Cigarette holder made of ivory nicely carved in relief to represent a dragon chasing the pearl in the middle of clouds. Both tips are made of silver. China, early 20th century. Length: 9,8 cm. Obvious signs of use and wear, otherwise very good condition.

Ca. late 1700s

This molded porcelaneous stoneware figure is covered in yellow, green and aubergine enamels with black underglaze feather details. The base is unglazed. It is in good condition with some soiling from age.

Height: 7 in.

Antique Japanese unusual tansu made from a very attractive Keyaki (elm wood) burl coated in original lacquer finish. It has drawers of varying sizes, with warabite shaped iron handles, the top and bottom drawers have decorative iron lock plating incised with a floral design, safebox in bottom corner with original key. Unusual size with stunning original finish and exquisite iron work. Early Meiji Period (1868 - 1912) Size: 34.5" H x 29" L x 17" D

A Chinese silver fan, gold plated and decorated with multicolour enamelled panels against a filigree ground .The guards are cast with scenes of figures, all sharp and crisp. The back of the fan is not neglected either; it is embellished with the same decoration, thus making it a visual joy from both sides. This exceptional and fantastic fan weighs 173 grams of high grade ( 92% tested ) silver, covered by high gauge gold. age; C. 1900. size: 22.5cm length of the sticks...

A Sino-Tibetan Amitabha/Shakyamuni 2-Tone Bronze (fire-gilt) Buddha seated on a Lotus Throne with a Pagoda in his hand. Good condition. Late 19th Century. Size: H. 23 cm. x W. 14 cm. x D. 11 cm.

A pair of lobed saucer plates or bowls with decoration in Imari colours and traces of gilt, of a gentleman and a lady in a garden. China, Kangxi period, early 18th century. Diameter "4½/ 11,7 cm. Condition: minimal rim frits, esp. to the foot rim of one plate (cf pics).

A pair of silvered bronze tripods, Jue, an archaic type of vessel used for heating and serving wine, the shape originating from the early dynastic periods B C. These little elegant pair of Jue is from the early 19th century, made of silvered and engraved bronze or brass. Height "3½/ 9 cm. Condition: original handles shortened and some wear to the silver coating (cf pics.).

Zushi or shrine with inside a wooden sculpture of an erect penis dressed in the typical dress of a palace groom, using the grain of the wood to accentuate belly and knees. Fertility symbol, probably used / displayed during local fertility festivals. Also classified as waraimono - things that make you smile. Japan, Meiji era, around 1900.

Case H ca. 10 ½ inches; sculpture H 6 ¼ inches

Zushi with a lot of wear. Sculpture in fine condition; was formerly glued to another base plate.

Very small double side zushi with inside the images of the Buddha Amida Nyorai and on the other side a Bodhisattva holding a covered jar. All doors painted with lotus flowers in water on a golden back ground. The zushi itself made of kiri-wood (Paulownia), which is known and used for its fire resisting qualities. Very special piece. Japan, Edo period, 18th century.

H 2 ¾ inches

Few age cracks (see photos), paint on doors a bit rubbed, otherwise excellent condition. Beautiful details.

Superb late Meiji Period C.1900 bronze lamp that used oil and wick. Absolutely spectacular bronze craftsmanship and detail from floral vine lattice on the door and side panels to the treasure symbols in fine relief around the base. H:49cm; diameter:30cm. Condition excellent except for a missing bell or two on the protruding eaves. Ask for shipping quote.

A bronze figure of Buddha standing on a platform that flares outward at the bottom. Traces of gilding. Holding His robe on his left arm. The facial features are simple - almost primitiveness in nature but charmingly expressive. Period: 3rd Century Tibet Size: Height = 10.2 cm Condition: Protruding features have some wear. Has a nice patina which, under magnification, reveals that it had originally been lacquered and gilded.

A silver 17 century overlaid Buddha from Burma. These Buddhas were buried under the Stupas as an offering to the shrine. Size: H. 10cm. W. 6.7cm. Condition: Some flaking of the silver overlay. Original head has been re-attached back on.

Antique Chinese serpentine plaque in a beautiful hardwood frame. With delicately carved panels and bold grain. 19th century. Original finish on the hardwood. Size: 22.5" H, 13.75" W, 8" D

Antique Chinese Jumu (elm wood) Long altar table, with beautiful red original finish, carved with pierced spiral panels, nicely detailed leg panels. Beautiful condition with original finish.. 18th century. Size: 38.5" H x 97" L x 13.5" D

Finely crafted Chinese mandarin enameled porcelain plate, ca 1780's. Size; Diameter of plate is 9.5 inches or 23 cm. Excellent condition, almost perfect. Provenance: Private collection, Edinburgh.

Well crafted Chinese famille rose mandarin enameled porcelain bowl ca.1770's. Size, diameter: Diameter of bow is about 8 inches or 19.5 x height: 8.5 cm. Decorated with maidens, court figures and birds. Condition Report; Hardly visible hairline to the interior of the bowl, slight rubbing on paintings. Provenance: Private collector, Portugal. Wood base excluded.

Fine Japanese carved wood netsuke; of dogs playing (some chips), from end of 19th century period. Provenance: by repute ex-Clark Collection, Honolulu

Antique carved wood netsuke; of a bearded figure holding money, of Meiji period. Size; Height of carving is 1.5 inches, no condition issues noted.

Finely crafted Chinese mandarin figural porcelain tureen, with dragon gilt handles, ca 1780's. Size; 17L x 10.5W x 6H cm. or 7H x 4.5W x 2.5H in inches. Excellent condition, almost perfect. Provenance: Private collection, Edinburgh.

Fine Chinese mandarin enameled porcelain milk beaker, ca 1780's, decorated with figures is landscape. Size 11.5 cm or 4.6 inches tall . Excellent condition, almost perfect. Provenance: Private collection, Edinburgh.

Very well crafted small Chinese famille rose mandarin figural bowl, ca pre 18th c. Size: Diameter of bowl is 14 cm or 5.6 inches. Decorated with figures in landscape. In very good condition. Provenance: Private collector London, UK.

Stunning Chinese Mandarin enameled porcelain plate decorated with figures in the landscape scenes, circa 1770. Excellent condition, minor fritting. Diameter: 15.5 cm or 6.2 inches. Painting quality is superb. Provenance: Private collection, Spain.

This is an item used in a village headman for Edo period. As for this, cotton is spun by hand and is dyed with an indigo plant. This is that the theme of the pattern is happy. A pattern is round, and this is drawn. It is simple, and this is good-quality Tsutsugaki. This does not have a stain and damage. Size 180cm x 94cm (70.8 "x 37")

Chinese sandstone carving of Buddha's head, a fragment from a larger statue. This buddha has delicate features and a beautiful expression with high arching brows over half lidded eyes and a slight smile. Hair is a series of continuous sweeping rows over a subtle cranial protuberance. Northern Qi Dynasty (550-577). Size of head: 12 1/2" high. Total size including stand: 18 1/2" high. (custom Black Iron Stand).

Antique Chinese figure of the goddess Quanyin seated with a child on her lap. Made of bronze and lacquered in red then black lacquer, this statue was once completely covered in gold. The goddess of compassion sits with one hand delicately balanced on her knee. The other hand holds the hand of the tiny girl-child in her lap. Both goddess and child are sculpted with beautiful expressions and naturalistic details. Qing Dynasty. Size: 24" high x 17" wide x 14" deep.

A Miniature Wooden Bonsai Table with Genuine Marble Top. Square, size: 20 cm. x 20 cm. x H. 7,5 cm (8"x 8" x H. 3"), We have 2 available.

Set of Eight(8) Japanese different shades of Gold Maki lacquered covered bowls, Ca. late Meiji early 1900, 3 1/4" high include top or cover, 4 1/2" diameter top rim. Raised low relief design of Gold Maki Lacquered Ferns and other flowering plants behind rock garden in early spring on dark chocolate color of lacquer on wood. The beautiful and detailed fine Lacquer work was done two different shades of gold in different relief design continues to the cover, bottom and side...

Chinese Qing dynasty "GE" type bowl. 18,5 cm diameter. Free from any repair. possible found two short hairlines.

An antique Signed "ZEN-MYO GA" for the artist who drew the pictures, and "E-OKI" for the artist who made this Inro (see photograph 4) Japanese Gold Lacquer 6-Case INRO, ca. 1775-1850, depicting low relief scenes of 4 Ducks on one side and 3 Ducks on the other side in a Landscape with foliage, rocks and a river (on both sides). Interior is copper-gold color. Artist: ZEN-MYO GA (drawings); Artisan: E-OKI (made the inro)...

Chinese archaic pottery figure of a calling camel on a solid base, made from red clay. The statue has a great, incredibly detailed form. The inside body of the camel is hollow and within it you can see finger imprints from the original artist. In wonderful, original condition. Tang Dynasty dates from AD 618-907. Size: 22" H

Antique Chinese Box. Scholar contemplating nature, accompanied by servants.
Lacquered bamboo, good condition with expected wear and tear (3 inside corners partially broken) and ancient restorations : see pix. End of 18th C, Qing, Qianlong. L:35 cms, l:11 cms

This large antique Japanese would have been used in rural villages by the peasants who would go into the fields and hills to collect various herbs. Hand woven from grape vine bark, the basket has rope handle which also goes through loops at the bottom of the basket to provide added support for the weight.

Really rare ethnographic item in unusually good condition. the basket alone measures roughly 18 inches x 12 inches x 3+ inches...

Chinese Song dynasty white glazed octagonal shape bowl. 8 cm diameter. Bowl in good condition, only found small glaze chipped at the rim.

Chinese 12th-14th century brown glazed bowl or cup. found from the river. 7 cm diameter. Good condition.

Natural Chinese burl hardwood scroll pot with natural interesting form. Heavy, with original finish. 20th Century Size: 18" L x 16" D x 20" H

Original Early Meiji period Japanese abumi. These stirrups are made for riding horses brought to Japan. They are forged out of iron with stunning original silver inlay with designs of flowers. Great natural patina. Early Meiji Period (1868 - 1912). Size: 10" H x 12" L x 5.25" W