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Item Ships From: Asia
Swatow Lidded Boxes in the shape of Waves and Flowers, Late Ming Era(16-17th c)
Located in seoul, KR
Small green-glazed boxes from the late Ming dynasty cargo. Identical pieces are included on page 142, 143 of the Bin Thuan catalog titled 'The Age of Discove...
Category
16th Century Vietnamese Ming Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Contemporary Unique Black Document Box with Bull Design by Arijian
Located in Namyangju-si, KR
This artwork uses mother of pearl to re-interpret 'A Bull,' which is an iconic work by one of the most celebrated South Korean artists in modern and contemporary painting...
Category
2010s South Korean Modern Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Brass Alam Hand Cutwork Calligraphy in the Shape of a Falcon, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
Brass Alam Persian hand Cutwork Calligraphy in the shape of a falcon, 20th century.
The ornamental calligraphy arranged within a frame of a bird of prey -The Falcon. The letters are those of the Shia Muslim...
Category
20th Century Persian Islamic Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Unique design Japanese Signed by Haruhiro Bronze Vase
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Unique design beautiful Bronze Vase signed by Haruhiro
Category
20th Century Japanese Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Ink Art Hand Brush Painting Grapes on Paper
Located in 景德镇市, CN
Chinese Hand Brush Painting on Paper – Grapes Ink Art, Traditional Calligraphy Style
Enhance your space with the timeless beauty of this Chinese Hand Brush Painting of Grapes, delic...
Category
2010s Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Paper
Natural 81.95 Gram Bicolor Tourmaline Crystal Elongated on Mica Specimen
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural 81.95 Gram Bicolor Tourmaline Crystal Elongated On Mica Specimen
WEIGHT: 81.95 grams
DIMENSION: 2.8 x 3.2 x 1.9 Cm
ORIGIN : Nooristan, Afghanistan
COLOR: Pink And Black
...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Crystal
A Rare Yue Celadon-Glazed Figural Vessel, Western Jin dynasty (265-420)
Located in seoul, KR
This vessel is well-modeled as a recumbent winged lion with detailed decorative elements. It features a grimacing face with large protruberant eyes under heavy brows and a gaping mouth, which forms a large aperture. The piece has a tail that arches to form a loop handle, and the wings are incised on the sides. The whole piece is finished with a thin olive-green glaze.
This kind of figural vessel dates back to at least the Western Han dynasty, with the design fully developed in the Yue kilns of Zhejiang province during the 3rd and 4th centuries. Such zoomorphic forms became popular among the literati and were transformed into various functional objects like wine ewers and water pots.
There is a pair, and you can check it in the uploaded list. If you would like to purchase two in pairs, please leave a message.
Period : Western Jin Dynasty (266 - 316 AD)
Type : Figural vessel
Medium : Yue celadon(Stoneware)
Provenance : The piece was acquired in Hong Kong in late 1990s.
Reference :
1) Sotheby's New York 17 March 2015 - Chinese Art Through The Eye Of Sakamoto Gorō – Ceramics Lot 33
(Price Range : 15,000 USD-20,000 USD / Type : Highly related)
2) Sotheby's London 17 May 2023 - A Journey Through China's History. The Dr Wou Kiuan Collection Online. Part I - Lot 30
(Price realised : 13,970 GBP / Type : Closely related)
3) Ethnological Museum, Berlin, Germany - Pouring vessel in animal shape, China, Yue kilns, Zhejiang province, late Western or early Eastern Jin dynasty, 4th century
4) Sotheby's London 16 May 2018 - Important Chinese Art Lot 68
(Price realised : 50,000 GBP / Type : Closely related)
5) The MET - Accession Number: 1985.207 - Vessel in the Shape of a Tiger (Huzi)
(Type : Closely related)
* Yue Celadon
Yue celadon, also known as Yue ware, is a type of Chinese pottery with a celadon glaze, originating from the eastern Han dynasty in the Zhejiang province. The name 'Yue' comes from the Yue kilns which were among the earliest to develop the celadon technique. Yue ware is known for its jade-like glaze, which can range in color from bluish-green to olive green.
Yue celadon was highly regarded during its time and was the first Chinese ware...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Chinese Export Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Celadon
Handcrafted Ceramic Paper Bag Vase (Set of 2)- White
Located in 景德镇市, CN
Set of 2 Vases, Dimensions (from left to right):
- 10"h x 7"w x 3"d
- 3.5"h x 14.5"w x 4"d
Midnight Sun's Ceramic Collection is a tribute to the centuries-old craftsmanship of Jingd...
Category
2010s Chinese Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Blue and White Flower Saucer c. 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
The central floral motif, possibly representing peonies or another culturally significant flora, is surrounded by intricate patterns and border designs typical of the period. Pieces ...
Category
1720s Vietnamese Chinoiserie Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Glamorous Natural Purple Cubic Fluorite with Dog Tooth Calcite Specimen
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Glamorous natural purple cubic fluorite with dog tooth Calcite Specimen
WEIGHT: 101.12 grams
DIMENSIONS: 4.5 x 4.6 x 3.2 Cm
ORIGIN : Balochistan, Pakistan
TREATMENT None
The Fluori...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Crystal
18th Century, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Figure of Lady Holding Lotus
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden seated figure of lady holding lotus.
Age: Burma, 18th Century
Size: Height 55.4 C.M. / Width 18.5 C.M. / Depth 16.5 C.M.
Condition: Some expected degradation ...
Category
18th Century Burmese Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood
$920 Sale Price
20% Off
Japanese Contemporary Platinum Red Blue Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Exquisite Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, hand painted in iron-red and blue, set against a striking wave patterns background in platinum, combined with a generous us...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Platinum
Famille Rose Hongxian Marked Sleeve Vase With Flowers, Republic Period
Located in seoul, KR
A stunning 20th-century Chinese Famille Rose vase, also known as a hatstand, from the Republic period, is adorned with a detailed Hongxian mark on the bottom. This vase features exqu...
Category
20th Century Hong Kong Qing Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
20th Century Temple Altar Door Gilded Applique, Set
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Set of Large Buddhist temple Altar door decorative applique. Gilded copper, depicting flying Phoenix. Can be easily used to adorn any door. Solid copper...
Category
20th Century Japanese Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Iron
Modern White Porcelain Buddha in Pink Holding a Lotus Flower
Located in 景德镇市, CN
The white porcelain statue of a sitting Buddha in pink and holding a lotus flower is a striking piece that combines artistry with profound spiritual symbolism.
This white porcelain buddha from renowned Chinese kilns in Dehua city which is prized for its purity, smooth texture, and fine quality. This material allows for intricate detailing and a beautiful, smooth finish.
Creating porcelain statues...
Category
2010s Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Antiques Tree Stand / table Wabisabi Primitive Stool
Located in Niiza, JP
650(W)× 210(H) × 580(D) [mm]
10kg
Material unknown
A beautiful, well-balanced tree with natural roots
The legs are artificially shaped, but the legs and the tree are carved from a s...
Category
19th Century Japanese Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antiques Shiro Kasamatsu. Large lantern of Asakusa Kannon-do. Woodblock
Located in Niiza, JP
Rare original framed woodblock print by Shiro Kasamatsu 笠松紫浪.
Large lantern of Asakusa Kannon-do. 浅草観音堂大提灯
Woodblock print. Publisher: Watanabe Woodblock Print Shop, Ginza, Tokyo. 版...
Category
20th Century Japanese Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Paper
Islamic Calligraphic Rice Pan "Parat", 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
This culinary masterpiece, designed for the preparation of rice, transcends its utilitarian purpose and becomes a work of art in its own right. The entire surface of the rice pan is adorned with intricately engraved calligraphy, adding a touch of elegance and cultural significance.
The brass rice pan is substantial, reflecting its purpose as a tool for large-scale cooking. Its sheer size and sturdy construction make it a standout piece in any kitchen or culinary setting. The brass material provides a warm and lustrous backdrop for the detailed engravings that grace its surface.
The calligraphy on the rice pan is a testament to the artistry and precision of the craftsman. Delicate Arabic or Persian script, characterized by flowing lines and elegant curves, covers the entire exterior of the pan. The calligraphy may feature verses from poetry, blessings, or traditional sayings related to food, hospitality, and prosperity. Each inscription is meticulously engraved, creating a visually striking contrast between the polished brass and the finely detailed letters.
The combination of the monumental size, brass material, and engraved calligraphy transforms this rice pan into a cultural artifact that goes beyond its culinary function. It becomes a symbol of tradition, craftsmanship, and the importance of communal gatherings around food. Whether displayed as a piece of art or used in the preparation of meals, this monumental brass rice pan stands...
Category
20th Century Pakistani Islamic Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Chinese soapstone carving from the mid-20th century is depicting a village scene, is a stunning piece of art with intricate details and cultural significance. The carving showcas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Soapstone
Green-glazed model of a Haitai, Han dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This Han Dynasty green-glazed Haitai sculpture, though worn over time, retains its dynamic form.
Period : Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD)
Medium : Earthenware with Green glaze
Provena...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Han Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Taisho Period Calligraphy Screen: The Dragon's Song
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Taisho Period Calligraphy Screen: The Dragon's Song (2/2)
Period: Taisho
Size: 174 x 172.5 cm (68.5 x 67.9 inches)
SKU: PTA77
This calligraphy screen from the Taisho period is ...
Category
20th Century Japanese Taisho Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Silver Leaf
Very Rare Ewer of a Seated Monkey, C 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
This statue is a representative piece excavated from the Ca Mau shipwreck. It is featured on the cover of the collection book by Dr. Zelnik. Ewer and cover in the form of a seated mo...
Category
1720s Vietnamese Qing Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Annamese Stoneware Miniature Vase and Jar, Hoi An Hoard, Late 15th C, Le Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
These ceramics feature finely detailed depictions of birds and cloud motifs using underglaze blue, showcasing an elegant and refined design. The vase portrays a bird in mid-flight, w...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Vietnamese Ming Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Japanese Contemporary Blue Red Purple Green Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Elegant Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, hand painted in vivid green, blue, red and purple and signed by a highly acclaimed master porcelain artist of Japan’s Imari-A...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Antiques Serizawa Keisuke [Namu Amida Butsu] Woodblock print, framed
Located in Niiza, JP
Serizawa Keisuke [Namu Amida Butsu 南無阿弥陀仏] Woodblock print, framed
320×290×30mm Glass surface
A dyer blessed with a natural talent for creating free color sense and patterns
The "Se...
Category
20th Century Japanese Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Paper
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76.80 Carat Natural Bi Color Drilled Tourmaline Carving Gemstone From Africa
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
76.80 Carat Natural Bi Color Drilled Tourmaline carving gemstone From Africa
Weight: 76.80 Carats
Dimension: 3.5 x 3.0 x 0.7 Cm
Origin: Africa
C...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Malagasy Adam Style Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Famille Rose/Verte Ewer, Qing Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Beautiful flowers and scenary painted familie rose/verte ceramic ewer from Qing dynasty. Excavated from cargo underwater.
This piece is from the early Qing dynasty, and it is not cl...
Category
17th Century Vietnamese Qing Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Antique Shell-Inlaid Lacquer Tea Tool Box, Qing Period
Located in Chuo-ku, Tokyo
This is gorgeous and decorative instrument box decorated with "Raden" work of mother of pearl shell shining in seven colors. Raden work using mother of pearl shell shining in seven c...
Category
17th Century Japanese Qing Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Shell, Wood
Rare Yue Celadon-Glazed Figural Vessel, Western Jin dynasty (265-420)
Located in seoul, KR
This vessel is well-modeled as a recumbent winged lion with detailed decorative elements. It features a grimacing face with large protruberant eyes under heavy brows and a gaping mou...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Han Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Celadon
Glamorous Natural Tri Color Tourmaline Crystal From Paprok Mine Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Glamorous Natural Tri Color Tourmaline crystal from Paprok Mine Afghanistan
Weight: 26.65 grams
Dimension: 9.0x 1.3x 1.0 Cm
Origin: Paprok mi...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Celestial being(Apsara) Stone Statue, Northern Wei-Tang Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This statue appears to be a stone sculpture of an apsara, a celestial nymph from Buddhist and Hindu traditions. Despite its fragmentary state, the sculpture conveys grace and movement. The apsara is captured in a dynamic pose, perhaps once part of a larger tableau, playing a flute-like instrument. The facial features are serene yet expressive, with faint traces of pigmentation hinting at the sculpture's original polychromy. The black stand was made in Hong Kong at the time of the acquisition.
Date : Northern Wei...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Tang Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Stone, Limestone
A Cizhou Yuhuchunping, Yuan Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This piece has a flared neck and a globular body, typical of the forms seen in Cizhou ware. The body is decorated with freely drawn floral motifs and abstract patterns, which may inc...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Chinese Export Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Black-glazed Lion Pillow, Northern Song-Jin Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Black-glazed ceramic pillow, frequently-produced during the Jin dynasty. Similar piece can be found in the Guanfu Museum, where there are black-glazed pillows...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Handcrafted Black Ceramic Vase with Textured Drapery Design, Matte Finish
Located in 景德镇市, CN
*Free Express Shipping- Delivery Time from Ordering: 10-15 days.
Midnightsun's Ceramic Collection is a tribute to the centuries-old craftsmanship of Jingdezhen, the world-renowned "...
Category
2010s Chinese Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Large Lacquer Worker Bowl Kanshitsu
Located in Fukuoka, JP
A Beautiful Kanshitsu Bachi Lacquer Mixing Bowl.
This beautiful Kanshitsu Bachi lacquer mixing bowl is a stunning example of Japanese craftsmanship. It is dated to the Showa period,...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Handmade Pillar-Shaped Ceramic Vase, with Etched Texture
Located in 景德镇市, CN
*Free Express Shipping – Delivered within 10-15 days from the time of order.
Gift Wrap Available.
Available in two colors: Black/ Rust
Midnight Sun's Ceramic Collection is a tribut...
Category
2010s Chinese Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
White with Overglaze Enamel Tea Set Circa 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Reign
Located in seoul, KR
The wear on its surface is a testament to its age and underwater journey, giving it a unique patina that only time and nature can create. The overglaze enamel decoration that adorns ...
Category
1720s Vietnamese Qing Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Japanese Contemporary Gold Red Porcelain vase by Master Artist, 4
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Exquisite Japanese Contemporary museum-quality intricately gilded dimpled porcelain vase, hand-painted in red on a stunning shape in gold, a masterpiece by widely respected award-win...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Gold
Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Gilt Bronze Dragon Incense Burners, Late 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
This magnificent pair of 19th-century Chinese gilt cloisonné bronze incense burners is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of the peri...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Three Annamese Stoneware Miniature Jarlets, 15th Century, Le Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
In the shape of a tower(Chess) with blue decoration on the body, chocolate ring on the base.
Dates : 15th century Le Dynasty
Region : North Annam(Viet...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Vietnamese Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Amber-Glazed Pottery Figure Of Sacred Bull, Tang-Liao Dynasty (7-12th Century)
Located in seoul, KR
Naturalistically modelled, standing on a rectangular base with head facing forward and short tail curled to one side, incised details and covered overall in a rich chestnut glaze sav...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Tang Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Inside Painted Crystal, "After Rain" Snuff Bottle by Fu Guoshun, 2014
Located in Tainan, TW
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Exceptional Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase intricately hand painted, showcasing a dramatic scene of a phoenix in platinum and gold extending its beautiful long wings...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Meiji Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Gold, Platinum
9 Gram Green Emerald Tabular Crystal With Golden Pyrite From Pakistan
By Gioielleria Mineo
Located in Peshawar, PK
Emerald Crystal
Weight: 9 Gram
Dimensions: 3x2.3x1.3 CM
Origin: Swat Valley Pakistan
Treatment: Non
This stunning specimen is a vibrant green emerald crystal embedded with golden...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Adam Style Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal
Inside Painted Crystal, "Bird in Autumn" Snuff Bottle by Li Yingtao 2012
Located in Tainan, TW
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Rock Crystal
Gorgeous Natural 5.25 Gram Tri Color Tourmaline Specimen with Mica
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gorgeous Natural Tri Color Tourmaline Specimen with Mica
WEIGHT: 5.25 grams
DIMENSIONS : 3.4 x 1.2 x 10 Cm
ORIGIN: Afghanistan
TREATMENT: None
To...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Indonesian Ceremonial Performance Mask, 19th Century
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Indonesian ceremonial mask.
Age: 19th century
Size: 15 x11x 14.5cm ( 6 x 4.3 x 5.7inch )
Weight: 314g ( 0.7lb )
Material: wood with paint
Good condition, some abrasions as yo...
Category
19th Century Indonesian Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Green Glazed Red Pottery Figure of Dog, Han dynasty (206 BC-220 AD)
Located in seoul, KR
The dog faces forward, with clearly defined eyes that stand out. Its ears are slightly curled, giving the impression of a relaxed, natural stance. The collar around its neck, connect...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Han Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Reconstructed Ceramics #7 Contemporary Zen Japonism Style
By Norihiko Terayama
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series of ceramics are unique work by Norihiko Terayama. He broke ceramic at first, and make it into a lot of fragment. He rasp some of fragmen...
Category
2010s Japanese Japonisme Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$1,120 Sale Price
30% Off
VIntage kimono textile art "Geometry ~Marble~" by ikasu Gold, White, Grey, Japan
By Kimono ikasu
Located in Setagaya City, JP
This work is inspired by traditional Japanese nature motifs symbolism, and is framed in paulownia wood originally used for a kimono chest-of-drawers.
It is elegantly framed with pau...
Category
1960s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Silk, Wood
Japanese Contemporary Red Green Blue Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Extraordinary Japanese contemporary museum-quality decorative porcelain vase in a stunning wave pattern with intricate etchings features platinum foils plus silver foil tinted in sha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Slate, Platinum, Silver Leaf
Green Glazed Pottery Figure of Rooster, Han dynasty (206 BC-220 AD)
Located in seoul, KR
The head is rounded, with minimal detailing of the beak, eyes, and comb. The neck is thick and solid, seamlessly transitioning into the body, which appears sturdy and compact, giving...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Han Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Ming Dynasty Green-Glazed Horse and Rider (15-16th Century)
Located in seoul, KR
Statues of Chinese horse and rider, featuring glazes in green, amber, are set on rectangular bases.
Period: Ming Dynasty
Medium: Green-glaze...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Ming Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Pottery
White Handmade White Ceramic Vase with Peeling Texture, Minimalism
Located in 景德镇市, CN
*Free Express Shipping – Delivered within 10-15 days from the time of order.
Gift Wrap Available.
Available in two colors: White/ Black
Midnight Sun's Ceramic Collection is a tribu...
Category
2010s Chinese Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
White Handmade White Ceramic Vase with Peeling Texture, Minimalism
Located in 景德镇市, CN
*Free Express Shipping – Delivered within 10-15 days from the time of order.
Gift Wrap Available.
Available in two colors: White/ Black
Midnight Sun's Ceramic Collection is a tribu...
Category
2010s Chinese Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Blue and White Stemcup, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
This porcelain stemcup has a domed foot, a high stem and an elongated deep bowl with a partially broken flared rim. River landscapes featuring trees, pavilions, bridges and figures, ...
Category
1690s Vietnamese Qing Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Chinese Hand Painted Ceramic Vases, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The pair of Chinese hand-painted porcelain vases are exquisite examples of traditional Chinese artistry, capturing scenes of daily life and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Guardian Haitai Lion Pottery Figure, Northern Wei-Tang Dynasties
Located in seoul, KR
This figure represent a guardian haitai. The style of the figurine, with its facial features and remnants of paint, suggests it could be a part of funerary art, which was common in Chinese culture during these periods.
Date : Northern Wei...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Tang Antique Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
Vintage obi textile art " Camellia ~ Serendipity ~ " by ikasu Blue, Japan
By Kimono ikasu
Located in Setagaya City, JP
This work is inspired by traditional Japanese nature motifs symbolism, and is framed in paulownia wood originally used for a kimono chest-of-drawers.
In this artwork, the aim was to capture the the auspicious symbol of camellia used in antique kimono. Traditional Japanese culture, represented by the kimono, and wood, an integral element of Japanese craftsmanship, were used to bring this vision to life.
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.
<< Explanation and meaning of pattern and colors >>
This delicate piece features hand-drawn camellia motifs flowing gracefully on a softly brightened grayish background.
Camellias, native to Japan, bloom from winter to early spring. As an evergreen tree with green leaves throughout the year, it symbolizes the anticipation of spring and is considered an auspicious plant. Due to its seasonal significance and auspicious meanings, camellias have been used as motifs symbolizing good fortune. Additionally, they were highly valued for their use in oil, cosmetics, and medicine, representing nobility. Believed to possess the power to ward off misfortune, camellias also carry the meaning of "protection from calamity" and have strong ties to traditional ceremonies. In this artwork, camellias are delicately depicted alongside flowing branches, subtly representing good fortune with their pale pink and white hues.
"Sora-iro nezumi 空色鼠" refers to a light grayish color with a hint of blue, reminiscent of the slightly brightened sky on a lightly cloudy day. Popular during the late Edo period (19th cent.), it elegantly captures the slightly brighter sky pattern seen on lightly overcast days. Notably, the term "nezumi-iro" (mouse gray), popular during the late Edo period, was paired with brown tones, collectively known as "Forty-eight Teas and a Hundred Mice 四十八茶百鼠." Colors within the "nezumi" (gray) spectrum, particularly "sora-iro nezumi," were favored by young people for their cool and sophisticated appeal.
<< Characteristics of the fabric >>
The fabric features intricately woven patterns that reveal subtle gradations through dyeing, creating a grid pattern that transforms depending on the light conditions.
Originally, this fabric was part of a formal kimono known as a "hōmongi 訪問着," featuring motifs along the hem, shoulders, and sleeves. These motifs have been carefully selected and combined to create a unified piece of artwork.
<< 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...
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1960s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Asia - Asian Art and Furniture
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