Height: 16 cm (6.5 in)
Width: 5 cm (2 in)
Depth: 5 cm (2 in)
Weight: 0.495 kg

Chinese Ming Period bronze figure; parcel gilt remnant on face; excellent patina; good condition

Beni-itajime-zome (board-clamped dyeing with safflower) han-juban (short under kimono). The body part is hand-spun cotton and the sleeves are figured silk and the wrist parts are wool muslin. In good condition but the dirty line in the neck, rips in the front sleeve and some moth holes in the wrists. Late 19th to early 20th century. 125cm x 66cm

A Chinese tea caddy made of Hainan huanghuali wood. Late 19th to early 20th century. Condition: age cracks and small chip. Please refer photos for condition details, additional photos will be provided by request. Height: 4-7/8".

Full figure watercolour painting on paper of a soldier with a rifle. Undated, watermarked paper mid 19th century or earlier. 23 x 14 cm. Good condition. Can be viewed in central London.

Chinese letter box made of huanghuali wood. Qing Dynasty, with later hardware. Condition: chips and age cracks, please refer photos for details. Additional photos will be provided per request. Dimensions: 13-5/8" X 6-3/4" X 2-5/8".

Lovely late Meiji Period C.1890 Imari hand painted ceramic vase. One side has phoenix and ikebana flowers, the other side a hawk and more flowers painted in great detail. Colors from natural pigment glazes. Great patina. Top lid has amythical shishi lion. Perfect condition. 32" tall by 13" diameter. Ask for shipping quote.

A rare WOODEN HAND CARVED BURMESE SHAN STATE BUDDHA SEATED ON AN ELEPHANT THRONE, 19th Century, Burma, with aged matt lacquer and traces of Gold. Fine Natural formed Patina. 3 Elephants carrying this fine Buddha seated in Padmasana position with right hand in earth touching Mudra...

A small box beautifully decorated with two different kind of hardwood veneer, probably zitan and huanghuali. Early 20th century. Condition: good vintage condition, there is one chip on the end the the cover. Please see photos for detail. Dimensions: 9-1/4" X 2-3/4" X 1-3/4".

Antique Japanese scroll painting from the Momoyama period, charming depiction of a woman pounding wrinkles out of clothes. With tomobako.

Momoyama period (1573-1615)

Size: (entire scroll) 49.5” H x 18” W (painting only) 16.5” H x 11.5” W

Antique Japanese 2-section todana tansu, comprised all of Keyaki (elm) wood, with stunning, bold natural burl front panels with original, warm finish. Simplistic design with minimalistic hardware. Its two lowest sets of sliding door panels hold spacious shelved storage room within, while the top holds an open space. A small lift-away panel with an eggplant shaped handle adds a subtle touch of charm.

Taisho age (1912-1925)

Size: 35" L x 18" W x 66.75" H

Description: A Ming porcelain water basin was in very good mood.
Well crackled in the glaze, this scholar item was supposedly being used for some time due to the residue of the paint.
It was heavily potted and owned a unique mood of rural scholar taste.

Date: Ming Dynasty. 16th/17th Centuries.

Japanese antique silk shibori Tie-dye & katazome nakagi beautiful kimono Meiji era(1868-1910).It has a few thin stains. However, The stain does not stand out.It is no damage.They are not disturbing, and as a whole it is in very good condition. size:Length 150cm (59.0inch) sleeve to sleeve 124cm (48.8inch)

A rare Yuan dynasty covered tall jar with ribbed motif, good condition please see picture for detail. size: 10 cm height.

Beautiful blue and white dish or bowl with mount Fuji. Meiji, c 1900. Diameter " 9¼/ 23,5 cm. Condition: glaze cracks at one o'clock (cf. pics)

Two porcelain plates, both superbly painted in the Satsuma style with brocaded borders and landscape scenes of women and children in luxurious clothing, celebrating iris and chrysanthemum respectively. Kutani, late Meiji, c 1900. Signed Kutani Eiraku (?) So. Diameter "7¼ / 18,3 cm. Condition: fine.

Finely potted porcelain dish with milky white glaze, the broad border moulded with ruyi heads. The center with fine depiction of a kirin, painted in green enamel, iron red and some gold. Please refer to: "Kakiemon Porcelain - A Handbook" by Menno Fitski, No. 126. Condition: little wear to painted area, base with a star crack, rim with a short hairline and a firing default. Dimension: diameter: 14.8 cm, 3.1 cm high.

A fantastic pair of Chosun Dynasty Korean "grand father" guardian statues from Jeju Island. Made of local volcanic stone, dating back to the 19th century. These figures were traditionally placed in pairs and, according to legend, anyone who rubbed their noses would be blessed with fertility and the birth of a son.

Early 19th Century

Size: 11" L x 8" W x 26"H

A rare neolithic jade axe from China. Age: 2,000 BC. Size: L. 12.5cm. Condition: Some chips at the cutting edge and one small chip at the rear of the underside.

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...

Antique Korean porcelain jar of round bulbous form, decorated with two large floral sprays ( Peonies ) in underglaze cobalt blue. Joeson Period nineteenth century. Diameter: 12,4 cm. H : 9,4 cm. Condition : Perfect.

Chinese Tang dynasty changsha ewer. 10 cm high. Ewer has chipped at the rim and glaze degradations because found from the river. Free from any repair.

Early 20th century large "Yun" lacquered betel box with incised design of royal scenes and dancing girls. The box is divided into four pieces. The bottom part for betel leaves and the top part for lime, areca nuts, clove and other ingredients. Size:H. 22cm Diameter: 23cm. Condition: No repairs, an old small chip on upper rim and some minor age cracks on the two bottoms.

Cup and saucer with Kutani aka-e (red) decoration of musing philosophers or poets, the back of the saucer with orchids. Late Edo or Meiji, c 1900. Signed Kutani. Diameter or saucer "4 ¾ / 12 cm, height of cup "2¼/ 5,8 cm. Condition: wear to the decoration, esp. to the saucer (cf. pics).

Three thin and lovely cups and saucers with underglaze blue reserves of landscapes, birds and couples against an iron-red and gilt background. All parts marked Mikawachi where most Hirado porcelain of the period was made. An extra saucer to go with the rest, without cost. Height of cups "2¼/ 5,8 cm, diameter of saucers "4/ 10 cm. Condition: fine.

Chinese Imari plate, late Kangxi to Yongzheng, early 18th century. Decoration of a fisherman and a pagoda in a mountainous seascape within diaper borders, all in underglaze blue and overglaze red and gilt. Diameter "9/ 23 cm. Condition: some roughness to the rim and small spots of wear to the well.

A superb quality very large pottery figure of a male attendant or official, dating to the earlier Ming Dynasty, 1400-1500 AD.

The figure is placed on a high hexagonal plint and wears a fine two-colour blue and turquoise glazed robe. The unglazed areas have pigmented colors in red, black and white. Finely painted facial details.

The head is attachable as often seen on the largest figures from this period.

The figure holds an umbralla under his arm...

Chinese Export Blue and White Porcelain Charger/platter, Qianlong period, 1736-1795, 12 3/4" diameter, 2" high, underglaze blue landscape design inside the fan in the center within four(4) sets of floral sprays decorated border terminated with brown rim. One(1) hairline about 2" long glaze hairline at 3 o'clock position, it is tight and not open hairline. This charger will make nice set with #1349149.

A large natural wood lacquered brush pot with a natural burl forming in the center. The base of the pot is fairly thick. Age: late Ming. Size:H.22.5cm. L.26.5cm. W.at the base. 15.5cm. Condition. Some minor old repairs. Three old clips ,two on the rim and one on the base (see photos),possibly added during construction.

Low tea bowl of irregular round shape. Raku-yaki with red glaze, decorated with black brushed-on spots and white patches, with fine crackle over all. Inside the foot a small area is left uncovered. Japan, Edo period, early 19th century.

. H 2-3/8 x W 5-1/4 inches

Minimal traces of usage, short crack

A beautiful genuine Khmer ANGKOR WAT Stone Carving/Slab depicting a dancing APSARA, a celestial Nymph, mounted on a museum quality stand. Her head is adorned with a headdress and earrings, a necklace and around her waist is a knotted skirt with sash. Decorated with vines and foliage. Origin: Angkor Wat 12-13th Century. Size: Width 16 cm. ( 6.5" inches). Weight: 1.739 kg.

A nicely designed water dropper with floral design relief on both sides. Comes with the original bronze lid. Size: L. 11cm. W. 8cm. Condition: No repairs with a nice patina.

A framed Woodblock from the Series "SANJUROKUKASEN" by TOSHIKATA MIZUNO (1866-1908), BIJINA (Oban, date 1893, MEIJI ERA)"TEAHOUSE WITH RAINHATS" depicting a young and beautiful woman of the Kan'ei Era (1624-44) wearing a red kimono and standing at the entrance of a rural teahouse/inn with 2 playing dogs in the background; from the series 36 Elegant Selections (Amigasa chaya, Kan'ei koro fujin). 3 straw hats from guests are suspended at the entrance for drying. Signed...

Japanese woodblock print of a beautifully poised geisha, holding a paintbrush in her hand. Signed and titled in right margin.

Size: 8.25" W x 12.5" H

Pair Japanese most stunning large earthenware Satsuma Vases , signed "Kinkosan" in gold, Ca...

Exceedingly rare late Meiji Period C.1900 gold and black lacquered wood buddha stand with lotus leaves and buddhist clouds in carved relief. Negoro lacquer rim in back half with some wear, but otherwise in perfect nick. 20" in diameter. Ask for shipping quote.

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty blue and white porcelain snuff bottle featuring an elaborate hunting scene which includes animals such as wild boar, birds, deer, and a rabbit. Hunters are depicted on foot and riding horseback while shooting bows and arrows. In very good antique condition, no cracks, no hairlines. There are some minor abrasions or loss of glaze at around the rim which may have happened during firing. Height about 3 inches high.

Very regal late Meji Period C.1910 bronze buddhist temple altar lantern on a black and gold lacquered wood stand with copper metal fittings. Great condition. Total height 16" by 5" wide. Ask for shipping quote.

A nice assortment of old Chinese beads. Size: See last photo.

Tularosa Black on White Duck Effigy, ca 1175 to 1300 ad., it is in intact condition with no restoration with minor paint enhancement on one side. It is a large 5"high X 5.5"long X 4.5"wide. A "Certificate Of Authenticity, Release and Disclosure" Statement will be provided. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BUYING OR MAKING A OFFER PLEASE EMAIL ME TIM JONES AT tejones0433@msn.com

A brass magic bowl of deep rounded form with everted rim and raised omphalos. Incised allover with talismanic inscriptions, the exterior with the twelve Zodiac signs in cartouches. Dated AH 1209 / AD 1794 (see picture no. 8). Condition: everted rim with a small loss, some patina. Dimension: diameter: 16.1 cm, 4.5 cm high.

A small Chinese scholar's water coupe. The body is made of burl wood and the attached base is made of rose wood. Late Qing Dynasty. The water coupe is in good antique condition. Diameter: 3-1/4"; Height: 1-5/8".

An antique Chinese ruyi scepter made of zitan wood in shape of a lotus bud and a lotus leave. Qing Dynasty. The scepter is in good antique condition. Length: 12-5/8" (The brush pot in first photo is not for sale)

A nice Nyonya bowl with butterflies and floral design. Nyonya wares are over-glaze polychrome enamelled porcelains made in Jingdezhen in the Kiangsi province of China for the Straits Chinese, or Babas, whose female counterparts are called Nyonyas, hence the term Nyonya ware. Nyonya wares were mainly reserved for festive occasions and special functions. Size: W.13cm. H. 5cm. Condition: No repairs. Some wear and ageing.

19th century miniature Hirado porcelain sculpture of a reclining karako (Chinese boy) leaning on his right elbow. Excellent crisp modeling with incised details - see his superb dreamy face, well defined hands and clothing details. Unusual feature - the unglazed flat bottom is well incised with the continuation of the design. Beautiful glaze with numerous tiny bubbles giving it depth, in excellent condition (no chips, cracks or repairs), very pleasant to the touch...

19th century miniature Hirado porcelain sculpture of a reclining karako (Chinese boy) leaning on his right elbow and holding a fan in his left hand. Excellent crisp modeling with incised details - see his superb dreamy face, well defined hand and clothing details. Unusual feature - the unglazed flat bottom is well incised with the continuation of the design...

19th century miniature Hirado porcelain sculpture of a reclining karako (Chinese boy) leaning on his right elbow. Excellent crisp modeling with incised details - see his superb dreamy face, well defined hands and clothing details. Beautiful glaze with numerous tiny bubbles giving it depth, unglazed bottom, in excellent condition (no chips, cracks or repairs), very pleasant to the touch. Typical Hirado underglaze blue and brown highlights. Length 2 3/16 inches.

19th century miniature Hirado porcelain sculpture / brushrest in a shape of a karako (Chinese boy) lying on his stomach with his head and feet raised. Excellent crisp modeling with incised details - see his superb face with inquisitive look, well defined collar and knot on the back. Excellent underglaze blue (see the perfect swirls of his hair knots), brown and black. Beautiful glaze with numerous tiny bubbles giving it depth, unglazed bottom, in excellent condition, very pleasant to the touch...

19th century miniature Hirado porcelain sculpture of a reclining karako (Chinese boy) leaning on his right elbow. Could have been used as a brushrest. Excellent crisp modeling with incised details - see his superb dreamy face, well defined hand and clothing details. Beautiful glaze with numerous tiny bubbles giving it depth, unglazed bottom, in excellent condition (no chips, cracks or repairs), very pleasant to the touch...

19th century miniature Hirado porcelain sculpture of a karako (Chinese boy) lying on his stomach, the upper part of his body raised, his gaze is part way up. Could have been used as a brushrest. Excellent crisp modeling with incised details - see his wonderful face, well defined hand and clothing details. Beautiful glaze with numerous tiny bubbles giving it depth, unglazed bottom, in excellent condition (no chips, cracks or repairs), very pleasant to the touch...

19th century miniature Hirado porcelain sculpture of a karako (Chinese boy) lying on his back, the upper part of his body raised up. Could have been used as a brushrest. Excellent crisp modeling with incised details - see his wonderful face, well defined hands and clothing details. Beautiful glaze with numerous tiny bubbles giving it depth, unglazed bottom, in excellent condition, very pleasant to the touch. Typical Hirado underglaze blue and brown highlights. Length 2 3/8 inches.

Antique wood toggle representing a traditional Chinese drum ; it is made of wood, bone and brass ; flowers and butterflies designs made of bone inlays (lacks, see pix). L, D: 3c. TCT 135 (see Bibliography)

19th century miniature Hirado porcelain sculpture of a reclining karako (Chinese boy) leaning on his right hand. Excellent crisp modeling with incised details - see his superb dreamy face, well defined hands and clothing details...

Unusual 19th century Hirado Japanese porcelain brush rest in a shape of a karako (Chinese boy) lying on his stomach with his head and feet raised, his head is moveable. Wonderful modeling with incised details, excellent face, beautiful glaze, unglazed bottom, in great condition (no chips, cracks or repairs), very pleasant to the touch. Typical Hirado underglaze blue highlights, rich cobalt firing beautiful gray/brown in saturation areas, brown glaze on his pants. Very nice object for scholar’s...

A very rare Chinese burl wood box in ruyi shape and with multiple compartments inside the box. Early 20th century. The previous owner purchased it from Hong Kong in the 1970's. Condition: small age cracks.Dimensions: 10-5/8"L X 4"W X 1-3/4"H.

Exceptional root handle bamboo flower basket from the Taisho Period C.1920 in Japan. Executed to perfection the warp and weft weaves have created an elegant presentation. In great condition. Not signed. Ask for shipping quote. 13" high and 7" wide.

This is a large and exquisite antique Japanese cloisonné-enamel and embossed-foil (ginbari) Akasuke (Pigeon Blood) footed bowl with a lid and silvered mounts. The bowl's body is covered with red ginbari featuring a bamboo pattern, while the lid is decorated with fine details of pink and white roses and green leaves on a translucent deep red ginbari ground with the same bamboo pattern.

The silvered mounts add a touch of elegance to the overall design.

The maker's mark is stamped on the...

A rare antique, Thai mother-of-pearl inlaid black lac footed cup, or pedestal bowl, Thailand, 18th or early 19th century. The cup of rounded polygonal form with thin sides rising from a decagonal splaying foot, the exterior extremely finely inlaid with various typically Thai designs and motifs in mother-of-pearl against a black lac ground. The interior is decorated with a plain cinnabar-red lacquer.

This type of footed cups usually were used to hold offering on a home Buddhist altar....

A good quality Antique, 19th century, Meiji Period, Japanese Kutani porcelain plate - dish, with a thick and heavy body, extremely well potted, and beautifully hand painted and enameled with peonies and birds. Please note that this type of Kutani porcelain with a thick body was made generally for the domestic Japanese market. MEASUREMENTS: Diameter 25 cm (9 7/8 in) Height: 4.5 cm (1 3/8 in). CONDITION: In good condition: no cracks, no chips or repairs.

This is an 18th-19th century Turkish Ottoman Islamic tinned copper ewer. The bulbous body rises from a short foot to a tapering neck. It has a hinged domed lid terminating in a foliate knop, an elegant S-shaped handle, and a curved spout.

This is a fascinating piece of Islamic artistry - Turkish Ottoman Islamic tinned copper ewer. The body of the ewer is crafted in a bulbous shape that is pleasing to the eye. The body rests upon a short foot, and this tapers into a graceful, elongated nec...

This is an exquisite and rare antique 18th-century Mughal Northern Indian Islamic cast brass lidded ewer or aftaba that is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship. The pear-shaped body of the ewer stands on four short feet, giving it a sturdy base and a regal appearance. The body is adorned with slightly raised almond-shaped medallions meticulously engraved with poppies, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to the overall design.

The body of the ewer is also incised with intricate and...