Empress Dowager

the Republic Period of China, 1912-1949 Vase depicts multiple scenes of the Empress Dowager Cixi with

around. This finely painted example dates to the early 20th century and depicts the Empress Dowager Cixi

large size of the present pair is consistent with the grand taste of the Empress Dowager Cixi. She

form and large size of the present pair is consistent with the grand taste of the Empress Dowager Cixi

and are of A.A. Kudinov and N.N. Pustynnikov, personal Kamer-Kazak bodyguards of Dowager Empress Maria

around. This finely painted example dates to the early 20th century and depicts the Empress Dowager Cixi

, Empress Dowager Cixi. Although he had little influence over state affairs, the events of his reign gave

of the last Empress Dowager of China, Cixi, elegant antique and modern aspect. China, circa 1880s

mother, the powerful Empress Dowager Cixi, played a significant role in these efforts.

recognition as an oil painter and was awarded the honor of painting a portrait of the Empress Dowager. Later

and then as an empress dowager, through her sons Emperors Zhongzong and Ruizong, from 665 to 690, not

imperial family. An interesting fact: among the personal belongings of Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna

fact: among the personal belongings of Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna, which were transported to

. Provenance: Purchased by dowager Empress Maria Fedorovna of Russia 12th of March 1912 for 260 roubles. Was a

Empress Dowager Longyu abdicated on behalf of the last emperor, Puyi, on February 12, 1912.

is a piece of Chinese material culture typical of the late Qing dynasty during the Regency of Empress

dominos, each of which has various numbers to the surface. Unmarked. The Empress Dowager Cixi

Montferrard designed for the apartments of the Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna, Tsar Nicholas I's mother, at

, the Dowager Empress Maria Fedorovna. Records have shown that of the 50 imperial Easter eggs, 20 were

present from Emperor Nicholas II to his mother, Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna for Easter 1913 (sold

A reclaimed 1970s Iron explosion proof pendant with copper shade and was originally used in passageways on cargo ships and super tankers. The cantilever is formed from 22mm copper...

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A large and remarkable Japanese lacquer and marquetry decorated table or hanging cabinet, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan. The cabinet of square form surmounted by an arched top wit...

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From the exceptional Salon de Boucheron: Centering an 8.03 Carat Emerald Cut "G" Color "VS1" Clarity Diamond, framed by 12 magnificent Briolette-Cut Diamond drops totaling 3.94 Carat...

Nordic Renaissance-styled ring with carved band in solid 18K Yellow Gold. Claw set Natural oval rose cut Garnet with open back 8mm x 5.5mm x 3.3 mm deep / ca. 1.5 ct and flanked with...

Antique stone Balusters Item #: GE-0030 Additional information: - Dimensions: 25.75"H x 8"W x 4"D.

A silk civil rank badge panel beautifully framed in a gilt Baux bamboo carved wood frame circa Qing dynasty mid-19th century. The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi which ...

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An absolutely stunning Swedish vintage teak sofa by Bertil Fridhagen. This was made in Sweden by Broderna Andersson in the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, the solid teak frame h...

Azzedine Alaïa, Runway 1992 A standout and cleverly designed piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1992 runway collection, this exceptionally rare black lace dress was documented on the runwa...

Frida Espectacular - Amazing Frida Made with natural clay and polychrome painting. Hand-modeled technique and cooked in an oven. LISTING =================================== 1 Ceram...

Black cocktail dress with velvet pattern. No fabric composition tag but it's probably cotton. Black nylon lining only inside the waist. Boned around the waist. Hook&eye and snap clos...

Ball and Claw Cabinet 34”x12x”x48”

Delightful, one-of-a-kind set of five gold-painted textured iron "tulip" floor lamps, set on round, black marble bases, veined with white. Striking and very decorative pieces.