East Asian Furniture

A vintage Chinese Art Deco room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 9' 2" x 11' 9" Chinese Rugs & Carpet: The craft of the hand-knotted carpet in China, and the surrounding areas including Mongolia and Tibet, extends into the early centuries of the first millennium, C.E., but we really have a firm grasp only beginning in the later 16th century with large, very coarsely woven carpets, often depicting dragons, created for the Imperial Forbidden City palaces. Chinese carpets have always been commercial and there are no tribal groups responsible for any of the carpet weaving strains. When the Ming Dynasty fell in 1644, with no Imperial patrons, production moved to the city of Ningxia in north central China where several workshops turned out more finely woven pieces for the Mandarins of the administrative Ch’ing bureaucracy and well-to-do merchants. Ningxia was the major Chinese carpet center up through most of the 19th century, with first allover and then medallion designs on cotton foundations in medium weaves. Palettes were initially limited to yellows, dark blue and cream, but later widened to include reds, browns and even green. These antiques were the first Chinese carpets to be exported to the West and they fitted in well with the craze for Chinese blue-and-white porcelain in the second half of the 19th century. Ningxia also wove shaped and rectangular small rugs for saddle underlays, chair (“throne”) seats and shaped backs, pillar carpets with dragons or monks for Buddhist monasteries, and long divided runners for monastery meditation halls. These small rugs are among the most collectible of all Chinese weavings. Weavers from Ningxia set up workshops in the capital Peking (Beijing) in the 1860’s and began weaving Western room sizes for export, primarily to America. In blue – and – white and polychrome palettes, with round wreath medallions, precious objects, seasonal flowers, paeonies, lotuses, fretwork, clouds, butterflies and bats, all relatively spaciously drawn. The round “Shou” (Good Luck) character is also a prominent decorative motif. There are also a few Peking landscape pictorials with pagodas, houses, bridges, waterscapes and boats. Peking carpets were woven right up until WWII and production began again after the Cultural Revolution around 1970. They are moderately well-woven, on cotton foundations, exactingly executed and indisputably Chinese. Many are in the blue-and-white style. Nothing else looks like a Peking carpet and for a Chinese “look” in a room, they are absolutely indispensable. Sizes range from scatters and a few runners, through the popular 9’12’ size, to large carpets over 20’ which must have been special orders. The earliest Peking Revival carpets are pliable and fairly thin, but they became heavier and more compact in the 20th century, in competition with Art Deco carpets from Tientsin. The modern, post- 1970, pieces are in the traditional Peking style, but are a little too regular and neat. Exactitude has been favored over character, as hard to explain that as it is. There are a number of all-silk and silk-and –metal thread pieces, many with inscriptions purporting to link them with rooms in the Imperial palaces, bringing very substantial auction prices, but none are really antique. The genre emerged after WWI and the present demand comes from mainland Chinese. The silk piles often stand in pattern relief against flat woven gold metal thread grounds. The inscriptions are apocryphal, the rugs are flashily opulent, perfect for nouveaux riches. The Art Deco period between the two World Wars saw a distinctive carpet industry developing in Tientsin (Tianjin) in northeastern China. These are highly prized for their transitional design character, neither overtly Chinese, nor abstractly modern/contemporary. Woven exclusively for export, usually by and for American firms, such as Nichols and Elbrook, they are totally in the “Jazz Age Modern” style of the 1920’s, often without borders, with abstract or abstracted patterns, and only with, at best, a few Chinese-y pattern elements. Vases asymmetrically placed in the corners are features of some of the more Chinese-y carpets. Open fields with floral sprays and branches growing in from the edges are anther design innovation. Often, Chinese motives have been re-imagined in more sharp-edged, abstract manners. Some have no references whatsoever to natural elements. The patterns are sharp and the rugs are never subdued, soft or restrained. The rugs are heavily constructed, with crisp, unfading dyes and medium to medium coarse weaves on cotton foundations. All are extremely well-executed, with none of the vagaries, variations or twists found on even high-quality Persian rugs. The majority are in the 9’ by 12’ format and a surprising number can be found in top condition. There also was a substantial production in Peking from, especially from the Fette factory. Elliptical and round carpets, and lighter, often pastel colors, were a specialty. Nothing looks like an Art Deco Chinese and they work well with traditional Chinese furniture and the most modern decor as well. These is no substitute for a good Chinese Art Deco carpet. Chinese carpets also include small scatters from Tibet, with high quality wool, floating dragons and allover textile patterns. The colors of vintage and modern pieces are bright, but there are antique small rugs...

Excellent collector condition. Coming from an old collection of Japanese sculptures, this energetic and impressive hand cast flying fish ornament was likely used as a potential model for an automotive hood ornament...

Chinese nest of tables with slight carving on the aprons. The tops with a slight arched front and tapering sides with a slightly shorter back. T...

A Chinese vintage elmwood wedding cabinet from the mid 20th century with a carved lower apron, two hidden internal drawers and brass hardware. Featured in our vast cabinets collection, we currently have have two of these large vintage cabinets available that would make for a great pair! This vintage tall...

Beautiful 20th century rectangular Chinese Cork diorama. Finely carved decoration in its glass case and black lacquered base. Careful and delicate work ...

A vintage Chinese Art Deco throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 8" x 5' 11".

A Chinese vintage green glazed vase from the mid-20th century, with raised floral decor and distressed patina. Created in China during the midcentury period, this flower vase feature...

Mid-20th century standing Quan Yin fired stoneware table lamp Standing on a carved rosewood base Dimensions 9" diameter at the base x 6" diameter at Quan Yin 27" high to the...

Acrylic and gouache on paper, mounted on board and framed, by Minamisawa Hiroshi. Bearing a label from the Avant-garde Kodo Art Group Exhibition 1955.

A pair of stemmed candleholders by Feldman. A compact size, at 3.5 inches diameter and 6.3 inches high. See images, comparing them to a standard sized champagne bottle. As a table...

A thermo from circa 1950, Japan. Made of bamboo and brass details. midcentury design.

Vintage bamboo magazine rack with brass Chinese accent. Excellent condition. Measures 15"W x 7"D x 11"H.

Maruni Mokko of Japan folding sling chairs, Quarter sawn oak frame with original brown nylon mesh. Original very good condition. Label on unde...

A Chinese vintage wooden bench from the mid 20th century, with antique courtyard stone inlay. Created in China, this wooden bench, raised on four straight legs, is inlaid with an antique courtyard stone top. Boasting a warm patina, this vintage Chinese bench...

A vintage Chinese Art Deco throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 1" x 4' 11".

1930s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 5 10'' x 8'6'' - 178 x 259 )

Fabulous folding table with a scalloped brass charger. The brass charger features beautiful etchings inspired by Eastern Asia with a large Chinese charac...

This is a vintage Famille Rose vase. A Chinese, ceramic decorative baluster urn, dating to the late Art Deco period, circa 1940. Copious decorations abound with this pleasing Art ...

A Chinese vintage red lacquered box from the mid-20th century with golden motifs. Created in China during the midcentury period, this decorative box features a red lacquered ground a...

Original vintage Japan Air Lines travel poster - JAL Discover Japan - featuring a great design showing the historic architecture and city view with a co...

A small pink and gold ceramic ashtray or vide poche with a bird motif. A lovely decorative trinket dish or ashtray that will be gorgeous on a side table or dressing table. The porcel...

Set of three miniature bronze Japanese dolphins, circa 1970s. The dolphins are about 2.75" long and have a wonderful vintage patina! #1391.

A really large and wonderful piece. Clearly, the maker was a fan of Shoji Hamada's work. Signed on the base along with a sticker on the inside that seems to read 2 - 66, perhaps F...

77587, vintage Chinese Baotou Vase Pictorial rug with Chinese Chippendale style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Chinese Baotou pictorial rug features an abrashed tan field showcasing different types of cloisonné vases sprouting with stylized florals resting on pedestals. The main border, which features repeated motifs of diamonds containing stylized Ruyi clouds with rosette centers, echoes the balance of geometric forms and floral touches used throughout the piece. It would be perfect for a small space, kitchen, reading nook, master bathroom, grand foyer, designer entry, study, studio, den, walk-in closet, stair landing, alcove, mudroom, entryway, bedroom, private library, private chambers, living room, front room, wine cellar, conservatory, drawing room, trophy room, game room, music room, listening room, or hotel lobby. It would also make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room or behind the sofa table in the living room. Iconic in its styling, this antique Chinese Baotou rug...

A long tall beautiful rectangular framed Chinese silk tapestry. Lovely addition to any wall. This tapestry portion of this piece is framed inside...

A sweet monumental-scale vintage Chinese Aubusson-style rug with an-all petite floral pattern containing myriad floral varieties woven in myri...

Kenji Fujita for Tackett Associates. Two porcelain coffee cups with saucers. Dated 1953-56. The cup measures: 9.8 x 7 cm. Saucer ...

A Chinese vintage table lamp from the mid 20th century, with carved wooden base. Created in China during the midcentury period and newly wired for the US, this Chinese table lamp vas...

Fine Chinese parrot or bird expertly decorated with enamel on brass presented on a custom wood perch and lucite stand.

Pair of elegant vintage cloisonné candleholder made of copper with blue, pink and other various color accents in a traditional oriental pattern with bird on black background, circa 1...

Kenji Fujita for Tackett Associates. Porcelain coffee service for two people. Dated 1953-56. Consisting of two coffee cups with sa...

About The Artist: The art of Tomikichiro Tokuriki (1902-1999) is an important bridge between the two great movements of Japanese art in the early twentieth century; shin hanga and sosaku hanga...

Mikumo (Nenjiro Inagaki, b. 1906) signed woodblock depicting a group of five robed figures in a white field. Monogrammed in plate lower left, pencil signed, numbered 68/300 and dated...

A Chinese vintage root planter from the mid 20th century, with dark brown patina. Created in China during the midcentury period, this root planter charms ...

This Chinese tray dating to the mid-20th century features a burgundy lacquer finish as well as engraved Chinese characters on its front and sides.        

Stunning Chinese sculpture of Shou Xing God of Wisdom and Longevity. Richly carved in organic burl wood. circa 1960s. Measure: 45.5" High. X.

A very nice pair of vintage Chinese hand carved hard wood foo dogs or bookends which I believe are made from mahogany or elm, circa 1970s. The dogs are in very good condition and mea...

Bamboo corner chair with incredible finials and antique patina. Measure: seat height 17.

Refined polychrome porcelain pair of vase, China, 1950s. Vases made of hand painted porcelain with orange floral motifs. Brand at the base blue canton. Perfect for decorating an Asi...

Incredible, massive pair of ebonized pottery Chinese foo dogs, circa 1950s. This unusual pair are finely crafted with amazing detail sitting on xiu qiu play balls. #1873 Overall c...

A vintage Tibetan rug in runner format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 2' 6" x 16' 1".

A beautifully composed, rare woodblock print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito. Many consider Saito to be one of the most important, if not the most important, contemporary Japanese printmakers of the 20th century. This print is titled "Tosyodai-Ji Nara". The wood grain and rich colors are amazing. The print is signed in white ink and stamped within the image and titled, dated (1959) and numbered (75/80) in pencil by the artist in the lower margin. This particular image is quite rare and hard to find. A copy of this print can be found in the Museum of fine Arts in Boston. Would be a great addition to any modern Japanese print...

This is a superior quality dining suite from the midcentury of Classic Chinese design, comprising of a table and eight chairs in the traditional taste. Mellow in color with good g...

Vintage 1950s Chinese bamboo and bronze side table.

A vintage Chinese tall vase from the mid-20th century, with hand painted decor. Created in China during the midcentury period, this tall vase features a scalloping lip with gilt edge...

It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Cotton fabric in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is recommended.

A Japanese vintage table lamp from the mid 20th century, with crackled finish and lucite base. Created in Japan during the midcentury period, th...

This is a semi-antique Chinese velvet textile woven during the first half of the 20th century circa 1940s. This textile has all over field design is made up of traditional Chinese ...

A fabulous pair of vintage hand forged black iron rooster sculptures having terrific details and crowing poses.

A Chinese vintage lacquer game box from the mid 20th century, with gold leaf hand-painted landscape and floral décor. Created in China during the midcentury period, this vintage game box features a black lacquer ground perfectly accented with gilded hand-painted traditional landscapes and pagodas. The circular body, flanked with straight splaying supports, is topped with a lid revealing the small storage space. With its elegant lines and complimenting colors, this vintage Chinese game box...

A Chinese vintage unusual bamboo openwork basket from the mid 20th century, with two enclosed shelves. Created in China during the midcentury period, this bamboo basket charms us wit...

A Chinese vintage red lacquered bird cage from the 20th century with handle and hexagonal base. Born in China during the second quarter of the 20th century, this charming bird cage f...

1950s Chinese lace wicker and bamboo food basket.

Blue and white ceramic or porcelain planter. The piece features scrollwork detail on rim, and flora and fauna depictions throughout. The bottom is signed with a "7" at the bottom. ...

Antique Chinese Peking rug. Size: 2'4" x 11'0".

Hand knotted on a luscious 9 x 12 scale from China circa 1950-1960, this vintage Art Deco rug hails from Rug & Kilim’s coveted Antique & Vintage Collection. Reflecting a more mid-cen...

A beautiful handmade handled bowl by well-known Japanese ceramic artist Makuzu Kozan II, son of Makuzu Kozan who was appointed artist to the Japanese Imperial household and was one o...

Mid-century Japanese gold leaf cherry blossom coffee table with inset glass Offered for sale is a mid-century lacquered and gilt-wood coffee table ...