Skip to main content

Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

to
263
954
422
1,188
227
43
69
35
34
30
13
12
9
5
5
3
3
1
1
1
1
113
285
790
270
192
242
229
15
5
13
11
18
40
57
83
48
23
645
391
297
170
156
229,274
11,530
4,935
4,225
3,659
1,458
1,452
1,454
68
12
8
6
4
Place of Origin: Asian
Pair of Anglo-Indian Copper and Brass Port & Starboard Ship Lanterns, Circa 1880
By Sachin Engineer Corporation
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Anglo-Indian copper and brass port and starboard ship lanterns with the original Fresnel lenses, vented tops, stamped badges, carrying handles and rear sliding doors with han...
Category

1880s Anglo-Indian Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Copper

Two Ming Porcelain Masterpieces from an Important Collection Sotheby's Hong Kong
Located in valatie, NY
Two Ming Porcelain Masterpieces from an Important Collection, Sotheby's Hong Kong, October 8, 2019. The sale features two outstanding masterpieces of 15th century blue and white porcelain assembled by a connoisseur with an eye for the finest examples of Chinese porcelain: a Chenghua palace bowl painted with scrolling daylilies and a Xuande reverse-decorated ‘pomegranate’ dish. Sir Q.W. Lee was a banker and philanthropist well-known for his passion for collecting outstanding Chinese works of art...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Christie’s Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels & Watches Collection of D/IF Diamonds
Located in valatie, NY
Christie’s Hong Kong magnificent jewels & watches including a private collection of D/IF Diamonds, April 27, 1998. First Edition softcover catalog w...
Category

1990s Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Pociag / Night Train
Located in London, GB
Original Japanese film poster for Jerzy Kawalerowicz's 1959 mystery thriller staring Lucyna and Winnicka, Leon Niemczyk The art work on this poster is unique to the first Japanese r...
Category

1960s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Noam Basson Artistic Glass Limited Edition Mezuzah on Felt
Located in New York, NY
Made by Israel artist Noam Naim Basson, this artistic glass mezuzah with a felt back measures 7 1/2'' by 3'' by 4 1/4'' in depth overall (mezuzah measures 6'' by 1 1/3''). It is sign...
Category

20th Century Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Architizer The World's Best Architecture 2020 Book
By Phaidon
Located in New York, NY
The definitive collection of this year's most inspiring — and acclaimed — new buildings and spaces around the world The Architizer A+Awards honor the year's most extraordinary architecture and building...
Category

2010s Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Sotheby's; Scholarly Works of Art, The Mary & George Bloch Collection, First Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Sotheby's; Scholarly Works of Art from the Mary and George Bloch Collection, Hong Kong, October 2005. First edition Hardcover, 202 pp., 149 lots,...
Category

Early 2000s Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Asian Modern Designed Cast Iron Incense Burner / Ashtray Japan 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Wonderful large cast iron Japanese vessel to be used as an incense burner or a heavy ashtray, perfect for outside.  The vessel's design consists of a ...
Category

1960s Chinoiserie Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Original 1950 Stripped Table Lighter by Hilton
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original chrome Stripped table lighter by Hilton with push button flint lock. Labeled "Hilton Japan".
Category

1950s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

Our Galaxy A First Adventure in Space
Located in New York, NY
A poetic read-aloud introduction to space for readers aged 2-5 years that, when opened and folded back, creates a freestanding galactic globe, fastened by a magnetic closure Childre...
Category

2010s Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Taira Clan Saga
Located in London, GB
This is an incredibly rare original Japanese film poster for Kenji Mizoguchi's 1955 historical drama Taira Clan Saga. This film starred Narutoshi Hayashi, Raizô Ichikawa and Tatsuya...
Category

1950s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Honda Gold Wing Motorcycle Lighter, 1980s Japan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cool vintage table lighter in the shape of a Honda Gold Wing motorcycle. Made completely of metal with a hollow body. Beautiful burnished silver color with intricate details. Cool to...
Category

1980s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Round Cobalt Blue Madonna and Child Hinged Trinket Box Limoges China
By Limoges
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful cobalt blue trinket box with a hinged lid. The top features a scene of the Madonna and Child, with a wreath of gold surrounding the edges. The body is decorated with gold floral accents. The lid is hinged in a bronze hue. The bottom is marked "Limoges China...
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Chinese Shan Shui Relief Snuff Bottle, c. 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...
Category

Mid-20th Century Qing Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Resin

Rihanna Book: Limited Edition 'Fenty x Phaidon' Featuring a Designer Stand
Located in New York, NY
Clear the coffee table! Rihanna invites you into her world with this stunning visual autobiography that comes with a limited edition stand created in collaboration with the artists T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Shaanxi History Museum Shaanxi History Museum, by Feng Gengwu, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Shaanxi History Museum Shaanxi History Museum, by Feng Gengwu. Published by Shaanxi Tourism Publishing House, 2005. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. Shaanxi History Museum, which i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

The Prints of Roger Shimomura, a Catalogue Raisonnè, 1968-2005
Located in Bradenton, FL
The Prints of Roger Shimomura, a Catalogue Raisonnè, 1968-2005 by Emily Stamey. Paperback book published by The University of Washington Press in 2007....
Category

Early 2000s Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Pair of Chinese Twisted Iron Coal Chopsticks, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of iron chopsticks for moving burning coals in a hibachi or hand-warmer. Such chopsticks were also used to safely touch pipe bowls or tools that had been heated by an oil lamp...
Category

Early 20th Century Qing Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Vintage Israeli Brass Shabbat Candle Candle Stick Holders by Oppenheim - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage Israeli brass Shabbat candlesticks by Oppenheim with intricate filigree designs and warm brass finish. Ideal for Shabbat observance or decor. We sell items as acquired, wi...
Category

1970s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Pair of Minimalist Kokeshi, made in Japan, 1960-70s
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful pair of Sosaku Kokeshi from the 1960-70s, with a beautiful wood grain. First one, "old man" has been made by Aida Seihou, aka Harumine in the 1960s, he was one of the pione...
Category

1960s Japonisme Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Designer China - the Fine Art of Ceramic Painting Made Simple
Located in Bradenton, FL
Designer China - the Fine Art of Ceramic Painting Made Simple by Lesley Harle with Susan Conder. Hardcover book with dustjacket. Stated first edition pu...
Category

1990s Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Vintage Postcards from the A.S. Pushkin Government Museum of Art, 1J01
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Step into a bygone era with our collection of vintage postcards from the USSR. Transport yourself to the cultural haven of the A.S. Pushkin Government Museum of Art with these remark...
Category

1980s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

North Indian Illuminated Calligraphy Qur'an Leaf, 18th-19th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
A single two-sided Qur'an manuscript leaf with beautiful hand inked calligraphy with gilt borders and a gilt cartouche with calligraphic decoration. No...
Category

Early 19th Century Islamic Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Handcrafted Silver Esther Megillah Case with Filigree and Gemstones by I.M. Fain
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Esther Megillah (Scroll of Esther) is encased in a meticulously handcrafted sterling silver case, made in Israel in 1950 by the renowned silversmith I.M. Fain. The cas...
Category

Mid-20th Century Revival Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Silver

Antique Exceptional Judaica Stirrups with Star of David Ottoman Empire
Located in Doha, QA
An outstanding 17th century pair of brass,copper and silver inlay Stirrups with David’s Star -each stirrup has two stars hand hammered from lef...
Category

17th Century Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver, Brass, Copper

18th Century Chinese Porcelain Dollhouse Miniatures Blue and White Vases
Located in Delft, NL
18th Century Chinese Porcelain Dollhouse Miniatures Blue and White Vases Two miniature Chinese porcelain dollhouse vases. Chinese porcel...
Category

18th Century Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Porcelain

Silver “Jambiya” or Curved Dagger With Its Sheath
Located in Middleburg, VA
Silver “Jambiya” or Curved Dagger With Its Sheath. These are often Extremely well Crafted with Extraordinary inlaid Silver Designs accentuated with “Neillo”. They Often have Ivory Ha...
Category

Mid-17th Century Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

Breakfast, Lunch, Tea The Many Little Meals of Rose Bakery
Located in New York, NY
Breakfast staples, light lunches and afternoon treats from Rose Bakery in Paris Breakfast, Lunch, Tea is the first cookbook by Rose Carrarini, who co-founded the much-imitated delic...
Category

2010s Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Impressionist Masterpieces by John House
Located in Bradenton, FL
Impressionist Masterpieces, National Gallery of Art, Washington by John House. Hardcover book with dustjacket. First edition, published in 1985 by Hugh Lau...
Category

Late 20th Century Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Chinese Miniature Porcelain Teapot with Silver Overlay 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced Delivery Rates - See Below or Click “Ask The Seller” to Request a Quote*** A Chinese miniature teapot offers porcelain vessel with hand painted figures, housed in silver ...
Category

20th Century Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

Turkish WWI Prisoner of War Glass Beadwork Amulet Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptionally good quality Turkish prisoner of war glass beadwork amulet necklace dating from the first world war 1914-1919. These pieces were made by Turkish prisoners of war, ca...
Category

1910s Folk Art Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Glass

Selections from the Paintings and Calligraphy Donated to the Shanghai Museum fro
Located in valatie, NY
Selections from the Paintings and Calligraphy Donated to the Shanghai Museum from the Ching Banlee Liangtuxuan Collection. Published by Shanghai Museum, Shangahai, China, 2002. 1st E...
Category

Early 2000s Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Vintage Industrial Flameproof Edison Tube Light - Aquamarine Green
By Daeyang
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Reclaimed vintage Industrial Korean flameproof striplight made by Daeyang in the 1970's painted aquamarine green. Original item salvaged from supertankers and military vessels where ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Industrial Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Sketch of a tiger Korea 1970s Acrylic on Paper for an Animals Encyclopedia
Located in Milan, IT
Acrylic colors on paper depicting a tiger; it is a preparatory sketch commissioned for an animals encyclopedia for children, created and signed by a Korean artist in the 1970s. Very ...
Category

1970s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Qui Etes-Vous, Polly Maggoo?
Located in London, GB
Original Japanese film poster for The 1966 French New Wave film Qui Etes-Vous, Polly Maggoo? This film was directed by William Klein and starred Sami Frey, Grayson Hall and Donyale...
Category

1960s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Anglo-Indian / Vizagapatam Horn Veneered Watch Hutch of Architectural Form
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Anglo-Indian buffalo horn veneer on sandalwood watch hutch of architectural form made to resemble a mantle or bracket clock. The front with a pair of spiral columns centering a starb...
Category

Mid-19th Century Anglo Raj Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bone, Horn, Wood

SUITE OF RARE COLLECTABLE ANTiQUE CHINESE MOTHER OF PEARL GAMES COUNTERS CHIPS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of antique Chinese circa 1900 mother of pearl games counters A truly lovely early suite, ...
Category

Early 1900s Chinese Export Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Nias Tribe 'Nifatali-tali' Hand-Woven Wire Necklace, Indonesia c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This 'Nifatali-tali' necklace is a type of necklace worn by the people of Northern Nias Island, North Sumatra. This necklace is equally worn by men and w...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Sterling Silver Mezuzah Case by Bezalel Artist Bier (Jerusalem, 1950)
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully handcrafted sterling silver mezuzah case was made in Jerusalem in 1950 by the Israeli silversmith Isaac Bier, a known artisan associated with the Bezalel School of A...
Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

Ottoman Bronze Plumb Bob, ca. 1800 – Eretz Israel
Located in New York, NY
This handmade bronze plumb bob dates back to circa 1800 during the Ottoman period in what is now Israel (historically known as Eretz Israel). Crafted with precision, this tool was us...
Category

Early 19th Century Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Fahrenheit 451
Located in London, GB
Original Japanese film poster for the 1966 French Science fiction film Fahrenheit 451. This film Starred Oskar Werner, Julie Christie and Cyril Cusack and directed by Francois Truffa...
Category

1960s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Norman Rockwell’s People by Susan E. Meyer
Located in Bradenton, FL
Norman Rockwell’s People by Susan E. Meyer. Hardcover book with dustjacket. First edition, published in 1981 by Harry N. Abrams, Inc., of New York. Printed and bound in Japan, 242 pa...
Category

1980s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Weapon Keris Ukurian Ceremonial Sword Dagger, Southeast Asia Indonesia, 20th C.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
20th c Weapon Keris Ukurian Ceremonial Sword Dagger Southeast Asia Indonesia. Additional information: Material: Bronze & Metal, Wood / Bamboo Region of Origin: India/Indonesia Perio...
Category

20th Century Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Takeda Ningyo of an Actor Playing a Warrior at Sea
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Takeda Ningyo depicting an actor from a Kabuki play in a role of a warrior at the sea with his anchor design embroidered on the sleeve and the stage prop waves in the foregr...
Category

1840s Edo Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Three Opium Harvesting Tools, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
A set of three 19th-century tools used for harvesting opium latex from poppy flowers. Formed of bamboo handles and iron blades, the rustic tools were used to scratch the surface of a...
Category

19th Century Qing Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

This Land
By Phaidon
Located in New York, NY
David Opdyke's massive collage This Land (as elucidated in this book by award-winning author Lawrence Weschler) presents a slow-burning satire of the American dream as it blunders in...
Category

2010s Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Gulliver's Travels
Located in London, GB
This is a ver rare original Japanese film poster for The 1939 Fantasy Animation Gulliver's Travels. This film was directed by Dave Fleisher. This poster was created for the films fir...
Category

1940s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Late Meiji Period Folk Wood Carving Japanese God of War, Arts, Shrines Protector
Located in Miami, FL
Probably more than likely from a Japanese home altar, this is a folk art rendition of Hachiman Yahata no Kani, Japanese God of War, Archery, Culture and Pro...
Category

Early 1900s Meiji Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

2 Iron-Red and Gilt Chinese Miniature Porcelain Vases, Kangxi
Located in Delft, NL
2 iron-red and gilt Chinese miniature porcelain Vases, Kangxi Kangxi (1662-1722) The bottles has minuscule chips The measurements are 4 cm high and 2.7 cm diagonal The weight i...
Category

Early 18th Century Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Porcelain

U.S.A.F. North American F-86 Sabre Bomber / Airplane / Contractor Desk Model
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool U.S.A.F. North American Aviation F-86 sabre bomber / airplane solid wood contractor desk model by Toys and Models Corporation, circa 1980s. The plane is in very good cond...
Category

20th Century Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Japanese Meiji Porcelain Figurine of Boy Holding a Green Whistle Bird, Ca. 1890
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Meiji Porcelain Figurine of a Boy Holding a Green Whistle Bird, Ca. 1890 Meiji Period (1868-1912) DIMENSIONS Height: 8 inches Length: 7 inches Depth: 6.5 inches
Category

1890s Japonisme Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 16th Century Iznik "Dome on the Rock" Ceramic Tiles
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of 16th Century Iznik "Dome on the Rock" ceramic tiles. These tiles formed part of the ceramic tile pattern that covers the exterior of the base of the Dome Of The Rock shrine, ...
Category

16th Century Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ceramic

Extraordinary and Unique Model of a Japanese Tea House
Located in San Francisco, CA
A wonderful Japanese model of a traditional tea house, each room with latticework sliding doors, tatami mats and miniature decorations hanging on the walls,...
Category

19th Century Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Straw, Wood, Paper

Honda Cafe Racer Motorcycle Lighter, 1980s Japan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage table lighter in the shape of a Honda CA 750 Dream. This great cafe racer style body is made completely of metal with a hollow body. Light patina giving this piece a classic silver color. Cool tobacco accessory and conversation piece. Working lighter. Very unusual piece. Other motorcycle...
Category

1980s Vintage Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Buddhist Literati in Landscape, 19th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period Provenance: Collected in the 1920’s. Thence by decent A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...
Category

19th Century Edo Antique Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Peter Marino Ten Modern Houses Luxury Edition
Located in New York, NY
An exclusive look inside world-renowned architect Peter Marino’s private, residential projects. This edition is bound in black leatherette and accompanied by a black, piano-lacquered...
Category

2010s Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Vintage Boho Brass Armadillo
Located in west palm beach, FL
This charming vintage brass armadillo sculpture is a delightful addition to any eclectic or bohemian-inspired space. Crafted with intricate detaili...
Category

Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Vintage Tibetan Turquoise Prayer Wheel
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice vintage Tibetan turquoise, wood and brass prayer wheel, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 1.75"D x 8"H. #3891
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Asian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Stone, Brass

Read More

Medal-Worthy Memorabilia from Epic Past Olympic Games

Get into the games! These items celebrate the events, athletes, host countries and sporting spirit.

Ahoy! You’ve Never Seen a Collection of Sailor Art and Kitsch Quite Like This

French trendsetter and serial collector Daniel Rozensztroch tells us about his obsession with objects related to seafaring men.

Pamela Shamshiri Shares the Secrets behind Her First-Ever Book and Its Effortlessly Cool Interiors

The sought-after designer worked with the team at Hoffman Creative to produce a monograph that beautifully showcases some of Studio Shamshiri's most inspiring projects.

Moroccan Artworks and Objects Take Center Stage in an Extraordinary Villa in Tangier

Italian writer and collector Umberto Pasti opens the doors to his remarkable cave of wonders in North Africa.

Montecito Has Drawn Royalty and Celebrities, and These Homes Are Proof of Its Allure

Hollywood A-listers, ex-pat aristocrats and art collectors and style setters of all stripes appreciate the allure of the coastal California hamlet — much on our minds after recent winter floods.

Whaam! Blam! Pow! — a New Book on Pop Art Packs a Punch

Publishing house Assouline and writer Julie Belcove have teamed up to trace the history of the genre, from Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol and Yayoi Kusama to Mickalene Thomas and Jeff Koons.

The Sparkling Legacy of Tiffany & Co. Explained, One Jewel at a Time

A gorgeous new book celebrates — and memorializes — the iconic jeweler’s rich heritage.

What Makes a Gem-Encrusted Chess Set Worth $4 Million?

The world’s most opulent chess set, weighing in at 513 carats, is literally fit for a king and queen.

Recently Viewed

View All