1930's Chinese Silver Enamel Box Marked
It is 1.67 inches (4.25 cm) tall by 2.2 inches (5.6 cm) wide. It is 40.4 gram.
It is tarnished and has dent, bent at the inner rim, loss enamel, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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A pair silver goblets with floral decoration, in its original silk box with glass front and handle. Foot marked with Chinese characters. Condition: silk faded, maybe top of the box's front missing, back of box with scribbling. Dimension goblet: c. 9.3 cm high, weight together: 73 g, box: c. 15.3 x 13.3 x 5.3 cm.
A vintage Japanese Isho Biraki (stacking clothing chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) and Kaki (Persimmon) woods. All original hardware including the Warabite handles. Upper section features two sliding doors, two drawers and a hinged door all providing space for organizing small items. The center section has two hinged doors that open to four removable Kimono trays where lighter clothes or linens can be stored. The bottom section has two large drawers for additional spacious storage...
A vintage Japanese Isho Tansu (Kimono chest) in 3 section made entirely of Kiri (Paulownia) wood with Kaki (Persimmon) wood accents. All original bronze and other metal hardware. Beautiful lacquer decorative plates adorn the sliding doors with a pair of flying cranes, woven baskets and bamboo trees. Behind the doors lie three small drawers and a split level shelf. The center section and bottom section each have three drawers with spacious storage each...
A mid century 3 section Isho Biraki Tansu (Kimono chest with hinged doors) made of Kiri (Paulownia) and Kaki (Persimmon) woods. All original bronze hardware. Top section features four sliding doors which open to a split lever shelf and two small drawers. Below this are 3 side by side drawers. The center section has two hinged doors that open to reveal 4 removable Kimono trays while the bottom section has two large drawers. The sections can be separated for use in different rooms of a house...
Chinese Republic period Yixing stoneware tripod censer with compressed globular form body and upright handles on two sides decorated in relief around the circumference with two four-clawed dragons chasing a pearl encircled with circular form shou characters. A pair of bats chasing a similar flaming pearl is on the back. A ruyi border encircles the top shoulder below an upright neck. The three cabriole legs extend from animal head masks...
1950's Chinese Enamel Famille Rose Porcelain Bowl with Flower
It is 1.7 inches (4.5 cm) tall by 7.8 inches (20 cm) wide. It is 1.4 Lb.
It has rubbing of paint, dark spots and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Old (1930's) Japanese Bronze Mixed Metal Inlaid Vase Marked Nogawa
It is 9.4 inches (24 cm) tall by 2 inches (5.3 cm) wide. It is 1.8 Lb.
It is tarnished and has rust, loss of gilding, cut marks, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Japanese Wooden Box, 2 sections, 16" high, 14" wide, 7" high for each section, "Kanji" written in front, and "Kutani" Kanji was written on the side. The condition is old and good.
Woman's short cotton kimono (hanten) with stripes which is handwoven and vegetable indigo dye. It was worn for everyday kimono or noragi, however, it is in excellent condition. The sucnd half of the 20th century. 120cm x 80cm
Old Chinese Natural Honey Amber Carved 113 Beads Necklace
It is 53 inches (134.6 cm) in circumference by 26.15 inches (66.5 cm) long. The beads range from 8.7 mm to 12.3 mm wide. It is 97.5 gram.
Some beads have flea bite chips, inclusions, cracks, and surface wars and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Old (1960's) Chinese Famille Rose Plaque with Figurine
It is 15.7 inches (40 cm) long by 10.5 inches (26.7 cm) wide. It is 3.5 Lb.
It has minor rubbing of paint and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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1950's Chinese Gilt Cloisonne Enamel Box with Peach and Bat
It is 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) tall by 9 inches (23 cm) wide. It is 4.4 lb.
It has missing enamels and enamel cracks, rubbing of gilding, bent metal rims, oxidation, enamel pitting, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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1930's Japanese Hand Painted Enamel on Porcelain Vase with Cherry Blossom Marked
It is 10.25 inches (26.1 cm) tall by 3.75 inches (9.6 cm) wide. It is 1.7 Lb.
It has rubbing of gold and paint, stains, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Classic Nephrite Cong. This is oldest Chinese form still used in its art today. The earliest examples were from the Liangzhu Culture circa 3400 BCE. It’s theorized that the square outer shape represented the while the inner round shape represented the Heavens. Nice nephrite jade - very smooth and tactile may be used as a toggle or scholar’s contemplation piece. H: 5.7cm/2.3in and W: 2.7/1.1. 72 grams.
An antique Japanese Ikebana basket in a cylindrical form woven in a herringbone pattern. 6 vertical bamboo supports with flared feet connected with a lucky turtle weave at the base and a woven coin half the way up the side. The turtle would represent longevity and the coins would symbolize prosperity. With a star crossed base and two ring handles.
Age: Early Showa Period (1930's)
Dimensions: 9" Diameter by 18" High
An antique Japanese bronze Koi (carp) fountain. Depicting a carp breaching the water surface as it attempts to swim up a waterfall. The casting symbolizes true perseverance and tenacity in achieving ones personal goals. Fine details show on the fins, the scales, the barbels and sun-like designs just above the gills.
Age: Taisho Period (1920's)
Dimensions: 11" Wide by 15 1/4" High by 7" Deep
Chinese 18K Gold Jadeite Carved Bracelet Marked
It is 5.7 inches (14.5 cm) in length by 0.34 inch (0.86 cm) wide. It weighs 7.67 gram.
It has surface wears and inclusions (as seen in the photos).
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Set of 6 (1930's) Chinese Solid Silver Dragon Tea Tray Marked
They are 8.7 inches (13.2 cm) wide. Total weight is 147 gram.
They are tarnished and have surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Old Chinese Jun Kiln Glazed Purple Splashed Porcelain Vase
It is 12.6 inches (32 cm) tall and 5.2 inches (13.2 cm) wide. It is 2.3 Lb.
It has glaze crazing, slightly wobble base and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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A contemporary Japanese burl hardwood stand designed in a sculptural asymmetric form. Makes a beautiful and elegant side table or table butler.
Age: Early 20th Century
Dimensions: 18" Wide by 28" High by 19" Deep
Old Chinese Celadon Famille Rose Porcelain Square Vase
It is 8.9 inches (22.5 cm) tall and 3.9 inches (10 cm) wide. It is 2.75 Lb.
It has manufacture imperfection of firing dark spots, skip glazes, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Mask with black soot patina whose edges of the mouth and eyes are enhanced with red and also white for the eyes only. The tip of the nose shows a much higher wear patina than the other areas of the mask. The inside of the mask also shows a very nice shiny black indicating important signs of use. This mask shows all the features of a joker mask, possibly from kami people (untouchable cast), North central region of Nepal H 27cm , mid 20th century
Old tribal mask from the North West of Nepal, Humla district, we can see several old shreds of hairy skin (possibly from goat?) fixed on the forehead and the chin as well as important vestiges of hair fixed with glue around the mouth. The teeth have been sculpted in a very realistic, important black soot patina. H 25 cm, important age from the beginning to the middle of the 20th century
Pair Japanese Kutani signed Porcelain Fuchin, Scroll Weight, 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" wide for weight, 9" high maximum height, with gold yellow color Tassel, the condition is good.
A fine, vintage necklace of natural and graduate Italian red coral beads. Largest central bead diameter 12 mm. smallest 4 mm. Clasp: 14K gold marked with goldsmith EKJ and a large Coral Cabochon: 16 mm long x 9 mm.
The coral strand necklace is made of 91 pearls and it is 54 cm long. Weight: 36 grams.
From the 40/50’s.
Excellent condition.
Pair Japanese Kutani Porcelain Scroll Weights, Fuchin, hanging on the both ends of bottom bar attached to the Scroll when you hanging Scroll, 1 3/4" high, 1 1/2" wide, 9 1/2" high for maximum heights, with goldish yellow Tassels, signed "Kutani" in red on the the bottom, condition is good.
Pair natural translucent Onyx Stone Fuchin, Scroll Weights, 1 1/2" wide, 9" heights maximum, with dark brown tassels, in good condition.
Pair Japanese Fuchin, Scroll Weight, natural Onyx translucent Stone, 1 1/2" wide, 9" long for maximum height with dark brown Tassels, the condition is good.
Traditionnal shadow puppet of a man with complete original costume and hands, headdress with moving elements, 32 cms. Sha'anxi
A large lidded basket, 21" high and 15" diameter, circa mid to late 20th century, likely of Indonesian origin. The handwork is impressive as is the design. Condition is good, there seems to be a slight asymmetry at bottom, with a little "lean" there, and "$20" was written on bottom at some point in time. Compare to images of baskets from Indonesia. I speculated that this could be African or possibly Central American but consensus seems to point to Indonesia. A considerable amount of skill, ...
1930's Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Bowl with Geisha & Flower Marked
It is 3 inches (7.6 cm) tall by 6.2 inches (15.75 cm) wide. It is 1.1 lb.
It has minor rubbing of gold and paint and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Carved Ethnic Minorities Vase with Figurine
It is 9 inches (23 cm) tall by 4.9 inches (12.5 cm) wide. It is 1.4 lb.
It has flea bite chips and surface wear and scratches (as seen in the photos)
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燭台 / LOTUS AND TURTLE
Wood carving hanging candle holder with such unique and rare combined design of lotus and turtle, mid-20th century, Korea, approx. H 32 x W 6.5 x D 9.5cm (12.59 x 2.55 x 3.74in).
Expected aged deterioration as is. Candle used in the photo is not attached.
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Pr. Japanese Kutani Porcelain Scroll Weight, Fuchin, hangs on the both end of bottom bar of the scroll when hang on the wall, 9" high maximum height, 1 1/2" high and 1 1/2" wide for Kutani Porcelain weights only with Japanese Landscape and Floral design inside Hexagonal shape panels, dark reddish brown color, the condition is good.
Arai-hari meisen cloth for one kimono. Arai-hari means a kimono is unsewn, washed and dried on the board, which is a traditional way of cleaning kimono. In excellent condition except for minor spots in one part (10th image). It is strong enough so that good for remaking.
Two pieces for the body part, each one has different width in the middle, shoulder part (11th image). W:35cm and 23cm x 3m24cm
Two okumi (front panel) cloth. W:17.5cm x 2m16cm
Two sleeve cloth, sewn in one cloth. W:2m16cm
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This is a bit out of my field as primarily an art dealer but I will do my best to describe: small cloisonne vessel, age unknown, likely mid 20th century I believe, 3 1/4" in height, 2 1/2" diameter as seen from the top, Japanese or Chinese origin. Overall good vintage condition, no dents but there is a small area (see photos) where the enamel work has crumbled/is missing. Remember that the photo is very close-up, so that this area measures only 3/4" in length, total.
機織りの道具 / KOREAN LARGE WEAVING TOOL
Wooden boat-shaped weaving tool, early 20th century, approx. 36 x 7 x H 6.3cm (14.17 x 2.75 x 2.48in). Some expected stains, scratches, cracks, and holes due to aging as is.
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Pair of Chinese Yixing Vase with Flowers & Birds Marked
They are 11.7 inches (29.7 cm) tall by 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) wide. The total weight is 9.4 Lb.
They have small chips and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Vintage Silver Natural Salmon Coral Carved Rose Brooch & Earrings Marked "silver"
The brooch is 1 inch (2.5 cm) long by 2.1 inches (5.4 cm) wide. The earrings is 0.8 inch (2 cm) long by 0.75 inch (1.9 cm) wide. The total weight is 24.5 gram.
They have inclusions, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Old Japanese Mixed Metal Iron Covered Bowl
It is 3.7 inches (9.3 cm) tall by 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) wide. It is 1.6 Lb.
It has rust, bent at the inner rim, and surface scratches and wears (as seen in the photos).
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Two(2) Chinese Green glazed Pottery Food Dog or Foo Lion shape Joss Stick Holders, early 1900's, 8 3/4" high, 2 1/2 wide x 4" deep, both pieces are slightly different, hand molded each pieces but can be used as a pair on the Alter Table, the condition is good.
Cute flower vase of convex shape with a flaring mouth. Four vertical ribs, creating four segments decorated each with a small impressed chrysanthemum rosette. Fine cream-colored stoneware with a yellowish green translucent glaze with fine crackle.
Potter’s mark on the bottom (looks like a smiley face), which is the signature mark of Kato Sakusuke IV.
Seto, Japan, 1970s or a little later
H 6.5 x diam 4.5 in.
Mint condition
Comes with the original wooden storage bo...
Old (1930's) Japanese Yellow Ground Cloisonne Enamel Silver Base by Ando Jubei
It is 11.9 inches (30.2 cm) tall by 7.7 inches (19.5 cm) wide without stand. It is 5.4 lb.
It is tarnished and has minor stain and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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VIOLINIST & READER
Anonymous vintage reversible oil painting on particle board, Showa period, 20th century, Japan, approx. 330 x 240 x 2mm (12.99 x 9.44 x 0.07in). Some expected damage due to aging as is, including rivet holes and slight warp.
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Signed Oinishi Rakusai V Akahada flower vase. In original signed paulownia wood box. B.1910 this vase was one of his early pieces in C.1950. From an illustrious Nara pottery family famed for Akahada ware.
Chinese Jadeite Carved Bangle with 14K Gold
It is 3.1 inches (7.88 cm) in diameter by 2.3 inches (5.83 cm) in inner diameter. The jadeite is 9.43 mm thick. It is 59.8 gram.
It has surface wears and inclusions (as seen in the photos).
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Japanese Celadon Studio Porcelain Vase Marked Tozan 東山
It is 9.7 inches (24.6 cm) tall by 5.3 inches (13.5 cm) wide. It is 2.6 Lb.
It has surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Fabulous C.1950's Shigaraki tea leaf storage jar. Natural, organic glazes from being fired for days in a wood fired climbing kiln. Great condition. 15" tall by 11" in diameter. Ask for shipping quote from CA warehouse.
Lovely scholar’s brush pot with a classic poem, by the Tang Poet, Li Bai, incised in traditional characters. Circa 1970/1980. H: 15cm/6in and D: 6.5cm/2.5in. One small surface “check”, on the bottom.
Translation:
To Wang Lun
Li Bai (Tang Dynasty)
A boat I have boarded, Li Bai am I, and I’m all set to go,
When suddenly from on shore a din I hear ,of stomping and singing I know.
The water in the Pool of Peach Blossoms is as deep as a thousand feet,
Deep not as the...
Nice uncarved tall bamboo bitong. Good condition with a smooth finish. H: 28cm/11in and D: 9.5cm/3.8in.
Ohara Koson
Siberian Blue Robin (Nightingale)
Size: Shikishiban. Approximately 9.75 x 9.5 inches.
Date: ca. 1912.
Koson signature and seal at lower left.
Publisher: Daikokuya.
Reference: K26.3 in Crows, Cranes and Camellias: The Natural World of Ohara Koson (Reigle Newland).
Note: This print is very rare. We've noticed another example in the Rijks Museum collection.
Condition: A conservator has repaired tears at three corners. The artist's name is noted i...
A vintage Japanese bamboo wall hanging featuring the famous monk Daruma with a proverb attributed to his wisdom. The saying reads Nanakorobi Yaoki or Seven Falls Down Requires Eight Times Up. This is a Zen adage that preaches tenacity and perseverance similar to the round Daruma image shown trying to right itself.
Using old growth bamboo, this art piece was hand carved and hand hewn before lacquer was applied to the saying and the body of Daruma.
Age: Prewar (1930-1940)
Dim...
Good brush painting of a tiger by the artist Li Shou Lin dated 1978. Painted in the traditional style water color and ink mounted on silk and heavy paper. Unfortunately the mounting paper has suffered mold damage while the painting itself was affected in a minor way in the form of some discoloration, having said this if framed with new matting the flaw is very negligible. Please examine enlargements- will be mailed in a cardboard tube. Mounted dimensions L: 172cm/68in and H: 85cm/33in,...
BOJAGI, WHITE, SMALL
Traditional folk Korean patchwork hemp textile made from various scrap fabrics called Bojagi (Pojagi),
mid 20th century, approx. 64.5 x 65.5cm (25.39 x 25.78in), embodies the lifestyle and the story of the people who take good care of their possessions at that time.
Softish texture. Some expected slight frays, discoloring, and small holes due to aging, but in beautiful vintage condition as is as seen.
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Hanging scroll. Painting of two noble men on horseback. The men and the horses are dressed up beautifully and are obviously competing with each other in one way or another. Probably a scene on a horse track, the men shortly before or after a race.
Ink and mineral colors on silk, in a gold brocade mounting with bone scroll ends.
Signed in lower right: Shogai. Two red seals: Tani-shi Hidemasa; Shogai no in.
Silk: H 49 x W 16.5 in.
Mounting: H 77 x W 21.5 in.
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Vintage Japanese glass obidome (sash ornament) with domed top containing delicate multicolored flower with stem and leaves on lattice background. Obidome is worn on an obi cord that holds the obi sash together, it is the only type of jewelry worn by Japanese women on formal occasions, and could serve as netsuke as well. Beautiful design, excellent quality glasswork, very pleasant to hold. Metal fixture with two loops on the back for an obi cord. Diameter 1 1/16 inches.
Old Chinese Dark Cherry Amber Bakelite Faturan Carved Kwan Yin Buddha
It is 11.2 inches (35.5 cm) tall by 3.1 inches (10 cm) wide. It is 992 gram.
It has inclusions, flea bite chips, hairline crack at the stems, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
Tested with Simichrome.
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Wood netsuke of three peanuts. A naturalistic grouping, dark stained. An ivory plug may bear a highly stylised signature.
Provenance : Arlette Katchen, Paris.
Japan, 20th century
Width : 1.6 in. (4.3 cm)
Ikebana basket (hanakago) in wickerwork of polished bamboo with twisted handle. Features a sheet metal and varnished bamboo vase for the floral arrangement.
Mark under the vase: Nanagô (七号), “n°7”.
Ikebana or Ka-do (the way of flowers) is a traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement. Unlike Western floral art, ikebana does not aim to emphasize only the beauty of the flowers and the harmony of colors. This art wants to enhan...