Chinese Character

Rare pair of late 19th century sconces, each consisting of a carved wood and papier-mâché panel lacquered with gold highlights, adorned with a Chinese character with glass sulfide ey...

His first personal exhibition was closed by the authorities to public audiences before the opening because of the invented, fake, miswritten Chinese characters, and printing style ca...

Rising from the base, the stem is pierced with a stylized openwork design evocative of traditional Chinese characters or auspicious motifs, creating a sense of balance and symmetry.

At the center hangs a circular carved jade disc, bezel-set and framed in gold, with a traditional Chinese character inset in warm-toned gold—a symbol often representing longevity or ...

There are Chinese characters on one side of the piece. In good condition.

Approx. 1920/30s. Both marked with Chinese characters in relief. In excellent condition.

Consisting of a white jadeite circle set with the Chinese character for double happiness (囍, shuāngxǐ) in gold to the center.

A huge Italian A.Santini faux ivory resin sculpture in a curved tusk form, standing 25" tall, of a detailed Chinese god of Longevity standing with a child, mounted upon a stand with ...

Cylindrical mug with handle and lid, decorated in red and multicoloured famille rose style with floral and band ornamentation as well as Chinese characters. Together with six round b...

On its main side it displays an enjoyable scene with five Chinese characters, probably a meeting of people of letters.

On the reverse eight small flowers are painted. The Chinese character for fish, yu, is phonetically identical to the character for abundance; thus, fish became the symbol for riches.

The decoration in the room is presenting a very traditional Chinese character with paintings, lantain, bonsai, furniture, etc., playing with a bird.

The black lacquer wood frame has been recently refinished and the brass top imprinted with Chinese characters retains it's warm original patina.

This Contemporary Chopard 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace Features 2 White Gold Chains Holding A Chinese Character Symbolizing Good Fortune. Surrounded By Diamonds (0.67ct Twd).

This late storage box blends Eastern and Western aesthetics with its hand-painted gilt Chinese character insignia and a Greek key pattern that encircles the rich maroon tin siding.

The backs of these fine hardwood pieces are inscribed with Chinese characters, and part of wax custom-permit stamp can be seen on one of the corners.

Glazed in a beautiful deep green, and decorated with a floral motif of pink chrysanthemums, purple berries, birds on branches, and red Chinese characters. This pair will be fabulous ...

Double sided ebonized and lacquered wood suanpan body with Chinese character carved panel sides and gold metal accents.

Elegantly shaped and monumental in size, this looking glass is held within a silver frame of extraordinary artistry, boasting a chased and engraved floral boarder and guarded by two ...

The wood carved signboard showcases large carved Chinese characters with remnants of gold leaf, flanked with columns of smaller carved characters.

The scene is bordered with bamboo leaves scattered throughout. Brass capped feet. Chinese character translation: 清相风雨回 Qing Xiang returns after a storm Dimensions 84"h x 128" x 1"

This fireback is 18th century period. A Chinese character serves tea with a small monkey.

Each drawer is labeled with Chinese characters referencing medicinal herbs and ingredients once stored inside.

The work is signed in red the lower right corner, with several Chinese characters written in black that are typically the title of the work, if not a poem or some other inscription r...

On the left of old wall, there is Chinese character '拆', means tear down. On the bottom, there is beautiful gate pier left.

The brass charger features beautiful etchings inspired by Eastern Asia with a large Chinese character for "Happiness" in the center. The base features six carved legs that fold toget...

Adding to its allure, the snuff bottle bears a signature in Chinese characters, rendered in red on its bottom.

Small yet substantial, beautifully cast and richly patinated, the group presents a harmonious study of classical Chinese design in small scale. The first burner is a rounded tripod c...

Traditional ring-pull hardware complements the understated silhouette and reinforces the cabinet’s Chinese character. The cabinet is constructed in two separate sections, allowing f...

A distinctive decorative seating piece with strong provincial Chinese character and authentic age-related wear throughout.

Lavish pair of cast brass and gold gilt horse statues or sculptures made in the Chinese Tang dynasty style. Features intricately cast bodies with detailed Chinese characters echoed o...

The underside with marks for Luen Hing and 90% silver purity. The Chinese character "Gao" is also stamped to the base.

Decorated down the front, along the back of the neck and on the cuffs with silver and gold beads resembling Chinese characters. Flat iridescent sequins scattered throughout.

The artist also explores the multiple meanings of Chinese characters in their isolated vs contextual forms.

Large Chinese Export red lacquer character box, sculptural, well executed Chinese two part lacquer table box.

The dish features underglaze cobalt blue decoration, showcasing the Chinese character "shou" (symbolizing long life) at the center.

Dimensions Head: 2.4 x 2 cm Weight: 4.78 grams Ring Size: UK K / EU 50 / US 5.25 Specifications Period: Art Deco 1920. Origin: Chinese Metal: Platinum Marks: Chinese character marks...

Innovative artisans incorporated calligraphy into the pictorial decoration and it is considered a significant art form. Chinese characters on the lamp can be interpreted poetically ...

To the underside the snuff bottle has Chinese characters which translate to 'made in the Qianlong period', however it is likely this is a false mark that was added to give the illusi...

Encased in an sterling silver frame, the buckle is adorned with a signature in Chinese character mark, adding to its authenticity and historical significance.

The script below the Chinese characters, "China bij Vroom en Dreesmann," adds a Western touch, grounding the poster within its European context.

This piece features a white tile top framed with solid mahogany with applied Chinese character and fan decoration. The table is supported by a simple and classic stained bamboo and r...

The lid displays hand-painted Chinese characters in gold against a black lacquered ground, adding graphic contrast and a sense of authenticity to the overall form.

Antique Chinese (early 20th century) small, earthenware jar with blue characters running down the center framed by thin stripes circling the top and base.      

The bases are marked with two Chinese character "Hongxiang" which may indicate the silversmith and CUT (the mark used by Cutshing circa 1840-1870s).

Weight: 44.5 Grams Measurements: 131.8 x 72.6 x 10.5 mm Size: 22.5" Hallmark: Chinese Characters Metal: Sterling Silver Item #: BR-1815-022726-09

The wide border showcases classic Samarkand elements: alternating roundels and stylized peonies intertwined with scrolling cloud bands and Chinese calligraphic characters, suggestive...

The script below the Chinese characters, "China bij Vroom en Dreesmann," adds a Western touch, grounding the poster within its European context.

Colourful pair of Chinese theatrical masked characters Fig. No. 123 (Cheng En) & Fig.

Beautifully worked gilding, little details of Chinese figures and Chinese characters. Possibly made Darte Frères factory, Paris, ca. 1815 No marking, but the model with the pearl r...

Produced by Mastercraft in the 1970's, 3 Drawer Chest of Drawers in Brass, Bronze and Cedar with six chinese characters (representing the four dynasties) which double as pulls.

Heritage of the Far East: Vérité depicts the Japanese ideogram for ‘Truth’ or the Mandarin character that in Chinese means ‘Free’ impressed into the brilliant red thickness of the pi...

The Art Deco period between the two World Wars saw a distinctive carpet industry developing in Tientsin (Tianjin) in northeastern China. These are highly prized for their transitiona...

The Art Deco period between the two World Wars saw a distinctive carpet industry developing in Tientsin (Tianjin) in northeastern China. These are highly prized for their transitiona...

Both the field and inner border feature gold and black Chinese right-angle characters, while the outermost border depicts many sharp lotus floral accents.

Antique Chinese (Late 19th Century) ceramic urn with blue floral designs surrounding bold, centered characters on 4 sides.  

Translucent green jade with natural color variations, signed with Chinese characters. Ring size 6, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: 18K Yellow Gol...