Southeast Asian Decorative Objects

Gilt Lacquer Wood Manuscript storage box Burma 19th century. This wooden box is entirely covered in moulded lacquer-work in relief (known as thayo w...

A terracotta jar from the island of Java once used for storing dyes used for crafting traditional batik textiles. The jar dates to the early 20th century. There is visible wear to th...

A pair of antique Chiang Mai wood mythical guardian animals from Thailand. Carved in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, this captivating pair of mythical guardian animals commands attent...

Description: Tissue box Color: Caramel Size: 27.5 x 15.5 x 7.9 H cm Material: PU Collection: Knotted.

Large Organic Modern Root Carving Sculpture Bowl in Burlwood, Indonesia, 1970s One-of-a-kind Organic Modern sculpture bowl, hand-carved from a single piece of richly grained burlwoo...

This Annamese ceramic plate features a central floral motif rendered in underglaze blue, complemented by delicate green-painted leaves—an innovative characteristic of Annamese ceramics of the time. The rim is adorned with swirling cloud patterns and additional stylized floral designs. The use of green overpainting, a distinctive element in Annamese ceramics, parallels similar examples documented in The Age of Discovery: Asian Ceramics Found Along the Maritime Silk Road, particularly on pages 59, 64, and 66 of the Annamese ship catalog. Such pieces were widely traded along the Maritime Silk Road, showcasing the rich cultural exchange between Vietnam and other regions. Year/Period : 15th century Region : North Vietnam, Vietnam Type : Dish Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Hoi An Ship 1) Butterfield Treasures Hoi An Hoard Auction Catalogs / San Francisco Butterfields 2000 2) Asian Ceramic Found along Maritime Silk Route / National Maritime Museum of Korea * Vietnamese trade ceramics Around the mid-14th century, Vietnam developed its ceramics production technology by producing blue and white porcelain, and began to export it overseas. During this period, China Ming Dynasty implemented a policy of lifting the ban from 1371 to 1657 and restricted foreign trade. This served as a good opportunity in the trade history of Vietnamese ceramics, and ceramic exports...

Impressive long charred vessel hand carved from a single piece of reclaimed teak wood. Both usable and sculptural. Charred sanded and sealed revealing the beautiful wood grain. It’s ...

Unique Handmade rattan and shell Vase made in the Philippines.

This owl sculpture was made by Thai sculptor Hattakitkosol Somchai in the 1970s. This sculpture is made of solid bronze and the base is wooden. It is stamped/signed by the artist on ...

400 - 600 Year old charming and artistic sandstone relief. Dragon "mythical beast" which is a symbol of wisdom. From Buddha temple in Arakan, Burma....

Century year old wood with incredible patina is set on a minimalist black steel base which is twelve x ten inches. This beautiful single piece of wood, resembling a torso, has been h...

Fiberglass planters suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Made by hand in Vietnam. Lead time eight weeks unless in stock. Dimensions: Base 22”, opening 9”, height 20”.

An antique Indonesian river wood fragment that could be used as a sculpture or decorative bench. This charismatic tree carving was found close to a river and presents a tall and narrow, rustic Silhouette. Perfect to be placed in a modern decor where it will bring a grand contrast with its lovely weathered appearance, this Indonesian wood carving...

This is a Maitland Smith Pair Of Blue Vases. It depicts a pair of royal blue urn shaped vases with handles decorated with a white relief of Roman neoclassical like scenes with nudes ...

Impressive large charred vessel hand carved from a single piece of reclaimed teak wood. Both usable and sculptural. Burnt sanded and sealed revealing the beautiful wood grain. It’s a...

Slightly eccentric vintage jewelry box with a cast bronze hippopotamus standing on a three drawer chest clad in marble veneer and set on four bro...

Large Post Modern 1980s Maitland Smith decorative box made of a square wood bottom covered in brown leather and top lid covered with zebra hide with a round polished brass and hyde p...

Pair of rare 18th century temple elephants carved in sandstone with chalk and leftovers of gold leaf. Chalking is used as a surface to bind gold leaf. Originally fully covered with g...

A ceramic vase from Thailand, with light beige glaze. Contemporary. While the golden age of Thai ceramics ended around the 15-16th Centuries, local craftsmen learned the art throug...

La terracotta Majapahit è l'arte tra il XIII e il XV secolo. Alcuni manufatti di terracotta di questo periodo sono stati scoperti a Trowulan, East Java. Alcune sculture, ritrovate n...

Vintage set of three candlesticks in the style of Maitland Smith. A combination of brass and stone used candles are included if desired.

A pair of Thai brushed silver over bronze candlesticks from the mid 20th century, with Ionic capitals. Created during the midcentury period, each of this pair of Thai candlesticks fe...

A Batak architectural carved-wood house panel from Northern Sumatra (Sumatera Utara) in the Indonesian Malay archipelago. This vintage carved house fragment from the Batak peoples of...

A shallow ceramic bowl from Sukhothai period of Thailand circa 14th-15th century. The dish was hand molded with a coarse pinkish clay and it has a...

Large Pink Tessellated Stone Abstract Bird sculpture by Maitland Smith 1970's.

Two Asian gilt bronze Teppanom kneeling Thai sacred angels. Bronze gilded temple guardians in a sitting position. These temple guardians were made in Th...

A large monochrome garnet hued planter with rope accents. This large monochrome planter commands attention with its deep garnet tones and striking rope accents, artfully arranged in ...

Laos bamboo basket. Age: Laos, 20th Century Size: Height 58.8 C.M. / Diameter 37.5 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall.

In the midst of the 18th century, in the enchanting land of Burma during the Shan period, a magnificent masterpiece of spiritual artistry was born—an extraordinary Seated Burmese woo...

A pair of hand carved wooden doors from Borneo on custom iron bases, mid-20th century. This vintage pair of doors from the island of Borneo are n...

Beautiful antique bowl hand carved from a single piece of teak wood. This bowl was sourced in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be found in imperfecti...

One of a kind minimalist vessels made from river rock sourced from the Ayung river in Bali. The inside is polished and the outside is sanded and left unpolished in contrast. We have ...

Century old teak wood hand carved into this impressive one of a kind bowl with stunning character and patina . A rare piece of art. Both usable and sculptural. The scale of this beau...

Impressive teak wood root art object. Carved from a single 6" piece of reclaimed teak wood. Hammered and burnt on the inside section. We left the flat sections smooth in the natural ...

The beautifully carved wooden artifacts make for wonderful modern day candlesticks. Each uniquely carved with motifs of their origin.

Maitland Smith Lidded Shagreen Box, c.1985.

An antique desk letter opener made in Thailand. This is an exceptional antique letter opener created for exportation in Thailand, back in the 1900. The sculptural letter opener has ...

16th century Thailand Sawankhalok ceramic vase from the old city of Sawankhalok known for its pottery. Beautiful and abundant fossil growth from being submerged under water. Natural ...

Laos bamboo basket. Age: Laos, 20th Century Size: Height 31.6 C.M. / Width 23.6 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall.

An exceptionally beautiful, serene, delicately crafted, and extremely rare Burmese Buddha head/bust - hand-made using the ancient Thayo technique w...

A shield-shaped antefix ornament from Thailand, late 19th century. Reclaimed from old constructions and preserved in time, these architectural details were and still are a decorati...

A unique tofu grinder sculpture, hand-carved out of a single large piece of reclaimed wood. From Indonesia, circa 1950. Original untouched color.

Burung Teak Wood Vase by Mary Verspoor Dimensions: D 41 x W 35 x H 36 CM Materials: Teak wood Mary Verspoor, of Indonesian-Dutch descent, is a Bali-based designer and creator. She w...

This organic teak vessel serves as a stunning sculptural piece and a practical solution to hold fruit, magazines, towels, etc. We left the sides raw in contrast. Organic is the new m...

Masterfully hand carved from what must have been a colossal solid piece of monkey pod hardwood. This nude figural sculpture weighs around 250 lbs. Although ...

Asmara Lotus Teak Wood Patina Black Sculpture by Mary Verspoor Dimensions: D 64 x W 47 x H 22 CM Materials: Teak wood Mary Verspoor, of Indonesian-Dutch descent, is a Bali-based des...

Small vintage finely woven Indonesian lidded basket - 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restoration - ready to use/display. Size - 3 3/4" Diamete...

Contemporary Indonesian large size female bronze sculpture. Also available in medium size female sculpture (S6605)

19th century hand-painted Burmese lacquer lidded box Beautiful object.

The Square Shagreen Vase by R&Y Augousti is a perfect blend of luxurious materials and refined craftsmanship. Its compact, square form is enveloped in opulent white shagreen, offerin...

16th century Thailand, Sawankhalok large ceramic vessel from the old city of Sawankhalok known for its pottery. Beautiful and abundant fossil growth from being submerged under water. Natural original patina. Three available and sold individually. Part of a very large collection of shipwrecked pottery...

Vintage bust or sculpture features female head in unlacquered bronze, screw mounted on black patinated or ebonized wooden plinth. The sculpture is unmarked and is missing the paper s...

This centuries-old ceramic vessel from Thailand is an excellent specimen of a salvaged ceramic jar from a shipwreck during in the Ming gap period. This antique jar from Thailand, circa early to mid 16th century, stands just over 20 inches in height and has a rounded body, with a thickly rounded top lip, and set of four loop-hole projections arising from the shoulders (which would have been used to secure a lid at top). There is a fabulous texture about the jar, from the centuries of being submerged underwater, which has encrusted it with barnacles and tales of sea-life. Should you wish to have a collection of these Ming gap jars...

A rare 19th century Thai carved wood stupa made from the heart wood of the Teak tree. This stupa is from Isan region of the Thailand (northern Thailan...

Sculptural vessel hand carved from a single reclaimed block of lychee wood. Great as an art object, holding towels by a pool perhaps or as a planter. Both usable and sculptural. Fini...

Wonderful Extra large Tessellated Travertine and Marble box by Maitland Smith. The hinged Travertine box is complemented by a burgundy border with brass inlays, The box sits on br...

This giant architectural element once graced the pediment of a Northern Thai temple. It is from Chiang, Mai, Thailand and entirely made from Teakwood, which is naturally resistant ...

Introduce natural texture and organic warmth to your home with this charming vintage split rattan bowl. Expertly hand-woven from honey-toned pencil reed, the bowl features a deep, fl...

A sophisticated vintage tabletop picture frame by Maitland-Smith, crafted in richly figured burlwood veneer and accented with a circular marble inlay and gilt metal inner molding. Th...

Add a touch of literary charm and clever concealment to your decor with this vintage book box. Disguised as a handsome, leather-bound edition of Sheridan's classic comedy, "School fo...