Asian Decorative Objects

This long wooden object is a 19th-century Chinese pestle, originally used with a large, free-standing mortar to pound rice or other grains. Placed upon a custom steel mount, the anti...

Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices and electronics, the fin trivets bring an industrial touch to your tabletop. Both durable and multi-function...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

Hammer house object by Shiro Kuramata. Never used condition in box.  

Chinese Imari Porcelain Jardinière Planted Wooden Stand Chinese, 20th Century Jardinière: Height 30cm, diameter 38cm Base: Height 21cm, diameter 36cm Overall: Height 51cm, diameter...

A large Terracotta jar / urn / planter from Thailand, early 20th Century. Beautifully glazed in burgundy with haut-relief dots and a glossy finish. While the golden age of Thai c...

Graceful even when standing still the Bronze Dancer on Marble Base is a striking addition to any setting. Using traditional lost wax casting methods the Bronze Dancer statue...

A gorgeous vintage Chinese Imari porcelain vase with a floral design in the traditional Imari colors. Maker's mark on the base. It's a lovely shape with vibrant colors and displays b...

A wonderful Korean celadon vase, called a maebyeong, in the Goryeo style, but of early 20th century manufacture. The maebyeong vase with a beaut...

A modernist Model 2RA007 table alarm clock made by Bulova in Japan. A transparent Lucite body holds the blue clock face and wind-up mechanism and is set in...

A beautiful pair of Mid 20th Century Chinese cloisonné enamel lidded ginger jars. These jars are crafted using the cloisonné technique, which involves creating compartments (cloison...

Beautiful Japanese Moriage vase, late 19th century-early 20th century. Free shipping within the United States and Canada.

Pair of elegant vintage cloisonné candleholder made of copper with blue, pink and other various color accents in a traditional oriental pattern with bird on black background, circa 1...

A polychrome porcelain vase, decorated with a pagode garden scene with figures. Marked a seal mark at the base. China, 20th century. Very nice and unusual scene. Additional informa...

In the opulent tapestry of 19th-century Chinese craftsmanship, a monumental ceremonial bamboo basket stands as a testament to unparalleled artistry and cultural significance. In rema...

This listing features a pair of brass fighting roosters. These brass rooster figurines add a touch of country charm to any space. Handcrafted f...

Cosmetic Vessel ‘Hinted Bird’ type Ancient Phoenician, Eastern Mediterranean, Late 7th - early 6th century B.C. Carved, incised and smoothed Tridacna (clam) shell 15 cm long 8 cm wide 4 cm high Provenance: Private collection, UK (acquired before 1983) This subtle, anthropomorphically carved clam shell, represents an ancient iron age cosmetic vessel made in the Phoenician region of the eastern mediterranean, during the late 7th - early 6th century B.C. ie. after the Assyrian occupation the region, and before the Babylonians. Perhaps due to this short period of production, only around 100 of these objects have been found, mostly throughout the Near East and Mediterranean, but also as far west as Italy (i.e. The British Museum example 1852, 0112.3 - Fig.2). Tridacna clam shells themselves are native to the Indian Ocean, the Red Sea, and the Persian Gulf. The present work finds a close comparison with a Tridacna maxima shell that has an umbo (apex) carved with 'eyes' and smoothed-down exterior (fig. 1). That object was found at the Great Temple of Amman, in modern day Jordan (Caubet and Poplin 1995: 492, n.21; Koutsoukou 1997: 147 - 48, n.185; Routledge 1997: 37, n.37, fig.7) and illustrated in Brandl (2001: fig.7, p.57). The style of both works is characterised by minimal carving and Brandl suggests they are part of a group called 'The Hinted Bird Engraved Tridacna'. Brandl also posits that the engraved Tridacna industry grew out of the withdrawal of the Assyrian's from the Phoenician coast, as shells from the Red Sea would have then become available through agents in Egypt. However, the period of production was only brief, as it seems the Tridacna production centre in the region was destroyed 50 years later by the Babylonians. More heavily engraved examples exist in The British Museum (fig.2) and The Metropolitan Museum, New York (fig.3). Further examples can be consulted in the seminal, 1974 study of these objects by Rolf Stucky: The Engraved Tridacna Shells...

A nice small bronze dolphins sculpture on a green marble base, circa 1990s. The piece has a wonderful patina and measures 4"W x 3"D x 5.75"H;...

A Chinese Ming Dynasty period (1368 - 1644) hand-carved stone Foo Dog guardian lion sculpture depicting a male placing his paw atop a ball. Created in Ch...

This exceptional pair of Japanese hand-painted porcelain wall pockets dates to the early 20th century, circa 1910–1920, a period defined by the international fascination with refined...

An elegant and quality hand crafted wooden lidded Meiping shaped vase on an integral oriental style stand made for Theodore Alexander in Vietnam and dating from the 20th Century. The...

Vintage ikebana basket, or hanakago, features complex weave on the body and rounded handle with textured elements. The body is plaited of darkened with smoke brown bamboo fibers in c...

Vintage sculptural teak candle holder with brass rim designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. 9.5 inches tall

Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase Decorated Marked Base Japan, 19th Century Lovely detailed piece. Marked on base. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Vase Japa...

A striking Chinese neon orange and white carved cameo Peking glass pear shaped vase, circa 1960's, China. The Peking glass pear shaped vase of yuhuchunping form, with a bulbous body...

An ornately carved bowl from Sulawesi Island, Indonesia. Circa 1950, possibly earlier. One of a kind. Fully hand-carved from a solid piece of burl Ironwood, this bowl exhibits the ...

A rare and wonderful pair of Japanese Art deco period bronze models of foxes, or fennec foxes by renowned Japanese sculptor Tsuda Shinobu (1875-1946) featuring two foxes, one seated,...

Contemporary Danish design mini sized thin disc shaped white glaze vase. Center spout. Sits on self stand.

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period green glaze jar from the 19th century with dripping effects and petite loop handles. Discover the captivating allure of this Chinese Qing Dynasty period green glaze jar from the 19th century. Hand crafted, this piece showcases a vibrant green glaze that cascades down the generous circular body, creating mesmerizing dripping effects. The jar features a round opening measuring 7 inches in diameter, allowing for easy access and versatile use. Its unique design and vibrant color make it a standout addition to any collection or decor. Adding to its visual appeal, the neck of the jar is adorned with four petite loop handles, providing both aesthetic charm and practical functionality. These handles allow for a rope to be passed through, enabling the secure closure of the jar's top. With its rich history and distinctive characteristics, this Qing Dynasty green...

An everyday example of Chinese blue-and-white ceramics, this petite footed dish from the late 19th century charms with expressive sweeps of cobalt blue atop a blue-grey field. The lo...

Raspberry is a beloved Orrefors classic. The small bowl in clear crystal has a design resembling a raspberry with its round ‘drupelets’ giving it a soft look. It is ideal for serving...

Cloaked inside and out with a glossy black glaze, this antique Chinese pickling pot was originally used for fermenting rice or sorghum into vinegar. The dark glaze sheets down the si...

Pair of Chinese cloisonné or enamel on copper cats in a familiar stalking pose decorated with symbolic biomorphic designs over an alluring blue background.

A large antique 19th century Chinese floor vase having a celadon ground and blue and white underglaze decoration to the body. The underglaze decoration is of a large Foo lion above ...

Standout group of three organic turbo Marmoratus shells rare and unusual for their giant size, showing two jade banded turbo shells and one pearl band...

The vintage Ikebana basket, or hanakago, features a graphic, but restrained wickerwork in susutake, dark brown smoked bamboo. The low, rounded shape is accentuated by the distributio...

Amazing seven foot squatting Buddha on a pedestal base supported by three other meditating Buddhas. Hand carved from a tree trunk and in two pieces. Polychromed and is about 110 year...

A striking Gandharan molded stucco head of a male Bodhisattva, tentatively identified as Manjushri, ancient region of Gandhara, probably Hadda or surrounding area, 3rd-5th century. The Bodhisattva is sculpted of stucco in an idealized manner as a youthful male, with soft and kind features, a benign expression on his face. He wears an elaborate pleated turban wrapped around his head, with two sweeping lobes at the front. His turban secured on one side by a small image of a roaring lion. The lion may be read as a reference to Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, who is often depicted as riding or subduing a roaring lion, a metaphor for taming the wild thoughts of the mind. Manjushri gazes outwards in a beatific manner from almond shaped eyes, a gentle smile on his lips. The eyes at different levels when looking at the sculpture head on, indicating the original placement of the head was meant to be viewed at an angle. Remnants of pigments to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears. Mounted on a custom black metal stand. Hadda was an important center of Buddhist learning in the early history of Greco Buddhist Gandhara, and at one time may have housed a bone relic of the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni. The sculpture and architecture of Hadda followed Hellenistic artistic conventions faithfully, leading some scholars to believe the distinct Greco Buddhist style of Gandhara was first developed in Hadda before spreading to the rest of the region. The kingdom of Gandhara was situated at a crossroads of trade and cultures. Being one of the last remnants of Alexander the Great's Empire, the inhabitants of the Greco-Bactrian Buddhist kingdom preserved Greek culture and heritage for centuries after the decline of the Greek Empire...

A very fine Russian giltbronze mounted malachite veneered inkstand from the first quarter of the 19th century. Of rectangular form with an acanthus leave decorated border on round fe...

Near pair set of large Chinese carved and embossed red lacquered wooden rectangular presentation boxes with gilt decoration, circa 1910. Beautiful boxes crafted with dovetail joiner...

A rare antique handpainted Japanese Satsuma earthenware vase, signed Fine quality Good overall condition, no chips, cracks or restorations Height 14 cm

Large Chinoiserie Rectangular Black Lacquered Gilt Painted Covered Box 1950s. Large Chinese black lacquered box with numerous figures and gilt detail. Chinese rectangular black lacquer and gilt painted box, made for the export market. The rectangular large black lacquer box is decorated with beautiful gilt painting. the Upper portion opens revealing a lacquer tray. The lid of the box hand painted in the shanshui style, with an idyllic river and mountain, Chinoiserie style landscape with architectural Asian decor, landscape figures of women in traditional kimonos, young boys playing near a river. The landscape studded with trees and vegetation, and some small pagodas...

Beautifully carved Pakistani Doorway, Consisting of 3 panels.

A Very Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase with Scalloped Top. The body of the vase is complete with two main cartouches and two smaller cartouches which flank the vase...

Period ormolu sconces in First Empire, imperial Russian, realistic lion mask form --Percier and fontaine designed lion mask being impaled by th...

Pair of octagonal trays or flat baskets features the octagonal form with traditional Folk Art style complex pattern and reinforced sides, constructed of wider, sturdy split bamboo st...

A tall, cylindrical Chinese monochrome porcelain vase, made in the 1970s and finished in a refined cornflower blue glaze. The simple vertical form, often described as a spill vase, i...

Tibetan traveling shrines, known as Gau, were believed to offer protective powers and were used to hold and carry sacred objects during long journeys. Crafted over a century ago, a B...

A beautiful antique Japanese relief sculptural bronze floral vase. The tri-legs feel loosening but they are still very stable, with no evidence of lik...

Grand and imposing, these monumental lion sculptures offer protection to all those who stand before them. Dated to the mid-19th century, the ...

Decorative numbered vase hand-painted enameled. Deep blue cloisonné item decoration with gold enamel. On each side, a “bouquet of roses” decoration is framed in a medallion. Under t...

With bulging eyes, a somewhat snarling expression with baring teeth.

Elegant, exotic, and unmistakably refined, shagreen has long captivated those with a discerning eye for luxury. Derived from stingray skin, this richly textured material first appear...

Carved and glazed with a panoramic village scene. A river runs through the village show houses on the riverbanks, fishermen, and mountains in the distance. A red sun is over the hori...

Object: Vase Manufacturer: Marutomi Designer: Ettore Sottsass (1917–2007) Model: Senape Date: 1997 Period: Postmodern Material: Plastic Origin: Japan Height: 14 cm Diameter: 16.5 cm ...

Mid century Signed Japanese Kakiemon Arita Imari Plate with Blue and White Foliage.Signed Japanese Kakiemon plate by Sakaida Kakiemon XIII (1906-1982). A beautiful example of a bowl ...

The stunning pair of Satsuma vases from the Meiji period, true masterpieces of Japanese art. These magnificent vases are a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Japa...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

A high quality Japanese, Meiji era, cloisonne enamel and silver wire vase. The vase has an amphora shaped body and a narrow neck. The ware is enameled with a polychrome image of blos...

Exotic gourd shape Kutani ceramic vase with flying Cranes decoration from Mid Century Japan. The hand painting was done with great care and artistic knowledge. The vase is painted ...