Unusual early 19th century large wooden netsuke of dried fish - probably salmon. Strong early carving with exaggerated rough features, beautiful dense fruitwood with superb patina, in great condition.
Signed SHOJU TSUKURU (made by Shoju) on the back - carvers from the Shoju family are listed in NETSUKE by Neil Davey (p. 524, numbers 2451-2463). Judging by carving style the piece was probably carved by Shoju IX or Shoju X. Length 8 1/8 inches (20.6 cm).
19th century marine material netsuke of Hotei seated leaning on his bag , a boy in straw hat touching the sizeable belly of the monk. Hotei was supposedly a historical figure - a 10th century Chinese monk, who was very kind to children, and is worshipped as one of the 7 Gods of Good Fortune. Nicely carved, pleasant patina. Signed TOSHIKAZU on the bottom - the artist is listed in NETSUKE by Neil Davey (p. 543, number 3046). Length 2 inches.
Late Meiji wooden netsuke representing a theatrical mask of horned demon Namanari. The mask is mostly used in the play The Cursed Metal Head-Ring for the role of the wife who is crazed with jealosy beyond any possibility of redemption. Uncommon image, excellent mad facial expression. Cleverly carved out os soft evergreen wood in ittobori (one-cut) style characteristic of Hida school, colors and gold lacquer highlights, beautiful patina. Signed KYUNADA in ink on the back. Height 1 7/8 inches.
Beautiful Edo Period (1603-1868) Iga Tea bowl
Natural ash glazed Iga Pottery is traditionally produced in former Iga Province, the birthplace of ninja, in central Japan dating back to 7th century and it generally reflects wabi-sabi aesthetics with its unique rustic appearance.
Size
8cm high;
13cm width;
Condition
There are with few cracks. Please see the photos for reference.
Supplied with old box which says Iga Chawan
A Japanese Satsuma tea bowl with rich decoration in gold and polychrome enamels, inside with a daily life scene with numerous characters on a feast day outside a temple, with waves with floral and naturalistic motifs.
Outside with characteristic scenes of Japanese life of the Meiji period from the study to the game to the tea ceremony enclosed in a full reserve that runs all around without interruptions, and with rich decorations with gold bands with geometric motifs.
Under the base an ori...
This is a Japanese antique Boro Tattered Material a rare and hand-spun natural Shina-fu Linden fabric with dark brown. It is an rare old meiji period (1868-1911)fabric. It is a thick and rough. Shina-fu Linden is a deciduous tree native to northern temperate regions. Elm and linden cloth naturally turn darker brown as time passes, due to the tannin content in these tree fibers. There is dirt and repair marks. The rag that has been used many times and discolored is an art in itself...
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Offered is a superbly painted pair of 18th Century Japanese porcelain cups, made by one of the Arita kilns circa 1730-80.
These cups measure about 8.3 cm wide and about 5.0 cm high; they are a bit larger than teabowls of the period on average, and may have been intended for wine or saké, or for general use. I don't think they ever had saucers...
Early 19th century Japanese cloisonne kogo (covered box for incense during tea ceremony) of oval shape. Simple elegant shape with decoration of various roundels on the cover, very pleasant finish with original pitting. Rare and early piece in terms of Japanese cloisonné, from the period of transition from Chinese to Japanese style. Great humble piece in Japanese taste. Length 3 3/16 inches. Part of a small East Coast kogo collection.
16 various 19th century mother of pearl game counters also called loo chips. Different shapes, some pierced, all are hand carved on both sides, some with some with bird, some with flower designs, some with figures in various settings. Very well carved, overall in good condition. Length of the longest 2 7/16 inches.
17th Century Chinese Gilt Bronze Dragon Beast Scholar Paper Weight
It is 2 inches (5.1 cm) tall by 5 inches (12.7 cm) wide. It is 193.4 gram.
It has loss of gilding, pitting, flea bite chips at the toe and the color has been painted (as seen in the photos).
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1900's Chinese Blue & White Underglaze Copper Red Porcelain Snuff Bottle with Figures
It is 3.25 inches (8.3 cm) tall by 1.3 inches (3.3 cm) wide. It is 50.6 gram.
It has mild skip glazes at the bottom rim, dark spots, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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1900's Japanese Silk Embroidered Wall Hanging Panel
It is 76.77 inches (195 cm) long by 56.3 inches (143 cm) wide.
It has loss, pulling, and missing threads, stains, discolorations, frayed edges, and surface wears (as seen in the photos).
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18th Century Chinese Silk Embroidered Textile Kesi Round Medallion Panel with Moth
It is 12.3 inches (28.7 cm) wide.
It has loose and pulling of threads, stains, frayed silk, tears, discoloration, and surface wears (as seen in the photos).
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Antique Japanese small netsuke (inro toggle) carved in the form of a rural house under a large pine tree. The 2 story house, which is visible from three sides has multiple windows and a tiny figure standing in one. The pine tree with exaggerated branches grows on the side of the house, it's branches curving over it's roof. Carved of bone.
Age: Edo Period (1603-1867)
Dimensions: 1 1/2" high x 2" long x 1" wide
Antique Japanese hikeshi banten, fireman's coat. Made of layers of cotton fabric and stitched in the sashiko quilting technique. Fires were common in Japanese urban areas due to the dense population as well as construction material (primarily wood and paper). Fire brigades were made up of samurai class (buke hikeshi) as well as common class (machi hikeshi). Their primary goal in containing a fire was to tear down the surrounding buildings so the fire had no more fuel...
Three antique framed written fragments of different sutras from the Tripiṭaka in Chinese translation.
The one on the right is a passage from the Sutra of the Buddha Proclaiming the Names of Buddhas, probably a Chinese translation of the Bhadrakalpika Sūtra. Closest translation:
Śāriputra, passing through a hundred buddhalands, there is a world called Virtue, and there a Buddha called the Arhat of Sunlight Radiance, Samyaksaṃbuddha, is now expounding on the Dharma...
Colossal incense burner in cast bronze representing the divine carp ridden by the fisherman who spared her when she was little. To reward him, she takes him to heaven and immortality. Wooden base. Very good quality of cast bronze and carving. Bronze sculptures of this quality and size are usually made for universal exhibitions. We have not yet found any trace of this one. Despite the quality this sculpture is anonymous.
Japan late 19th century.
Height 230cm. Weight 104 kilograms.
Chinese pottery horse head with original red and some white pigments remaining.
Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C.- A.D.220
Size: Height 5.5 C.M./ Width 4.2 C.M./ Length 14.2 C.M.
Size including stand: Height 26 C.M.
Condition: Well-preserved old burial condition overall with some amount of soil adhering. 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.
Very precious Korean Celadon Bowl with foliate (petal) design, refined with finest Kintsugi gold. One of the most beautiful Korean bowls we have ever seen. It was made around 1850, which is also written as an authentification on the wooden box.
Size: 6cm height x 20cm in diameter.
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A Fine Khmer Bronze Buddha Triad.
The piece is made of 8 elements including 3 standing adorned Buddhas Figures in finely decorated niches with Apsaras, Naga finials and Floral elements.
On top of the central altar is a seated meditating Buddha on stylized lotus base and flanked with 2 adornants.
Style dating back to Khmer Bayon period And Depicting the style at its Best.
A very Fine And Rare piece, a unique opportunity.
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A Rare Arita Imari Wall pocket.
Moulded in the form of a scroll of paper tied with a ribbon.
Japan 18thC.
Height; 8" (20.2 cm).
Condition; long shallow flake to one corner.
Kiln grit to top rim
An antique Japanese Isho Biraki (Kimono chest with doors) made entirely of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. Upper section opens to 4 removable Kimono trays, 2 Obi trays and 3 small accessory drawers. The bottom section has 3 large drawers for additional spacious storage of clothes. All original hardware and constructed using straight dovetail joinery and hardened wooden nails.
Age: Taisho Period (1912-1920)
Dimensions: 37 1/4" Wide by 64 1/4" High by 17 3/4" Deep
A fine large bronze buddha, Burma or Northern Thailand, ca. 16th. century.
He helds both of his hands in a gesture of exposition or teaching (vitarkamudra) that in India is confined to the right hand. Professionally mounted on round black wooden plint.
Height: 39,5 cm. incl. the low plint and ca. 35 cm. alone.
Condition: Choice! Fine dark brown patina.
Ex. Old Private Collection
Japanese ceramic jar.
Age: Japan, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Size: Height 33.6 C.M. / Width 40 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. 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.
Qajar oval portrait of a young couple. Mid 19th century. Oil on canvas mounted on fabric on card with black mount. Image 29x24.5 cm. Areas of retouching. Can be viewed in central London by appointment.
A pair of Chinese export boat paintings, see text on flags, circa 1840's.
Gouache on paper (not rice paper). Under glass in hand painted frames with gold Chinese 'cash' decoration. Frame size 48x47 cm. For reference see catalogue from Martyn Gregory Gallery London 1986 for similar painting plate 23 and cover(shown here for reference).
Height: 22.8 cm (9.2 in)
Width: 9.2 cm (3.7 in)
Weight: 700 gm
Japanese gilt bronze vase; well modelled with an Art Nouveau style plaintain lilly (hosta) wrapped around the vase; marked on the base; good condition with some wear to the gilding
Original painting of Ukita Ikkei (1795-1859), a significant figure in the revival of yamato-e painting, a revered Japanese form of court painting.
He was also the master of waka poems and calligraphy.
Ukita Ikkei was captured and imprisoned in Ansei Purge and died shortly after he was released from prison when he was 65 years old.
The artist's signature and red stamp seal are on the lower right...
Skillfully crafted Shino ware Tea Bowl (Chawan) for tea ceremony made in 19 century by anonymous potter.
Shino ware is produced in today's Gifu prefecture since 16th century and it is distinguished by thick white glazes, red marks and the surface of small holes.
Size
Height 7.8cm
Width 11.8cm
Condition
There is an old chip of glaze on the side.
Supplied with wooden box
Chinese brown glazed pottery granary jar, with cylindrical shape, decorated with bands of incised lines, and supported by three legs in the shape of bears.
Lead glaze with copper is the main colorant used in Han period to produce brown glaze. Brownware became popular during the Eastern Han period.
Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220
Size: Height 24 C.M. / Width 18 C.M.
Condition: Well-preserved old burial condition overall...
A beautiful 19th C. Japanese pure silver Kiseru smoking pipe, in pentagon shape excellent condition, in the old days Japanese Samurai use them as a weapon. L8.25”. $285
Pair of 1900's Chinese Blue & White Porcelain Vase Elephant Ears with Deer Marked
Each is 9 inches (22.9 cm) tall by 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) wide. Total weight is 3.1 Lb.
They have skip glazes, dark spots, rubbing of paint, stains and surface and scratches. One vase has chips at the bottom (as seen in the photos).
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17th Century Chinese Kangxi Period Gilt Cobalt Blue Coral Red Glaze Porcelain Plate
It is 2.4 inches (6 cm) tall by 12.3 inches (31.2 cm) wide. It is 3.1 Lb.
It has dark spots, skip glazes, rubbing of gold and paint, uneven rim and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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A beautiful 19th C. Chinese lady’s brocade silk vest, opening frond with many monkey fist knots for closure, tend for smaller thin woman in excellent and clean condition, this is collectors dream item! H: 54cm $1200
Two small Ming jarlets. Sort of wabi-sabi, but no major damage. There are some surface glaze firing cracks and fritting on the mouth rim on the larger jar. Larger jar D: 6.7cm/2.7in and H: 5.3cm/2.1in, smaller jar D: 5.8cm/2.3in and H: 5cm/1.9in.
Chinese antique opera theatre costume in the Peking tradition. Most likely that of a Laosheng character and because of the purple color, that of a high ranking military official. Intricately embroidered with dragons and waves. Sewn with golden scales, mirror attachments and three dimensional fu-lion faces.
Age: 19th century
Dimensions: 58 1/2" high x 58" wide
Antique Japanese Buddhist Pilgrim's coat. Buddhist monks associated with the teachings of Kukai (or Kobo Daishi) would embark on a pilgrimage to visit the 88 temples on the island of Shikoku. Upon arriving to each temple, the monk would bathe before giving offerings and reciting prayers as well as receive a stamp distinctive to each temple. Normally a monk would carry around a special stamp book however it is not unusual to stamp the monk's coat as seen here. Also with extensive calligraphy and ...
An antique tall Kasane Tansu (stacking Kimono chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. All original hand forged iron and bronze hardware. Upper section features a pair of sliding doors, a lift-out door and 6 drawers of varying sizes while the bottom section has 5 large drawers, a small drawer and a hinged security door that hides two small drawers where valuables were kept hidden away. Constructed using straight dovetail joinery and hardened wooden nails.
Age: Meij...
Antique Japanese Buddhist Pilgrim's coat. Buddhist monks associated with the teachings of Kukai (or Kobo Daishi) would embark on a pilgrimage to visit the 88 temples on the island of Shikoku. Upon arriving to each temple, the monk would bathe before giving offerings and reciting prayers as well as receive a stamp distinctive to each temple. Normally a monk would carry around a special stamp book however it is not unusual to stamp the monk's coat as seen here. Also with extensive calligraphy and ...
A 19th Century Korean double Nong chest decorated with Phoenixes and dragons. Speckled with gold flecks onto dry lacquer inlaid with mother of pearl, horn and brass. The circular brass hardware is cast in the form of a shou symbology, longevity and happiness. The double doors swing out exposing the compartment's navy blue gauzy fabric. The chest has a built in stand.
Korean furniture is highly sought after and difficult to find due to its exemplary craftsmanship.
Age: Yi Dynas...
AA Large Khmer Gray Stone Celestial Dancer In Finely Decorated Niche.
Dancing Apsara Finely carved with elegant outline in an arched decorated niche.
This piece dates back to the late 15th to early 16th Century, age approx. 500 years.
Measurements: Height - 133 cm (52 1/2 In) Width - 70 cm (27 1/2 In)
In very condition for the age, no repairs.
Beautiful and regular Patina over the Gray Sandstone.
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Antique Japanese light summer kesa (Buddhist Priest's vestment). Made with a sheer layer of black silk embroidered with silver crayfish medallions and lined with white silk.
Often described as a mantel or robe, the kesa is worn draped diagonally over the left shoulder and under the right armpit. Meant as a reminder of the Buddha's own simple patched garment, kesa are formed from many fragments of cloth. Within each garment, the fragments are typically organized in a series of columns...
A Japanese boxwood netsuke of a Shinto priest wearing the geta and holding an umbrella with his right hand and the lantern with the other.
Edo period 18th century
Sizes: 7,5 x 2,5 x 2 cm.
Condition report: Good condition
Large mask representing the face of Mahakala with its typical terrifying expression, the features being carved in relief and the mouth in openwork showing teeth . At the top of the back of the head a small cylinder has been carved on a small platform. This cylinder was meant to contain a horse hair (often of white coulour), to decorate the mask. Wood, with obvious signs of great age and remains of woodworm attack (no more danger). Old accidents and old and local restorations on top of mask. Bhut...
"Khatvanga", a ritual object used during Tantric ceremonies, decorated with a crowned Citipati on its top, and incised geometric designs. Iron, with four inlaid bronze rings along the shaft. Tibet, early 20th century. Height: 23 cm. Strong oxydation, otherwise very good condition.
Japanese ceramic jar.
Age: Japan, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Size: Height 34 C.M. / Width 46.2 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. 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.
Height: 25.5 cm (10.3 in)
Width: 26.7 cm (10.8 in)
Weight: 4 kg
Fine Chinese pear-shaped vase; applied overall with a lustrous lavender-blue glaze embellished with a purple-reddish splash on the shoulder cascading down the body, the thick glaze stops just above the high foot ring to reveal the body beneath; fine crackle overall; minor scratches; email for more photographs
Antique Nepalese Hindu priest's bronze bangle bracelet. Made with intricate and highly raised Shiva symbols and animals.
Age: 19th century
Dimensions: 4" wide diameter
An antique Japanese Tansu chest called Todana made of Kiri (Paulownia) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware including the Hikute style handles with an Urushi lacquer finish. Two sliding doors open to a storage area with a removable shelf where books were stored. Five drawers below provide additional storage and function.
Age: Meiji Era (1880-1890)
Dimensions: 26 1/4" Wide by 22" High by 11" Deep
An antique Japanese Kotansu (personal storage chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware including the Warabite handles with custom added matching iron base. Features flush side handles and 5 drawers of varying sizes for organization and storage.
Age: Meiji Period (1900-1910)
Dimensions: 24" Wide by 29" High by 14 1/2" Deep
Chinese Neolithic Pottery Jar - Siwa Culture (c. 1350 BC)
This attractively-shaped pottery jar dates to the Siwa culture (c. 1350 BC), one of the later Chinese Neolithic cultures overlapping the Bronze Age. It has been fired to an attractive orange-red and has a burnished surface making it smooth to the touch and a pleasure to handle. It has a wide body with a relatively small flat base. There are two loop handles joining the shoulder to the mouth which is of the form sometimes referred to ...
A pair of Cambodia rice cutters.
Age: Cambodia, 20th Century
Size including stand: Height 68.5 - 84.3 C.M. / Width 39.5 - 43.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to their 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.
A pair of Chinese green glazed pottery jars.
Lead glaze with copper is the main colorant used in Han period to produce green glaze.
Greenware became popular during the Eastern Han period.
Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220
Size: Height 22.2 - 23 C.M. / Width 27 C.M.
Condition: Well-preserved old burial condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
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Rubbing taken from a Han Dynasty tomb vault wall depicting an elegant royal mounted entourage being greeted by courtiers. Excellent detail, horizontally mounted as a scroll with textured silk border. The calligraphy translates “Outstanding old scene” signed Zhao Jianchang. L: 197cm/76in x H: 58cm/23in, with mounting-L: 243cm/95in and W: 68cm/27in.
Han Dynasty Bronze Garlic Head Vase
It is 15.7 inches (40 cm) tall by 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) wide. It is 2172 gram.
It has rubbing of patina, rust, pitting holes, dents, oxidation, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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19th Century Chinese Crackle Green Glazed Monochrome Porcelain Vase
It is 7.8 inches (20 cm) tall by 3.9 inches (10 cm) wide. It is 1.3 Lb.
It has skip glaze, crazing , dark spots, uneven base, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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17th Century Chinese Blanc De Chine Dehua Kwan Yin Buddha with Boy & Girl
It is 5.3 inches (13.6 cm) tall by 3.1 inches (8 cm) wide. It is 0.5 Lb.
It has firing dark spots, glaze cracks, excess clay and chips at the vase and bottom (as seen in the photos).
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19th Century Chinese Ruby Red Peking Glass Snuff Bottle
It is 2 inches (5.2 cm) tall without stand by 1.4 inches (3.5 cm) wide. It is 46.3 gram.
It has surface wears (as seen in the photos).
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1900's Chinese Export Vietnamese Market Bleu de Hue Fu Dog Lion Charger Marked "锦堂发记"
It is 2 inches (5.1 cm) tall by 18.3 inches (46.6 cm) long and 12.6 inches (32 cm) wide. It is 6.1 Lb.
It has dark spots, mild skip glazes, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Chinese green glazed pottery vase.
Lead glaze with copper is the main colorant used in Han period to produce green glaze. Greenware became popular during the Eastern Han period.
Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220
Size: Height 12.2 - 14 C.M. / Width 11 - 12 C.M.
Condition: Well-preserved old burial condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us...
