Rare Chinese Song Dynasty White Ware Cup / Bowl Stand

This very rare cup or bowl stand was made during the Song Dynasty (AD 960 - 1279), most likely at the Cizhou kilns in Hebei province. It is quite "heavily-potted" and coated in a clear finely-crackled glaze over a creamy-white slip, save for the unglazed foot. There are minor chips to the glaze around the rims but no repair or restoration...

Famille verte dish decorated with a three. Period : late qing D = 23 cm Condition : PERFECT Shipping Cost : USD 50

A nicely carved natural amber pendant with one bat and leaf design. The bat represent longevity and happiness. The bat and happiness sound is in the Chinese language is similar - both pronounced Fu. Size: L. 2.4cm. Condition: No repairs, cracks or chips.

Chinese Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon Tripod Censer

This attractive and quite rare three-footed censer was made during the 14th / 15th century most likely at the Longquan kilns, Zhejiang province. The wide body stands on three short integral feet. Incised bands encircle the mouth and base. It is coated in a finely-crackled celadon glaze of good colour save for areas on the inner surface and base where the unglazed pale brown porcelaneous body is revealed.

Diameter 12 cm...

Description:
A stone turtle was in an amusing look.
By simple carving lines, the turtle was vividly depicted.
Enduring through long time of age, the decorative lines were blurred.
But the overall condition was perfect.

Date: 19th century.

Length:10.5cm

Chinese Song / Yuan Dynasty Moulded Dehua Qingbai Porcelain Box

This covered box was made during the 13th - 14th century, most likely at the Dehua kilns in Fujian province. Both upper and lower parts are decorated with moulded scrolling patterns. The inner and outer surfaces are coated in a very finely-crackled qingbai glaze that has just a hint of blue. The slightly concave base remains unglazed.

Diameter 12 cm...

Chinese Tang Dynasty Changsha Bowl from 9th Century Shipwreck (c. AD 826)

This rare decorated glazed bowl was made around AD 826, during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906) at the Changsha kilns. We can be that precise about the dating because it was excavated from the "Belitung Wreck" in 1998-99, a mile off the coast of Belitung, Indonesia...

Chinese Jin Dynasty Cizhou Meiping Vase (12th Century)

This vase of meiping form was made in the 12th century during the Jin Dynasty (AD 1115 - 1234) at one of the Cizhou kilns in the northern provinces. It is "heavily-potted", made from a cream-coloured stoneware, the upper two-thirds of the body coated in a white slip, decorated with a floral pattern in thick dark brown/black underglaze pigment, then coated in a finely-crackled transparent glaze...

Rare Chinese Western Han Dynasty Bronze Cauldron / Jar

This domestic bronze cooking vessel was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8) or possibly earlier. The bottom half is semi-spherical, designed to sit in a fire; indeed there are still remains of carbon deposits to the base. It has two handles that are of differing sizes. It is puzzling that it would have been made with different sized handles, although there is no obvious sign that either have been added later...

Rare Chinese Early Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Figure (AD 618 - 906)

This rare and interesting pottery figure was made during the early part of the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). It is made from a grey pottery that is solid (as opposed to being hollow as are the majority of Tang figures) and relatively highly-fired. It has been "cold painted" in various coloured pigments. The figure represents a soldier, or possibly a guard, who is standing to attention with his left hand held out...

Chinese Southern Song Dynasty Moulded Qingbai Porcelain Vase

This attractive pear-shaped vase was made during the Southern Song Dynasty (AD 1127 - 1279), most likely at one of the kilns in Fujian province. Interestingly it is made in several sections that have been luted together. The mid section is decorated with a scrolling lotus blossom pattern, below which is a repeating lotus leaf pattern. It is coated in a finely-crackled greenish-blue qingbai glaze that stops short of its foot...

Chinese Song / Yuan / Early Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon Dragon Jar

This "heavily-potted" small jar was made during the 13th / 14th century at the Longquan kilns, Zhejiang province. It has been made in two moulded sections, upper and lower, that were luted together prior to glazing. The upper part is decorated with a four-clawed dragon and the lower part with cloud and wave patterns...

Magnificent Japanese Red Raku (Aka-Raku) Tea Bowl made during Edo period. Raku pottery is traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremony since as early as the 16th century. Size Width 5.2in (13.2cm) Height 2.1in (5.4cm) Weight 8.82oz + Box 6.00oz (250g + 170g) Condition Overall good considering the age. There is a little dent as shown on the pictures due to making process in kiln and this is not the problem to use. Box is provided

These two snuff bottles are Peking glass, created to look like gemstone, one jade, one agate. Both measure 2 3/4" high and have stoppers, but no spoon attached. (The darker stopper may be stone, as it has considerable inclusions and is heavy). Both are well done, and give the appearance of stone. The "jade" bottle has a very soft sheen, similar to what actual jade would look like, and has a small foot. Both in good condition, the jade one with a slight chip on the lip...

Chinese Kangxi Blue & White Porcelain Dish (Kraak)

This fine dish was made around 1680 at the famous Jingdezhen kilns, during the Kangxi reign (1662 - 1722) of the Qing Dynasty. It is decorated in underglaze blue of quite an intense colour. The decoration to the centre panel features a grasshopper in a garden surrounded by flower blossoms. Surrounding this are more panels variously containing geometric, flowers and precious objects. To the underside is a continuing floral scroll and an artem...

Tall Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed & Painted Pottery Figure

This attractive pottery figure of an official was made during the Ming Dynasty (AD 1368 - 1644). It is made from a relatively highly-fired creamy-white pottery. The clothing has been coated in green and amber glazes whilst the integral base and separate head have been cold-painted in black, red and white pigments. The figure wears a flowing robe, belted at the waist, and a tall hat. In the sleeve ends there would originally have been ...

Chinese Kangxi Blue & White Porcelain Box - Eight Treasures

This fine quality blue & white porcelain covered box was made during the Kangxi reign (1662 - 1722) of the Qing Dynasty. Both cover and box are attractively decorated in underglaze blue. The cover pattern features a spray of chrysanthemum, representing friendship and a life of ease, surrounded by "eight treasures", all representing good fortune. Interestingly, the lower box shows only seven "treasures" suggesting they were not spac...

Of reddish wood with fine grain, this Maori Wahaika Patu measures 15 1/4" long and roughly 5 1/8" wide. The top has a figural face or mask carved in reticulated form, with a hole for attachment to the wrist. The club has a hooked section, used to grab the opponent's weapon and remove it. The central area contains a notched section where ribbons or feathers would have been attached for more dramatic and fierce presentation. The figure on the side always faces the back, to frighten any opponen...

Northwest Coast First Nation wood carving of a totemic image, including a wolf, seal, and shamanic figure, all painted in traditional deep colors of the tribes from this area. Carved from one piece of wood, the round bottom attached with a nail. Measures 9 3/4' high, 1 1/4" wide, and 2" deep at the top, the base is 2 1/4" in diameter. Very symetrical and intricate carving of figures, done with a very deft and experienced hand. The colors are classic, including deep red, green and black. Th...

Chinese Song Dynasty Six-Lobed Qingbai Porcelain Bowl

This unusual porcelain bowl was made during the 12th - 13th century. The inner surface is moulded into six panels. It is coated in a very finely-crackled qingbai glaze that is pale green with just a hint of blue. The rim remains unglazed as does the flat base.  

Diameter 15.75 cm. It is in very good condition with just the tiniest of chips to the upper rim edge and no repair or restoration.

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Fine Japanese 18th Century Imari Porcelain Dish 27.5cm

Dating to the 18th century, this fine dish is attractively decorated in the Imari colours, underglaze blue, red enamel and gilt. In the centre is a fenced-in tree in underglaze blue with red and gold leaves. Surrounding the central panel on top of the underglaze blue are red and gold peonies and three birds. Note also the simple yet attractive design to the underside. There are minor firing imperfections to the glaze (see photos) but not...

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Quite a rare vintage Japanese artisan's tool. Showa period, early 20th century. Simple and unique form with aesthetic texture. approx. 20 x 26cm (7.87 x 10.23in), H 13cm (5.11in)


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Wood with remains of painted geometric decorations. 16th century. H. 18 cm. Poor condition with cracks, repairs and heavy wear.

Chinese Qing dynasty blue and white porcelain dish decorated at the center with five immortals and a young boy all surrounded by a band of bats at the rim. 8 5/8” diameter x 1/2" high. 19th century or possibly earlier. Very good overall condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. There is kiln grit adhering to the center of the base and to the foot rim. From the collection of a former American expatriate to Guangzhou and Beijing from 1983-1987.

Porcelain decorated with flower on the center, a floral scroll on the outside, unglazed base. PERIOD : Middle Ming 16th Century MEASUREMENTS: 15 cm wide, 6.5 cm tall. CONDITION: tiny chip to the foot ring, no cracks, no hairlines and free from restoration

A good quality embroidered rank badge. The bird and the sun applied separately on the background. China, 2nd half 19th century. Condition: a few tears along the borders and in the rock under the bird. Size: 29x28 cm.

Song Dynasty white ware bowl with molded leaf pattern on outside. Glazed inside and out apart from rim and base. Some noticeable small chips to rim and one to base. Diameter: 4.50 inches; height: 1.75 inches.

A beautiful and rare glass stupa from the Pyu area.Most of the glass has turned into a beautiful iridescent color which gives a wonderful feeling to this piece. The stupa is unusual as it has a hollow opening in the center. Age: 100 AD. Size: H. 1.9cm. W. At the base. 1.9cm. Condition: A small piece is missing at the base and because it is iridescent at the part also it probably was made that way.

Two Edo period finely executed Japanese lacquered wood dishes, each decorated with a gold "mon" (family crest), pawlonia, and scrolling foliage set against a brown/black ground. The wood grain is clearly visible. 19th century. Each measures just under 8" diameter. Very good overall condition with only minor flaws. There is a small lacquer drip or imperfection on the back of one. Included with purchase is the original certificate of authenticity dated May 5, 1967 and provided by Z. Izuoka, ...

Rarely encountered Japanese pencil-signed limited edition sosaku hanga woodblock print by Tokuriki Tomikichiro (1902-2000) titled “Loquat Tree” dating circa 1950. The white title is set against the cobalt blue background at the upper right. The print is pencil signed "T. Tokuriki" and numbered 11/200 at the bottom. Narrow format print measuring 16” x 7” (paper); image: 15” x 4 7/8.” Very good color and overall condition with large margins. Two tiny paper hinges are at the top ba...

A Tang bronze seal with the symbol for happiness. Size: 1.8 x 1.8 cm. Condition. Nice patina. A part of the finial is missing.

Striped agate Pyu beads most likely made in India but found in Burma. These type of beads are very rare and difficult to find.Can make a nice pendant. Condition: No repairs

Excavated piece rom the Shan State. Nice green patina and excellent condition. H. 8,5 cm.

An alloy metal Buddha sitting under a bodhi tree.This is where Buddha gained his great Enlightenment by sitting in concentrated meditation beneath the bodhi tree at Bodh Gaya in Bihar,India. Can be made into an amulet. Size: H. 6.3cm. W. 3.3cm. Condition: No repairs.

Spanish colonial era Philippine Santos estimated to be from mid-19th century. Hi-resolution images on request.

A black terracotta Buddha amulet in the sitting position in-cased in a stainless steel case from Thailand. Age; Pre 1900 or earlier. Size: H. 3cm. Condition: No repairs.