This censer is noticeable by its absolutely very well done, perfect shape of the body. By the particularly warm golden colour of the alloy, and by the additional decor ( with some calligraphy ) to the inside of the piece. The surface of the piece nearly appears like gilded. Unforunately why ever the images are not able to show this.
Ming Xuande mark to the base of the piece.
Diameter : 9,4 cm. H : 6,7 cm.
Condition : Perfect
A Very Fine/Rare/Large Carved Black Inkstone:
Korea, 19th Century
An oval shaped light black color and heavy weight inkstone carved in remarkable craftsmanship
with two large and old pine tree with 4 cranes, and highlighted by two olive green “eye” inclusions, it has inscriptions on the bottom.
It’s in very fine condition without any noticeable damages.
Measurements; 10 ¼” x 8 ½” x 1 ¼” (26cm x 21.5cm x 3.2cm)
Spectacular 19th century Chinese Export solid silver bowl made in Hong Kong by silversmith Cumwo. The hand pounded double rimmed bowl is finely designed with iris flowers and cranes embossed all around. Bowl sits on a smooth pedestal base, central monogram MBS in a raised circle on the front, Makers Mark and characters on base. Measurements: 6.75 dia. x 4.25 h.; Wt. 400g; Condition is excellent.
A Very Fine Chinese Grey Mottled White Jade Ruyi Sceptre:
China, 19th 18th –early 19th century
This grey white nephrite jade Ruyi Sceptre finely carved and well polished,
it skillfully worked in high relief with a pierced and carved in the form of an old
and curved plum stem with its flowers and Lingzhi fungus, a monkey playing on the plum branches, russet dark grey tinges on some areas.
It is in very fine condition without any damages, and measures 14cm x 4.7cm w.
A magnificent and rare figure of a fat lady made of painted terracotta.
Fat ladies are among the most famous objects of the Tang Dynasty (618-906) and they are a wellknown symbol of wealth.H. 31 cm.
Condition: no traces of repairs are visible, most of the original colour is still present.
This very well carved Chinese ivory bead and green glass necklace is a 19th century product. It is 38” long and contains 78 ivory beads and one large glass bead. Originally, carved ivory beads were part of court necklaces in Qing Dynasty. The ivory beads are ½” in diameter; the glass bead is ¾” in diameter. Aside from minor wear due to its age, it is in great condition.
This very well made 19th C. Chinese silver inlaid bronze incense burner is 2 7/8” high, 4 ½” wide (with handles is 7” wide). Its two handles are formed in the shape of beast heads. Two silver inlaid “Qi Lin” rising from ocean and surrounded by fire and clouds appear on either side of the piece. It has an unusual dragon mark on the bottom. It is in excellent condition.
A family rose brushpot with four character mark Qing Dynasty. Dimension 8.2 cm(width), 8.2 cm (length), 12.7 cm (height without stand). 1(one) tiny chipped on the rim. Good condition. Wood stand included.
Late 1800s
Water pot of squat, ovoid form with a narrow foot and slight depression of a base. The even lavender-blue tone of the glass is translucent in strong light and is well-polished on the interior as well as the exterior. Such items as this were essential for the scholar's desk and are more often seen in ceramics than in Beijing glass. There are a few areas of abrasion and scratches from use and some light wear to the foot area...
Rare and beautiful Japanese antique isho tansu from the area of Sado Island, made all of kiri (paulownia) wood with original deep reddish brown lacquer finish and nice patina. Extensive iron hardware covers most of the front of this piece with large rectangular lock plates and elaborate cut out and incised designs throughout. The top 2 drawers has hardware depicting figures of Japanese folk lore and pine trees. The bottom two drawers have a large crane and turtle...
Ca. early 1800s, wired as a lamp in the 1930s or 1940s
This tall baluster vase is glazed in deep oxblood red that is suffused all around with patches of pale blue ranging to lavender and purple. The overall effect is somewhat reminiscent of a landscape painting. As a lamp, it retains its original brass fittings, but one socket is an old replacement. The wiring is intact and the lamp still functions...
Blanc de Chine figure of Guanyin, seated with a tranquil expression and her hands concealed beneath her flowing robes,on a rockwork base. C17thc. Ht.5 1/4", (13.3cm). Condition; no damage or restoration.
Ca. early 1700s
This rare cylindrical vessel has visible rings on the exterior from the potting intended to imitate a section of bamboo. The rich, raspberry-toned glaze stops evenly just above the well-cut footring. The exposed paste is smooth and white with even wear from years of use. The base is glazed white; it is finely crackled and naturally stained from use and time. A line of pale orange re-oxidation encircles the interior and exterior of the footring where the glaze stops...
This is Edo kasuri child kimono echigo-jyofu Rare. It is wonderful, beautiful kasuri. The motif looks like amaryu (raining dragon). There are a little stain and a small hole. However, the state is very good. I recommends it for your collection. Textile seems to be hand spun and woven, and has soft touch.
Echigo-jyofu was born in middle (749-756) on the age of Jomon. In it, latter term (1670-1780) was a season from the middle of Edo period...
A Fine Mother of Peal/Tortoise Shell Inlaid Lacquer Low Table:
Korea, Choson period, late 19th Century,
This rectangular low table is lacquered with dark brown over all, and top decorated with
a confronted large four-clawed dragon and a long-tailed phoenix inlaid in tortoise shell,
twisted wire and mother of pearl, and amid clouds enclosed in a floral scroll-form border.
It is in very fine condition except a corner having lightly crashed (see photo).
Measures 13 ½” h.x 39/ ¼” L...
Beautiful Chinese carved jade vase, a lovely green and reddish brown jade, the form of the vase itself is carved with a vertically ribbed surface, two highly raised gnarled pine trees are entwined around the vase, beautiful to look at, Republic Period.
Size: 4 3/4" high x 4" wide x 2 1/2" deep.
Lovely Chinese antique half round table, made of hard huali wood with thick piece of white marble on top, very elegant lines, late 19th century.
Size: 34" high x 32 3/4" wide x 16 1/4" deep.
Dong Son bronze bangle with decorative lines excavated from Cambodia with nice green patina.
Age: Cambodia, Dong Son Period, 500 B.C.
Measurement: Diameter 13.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
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