Wood Asian Art and Furniture

Pair of Chinese red cloisonné zodiac vases, with stands, each one with gilt brass phoenix bird ring handles, with 'cracked ice' and floating animal medalli...

Cherry blossoms and maples among ragged pines. Mineral pigments on mulberry paper with gold mist clouds. Completely remounted utilizing an antique silk brocade...

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Beautiful Japanese box in red lacquered wood. The lid is decorated with flowering magnolia branches and signed by the artist. The inside of the box is covered with a paint loaded wit...

A rare 16-17th cenury Ming Dynasty standing table screen. Untoched original condition. Hand carved wood, the panel is carved with relief details depicting a dragon, cranes, mythical...

Size: 33.5in H x 34.5in W x 22in D Drawer: 4.5in H x 12in W x 17in D Door opening: 18in H x 29in W Origin: China Circa: 1850 - 1900 Material: Wood Condition: Solid wood construction, Well balance, sturdy, normal age wear. Description: This beautiful antique cabinet...

Chinese guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural ornament. Typically made of stone, they are also known as stone lions or shishi (石獅; shíshī). They are known in colloquial English as lion dogs or foo dogs / fu dogs. The concept, which originated and became popular in Chinese Buddhism, features a pair of highly stylized lions—often one male with a ball and one female with a cub—which were thought to protect the building from harmful spiritual influences and harmful people that might be a threat. Used in imperial Chinese palaces and tombs, the lions subsequently spread to other parts of Asia including Japan (see komainu), Korea, Philippines, Tibet, Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Cambodia, Laos, and Malaysia. There has been extensive interaction between Chinese mythology and Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. Elements of pre-Han dynasty mythology such as those in Classic of Mountains and Seas were adapted into these belief systems as they developed (in the case of Taoism), or were assimilated into Chinese culture (in the case of Buddhism). Elements from the teachings and beliefs of these systems became incorporated into Chinese mythology. For example, the Taoist belief of a spiritual Paradise became incorporated into mythology as the place where immortals and deities used to dwell. Sometimes mythological and religious ideas have become widespread across China's many regions and diverse ethnic societies. In other cases, beliefs are more limited to certain social groups, for example, the veneration of white stones by the Qiang. One mythological theme that has a long history and many variations involves a shamanic world view, for example in the cases of Mongolian shamanism among the Mongols, Hmong shamanism among the Miao people, and the shamanic beliefs of the Qing dynasty from 1643 to 1912, derived from the Manchus. Politically, mythology was often used to legitimize the dynasties of China, with the founding house of a dynasty claiming a divine descent. Mythology and philosophy. Further information: Chinese philosophy True mythology is distinguished from philosophical treatises and theories. Elaborations on the Wu Xing are not really part of mythology, although belief in five elements could appear. The Hundred Schools of Thought is a phrase suggesting the diversity of philosophical thought that developed during the Warring States of China. Then, and subsequently, philosophical movements had a complicated relationship with mythology. However, as far as they influence or are influenced by mythology, divides the philosophical camps into two rough halves, a Liberal group and a Conservative group. The liberal group being associated with the idea of individuality and change, for example as seen in the mythology of divination in China, such as the mythology of the dragon horse that delivered the eight bagua diagrams to Fu Xi, and methods of individual empowerment as seen in the Yi Jing (Book of Changes). The Liberal tendency is towards individual freedom, Daoism, and Nature. The relationship of the Conservative philosophies to mythology is seen in the legendary Nine Tripod Cauldrons, mythology about the emperors and central bureaucratic governance, Confucianism, written histories, ceremonial observances, subordination of the individual to the social groups of family and state, and a fixation on stability and enduring institutions. The distinction between the Liberal and Conservative is very general, but important in Chinese thought. Contradictions can be found in the details, however these are often traditional, such as the embrace by Confucius of the philosophical aspects of the Yi Jing, and the back-and-forth about the Mandate of Heaven wherein one dynasty ends and another begins based according to accounts (some of heavily mythological) where the Way of Heaven results in change, but then a new ethical stable dynasty becomes established. Examples of this include the stories of Yi Yin, Tang of Shang and Jie of Xia or the similar fantastic stories around Duke of Zhou and King Zhou of Shang. Mythology exists in relationship with other aspects of society and culture, such as ritual. Various rituals are explained by mythology. For example, the ritual burning of mortuary banknotes (Hell Money), lighting fireworks, and so on. A good example of the relationship of Chinese mythology and ritual is the Yubu, also known as the Steps or Paces of Yu. During the course of his activities in controlling the Great Flood, Yu was supposed to have so fatigued himself that he lost all the hair from his legs and developed a serious limp. Daoist practitioners sometimes incorporate a curiously choreographed pedal locomotion into various rituals. Mythology and practice, one explains the other: in these rituals, the sacred time of Yu merges with the sacral practice of the present. Various ideas about the nature of the earth, the universe, and their relationship to each other have historically existed as either a background or a focus of mythologies. One typical view is of a square earth separated from a round sky by sky pillars (mountains, trees, or undefined). Above the sky is the realm of Heaven, often viewed of as a vast area, with many inhabitants. Often the heavenly inhabitants are thought to be of an "as above so below" nature, their lives and social arrangements being parallel to those on earth, with a hierarchical government run by a supreme emperor, many palaces and lesser dwellings, a vast bureaucracy of many functions, clerks, guards, and servants. Below was a vast under ground land, also known as Diyu, Yellow Springs, Hell, and other terms. As time progressed, the idea of an underground land in which the souls of the departed were punished for their misdeeds during life became explicit, related to developments in Daoism and Buddhism. The underground world also came to be conceived of as inhabited by a vast bureaucracy, with kings, judges, torturers, conductors of souls, minor bureaucrats, recording secretaries, similar to the structure of society in the Middle Kingdom (earthly China). Chinese temple Dogs...

Cloth Rack The well finished frame members and the sharpness of joints indicates that this cloth rack was a product of a very experienced and skillful artisan. The whole piece is ke...

Material: wood 44,5 cm high 34,6 cm wide and 24,8 cm deep Weight: 5.9 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 19th century Wit...

Hand carved reclaimed teak offering tray that can be used for a multitude of applications such as holding fruit, towels or soap in a bathroom to name a f...

Double pillow This pillow is designed to be used for two persons. It was lacquered in red but most of the red lacquer finish has worn off already. However, the pillow itself is well...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of highly decorative Chinese Export circa 1900-1920 hand painted and lacquered Ming style armchairs...

Antique 19th century Framed Japanese Silk Fans comprising two attractively framed Japanese silk fans, one group with 3 Geishas, the other scenic with...

We Japanese introduce unique items with unique aesthetics, purchasing routes and methods that no one can imitate. This is a small wooden Buddha statue made in the Edo period in Japan. And this pose is called "Shaka Nyorai". It is the highest Buddhist statue in Buddhism. It is a very precious existence that saves the lives of many people. I think it was in a private house such as a small village. Since it is a simple sculpture, it was not carved by a person who specializes in carving Buddha...

Lanna Thai wooden seated disciple. Age: Thailand, 19th Century Size: Height 35 C.M. / Width 19.6 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age...

Monumental Chinese verdigris bronze pair of table lamp, mounted on a solid wood base with a turned wood top. The brass vertical element is adjustable...

Material: wood 84 cm high 44,6 cm wide and 20 cm deep Weight: 6.2 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Originating from Burma 19th century With inlayed eyes.  

Early Kano School painting of pine trees overlooking two beautifully painted cranes and floral design in a natural setting by water’s edge. Mineral pig...

A fine and unusually large Japanese table cabinet or jewelry chest with yosegi marquetry work and lacquer paneled doors, Meiji period, late 19th century, Japan. The oversized tab...

An Indian antique carved wooden hand noodle press from the 19th century, with elephant motif. Created in India during the 19th century, this wooden piece was originally used to hand make noodles. Showcasing a vice press, the body is adorned with a carved elephant whose head and behind expand from a central square. This container is where the dough was placed and the vice part would press it into noodles. The elephant head is carved with subtle motifs, such as a jewel on the forehead. The trunk is tucked in. The sides are adorned with medallions adorned with foliage or a rosette. Boasting a nicely weathered appearance revealing its nice age and use, this antique Indian carved wooden...

A delightful 1960s Meiji period-style Japanese cast bronze monkey figure on lacquered wood base, inspired by the popular ancient Muromachi/Edo period folktale of Momotaro (“Peach Boy...

18th Century sideboard or side cabinet. Decorated with fine ornate relief carvings on front and drawer and carved spandrels at each side that taper down to the feet. Original polyc...

Material: wood 152 cm high 77,5 cm wide and 26,5 cm deep Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Originating from Burma 19th century With inlayed eyes

This antique wooden Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 39 cm high, 31 cm wide, and 23.5 cm deep, it is made of wood and it has been gilded wit...

Original decorated cabinet, From Fujian Province 1860 - 1880. Black lacquer base, frames with dark red lacquer. Decorations in the form of flowers etc. in polychrome lacquer. Pair of doors with rectangular metal fittings. Behind doors...

Material: wood 15,7 cm high 12,2 cm wide and 16,1 cm deep Weight: 0.602 kgs Originating from Burma Middle 20th century

PRESENTING a GLORIOUS Contemporary piece of Art by a recognized Indian Master – C J Anthony Doss – The Temptation 1957 . This piece has impeccable Provenance ! It was purchased by a Private Dallas Collector at Sotheby’s New York Auction on 20th September 2005. Sale No: 8111 Lot No. 223. Sotheby’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September. This sale was titled “Indian and Southeast Asian Art”. The Lot is described as: “C.J. Anthony Doss (b. 1933) THE TEMPTATION. Signed and dated ‘C J A Doss/57’ lower right. Oil on canvas laid on board. 27.5 by 20.5 in (69.9 by 52 cm.) The Provenance is given as: “Property from the Collection of Mr. Artur Isenberg”. The painting carried an Auction estimate of USD 2,000 to USD 4,000. Allowing for inflation alone this would be over $6,000 in today’s value. As an added bonus and proof of authenticity the painting still retains it’s original Sotheby’s Lot No. Label. It has substantially increased in value over the years as a HIGHLY DESIRABLE piece from an exhibited and highly collected Modern Indian Master painter. C.J. Anthony Doss is a very highly regarded and widely exhibited, Indian painter. He was born in 1933 and died in 2008. DAG Modern in Mumbai featured Doss’s work. Doss represented India at biennales in Paris and Sao Paulo. He was also a prominent member of the South Indian Society of Painters. His works are in Indian museums...

Material: wood 9,5 cm high 4,2 cm wide and 4,2 cm deep Weight: 0.039 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 19th century.  

A classic and beautifully constructed antique Chinese wine table, with a rectangular top over an arched skirt. Sitting on carved feet, with ...

This is a very old Japanese wood carving of a monkey. It is a wood carving from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It appears to be carved from cedar wood. "Monkey holding a peach" Pea...

After a 19th century Indo-Persian palace painting scene print on silk in wood gilt frame. Indian Mughal School silk fabric painting or print, illuminat...

Material: wood 31 cm high 13,4 cm wide and 8,2 cm deep Weight: 0.915 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Thailand Early 19th century

This magnificent Chinese antique wood carved Happy Buddha statuary has very detailed hand carving works on it. It is all hand made and hand...

Black lacquer altar table with everted flangers with auspicious design pierce carving side panels.

A charming late 19th-century to early 20th-century, Chinese export reverse glass painting, depicting a lady flying to heaven. The painting comes with its original hardwood frame and the old pins...

Folding creen with 2 panels in carved, inlaid and lacquered wood. The upper and lower parts are carved with birds and foliage / leaves. The central panels are inlaid on the front...

Material: wood 27,5 cm high 22,7 cm wide and 24,3 cm deep Weight: 3.310 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Namaskara mudra Originating from Burma 19th century

The Aldora side table is made out of a Mexican wood called Tzalam- it is all hand made and finished with Rubio Monocoat Oil. It has three drawers and makes the perfect compliment to ...

This square container was made over a hundred years ago to measure and hold a dou of rice, an ancient Chinese measurement. It is handcrafted with thin finger joints, iron-finished edges, and a gently arched handle. Marked by painted Chinese characters on each side, this antique measure...

A large charming late 19th-century to early 20th-century, Chinese export reverse mirror painting, depicting a lady playing a Chinese musical in...

This hand-carved teak wood bench originates from the Island of Madura, off the coast of Northeastern Java. It features a long slender form with angular legs. A wonderful sculptural o...

This unique teak carved panel depicts Dayak Tribal mythology. The Dayak people are some hundreds of various native groups found in the interior rainforests of Borneo. This carving depicts the tree of life, which the Dayak people believe exists on “Linden Tarung”, a mythical rock island where they believe humans first came to existence. “Linden Tarung” is the ancient and ancestral home of the Dayak peoples. It is this tree of life that reminds the Dayak people not to get too attached to worldly possessions. The tree of life also symbolizes heaven, earth and the underworld. The top of tree features hornbills that are the symbol of heaven. The middle represents the present earth and bottom of the tree the underworld. To achieve such detail & depth required immense patience, craftsmanship and many months by a skilled artisan to complete. The medium for this carving was an antique teak door...

A beautiful and exceptionally 19 inches tall classic traditional Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the early 20th century, covered with a layer of wax. Signed by the artist on its underneath. In good condition with charming patina. A classic traditional doll with a simple but lovely design, a decorative piece. In Japan these dolls symbolize love, friendship and believed to be a lucky charm. We offer more large Kokeshi...

Material: Granite Material: wood 51,5 cm high 21,5 cm wide and 13,5 cm deep Weight: 11.3 kgs The height is measured including the stand. Just the granite figure is 39 cm high ...

A late 20th century Chinoiserie style lacquered black wood with gilt highlight wall rack . The wall rack has three shelves and features a Pagoda form and a faux-bamboo design with a ...

A Korean embroidered silk rank badge (Hyungbae in Korean) from late Joseon Dynasty circa t19th century. One of a fine matching pair, the badge featu...

This antique wooden Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 43 cm high, 15 cm wide and 8.5 cm deep, it is made of wood, and it is gilded with 24 krt gold. The intricate details on the statue are adding to its beauty and value. The style of this Buddha statue is Mandalay. This statue is believed to originate from Burma and dates back to the 19th century. It weighs 1.31 kgs. This statue is a rare find for any collector of antique Asian art...

Material: wood 77 cm high 63 cm wide and 41 cm deep Weight: 30.25 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 19th century With in...

A wooden female figure. India, 19th century. The character portrayed standing, with his feet together on a small rectangular base, dressed in a wide ...

Material: wood 43 cm high 33,3 cm wide and 23,5 cm deep Weight: 4.941 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 19th century Wit...

An Indian Gujarat rustic hand-carved wooden armoire from the 19th century, with iron braces and half-columns. Created in Western India during the...

Japanese two panel screen: Amorous Cranes and Turtles. In Japan, cranes symbolize fidelity as they mate for life and turtles symbolize longevity. Additionally, this screen also has the Japanese motif of sho-chiku-bai, or the three friends of winter (pine, plum, and bamboo). So called the three friends of winter because all three flourish during the cold months. This screen was originally fusuma doors...

A museum quality fine antique for your special home. The bookcase with duel arched molded hood is surmounted by three turned urn-form finials above a straight case fitted with a pair of beveled mirror hinged doors with serpentine tops above two candle-slides with bronze button pulls; it rests on a conforming secretary with a slant-fronted hinged fall concealing a hinged door flanked by three pigeon holes over three drawers on each side; case is fitted with two half-drawers flanked by pullout rests for the fall; two full drawers each mounted with reticulated bronze bat...

This unique teak carved panel depicts Dayak Tribal mythology. The Dayak people are some hundreds of various native groups found in the interior rainforests of Borneo. This carving depicts the tree of life, which the Dayak people believe exists on “Linden Tarung”, a mythical rock island where they believe humans first came to existence. “Linden Tarung” is the ancient and ancestral home of the Dayak peoples. It is this tree of life that reminds the Dayak people not to get too attached to worldly possessions. The tree of life also symbolizes heaven, earth and the underworld. The top of tree features hornbills that are the symbol of heaven. The middle represents the present earth and bottom of the tree the underworld. On either side of the carving are powerful faces of “Udos”, Udos, are mythical bore like creatures. The Dayak believed that Udos and other tribal motifs could scare off opponents during battle. Fighting and war were essential parts of Dayak lives protecting their land and warding off curses.To achieve such detail & depth required immense patience, craftsmanship and many months by a skilled artisan to complete. The medium for this carving was an antique teak door...

Material: wood Measures: 44,5 cm high 40,8 cm wide and 30 cm deep Weight: 6.9 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 19th cent...

Material: wood 40 cm high 36,5 cm wide & 23 cm deep Weight: 5.9 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 19th century

Beautiful proportioned Chinese Blackwood (Hongmu) tea table. The Blackwood on this table is dark brown in color. Hongmu typically has more of a reddi...

Japanese doll called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Dolls shapes and patterns are particular to a certain area and are classified under elev...