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Technique: Hand-Crafted
Set of 3 Japanese Inro Pill Boxes
Located in Munich, DE
These three antique handcrafted inro cases, are a wonderful collection of Japanese Sagemono (hanging object). These inro have several sections stacked ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bone, Wood, Bamboo
Japanese Big Old Frog Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japan Acquisitions- an old critter and friend
Japan, this larger scale handsome quality old "Frog" motif tea lantern is a good find and an authentic old work of art....
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Big Antique Brilliant Blue And White Gold Fish Bowl
Located in South Burlington, VT
An amazing and glistening blue and white glazed "Koi" ceramic bowl crafted during the Meji period .
Beautiful white flowers are revealed in under glaze cream and blue colors.
Fine...
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Old Vintage Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent garden acquisitions- a happy pair with original box #2
Japan, this handsome pair (2) of quality vintage iron Halloween happy Jack-O-Lanterns with their friendly bi...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Jade statue, goddess Guanyin with lotus flower, China, 18th-19th century
Located in Monza, IT
Jade statue, goddess Guanyin with lotus flower, China, 18th-19th century
Refined ancient jade, depicting the goddess Guanyin with a lotus flower in her hand.
Good condition, as shown...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Japanese Three Antique Gilt Pipes Kiseru Rare Find From Kyoto
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare find from our Japan.
This is a unique offer of a cache of three (3) Japanese smoothly textured kiseru smoking pipes from the early 20th century, Meiji period (circa 1910). These kiseru are crafted in three separate sections, each with a gilt central section. They have an aged patina from over a century of age, with signature labels.
A kiseru (煙管) is a Japanese smoking...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Japanese Large Old Hand Crafted Copper Crane Origami Sculpture 1950s, Unique
Located in South Burlington, VT
First we have seen- likely unique
Rare Japanese Large Old Original Hand Crafted Copper Crane Origami Art Sculpture 1950s
Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor dis...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Copper
Pair of Very Refined Tang Dynasty Pottery Statue of Guardians, Oxford TL Tested
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of very refined standing pottery statue of guardians, dramatic facial expression, beautiful detail, early Tang dynasty 618-907, come with one Oxford authentication TL test cer...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Cast Bronze Buddha Head on Stand 19th C.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Southeast Asian cast bronze buddha head sculpture with verdigris patina mounted on a black base wood stand.
Bronze Sukhothai style Buddha bronze head with green patina, from ...
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Late 19th Century Thai Tibetan Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Small Antique Bronze Buddha Head Sculpture with Verdigris on Stand
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Small antique Southeast Asian cast bronze buddha head sculpture with verdigris patina mounted on a black base wood stand.
Bronze Sukhothai style Buddha bronze head with green patina,...
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Late 19th Century Thai Tibetan Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Cast Bronze Buddha Head Sculpture with Verdigris 19th C.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Southeast Asian cast bronze buddha head sculpture with verdigris patina mounted on a ebonized wood base.
Bronze Sukhothai style Buddha bronze head with green patina, from Nor...
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Late 20th Century Thai Tibetan Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
A pair of 1950s Chinese Hand-Craved Buffalo Horns on Huanghuali Bases
Located in Glasgow, GB
A pair of decorative Chinese water buffalo horns, hand-crafted in China around the 1950s. Each horn has been intricately hand-etched with a highl...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bone
Rajasthani Pietra Dura Granite Table Top With Semi-precious Stones Inlay
Located in Islamabad, PK
In India, the art of Pietra Dura is known as Parchin Kari and is most famously associated with the Taj Mahal in Agra. This intricate technique was introduced to India by the Mughals ...
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Late 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Granite
Antique Chinese Carved Celadon axe shaped Jade Pendant, 19th C.
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Carved Celadon axe shaped Jade Pendant, 19th Century.
-Dimensions and Density-
Jade:
Width: 1.5"
Depth: 0.2"
Height:2.5"
Weight: 31 grams
Volume: 11 cm³
Densit...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain Celadon Jade Pendant "Flanking Dragons", 19th C.
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain Light Celadon Jade Pendant "Flanking Dragons", 19th Century.
-Dimensions and Density-
Jade:
Width: 2"
Depth: 2.5"
Height:0.25"
Weight: 57 grams
Vo...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain Light Celadon Jade " Archer's Ring", 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain Light Celadon Jade " Archer's Ring", 19th Century. Good use of russet skin coloring, 19th-century.
-Dimensions and Density-
Jade:
Width: 1.125"
Depth:...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Gaia II Neon Wall Lamp Sconce Sculptural Limited Edition
Located in Etiler, 34
Naz Yologlu, an Istanbul-based architect and designer, is renowned for her emotional and exclusive collectible furniture that merges diverse cultural relics, stories, and states of b...
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2010s Turkish Organic Modern Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble, Stainless Steel
Prima Materia Bench Sculptural Hand Carved Exclusive Designer Made
Located in Etiler, 34
Naz Yologlu, an Istanbul-based architect and designer, is renowned for her emotional and exclusive collectible furniture that merges diverse cultural relics, stories, and states of b...
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2010s Turkish Organic Modern Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Divenire Wall Sculpture in Marble Onyx Hand Carved with lighting
Located in Etiler, 34
Divenire is a sculptural piece that explores the fluid journey of time and self-reinvention. The flowing onyx marble on a circular stainless steel base symbolizes the cyclical nature...
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2010s Turkish Organic Modern Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Stainless Steel
Ictu Oculi Marble Sculptural Low Table Limited Edition Hand Made
Located in Etiler, 34
Naz Yologlu, an Istanbul-based architect and designer, is renowned for her emotional and exclusive collectible furniture that merges diverse cultural relics, stories, and states of b...
Category
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
JAPAN 1890 Shibayama Cards Holder In Carved Ivory With Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
Japanese Shibayama cards case holder.
This is a lovely late 19th century Imperial Japan Ivory, Gold lacquer and Shibayama cards case. Created during the the Meiji period (1868-1912)...
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1890s Japanese Meiji Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Japanese Fine Old Flying Fish Hood Ornament
Located in South Burlington, VT
Excellent collector condition.
Coming from an old collection of Japanese sculptures, this energetic and impressive hand cast flying fish ornament was likely used as a potential model for an automotive hood ornament...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Wood Chinese Zodiac Turtle Compass Figurine with Inlay 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Chinese Zodiac Turtle Compass Figurine, A Unique Blend of Art and Function.
Discover the charm of traditional craftsmanship with this exquisite vintage turtle figurine from the 1970s. Handcrafted in China, this piece is not just a decorative item but a functional compass, elegantly encased in a beautifully carved wooden turtle shell.
Key Features:
* Intricate Design: This vintage turtle is meticulously carved from wood and adorned with resin( faux bone) inlays featuring the Chinese zodiac animals...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinois green Bi Celadon Disc Sculpture, Mineral and forging
By Dynasty Transorient
Located in Valladolid, ES
Celadon Bi Disc Sculpture, Mineral and Forging, 20th century – China
Exquisite and sophisticated Bi disc made in the early 20th century in China. It is an extraordinary disc carved ...
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1940s Chinese Qing Vintage Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone, Wrought Iron
24K Gold Filled Chinese Sakyamuni Buddha Figure Statue
Located in Danville, CA
24K Gold Filled Chinese Sakyramuni Buddha Figure Statue
Here is a fine and heavy 24K gold filled Buddha statue. It's in excellent condition with nearly no wear and tear. It sits 2-1...
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1980s Chinese Vintage Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gold
Japanese Hook Nose Owl Folk Art Lantern Censer
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard to find whimsical Owl "Hook Nose" Censer Lantern, signed Japan.
This handsome Japanese quality "Hook Nose" Owl" lantern is a special find and authentic work of art. It's un...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Pale Green Hardstone & Brass Lamp Finial - China - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage hand carved pale green hardstone and brass lamp finial - large size - featuring a Chinese 'junk boat' in profile carved with wan symbols sign...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Monkey Group Sculpture Okimono Shosai
Located in Newark, England
Featuring Seven Japanese Macaques
Form our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese Bronze Monkey Group by Shosai. The Japanese Bronze Group displaying a male father monkey and his infants playing around and being mischievous with Persimmon fruit. The monkeys modelled as Japanese macaque monkeys (snow monkey). The bronze okimono is beautifully patinated with a highly lifelike and naturalistic casting signed to the underside Shosai 正齊鋳. The Bronze group dates to the Meiji Period (1868-1912) circa 1885.
Japanese macaque (snow monkey) is a terrestrial Old World monkey species that is native to Japan. They are known as snow monkeys because some live in areas where snow covers the ground for long periods each year hence their nickname. No other non-human primate lives further north or in a colder climate than the snow monkey. Individuals have brownish grey fur, pinkish-red faces, and short tails. Two subspecies are known and their conservation Status is of least concern. In Japan, the species is known as Nihonzaru ニホンザル, 日本 (Japan/Nihon) and saru 猿 (monkey) to distinguish it from other primates, but the Japanese macaque is the only species of monkey in Japan.
The Japanese macaque features heavily in the religion, folklore, and art of Japan, as well as in proverbs and idiomatic expressions in the Japanese language. They are often seen in paintings, block prints and represented in all manner of carvings from Okimono to netsuke. Many of these art forms reside in the world’s most famous museums and collections, some of the most prominent pieces by artists such as Mori Sosen and Kawanabe Kyosai. In Shinto belief (Japan’s indigenous religion/nature religion) legendary mythical beasts known as raiju sometimes appeared as monkeys and kept Raijin (the god of lightning/storms) company. In another well known tale the three wise monkeys who warn people to “see no evil, hear no evil and speak no evil” can be seen depicted in relief over the door of the famous Tosho-gu shrine in Nikko.
Meiji Period was an era of Japanese history that spanned from 1868 to 1912. It was the first half of the Empire of Japan, when the Japanese people began to build a paradigm of a modern, industrialised nation state and emergent great power, influenced by Western countries and aesthetics. As a result of radically different ideas, the changes to Japan were profound and it affected the social structure, politics, economy, military, and foreign relations across the board. The period corresponded to the reign of Emperor Meiji and was preceded by the Keio era and was succeeded by the Taisho era.
Cultural Art during the Meiji Period was of particular interest to the government and they overhauled the art export market which in turn promoted Japanese arts via various world’s fairs, beginning in Vienna at the world fair in 1873. The government heavily funded the fairs and took an active role organising how Japan’s culture was presented to the world including creating a semi-public company named Kiritsu Kosho Kaisha (First Industrial Manufacturing Company). The Kiritsu Kosho Kaisha was used to promote and commercialise exports of Japanese art and established the Hakurankai Jimukyoku (Exhibition Bureau) to maintain quality standards. For the 1876 Centennial International Exhibition in Philadelphia, the Japanese government created a Centennial Office and sent a special envoy to secure space for the 30,000 items that would be displayed. The Imperial Household also took an active interest in arts and crafts, commissioning works by select artists to be given as gifts for foreign dignitaries further emphasising the high quality and importance of Japanese art. Just before the end of the 19th century in 1890, the Teishitsu Gigeiin (Artist to the Imperial Household) system was created to recognise distinguished artists. These artists were selected for their exceptionally high quality wares and talent in their own industry. Over a period of 54 years Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
A Chinese hand carved agate hardstone figure group on stand circa 1930
Located in Central England, GB
This amazing Chinese carving has been cut from a single large boulder grey agate hardstone which has some brown and black veins and inclusions which the artist carver had cleverly us...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Agate
Antique Southeast Asian Burmese Jeweled Carved Qilin Foo Lion Figure Statue Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A near pair of antique Southeast Asian Burmese jeweled parcel gilt wooden temple guardian figure carvings. circa 1900
Hand carved in Burma (present day Myanmar) in the late 19th / e...
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Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cut Glass, Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer
Japanese Tall Orchid Flower Garden Lantern Beautiful Original Blue Paint
Located in South Burlington, VT
A rare find in original and handsome old blue paint, this tall sturdy old "Orchid Flowers & Vines" tea garden lantern was cast in a convenient yet substantial portable size.
May be ...
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20th Century Japanese Showa Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Tall Carved Wood and Gilt Standing Serene Temple Shrine Thai Siam Asian Buddha
Located in Studio City, CA
A well-carved and detailed carved wood temple shrine standing Buddha on a custom display stand. Decorated with golden gilt. Likely Northern Thai or lower Burma/Burmese.
This parti...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Asian Thai Angel Figures of Musicians Wood Sculptures
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of 2 antique Asian Thai figures of Siamese musicians, nicely hand-carved in wood.
Large heavy Asian gilt wood sculptures depicting Burmese Thai angel...
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Early 20th Century Thai Folk Art Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Master Crafted Full Size Red Torii Garden Gate
Located in South Burlington, VT
Here’s what one of our customer says:
“Your workmanship is superb.”
Japanese Torii gate - Custom Made for your garden.
Master crafted design wit...
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2010s American Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Pine
Bouddha Head, Terracotta, Burma or Thailand, late 19th century
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful Buddha head in gold-lacquered terra cotta with traces of polychromy, eyes half closed.
At the top of the fine curls, the ushnisha from which a flaming rasmi (stylized here)...
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Late 19th Century Thai Other Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Monumental Antique Chinese Ancestral Shrine
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) architectural ancestral shrine.
19th century, China, exceptionally executed in traditional ancient Chinese architecture timber-frame temple hall form, exquisitely hand-crafted and heavily carved with intricate details on the sloped roof and throughout the frame, elaborately decorated layered front with Dougong interlocking wooden brackets over ornate relief carvings and latticework, partial raised gallery fenced entry, retaining some signs of faded gilt decor and lacquer throughout the structure. Large architectural model ancestor shrines were important religious items throughout Asian countries. Red wax export seal on the roof indicates it's authentic and was legally exported.
Dimensions: (approx)
55" Tall, 37.5" Wide, 26" Deep;
Visible Interior/Altar: 25" x 25" x 10"
Provenance / Acquisition:
A private Gentleman's Dallas, Texas fine art and antiques collection
Acquired from Dallas Auction Gallery, Dallas, Texas. Owned and curated by Reyne Hirsch, a media personality and expert in 20th century decorative arts. She's was a top appraiser for Antiques Roadshow...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Edo Wood Noh Theater Omi-Onna Ko-Omote Koomote Mask, 1700s
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly beautiful, wonderfully aged, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theater. The naturally faded beauty and unique character drew us to this mask immediately.
The mask is hand...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Carved Soap Stone Sculpture of a Wise Ancient with Dragon
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A finely carved soap stone sculpture of a wise ancient with a dragon on his shoulder standing on a braun soap stone base. In fine original conditi...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Antique Burmese Carved Gilt Wood Glass Jeweled Manussiha Figure Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A whimsical near pair of antique Burmese Mandalay crowned and jeweled parcel gilt wooden mythical Manuthiha figures.
Hand-carved in Burma (present day Myanmar) in the late 19th / ea...
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Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Japan Huge Antique Champleve Floral Bronze Orb Lantern, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
First we've seen this magnificent size
Japan, a fine antique hand cast bronze round lantern with unique "champleve” enameled floral leaves and tree branches - an orb with exquisite details from the 19th century. It is one of the finest lanterns...
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
19c Chinese HandCarved Walnut Wood And Mother Of Perl Architectural Element
Located in Delray Beach, FL
One of a kind wall hanging made of solid wood with beautifully inlaid of mother of perl , Chinese garden ,animals and birds motifs imbedded in the wood . This panel originally was a ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
19c Chinese HandCarved Walnut Wood And Mother Of Perl Architectural Element
Located in Delray Beach, FL
One of a kind wall hanging made of solid wood with beautifully inlaid of mother of perl , Chinese garden ,animals and birds motifs imbedded in the wood . This panel originally was a ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Antique A Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Figure on Hardwood Stand, 18th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A SINO-TIBETAN GILT BRONZE FIGURE ON HARDWOOD STAND, heavily composing a finely sculpted gilt bronze figure of a deity resting on a horse with chased detailing and turquoise and cor...
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19th Century Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Ancient statue, buddha late 19th early 20th century, south east Asia
Located in Monza, IT
Elegant statue of Buddha in meditation, originating from South East Asia, dating back to the late 1800s and early 1900s, it is made with an internal structure that acts as a base for...
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1890s Thai Qing Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Hand-Carved White Alabaster Figure of Guanyin, China, Early 20th Century
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This exquisite figure of Guanyin from early 20th century is masterfully carved from a single piece of pure, delicate white alabaster. The alabaster, known for its firm yet warm quali...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Alabaster
Mid Century Bronze Casing Embossed Bataille Scene
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible Mid Century bronze representation casing scene of the Balawat gate, which hails from Balawat (also known as Imgur-Enlil) in northern Mesopotamia, Iraq, and dates back to t...
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1960s Croatian Empire Vintage Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Massive Bronze Peace Bell 45 Inches Tall
Located in South Burlington, VT
Massive Japanese Bronze Bell Inscribed and dedicated to peace and humanity, 1947.
At the top, the handle (ryûzu) is crafted in the form of two mirrored dragon heads.
Around the uppe...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japaneses pair of Golden metal Lotus Flowers in Temple black lacquered vases
By Dynasty Transorient
Located in Valladolid, ES
Spectacular pair of temple vases filled with golden lotus flowers. This set is called "Jyôka" and is placed on or next to an altar in a Buddhist temple. Made with meticulous techniqu...
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1970s Japanese Showa Vintage Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Earthenware Horse Sculpture Míngqì Tomb Figure
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce 600 year old (approx) Chinese pottery Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) large glazed earthenware míngqì tomb figure, modeled as horse sculpture with saddle, stirrups, and integral ba...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Earthenware
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell with Resonating Sound, Signed 21 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
For your special garden setting or indoor display space.
Big Hand Cast Bronze Bell Bold pleasing, and resonating sound.
21 Inches Tall.
Dated Taisho 15= 1926 , December 12
Signed for patron donors at Imari Ikishima
Donors include:
Fukui Sano and Fukui shie, Tomiyama kazuki,and Nichimao .
Handsome original old green patina- just the way we like to find them.
Signed by patron donors in two areas.
Beautiful deep resonating ring tones await the new owner of this big one-of-a-kind vintage bronze bell from old Japan. Its beautiful natural patina makes it an attractive and desirable work of art. This distinctive dragon headed bell called ryuzu and remarkable protrusions called chi chi or nyu are crafted by generations old skilled Japanese specialists to improve sound resonance and are unique to Japan's ancient traditions.
This antique hand cast bronze temple bell dates to the Taisho period, early 20th century.
A scarce survivor, this rugged bell was gently used.
Please note its impressive cast dragon headed top ryuzu, thick walls and original dark patina.
Dimensions: 21 inches tall and 11 inches diameter. It has been used and possesses an original green aged patina appropriate to its age.
Its deep resonating sound is guaranteed to please you.
About Bonsho Bells "Voice of Buddha"
The earliest bells date to around 600 AD, although the general design is of much earlier Chinese origin and shares some of the features seen in ancient Chinese bells. Their penetrating and pervasive tone carries over considerable distances. The sound of the bell is thought to have supernatural properties. It is believed, for example, that it can be heard in the underworld.
In Japanese ceremonies, hanging bells are used for signaling during the prayer and for calling Buddhists to worship. In China, similar bells were employed in ensembles, where they represented the yin, or "receptive" principle, and were sounded after the beat of a large drum (yang, or "creative" element). The Japanese bonsho...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Bonzai Styled Flowering Fruit Tree Sculpture with Cloisonne Pot
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This sizable sculpture is unsigned with respect to the artist, but presumed to have originated from China and date to the Early Republic Period in approximately 1920. The sculpture i...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone, Metal
Gandharan Stucco Head of a Bodhisattva, 3rd-5th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
Stucco head of a Bodhisattva, Gandhara, 3rd - 5th century AD. Mounted on a custom made brass base.
12 inches high ( head alone 8.2 in ) 5.5 wide 5 deep
Provanance: Ex Sotheby's, old...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stucco
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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15th Century and Earlier Indian Archaistic Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Sculpture / Phrygian Helmet on a Halberd with Crossed Horns
Located in Dallas, TX
a French sculpture, paint and parcel gilt metal, of a Phrygian helmet (with gilt details) including gilt feather trim, on a halberd, with crossed horn and a gold trumpet, a gilt ribb...
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19th Century English Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Pair of Chinese Carved Aventurine Quanyin Figures
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Pair of Chinese Carved Aventurine Quanyin Figures
Standing in flowing robes and holding a lotus blossom.
Dimensions
Heights 9" With open-carved wood bases.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese Modern Minimalist LAAB Dome Vase Raku Ceramic White Crakle
By LAAB Milano
Located in monza, Monza and Brianza
Dome vase
Singular, unpredictable cracks and tiny speckles distinguish the captivating aesthetic of this vase, featuring a cylindrical base and mouth incorporated within the spher...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain W/Celadon Jade "The Monkey Family" 18/19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain White/Celadon Jade "The Monkey Family" 3 monkeys, father, mother, and kid. They are pulling a lot of coins into a giant bag—good use of russet skin colo...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
White Howlite Stone Ganesh
Located in Somis, CA
An extraordinary, one of a kind, 7.2 lb gemstone Howlite sculpture of Ganesh, crafted from the finest, rare, all-natural Howlite gemstone. Each detail meticulously rendered, hand-car...
Category
2010s Indian Hand-Crafted Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Multi-gemstone
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