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Pair of Shokudai candle holders made of stained wood during the Meiji period (1868-1912) in Japan. Includes original box as pictured. Candle holders H. 71 cm. Wooden box H. 25 ...

Striking hand-woven chyrpy with a checkered triangle pattern in vibrant colours. Women in Uzbekistan and Northern Afghanistan wore this outdoor veiling garment (paranja/chrypy) in tr...

This is an old box for storing Japanese swords called "Katana Tansu". It seems to be around the Edo period to the Meiji period. Paulownia is used as a material, and a number of Jap...

Antique Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Mixed Metal Vases - Exquisite Meiji Period Artist Pieces! These stunning Japanese bronze mixed metal vases, dating back to the Meiji Period cir...

Fine rare Antique Indian Hindu Mughal style Jade bracelet Period early 20th century Fine quality celadon type jade decorated with silver and semi precious stones Condition: Fine...

This antique nephrite jade double gourd pendant is of the Qing Dynasty and has a fine texture with a glossy luster. It is primarily white with some slight inclusions in the left lower body but in bright light the pendant has a slight green tinge. This lovely jade pendant consists of a smaller gourd on top of a larger one surrounded by vines with smaller hanging gourds. The vines create numerous holes from which to hang the pendant. There are also etchings of stars on the body of the gourds along with tendrils of curling vines. In the Chinese culture, the double gourd is a symbol of fertility and good fortune. Gourds are also associated with Li Tie Guai, one of the eight immortals. This lovely jade pendant was purchased from a private collection along with a magnificent antique Chinese silk...

From a local estate, older pair likely 1940s or 1950s. Glossy black glaze and identical. One shows a chip to plinth base and a hairline crack. Both are very heavy and stable.

Fine Japanese cloisonne lidded box from the Meiji period. The small box stands on three brass feet. The lid, also made of brass, has a small flowe...

Antique small chest of drawers from Edo period (1603-1868), Japan. Because of its age, the chest shows signs of use, which in turn make...

Elegant and beautiful Dressing Table or it could be suitable for a jewellery box , Meiji Period ( 1868 - 1912 ). Executed with black lacquer, holding a bronze hand mirror ( ekagami) Configured with five smooth-running drawers of different Size. Two are equipped with slender "hirute"-shaped bail handles and three with decorative pull-rings. The front-and backside featuring oval grips for easy transport. Surmounted by a mirror frame in a shape reminiscent of a Shintô shrine torii-gate- a twin-posted framework with a triangular crossbar flared in upswept Chinese-style gable ( Karahafu) endings. Resting of the frame is the Japanese traditional handheld mirror with auspicious embossed design of wisteria ( fuji) and lovely patina. Inscription on the right. Considering its age the set is in a very good condition with some traces of usage and wear conform age. Dimensions: Dressing stand...

These lovely spinach jade animal figures consist of a rabbit and three ducks, the largest of which is the rabbit at 5cm x 4.2cm x 2cm. These animal figures were purchased from a collection that included museum quality Asian antiques such as a large Meiji period silk embroidered tapestry that can be viewed below under "More from this Seller". The rabbit figure is fashioned sitting on its haunches with its ears perked in an expression of alertness. It is mostly a deep spinach green with moss green highlights on the ears. The rabbit is an auspicious animal in Asian culture and is the fourth sign in the zodiac. The jade rabbit...

These lovely spinach jade animal figures consist of a Tang horse, an elephant, and a hippo. The largest is the Tang horse at 8cm x 6cm x 2.2cm, and the smallest is the elephant at 6.2cm x 5.2cm x 2.2cm. These animal figures were purchased from a collection that included museum quality Asian antiques such as a large Meiji period silk embroidered tapestry...