This tobacco pouch ("kochor") from Indus Kohistan is embroidered in silk thread on cotton, with extremely fine cross- tent and satin-stitch, and white glass beaded tassels to adorn the edges. The bag measures 7" x 8" with the tassels. There is a string on the side of the bag which is used to hang the purse from the water pipe ("huqqa") while it is being smoked...
An unusual and interesting polychrome enameled studio porcelain mug signed by the Japanese artist - Fukako Sei. Decoration borrows from traditional Nabeshima and Kakiemon iro-e examples with blue underglaze partial decoration filled in with red, yellow-green, turquoise and magenta enamel depicting prunus and peonies (Spring flora.) The mug with a slight taper toward the rim and a loop handle. I am, being both a coffee drinker and a ceramics collector, tempted to keep this...
Japanese Imari Imaemon XII Flower Vase Signed
It is 8.5 inches (21.5cm) tall by 6.5 inches (16.5cm) wide. It is 3.6LB.
It is in good condition with no repairs, cracks except flea bite chip at the base (as seen in the photos).
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This tradition style childs collar of the Dong minority was handmade by the mother or grandmother. The fabric was cut from fragments of handwoven cloth stitched together. The embroidery is an intricate cross stitch pattern...It was used (probably for several generals of children) and is a bit dirty...no rips no tears.
A beautiful antique Chinese jadeite silver enamel gold washed brooch in butterfly shape, in excellent condition. W:4cm H:4cm $245
A beautiful old Chinese jadeite silver enamel brooch in excellent condition. Marked. W:4.5cm H:4cm $285
Incredible antique Chinese Export repoussé silver sugar dish, of bulbous forms with design of bamboo and insects, bamboo "cane" handles, and with gilt washed
interiors, seal marks on the base. Size: This item has length of 6 inches with height of 3 inches. Condition Report: Great condition with on imperfections.
A beautiful old Chinese silver cuff with dragon motif in excellent condition. Marked. D: 5.2cm Weight:57.6g $575
From a collector of Chinese antiques; never seen the internet light of day. Please do not let the fair price detract from the value of this beautifully carved antique Asian Chinese cup. Also have an almost matching set of two, not seen here - one slightly rounder and an odd smaller one (total of 4 from same)...
A small Japanese porcelain jar and dish with the Fuji Mountain Fukagawa mark and the N.Y.K Steam Ship Line mark. Such jars and dishes were given to passengers as a voyage souvenir. The jar measures 3" high x 2 1/2" in diameter, and the dish measures 5 1/2" in diameter. Both pieces date to the early 20th Century. Condition: The condition is excellent/perfect. Free shipping within the USA.
A densely beaded woman's dress panel made by Kuchi nomads from Afghanistan, probably dating to the mid to late 20th century. Woven glass seed beads attached to a cloth background at the top, overlaid by a second layer with twisted acrylic threads and beaded tassles. Several layers of fabric at the top make this piece stiff and sturdy. This panel measures 11¼ x 21 inches...
This is a woman's shift known as a "jumlo" from the remote Indus Kohistan area of northern Pakistan. Jumlos are among the most lavishly embroidered textiles in all of Asia and are usually worn with an embroidered shawl known as a "chuprai". This tunic is embroidered in silk floss thread on black cotton in extremely fine half cross-stitch ("petit point") and the surface darning stitch for which Swati embroidery is famous...
Delightful 'Koi' celadon carp flower vase from the early 1950's. Two koi swimming with a free abandonment. The design and execution of the fish is immaculate. Lovely graceful lines and gentle feel. Perfect condition. H: 29cm x diameter:26cm. Ask for shipping quote.
DESCRIPTION: A Chinese pendant with coral colored stone mounted as a brooch in high relief with a scholar standing under a twisting pine in a mountain setting. The rectangular gilt frame is cast as four bamboo stalks and has a sturdy open “mesh” backing fitted with a stick pin and gold loop so that it can be worn as a brooch or necklace. Very fine work overall with no tarnish anywhere to the gilt frame. DIMENSIONS: 2 3/8” long (6 cm) x 1 7/8” wide (4.8 cm).
Chinese oval shaped pebble of white and green jadeite, carved with the the head and arm of Shou the Star God symbolizing longevity and good health, holding a branch in one hand of a darker jade. Late 20th century.
Size: 2 3/4" high x 2" wide x 1" deep.
Large Chinese jade boulder, carved with scene of mountain pavilion with figures and pine trees, beautiful green color with orange rind. VIntage c1960.
Size of jade: 7 1/2" high 9 1/4" long x 2 3/4" thick.
On wooden stand: 9" high x 10" wide x 4" deep.
A large Chinese translucent circular bowenite footed bowl, finely carved with the diameter of 13 inches. Condition Report: Great condition with no sign of
chips or cracks
Chinese tripod bronze censer with cover, early 20th century, bears Chinese seal mark on the base. Size: Height of the censer is 7.5 inches. Condition Report:
Excellent condition.