19th century netsuke carved as a theatrical mask of a SHOJO - mythical creatures living near the sea who are particularly fond of sake. Wonderful quality carving on ichii (Japanese yew wood) with clever use of wood texture to add to the charm of the piece, that being typical for the Hida school of netsuke carvers. Very nice tranquil face, beautiful staining and patina, old losses by its left eyebrow and on the right upper side on the back as can be seen on photos...

19th century wooden netsuke of a theatrical mask, traces of painted mustache identifies the character as Chujo. Made in saishiki technique - the wood is covered with gesso, which in turn is painted in bright colors. A lot of wear to the surface, but still has good presence. Height 1 9/16 inches.

19th century netsuke representing theatrical mask of Shojo. Shojo are mythical creatures living near the sea, and are particularly fond of sake. Made in saishiki technique - the wood is covered with gesso, which in turn is painted in bright colors. Some obvious losses to paint from wear. Great modeling, wonderful depiction of its face and hair. Inscribed or signed on the back bar, but impossible to read because of paint losses . Height 1 1/2 inches.

19th century boxwood netsuke representing a theatrical mask of Buaku type. Wonderful quality detailed carving, lighter wood (probably ichii - Japanese yew wood), excellent staining and patina. The signature on the back bar appears to read GENRYO followed by kakihan (carved monogram) of the artist. Height 1 1/4 inches.

Early 19th century decent size wooden netsuke representing a theatrical mask of horned demon Hannya. Wonderful crisp detailing, eyes are inlaid with brass giving them an eery intensity, beautiful lustrous patina from wear. Height 2 3/8 inches.

Late Meiji (1890s - 1910s) lacquered wood netsuke representing a theatrical mask of Oto (Okame) smiling widely and mockingly sticking out her tongue. Wonderful crisp detailing, beautifully painted, nice warm patina. Signed SANYU on the back. Height 1 13/16 inches.

19th century netsuke carved as a theatrical mask of Bishamon - one of the 7 Gods of Good Fortune. He is a God of riches, an equivalent of Vaishravana, and thus is the protector of the Northern direction. Wonderful face with a touch of madness, made in saishiki technique - the wood is covered with gesso, which in turn is painted in bright colors, some of them in low relief layers. Very well carved and painted, obvious losses to paint, wonderful feel of age. Height 1 9/16 inches.

Gandhara stone panel with the Buddha and an attendant in the lower frame. The partially preserved Buddha is seated on a pedestal in the dhyana mudhra gesture. He is dressed in Gandharan style and showing a wavy hairstyle topped with the raised ushnisha.
On the left a man in daring contrapposto and exaggeratedly turned upper body...

A Rare blue and white bird feeder, decorated with chrysanthemum scrolls to each side, slight darker blue tone. Yuan dynasty 13th-14th century in perfect condition, no any chip, no any crack and free from any restoration. Height: 4,8 cm. Found at South Sulawesi area.

Antique Japanese studio ware porcelain vase, carved all over with a raised design of a dragon in swirling clouds over churning waves. The clouds are covered with a glaze that gradates from a deep blue at the top to a light blue where they meet the waves. Both the dragon and the waves are kept white with a very pale light pink glaze on the dragon's flames. A band of repeating lingzhi pattern in blue underglaze encircles the rim and foot of the vase...

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...

Unusual late Qing Dynasty (1890s to 1911) Chinese glass scholar’s rock in a shape of a dramatic solitary mountain. Beautifully made, provides several views, wonderful transparent glass in excellent condition, marked on the bottom with 2 carved Chinese characters that can be translated as “WITHOUT CLOUDS”. Comes with fitted dark rosewood stand. Very attractive item for a scholar’s desk. Height with stand 3 1/2 inches.

A Ming Dynasty Circa 1368-1644 Longquan Celadon tripod censer, standing on three legs with well balance potted, lion mask attached in parallel side. Covered overall with typical Ming dynasty banana leaf green glazed. Condition is perfect, no any crack, no any chips and free from any restoration. Mouth Diameter: 11 cm and Height: 7,8 cm.

Beautiful blue colored Chinese cloisonné tripod censor decorated with motifs of lotus, clouds, scrolling vines, chrysanthemums, with a gilt bronze fu dog on the top cover, stylized cloud handles on sides, gold gilt over bronze. Old collectors mark inside lid.

Age: 18/19th century.

Size: 9.75"H 9.25"D

1900's Chinese Silver Enamel Moth Compact Box Marked

It is 2.95 inches (7.5 cm) long by 2.2 inches (5.6 cm) wide and 1.3 inches (3.3 cm) tall. It weighs 74.25 gram.

It is tarnished and has missing enamel and surface scratches (as seen in the photos).

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19th Century Chinese Zitan Wood Carved Miniature 8 Immortal God with Stand 紫檀

The figures range from 35.35 mm to 38.36 mm tall. The stand is 0.67 inch (1.7 cm) tall by 0.78 inch (2 cm) wide and 6.3 inches (16 cm) in length. Total weight is 45.5 gram.

Some of the figures has flea bite chips and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Chinese Jade Carved Plaque Gilt Bronze Box with Bird & Flower, 17th Century

It is 3.2 inches (8.2 cm) tall by 4.1 inches (10.5 cm) long by 5 inches (12.7 cm) wide. The jade plaque is 3.4 inches (8.7 cm) wide by 2.6 inches (6.7 cm) long. It is 510 g ram (1.1 lb).

It has inclusion and flea bite chips at the jade...

A Rare and fine blue and white altar vase, well balance potted elegant shape and with main decoration of peony flower scrolls to the middle of the body. Two horizontal ears to below the rim. Very good condition and fine glaze excepted the cobalt blue is slight blur, otherwise is very good condition with no any chip, no any crack and free from any restoration. Possibly Ming dynasty 16th century Zhengde period . Height: 30,5 cm