1860s Ceramics

A large and very fine condition pair of antique Japanese Imari Ginger jars from the second half of the 19th century. Each is 12 inches in diameter and...

Exceptional Japanese early Meiji period (circa 1870) signed Imari ribbed porcelain Bowl, extremely intricately hand-painted on both sides in cobalt blue underglaze and polychrome en...

This small, oval-shaped jar features vibrant and striking enamels characteristic of famille verte porcelain. Crafted from an exceptionally refined paste, it belongs to a superior qua...

Rare porcelain vase with polychrome decoration of chimeras standing on a rock above the waves. Four-character mark under the base : "made by Wang Bingrong". China, Tongzhi period.

This Chinese bowl is in excellent condition. There are four cartouches depicting Mandarin figures, birds, butterflies, fruit, and flowers.

Large polylobed porcelain bowl with polychrome decoration with gold highlights of figures in a garden. Note that on the photos one might think that there are chips on the border but they are in reality traces of gilding. A tiny hair of 1 centimeter visible on the inside, otherwise perfect condition ! China Tongzhi...

An unusual Japanese Imari porcelain decagonal (ten sided) dish with underglaze blue and overglaze enamels, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The ten sided dish features ...

A large and charming Japanese imari charger with Chinese boys, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The large porcelain charger measuring 16" in diameter features high, slo...

An impressive high quality pair of Cantonese Famille Rose medallion vases. Each having wonderful bold colours, the inset hand painted panels depicting interior scenes of courtiers an...

Exquisite Pair of Century Chinese Famille Rose Decorated Porcelain Vases with Striking Foo Dog Handles, 1800s. Presenting an awe-inspiring and opulent duo of antique Famille Rose Chinese Porcelain vases, adorned with elaborate motifs and breathtaking craftsmanship. Standing almost waist-high, these vases command attention with their majestic presence and captivating artistry. The prominent aqua background, gracefully envelops each vase, setting the stage for an enchanting display of visual splendor. Delicate white rectangular panels on the neck of each vase feature whimsical scenes portraying highly detailed pheasants, resplendent flowers, intricate foliage, and gracefully entwined tree limbs. The necks culminate in a tulip-edged gold dipped design, lavishly adorned with turquoise enamel that gracefully flows from the lips of the vases into the very heart of their being. The body of each vase showcases larger white rectangular panels, showcasing meticulously hand-painted graceful tree limbs, vibrant pheasants, sprightly sparrows, and charming lyre birds. Amidst this lively scene, an array of multi-colored flowers and leaves effortlessly breathe life into the composition, while charming aqua blue funghi add a touch of whimsy to the spectacle. The aqua background of the remaining surfaces of the vases, is skillfully adorned with enamels in relief, showcasing a plethora of resplendent hand-painted multi-toned colorful blossoms and foliate, meticulously hand painted in mild relief and scattered to create an elegantly harmonious and evenly spread-out design. Gracing the upper belly of each vase, magnificent tiny dragons take center stage in intricate high relief, lavishly painted with 24K gold enamel. Their sinuous forms and exquisite detailing bring a sense of majestic energy to the vases, adding a touch of awe-inspiring grandeur. However, it is the handles of these vases that truly steal the limelight. Crafted with unparalleled artistry, they feature larger Foo Dogs...

Circa 1860 lozenge shaped Imari Charger. Quadruple quadrants with alternating birds in landscape & naturalistic motifs, surrounding a central medallion of a tea table in garden. Reve...

Circa 1860 lozenge shaped Imari Charger, central medallion with birds surrounded by alternating panels with an ancient tortoise & groups of cranes. The reverse well painted. Base rim...

Important Imari porcelain vase with blue, coral and polychrome decoration, with gilt highlights, figures in reserves, flowers and butterflies. Height 63cm ! Signed "Hichosan Shinpo Z...

A Beautiful Pair of Chinese Bleu Poudre Ground Porcelain Double Cartouche Planters on Wood Stands. These porcelain ceramic marvels command attentio...

Pareja de jarrones chinos con motivos figurativos, animales y textos de la dinastia Qing concretamente del periodo Guangxu Nian Zhi.

This plate has four cartouches depicting Mandarin court scenes, birds, flowers, fruit, and butterflies. It is in mint condition.

Exquisite Japanese early Meiji period signed Imari ribbed porcelain deep charger, circa 1860, extremely intricately hand-painted on both sides in cobalt blue underglaze and polychrom...

Unusual hexagonal form with overall painted decoration.The base with pierced decoration. Now mounted as lamps.

This Chinese plate has four cartouches depicting Mandarin figures, birds, butterlies, fruit, and flowers. It has a one-half inch hairline.

A set of four small ceramic plates / saucers, reclaimed from a mid-19th Century Indonesian shipwreck. Defying time and the elements, these plates...

This Chinese plate is in mint condition. There are four cartouches depicting Mandarin figures, birds, butterflies, fruit, and flowers.

This Chinese plate is in excellent condition. There are four cartouches depicting Mandarin figures, birds, butterflies, fruit, and flowers.

Baluster-shaped vase in iron red enameled porcelain with decoration of a Fô dog (or Shi in Chinese) and inscriptions. China, 19th century.  

A Satsuma Earthenware Vase, by Kinkozan, Japanese, Meiji period (1868-1912) decorated in polychrome enamels and gilt over a clear, crackled glaze, delicately painted with ladies and men, the reverse with a flowering garden with sprays of flowers, the neck with geometric and floral designs, a band of kifu heads in silver and gilt above the foot, on a midnight-blue ground, signed Kinkozan zo...

The lid of this vase has chips on the edge and on the foo dog on top.

A ceramic plate or bowl from the kilns of Sangkhalok, the old center of Thai ceramics during the Sukhotai period. Perfectly preserved. Signed at the bottom.  

A gorgeous green glazed large Chinese pottery censer of Archaistic shape called a fanghu, set on a separate stand, Qing dynasty, second year of Tongzhi, 1863. The censer or incense burner crafted in two parts and covered in a thick, runny and unctuous glaze, ranging from dark green to turquoise green, to pale celadon. The neck with shou (longevity) medallions. The body decorated in relief with fruit, pomegranate and finger citron (Buddha's hand). The sides fitted with lion mask handles. The stand with a key fret design, and a pierced Chinese...

A very fine antique French chinoiserie, doré bronze, and Imari porcelain three-piece clock graniture. The porcelain is marvelously hand-painted with intricately designed flowers, pea...

Pair of Chinese San-T'Sai glazed dogs, circa 1860.

A Large 19th Century Chinese blue and white porcelain fishbowl/planter with Chinese Emblems and Designs. This piece is large and cylindrical in form with hand-painted blue over white...

A fabulous pair of antique Bangchuiping, 'Rouleau' Chinese Famille Rose vases with hand painted Luohans figures. Each vase is of Rouleau form with gorgeous eighteen Arhats or Luohans...