This is horse cover textile at the Meiji era.(1868-1912) It draws in the indigo dye by the technique of tsutsugaki. It is a very vivid, impressive motif. It is wonderful horse cover textile. This is the one in the Tohoku region. It uses it at the wedding. This is rolled in horse's trunk. The bride rides on this horse. There is little damage in the edge. There is a little stain. However, it doesn't stand out.
Size:488cm/192.1" x 64cm/25.2"
Beautiful Japanese kesa made from a very high quality silk brocade. The work shown on this kesa is truly amazing. The gold picks up light easily and when it does, it changes the whole kesa to a golden color. The decoration is an auspicious floral design of hosoge (ancient imaginary flowers said to bloom in heaven) and karakusa...
A rare 17th Century (probably late Ming) carving of the Hehe Erxian - the Twin Immortals of Union and Harmony - in typical pose, one holding a basket and the other holding its 'contents' - a bat a symbol of happiness. Condition - good - there are natural cracks and flaws to the stone but no damages or losses...
Makuzu Kozan Studio Covered Jar with Dragon, circa 1920's
It is 5.25 inches (13.2 cm) tall by 5.25 inches (13.2 cm) wide. It weighs 1.5 lb.
It is in good condition with no repairs, or cracks, except a manufacture defect of a firing chip at the underside of the lid (as seen in the photos).
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Kawade Shibataro Wireless Cloisonne Vase, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
It is 9.75 inches (24.3 cm) tall by 4.25 inches (11 cm) wide. It weighs 1.5 lb.
It is in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks.
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Pair of Attendant Bodhisatvas, Edo Period, gilt over black and reddish brown lacquer. Losses. 33 inches height and 12 inches diameter.
This extremely rare Olmec deformed fetus is described in the book “The Olmec World Ritual and Rulership”. A very similar one is pictured on page 55. Carolyn E. Tate from Texas Tech University, who wrote this chapter, stated only 18 such figurines were known to her. It is 1 1/2" long and made from the highest quality Olmec blue translucent jadeite. This piece has good microscopic evidence of contact with the soil including staining and mineral deposits...
This is fireman's sashiko hanten coat in Edo period. It is a motif of a big spider and the petal of cherry blossoms and the person of the kabuki. It is very impressive and it is bold.The petal of cherry blossoms that adhere to the cobweb is very fantastic.
There is a little part that was able to be rubbed. However, the state is very good. There is neither stain nor damage. The lining is an indigo dye.
It is sashiko hanten coat of a very valuable fireman. Please add to your collection...
This Olmec "spoon" is 1 1/4" X 3/4" and is made from translucent fuchsite. It is generally accepted that these served as trays from which shamans inhaled hallucinogenic snuff. This piece is from the famous Keith Finello collection and dates to C900-600BC.
A very fine Early 19th C. Japanese blue & white Ko Imari teapot, with beautiful flower & animals. In it's excellent condition L:8-1/2"
This nice dual image with monkey on top is made from albite. It is from Copan. It is 1" tall and is from the Keith Finello collection. It is drilled on the top for suspension. It dates to the Classic Mayan period C300-900AD.
This is donza sashiko hanten at the Meiji era. It is sashiko hanten donza that the fishermen's boss in Kurashiki used.
It is the valuable one in the market without. There is a little getting untied part.There is a thin stain.
Very exact sashiko is made from the hand.
It is wonderful and beautiful.
The state is very good. Please add to your collection.
Size 98cm/38.6" x 121cm/47.6"
This finely carved shell skull was found by the famous Dr. Allen Heflin on 9-16-61 in Cuautitlan, Mexico. This Aztec piece dates to 1200AD. It is drilled for suspension. A nice little ancient piece that could be used in jewelry. It is 1/2" long and solid.
This Classic Mayan mother-of-pearl figurine is 1 1/8" wide. It was found by Dr. Allen Heflin. Although I could not capture it in photos, it is nicely opalescent. It would make a very unusual jewelry finding. It is C300-900AD.
Heavily carved mahogany settee and chair with full winged griffons on arms, paw feet, and carved, reticulated tops. Probably by either Horner or Karpin. Settee measures 48" tall x 63" wide x 36" deep and chair measures 40" tall x 32" wide x 34" deep. One of the most beautifully carved pieces we've ever had the pleasure to offer for sale.
Fabulous, huge, Rosewood American Victorian Renaissance Revival etagere. Embellished with marquetry musical instruments and flowers, this beautiful piece is in all original condition, has been in the same family since it was bought in the 1870s. It measures 10'2" tall x 7'3" wide x 24" deep.
This rare Archaic E-Notch point, made from translucent gray glossy flintridge, is in perfect condition. It has heavy grinding on the base and in the bottom portion of the notches. This is a classic example of the type and is beautifully beveled. It was found near Circleville, Pickaway County, Ohio. Comes with a Gregory Perino certificate of authenticity and shows very nice mineralization and patination.
Beautiful Loetz vase with gold and pale blue oil spots, sits in footed pewter base with art nouveau flowers going around it. Measures 7" tall x 5" wide and is in perfect condition.