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This bowl was made in the 12th Century during the Song Dynasty (AD 960 - 1279), a product of one of the kilns in Fujian province, probably the Tongan or Anqi kilns. It is fairly "heavily-potted" and coated in a yellowish-green qingbai type of glaze, save for the foot that remains unglazed showing the pale porcelaneous body...
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Unusual 14 " ( 36 cm ) total size Character face Jester or Polichinelle which are in original condition from 19th. Century , has stunning character facial expression which is very rare to find about such a funny guy !!
Has stunning movable character bisque head with good quality and painting , painted eyes with with brows and eye shadow....
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Extremely beautiful and rare to find all original candy box toy for your doll display , so charming and perfect for your small doll or French Poupee to display a romantic scene in your collection !!
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The huge centerpiece can be used as a pendant necklace, or detached from the chain to serve as a pin.
It is a spectacular necklace, with a huge almost Foo Dog design with earrings...
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Rare tiny size 1 model of " Eden Bebe" by Fleischmann & Bloedel about 10" ( 27 cm ) in his original condition ... France circa 1890 preserved in presentation box and wearing original Chemise !!!
Has best quality of pale soft bisque socket head with pretty blue glass paperweight inset eyes with dramatic painted lashes and eyeliner ...
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Rare first period French Bisque Bebe by Rabery et Delphieu in lovely large size about 28" / 70 cm and a doll with lovely facial expression on superb quality of pale pressed bisque and painting , like mint original body and so nice antique silk clothing !
Rare early Bebe with pressed pale bisque socket head deep facial modeling , full lower cheeks and pretty blue glass paperweight inset eyes with fine long painted lashes , dark eyeliner and brush-stroked brows...
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This pottery model of a horse with its groom was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). Both items are made from a fairly high-fired grey pottery and have been "cold painted" in white, pink, black and red pigments. The horse stands upright with the groom standing with his left hand out as though holding the reins of the horse; both of the groom's hands have purpose-made holes in them as does the mouth of the hors...
This fine and attractive pottery horse and rider was made over 2,000 years ago during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is made from a dark grey pottery, quite "heavily-potted", that has been "cold painted" in a base coat of creamy-white pigment with the details mostly picked out in red and black pigments although there are also traces of pink and green pigments in places. The horse stands alert, head facing fo...
This fine and attractive pottery horse and rider was made over 2,000 years ago during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is made from a grey pottery, quite "heavily-potted", that has been "cold painted" in a base coat of creamy-white pigment with the details picked out in various coloured pigments. The horse stands alert, head facing forward, the rider sitting in the act of holding the reins to the horse. The pa...
This fine and attractive pottery horse and rider was made over 2,000 years ago during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is made from a grey pottery, quite "heavily-potted", that has been "cold painted" in a base coat of creamy-white pigment with the details picked out in red, pink, brown and black pigments. The horse stands alert, head facing forward, the rider sitting in the act of holding the reins to the hor...
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From private familie in France a most beautiful rare Portrait Bebe by Maison Jumeau in small size number 5 , has attic condition small hairline crack at head side which are hidden with her wig and hence her lower price !!
12" ( 30 cm ) most beautiful and rare to find French Portrait Bebe from house of Jumeau .......... Emile Jumeau circa 1878 , a rare cute model of Portrait Bebe with finest pale pressed bisque and excellent painting on socket head .
With very full cheeks...
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Extremely rare to find French bisque Bebe by Jules Nicolas Steiner mark ~ Figure D ~ in her wonderful antique clothing and generally all perfect condition with lovely quality of pressed bisque and painting.
One of the most beautiful Bebe by Steiner , has pale pressed bisque socket head with pretty blue glass inset paper weight eyes, delicately painted lashes and brows , closed mouth with pale shaded outlined lips. Pierced ears and original blonde mohair wig over early Steiner card b...
Beautiful rare to find French bisque character Bebe ... called " Bebe Francais " from Maison Jumeau circa 1888 / 90 created at the same time as Jumeau constructed his rare 200 character series and the " Bebe Francais " got the same facial expression from the same mold which was used by the 225 model !!
This unusual model from Jumeau about 27" ( 68 cm ) has special rare facial character expression of finest quality bisque socket head with deep modeling and pretty blue glass pap...
This fine and attractive pottery model of a horse was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is made from a grey pottery that has been "cold painted" in a base coat of creamy-white pigment with details picked out in red pigment. The horse stands upright with its head turned to its right.
Height 27 cm, length 30 cm. It is in exceptional condition; any possible repair having been performed to a high sta...
This interesting pottery model of a groom was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is made from a fairly high-fired grey pottery that has been "cold painted" in dark brown, white, red and pink pigments. The figure wears a long garment and a head covering. He stands with both arms outstretched as if in the act of holding the reigns of a horse (see our last image for an illustration of this).
Height 25.5 cm. I...
This fine and rare pottery model of a horse & rider was made in the 6th Century during either the Eastern Wei Dynasty (AD 534 - 550) or the following Northern Qi Dynasty (AD 550 - 577). Pottery horses from this period have a distinct style different to the more common and later Tang Dynasty equivalents.
It has been made from a fine-grained grey pottery that has been "cold painted" in a c...
This impressive pottery model of a horse & female rider was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). It is "heavily-potted" and made from a buff-coloured pottery that has been "cold painted" in various different coloured pigments. The horse stands alert with its head turned a little to its left, the lady sits upright with one hand resting on her tummy; note her elaborate hairstyle and also the detail of the horse's mane ...
This impressive pottery model of a horse & female rider was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). It is "heavily-potted" and made from a buff-coloured pottery that has been "cold painted" in various different coloured pigments. The horse stands alert with its head turned a little to its left, the lady sits upright with one hand resting on her tummy. Note the detail of the horse's mane on its left side.
This is a ...
This tall pottery figure was made during the Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 25 - 220) and has been excavated from Sichuan province. It is made from a reddish pottery and is highly detailed. Such figures are usually referred to as farmers, although during this period Sichuan farmers were also called upon by their masters to become soldiers when required. As well as holding a long-handled spade in one hand and a winnowing tray in t...
This very rare and interesting pottery figure of a warrior was made during the Six Dynasties period (AD 220 - 589). It is solid (as opposed to being hollow as are most ancient Chinese pottery figures) and made from a dense pottery that has been painted in red, pink, black and white pigments, very good traces of which still remain. The figure stands to attention with hands clasped across his chest. It is unusually highly-d...
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This wonderfully-shaped pottery jar was made during the early part of the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8), or possibly the preceding Qin Dynasty (221 - 206 BC). This type of jar is usually referred to as a "cocoon jar" due to the shape of its body. Its original function was that of a grain storage jar. This particular example is "heavily-potted" and has a wide foot, neck and mouth compared to the size of its body. Decora...
This very attractive pottery jar was made over 4,000 years ago during the Machang Phase (c. 2300 - 2000 BC) of the Majiayao culture, also known as the Gansu-Yangshao culture, from present day Gansu or Qinghai province. It is made from a pale yellowish-brown pottery and is fairly highly-fired that has undoubtedly contributed greatly to its survival in such good condition. The elaborate painted geometric patterns cov...
This very rare pottery model of an armoured horse & rider was made during the short-lived Northern Zhou Dynasty (AD 557 - 581). It would originally have formed part of procession of similar horses. It is quite "heavily-potted" and made from a pale grey pottery that has been "cold painted" in a base coat of white pigment with reddish-brown and pink pigments applied on top. The rider is made from solid pottery and in his...
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It was applied with greenish glaze on the surface.
Slight abrasives were caused due to age.
Date: Sui or Tang periods.
Height:13cm(without stand)
Bronze Stand is not included.
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Most beautiful tiny all original antique leather valise for Fashion doll`s or Bebe in all perfect and generally excellent condition from France 1860/65 .
Perfect accessory for your early doll like Huret ... Rohmer ... Blampoix , Jumeau and other !
Of lovely green leather with box - shaped base and angled top opens at the center to reveal the interior lined with red silk at lid .
Lower box part included many compartments , containing lovely original accessories incl...
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Very nice model of " Eden Bebe" by Fleischmann & Bloedel about 17" ( 44 cm ) in his original condition ... France circa 1890 preserved in presentation box and wearing original costume !!!
Has best quality of creamy and soft bisque socket head with pretty brown glass paperweight inset eyes with dramatic painted lashes and eyeliner . Fringed feathered brows and slight open mouth with shaded and outlined lips and a pearl white row of porcelain teeth .
Pierced ears and n...
This fossilised dinosaur egg is from the Hadrosaur species, dating to the late Cretaceous Period (c. 85 - 65 millions years ago). Fossilised hadrosaur eggs and remains have been found in China, Europe, South America and North America. This example was excavated from the north of China and is one of several we bought back in the mid 1990s - it has been with us in the UK since then and has not previously been offered for sale.
The vast majority of ...
This fossilised dinosaur egg is from the Hadrosaur species, dating to the late Cretaceous Period (c. 85 - 65 millions years ago). Fossilised hadrosaur eggs and remains have been found in China, Europe, South America and North America. This example was excavated from the north of China and is one of several we bought back in the mid 1990s - it has been with us in the UK since then and has not previously been offered for sale.
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This wonderful pair of ladies was made during the Sui Dynasty (AD 581 - 618). They are made from a creamy-white pottery and coated in an attractive pale yellow/straw glaze that is finely-crackled. Note the detail to the clothing, the hairstyle and especially the faces: exquisite !
These are from a long-established private English collection and come with a custom-made display stand. They are not perfect condition, bu...
This rare stoneware jar was made during the Liao Dynasty (AD 907 - 1125). It is particularly "heavily-potted" and coated with a thick and uneven olive-green glaze, both inside and out. In places the glaze has not vitrified properly leaving a matt appearance. The mouth has sagged a little to one side during firing. The flat base remains unglazed revealing the pale pinkish-brown body.
Height 45 cm (17.75 inches). It is in very good...
This large and impressive pottery jar was made over 4,000 years ago during the Machang Phase (c. 2300 - 2000 BC) of the Majiayao culture, also known as the Gansu-Yangshao culture, from present day Gansu or Qinghai province. The pottery is an attractive pale orange/brown colour and it is relatively highly-fired. It is quite "heavily-potted" with a well-rounded body, two sturdy loop handles and flared mouth. The upper bod...
This rare and interesting large pottery figure was made during the Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 25 - 220) and has been excavated from Sichuan province. Various pottery entertainers, dancers and musicians have been found in Sichuan province of varying sizes. This example, an overweight grotesque figure usually described as a storyteller playing a hand-held drum is particularly rare. He has a pronounced pot-belly and o...
This impressive dish was made during the mid 15th century. It is "heavily-potted" and attractively decorated in underglaze cobalt of deep blue, the upper surface decorated with a central blossom surrounded by floral patterns, whilst the outer wall is decorated with lotus leaf patterns. The clear glaze is finely-crackled in places. The recessed flat base is coated in a thin chocolate-brown wash.
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This tall and impressive pottery set comprising stand, jar and cover was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). They are made from a relatively high-fired grey pottery and "cold painted" in various coloured pigments. The stand has cut-out apertures and petals to represent a lotus flower. The jar has a band of "pie crust" decoration around its waist. The cover has purpose-made holes in its upper part; it is...
This attractively-shaped stoneware bottle was made during the 13th / 14th century. It has a wide round body, a short narrow neck and a cup-shaped mouth. The surface is coated in a finely-crackled olive-green glaze, the colour varying in places according to its thickness. In places where the glaze is particularly thin, it has degraded a little over time and flaked from the surface.
Height 20 cm (8 inches). Overall this b...
This large pottery jar was made over 4,000 years ago during the Machang Phase (c. 2300 - 2000 BC) of the Majiayao culture, also known as the Gansu-Yangshao culture, from present day Gansu or Qinghai province. It is quite "heavily-potted" with a well-rounded body, two sturdy loop handles and wide flared mouth. It is relatively highly-fired. The inside of the mouth and the upper body have been coated in a reddish-brown w...
This very rare and attractive pottery vase, or bottle, of "yuhuchun" (pear-shaped) form is finely-potted and has a highly polished surface, very smooth to the touch. It has a flared mouth and stands on a fairly sturdy flared foot. In places on the surface there is a silvery-blueish "metallic" sheen, a result of long burial. Simply exquisite !
Height 23 cm (9 inches). It is in exceptional condition and has no restoration...
This attractive pottery model of a cloaked and hooded rider was made in the 6th Century during either the Eastern Wei Dynasty (AD 534 - 550) or the following Northern Qi Dynasty (AD 550 - 577). Pottery horses from this period have a distinct style different to the more common and later Tang Dynasty equivalents.
It has been made from a fine-grained grey pottery that has been "cold painted" in a cr...
This pottery model of a saddled horse was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). It is "heavily-potted" and made from a reddish pottery. The horse stands alert with its head head up and turned slightly to its left. The surface has been "cold painted" in a reddish-brown pigment with details picked out in red, black and white pigments.
Height 28 cm. It is in good condition with any possible repairs having been per...
This rather archaic looking pottery amphora was made over 6,000 years ago during the Banpo phase (c. 4800 - 4300 BC) of the Yangshao culture in present-day Shaanxi province. It is particularly heavily-potted and that has, no doubt, contributed greatly to its survival in almost perfect condition. It has two sturdy loop handles on opposing sides at the waist with the middle section of the body having been decorated with re...
This rare pottery figure of a kneeling servant or attendant was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). It is made from a grey pottery that is unusually highly-fired, having an almost "metallic" ring to it when tapped. It has been "cold painted" in a base coat of white pigment on top of which have been painted pink, red and black pigments with, remarkably, almost all of the original pigment s...
This attractive pottery model of a saddled horse, or pony, was made during the early part of the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906). It is one of a group of four we acquired several years ago, all clearly from the same location. It is quite "heavily-potted" and made from a reddish pottery. It has been "cold-painted" in a base coat of a creamy-white pigment with various other coloured pigments applied on top. Note especially...
This small pottery jar was made during the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 8). This type of jar is known as a "cocoon jar" due to the shape of its body. It is "heavily-potted" and decorated with eight bands of triple-incised lines vertically surrounding the body as well as raised horizontal bands around its neck. It has a smooth burnished surface.
Although many Han Dynasty "cocoon jars" of varying sizes are known, examples of this...
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