Nodding Figures

They wear traditional Chinese robes with elaborate original polychrome decoration. Both heads nod in different directions. The vast majority of nodding head figures was imported into...

A fine pair of late 19th century large German hand painted Chinese nodder figures . Elaborate hand decorated wardrobes.

These figures with moving heads (nodding heads) were very amusing to heads of the European Royal Court.

Each with articulated heads, tongues and hands. Marked on reverse with a blue crossed X mark. Depicted as a seated man and woman in a variety of colors.

A large rare pair of 19th century Meissen Chinoiserie style Nodding Pagoda Figures with Movable Head, Hand and Tongue, known as a "Nodder'.

Characteristic of ‘pagode’ figures, the figures'' heads nod, and their hands and tongues move.

A wonderful pair of Chinese terracotta nodding figures depicting a courtier and his wife.

Characteristic of ‘pagode’ figures, the figures' heads nod, and their hands and tongues move.

These bobbleheads were intended to be placed on any vibrating surface to activate the nodding of the figures so one could enjoy the "Beat" of the Beatles.

Delightful pair of Chinese terracotta nodding figures beautifully decorated and in wonderful condition.

Rare pair of early 19th century Chinese painted clay nodding figures.

Antique pair large Chinoiserre nodding figures of a Chinese couple on faux marble painted bases.

A fine pair of Chinese nodding head Famille rose porcelain court figures on bases in the traditional Chinese style.

We have handled a few pair of Mottahedeh figures that where similar. These figures refer back to large Chinese & European nodders (figures) that where status symbols during the 1...

Antique Rococo style porcelain mirror by Meissen German, 19th century Measures: Height 94cm, width 66cm, depth 14cm Manufactured by the renowned Meissen Porcelain factory, whic...

The Color Experience: Stained-glass windows “Color is a power which directly influences the soul” (Wassili Kandinsky, Moskou 1866 – Neuilly-sur-Seine, 1944) “Color! What a deep a...

An exceptional and extensive antique Meissen porcelain dinner service, made in Germany in the 19th century by the renowned Meissen manufactory. This complete and elegant service is d...

This is an important example of British furniture and history having a large mirror plate placed within a quality acanthus carved and scrolled frame. It is surmounted by a decorative...

We are delighted to offer this important suite of museum quality, George III circa 1760-1765, Thomas Chippendale Chinese Pagoda top dining chairs with the original embroidered seat p...

An Incredible and Very Rare Meissen Porcelain Tureen and Cover with Vegetable and Lobster Top. After the model from the 'Brühlsche Allerlei' service, painted with flower sprays, the ...

A fine pair of 18th century Meissen Porcelain allegorical figurines of smell and hearing from a set of the senses probably modeled by J.J. Kandler. Each group is on a footed square b...

An antique German porcelain figure seated crossed-leg, "Nodder", dressed in an elaborately hand-painted robe, with his head, hands, and tongue moving, German porcelain by Dresden. Ve...

A Pair of Early 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Figures of Swans. This pair of swans portrays the graceful form of these birds with a level of artistry that is truly exceptional. The...

A 19th century Meissen porcelain nodding head figure modeled as a seated pagoda figure, with head and hands articulated by internal counterweights. The underside is marked with the u...

Pair of impressive marble, porcelain, and ormolu mounted Victorian secretaires English, 19th Century Height 126cm, width 77cm, depth 37cm This stunning pair are a showcase of Engl...

This pair of French chenets from the Early 1800s is a stunning example of Egyptian Revival design. The chenets feature a stately dark patina bronze sphynx body on top of a decorated ...