Vietnamese Decorative Objects

Elegant rectangular Vietnamese lacquer box finished in deep black lacquer and decorated with a hand-painted scene of goldfish swimming among aquatic plants in shimmering golden tones...

A smiley beak for 70 years. With its brightly colored beak and friendly expression, the puffin is a bird you love at first sight. It’s almost too cute to be true, and it’s easy to un...

Birds meet, and sweet music ensues. The series of songbirds and lovebirds are beloved classics in and everlasting symbols of timeless love. With this pair of both modern and classic...

Vintage Vietnamese Backpack Basket. A woven form starting with a square bamboo base tapering up to an open round sturdy mouth with a a smooth interior surface, specifically used in t...

A stunning and quality hand crafted wooden lidded pedestal urn made for Theodore Alexander in Vietnam and dating from the 20th Century. The urn stands raised on a thick turned and st...

Kay Bojesen's Dachshund was born in 1934. For years, children and adults have created the stories that have made the Dachshund part of the family. For christenings, birthdays, school...

An antique Vietnamese Annamese green water jar from the 19th century, with raised dragon motifs, blue, brown and yellow accents and petite loop handles. Created in Vietnam during the...

An antique Annamese ceramic storage vessel from the 19th century, with blue and green glaze and loop handles. Created during the 19th century, this la...

An antique Vietnamese Annamese planter, distinguished by its vivid green glaze and sculptural surface detail. The vessel’s rounded body is richly decorated in relief with phoenix bir...

Kay Bojesen’s horse first saw the light of day in the early 1930s, and quickly became an iconic, popular friend for children and adults alike. The ho...

A set of two large variously patinated brass cranes, standing on walking turtles. Inspired by 19th century Japanese Meiji period originals. Dimensions: 13" W x 19" D x 58" H.

A charming heavyweight turns 70. With its open mouth and whimsical expression, the Hippo is a figurine you love at first sight. It’s almost too fun to be true, and it’s easy to under...

17th century arrowheads excavated from central highlands, Vietnam. Beautiful greenish patina which is typical of bronze artifacts. This type of artifact is common in ancient tools a...

A circa 19th century Vietnamese carved wooden and polychromed seated Buddha with original patina. Measurements: Height: 31" Width: 22" Depth: 17"

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...

Antique wooden carved sculptures, from the Le Dynasty Buddhist, 18th century, Vietnam altar maid figures, painted lacquerware. The Lê dynasty, also known as the Later Lê dynasty, was...

Elegant Coque de Oeuf or Eggshell Lacquered Lidded Box, made by Maitland Smith, Vietnam, circa 1980s.

An antique Vietnamese large blue Martaban jar from the early 20th century, with raised motifs. Created during the early 20th century, this large bue Marta...

Rare Hermes "Carnets D'Équateur" multi-color tea caddy in hand painted lacquered wood with jungle motif and stainless steel interior / Made in Vietnam Original stamp at underside / c...

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...

Bowl from the late Ming dynasty cargo. An identical piece is included on page 136 of the Bin Thuan catalog titled 'The Age of Discovery: Asian Ceramics Found...

Ruth is named after Kay Bojesen's Swedish daughter-in-law. With her femininity and pink body, she took the family by storm. The Songbird – like her five colourful siblings – was neve...

Pair of mid-20th century wood jewelry boxes with carved soapstone dragonflies, Vietnam By: unknown Material: soapstone, stone, wood Technique: carved, hand-carved, hand-crafted Dime...

Circular form with flattened doomed covers, the covers with a medallion of flower with full bloom, the bowls with two round borders. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi-Yongzheng Period P...

Bronze by NGUYEN THANH LE (Vietnamese, 1919-2006) Head of Vietnamese young woman inscribed in Chinese (on the back of the neck) bronze sculpture with original patina on wooden base ...

The vase features a slender neck adorned with gracefully drawn, elongated leaves that blend seamlessly with its natural curves, adding a refined elegance. At the center, a meticulously rendered geometric pattern of repeating wave-like motifs creates a sense of depth and movement, framed by curved lines for balance. Simple plant motifs are scattered throughout, complementing the design with minimal strokes. The base is grounded by repeated geometric symbols, ensuring stability and cohesion. Dates : 15th century Le Dynasty Region : North Annam, Vietnam Type : Yuhuchun Vase Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Hoi An Ship Reference : 1) Art Gallery of Greater Victoria - A vase from the wreck of the Hoi An 2) Butterfield Treasures Hoi An Hoard Auction Catalogs / San Francisco Butterfields 2000 * 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...

A contemplative Vietnamese bronze sculpture from French Indochina, expertly crafted circa 1920 during the height of the French Colonial period and subtly shaped by the emerging aesth...

Maitland Smith, Circa 1970. A large Maitland-Smith designed tessellated stone, malachite and brass sphinx table sculpture 1970s with original makers sticker on underside. The Egyp...

Antique Seated Buddha Amitābha Vietnam c.1900, Gilded Wooden Sculpture on Lotus Base, Asian Decorative Spiritual Art An exquisite antique seated Buddha Amitābha, crafted in Vietnam ...

Original Christmas magic in a stylish modern cut. With the ever-smiling Kay Bojesen Monkey in a unique Christmas version wearing a classic red Christmas sweater, the story of Kay Boj...

Fiberglass planters suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Made by hand in Vietnam. Lead time 8 weeks unless in stock. Dimensions: H 18 in. x D 9 in. x W 18 in.

Late19th Century Nguyen Seated Buddha Statue, ca 1890-1900. Collected in Hunan, Southern China. The Nguyen Dynasty was the last ruling imperial dynasty of Vietnam, reigning from 180...

17th Century Southeast Asian Bronze Tobacco Pipe — Tay Nguyen Plateau, Vietnam A rare 17th-century bronze tobacco pipe unearthed in the Central Highlands of Vietnam, near the Cambodian border on the Tay Nguyen Plateau. Attributed to the Montagnard (Jarai) hill tribes, this piece dates to the 17th century or possibly earlier. The pipe features a bronze bowl with a short, curved stem that once accommodated an elongated reed or bamboo mouthpiece. Its elegant, angular form reflects both indigenous craftsmanship and subtle Chinese design influences. The surface exhibits a rich, natural patina developed over centuries, enhancing its sculptural presence and authenticity. This artifact represents a transitional moment in Southeast Asian material culture — when traditional highland utility met emerging trade influences from neighboring regions. Mounted on a custom steel display base, it reads as both an archaeological relic and a minimalist bronze sculpture...

This remarkable trio of nesting boxes is a striking example of Vietnamese eggshell lacquer craftsmanship, celebrated for its richly textured and highly decorative finish. Each piece ...

Beautiful patinated cast iron head sculpture Atribbuted to Nguyen Thanh Le, sitting on distressed solid gold painted wood base, nice patina beautiful piece.

A mahogany dressing table on stand, the hinged top opening to reveal a beveled mirror back, with bowed and square swing panels revealing a fitted interior, with a drawer below and a ...

The two fresh-faced skiers were designed by Kay Bojesen towards the end of the 1940s. This happy boy skier with the red bobble hat and checked jacket is named Boje, which was the pet...

Decorative ceramic dish featuring an elegant quatrefoil (clover-shaped) silhouette with a soft cecidon-green glazed border accented by a geometric relief pattern. The contrasting mat...

A stunning and quality hand crafted wooden lidded pedestal urn made for Theodore Alexander in Vietnam and dating from the 20th Century. The urn stands raised on a thick turned and st...

North Vietnamese textured terra cotta pots that were used as food vessels. Each pot varies in size and texture. Sizes range from 7" diameter x 6" height to 7" diameter x 9" height. W...

Kay is named after Mr. Bojesen himself who was a great fan of the colour blue. He was always either dressed in an immaculate blue suit, shirt and tie or a white smock. The Songbird ...

This impressive antique Annamese water jar from Vietnam features a richly modeled body with relief decoration depicting phoenixes among blossoming branches. The design is enlivened w...

On offer is a bronze Art Deco-style sculpture crafted by the documented Vietnamese artist Gia-Lợi (1897–1980). The piece showcases the signature stylistic hallmarks, thematic depth a...

Vietnamese silver box, late 19th century. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover flat and hinged. Box sides have embossed blossoming branches, bamboo...

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...

Stoneware decorated with Persian-style colors and patterns, and it is highly likely that this Annamese pottery intended for export was produced to meet Middle Eastern demand. Dates : 15th century Le Dynasty Region : North Annam, Vietnam Type : Stoneware Dish Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Hoi An Ship Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogue Butterfield Treasures Hoi An Hoard Auction Catalogs / San Francisco Butterfields 2000 * 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...

early bronze signed by vietnamese artist it is an iconic theme of the vietnamese sculpture The pedestal is in black painted wood and it wears age and use. The sculpture itsel is 4, ...

This fine piece of porcelain, a plate from the Qing Dynasty, is a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of Jingdezhen, the porcelain capital of China. It presents a classic blue an...

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...

With its modern and minimalist look, it’s hard to believe that Bojesen's Dog 'Pind' turns 90 in 2024. First crafted in 1934, Pind was one of the very first animals that Kay Bojesen ...

Large box from Vietnam. Manufactured at the end of the 19th century. Red in color slightly pinkish, with magnificent fish decorations in white and yellow colors. This box locks, the ...

Large circa 1980s pedestal bowl in blue, white and pale brown glaze with leaf and rope braid motif by Maitland Smith. Square pedestal base supports a bowl just under 15” diameter wit...

Beautiful Lacquered Wooden Box, Vietnam, 20th Century This exquisite lacquered wooden box from Vietnam, crafted in the 20th century, is a stunning example of traditional Vietnames...

Primitive Southeast Asian Pottery Vessel with Four Lug Handles Hand-thrown earthenware storage vessel featuring a rounded form, rolled rim, and four applied lug handles. Beautifully...

Glazed ceramic vase from the Bien-hoa school, decorated with six sages of the Taoist tradition. The handles are in the shape of black enamelled elephant heads. The upper part of the ...

This box is in a black and Orange lacque. It has been made in Vietnam circa 1970. The decorative pattern is with fishes under the water. The hinges o...

Charming Kay Bojesen painted beech mobile featuring the charming songbirds and wooden balls in different colours. The mobile will look lovely in a child’s bedroom above the changing ...

Kay Bojesen in the Savannah. The family of wooden animals has been expanded to include the hand-painted zebra, one of Kay Bojesen’s first exotic animals. It was created in 1935 and i...

Bronze baluster vase with polychrome niello decoration representing on one side a lively scene with musician on a terrace, and on the other side a military parade, taotis, Greeks. It...

Fiberglass planters suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Made by hand in Vietnam. Lead time eight weeks unless in stock. Available in: White Ash Pesto Dusty Rose Dimensions: Base 22...