Metalwork

Antique Central Asian Turkmenistan silver Gold Amber bead Necklace Quality Turkmenistan silver and gilt pendant with rustic amber beads Nice wearable antique piece pendant siz...

Rare Qing dynasty gilt-bronze seated Buddhist figure depicted in Namaskara Mudra (the devotional prayer posture) - this gesture typically belongs to a Bodhisattva or a devoted discip...

A great Chinese Guanyin cloisonné enameled figurine/sculpture holding a fan with intricated design on the entire body and standing on a fitte...

From the Mid Century. The 4 great Chinese carved cloisonné enameled figurine/sculpture to complete the famous historical figures of "the Four Beauties", Xi Shi, Diaochan, Wang Zhaoju...

This is a cast bronze hanshō (fire bell), thought to have been made in Japan during the Taisho era to early Shōwa period, roughly the first half of the 1900s. A hanshō is a smaller ...

A Large Decorative Antique Burmese Repoussé Silver Presentation Bowl, Mahosodha Jataka, Circa 1900. A hammered repoussé silver Buddhist Thabeik (beggar’s bowl) form of exceptional ...

Antique Kashmiri Indian Silver Meenakari Enamel Hexagonal Box c1900 A finely worked antique silver hexagonal box from Kashmir, dating to the late 19th / early 20th century. Decorated throughout with crisp hand-chased floral and foliate designs, highlighted with rich blue and turquoise enamel panels in the traditional Kashmiri manner. The hinged lid opens to a fully gilded interior, with matching chased decoration to the underside of the lid, indicating a good quality piece. The workmanship is sharp and consistent across all panels. Condition: Very good antique condition with minimal wear; enamel remains bright and intact. Dimensions: Height 6 cm; Width 5 cm; Depth 7 cm Weight: 93 grams A scarce and attractive example of Kashmiri enamelled...

Fine Thai Silver Repoussé Box with Nāga Decoration Exceptional Thai silver lidded box, richly worked in deep repoussé and fine chasing with power...

Antique Large Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Round Lidded Box on Fitted Wood Stand, depicting floral patterns. 10" in diameter n 6" in height, wood stand is 2 12" high.

An Islamic metal vase featuring a globular body rising to a cylindrical neck, intricately decorated with bands of silver inlaid calligraphy and foliate arabesque motifs. The central ...

An exceptional and monumental Japanese cloisonné enamel charger of extraordinary artistic and technical quality, Meiji period (1868–1912), circa 1890–1893. Measuring an impressive 18...

A charming trio of antique Chinese miniature solid bronze incense burners, each displaying a distinct traditional form inspired by ancient ri...

A Chinese Cloissone Lidded Dragon Box, H 17 cm(6.5 in.) x W 12 cm(4.5 in.)

This is a small oval shaped antique metal Pill Box with Inlay to the lid and dating to the Edwardian or late Victorian period. The box is made ...

Chinese Archaistic gilt bronze ritual bell with raised panthers on the sides, a stylized mask on front and back, incised and relief geometric decoration. With a wonderful verdigris p...

A charming set of four miniature antique bronze censers, finely cast with substantial, heavy weight and a rich dark patina with warm copper highl...

Impressive patinated bronze sculpture depicting a traditional Chinese guardian lion or Foo Dog. Expertly cast with a commanding presence, the figure is shown seated in a vigilant po...

A wonderful, beautifully aged Tsuba - Japanese sword hand guard often circular, sometimes square, which emerged as an essential part of Japanese sword craftsmanship during the Heian ...

Fine Antique Indian Mughal Brass bronze Ewer Altaba 19th century A substantial and finely hand-crafted 19th century Mughal-style copper ewer (aftaba), retaining traces of original s...

Presenting a supper large and beautiful Chinese cloisonné enamel egg with intricated patterns of "hundred birds" made by hand seating on a tripod bronze stand, from the Mid-20th Cent...

ANTIQUE AND COLLECTABLE DECORATIVE JAPANESE SIGNED KATANA SWORD. Comprising a Japanese katana signed. The blade is signed "Ikeda Kishinmaru Kunishige" 池田鬼...

Presenting a very large and beautiful Chinese cloisonné enamel egg with intricated patterns made by hand seating on a wood stand, early 20 century. It's measured about 17" x 10" with...

Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa Pe...

An exceptional palatial quality pair of 19th century Chinese cloisonné Fu dogs featuring gold gilding over copper. Chinese cloisonné o...

This is an antique maid's calling bell. An Indian, bronze Hanuman deity figure Ghanta or ringer, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Fascinating deity form with appeali...

A Large Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Filigree and Gilt Boat with Wood Base The sails with colorful enameled birds, resting on a conforming carved ...

A large masterpiece of Ando Jubei wireless cloisonné vase at an exceptional 10" height. In his signature green enamel, portraying an intricate arabesque design of a blooming clematis...

Antique Chinese cloisonné enamel round box with lid depicting floral patterns. A white base tone and colorful floral all around, from the 19th century.

A remarkable Edo Period (1603-1868) Japanese patinated bronze Buddhistic lion censer, exceptionally executed sculptural shishi foo dog form, finely detailed, retaining the original r...

Pair Chinese cloisonne enameled vases, each 26 inches tall and 16 inches across, depicting exotic birds, foliage and flowers.

Antique Japanese Samurai Suit of Armor, Edo period, 18th century. A complete matching set of lacquered iron work; the cuirass with dragonfly decoration and blue lacing, a Kaga schoo...

Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa Pe...

A hand-hammered copper vase (tsuiki-doki) by Gyokusendo, in jar form (kame), decorated with a hammered raindrop pattern (tsuchime kame tarefumon). Comes with the original wooden box ...

Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa Pe...

This compact Japanese bronze vase charms with its classic silhouette and richly mottled patina in warm reddish-brown tones. The subtle variations in the surface evoke the organic bea...

Minakari, the celebrated Persian art of enamelling on metal, represents one of Iran's most refined decorative traditions. Closely associated with the historic city of Isfahan, this i...

Presenting a pair of huge and beautiful Chinese cloisonné enamel eggs with intricated patterns of hundred butterflies made by hand seating on a wood stand, from the early 20 century....

A fine & rare antique Imperial Chinese Qing dynasty solid gold & cloisonne enamel snuff bottle, Qianlong mark & period, 1736-1795, tests as 16k gold. It is rare to find a cloisonné e...

19th century Burmese bronze temple bell with original carved hardwood stand, painted iron hanging bracket, and striker. This rare large scale cast bronze bell has a splendid sculptural and spiritual presence. The bell has a long inscription on the upper part. The offering of a bronze bell to a monastery or temple was considered second only to the offering of a Buddha image as an act of merit (kutho). Such bells were cast using the lost wax (cire perdue) method. Casting of such bells was auspicious with specific rituals being performed by the caster and sponsors to ensure the appropriate blessings. The bell here, as with all such Burmese bells...

Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Floral Vase with Peony & Wood Base c1930. Dimensions - 10" x 4 1/8" x 4 1/8". A beautifully crafted antique Chinese cloisonné vase from circa 1930,...

Fantastic quality antique Victorian large copper samovar having a fantastic quality antique Victorian large copper samovar with ornate detailing, with a lift off lid and the original...

BRONZE top level Japanese statue. Lobster Condition Perfect. Size: 30x18cm Period Showa Period

This impressive 19th-century Persian Qajar tray is crafted in tinned copper and richly embellished with hand-engraved decoration. At its centre, an intricat...

Antique Burmese Silver Water Bowl. Fine detailed high relief decoration of this Thabeik in six panel vignettes of figures in various pursuits from the Ramayana or Buddhist Jataka ta...

This is an antique Japanese iron articulated sculpture of a spiny lobster. Judging from its advanced craftsmanship and refined construction, it is believed to have been created in th...

Japan Meiji era-Taisho era (around 1868-1910) Made of brass and decorated with lotus flowers. it's very beautiful. The shape of this vase also spreads from bottom to top like a fl...

Vintage Tibetan Gau Box Necklace in Silver with 18K Gold Detail This striking vintage Tibetan gau box necklace is a beautifully crafted statement piece that blends cultural heritage...

A Tibetan style ewer crafted from a silver alloy featuring elaborate repousse and chased ornamentation throughout the tapered body. The vessel is designed with a prominent dragon hea...

This is an antique tea calling bell. A Japanese, brass and silver plate decorative chime, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Graced with charm and a delightfully metallic...

Cambodian Silver Elephant Box. A traditional sturdy crouching elephant form with front legs tucked beneath him and the hind kneeling underneath. The ha...

An extraordinary antique Moroccan hand-crafted brass tea kettle or water vessel presented on its original tall warming stand, remarkable for its monumental 44-inch overall height, el...

This is charming Chinese Export Silver Overlay small decanter that could be used as either a cologne bottle or aperitif decanter. The beautifully detailed reticulated Cherry Blossom design of the sterling (marked 950) overlay is finely cast and hand etched with all elements firmly fitted to the Pinch...

TA04027 Set of Three Antique Thai Bronze Lime Boxes. Tall Cylinders of varying shapes and sizes: A) Thai Bronze Lime Container in the shape of a Stupa, u...

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING ON ALL OUR COLLECTION - MORE IMAGES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912)  From our Japanese collection we are delighted to present this exceptio...

A very large, high quality incense burner (kôro) of the Chinese official, poet and calligrapher Toba, famously known for his journey on a mule. Crafted to show Toba in a seated posi...

These are a very good pair of antique Ming style Chinese foo or lion dog sculptures, sometimes called temple lions, made of bronze, with good detail, which we date to the late Qing or early Republic period of the 20th Century, Circa 1920. These pieces are well cast with very good detail, showing wear and a good natural patination to the high points as expected from use and polishing over a long period, the lustrous copper bronze metal below. The places on the castings where one would not normally polish ( eg. the underside, the back and neck area) are fairly rough to the touch in keeping with their age These are a substantial pair of bronzes, weighing over 900gm unpacked These lovely pair of antique Chinese foo dogs...

Antique 19th century Middle Eastern Persian Qajar Dynasty ( 1785-1924) tinned copper pitcher. The teardrop form ruffled mouth with a flat hand wrought handle, over a neck decorated with hand chased human figures, floral, and geometric designs. Nice decorative old rustic hand-hammered ewer pitcher in the Mameluke Qajar style. Large copper pitcher entirely engraved and plated with silver, tinned with incised scene of a figure seated. Persian Moorish Middle Eastern tinned copper water jug ewer. Middle Eastern Arabic...

Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa Pe...

A large antique Japanese vase with cloisonne enamel design. Taisho Period (1912-1926). Two medallions with birds among flowers and human figures are presented on sides. Depiction of ...

A pair of Japanese silver wire enamel vases. The vases have an urn shaped body and a fluted neck. Each ware is enameled with a polychrome image of dragons on the dark blue ground mad...