Asian Paintings

A truly gorgeous, quite large and decorative, engaging South Indian Asian (India) Pichwai and/or gouache painting in a heavy two-sided acrylic frame featuring an evening Maharaja roy...

A beautifully engaging, darkly nuanced Theotokos of Vladimir Russian icon (or possibly Our Lady of Kazan Icon/Mother of God of Kazan) tempera painting (and possibly gold leaf) on a wooden panel featuring the Madonna (Mother Mary) and infant child (a baby Jesus Christ) in her arms. Theotokos is the term for an Eastern icon...

Wooden pad with trefoil patterns used to decorate fabrics. India, early 20th century.

Antique late 19th Century Indian Kalighat natural pigment watercolor painting of Krishna milking a cow under a Pipal tree. The cow is smiling at Krishna, with divine love. The cosmic dance of life represented in a symbolic message within the painting. Framed in gold painted carved wood frame under glass. Origins of Kalighat painting According to legend, Lord Shiva, the god of dance and destruction, was deep in meditation on Mount Kailash when he received news of the death of his consort, Sati, an avatar (or human manifestation) of the goddess Kali. He wandered for days with her body draped across his shoulders and his inconsolable grief threatened to ruin the earth. Lord Vishnu, the Preserver, was called upon to intervene. To relieve Shiva's burden, he shattered Sati's body into 51 pieces. The little toe of Sati's right foot was said to have fallen at the site of the Hooghly River...

Beautiful original vintage painting signed by Kt. Teker depicting life in Penestanan. This beautiful depiction of Penestanan in Bali, brings...

Uchida Wood Block Printing Co., Ltd: "Four Seasons of Tokyo", Kyoto, Uchida Wood Block Printing Co., Ltd, undated but ca. 1960, folio of four woodblock prints in a presentation folde...

A truly gorgeous and engaging South Indian Asian (India) Pichwai Painting featuring Lord Krishna (sometimes incarnated as Lord Shreenath) - the Hindu God of protection, compassion, t...

A unique and remarkable black and white depiction with a contemporary feel may be observed in this one-of-a-kind Chinese extraordinary natural marble stone landscape painting called...

Large Mural sized hindu painting on silk cloth. Measures: 44.5 x 76 x 1.5. Framed in a Gilt wood frame.

A fine Japanese Fine Art drawing of water lilies by Toru Suzuki Acrylic Crayon mixed media, Beautiful and elegant example Ex Gallery Kabtoya Tokyo,...

A beautiful, intricately detailed, and boldly colored South Indian miniature painting of village life in Rajasthan, India. These paintings are also known as Rajput paintings and/or Rajasthani...

This is a "remarkable" Indonesian Wayang Kulit painting. The color pallette is fantastic on a deep blue background with touches of beige, green and deep b...

A fabulous piece of hand-painted Folk Art created in India. This painting depicts a traditional Rajasthani man in traditional dress. He wears a decorative yellow and pink dress and s...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Antique Chinese Ancestral Portrait on the ori...

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of Antique Chinese Ancestral Portraits on the original paper with lovely glazed...

This vintage Asian batik fabric painting is a captivating example of traditional textile artistry. Hand-painted on indigo blue fabric, the piece features a dynamic arrangement of tri...

Theater of Shadows Signed by Ayu, this richly detailed batik painting evokes the ceremonial beauty of Southeast Asia’s Wayang Kulit shadow puppetry. Two stylized figures—one regal an...

Antique 19th century oil on board painting 'Winter scene' Made in Russia by Russian artist Jwan Petowitsch Orloff Jwan Petowitsch Orloff (1815 - 1861) was a Russian painter. The painting depicting the winter outdoor scene with a horse - drawn carriage and running away from the two wolves...

Certified Kimono Meister work / Certificate of Authenticity included One-of-a-kind Japanese textile art made from vintage kimono fabrics. Sustainable artwork for modern interiors, c...

A Korean folk painting watercolor on linen (silk) with a cloth mat and walnut wood frame. The work is in the shamanistic style and depicts the Tao...

KLEVER Modernist Abstract Painting - (A.A. Kaebep) (Klever) (Russian, 20th Century), dated, 1975. Signed and dated lower right corner "AA Kaebep '75". (translated form Russian) Kl...

KLEVER Modernist Abstract Painting - (A.A. Kaebep) (Klever) (Russian, 20th Century), dated, 1971. Signed and dated lower right corner "AA Kaebep '71". (translated form Russian) Kl...

Pair Antique 19th Century Indian Miniature Mica Paintings C.1830 Indian Company School A pair of 19th Century Indian mica gouache paintings on mica. Depicting the water carrier and of a Purdah bullock...

A magnificent 19th-century Russian icon depicting Christ Pantocrator, symbolizing his role as the Almighty and ruler of the universe. The central figure of Christ is exquisitely deta...

Certified Kimono Meister work / Certificate of Authenticity included. One-of-a-kind Japanese textile art made from vintage obi fabrics. Sustainable artwork for modern interiors, collectors, boutique hotels, and lovers of Japanese aesthetics. [Size] 73cm x 53cm x 5cm [Materials] silk (outside-layer) , paulownia (wooden frame), gold leaf [Story behind the work] This work uses a vintage kimono fabric with marble pattern, that makes it look like a real piece of marble. The line in the middle symbolizes “kintsugi” - concept of wabi-sabi, which values imperfection, impermanence, and the beauty of aging. It is elegantly framed with paulownia wood originally used for kimono chest-of-drawers, and is filled with storytelling and sense of luxury. I used pieces of kimono that could no longer be used as clothing and kiritansu chest-of-drawers that would normally be discarded to create the ultimate upcycled piece. [Period / Story] The textile was created in around 1960ies. [Explanation and meaning of pattern and colors] Kintsugi (金継ぎ), which translates to "golden joinery" or "golden repair," is a traditional Japanese art form of repairing broken pottery with lacquer mixed with powdered gold, silver, or platinum. I used this tecnique here to "repair" antique kimono by transforming it into art work. Beyond its literal meaning of mending broken ceramics, kintsugi carries profound philosophical and cultural significance in Japanese tradition: ・Embracing Imperfection: Kintsugi celebrates imperfection and impermanence. Rather than disguising or concealing flaws, it highlights them, treating the breakage as part of the object's history. This philosophy encourages acceptance of imperfection as an essential aspect of life, beauty, and human experience. ・Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic: Kintsugi embodies the principles of wabi-sabi, an aesthetic worldview centered on the acceptance of transience and imperfection. Wabi-sabi values simplicity, authenticity, and the beauty of things that are imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete. Kintsugi exemplifies these principles by turning what might be considered flaws into features that enhance the object's beauty and character. ・Resilience and Transformation: The act of repairing broken things with precious metals symbolizes resilience and transformation. Instead of discarding or replacing the broken object, kintsugi honors its history and transforms it into something new and valuable. This reflects broader philosophical themes of overcoming adversity, finding beauty in imperfection, and embracing change. ・Honoring the Past: Kintsugi preserves and honors the history of the object. Rather than erasing or ignoring its past, it acknowledges and celebrates it. This aspect of kintsugi can be seen as a metaphor for honoring our own personal histories, including the challenges and setbacks we have faced, and recognizing how they have shaped us into who we are today. ・Spiritual and Philosophical Symbolism: Kintsugi has spiritual and philosophical implications, reflecting concepts such as the interconnectedness of all things, the cycle of life and death, and the pursuit of harmony and balance. The process of repairing broken objects with precious metals is seen as a metaphor for spiritual growth, enlightenment, and the journey towards wholeness. Overall, kintsugi represents not only a practical technique for repairing ceramics but also a profound philosophical and cultural perspective on life, beauty, and the human experience. It embodies values such as resilience, acceptance, and the transformative power of embracing imperfection. [Characteristics of the fabric] This vintage textile is hand-painted with a traditional painting technique where the colors are added on wet surface, which creates an effect of marble. [About the frame] Kiritansu - chest-of-drawers for kimono, is traditionally made from paulownia wood, a uniquely Japanese material closely tied to the world of kimonos. Paulownia wood is known as the lightest wood in Japan, prased for its natural luster, resistance to moisture, and resilience against cracking. Since ancient times, it has been used in crafting furniture, chests, and musical instruments. During the Edo period, it became customary to store cherished kimonos in paulownia chests...

A beautiful hand painted portrait of an elephant in full Indian wedding regalia. The animal is shown mid-stride and is covered in a green, red, and gold cloth. A blue and gold styliz...

Antique Tanjore Indian painting of Laxmi, the goddess of beauty, wealth and prosperity. She sits resplendently on a lotus flower, symbol of enlightenment. The elephants playfully spr...

A magnificent 19th-century Orthodox icon depicting the Deesis. A very beautiful piece that has retained its superb colors. Moscow School—19th century The Deesis, meaning “intercess...

Zhang Zenglou was born in Hebei Province in 1956. He is a master of contemporary Chinese inside painted snuff bottle in Ji school. He is cu...

Vintage Asian Batik hand painted fabric art. The beautiful batik is a panoramic depiction of riders in chariots and on horseback set on an indigo color fabric with designs in ivory. The batik is a wonderful example of a hand painted wall art. Batik is one of many methodologies of fabric art in a long and rich folk textile tradition around the world. It is a wax-resist type of dyeing operation where certain sections of a textile are pigmented while others are tied-off and shielded from coloring. Batik designs are created in various geometric motifs that have certain symbolism and convey status within society, but now too they use batik methods to achieve what in essence are paintings on fabric. Dimensions: 15” x 78” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Yunnan, China Material: Textile Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2263 Vintage Batik Painting...

A beautiful and intricate work likely originally from a Japanese temple. The hand painted scene depicts a single rider and group of frolicking horses set against a gorgeous countrysi...

China, a panoramic pyrography painting on panel: “Master Tea Ceremony” by then Living Treasure Fang Tzun or his workshop (1930-2000) Inscribed “This year mid summer he painted in new section of Yuan Ming...

A beautiful and intricate work likely originally from a Japanese temple. The hand painted scene depicts a majestic peacock posed against a gorgeous countryside landscape. Would be...

Three Hand-Painted Panels of Chinese Warriors. The paintings feature Chinese warriors in full costume of the era in vivid colors of red, green, yellow, and orange on a beige backgro...

This pair of oil paintings on canvas are done by the well known portrait and landscape Russian artist, Vera Alabaster in circa 1940 in a Folk Art style. The paintings depict a Jamaic...

Artifacts floating in space? A unique and remarkable black and white depiction with a contemporary feel of floating artifacts may be observed in this one-of-a-kind Chinese extraordi...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Antique Chinese Ancestral Portrait on the ori...

Gu Wenda (1955), "Oedipus Refound #9", Watercolor on paper, Signed, dated and titled in the bottom right corner, China, 1992. Measures: 56 x 75 cm. Gu Wenda (born 1955, Shanghai) i...

Pair Antique 19th Century Indian miniature Mica paintings C.1830 Indian Company School A pair of 19th Century Indian gouache paintings on mica. M...

Vintage Asian Batik hand painted fabric art. The beautiful batik is a collection of various scenes of human figures and animals set on a red fabric with designs in blue and black. The batik is a wonderful example of a hand painted wall art. Batik is one of many methodologies of fabric art in a long and rich folk textile tradition around the world. It is a wax-resist type of dyeing operation where certain sections of a textile are pigmented while others are tied-off and shielded from coloring. Batik designs are created in various geometric motifs that have certain symbolism and convey status within society, but now too they use batik methods to achieve what in essence are paintings on fabric. Dimensions: 26” x 32” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Indonesia Material: Textile Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2262 Vintage Batik Painting...

Li Yingtao, an owner of Yizhenzhai, was born in Hengshui City in 1963. He was praised as a Chinese master of splashing color in inside painting, a Master of Arts and crafts in Hebei Province, and the founder of splashing color techniques in inside painting. By now, he has been teaching and passing down this technique to his students. Mr, Li Yingtao is one of the most outstanding disciples of the master of Chinese arts and crafts...

Zhang Zenglou was born in Hebei Province in 1956. He is a master of contemporary Chinese inside painted snuff bottle in Ji school. He is cu...

Certified Kimono Meister work / Certificate of Authenticity included. One-of-a-kind Japanese textile art made from vintage obi fabrics. Sustainable artwork for modern interiors, col...

Fu Guoshun was born at Hebei in 1954. He was complimented as a Master of Chinese arts and crafts in 2012. It is the highest honor for an inside painting artist. There are only ten artists who earned this glory. He is also the director of China International Painting and Calligraphy Association, vice chairman of China Snuff Bottle Professional Committee, and vice-chairman of Hebei Inside painted snuff bottle Association. Since 1977, he has been studying the art of inside painting under Wang Xisan. Fu Guoshun is one of the best artists in Ji school. Mr Fu Guoshun's inside paintings are exquisite. His works include landscapes, figures, animals, flowers, and birds to calligraphy with comprehensive skills. In addition, his professions are known for their elegance, flexibility, and light. With the three superb skills of poetry, calligraphy, and painting, there are only a handful of artists who can match up in the field of snuff bottles. It is difficult to find other artists who could compare his paintings from an artistic perspective when it comes to inside painted snuff bottles...

refined Indian brush painting of a nobleman riding on a horse, intricate detail, ink, color and gold gilt on paper, Conservation framed

refined Japanese brush painting of samurais and archers in the landscape, a section originally from a handscroll. ink and color on silk. Cons...

Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper. A young prince is seated in a palace courtyard under a canopy receiving a party of noblemen. His ministers stand behind him, wearing peaked turbans with floral patterns, their gestures conveying their welcoming demeanor towards the noblemen. The guests are wearing red and blue turbans...