Carved Chinese Soapstone Water Dropper
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A carved Chinese soapstone water dropper, boat shaped receptacle with spout and handle, carved with
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Water Dropper
Soapstone
Carved Chinese Soapstone Water Dropper
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A carved Chinese soapstone water dropper, boat shaped receptacle with spout and handle, carved with
Soapstone
Chinese Export Silver Overlay Water Dropper
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a charming Chinese Export Sterling Silver Overlay Water Dropper. The water dropper is a
Sterling Silver
Korean Ceramic Water Dropper Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small Korean ceramic water dropper in square form on four corner feet, circa 19th century late
Ceramic
Fine Antique Korean Ceramic Water Dropper Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine porcelain water dropper from Korea circa 19th century of the late Joseon Dynasty. Water
Ceramic
Korean Porcelain Water Dropper Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small Korean ceramic water dropper in square form circa 19th century late Joseon Dynasty. It
Ceramic
Japanese Octopus Water Dropper, c. 1830s
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A Japanese Hirado ware water dropper used in calligraphy dating to the Edo Period (1603-1868). The
Ceramic
Korean Ceramic Water Dropper in Frog Form
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean ceramic water dropper in the form of fog circa early 20th century likely from Japanese
Ceramic
Rare Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Water Dropper
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese copper water dropper with cloisonne enamel design. Meiji period, 1868 to 1913
Copper, Enamel
Chinese Ceramic Ox Form Water Dropper on Stand
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese Ceramic Ox Form Water Dropper on Carved Wood Stand. 2.5" H x 3.5" W x 2.5" D. Provenance
Ceramic, Wood
Rare Korean Water Dropper in Doughnut Form Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean blue and white porcelain water dropper in a rare hallowed out doughnut shape from Joseon
Ceramic
Green Jade Paperweight with Water Dropper, 19th Century
By Artistian Made
Located in San Diego, CA
This 19th Century green jade paperweight with a water dropper, 碧玉元宝水盂镇纸, features a yuanbao 元宝
Korean Ceramic White Porcelain Water Dropper Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small Korean water dropper in rectangular form with beveled edges, circa early 19th century of
Ceramic
Korean Ceramic Water Dropper in Mountain Form Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean ceramic water dropper in the shape of a mountain from late Joseon Dynasty circa 1850-1900s
Ceramic
Korean Ceramic Celadon Turtle Form Water Dropper Goryeo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean ceramic water dropper in the form of a turtle or tortoise from Goryeo Period circ 12-13th
Ceramic
Korean Ceramic Water Dropper in Dog Form Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lovely Korean ceramic water dropper in the form of a sitting dog circa 19th century late Joseon
Ceramic
Chinese Ho Ho Boy Water Dropper, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This curious object is a late 19th-century Chinese water dropper, a calligraphy accessory that
Porcelain
Chinese Robin's Egg Peach Water Dropper, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This porcelain peach is a traditional Chinese water dropper, a calligraphy accessory that would
Porcelain
$1,379Sale Price|39% Off
H 3.15 in Dm 2.68 in
Antique Edo Period Japanese Arita Small Vase or Bottle Water Dropper, 17/18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very nice and delicate small vase or water dropper from the edo period. Flowers and Paradise bird
Porcelain
Suiteki or water dropper in bronze forming a teapot and its base
Located in PARIS, FR
bi color patina work. The suiteki is a small container used to hold the water that is added to the
Bronze
$1,038Sale Price|48% Off
H 3.15 in Dm 3.15 in
Antique Chinese Statue Porcelain Immortal Camel Qianlong/Jiaqing Period
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
a sitting camel. It seems to be a water dropper considering the hole in the mouth of the camel and
Porcelain
Bronze waterdropper or suiteki sculpted in the form of an hare
Located in PARIS, FR
Cute suiteki (water dropper) in cast bronze in the shape of a rabbit (or hare) with a gorgeous
Bronze
$7,682
H 9.45 in W 8.67 in D 1.78 in
Japanese 'double gourd' lacquer suzuri’bako (writing box) by Hara Yôyûsai 原羊遊斎
By Hara Yôyûsai
Located in Amsterdam, NL
of the lid signed 'Yôyûsai'. The interior of the box is fitted with a rectangular bronze water
Bronze
Suzuribak or writting box decorated with a moonrise landscape
Located in PARIS, FR
inkstone, which also bears remains of nashiji lacquer, and its suiteki (water dropper), made from copper
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
$11,840
H 7.49 in W 10.16 in D 4.18 in
Edo Gold-Lacquer Writing Box with Samurai Warrior, Makie Suzuribako
Located in Taichung, TW
writing implements: inkstone, fan-shaped water dropper, paper knife, awl, and brush. The lid interior is
Lacquer
Japanese Rinpa Style Lacquer Ink Stone Box Suzuribako
Located in Atlanta, GA
frame that holds ink stone and a silvered bronze water-dropper (Suiteki). Both the exterior and interior
Wood, Lacquer
$18,000
H 1.5 in W 8 in D 3 in
Japanese Lacquer Writing Box, Suzuribako, Edo Period, 18th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
fitted with an inkstone and a water dropper in the form of a helmet, kabuto, crafted of copper and silver
Gold, Silver, Copper
Japanese Maki-e Lacquerware Portable Picnic Set Sagejubako
Located in Atlanta, GA
copper water dropper!). This set is rare because not only it was superbly decorated but also it appears
Lacquer
Rare Japanese Ceramic Glazed Inro with Ojime Ogata Kenzan Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
pens and peacock feathers, an ink stone, a stack of books, a water dropper and an ewer. On the ojime
Ceramic
Japanese Meiji Lacquer Writing Set
Located in New Orleans, LA
suzuri and water dropper, or mizusashi, in a compact or silk-covered saturation pad, and a set of five
Stone
$9,600
H 2.25 in W 98.75 in D 9.5 in
Antique Japanese Ink Stone Maki-e Lacquer Box Suzuribako Edo Provenance
Located in Atlanta, GA
stone and a silver-plated bronze water-dropper (Suiteki). The exterior and interior side of the lid was
Wood, Lacquer
Changsha Ewer, Tang Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
such as bowls, pots, ewers (or jugs), plates, boxes, lamps, pillows, candlesticks, censers, water
Pottery
Changsha Ewer, Tang Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
such as bowls, pots, ewers (or jugs), plates, boxes, lamps, pillows, candlesticks, censers, water
Pottery, Stoneware
Changsha ewer, Tang Dynasty(618-907)
Located in seoul, KR
, censers, water droppers, mortars, paper weights, tea grinders, and figurines. Examples of these forms can
Stoneware
Changsha ewer, Tang Dynasty(618-907)
Located in seoul, KR
, censers, water droppers, mortars, paper weights, tea grinders, and figurines. Examples of these forms can
Stoneware
Japanese Lacquer Maki-E Tiered Suzuribako and Ryoshibako
Located in Atlanta, GA
contains a suzuri (ink-stone) with fundame trim and a round cloisonne suiteki (water dropper) with wave
Stone, Metal
$18,000
H 2 in W 9.25 in D 10.125 in
Exquisite Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Suzuribako by Koma Kyūhaku Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
a silver suiteki (water dropper) of in the complementary form of a waterwheel and waves. Under the
Stone, Metal
Rare Lion Figurine Pillow, Tang Dynasty(618-907)
Located in seoul, KR
such as bowls, pots, ewers (or jugs), plates, boxes, lamps, pillows, candlesticks, censers, water
Stoneware
$17,667
H 1.78 in Dm 10.63 in
Suzuribako or writting set box in hira maki-e lacquer of unusual circulare shape
Located in PARIS, FR
contains its inkstone and its suiteki (water dropper), rectangular in form and crafted from silver sheet
Gold Leaf
Japanese Ceramic Water Dropper, Folded Paper Design
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Japanese Ceramic Water Dropper, Folded Water Design A water dropper is used in calligraphy as a
Ceramic, Clay
Unavailable
H 3.55 in W 5.52 in D 4.34 in
Antique Japanese Hirado Porcelain Water Dropper/ Okimono in the Form of a Puppy.
Located in London, GB
Antique Japanese Hirado Porcelain Water Dropper in the Form of a Puppy. Meiji period A Fine
Ceramic, Porcelain
Unavailable
H 4.34 in W 2.72 in D 2.72 in
Early 17th Century Ming Tianqi Reign Blue and White Porcelain Water Dropper
Located in Paris, FR
The water dropper, rectangular, painted in underglaze blue on the four sides. Two sides with
Porcelain
A yellow glass double-gourd bottle vase
Located in Winter Park, FL
neck. The bottle was probably intended to be used as water-dropper by a scholar. Provenance
Japanese Lacquerware Writing Box with a Phoenix Motif
Located in New York, NY
with removable trays securing a river pearl form suiteki (water dropper) and suzri (ink-stone) with
Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer
Unavailable
H 9.85 in W 15.36 in D 5.12 in
19th Century, Edo Period Japan, Suzuribako and Bunko Document Box
Located in London, GB
deer in moonlight, copper water dropper and slate ink stone. Fitted in lacquered boxes.
Copper, Silver
Unavailable
H 2.17 in W 9.06 in D 9.45 in
Suzuribako decorated with a bird of prey in maki-e, Japan Edo period
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
water dropper and an ink stone on the left, and a single compartment on the right for storing writing
Wood
Unavailable
H 6.3 in W 2.56 in D 4.3 in
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Kneeling Boys, 18th-19th Century
Located in Frome, Somerset
A pair of Famille Rose figures of kneeling boys as water droppers 18th-19th century. One with a
Porcelain
Hydrangea Writing Box
Located in New York, NY
detachable frame fitted with suzuri (ink stone) and suiteki (water dropper); the exterior and sides of the
Lacquer
Writing Box with Fans and Flowering Plants
Located in New York, NY
removable suzuri (ink stone) and suiteki (water-dropper), and hikidashi (drawer); the exterior finished in
Lacquer
Chinese Porcelain Lotus Water Droppers
Located in Downingtown, PA
Chinese porcelain Lotus water droppers, circa 1885-1915. A remarkable pair of lovely Chinese
Porcelain
A Chinese Porcelain Lotus Water Dropper
Located in Downingtown, PA
The bowl of the water dropper is in the form of a lotus flower decorated in naturalistic colors
Sold
H 4.45 in W 1.66 in D 1.58 in
14th-16th C., Sukhothai, Antique Thai Glazed Stoneware Hunchback Water Dropper
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Sukhothai glazed stoneware hunchback water dropper. Age: Thailand, Sukhothai Period, 14th - 16th
Stoneware
Sold
H 3.35 in Dm 3.35 in
Antique Chinese Porcelain Water Dropper Immortal Camel Qianlong/Jiaqing 18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
camel. It seems to be a water dropper considering the hole in the mouth of the camel and the one at the
Porcelain
Medieval Shipwreck Hoi An Hoard Blue / White Puffer Fish Water Dropper, 1450 AD
Located in London, GB
A finely painted and preserved antique water dropper, officially salvaged and recorded from the
Sold
H 2 in W 3.75 in D 2 in
A 19th Century Japanese Patinated Bronze 'Suiteki' Water Dropper, Meiji Period
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A fine 19th century scholarly object used to moisten inksticks for an inkstone when working with calligraphy. Naturalistically cast in the form of a gourd with a detachable leafy st...
Bronze
Sancai Glazed Small Chinese Horse
Located in Katonah, NY
A Chinese export water dropper in the figure of a horse. The figure is decorated with an egg and
Japanese black lacquer pillow-shape writing box
Located in Hudson, NY
, and mother-of-pearl inlay. Gold plum design on inside of lid. Inkstone (suzuri) and silver water
Lacquer, Wood
Edo Period Zitan Wood Suzuribako 'Writing Box' with Bamboo Design
Located in Hudson, NY
gold. Suzuribako is complete with suiteki (water dropper) and suzuri-ishi (ink stone). Comes in its
Gold Leaf
A Chinese Zitan Scholar's Tray
Located in Austin, TX
graced the desk of a scholar, holding his stationary supplies, such as a brushpot, brushes, water dropper
Turtle Lacquerware Writing Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
, it houses essential calligraphy tools: an inkstone, a finely engraved silver water dropper, two
Crystal
Japanese Lacquer Suzuribako Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
dropper) featuring a water wheel family crest. This is a striking piece with fine quality in both
Lacquer
Sold
H 2 in W 8 in D 10.5 in
Fine Japanese Lacquer Fujiyama Makie Suzuribako with Complete Writing Implements
Located in Atlanta, GA
pieces, remain together in fine condition, an inkstone, a silver water dropper (suiteki), two brush pens
Stone, Metal
Exceptional Japanese Lacquer Suzuribako Edo Period with Provenance Note
Located in Atlanta, GA
compartments that hold the ink stone and the silver suiteki water dropper in the shape of a partially open
Stone, Silver
Shipwreck Salvaged Ming Dynasty Frog Water Dropper
Located in London, GB
A finely painted, very well preserved water dropper, officially salvaged and recorded from the
Sold
H 1.88 in W 2.88 in D 2 in
Antique Japanese Awaji Pottery Water Dropper Cat Figure Scholar Calligraphy Desk
By Awaji Pottery
Located in Wilton, CT
Antique Awaji pottery water dropper in the form of a cat. Used to apply small amounts of water to
Pottery
Japanese Meiji Period Suziribako Stacking Box
Located in Lambertville, NJ
specifically for writing tools: ink slate, water droppers, and brushes 8.5 square and 8.5 tall.
Wood, Lacquer
Antique Japanese Ink Stone Maki-e Lacquer Box Suzuribako
Located in Atlanta, GA
for holding brush pens, and the other for holding the ink stone (present) and a bronze water-dropper
Stone, Bronze
Korean Pottery Fish Water Dropper
Located in Seattle, WA
Korean glazed pottery water dropper in the form of a carp. The surface and sides with cobalt blue
Ceramic
Kakiemon Porcelain Water Dropper, Daikoku, circa 1680, Edo Period
By Arita
Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire
A rare Kakiemon porcelain water dropper, Edo Period, cica 1680. Modelled as Daikoku, The god of
Porcelain
Japanese Water Dropper, Suiteki Shaped as a Hare, Momoyama Period
Located in Milano, IT
the hare is often associated in Japanese culture. Suiteki are small containers used to hold the water
Sold
H 3.75 in W 2.05 in D 2.05 in
Whistle, Joss-Stick Holder and Water Dropper in the Form of a European Gentleman
Located in London, GB
Whistle, joss-stick holder and waterdropper in the form of a European gentleman wearing a tricorn hat holding a shield and sword while kicking a tiger, all on a hexagonal base moulde...
Porcelain, Ceramic
19th Century Suzuribako Japanese Lacquer Calligraphy Box
Located in Paris, FR
several compartments, one suzuri (ink stone) and a water dropper adorned with scrolls.
Copper
Japanese Negoro Lacquer Ink Box with Rabbit
Located in Seattle, WA
, gilt rabbit decorating the lid The lid lifts off to reveal original ink stone, water dropper and a
Lacquer
Meissen Porcelain Scent Bottle, c. 1790, Marcolini Period
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire
Islamic rose water dropper, and hand painted with three gilt scroll panels, containing views in Germany
Porcelain
Small Brownish-Yellow Glass Bottle Vase
Located in Winter Park, FL
A small bottle vase of pear-form with a tall, narrow cylindrical neck, possibly a water dropper
Sold
H 1.78 in W 8.67 in D 9.45 in
Japan, Gold Lacquer Writing Box "Suzuribako, " Edo Period "19th Century"
Located in Paris, FR
nashiji ground, fitted with an rectangular inkstone and a silver water dropper, together with a nashiji
Lacquer
Cherry Blossom Writing Box
Located in New York, NY
suzuri ink stone and original pure silver suiteki water dropper in an auspicious fan shape with engraved
Gold
Deer Writing Box
Located in New York, NY
silver suiteki water dropper. The suiteki has a relief and chased autumn décor of maple leaves and a
Pewter
Paddle-Shaped Writing Box
Located in New York, NY
flakes, and a silver pure suiteki water dropper in the form of a cherry blossom and a maple leaf.
Silver, Gold
Korean Four Panel Screen of Hunting Scene Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean four-panel folding screen circa 1830s, from the late Joseon Dynasty. The painting depicts a vivid hunting scene on four vertical scroll panels mounted with brocade borders. ...
Brocade, Wood, Paper
Hand-Painted, 19th c. Korean Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, globular, c.1885, blue and white, ceramic vase from Korea featuring villagers, mountains and a delicately painted stand of trees.
Ceramic
Korean Carved Celadon Vase, Maebyeong, Goryeo Style, Early 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A wonderful Korean celadon vase, called a maebyeong, in the Goryeo style, but of early 20th century manufacture. The maebyeong vase with a beautiful profile of Classic Chinese mei...
Stoneware
Faceted Korean Ceramic Celadon Jar Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small ceramic celadon storage jar circa 18th century of Korean Joseon Dynasty. The melon shape jar with a mouth and base of the same size display a beautiful harmony in its form. T...
Ceramic
$5,800 / item
H 37 in W 37 in D 17 in
Fine Antique Korean Wedding Bandaji Chest Gyeonggi Do Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean Bandaji Chest circa late 19th century toward the end of Joseon Dynasty from Gyeonggi Do. Bandaji is known as drop front half opening chest and was traditionally used to stor...
Brass
Korean Ceramic Moon Jar with Dragon Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
On offer is a large Korean ceramic storage jar (hangari) with white glaze and iron red underglaze dragon design. The globular shaped jar derived its form from the Moon Jar of the ear...
Ceramic
Korean Folding Chaekgeori Painted Scholar Floor Screen
Located in Atlanta, GA
A six-panel painted folding floor screen from Korea circa early 20th century. This type of screen is called Chaekgeori (books and things) which is quite unique to Korea. It became po...
Brocade, Silk, Wood, Paper
Korean Antique Bronze Footed Vessel with Lid Early Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A bronze bowl shape vessel with fitted lid from Korean dated to 15-16th century (early Joseon Dynasty). In an elegant minimalistic form with thin wall and supported by a high foot ri...
Bronze
Antique Korean Embroidered Civil Rank Badge Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine Korean silk embroidered rank badge (Hyungbae in Korean) from Joseon Dynasty circa late 19th century. The badge features a design of double flying cranes above the Li-sui waves...
Fabric, Silk, Wood
Antique Korean Porcelain Peony Jar Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean white porcelain jar with underglaze blue painting of large peonies with leaves circa second half of 19th century, Joseon Dynasty. Considered associated with Punwon-ri kilns ...
Porcelain
Antique Korean Ceramic White Bowl Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean ceramic bowl covered in a white glaze with a hint of bluish green circa 18th century, possibly earlier of the Joseon Dynasty. The deep bowl features a classic form, simple b...
Ceramic
Korean Glazed Ceramic Vase Buncheong Ware Early Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique Korean Buncheong stoneware vase from early Joseon Dynasty circa late 15th to early 16th century. The vase is of a classic pear form with a waisted neck and a flared mouth....
Ceramic
Antique Korean Buncheong Flat Bottle Vase with Incised Designs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean Buncheong stoneware vase circa 15th century of Joseon Dynasty. The robust vase with thick walls was made in a bottle form with rounded square contour and flattened surfaces....
Ceramic
Antique Korean Porcelain Jar with Pheonix Design Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A korean white porcelain jar with underglaze blue paint circa late 19th century toward the end of Joseon Dynasty. Porcelain jars of this elongated form with swell shoulder, wide mout...
Porcelain
Fine Korean Box with Tray Iron with Silver Inlay Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine Korean iron box with intricate silver inlay dated to the late Joseon Dynasty circa 19th century. The body of the box is made from iron of a heavy weight although the wear on t...
Silver, Iron
Korean Ceramic Faceted Wine Bottle Vase Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean ceramic bottle with octagonal faceted form with underglaze copper red decoration. The robust bottle with the long neck and a relatively thick built was used to hold liquor s...
Ceramic
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.
Decorated with white cranes and the sought-after thousand-butterflies motif, the Meiji-period vessel offers both a celebration of traditional aesthetics and a clear reflection of the era’s appetite for exquisite export pieces.
For 25 years, gallerist Betsy Nathan has leveraged her keen eye and key connections to bring a unique selection of rare finds to the market.
Now working alongside his daughter Bianca, dealer Joel Chen has presented a most covetable array of antiques, art and contemporary creations for more than 40 years.
From cherry-blossom-adorned walls paired with glamorous lighting to wood-paneled ceilings above checkerboard-patterned chairs, these 12 spaces seamlessly blend Eastern and Western aesthetics.
The dealer and curator has spent the past 50 years amassing a collection of exceptional art, furniture and architectural elements that trace the cultural influence of the Spanish empire from Europe to the Americas and beyond.
These spaces exemplify how Eastern elements elevate a home's decor.