Jarlet with high shoulder and a short cylindrical neck. Decorated in underglaze cobalt - blue. Porcelain body covered with a transparent glaze stopping short of the foot. Flat base unglazed.
H : 5 cm.
Jingdezhen or Fujian.
Yuan Dynasty fourteenth century.
Condition : 2 short nearly not visible hairlines. No chip and the glaze in a very nice condition.
Jar of globular form with a short cylindrical lipped neck and two horizontal lugs on the shoulder. The body is divided into four panels by vertical lines of applied studs, alternate panels being decorated in underglaze cobalt - blue with a chrysanthemum spray. Porcelain body covered with a transparent glaze stopping short of the foot. Flat base unglazed.
H : 7,7 cm.
Jingdezhen or Fujian.
Yuan Dynasty, fourteenth century.
Condition : 1 very minute chip visible on a enlargement.
( John S...
Jar of Guan form, decorated in underglaze cobalt - blue with a classic scroll and a continuous chrysanthemum scroll set between horizontal lines. Porcelain body covered with a transparent glaze. Base unglazed.
H : 5,9 cm. D : 7,3 cm.
Jingdezhen or Fujian.
Yuan Dynasty, fourteenth century.
Condition : 3 hairline cracks.
Jarlet of globular form with a short cylindrical lipped neck and two horizontal lugs on the shoulder.Decorated in underglaze cobalt - blue with a continuous chrysanthemum scroll.Porcelain body covered with a transparent glaze. Base unglazed. H : 5,7 cm. Jingdezhen or Fujian.
Yuan Dynasty fourteenth century.
Condition : Perfect
( John S. Guy - Oriental Trade Ceramics in South - East Asia, item Nr. 58 )
19th Century Edo Period Japanese Clay Mask of Tengu, the mischievous God of the Forest. A wonderful example of
Mingei used as decorative art, with an underglaze of red and white fired to give
a wonderful presence. 8.25 inches (21cm) tall) x 6.25 inches (16cm) wide. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.
Japanese Antique Bronze Rabbit Sculpture in a natural form. It has a rich dark patina, and a
wonderful alert presence. A classic Japanese image of a Rabbit, and a charming Meiji Period
Bronze. circa 1890 - 1900. 6 inches, 15 cm height.
Japanese Antique Bronze Horse in a classic galloping pose. A solid, strong image with
rich patina, finely rendered detail, naturally executed. A fine addition for
horse fanciers. Signed, circa 1920. 12 inches (30.5cm) tall x 15.75 inches (40cm) long. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.
Late Edo Period (1850 - 1868) Japanese signed Noh theater Mask of Okame, the Goddess of Mirth, a very popular image in Japanese culture. A beautiful example of the type
of mask done by a master carver, using Cypress wood (Hinoki) and many layers
of Gofun, crushed oyster shell lacquer. A very charming and well rendered image. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.
Pair of 19th Century Japanese lacquer miniature composition masks representing living ("Iki"
living figures) expressive faces, with ivory teeth, glass eyes and human
hair. They have an arresting presence and are a great study of portraiture,
representing fine Japanese craftsmanship. 5 inches (12.5cm) x 4.25 inches (11cm) wide (each). From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.
Late Meiji Period (circa 1900) Japanese Signed Okimono Sculpture of a pair of Mandarin Ducks, symbols of life long faithfulness and one of Japan's most beautiful birds. Original artist signed box is included.
Beautifully carved of Poloma wood, one of the finest woods used in Japanese
sculpture, and gorgeously painted with vivid colors. They can be exhibited in an endless variety of
positions and make a wonderful object of art. 3.5 x 8 inches, 9 x 20 cm...
Late Edo Period (1850 - 1868) Bronze Incense Burner Sculpture of a Duck, Japanese symbol of faithfulness and light. An exquisite expression of Japanese bronze craftsmanship of the finest quality. It exhibits a rich dark patina. A Japanese bronze classic. An important acquisition for a bronze collector. 13.75 inches, (35cm) tall. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.
16th Century Japanese Momoyama Period Wood Sculpture of Nyoirin Kannon, widely worshiped by those who hoped to gain riches and fulfill requests, seated on a lotus
flower on rocks. Nyoirin's pose was appealing to devotees: his relaxed pose is inviting and the hand raised against his leaning head, which signifies a meditative state, adds a human touch. The bodhisattva's pose, in fact, indicates that he is resting in his personal paradise on Mt...
Rare Japanese Heian Period, 12th Century Wood Sculpture of Kannon, the Goddess of Compassion and Mercy. Even though it is not in a complete
state, it has a wonderful, peaceful presence that is really a delight to bask in. It has a magnetic face with a serene expression. Japanese sculpture of this age is hard to find.
A fabulous work of art and a rare, magnificent sculpture. 16 inches, 40.5 cm...
This is a Crow parfleche made of raw hide, used as storage containers. c. 1890-1900, 25.25" x 11.5"
Cheyenne beaded bag with tin cone suspensions. c. 1880,
5.75" x 2.375".
c. 1920, 11.25" tall by 3.5" wide. Wood loss on one foot, one foot has been reattached, cracking to the cottonwood on the casemask and rear of the doll; otherwise in very good condition considering the age. Some paint loss.
Relics of the Nile is very pleased to present this superb rare ancient Egyptian necklace composed of New Kingdom faience tubular beads (read below for information regarding how the beads were made). The beads are multi-colored and are brilliant in every way, displaying colors of red, white, very bright blue, green, rust, and more! The thick blue and green faience was extremely popular during this period. The length of the necklace measures a very nice 17" in length...
Ca. 1700s or earlier
Hollow cast in coppery-bronze. Two similar images depict Buddha in “Earth touching” mudra. Both are heavy castings, having an even, dark brown patina and hollow interiors with old brown patina and light traces of verdigris. The backs of both pedestals are cast with a lopp just below the seated Buddha and these were used to secure these two smaller images to a larger altarpiece...