An attractive white brass water pipe complete with all its parts (cleaning tools and original chain). Two surfaces of the square-shaped body have etched artwork of women reading in a garden surrounded by foliage. The remaining 2 surfaces have an etched poem about the scene. The calligraphy is particularly beautiful.
A bronze mirror with the central pierced domed boss surrounded by a design of 12 raised circles and ribbed designs in relief. A border of 35 archaic Chinese characters encircles the mirror just before reaching the raised rim. Areas of malachite encrustation, especially on the reverse side.
Period: Han (206BC - 220AD)
Size: 19 cm. in Diameter
A large bronze mirror with four characters of an inscription between the petals. The translation of the auspicious four characters inscribed is, " If you own this mirror, you and your family will prosper forever". Age: 100AD. Size. Diameter: 21cm.
Condition: No repairs. Green incrustation.
A gilt figure of Avalokitesvara standing in tribhanga, holding a flask in the left hand. The head encircled by an open halo. There are areas where the gilding has worn off through age.
Period: Sui (581 - 618 AD)
Size: Height = 11.7 cm, Width (at base) 2.6 cm.
A lacquered Buddha figure holding a bowl seated on a high lotus pedestal. This meditating Buddha has a very gentle and calming face. The open area in the back is missing its former relics.
