cutted of Swastika. It seems that the pattern is related to wishes for great longevity. Very rare if not unique set. What was it used for? It would seem that the lightness of the medallions as well as their beautiful quality make them suitable for wearing as jewelry, sewn on a belt, a piece of clothing or a hat trick? Diameter of the 3 large medallions 80mm and 55mm fo...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Glass : Pre 1837 VR item #1479425 (stock #1-1354)
Statue, made of glass, representing Buddha Sakyamuni_ sitting cross-legged on an elevated lotus throne, his head backed by an aureola, holding a scroll (symbolizing the Buddhist Book of The Law) in his right hand. China, early 19th century. Height: 15.2 cm. Accident at shoulder level (restored), otherwise good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Lacquer : Pre 1837 VR item #1178533 (stock #TC193)
Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Two Peaches Box and Cover. The cover carved with boys at play. The sides with a diaper ground. 18/19thC. Diameter 11.7cm. Condition: small chip 0.7cm to inner rim of base, minor chip to lotus petal held in boy's hand and to diaper ground.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1356624 (stock #1140)
Nice small cup or bowl, Qing dynasty. Good conditions. 7 cm diameter, 3,7 cm high.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1837 VR item #1171120
Up for sale is an antique Tibetan monastic dance robe consists of several type of silk satin brocaded with multicolored silks and gold wrapped threads, made put of Chinese silks dating from early to late Qing dynasty. This kind of robe was worn by monks at specific monastic festivals togehter with elarate boots and large face mask; it is lined with light blue cotton lining. overall the robe in good condition, stains and discoloration around the shoulders, shattering to collar, armpit areas an...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre 1837 VR item #1405506 (stock #1214)
Chinese Qing dynasty bronze censer with stand. 10 cm mouth rim diameter. 15,5 cm wide from ear to ear. 6,8 cm high. censer has been drilled at the base (please see on the pictures). other wise in good conditions. 1377 gram weight.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Paintings : Pre 1837 VR item #1221939
A Chinese literati themed landscape fan painting with a signature reading the name of Li Ching-yi. The soft pastel colors and brush strokes of the landscape evoke the preferences of the literati scholar tradition. Age: Qing Dynasty 18th/19th century. Size: Length: 19.75" Width: 12.6"
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Enamel : Pre 1837 VR item #1478199
A Chinese cloisonne enamel cup-stand with unusual leafy mask decoration. Qianlong/Jiaqing, 1780-1820. 13.25 cms diam. Good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #319415 (stock #5030)
This molded Chinese Qing Dynasty Jia Qing Period (1796~1820) export blue and white vase is 7 1/8” high, 3 ½” on the widest part and 2 ½” thick. It depicts an open mouthed dragon fish jumping out of the water. According to Chinese legend, if a fish (carp) can jump over the “Dragon Gate” in the Yellow River, it will turn into a dragon. The story has been used to encourage youngsters to reach their goals. Aside from a small gold lacquer repair (Japanese style) on the dragon horn, it...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Hardstones : Pre 1837 VR item #1127146 (stock #G0529)
A beautiful old Chinese nephrite jade boy figure with China government export red seal. It purchased in China 80s from friendship store. H:5cm
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1178579 (stock #483)
A small and lovely water basin wit a rare Ru-type glaze ( Ru-ware, Ruyao ) following the glaze of the extremely rare Ru pieces of the Song Dynasty.. The base of the basin with 3 spur-marks and a underglaze blue four character Daoguang mark and of the period ( 1821 – 1850 ). Diameter : 7,7 cm. H : 1,8 cm. Condition : Perfect.