Mid Century Modern Danish Walnut Bentwood Lounge Chair

Thick and circular, this disc, carved out of white Hetain jade, displays different designs on its two faces. One face consists of four symmetrical divisions; in each division there a...

This cicada, carved from russet Hetian jade is archaic, reminiscent of the style of Han Dynasty jade cicadas. This piece features the face of a mythical beast, with round, bulky eyeballs, curved eyebrows, a wide nose, and clean, neat lips. It has layered wings and two arms that are held out in front, with space between the arms and chin allowing a silk string to pass through. On its back, there are layered details near its tail. During the Han dynasty, jade cicadas were used as ‘玉含.’ It was believed that cicadas could help deceased people re-enter the next life cycle. Emperor Qianlong’s passion for antiques and jade led to the revival of Han Dynasty jade art. This jade cicada does not attempt to reproduce the shape of Han cicadas; rather, it invents a new shape that is closer to the natural look of a cicada, with a twist of archaic Han Dynasty jade art. The last image reference is the Ming Dynasty Jade...

The group is carved with a large ram resting with its hooved legs tucked under its body. One young ram rests on the large ram’s side, and another rests at its rear. Russet hues are s...

Seated upright, the jade eagle is decorated with symmetrical curls on the wings and back. On the breast of the bird there are fine curved incisions. The eagle, with its strong brows and beak, is looking ahead confidently. This archaic piece represents Eastern Zhou Dynasty style eagles. The jade monkey is in a seated position with one hand held up to his ear and the other crossed in front of his body. The monkey is carved with wrinkles on his brow and a long, curling tail reaching upward on his back. During the Qianlong period, eagle carvings, usually paired with a bear, appeared on archaic jade carvings. Together the eagle and the bear mean “hero”. “Monkeys are symbols of longevity because they are believed to have the ability to live for a long time, Their name, hou, is a pun for marquess, so they are also symbols of high rank. Monkeys bring to mind the exploits of the monkey Sun Wukong...

Bamboo pencil designed by Cartier. Very unusual and useful luxury piece, created in Paris France by the iconic house of Cartier, during the mid century period, back in the 1950's. T...

This very strong design by Mogens Ballin (1871-1914) of a writing table set comprising a wonerful inkwell, a letter opener, a blotter and a writing board was executed in pewter, glass, ebony and green...

An Exquisite Late 20th-Century Masterpiece Enhance your space with this elegant Swiss brass half-moon desk timepiece, retailed by Tiffany & Co. during the late 20th century. This sop...

Vintage Set of Four Bridge Mechanical Pencils, .800 Silver, Mid 20th C. Each pencil has a suit engraved into the body with color matched enamel and colored top. These are screw-based...