This vintage textile is from Bamiyan province, Afghanistan and measures 25.5 x 26 cm. Embroidered in pastel-colored silk thread on a fine white linen, it depicts in satin stitch the triangular shapes that are typical of Hazara embroidery. The continuous supplementary-weft technique makes this textile reversible and either face may be used as the front. Condition: Excellent (e.g., no tears, holes, stains). Estimated age: probably 1950-1960.
Chinese repouse silver cuff shaped holder with auspicious symbols seen on all sides. Signed signed an appears to be of solid sterling silver.
Size: 2 1/2" wide
Ohara Koson
A Hawk on a Snow-Covered Pine Tree
Date: ca. 1910
Publisher: Matsumoto Print Works.
Size: Ko-tanzaku. Approximately 8.875 x 3.875 inches. 20 x 9.5 cm.
Koson signature and seal at lower left.
References: Matsumoto #109(tag on back)...
SPIRIT
Primitive wood carving spiritual object with head , used by Lega people (or Warega) as a Bantu ethnic group of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Length without string: 24cm (9.44in)...
Antique Chinese coin purse made of brass and enameled with cloisonne during the Republic period of around 1920. The purse is beautifully enameled with a colorful design that includes a central lotus flower and vines. It still has its original brown braided silk suspension cord and two fringed tassels.
CONDITION: Shows age and use. Overall, it is in excellent condition, with no cracks, chips, restorations, or repairs.
DIMENSIONS: 8.5 cm x 8 cm (3.35 x 3.15 inches)
The pendant depicts the Happy Buddha, also known as the Laughing Buddha, in a joyous and tranquil pose. It is made of natural Jadeite Jade stone, renowned for its rich green color and impeccable quality. The intricate carving and attention to detail bring the pendant to life, making it a true work of art. Whether worn for its spiritual significance or simply as a stunning piece of jewelry, this pendant will surely bring joy and beauty to anyone who wears it...
OH MY GOD
Incomplete remains of the face of a monk who is crying when Buddha died, originated from 'Nehan-zu' (Nirvana painting). Pottery. Showa period, early-mid 20th century, Japan. approx...
TENGU HEAD
Unique Japanese okimono of the head of 'Tengu' (Long-nosed goblin), originally an wooden mold used for making a paper-mache tengu head (because of such back cutting scar for removing paper-mache head out),
then vermilion-painted after retired to lead a second life, Taisho-Showa period, early-mid 20th century, approx. 18 x 18 x Depth 19cm (7.08 x 7.08 x 7.48in). Aged deterioration, uneven paint appearance, crack, exfoliation, etc...
機織りの道具 / KOREAN LARGE WEAVING TOOL
Wooden boat-shaped weaving tool, early 20th century, approx. 36 x 7 x H 6.3cm (14.17 x 2.75 x 2.48in)...
Chinese archaistic bronze horse and chariot with driver and umbrella ( pole for umbrella lost used a bamboo skewer) horses leg is very cracked almost through. A terracotta Chinese figure purported to be Tang Dynasty and a soap stone incense stick holder. Horse H6" w 5" terracotta figure is h 5.5".
Clearance lot selling asis
Edo Period Utagawa Kuniyoshi wood block print c 1859, nice print handling wear especially at the lower corner as seen in pictures. Approximately 5.75 by 9" we have around 18 pieces from the same volume .
South India Folk bronze Figure of a Ram , probably 17-18th c traces of red paint . Casting crack as seen . Sweet little guy.L 3.5 h 2.5"
Antique Chinese Green Glazed oil or candle sticks cool pair glaze coming off in spots from use nice condition no chips .Size approximately 7" by 6"
Antique Hindu Bronze figure of a Peacock from South India, nice lost wax sculpture , great texture on the top of the tail section. Two holes one top one bottom.
Size H 3" by 4"
Chinese Blue and White Lidded Urn with Wind swept Scholars, the body has Dod heads and a Dog Final lid . Unmarked undamaged size H 9.5" by 8"
A Fuqingyao ? Stoneware Tea Bowl Diameter 4 inches.well made slight chip to rim and faint hairline, inscription on clay body above foot.
Three piece lot/net: Lush foliate old red vintage antique Chinese cinnabar lacquer:
Box showing two figures sitting under trees, 4" X 2 1/2" X 1 1/2"
Dress clip marked: Made in China at 1 3/4" X 1 1/2"
Button - big circa 1918 antique Chinese carved red floral 1 1/2"
... making this a very nice 3pc lot from a New England household. All three pieces display shiny smooth high relief carved areas and the recessed areas are linty and dusty from age...
From a collector of Chinese antiques; never seen the internet light of day. Please do not let the fair price detract from the value of this beautifully carved antique Asian Chinese cup. Also have an almost matching set of two, not seen here - one slightly rounder and an odd smaller one (total of 4 from same)...
A watercolor mixed media (some pencil and perhaps gouache) painting of a weathered Native American or other classic male image of the Southwest, signed at lower left "J W Kolstad". The piece measures 10 1/2" by 10 1/2" inside the black mat and 18" by 17" as framed. Reminiscent of some works by Remington or Lon Megargee, this is a very satisfying southwestern piece. Condition is excellent. The date of execution would likely be 1960's or 1970's.
Made and used by the tribal indigenous Aborigine people of Australia, this old Mulga wood boomerang was smoothed using a stone adz...no sandpaper in the outback when this was made...
the traditional decorative surface markings were made by pressing a hot poker and wire onto the wood surface forming the running kangaroo and border lines...
Japanese Sterling Salt and Pepper Shakers, marked "Sterling" on the bottom, 1960's, 2 1/2" high, 1 3/4" wide-widest shade part, twist and open under the shade, they are in good condition.
A huge old stamp seal in soapstone, carved with mythical beasts on the top of the square base, 20th. century AD.
A finely carved seal in green stone with the carving of two keys and scriptsigns on the side.
Size: 11,2 cm. tall and weighing c. 940 grams!
Condition: Choice.
Provenance: Gustav Oberländer (1926-2012), Oberländer aquired his massive and important collection between 1985 - 2000s, bought at reputable dealers and from old collections...
Glass ojime (slide bead for tightening the cord going from netsuke to inro) in a form of tombodama bead in barrel shape with 5 bunnies frolicking in the snow by spruce trees during a snowfall. Tombodama can be translated as “dragonfly ball” and the name is thought to come about because when the molten glass is applied to the core bead it resembles a dragonfly’s eye. Beautifully made, very pleasant patina. Diameter 0.69 inches.
Japanese glass ojime in a form of tombodama bead with milky white core and a band of multicolored flowers with fine tiny silver foil inclusions. Tombodama can be translated as “dragonfly ball” and the name is thought to come about because when the molten glass is applied to the core bead it resembles a dragonfly’s eye. Superbly made piece - see the individual stamens and finely textured petals, in perfect condition. Height 0.74 inches.
Japanese glass ojime in a form of tombodama bead with four white petaled flowers with multicolored stamens, leaves and fine tiny silver foil inclusions. Tombodama can be translated as “dragonfly ball” and the name is thought to come about because when the molten glass is applied to the core bead it resembles a dragonfly’s eye. Superbly made piece - see the individual stamens and finely textured petals, in perfect condition. Height 0.8 inches.
Japanese glass ojime in a form of tombodama bead with rich multicolored ribbon core and four pink petaled flowers with yellow stamens. Tombodama can be translated as “dragonfly ball” and the name is thought to come about because when the molten glass is applied to the core bead it resembles a dragonfly’s eye. Superbly made piece - see the individual stamens and finely textured petals, in perfect condition. Height 0.8 inches.
Japanese Meiji Cloisonne vase possibly Ando with various panels depiction phoenix dragon and butterfly the vase has one small damage spot just above the butterfly's head very minor see images and close up.
Unsigned nice little vase. Size 5" by 5"
A beautiful old Chinese small silver and gold washed enameled pill box in triangle shape. In excellent condition. 3cm x 3cm. $195
Japanese glass ojime in a form of tombodama bead with blue and red core, four pink petaled flowers with numerous white stamens, leaves and fine tiny silver foil inclusions. Tombodama can be translated as “dragonfly ball” and the name is thought to come about because when the molten glass is applied to the core bead it resembles a dragonfly’s eye. Superbly made piece - see the individual stamens and finely textured petals, in perfect condition. Height 0.77 inches.
Japanese glass ojime in a form of tombodama bead with nine yellow petaled flowers with orange stamens, leaves and 24K gold leaf inclusions. Tombodama can be translated as “dragonfly ball” and the name is thought to come about because when the molten glass is applied to the core bead it resembles a dragonfly’s eye. Superbly made piece - see the individual stamens and finely textured petals, in perfect condition. Height 0.8 inches.
A beautiful early 20th C. Chinese figurine shape teapot or wine pot. It's all hand made very unique. In excellent condition. W:6" H:3-1/4" Sold
Beautiful vintage-antique Chinese multi color enamel vase decorated with flowers vines and butterflies porcelain Qianlong mark with well done enamel color detail work . size H 7" w 5"
Vintage pair of cut jadeite pieces to be used as Chinese scholar’s scroll weights. Stone of olive green color with natural lines and differently colored veins, sides showing the skin of the boulder from which the pieces were cut. Nicely polished, very pleasing objects for a scholar’s desk. Height (left one of the first photo) 2 11/16 inches, weight of the left one 265 grams (9.4 ounces), the right one 210 grams (7.4 ounces).
Mexican Pre Columbian Tlatilco Terracotta Dog and another. The Tlatilco dog standing on 3.5 legs with a detailed face the other west Mexican tripod dog missing its head. C 1200 BC -600 BC size L 3"
India 19th c Orissa lost wax molded oil lamp with fine wax braiding and bird finals. Size H 5.5" w 6"
DESCRIPTION: A vintage terra cotta pitcher (or handled pot), skillfully hand-painted in green and white glazes with deer painted on each side using fluid brush strokes. Originating from the Tlaquepaque-Tonala area of Mexico, this delightful redware pitcher is in excellent condition; no chips or cracks. DIMENSIONS: Body is 6.25” x 5.5”; 5” high.