Offered is an early portable Steelyard scale that is designed to weigh goods up to 30 pounds. This primitive iron scale sports hand-forging construction and measures just over 13 inches in length. The manufacturer's identifying name is almost fully readable and is stamped "?? WHITHFIELD & SONS".
The arm on one side is stamped in increments 1 through 9 (pounds) and 7-30 on the opposite side...
An Arita serving bowl, namasu, of moulded simplified lotus form partially celadon glazed with a ko sometsuke style Sansui landscape in the well of the bowl framed by enamelled Chestnut branches outlined in gilt. The reverse plain and the interior of the foot-ring clear glazed. The bowl is typical of the output of the Higuchi kiln in the Nangawara valley which specialised in combing celadon and clear glazes...
This is a Victorian Staffordshire-style spill vase, of biscuit porcelain shaded to pale green, spill vases were placed on a fireplace mantle to hold spills---the small wood or paper splinters used to obtain light from a fire; modeled as 3 knarled trees joined by leafy branches; surface cracks; 6" high.
There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
19th century Chinese cloisonne match box holder decorated on both sides with a blooming lotus flower surrounded by scrolling vines. Very nice work, good patina, in very good condition. Length 2 3/8 inches.
Chinese Blue and White Dish, Plate, Ca. 1920, 5 3/8" diameter, 1" high, with underglaze Peony flower in the center, sprigs of vine with leaves in the center of the dish and blue rim, Chinese Character on the bottom, in good condition.
Old embroidered jacket panel from the Miao/Dong ethnic group Southwest China, with abstract phoenix and floral pattern. See image for condition and size, floral scroll. Free Shipping
A Chinese gaming counter, made for the European market in the late 18th century. Mother of pearl, engraved with a star and a flower border to one side, the other with a vase motif. Round, with lobed sides, diameter "1½/ 3,4 cm. Condition: fine.
HAMPDEN 12 Size BOLD ROMAN Single Sunk Porcelain Dial. NOS Never Used. Very scarce BOLD ROMAN FIGURES. Associated with the 15j and 17j Hampden 12 size models. Uncirculated Hampden Factory stock.
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A blue transfer printed “Stone China” or ironstone dinner plate by John and William Ridgway, marked on the back with the pattern and ‘J. W. R.” 10 ¼ inches (26 cm) diameter. Gadroon edge and good clear printing in dark blue. Circa 1820.
Condition: No cracks or hairlines. Two chips to the foot ring and a minute flake to the glaze on the rim and one at the edge of the well. Very minor knife scratches.
French eggshell thin Porcelain hand painted Lady and Gentleman in Evening Dancing clothes, decorated on pure white Porcelain body Demitasse Cup & Saucer, Ca. 1920, 5 1/8" diameter and 7/8" high-saucer, 2 1/2" high and 3 1/4"wide with handle-cup, delicate twisted handle with little touch of gold, top rim have been touched up and gold rim is somewhat rubbed off in some area.
A Chinese gaming counter, made for the European market around 1800. Mother of pearl, engraved with scroll work and a star to one side, the other with butterflies. Width "2½/ 6,5 cm. Condition: fine.
Japanese cotton hanten made of indigo-dyed cotton for a child. Decorated with a paste resist design of joyful, spinning pinwheel-like motifs. A large red character on the back and four more in white on the front collar.
Age: early 20th century
Dimensions: 25" high x 38" wide
Antique silver protective amulet in the shape of a temple representing the horseman “Bhumiya Ray”, worn par Rajput, India ,Rajasthan. H : 4,5c. CE 228 (see Bibliography)
Late Meiji period (1890s 1912) Japanese buffalo horn kushi (hair comb) with carved lacquer decoration of continuous flower pattern. Very well made, wonderful work in Japanese taste, some insect damage as seen on photos. Length 3.38 inches. Part of East Coast collection of Japanese hair items.
Chinese White Jadeite Jade Bell shape Pendant or Charm, Ca. 1920, 3/4" high(20mm), 3/8" wide(10mm), in good old polished condition.
Late 19th century Japanese ojime (slide bead for tightening the cord going from netsuke to inro) in a form of a natural fruit pit skillfully carved with 2 scenes of scholars engaged in discussions among bamboo and banana plants. Very good carving in deep relief with precise undercutting, nice mellow patina, overall in excellent condition. Height 0.57 inches.
English Bone China Tea Cup and deep Saucer, with hand painted green floral design with gold trim on the rims, Ca. before 1800, maybe Coalport, 5 3/4" diameter and 1 1/4" high-saucer, 2 3/4" high and 3 1/2" wide with handle-cup, the gold rims are somewhat rubbed off, no damages.