Large skyphos with tapered body, rounded shoulder and straight lip. Oblique handles on the shoulder, standing on a ring base. Hard-fired ceramic decorated with horizontal bands of reddish glaze. Groups of wavy lines on the reserved handle zone.
Orientates on cups of the Thapsos Class and derived types.
For a related example, cf. Beazley Archive vase 9008878.
Etruscan, Italo-Geometric, 700-650 BC
Ceramic
H. 11 cm (4.3 in), D. rim 13 cm (5.1 in)
W...

Very refined Japanese lacquered wood tray representing a branch of plum blossoms and bamboo leaves in gold and brown lacquer. The decor is placed on a brown base in the style of a basket weave. The back is in black lacquer (ro-iro). The protective wooden box is original and signed on the lid and inside. Dimensions: 10 x 18 cm. Period: Meiji (1868-1912) 19/20th century.

SOLD Antique Chinese, Sino-Tibetan,19th century, Qing Dynasty, trousse set, mounted in jeweled silver, comprising a knife and bone chopsticks. The knife has a sharp, sturdy, hand-forged, long steel blade cut on one side with a narrow fuller.

The hilt is composed of two buffalo horn grip scales, mounted with an embossed and finely pierced cup pommel. The rosewood scabbard is adorned with silver fittings intricately crafted in repousse low relief...

Width: 5 cm (2 in)
Height: 1.7 cm (0.8 in)
Weight: 89 gms

Fine Chinese Paktong ink box with silver inlaid script to the top and an individual wandering through a rural landscape on the base; each cartouche is encircled with double silver rings; lovely patina; good condition

Appealing stone neoclassical head on top of a partially preserved pilaster.
The round head shows arched eyebrows, eyes with defined lids, a straight nose, and a sensuous mouth. The wavy hairdo is covered by a band of serrated ivy leaves and corymbs. Tight curls frame the forehead and the temples...

A pair of famille rose cups decorated with flowers. Tongzhi(1862-1875) mark and of the period. One cup is in excellent condition, other one seems to have a restored small chip and hairline, please refer to photo #6. Size: 4-1/4"D X 2-3/8"H

Width: 12 cm (4.8 in)
Total Height on Stand: 6.8 cm (2.7 in)

Fine Chinese famille rose fluted bowl decorated with floral garlands and insects resting on its original stand showing the same decoration; internally the bowl depicts a Koi swimming amongst weed; the bowl’s base shows a hand-painted Tongzhi mark; minor flake on the bowl base rim; good condition

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")

A fine Chinese Han dynasty Yue ware ear cup. Lt. 10.5cm. Condition: soil inclusion, no restore, in good condition as shown. Shipping from Taipei, Taiwan via EMS at actual cost. Item selling at various platforms, please inquire before ordering. Duration of shipment may take up to a month due to the pandemic.

MEMENTO MORI

Lidded container for mortuary tablet made of pine tree actually once used at a private house in Andong in east central Korea, early 20th century, approx. 25.5 x 14.5 x H 33.8cm (10.03 x 5.70 x 13.30in)...

LARGE TRAY FOR SEAWEED SHEET MAKING

Korean wooden tool actually used for making papery thin sheet of edible seaweed, early 20th century, 46 x 38 x H 19cm (18.11 x 14.96 x 7.48in). Aged deterioration as is, with stains and scratches. *Other stuff in the photos are not attached...

Antique 19th century, a fine example of a French hand-blown and cut amethyst glass vase, attributed to the prestigious Baccarat manufacture.

The vase is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship, with a canted ovoid baluster shape that elegantly tapers towards the bottom. Its flared neck and scalloped rim add to its grace and charm. The intricate empire-style ornaments of the vase have been cut and gilt to perfection, and the overall balance of the design is simply mesmerizing...

Toyokuni print, please contact for details

Solid lion applique with rounded back. Deeply engraved beady eyes, slit mouth and incision along the forehead. The small ears protruding from the suggested mane.
H. 5.2 cm (2 in)
Terracotta
Eastern Mediterranean, 6th/5th century BC
Intact and rare.
Ex New York collection, acquired 1970s-1980s.

The authenticity of the object is unconditionally guaranteed.

This exquisite hookah base is a rare antique that dates back to the early 18th century, originating from the Safavid Dynasty of Islamic Central Asia. The base is crafted from high-quality ceramic material and features an alluring turquoise glaze finish, adding to its appeal. The bell-shaped form is a classic design that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional, with a tubular neck that allows for easy attachment to the hookah stem...

Sukisha is the word is used to refer to a person who is an enthusiast of sado (tea ceremony) beside his or her profession, or it refers to a person who owns collectable tea utensils.

The selected pieces include Takahashi Dohachi III (1811-1879) persimmon glaze Tenmoku tea bowl, Mashimizu Zoroku II (1861-1936) Kobiki tea bowl, Hozan kiln tea bowl, Akahada Hakeme tea bowl from the early 19th century , Kohagi tea bowl from the early to mid-Edo period, and Karatsu Itome tea bowl from the ...

An amethyst snuff bottle in pebble shape, the outside carved in relief with birds among twigs. Moderately hollowed. The stopper en suite, in the form of a bird, spoon made of bone. Condition: few rough areas and tiny chips. Dimension: 7.2 cm high.

Sensational late Meiji Period C.1910 maru obi with lovely hexagons with mokko motif inside couched in pine branches of different colors on a beige silver background. Woven on both sides; folded in half is 194 cm x 2 for entire length. 13" wide. Perfect condition. Ask for shipping quote.