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Place of Origin: East Asian
Black and yellow kimono kokeshi by Bitoku, 1970s, Japan
Located in Lyon, FR
Kokeshi à kimono jaune et noir, des années 1970, par Bitoku. Une kokeshi rare avec un joli visage souriant, des couleurs chaleureuses et un délicat travail de sculpture et peinture. ...
Category
1970s Folk Art Vintage East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood, Paint
Tibetan Red Lacquer Cymbal Case Lid, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Ornately patterned and framed with brass fittings, this box lid dates to the 19th century originally enclosed a pair of large Tibetan cymbals. Used in processions and dance performances, cymbals provided percussive backing to wind instruments...
Category
19th Century Tibetan Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Miniature Chinese Hardwood Furniture Set
Located in Chicago, IL
This miniature furniture set - at only 6 inches tall - beautifully recreates classic Chinese furniture forms down to the finest of details. Crafted of a beautiful hardwood, prized for its strength and dark color, the set includes a side table and two petite roundback armchairs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Qing East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Hardwood
Luen Wo Signed Antique Ladies Sterling Silver Chinese Export Belt
By Luen Wo
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique sterling silver ladies belt was made by Luen Wo of Shanghai China in circa 1900 in the period Chinese Export style. The belt is done with indi...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Export Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chinese Hardstone Flower Model in a Cloisonné Enamel Flowerpot
Located in London, GB
Chinese hardstone flower model in a cloisonné enamel flowerpot
Chinese, 20th Century
Height 18cm, width 11cm, depth 11cm
This intricate flower model combines super cloisonné enamelling with several carved semi-precious stones, making it a highly collectable object.
A metal trunk is set within the planter, treated with resin to evoke the natural texture of the bark. The trompe l’oeil illusion is continued via the branches, which are comprised of wire wrapped with brown thread. The branches are capped with a number of nephrite leaves and hardstone blooms, which contrast dark green shades with light red and pink flowers. The petals are carved from carnelian, rose quartz, and jade, and these hardstones can connote symbolic symbolism such as strength and healing. Each bloom is centred by a beaded stigma, the bright colours of which stand out against the hardstones.
The cloisonné enamel planter...
Category
20th Century East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Carnelian, Jade, Quartz, Metal, Enamel
Japanese Ships Engine Order Telegraph
Located in Norwell, MA
Japanese ships telegraph. Unit has been stripped of paint and polished. Aluminum head with brass handle. 43 pounds. 40 tall by 8 by 9. Mounted to a wood...
Category
1940s Vintage East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel
Miniature Chinese Etagere Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
A full size bookcase with this level of workmanship and detail would be an incredible find, but this beautiful piece of furniture—at only eight inches tall—is perfectly constructed d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Qing East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Hardwood
Handheld Chinese Mooncake Mold with Lotus Pods, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This late 19th century hand-held wood press is carved with a large mold used for shaping festive mooncakes. Packed with lotus root, red bean, or other regional fillings, mooncakes ar...
Category
Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Pair of Chinese Wood Statues of Bodhisattva Buddhism Art
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of finely carved wood statues depicting near mirror images of two Bodhisattvas, likely dated to 19th century of late Qing dynasty, but executed in Song style. Dressed in flowing robes, crowned and bejeweled, these Bodhisattvas are known as Avalokitesvara in Sanskrit. In China, his identify took a cultural transformation and became Guanyin (the one who detects the sounds of the world), who is worshipped for her compassion and mercy for those in the sufferings.
Both posed in the seated "Royal Ease...
Category
19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Memoirs of a Geisha A Portrait of the Film By Peggy Mulloy 2005 Hardcover Book
By David James
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Memoirs of a Geisha A Portrait of the film by Peggy Mulloy · 2005 hardcover book.
By David James (Photographs by), Peggy Mulloy (Text by), Rob Marshall (Introduction by), Arthur Gol...
Category
Late 20th Century Japonisme East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
'Rajputana' Tin & Celluloid Wind Up Japanese Toy
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Vintage Japanese tin and celluloid wind up toy. When you wind this toy the top spins around while the babies on the back move from side to side and the el...
Category
20th Century East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Tin
Large Chinese Agate and Nephrite Flower Model in a Cloisonné Enamel Basket
Located in London, GB
Large Chinese agate and nephrite flower model in a cloisonné enamel basket
Chinese, 20th Century
Height 29cm, width 40cm, depth 29cm
This elegant 20th century Chinese creation fe...
Category
20th Century East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Stone, Agate, Metal, Enamel
1940s Jeweled Enameled Brass Daybook Phonebook Note Pad with Stone Buddah
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Purse note pad book, cinches paper in binding, works well with index cards, as shown. Carved Green Stone possibly Jade of a Confucius Asian Man with Long Beard.
Category
1940s Art Deco Vintage East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
1965 The Spectacle of Tokyo Olympics
Located in Bath, GB
A very scarce beautiful first edition volume commemorating the 1964 Tokyo Summer Olympics, vividly illustrated in colour and monochrome throughout.
A very scarce first edition.
In ...
Category
1960s Vintage East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Ancient Japan Hardcover Art Book by Richard J. Pearson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Ancient Japan Hardcover book – October 1, 1992 by Richard J. Pearson
This is a beautiful large coffee table Art and Photography book.
Black cloth over boards with gilt lettering on...
Category
20th Century Tribal East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Chinese Antique Textiles and Embroidery Edition in Chinese
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Chinese antique textiles and embroidery.
Chinese language,
Great textile art table book.
Distributed by Eliane j Giraud Dupont Editeur, Paris....
Category
1950s Chinese Export Vintage East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Handheld Chinese Mooncake Mold, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This late 19th century hand-held wood press is carved with a large mold used for shaping festive mooncakes. Packed with lotus root, red bean, or other regional fillings, mooncakes ar...
Category
Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Chinese Double Gourd Hairpin, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Although eyes were certainly drawn to the high, fan-shaped headdresses that Qing-dynasty women affixed to back of their heads, it was the finishing touch of a hairpin or two that com...
Category
Late 19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Handheld Chinese Mooncake Mold with Lotus Pods, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This late 19th century hand-held wood press is carved with a large mold used for shaping festive mooncakes. Packed with lotus root, red bean, or other regional fillings, mooncakes ar...
Category
Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Large Chinese Nephrite and Agate Flower Model in a Cloisonné Enamel Planter
Located in London, GB
Large Chinese nephrite and agate flower model in a cloisonné enamel planter
Chinese, 20th Century
Height 45cm, width 38cm, depth 31cm
Crafted from agate, nephrite, and cloisonné en...
Category
20th Century East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Stone, Agate, Enamel
Designer Toy Ocellus by Michael Lau for Crazysmiles 2000
Located in Weesp, NL
Limited edition Designer toy 0602/1000 Ocellus designed in 2000 by Michael Lau for Crazysmiles. This rare piece comes with it's original box in great condi...
Category
Early 2000s East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Plastic, Rubber
Antique Chinese Mooncake Press, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated to the mid-19th century, this rustic wood press is carved with twenty round molds used for shaping festive mooncakes. Packed with lotus root, red bean...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Large Chinese Carved Dinner Gong
Located in Cheshire, GB
Chinese intricately carved and pierced hardwood dinner gong, having circular brass gong with original beater.
Dimensions
Height 50 inches
Length 24.5 inches
width 13.5 inches.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Hardwood
Antique Bronze Clad & Polychrome Painted Buddha Sculpture with Pedestal Stand
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique cast and dipped bronze Buddha sculpture and stand is signed by and unknown maker, and presumed to have been made in China in approximately 1920. Both the ornate stand an...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze
Large Pair of Carved Wood Buddha Heads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large pair of carved wood Buddha heads. Great patina to wood and great off-white coloring. Very good condition.
Category
1950s Vintage East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Miniature Chinese Etagere Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
A full size bookcase with this level of workmanship and detail would be an incredible find, but this beautiful piece of furniture—at only ten inches tall—is perfectly constructed dow...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Qing East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Hardwood
Mongolian Horn Libation Cup, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Used more for social interactions than everyday imbibing, this Mongolian libation cup accompanied a scholar to social gatherings held by literati known as...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Horn
White Agate Chinese Snuff Bottle, c. 1900
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
20th Century Qing East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Agate
Chinese Carved Stone Snuff Bottle
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
20th Century Qing East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Stone
Rare Collector's Wine, Rose of Versailles, by Yamato Wine, Japan
Located in Roma, IT
This Rose of Versailles - Rare Collector's wine, is a bottle of sparkling red wine produced in Japan in 2012.
The wine is a cabernet sauvignon gr...
Category
2010s East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Glass
Pair of Chinese Brass Brazier Tongs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
In 20 years of collecting, we have never run across a pair of brazier tongs, making this object truly a rare find. Once used by a scholar or wealthy homeowner to place hot coals in a...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
JR Can Art Change the World? Revised and Expanded Edition
Located in New York, NY
An inspiration for those trying to create socially engaged art and make a difference in marginalized communities. – Smithsonian Magazine
The most comprehensive monograph on the enig...
Category
2010s East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Chinese Good Fortune Hairpin, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Although eyes were certainly drawn to the high, fan-shaped headdresses that Qing-dynasty women affixed to back of their heads, it was the finishing touch of a hairpin or two that completed the look. This silver hairpin ends in a round floral medallion framing the decorative Fu (?) character for "good...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Set of Six Chinese Bound-Foot Lotus Slippers, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Each of these pointed slippers, crafted of beautifully embroidered silk, were shaped to resemble a lotus bud and enhanced the diminutive shape of bound feet. A practice that began in the Tang dynasty and reached the height of its popularity during the Qing dynasty, foot binding was a painful process intended to make a woman's feet as small as possible by restricting bone growth from an early age. The smaller the feet the more attractive and erotic they were, giving elite women a mark of elegance and a distinctive - albeit tortured - gait of small, light steps. These beautifully preserved lotus slippers...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Set of 3 Chinese Bronze Ritual Cups
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A set of 3 Chinese bronze ritual cups with pagoda shaped cover. In archaic style probably 18th or 19th century. Great patina, no cracks.
Category
Early 19th Century Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Metal Chinese Medicine Scale and Weight with Zitan Case, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
Antique Metal Chinese Medicine Scale and Weight with Zitan Case, 19th Century
Provenance: Private Victoria Collection Acquired in China in 1950s.
Dimension: Length: 23cm Width: 5.5...
Category
19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Chinese Silk Skull Cap with Gilt Lacquered Box, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
No self-respecting man in Qing-dynasty China would leave the house without some kind of hat. In fact, headgear was so central to social status that a boy’s passage into manhood was m...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silk, Cane, Wood, Lacquer
Chinese Double Gourd "Root" Amber Snuff Bottle, c. 1900
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
Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Other
Chinese Shanghai Deco Perfume Bottle
Located in Chicago, IL
In the 1920s and 1930s, Shanghai, China was swept up in the Art Deco design movement. Design, architecture, art, fashion, and furniture were all influenced by this modern movement, permeating every part of life in the bustling, vibrant city. This blue glass perfume bottle...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Glass
Pair of Chinese Silk Lotus Slippers, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
These dainty, pointed slippers, made of cotton and silk embroidered with pink flowers, were shaped to resemble a lotus bud and enhanced the diminutive shape of bound feet. A practice that began in the Tang dynasty and reached the height of its popularity in the Qing dynasty, foot binding was a painful process intended to make a woman's feet as small as possible by restricting bone growth from an early age. The smaller the feet the more attractive and erotic they were, giving elite women a mark of elegance and a distinctive - albeit tortured - gait of small, light steps. These silk lotus slippers...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Chinese Longevity Hairpin, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Although eyes were certainly drawn to the high, fan-shaped headdresses that Qing-dynasty women affixed to back of their heads, it was the finishing touch of a hairpin or two that com...
Category
Late 19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silver
Chinese Charm Token Shoe with Compartment, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally tucked in a pocket as a charm, this tiny shoe was kept close at hand as a talisman for marital happiness. Meticulously carved from wood, the shoe is decorated with a double happiness symbol, the traditional symbol for conjugal bliss. A lovely Valentine’s Day or anniversary gift, the charm has a compartment ready to be filled with a note or small gift...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Pine
Fine Chinese Stucco Head of Bodhisattva Southern Dynasties
Located in Atlanta, GA
On offer is a fine Bodhisattva head made of stucco around a wood core circa 6th century AD. The fragment was part of high-relief wall sculpture based ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Archaistic Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Earthenware, Stucco, Petrified Wood
Chinese Double Dragon Silver and Amethyst Choker
Located in Norwalk, CT
Sterling silver with gold accents and faceted amethyst stone. No hallmarks. Weight: 1 ozt.
Category
Late 20th Century East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, Sterling Silver
Chinese Lilac Lotus Slippers with Plum Blossoms, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
These pointed silk slippers, beautifully embroidered with pink plum blossoms, were shaped to resemble a lotus bud and enhanced the diminutive shape of b...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Cotton, Silk
A Very Fine Takamaki-e Lacquer Cheroot Case in the Manner of Shibata Zeshin
By Shibata Zeshin
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The 'ishime' lacquered case consisting of two conforming molded sections with one sliding overtop the other, both sides decorated with hand painted gilt, silver & burnt dark russet (kasshoku) lacquers, depicting motifs in low relief of a rat with an acorn on one side and two acorns on the opposing.
In Japanese culture rats are considered auspicious symbols of fertility & wealth, acorns symbolize prosperity & growth. Signed with characters and a mon on one edge.
Takamaki-e is a lacquer technique in which metallic powders such as silver, gold, copper, pewter etc., are used in combination with lacquer & clay-dust to build up motifs in low relief.
Please note that the color tones & hues of the lacquered motifs appear somewhat more vibrant in the images due to ambient lighting conditions.
Regarding the opinion stating the superior quality of this fine example being likened to works associated with those by Shibata...
Category
1870s Meiji Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Lacquer
Daiya Japan 1960s Motorcycle - Stunt Driver - Tin Motorcycle Tin Toy
Located in Catania, IT
Daiya brand tin motorcycle made in Japan 1960s
in very good condition consistent with the wear and tear of time
See photos in details.
Measures:
Length 27 cms
Width 13 cm
Height ...
Category
1960s Vintage East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Eight Antique Chinese Tobacco Pipe Holder Antrophomorphic Subject, Tobacco Curio
Located in Leuven , BE
Eight Antique Chinese Tobacco Pipe Holders with Antrophomorphic Subject, made of the Wood of Fruit Trees.
French Private Collection.
Category
19th Century Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Fruitwood
Set of Three Kokeshi Dolls from Northern Japan
Located in Antwerp, BE
Kokeshi (こけし こけし, kokeshi), are Japanese dolls, originally from northern Japan. They are handmade from wood, have a simple trunk and an enlarged head with a few thin, painted lines t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Hasegawa Publishing – Sword and Blossom Poems, Volume II
Located in Hamburg, DE
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of ancient Japanese poetry with "Sword and Blossom Poems, Volume II" from Hasegawa Publishing. This exquisite book presents a captivati...
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Vintage Japanese Giant Swank
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The Vintage Japanese Giant Swank holds a unique charm, epitomizing the intricate craftsmanship and cultural richness of Japan. Its ornate design and meticulous detailing reflect cent...
Category
1970s Space Age Vintage East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Japanese modern black plastic videogame Formula 1 by Tomy Electronic, 1978
Located in MIlano, IT
Japanese modern black plastic videogame Formula 1 by Tomy Electronic, 1978
Electronic game or video game mod. Formula 1 rectangular in black and silver plastic. On the front there is...
Category
1970s Modern Vintage East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Plastic
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Rose Quartz
Set of 63 Qing Dynasty Chinese Mother of Pearl Counters
Located in London, GB
Set of 63 Qing Dynasty Chinese mother of pearl counters
Chinese, early 19th century
Measure: Diameter 3.5cm
This set comprises sixty-thre...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl
Manu: Recipes and Stories from My Brazi
Located in New York, NY
'Manu Buffara is the bridge to the next generation of strong, conscious, and thoughtful chefs.’ – Dominique Crenn
'Manu Buffara is amazing. A mother, warrior, Cook, chef, environm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Vintage Asian Chinese Porcelain Phoenix Figures - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Pair of vintage Chinese porcelain phoenix figures, elegantly crafted to showcase intricate details and rich symbolism. Representing rebirth a...
Category
Mid-20th Century East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Porcelain
Large Wood Sculpture of Boddhisatva Head Ming Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large antique Chinese carved wood sculpture of a Boddhisattva head circa 16-17th century from Ming Dynasty. Likely part of a full body life-size statue, the head was finely carved, p...
Category
17th Century Ming Antique East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Dynamic Human Anatomy
By Phaidon
Located in New York, NY
An essential visual guide for artists to the mastery and use of advanced human anatomy skills in the creation of figurative art.
Dynamic Human Anatomy...
Category
2010s East Asian Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
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