Chinese Export Black Lacquer Tea Chest, rectangular with cut corners and lobbed body with gilt decoration of figures in courtyards; the stepped, hinged lid opening to two pewter lidded and engraved caddies and the whole raised on gilt dragon-form feet. Circa 1820 (wear to decoration). See our #581, #702. #703 for related examples. 9.75” x 7.25” x 6.75”
A beautiful burl Keyaki wood early 19th century Funa Ko Tansu (Captains's document chest). Frame is made of solid keyaki wood with interior drawers made of soft kiri wood. Original urushi warm transparent lacquer finish with hand forged iron hardware and copper side carrying handles. Unique ring pull faux drawer front that doubles as a lift-out door hiding two small drawers.
Mounted on custom iron stand
Late Edo Period (1603 - 1868) C...
A beautiful and rare Japanese Meiji Period Craquelure Massive Presentation Vase Circa 1890 depicting scenes of enlightenment of the Japanese imperial culture. The vase done most likely as a presentation piece for dignitaries or done for exhibition at a World’s Fair. Measuring 15” by 12” width
A very fine and elegant Beaux Art crystal chandelier circa 1920s. The top of fine gilt bronze in an ornate but delicate flourish. Measuring 30” x 20”
An Historic circa 1820 Maryland Chippendale style clock, made around the area of Bel Air,Maryland in local Tawny Walnut. Original painted wood dial measuring 89” tall by 19” wide
A beautiful pier mirror in 22k gold leaf. Carved wood and gesso measuring 46” x 34”
If you are tired of the mundane, normal, and ho-hum, you must consider this antique tin wall sconce. I was gob smacked when I first saw it. It is intricately stamped with sun flowers, fruits, and foliage, and it is large. In the center is a concave recession which may have been for its reflector. However, the paint appears to be original...
Magnificent English Chippendale Carved Walnut corner chair, red leather, measuring approximately 32.5 inches 30 inches wide is approximately 18 inches high
A magnificent American drop leaf Philadelphia Queen Anne solid plank cherrywood breakfast table, 18th century. Exceptional condition measuring 31” x31” top and when down, the height is 27”
This is the most beautiful original 18th Century Italian carved wood frame with gilding and partial Polychrome painted Mirror, Ca. mid 1700's, 35" high, 28" wide, 2 1/2" to 3" deep. Mirror glass is all original, nothing replaced and also the finish on carved wood frame is also original with Polychrome paints and gilding partially. Backing is original wooden panel...
An antique Japanese 2 section Nihon Matsu Tansu (Kimono chest) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. Original Urushi lacquer and hand forged iron hardware including the double action lock plates and the Warabite handles. Bronze decorative mounts feature lucky Japanese symbols including the treasure mallet, the treasure bag, a traveling cape and a traveler's hat...
A stunning fine antique Japanese makie lacquer box decorated with a tataki-nuri style black background with makie of vines and gourd and folding fans on the exterior. The interior is decorated in nashiji with a still life of a flower arrangement set in a basket with a charming lifelike rabbit and autumn grass for the inner tray. The vibrant colors and designs are often seen in lacquer works from the Edo and Meiji periods...
A Beautiful PAIR OF CHINESE PATE SUR PATE GARDEN STOOLS of barrel form, with floral and butterfly slip decoration, all reserved on a bright blue ground, 19'' H, 12'' D (2)
A rare Seventeenth Century English Table Oak one drawer tavern table, James II Measuring w; 32”, D; 22”, H; 32”
A remarkable Fou Dog from the Kangxi Era circa 1700 blanc de chine, measuring 10.5 inches
A rare set of four Chinese Early Republic Nesting Tables, circa 1920, in Rosewood. Each table ranging in height from 16” to 28” in superb original condition.
Carved walnut intaglio cut floral designs with inscription to Allah in mother of Pearl. Measuring 64” x 34” circa 1880
American camelback sofa with shell carved cabriole ball and claw feet 82” length and 30”depth
A late Qing Dynasty Rosewood and wicker bench, finely carved piece. The carb section is in hongmu wood. Measuring 68 inches wide. 19 inches deep. The seat height is.19 inches
An antique Japanese Kansai Mizuya Tansu (kitchen chest) in 2 sections made of Hinoki (Cypress) and Keyaki (Zelkova) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware including the Hirute style handles. Three pairs of sliding doors of varying sizes with 8 drawers on the upper half and 5 drawers to the bottom half. There is a split level shelf behind each set of doors.
Age: Meiji Period (1890-1910)
Dimensions: 70 3/4" Wide by 67 1/4" High by 19 1/4" Deep
A pair of Italian early 20th century alabaster Urn form table lamps. Each measuring about 16” in height with removable lids. The alabaster with natural veining., carved with beautiful floral motifs.
A magnificent amd rare Chinese export tureen amd under plate in the FIor Canton style,
A beautiful set of three Renaissance Chairs in tooled leather with fine detailed brass nails and hardware. The main chair larger with arms and two side chairs. More info coming… we’re originally priced at $9,000
Antique Japanese three section stacking tansu. Top section has four sliders that open to reveal organized area with small drawers and shelving. A total a 12 drawers ranging in size along with a hinged compartment revealing two more small drawers. Original warm honey finish in great condition. Quarter sawn keyaki hardwood with strong grain patterns.
Late Meiji Period (1868 - 1912)
Dimensions: 48" wide x 63 1/2" high x 16 1/4" deep
European German Coffee set in Silver Repoussé, Coffee pot 10.5”, Sugar bowl 5”, creamer 5”
An antique Chinese Coffer Table made entirely of Elm wood. Originating from the Zhejiang Province it epitomizes fine country furniture. It was designed with Peony drawer panels and patinated drawer pulls with a simple locking mechanism for one drawer. Below the drawers are 3 separate reticulated panels featuring a cloud motif and a pair of spandrels showcasing a scrolling leaf pattern that matches the continuity of the theme...
Chinese Export Butler's Desk for English Market, Ca. 1850's, 46" high, 50" wide, 23" deep, solid hand carved bold and beautiful natural grain Rosewood used inside and outside, Brass handles and mechanism, pull down the front section to reveal writing space desk top...
An unusual and dramatic firescreen abattant. It reminds me of some of the smaller, New York classical parlor furniture I've seen in Southern house tours with late Federal drawing and music rooms furnished with pieces imported by successful merchants - almost, but not quite, over the top in their design yet direct in their function. So an argument could be made for high, New York city style. And the inlaid oval in the center, with pie crimped edge, is reminiscent of some New England work...
A Massive Japanese Satsuma Nineteenth Century Vase 19” height, and about 11” width
An antique Japanese large merchant chest (Choba Tansu) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Aka Matsu (Red Pine) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware including the Hikute handles. Functional design with 7 exterior drawers, a pair of sliding doors (where store records and books were kept) and a hinged security door that hides 2 small drawer where valuables were stored...
A beautiful Pair of Italian 18th Century Armchairs in Fine Brocade
A BEAUTIFUL EIGHTEENTH CENTURY GEORGE I-QUEEN ANNE BURLED WALNUT MIRROR,
A wonderful Antique Turkmen 19th Century Kilim Vivid Colored 120”x100”
The pair of Louis XVI ETAGERE Circa 1790 in cherry with Satinwood trim and brass piecework galleries, each matched pair measuring 32” in height and 9 3/4” width. Would make wonderful bedroom bookshelf libraries
EARLY ENGLISH Seventeenth Century Tavern Table Pine Circa 1710 The table with incredible patina measuring 50” x 38” top, height is approximately 29”
A rare antique Japanese Kusuri Tansu (pharmacy or medicine chest) made entirely of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original hand forged iron Warabite handles. Original drawer labels left intact. 20 drawers total. Great chest for filing papers and documents. Unusually wide drawers compared to the ubiquitous tiny drawers of the typical Kusuri Tansu.
Age: Edo Period (1750-1800)
Dimensions: 29 3/4" Wide by 36 1/8" High by 15 1/8" Deep