Animal horns carved and shaped this way were used by herders and farmers to give a sick animal liquid medicine. This yak horn was bought in China but was probably made used the Tibetans. Judging from its size, this horn is from a mature (older) Yak...The tip is carved into a delicate animal head ...there are a few surface growth stress cracks on the under side which would be common for a large older animal. horn from tip to end is 11 inches and has good translucence

Early 20th to Art Deco articulated full fob watch chain ending in a triangle lavender plum slag glass fob drop and marked: MADE IN GERMANY. Rhodium plated brass.
5 5/8" x 3/4"; slag glass triangle is ~ 21mm X 19mm.
Wear it as a pendant. Warm rich brass peeking through in all the right places,
This "machine age" articulated watch chain feels fluid from fob to swivel. In good pre owned wearable antique condition for a 90 year old item...

Pipecase of the otoshizutsu form carved out of stag antler with a décor in low relief of a tiger crouching on a rock with sprigs of bamboo surrounding the rock. Surrounding the himotoshi is more bamboo. Unsigned. Japan, 19th century.
H 7 7/8 inches
Worn with old damages in thinner areas of the stag horn and small hole approximately where the pipe head would be, further scraped off with a knife.

An 18k Gold key wind fancy case open face pocket watch with key circa 1900. This antique yellow gold 1-5/8" diameter watch has blued hands and a textured gold face. The ornately tooled and engraved case is stamped K18 on the crown and WARRANTED 18 CARAT 92971 inside the back. The dust cover also has this serial number along with CUIVRE J.D. The works are unmarked and they measure 1-7/16" across. The case snaps shut firmly front and back, it has the original key and it runs well...

A 800 solid hand engraved Italian lidded canister or box circa 1930-35. This lovely silver item is gilded on the interior and it has a lobed design with ornate floral engraving. It could possibly have been for cigarettes, although similar items were also prodiced to hold sugar or tea. It is stamped 800 MILANO and A RONCHI on the bottom...

A vintage, crisply patterned early Canadian pressed or pattern glass 8-1/2" pitcher in the Nova Scotia Starflower pattern (Trenton Glass). Also known as Dewdrop and Flowers (Sandwich 1870s-80s) in the United States, this pitcher is in excellent condition with no cracks, losses, damage or repairs other than a tiny fleabite chip at the bottom of the handle (see image)...

Ex Bonhams: From our Chinese Polychrome Collection, a large gilt copper alloy and lacquered repousse figure of Vajrapani, 18th century, standing pratyalidhasana with a ferocious expression on a repousse and chased lotus throne, left hand in tarjani mudra and his right hand raised above his five-leaf crowned head. The figure is clothed in flowing robes open at the chest to reveal ornamental body jewelry and jeweled necklaces...

A Chinese Porcelain Yen-Yen Vase with the Kangxi Reign Mark But Later Qing or republic revival piece. Height: 39 cm Width/Diameter: 19.5 cm

A Chinese purple-splashed lavender-blue glazed bowl, Jun kilns, Jin Dynasty 1115-1234AD Height: 6.8 cm Width / Diameter: 13.5 cm

A Japanese tobacco tray, known as tabako bon in Japanese. The set comes with a hi-ire or the container for the charcoal, two drawers to put tobacco in and a kiseru or bamboo pipe. The tray is done in lacquer emulating the pattern on wood grain, as if the tray was done simply with wood and a light stain. The metal fittings on the handle are decorated with pine and the lid for the hiire is decorate with motif of gourds...

Chinese Famille Rose Plate. Decorated in bright enamels with a cockerel standing among flowering peonies. Yongzheng/Qianlong C1730/40. Diameter 22.7cm. Condition: shallow flake 0.3cm and three minor frits to underside of rim, no other chips, cracks or restoration.

Chinese Blue and White Beaker and Saucer. Both thinly potted and decorated with floral sprays. Kangxi C1700. Diameter of saucer 11.4cm. Height of beaker 6.2cm. Condition: excellent, pre firing chip to inside of footrim of saucer. No cracks, other chips or restoration.

This nicely carved jade (jadeite) pendant is 2 ½” long, 1 ½” wide and ¼” thick. It is a late 19th or early 20th century product. It is carved on both sides as a twisted RuYi (如意) scepter with LingZhi (靈芝) ends surrounded by a small unknown plant. A small lucky bat is sitting on top of the carving. It is in great condition.

Late 19th Century Chinese Agate Carved Kwan Yin Buddha Ridding Unicorn Qilin

It is 4.6 inches (11.7 cm) tall measured with stand, 3.7 inches (9.3 cm) tall measured without stand by 2.75 inches (7 cm) wide.

It has except natural stone inclusions, flea bite chips, a small hole near the ear, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Black-figure lekythos decorated with two heraldic lions looking back over their shoulders. Rosette and dots in the field.
The vase belongs to the Dolphin Group, which is named after the leaping dolphins on the shoulder. Our piece shows the later decoration of large inverted lotus wreaths.
For a related example cf. vase no. 1977.3.79 in the University Museums, University of Mississippi...

English Victorian period hand painted Tole Inkwell, 2 1/4" high, 3" wide-maximum measurement-Hexagonal point to point, with removable original clear glass ink well fit inside the hole, with dome shape hinged top. Hand painted floral decoration in gold. One(1) slight dent 3/8" x 1/4" wide on the top.

Red Lacquered Papier Mache Pencil Box, beautifully painted of children at play in gold and other soft colors near the bridge, 1 1/4" high, 8 5/8" x 3 3/4" wide. This pencil box has divided interior and hinged top with small round brass button in front to operate the openings and closing when you push the brass button. The lacquer painting on top of the lid is in good condition. There are some red lacquer losses under the top and inside.

A Magnificent George III Sterling Silver Hot Water Jug by the Noted Silversmith Paul Storr, Hallmarked in London, 1809. A Unique Double Ivory Handle, Emanating from Serpents and ending in an Inverted Swans Head. A Gadrooned Lower Base and a Gadroon and Shell Design on the Shoulder. The number "798" is just next to the Storr Hallmark. Dimensions: 8.5" high, weight 32 standard/ 29.2 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.

From our Indian Subcontinent Collection, a fine 19th century Lahore carpet featuring wool on wool construction, utilizing a vibrant palette dominated primarily by various blue on blue hues, accented with burgundy, taupe, cream, lilac and green.

Size and Condition: 11 3/4 feet x 8 3/4 feet. Great pile throughout, strong coloration with only slight oxidation. Remains of original fringe still present, but trimmed...

This very nice carved hard stone brush rest is a mid or late 19th century product. It is 6” long, 2 3/8” high and 1 ¼” thick. It depicts a reclining ewe facing her young kid; both of them are holding a branch of LingZhi (靈芝) in their mouths. It is very well carved and designed. It is in great condition.

A Scottish George III period Helmet Shaped Creamer. Hallmarked in Edinburgh, 1794 by William Robertson. Dimensions; height, 5.75", weight 3.5 ounces. Very fine condition.

A Georgian Silver Creamer or Cream Jug by George Smith, London, 1778. Repousse Design. Initials on bottom. Dimensions; 3.75" high, 3 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.

A George III Silver Cream Jug or Pot by Samuel Meriton and Hallmarked in London in 1777. Of a Baluster Shape with a Hammered Interior. Dimensions; 4.25" high, 2.3 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.

A George III Silver Cream Jug or Pot by David (Father) and Robert (Son) Hennell and Hallmarked in London in 1769. A Repousse Floral and Scroll Design with a Gold Wash Interior. Monogram "S" on front. Dimensions; 3.5" high, 2.3 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.

1800s

This carved wood box is lacquered in a deep red tone and in brownish black on the leafy area. The interior and base are lacquered in black. There are various nicks and scuffs from use and age. The interior retains its shiny finish, while the exterior had acquired a soft luster from age and wear. Acquired in Kyoto, Japan in the early 1970s.

Length: 6 in., Width: 4 ¼ in., Height: 2 ½ in.

Chinese Export Cafe au Lait Porcelain Tea pot, made later part of Qianlong period 1736-1796, 5" high with knob, 7 1/2" wide with spout and handle included. Iron red and black overglaze decoration of flowering branches highlighted in gold inside the leaf shape open cartouches on both sides and another smaller cartouches under the handle. Only two(2) small very shallow old frits, the size of 1/8" inside the unglazed area of the top rim.

This pair of carved ivory seals is an early 20th century product. They are 1 7/16” high and 1” square. They are carved as a pair of reclining lions (or Foo dogs) holding globes. Seals such as these are called “phrase seals.” Usually seals are for names, dates, collections or phrases; phrase seals are the most interesting...

This rectangular jade (nephrite) pendant is 2 3/8" long, 1 5/8" wide and 3/8" thick. It is an early 20th century product. It is carved on both sides as two stylized phoenix facing each other. It is in great condition.

Song Dynasty, 1100s / 1200s

This model of a granary, molded in two parts, has a removable lid that represents the thatched roof over the cup-like base. It is covered overall in a clear greenish glaze with areas of fine crackle and evidence of burial. The interior is unglazed, and the underside of the lid is also unglazed...

Korean antique jang chest-on-chest with stand, originally made for storing folded clothing, two large compartments with smaller openings, each with double doors, a row of four small drawer along the top originally used for storing clothing accessories, on wooden base, made with pine wood, door of top section have mirrors etched with flowers, bottom section has scene of birds and flowers inlaid with mother of pearl, hardware is made of chase brass (silver color) and includes butterfly shaped d...

This a rare set made by Heisey Glass Company. All pieces are etched with two polo player designs. Includes 12" decanter and 6 cordials and 6 lowball glasses. Excellent condition. Decanter has 2-part stopper with strainer and pouring lip. Circa 1920's. Feel free to call or email with any questions or for more pictures. Thanks.

Japanese Enamel Cloisonne pale lavender color vase, Ca. 1880-1920, Meiji period, 8 3/8" high, 4 1/2" wide-widest part, 2 3/4" diameter-top rim, with wireless decoration of snow capped Mt. Fuji, and silver wire and enamel decoration of the Shrine on the higher ground under the Cedar trees, fishing boats in the lake near the small island, with silver mounted top and bottom rim. One(1) bruise mark on enamel inside around the silver rim about 1/8" x 1/4" wide on the bottom and slight hair lines on ...

Chinese Export Rose Medallion porcelain covered dressing jar or box, circa 1870's, 2 5/8" high, 2 1/4" diameter, with overglaze Famille Rose color of figures inside windows and borders with pink floral decoration. No damages or restoration.

Chinese Export Rose Mandarin pattern porcelain covered dressing jar or patch box, circa 1840, 3 5/8" high, 3 1/8" diameter, with overglaze enamel of Chinese Mandarin figures in two(2) cartouches and birds and butterflies in another cartouches. Top of the cover is decorated with full scale of Mandarin court yard activities. The quality of the painting is very fine and still retain brilliant gold highlight. There are some frits size of 1/8" wide on the bottom rim of the cover and old tight h...

A large bronze sculpture in the form of a censer decorated with auspicious motifs, cranes, and scrolling clouds. The lid has a small sculpture of Shoki, the demon queller standing on top of a rock with crashing waves. The side of the censer are two dragons staring at the central figure. The bottom of the censer is held up by four spirits known as shojo, known for drinking large amounts of sake and often seen in Kabuki and noh plays. The base is emulating a five legged cinnabar lacquer with geome...

A Chinese vanity box with three drawers and a mirror that slides out on the top when opened. The bottom of the vanity box contains a continuous scrolling motif often seen in Chinese designs. Age: 19th century. Size: Height: 7.25" Width: 11.3" Length: 8.5"