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Period: 20th Century
Mid Century Modern Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Plant Stands - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Excellent pair of mid century modern Russell Woodard spun fiber glass plant stands. Displays a tantalizing hourglass shape with a minty green finish.
Category
Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Fiberglass
Vintage Black Japanese Tokanabe Pottery Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible vintage Japanese Black Japanese Tokanabe Pottery Vase. Features an enameled blue and red design.
Category
Japanese Anglo-Japanese 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Enamel
Chinese Eighteen Luohan Walnut Shell Snuff Bottle, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...
Category
Chinese Qing 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Plastic, Walnut
Ming Dynasty Style Scholar's Lamp-Hanger Chair with Rattan Inset Seat and Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Ming Dynasty style antique scholar's chair from the early 20th century, with inset rattan back splat and seat. This Ming Dynasty style scholar's chair from the early 20th century e...
Category
Chinese Ming 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Finely Carved Japanese Okimono on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique Okimono (Japanese means artsy display ornament object) displayed on a small custom wood stand from Meiji Period circa early 2oth century. T...
Category
Japanese Japonisme 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Scholar Calligraphy Bamboo Etched Wall Art Sculpture Kanji Tiki Chinese
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful imported relics of the late 1940s old post-war U.S. suburban veteran household. procured from a time capsule estate. These really command a room, reflect the light just r...
Category
Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo
A Very Fine Japanese Mixed Metal Bronze Suiban / Planter on Stand, Taisho Period
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very fine Japanese bronze Suiban (planter) of bellied oval form, richly decorated overall with hand enamelled and 'shibuichi' & 'shakudo' motifs, depicting geometric designs, pine ...
Category
Japanese Meiji 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Thai Gilt Black Lacquer Scroll Cases, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Made of bamboo and delicately lacquered in gold and black these early 20th century Thai scroll cases were an essential accessory for any esteemed scholar. The perfect size for a roll...
Category
Thai 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo, Lacquer
Pair of Chinese Longevity Relief Scroll Cases, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Delicately carved of dense hardwood, these 19th-century scroll cases were an essential accessory for the esteemed Qing-dynasty scholar. The perfect size for a rolled-up scroll, the cases were once used to store and protect works of traditional calligraphy and landscape painting.
The matching cases are hand-carved in low relief with all-over scrollwork and borders of geometric meanders. Each case is carved with repeated Shou characters, symbols of longevity and a blessing for a long and complete life. Amid the scrollwork flourishes are ribbon-clad objects known as the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism, including the eternal knot...
Category
Chinese Qing 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Japanese Calligraphy Box
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very elegant and simplistic Japanese lacquered calligraphy box that dates to the mid-20th century. The minimal refined designed box includes the brush and other required wr...
Category
Japanese Japonisme 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Exquisite Group of Five Japanese Hand Decorated Pine Sweet Dishes
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A superb group of five well crafted and finished Pine dishes with hand illustrated images of Pine, Bamboo, Chrysanthemum, Plum and Iris done in black ink with various Japanese script (possibly poems) and red ink chop marks. The wood graining is subtle and well chosen and the art work is traditional and reminiscent of antique Japanese scrolls...
Category
Edo 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Wood
"Recumbent Lion" Lingbi Scholars' Rock Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculptural and unusual stone formations have long been fixtures of the scholars' studio, displayed as sources of beauty and creative inspiration. Known as gongshi, or scholars' rocks...
Category
Chinese Organic Modern 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Limestone, Steel
Long Calligraphy Brush Buddha's Belly Bamboo 25" Brush 3
Located in Somis, CA
This 25" long calligraphy brush features a beautiful handle made from Buddha's Belly Bamboo, a prized variety known as Bamboo Ventricosa. Revered for its unique bulging form, this ba...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Asian Scholar Stone
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a curved chinese scholar stone set in a wood stand . With their exotic shape and many crevices these stones were highly appreciated and considere...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Long Calligraphy Brush Buddha's Belly Bamboo 25" Brush 2
Located in Somis, CA
This 25" long calligraphy brush features a beautiful handle made from Buddha's Belly Bamboo, a prized variety known as Bamboo Ventricosa. Revered for its unique bulging form, this ba...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Chinese Carved Longyan Wood Stand, Late Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
An exquisite late Qing dynasty display Stand of longyan wood, carved as a miniature "kang" table.
The center panel features an amazing grain that delights the eye, while a soft glo...
Category
Chinese Qing Antique 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
Brush Washer-Rose Quartz on a Custom Hand Carved Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese brush washer in the form of a peach, which represents wisdom. The peach is hand carved from rose quartz, a semi precious stone, and the st...
Category
Chinese Chinoiserie 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Wood, Rose Quartz
Large Decorative Brown and Tan Cardboard Plate
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Enhance your decor with this large decorative brown and tan cardboard plate. This eco-friendly piece combines modern design with a unique texture, making it an excellent choice for a...
Category
American Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Wood
Large Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large malachite rock specimen with intense green and black colors fitted on a wood stand and displayed as a Chinese scholar stone. The gemstone in the vertical botryoidal form was ...
Category
American Chinoiserie 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Postmodern Black Glass Ceramic Spherical Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Add a touch of modern sophistication to your decor with this postmodern black glass ceramic spherical vase. Featuring a sleek, glossy finish and a unique spherical design, this vase ...
Category
Unknown Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Two Compatible Japanese Lacquered Calligraphy Stands
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A decorative and colorful compatible pair of Japanese Calligraphy Stands in gilt and lacquer decoration. The red lift tops with elaborate lacquered and gilt decoration of birds and s...
Category
Japanese Edo 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Wood
Chinese Large Ginger Jar/Vase With Foo Dog Lid
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Chinese Large Ginger Jar/Vase with Foo Dog Lid is a remarkable display of Chinese artistry. Featuring a sculpted foo dog on the lid, it symbolizes protection and adds asian charm...
Category
Chinese Chinoiserie 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Calligraphy Brush, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Along with paper, ink, and inkstone, the brush was part of the four treasures found in a scholar’s studio. Arguably the most important tool, the brush served as a direct link to the ...
Category
Chinese Qing 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Wood
Japanese Lacquer Hibachi with Imperial Chrysanthemum, Meiji Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A simple and elegant Japanese lacquer hibachi stand with imperial chrysanthemum mon and copper liner, now modified as an usubata, late Meiji Period, ci...
Category
Antique 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Copper
Chinese Literati Tea Tray, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite 19th century tray reflects the Qing-dynasty literati's taste for fine materials and balanced proportions. Once used to serve tea or hold scholarly implements, the tray is...
Category
Chinese Qing 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Chinese Hand Painted Multi Colored Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Add a vibrant touch of artistry to your space with this Chinese hand-painted multi-colored vase. Featuring intricate patterns and a stunning array of col...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Elegant Japanese Lacquered Ikebana Bamboo Basket
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage Japanese ikebana made from lacquered bamboo basketry circa first half of the 20th century. This piece of bamboo art displays an very light and delicate classic tapered squa...
Category
Japanese Japonisme 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Ikea Torne VI Wall Sconce Candle Holder
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing vintage IKEA wall sconce candle holder. Features an ornate design.
Category
Swedish Victorian 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Asian Wood Carved Panel
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Enhance your space with this exquisite vintage Asian wood carved panel. Featuring intricate craftsmanship and detailed carvings, this panel captures the essence of traditional Asian ...
Category
Unknown 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Wood
A Chinese Two-Tiered Bamboo and Rattan Lidded Dessert Basket with Handle
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Chinese Two-Tiered Bamboo and Rattan Lidded Dessert Basket with Handle, Mid 20th Century
Provenance: Private Australian Collection.
Dimension: Height: 18cm Width: 15.5cm Depth: 1...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Japanese Bamboo Basket Ikebana Suzuki Gengensai
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegantly woven bamboo basket with handle as an ikenana container by Suzuki Gengensai (1891-1950) circa 1923-50. Suzuki Gengensai was from Kansai region and active in Osaka. He studied bamboo art under Yamashita Kochikusai (1876-1947) and became an independent artist in 1913. He received his artist name Gengensai in 1914 and in 1923 he changed the characters to Gen, a slight written variation of the character. This basket was signed in this later variation, which helps to date the piece to post 1923.
The basket is woven entirely in a free style irregular plating on the body and with a twisted bundled handle. The surface is lacquered in a deep reddish color. The seemingly less rigid technique renders the piece a more rustic and natural aesthetic that is more suitable for certain occasions. It is singed on the base with artist's signature in the variation post 1923.
A very similar basket of the irregular weaving but without the handle is illustrated in plate 72 in "Baskets Masterpieces of Japanese Bamboo Art...
Category
Japanese Japonisme 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Natural Malachite Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A natural malachite stone on a fitted wood stand displayed as a Chinese scholar stone (Gong Shi), also known as meditation stone. The natural specimen displays...
Category
American Organic Modern 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Malachite
Vintage Blue and Caramel Swirl Blown Glass Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Add a touch of artistic elegance to your space with this vintage blue and caramel swirl blown glass vase. The handcrafted design features mesmerizing swirls of blue and caramel hues,...
Category
American 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Glass
Unique Japanese Woven Bamboo Hanging Ikebana Basket Suzuki Gengensai
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare hanging ikebana basket by Japanese bamboo artist Suzuki Gengensai (1891-1950) circa 1923-50. This elegant hanakago was made entirly from white bamboo. It consists of a square footed platform with bent bamboo rods on four corners converging onto the top into an open birdcage-like form, which is to be hung from a hooked bamboo rod. The platform features a square plating base and finely woven edges and feet and a single strand of rope fence. A separate ikebana container...
Category
Japanese Modern 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Postmodern Red Ceramic Vase by Haeger
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Haeger Red Postmodern Vase is a stunning piece that effortlessly blends art and function, capturing the essence of postmodern design with its vibrant red hue and unconventional f...
Category
American Post-Modern 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Chinoiserie Hand Painted Porcelain Floor Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing vintage chinoiserie floor vase. Feature a hand painted design depicting Chinese situations through the body of the vase.
Category
Chinese Chinese Export Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Postmodern Abstract Glass Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This Postmodern Abstract Glass Vase is a stunning blend of avant-garde design and high-quality craftsmanship. Made from hand-blown glass, its irregular shape defies traditional symme...
Category
Post-Modern 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Glass
Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as a Scholar Stone
Located in Atlanta, GA
A natural malachite rock specimen with striking green and black colors fitted on a wood stand for viewing and meditating. The gemstone has pointed and jagged surface on one side and a botryoidal form on the other side, revealing a beautiful, mottled pattern with intense colors of contrasting green and black. It is displayed as a viewing stone on a fitted wood base by an American collector of Chinese scholar rocks. Known as "Peacock Rock" in Chinese, there was a more recent tradition in China (from Qing Dynasty and on) to collect the exotic gemstones such as malachite and turquoise specimen...
Category
American 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Gilt Bronze Bust of Shakyamuni Buddha
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A beautiful depicted version of Siddhartha Gautama from the early part of the 20th century. Wonderful worn gilt bronze patina, with the perfect amou...
Category
Thai 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bronze
1980s Hand Painted Southwest Pottery Case
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Dive into the artistry of the 1980s with this Southwest Pottery Vase. Hand-painted in a vibrant green hue, it showcases a lone wolf set against a moo...
Category
American American Classical 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Pottery
Postmodern Circular Cream Vase by Haeger
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Introducing the Postmodern Circular Cream Vase by Haeger, an elegant piece that doubles as both a functional vase and a standalone sculpture. Its balanced, circular design and cream ...
Category
American Post-Modern 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Erven Lucas Amsterdam 1 Liter Clay Bottle
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional clay bottle from Amsterdam by Erven Lucas. Features a browned clay tone with its capacity, maker and place of origin carved into the sides. 1 liter
Category
Dutch Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Clay
Vintage Pottery Vase by Gail Markiewicz
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Add an artisanal touch to your space with this vintage pottery vase by Gail Markiewicz. Featuring organic textures and a unique, handcrafted design, this vase brings a sense of natur...
Category
American Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Pottery
Large Decorative Brown and Tan Cardboard Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Add a unique touch to your decor with this large decorative brown and tan cardboard vase. This distinctive piece combines modern design with eco-friendly materials, making it a perfe...
Category
American Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Wood
Boho Chic Octagonal Herringbone Frame
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Boho Octagonal Herringbone Frame is a unique blend of bohemian style and classic design. Featuring an octagonal shape and intricate herringbone pattern, it's perfect for showcasi...
Category
Bohemian 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Wood
Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone
Located in Atlanta, GA
A natural malachite rock specimen with striking green and black colors fitted on a wood stand for viewing and meditating. The front of the gemstone features tight and small polished botryoidal form, revealing a beautiful, mottled pattern with intense colors of contrasting green and black. The back is natural with exposed malachite fibers fused in the bedrock. The slab form rock is displayed as a viewing stone on a fitted wood base by an American collector of Chinese scholar rocks. Known as "Peacock Rock" in Chinese, there was a more recent tradition in China (from Qing Dynasty and on) to collect the exotic gemstones such as malachite and turquoise specimen...
Category
American Chinoiserie 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Asian Black Enamel Brass Vase With Mother Of Pearl Flower Inlay
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful Asian brass vase with black enamel finish inlaid with mother of pearl Flowers.
Category
Post-Modern Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Brass
Postmodern Hand Painted and Carved Large Floor Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your space with the Postmodern Hand Painted and Carved Large Floor Vase, a true artistic statement piece. This vase showcases bold colors and abstract designs typical of the ...
Category
American Post-Modern 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Double Gourd "Root" Amber Snuff Bottle, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...
Category
Chinese Qing 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Other
Japanese Glazed Ceramic and Silver Koro Incense Burner Makuzu Kozan
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tri-pod ceramic incense burner (koro) by Japanese Imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916) circa late Meiji to the start of Taisho period (1890-1910s). A fine example of the artist's work belonging to the late part of his underglaze paint phase (started around 1887 until his death), the surface of the koro was painted in beautiful shades of blue to depict a continuous landscape not unlike a traditional ink and watercolor hand scroll. The rise and fall mountains recede and fade into the horizon and are dotted with groves of pines. The sky is painted with a beautiful subtle shade of pink, suggesting a time of sunrise or sunset. The koro is fitted with an ensuite reticulated sterling silver hoya (incense cover), pierced with swirling cloud and marked with "pure silver' in Kanji. The base is signed in underglaze blue "Makuzu Kozan Sei" within a double ring. The piece is beautifully potted in form and the decoration was done with expertise using the novel technique developed by Kozan called Fuki-e (the blow painting), in order to achieve the striking landscape known as "Mountain and Water" with sense of dimensions and gradient, the poetic effects normally conveyed only by sumi ink staining on paper. The piece comes with an unsigned tomobako (wood storage box) of a recent age.
Also known as Miyagawa Kozan (1842–1916), Makuzu Kozan was one of the most established and collected ceramist from Meiji Period. Born as Miyagawa Toranosuke, Kozan established his pottery studio in Yokohama around 1870s and later became one of the appointed artists to the Japanese Imperial household. His work was exhibited in many international fairs that the Meiji government participated at the turn of the century and won many grand prizes. Being one of the most creative ceramists, Kozan started experimenting with new chemical colors from the West in the format of his porcelain glaze around 1880s. New colors allowed him to create underglaze designs that appeared bright, smooth and glossy. He even invented his own receipt of cobalt blue to achieve a much brighter yet softer shade, as evident on this vase. To create landscape that is realistic and dimensional, more common in the western paintings, he was inspired by the native Japanese ink painting technique developed around 1900 by Yokoyama...
Category
Japanese Japonisme Antique 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Silver
Natural Malachite Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A natural malachite boulder on a fitted wood stand displayed as a Chinese scholar stone (Gong Shi), also known as meditation stone. The natural gem specimen displays a wonderful moun...
Category
American Organic Modern 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Malachite
Boho Chic Green & Orange Floral Glazed Clay Floor Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing vintage boho chic glazed clay floor vase. Features a etched exterior with a green orange and blue finish.
Category
20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Clay
Postmodern Black Gloss Vase by Haeger
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Immerse in the allure of postmodern design with this Black Gloss Vase by Haeger. With its captivating gloss finish and angular form, this vase is more than just a container—it's a ...
Category
American Post-Modern 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Bamboo Basket Ikebana by Tanabe Chikuunsai II
Located in Atlanta, GA
A woven bamboo flower Ikebana basket by Tanabe Chikuunsai II (1921-2000) from Showa era (1926-1989), circa 1950-1960s. The ikebana basket takes a vertical square form, the body was e...
Category
Japanese Japonisme 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Vintage Italian Marble Vanity Tray
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing vintage Italian marble vanity tray. Features 4 little golden legs with a rectangular tray.
Category
Italian Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Marble, Metal
Mid Century Modern Brown Spherical Danish Pottery Vase
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible mid Century Modern danish pottery vase. Features a brown and gold coated finish.
Category
Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Pottery
Exquisite Signed Chinese Carved Bamboo Root Brush Pot
Located in Hampstead, QC
This beautifully carved bamboo root brush pot is in excellent condition. No chips on the carving or any of the wood. It has a smooth finish with no ...
Category
Chinese Qing 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Japanese Contemporary Bamboo Basket by Abe Motoshi
By Abe Motoshi
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Japanese Ikebana basket woven by bamboo artist Abe Motoshi (Japanese, b. 1942). In an organic vase form with elegant, curved wall with reinfo...
Category
Japanese Modern 20th Century Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
