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17C SE Asian Indian Pair of Brackets with Elephants and Mahuts
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a stunning piece of Indian antiquity from the 17th century, namely, a pair of red
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17th Century Indian Archaistic Antique Asian Antiquities

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Sandstone

10/11C Pot-Bellied Vishnu Buff Sandstone Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a STUNNING piece of Southeast Asian Antiquity, namely, a 10/11C Pot-Bellied Vishnu Buff
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Archaistic Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Sandstone

19th Century Thai Bronze Buddha with Patinated Gold Surface
Located in New York, NY
beautiful Buddha- perfect for any collector of Asian antiquities, or for someone looking for an exquisite
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19th Century Thai Other Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Gold, Bronze

China 960 Ad Song Dynasty Very Rare Imperial Period Offering Vessel in Bronze
Located in Miami, FL
1, 2021 from TK Asian Antiquities Gallery, signed by Michael Teller, accompanied this piece as a
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Medieval Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

10th Century Red Sandstone Relief of a Mithuna Couple
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a stunning piece of southeast Asian antiquity, namely, a 10th century red sandstone
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Archaistic Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Sandstone

China 618-907 AD Tang Dynasty Period Pottery Offering Covered Vessel with Lotus
Located in Miami, FL
actual letter, dated October 1, 2021 from TK Asian Antiquities Gallery, signed by Michael Teller
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Asian Antiquities

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Clay, Earthenware, Pottery

China 618-907 AD Tang Dynasty Offering Vessel With 8 Lotus Petals in Earthenware
Located in Miami, FL
: An actual letter, dated October 1, 2021 from TK Asian Antiquities Gallery, signed by Michael Teller
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

11C Red Sandstone Pot Bellied Vishnu Carving
Located in Dallas, TX
Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September. The sculpture is: “Carved
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Archaistic Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Sandstone

A Stucco Torso of the Buddha, Gandhara, 4th-5th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and
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15th Century and Earlier Afghan Medieval Antique Asian Antiquities

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Stucco

China 618-907 AD Tang Dynasty Pair Of Polychromate Earth Spirits Zhenmushou
Located in Miami, FL
Asian Antiquities Gallery, signed by Michael Teller, accompanied this piece as a certificate of
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Vishnu Seated on Garuda Buff Sandstone Central India
Located in Dallas, TX
. Sotheby’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Archaistic Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Sandstone

2nd Century Indian Red Sandstone Fragment of a Woman
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a stunning little piece of Southeast Asian Indian Antiquity, namely, a Double-sided 2nd
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Medieval Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Sandstone

China 618-907 Ad Tang Dynasty Ancient Earthenware Sculpture of a Walking Horse
Located in Miami, FL
collected in the 1964; T.K. Asian Antiquities Gallery, Williamsburg Virginia; Marc Richards Galleries Los
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Asian Rosewood dry bar
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Asian Rosewood dry bar cabinet flip top. Multiple doors on all sides. Corner opens up 5 shelves
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Early 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Asian Rosewood dry bar
Asian Rosewood dry bar
H 40.5 in W 33 in D 19 in
Ikat Chyrpy, Central Asia
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
original and visually dramatic examples of Central Asian silk. The clarity, saturation and depth of colour
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Cotton

Ikat Chyrpy, Central Asia
Ikat Chyrpy, Central Asia
H 57.48 in W 78 in D 1 in
Ikat Chyrpy, Central Asia
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
original and visually dramatic examples of Central Asian silk. The clarity, saturation and depth of colour
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Cotton

Ikat Chyrpy, Central Asia
Ikat Chyrpy, Central Asia
H 55.9 in W 25 in D 1 in
Antique Asian Hardwood Table Top Etagere
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique Asian hardwood table top etagere, likely rosewood. In antique condition. Dimensions: 30.75
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Early 20th Century East Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Asian Hardwood Table Top Etagere
Antique Asian Hardwood Table Top Etagere
H 30.75 in W 19.5 in D 8.5 in
19th Century Brass Asian Decorative Objects
Located in Esbeek, NL
Each item consists of 6 parts. Very nice decorative objects 19th Century
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Early 19th Century Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Brass

19th Century Brass Asian Decorative Objects
19th Century Brass Asian Decorative Objects
H 36.62 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
Large Antique South East Asian wooden ceremonial drum
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A large antique South East Asian wooden ceremonial drum with leather drumhead. With a natural
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Early 1800s Southeast Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Leather, Wool

Carved Asian amber snuffbottle
Located in Hamburg, DE
ntroducing our exquisite Asian Snuff Bottle, a true masterpiece crafted from the finest amber. This
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Late 19th Century Qing Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Resin

Carved Asian amber snuffbottle
Carved Asian amber snuffbottle
H 3.15 in Dm 1.19 in
Asian 19th Century Ningyo Doll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Asian 19th Century Ningyo doll. Great addition to your Asian inspired interiors and table
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19th Century Japanese Other Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Cotton

Asian 19th Century Ningyo Doll
Asian 19th Century Ningyo Doll
H 13 in W 7 in D 9 in
19th Century Bronze Asian ‘Vietnam’ Buddhas
Located in Esbeek, NL
19th century bronze Asian Buddhas, Vietnam Gold lacquer.    
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19th Century Vietnamese Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

Pair of Asian Hand Carved Wooden Lanterns
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Asian Hand Carved Wooden Lanterns. Nice decorative pair in a rich cinnabar color. This pair
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Antique Asian Antiquities

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Glass, Wood

China 100 BC Han Dynasty Ancient Rare Stickman Sculpture in Earthenware Pottery
Located in Miami, FL
. Provenance: A private collection in New York city collected in the 1964; T.K. Asian antiquities gallery
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Asian Antiquities

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Iron

17th Century Rare Southeast Asian Medieval Tobacco Pipe
Located in Chicago, IL
17th century southeast Asian Rare Medieval tobacco pipe. Unearthed in the Central Highlands of Viet
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17th Century Vietnamese Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

Pair of antique Shell Bracelets from South-East-Asia
Located in Schellebelle, BE
An exceptional pair of South-East-Asian Bracelets made of Shell, from the Thailand Region , Bang
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Asian Antiquities

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Shell

Antique Cloissone Asian Chinese Floor Vase 39” inches tall
Located in Long Island, NY
Antique Cloissone Chinese Asian Floor Vase 39”
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Late 19th Century Antique Asian Antiquities

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Metallic Thread

Antique Asian Water Pipe Yellow Copper, Tortoiseshell Scale, Tobacco Collectible
Located in Leuven , BE
Antique Chinese Water Pipe in Yellow Copper, decorated with Tortoiseshell Scales. The Rectangular Base gives this Object its Elegance. French Private Collection.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Copper

Fine rare Antique Indian Hindu Mughal style Jade bracelet Asian Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Fine rare Antique Indian Hindu Mughal style Jade bracelet Period early 20th century Fine quality celadon type jade decorated with silver and semi precious stones Condition: Fine...
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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Jade, Silver

Antique Asian Chinese Opium Box Cloisonné Enamel, Tobacco Snuff Box Floral Motif
Located in Leuven , BE
Old Chinese Opium Box in Cloisonné Enamel, decorated with Vases and Flowers. French Private Collection
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19th Century Chinese Antique Asian Antiquities

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Metal

Antique Asian Chinese Opium Box in Cloisonné Enamel, Snuff Box Floral Motif
Located in Leuven , BE
Antique Chinese Opium Box in Cloisonné Enamel, decorated with Floral Motifs and Interior Scenes French Private Collection
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19th Century Chinese Antique Asian Antiquities

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Metal

Antique Asian Decorated Storage Bowl with Lid, Carved Out of Coconut Shell China
Located in Leuven , BE
Old Chinese carved bowl with Lid, made of Coconut Shell and decorated with Auspicious Symbols. French Private Collection.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Asian Antiquities

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Metal

Ancient Rome 100 AD Asian Amulet Seal Necklace in 22Kt Gold With Tiger Eye
Located in Miami, FL
Roman provinces region in Asia. This piece is carved and smooth polished from a natural agate, which is
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15th Century and Earlier Syrian Classical Roman Antique Asian Antiquities

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Agate, Gold

5-7thC Thai Mon Buddha- Of the Earliest S.E.Asian Bronze Buddha Types-Very Large
Located in Ukiah, CA
Very early SE Asian Mon Buddha--probably 6thC. Extremely rare to find in such a large size (the
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

Ancient Carved Stone Buddha Head Sculpture, Provenance Royal-Athena Galleries NY
Located in Miami, FL
an antiquity and very heavy. Due to its weight and fragile nature, we recommend white-glove delivery
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Ancient Antique Carved Marble Greco-Bactrian Hippocampus Horse 2nd Century BC
Located in Portland, OR
A rare Greco-Bactrian alabaster carving of a Hippocampus (Hippocamp) from antiquity, Central Asia
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15th Century and Earlier Central Asian Classical Greek Antique Asian Antiquities

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Alabaster

Chinese Archaistic Bronze Vase, Circa 1900 Shang Dynasty Style Gu Vessel
Located in Miami, FL
Of Classic vessel form, with an oval, splayed foot, narrow, waisted body and wide, flaring mouth. Very heavy and archaist vessel with lucky beetles around the sides.    
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1890s Asian Archaistic Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

Iron Age Amlash ring
Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES
ITEM: Ring MATERIAL: Bronze CULTURE: Iron Age, Amlash PERIOD: 1st millenium B.C DIMENSIONS: 20 mm x 29 mm diameter CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex English private collection...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Prehistoric Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

Iron Age Amlash ring
Iron Age Amlash ring
H 0.79 in W 1.15 in D 1.15 in
Iron Age Amlash ring
Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES
ITEM: Ring MATERIAL: Bronze CULTURE: Iron Age, Amlash PERIOD: 1st millenium B.C DIMENSIONS: 23 mm x 32 mm diameter CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex English private collection...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Prehistoric Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

Iron Age Amlash ring
Iron Age Amlash ring
H 0.91 in W 1.26 in D 1.26 in
Iron Age Amlash ring
Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES
ITEM: Ring MATERIAL: Bronze CULTURE: Iron Age, Amlash PERIOD: 1st millenium B.C DIMENSIONS: 21 mm x 28 mm diameter CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex English private collection...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Prehistoric Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

Iron Age Amlash ring
Iron Age Amlash ring
H 0.83 in W 1.11 in D 1.11 in
Iron Age Amlash ring
Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES
ITEM: Ring MATERIAL: Bronze CULTURE: Iron Age, Amlash PERIOD: 1st millenium B.C DIMENSIONS: 24 mm x 31 mm diameter CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex English private collection...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Prehistoric Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

Iron Age Amlash ring
Iron Age Amlash ring
H 0.95 in W 1.23 in D 1.23 in
Pair 19th Century Chinese Carved Zitan Elephants Bronze Cloisonné Palm Fans
Located in Houston, TX
A rare pair of 19th Century or earlier, towering Chinese bronze cloisonné Royal palm leaf fans atop hand carved titan wood poles and elephants on gallery plinths.
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19th Century Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

18th Century Small Black Jewelry Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
This old wooden chest was probably a jewelry box back in the day. It was painted in black then hand painted with decor and organic forms throughout. The two wooden front doors open t...
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18th Century Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Wood, Paint

18th Century Small Black Jewelry Chest
18th Century Small Black Jewelry Chest
H 21.5 in W 17.5 in D 12.5 in
Khmer Sandstone Buddha Shiva Head 11th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
item at Christies SALE 2828, Lot 1124 Indian and Southeast Asian Art 19, March 2014, New York. Shiva
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Sandstone

Beautiful Ikat Munisak, Uzbekistan, 19th Century
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Asian silk. The clarity, saturation and depth of colour in classical ikats are their greatest
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Cotton

Antique Butsudan Shrine
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
The Antique Butsudan Shrine is a remarkable piece of religious and cultural significance. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, the cabinet showcases intricate wood carvings th...
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Mid-19th Century Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Wood

Antique Butsudan Shrine
Antique Butsudan Shrine
H 17 in W 14 in D 6.5 in
Antique Mandalay Style Reclining Burmese Buddha, 9756
Located in Ukiah, CA
Antique 19th/beginning 20thC Mandalay style reclining Burmese Buddha. Solid cast. Sits 2.75" tall, 6 3/8" long. A nice example of its type.
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

18thC or Earlier Tibet Bronze Buddhist Monk, Best Qulity, Authentic - 7711
Located in Ukiah, CA
Antique Tibetan Monk- Quality casting- 18thC or earlier. 5.25 inches tall and HEAVY, 6 5/8 inches tall on a custom stand. Very well cast. Came from a very impressive New York collect...
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Late 17th Century Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

19th Century Sanskrit Prayer Book Pages
Located in Chicago, IL
19th century or older - Sanskrit Prayer Book Pages Beautiful patina to the worn pages with very dark black background with Sanskrit. Black has subtle sheen which add to the characte...
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19th Century Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Paper

19th Century Sanskrit Prayer Book Pages
19th Century Sanskrit Prayer Book Pages
H 19.75 in W 6 in D 2.5 in
Large 19th Century Indonesian Sculpture of a Bull
Located in Stockton, NJ
Massive and rare early 19th century Indonesian ship bowsprit. Originally a decoration on the front of a ship. Carved wood bull with natural horns. Museum mounted base. Square pedesta...
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Early 19th Century Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Iron

Early Mon Style Solid Cast Iron Standing Buddha from Burma, 5613
Located in Ukiah, CA
This is a very rare early Mon style solid cast iron standing Buddha from Burma, probably the 10th century. He is one of a kind- I’ve seen related pieces, but never another quite like...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Burmese Monk, Cast Out of a Lead/Bronze Alloy, 9592
Located in Ukiah, CA
Early Burmese Monk. Cast out of a lead/bronze alloy. Probably over 1,000 years old looks to be a very rare Pyu/Mon example, and likely contemporary with early Pagan. The bulbous eyes...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Wooden Object
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
An old tool for making textiles in Japan. It's a very rare object. The light and shadow that pass through the even holes are very beautiful. A nice art object with a primitive atm...
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Late 19th Century Asian Meiji Antique Asian Antiquities

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Oak

Japanese Antique Wooden Object
Japanese Antique Wooden Object
H 38.98 in W 2.37 in D 7.09 in
9th Century Stone Durga from Java-Stone Masterpiece, Large, Authentic - 9198
Located in Ukiah, CA
Masterpiece 9th century stone durga from Java. This sculpture is one of the finest I've had the pleasure of offering in over 30 years. The Deep spiritual presence is palpable in the ...
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15th Century and Earlier Southeast Asian Antique Asian Antiquities

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Stone

Small Cloisonné Box
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a charming small cloisonne box with black resin floral design. The cloisonne color is in brilliant condition with no scuffing or much wear.
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Late 19th Century Asian Chinese Export Antique Asian Antiquities

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Brass

Small Cloisonné Box
Small Cloisonné Box
H 2 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Small Chinese Tang/Song Dynasty Pottery Kowtowing Official, Ex. Christie's
Located in Austin, TX
A rare and elegant Chinese small unglazed pottery figure of a kowtowing official, Tang to Song Dynasty, 10th century, China, ex. Christie's, NY. The small figure of hand modeled e...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Tang Antique Asian Antiquities

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Earthenware, Pottery

Ancient Buddhist Stone Tabletop Altar with a Lotus Flower
Located in Antwerp, BE
An exceptional and very early Buddhist stone altar equipped with two handgrips for moving it to the spot of the planned sacrifice. Carved by hand from a single block of schist betwee...
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Hellenistic Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Schist

Black glazed bottle, Late Ming Era(16-17th century)
Located in seoul, KR
page 146 of the Bin Thuan catalog titled 'The Age of Discovery: Asian Ceramics Found Along the Maritime
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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Asian Antiquities

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Pottery

Pair of Small White porcelain Cup, Late Ming Era(16-17th Century)
Located in seoul, KR
Thuan catalog titled Asian Ceramic Found along Maritime Silk Route. Period: Ming Dynasty (1368-1644
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Asian Antiquities

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Ceramic, Porcelain

1900s Chinese Export Silver Bowl
By Bao Cheng
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver bowl; an addition to our Asian
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Asian Antiquities

Materials

Silver

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Antique Asian Antiquities For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique Asian antiquities for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and ceramic, all antique Asian antiquities available were constructed with great care. Antique Asian antiquities have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique Asian antiquities bearing Arts and Crafts or Folk Art hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Wang Hing & Co., Luen Wo and Tuck Chang & Co. each produced beautiful antique Asian antiquities that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Asian Antiquities?

Antique Asian antiquities can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,850, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $92,017.

Finding the Right asian-art-furniture for You

From Japanese handmade earthenware pottery, originating circa 14,500 B.C. and adorned with elaborate corded patterns known as jōmon, to natural elm case pieces and storage cabinets built in Qing dynasty–era China to mid-century Thai rice-paper charcoal rubbings, antique and vintage Asian art and furniture make for wonderful additions to all kinds of contemporary interiors.

Eastern elements elevate any home’s decor. Introduce zen sensibility to your living room, dining room and bedroom with the neutral color palettes and the natural materials such as rattan, bamboo and elm that we typically associate with traditional Asian furniture. Decorative handwoven embroideries and textiles originating from India and elsewhere on the continent, which can be draped over a bed or sofa or used as a wall hanging, can be as practical as they are functional, just as you wouldn’t seek out Japanese room-divider screens — often decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile — merely for privacy.

With everything from blanket chests to lighting fixtures to sculptures and carvings, it’s easy to tastefully bring serenity to your living space by looking to the treasures for which the East has long been known.

For British-born furniture designer Andrianna Shamaris, the Japanese concept of beauty in imperfection isn’t limited to her Wabi Sabi collection. She embraces it in her New York City apartment as well. In the living area, for instance, she retained the fireplace’s original black marble while swathing its frame and the rest of the room in bright white.

“We left the fireplace very clean and wabi-sabi, so that it blended into the wall,” says Shamaris, who further appointed the space with a hand-carved antique daybed whose plush pillows are upholstered in antique textiles from the Indonesian island of Sumba.

In the growing antique and vintage Asian art and furniture collection on 1stDibs, find ceramics from China, antiquities from Cambodia and a vast range of tables, seating, dining chairs and other items from Japan, India and other countries.

Questions About Antique Asian Antiquities
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An antique bureau is any bureau that is 100 years old or older. The term bureau today is typically used as another word for a dresser or a chest of drawers. This word has also been used to refer to a writing desk. Find a collection of antique bureaus on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Suzani is a form of embroidered tapestry, generally made on velvet, silk or cotton cloth. Suzanis have held a long tradition as being integral to interior decoration in central Asia. They were also thought to be talismans and would bring good luck to one’s home. Shop a collection of suzani tapestries from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A chatelaine is a set of decorative chains attached to a clasp or belt loop, which was used to carry keys and necessities. In ancient Rome, women carried tweezers, nail cleaners and ear scoops on their chatelaines. On 1stDibs, find antique chatelaines from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Important in the 18th and 19th centuries, an antique cellarette was a piece of furniture in which wine was stored. The cellarette, also known as a wine cooler, is recognizable by its small rectangular size and simple design. Shop a collection of antique cellarettes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique majolica is a type of Victorian earthenware characterized by beautifully-colored lead glazes. It first appeared in the 1850s and is highly sought after today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique majolica from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Ironstone is a kind of vitreous pottery that was made in the United Kingdom around the early 19th century. The ironstone made by the masons are considered to be collectibles. Most antique ironstone items should have a hallmark. Shop a range of antique and vintage ironstone items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    First used by the Egyptians and later the Romans, pewter is an alloy composed predominantly of tin. It can also be mixed with copper, silver or lead. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique pewter pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pewter is a type of tin alloy that’s been popular for centuries. Many examples of antique pewter objects exist, including dinnerware and sculpture. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pewter from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mainly built around the 17th century, antique settles are a type of long bench with a high back and open arms. Settles were made of wood and were fairly simple in construction. You can shop a collection of antique settles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A settle is a type of large bench, usually with arms and a high back. Popular in England, settles are typically designed to fit three or four people. Many examples from the 17th century survive today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern settle benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A fob is a pendant that can be attached to a chain. Common types of fobs would be a pocket watch, a piece of jewelry or a locket. On 1stDibs, you can find antique fobs from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique coffer is one of the oldest pieces of furniture. It is a box or chest that’s simple in design, constructed with solid oak planks and a hinged lid. Shop a collection of antique coffers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Generally, an antique toy is any toy made over 100 years ago. A toy made more than 20 years ago is vintage. Shop an assortment of toys on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Antique carpet balls are stone or ceramic balls decorated in bright colored patterns in specific plaids. They were used as a form of indoor carpet bowling, though now are collected for decorative purposes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One simple way to identify antique ironstone is to pick it up. Because of the thickness of the vitreous pottery, it will usually feel much heavier than expected. Pieces free of cracks and chips ring like a bell if you strike them with your finger while gripping them by the handle. Find a variety of expertly vetted vintage and antique ironstone on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Most antique brass items are solid brass. A great way of identifying solid brass antiques is by using a magnet. If you feel a pull, then the item is brass plated and not solid brass. Additionally, few brass antiques display stamps or maker's marks to depict the place and year of manufacturing. Find antique and vintage brass furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    One of the simplest ways to identify an antique lamp is to look for markings that indicate the maker. Then, you can research the artisan or company that made the lamp using trusted online resources to see when they were active. Some antique lamps may have a date stamp on the shade or the bottom of the body of the lamp. Plugs can also provide a clue. Plugs on antique and vintage fixtures may feature exposed screws or prongs that are the same size. Prongs on newer lamps are usually two different sizes. Keep in mind that an antique lamp could have undergone a cord replacement, so what you see may not be an original. When in doubt, you can consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for information about specific pieces. Shop a selection of antique lamps on 1stDibs.
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    Determining the age of a rug often depends on the style of rug because different styles have evolved at their own rates and with their own characteristics. One thing you can look for is a date; some rugs weave the year into the border. Another thing to make note of is the color of the rug. Bright dyes and synthetic fibers weren’t available until the 1920s for rugs, so authentic antique rugs will have muted tones. Shop a collection of vetted antique rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Antique compasses work with the use of magnets. Compasses use a magnetized needle that can rotate to line up with the Earth’s magnetic field, pointing towards the magnetic north. The basic concept of how compasses work has not changed over several centuries and magnetic compasses continue to work well today. Shop a variety of antique compasses on 1stDibs.