1930's Chinese Bronze Gilt Filigree Bronze Box
It is 2.2 inches (5.6 cm) tall by 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) long and 3.25 inches (8.3 cm) wide. It is 0.6 Lb.
It is tarnished and has rubbing of gilding, missing filigree pieces, minor bent at the bottom, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Large Japanese Bronze cat paw tripod Urn with Birds . Probably early 20th c urn with 4 wonderful high relief scenes of birds flowers and trees. Phoenix handles and sea dragon topped legs . Very well done no marked one piece undamaged could use a polish. Size H 18.25" W 9" weight 10 pounds.
Oversized hanging scroll, portraying a beautiful young noble woman in travel dress, looking down and holding a large head. While her orange kimono is decorated with cherry blossoms, her overcoat is decorated with maple leaves in autumn colors. Signed: Tojo. Red seal: Seizan. Ink, mineral colors and gofun on silk. Japan, Taisho era, 1920s.
Image 74 x 32 inches
Mounting 90 x 40 inches. Wooden scroll ends.
Some minor cracks and losses to gofun, otherwise fine condition
Neolithic Hongshan Nephrite Jade Dragon Insect toggle pendant .The figure of a dragon insect hybrid the jade is well worn with deposits. The Suspension holes are biconically off set drilled with mineral deposits within. The entire surface is covered in tremolite growth , a wonderful pendant. Size H 2.5" w just under 1.5" . Collected HK 1980-1995
Hongshan Period Eagle Nephrite pendant figure with heavy wear , nice standing figure one side with some detail the other the detail has nearly been completely worn off from use. The biconically drilled off set holes show extensive use . Wight 72g size H 2.25" by 1.7" W . Collected Hong Kong 1980-1995
Japanese Edo Staghorn and leather Tobacco pouch and Pipe case with lacquered ojime bead. The pouch has a censor menuki type clasp . The leather appears warn but the stitching is tight and the leather supple and useable. No pipe but most Kiseru pipes will fit . Horn l 7.75" the pouch 4.5" by 3"
Cinnabar is getting very hard to find, this lovely specimen even has a reticulated translucent very pale celadon carved stone, done in a floral pattern. In excellent condition despite a few dings, the cinnabar is completely intact. It measures 6" X 3.5" x 1.75 inches high. Dated to about Circa 1920, this vintage Chinese treasure is sure to increase in value over time. Note: Any white spec in the photos are reflections from the camera.
1930's Chinese Amber, Glass & Japanese Ojime Carved Beads Necklace
It is 71 inches (180.5 cm) in inner circumference by 34.2 inches (87 cm) long. The round beads range from 5.5 mm to 25.3 mm wide. The cylinder beads range from 11.4 mm to 32.5 mm in length. The total weight is 224 gram.
Some beads have hairline cracks, flea bite chips, inclusions, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Two(2) Japanese darkened Copper Fusuma sliding door Handles, early 1900's, 3" high, 2" wide, 1/2" deep, 2 small nail holes on the side on top and bottom, the condition is good.
Two(2) pieces Chinese carved Jade Hardstone Plaques, 7 1/8" long, 1 1/8" high in the center, 3/4" high in the ends, 1/8" thick, there are some small rough spots on the edges. These pieces are made for some art object but never used them.
A lovely Japanese fruitwood tray produced in the late Taisho period. The scene was hand carved with a thin gold gilt applied in the carved areas. The tray was made from one piece of wood and has a beautiful warm patina. In excellent condition, it measures 10" diameter and the rim is 1.5" high.
A delicate antique Chinese Tea Box with exquisitely decorated gilt relief. It has a pewter box lining with a glass knob. The lacquer shows images of a pavillion setting with trees and a border of flowers. The pewter box has a primitive etching of scholars with rocks and grasses. The interior top is lacquer with two gold fronds.
Date: 18th Century
Dimensions: 11"X 6" X 7.5"
Set of 6 (1930's) Chinese Sterling Silver Tea Cup & Saucer with Melon & Butterfly Marked
The dish is 0.6 inch (1.5 cm) tall by 2.95 inches (7.5 cm) wide. The cup is 1.4 inches (3.5 cm) tall by 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) wide. The total weight is 369 gram.
They have tarnished silver and surface scratches. One cup has minor bent at the side. Two of the cups have bent at the bottom (as seen in the photos).
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Japanese Brass Ash Rake for Hibachi during Tea Ceremony for moving ash around the charcoal, 1930's, 7" high, 4" wide-bottom, short handle, wide bottom, rather heavy Brass rake for Hibachi, shows wears around the tip of the rake.
A beautiful early 20th C. Chinese white bronze teapot carving with Chinese characters of "Shou" longevity. In excellent condition except a tiny dent on the side of the pot,but it's almost invisible please see the photo. W:7" Sold
Early 20th Century Chinese Silver Enamel Lady Holding Flower Basket Marked
She is 8.3 inches (24 cm) tall by 4.25 inches (13.5 cm) wide without basket. She weighs 397 gram.
She is in good condition with no repairs, or chips, except loss of enamel, missing flowers, and dent at the back of her head (as seen in the photos).
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Japanese tall brown Lacquer on wood Candlestick, 28" high, 12" diameter-base diameter, 4" diameter-top, attached brass round dish on top and brass hook on the side. Lacquer surface shows wear and tear, as is condition.
WOODEN TABI PATTERNS
Five pieces set of wooden 'tabi' (Japanese socks) patterns and thick 'tatoshi' (folding case made of recycled paper), Taisho period (1912-1926), Japan,
Large pattern: approx. 28 x 17 x 0.9cm (11.02 x 6.69 x 0.35in), Tatoshi: approx...
1930's Chinese Jadeite Carved Lady Holding Basket
It is 6.3 inches (16 cm) tall without stand by and 3.4 inches (8.75 cm) wide. It is 404.5 gram without stand.
It has inclusions and surface wears and scratches (as seen the photos).
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Chinese Sterling Silver Dragon Cocktail Set Marked (11 cups & 1 shaker), Early 20th Century
The shaker is 11.5 inches (29.2 cm) tall by 9 inches (23 cm) wide. The cup is 4.2 inches (10.8 cm) tall by 2.6 inches (6.6 cm) wide. They are 2414.9 gram.
They are tarnished and have surface wears and scratches, a dent at the cover, and minor bent at the cups (as seen in the photos).
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Antique Chinese Bronze Hu vase Xuande seal script mark, the central band with stylised dragons inlaid with silver and gold. The base has 3 early 20thc pencil collection numbers as well as a red enamel collection number , these usually used for museum collections. Great condition just over 12" tall.
This is Kazri-Mino of an vintage folk handicraft used in the Tohoku district. This is made of the epidermis of the tree of Shina and the seaweed which were completely dried.
As for this, the decoration around the neck is made in Koyori-Paper. This is an item of the 20th century. This does not have stain damage. Size 127cm x 44cm (50 "x 17.3")
A beautiful late 19th/20th C. Chinese Tibetan old silver amulet "Gau" prayer box pendant. It's all handcrafted with beautiful gem stones (possible rubies), in side the box has a buddha holding a bucket, in excellent condition. W:7cm H:6cm weight:99.2g
One Japanese blue and white porcelain dish. Shonsui style decoration in roundels of birds in branches with berries and of peonies, all centered by geometric decoration along the inside of the foliate rim. The back with similar decoration of roudels, blue and white band decoration above the foot rim centering a four character mark within a blue ring. Good condition. Diameter, 7 1/2 inches. Ca 1900/early 20th century...
1930's 14K Gold Chinese White Jade Carved Plaque with Seed Pearl Screw Back Earrings
They are 0.78 inch (2 cm) long by 0.98 inch (2.5 cm) wide. The total weight is 8 gram.
They have inclusions, missing seed pearls, flea bite chips, surface wears and scratches, and tarnished metals (as seen in the photos).
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Large Sawankhalok covered pottery box dating to 15th-16th cent AD. Cream and rust colored floral with geometric patterns interior rim chips see images . Size 4.25" by 3.25"
Japanese silk fukusa with yuzen technique and sumi-e hand painting. The shimmering effect of the water was achieved by the delicate use of silver surihaku. Red embroidery on the crane’s head and some white embroidery on tail feathers highlight those features. On the reverse is red rinzu silk with a large peony motif. All four original tassels are still intact. There is a break in the boarder thread in the upper left corner (see last photo) but could be repaired...
A Japanese ranma (transom) with a Hinoki (Cypress) frame and a Kusunoki (Camphor) wood hand carved Chiku Bai theme in highly detailed three dimensional relief. Artist signed Tosho Nakajima. Most likely mounted in a wealthy Japanese home or a fancy Ryokan (country inn)...
Ichiyo Kannon/guanyin Bodhisattva, the Goddess of Mercy with heart sutra. Painted with ink and pigments on silk. Signed and sealed. It is dated as painted in 1922.
It is based on a legend that is said the Kannon Bodhisattva saved Zen Master Dogen(1200-1253) while he was traveling to China for Zen Buddhism. On the way home, he was hit by a terrible storm, so he recited the kannon heart Sutra with all the heart, the Kannon Bodhisattva appeared on the lotus petal, and the wind and rain cal...
1930's Chinese Gilt Cloisonne Enamel Stool
It is 18.7 inches (47.5 cm) tall by 15 inches (38 cm) wide.
Its bottom has missing enamels, enamel bruising, enamel chips, bent metals, and bent metal rims. It also has rubbing of gilt and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Japanese Sliding Door, framed by Kiri Wood panel in upper section and Reed vertical Reed panel framed by brown Lacquered wood Frame, 68 1/2" high, 34" wide, 1 1/4" thick, small area about 6" long Reed pieces are broken off.
Striking Showa Period c.1930 negoro lacquered tray. Negoro lacquering techniques were developed in the Edo Period at Negoro Temple in Wakayama Pref. putting on layers of black lacquer then covering with red lacquer and burnishing until the black rubbed through. The motif are old coins in raised relief of lacquer. Ask for shipping quote. L:14" x W:9".
Amazing MIng white nephrite jade with vein highlights two compartments with ruyi shapes coupe with two chilong and phoenix encircling base.
Size: 7.5" Long 6.25" Wide 2.25" High
Caplan Collection, LA inventory tag
A beautiful antique Chinese jadeite silver enamel gold washed brooch in butterfly shape, in excellent condition. W:4cm H:4cm $245
Hongshan nephrite Jade crouching pig figure toggle pendant , great piece in a reclining posture note the way the nostrils were carved. Wear and deposits size 3" long 1" high. Collected HK 1980s-1990S
Hongshan Chicken Bone Jade Snapping Turtle Toggle Pendant . Iconic shape beautiful veined stone with bi conically drilled suspension holes. Collected HK 1980-1990s. Size 2." by 1.7"
