This antique Chinese hat would have been worn by a child and probably made and embroidered by a grandparent. This hat is old and has unusual silver ornaments in the front. Condition is pristine with the exception that the large round silver ornament decoration is missing 2 small prongs, and the silk ribbon bordering the extension of the wind cover for protecting the back of the childs neck also has some deterioration areas.
Two very bright famille jaune (yellow background) ginger jars. These stunning early 20th (C 1910-20) are in excellent condition and very rare to find in this palette, let alone an undamaged pair with lids. Very richly enameled. Condition is excellent without chips, hairlines, etc. Size: 9" high and 8.75 across at the widest.
Beautiful rosewood chatansu, Chinese made for japanese market. Taisho period. With inset panels on cabinet and drawers. Graceful curve on side with five tiers of shelving. Mortise and Tenon joinery for framework. Measures 24.75" wide, 10.5" deep, 30.25" high
Rare and Beautiful late Edo period (circa 1850's) small bar tansu from Tohoki area in Japan. Made of keyaki Hardwood with Stunning original glowing finish, accented by round black iron handles with locking bar. Includes hand forged iron stand that supports and floats the piece off the ground. Great original condition.
Measures 24" high x 18.5" wide x 14.5" deep.
A Northern Song Yue type celadon carved dish, decorate with carved flower motif covered with green glaze. PERIOD : Zhejiang (yue) Northern Song dynasty (960–1279 AD) MEASUREMENTS: 19.8 cm wide. CONDITION: 3 tiny frits to the rim, no chips, cracks or hairlines and free from restoration.
A beautiful late 19th or early 20th C. Chinese cloisonne horse in very good condition with some normal enamel paint lost, please see the photos. W:15" H:13" Sold (holding)
Chinese antique rock crystal snuff bottle, carved with pair of children playing on one side and twisting pine and rock on reverse. Nicely carved. Stopper made of orange agate. 19th century.
Size: 3 1/4" high.
An antique paperweight made in the late 19th century. The paperweight is made of India-bronze and is in the form of a sculpture of a sitting Indian Sikh Guru wearing traditional Sikh attire. The sculpture is mounted on a circular platform and was made separately before being fused together...
A rare Japanese Fushimi clay sculpture of a Sino-Japanese War soldier. Fushimi Clay Dolls were painted dolls made of unglazed ceramic that were sold in front of the gate to Kyoto's Fushimi Inari Shrine, starting in the 16th Century at the end of the Momoyama period. They are also called Fukakusa Dolls or Inari Dolls. A charming example of Japanese folk art of the Meiji Period. An
important find for the folk art collector. 9.25 inches, 23.5 cm.
A rare Japanese Fushimi clay sculpture of a Sino-Japanese War soldier. Fushimi Clay Dolls were painted dolls made of unglazed ceramic that were sold in front of the gate to Kyoto's Fushimi Inari Shrine, starting in the 16th Century at the end of the Momoyama period. They are also called Fukakusa Dolls or Inari Dolls. A charming example of Japanese folk art of the Meiji Period. An important find for the folk art collector. 10 inches, 25.5 cm.
Early Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Incense Burner in the form of a Dragon Fish, a mythical animal. This
is a rare subject for a Japanese incense burner. It has a wonderful
mythical character and presence. It has a beautiful camel bronze
patina. An amazing sculpture with its original black lacquered box. Height: 9 inches, 23 cm.
A wonderful Meji Period Japanese cloisonne vase with an array of flowers on a pale green ground
featuring a silverised metal basket weave. Height: 7 inches, 18 cm.
Massive Pair of Japanese Cloisonne enamel baluster vases, Meiji Period, each
decorated in brightly colored enamels with butterflies hovering above
various types of flowering chrysanthemum bushes, all silhouetted against a
mirror black ground, stylized floral bands encircling the shoulder, waisted at the
neck and above the flaring foot, and wide abstract foliate bands at the rim and
foot (slight damage to the foot)...
Edo Period Japanese Musha Ningyô (Boy's Day Doll) depicting the legendary
Toyotomi Hideyoshi seated in a court position wearing dramatic brocades and
lacquered armor, a fan in his right hand and wearing a classic Eboshi cap.
His face is finely carved with a regal expression. Height: 15 inches (38cm), width: 15 inches (38cm).
A wonderful 19th Century Boy's Day Ningyo of a boy dressed as a Samurai in full armor, featuring a dragon, sword, helmet, and bow and arrows. His wonderful face is
carved of wood and covered with many layers of Gofun (oyster sell lacquer). He is riding a battle horse in full dress, all creating a spectacular work of art. The original wood box is included. Height: 23 inches (58.5cm), width: 18 inches (46cm).
Japanese Edo Period Rare Large Pair of Girl's Day Festival Palace Guardians. They have all of their accessories and they are presented on wonderful
stands. Their faces are carved of wood with amazing features. An
extraordinary work of Ningyo Artistry. Height: 18 inches, 46 cm.
Japanese Late Edo Period Bronze and Cloisonne Phoenix Incense Burner, presented as a fantastic rendition of the subject, with gorgeous colorful inlay creating a great
work of art. Height: 10.5 inches (17cm), length: 11 inches (18cm).
Taisho Period Japanese Ceramic Rabbit Figure, with original artist signed box. A charming studio
work of art with wonderful glazes creating a striking image. 6 inches, 15cm.