A wakizashi with silver mounts, its Shinshinto blade with horimono
encased in an elaborate wood saya realistically modeled as a dragon.
The exceptional carving accentuates the special rich, dark patina of
the wood and the personality of this fanciful creature: his gold and
amber slightly-opened mouth, each individual scale, flame and curling
tail...
19th century ivory netsuke of a seated street musician - a percussionist - restringing his hand drum and with a pair of cymbals next to him. Very unusual (probably unique) subject, wonderful facial expression, delicately carved rope in excellent condition (no losses to such a fragile structure), beautiful wear and patina, compressed dust on the surface. Signed HODO on the cymbals. Height 1 7/16 inches.
An exceptional Maya cylinder, Ca. 600 - 900 A.D.
This phenomenal Maya cylinder has three standing figures, each holding an instrument (fan or banner) that has a long billed bird perched on top that could represent the primary bird deity. Sits on three small legs. Gorgeous. 6-1/4" by 5-3/4".
Late 19th century Japanese ceramic netsuke representing a Noh theater mask of Akujo. Crisp detailing (see the indentations on his eyebrows, by the mouth and on the chin that are used on real mask for inserting hair), slight darkening of protruding parts from wear, white enamel highlights, the lower jaw is tied with a string so it can move, in excellent condition. Impressed with seal SEKISEN on the back - the artist is listed in NETSUKE MASKS by Raymond Bushell, p. 177, signature 264...
A wonderful Maya cache vessel from Guatemala, Ca. 500- 800 A.D.
Two part lidded vessel that is 12" high and is decorated with a highly detailed figure mounted on the top. The lower part consist of a two handled bowl on a flared pedestal. The bowl is studded with spikes used to depict the Ceiba tree, representing the Maya Maya axis mundi, its stable world center. The cross design cut into the pedestal was viewed as an iconic representation of the Yaxche, which traditionally is the Ceiba tree...
Late 19th century Japanese ceramic netsuke representing a Noh theater mask of Demon Hannya. Crisp detailing, slight darkening of protruding parts from wear, white enamel highlights, in excellent condition. Impressed with seal SEKISEN on the back - the artist is listed in NETSUKE MASKS by Raymond Bushell, p. 177, signature 264. Height 2 inches.
Late 19th century Japanese ceramic netsuke representing a theater mask of Hyottoko (perplexed peasant). Crisp detailing, slight darkening of protruding parts from wear, white enamel highlights, in excellent condition. Impressed with seal SEKISEN on the back - the artist is listed in NETSUKE MASKS by Raymond Bushell, p. 177, signature 264. Height 1 7/8 inches.
Nayarit west Mexico, Ca. 300 BCE – 200 CE. A Nayarit, Chinesca Type B proto-Classic figure. This seated figure done with the typical Type B heart shaped head has a great surface, painted details on her clothes. The piece is very thin and finely potted, an excellent example of this rare type. 9" H and intact and choice. A superb example!
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A beautiful late 19th C. Chinese Shiwan pottery fish wall pocket in excellent condition and signed by the master. W:25cm $450
Chinese Belt Hook Jewel Stone Mirror with 18C Jade Plaque
It is 9.6 inches (24.5cm) long by 4.3 inches (11cm) wide. The jade plaque is 3.9 inches (10cm) long by 2.4 inches (6.2cm) wide. It weighs 0.5 LB.
It is in good condition with no repairs, chips or cracks.
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19th Century Japanese Hand Carved Netsuke Gamma Sennin
It is 2.4 inches (6.1 cm) in length by 1.3 inches (3.3 cm) wide.
It is in good condition with no repairs, chips or cracks.
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A finely carved ivory netsuke of a frog on a sandal, her young
scrambling for safety upon her back. The empathic gaze from the
parent's horn-inlaid eyes and the cautious turn of her head, ensure
that the child will be safe.
Minko incised signature on nether side. This lovely netsuke is in
excellent condition with rich patina.
19th Century, Japan
Fine Rare Japanese Arita Blue & White Porcelain Bowl - 1650-1670 (with Ming Dynasty Mark)
This very rare and attractive porcelain bowl was made early in the history of the Arita kilns, c. 1650 - 1670. The makers of Arita porcelain in this early period were heavily influenced by Chinese Late Ming Dynasty & Transitional porcelain and early Arita porcelain can easily be mistaken for Chinese Ming Dynasty porcelain...
A Fine Japanese Shijo School Drawing by Dozan. Late Edo Period
10 1/2 x 9 1/4 ins. (26.7 x 23.5 cms) This superb Shijo drawing of a woman carrying a ladder and a stool on her head is sealed Dozan, a plainly very accomplished artist whose identity remains a mystery. Several drawings by the artist have come on to the market since the 1960s. At Christies London on 17th. June 1996 an album of 22 similar drawings by the artist were sold for GBP 3680...
A gorgeous Chavin bottle from Peru, ca. 1200 – 200 BC. This large tiered vessel is 12” high and is lavishly decorated. The lower portion of the chamber is covered with stippled adornos typical of the type, while the upper section is deeply incised with a mythical pattern of unknown meaning. Overall in excellent condition, with good mineral deposits, extensive trails and just minor damage.
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