1900's Chinese Gilt Coral Ground Famille Rose Porcelain Plate Marked

It is 1.9 inches (4.9 cm) tall by 9.4 inches (24 cm) wide. It weighs 1.1 lb.

It has dark spots, rubbing of gold and paint, skip glazes, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

Some of the photos were taken under the sun.

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1900's Chinese White Jade Carved Silver Filigree Snuff Bottle with Amethyst Stopper

It is 2.6 inches (6.7 cm) tall by 2 inches (5.1 cm) wide. It is 113.2 gram.

It is tarnished and has surface wears and scratches. The jade and amethyst have inclusions and surface wears (as seen in the photos).

Some of the photos were taken under the sun.

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Blue and white tea or wine cup with panels of “Lange Lijsen” (Dutch for these slim ladies) and a landscape, the inside with a diaper border. China, Kangxi, c 1700. Height "2 ¼ / 6 cm, height "1 2/3 / 4.2 cm. Condition: little rim frits and chips (cf. pics).

A genuine Angkor Khmer sandstone head mounted. Size: Height 8" x 5" (20 cm x 13 cm.) without stand. 12/13th century A.D.

A genuine Angkor-Bayon sandstone head mounted. Size: Height 8"x 5" (20 cm x 12.5 cm.). 12/13th Century A.D.

A genuine Angkor-Bayon sandstone head mounted. Size: 6"x 4" (15 cm x 10 cm.) without stand. 12/13 th Century A.D.

A beautiful and serene genuine sandstone Angkor-Bayon sandstone head. Size: Height 6" x 4" (15 cm x 10 cm.). 12/13th Century A.D.

A genuine Khmer sandstone head, Angkor- Bayon period, 12/13th Century A.D. Size: Height 6.5" x 4.5"(17 cm x 12 cm.) without stand.

A genuine Khmer sandstone head with stand, Angkor-Bayon period, 12/13th Century A.D. Size: Height 6.5" x 4.5" (17 cm.x 12. cm.)

A serene pair of 19th Century Thai Bronze Acolytes in the standing position. Good condition with nice aged patina. Size: Height 11.5" x 3.75" (29 cm.x 9.5 cm.). Price is for one (1), not the pair. Shipping extra.

A very fine and serene Thai Bronze Buddha in subduing Mara position. Good condition overall with recent Gold Leaf adorning the Buddha's head. The shape of the Buddha's base is quite rare. Size: height 9.75" x 6.5" (25 cm. x 17cm.). Shipping is extra.

Height approximately 41.5 cm. There are few soft chips at the cover. In good condition.

Height approximately 31.5 cm (including wood stand). One of the handles has cracks. In good condition.

An antique Japanese Choba Tansu (merchant chest) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Hinoki (Cypress) woods. Original wiped lacquer technique finish and hand made iron hardware. The lock knobs feature a Plum Blossom design and the design of the handles is a straight Gumbai. Sliding side by side doors open to a spacious area where once merchant books and records were stored.

A rare feature of this chest are the hidden compartments under the four bottom side by side drawers...

Lovely floral arrangement with clear rock crystal and carnelian flowers and leaves. In a low shaped marble bowl.

Age: Republic Period

Size: 10"H x 5"D

Late Meiji (1890s to 1912) Japanese boxwood seal, most probably used in a temple to stamp pilgrimage papers. The impression of the seal is shown on the first photo (image is flipped left to right to present the image as it will actually print on paper). Excellent quality crisp carving of 2 rows of differently sized characters, caked old red seal paste on the bottom. Metal stud on the side indicates the position of the top of the imprint. Beautiful patina on the surface of wood...

Late 19th century Chinese scholar jadeite seal made out of a slice of a jadeite boulder. The impression of the seal is shown on the first photo (image is flipped left to right to present the image as it will actually print on paper). Natural untreated jadeite of pleasing green color, polished sides, original skin of the boulder along the top. The bottom is carved with four sunken characters, traces of red seal paste in the grooves. Wonderful austere piece appropriate for a scholar’s desk...

Late 19th century Chinese smoky quartz (a variety of rock crystal) seal made out of a natural polished crystal in a shape of a tall and narrow mountain peak characteristic of Southern China. The impression of the seal is shown on the first photo (image is flipped left to right to present the image as it will actually print on paper)...

19th century Chinese scholar’s soapstone seal of square section carved in the round in low relief with a scene of two scholars in discussion in a boat under a pine tree by wispy vapors, a bridge, a banana tree, another scholar observing his friends and a distant view of a temple in the mountains. Inscribed with the name of the owner on the side with the temple...

Good size late 19th century Chinese glass seal made in a shape of 3/4 sphere with flat top and faceted sides, the facets producing multiple reflections of the characters of the bottom within the volume of the seal. The impression of the seal is shown on the first photo (image is flipped left to right to present the image as it will actually print on paper)...

Antique Japanese stoneware kame (wide mouthed bowl) from Shigaraki kiln. Made using the local sandy clay from the bed of Lake Biwa, Shigaraki ware is identified by the embedded granules of feldspar. Mineral and ash glaze is dribbled and spattered over the surface leaving long, uneven drips...

Antique Japanese jizai-kagi in the form of a catfish. In a Japanese home, water in a kettle or pot is heated over an irori (sunken hearth). The jizai hook hangs from a strong ceiling beam. From this, a long device is suspended with a hook on the end that can be adjusted up or down by moving the jizai-kagi. This unusual jizai-kagi is carved of kayaki (zelkova elm) wood and has patination from hearth smoke. A portion of it's original iron chain is still attached...

Charming antique Chinese pewter gourd shaped container with labels on body. Diamond etched design with floral and shou symbols on banding. Stem lid cover. Makers manufacturing mark stamped on bottom.

Age: 19th century

Size: 6"H 3.5"D

Height: 6.4 cm (2.5 in)
Width: 5 cm (2 in)
Depth: 2.4 cm (0.9 in)

Fine Chinese cloisonné snuff bottle on bronze; shows two main panels featuring dragons chasing pearls; sides and knop decorated with very fine wire scrolled lotus plants; marked on the base; good condition

Antique Japanese mokugyo, fish bell, carved of keyaki (zelkova, elm) wood with traces of red and white lacquer. This wooden temple bell was used by Buddhist priest during religious ceremonies and chants...

A peepal tree leaf finely painted in ink, colour and gold, depicting two Buddhist disciples in a landscape setting. Pasted on grey cardboard, with inscription in gold and red seal on the left side. Mounted in a lotus leaf shaped frame and base, carved from hardwood. Condition: lower left corner with a stain, some traces of usage. Dimension: total height: c. 25.8 cm, 19.3 cm wide, Bodhi leaf: c. 16 x 13 cm, weight: 352 g.

1900's Chinese Malachite Mixed Metal Silver Inlay Box with Chirography

It is 2.15 inches (5.5 cm) tall by 1.15 inches (3 cm) wide. It is 58.7 gram.

It has a hairline crack and small chips at the malachite, oxidation, tarnished, surface wears and scratches at the metal (as seen in the photos).

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19th Century Chinese Solid Silver Coral Carved Bracelet with Flower & Bird Marked "China Silver"

It is 6.6 inches (16.7 cm) in inner circumference by 1.6 inches (4 cm) wide. The coral plaques range from 25.2 mm to 26.5 mm long by 13.3 mm to 14.4 mm wide. It is 35.9 gram.

The silver is tarnished and has surface wears and scratches. The coral plaque have trace of glue at the back and inclusions (as seen in the photos).

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Small silver vase with flared and hemmed neck. A finely chiseled snake is wrapped around the neck and an enameled chrysanthemum. The lower body is enamelled in polychromy by silver wire partitions. Under a round base there is a signature in a golden cartouche of Mitsu Shige. Period: Meiji. Height: 10cm (4")

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. Signed SUKENOBU on the back bar...

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.