Very rare lacquered Han ear cup with a surface decorated in red and black lacquer in scrolling patterns and abstract motifs painted on the ears. Size: L. 20cm. W. 15.5cm. H. 6cm.
Condition: No repairs. the outside bottom of the cup is missing. See last photos. It is interesting to see that the cup is hollow inside and not one solid piece.
A lacquered wood manuscript cover with the rectangular panel carved with scrolling foliate tendrils with a carved vase in the center.
Age: 18th Century. Size: L. 37cm. H.14cm.
Condition: Normal ageing with and old chip on the left edge and age crack on the right side.
A nice gilded and lacquered wooden statue of Buddha from the Ming Dynasty. Size: H.17.5cm.
W.At the base. 9.3cm.
Condition: No repairs. Some of the gilding has gone and the right hand is missing. See last photo.
A small Ming wooden Buddha seated on a lotus pedestal with his hands joined in prayer. Age: Over 500 years old. Size: H. 15cm. W. 7.3cm. Condition: No repairs. About 75% 0f the lacquer is gone from age.
Lacquered necklace holder, most likely for court officials. Gilded and painted with dragons and cloud formations. Age: Ming (1368-1644)Condition: Good. Some chipping around the edges.Size:17.7cm X 7.5cm.