1971 was a big year for Haku Maki He did over 100 different images of Japanese prints. Some, like this one, were big prints--this one, Poem 71-91, is 30.5 Inches x 15.25. It is 68/108. This is the abstract kanji for Mu or Nothing and he titled it Nothing The kanji starts at the top then cascades down to the final four strokes at the bottom. From a distance it appears to me like the steps going from top to bottom of a building on a Chinese hill on the Yangzi...
A Chinese painting in scroll form depicting a minority girl with her goat. Painted and signed by famous artist Cheng Duo Duo(1947-,Cheng Shifa's son). The painting was acquired in an antique and art fair in San Francisco in late 1990s. Good condition. Dimensions of the painted area: 44cm X 67.5cm.
Beautiful antique Japanese imari porcelain charger decorated with motif of chrysanthemums, butterflies and other floral patterns in green, blue, red, and gold. Well painted in the kinrande style. Age: Taisho / Showa Period (c.1930). Size: 18" diameter.
Interesting Yoruba figure from Eshu cult
Bottom is damaged otherwise the figure is safe
H 62 cm
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A wonderful etched bakelite box that simulates wood. There are scenes on all sides, top and bottom. Stamped on the bottom. Unfortunately, the piece is mottled with stains and a gentle wiping removed some ink. The lid is actually darker than previous pictures ( see last photo). Price is reduced + sold as is. Measures 5" x 3-1/2" x 2-1/2"
Janus-shaped helmet mask, the two back-to-back faces of a similar expression, surmounted by a semi circular flat coiffe. Wood, with glossy age patina. Africa, Nigeria, Idoma Peoples. Height: 14" (35 cm). Old insect infestations (no danger), small accidents and chips, otherwise very good condition.
Beautiful pair of Chinese rectangular stands made of camel bone. This pair are carved all over with different types of scrolling vines. The top of one is carved with a dragon and phoenix with a ball of fire between them floating in clouds. The other stand top is carved with a pair of dragons with a ball of fire between them floating in clouds over waves. Age: Republic Period, early 20th century. Size: 36.5" Height x 13.5" Length x 10.5" Width.
Beautiful Korean scroll depicting seated Quanyin. Ink and mineral colors on silk scroll. Age: Circa 19th century, remounted.
Size of painting: 47" high x 26" wide. Total size of scroll: 83" high x 32" wide
A beautiful Old Chinese silver enamel pill box with a frog motif on top of the box, in excellent condition. Marked "silver" weights:18.6g D:3cm $115
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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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 woodblock print by the artist Amano Kazumi. The print depicts a lively scene of a banquet in the entertainment district with geishas and other performers. Some geishas dance while others serve sake while the men eat, drink and enjoy. The print is signed and dated 1957.
Total size in frame: 19" high x 47" wide.
Size of image: 12" high x 41" wide.
Amano Kazumi was born in Takaoka City, Tôyama Prefecture...
Chinese Coral Craved Rabbit Plaque
It is 2 inches (5 cm) in length by 1 inch (2.54 cm) wide. It weighs 19.8 gram.
It has inclusions and surface wears (as seen in the photos).
Some of the photos were taken under the sun.
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Two beautiful old Chinese Canton enamel hand painted floral motif on copper dishes in very good condition only one tiny ding on blue dish. Marked. D:14cm, D:13cm $120
A beautiful old Chinese canton enamel hand painted floral motif stem copper dish in very good condition except with some dings on the rim (Pls. see photo) Marked. D:$110
Two beautiful old Chinese Canton enamel hand painted floral motif bowls in very good condition just with couple small paint loss (Pls see photo) Marked. D:10cm $215
Exceptional art deco signed Gyokusen-do hand-hammered copper flower vase with the famed foundry's seal on the bottom. Showa Period c. 1960. This vase has a rare Mt.Fuji pattern throughout. Hand hammered copper 'dochu' is a very diffiult technique to achieve. Superb vase in perfect condition. H:9" x Diameter: 9". Ask for shipping quote.
Vintage original and signed painting of englich jockey, Sir Gordon Richards 1904-1986. Often acclaimed as the worlds greatest jockey and the only one given knighthood. Acrylic/oil on canvas. Signed by artist, Christie. Framed in an oak frame. Dates to about 1960's or 70's. Lovely detail, some minor surface wear. Measures 31" tall by 27" wide. A nice quality piece at a wonderful value. Purchased in England about 10 years ago...