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Place of Origin: East Asian
Decorative Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted, Signed
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the the early 20th century, covered with a ...
Category
Early 20th Century Edo East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin, 18th Century, Southern China
Located in Austin, TX
A Chinese early Qing Dynasty carved and lacquered wood figure of Guanyin, Southern China, 17th/18th century.
Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion and Mercy, is portrayed seated in dhyanasana, one hand raised in viktara mudra, the gesture of teaching and discourse.
The great bodhisattva is dressed in heavy, loose robes tied at the chest, with a mantle draped over his shoulders. He looks serenely outwards from heavily lidded eyes. Guanyin's face carved beautifully with somewhat feminine features. A large five pointed crown sits upon his head. The larger leaves of the crown carved with indistinct images of the Buddha.
The statue was originally fully lacquered in the deep red gilt lacquer typical of Southern Chinese Buddhist sculpture...
Category
Early 18th Century Qing Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Bronze Tibetan Couple Statue Vajrasattva Yab Yum
Located in Somis, CA
A rare statue of the joined Tibetan Deities Yab-yum (in Tibetan "father-mother"). The statue represents the primordial union of wisdom and compassion, de...
Category
19th Century Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Fisherman Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Visible is a fisherman with 2 fishes in his hand.
Weight: 19 grams
Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From...
Category
20th Century Meiji East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage Decorative Egg, Chinese, Cloisonne, Ornament, Late Art Deco, circa 1940
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage decorative egg. A Chinese, cloisonné ornament, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1940.
Colourful example of vintage cloi...
Category
Mid-20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Chinese Terracotta Court Ladies Han Style Set of Three
Located in Somis, CA
A set of beautiful terracotta court ladies in the Han dynasty style. Featured are governesses whose jobs are to train the ladies of the house all manners and etiquette, as well as th...
Category
20th Century Tang East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Chinese Polychrome Jade Emperor Altar Figure, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This 18th-century carved wooden figure likely depicts the Jade Emperor, the supreme monarch of heaven and earth in Chinese folklore and Taoist mythology. Ruler of all deities and ben...
Category
Early 19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large Antique Transitional Dehua Blanc de Chine Figure of Guandi, 17th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Transitional or Kangxi Blanc de Chine Porcelain Guandi, from Dehua Kilns, 17th century.
Blanc de Chine Porcelain :
The porcelain known in the West as Blanc de Chine was produced 3...
Category
17th Century Qing Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Brass Buddha with child Incense 1940s China
Located in Den Haag, NL
Chinese Buddha with child . The child is a insert ,can be removed .
The holes are for incense ,i think . strange combination .Do you
now more than me . Solid Brass .
Category
1940s Chinese Export Vintage East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Pair of Carved Tamarind Wood Buddha Candleholders
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Early 20th century set of two hand carved tamarind wood laughing Buddha candleholders.
Measures: Height 15" (38 cm).
Category
Early 20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Samuraï Yoshitsune Puppet Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Samuraï Yoshitsune Puppet with structure in wood,
hand-carved wood, hand-painted wood, hand-lacquered
wood, covered with hand-embroidered silk puppet garments.
With arro...
Category
1980s Vintage East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Wood
Asian Carved Hard Stone Exotic Fruit W/Jade Leaves Banana?
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Love the yellow green color of this fruit but I'm not sure if it is a banana or a fruit that looks like a small, skinny banana but it would be a wonderful, unusual fruit for a colle...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Jade
Mr. B 2001 Designer Toy by Michael Lau in Near Mint Condition
Located in Weesp, NL
Mr. B limited edition of 200 pcs 2001 Art Toy from the Crazy Children series by Michael Lau. Produced by Crazy Smiles. This rare piece comes with it's orig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Paper
Bronze Sculpture Japanese Scholar Scroll Fukurokuju Inlay
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Well done, very sharp detailed cast bronze figure with inlay of silver metal on scroll, 1920s- 1930s. Beautiful golden patina on head and bottom from years of handling. 8.3 lbs.
Category
1920s Chinese Export Vintage East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Miyao bronze warrior, 36cm high
By Eisuke Miyao 1
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality Japanese Meiji period bronze statue of a Samurai Warrior firing a bow and arrow. Having a wonderful patination and gilded highlights.
Batch 83 634230 SNKZZ
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair Large Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed and Painted Pottery Figures, 16th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A striking pair of large Chinese glazed and painted pottery figures, Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644), circa 16th century, China.
The impressive and realistically modeled figures each portrayed standing upright upon a sancai (three color) glazed pedestal of kang table form.
The man is dressed in a short black surcoat over a long robe and pants, a smart cap upon his head. His face is warm and welcoming, with wide eyes and a slight smile on his lips. He holds his hands out in front of him, palms up, almost as if shrugging, though presumably originally holding an object or offering, now lost.
The woman of slightly smaller stature, and dressed in a longer surcoat over a long robe and skirt. She wears a fitted cap upon her head. Her hands also held out in front, grasping long lost objects. Her face is slightly more severe, with a somewhat pinched look, and slight frown upon her lips.
The size of these figures is remarkable, as is the realism and attention to detail, almost as if they were modeled after real people, as opposed to the more common and generic Ming Dynasty pottery...
Category
16th Century Ming Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Chinese Sancai Glazed Buddhist Arhat, Ming Dynasty, c. 1600
Located in Chicago, IL
This imposing figure is the head of an Arhat, a Buddhist devotee who has attained enlightenment, also called a “Luohan.” The eighteen original Arhat are the personal disciples of Buddha and the guardians of Buddhist adherents. Each is represented with a unique disposition, posture, and distinctive symbol.
This exquisitely formed monumental ceramic Arhat dates to the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) and has likely been separated from its original full body sculpture...
Category
Early 17th Century Ming Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Vintage Chinese Porcelain PROC Shiwan Figure, 1990/80
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Chinese Shiwan Figure. Dating to the 1980’s or 90’s.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Decoration Type / Colour: Polychrome
Region of Origin: China
Period...
Category
20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Fu Lu Shou Feng Shui Trio Gods Figurines with Marks
Located in Pomona, CA
This beautiful set of three antique porcelain statues features the Chinese deities Fu, Lu, Shou, commonly known as the Fu Lu Shou gods in folks China. Each statue represents a diffe...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo A Set of 2 Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo A Set of 2 with structure
in wood, hand-carved wood, hand-painted wood, hand-lacquered
wood, covered with hand-em...
Category
Early 1900s Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Wood
Antique Carved Stone Court Figure Sculpture with Tall Headdress
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese carved stone court figure head sculpture with original polychromy. Attracting our attention with its tall headdress and remnants of original polychromy, this Chine...
Category
18th Century Qing Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Padma Sambhav Teacher Gilt Bronze Tibetan Figure
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful, gilded bronze statue of Padma Sambhav, the founder of Tibetan Buddhism. This 2 lb statue is very finely made showcasing every detail from top to base, with hand painted ...
Category
20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ethereal Terracotta Chinese Ancestor Sculpture on Lucite Base
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely terracotta sculpture of an Asian figure with beautiful weathered patina. Custom lucite base.
Category
1940s Chinese Export Vintage East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Ming Dynasty Carved Ancestor Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
Marvel at the exquisite artistry of this carved wood Chinese Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644) ancestor figure—a captivating depiction of a seated man adorned in the distinguished attire o...
Category
17th Century Ming Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Japanese Miyao Bronze Figures
By Zo Miyao 1
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality pair of Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Miyao bronze figures depicting a mother carrying her child with a wicker basket on her head, carr...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Chinese Porcelain PROC Miniature Shiwan Figure, 1990/80s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Chinese Shiwan Li Bai Figure. Dating to the 1980’s or 90’s.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Decoration Type / Colour: Polychrome
Region of Origin: China...
Category
20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Wooden Figure Bali Indonesia Statue Wood
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely wooden Balinese Statue. Very high quality of carving. Great display pieces.Lovely pair of carved wooden Balinese bookend statues. Very high qual...
Category
20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinese Carved Wood Standing Sculpture of Quan Yin Figure, Circa 1890's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Chinese Carved Wood Standing Sculpture of Quan Yin Figure, Circa 1890's.
The figure of the sculptor is a Buddhist symbol of enlightenment and compassion.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Antique Stone Figures Statues Han Style
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of vintage solid stone court attendants. Of tall slender form, wearing long flowing robes flaring at the bottom with hands within wide, decorative cuffs. The realistically mod...
Category
Mid-20th Century Han East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Contemporary Tibetan Bronze Skull Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
An early 21st century bronze skull with gilded mandala and gilded teeth. Very rare, from Tibet.
Category
Early 2000s East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Tatto Limited Edition Gardener Meets NIKE 2006 Designer Toy
Located in Weesp, NL
Tatto limited edition Gardener meets Nike 2006 Art Toy in beautiful laser engraved wooden box by Michael Lau and produced by Crazysmiles. This rare...
Category
Early 2000s Modern East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Chinese Celadon Glazed Temple Headrest, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
To keep her elaborate hairstyle intact while sleeping, a well-to-do Qing-dynasty woman would use a rigid headrest or neck pillow to keep her head elevated. Whether functional or pure...
Category
Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Chinese Wood Relief
Located in Roma, IT
Chinese Wood Relief is an original artwork realized by an anonymous manufacturer in the early XX century.
Wooden carved gold painted red lacquer.
Goo...
Category
Early 20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Tang Dynasty Pottery Camel
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Chinese (Tang Dynasty) unglazed pottery camel with an open mouth and head turned with a double hump back.
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Three Large Midcentury Japanese Geisha Figurines
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool set of three large (9.75" tall) iron Japanese geisha figurines, circa 1970s. The cast iron with gold gilt pieces are very heavy and solid a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Chinese Peking Glass Bok Choy Charm, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
Although practiced for centuries, Chinese glass-making gained prominence during the Qing-dynasty with the introduction of Peking glass. Adapting European technologies, workshops in the Imperial Palace began creating layered and intricately-carved glass pieces that mimicked the translucency of jade, semiprecious stones, and rare jewels.
This Peking glass charm is sculpted as a tiny bok choy...
Category
Early 20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo B Set of 2 Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo B Set of 2 with structure
in wood, hand-carved wood, hand-painted wood, hand-lacquered
wood, covered with hand-...
Category
Early 1900s Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Wood
Lovely Qing Dynasty Chinese Soapstone Statue Nicely Carved Wise Man
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Chinese Statue. The artist really did it's best on this one.
Additional information:
Material: Soapstone
Type: Statues
Region of Origin: China
Period: ca 1900 Qing (1661 - 1...
Category
19th Century Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
Chinese Polychrome Wooden Altar Spirit, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved in wood, this 19th-century figure of a spirit paid tribute to ancestors past on a traditional altar table. Allowing the base to reflect the wood’s natural state, the artist ca...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage Chinese Porcelain PROC Shiwan Figure, 1990
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Chinese Shiwan Figure. Dating to the 1980’s or 90’s.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Decoration Type / Colour: Polychrome
Period...
Category
20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Carved Wood Teaching Buddha in Ming Style
Located in Atlanta, GA
A statue of standing Buddha (Shakyamuni), finely carved out a single block of wood (might be cypress based on the wood grains). Attired in a flowing robe with open chest, the Buddha ...
Category
19th Century Ming Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Terracotta Figure of a Cook Han Style
Located in Somis, CA
A 19th century terracotta male figure modelled after the Han dynasty figures dating 206 BC-220 AD. Beautifully rendered with downcast eyes and soft colors. A full face with plump che...
Category
Late 19th Century Han Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta
CC 22 Undelivery P.E.T.E.R. by Michael Lau 2003 Designer Art Toy
By Lau Michael
Located in Weesp, NL
Michael Lau 2003 Designer Toy Undelivery P.E.T.E.R. CC22
Fantastic designer toy created by Micjael Lau in 2003. A very rare limited edition of 30 pcs hand painted by Michael Lau and almost impossible to find.
This urban vinyl figure is in great condition and comes as a complete set.
Measurements: H 26 x W 9 x D 5 cm.
Price is for only this one figure. Others available.
Urban Vinyl, Vinyl Art also called Designer Toys are created by an artist or designer working with a production company, or solely, to produce a limited run of a collectible 3D figure in one or more colour variants. It all started when in the 1990's Hong Kong based artist Michael Lau showed up at a Hong Kong toy show with customized GI Joe figures, that had been reworked into urban hip hop characters, wearing cool streetwear labels and accessories. This ignited a trend that first spread from Hong Kong and Japan, and was initially known as Urban Vinyl, but now the more accepted term is Designer Toys, which is more encompassing.
In Michael Lau footsteps followed many artists like Kaws, Frank Kozik, Gary Baseman, Bill Mcmullen...
Category
Early 2000s East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plastic
Carved Jade Old Man with Child Figurine
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a small jade Asian old man with a child figure. It depicts a carved orange jade old man holding a child. The small sculpture is standing over a gilt ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Jade, Metal
Tibetan Gilt Bronze Arm of the Buddha, Early 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A stunningly graceful life-sized arm and hand of the Buddha, Tibet, late 18th or early 19th century. The hand is beautifully cast, with long, elega...
Category
Early 19th Century Tibetan Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Set of Eighteen Blanc de Chine Enameled Ceramic Arhats or Luohan Buddhas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare set of eighteen Blanc de Chine Style Enameled - Glazed Ceramic Arhat, also known as Luohans, the disciples of Buddha, each bearing the mark and style of the Chinese maker Zeng Longsheng. The Eighteen Arhats (or Luohan) (Chinese: ????; pinyin: Shíba Luóhàn; Wade–Giles: Shih-pa Lo-han) are depicted in Mahayana Buddhism as the original followers of Gautama Buddha (arhat) who have followed the Noble Eightfold Path...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Soapstone Buddha Carving on Stand
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese Soapstone Buddha Carving on Stand, smiling Buddha with three children holding objects including the peaches of immortality, on a fitted pierced black stand. 5.25" H x 5" W x ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
Pair of Chinese Lidded Porcelain Elephant Figurines
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Antique Chinese olive green elephant figurines, decorated with carved detailing and pierced sides, and fitted with lids (PRICED AS PAIR).
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Soldiers
Located in Austin, TX
A well modelled pair of Tang dynasty painted pottery soldiers.
The warriors portrayed standing, dressed in form fitting, elaborate layered Armor with fitted helmets. The breastplate...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Tang Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Courtsman Statuette with Original Polychromy
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Ming Dynasty painted terracotta courtsman figure with original polychromy. Attracting our eye with its weathered appearance and subtle polychromy, this Ming Dynasty terracotta courtsman figure exudes historical charm and elegance. This exquisite statuette, dating from the Chinese Ming Dynasty, features a courtsman resting on a hexagonal base, providing a stable and aesthetically pleasing foundation. Topped with a simple headdress and clothed in a long, flowing robe, the figure showcases a slight movement of the hips, creating a sense of liveliness and grace.
His right arm is extended in a gesture, while his left arm remains hidden under his clothes, adding an element of mystery and sophistication. The original polychromy, though weathered, adds a touch of vibrant color that enhances the figure's visual appeal and historical authenticity.
This Chinese courtsman figure will make for an exquisite decorative addition to any home. Its refined elegance and rich cultural heritage make it a versatile piece, perfect for placing on a commode, side table, or shelf. Whether in a living room, study, or entryway, this Ming Dynasty figure will bring a touch of ancient Chinese artistry and timeless beauty to any interior space.
With its harmonious blend of form and function, this painted terracotta courtsman figure celebrates the enduring appeal of Ming Dynasty art...
Category
17th Century Ming Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Japanese Pottery Effigie Sculpture of a Woman & Child 18thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Pottery Effigie Sculpture of a Woman & Child 18thC
Measures- 11" H x 5.75" W x 4.25" D;
Category
18th Century Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Chinese Gilt Limestone Stele of Maitreya Buddha
Located in Chicago, IL
This intricate limestone stele of a standing buddha likely depicts Maitreya, the Buddha of the Future. The only Buddhist divinity revered as both a bodhisattva and a Buddha, Maitreya is prophesied to return to Earth some time in the distant future and continue the historic Buddha's teachings of the Dharma. Like the historic Shakyamuni Buddha, Maitreya is a compassionate being devoted to showing the path to enlightenment.
Carved in the style of sixth century Chinese statuary...
Category
20th Century Qing East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Small Hand-Painted Terracotta Priestess Statue
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Chinese standing priestess sculpture made from terracotta during the later stages of the Qing dynasty with traces of original paint. This small hollow statue displays ...
Category
19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Massive Solid Alabaster Antique Hand Carved Asian Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful solid alabaster antique Asian large sculpture hand carved, circa 1950s, great condition no chips or cracks or chips came out of a state i...
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
Petite Bronze Garuda Figurine
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite bronze figurine is cast in the form of Garuda, a demigod and mythical king of birds in Hindu and Buddhist faith. Taking the form of half-bird...
Category
20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ming Period Fahua Pottery Chinese Table Screen Scholar Eight immortals Shoulou
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A chinese porcelain table screen from the Ming period, 16/17th century. Decorated in High Relief With Shoulou on his crane and the Eight Immorta...
Category
16th Century Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Hand Carved Chinese Figurative Statue or Sculpture, Marble
Located in Miami, FL
Artfully carved from amber colored marble this figurative Chinese statue or sculpture
stands 4 1/8" H x 1 3/4" w x 1 1/8" D.
Although this piece shows age appropriate wear, it ...
Category
20th Century East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Fine Chinese Carved Wood Statue of Lady with Parasol, 1900
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Ca 1900 Fine Chinese Carved Wood Statue of a lady with Parasol. China, finely carved wooden statue.
Additional information:
Material: Wood / Bamboo
Region of Origin: China
Period: 19th century
China Dynasty Period: Qing (1661 - 1912)
Condition: Condition Some damage and broken pieces to robe, foot and hand...
Category
19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
