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Place of Origin: East Asian
Fragile Structure#10 Norihiko Terayama Berndt Friberg
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series is made up of some glass and some ceramic works. These works are highly unique form and looking. Norihiko Terayama created them from damaged vases, coffee cups and so on....
Category
2010s Modern East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Green Fluorite Cluster From Hunan, China
Located in New York, NY
From Xianghualing, Hunan Province, China
Internally clear transparent crystal cluster of vivid green cubic fluorite crystals on matrix. The matrix is clearly visible through the c...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Crystal, Other
Chinese Gilt Brocade Ball Fragment, c. 1870
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-carved wooden fragment was originally a decorative element of ornate Qing-dynasty furniture or architecture. Colored by gilt pigments over an underlayer of red lacquer, the fragment depicts a silk brocade ball, commonly depicted alongside fu dog lions to symbolize high rank or power. The embroidered ball is flanked by chrysanthemum blossoms and tied with a long flowing ribbon, a sign of longevity. Elevated by a custom steel display mount, the storied fragment adds bright color and iridescence to a bookcase or table arrangement...
Category
Late 19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pot and Wood3 Abstract Sculpture Contemporary Zen Japonism Style
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series of ceramics are unique work by Norihiko Terayama.
This is one of series of practicing relationships with function and decoration. Artis...
Category
2010s Japonisme East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Shiro Kuramata Spiral Ashtray1 Minimalist Japanese Design
By Shiro Kuramata
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shiro Kuramata's ashtray1. Made of black aluminum.
Rather optical art object than usual astray.
Category
1980s Minimalist Vintage East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Frog Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century.
Weight: 8 grams
Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen...
Category
20th Century Meiji East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Antique Japan Gold Gilt Good Luck Elephant Censer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique Japan gold-gilt good luck elephant censer is a captivating blend of artistry and symbolism. crafted with intricate detail and adorned with...
Category
Mid-20th Century East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Carved Yellow Soapstone Figure of Guanyin, Chinese circa 1900
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The finely carved full length figure of 'The Goddess of Compassion, Kindness & Mercy' shown attired in flowing robes, her hair worn in high chignon with her face effecting a serene a...
Category
Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
20th Century Chinese Cork Diorama, 1950s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful 20th century rectangular Chinese Cork diorama.
Finely carved decoration in its glass case and black lacquered base.
Careful and delicate work ...
Category
1950s Vintage East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Cork
Chinese Carved Limestone Head of the Buddha, Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A sensitively carved limestone monumental head of the Buddha, China, mid-20th century.
The large carved limestone head displays a quiet sensuousness typical of the Northern Qi style, and follows Northern Qi stylistic conventions, with an oval shaped head covered in pinwheel shaped curls. His full lips...
Category
Mid-20th Century East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
Early Chinese Stone Horse Sculpture
Located in Sheffield, MA
This early Chinese carved stone horse has markings of an elaborate bridle and is an impressive showpiece.
Category
19th Century Archaistic Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Tiger Sculpture Object by a Well Known Japanese Metal Artist
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Tiger sculpture object by a well known Japanese Metal artist Saegusa Soutarou
Saegusa Soutaro ( 1912-2006 ), his works were often displayed during p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Showa East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Pair Chinese Robins Egg Glazed Porcelain Parrots, Early 20th century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A striking pair of Chinese export porcelain models of parrots featuring a fantastic robins egg and lavender glaze, early 20th century, China.
The parrots are portrayed standing upri...
Category
Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Enamel
Pair Vintage Stone Court Lady Statues 48"
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of 20th century solid stone court lady statues. The full face is with long slender eyes under arched brows flanking a strong straight nose. Hair held...
Category
20th Century Han East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Hand carved Japanese Jizai Kagi hearth hook, 1603-1867
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Japanese hand carved Jizai Kagi hearth hook in keyaki wood (Japanese Zelkova). The hook is presented on a custom forged metal stand.
Japan, Edo Period, 16...
Category
18th Century Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Fragile Structure#18 Norihiko Terayama Kaj Franck
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Green and blue are available. Red is sold.
This series is made up of some glass and some ceramic works. These works are highly unique form and looking. Norihiko Terayama created the...
Category
2010s Modern East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Heavy Hand Carved Rose Quartz Large Owl Sculpture/Figurine
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a very detailed hand carved rose quartz heavy owl sculpture/figurine. It depicts different shades of pink. It is standing over what appears to be a branch of Cercis tree surr...
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Rose Quartz
Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Tang Horse
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your decor with this Vintage Asian glazed ceramic Tang horse. Featuring exquisite craftsmanship and a rich glaze, this piece brings an elegant touch of Eastern artistry to yo...
Category
Late 20th Century East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Chinese Carved Wood and Parcel Gilt Swans
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking pair of 19th century Chinese swan garnitures or sculptures hand carved in hardwood with an ebonized and gilt finish.
Category
19th Century Chinese Export Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Bronze Figure of a Seated Luohan, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
Located in Torino, IT
Cast seated wearing a simple robe with his right hand resting on the hilt of a snake-entwined sword, the left hand held aloft, his face with meditative expre...
Category
Early 1600s Ming Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Two Rare Japanese Izumo Clay Dolls of Emperor and Tenjin, Meiji Period
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Two rare Japanese Izumo clay dolls of Emperor and Tenjin, Nara Prefecture, Meiji period. Material and simple execution impart a flavor of antiquity and great decorative power. Empero...
Category
Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Northern Wei Dynasty Terracotta Sculpture Of A Seated Buddha 386-534 AD
Located in Dallas, TX
C. 386-534 AD. Chinese Northern Wei Dynasty.
A pre Tang Dynasty terracotta brick in a cream-coloured fabric featuring a beautiful depiction of a...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Han Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Vintage Chinese Silver 925 Enameled Foo Dogs - Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
This exquisite pair of vintage Chinese enameled Foo Dogs, crafted from 925 sterling silver, showcases remarkable detail and artistry. The intricate hand-applied enamel in rich hues o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Green Fluorite and Calcite from Shanhua Pu Mine, Hunan Province, China
Located in New York, NY
From Shanhua Pu Mine, Xianghualing, Hunan Province, China
Lustrous transparent green cubic fluorite crystals on matrix. The fluorite crystals are transparent and cubic crystal habit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
19th Century Signed Japanese Meiji Bronze Wave with Carrera Marble Sphere
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderfully unique Meiji Bronze Wave - the details and techniques are very intricate. There are no missing pieces or damage. the piece is in very...
Category
Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble, Bronze
Japanese Contemporary Grand Pottery Sculpture, Ca. 1980
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Contemporary Grand Pottery Sculpture, Ca. 1980
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This absolutely unique late 20th Century pottery sculpture with bamboo-styled formed handles features a wonderful artis...
Category
1980s Japonisme Vintage East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Lotus Flower Old Finial Sculptures
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Old lotus flowers finial sculptures mounted on a black base.
When I found them, there was a thick layer of wax mixed with dirt, hiding the wood carvin...
Category
Early 18th Century Other Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Statue of a Court Lady Wearing Brown Patterned Kimono and Holding a Baby
Located in Yonkers, NY
A small Chinese vintage statue of a court lady dressed in a brown geometric patterns kimono and holding a swaddled baby. Tilting her head slightly to the side and wearing a tradition...
Category
Mid-20th Century East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Near Pair of Japanese Jizai Kagi Wood Koi Folk Art Sculptures
Located in Atlanta, GA
A near pair of wood koi fish from Japan circa 1860-90s of late Meiji Period. Hand-carved from solid wood, these sculptures are known as Jizai Kagi in Japane...
Category
Late 19th Century Folk Art Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Zong Bi Sculpture in Han Bai Yu Stone on Steel Stand by Robert Kuo, Limited Ed
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Zong Bi sculpture on steel stand
Han Bai Yu stone
Hand carved
Limited edition.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Japanese bronze of a rooster with a great work of gold and chocolate patina
Located in PARIS, FR
Okimono bronze sculpture of a reclining rooster.
In the Kojiki (lit. “Records of Ancient Matters”), a collection of myths about the origins of Japan, the rooster manages to lure the...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Postmodern Ikebana Vase/Vessel by Studio Nova Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible pair of postmodern Ikebana vases by Studio Nova Japan. This rare and beautiful vintage piece is an original from which current styles are derive...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Han Dynasty Green Glazed Archers Watch Tower Oxford TL Tested
Located in Dallas, TX
Monumental Pottery Watch Tower in Green Glaze; Han Dynasty (2016 BC -AD 220)
Earthenware three-storied pavilion from the Eastern Han Dynasty. Each of the...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Han Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Walking Floor Lamp Polished or Matte Brass Gold Lighting Customizable
By Zhipeng Tan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The walking floor lamp can also be used as a sculpture or an accent piece in the interior. It is handmade by renowned Chinese artist Zhipeng Tan and can be customized in size and color.
Keyword: Floor lamp, lighting, sculpture
About the artist:
Since graduating with an Industrial design degree from the China Academy of Art in Hangzhou, Zhipeng Tan has focused on the ancient technique of lost-wax casting. Through this foundry process, rich in heritage and tradition, Tan explores his interest in organic forms. Often inspired by his environmental surroundings such as water and plants, he explores anthropomorphic themes, as well. Though trained as an Industrial designer, he has become an accomplished self-taught sculptor, eagerly exploring the elastic and permeable boundaries between art and design and finding a harmonious fusion of sculpture and furniture, provocative objects of both beauty and utility.
In spite of his rigorous training in computer modeling, Tan develops all of his concepts exclusively with hand drawing, preferring the direct connection to his work that sketching provides. As he likes to say, “Every line in the artwork is touched by me.” Most of his work is hand-sculpted in clay and the final work is achieved through casting, hammering, welding and polishing. He has chosen brass as his preferred medium in part because of its connection to historical tradition, but most especially because of its warm color, rich luster and versatility.
Though from his early work, one may sense the influence of Joan Miró, Henry Moore and Constantin Brancusi and in his more recent pieces there is a nod to the Post-Pop sensibilities of Jeff Koons and Takashi Murakami, the work of Zhipeng Tan is thoroughly original, an expression of his exuberance and imagination. In all of his work, one may see an exploration of our fundamental humanity and a desire to discover worlds within worlds. From the 33 Step Chair...
Category
2010s East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Asian Chinese (19/20th Cent) green and yellow small porcelain reclining foo dog figures
Category
19th Century Chinese Export Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Hematite Mineral with Calcite From Hubei, China
Located in New York, NY
Hematite included Calcite from Fengjiashan Mine, Edong Mining District, Daye Co., Hubei Province, China.
Large cluster of sharp scalenohedral crystals of calcite with red hematite...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Other
Antique Netsuke Japanese Monkey Thinking Sculpture Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century.
Provenance: From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen, A well known Dutch painter and artist from...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Azurite Mineral Crystal with Malachite from Anhui, China
Located in New York, NY
Azurite with Malachite from Liufengshan Mine, Guichi, Anhui Province, China.
Lustrous translucent vibrant royal blue crystals of azurite partially lining a gossan matrix with botryo...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Other
Japanese Tachibina (Imperial couple) doll set.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Tachibina (Imperial couple), rare and exceptionally fine standing pair of figures for the Hina Matsuri. The emperor has his arms spread to the si...
Category
Early 20th Century Meiji East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Textile, Wood
Pair of Chinese Ming Sancai Chiwen Roof Tiles, c. 1650
Located in Chicago, IL
These monumental Chinese roof tiles were once installed as part of the elaborate roof of a Ming-dynasty temple or grand courtyard home. Dated to the 17th century or earlier, the scul...
Category
17th Century Ming Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
Miao Minority Tribe Silver Necklace 11.5"H
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Silver Miao Minority Tribe Necklace mounted on a custom base. Meticulously designed to add a touch of cultural charm to your space, this captivating piece serves as a decora...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Pair of 20th Century Life Size Pink Striated Marble Baby Giraffes
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary pair of life-size striated salmon pink marble baby giraffe calves have been hand-carved. Both sculptures were diligently carved from a single slab of marble. The s...
Category
20th Century Modern East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Chinese Porcelain Traditional Figures
Located in Queens, NY
7 Asian Chinese (20th Cent) porcelain figures in blue and white patterns in traditional dress (PRICED EACH).
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Bronze Elephant and Tigers by Genryusai Seiya
Located in New Orleans, LA
Bronze Elephant and Tigers Genryusai Seiya
19th century
This extraordinary bronze sculpture by Genryusai Seiya, a master of the Meiji period, depicts a breathtaking battle between a...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Hand Carved Spinach Jade Phoenix Bird Figures with Wood Stands
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of lovely late 19th / early 20th century hand carved had phoenix bird sculptures with original custom wood bases. The spinach jade is a deep rich jade green without stands mea...
Category
Early 1900s Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Chinese Prosperity Stone Disc, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This round stone disc originated in Shanxi province as an early 20th-century threshing wheel. Secured to a wooden axel that ran through the center, the stone was rolled across stalks...
Category
Early 20th Century Minimalist East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
Large Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Horse Sculptures
Located in London, GB
Large pair of Chinese cloisonné enamel horse sculptures
Chinese, Early 20th Century
Horses: Height 159cm, width 185cm, depth 71cm
Bases: Height 48cm, width 174cm, depth 69cm
Both: ...
Category
Early 20th Century East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Enamel
Gunnar Cyren White Porcelain Polar Bear Coin Bank for Dansk
By Gunnar Cyren, Dansk
Located in Miami, FL
White porcelain polar bear coin bank designed by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk.
Category
Late 20th Century Modern East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
"Forest Mist" Meditation Stone Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculptural and unusual stone formations have long been fixtures of the Chinese scholars' studio, displayed as sources of beauty and creative inspiration. Known as scholars' rocks (go...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Steel
Vintage Hand-Carved Arching Wooden Sculpture with Floral and Animal Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage hand carved wooden floral and animal carving with arched silhouette. This mid-20th-century hand-carved wooden sculpture showcases exquisite craftsmanship in a beautifully a...
Category
Mid-20th Century East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Chinese Bronze Mirror with Cast Relief Dragon, Late 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique Chinese mirror is cast of bronze in the tang-dynasty style, with a lobed rim of eight flower petals, each filled with small cloud ...
Category
Late 19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair Of 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Partridges On Hardwood Base
Located in Dublin, IE
A beautiful pair of 19th century Meiji period Japanese Bronze fan tailed Partridges, on a shaped wooden base.
Circa 1900
Japan
H: 9 in / 23 cm ; Base: W: 13.77 in / 35 cm ; D: 8.6...
Category
Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Chinese Qing Dynasty Turquoise Glazed Parrots
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
A pair of parrots in China symbolizes affection, fidelity, and deep, enduring love. The parrot is also a powerful symbol of opportunity and the bearer of good news, drawing in positi...
Category
19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Antique Chinese Rose Quartz Carved Snuff Box
Located in Toronto, ON
This exquisite large antique Chinese circa 1880 carved rose quartz snuff box is a rare Maison Nurita find. Snuff boxes were first used by the Chinese and Mongolians during the Qing d...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Rose Quartz
Japanese Haniwa Terracotta Head of a Warrior
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese Haniwa terracotta head of a warrior, Haniwa figures are Japanese terracotta funerary figures that accompanied the dead buried in early Japan, ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Ming Dynasty Wood Foo Dog With Box
Located in Tampa, FL
This is a very important piece. An antique fossilized foo dog with a custom wood stand. It is Ming dynasty. There is a piece of paper that tells you what it is and the dimensions. Na...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Hand-Painted Porcelain Birds Made by Jeanne Reed’s
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Gorgeous pair of porcelain hand-painted birds standing on a branch
Made by Jeanne Reed’s for the Historic Charleston Foundation
This pair would look stunning on a fireplace mantle ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Pair of Han Dynasty pottery Horses and Equestrian Riders
Located in Dallas, TX
A wonderful pair of Ex Sotheby’s painted Polychrome equestrian horse and riders made from gray pottery, presents beautifully and guaranteed authentic with provenance and COA.
Measures: Height 11.5 inches and width 11 inches
Condition: Possible professional restorations but not detectable.
Provenance: Sotheby’s London. 16th November, 1999. Lot 12 (2 of 4 horsed in that lot)
Sotheby’s New York, NY September 14, 2019.
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The importance of the horse in the history and culture of China can be viewed, in part, through the artistic legacy of this great civilization. In sculpture, painting, and literature, horses were glorified and revered. Horses were believed to be related to mythological dragons, reflecting their sacred status within society. During the unification of China under the Han Dynasty, bands of mounted nomadic warriors from the north threatened the country. In order to thwart their attacks, the Chinese sought to import stronger, faster steeds from Central Asia (as opposed to the Mongol ponies used by the invaders), eventually leading to the creation of the Silk Road. This small sculpture of a mounted soldier reveals the crucial military role of the horse. When compared to the diminutive stature of the rider, the importance of the horse becomes readily apparent. This creature provided security and strength, allowing the empire to secure its borders and expand its influences across Central Asia. The magnificent regalia of the horse, including a brilliantly painted saddle in red and green/gold, reflect the respect this animal received. The warrior as well is gorgeously decorated with a painted red tunic and gray chest...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Han Antique East Asian Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
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