Gilded Wood Mask, Polychrome, Japan, Says of the Imperial Dance of Bugaku Dances

Japanese bronze of Miyao in patinated and gilded bronze on wooden base, 19th century, Japan, Meji period. Measures: H 13 cm, W 7 cm, D 6 cm.

Statue of a Dancer in the taste of Antiquity, 20th century. Sculpture representing a dancer in the taste of Antiquity, in composite material, 20th century.     h: 111cm , w: 39cm, d...

Bronze the Dancer and her Assistant, Vienna, signed B, 19th century. Measures: H 27 cm, W 9.5 cm, D 10 cm.

Sculpture, the Dancers in Bronze on a Marble Base in the Art Deco Style, 20th Century. Sculpture, the Dancers in Bronze on a Marble Plinth in the Art Deco Style, second half of the ...

Gilded bronze bust of Louise Brongniart by Houdon. Sculpture of a bust of Louise Brongniart by Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828), reproduction of the XIXth century.     h: 23cm , w: 1...

Carved wood sculpture from the 19th century. Measures: H: 54 cm, W: 26 cm, D: 18 cm.

Ogoni Karikpo polychromed Dance Mask ,Ogoni Peopme, Nigeria. Provenance:Lefevre 1995 This powerful Ogoni mask features an oval face ,pierced circular eyes, a the cylindrical mo...

A magnificent life-size Mexican folk art hand carved and painted wood body dance mask, in the form of a mermaid, dating to the early 20th century, most likely originating in Guerrero, Mexico. Featuring a large nude female form, exquisitely detailed throughout, including intricately painted eyes, sculpted wavy hair and rich polychrome decorated scaled tail mounted with fish figure, having cutout for wearing around waist, moderately hollowed body reduces overall weight, and arms jointed at the shoulder allowing the arms to rotate and freely move when worn. Retaining later looped wires for hanging from the ceiling or wall. Great original antique / vintage condition with expected heavily distressed patina and chippy paint finish losses. All wear consistent with age and indicative of use. Provenance / Acquisition: From the collection of Mrs. Bettye Wellons, Austin, Texas. Acquired from highly reputable auction house Austin Auction Gallery, established in 1983, Austin, Texas. 2022 Texas Mansion Carved Antiques & Decor catalog. Overall dimensions: (approx) Raised on arms angled back with back head up...

Important Pair Of Cherubs In Carved, Gilded And Polychrome Wood From The 17th Century. It is of very good quality (see the work on the clothes). In very good conditions. The base is...

Early 19th century Japanese wood noh mask, This mask comes in its original kiri wood storage box, which is signed and dated: Koran, 1811 (Edo period). The box...

This is truly a wonderful piece with clear age and a nice patina to it. Very unique. We have not seen another quite like it. The monk appears to have glass eyes which gives his expression a very humanistic feel. The head is removable (please see the last image). From a collection of Japanese arts and artifacts. Most likely dates back to the Edo period. Would make for a nice addition to any Japanese or Asian artifacts...

Nafana "Bedu" mask, from Southern Burkina Faso/Ivory Coast. Wood with natural earth pigments. Note the double faces, one with tubular eyes and mouth for the dancer and the larger a...