Late 19th century netsuke of resting Hotei leaning on his bag of gifts and holding a fan in his hands. Hotei was a historical Chinese monk allegedly living in Wuyue kingdom in the 10th century and known for his jolly nature and love of children, he is considered to be an incarnation of Buddha Maitreya - the Buddha of the Future. Excellent strong carving, great face, beautiful depiction of the folds of his robe, wonderful wear and patina...
A rare Song dynasty celadon Ge type large plate with two fish motif, good condition with star crack at the base, small glaze fritts at the rim please see picture for detail, size 28.5 cm diameter.
Rock crystal cylinder seal, with an incised design representing a horseman with a bow hunting a deer. Bactrian Civilisation, 3rd to 2nd century B.C. Height: 3 cm. Abrasion due to age, otherwise very good condition.
Antique Tibetan pair of offering bowls. Each bowl is carved of burl wood and has an ornate silver foot decorated with cabochons of coral and turquoise. The silver bottom of each bowl is incised with a scene of mother and baby fu lions. The bowls have interiors that have been lined and edged with silver.
Age: 19th century
Dimensions of each: 2 1/2" high x 6 1/4" wide
A rare and elegant first period Dr. Wall Worcester cream boat. This thinly potted superb example is of vertical faceted form with a double C-scroll handle with a raised thumb rest, and is painted in blue in the Prunus Root pattern. The gnarled root depicted has flowering branches trailing around the rim and small insects, the bottom with workman mark "IH".
Pristine condition with no issues at all. Clear, non-blurred painting...
Antique Chinese set of four (4) porcelain plaques in hardwood frames. Each plaque has a short poem and is signed by the artist Cheng Yi Ting (1895-1948). Two adorable small birds appear on each plaque surrounded by lotuses.
Size : 16.25" height, 9.25" width
Antique Japanese maiwai, katazome stencil dye on cotton, padded and in excellent condition, 51"(4'2") x 51", circa Meiji (1868-1912) to Taisho period (1912-1926). This maiwai is old but has been well maintained, pretty clean condition without any odor. One damaged area (did not go through to the liner) was repaired with very small stitches (photo #9). The photo #10 shows the area before it was repaired with stitches and filled with red color...
A scarce scarce Mesopotamian Bifacial tablet seal in greenish black stone, Mesopotamia, ca. 4th.-3rd. millenium BC.
The seal predynastic and very interesting in that it has a double image of stylized scorpions and a labyrint.
Size: 28 mm. long and 19 mm. wide.
Condition: Choice, fine patina and wear but intact.
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Beautiful ink painting of sumie grapes. There is an inscription and cartouche. It measures 24.25" wide 88" tall overall, the image measures 15.75"wide 58.25" tall.
Beautiful bronze Noh Theater figure 'Okina' by the acclaimed craftsman "Shusei". His signature is on the back. The detailed bronze work is superb and the detachable face mask catches the character of 'Okina' sublimely. Made in the late Taisho Period C.1920. With a light source in front, the shadows will dance. H:32cm x W:27cm. Ask for shipping quote.
Wonderful Antique Japanese Imari two-piece flower arranger, Meiji Period c 1868-1912; the bowl with looped and reticulated border of interlocking rings, the interior decorated with blue, orange and beige fish and lilies, auspicious symbols of longevity and good fortune. The underside marked with a lucky symbol. The bowl is in good condition, some flaking on the perforated cover. No restoration or chips. The dish measures 12" diameter x 2 3/4" high.
Chinese reverse glass painting in original wood frame.
30 x 24cm. Undated, estimated to be early 19th century or earlier. Text on reverse of frame. Can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide.Will require substantial packing to protect in transit
A very nice Tang Camel with a nice crackling glaze. It is hard to date this piece, could be early 19th century or earlier. Size: H.44cm. W. 32cm. Condition: No repairs or chips.
Very refined zushi with the sculpture of the bodhisattva Jizo. He stands on a lotus throne on rocks, holding a jewel in his left hand, his right hand missing. Behind his head a halo with very fine decoration in relief of clouds and jewels. Light wood with polychrome and gorgeous gold decoration, especially on the garment. Japan, Edo period, 19th century.
Height 6 in. (15.3 cm).
Right hand missing, otherwise excellent condition...
A very fine Swedish Belle Époque Crystal Chandelier measuring 48” x 48”
Black Overlay over Caramel Color Glass Snuff Bottle - Squirrel and Grapes, 19th C.
This is a fine, flattened, Vase Form Snuff Bottle, with a round elongated neck, a wide mouth, and a raised oval footing. It is decorated on both sides with a black overlay over a caramel color ground, depicting a charming scene of a squirrel on a grape vine. It comes with a metal and a turquoise colored crystal stopper...
A magnificently hand chased and engraved sterling silver coin purse in a most unusual shape. Dates circa 1875. When opened are 2 slots for coins and a compartment for folded bills or notes on the left. On the right is an oval frame that may have held a photo or mirror. The purse closes perfectly and it has a mesh wrist strap attached. The case measures about 4" long x 2" wide. The total measurement including the strap and tassel is about 11" long...