Kho Noi kiln is one of the Si Satcharanai kilns.
This kiln had been making appliances for the loyal family of Skhothai kingdom and the works are very sophisticated among the Sawanakhalok kilns.
The color of celadon is very refreshing green and comparable to Chinese one.
This piece is stored by a famous collector in Japan with wooden box.
There are some small chips at the bottom fringe. No repairs.
SIZE D:187mm H:99mm
Antique Japanese 2 Section Kiri Kasane (chest on chest) Tansu constructed entirely of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. Two full drawers on top section with 1 full drawer and a smaller drawer with hinged door hiding 2 small drawers on the bottom half. Traditionally used to store kimonos, obis, and textile accessories, its contemporary use includes a dresser drawer, linen cabinet or when separated used as side tables or bedside nightstands...
Long a symbol of longevity, good luck, and support in many parts of Asia; in Japan the turtle has the added symbolism of being one of the cardinal protectors of Heian, the ancient capital city of Kyoto. This rendition of a turtle basking on a sunny riverbank was done by one of the most renowned and loved Waka poets of the 19th century, Ōtagaki Rengetsu (1791-1875)...
From our Chinese Polychrome Collection, a fine Famille Verte porcelain dish, Kangxi Period (1662-1722), well-painted with a figural scene of three people, two of which occupy an outdoor pavilion while a third looks on from the inside. Floral sprays, butterflies, and twin-fish are represented in the cavetto, while the border is executed in classic piecrust form...
A Pair of Very Fine Korean Embroidered Official Rank Badges-19th C.
Korea, Joeson dynasty, late 19th century, mounting with brocade,
A single crane embroidered with gold thread on dark blue silk ground...
8 Pages of a Tibetan painted manuscript. 5 paintings of Demons on each page. Undated, estimated to be 17th century or earlier. Approx size 28x 12 cm. Edges damaged and some paint loss, check images closely, can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide.
Ancient egyptian fayence shabti for Prince Khaemwaset 13,7cm
Mummiform votive ushabti, faience with details in black, wearing a short wig, curls modeled into the wig, with sidelock (wick of youth) and a small goatee, adorned with a broad usekh collar, holding agricultural implements in each hand, wrist bracelets, seed sack on back, and a column of hieroglyphic inscriptions on front naming “Khaemwaset” as the owner, using the hallowed Khamuas formula...
This is a Bakumatsu item.
This hemp Tsutsugaki Noren was used by merchants who handled horses, which was an important means of transportation from the end of the Edo period to the Meiji period. This Noren was used in front of the eaves, so it has some discoloration and light stains, but it has been carefully stored. The items are very rare and very valuable. The letters of "Otsu Higashimachi" are the letters of a spell to ward off horse plagues...
Qing dynasty 18 - 19th century Chinese bronze censer, good condition please see picture for detail, size: 12 cm diameter.
A bronze crane in dark almond colored patina of superb craftsmanship dating from the late 19th to early 20th century (Meiji period). It is quite large at 48.5 cm tall (19 inches) and is in excellent condition.
A Very Fine Big/Old Pine Tree by 소림 (小琳) 조석진 (趙錫晋) (1843년~1897)-19th C.: Korea, Joseon dynasty.
A large single old pine stem and branched painted in ink and color, on silk, described, signed and two seals “小琳, 趙錫晋.
This painting dedicated to Mr. Reid for his birthday gift, 1952.
It is in very good condition but has some wears and a crease,
it measures 37cm x 130cm painting only, or 48.5cm x 188cm overall.
A rare Chinese Northern Song dynasty Yaozhou brown glaze washer with beautiful glaze effects and classic foot rim. Dia. 11.2cm. Condition: perfect with a few tiny firing frits, no chip, no restore, in good condition as shown. Shipping from Taipei, Taiwan via EMS at actual cost. Item selling at various platforms, please ask before ordering.
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...
A Chinese parcel gilt bronze incense-burner and cover modelled as an immortal on a mule, late Ming dynasty. 23 cms.
Chinese Qing dynasty Bronze censer with xuande mark. 19,5 cm wide, 15 cm mouth diameter. 1,2 Kg weight. Censer has single dent (Please see on the photos).
Chinese Song dynasty longquan celadon washer bowl. 12,7 cm diameter. Crackled glaze. Good condition except small chipped at the foot rim. (please see on the pictures).
A Rare/Fine Paper Marche 3 Stacking Sewing (Stationery) Boxes:
Korea, Choson period, 19th Century,
These sewing boxes for Choson period’s women are formed with an all paper marche painted
in colorful geometric design and applied cut-paper design was another characteristic Choson
period’s decorative technique. It has papers with predominant bright red, yellow, green
and purple color...
Antique Japanese small, single section Mizuya (kitchen tansu). Hinoki (Japanese Cypress) wood frame with Sugi (Cryptomeria) wood sides and interior. Sliding panels and drawer fronts are made of Keyaki (Zelkova) wood with lovely, dramatic grain. A drop-in panel and hand-pulls on the sliders are made of Bamboo, showcasing fine details...