Very big brass pipe cleaner with geometrical carvings ; beautiful shape and proportions. L : 10c
Pair of Han Dynasty Winged Doist Imortals in Bronze. The near matching figures one with its core and the other with less patina has remains of a black lacquer surface. Beautiful detail . There are similar figures like these in Chinese museums. Google search for "Doist winged figures playing" and you can see similar pieces . These came from 2 different sources one collected in Japan the other came from an auction House on the east coast. Size 6.5" h 4.5 d 3.5 w
A bronze censer modeled as a Buddhist lion with a hinged neck that lifts up his head. This piece is quite heavy.
Good patina throughout. Evidence of being well used. No repairs or breaks that are noticeable.
Approximate size is 5-1/2" high by 4" wide by 3-1/4" depth when closed.
A small, fine and delicate looking Chinese Bronze Teapot beautifully ornamented with leaves/foliage. The cover has a lotus bud finial and the handle is crafted as a natural branch. A fine collector's piece.Size: length 4" x height 2" x 3.5" diameter
Han Dynasty - Warring States style cast Bronze Miniature Hu Vase, possibly period . Extensive mineral growth and areas of pitting a cast line can be seen on the base. Size H 5" by almost 3" square.
A Rare and Exquisite Gilt Bronze Statue of Mazu, Goddess of Water, in Style of Ming Dynasty Emperor Yongle Reign Height: 13 3/8 inches (34 cm) Width: 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm)
Condition Report: Good Condition
Provenance: Property of a MA Collection
Height approximately 24cm. New patina added. In good condition.
Antique Miao ethnic minority silver alloy pipe and container with accessory tools. the silver sectioned container was made as a smoking accessory , the collection of pipe cleaning tools would act as a toggle to counter weight the container at the other end. Made from low grade silver, the container has an etched and pierced design and is held together with handmade chain the pipe with hand chased dragons . There is an applied flower on the top of the lid section of the inro type case ...
Chinese Ming Dynasty lacquered bronze amphora type vase with Dragon Headed handles, of small scale this wonderful little vase was finely cast down to the detail of the dragon faces on the handles, a geometric pattern above the foot. The vase has a very early Lacquer plug repair on the base. Size 3.5" by 2.5"
The Zhou-Styled jue vessel is huge and imposing. It bears mystic and archaic motifs of ancient China. Height: 11 1/2 inches (29.2 cm) Width: 9 1/4 inches (24.13 cm)
Condition Report: Good Condition
Provenance: Property of a FL Collection
Rare Tang Dynasty Bronze Wine-Pot Mark of Prince of South Palace / Inlaid Gold-Silver Archaic Cicada-Character Motifs, Dragon-Handles and Mark of Prince of South Palace Height: 12 1/4 inches (31.12 cm)
Condition Report: Good Condition
Provenance: Property of a FL Collection
A Rare Zhou Dynasty Zun Bronze Wine Vessel with Archaic Motifs and Dragon-Handles Mouth Diameter: 4 3/4 inches (12.1 cm) Height: 9 3/8 inches (24.8 cm)
Good Vintage Condition
Property of a FL Collection
Sung - Ming Dynasty bronze belt buckle with engraved bat, fine detail attachment at back now lost. Size 13/4" by 3/4"
A pair of Chinese tea trays, enamel on copper. Decoration of lotus and borders in Jiaqing style and possibly of the period. Width "3¾/ 9,6 cm. Condition: fine.
Chinese bronze lion shape censer/incense burner, bearing Daqing seal mark. Dimension: 115 x 87 x 127 (mm) or 4.53 x 3.43 x 5 inches with total weight of 1.27 lbs/574 grams. No condition issues.
An Exquisite Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Buddhist Statue. It portrays a disciple of Je Tsongkhapa (1357-1419), Founder of the Ganden monastery in 1409. Height: 8¾” (22.23 cm). Highly collectible and in an excellent condition.
1930's Japanese Repousse Silver (tested silver with acid silver test kit) Chocolate Pot with Iris Marked "Kurokawa Sei Jungin" 純銀 - AS IS
It is 9.8 inches (25 cm) tall by 7.8 inches (20 cm) wide. It is 952.5 gram.
The pot has been repaired (resoldered) at the handle and flowers at the lid. It is also tarnished and has dents at the spout, cut marks at the lip, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos)...
Chinese Gilt Silver Enamel & Jadeite Bangle Box with Coral & Turquoise Beads Marked "Silver"
The box is 4.65 inches (11.6 cm) tall by 3.15 inches (8 cm) wide. It weighs 365.1 gram.
The jadeite bangle has inclusions. The box is tarnished and missing minor enamels. It also has surface wears and scratches. (as seen in the photos).
PROVENANCE: Bonhams & Butterfields in San Francisco.
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