Catalog: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese (254)

A very rare set of cowrie shell money from the neolithic period in China. Twenty two shells in all strung together as a necklace as they were originally.The Chinese character for money originated from the cowrie shell. Age: 2000 to 1500 BC. Size: L.44cm around, plus the pendent. Condition: Natural calcification but intact

A very unique jade carving of a bird's head with a tapered body. The black coloring is the result of a long burial period. Under certain lighting conditions the jade has a translucent appearance. I tried to capture some of it in the photos. Provenance: From Beijing many years ago from an old Chinese collector. Size: L. 6.4cm. W. 4cm. Condition: No cracks or repairs.

A very large jade disc carved with a hole in the center. Both sides of this central hole are lipped which is very rare in "bi's." Compared with flat bi's, lipped bi's require a lot more carving and are much more difficult to make. The bi is beautiful with its complex colors and patterns. The colors range from cream to greys, ochres, greens and blues.Period: Neolithic ( 3rd millennium B.C.)

Size: Diameter = 26.7 cm (10-1/2 inches)

Condition: Very good...

A rare beautiful ancient large glass bead necklace from Southeast Asia. Dates back to over 2000 years old. This is a complete necklace found as is. Size: Length 64cm - 25 inches

A beautiful and rare micro blue glass bead necklace from South China. Can be made into two necklaces. Age: 100 BC Size:Total Length 118cm (46 inches)

A very unusual & original Han well with the "jing" design, symbol for well and two intertwined snakes for the handle. There is some iridescence at the bottom of the base of the green glaze from age. Green glaze was used to make it look like bronze. Size: H. 30.5cm W.16cm. Condition: Very small repair on the underside of the rim, otherwise in very good condition. See photo.

A authentic Tang pottery figure of a court lady standing quietly erect with an upswept hairdo. Her hair, face and neck are left unglazed (except for some small impromptu splashes of amber glaze). Her elegant long robe is colored with an amber glaze.Comes with a certificate from a Chinese Government auction house.

Period: Tang (618 - 907 AD)

Size: Height = 24.5 cm (9-5/8 inches)

Condition: Very good. Has no breaks...

A well done rare large carving of a stone sitting Han dog or lion. This stone dog was must probably used as a tomb guardian. Very Heavy. Size:H. 42cm -16.5 inches

Tang authentic pottery plate with a sancai-glazed inner and outer rim. The alternating and flowing green and ochre/brown glazes give beauty to the simple form of the plate. Under magnification, the glaze shows very fine crackle and the edge of the glaze is iridescent.

Period: Tang Dynasty(618 - 907 AD)

Size: Diameter = 23.2 cm (9-1/8 inches)

Condition: Good. No cracks or breaks. Has stacking spur marks from when it was fired. Has a small chip on the rim.

A rare neolithic jade axe from China. Age: 2,000 BC. Size: L. 12.5cm. Condition: Some chips at the cutting edge and one small chip at the rear of the underside.

A nice assortment of ten Chinese Ancient beads. Size: See last photo.

A Rare Chinese Song glazed box with a design on the lid. Age: 1127 - 1279 AD. Size: Diameter.13.5cm. Condition: No repairs. Natural age crackling and age crack.

Authentic detailed Tang Horse Groom of a foreigner.There is still a lot of pigment still remaining on the surface and a very detail casting of the face of the groom. This comes from a collection excavated in 1998. See last photo. Size: H.49cm. W. 15cm. Condition: No repairs.

Unusual and rare pottery figure from the Han Dynasty of a soldier in uniform sitting on a stool with one leg folded under him. There are still some remains of a white slip. Size: H.9.5cm. Condition. No repairs.

A rare and unusual brown glazed "Tea Dust" vase from the Tang period. The dripping of the glaze,frozen in time, makes it something special. Size: H. 30.5cm. W. 28cm. Condition: No repairs. Two old chips on the rims. See photos.

A rare and nicely carved Pyu green fluorite elephant.Fluorite is one of the most collectible and highly sought after crystals in the world, loved by mineralogists and metaphysical healers alike. Its remarkable cubes are at times, almost too perfect to believe, emerging like magic treasure in matrix rock, or tightly stacked cube on cube like a futuristic city in miniature...

A beautiful large Han court lady with original pigment, standing and dressed in full robe with long swaggered sleeves and wide train. The head and hands have slots for inserting ornaments.The head is removable. Size H. 66cm. W. 25cm. Condition: No repairs.

Four ancient beads from China. These beads date back to around 100 AD to 1000 BC. See photos for sizes. Condition: Some minor chips at the ends from age.

A very rare Bronze Seal that was used as a pendant with an old glass bead. There are still remnants of the gold leaf surrounding the seal. I judge it as a Han seal or earlier. I have never came across one like this before

A beautiful authentic Western Han pottery cocoon jar in the shape of a silkworm cocoon. The outer surface is embellished with the original painted abstract banding and scrolling designs in pigments of dark and light brick reds, grey blue, and white. Size: H. 28cm.L. 31cm. W. 28cm Condition: Minor chip on the rim and the base from age.See photos.

Thirty six rare ancient long beads from China 2,000 to 3,000 years old or older. Will make a nice necklace. Size: See last photos

jewelry,snail,bead,pendant Five assorted ancient beads, one in the shape of a snail. Date: Over 4,000 years old. Size: See last photo.

Thirty five ancient Chinese stone beads.These beads are over 2000 years old. Could make a nice necklace. Size: See last photo.

A well carved small jade disc of a Han dragon in two colors. The back is carved with a stylized cloud motif. Size: Diameter. 2.5cm. Condition: No repairs.

Rare and endearing figure of a young boy disciple of Quanyin (the Goddess of Compassion) wearing a garment etched with a lotus flower - the symbol of Buddhism. He is often depicted near Quanyin with his hands in reverential prayer. The bronze is heavily cast and has wires imbedded underneath the pedestal, perhaps for attaching to a group of figures. (see photo)

Period: Song (11th-13th C)

Size: Height: 19.5 cm (7-5/8 inches)

Condition: No repairs. Has a nice patina.

A nice and rare statue of a Song guard with remnants of heavy gilding. He is probably part of a large configuration and had a spear in his hands. Size: H. 11.5cm. W. 4cm. Condition: No repairs. Needs a stand to stay upright

A medium size pottery figure of a female attendant from the Han Dynasty.This is an original Han piece. There still a good amount of the original white slip remaining. Size H. 26cm. Condition: No repairs or breaks. Small chip on the nose.

A very rare jadeite pendent with an ancient gold repair on BOTH SIDES of the pendant. The drilled hole also has a gold tube inserted in it. From southern China which is now Southeast Asia. Size: 2.1cm x 1.7cm.

A pair of rare bronze bells with clappers. A simple decoration in raised lines. Age: Eastern Zhou 770 - 221 BC. Size.H. 4.5cm. W.6.6cm. Condition: No repairs. Nice patina

A rare authentic detailed Han granary with three bear like legs in a rich deep green glaze. Size: H. 30 cm. Roof diameter 23 cm. Condition: No repairs. Some small kiln chips.

A well made Tang dragon handle vase .The vase has two well made dragon handles with a gargoyle type face on the body of the vase with an unusual glaze. Size: H.30cm. W. 17cm.

A very large authentic Tang tomb guardian wearing a typical warrior's uniform standing on an evil earth creature with remains of the original pigments. The guardian was there to protect the tomb from these evil creatures. The item was found with its parts separated.Large statues like this were made in several parts. See last photo. Age: Tang Dynasty 618 - 907 AD. Size: H.86cm. W.38cm Condition: Very good for its age.

An authentic Tang tomb guardian wearing a typical warrior's uniform standing on an mythical evil creature with remains of the original pigments.Some earth still adheres to the statue. This item was excavated from a tomb in 1998 with many other items. See last photo. Age: Tang Dynasty 618 - 907 AD. Size: H.36cm. W.17cm Condition: No repairs.

Very rare lacquered original Han ear cup with a surface decorated in red and black lacquer in scrolling patterns and abstract motifs painted on the ears. Size: L. 20cm. W. 15.5cm. H. 6cm. Condition: No repairs. the outside bottom of the cup is missing. See last photos. It is interesting to see that the cup is hollow inside and not one solid piece.

Authentic Tang tomb guardian wearing a typical warrior's uniform standing on an evil creature with remains of the original pigments an white slip. Age: Tang Dynasty 618 - 907 AD. Size: H.58cm. W.21cm Condition: No repairs. Small piece missing from the back of his skirt. See photo.

An exceptionally and very rare beautiful and unusual stem bowl with a thick black glaze and decorative bands painted in an iron rust color. There is one boldly etched (scraffiato) large flower with leaves. The background of the flower is in an iron rust glaze accentuating the floral spray...

A nice stout wine jug with two handles at the wide shoulders. The two handles have deliberate cuts at the tops, probably to tie rope for securing the stopper. The brownish black glaze covers the jar to about 2.5 cm from the bottom.

Period: Song (12th/13th Century)

Size: Height = 19 cm. (7.5 inches)

Condition: A couple of tiny glaze chips at the mouth's rim. The glaze is not degraded and still has a nice gloss.

Boldly incised with blossoms and leaves, under a cream and bright leaf green and amber glaze. Comes with a certificate from Chinese Government Auction House. Size 16.5cm.Diam.Age: Liao(907-1125AD) Condition: Good. Small repair on part of the rim.(See Photos)

A pair of nicely formed hollow glazed pottery birds. Both have round plump figures and lots of character. The darker bird has two glazes - a brown splash of glaze that runs over a straw glaze. The lighter bird has a celadon colored glaze. The glaze on both birds have a very fine crackle.

Period: Tang (7th-10th Century)

Size: Both birds approximately 4.7 cm high.

Condition: Good. normal wear from age...

are Tang bronze warrior that was cast on one side and has some remains of being gilded. It probably was part of a larger array of a larger group of statues. Size: H. 10.5cm. W. 4cm.

A very unusual Han stoneware bird with the remains of the multi colored glaze. Size: L. 12cm. H. 5.6cm.

A authentic rare pottery figure with the original colored pigments of a lady with a musical instrument wearing a garment comprised of a long-sleeved top and a long full skirt that falls around her kneeling form. Her hair is styled high to the left of her head in a beautifully complex upswept form. The features of her face are delicately formed giving her an elegant, life-like quality...

A rare beautiful ancient Jade and glass bead necklace from Southeast China some dating back over 2,500 years. Size: length 49 cm X 2.(Length 39 inches)

A rare Mother and child Han Oil Lamp.The Mother is sitting and holding the hand of the child. The head piece was used for the oil holding the oil. Size: H. 26.8cm. W. 11cm. Condition: Most of the green glaze is gone and there is an old repair break around the head. See photos.

Rare Black jade disc with an early representation of a dragon in the typical Han style. Age: Original Han piece. Size: Diameter 6.5cm. Condition: Some degradation. No brakes or repairs.

A Han bird of an attractive translucent green jade with dark green 'peppery' streaked inclusions. Its squarish stylized shape is both simple and pleasing to the eye. It has an hole for stringing as a pendant..

Size: Height = 2.2 cm x Width = 2 cm

Condition: Very good. There's a little roughness at the edge of one wing from age but it is not a break.

A rare ancient gold ring with a natural blue gray stone. Could be a sapphire. This ring is over 1,000 years old. Weight: 1.74 grams

A long-necked original bronze vase with a rounded body. The top of the slender neck has a ring midway and swells out at the mouth in the shape of a garlic bulb, giving the vase its special name. It has a nice aging patina. It can be cleaned but I wouldn't recommend it.

Period: Western Han (206BC - 25AD)

Size: Height = 32 cm (12.6 inches) Condition: A small dent on one side. Very good condition for its age.

An original very rare dark green amber Han hill jar with lions, tigers, monkeys, deer, and horse and rider with bow and arrow. The lid of the hill jar represent the five scared mountains which is the path between the earth and Paradise.The scared mountains is filled with animals that live there. Age: Han Dynasty. 206BC-220AD Size: H.26cm. W. 21cm.Condition: No repairs, normal ageing.

An unusual and rare three legged mythical beast. This is probably the prelude to the three legged frog that lives on the moon. Age: Han Dynasty 206 BC to 220 AD Size: L. 15.5cm. W. 10.5cm Condition: Some chips on the glaze fulled in and a small tip of the crown broken. See last photo.

A large white glazed round dehua container with moulded floral designs on the lid and case. Found in Southeast Asia. Age: Song 960-1120 AD. Size: Diameter -19cm H=10cm.Condition: Age cracks on the lid.

A Beautifully carved tube shaped jade. These item are extremely rare. It is not know what these were used for but it is thought to be for the hair ornament to hold the pony tail. Size: See Last photo

A very rare white porcelain Song qingpai ewer with a clear pale bluish glaze. The body and shoulder of the vase have skillfully executed free-flowing scraffiato designs of florals and leaves. The tall cylindrical neck is encircled at the base by two horned dragons whose heads meet at the spout. The grooved loop handle is further decorated with eight small balls. The glaze pools in some areas creating a beautiful light watery blue...

A very rare large Han tomb pillar with stamped designs on three side. Front panel is stamped with four alternating designs of three trees with cloud formations and four girls carrying something over their heads. Each panel is separated with cloud formations. The two side panels have diamond shaped designs all the way to the bottom.In northern China during the Han dynasty, hollow clay bricks were used to construct the small, rectangular chambers of underground tombs...

An nice authentic amber glazed Tang bowl stopping half way down the sides with a white slip.. Size: H. 12.5cm. W. 20.5cm. Condition: Very nice except for a faint crack on one side. It shows up much more in the photo.

A rare miniature figure of Avalokitesvara (Buddha) (God of Compassion) on a plinth. The head is surrounded by a halo. The figure was originally gilded and traces of the gold still remain. The features have been worn from age. Has a nice patina. Period: Han. 206BC - 220AD Size: Height = 7.5 cm

A unusual Chinese Song Dynasty bronze mirror with three mythical animals. Could be Lions or rats. The lion represents the "Guardian" and the rat represents "Prosperity". Size: Diameter 10.4cm. Condition: No repairs.

A rare and authentic neolithic vase with a series of progressive painting of squares ending with four squares on the last panel. Age: 3500-2200 BC. Size: H. 31cm. W. 25cm. Condition: Very good except for a small repair at the mouth of the vase. See photo eleven.

bronzes,dings,china,metal, A rare authentic Bronze Ding or food offering container with domed cover and looped handles (when inverted the cover becomes a tripod dish) Age. Warring States or early Han. Size: H. 15.5cm. W. 22.7cm. Condition: No repairs or dents. In original condition Some encrustation of dirt from long burial

A nice green glazed authentic Han dog in a guarding pose bearing his teeth with a collar around his neck and body. Size: H. 19.5cm.(7.6 inches) L. 25.5cm (10 inches). Condition: Some loss of the green glazing. Two legs have been repaired with its original parts and tips of his ears have been repaired all professionally done