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Antiquities For Sale
Pair of Chinese Iron Bound Courtyard Doors, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This impressive set of doors dates to the mid-19th century and originated as the outermost entrance gate to a traditional Qing dynasty courtyard home. Crafted of Northern elmwood (yu...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Antiquities
Materials
Iron
Chinese Emperor of Qin Mausoleum-Style Terracotta Warrior Statue
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese terracotta warrior figure modeled after one of the 7,000 warriors that form the Terracotta Army in the Mausoleum of the Fir...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities
Materials
Brass
Antique Traditional Indonesian Gong and bonang
Located in Milano, IT
This extraordinary piece of art from Southeast Asia exudes an ancient charm that transcends time, telling stories of distant traditions and cultures. Dating back to the late 19th century, this work is a testament to the skill and dedication of the artisans of that era, who infused life and soul into every detail.
The gong, the undisputed protagonist of this composition, is made of copper and features a dark patina that accentuates its antique and mystical character. This aged surface, which softens its original shine, adds depth and mystery, almost whispering the stories and rituals for which it was used.
Supporting the gong is a solid wooden structure, painted in a lacquered red that, despite the marks of time, retains a timeless beauty. The traces of wear reveal layers of underlying color, giving the piece a lived-in and authentic charm, as if it had witnessed countless ceremonies and sacred moments.
Alongside the main gong, two small gongs...
Category
Early 19th Century Indonesian Chinese Export Antique Antiquities
Materials
Metal, Copper
Japanese wooden wabi-sabi board/Early 20th century/Display stand/MINGEI
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old wooden work board called a “Kate-Kiri-Ban,” which was used in the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, around the early 20th century. The name breaks down as fo...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities
Materials
Chestnut
c.1899 Brass and Black Cast Iron Emerson Table Top Fan
Located in Louisville, KY
Stunning unique pieces like this only come around once in a lifetime. This amazing brass and cast iron fan was produced in 1899 when things were made to ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Antiquities
Materials
Brass, Iron
Japanese old wood stand / Exhibition stand wabi-sabi / primitive wood stand /
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This display stand is made by combining old wooden sleepers with a newly made tabletop.
The top of the display stand is finished with cashew paint, like lacquer, and has a jet blac...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Primitive Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Pomegranate Shaped Copper Red Glazed Vase, Ming-Qing Period
Located in seoul, KR
This piece is a small ceramic vessel with a distinctive silhouette modeled after a pomegranate, notable for its full, well-balanced curves. The mouth, reminiscent of the fruit’s caly...
Category
16th Century Hong Kong Ming Antique Antiquities
Materials
Copper
Old Japanese black maneki-neko object / 20th century / lucky ornament
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Here is a Japanese "Maneki Neko" (beckoning cat) figurine from the Showa era. It is made from either clay or plaster and features a simple yet impactful design. On the back, you can ...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities
Materials
Plaster, Clay
Famille rose porcelain vase, Late Qing Period-Republic Period
Located in seoul, KR
This porcelain vase, likely from the late Qing dynasty or early Republic period (late 19th to early 20th century), is a fine example of Famille-Rose (fencai) decoration. The body is ...
Category
Late 19th Century Hong Kong Qing Antique Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Japanese Antique Wood Low Table , Primitive Low Table , Wabi Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an antique low table from the Taisho period.
The table top is made of five pieces of Shurizakura wood with beautiful grain, and its rich expression captivates the viewer. In...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Table, Wabisabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an antique Japanese table from the Taisho period.
The tabletop is carved from a single piece of keyaki wood and is combined with exquisitely finished octagonal posts.
Thoug...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Tibet Vintage Pair Amulet Pendants Two And Nine Eye Dzi Beads
Located in South Burlington, VT
A unique pair (2), valuable and powerful Protection Amulet Dzi from Tibet
An old Tibetan or Central Asian two and nine eye agates Dzi Beads dating to the e...
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities
Materials
Agate
Japanese Half Kimono Belt Hanhaba Obi Sky Blue with Rose 1980s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Japanese beautiful Kimono belt called 'Han haba obi'.
Both side are with motifs but different motifs. It is a belt for kimono but you can use as a table runner or wall deco...
Category
1980s Japanese Showa Vintage Antiquities
Materials
Silk
Japanese antique pottery fragments/12th to 13th century/Flower vase
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Tokoname ware is a historic kiln in Japan, where pottery has been made since before the Common Era, and a kiln was established in the 5th century. This kiln is located in Aichi Prefe...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antique Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Japanese Red Samurai Armour Beginning of Meiji period 1900s
Located in Paris, FR
This is an armour of samurai. It was made around 1900s in Meiji era. This armour was not used in actual war so it was made as decoration, because of that, it is in good condition as its age.
There are some scratches and missing parts, if you need some more information, please let us know, we will respond you as soon as possible and send more photos.
This armour can be folded in a box. The box is getting damaged so it is not in good condition. We might send this armour in other box.
Dimensions: 50 x 50 x H170 cm
Scholars agree that Japanese armour first appeared in the 4th century, with the discovery of the cuirass and basic helmets in graves. During the Heian period, the unique Japanese samurai...
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Antiquities
Materials
Metal, Iron
Antique Butsudan Shrine
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
The Antique Butsudan Shrine is a remarkable piece of religious and cultural significance. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, the cabinet show...
Category
Mid-19th Century Asian Antique Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Antique plate Wucai with chrysanthemum and kintugi
Located in MEAUX, FR
Antique porcelain plate
Wucai style with crhysanthemum decor
Traditionnal kintsugi repair ( 24k gold and Urushi)
Unique piece
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Gold
Chinese Qin Shi Huang Mausoleum-Style Terracotta Warrior
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese terracotta warrior figure modeled after one of the 7,000 warriors that form the Terracotta Army in the Mausoleum of the Fir...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities
Materials
Terracotta
Japanese Antique Combat Helmet 'Kabuto' 1800s Edo Era
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique combat helmet made around 1800s in Edo era in Japan.
Kabuto is a type of helmet first used by ancient Japanese warriors which, in later periods, became an important part of the traditional Japanese armour...
Category
Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Wood Cabinets, Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is a tasteful antique storage shelf made in the Meiji period.
Made from cedar, the dark wood gives it a deep flavor.
No nails are used for the joints, but the traditional "mor...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Tibet Vintage Pair Amulet Pendants Nine And Four Eye Dzi Beads
Located in South Burlington, VT
A unique pair (2), valuable and powerful Protection Amulet Dzi from Tibet
An old Tibetan or Central Asian nine and four eye agates Dzi Beads dating to the ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities
Materials
Agate
Japanese antique wooden octagonal display stand/bonsai stand/flower stand
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old wooden flower stand from Japan.
It is believed to be from around the 20th century.
Originally, it may have been used in temples to hold offerings of flowers, but this ...
Category
20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Signed Japanese Edo suji’bachi kabuto (helmet) with a moon & cloud maedate
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An antique, outstanding signed suji’bachi kabuto (helmet with ridges) surmounted by a gilt metal maedate (forecrest) shaped like a full moon emerging from the clouds heightened by a ...
Category
Late 18th Century Japanese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Metal, Iron
Ancient Antique Chinese Eastern Zhou Bronze Sword / Knife / Dagger with Stand
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Ancient Chinese bronze sword with nice green patina.
Age: China, Eastern Zhou Dynasty, 771 - 221 B.C.
Size of sword only: Length 56.3 C.M. / Width 4.8 C.M. / Thickness 3.7 C.M.
Heig...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Kimono 'Uchikake' for Wedding, 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a kimono called Uchikake which Japanese women wear for wedding ceremony.
It is said that the women wear the white uchikake for the reason of 'they can dyed in any color' and...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities
Materials
Silk
Japanese Antique Large Wooden Mortar / Flowerpot / Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is a large Japanese mortar.
The material is Zelkoba, and it seems to be around the Meiji period.
It is characterized by the strong wood grain and black surface of Zelkoba.
It...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Rustic Antique Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Old Japanese egg-shaped appreciation stone/stone object/Japanese scholar's stone
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This stone is likely a natural andesite, possibly collected from rivers, and embodies the raw power of nature.
In Japan, from the Edo period onwards, there has been a cultural tradit...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities
Materials
Stone
Antique Vacuum Cleaner by Holand Electro, Netherland
Located in Praha, CZ
- For a decoration purpose
- minor signs of use
Category
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Antiquities
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Shokudai Candle Holders of Bronze from Japan, Meiji 1868-1912
Located in London, GB
Pair of Shokudai candle holders made of bronze during the Meiji period (1868-1912) in Japan. Includes original box as pictured.
Candle holders H. 66cm; diameter 26cm.
Lidded bro...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Jadeite Carving of a Standing Lady, China, 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
This jadeite carving of a standing lady was realized in China in the 20th century.
Realized in green jadeite, this precious statue is carved in the ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Antiquities
Materials
Jade
Nineteenth Century Chinese Water Pipe in Paktong
Located in Leuven , BE
Nineteenth century Chinese water pipe in Paktong (= an Alloy of Zinc, Copper and Nickel). The Base - elaborated in Enamel Cloisonné - is decorated with a Phoenix on an Ultramarine Bl...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Copper, Zinc
Polychrome Chinese Porcelain Box with Lid, China, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
This polychrome porcelain box and cover is a superb decorative object, realized in China in the early 20th century.
The domed lid is decorated with a scene depicting a boy on a my...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Antique Exhibition Stand / Sword Case / 1800-1868s / Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old drawer for storing Japanese swords originally called "Katanatansu".
It is thought to be from around the Edo period.
Cedar is used for the material, and a large numbe...
Category
Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Antiquities
Materials
Wood, Paper, Cedar
Japanese Antique Cabinets , Low board Storage , Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
A pair of antique Japanese lowboards.
Made of high-quality oak wood, it has a deep texture that comes from years of use.
The simple yet powerful wood grain stands out, creating a s...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Ancient 12th Century Khmer Cambodia Sandstone Vishnu Buddha Statue Sculpture 15"
Located in San Diego, CA
An outstanding original ancient Khmer/Cambodian Vishnu buddha carved sandstone head statue/sculpture dating from the 12th century. Mounted on a piece of teak wood base. Marked on the...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Antique Antiquities
Materials
Sandstone
A Rare Yue Celadon Cong-Shaped Vase, Western Jin Dynasty(3-5th C)
Located in seoul, KR
This vase is an exceptionally rare piece and likely the only known example of a Cong-shaped vase from the Jin Dynasty. While some experts may attribute this work to the Song Dynasty or later periods based on its form, it is, in fact, a much earlier creation from the 3rd to 4th century CE during the Jin Dynasty. It was imported from Hong Kong in the late 1990s and was acquired by our gallery as part of a collection that included other Jin Dynasty Yue celadon pieces.
The vase features a cylindrical form with a square (方形) design and geometric incised patterns. While these design elements became more refined and sophisticated during the Song Dynasty (960~1279), their origins trace back much earlier, as evidenced by Cong-shaped jade artifacts dating as far back as 2,500 B.C.E. Examples of these ancient jade Congs...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Antique Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base.
Age: Burma, Shan Period, 17th Century
Size: Height 20.3 C.M. / Width 9.2 C.M. ...
Category
17th Century Burmese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Tang Dynasty, Antique Chinese Painted Pottery Horse and Rider with Oxford TLTest
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Rare antique Chinese painted pottery horse and rider with original pigments remaining.
Thermoluminescence (TL) test result from Oxford Authentication Ltd.
is included.
Age: China, T...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Standing Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden standing Buddha, with lacquered, gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the headband and borders of the robe.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Cen...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Set of Refine Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Attendants and a Sedan Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
A set of very refined green glazed attendants and one sedan chair, each with benevolent facial expression, beautiful colors and lines, Ming dynasty 1368-1644. Three glazed attendants...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Antique Moroccan Jobbana Ceramic Lidded Butter Pot
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Antique Moroccan 'Jobbana' ceramic lidded butter pot glazed with blue, turquoise and orange with black patterned outlines on a white ground decoration with ...
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antiquities
Materials
Metal
Tibet Old Pair Amulet Pendants Single Ying Yang And Twenty One Eye Dzi Beads
Located in South Burlington, VT
A unique pair (2), valuable and powerful Protection Amulet Dzi from Tibet
A scarce Tibetan or Central Asian single eye "ying Yang" and twenty one eye agate Dzi...
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities
Materials
Agate
A Rare Longquan Celadon 'Hundred Rib' Jar, Song-Yuan Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This beautifully crafted jar features a wide baluster form, swelling gracefully from a short and slightly tapered foot. The design is accentuated by slender, elegant vertical ribs th...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Antique Antiquities
Materials
Celadon
19th Century Bronze Temple Bell
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This 19th C. Japanese Buddhist bronze temple or monastery bell, features a stylized two-headed dragon loop handle at top, four studded panels at shoulde...
Category
19th Century Tibetan Antique Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese leather chair, Primitive Chair, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an antique chair from the Showa era.
The deep-colored genuine leather has a unique texture and soft feel that comes from years of use. You can enjoy the changes in the leath...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities
Materials
Leather
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...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Antiquities
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Coromandel 4-Fold Screens
Located in Queens, NY
2 Asian Chinese style (20th Century) red coromandel 4 fold screens. (PRICED EACH).
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Archaic Jade Pendant, China, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
This amazing Archaic Jade pendant, was realized in China in the early 20th century.
In very good condition, except for signs of aging.
Provenance: I...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antiquities
Materials
Jade
18th Century, Japanese Edo Period Lacquer & Chain Mail Suit of Samurai Armor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Japanese, Edo Period (1603-1868), likely late 18th century.
Step into the rich tapestry of Japanese history with this exquisite 18th-century Edo Period Lacquer & Chain Mail Suit of Armor, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends martial craftsmanship with artistic elegance. Crafted during a period of unparalleled cultural refinement, this armor is a testament to the meticulous skill and dedication of Japanese artisans.
The Gosuko armor, at the heart of this ensemble, embodies the traditional armor design of the Edo Period. Each meticulously lacquered plate, carefully adorned with ornate motifs, reflects not only the functional sophistication required for battle but also the aesthetic sensibilities intrinsic to Japanese art. The incorporation of chain mail adds a layer of flexibility and mobility, harmonizing the demands of protection with the fluidity required in combat.
A crowning glory to this armor is the Kabuto Helmet, an iconic symbol of samurai identity and resilience. Its design not only provides formidable protection but also serves as a canvas for artistic expression. The helmet's form, combined with lacquer embellishments and a crest, creates a striking visual statement, a representation of the wearer's identity and lineage.
To complete the ensemble, the armor comes with a brocade fabric, adding a touch of regality to this already magnificent piece. The interplay of textures and colors in the brocade further elevates the visual impact, turning the act of donning this armor into a ceremonial experience.
For the discerning collector, this piece is presented in a lacquer armor box, meticulously crafted to safeguard and showcase the historical significance of the armor. The accompanying wood armor display stand serves as a stage, allowing this masterpiece to command attention in any setting, whether it be a private collection, museum exhibit, or a distinguished living space.
Owning this 18th-century Japanese Edo Period Lacquer...
Category
18th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Antiquities
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Japanese antique wabi-sabi board/wall hanging object/like an abstract painting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a workbench board made during the Meiji era to the early Showa period.
It was used in a traditional house in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture.
Originally employed for tasks s...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Antiquities
Materials
Maple
Japanese Antique Chests of Small Drawers , Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This medicine chest from the Meiji period has 36 small drawers and is highly practical.
It can be used for storage, of course, but depending on your ideas, it can also be used for a...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Iron Display Stand 1900s-1940s / Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japanese iron display stand.
This item is from the early Showa period (1900s-1940s).
Rust has accumulated over time, giving it a wonderful texture.
It is ideal for a variety of displ...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities
Materials
Iron
Antique Traditional Indonesian Gong and bonang
Located in Milano, IT
This extraordinary piece of art from Southeast Asia exudes an ancient charm that transcends time, telling stories of distant traditions and cultures. Dating back to the late 19th century, this work is a testament to the skill and dedication of the artisans of that era, who infused life and soul into every detail.
The gong, the undisputed protagonist of this composition, is made of copper and features a dark patina that accentuates its antique and mystical character. This aged surface, which softens its original shine, adds depth and mystery, almost whispering the stories and rituals for which it was used.
Supporting the gong is a solid wooden structure, painted in a lacquered red that, despite the marks of time, retains a timeless beauty. The traces of wear reveal layers of underlying color, giving the piece a lived-in and authentic charm, as if it had witnessed countless ceremonies and sacred moments.
Alongside the main gong, two small gongs...
Category
Early 19th Century Indonesian Chinese Export Antique Antiquities
Materials
Metal, Copper
Pair Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs
Located in Houston, TX
Copper base cloisonné Fu Dogs made for Chinese export with gilded, mane, ears and accents. This pair from 1910s or earlier.
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Antiquities
Materials
Copper
19th Century, Antique Burmese Bronze Elephant Bell with Stand
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze elephant bell with stand.
Age: Burma, 19th Century
Size: Height 12.5 C.M. / Width 9 C.M.
Size including stand: Height 23.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Nanjing Crackleware Blue and White Vase
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Full of character, this wonderful late 19th century Chinese Nanjing baluster vase features exquisite hand-painted decorations of birds and fish in vivid blue around its lower belly a...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
Famille Verte Vases, Kangxi Period, 1662-1722
Located in Delft, NL
Famille Verte vases, Kangxi period, 1662-1722
Famille Verte, Kangxi 1662-1722 Chinese porcelain vases with beautiful colors, especially the blue ...
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Antique Simple Cabinet, Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
A storage shelf with a dignified yet gentle feel.
You can sense the elegance of its fine construction even from a distance.
The overall design is decorated with a traditional Japane...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Antique Japanese Koto Wakizashi Sword
Located in Dallas, TX
Japanese Koto Wakizashi Sword
Japan
Ca. 1400-1600s
Length: 24.25” Blade
Total Length: 27.25
Nagasa: 18.5”
Koto wakizashi, with wild midare (Soshu?) hamon, including wild boshi. Hada indeterminate, with Shakudo & gold dragon menuki, beehive design fuchi kashira...
Category
16th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Antiquities
Materials
Steel
Two Straw-Glazed Pottery Figures of Court Male and Female, Sui-Tang dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This pair of straw-glazed pottery figures represents a male and female court attendant, both elegantly attired in period fashion. The female figure wears a flowing robe with draped f...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Tang Antique Antiquities
Materials
Pottery, Straw
Japanese Byobu - Japanese screen six panels
Located in Brescia, IT
Six-panel folding screen depicting the famous legend of Hikaru Genji, a nobleman of extraordinary grace and beauty, and his gallant adventures at court.
The novel Genji Monogatari, w...
Category
Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Antiquities
Materials
Gold Leaf
Ethnographic Fish Scale Hat Handmade Molucca, Indonesia.
Located in Leuven , BE
Ethnographic Fish Scale Hat Handmade Molucca, Indonesia.
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Antiquities
Materials
Animal Skin
Antique Tibetan Buddhist Handcrafted handheld Spinning Prayer wheel
Located in Pomona, CA
This is handcrafted Tibetan handheld spinning Prayer Wheel. This spinning prayer wheel was made from Sky Iron and has detailed handcrafted Tibetan traditional design with Copper wire...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities
Materials
Metal
Japanese wooden wabi-sabi board/Early 20th century/Display stand/MINGEI
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old wooden work board called a “Kate-Kiri-Ban,” which was used in the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, around the early 20th century. The name breaks down as fo...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities
Materials
Chestnut
Japanese Half Kimono Belt Hanhaba Obi Black and Orange ButterFly 1980s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Japanese beautiful Kimono belt called 'Han haba obi'.
Both side are with motifs but different motifs. It is a belt for kimono but you can use as a table runner or wall deco...
Category
1980s Japanese Showa Vintage Antiquities
Materials
Silk
Chinese Archaic Bronze Hu and Cover, Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD), China
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic Chinese Han Dynasty archaic bronze ritual wine vessel, hu, and cover, ex. Michael Goedhuis, Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD), China.
The archaic ritual bronze hu of typical...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary Japanese Chochin Floor Lamp Limited Edition #1 Zen Washi
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: OBAKE A
Contemporary style Japanese Washi Japanese traditional paper shade floor lamp. Washi shade is famous as Isamu Noguchi Akari lightings.
Base is made of brass. Limited pattern painted model. Edition of 3+1AP
E26,27 light bulb.
Available to work with 100-250V.
Artist statement
In Japan, there is an animist belief that the soul dwells in old tools that have passed a long time and turns into spirits such as "Youkai" or "OBAKE." Its existence lurks in the darkness of everyday life, sometimes causing fear and sometimes entertaining.
This lantern is not an old tool, but it is made by the historic "Kojima Shoten", where the 10th generation are craftsmen in Kyoto. It's rare nowadays, and it's a style in which lanterns are made from bamboo bones to assembling papers and painting in one workshop and go. So, I decided to transform the polite crafted Japanese lanterns, which have been run through a traditional history, into a modern and pop style. It's not just OBAKE lurking in the darkness, but an existence who snuggles up to us as a more sophisticated being.
These one-eyed OBAKE have a meaningful look that originated in ancient Sanskrit culture. The red-eye "A [a]" is the facial expression that is the first pronunciation to make a sound in Sanskrit, which means "truth" and "spirit of inquiry" at the same time. The blue-eyed "UN [hu?]" expresses the pronunciation to close the sound, and at the same time means "wisdom" and "nirvana." There is also the idea that describing the beginning and end of the universe is represented by considering the "A" and "UN" as a pair. In Asia, it is a common sight to see a pair of guardian statues...
Category
2010s Japanese Edo Antiquities
Materials
Brass
Pair of Asian Hand Carved Wooden Lanterns
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Asian Hand Carved Wooden Lanterns. Nice decorative pair in a rich cinnabar color. This pair is not identical but very similar. Heavily carved gilt wood with amazing detail. H...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Antiquities
Materials
Glass, Wood
16th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base.
Age: Burma, Shan Period, 16th Century
Size: Height 16.3 C.M. / Width 8.6 C.M.
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Category
16th Century Burmese Antique Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Tang Dynasty Terracotta Pottery Statue of Civil Officer, Oxford TL Tested
Located in Greenwich, CT
An elegant and superbly sculpted pottery statue of standing civil official, Tang dynasty 618-907, come with oxford authentication TL test certificate. Oxford TL Test...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Antiquities
Materials
Terracotta
Japanese Antique Pottery Manekineko Rocking Cat Object 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a vintage piggy bank of manekineko cat. It is made with pottery and it was made around 1970s in Showa era. This cat is rocking object, it is rare than the other manekineko ca...
Category
1970s Japanese Showa Vintage Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s /Tansu, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This small drawer was produced in the Taisho period.
This chest is made of sturdy cedar with a lacquer finish, with a base panel made of lightweight paulownia wood and an iron handl...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Blue And White Yuan-style ‘Dragon’ Bottle Vase, Yuhuchunping, Early Qing dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The vase is delicately potted featuring a pear-shaped body that rests on a slightly flared foot and extends upward into a trumpet-shaped neck. Its exterior showcases a dynamic, three-clawed dragon in stride amidst flames.
This piece reflects a similar style to Yuan dynasty Yuhuchunping dragon vases, while reinterpreting certain details, such as the sharp and simplified shape of the dragon's head, the distinctive straight design of its claws, and the intricate depiction of the dragon’s scales.
The sticker on the base indicates that the absolute age was determined through radiological mechanical appraisal using the quantum absolute dating method, with the results pointing to the early 18th century.
Period : Qing Dynasty(Presumably Kangxi or Yongzheng Period)
Type : Yuhuchunping
Medium : Blue and White glaze
Condition : Excellent(slight salt residue remains on the surface, and the glaze is worn primarily around the edges, such as mouth and base)
Provenance: Southeast Asia, South China Sea from Shipwreck in early 2000s
Reference :
1) Christies Hong Kong 26 SEP 2024 - Lot 2
(Price realised : 819,000 HKD / Type : related)
* Yuan-Ming Style from Qing Dynasty
During the Qing dynasty, many ceramics were produced that imitated the styles of the Ming and Yuan dynasties. This practice was not mere imitation but a creative endeavor to inherit and innovate upon past techniques and styles. Qing dynasty ceramicists mastered the exceptional techniques of Ming and Yuan ceramics and used them as a foundation to develop more advanced works. Particularly, Yuan dynasty blue and...
Category
Early 18th Century Vietnamese Qing Antique Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
