A fascinating portrait of the noted ukiyoe artist, Tsukioka Yoshitoshi. The work was painted by his disciple, Yamanaka Kodo (1869-1945) in 1934 and was originally part of the collection of Kobori Sakae, who collected various old books and donated his collection to the Waseda University. Above the portait are two poems done by two noted poets...

Straddling both sides of the Durand Line, the Mangal tribe are one of the more influential Pashtun tribes. This Mangal textile measures 24.6 x 28 cm and is in excellent condition. Curvilinear and geometric motifs are excecuted in straight stitch, Holbein stitch, and a tightly worked ladder stitch on a plum polyester ground. Estimated age: mid 20th century. The Mangal reside primarily in southeastern Paktia and adjacent Khost provinces of Afghanistan...

This Pashtun textile measures 35 x 35 cm and is embroidered in silk thread on a purple polyester ground. Two mirrors are sewn on as accents in each of the two 14-pointed stars. The embroidery technique is a tightly worked ladder stitch, typical of the embroidery of Katawaz. Condition: Excellent. Estimated age: mid 20th century.

A early 20th C. Chinese peking glass enamel snuff bottle with dragon motif, in excellent condition. Signed(1939) H:8cm $225

This mid-20th century octagonal shaped blue and white ceramic bowl is 4” high and 6 1/2” in diameter. It is decorated with floral and Daoist related designs both inside and outside. There is “Great Ming Dynasty, Hong Wu Period, month of July” honorable date on the bottom. It is in great condition.

Roman style design by Avem is in excellent condition, 9" tall. The vessels clear body is lightly iridized, has a scavo surface and the handles and thread at the top are aquamarine blue.

Rare modern Glass vase by Anzolo Fuga authenticated by Flavio Fuga, son of Anzolo. From the "RADICI" series, produced in 1960, and described on page 165 in Rosa Barovier Mentasti's book "ANZOLO FUGA", the organic details of the design impart a kinetic element to the piece that renders it exceptional. This beauty is 18"tall and in excellent condition.

Chinese carved jade snuff bottle, elegant flattened ovoid form, very pale green jade with small dark striations on one side. Brass spoon and fittings with carved coral colored Peking glass top, Republic period. Size: H: 2.75" x W: .75" x L: 2.25"

A Chinese qinhua or blue and white vase, beautifully painted, in the form often seen in archaic bronzes known as a gu, or a wine vessel. The vase is decorated with framed sections of views of landscapes and scholars near an embankment. The images are surrounded by cloud patterns with the character longevity done in the seal script. The vase has a Kangxi mark, but most likely republic period. Size: diameter 4.2 in. height 9 in.

Fenton made Thumbprint from 1966-68. This Colonial Pink 7" wide bowl is in mint condition. It is 5.5" tall -- and is heavy!

This beautiful Crocus 8 1/4 Inch Soup Bowl was made by Hall China. This Bowl has the Superior Hall Quality Dinnerware stamp on the back. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or scratches. The Crocus decoration and platinum is all really good. It is hard to find this pattern in this nice condition. Be sure to search our other Crocus available. We guarantee all items to be as described. Feel free to email with any questions. THANK YOU.

Antique chinese rosewood table with carving on the sides. The sides are beautifully decorated with carvings of birds on blossoming plum branches. It measures 60" long, 36" deep, 15" tall. circa 1980

Rare Nuo mask of Xiao Gui, the "Little Ghost" with his pointed cap. Half mask designed to facilitate talking and singing. During the Nuo ritual, the whole village wants to capture him because of his malevolent power.
The holes in the eyebrows and around the mouth were used to fasten hair, now missing. 21 x 16 cms. Beg 20th C. Hunan. NM 60; RM 149; MC 58 (see bibliography)

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HUGE and GORGEOUS Murano Cased White ZANFIRICO Ribbons Art Glass Centerpiece Bowl!!! Attributed to Fratelli TOSO, circa 1950-60s!!! The piece is made up of 2 different and intricate Zanfirico designs, and a scalloped edge rim. Would make a perfect display piece for the table. Fill it with fruit or fresh flowers! Has NO damage (chips, nicks or fleabites)...

This pretty crystal clear Buttercup 14 Inch Sandwich Plate was made by Fostoria Glass. The Plate is in very good condition with no chips or cracks. There are a few very light surface scratches on the plate. They are not bad and do not take away from the beauty of the Plate. Be sure to search our other Fostoria available. We guarantee all items to be as described. Feel free to email with any questions. THANK YOU.

A vintage pierced sterling silver napkin ring c1920s by Roden. Roden was bought out by Birks in 1928. It is stamped STERLING with the Roden company mark. Birks bought all Roden's inventory and parts and molds, and the Roden mark can be seen on some Birks silver items until several decades after. This 1-3/4" across napkin ring is 5/8" wide, and it has (remarkably) never been monogrammed...

A sterling napkin ring fully hallmarked for Birmingham, England 1953. This 1-7/8" x 1-1/4" napkin ring is 3/4" wide, in the shape of an oval race track, and it has an E monogram. It has a B&CO. maker's mark for W.I. Broadway & Co., it weighs 10.7 grams, and it is in excellent vintage condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

A beautiful early 20th C. Chinese enamel lion in very good condition, the head is movable very cute. W:3" H:2.5" $355