Illiano’s Lab Antiquities

The twelve Chinese zodiac animals are more than just symbols of the calendar—they were once powerful guardians of the afterlife. During the Tang...

Valued for its rarity and lustrous appearance, jade (yù) has long been a symbol of excellence, longevity and purity of virtue. Worn as jewelry or as a protective charm, the stone was believed to imbue a person with a clear mind and pure spirit, and to guard against evil spirits and illness. To this day, if a jade bangle is broken during use, it's thought that the jade protected the wearer by absorbing incoming negative energy or harm. For many, jade bangles are also cherished family heirlooms, worn from a young age to represent the enduring bonds to their ancestors and loved ones. This jade bangles in this set of three date to the Qing dynasty (1644-1912) and display a lovely range of colors and forms. The group includes one bangle of pale celadon jade, one of black jade, and one of celadon jade. Each bracelet is slightly unique, the pale celadon and black jade examples carved with straight sides and the celadon example carved in relief with an archaistic dragon winding through clouds. Additional Dimensions: Celadon Dragon...

A nice collection of 4 genuine Kotekas also referred as horim, Penis gourd is traditionally worn by native male inhabitants of some ethnic groups in New Guinea to cover their penises...

This is a matcha bowl which we use for tea ceremony. This bowl was made around 1980s in Showa era in Japan. This bowl's painting are printed. This is made with porcelain. Dimension...

Era: Showa (around 1980) Material: porcelain The maneki-neko is a common Japanese figurine which is often believed to bring good luck to the owner. ...

A decorative technique first adopted in China in the early Ming dynasty (1368-1644), cloisonné is achieved by outlining intricate patterns with thin strips of metal, which are then f...

A set of antique Chinese green glazed pottery attendants and palanquin. Age: China, Ming Dynasty, A.D. 1368 - 1644 Size of figures: Height 39.5 - 40.8 C.M. / Width 11 - 13 C.M. / De...

3.5in(D) x 4.3in(W) x 10in(H) are the approximate dimensions of the tallest immortal

Antique Chinese Water Pipe in Yellow Copper, decorated with Tortoiseshell Scales. The Rectangular Base gives this Object its Elegance. French Private...

A fine set of 8 pieces Chinese lacquered and mother of pearl inlaid bowls with silvered interiors from the 18th century Qing Dynast...

Set of 3 Porcelain Pillow Stands - Geisha Hair Protection Discover a captivating set of three porcelain pillow stands, each adorned with unique and intricate designs. These stands...

A very nice set of 6 Cups. Very nicely decorated. They are marked on the base. Condition 1 dish with a chip from rim, 1 dish with a line from rim. 1 bowl with a small frit, rest pe...