Unusual Burmese KAMMAVACA manuscript. Complete with the 16 leaves and 2 wooden covers. This late 19th century example is lacquer ON METAL. 50x10 cm approx. weight unpacked 2.2kg. There is some loss of lacquer on corners and on one leaf.
War fan, gunbai uchiwa, made of bronze clad wood, in the shape of a butterfly. In low relief on front and back the text Hachiman Daibosatsu, surrounded by generic family crests in the shape of quinces. Hachiman is a war deity. These fans were traditionally handled by samurai commanders to direct his troops in battle. It is also a symbol of power. Japan, Meiji era, late 19th century.
H 21.5 x W 15.75 inches
Some corrosion, good condition
Antique Chinese chair for a lady, carved of hardwood with scene of geese and lotus on the back rest, beautiful lines, Republic Period (c. 1900).
Size: 36" high x 16" wide x 20 1/2" deep.
Historically, fusuma were often painted with scenes from nature such as mountains, forests, or animals. The traditional scale of the door is 5'7". The Hinoki wood panels are painted with Rimpa paint and flecks of gold, creating a mist. The floral composition is with camellia, cherry blossom, hollyhock, and chrysanthemums.
The camellia flowers symbolize young sons and daughter. Tsubaki (camellia) symbolizes the divine, faithfulness and longevity...
18th to early 19th century Japanese bronze kozuka (sword knife) handle with low relief decoration of Kanzan and Jittoku looking at an open scroll. According to a legend, Kanzan and Jittoku lived in a kitchen of a Chinese Zen Buddhist monastery and talked nonsensical language, which some took as a sign of them being enlightened. Great design, excellent detailing, wonderful faces, very pleasant feel of age. Length 3.86 inches.
Mesa Verde Large black on white with butterflies design bowl ca. 1000 ad., it is in Mint condition no restoration just has minimal paint touch up, it is approx: 5"high X 9-1/2"wide. It was acquired from the Frank Tatsch estate collection out of Silver City N.M. Excellent for any collection.
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This is a Japanese antique Edo Period of Dark indigo dye samurai kimono.It is a very nice Edo period handspun & natural indigo dye cotton with a family crest.There are no stains or damage. There is a thin cotton inside. Size::Length:135cm(53.1inch) / Cuff to cuff, across the back: 130cm (51.1inch)
Antique Japanese tall banner for Boy's Day celebration, two mon (family crests), scene depicting a noted scene from a noh play called Takasago. The two old couples represent the wish for a couple to be together till the end. The rake represents raking in fortune and the broom for sweeping away misfortune and bad energy. A crane above and an ancient turtle below, both also symbolic of longevity. The banner is painted in mineral pigments on cotton.
190" high x 26 1/2" wide.
A fine 19th century Imari white porcelain shallow bowl 8.375" in diameter, 1.25" in height.
Indian Tantric diagram. 19 th century. Colours on paper.
39x29cm. Framed. Can be viewed in central London by arrangement or deframed and sent worldwide.
19th Century Japanese Netsuke depicting a Shishi on a Stand. Wonderful detail, rich patina. Unsigned. It measures 0.54 inches (1.4cm), and 1.40 inches (3.6cm).
19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Sculpture of a Falcon with open wings landing on a rock with waves. This is an exciting work, featuring one of the most revered birds of Japan. The falcon's deep gaze pulls you in. 19h x 20.5w inches, 48h x 52w cm. Excellent Condition.
Cup with white crackled glaze, flatt and unglaze base. Size : 8 cm diameter Period : 14th century Condition : no chips, cracks, hairlines or restorations.
A fine Song dynasty qingbai vase with animal ears, rounded side wide rim and unglazed base, vase decorated with two animal form ears on each side and covered with good bluish qingbai glaze, vase found from Kediri east java.
Vase is in good condition no chip, no crack, no restoration.
Size: 11 cm height.
Rare image of a Qilin Chinese "unicorn" with stunning deep aquamarine Qingbai glaze. This is a fragment of a much larger piece, possibly a finial off a censer. H: 9.5cm/3.9in, W: 7cm/2.8in x 4.5cm/1.8in. The sculpture is in excellent condition, there is a film of hardpacked soil in the crevices which can be (see enlargements), this can be removed with a small blade with a bit of effort, soaking it in water for a week or so will help. I am leaving it on as it speaks to the age of this piece...
A matched pair of Chinese paintings of exotic fruits. Body colour on pith surface.
Mounted with gold speckled Chinese papers and framed beneath rigid plastic sheet. E ach 39x26 cm. hanging ring on reverse, ready to hang. Excellent colour, a few chips to corners and edges of sheet. Undated, estimated to be mid 19th century. Can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide.
Antique Japanese 4 panel shoji screen (sliding door panels) painted with wonderful scene of monkeys in a persimmon tree, painted in sumi ink and light colors on paper with clouds of gold leaf flecks, 4 monkeys are painted in tree, a mother monkey holds a baby and another monkey looks on at the base of the tree, a stream flows through rocks nearby, beautiful detail, Shijo School, Meiji Period.
Total size: 115" long x 68" high
Size of each separate panel: 28 3/4" wide x 68" high each.
Asian low table. Mother of pearl inlay on maroon and black laquer, brass bound edges. Very minor restauration to chipped legs. 475 mm square top, 80mm high. Undated, estimated to be late 19th century or earlier. Can be viewed in central London and collected. Buyer arranges own transport from central London.