A finely engraved larger stone stamp seal of the hemispheric seal, popular in the Uruk period. The seal in engraved with a pattern that could look like an insect or the head of an insect. Very elaborate.
Size: 26 mm. in diameter and 15 mm...
A beautifully crafted and remarkable example of Edo period Raku pottery...
19th Century Chinese Bronze Censer with Lotus Flower
It is 8.7 inches (22 cm) tall by 8.3 inches (21 cm) wide. It is 5.1 Lb.
It has oxidation and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Futonji with tsutsugaki (glue resist dye by free hand) made of hand spun cotton. It has traditional "Karajishi-Botan", imaginary lion and peony motif. The green ground cloth is dyed with vegetable indigo and natural yellow, the painting is colored with pigments. It is remade to futonji from originally yogi, which is a futon in the shape of kimono. The tsutsugaki technique is excellent and in excellent condition. Meiji period (1868~1912).
Japanese antique Bugaku theatre mask for Genjoraku dance. The imperial court dance has been performed for over 12 hundred years. During the Edo Period, the dance was performed as part of shrine festivals to celebrate prosperity and peace. This mask is carved of wood with a moveable jaw. It has traces of red and colorful pigments. Mounted on a metal stand.
Provenance: From the Collection of Sandra Miller, New York.
Age: Edo Period (c...
Another one of a pair of Chinese Yuan to Ming dynasty Longquan celadon two ears vase. The price is for a pair. Ht. 14.5 cm. Condition: no chip, no restore as shown overall in good condition. Shipping from Taipei, Taiwan via EMS at actual cost. Item selling at various platform, please ask before ordering.
Chinese Yuan dynasty qingbai glaze bird feeder. 6 cm diameter. Has small chipped with hairline following. Free from any repair.
This rare and exceptional Japanese Mirror Chest of Japanese Ash and Elm with Hand Mirror of fine Persimmon and Gorgeous Brass Metalwork is from the collection of a renowned author on and collector of Asian art. The brass hinges are adorned with Chrysanthemums, the Japanese symbol of health, happiness and well-being. Truly a wonderful and rare piece. 14.25h x 9.75w x 9d inches, 36h x 25w x 23d cm. Excellent Condition.
Antique Japanese single section mizuya (kitchen tansu) made of sugi (crytomeria) wood and finished a light natural color. The large single compartment is opened by two sliding panels with details made of keyaki wood and rounded horizontal rounded slatsof sugi wood.
Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 33" high x 71 1/4" wide x 19 1/4" deep.
This is Shounai-Obi used in Shounai for Edo period. This is woven in cotton and Koyori. This is considerably thick. As for this, cotton is dyed with a natural indigo plant. This has slight gradation in a stripe. This has a bunch of beautiful cotton at the both ends. This has a few stains, but does not stand out. There is no damage. Size 350cm x 20.5cm (137.7 "x 8")
A very rare, quite large 10th century Tang Dynasty bowl. The porcelain body of the bowl covered with a nice yellowish green glaze.
Diameter : 16,3 cm. H : 6 cm.
Condition : Perfect, very nice " Ping " tone when tapped.
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Five assorted ancient beads, one in the shape of a snail. Date: Over 4,000 years old.
Size: See last photo.
Fine specimen of Tai Yai (rare Burmese tribal ethnic group) wooden Buddha subduing Mara with gilding on a throne. Good condition. 19th Century, Size: H. 17" (43 cm.) x W. 7" (17.5 cm.)x D. 4.5" (11.5 cm.) at base
Calligraphy by Korea's Most Famous Calligrapher, O Se Chang aka Wichang (1864 - 1953). Not only is O Se Chang the most renowned calligrapher in Korean history, his books on calligraphy have become the definitive texts on the subject. He is famous for his works in seal script, as in this example here. 53 x 12 inches, 134 x 30 cm, unmounted...
Antique carving from Jade of a Chinese foo dog in a curled position. Despite the name, foo dogs (or Shi) are actually lions with dragonlike features and are depicted as guardians, often to the rich and powerful. Ming dynasty.
Size: 2.75" long, 1.25" tall
A very well potted Ge ware ( Geyao ) 17teenth century dish.
Gray stoneware covered with a very nice yellowish crackled glaze.
The base of the dish covered with a brown slip.
Diameter : 13,8 cm.
Condition : there is a chip to the rim of the dish.
Large Komai Mixed Metal Box with Temple & Phoenix Marked, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
The box is 2.25 inches (6 cm) tall, and 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) in length by 4 inches (10 cm) wide.
It is in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks, dents, except rubbing and loss of gold, metal oxidation at the inside of the box, and unsecured hinges (as seen in the photos).
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Antique Japanese Solid keyaki (elm) wood desk with original dark brown finish. One long central drawer with three smaller drawers at each of its sides. Old growth Keyaki used for the entire construction. Very heavy and solid in weight. Early Meiji period (1868-1912)
Would look stunning with two custom black iron stand made to raise to western size (height).
Size: 14" H x 39,5" L x 24" D