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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Large Gilt Bronze Statue of Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara with Four Arms
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely cast bronze statue of Avalokiteshvara in his four-arm form with gilt and polychrome surface. The Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion is worshiped in all Buddhism sect as one ...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
16/17thC Korean Baby Buddha pointing to heaven and earth.
Located in Ukiah, CA
16/17thC Korean Baby Buddha pointing to heaven and earth. It is dated to the 16C. Great condition only condition issue is the loss of one index finger, which is common for this form ...
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Korean Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Terracotta Buddha head, Shan State Kingdom, Burma, 16th/18th century
Located in NICE, FR
Stoneware Buddha head, Shan State Kingdom, Burma, 16th/18th century
Buddha head from a temple facing built entirely of mud bricks during the 16th/18th century. Maravijaya Buddha. Sh...
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Burmese Medieval Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta, Lacquer
Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable pair of large Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) earthenware Imperial roof decorations - ornamental architectural terracotta roof tile beasts.
15th/16th century or earlier, Northern China, most likely Forbidden City, Dongcheng District, Beijing, figural pottery modeled as mythical qilin (foo dog / guardian lion), the crouching beast with legs back and flaming body depicted ready to pounce. Retaining partial remnants of the red wax export seal, indicating they are authentic and were legally exported out of the country.
Dimensions: (approx)
Largest: 18" Tall, 19" Wide, 8" Deep
History:
Chinese roof tiles have been a part of Chinese architecture for over 2,000 years. These unique and beautifully crafted tiles have become an integral part of traditional Chinese culture, and have gained international recognition for their beauty and cultural significance. In this article, we will explore the different types of Chinese roof tiles, their construction, cultural significance, preservation and restoration techniques, and modern uses.
Chinese imperial roof decorations or roof charms or roof-figures (Chinese: 檐獸/檐兽; pinyin: yán shòu) or "walking beasts" (Chinese: 走獸/走兽; pinyin: zǒu shòu) or "crouching beasts" (Chinese: 蹲獸/蹲兽; pinyin: Dūn shòu) were statutes placed along the ridge line of official buildings of the Chinese empire. Only official buildings (palaces, government buildings, and some temples) were permitted to use such roof decorations.
Occasionally arranged in an outward marching procession with various different examples, the number and type indicating the importance of the duties performed within the building or within the courtyard protected by a gate. With a maximum number of nine, the mythical beast was one of the highest in rank, thus modeled set to pounce upon the man and lower ranking creatures, ready to devour them should they stray from performing their duties with faithfulness and rectitude
The Design and Construction of Chinese Roofs:
The roof design is an important aspect of Chinese architecture, with each component of the roof playing a specific role. Chinese roof tiles fit into the overall design of the roof and are placed on top of wooden supports called purlins. The interlocking system of Chinese roof tiles ensures that they stay in place and prevent leaks. Ridge tiles...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
Special Antique Reclining Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: marble
37 cm high
97,3 cm long and 13 cm deep
Shan (Tai Yai) style
Originating from Burma
Late 18th / early 19th century
Still in perfect condition, very special !!.
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
17thC or earlier Tibetan Buddhist Portrait Statue of a Monk in copper.-Animated
Located in Ukiah, CA
Remarkable 17thC or earlier Tibetan Buddhist Portrait Statue of a Monk in copper. Some damage to the back of the base in the spot where a hand would naturally apply pressure when hol...
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Tibetan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Tibetan Ceremonial Sash with Thirteen Ornamental Bronze Heads, 18th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A spectacular and truly unique work made from embroidered fabric with 13 ornamental metal (likely copper) heads representing various Tibetan figures attached (these heads appear to be from the khatvanga ritual staff - the Buddhist ceremonial staff...
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Tibetan Tibetan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
Provenance: Private Old Australian Collection Acquired in Beijing Market in 1980s.
Description:
The cavity in...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
$560 Sale Price
60% Off
Antique U-Thong Buddha from Thailand
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
19 cm high
Very special !!
Bhumisparsha mudra
Originating from Thailand
13th Century
With traces of the original 24 krt. gilding.
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Thai Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
10-12th century Special antique marble figure of a Jain Tīrthaṅkara from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This special antique marble figure of a Jain Tīrthaṅkara, dating back to the 10th-12th century, is a rare and highly valuable piece of Jain art. Expertly craf...
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Indian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Court Official Statuette, Original Polychromy
Located in Yonkers, NY
A petite Chinese Ming dynasty green glazed terracotta court official figurine from the 15th or 16th century, with original polychromy. Attracting our eye with its vibrant polychromy,...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Very special - large antique wooden Bagan Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood
199 cm high
43 cm wide and 30 cm deep
The height is measured including the 7,5 cm high base
Bagan style
Originating from Burma
13-14th century - original from the Bag...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Rare Antique Statue of a Chinese Child Performing Tai Chi
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Rare Japanese antique statue of a Chinese child performing Tai chi capturing the pose in motion. Middle Edo period, circa 1750. Made from polychrome on carved ...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cypress
$2,880 Sale Price
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A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
Provenance: Private Old Australian Collection Acquired in Beijing Market in 1980s.
Description:
The cavity in the back...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
$575 Sale Price
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18th century Special antique Tibetan Buddha statue from Tibet
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Introducing this special antique Tibetan Buddha statue, an exquisite 18th-century artifact that embodies the spiritual and artistic traditions of...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Copper
Pair of Qing Dynasty Hand-Carved Wooden Temple Corbels with Deer Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty hand-carved wooden temple corbels from the 18th or 19th century with deer and their young. Originally part of a temple wa...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Architectural Hand Carved Wood Temple Fragment
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique architectural carved wood temple truss fragment from Rajasthan India.
Large and heavy wood hand carved fragment architectural temple fragment ...
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Indian Anglo Raj Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Special Large Antique Shan Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: lacquerware
75,1 cm high
49,5 cm wide and 29,8 cm deep
Weight: 6.05 kgs
Gilded with 24 krt. gold
Shan (Tai Yai) style
Bhumisparsha mudra
Originating from Burma
18t...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
$11,460 / item
Small Burmese Shan Tai Yai Bronze Buddha, 18th Century, Burma
Located in Austin, TX
A decidedly charming small cast bronze figure of the Buddha, 18th century, Shan Tai Yai peoples, Burma (Myanmar).
The small image of the Buddha is portraye...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Shan (Tai Yai) Jambupati Buddha Image
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Shan (Tai Yai) Jambupati Buddha Image, wood, lacquer and gold leaf, Konbaung Empire (1752-1885)
A crowned style that displays Northern Thai iconography merged with the aesthetic of Burmese rule in the region. The figure is depicted in the popular Theravada seated position of padmasana, (interlocking legs position) and the hand mudra in bhumisparsa (earth touching) wherein the feet are souls up, the fingers of the right hand extend beyond the right shin and the left hand palm up resting above the lap. Remnants of the leaf-like kirita crown remain. The image is dressed in Burmese royal costume with thayo rolled lacquer relief decoration modeled into cuffs, epaulettes, knee pads and a detailed “U” shaped necklace covering the chest. There is also a lappet of clothing between the legs draping down toward the base. The figure is seated upon a tall and waisted throne pedestal having rows of lotus petal grooves on the diagonal portions . The base and body are carved from one solid piece of hard wood. All covered in black lacquer with thayo lacquer details, red pigment for the lips and gold leaf overall.
The Jambupati style Buddha illustrates the tale of the Buddha’s life when he came across the arrogant King Jambupati, a king who terrorized his subjects and who lacked humility and compassion for his people. The Buddha on meeting the King asked that he forsake his evil ways and instead practice kindness to his fellow man. Ignoring the Buddha’s request, the King continued to terrorize the people. The Buddha then in his efforts to change the King of his evil ways, one day magically appeared to him in resplendent royal attire. King Jambupati was in awe of the Buddha’s appearance prostrated himself in obeisance and from that day onward accepted the Buddhist precepts. In Southeast Asian countries like Burma, where rulers have very high if not semi-divine status, tales of this type, reinforced the need for the leader to worship the Buddha, the King of Kings.
Condition: Heavy deterioration of the underside of the base as well as the interior portion of the crown, other losses include crown flanges, the crown spire, earrings, the tip of the left thumb, one base corner edge, rolled lacquer losses and general wear of the gold leaf surface, all commensurate with age and wear.
Measuring: 22.25 in. high x 8.75 in. wide x 7.75 in. deep(56.5cm x 22.2cm x 29.7cm).
Weight: 10.8 lbs.
Age: Late 18th century.
Provenance: Lark...
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Burmese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gold Leaf
12th Century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Terracotta
Material: wood
20,5 cm high
15 cm wide and 9 cm deep
Weight: 1.318 kgs
Bagan style
Originating from Burma
12th century - original from the Pagan period
...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
15thC Thai Lacquered and Gilded Stone Head, 6597
Located in Ukiah, CA
Larger than life 15thC Thai lacquered and gilded stone head. Previous owner purchased in New York in the 1960s from a Manhattan antique dealer, thou...
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Thai Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Important Ancient Chinese Effigy Pug Dog, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644
Located in South Burlington, VT
China, a carving of a canine “Pug”, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 CE
Dimensions: 38 cm, 15” High
Photographs taken indoors and out of doors for your viewing pleasure.
The hand carved limestone beast shown on its haunches with naturalistic joyful expression and a well defined compact head, ears, noes, eyes, feet, and tail parted to one side on reverse with distinctive collar ornament seated four square on a thick base all-over showing a weathered surface from significant age.
Formerly exhibited “Asia Week” New York City, Fuller Building, Hutton Gallery 2006.
Provenance: ex collection luoyang, Henan Province, China.
Includes custom display base as shown
Catalog reference: 35 years collecting 35 treasures, Number 35, p.76 (photo)
In ancient China, it is a well-known fact that several types of small dogs were bred and were favored pet gifts between emperors and kings including Lion Dogs, Pekingese and Lo-sze breeds. Some Lo-sze are pictured wearing collars with bells a frequent combination fancied by European royalty of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Lo-sze or pugs were prized for their compact body, good bones, flat face, square jaw, short coat, curled tail, side set back ears, and temperate disposition.
History:
Placing stone animals in important tombs can be traced back at least to the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BCE), some two thousand years ago. In ancient times, stone animals and human figures placed before imperial tombs symbolized royal power and privilege in addition to decorative functions.
The first Ming tomb...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
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Limestone
$6,800 Sale Price
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18thC or Earlier Tibet Bronze Buddhist Monk, Best Qulity, Authentic - 7711
Located in Ukiah, CA
Antique Tibetan Monk- Quality casting- 18thC or earlier. 5.25 inches tall and HEAVY, 6 5/8 inches tall on a custom stand. Very well cast. Came from a very impressive New York collect...
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Asian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Han Dynasty, Antique Chinese Pottery Attendant Figurine
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Chinese pottery attendant figurine.
Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220
Size: Height 22 C.M. / Width 12 C.M.
Condition: Well-preserved old burial condition overall.
100% s...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
$1,800 Sale Price
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17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base.
Age: Burma, Shan Period, 17th Century
Size: Height ...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$2,560 Sale Price
20% Off
18th century Special antique bronze Burmese Shan Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Special antique bronze Burmese Shan Buddha
Material : bronze
62 cm high
18,6 cm wide and 18,3 cm deep
Shan (Tai Yai) style
Vitarka mudra
18th century
With inscriptions in the base, p...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
18th Century Hand-Carved Jichi Wood Guanyin Figure
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful sculpture realized in China in the 18th century depicts Guanyin, a Bodhisattva associated with compassion. The female form holds a pot in her hands. She appears draped...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
Indian Terracotta Sculpted Head Gupta Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fragment of Terracotta statue displayed on wood block stand from ancient Indian continent dated to the Gupta period (4th-6th century). The head of the...
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Indian Archaistic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta, Wood
Special Antique Bronze Shan Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
43,5 cm high
17,4 cm wide and 11,8 cm deep
Weight: 6.644 kgs
Shan (Tai Yai) style
Bhumisparsha mudra
Originating from Burma
18th century
With inscriptions on the backside of the base, probably the name of the donor of the Buddha
A very special Buddha...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Early 15th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This 15th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue
is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 27 cm high, 19,8 cm wide, and 11.3 cm deep, it is made of...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Special Antique Bronze Pyu Buddha from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
Measures: 19 cm high
Weight: 1.45 kgs
Pyu style
Bhumisparsha mudra
Originating from Burma
8th century
With few traces of 24 krt. gilding
With a very nice an...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$30,910 / item
A Very Rare and Large Bouddha , Lao 17th Century. Luang Prabang Style .
Located in PARIS, FR
A Very Rare and Large Bouddha , Lao 17th Century. Luang Prabang Style .
Abhaya Mudra has its roots in ancient Indian spiritual traditions and is widespread in Buddhism and Hinduism....
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Laotian Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Boxwood netsuke representing a ducthman with child and a trumpet
Located in PARIS, FR
Wooden netsuke of a standing Dutchman figure with his mouth open, leaning forward. He is wearing a long curly wig, a ruff and a long coat tied at the waist. In his right hand, the ma...
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Japanese Japonisme Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Boxwood
18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Crowned Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden seated crowned Buddha, or sometimes known as 'King Buddha', wearing diadem-crowns and ornaments of kings instead of ordinary monk's robes.
Age: Burma, Shan Period, ...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
$1,072 Sale Price
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Burmese Pyu/Mon Buddhist Monk, 7968
Located in Ukiah, CA
Very early Burmese Pyu/Mon Buddhist Monk. Sits 2 7/8 inches tall, height on custom stand is 4 inches. Hard to date, but at least 800 old, and possibly o...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Very special bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
78,5 cm high
53 cm wide and 37 cm deep
Weight: 40.75 kgs
With light traces of 24 krt. gold
Ava style
Bhumisparsha mudra
Originating from Burma
17th century
Buddha s...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Bronze Ava Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique bronze Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 36 cm high, 18 cm wide and 12 cm deep, it is made of bronze and it weighs 2.484 kgs. Th...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
A huge 18th-19th c. marble Buddha head
Located in PARIS, FR
Large head (height 40) of Buddha in marble with traces of polychromy, half-closed eyes, surmounted by the Usnisha cranial protuberance, painted in black lacquer (wear).
The base of ...
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Burmese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Japanese 14/15thC Wood "Baby Buddha" Pointing Toward Heaven and Earth, 5561
Located in Ukiah, CA
This is an extraordinary and very early "baby Buddha" pointing toward heaven and earth as witness to his birth. In amazing condition for 600+-year-old wood...
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Japanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
$3,500 Sale Price
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Dragon "Mythical Beast" Sandstone Relief
Located in Kastrup, DK
400 - 600 Year old charming and artistic sandstone relief. Dragon "mythical beast" which is a symbol of wisdom.
From Buddha temple in Arakan, Burma....
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Burmese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
Antique Burmese Sandstone Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Sandstone
Material: wood
60,2 cm high
32,3 cm wide and 19,7 cm deep
Weight: 26.35 kgs
With traces of 24 krt. gold
Ava style
Bhumisparsha mudra
Originating from Bur...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
$5,034 / item
Han Dynasty Statue of Standing Guardian, Oxford TL Test Certificate
Located in Greenwich, CT
An elegant statue of standing guardian, benevolent facial expression, fine details, Han dynasty 206BC-220AD. Come with Oxford TL test certificate.
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Chinese Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
400 - 600 Year Old Burmese Carved Sandstone Calf Sculpture
Located in Kastrup, DK
400 - 600 year old Burmese carved sandstone sculpture.
Calf standing under the mother. From Buddha temple or Hindu temple in Burma. Untouche...
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Burmese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
Antique 17th C Dehua Blanc de Chine Miniature Chinese Opera Theater figure
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Shunzhi or Kangxi Blanc de Chine Porcelain
Blanc de Chine Statues like these were made in the kilns of Dehua in Fujian province.
These are rare examples!
Provenance: From the co...
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Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Ancient Stone Male Figure, 206 BC-220 AD
Located in South Burlington, VT
China, a rare hand carved stone male figure from the Han dynasty (206 BCE-220 CE).
Dimensions: 16 inches tall on its custom stand and and 6 inches wide
Condition: old patina wi...
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Chinese Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
$2,800 Sale Price
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18th Century, Shan, Antique Tai Lue Burmese Wooden Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Tai Lue Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base, with gilded gold.
Tai Lue is a group of tribal people living in Burma. It is...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
$1,200 Sale Price
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Superb Example Antique Japanese Gilded Statue of a Shinto God, Momoyama Period
Located in Prahran, Victoria
A Japanese statue of a Shinto god from the Momoyama period. Hand carved from wood with a layer of gesso and hand painted flowing robes with delicately wroug...
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Japanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gesso, Wood
1st Century BC Group of 4 Terracotta Animals from Indus Valley
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a STUNNING piece of Southeast Asian Antiquity, namely, a Group of 4 Terracotta Animals from the First Century B.C to First Century A.D.
These pieces has impeccable Provenance!
They were purchased by a Private Dallas Collector at Christie’s New York Auction on 16th September 2008. Sale Number 2024, Lot No. 360.
Christie’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September.
The Auction was titled: “Indian and Southeast Asian Art”.
The sculptures were described as: “ Lot 360 = Property from the Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul E. Manheim – A group of four terracotta animals – Indus Valley, Shunga Period...
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Indian Archaistic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Chinese Stoneware Funeral Shrine Model and Figure Ming Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stoneware shrine model with a figurine made in Ming dynasty (15th-17th century) in China and used as funeral burial objects. It is not known whether the two objects were originally associated, but they display similar glaze and oxidation and were in the same collection. The stoneware building is an architectural rendering of a typical ancestor shrine used at the time. It features a single room behind an elaborate front with double doors, under a multiple layered eaves. There are great architectural and decorative details throughout. The green glaze shows a wonderful silvery oxidation, an indication that the piece was buried in the ground. The side appears to be glazed lightly originally and some scrape marks and oxidized glaze residues remains. The back is unglazed. The figure is a typical tomb figurine...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
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Stoneware
Large 18th century Thai gilt bronze seated figure of Buddha Shakyamuni
Located in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Large 18th century Thai gilt bronze seated figure of Buddha Shakyamuni
Seated in dhyanasana with hands in Bhumisparsha mudra wearing a sanghati drap...
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Thai Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
18th century Antique wooden temple fragment of a Horse head from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique wooden temple fragment of a Horse head
Material : wood
46,5 cm high
14,3 cm wide and 18 cm deep
18th century
Weight: 3,77 kgs
Originating from India
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Indian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
2nd Century Indian Red Sandstone Fragment of a Woman
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a stunning little piece of Southeast Asian Indian Antiquity, namely, a Double-sided 2nd Century Red Sandstone Fragment of a Woman.
From India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura.
This piece has impeccable Provenance !
It was purchased by a Private Dallas Collector at Christie’s New York Auction on 31st March 2005. Sale Number 1492, Lot No. 43.
Christie’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September.
The sculpture was described as “Property of a European Estate. A Double-sided Red Sandstone Fragment of a Woman. India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura, Circa 2nd Century.”
“Both sides similarly depicting the lower body with a flared sash at left and remains of chained belt: marked with an accession number 1931 on reverse. 8 in (29.2 cm.) high”
Provenance: Collection of Prince and Princess Aschwin zur Lippe-Biesterfeld, acquired on 1958?.
It carried an Auction estimate of USD 3,000 to USD 5,000 and Sold for USD 2,880 (not including Buyers Premium).
Allowing for inflation alone this would be over $6,300 in today’s value.
It has substantially increased in value over the years as a RARE piece from a prestigious Collection and a RARE piece of antique Asian antiquity...
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Indian Medieval Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
Japanese Wood Carved Polychrome Sculpture of a Seated Temple Monk, Edo Period
Located in Studio City, CA
This is truly a wonderful piece with clear age and a nice patina to it. Very unique. We have not seen another quite like it. The monk appears to have glass eyes which gives his expression a very humanistic feel. The head is removable (please see the last image).
From a collection of Japanese arts and artifacts. Most likely dates back to the Edo period.
Would make for a nice addition to any Japanese or Asian artifacts...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
400-600 Year Old Burmese Sandstone Stupa Pagoda Sculpture
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare stupa sculpture, 400-600 years old, carved in sandstone. In original untouched, well-preserved condition. From Arakan in Burma.
Typical stupa construction with square base, hemispherical dome and conical spire.
At the base a portal door...
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Burmese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
16th Century, Ava, Antique Burmese Wood Carving Panel with Flower
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wood carving panel with flower (found from the city 200 KM away from Pagan or Bagan).
Age: Burma, Ava Period, 16th Century
Size: Height 104...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
$2,136 Sale Price
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Antique Granite Statue from Jain Temple from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Granite
Material: wood
53,5 cm high
19,8 cm wide and 13,5 cm deep
Weight: 12.9 kgs
The height is measured including the stand. Just the granite figure is 39 cm high
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Indian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
$3,085 / item
China Antique Pair "Spirit Path" Horse Sculptures, Ming Dynasty 500 Years Old
Located in South Burlington, VT
China, a monumental pair (2) of 500 year old lime stone “Spirit Path” Equine horse head sculptures.
Ming dynasty, (1368-1644 CE).
A pair of near life size and robust head sections with fine, wavy combed manes, well defined mouths, ears, nostrils, and ornamental bridles, all carved in a medium to dark gray limestone with considerable weathering to surfaces. The smaller head with a later inscription on bottom and signed “Zhuang”.
Formerly exhibited “Treasures from Asia”, Shelburne Vermont, Shelburne Art Center, 2006. Originally found in the vicinity of the village of Chuan near Luoyang City, Henan Provance, China.
Each mounted on a custom iron display stand.
Dimensions:
A the smaller 32.5cm, 13” high and 62.5cm, 25” in length and with display stand, 60cm, 24” high;
b the larger 37.5cm, 15” high and 67.5cm, 27” in length and with display stand
65cm, 26” high.
Please view additional photographs from our Chinese antiquities catalog 35 Years Collecting 35 Treasures, page 60.
History:
Placing stone animals and human figures along spirit paths in front of important tombs can be traced back at least to the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BCE), some two thousand years ago. In ancient times, stone animals and human figures placed before imperial tombs symbolized royal power and
privilege in addition to decorative functions. Life size “spirit path” stone horse sculptures are known and can be viewed from Ming dynasty tombs including thirteen imperial tombs of the Ming Dynasty scattered over an area of forty square kilometers in Changping District to the northwest of Beijing.
The first Ming tomb...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
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Limestone
$19,200 Sale Price
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18th century Antique Burmese sandstone Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Unearth the spiritual grandeur of this Antique Burmese sandstone Buddha statue, an 18th-century masterpiece from Burma (Myanmar) that embodies the sacred artistry and cultural legacy...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
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Sandstone
15th Century Japanese Bronze Baby Buddha, Large, Refined and Graceful-Special!
Located in Ukiah, CA
Baby Buddha- represents the Buddha right after his birth pointing toward Heaven and Earth so they can witness his first steps. Twenty years ago I had a near identical Japanese Baby Buddha. This one has a finer patina and may be more finely cast, but is extremely similar in almost every way. It was made in the same workshop, probably by the same hand. Fortunately, the other one had an inscription on it (this one does not, but is almost certainly the same age as the other one plus or minus 30 years). The woman I mentored at the time was able to read Japanese- she translated the year to late 15th century Japan...
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Japanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings
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Bronze
$13,200 Sale Price
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