Thai wooden finial, used for decoration on top of temple's roof.
(Chofa is a symbol of bird which located on the center-top of temple roof, and used to protect from bad spirits)
Age: Thailand, Rattanakosin Period, 19th Century
Size: Height 202 C.M. / Width 31.5 C.M. (size excluding stand)
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age including natural wears from age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details...
This is Yogi of the great high quality of Edo period. As for this, the Kaiki- silk of the high quality is used. As for this, silk Katazome is used for the part of the shoulder. It is dyed with an indigo plant. And it is a cover for the shoulder regions. As for this, around four holes from 2cm to 3cm are seen in a Katazome part. The green Tumugi- silk thread is basting thread.
In this Yogi, good-quality silk spun by hand is used. And it is very thin...
Spectacular 19th Century miniature Buddha's Throne from Mandalay, Burma. Elaborately hand carved wood with finest gilding inlaid with countless cabochons and colored mirror pieces. This throne/altar also has 2 fine angels as well a pair of beautifully carved Royal Peacocks on top. Very good condition. Size: H. 34" x W. 16" x D. 11.5" (87 cm x 40 cm. x 29 cm.). Rare and perfect for placing an important Buddha statue.
Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 57.6 C.M. / Width 29 C.M. (size excluding stand)
Condition: Intact with original condition. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail
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An attractive pair of antique Chinese porcelain plates, each hand painted with a large, leaping blue carp with russet colored cross-hatched scales. The carp was an auspicious fish in China and a symbol of perseverance and success, often applied to success in business enterprises and state examinations. In excellent condition (no cracks, chips or hairlines), this pair of deep-dish plates would have served as large shallow bowls as well...
Chinese late ming swatow dish decorated with incised fish motive. Good conditions. 32 cm diameter.
Chinese Northern song period incised flower celadon bowl. 18,5 cm diameter. Good conditions except crackled glaze and glaze degradation because this item found from shipwreck.
A rare gilded and lacquered wooden statue of Buddha from the Ming Dynasty. Size: H.17.5cm.
W.At the base. 9.3cm.
Condition: No repairs. Some of the gilding has gone and the right hand is missing. See last photo.
A very beautiful and rare bronze mace head, Western Asian, dating to the 2nd. millenium BC
A rare Luristan bronze mace head. The upper body with a segmented swelling, bordered by bands, interesting large discus at each end, makes it a very rare type.
Size: ca. 129 mm. high and massive.
Condition: Superb, with excellent brown and green patina - a gem!
Provenance: Old Danish private Collection (Hans Henningsen), bought in the 1980s in London.
Chinese Tang dynasty or Five dynasties figure of bird whistle. good conditions. 8 cm wide.
An Indian stone surahi expertly turned on a lathe from a single piece of black steatite, a variety of soapstone. It is beautifully made and very light, displaying the remarkable hollowing performed by the artisan. It relates directly to bronze and brass versions from the 18th century. With this flask is a turned alabaster bowl, also elegantly made, that has a curious slightly domed bottom. The bowl perhaps dates from the 19th century...
Chinese horizontal panel carving with red lacquer and gilt accenting. A strong central figure stands with a person kneeling before him, and two heavenly figures on horseback to either side. Many other smiling figures gather closely while tree branches hang from below. The panel is framed and bordered in soft velvet.
Size: 30.5" length, 12.25" height, 2.5" width
An oval Thewa pendant from Rajasthan in northern India. Thewa is the technique invented around 400 years ago where filigree gold designs are fused onto a coloured glass ground, then backed with silver foil. This pendant depicts prey being attacked in what looks like a palace garden. The work is very fine and I have had to show the photographs oversize to show the detail...
A genuine antique 1 TICAL Bronze Opium Weight of Mythical Lion, 18th Century (1767-1785), Burma, with 9-rayed star emblem marking (asterisk) on octagon base. 16 gr., excellent condition, natural aged patina.
A genuine antique 2 TICAL Bronze Opium Weight of Mythical Chinthe Lion, 18th Century (1767-1785), Burma, with 4-rayed star emblem (asterisk) on octagon base. Excellent condition, 32.7 gr. with natural patina.
Chinese Mid Qing dynasty crackled glaze large bowl covered with nice glazed. 18th century. 21cm top rim diameter. 22cm body diameter. 11,5 cm high. Good conditions.
Beautiful pair of Chinese 17th/18th century display cabinets, made with a combination of dramatic hardwoods. Two upper shelves are bordered by decorative carved panels. Two drawers sit above a hinged pair of doors with roomy storage inside.
Provenance: Pvt. Collection Zentner Family
Size: 71.5" height, 30.75" width, 17.5" depth
A Japanese Kyo-yaki bowl decorated with acorns and oak leaves in thick gosu blue enamel. The moulded stoneware body is probably from a Seto kiln. Meiji period.
Approximately 14.5 cm diameter, 5 cm high...
A rare small Ming wooden Buddha with traces of lacquer seated on a lotus pedestal with his hands joined in prayer. Age: Over 500 years old. Size: H. 15cm. W. 7.3cm. Condition: No repairs. About most 0f the lacquer is gone from age.
A Chinese cloisonné enamel vase decorated with scrolling lotus flowers against a white ground. Early 19th century.
Approximately 13 cm high...
Chinese late Qing to early Repubic period muted iron red and black lacquered provincial wood chest or cabinet painted with gold bamboo and flowers. The interior is embellished with red flowers on black lacquer. Two sets of double-doors each open to reveal a drawer and an open storage area. A panel below the open area slides up to reveal a hidden storage compartment at the bottom. The chest appears to have the original distressed lacquer finish and hardware...
Japanese Edo period woodblock print by Utagawa Toyokuni I (1769-1825) depicting the Kabuki actor Ichikawa Danjuro possibly portraying Yoshitsune wearing a kimono with a pattern of Karasu (crow) Tengu. The mythical half man half bird creatures who lived deep in the woods were masters of swordsmanship with whom Yoshitsune practiced sword fighting. The tsuba on both swords is in the form of the crest of the Ichikawa family...
Beautifully hand carved antique Chinese lime stone seated buddha.
The buddhas is dressed in long flowing robes draping the lower body in soft pleats...
17th Century Tibetan storage chest with two large front doors. Hand painted with spiraling lotus designs over green background. The interior is roomy with a single shelf. Very heavy in weight. Beautifully naturally worn original finish.
Size: 34" height, 40.75" width, 19.5" depth
An unusual Japanese keyaki tansu/ Toranku with a deep original red lacquer finish. This sturdy trunk has a top locking lid opening to an upper storage compartment. Flat top allows items to be placed on the top aswell. The bottom of the trunk has a large single drawer with interesting diamond style decorative hardware, and flower shaped handle mounts.
Size: 19" height, 35" width, 19.5" depth
Antique Japanese full size two section isho tansu (chest on chest for clothing), made of kiri (paulownia) wood with original deep reddish brown translucent lacquer finish with wonderful patina especially around the iron work. This chest has four large drawers and a small safe box in the lower right hand corner with two interior drawers finished to match the front of the chest. Iron work includes warabite shaped drawer pulls and large lock plates.
Original Conditon and glowing finish.
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Early 19th century, Kioto School Netsuke of two Playful Puppies. One of them is placing its paws on top of an awabi shell, while the other one is curiously placing its paws on its back. Excellent detail and great hairwork. Large eyes inlaid in dark horn. The spaces between the hind legs of a Puppy and the awabi shell serve as natural himotoshi, common of netsuke from the Edo Period. Netsuke measures 0.84 inches (2.1cm) wide, 1.52 inches (3.8cm) long, and 1.08 inches (2.8cm) tall. Excellent ...
Burmese wooden chest with Buddhist story design.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 61.5 C.M. / Width 63.5 C.M. / Length 120.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Burmese wooden chest with glass.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 48.7 C.M. / Width 45 C.M. / Length 77.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Burmese wooden chest with lacquer design of Buddhist story.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 54 C.M. / Width 60 C.M. / Length 99 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Burmese wooden chest with lacquer design of Buddhist story.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 62 C.M. / Width 65 C.M. / Length 114 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Burmese wooden chest with angels design.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 61 C.M. / Width 64 C.M. / Length 116.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Burmese wooden chest with lacquer design.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 43.6 C.M. / Width 49 C.M. / Length 79.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Burmese wooden chest with gilded gold.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 49.5 C.M. / Width 43.2 C.M. / Length 80.3 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Burmese wooden chest with gilded gold.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 58.6 C.M. / Width 63 C.M. / Length 120 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Length: 4.5cm (1.8 in)
Height: 2.4cm (1.0 in)
Depth: 2.7cm (1.1 in)
Old Chinese toggle of a reclining Foo dog; natural material; old gold collection mark to the base; old patina showing age lines; good condition
Length: 4.5cm (1.8 in)
Height: 2.0cm (0.8 in)
Depth: 3.5cm (1.4 in)
Old Chinese toggle of a reclining Foo dog; natural material; old collection mark to the base; old patina showing age lines; good condition
Korean Goryeo period stoneware bottle vase with wide shoulders tapering to the base and trumpet neck ending in a cup-shaped mouth covered overall in a finely crackled olive-rust tinted celadon glaze. The glaze stops irregularly above the flat, unglazed base that has burned red from firing. Circa 11th-13th century. 11 1/8” high. Good overall condition. There is an original firing imperfection (slight indent) at the rim. A fine quality restoration was made to an old crack at the rim. It i...
Late 1800s
This pale buff earthenware vase is painted with a fairly elaborate Moorish design derived from Middle Eastern ceramics. The front is tin glazed, and the back is largely unglazed, exposing the earthenware body. Two loop handles are attached to the shoulder for suspension. There is a small old chip to the lip of the opening. There are some small glaze skips from firing, and some old wear from use. No cracks or repairs.
Height: 9 ½ in., Width: 7 ¼ in.
Mid 1800s
This vase, of a pale amethyst tone, was hand-blown with slightly fluted vertical segments from top to bottom. It is decorated in colored enamels that are lightly raised and enhanced by gold enamel, now somewhat worn. It is in good condition.
Height: 7 ½ in., Width: 5 ¼ in.
Burmese wooden chest with Buddhist story design.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 49.5 C.M. / Width 48 C.M. / Length 79.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Burmese wooden chest with angels design.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Measurement: Height 53 C.M. / Width 61.3 C.M. / Length 94.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
This is Shirushi-Hanten used in Kyoto for Edo period. This is dyed with a natural indigo plant. As for this, cotton is spun by hand. And this has good texture. As for this, a pattern is dyed in Tsutsugaki.
This has the stain such as the image. There is no damage.
Size 85cm x 136.5cm (33.4 "x 53.7")
Japanese Lady's Dressing Box Meiji Period. The front and lid are decorated with wood marquetry inlays.The doors have inlays of MOP and assorted stones depicting birds etc. Lots of drawers, original hardware..(sorry, no key) box is 17 x 14 x 7 inches. back and sides are painted black
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")
Rare Khmer sandstone Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base.
Age: Cambodia, 17th Century
Measurement: Height 79 C.M. / Width 46.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age). Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
19th Century Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Vase with Figures
It is 6 inches (15.2 cm) tall by 2.5 inches (6.3 cm) wide.
It has small chips at the foot, rubbing of paint, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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This is Noragi used in the Shonai, Yamagata district for the Meiji period. As for this, cotton is used for the warp. And cotton thread and Koyori-Paper colored into a weft with a natural indigo plant are used.
It is the item which this is called Denti, and a bride brings in the case of a wedding ceremony. This has a hole of 7cm x 9cm (2.7 "x 3.5") to a back. This has some stains, but does not stand out. Size 70cm x 60cm (27.5 "x 23.6")
This a Kioto School Netsuke, carved in Late 18th / Early 19th centuries, that depicts a seated and laughing Hotei. His robe falling open to reveal a large hairy belly. The robe with incised geometrical patterns. Faithful time-period chimney himotoshi. Wonderful two-tone patina; a shade darker on the back and bottom. Netsuke measures 1.66 inches (4.2cm) wide, and 1.12 inches (2.8cm) tall. It has some age hairlines, common to netsuke this old, but, it is solid, and otherwise, in excellent conditio...
A beautiful Chinese huanghuali side table of simple, elegant design with lavish grain and a warm lacquer finish. Wonderful Condition.
Size: 21.75" height, 24" width, 17.75" depth
DESCRIPTION: A large polychromed wood figure of Saint Martin De Porres, Peruvian, 18th C. Here he is depicted gazing upward toward heaven, arms outstretched, wearing his Dominican robe embroidered in gold with a long painted rosary dangling past his waist. His white undergarment is richly painted with flowers and gold leafy tendrils. Carved in full round, his head is set with glass eyes and he retains a good amount of the original paint. DIMENSIONS: 26 inches high (66 cm).
SAINT MARTIN...
Original Antique Japanese gyosho bako (merchant's chest) made from kiri (paulownia) wood with a red lacquer finish. Its front features two doors on iron hinges, with iron fan shaped corner hardware and locks. Many drawers of varying size and handle styles sit within. The sides of the box have iron rings for a merchant to attach straps and carry. Original condition and glowing finish. Wonderful piece.
Edo age (1615-1868)
Size: 34" height, 11.75" width, 22" depth
A beautiful late 19th C. Chinese Huang yang mu wooden small stand, in excellent condition. H:7cm x D: 7cm. $245
Beautifully carved high quality inkstone with grinding surface and deep "inkwell". there is a tiny chip on right edge of the ink stone...see photo for scale
measures roughly 6 x 3.5 x .9 inches
Lovely Chinese porcelain jar with a cheerful family scene. Enamels are rich and colorful. In excellent condition, no chips, no hairlines, no cracks. Measures 5 inches high, 5.5" diameter. Tongzhi, circa 1860
Mid 1800s
This tray has a well-painted floral design with green arabesques covering the interior. The exterior is lacquered black and undecorated. There is an overall crackle effect to the interior. There is no flaking, and old separations along the base and sides are stable. Generally, it is in good condition with only modest wear to the interior.
Length: 17 ¾ in., Width: 12 ½ in., Height: 1 5/8 in.
Early 1800s
This candlestick is cast in the form of a medieval, possibly English, bearded ma. The candle cups and base are attached by a hand-cut screw that formed part of the casting. It has an old, though not original patina. It is in good condition.
Height: 8 ½ in., Width: 6 in.
Circa 1700s
This polychrome wood carving appears to be in original paint with old wear and some losses. The right arm has been reattached and a thin base was attached to the base later. Old label with attributes on bottom.
Height: 7 in.
Early 1800s
This portrait of a saint is thickly painted with old losses, particularly to part of the right background. There is an old date label on back. Old worm damage is visible on the back.
Height: 6 in., Width: 4 ¾ in., Thickness: 5/8 in.
Description:
A San-Cai cosmetic box was well preserved.
Fine crackles were yielded in the glaze.
Date: Tang Dynasty, 9th-10th century.
Width: 10.5cm
A custom-made cotton box is included.
