Henuttawy A – Hnwt-tAwy A Worker 1

Duat Hathor and Mistress of the Two Lands (Queen)

Deir el-Bahri - Cache I - Royal Cache DB320

Also known as Henouttawy, Honittaoui

It is assumed that Henuttawy is a daughter of Ramses XI, the last king of the 20th dynasty. She becomes Pinedjem I’s first wife, has many titles and plays an important role at court...

Interesting early seal of a very rarely encounted shape, worn handle, 5th.-4th. mill. BC.

Size: 26 x 17 mm.

This seal comes with hard impression and original ID-card from below collection, see pictures.

Provenance: Gustav Oberländer (1926-2012), Oberländer aquired his massive and important collection between 1985 - 2000s, bought at reputable dealers and from old collections...

Interesting carved and finely polished in now glossy green stone, Amüng-Ebene at Antioch, Halaf period, probably 3rd.-2nd. milleium BC, perhaps later!

The base engraved with an animal.

Size: 22 mm. tall and 17 mm...

Laos bamboo basket.

Age: Laos, 20th Century
Size: Height 23 C.M. / Width 26.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.

Interesting substantial seal in grey stone with a long round bar handle on top of a rectangular base, Amüng-Ebene at Antioch, Halaf period, probably as early as 6th. millenium BC.

The base engraved with a gritt.

Size: 31 mm. long and 17 mm. wide, 14 cm...

Interesting spindle whorl, decorated with bulls eye symbols, Mesopotamia, 2nd.-1st. mill. BC.

Size: 25 mm. in diameter and 10 mm. high.

Condition: F-VF, old wear to edges. Patinated.

This item comes with the original ID-card from below collection, see pictures.

Provenance: Gustav Oberländer (1926-2012), Oberländer aquired his massive and important collection between 1985 - 2000s, bought at reputable dealers and from old collections...

A scarcer type of Western Mesopotamian seal with animals of a sort of rounded gable form or a semi-circular form of the seal itself, unlike the Anatolian forms. The seal dates to the Ubaid period of the 4th...

Finely carved stone stamp seal in a dark greenish stone, Western Mesopotamian / Eastern Anatolia border type, Late Ubaid-Uruk period, c. 4th.-3rd. mill. BC.

Typical design of the period wuth a round seal, with the cruciform engraving around a central globe.

Size: 21 mm...

A very rare and interesting stamp seal of the 2nd. mill. BC, carved in dark green stone in Anatolia during the Hittite period of dominance.

As typical for the Anatolian culture and glyphtic art, the seal depicting a hunting scene, but in this case a very unusual one. We see a winged Centaur with horse body and the forepart of a human, attacked by numerous spears and arrows, one is burried in his chest...

Interesting stone stamp seal of pyramidal shape, Western Mesopotamia, probably Late Halaf or early Ubaid period, c. 6th.- 5th. mill. BC.

The shape of the seal has been recorded many times in buriel finds of the 6th. mill. in Western Mesopotamia and the base is carved with a typical halaf grit-pattern. So we will date it a bit earlier than than the collector, Mr. Oberlánder did. Interesting seal...

A lacquered writing box in the shape of a kimono sleeve (sode) covered in soaring silver and gold geese among autumn reeds and Togidashi clouds with a secondary (inner) sleeve shape covered in Karakusa vine tendrils on black enclosed in an age darkened kiri wood box. The inside is covered entirely in nashiji gold powder, and contains a grinding stone, and a water dropper of copper inset into the tray. Also enclosed are a bamboo brush and gilded ink stick decorated with a squirrel on a grapevin...

Antique Chinese 8 panel coromandel screen with a carved lacquer palace scene of noble figures on one side, pine trees and animals on the other. An inscription states that the screen was carved in the eleventh month of the thirty-second year of Kangxi. There is a poem that talks about the proud and powerful pine tree reaching for the sky and an approaching storm. The inscription also mentions a congratulations to Guo Zanzhang, a candidate for the the title of Dengshilang. Artist mentioned: Homgd...

18th century Indian bronze candle holder in a shape of a beast with a single horn on its head, could be a lion with mane (and possible vehicle of Durga) or some sort of other mythical creature. Beautiful casting and detailing - see its expressive face with tongue sticking out, tufts of fur on its feet and foliage supporting candle receptacle. Excellent red patina, wonderful feel of age. Height 3.5 inches.

19th century Indian bronze votive sculpture of standing Garuda holding his hands in front of him in praying attitude (anjali mudra indicating total devotion). Cast in the state of Karnataka. Garuda, being the mount of Vishnu, is regarded as representing essential qualities of the deity in animal form, and was worshipped as deity itself. He is present in both Hindu and Buddhist tradition, and usually has a body of a human, with a beak of a crow and wings. Very good casting, wonderful dark patina,...

17th / early 18th century small votive Indian bronze sculpture of Vishnu sitting on high base with one foot pendant and holding Lakshmi on his left knee, protected by Naga (cobra) with spread hood over his head. Usual name for this grouping is Lakshmi-Narayana. His hand is in abhaya (no fear) mudra, while Lakshmi is holding lotus flower in her hand. Beautiful casting and detailing, great patina with subtle green encrustation on the surface, wonderfully worn attesting to its great age. Height 2.3...

18th century small votive Indian bronze sculpture depicting the mother goddess Durga riding a lion - her vehicle. Durga is the most powerful female deity in the Hindu pantheon. Great bronze with powerful casting and detailing, beautiful patina and wear, strong feel of age, old loss to an object in her right upper hand, crevices with accumulation of sandalwood paste used during worship. Height 2.69 inches.

19th century Indian bronze votive sculpture of standing Garuda holding his hands in front of him with palms up. Cast in the state of Karnataka. Garuda, being the mount of Vishnu, is regarded as representing essential qualities of the deity in animal form, and was worshipped as deity itself. He is present in both Hindu and Buddhist tradition, and usually has a body of a human, with a beak of a crow and wings. Very nice casting, his left wing was originally cast bent towards the front, does not ta...

Unusual 17th / early 18th century small votive Indian bronze sculpture of a standing female attendant of a deity, her hands in front of her, and must have contained an object (missing). Beautiful casting and detailing, great patina with subtle green encrustation on the surface, wonderfully worn attesting to its great age. Height 2.3 inches.

17th / early 18th century votive Indian bronze sculpture depicting Sri Devi - a form of Lakshmi, the consort of Lord Vishnu. Very elegant casting, great patina with subtle green encrustation on the surface, wonderfully worn attesting to its great age. Height 2.3 inches.

18th century Indian bronze votive sculpture of Shiva shrine with lingam, Naga (cobra) with protectively open hood, Nandi bull (the vehicle of Shiva, or sometimes considered to be a form of Shiva himself), pile of offerings and couple of plates. Very nice casting, beautiful patina and wear, very good devotional object. Length 3.14 inches.

19th century Indian bronze cast in the state of Orissa. Depicts Lakshmi wearing loincloth and jewelry standing on a lotus base and holding an oil receptacle (was cast separately and now not present) in front of her, and a handle at the back. Good casting, pleasant patina, nice feel of age to the piece. Height 6 5/8 inches.

Polychrome ivory okimono depicting the study of a peeled banana, finely carved in real and natural details. Period: Meiji – Taisho, early 20th century. Dimensions: 10 x 3.5 x 2 cm. Conservation status: Excellent condition

Vase in metal and cloisonné enamel with a yellow monochrome background, decorated with three flying butterflies with the Ando Company brand. Period: Taisho 1920 ca. Dimensions: 21 x 10 cm. Conservation status: Excellent condition

Bright Byobu 屏風, folding screen, with six wooden panels covered with hand-painted paper with gold dust applications. The decoration is made with gold dust applied to create a nuanced effect creating a diffused brightness that captures the essence of natural light. The panels are framed with a red lacquer frame. Period: Meiji end of 19th century. Dimensions: 174.5 x 365 x 2 cm. Conservation status: Excellent condition. There are slight defects on the lacquer frame and stains an...

Two-panel screen depicting a scene capturing a tiger under a Japanese Matsu pine with gold leaf frame. On one of the panels, a tiger is depicted with a concentrated expression. Above the tiger stands a Japanese Matsu pine plant, symbolizing longevity, stability and resilience. F signed Hanae 華江 with Naonobu seal なおのぶ. Period: Edo late 18th early 19th century. Dimensions: 172 x 186 x 2 cm. Conservation status: Excellent condition. There is slight wear to the paper betwe...

Rare Burmese wood carving panel with a set of Buddhas.

Age: Burma, Shan Period, 16th Century
Size of panel only: Height 83.3 C.M. / Width 43 C.M. / Depth 11 C.M.
Height including stand: 92 C.M.
Condition: Some expected degradation due to its age including old wears. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.

Japanese Edo period woodblock print by Toyohara Kunichika (1835-1900) depicting a street scene in the Yoshiwara at dawn with two cats playing at the lower right. The print is the right panel of a triptych titled "That Romantic Figure (referring to Prince Genji) in the Licensed Quarter at Dawn" (aka "A Related Dawn at the Pleasure Quarter") published by Hiranoya Shinzo in 1863. The print is signed at the lower right "Itto Kunichika ga" and bears the Hori Ota Tashichi carver's seal. Included is...

Chinese late Tang dynasty to Five Dynasties period stoneware ewer with high shoulder tapering down to a slightly flared foot and flat base, the short neck ending in a slightly wider rolled mouth. A double-strand handle connects to the neck and shoulder, and a short straight spout is opposite the handle. The ewer is covered overall in a thin, splotchy golden glaze with olive green touches that drips down and ends well above the unglazed base. 7 1/8" high. The form is consistent with ewers dat...

Boxwood netsuke depicting the smiling Okame mask. Shuzan signature engraved on the bridge on the back. Period: Edo 19th century Dimensions: 6.5 x 4.5 x 2.5 cm. Conservation status: Excellent condition. There is a small chip on the right eye.

Ivory netsuke depicting Chokaro clinging to the pumpkin from which the head of a horse emerges. The subject represents the miniature horse of Chōkarō 張果老. It refers to the legend of Chōkarō Sennin, an immortal being who owns a horse that he can summon as if by magic from a pumpkin if necessary. In Japanese there is a saying “hyōtan kara koma”, “horse appearing from a pumpkin”. This expression reminds us that something completely unexpected and unforeseen can happen in life....

Boxwood netsuke with three opposing Noh theater masks, including Okame, Usofuchi and an Oni. Period: Edo 19th century Dimensions: 3.7 x 3.7 x 2.4 cm. Conservation status: Excellent condition

Boxwood okimono with a light patina depicting two walking Oni, represented with notable artistic mastery. The taller of the two oni holds a jar and a large sack. The younger of the two holds a wooden bucket on his shoulder, connected to a sack, while exchanging an envelope, presumably containing money, with his companion. His eyes are dark horn. Period: Meiji 19th century Dimensions: 11.3 x 7.7 x 6.8 cm. Conservation status: Excellent condition. There are professional restorations...

Ivory okimono depicting a farmer sitting on a bamboo stick, captured in a moment of pause and serenity. The sculpture shows the farmer holding a bento box and chopsticks, ready to enjoy a meal that includes rice, edamame and bamboo. The farmer stops for a moment to look at a butterfly that has landed on a pumpkin to the bottom right of him. Signed. Period: Meiji end of 19th century. Dimensions: 31 x 24 x 16 cm. Ivory dimensions: 22 x 24 x 15 cm. Conservation status: Excellent c...

Satsuma ceramic vase finely painted and glazed with great attention to detail. The surface of the vase is divided into two main reserves, each of which features elaborate scenes and decorations. The upper preserve is adorned with intricate floral patterns and birds in flight, painted with a polychrome palette that captures the beauty of nature. In the lower reserve, the vase depicts geishas dressed to the nines, with detailed kimonos displaying rich pattern and color. In the background, cher...

Ivory netsuke, depicting three wise men of good fortune, Hotei, Jurojin and Fukurokuju, on the boat of fortune, the Takarabune. The Takarabune, whose bow is shaped like a Ryu dragon, sails on the waves of the sea. The waves are carved under the base next to the himotoshi. Period: Meiji end of 19th century. Dimensions: 3.3 x 5 x 2 cm. Conservation status: Excellent condition.

Ivory netsuke depicting a carako intent on playing with a gigantic snowball. The child is portrayed with a hand over his mouth and is leaning with his elbow on the giant snowball. Himotoshi under the base. Period: Meiji end of 19th century. Dimensions: 2.5 x 4 x 2.7 cm. Conservation status: Excellent condition.