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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
18th Century Chinese Cloisonné Bronze Candle Holder Qianlong Period
Located in Media, PA
This is an exquisite 18th century Chinese cloisonné bronze candle holder from the Qianlong period. The piece features intricate designs and patterns, showcasing the skillful craftsma...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

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Bronze

Set of 2 Bronze Recipients
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional set of 3 Bronze Recipients with decorations and beautiful green patina, called Thap Dong Song period, 2000-1000 BC South East Asia, Vietnam. Measures: Height 22 cm, di...
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Vietnamese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

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Bronze

Large Chinese Archaistic Black Patina Bronze Altar Vase
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Chinese bronze vase with decoration in the Archaistic style and dragon mythical beast loop handles.
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Chinese Archaistic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Floral Decorated Vase with Branch Form Handles 18thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Floral Decorated Vase with Branch Form Handles 18thC Measures - 6.5"H x 4.5"W x 4.5"D
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Two Antique Cast Bronze Mounted Tibetan Buddha Heads 18thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Two Antique Cast Bronze Mounted Tibetan Buddha Heads 18thC Measures - 7.25"H x 3.75"W x 3.25"D (trapezoid base) 9.25"H x 3.25"W x 3.25"D (cube base)
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Asian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

A Ming Dynasty Patinated Bronze Relief Work Vase Turned to a Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Hailing from the Ming period in 16/17th century, this monumental bronze vase is a fine example of the auspicious decor and markings unique to Chinese furnishings. The vase is cast wi...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Cast Bronze Crowned Tibetan Buddha Head 18thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Cast Bronze Crowned Tibetan Buddha Head 18thC Measures - 10.75"H x 5.5"W x 5.25"D
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Asian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Thai Ayutthaya Period Bronze Crowned Buddha Head on Wood Stand
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable pair of Thai Ayutthaya period bronze crowned Buddha mounted on wood display stands. Thailand. 17th/18th Century Dimensions: (approx) Head: 15" High, 7.75" Wide, 6" Deep (tallest) Overall: tbd Provenance / Acquisition: Acquired from the highly reputable auction house Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas. 2024 March Fine & Decorative Asian Art Signature Catalog Auction #8155 Lot #78357 Condition Report: Attractive pair with beautifully aged patina, condition commensurate of age, use, and exposure. Scattered areas of desirable verdigris green patina and oxidation throughout to each. Minor loss to front shell point of one example. Small holes scattered throughout and scews/nails through each fixing both examples to wooden bases. Both well preserved and present superbly History: The first Crowned Buddha images or Jambupati Buddha statues are known to have been originated from the Pyu, where the Indian influence of Buddhist arts and non-Theravada Buddhism was extremely felt in those days. There may have been various background stories behind the crowned Buddha statues in the course of history but one of the most popular stories goes by the legend of Jambupati. This particular legend is not known in the home of Buddhism India, however the crowned Buddha statues have been attached to the name Jambupati as the Buddha is believed to have humbled a boastful and arrogant king Jambupati. The story goes on about how the Buddha transformed himself into a mighty king with a crown and jewelry and set himself a majestic yet incomparable palace. Seeing this, the king accepted the great ability of the Buddha and submitted himself to the Dharma and became a Buddhist monk. This particular story has gained a lot of popularity and stood the test of time in Burma as the number of Crowned Buddha statues in Burma is considerably great in amount. There are also other versions of the background story of crowned statues...
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Thai Folk Art Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Ancient Footed Bronze Libation Wine Cup 18thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Ancient Footed Bronze Libation Wine Cup 18thC Measures - 7.25"H x 3.5"W x 5.5"D
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Quality antique George III copper cooking pot
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality antique George III copper cooking pot, having a iron swing handle and a removable copper lid, to the front PCN stamped 1770. D. 1770
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George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Copper

Okitenugui Kabuto Samurai Helmet Shaped as a Head Towel Saika, Early Edo Period
Located in Milano, IT
Okitenugui kabuto Samurai helmet shaped as a head towel Saika, early Edo period, 17th century The Haruta armorers who moved to Kii province in the early 17th century, took the name from the village where they worked, Saika, near Wakayama, possibly on request of the local daimyo, Asano Yukinaga, a great armour amateur. Specialised in the construction of plate helmets, they produced mainly two typologies of kabuto: one with six plates covered with a chrysanthemum-shaped plate on top and one shaped as a “head towel”, called okitenugui. The latter type of kabuto employs very heavy plates crafted in a curved manner and was improved in order to make it resistant to firearms. This okitenugui kabuto features some distinctive decorations of the Haruta school, including the application of cut-out iron elements, including eyebrows, washers and lozenge-shaped decorations on the sides. The ring on the top, however, is a rare feature and could be used to hold a small war flag.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Large Rare Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Plate
Located in New York, NY
A large rare antique, Meiji era, Japanese enamel over copper plate or charger. The interior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome enamel image of blossoming flowers surrounded by...
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Japanese Meiji Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Large, Heavy Antique Industrial Mortar, English Cast Iron Fireside Bin, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large and heavy antique industrial mortar. An English, cast iron factory fireside bin or basket, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1750. Exceptionally substantial morta...
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British Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Antique 16k Gold Chinese Qianlong Cloisonne Enamel Snuff Bottle Mark & Period
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & rare antique Imperial Chinese Qing dynasty solid gold & cloisonne enamel snuff bottle, Qianlong mark & period, 1736-1795, tests as 16k gold. It is rare to find a cloisonné e...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Large Rare Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Plate
Located in New York, NY
A large rare antique, Meiji era, Japanese enamel over copper plate or charger. The interior of the plate is made in a symmetrical design, adorned with polychrome enamel medallions fe...
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Japanese Meiji Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Plate
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese, Meiji era, enamel plate or charger. The interior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome enamel image of a butterflies, blossoming flowers surrounded by tradit...
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Japanese Meiji Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Plate
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese early Meiji era enamel over copper charger plate. The exterior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome scene with birds in a river landscape with blossoming flo...
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Japanese Meiji Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Ming Dynasty Bronze Vase ( 1368- 1644 )
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
Chinese Ming dynasty bronze vase ( 1368- 1644 ) A genuine Ming vase dating from the early to middle of the ming dynasty. Archaistic decoration...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Brass Hot Water Bottle with Floral Relief Pattern
Located in Chicago, IL
This squat brass vessel is an early Qing-dynasty hot water bottle, originally used to heat a bed or warm the body. The round container would have been filled with hot water through t...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Tazza Bowl
Located in New York, NY
An antique footed Japanese, Meiji era, enamel over copper tazza bowl. The exterior of the ware is covered with polychrome enamel panels with blossoming flowers surrounded by floral, ...
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Japanese Meiji Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Small Burmese Karen 4 Frog Drum, 18th century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Burmese Karen Frog Drum, a small bronze tribute drum (Heger Type III), Pazi  (Burmese), pam klo’ (Karen) also known as “The Magical Bronze Pond” (Cooler - ...
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Burmese Tribal Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Korean Antique Bronze Footed Vessel with Lid Early Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A bronze bowl shape vessel with fitted lid from Korean dated to 15-16th century (early Joseon Dynasty). In an elegant minimalistic form with thin wall and supported by a high foot ri...
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Korean Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Thai Bronze Buddha Hand Fragment, Absence of Fear
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Thai Bronze Hand Fragment, from a life size standing Buddha image in the abhaya mudra, the right hand which is open palm and extended forward in the absence of fear gesture. ...
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Thai Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Rare Islamic Illustrated book Cover Manuscript Antique Indian Persian 17 th C
Located in London, GB
A Rare Early Islamic Illustrated book cover Antique Asian Islamic Indian Mughal Persian 17 th c Very finely detailed hand illustrated featuring a ki...
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Indian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Paper

Suji-bachi kabuto and menpo Signed by Myōchin Muneaki and dated 1853
Located in Milano, IT
Suji-bachi kabuto and menpo Signed by Myōchin Muneaki and dated 1853 Signature: Kaei 6 - Ushidoshi Oshu Nihonmatsu-ju Myōchin Ki (no) Muneaki saku Made in 1853 by Myōchin Ki Muneak...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Tang Dynasty Silvery bronze lobed “Beast and Birds” Mirror
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese Silvery bronze lobed “Beast and Birds” Mirror, Tang Dynasty. The eight-foliated barbed form having a a center cast relief knop in a four legged Beast form surrounded ...
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Chinese Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Tripod Ritual Wash Basin (Ashitsuki-darai)
Located in Point Richmond, CA
UH80301 Japanese Bronze Tripod Ritual Wash Basin (Ashitsuki-darai), Muromachi Period, 16th century.   A five petal round form with undulating rolled edge and...
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Japanese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Indian Mughal Silver Inlaid Bidri Spittoon
Located in New Orleans, LA
This antique, Indian bidri spitoon (Peekdaan or Thookadaan) is cast as an opposing double bell-shape, with the exterior decorated with oval reserves of stylized, poppies, a common mo...
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Indian Tribal Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Collection of Three Korean Antique Bronze Bowls
Located in Atlanta, GA
A collection of three bronze bowls from Korean dated to 14-17th century (late Goryeo to early Joseon Dynasty). It consists of an early example with a slight curvy wall and a high foo...
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Korean Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

18th century quality brass warming pan
Located in Ipswich, GB
18th century quality brass warming pan having a quality 18th century brass warming pan with the original iron handle D. 1770
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Japan chrysanthemum tsuba
Located in PARIS, FR
Iron tsuba in the shape of a chrysanthemum (kikugata), openworked in negative with foliage and geometric patterns. Chrysanthemum shaped tsuba were quite popular in the Edo period as...
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Japanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Gold, Iron

Antique Japanese Patinated Bronze Buddhistic Lion Censer 17th/18th Century
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable Edo Period (1603-1868) Japanese patinated bronze Buddhistic lion censer, exceptionally executed sculptural shishi foo dog form, finely detailed, retaining the original r...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japan medallions tsuba Tanaka school Edo period
Located in PARIS, FR
Ovoid-shaped (nagamarugata) iron tsuba hammered and chased with medallions. On one side, medallions of a dragon with gold highlights and a komainu (or shishi – lion dog guarding the ...
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Japanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Gold, Iron

Japanese Shakudo and Mixed Metal Tsuba – Iwamoto Konkan (1744-1801)
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this exceptionally fine Edo Period 1615-1868, mixed metal artist signed Tsuba ( sword hand guard), the well ...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Sensational Japanese Shakudo & Mixed Metal Tsuba by Yoshihisa
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this sensational late Edo period 1615-1868 solid shakudo and mixed metal Tsuba ( sword hand guard) artist si...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Sujibachi kabuto 62-plate samurai helmet Haruta school, Edo period
Located in Milano, IT
Sujibachi kabuto 62-plate samurai helmet Haruta school, Edo period 17th-18th century A lamellar helmet consisting of sixty-two plates joined with five rows of rivets. The surface is...
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Japanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Iron

An extraordinary George III thief's tool
Located in Chonburi, TH
In the shadows of the 18th century, when intrigue and subterfuge thrived, a remarkable artifact emerged as a testament to the ingenuity of the era's skilled craftsmen. Behold the ext...
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Cut Steel

Chinese Phoenix Bird Cloisonné Enamel Over Brass Bowl
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Chinese enamel over brass bowl. The interior of the bowl is adorned with polychrome images of Phoenix birds in blossoming trees and fl...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Petite Southeast Asian Dong Son Bronze Ritual Drum with Oxen, c. 200 BC
Located in Chicago, IL
The bronze Dong Son drum is an iconic form that dates back to as early as 600 BCE. Found throughout southeast Asia, the earliest drums are attributed to the Dong Son culture of north...
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Asian Primitive Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Burmese Bronze Ritual Drum, c. 200 BC
Located in Chicago, IL
The bronze Dong Son drum is an iconic form that dates back to as early as 600 BCE. Found throughout southeast Asia, the earliest drums are attributed to the Dong Son culture of north...
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Asian Primitive Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Southeast Asian Dong Son Bronze Ritual Drum, c. 200 BC
Located in Chicago, IL
The bronze Dong Son drum is an iconic form that dates back to as early as 600 BCE. Found throughout southeast Asia, the earliest drums are attributed to the Dong Son culture of north...
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Asian Primitive Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Big Antique 17th century key
Located in Chonburi, TH
This Antique 17th-century wrought iron key is a fascinating artifact that transports us back to an era of intricate craftsmanship and timeless elegance. T...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Wrought Iron

Southeast Asian Dong Son Bronze Ritual Drum, c. 200 BC
Located in Chicago, IL
The bronze Dong Son drum is an iconic form that dates back to as early as 600 BCE. Found throughout southeast Asia, the earliest drums are attributed to the Dong Son culture of north...
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Asian Primitive Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Southeast Asian Dong Son Bronze Ritual Drum, c. 200 BC
Located in Chicago, IL
The bronze Dong Son drum is an iconic form that dates back to as early as 600 BCE. Found throughout southeast Asia, the earliest drums are attributed to the Dong Son culture of north...
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Asian Primitive Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Southeast Asian Dong Son Bronze Ritual Drum, c. 200 BC
Located in Chicago, IL
The bronze Dong Son drum is an iconic form that dates back to as early as 600 BCE. Found throughout southeast Asia, the earliest drums are attributed to the Dong Son culture of north...
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Asian Primitive Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Tōkanmuri Kabuto Samurai Helmet in the Shape of a Court CAP
Located in Milano, IT
Tokanmuri kabuto Samurai helmet in the shape of a court cap Momoyama to early Edo Period 17th century The wearing of helmets that reproduced the shapes of traditional ...
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Japanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Iron

17th Century Chinese Bronze Censer & Cover with Jade Finial Top and Wood Base
Located in New York, NY
A Fantastic and Rare 17th century Chinese Patinated Bronze Censer & Cover with Jade Finial Top and Wood Base. The body of this censor is intricately decorated with Archaistic decoration in hand-chassed relief. The wooden lid is designed with a foliate, leaf-like form, with a gorgeous white jade finial in the shape of a lotus leaf. The gorgeous tripod censer stands...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Korean Bronze Bottle Goryeo Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique Korean bronze bottle of bulbous pear form with a long neck and flared open mouth from Goryeo Dynasty (918 AD-1392 AD) circa 12-13th century I...
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Korean Archaistic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique 16th Century Islamic Safavid Al Jazari Combination Locking Brass Casket
Located in Portland, OR
A highly important engraved Islamic combination locking brass casket, based on a design by the 12th Century Arab inventor & artist Ismail Al Jazari. Circa...
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Iraqi Islamic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Chinese Bronze Scholar Vase with Taotie, Ming/Qing Dynasty, 17th century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A small and interesting cast bronze archaistic scholar vase with loose ring handles and taotie mask design, late Ming or early Qing Dynasty, mid 17th century, China. The small vase of archaistic hu form, and cast with archaistic designs. Sitting on a tall splayed ring foot, the round body is cast with a large band featuring a ferocious taotie (ogre) mask. The taotie mask in this case id decidedly feline, with a ruyi shaped snout above a whiskered mouth. Two flanges stick out to either side of the mask, reminiscent of ears. A wide, tall neck rises from the body, terminating in a slightly everted mouth. The archaistic cast design on the neck is not as clear, but most likely represents Fusang, a mythical island in the Eastern Sea where the legendary Fusang tree grows. The Fusang tree, home to the mythical Sun Bird...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Early Bronze Thai Buddha Head Mounted on Block
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Wonderful 17th-18th century Buddha's head, Thailand, Ayutthaya. Great larger size and terrific patina with early block stand. These early block ...
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Thai Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Japanese Abumi Stirrups
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of stamped brass stirrups decorated with Hashizuka, Ito and Manabe Mons. Japan - Edo (1615-1868), 18th century. Height: 10.24 in. (26 cm), length: 12.6 in. (32 cm), width 4.72 in. (12 cm) As in Western culture, the culture Japanese stirrups were part of traditional accessories...
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Japanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Sogonari Kabuto Samurai Helmet Shaped as a Human Head Early Edo Period
Located in Milano, IT
Sogonari Kabuto Samurai Helmet shaped as a Human Head Early Edo Period (1615 - 1867). Three-plates kawari kabuto covered with tawny hair to ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Fur

500 B.C, Dong Son, Antique Khmer Bronze Axe with Stand
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Dong Son bronze axe with very nice green patina. Age: Cambodia, Dong Son Period, 500 B.C. Size: Height 14.5 C.M. / Width 20.9 C.M. / Thickness 3.1 C.M. ...
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Cambodian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Bronze Dragon Vase with Arrow Handles, Qing Dynasty, 18th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A well cast and powerful Chinese dragon bronze altar vase with arrow handles, Qing Dynasty, 18th century or earlier, China. The altar vase of bottle form, set on a high, splayed r...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Splendid and Heavy Late 17th Century Dutch-Colonial Silver Filigree Salver
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A splendid and heavy Dutch-colonial silver filigree salver Indonesia, Batavia (Jakarta) or possibly Padang, West Sumatra, 2nd half 17th century Diam. 22.9 cm Weight 551 grams This filigree-work was probably done by Chinese masters...
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Indonesian Dutch Colonial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Chinese Archaisitc Bronze Small Scholar Vase, 17th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A fine small archaistic scholar's vase in the form of a zun, Ming to Qing Dynasty, 17th century, circa 1650, China. The small vessel of elegant proportions and wonderfully cast. T...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

China 960 Ad Song Dynasty Very Rare Imperial Period Offering Vessel in Bronze
Located in Miami, FL
Offering vessel from the Chinese Song Dynasty (960/1279 AD ). A beautiful "offering spiritual vessel" from the Yunnan province region in the ancient China. This rare vessel was created in red bronze during the Song Dynasty period. between 960/1279 AD. This is one of the most unusual forms of red bronze jar. A large vessel, the sides are virtually perpendicular to the base. The stepped lid design is also among the more rare types. The predominant lid design among the Yunnan offering bronzes is the "wheel" pattern, with a few lids having the lotus design. This is also one of the few bronzes displaying clear riveting of a two-part vessel body, with the original twisted elements Has a combined measures including the lid of 12.5 by 8.75 inches (31.75 x 22,23 Cm). The Song Dynasty, was an imperial dynasty of China that began in 960 and lasted until 1279. The dynasty was founded by Emperor Tizu of Song following his usurpation of the throne of the later Zhou, ending the Five-Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. The Song often came into conflict with the contemporaneous Liao, Western Xia and Jin dynasties in northern China. After decades of armed resistance defending southern China, it was eventually conquered by the Mongol-led Yuan dynasty. The dynasty is divided into two periods: Northern Song and Southern Song...
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Chinese Medieval Antique 18th Century and Earlier Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

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