Thai Blue Celadon Vase

Popular Collectibles: Cultural: Thai Pre 2000: item #755287
40-26

Celadon ceramics, usually thought of as green, are produced in Thailand in this gorgeous shade of blue as well as in many shades of green. The term "celadon" refers to the fine crackles on the surface of ceramics rather than color, and for this vase Thai potters combined cobalt with traditional celadon firing techniques for a stunning result. A lotus leaf pattern encircles the shoulder, and a broad band of loosely sketched flowers decorates the mid-section. The base is signed by the potter. This... Click for details

Keris handle ivory Sumatra Jawa Demam c 1880

Popular Collectibles: Cultural: Thai Pre 1900: item #697537

This is a very old and beautiful Jawa Demam ( sick Javan ) style keris handle from Sumatra. It shows excellent carving and fantastic patina and wear. Could well be 50 years older than the date shown above! Please see my other listing for information on the museum shows and publication of my keris collection, and for more information on this type. 2 3/4" by 1/3/4".

Keris sword knife handle Java large fine wood c1900

Popular Collectibles: Cultural: Thai Pre 1910: item #695321

While the form of this old Javan handle is one of the most common found this variation with the "fat belly" is not. A similar handle sold for almost $3000 back in the 1990's at Christie's in Amsterdam! This piece originates from the Suryakarta court in central Java from about 1900. Made of a beautifully grained hardwood, it has darkened and has fine patina of age. The carving of the demon masks on the front is deep and fine. All in all a top example of the type in excellent condtion. Has a... Click for details

Stunning Sumatran Keris Palembang old handle

Popular Collectibles: Cultural: Thai Pre 1930: item #682408

This is one of the best examples of a Palembang keris handle that I have ever seen. I had collected keris for 20 years until I recently sold most of my collection to the Birmingham Museum of Art. The collection was shown at the Birmingham museum and the St. Petersburg Art Museum in Florida. See images below. The blade on this keris is relatively new and woderfuly 3 dimensional in the pattern ( unfortunately this effect is only visible in person ), the sheath and hilt are old circa 1900. The... Click for details

"Phra Pit Ta" Terracotta Amulet

Popular Collectibles: Cultural: Thai Pre 1930: item #680888
SBUD-004

A seated figure covering his eyes with both hands used in Tantric Buddhism believed to provide supernatural powers. This one is made of clay and has tracings of gold leaf. It is incased in a stainless steel case. Size: Outside the case. H.2.2cm. W. 2cm.

Ivory/Bone "Phra Pit Ta" Amulet

Popular Collectibles: Cultural: Thai Pre 1950: item #680625
SBUD-003

A seated figure covering his eyes with both hands used in Tantric Buddhism believed to provide supernatural powers. This one is carved in ivory or bone and incased in a waterproof plastic case. Size: Inside measurements. H. 2.5cm. W. 1.9cm.

AMULET NECKLACE

Popular Collectibles: Cultural: Thai: Jewelry Pre 1970: item #195668
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Old Thai carved clay amulet pendant, old faceted red beads, gilt Khmer silver beads and old red whitehearts. For many years, Elisabeth has collected beads from around the world and created unique designs for her clients.