Ryoshibako document box in black and gold lacquer decorated in takamaki-e and hiramaki-e. In the center of the panel stands an imposing castle, immersed in a natural landscape dominated by Matsu pines.
Nashiji lacquer forms a cloud-like texture adding a touch of depth...
Ivory okimono of exceptional quality depicting a fisherman standing on a rock, with the rough sea crashing around him.
The scene captures a moment of triumph for the fisherman, who raises his fishing rod with a freshly caught fish still attached to the hook.
Signed Munemasa with engraving under the red lacquer dowel base next to an old Christie's label.
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 21.4 x 7 x 5.5 cm...
Ivory netsuke depicting a monk intent on decisively cutting an Oni horn using a large knife. The act itself suggests a struggle between good and evil.
Shōkusai signature with engraving under the base.
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 4.5 x 2.9 x 1.9 cm.
Conservation status: Excellent condition
A marine ivory okimono with elephant ivory parts depicting a daily life scene of a seated craftsman while he repairs a small wheel...
Pair of bronze vases adorned with inlays, decorated with two Onagadori roosters, known for their elegant length of tail. The roosters are represented perched on a plum branch.
Signed by Yoshimasa for Nogawa company.
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 17 x 7 x 7 cm.
State of conservation: Excellent condition – With wooden bases and tomobako (storage box)
Ivory okimono, carved from a single block, depicting a Samurai with his katana and fan, while a phoenix appears suspended in the clouds.
Next to the Samurai, a fox and a monkey are curious and seem to share the samurai's surprise and enthusiasm. Signed Kazutoshi 一俊 with engraving under the base.
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 26.5 x 6.5 x 5.5 cm.
Conservation status: Excellent condition...
A deliciously horrifying painting of a ghost rising from the empty field dating from the 19th century completely remounted and ready to go for another century of leering from the shadows. Ink on paper with highlights of gofun and red pigment separated from a field of blue by a single narrow strand of red and gold Kinran silk terminating in dark wood rollers. The artist has sealed the panting with two crimson chops in the lower corner...
A rare Arita export dish decorated in Kakiemon style with a pair of Hoo birds, (Fenghuang or Pheonixes) amongst rocks and flowers, Peonies and Chrysanthemums. The rim decorated with a Bird and vine pattern arabesque. Identical dishes exist painted in this pattern but enamelled in the classic Kakiemon palette. The “Bird bird and vine” pattern appears on “Kakiemon” export teapots of the same period. The curious blobs arranged in groups of three, represent Stars, Hoshi...
Chinese Qing dynasty bronze stand for incense burner. 12,3 cm diameter. 2,9 cm high. 567 gram weight. original conditions, free from any repair. please see on the pictures.
Height: 23 cm (9.2 in)
Width: 9.8 cm (3.9 in)
Attractive Chinese porcelain beast-handled vase with four Qilin adorning the shoulders; features two figural panels surrounded by fine raised enamel hatch-work and small vignettes of birds and figures; good condition
Chinese Qing dynasty bronze stand for incense burner. 18,8 cm diameter. 4,2 cm high. 1737 gram weight. original conditions, free from any repair. please see on the pictures.
Height: 27.7 cm (11.1 in)
Width: 13 cm (5.3 in)
Chinese porcelain famille rose handled vase featuring a young woman in a garden setting; a poem script on the reverse; good condition
Height on Saucer: 6.5 cm (2.4 in)
Width of Cup Including Handle: 11.5 cm (4.6 in)
Width of Saucer: 14 cm (5.7 in)
Height of Saucer: 2.6 cm (1.1 in)
Fine example of a Chinese porcelain cup and saucer from the Guangxu Period; both pieces depict dragons amongst foliage surrounded by lotus scrolls below the rims; the base of the saucer is decorated with garlands of foliage; both pieces have a stamped Guangxu mark and are period; good condition
Height: 33 cm (13.3 in)
Width: 16 cm (5.3 in)
Chinese porcelain triple gourd vase; decorated with underglaze blue and polychrome foliage, including peony, orchids and plum blossom; glaze ends accurately just above the base rim; underneath shows a Qianlong mark, but probably later Qing; some age-related wear; good condition
Chinese Qing dynasty bronze stand for incense burner. 11 cm diameter. 3 cm high. 462 gram weight. original conditions, free from any repair. please see on the pictures.
Height: 8.8 cm (3.6 in)
Width: 7.8 cm (3.1 in)
Chinese polychrome enamelled cloisonne lidded round box; decorated with florals and auspicious objects; minor age wear; good condition
Height: 5.8 cm (2.3 in)
Width: 2.7 cm (1.1 in)
Depth: 2 cm (0.7 in)
Quality Japanese carved netsuke of a young woman holding a garland of flowers over her head; finely detailed, natural material; textured and stained throughout; signed to the base; good condition
Chinese Qing dynasty bronze stand for incense burner. 12,7 cm diameter. 2,5 cm high. 760 gram weight. original conditions, free from any repair. please see on the pictures