A very elegant pair of Antique Andon lamps dating from the Meiji period in the original storage box from a Kyoto estate. The box is dated Meiji 36 (1904) and stylistically these fit perfectly into that era, with a fine transparent red lacquer finish. They are in excellent condition, each standing 31 inches (79 cm) tall, 8-1/2 inches (22 cm) square. Due to size these will require special shipping consideration, the cost to be accrued separately.
Description:
A Cloisonn Enamel covered box was preserved in nice condition.
Well fitted with each other, the covered box was used to be as a tea caddy or storage box for incense powder.
Date: Qing Dynasty, late 19th century.
Height: 8.1cm, Width: 6.3cm.
Condition: Very limited old defects on the surface.
Description:
A Zitan covered box was in quite good condition.
Preserving with the charming purplish black patina, the box was revealed with the characteristic Ox-furs wood grains on the surface .
By a good size, the rectangular box was carved, tenoned and shaped into a typical scholar box.
A similar box was in the book of “The collection of Chinese box”, the collection from a famed connoisseur and antique dealer,Ma Wei Du.
Date: Late Qing periods, late 19th century.
Description: A beautiful Imperial blue-ground porcelain bowl in large size was painted to the exterior with five-clawed dragon motif. In iron-red, the imperial motif of dragons were paired with Phoenix and decorated with patterns of tendrils flowers and weeds.
A real imperial porcelain was in quite large size and very unique colour.
Date: Qing Dynasty, Guang-xu mark and period (AD1875-1908)
Width: 25.5cm
Condition: very good except some kiln defects within the foot rim.
Description: A strand of rosaries was assembled by 108 pieces of old Zhi-Tan beads. Among them, old coral and elephant bone beads were decorated. Old beads were getting hard to find. All these beads were believed from Tibet, now were ingeniously strung as a decoration item.
Date: Late 19th Century.
Description: A blue and white covered box
was applied with motifs of weeds and tendrils all over the surface except the part of the foot rim. Added with a Chinese word 'Shi' (joyful) in duplicate form on the cover's surface, this box was therefore
enhancing the charming of a Chinese mood.
IT WILL BE A GOOD WISH TO YOUR BELOVED ONES IN THIS SPECIAL SEASON.
DATE: Qing Dynasty (late 19th Century)
Condition: Perfect
Width: 9.6cm Height: 6.0cm
Description: A pair of old earrings were assembled ingeniously with natural coral beads and weaving silver patterns. With motifs of Chinese words-"Shii"(joy) on the top of the dressing pairs, an enameled work was meticulously done on it. Date: Qing Dynasty (19th century) Length: 6.5cm
Description: A bamboo carved pendant in a shape of an inkstone with grove decoration is a small piece with ingenuity.
Material: Bamboo
Date: Late Qing period
Length: 5cm Width: 3.5cm Depth: 1.5cm
Condition: Perfect
A well painted late 19th Century Chinese Moon Flask decorated with scrolling lotus design and with panels on each side depicting two confronting dragons. There are two 'chilong' dragons on the shoulders. This item was made during the reign of the Guangxu emperor (1875-1908). Condition - there is a 4cm (1.5 inch) hairline running from the rim and an old chip to the back of one of the chilong dragons...
Description: A wood stand was made in rectangular shape.
Supported by four horse-hoof feet, the stand was designed in elegant form by beautiful curves.
It was tenoned perfectly by excellent craftsmanship.
Being preserved with brownish patina, the stand can be in well use for your wonderful collections.
Date: Late Qing periods, late 19th century.
Length: 39.3cm, Width: 27.5cm, Height: 10.6cm.
Material: Honmu, Rose Wood.
Description:
An old wood scholar rock was well preserved.
it was in good shape with strong literati taste.
Date: Qing Dynasty, 19th Century.
height: 53.5cm including stand.
A Custom-Made Cotton Box is included.
Description:
A bamboo brush pen was well preserved.
It was nicely carved with beautiful scenery when characteristic elements of Chinese literati life like - scrolling cloud, plum trees and scholars were included.
Nice and warm patina was yielded.
Date: Qing Dynasty, 19th century.
Length: 34cm.
Japanese Meiji Cast Iron Tetsubin with Signature - Hailstone Pattern
The cast iron tetsubin (teapot / kettle) is of course the central feature of the tea ceremony. This example was made during the Meiji period (1868 - 1912) or possibly a little later, the pattern to the upper part of the kettle known as the hailstone or nail head pattern. It has a copper cover that is a perfect fit. There is a signature to the right of the spout and there also appear to be seal marks to the base...
Russo-Japanese War triptych illustrating the surprise attack on Russia’s Far Eastern Fleet at Port Arthur that initiated the war. A large torpedo-boat is at the center. Two Russian ships at the upper left have been hit and are sinking. Three Japanese battleships are at the upper right...
This is an attractive early satsuma Koro or incense burner with very fine workmanship. I believe it may be pre-1900 because it appears to have been made with thicker mercury fired gold. Lid and bottom piece are both marked with a museum inventory number. The lid has been repaired and it looks quite good. The images show where it was broken. It stands about 4 1/2 inches tall and 4 1/2 inches wide. It is signed but I do not recognize the signature.
This antique Chinese necklace has an ornately detailed large Kylin as the central medallion. The medallion is 3.5 inches across and there are are five decorative chains hanging from it. Each of these chains ends with a fruit. The low grade silver used for the necklace is typical of the Chinese silver used in old China. The Kylin is a Chinese mythical animal.
This lock necklace can comfortably be worn by a adult even though it was originally intended for a child...
A complete old Tibetan ladies purse made of Yak leather and inlaid with silver and gilt carvings with a center piece of Turquoise. The front has carvings of two fish (representing the beginning of life)and flower design. The back has a center tree design. There is a silver woven chain attached to the top for carrying. Age: Late 19 Century. Size: Leather purse. L. 12cm. W. 7cm. Overall length. 32cm. Condition. Very good.No repairs. Normal ageing.
Description: A jade boy was carved beautifully by a celadon jade pebble. With sharp clean cutting skill, this jade was expressed vividly as a traditional Chinese boy holding a lotus vein. Posed with one foot stepping forward and facial expression described with simple sketchy lines, the figure was shaped by the jade pebble's original size...