A very large translucent cylindrical agate bead with multi natural stripes at the center. The gold caps (of the period) are decorated with spiral and eye-shaped filigree work. The rest of the necklace is comprised of ancient agate beads, gold square-shaped beads and ochre-colored glass beads (all of the period)
A beautifully striped translucent central agate bead surrounded by 26 smaller bicone and cylinder agates and 27 gold beads (also of the period). Each bead has its own special colors, patterns and character -together this makes an outstanding assemblage.
A very Large translucent pale blue-green glass earring from Southeast Asia, probably from Vietnam or Cambodia.The glass is in the form of a thick oval hoop that tapers at the ends. There is some soil encrustation on the ends from being buried.
Size: Diameter 8cm. Condition: Perfect.
A small Burmese Buddha made of silver. Its form is simple, unadorned and its hand is in the earth-touching gesture. The face has a wide nose with connected eyebrows and has a quiet presence.
A rear and large lacquered manuscript chest. These chests were essential to every monastery as the stored Buddhist scriptural texts. Size: L. 61cm. W. 17.6cm. H. 15cm.
Condition: Normal wear. One leg has been replaced. See photo.
A nice dancing Aspara with fine detailing on the front and back. The bell still has the original clapper.An Aspara is a celestial being or angel from the Hindu religion. They dance and play musical instruments.
Size: H. 26.8cm.
Condition: No repairs. Very nice patina.
