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Place of Origin: Hong Kong
Maitland Smith Hand Painted Large Asian Decorative Covered Bowl
By Maitland Smith
Located in Denton, TX
Hand painted Chinese style covered bowl with humming birds and floral motive. Made by Maitland Smith known for their quality.
Category

Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stoneware, Paint

Framed Chinese Watercolor Painting 'Bird on Flower' by Zhao Shao Ang in 1987
By Zhao Shao Ang
Located in Haarlem, NL
Beautiful framed painting signed and painted by Shao Ang in 1987 Zhao Shao Ang (1905-1998) was born in Guangzhou (Canton, China) he moved back and forth...
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Paper

Asian Metal Filigree Opium Pipe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Asian metal opium pipe with filigree art work in floral designs. Silvered metal alloy, patinated could be cleaned to be shiny. Long and unusual decorative collector opium pipe, very ...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

A Rare Yue Celadon Cong-Shaped Vase, Western Jin Dynasty(3-5th C)
Located in seoul, KR
This vase is an exceptionally rare piece and likely the only known example of a Cong-shaped vase from the Jin Dynasty. While some experts may attribute this work to the Song Dynasty or later periods based on its form, it is, in fact, a much earlier creation from the 3rd to 4th century CE during the Jin Dynasty. It was imported from Hong Kong in the late 1990s and was acquired by our gallery as part of a collection that included other Jin Dynasty Yue celadon pieces. The vase features a cylindrical form with a square (方形) design and geometric incised patterns. While these design elements became more refined and sophisticated during the Song Dynasty (960~1279), their origins trace back much earlier, as evidenced by Cong-shaped jade artifacts dating as far back as 2,500 B.C.E. Examples of these ancient jade Congs...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Celadon

Feldman Triple Lotus Light Fixture Chandelier, circa 1960
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Professionally polished and lacquered to retain the current brass shine, this beautiful and gentle lotus chandelier was designed and manufactured by the Feldman Lighting Company in t...
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1960s Hollywood Regency Vintage Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Brass

A Rare Longquan Celadon 'Hundred Rib' Jar, Song-Yuan Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This beautifully crafted jar features a wide baluster form, swelling gracefully from a short and slightly tapered foot. The design is accentuated by slender, elegant vertical ribs th...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Celadon

Cloisonné Vase, Qing Period, 19th Century
Located in seoul, KR
Cloisonné enamel vase of baluster form and lobed sides decorated with foliage and flowers on a black background, gilt copper neck and base. Around 1900 Period: Qing Dynasty Type: Va...
Category

19th Century Qing Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Enamel

Guardian(Half human half beast) Pottery Figure, Northern Wei-Tang Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This guardian figure represents a fusion of human and beast, a common motif symbolizing protection in Chinese lore. Crafted from pottery, the figure is a testament to the era's sculp...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Two Straw-Glazed Pottery Figures of Court Male and Female, Sui-Tang dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This pair of straw-glazed pottery figures represents a male and female court attendant, both elegantly attired in period fashion. The female figure wears a flowing robe with draped f...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Tang Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery, Straw

Qingbai Yuhuchunping Vase Porcelain, Song Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Covered with a fine bluish glaze, the body entirely decorated with an incised decoration of elegant leafy scrolls and blooming lotuses. "Yuhuchunping" translates to 'spring wine bott...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Rose Medallion Porcelain Vase, Late Qing Period
Located in seoul, KR
The square body famille rose porcelain vase with a Rose Medallion pattern, gilt highlights, and polychrome enamel decoration with alternating medallions of court life against a groun...
Category

19th Century Qing Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Rare Yue Celadon-Glazed Two Haitai Statues, Western Jin dynasty (265-420)
Located in seoul, KR
The statue seems to be a mythical beast standing in a poised and alert stance, with its mouth open as if roaring or breathing fire. Its body is covered in detailed carvings that resemble scales and feathers, indicative of the high level of craftsmanship during the Jin Dynasty. The creature’s presence is both regal and intimidating, suggesting it might have been believed to possess protective properties. Period : Western Jin Dynasty (266 - 316 AD) Type : Haitai Statue Medium : Yue celadon...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Export Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Celadon

Cabinet, LALA by Reda Amalou, 2019, Limited Edition, Art of Cloisonné Tiles
By REDA AMALOU DESIGN
Located in Paris, FR
The Gallery collection showcases exclusive designs by Reda Amalou. The pieces are crafted by some of the best artisans around the world and are edited as a series of 8 and 4 artist’s proofs. Each piece is signed and numbered. Sophisticated simplicity for our new cabinet, a piece of our Gallery Collection made with traditional art of enamel cloisonné tiles...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Rare Green-Glazed 'Fishes and Wave' Bowl, Liao-Song Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This green-glazed bowl was finely crafted with an attention to detail that highlights the skill of the Cizhou green and Ding ware. Its delicate form has been adorned with a fishes an...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Rare Qingbai Carved Ewer, Song-Yuan Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This Qingbai ewer features a rounded body with smooth curves, a short spout, and a looped handle, presenting a harmonious and balanced form. The lid is adorned with a flower-shaped f...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

A Carved White Ware 'peony' vase, Song-Yuan dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The vase is raised on a slightly splayed foot and flanked on the tall cylindrical neck by a pair of mask handles. The body is molded with lotus scroll pattern between a floral scroll...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Lower Xiajiadian Culture Tripod Li Jar, 2000–1500 BCE
Located in seoul, KR
This tripod jar, dating from 2000 to 1500 BCE, is attributed to the Lower Xiajiadian Culture, which flourished in Northeast China. It exemplifies the early ceramic craftsmanship of N...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

A Wucai 'Peony' Vase Transitional Period, 17th century, Transitional Period
Located in seoul, KR
The jar features a balanced and robust form, typical of the Transitional period, which was a time of significant change and innovation in Chinese porcelain art. The decoration is exu...
Category

17th Century Qing Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Qingbai Bowl with carving of crane, Song Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The crane, a traditional symbol of longevity and auspiciousness, is prominently placed at the center, creating a harmonious and aesthetically balanced effect. The border of the dish ...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Export Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Hexagonal Porcelain Vase with Landscape Decoration, Late Qing Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The vase has a hexagonal shape, with a structure that extends seamlessly from the rim to the base, creating a sense of visual stability. The neck features sculpted handles in the for...
Category

19th Century Qing Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Pomegranate Shaped Copper Red Glazed Vase, Yuan-Ming Period
Located in seoul, KR
This piece is a small ceramic vessel with a distinctive silhouette modeled after a pomegranate, notable for its full, well-balanced curves. The mouth, reminiscent of the fruit’s caly...
Category

16th Century Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Copper

A Rare 'Yue' Celadon Glazed Octagonal Vase, Western Jin Dynasty (266 - 316 AD)
Located in seoul, KR
Finely potted with incurved facetted sides divided by raised ribs and set with two short lugs to the shoulder, the body rising to a short octagonal neck, the domed cover of conforming section, surrounded by an upturned rim and surmounted by a bud finial, applied overall with a celadon glaze of the period. A related vase of this rare and charming form, in the Zhenjiang Museum, Zhenjiang, is illustrated in the Complete Collection of Chinese Ceramics. Song, vol. 8, Shanghai, 1999, pl. 52. Vases of related octagonal shape were produced at the Ding kilns, in Hebei province, and the qingbai kilns in Jiangxi province; see a Ding vase in the Palace Museum, Beijing, illustrated in Selection of Ding Ware. The Palace Museum’s Collection and Archaeological Excavation, Beijing, 2002, pl. 37; and a qingbai example, from the Meiyintang collection, illustrated in Regina Krahl, Chinese Ceramics from the Meiyintang Collection, vol. 3 (II), London, 2006, pl. 1590; and another carved with a floral scroll, included in the exhibition Song Ceramics from the Kwan Collection, Hong Kong Museum of Art, Hong Kong, 1994, cat. no. 105. Period : Western Jin Dynasty (266 - 316 AD) Type : Octagonal Vase Medium : Yue celadon...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Celadon

A Rare Blue And White Octagonal Box And Cover, Ming Dynasty Wanli Six-Character
Located in seoul, KR
Numerous similar octagonal blue and white boxes with Wanli, Jiajing marks are housed in prestigious museum collections. An example in the Tokyo National Museum is featured in Illustr...
Category

16th Century Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

A Rare Large Wucai Dragons and Phoenix Jar, Ming dynasty Longqing Emperor
Located in seoul, KR
The blue dragon and the red dragon are depicted in dynamic postures, each extending its claws to grasp a ruyi pearl (如意珠). The phoenix is adorned with flowing feathers and delicate c...
Category

16th Century Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese black green enamel flowers small water pipe opium pipe
By Dynasty Transorient
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing and beautiful Chinese cloisonné opium pipe, enamelled with loto flowers, character marks to the base, 28cm high Astonishing opium pipe with mot...
Category

1890s Chinese Export Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

A Longquan Celadon Five-spouted Jar, Northern Song Dynasty (960~1127)
Located in seoul, KR
The jar features a round body with well-proportioned four distinct tiers and a short, stable foot. The surface is coated in a deep green Longquan celadon glaze, showcasing the sprout...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Celadon

A Carved Qingbai 'Chrysanthemum' Vase, Song-Yuan Dynasty(13-14th century)
Located in seoul, KR
The ovoid body to a tall neck, the body decorated with a chrysanthemum meander, covered overall in a translucent pale blue glaze. Traces of excavation can be seen in the dirt marks o...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

T. Y. Chao Private & Family Trust Collections of Important Chinese Ceramic, Rare
Located in valatie, NY
Sotheby's: The T. Y. Chao Private and Family Trust Collections of Important Chinese Ceramics and Jade Carvings: Part 1, Hong Kong October 1986. Rare First Edition hardcover with dust...
Category

1980s Vintage Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Paper

Carved Longquan Celadon Vase, Yuan-Ming Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
A graceful baluster form with a flared mouth, a rounded body, and a slightly raised foot. The vase features two intricate handles in the shape of animal figures holding large looped ...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Celadon

Ginger Jar with 'Hehe Erxian' Pattern, Early Qing Dynasty(17-18th century)
Located in seoul, KR
The Hehe Erxian (和合二仙, Ho Ho Erh Hsien), Taoist immortals known for symbolizing harmony and union, are vividly depicted on this blue and white porcelain jar. Within the central medal...
Category

17th Century Qing Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Chinoiserie Style Black Lacquered Jewlery Chest or Cabinet
Located in Plainview, NY
A Chinoiserie lacquered jewelry chest in striking black. The chest features two doors adorned with graceful women figures facing aha other. Upon opening these doors, a treasure trove...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Soapstone

Rare Yue Celadon Chicken-Head Ewer, Jin-Southern Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Chicken-head ewers are among the most distinct and emblematic pottery pieces from the Han (206 BC ~ AD 220) to the Tang dynasties. Their production commenced during the Jin dynasty i...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Blue and White Porcelain Vase, in the Chinese Style, Maitland and Smith, 1970s
By Maitland Smith
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large blue and white porcelain vase, in the Chinese style, Maitland and Smith, 1970s.  
Category

1970s Vintage Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Ming Period Large Pottery Horse with Saddle (15-16th Century)
Located in seoul, KR
The figure stands on a rectangular base. The horse is depicted in a poised stance, with strong, muscular legs and a slightly bowed head. The mane is carefully sculpted with deep, flowing grooves, adding a dynamic texture to the piece. The head features expressive details, including a well-defined muzzle, flared nostrils. The bridle and harness are delicately painted in faded green, contrasting against the creamy beige body. The saddle is adorned with intricate details, including decorative tassels and a textured pattern, indicative of the elaborate tack used in the Ming period. Traces of original polychrome pigments in green, black, and ochre remain on the surface, hinting at the sculpture’s once-vibrant appearance. The weathered patina and areas of flaking paint add to its historical authenticity, reflecting centuries of age. The overall craftsmanship and detailing exemplify the Ming Dynasty’s refined ceramic artistry, making this piece a remarkable representation of of asian culture during this period. Period: Ming Dynasty Medium: Green, black, and ochre glazed Pottery Type: Figure Condition : Good(chips on the upper saddle.) Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong Reference : Asian Civilisations Museum - Accession No. C-1384 / 1994-00441 - Ming Dynasty Figure of Horse (Type : Closely Related) * Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Figures Ming Dynasty glazed pottery figures are renowned for their bold color palette, intricate detailing, and lifelike forms, distinguishing them from earlier traditions. These figures, which depict officials, warriors, animals, and mythical creatures, are characterized by high-gloss lead-based glazes in green, amber, ochre, and sancai (three-color) combinations. The thickly applied glaze pools in recesses, creating depth and enhancing sculptural details. With dynamic postures, expressive facial features, and meticulously rendered drapery, these figures reflect the period’s advancement in ceramic craftsmanship, offering a greater sense of movement and realism compared to the rigid and stylized forms of earlier dynasties. A defining characteristic of Ming glazed pottery is its elaborate surface detailing, often achieved through raised relief elements and contrasting glazes. Equestrian figures, for example, feature carefully sculpted saddles, harnesses, and decorative embellishments, while human figures are adorned with intricate robes and headdresses. The large scale of these tomb figures, often more imposing than those from previous periods, underscores the increasing importance of funerary art during the Ming era. Unlike later Qing Dynasty figures...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery

A Rare Dingyao Green-Glazed Dragon Dish, Liao-Song Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This green-glazed bowl was finely crafted with an attention to detail that highlights the skill of the Cizhou green and Ding ware potter. Its delicate form has been adorned with a dr...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Asian Tansu Banded Burl Top Side Tables Cabinets, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful and versatile pair of Asian Tansu side tables cabinets, bedside table in very good vintage condition. Banded Burlwood top. Cabinet has a s...
Category

Mid-20th Century Tang Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Rider Figures on Mythical Beasts Possibly from Qing Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Identical piece is housed in the Longhai Museum of Zhangzhou City. On October 7, 1989, it was appraised as a third-class cultural relic by the Cultural Relics Appraisal Team of the F...
Category

17th Century Qing Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Lotus Petal 'Longquan' Celadon Bowl, Ming dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The bowl features a relatively deep green glaze and a smooth and lustrous finish. The exterior is intricately incised with a lotus petal design, symbolizing purity and spiritual enlightenment, while the interior remains plain to emphasize the glaze's elegance. Over centuries, a natural brown discoloration has appeared on the exterior, reflecting its historical authenticity and prolonged chemical reaction during burial. This is also considered a part of the aesthetic element of celadon. Period: Ming Dynasty (1368~1644) Region: Longquan, China Medium: Stoneware - Celadon glazed Type: Tripod censer Size : 18.5 cm(Diameter) , 7.5cm(Height) Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong * Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon Longquan celadon from the Ming Dynasty typically exhibits a more robust and heavier stoneware body compared to its Song Dynasty predecessors. The Ming era saw an evolution in celadon glaze, achieving a wider spectrum of green hues, from olive to bluish-greens. Ming celadons...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Celadon

A Longquan Celadon-Glazed 'Dragon' Dish, Yuan Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The dish is decorated to the centre with a moulded appliqué dragon chasing the flaming pearl surrounded by a carved stylised foliage band at the cavetto. The moulded fluted exterior ...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Celadon

Two blue and white jars, officials in garden, Rabbit mark to base, Ming dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
17th century, painted in underglaze blue with eight figures including officials in a garden landscape, marked on the bottom with a sitting rabbit(blue hare), Transitional period(Late...
Category

17th Century Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Five Green Glazed Pottery Attendant Figures, Ming Dynasty(1368-1644)
Located in seoul, KR
The three figurines in the back exhibit the typical form of attendants, wearing conical red hats and adopting poses where their right hands are either held in front of their chests o...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Rare Longquan Celadon Tripod Incense Burner, Song-Yuan Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The vessel features a compressed body supported by three tapered feet and a flat, outwardly flaring rim. Three slender flanges originate from a subtle ridge on the shoulder and exten...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Celadon

Qingbai Floriform Dish, Song-Yuan Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The dish has a scalloped rim, which gives it a flower-like appearance. The wavy edges are characteristic of the Song dynasty ceramics, often inspired by natural forms such as flowers...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Porcelain Famille Rose Tea Cup or Soup Set
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage porcelain famille rose three-piece hand-decorated teacup and saucer or soup set with lid, in the Chinoiserie style, circa mid-20th century, Hong Kong (British rul...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

A Gray Pottery Figure of a Horse, Han Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This particular horse sculpture exemplifies the typical pose of Han-period equine figures—a neighing steed with its mouth wide open. Like many tomb sculptures of the era, it is crafted in unglazed, with its ears, tail, and legs separately fabricated in wood or clay and slotted into pre-prepared holes. However, several distinguishing features elevate this piece beyond standard Han horse...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Pottery Tripod Vessel, Neolithic Period
Located in seoul, KR
The sturdy triangular legs, wide mouth, convex body, and diagonal incised patterns create a harmonious balance, showcasing a form that is both primitive and refined. Notably, the twi...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Four Green Glazed Pottery Attendant Figures, Ming Dynasty(1368-1644)
Located in seoul, KR
The first figure wears a short cap and takes a posture as if carrying something on the shoulder, possibly symbolizing a servant or a messenger. The second figure wears a tall hat and...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Cizhou Lotus Carved Jar, Song-Yuan dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This jar features a carved design, which is typical of Cizhou ware. It has a creamy white and brown color scheme, and the prominent decoration of lotus flower, which is a common motif in Chinese art and culture, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. The carving technique involves coating the vessel with a layer of white slip (liquid clay), then carving away parts of it to create the design, revealing the darker clay body beneath. This technique allows for a strong contrast between the background and the carved motif. Period : Song-Yuan Dynasty Type : Jar Medium : Cizhou Ware Size : 21.5 cm(Height), 11cm(Mouth Diameter) Provenance : Acquired in 1999, Hongkong * Cizhou Ware Cizhou is the name given to a number of stonewares, grey or buff, of varying degrees of hardness, with painted, incised or carved decoration on a clay slip. These stonewares were not only made in the region of Cizhou, Hebei Province, but in several provinces of China during the Song, Yuan and Ming periods. The great centres of production were in the north of China in the provinces of Hebei, Henan and Shanxi. Cizhou wares seem to have been very popular, made for a clientèle of rich merchants, at a period when the paintings of famous...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Famille rose porcelain vase, 19-20th century
Located in seoul, KR
This porcelain vase, likely from the late Qing dynasty or early Republic period (late 19th to early 20th century), is a fine example of Famille-Rose (fencai) decoration. The body is ...
Category

Late 19th Century Qing Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Cizhou Baluster Jar, Yuan-Ming Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The vase features a broad, rounded body with a slightly flared neck and a pedestal base. The decoration consists of intricate brushwork in iron-brown pigment, depicting figures and s...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Ming Period Large Pottery Horse with Saddle (15-16th Century)
Located in seoul, KR
This Ming Dynasty painted pottery horse is depicted standing on a tiered rectangular pedestal. The horse has a well-proportioned body, with sturdy legs and a slightly arched neck. The eyes and muzzle are subtly outlined and incised. The mane is sculpted with deep, parallel grooves. The tail is long and slightly curved left, extending downward. The saddle is prominently featured at the center of the horse’s back, detailed with a raised, rounded seat and an attached stirrup hanging down one side. The saddlecloth is textured with a crosshatch pattern, bordered by a row of carved fringe-like elements. The horse's legs display subtle musculature, and the hooves are clearly defined, with black pigment accentuating their edges. The original painted pigments, including white, black, and ochre, are still visible, though faded in some areas. The black pigment highlights the mane, tail, and parts of the bridle, while the ochre tones accentuate the saddle and decorative elements. Period: Ming Dynasty Medium: Green, black, and ochre glazed Pottery Type: Figure Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong Reference : Asian Civilisations Museum - Accession No. C-1384 / 1994-00441 - Ming Dynasty Figure of Horse (Type : Closely Related) * Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Figures Ming Dynasty glazed pottery figures are renowned for their bold color palette, intricate detailing, and lifelike forms, distinguishing them from earlier traditions. These figures, which depict officials, warriors, animals, and mythical creatures, are characterized by high-gloss lead-based glazes in green, amber, ochre, and sancai (three-color) combinations. The thickly applied glaze pools in recesses, creating depth and enhancing sculptural details. With dynamic postures, expressive facial features, and meticulously rendered drapery, these figures reflect the period’s advancement in ceramic craftsmanship, offering a greater sense of movement and realism compared to the rigid and stylized forms of earlier dynasties. A defining characteristic of Ming glazed pottery is its elaborate surface detailing, often achieved through raised relief elements and contrasting glazes. Equestrian figures, for example, feature carefully sculpted saddles, harnesses, and decorative embellishments, while human figures are adorned with intricate robes and headdresses. The large scale of these tomb figures, often more imposing than those from previous periods, underscores the increasing importance of funerary art during the Ming era. Unlike later Qing Dynasty figures...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Grey Tripod Granary Jar, Han dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The vessel consists of a rounded cylindrical body, a gently curved upper section, and a small circular opening, suggesting that it was used for storing grain or valuable goods. Thre...
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15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Grey Tripod Granary Jar, Han dynasty
Grey Tripod Granary Jar, Han dynasty
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A Molded Qingbai 'Flowers' Dish, Southern Song Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The plate depicted here exhibits the intricate floral patterns and lotus motifs that are typical of Southern Song designs. The central floral motif captures the essence of Oriental b...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Neolithic Pottery Jar, Majiayao culture, 3rd-2nd Millenium BC
Located in seoul, KR
Fine-grained, buff-colored clay. Potted thin. Upper part of body painted with symbolic patterns in black and chocolate brown. Majiayao culture, Banshan type, 3rd millennium BC Peri...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Large Cocoon-shaped jar with cloud-scroll design, Han Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This jar would have served as a mortuary object (mingqi), placed in a tomb as a substitute for the more valuable bronze and lacquer vessels used in daily life. Along with a variety o...
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15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Pottery

A Rare Cream-Glazed Ding yao Ewer and Cover, Northern Song Dynasty (960–1127)
Located in seoul, KR
The octagonal lobed ovoid body rising from a short spreading foot to a tall trumpet neck, set at the shoulder with a tall curved spout and to the other side with a tall strap handle, the dished cover surmounted with a ruyi-shaped finial, covered overall in a creamy-white glaze. Compared to other similar types of Northern Song Dynasty ceramics, this piece is extremely elegant in shape. It most closely resembles the Qingbai porcelain in the collection of The Museum of Oriental Ceramics in Osaka. Period : Northern Song dynasty(960~1127) Type : Creamy-white Ding yao glaze Ewer Provenance : Acquired in 1999, Hongkong Reference : THE MET Accession Number: 18.57.1 Sotheby's London 2018 - St George Street Sale Asian Art - Lot 208 * Song Dynasty Ding-Yao Ware Song Dynasty Ding Yao porcelain holds a significant place in Chinese ceramic art, specifically as a type of white porcelain produced during the Song Dynasty. Produced predominantly during the mid to late Song Dynasty, Ding Yao ceramics are renowned for their delicate and intricate features. Ding Yao ceramics were primarily crafted from clay rich in white minerals and fired at high temperatures to achieve a durable and lustrous surface. One distinctive characteristic of this serene white ceramic is the presence of silver or gold-colored splashes of glaze, often created using a mineral called galena. Galena, with its lustrous appearance, was suitable for creating fine patterns and intricate decorations. These ceramics frequently feature delicate carvings, floral motifs, or subtle decorations. While commonly used for utilitarian purposes such as tableware, Ding Yao porcelain also served as a medium for artistic expression, producing many artworks. The production of Ding Yao ceramics was relatively limited, and surviving pieces are considered rare and valuable art pieces...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

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Ceramic

Yue Celadon Ewer, Late Tang-Northern Song Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This Yue ware celadon ewer features a gracefully rounded body that expands smoothly, complemented by a wide, flaring mouth. The translucent olive-green glaze envelops the surface, en...
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15th Century and Earlier Tang Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

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Celadon

Two Figures of Attendants, Ming Period(1368-1644)
Located in seoul, KR
Statues of attendants crafted from terracotta, featuring glazes in green, Set on rectangular bases. Period: Ming Dynasty Medium: Glazed Pottery Type: Figure Condition : Excellent(It has soil on it, which is presumed to be evidence of excavation) Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong Reference : 1) Indianapolis Museum of Art - Dinastia ming, figure maschili, 1368-1644 (Type : Closely related) 2) V&A Museum - Accession number FE.295:1, 2-2005 (Type : Closely related) 3) Sotheby's 01 May 2007 - The Collection Of Paul Otto Taubert & Jewellery And Decorative Arts - Lot 233 (Price range : 5,000 - 7,000 AUD / Type : Closely related) 4) Asian Art Museum, San Francisco - Object number B60P1631 - Standing Man Tomb Figure * Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Figures Ming Dynasty glazed pottery figures are renowned for their bold color palette, intricate detailing, and lifelike forms, distinguishing them from earlier traditions. These figures, which depict officials, warriors, animals, and mythical creatures, are characterized by high-gloss lead-based glazes in green, amber, ochre, and sancai (three-color) combinations. The thickly applied glaze pools in recesses, creating depth and enhancing sculptural details. With dynamic postures, expressive facial features, and meticulously rendered drapery, these figures reflect the period’s advancement in ceramic craftsmanship, offering a greater sense of movement and realism compared to the rigid and stylized forms of earlier dynasties. A defining characteristic of Ming glazed pottery is its elaborate surface detailing, often achieved through raised relief elements and contrasting glazes. Equestrian figures, for example, feature carefully sculpted saddles, harnesses, and decorative embellishments, while human figures are adorned with intricate robes and headdresses. The large scale of these tomb figures, often more imposing than those from previous periods, underscores the increasing importance of funerary art during the Ming era. Unlike later Qing Dynasty figures...
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15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

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Pottery

Hu vase with green glaze, Han Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
It is made from a fairly high-fired reddish pottery and coated in a particularly attractive glossy thick streaky green and finely-crackled glaze, the colour of which varies according...
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15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl Hand-Painted for Geary's Beverly Hill
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Japanese Imari Porcelain 7.5" Bowl - Hand Decorated for Geary's Beverly Hills. Set of two Japanese Imari porcelain Bowls from the prestigious brand GEARYS BEVERLY HILLS, Vintage collectible large blue and white porcelain bowl. These beautiful Japanese bowls are hand painted. Perfect for display or using as catchall or vide poche. Vintage Japanese Porcelain...
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20th Century Japonisme Hong Kong Asian Art and Furniture

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Ceramic, Porcelain

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