Chinese Archaistic Magnetic Black stone Zodiac Mirror or disk . Cool piece vintage or ancient unknown , the stone is slightly metallic almost holds a magnet. Nice carving with the Chinese zodiac on the outer rim and the inner rim with Han dynasty style dragons. 3.2" diameter. Weight 94g
Chinese white and green jade Pig , cute carving natural flaws on ears . This came from a collection of ancient jade and this seems to be in the Han Dynasty style. L 3.2"
Chinese Copper Cloisonné Enamel Box and 2 Trays smoke Set . Beautiful cloisonne or enamel on tooled copper Humidor and 2 small tray , perfect for weed storage and a small trays for sorting or pipe filling. Perfect stash box for the discerning 420 smoker. The lid has a bend at the hinge and there is a stain on the interior wood . Size L 3.6" w 3.2" h 1.5" the trays 3.6" by 2.75". Nice box and still usable with the slight hinge bend.
Hongshan Nephrite Jade Toggle Pendant of a Standing goddess , in green orange . Biconically drilled off set holes. The jade with white tremolite growth. Collected in Hk 1980-1995 weight 50G size 2.25" by 1".
Hongshan nephrite Jade Zhulong pig dragon toggle pendant . the pendant has biconically drilled suspension holes with mineral deposits as well as tremolite throughout the piece shows heavy signs wear to the sides due to extended wear. Size 2.5" high 1.75" wide weight 72 G
Vintage Chinese 14K Gold Pearl and Jadeite Bead Carved Bracelet Marked
It is 6.22 inches (15.8 cm) in inner circumference by 2 inches (5.2 cm) inner diameter. The jadeite is 2.7 mm-6.6 mm. It is 27.4 gram.
The Jadeite has surface wears, and inclusions. The bracelet has surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Chinese Boxwood Carved Happy Buddha, Circa 1940's
It is 9.6 inches (24.5 cm) tall by 8.3 inches (21 cm) wide. It is 7.5 Lb.
It has hairline cracks and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Rare Yoni Lingam Ceremonial Vessel for Holy Water 17th – 18th Century. Rare Copper Antique Yoni/Shiva Lingam Ceremonial Vessel for Holy Water .This rare tear-shaped vessel has been beautifully forged from hand-beaten copper, and features a centrally placed pointed lingam set within the bowl, with a matching navel underneath with an inscription. This is from Nepal India Himalayan region. Good condition though thee are some dents from age and use.
L 12.75 x W 6 x H 3 inches
Indian palm leaf manuscript showing Krishna playing his flute whilst being offered pan by Rada, decorated border. Red tassels at top. Nicely mounted and framed under glass. Image 31x25 cm. Can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide. Will be removed from frame for shipping. Undated, estimated to be mid 20th century.
Anthropomorphic dance figure. Wood and pigments. It has moving arms that are tied to the head. Ca. Mid 20th century or earlier. H. 73 cm. The Eket are a sub group of the Ibibio. Their material is quite rare.
Provenance:
Robert van der Heijden, Amsterdam,
Srdjan Sremac, The Hague.
1930's Japanese Mixed Metal Cane Handle with Dragon & Phoenix
It is 5.35 inches (13.6 cm) in length by 1.2 inches (3 cm) wide. It is 67.3 gram.
It has rubbing of gold, oxidation, rust, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Pair of (1930's) Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Dragon & Phoenix
Each is 6 inches (15.2 cm) tall by 2.2 inches (5.5 cm) wide. Total weight is 289 gram.
One of the vase has loss of enamel, bruises, and cracks at the lip and side. Another vase has a possible repair at the base (as seen in the photos).
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1930's Chinese Agate Carved Lady Figurine with Wood Stand
It is 12 inches (30.5 cm) tall measured with stand and 10.6 inches (27 cm) tall by 4.3 inches (11 cm) wide measured without stand. It is 1792 gram without stand (4.2 Lb) with stand.
The agate has inclusions, flea bite chips and surface wears and scratches. The wood carved stand has surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Nepal 16-18th C Copper and silver Dipankara Buddha . The sculpture done in a copper alloy with silver inlay to the forehead the palms of the hands as well as the front and back of the skirt. Very well sculpted and cast. Showing extensive signs of use from wear to black altar soot , note the base where the rim edge has nearly worn away the metal slivers used to hold the base plate on...
Pair of large Chinese Republic period baluster form vases decorated with mirror image famille rose enamelled bird and flower motifs. Black inscription to the back includes Tianjin and the date in cycle years of 1932. There is a prominent luting line in the neck and a barely visible luting line at the mid-section. 17 1/8” and 17 1/4" high. Very good overall condition. They were previously drilled for lamps and the holes in the bottom have been professionally restored...
Hongshan nephrite Jade Zhulong pig dragon ax pendant . the pendant has biconically drilled suspension holes with mineral deposits as well as tremolite throughout the stone is also metallic slightly holding a magnet. The piece shows heavy signs wear to the sides due to extended wear. Size 2.75" high 2.5" wide weight 68 G
Chinese Archaic Nephrite Jade Cloud pendant or Clothing attachment , fine stone well carved with tremolite front and back . The carving has 2 very small attachment holes . Soil deposits as seen on the front. collected HK 1980-1995. just over 2" by 2"
Hongshan nephrite White jade turtle toggle or pendant, cute turtle with no damage and signs of early tool work. The stone is cool with a hard waxy feel. Biconically drilled suspension holes. L 2.5" w 1.75" weight 50 g
Ancient Chinese Hongshan Nephrite Jade C shaped Pig Dragon Pendant. Pig dragon type in a C shape or embryo. The jade is covered in tremolite mineral from extended burial the biconically drilled off set suspension hole with mineral deposits the sides of the sculpture shown extensive smoothing from long term use. Collected in HK 1980-1995 . Size 2" H by 2"W weight 22G
Hongshan Turquoise or Malachite totem pendant . Beautiful stone carved with a snarled nose frowning face the end with eyes seems to be a cicada when laying flat. Biconically drilled suspension holes with mineral deposits . Weight 34 g size just under 3" by .75"
Hongshan Tall figural chisel ax blade pendant in Nephrite Jade. The figure probably depicts a female goddess and surface tremolite throughout. The back showing heavy wear from tong term use . The back had biconically drilled holes. Size 4" W just under 1"
Hongshan Pig Dragon Ax pendant in Nephrite Jade, beautiful piece with a pig dragon on top of a small jade ax heavy wear and wonderful surface patina . Tremolite throughout. Collected HK 1980-1995. Size 2.75" by 1.5" weight 36 G
Two lotus pods 莲蓬 with moving seeds莲子活动 and a frog on top.
Set of 4 (1930's) Chinese Silver Repousse Whiskey Beaker Cup with Dragon Marked
Each is 2.75 inches (7 cm) tall by 2 inch (5 cm) wide. They are 395 gram.
They are tarnished and have dents, cut marks and minor bent at the rim at one cup (as seen in the photos).
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Nokyojiku, hanging scroll with stamps and inscriptions (shuin) collected at temples visited at the Saigoku pilgrimage circuit. At each temple the pilgrim asks the custodian of the temple to stamp and inscribe his scroll. These scrolls are carried mostly by pilgrims who travel along the 88 holy sites of Shikoku, by pilgrims who complete a circuit of Kannon temples, and/or of Fudo Myo-o temples.
Hanging scroll with gold brocade mounting and gilded hardware, as used for Buddhist paintings...
Karhu, Clifton (1927-2007) was born in Duluth, Minnesota of Finnish descent. He was one of the most renown American woodblock artists to work in Japan.
Round Format woodblock print depicting
Medium:Woodblock Print, framed under glass.
Date: 1983.
Edition: 49/100.
Size: D. 31 cm.
Title: Nishijin corner.
Signature: C KARH. Condition: Very good color, impression and state.
Nishijin is a district in Kamiyyo-ku, Kyoto.
Monkey mask are no so commun among tribal himalayan mask. very hard and heavy wood and rough design, long hairs likely from cow or horse have been use to figure the barb and mustaches nailed on a ruber piece. Tis mask is coming from the Middle West district of Salyan. Mid 20th, H 28 cm
KOREAN RITUAL BRASS COMPOTE PLATE
Originally actually used as the traditional ritual ware in Korean Peninsula, early 20th century. approx. 21.8 x 15.5 x H 7cm (8.58 x 6.10 x 2.75in).
Profound weightness and stableness. Very nice for the use of party appetizers as well...
This is the top part of a longuer pole fixed on bridge for protection of travellers. Although the carving is rought one can distinguish the minimal face either of a local deityor or also possible of the Sun. Age is circa mid 20th as it is already in my collection since 1992, good condition it is based on an old piece of wood which can be removed.
H 40 cm,
Old flat face mask showing a superb black soot patina, the vision of this face gives an impression of softness Small mouth with a discreet opening some old traces of glittering paper which has been glued around the yeyx and the mouth. obvious sign of long use possibly from 19th. H25 cm x 16 cm/
Anthropomorphic heddle pulley. Mid 20th century. H. 25 cm. The ears and nose with cotton ornaments.
The lower part is a small closing storage cabinet with a door, the upper part is supported by 2 elephants and has a flat part where cult objects or flowers could be placed, in front is a deeply carved ovoid plate in front...
Pair of 1930's Chinese Apple Green Crackle Glaze Porcelain Long Neck Vase with Chocolate Rim
They are 8.7 inches (22.1 cm) tall by 4.4 inches (11.4 cm) wide. They are 2.7 lb.
They have flea bites chips at the foot and manufacture imperfection of firing dark spots, glaze imperfections, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
Some of the photos were taken under the sun.
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Neolithic Hongshan Nephrite Jade Dragon Ax Pendant, nice tremolite mineral growth throughout. off set biconically drilled suspension hole showing mineral deposits and wear from use. Collected HK 1980-1995. Size 1.5" by 1.7"
Hongshan nephrite Brown Jade Dragon embryo toggle pendant with extensive tremolite mineral growth . Very well worn surface from extensive use. Size H 2.25" by 2". Collected HK 1980-1995.
Hongshan Unique Pig Dragon C shaped Nephrite Red Jade Pendant. Beautiful carving and detailed face, thus has biconically drilled suspension hole . Each side shows heavy wear and tremolite mineral growth. Size 1.5" by just under 3".Collected HK 1980-1995.