Sakiori obi (sash) for a casual kimono which is hand-woven of strips recycled from silk and cotton kimono for weft, and cotton yarn for warp. In excellent condition. 20th century. 18cm x 2m96cm
Japanese framed woodblock print by sōsaku hanga artist Haku Maki (1924-2000). This print is titled "Hantou - 75", number 32 in its series and signed with a red cartouche. Depicted is a glossy, embossed vase with silver embossed flower buds. Size: (entire frame)14" height, 11.25" width (artwork only) 9" height, 6.25" width
This is an Exquisite Musical Pocket Watch by Reuge Music. Sold Quickly
From our Southeast Asia Collection, a massive Indonesian teak wood carved panel executed in high-relief, depicting a scene from the Ramayana.
Indonesia, like Burma, has a long standing and very accomplished woodcarving tradition where generations of craftsmen have been producing great woodwork for decades...
Chinese soapstone pebble, beautifully carved with scene of three luohan (monks), one is standing with alms bowl outstretched out of which a cloud of mist rises and wraps to the reverse of the pebble, two bats fly over the bowl, surrounding the monks are rocks and low branches, lovely yellow and buff colors, on carved wooden base.
Total size (on stand): 3 3/8" high
From our Southeast Asia Collection, a superb Indonesian ebony wood carving of Ruana, expertly rendered with such animation and ferocity that the character looks almost demon-like, so much so that we actually find this particular piece a bit creepy.....But that is ultimately testimony to the tremendous skill of the carver...
From our Southeast Asia Collection, a superb Indonesian ebony wood carving of a Legong dancer, expertly rendered capturing the marvelous grace and elegance of this traditional Balinese dance.
As Wikipedia describes it, "Legong is a form of Balinese dance. It is a refined dance form characterized by intricate finger movements, complicated footwork, and expressive gestures and facial expressions. Legong probably originated in the 19th century as royal entertainment...
Painting of Scholar Under Moonlit Plum Blossoms by Park No Soo aka Nam Jeong (1927-2013). Just the first page of a google search reveals both the renown that Park No Soo enjoyed internationally, and the adoration he received locally in Korea. His minimal style and palette is instantly recognizable, and this beautiful, contemplative painting is a fine example of his inimitable, expressive brushwork, from the silvery-blue sliver of a moon, to the unique rendering of orchids and rocks...
Fenton Glass Company made Colonial Thumbprint from 1962-80. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
Beautiful peonies on a soft pure silk (sho-kinu, 100 percent silk) kimono roll. Hand dyed design (Yuzen zome) went through to the reverse side. The fabric (marked as Tango chirimen) is treated with some new chemical for easier maintenance, wrinkle free, washable (?), etc. Some designs are dyed to be matched for the wider width. Gentle, pale (smoky) purple color, 14 1/2 wide, full roll (enough to make a kimono).
Chinese meiping porcelain vase with blue and white design of scrolling vines, flowers and 5 dragons. Narrow at the base, tapering outward with high, wide shoulders and very narrow neck. A band of waves decorates the neck and foot. Meiping vases are traditionally used to display flowering plum branches. Quinlong reign mark on the bottom in blue.
Age: circa 1980
Dimensions: 12 1/4" high x 7 1/2" wide
Elegant Japanese uchikake (traditional wedding gown) sewn in the style of the twelve layered court attire (juni-hitoe) from the Heian period (794-1160). The longing for the beautiful, culture rich era of the aristocrats that existed so long ago never seems to cease in people's mind even after 1000 years. Here on this red background, the classic design of the ox-cart in a pine forest is beautifully woven in gold. The layer of robes could have gone up to 15 or even more...
A beautiful 1970s Persian Tabriz Carpet measuring 88” x 110”
Size: 31.5 long
Condition: very good. Minor wears because of ages.
Japanese print entitled "Last Supper" by Sadao Watanbe. Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996) was part of the Mingi (folk art) movement in Japan which involved the use of natural materials. Watanabe's early boyhood job as a textile dyer has influence his work greatly. He used organic mineral pigments with a soybean milk binder (katazome) on hand crumpled paper (momigami). Watanabe's upbringing as a Christian is the main influence of his subject matter...
Chinese ceramic bowl, with a black crackle glaze, with a pretty copper-colored imprint of a leaf on its inside, slightly raised at its stem, Song style, 20th century.
Size: 2.25" tall, 6.25" wide
From a Maryland Estate date checked 1983 this is a Rolex Presidential Wrist watch in 18K. Gross Weight is 135 Grams. Will be posting more Pics as time allows. Runs Well ....Sets Fine. Band a little loose; overall, 8.3 - 8.80 of 10 condition due to the slightly loose band. No box or papers. Seller Retired
Wonderful sterling repousse teapot by S. Kirk & Son measuring 7 1/2" tall x 7 1/2" wide including handle.
The markings on the bottom are 418AF, Sterling, Hand Decorated. This piece is absolutely beautiful!