A fine and rare 'Transitional' double gourd vase, delicately painted in underglaze blue, depicting two scholars at leisure in a garden. The neck is decorated with styalized tulips. This item was made circa 1640 during the reign of the Chongzhen Emperor (1628 to 1644). Condition - there are museum style gold leaf repairs to the top and there is a kiln iron spot on the lapet border to the waist of the vase...

Ming Chenghua peiod ( 1465 - 1487 ) extremely nice decorated with three different kind of fish among water-plants. Diameter : 9,6 cm. H : 5 cm. Condition : broken and unprofessionally re-glued. This re- glue is easy to open again and this extremely nice and rare piece would it be worth to do a professional repair to it.

A large Yuan dynasty longquan celadon dish, this dish has a flat bracketed rim and ribbed well, the foot ring and base are glazed apart from a wide ring for firing, the center is decorated with carved flower motif, also the well and outer part decorated with carved flower motif, dish covered with green glaze.
Dish is in very good condition no damage, no chip, no crack, no restoration, good glaze.
Size: 40 cm diameter.

A finely molded Kakiemon shallow bowl, five inches in diameter, the center of which is decorated in iron-red, blue, yellow and green enamel.

Ex-Christies

Condition: Excellent

Unique old Japanese yogi (kimono-shaped futon bed cover) from Kaga, a weeping willow tree with a butterfly family crest, 57" x 72", Meiji Period (1868-1912).

Kaga, located in today's Kanazawa prefecture area, was known as "Kaga One-million Koku", the wealthiest domain next to the Tokugawa Shogun family during the Edo period (1603-1868). Each domain was assessed its wealth measured by "koku." Most samurai received stipends in koku...

A small 17th century teapot, delicately painted in underglaze cobalt blue, depicting a scholar under a pine tree .There is a poem on the reverse side. The poem reads - "The day go fishing at Shui River. the morning having dream on Qi Shan Mountain." Both are famous locations in Shaanxi province, central northern China...

Nineteenth century, very nice large and rare shape, very nice decoration, perfect condition. H : 9,6 cm.

Large Blue & White Porcelain Fish Bowl with Battle Scene, 19th Century

It is 22 inches (57 cm) tall by 24.5 inches (62 cm) in diameter and 72.4 inches (184 cm) in circumference.

It is in good condition with no repairs, cracks, or chips, except manufacture defect of minor pitting (as seen in the photos).

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Japanese antique 2-section mizuya (kitchen tansu), from the Niigata area of Japan, made with keyaki wood on front and side bracing, deep orange / red original translucent lacquer finish with wonderful deep pantina, iron side hardware, unusual lacquered wood carved drawer knobs, each compartment with one long original shelf, Edo Period (18th/19th century). Size: 68" high x 68" wide x 20 1/2" deep.

A blue and white vase with fluted body, decorated with flowers, kangxi period. good conditions no chip, no hairlines, free from restorations. 24,3 cm hight, 12 cm body diameter.

The model for this Chenghua period ( 1465 - 1487 ) Minyao ( peoplesware ) bowl was one of the most famous Chenghua Imperial " Palace Bowls ". Please compare the design of the bowl with the Palace Bowl sold by Bonham´s which you see at the last image. Diameter : 14,8 cm. H : 6,5. Condition : Broken and restored.

An early 18th Century underglaze blue decorated porcelain tea bowl and saucer made for export to Europe during the reign of the Kangxi Emperor (1662-1722). Condition - good...

A very rare late Ming porcelain dish decorated in underglaze blue with overglaze iron red and green enamels. The base carries the four character mark of the Chenghua emperor but this item was made during the reign of the Tianqi Emperor(1621-1627)probably for export to Japan. Condition extremely fine...

A Very Fine Sea-Green Celadon Foliate Rim Bowl: Korea, Koryo Dynasty, 11th-12th Century: The wide bowl set on a short ring foot and incised on a interior with a single ring and decorated a 6 foliages on the mouth rim, appied evenly by a beautiful sea-green celadon glaze overall, ring foot inglazed. This bowl is in very fine condition whitout any cracks and repairs but it has a glaze crack extensively across the interior only --not a body crack-please see #3 photos)...

A very fine late 19th Century Chinese enamel sweetmeat tray with steel holder decorated with Jade and other precious stones. L: 18” x W: 8”. Overall excellent condition (except one of the jade handles is slightly cracked). SOLD TO N.Y.

A very nice early 20th Century Chinese enamel copper hexagonal vase. Decorated with peaches and flowers on a yellow background. Unmarked. Excellent condition H: 9-1/4”.

A very nicely cast 19th Century Chinese small bronze temple bell with characters. With holding hanger. H: 8”. Very good condition. $120

A very fine Chinese Ox Blood glazed porcelain Brushwasher, of disc-like form with a small mouth. Kangxi style but late 19th Century. Excellent condition. D: 4-1/4". $250.

A 19th/20th Century tall Chinese carved Zitan wood Guanyin, wearing a long flowing robe with veil and holding a baby. Excellent condition. H: 17-1/4".

Gilded Lacquer Bronze Seated Buddha with Lotus Seat, 16th Century

It is 11.7 inches (29.8 cm) tall without stand and 14.5 inches (37 cm) with stand by 7.4 inches (19 cm) wide.

It is in good condition with no repairs, chips, or cracks, except peeling of lacquer and chips at the wood stand (as seen in the photos).

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Earthenware Noh Dancer by Miyanaga Tozan, Meiji Period (1868-1912)

It is 9 inches (23 cm) tall by 4 inches (10 cm) wide.

It is in good condition with no repairs, cracks, or chips.

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Yuan Dynasty ( 1279 - 1368 ) Qingbai glaze over a nice molded decoration. Diameter : 5,3 cm. H : 4,1 cm. Condition : Perfect.

Ca. early 1900s

This boat-shaped basket, designed for flower arrangements, is well-crafted from strips of bamboo that is stained a rich, dark reddish-brown and had acquired areas of further dark patina from age and use. The ship form probably represents a so-called treasure ship (takarabune) signifying wishes for good fortune and is usually displayed during the New Year’s season...

Large Famille Rose Porcelain Phoenix Ears Vase with Figurines, 19th Century

It is 34.5 inches (87.5 cm) by 14 inches (36 cm) wide.

It is in good condition without chips or cracks, except the lip's rim has been repaired.

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White Rabbit Ceramic Sculpture by Takegawa Chikusai (1809-1882), created in his final year, 1882. Takegawa Chikusai was responsible for putting Banko Yaki, and the Banko-gama kiln (established 1829) and its home of Yokkaichi City in Mie-ken back on its feet and on the map. Banko Yaki had previously been made in the early Edo Period in Kyoto...

Mother of Pearl Silver Card Case, 19th Century

It is 3.5 inches (9 cm) tall by 2 inches (5 cm) wide by 0.5 inch (1.5 cm) thick.

It is in good condition with no cracks, or chips, except a repaired (glued back) at the inside lid's corner (as seen in the photos).

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Yaozhou ware, Norhern Song period ( 960 - 1127 ) or still earlier. A quite similar resp. related piece is to see on a reputable Chinese website. H : 7,5 cm...

Early Qing Dynasty. ( Excavated ) H : 6,1 cm. Condition : Perfect.

A Finely Molded Shallow Celadon Dish: Korea, Koryo period, 12th Century, This is a fine celadon glazed shallow bowl with a six lobed rim, the interior rim incised with a single line and finely molded with a large peony on the interior well, applied overall with a clear greenish blue celadon glaze with three spur marks on the base. It is in fine condition but a tiny chip,a short glaze crack and scratches on the well in use. It measures 7” d. x 1 7/8” h,

19th Century Indian Processional Panel from Tamil Nadu in Southern India, 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) tall

Set of Three Royal Animal-Shaped Currency Weights from Burma, Dated 1800. From the 15th century up to the end of the 19th century, animal-shaped weights functioned as a means to measure currency, such as silver ingots or any other precious material that was a means of exchange. There were three main animal shapes used, one of which were these duck-like bird figures. These weights could also serve in a religious context as Buddhist reminders of the need for honesty (accuracy in weighing) during c...

19th Century Nepalese Butter Churn Handle. A fine piece of folk sculpture that is well patinated from considerable use. 10 inches, 25 cm. Very Good Condition.

The phurba is one of the most important of the shaman's implements, and this particular phurba is an exceptional example of the great effort and tremendous creativity that goes into the making of this magical tool. It has an upper section with 3 faces, one smiling, one wrathful, and one peaceful. The middle section is a vajra (symbol of lightning) whose twin tips rest on knots of eternity. The lower section represents Makara, the water divinity, who holds in his mouth the the triangular blade ar...

Beautiful and rare Japanese antique choba tansu (merchant's chest), made all of heavy keyaki (elm) wood, keyaki wood bracing on sides and back, original deep reddish brown translucent lacquer finish with wonderful patina, heavy iron hardware, interior has 2 drawers, Edo Period c1800. Size; 36 1/2" high x 40" wide x 23 1/4" deep.

19th Century Nepalese Shaman Sculpture with traces of yellow and red pigment and an incredible, dense, dark patina. So thick and dark is the amazing patina that the necklace that covers the chest and back, and the carvings on the skirt, are barely visible. The hole on the bottom indicates that this was likely the handle of a dagger or staff. The old customs seal is also on the bottom. 8 inches, 20 cm. Very Good Condition.

Middle Ming period. Diameter 9,2 cm. Condition : Perfect