Kake-fukusa which is used to cover a gift on the occasion of auspicious events. It is made of tapestry weave silk with auspicious omen motifs, pine tree, plum tree with bloom and bamboo. Generally, in good condition except for a rift of the black yarn in the pine tree circle and some stains in the blue ground, and also three holes in the red silk lining in the back. Meiji period (1868~1912) 67cm x 72cm

Kake-Fukusa, a gift cover made of tapestry weave silk with carp and stream design. It is used to cover a gift on the auspicious event. The family crest (kamon) is Umebachi-mon. Four tassels are metal yarn. Generally, in good condition, but has light stains in blue ground and white waves. Meiji period (1868~1912) 63xm x 63cm

A large Japanese bronze flower vase, Edo period, 17th century. 30 cms. Provenence: The collection of the late Simon Digby, Oriental scholar, 1932-2010. A very similar vase, but with different handles, is illustrated by Michael Goedhuis, Chinese and Japanese Bronzes, 1989, pl.92.

A Very Fine Korean Bronze Candle Holder/Butterfly, Fish.Character-19th C. Korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th C. This set of the candle holder sets of slender elegant designs in a molded symmetrical double happiness H-shape connecting to the stand...

Rhyton, of conical shape, decorated at its base with the bust of a ram. Geometric design incised all over the body of the object. Bronze, with fine reddish-green age patina and traces of soil encrustations. Bactrian Civilisation, ca. 4th century B.C. Height: 15.3 cm. The piece is nicely mounted on a custom stand. Very good condition.

A serene vision of enlightenment, calming and compassionate, can be seen in the later Edo period Buddhist carving of Amitabha. He stands on a lotus base, with a flame like mandala rising up behind him in the shape of a jewel, the entire gilded in pure gold worn soft with age and care. The figure alone is 39 cm (15-1/2 inches) tall. With the base and mandala, it is 65.5 cm (just under 26 inches) tall. It is in excellent condition...

A magnificent jeweled French late 18th century silver Holy Water Reliquary with cabochon cut jewels (synthetic) measuring 4” in width and 6 inch in length. The reliquary folding for travel and personal use. A museum piece for a collector and admiration

A nice tanged bronze lance from Ancient Near East, East Caspian Sea Area, 2nd. mill BC.

The lance with rouned shoulders and a defined, central midrib, interesting thick tang.

Size: c. 21,5 cm.

Condition: Nice Very fine, wear, but nice metal. Beautiful red patination.

Ex. Private Collection in Denmark, formed in the 1990's.

An antique Japanese large Osaka Todana Tansu (storage chest) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Hinoki (Cypress) wood. Two large sliding doors opens to a spacious area for storage. Mitered corners with mortise and tenon joinery and side slats incorporated for strength and support. Original bronze hardware.

Age: Meiji Period (1880-1890)

Dimensions: 71 1/4" Wide by 36 1/2" High by 20" Deep

Boro futonji made of mostly hand-spun cotton and vegetable indigo dye in one side, and stripes in the other side. Late 19th to early 20th century. 94cm x 152cm

This is my Chinese tea pot collection stand 4 in height 4 in diameter is in very good condition with no damage If you have any question please email me anytime Shipping cost will provide with your shipping address Thank you

This is my Chinese tea pot collection stand 3 5/8 in height 4 in diameter is in very good condition with no damage If you have any question please email me anytime Shipping cost will provide with your shipping address Thank you

This is my Chinese tea pot open work stand 3 3/4 in height 3 1/4 in diameter is in very good condition with no damage If you have any question please email me anytime Shipping cost will provide with your shipping address Thank you

17th century Karatsu ware Tea Bowl (Chawan) made in Kihara kiln in Kyushu region

Kihara kiln of Kyushu region was operating during the transition times between the decline of Karatsu tea ceremonial ware and the raise of Shoki-Imari ware (approx...

A Chinese Celadon Glazed Pear Shaped Vase. Circa, 12th-14th Century, Song-Yuan Dynasty. Found in the Philippines. Featuring a rounded body rising from a short straight foot, tapering inwards to its shoulders onto a long straight neck, slightly flaring to its mouth. The vase is covered overall in an olive green celadon glaze, except for the base. Measurements: height (5.9"inches or 15.5cm). Condition: in perfect condition. No repairs...

A beautiful octagon shaped table circa 1880 opening to reveal a lined interior that can be removed. The base in the shape of an eight sided vase with Cabrio carved legs. Measuring 17” in diameter and the height 27.5” QUILLEN ESTATE

Early 19c Chinese scholar’s carved rosewood double dragon brush rest. The dragons have wonderful facial features with turned up snouts. There is a round knob on the top between the two facing dragons to turn it easily. The bodies, feet and curling tails are wonderful. Workmanship and quality is superb, showing early original patina to the surfaces. The color is a rich reddish brown with all the shiny areas right where they should be from handling...

A light raku chawan displaying a mitsuba-aoi family crest pressed into the side which has been shattered and repaired with black lacquer mellowed slightly brown, then broken again and repaired with gold. An amazing amount of work to save the fragments. The bowl is 12.5 cm (5 inches) diameter6.5 cm (2-1/2 inches) tall and comes enclosed in an old Kiri-wood collectors’ box...

Traditional brush and ink Chinese painting of birds done in the style of Jin Cheng 金城. This homage was done in the 20th century and is very attractively mounted a silk scroll. Jin Cheng travelled internationally and was a founding member of the influential Chinese Painting Research Society (Zhongguo huaxue yanjiuhui) that became later known as the Hu Society (Hu she). The writing at the top right is an apocryphal dedication- gifted to Yu Po 1907...

Chief god of the underworld. Of slender form, depicted mummiform, he is wearing the atef crown, fronted with an ureas, wearing the false beard and with hands emerging from tightly fitting garment. 2 3/4 inches/7 cm high. Mounted. Late Period, 600-300 B.C. Mounted. Private AZ. collection. Ex. Bill Freeman estate collection, Santa Fe, N.M. & Scottsdale AZ., acquired 1960’s - 1970’s. Reserved

This child with a pleasant face happily rides his toy horse, the horse looking just as pleased. The entirety is a porcelain sake server from the Saga region on the southern Island of Kyushu, home to Imari, Hirado and other porcelain ware. A bung of black persimmon wood has been added as a lid in the shape of a Chinese hat. It is 21 x 12 x 21 cm (8 x 4-3/4 x 8 inches) and in overall fine, original condition, dating from the 19th century.

A Southern Chinese or Vietnamese bowl, covered all-over with a pale celadon glaze. This bowl dates to the C14-15th; or before. Quite delicately potted; gently rising from it's low, unglazed, foot to a slightly everted rim. Diameter; 13.5 cm. Condition; In presentable condition wih nice glaze qulaity, there are a couple of small nibble to the underside of the rim, and also the the foot. More photos are available upon request.

A Chinese, blue and white glazed, inkstone decorated with lion-dogs, playing with a brocaded ball. A nicely painted piece for the Scholar's desk, and dating to the late Ming dynasty; C16th to early C17th. Traces of kiln grit are attached to the inner foot, and the base bears an apocryphal four-character Zhengde reign mark. Diameter, 10.7 cm Condition; good, with age relate wear.

A pair of covered ceremonial Sake-Tsubo called Heiji decorated with the three auspicious winter plants, Sho-chiku-bai (Pine, bamboo and plum) by Ito Tozan II enclosed in the original wooden box Plum pine and bamboo rise up in a riot of color on the thinly crackled pale glaze covering the surface. Inside the box is dated Showa 11 (1936) 8th month, 9th day. Each is roughly 22 cm (9 inches) tall and in excellent condition, each uniquely stamped on the base with the artist seal...

Magnificent Ki Seto Water Jar made in the Mid to Late Edo period
Supplied with the old wooden lid.


Size
Height 16cm
Width 17cm
Weight 800g


Condition
Good considering the age.
There are minor cracks but it is no problem to use.

Ki Seto ware, also known as Yellow Seto ware, is a type of Japanese pottery that originated in the Seto region during the medieval period...

Late Edo to Meiji period (19c) Kuro Oribe Chawan
The body covered with black dull glaze and geometrical Oribe style scenery, with unglazed foot ring and surrounding area.

Size
Height 8.3cm
Width 12-13cm


Condition
Good considering the age.
There is tiny gold repair of the rim.
There are scratches of the glaze due to age.

Supplied with the wooden box with appraisal label Kuro Oribe Chawan

Oribe ware is a form of Japanes...

Luxurious and heavy Korean Amamori (leaking rain) Incense Burner Kōro from Edo period.

The irregular shape and the base resemble Japanese Wabi Sabi tea bowls which tells that this piece was made specifically for Japanese market.

Amamori means the surface stained with spots that look like rain leaks on a wall creating beautiful complex scenery.

Size
Height 9.6 cm
Width 7.7 cm
Weight 1046 g


Condition
Scratches due to age, kiln scra...

Early Ming Dynasty (14-15cc) Longquan Celadon Stem Cup
Skillfully repaired with gold.
Supplied with Japanese wooden box...

Momoyama period (1568-1600) Ko Karatsu Sake Cup with beautiful greenish glaze...

This is a Japanese antique Edo Period tsutsugaki fireman sashiko coat textile. It is an item with the long and thickness that is very firm. Sashiko-cloth is sewn on the back and collar to represent affiliation and status...

Antique Japanese ceramic figure of the famous monk, Bodhidharma. Well known for his intense demeanor, Bodhidharma (Daruma) stands with fly wisk in hand, his signature red monk's robes draped around him. Daruma figures represent perseverance and are believed to bring good fortune. This figure is decorated with polychromatic glazes and painted details.

Dimensions: 17 1/2" high x 7" wide x 5 1/2" deep

A Karatsu ware tea bowl with silver mending (gin-tsugi) which is mending technique, broken pieces are put together with urushi and then silver powder is applied. It has simple painting which is called E-karatsu. Karatsu ware has been produced in the east part of Saga and the north part of Nagasaki prefectures in Kyushu since late 16th century. This one is made of four fragments of Karatsu-yaki (yobi-tsugi). Probably 17th century. Diameter:13cm, H:4 to 5cm

An antique Japanese Negoro Choba Tansu (merchant chest) made of Hinoki (Cypress) and Suginoki (Cryptomeria) woods. Original hand forged iron hardware and Negoro Urushi lacquer finish. Complete with 8 drawers and 2 sets of sliding doors. The upper doors has a spacious storage area where the merchant stored his business records and books. The lower doors has books and records storage to the left and four small storage drawers to the right. A secret drawer hides behind the center of the lower d...

An antique Japanese Chobako (merchant box) made entirely of Hinoki (Cypress) wood. All original hand forged iron hardware. Two drawers where papers, documents and writing instruments were stored. Top carrying handle to easily move box from room to room.

Age: Meiji period (1880-1890)

Dimensions: 12" Wide by 10" High by 16 1/4" Deep

An antique Japanese Tansu chest made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All hand forged iron hardware. 2 sliding doors with spacious storage behind with 3 side by side drawers below for additional storage. A single section that would accent any space below a window sill or at the foot of a bed.

Age: Meiji/Taisho Era (1910-1920)

Dimensions: 35 3/8" Wide by 15 5/8" High by 15" Deep. ...

This beautiful bronze zen temple gong was made by one of Japan's great bronze craftsman who lived from The Meiji Period (1868) through the Showa Period. Famous for the gold shachihoko bronze fish on the roof of Nagoya Castle. This gong is dated Taisho 3 (Ca.1915). The writing has the date, the maker's name and all the donors' names. Excellent condition. H:56cm; diameter 30cm.

An antique Japanese Kansai Choba Tansu (merchant chest) made of Hinoki (Cypress) wood. All original hand forged iron hardware. 6 exterior drawers with 2 sets of sliding doors. Upper doors and the left side of the lower doors originally used to store merchant books and records. Right side of lower doors has three additional drawers for storage of valuables. Access to the secret drawer is found by removing the lower doors, pushing back a wood bar above the upper drawer and removing the center...

An antique Japanese Buddha statue of Shaka Nyorai standing on a Lotus stand made of wood and finished in gilt. The Buddha has the Vitarka Mudra hand gesture symbolizing the wisdom and teachings of Buddhism. The nimbus has 7 sitting Buddha in meditation surrounding Shaka Nyorai.

Age: Edo Period (1603-1867)

Dimensions: 30 1/2" High by 9" Wide by 9" Deep

This is beautiful Japanese cloisonné enamel vase stand 7 1/2 in height Is in very good condition with No damage The vase has read color enamel with cherry blossom work from 1930s If you have any question please email me anytime Shipping cost will provide with your shipping addresses Thank you

This is lovely Japanese cloisonné enamel vase stand 7in height is in very good condition with No damage It has nice read color enamel with chrysanthemum flower from 1930§ If you have any question please email me any time Shipping cost will provide with your shipping address Thank you

A Chinese bronze slender pear-shaped vase unusually cast in high relief with two guei dragons, each with long double-ended tail, one reaching the base, the other the rim. 31 cms, late Ming dynasty, 16th/17th century. A couple of shallow knocks to the underside. Otherwise good condition.

Simple, elegant, and functional, this Meiji period kyūsu (teapot) was crafted with precision and care by one of the periods most accomplished ceramicists. Showcasing refined beauty and delicate craftsmanship for which Japanese porcelain is renowned, its smooth and lustrous white glaze exudes an air of purity and simplicity. Most importantly, its ergonomic shape and comfortable grip, along with its clean lines and minimalist design, help contribute to a sense of tranquility and harmo...

This is a truly one-of-a-kind masterpiece of exquisite beauty that rewards long and repeated viewing. We have never seen a silver Joseon Dynasty lady's dagger (eunjangdo) with engraving entirely in a floral motif like this. The details are stunningly rendered along every millimeter of this fine work of art. Beyond the beauty of the luxurious surface, there is a deeper and thoughtful design that incorporates symbolism from ancient history. It is engraved with akebia mountain root (symbol of good ...

Early to mid 19c light greyish/celadon jade medallion in circular form having a central Kylin surrounded by symbols. Superbly carved and pierced with the finest details with a worked edge having the back indented and smoothly finished. This medallion was probably removed from a cloisonne or bronze wine ewer or censor. This piece is of the finest caliber, showing a wonderful hand polish all the way through and in perfect condition. Size 2-1/4" Diameter and nice thickness. VIDEO AVAILABE UPON R...

This is beautiful Japanese closing vase with original box from 1920s The vase stand 8 1/4 in height Original box 7 7/8 in x 11 in height Has Japanese kanji mark Ikoma Kin sei This vase has wonderful detail probably sliver wire with gold pot work If you have any question please email me anytime Shipping cost will provide with your shipping address Thank you 　

An exquisite Edo period incense burner, the fine red clay covered in running bamboo glaze from the kilns of Takatori on the southern Island of Kyushu wrapped in a silk pouch and enclosed in a period Kiri-wood box. The lid is solid silver pierced with roiling fronds. It is 7.5 cm diameter, 7 cm tall excluding the silver lid, and in excellent condition.
Takatori-yaki, is a traditional style of Japanese pottery that originated in the early 17th century. It was developed in the town of Taka...

Antique basket of splint wood, with handle, small size, artfully crafted, American, 19th century, in wonderful condition, one of the finest we have seen in a long time. Measures roughly 5 1/2" wide, deep and high. The craftsmanship is extraordinary, the width of the splints are tapered, and the section running across the bottom has wider sections for strength, the handle is smooth and well curved, and the wrapping around the handle is very artful as well, For contrast there are darker woven s...

A very large and fine example of the designs created by Edward Sands Frost for hooked rungs in the latter part of the 19th century, featuring a King Charles Spaniel in the central oval, surrounded by a garland of flowers and scrolling elements, colors still vivid, professionally mounted on frame with backing. Measures 28" high x 44 1/2" wide. x 1' deep. Patterns for hooked rugs were created in the 19th century for home makers to create with their own color schemes, using left over wool pieces...

Head of an antique Lady carved in high relief. Given the thickness, it is likely to be a fragment of a sarcophagus. It is a Roman or a Greek.The quality is fine, the carving is precise, the finish is neat and the marble has a beautiful patina, but I think it is a 19th century creation in the style of the antique. The fragment is mounted on a green marble cube. Total height: 28cm, the fragment alone 20cm. Some chips on the base otherwise good condition.

A Chinese Silk Double Gourd Purse. Finely embroidered in gold and silver thread with confronting Dragons pursuing a Flaming Pearl. Chinese L Qing. Length of purse; 6″ (15.2 cm. Condition; excellent, some very slight discolouration to metal thread.

Art deco free flowing Japanese bold style 'wagumi' bamboo flower basket. Not signed but definitely a masterpiece. Ca. 1930. Bamboo inset with lined copper. H:42cm; W:29cm. Great condition. Ask for shipping quote.

This is beautiful Japanese Satsuma koro stand 4 1/4 in height 5 2/4 in diameter is in very good condition with No damage. No hair line chip or damage.only some old age gold wear The koro has master hand painted work use a lot of gold with very fine detail If you have question please let me know Only PayPal payment use Shipping cost will provide with your shipping address Thank you

This is beautiful Japanese Satsuma incense koro 5 2/4 iin diameter x 4 1/4in height ; The koro has master hand painted work with a lot of gold.condition I’d very fine only has age gild wear no chip or repair.if you have any question please email Thank you

A large and impressive Chinese flambe-glazed porcelain moon flask, with garlic neck and ruyi head handles, covered in a thick semi translucent red and light blue flambe glaze which finishes neatly at the foot. The base with an incised Qianlong six-character seal mark underneath a mottled brown translucent glaze. Qing dynasty. Height 40 cms. Provenance: Formerly the property of a now aged gentleman collector, this flask has been in storage for some years while he lived abroad. Originally purc...

Found in the Philippines. Globular shaped jar with a plum blossom decoration. Measurements: height 4.7"inches. Condition: excellent condition. Photos by: The Oriental Room®️ Feel free to contact me at theorientalroomph@gmail.com for further inquiries, price offers, additional photographs, experts assessment and authentication, or for payment and shipping options. I will gladly assist you.

Rare cane in silver and precious wood. It is a real walking cane (and not a thin umbrella handle reemployed) as evidenced by the large ball knob that we have well in hand. The cast silver pommel is chiseled with two dragons fighting and scenes of daily life, fishermen, plowman, warrior? On the top of the pommel a Chinese character protrudes, it is finely chiseled with broken lines in the style of "ice crack" (frosted cracks) which here certainly have a meaning which unfortunately escapes us. The...

A pair of well cast Chinese bronze flower vases, Yuan/early Ming dynasty, 14th/15th century, square section, with dragon head and loose ring handles. 23 cms. Some original casting faults, but no damage or repair.

An unusual Chinese cloisonne enamel bowl, Qianlong, decorated inside and out with red lotus flowers and green lotus pads on a blue ground, the centre of the interior and the base each with a pale green lotus pod. 18 cms diam., 10 cms high. Heavily cast. 830g. I have seen this design on a couple of moon flasks, but never on a deep bowl such as this.

Found in the Philippines. Featuring a globular shaped body, decorated with carved vertical and chambering horizontal lines. Combed wavy lines in shallow relief adorn each chamber, scrolling around its body and shoulders and its base remains fully unglazed. Measurements: height 8”inches. Condition: Excellent condition. Photos by: The Oriental Room®️ Feel free to contact me at theorientalroomph@gmail.com for further inquiries, price offers, additional photographs, experts asses...

Found in the Philippines. The kendi is a well-known form in the Southeast Asian repertoire of vessels, and it has played a significant role in the rituals and daily life of the region since the first century CE. The kendi appears to be a variation of the kundika, an ancient holy vessel holding water from India’s sacred rivers. The kundika appears in early sculpture and painting as an attribute, often held in the hands of the Hindu gods Brahma and Shiva, Maitreya, the future Buddha and the ...