This large and impressive pottery model of a musician was made during the Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 25 - 220) and excavated from Sichuan province. A variety of figures of this general type excavated from Sichuan province are known...
This large and impressive pottery model was made during the Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 25 - 220) and excavated from Sichuan province. It is a model of a kneeling female figure holding in one hand a knife, and in the other a fish that lays on a chopping board. It is made from a particularly red pottery that is relatively low-fired...
This fine, high quality bronze bowl and utensils were made during the Koryo Dynasty (AD 918 - 1392) but more specifically during the 13th century. The wall of the bowl is particularly thin as it was made by the spinning technique as opposed to having been cast (see below for more information). The foot of the bowl has been made separately and is joined by two rivets...
This fine pair of pottery tiles was made during the Ming Dynasty (AD 1368 - 1644). They are made of a dense grey pottery and have been painted in black pigment. Each tile features, in high relief and in good detail, a recumbent long-horned ox, or cow, looking up at the moon...
This fine pair of pottery tiles was made during the Ming Dynasty (AD 1368 - 1644). They are made of a dense grey pottery and have been painted in black pigment. Each tile features, in high relief and in great detail, a flying horse surrounded by clouds. Mounted and lit well, these tiles make superb decorative items.
The total length when both tiles are placed together is 51.5 cm (20.25 inches), height 25.5 cm 10 inches)...
This large pottery jar was made over 4,000 years ago during the Machang Phase (c. 2300 - 2000 BC) of the Majiayao culture, also known as the Gansu-Yangshao culture, from present day Gansu or Qinghai province. It is relatively highly-fired and made from a pale yellowish-brown pottery. It has an unusually small neck compared to its large body size...
This large and unusual pottery vessel in the form of a recumbent ram was made during the Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 220). It has a thick cylindrical neck on its back quite a wide opening. Possible this vessel was used as base for the pole of a banner or screen support. Traces of the original "cold painted" coloured pigments can be seen.
Length 41 cm (16 inches), height 18.5 cm (7.25 inches)...
This large pottery jar was made over 4,000 years ago during the Machang Phase (c. 2300 - 2000 BC) of the Majiayao culture, also known as the Gansu-Yangshao culture, from present day Gansu or Qinghai province. It is made from a pale yellowish-brown pottery. It is of quite an unusual form, a wide body with two sturdy loop handles, a tall narrow neck and a flared mouth...
This highly decorative set of pottery tiles was made during the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644). They are made from a dense, quiet highly-fired grey pottery and comprise three tiles, the left and right tiles being very elaborately decorated with lotus buds and blossoms in high relief, together with a central spacer tile...
This fine example of a painted pottery tripod, most likely a steamer, was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is a large example of its type, made from a fine-grained grey pottery and relatively highly-fired, having a distinct ring when tapped. The body stands on three long curved legs that have been luted to the surface...
This very rare pottery model of a pack horse, or pony, was made during the Northern Wei Dynasty (AD 386 - 534). It is made from a grey pottery that has been "cold painted" with traces of red and white pigments remaining. Note the detail of the saddle bags and pack...
This unusual model of a horse & rider was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). It is made from a creamy-white pottery that has been "cold painted" in various coloured pigments...
This attractive pottery model of a horse and rider was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). It is made from a buff-coloured pottery that has been "cold painted" in a base coat of white pigment on top of which have been applied various coloured pigments. The rider is a musician, a drummer, and is in the act of beating his drum. Interestingly in his left clasped hand can be seen the faint remains of rusted iron, the remains of a miniat...
This tall pottery figure was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It represents a male servant or attendant. It is "heavily-potted" and made from a grey pottery that has been "cold painted" in various coloured pigments, much of which still remain. There is a purpose-made hole, where the would-be hands are clasped together under the robe, where originally would have been placed possibly a banner of some so...
This very rare pottery model of a horse & rider was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). The body of the horse, complete with the rider, has been made in a two-piece mould. the join running along the horse's neck and back and the sides of the rider. Note the detail of the rider, his clothing and his hands. Note also the sturdy legs of the horse and the way the tail joins the cut-out base to give extra strengt...
This rare pottery model of a granary was made some 2,000 years ago during the Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 220). It is coated in a very attractive amber glaze that varies slightly in colour around the vessel. The unusual shoulder and top presumably represent a two-tier tiled roof. It has its original cover with moulded floral pattern and two purpose-made holes. We know from two other similar examples we have from the same excava...
Pretty one of a kind most hand sewn French silk and lace outfit of fine ecru muslin , lace and hand embroidery strips , finally touch of pink silk ribbon .
Would fit well for French or German doll about circa .... 15" ( 38 cm )... like Jumeau , Bru , Steiner and other pretty one .....
All complete with matching bonnet in generally excellent fabric condition from 1880/90 and never to find such the same outfit again.
Most hand sewn gown with inset long sleeves complet...
The blown-glass globe is in very good condition with the expected and minor, age-related scratches and imperfections of antique glass. There are no cracks, and the globe holds water just fine!
The lovely and dec...
From a private collection over 40 years comes this pretty all original antique 6 piece Bebe outfit , from a private house in south of France . All safely kept and preserved in a store box from Paris Department Store , the box is not original to the outfit but was a very long time a perfect piece to keep the beautiful clothing very well !!
Pretty antique costume would fit fine for your French or German doll about size 11 / 12 ....about 23 / 24 " ( 60 - 62 cm )
A pretty all hand se...
Marvelous one of a kind French Bebe Costume fit Jumeau , Steiner , Bru , FG , Eden Bebe or other pretty Doll about around 14" ( 35 cm )
Lovely three piece silk and woolen costume with hand made loop trim and French lace decoration.
Fine blue woolen jacket with shorter front part and longer train in back , has pretty toop trim decoration around edged , collar and sleeves.
Included a two color sleeve lose dress , has silk decoration at front and same hand made loop trim mat...
Sweet Jumeau Bebe with a gorgeous face expression , lovely blue eyes and pale bisque from best quality and excellent painting !!
Here face expression are too cute and childlike , she has her pretty original blonde mohair wig , original body and beautiful clothing ! A treasure of French Jumeau BeBe with the special ...... by doll collectors popular .... expression !!!!!!
Emile Jumeau ... circa 1885/ 88 has red stamp mark at head ; Depose Tete Jumeau SGDG 9
She i...
Jules Steiner series A Premier Bebe with lovely rounded and plump facial modeling ( called Moon Face ) of best pale pressed bisque quality and excellent painting . Closed mouth , original body and lamb fur wig , wearing original clothing attributed by " Au Nain Bleu " Paris Doll Shop !!
One of the most beautiful premier early rounded face Bebe by Steiner has pale pressed bisque socket head with pretty blue glass inset paper weight eyes, delicately painted lashes and brows and n...
Rare poupee silk parasol in pagoda design , a special lovely and super rare to find accessory for your Mademoiselle Huret ..... Rohmer or other early fashion doll in your collection !!
A rare piece which was offerd in one of the luxury doll shops in Paris at 1860/ 65th. century ....
All original antique small parasol for Poupee from France circa 1860 .... has generally excellent condition , ivory handled parasol has ribbed design at center handle og brass works . Opens i...
Lovely rare all original 5 1/2 " ( 16 cm ) all wooden Grodnertal Doll in her original condition and pretty clothing.
Very nice all wood doll with round shaped head , having one piece head and torso with original painting of facial features. Has black hair painting with curl modeling at her forehead and lovely side curl modeling and painting .
Has nice red cheeks and long neck , full dowel jointing all wood body with jointing at shoulders , elbows , hips and knees . Origin...
All original very cute and funny look 9,5 " ( 25 cm ) small Mademoiselle Bleuette by " Unis -France for SFBJ " around 1920 in all perfect condition with bisque socket head with sweet modeling , original body and clothing.
. Open mouth with shaded and accented lips with four porcelain teeth and hint of smile at her mouth .She has her original brunette mohair wig and French composition and wooden fully jointed body by SFBJ ... with original body finish
Wearing all original cut...
This lovely all original antique French doll gown from early 19th. century is complete hand sewn and fully ornate with hand decoration soutach loop trim and has a lovely color touch of light pink silk ribbon with front bow .
The gown features a fitted bodice centered by tiny buttons which fall down in the skirt. Has square neckline and short sleeves all fine hand ornate with soutach loop trim .
Backside has button as well with hand made button loops to close. Beautiful cartridge...
Sweet small size original condition 11 " ( 36 cm ) mystery French Bebe with cute childlike shy expression , original wig , body and beautiful antique clothing all complete in generally excellent condition .... fee of damage , chip , hairline or repair !
This lovely little girl has pale bisque socket head with lovely quality of bisque and painting. She has brown inset glass eyes with painted long lashes and brush - stroked feathered bows . Close mouth with heart-shaped modeled ...
Very beautiful presentation box with lovely litho picture filled inside with fine patterned muslin cap .....round back muslin bonnet is fine hand decorate with small rows of ruffled lace and small pale blue silk ribbon .
A row of box pleats lace completely encircles the edge of the cap and is finally ornate with lot of light blue silk loop at front and all around edged . The narrow ribbon loops ornate a lovely blue silk ribbon bow and small flowers bouquet at front . Cream ...
Marvelous French most hand sewn two piece Bebe costume with lovely hoody jacket ,has elegant style and fully fine details with " Que de Paris" longer train at back at the dress . Fit perfect for your around 21" /22" ( 53 - 55 cm ) French or German doll ...... for Jumeau - Bru - Steiner - Gaultier or other pretty doll !!
It is a wonderful outfit which you would never find again , of fine ecru silk satin and Jumeau red color fully hand embroidered soft woolen hoody jacket .
The d...
All perfect French Block-Letter Bebe by Gaultier ... France circa 1882 .... in lovely cabinet size about 17 " ( 44 cm ) with fine delicate quality of pale pressed bisque and softly blushed complexion, gorgeous eyes and original condition of wig , body and lovely three piece costume.
The pretty doll has very cute facial expression of fine pressed pale bisque socket head with large blue glass paperweight inset eyes with dark eyeliner , long painted curly lashes and widely feathered...
Lovely antique French white pique dress with bonnet for a doll about 18" / 19" ( 46 - 48 cm )fit wonderful and perfect for Jumeau , Steiner , Gaultier , Eden Bebe , Bebe Schmitt , Bru or other lovely French or Germany Doll.
One of a kind costume , you will never find such the same outfit again ! Has generally excellent fabric condition from circa 1880th. century
A most beautiful one of a kind doll dress , most hand sewn and absolute wonderful hand trimmed all complete at fro...
Pretty hand sewn two piece fashion doll silk costume with large bustle skirt for your French poupee around 13"/ 14" ( 34 - 36 cm ) , from later 19th. century a nice all hand sewn outfit for your fashion doll !
Included an nice light gray V-shaped jacket with long sleeves and a pretty skirt of matching silk with soutach trim decoration . The pretty matching bustle skirt has beautiful longer train in back !Jacket front closure with hooks and eyes
A very nice two piece gow...
The French doll company by Jules Nicolas Steiner create 1858 a wonderful and rare to find bisque Bebe inspired by Japanes play dolls at this times . A special beautiful early Bebe called " Motchman Steiner " with lovely body style and fine modeled of all bisque limps and body middle part .
This so sweet 18" ( 46 cm ) premier Bebe is simply stunning with best quality of pale bisque and painting. Superb facial expression and special find modeled and painting bisque limps !!
D...
Simply stuning and very rare to find all original Presentation Trunk from one of the many Paris Luxury Doll-Stores at 19th. century , for Huret era poupee or Bebe around 1860 / 65 a special trunk for an luxury Bebe or fashion doll !
Bomb shaped trunk about 14 " x 10 " x 9" ( 36 x 26 x 23 cm ) beautiful color full trunk with printed paper decoration , paper covered wooden with slightly domed lid. In purple and red with stunning paper striped flower prints and darker purple wooden...
Very cute tiny Darling Bebe about 7"( 18 cm ) in generally all perfect original condition , has very gentle features with lovely painting and exemplary sculpting and with lovely bisque . All original tiny body and lovely antique clothing , preserved included her trousseau in nice presentation from 19th. century !!
Cute expression bisque socket head with rounded face and beautiful blue inset glass eyes , thick dark eyeliner and fine painted lashes . Brush stroked and feathered brow...