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Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha Vajrasattva Statue 13"
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful, 4.15 lb, gilt bronze Tibetan sculpture of Buddha Vajrasattva. Seated dhyana asana on double lotus throne, in the left hand a ghanta bell, in the right hand a vajra thund...
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20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Mid-20th Century Chinese Carved Purple Clay Kwan Yin Statuary
Located in Pomona, CA
Look at this magnificent Vintage Chinese Carved Kwan Yin Statuary. It shows very detailed hand carving works and wonderful clay pottery techniques on it. It is all hand made and hand carved Baby deliver Kwan Yin statuary holding a baby in her arm. A lot of detailed carving works on it. You can see from the pictures that they are in many years history with some age wears. Now you can have them on your collection shelf. They are not only a great adornment but also a wonderful gift! Don't miss it. Size: 20.5in H x 9in W x 8in D Origin: China Circa: 1950s Material: Purple Clay...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Clay

Large Pair of Fine Quality Japanese Meiji Mixed Metal Vases - Antique, c.1910
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Mixed Metal Vases - Exquisite Meiji Period Artist Pieces! These stunning Japanese bronze mixed metal vases, dating back to the Meiji Period cir...
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Vintage 1910s Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Large Japanese Imari Ginger Jars
Located in Montclair, NY
A large and very fine condition pair of antique Japanese Imari Ginger jars from the second half of the 19th century. Each is 12 inches in diameter and...
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Antique 1860s Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Georgian Mahogany Davenport
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A Charming George 1 Mahogany Davenport with Lockable Side Door and Four Graduated Drawers This Davenport Dates C1720 and is in Excellent Original Condition
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Antique 18th Century British George I Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Davenport
Georgian Mahogany Davenport
$7,577 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Antique Chinese Carved Altar Table/Sofa Table/Console More Views
Located in Pomona, CA
This Antique Carved Altar table from China was made in late 19th century and still maintained very good condition. It shows the traditional style of Northern China's cultural. This Chinese antique altar table was made from solid wood with raised carving works of traditional Chinese folks arts design of "Qin, Qi, Shu, Hua" and twig-wrapped patterns on the front and open carved Bats on the legs. Very heavy, solid and sturdy. From the pictures, you can see that there are some of the age wear but still shows your beautiful patina. It is truly a wonderful collection item. Don't miss it. Size: 35in H x 86.5in W x 15.5in D Origin: China Circa: 1850 - 1900 Material: Wood Condition: Original finish, solid wood construction, hand carved, very heavy, sturdy, normal age wear. Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos...
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese Carved Wine Entry Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Chinese Ming style wooden wine table featuring a floating top panel and a simple carved apron and spandrels. Finished in a light natural clear lacque...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese Carved Wine Entry Table
Chinese Carved Wine Entry Table
$720 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Ca 1700 Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Blue and WHite Plate Xieyi Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated plate with a landscape Scene. Kangxi period. Great decoration in Late Ming style Condition Chip and 1 Hairline. Size: 19cm Period 17th century
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Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinoiserie Ceramic Famille Rose Oval Platter in Pink and Gold Floral Motif
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A gorgeous oval Famille rose chinoiserie platter. This beautiful ceramic piece is oval in form, and features a hand painted floral motif desig...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

18th C Chinese Export Famille Rose Tea Pot, in the French Taste
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18th C Chinese Export Famille rose tea pot, in the French taste, of typical form the drum shape with twisted strap handles, and straight angled s...
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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Extraordinary Antique Carved Hardwood Dragon Stand
Located in Pomona, CA
VERY RARE, MARVELOUS, ANTIQUE Chinese Hardwood carved Dragons stands. Extraordinary angular hardwood table stand raised on parallelogram base. PROVENANCE: From a private collector in Southern California. The collar is intricately carved with a floral pattern that can be seen throughout. Just below the upper surface is an umbrella-shaped apron that flows into the angular mighty legs that run down to flaring wide footing standing. The lumber is blackish-purple in hue, and its fibers are loaded with deep red pigments. The fine surface of the wood grain has a beautiful glow as the light is reflected. Very heavily Dense hardwood throughout, with a fine grain. All reserved in hand master carved and the smooth surface elaborately carved with detailed dragons motif in deep reliefs with hundred dragons in various formation, enormous front facing imperial dragons standing, Yin and Yang formation, and snarling huge imperial dragon careening through cumulus clouds, scrolling ruyi above thrashing Li-Shui waves in a dark brown color dragon squama rounded the stands. Dragon is the symbol of the Emperor, the Son of Heaven, eternity, Yang and Yin, male vigor and fecundity, the Li-Shui wave pattern which is known to be the abode of dragons. The surface elaborately carved with detailed dragons motif in deep reliefs chasing a flame pearl...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Early 20th Century Antique Tibetan Painted Square Coffee Table
Located in Pomona, CA
Size: 18 1/2in H x 28in W x 28in"D Door opening: 9in H x 23in W Origin: Lhasa, Tibet Circa: 1900-1940 Material: Cedar wood Condition: Original finished, hand made, hand paint. N...
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Furniture

Materials

Cedar

18"x18" Uzbek Suzani Pillow Case, Silk Embroidery Cushion Cover, New Lace Pillow
Located in Spring Valley, NY
In the most technical sense of the word, "Suzani," in Central Asia and Iran, means needle and is used to describe this type of needlework, but to most people, such as decorators or c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Uzbek Suzani Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Linen

Antique Chinese Lacquered Ebonized & Gilt Blanket Chest with Mother of Pearl
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced Delivery Rates - See Below or Click “Ask The Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Chinese Lacquered Ebonized & Gilt Blanket Chest with Mother of Pearl & Soapstone Inlaid...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Chair Children's Caster Chestnut 1940s-1950s
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old Japanese children's chair. All frames are made of solid chestnut wood. Brass casters are attached to the legs. The natural color of the wood makes it suitable for a va...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Decorative Silk Embroidered Suzani Cushion Cover in Cream & Light Blue 18" x 17"
Located in Spring Valley, NY
In the most technical sense of the word, "Suzani," in Central Asia, means needle and is used to describe this type of needlework, but to most people, such as decorators or collectors...
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21st Century and Contemporary Uzbek Suzani Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Silk

Embroidered Cushion 18" x 18" Square Lace Pillow Cover. Blue & Cream Toss Pillow
Located in Spring Valley, NY
The Uzbek silk embroidery suzani cushion cover is a true masterpiece of textile art, originating from the vibrant and culturally rich region of Uzbekistan. Handcrafted with meticulou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Uzbek Suzani Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Silk

Early 19th Century White Ceramic Casa De Familia Bottle Vase by Josep Mª Jujol
By Josep Maria Jujol, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Early 19th Century White Ceramic Casa De Familia Bottle Vase by Josep Maria Jujol Materials: Ceramic Dimensions: Diam. 35.56 cm x H 71.12 cm The architect Josep Maria Jujol was ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

A Japanese Floral Imari Vase, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Japanese Floral Imari Vase, 19th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collectio...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Tall Pair Chinese Export Porcelain Phoenix Birds or HoHo Birds
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a wonderful pair of Chinese Export porcelain Phoenix Birds that dates to the late Ching Period. These birds are more commonly ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Antique 19 C Japanese Satsuma Monkey Jar with Landscape, Japan
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description Japanese Satsuma vase, Meiji period Of ovoid form with slightly domed cover, decorated with monkeys in robes frolicking in a landscape beside a river. Condition O...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Chinese Elaborate Gilt Cloisonné Foo Dog Censor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Chinese Elaborate Gilt Cloisonné Foo Dog Censor A stunning 20th Century Chinese Elaborate Gilt Cloisonné Foo Dog Censor, a masterwork of later craftsmanship. This exqu...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Red Lacquer Armoire with Relief Carving & Gilt Motif
Located in Greenwich, CT
Red lacquer armoire with relief carving & gilt motif doors. Bi-fold open doors, inside with three shelves, two of three shelves are removable with...
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Wood

Tibetan Singing Bowl Simple Longevity 9.5" Tone A
Located in Somis, CA
An elegant hand crafted singing bowl made by the spiritual craftsmen of Nepal. The bowl is void of decorations except a simple motif of longevity and 2 lines of Sanskrit mottos. Hand hammered, the 3.5 lb bowl has fluid vibration and beautiful tone A. A wonderful ceremonial piece and an amazing instrument for meditation and therapy in achieving personal wellness. Brocade cushion...
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2010s Nepalese Metalwork

Materials

Brass, Bronze

19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Standing Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden Buddha standing on a lotus base, with gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the headband and borders of the robe. Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19t...
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Three Églomisé Reverse Painted Snuff Bottles with Magnolia and Orchid
Located in Somis, CA
Our snuff bottles are topped with gemstone grade agate lids and 100% hand painted from within. The Chinese art of églomisé uses a very thin bamboo brush with a few strands of hair to...
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2010s Chinese Bottles

Materials

Agate

Antique Chinese Brown & Black Glazed Ceramic Salty Egg Jar, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Antique Jar dating to the early 1900s once served the purpose of crafting salty eggs. The jar features a wonderful brown glaze with some areas of dripping black. There is a ridg...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century, Mandalay, A Set of Antique Burmese Medicine Figure Amulets
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A set of antique Burmese amulets in lacquered wood and gilded with gold leaf. It is believed that this type of statuette had special powers due to the paste made from sacred ashes a...
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

5x6.9 ft Uzbek Suzani Fabric Bed Cover, Embroidered Silk and Cotton Wall Hanging
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Introducing our exquisite new suzani hand embroidered wall hanging, a captivating piece that combines ancient craftsmanship with modern artistry. This embroidered cloth is not just a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Uzbek Suzani Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Very Large Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Located in London, GB
This stunning Meiji period vase is a wonderful example of the quality of craftsmanship during the late 19th century Japanese Meiji period. The Meiji era was famed for being the perio...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Early 20th Century Japanese Kutani Milk Jar and Sugar bowl, Bamboo motif
Located in Pomona, CA
These two Bamboo Designed Sugar bowl and Milk jar Set from Japan are hand made and painted on them with gilt on the painting and hands. They are handcrafted and maintained very good ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Standing Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden Buddha standing on a lotus base, with gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the headband. Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century Size: Height 5...
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Baluster Vases
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fine pair of early 20th century Chinese enamel cloisonné vases. The baluster form bodies are decorated with intricate foliate and vine patterns almost in an arabesque style design wi...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Japanese Contemporary Blue Green Yellow Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Extraordinary contemporary Japanese museum-quality decorative porcelain vase, stunningly hand-painted in blue, green and orange on a gracefully shaped ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Gold

16th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Wood Carving Panel with A Set of Buddhas
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Rare antique Burmese wood carving panel with a set of Buddhas. Age: Burma, Shan Period, 16th Century Size of panel only: Height 83.3 C.M. / Width 43 C.M. / Depth 11 C.M. Height incl...
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Antique 16th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Chinese Solid Elm Jewelry Box with Carved Flowers
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful, solid elm wood jewelry box with carved flowers and three full length drawers. The box opens to support the mirror stand. There are two positions for the mirror to be hel...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

18"x24" Embroidered Pillow Case, Handmade Silk Cushion Cover, Linen Throw Pillow
Located in Spring Valley, NY
In the most technical sense of the word, "Suzani," in Central Asia and Iran, means needle and is used to describe this type of needlework, but to most people, such as decorators or c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Uzbek Suzani Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Linen

15C-17C Lankan Divided Kingdom/Kandyn Period Standing Bronze/Other Alloy Buddha
Located in Ukiah, CA
15thC Sri Lankan Divided Kingdom early Kandy’sPeriod Standing Bronze Buddha. Quite rare to find a figure from this period in this large size and high quality--the vast majority are the later Kandy style, which look similar but have rounder faces and distinctive ripples covering the robes. If you search the internet you will find very few of this type outside of museums or high end auction houses that are not just a few inches tall and quite provincial in casting. The size is an impressive 12 1/2 inches tall for the figure only and a total height on attached stand of 13.5 inches. It is extremely heavy for its size. Many Lankan Buddhas...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Sri Lankan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze, Metal

1.7x6.2 Ft Central Asian Suzani Textile. Embroidered Cotton & Silk Table Runner
Located in Spring Valley, NY
In the most technical sense of the word, "Suzani," in Central Asia and Iran, means needle and is used to describe this type of needlework, but to most people, such as decorators or c...
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2010s Uzbek Suzani Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Wrought iron pot rack with leaves and grapes
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Wrought iron oval shaped pot rack with leaves and grapes Has 8 hooks H 18" excluding hooks. W 38.75" excluding hooks D 18" excluding hooks Leaves are 4" Grapes are 5.5"
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20th Century Metalwork

Materials

Wrought Iron

Chinese Blue and White Spittoon, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Blue and White Spittoon, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period China, Circa 1700 An exquisite Chinese Blue and White Spittoon from the Qing Dynasty's Kangxi Period, showcasing the fin...
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Bronze Vase Cloisonné Japan Meiji 19th Century Japanese
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Absolute top Quality vase with superb decoration of flowers Cloisonné is a way of enamelling an object, (typically made of copper) whereby fine wires are used to delineate the dec...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

19"x19" Silk Embroidered Suzani Cushion Cover, Colorful Throw Pillow Cover
Located in Spring Valley, NY
In the most technical sense of the word, "Suzani," in Central Asia, means needle and is used to describe this type of needlework, but to most people, such as decorators or collectors...
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21st Century and Contemporary Uzbek Suzani Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Silk

Modern 20th Century Chinese Intaglio Calligraphy
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Modern 20th century Chinese Intaglio Calligraphy. This image represents the meaning of “Self Renewal“ characterized by its unique style of calligraphy related elements, such as wo...
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Late 20th Century Modern Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Old Wooden Netsuke 19/20th C Japanese Japan Fisherman Meiji Period
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Visible is a fisherman with 2 fishes in his hand. Weight: 19 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980's. From t...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Metal, Bronze

1.7x6.2 Ft Handmade Suzani Table Runner, Embroidered Cotton & Silk Wall Hanging
Located in Spring Valley, NY
In the most technical sense of the word, "Suzani," in Central Asia and Iran, means needle and is used to describe this type of needlework, but to most people, such as decorators or c...
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2010s Uzbek Suzani Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

A Chinese Wucai Plate, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Chinese Wucai Plate, 19th Century Home decor, Interior design and collectibles. Provenance: Private Victoria Collection. Dimension: Height: 4cm Width: 20cm Depth: 14cm.
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Calligraphy Brush Large Green Marble Beads 15"
Located in Somis, CA
Beautiful hand made large calligraphy brush with stunning green marble beads, bone ferrule and horse hair. This is a substantial 15" piece that weighs a whopping 1.2 lb with beads me...
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20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

Materials

Stone

Large Chinese Export Famille Verte Peach Motif Box, Republic Period
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Chinese Export Famille Verte peach motif box, Republic period, exquisite all over decoration with peaches, trees and flowers. Unmarked.
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Archaic Style Patinated Bronze Planter, China, Early 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Archaic style antique bronze planter - large size - featuring fine casting with over-all textured finish, decorative elements and Greek key bord...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Singing Bowl Brown Hammered Divots C5
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful early 20th century Japanese singing bowl of C5 tone, exhibiting rows of hand hammered divots, deliberate yet free, design with restra...
Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Chinese Carved Rosewood Altar Table, Console, Sofa Table
Located in Pomona, CA
Size: 39 1/2in H x 80 1/2in W x 20in D Origin: China Circa: 1960 Material: Rosewood Condition: Original finish, solid wood construction, hand carved, very heavy and sturdy, norma...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Large Red Lacquered Drum 26"
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful red lacquered drum on solid wood base, covered in leather with brass nails. A highly unique piece that adds great interest to any interior, be...
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20th Century Chinese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large Red Lacquered Drum 26"
Large Red Lacquered Drum 26"
$840 Sale Price
30% Off
A Lotus-Form Thai Temple Ceiling Medallion
Located in Chicago, IL
Intricately hand-carved, the panel depicts a central medallion of a lotus flower and leaves from Thailand and made from teak wood. Originally these circular medallions were found on...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Teak

Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha Statue Vajrasatwa 14"
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful, 7 lb, gilt bronze Tibetan sculpture of Buddha Vajrasatwa. Seated dhyana asana on double lotus throne, left hand holding a ghanta bell, right hand holding vajra thunderbolt, scepters of combined male and female energy to conquer evil. Dressed in a tight fitting dhoti and a shawl covering the shoulders, wearing layers of necklaces. The head tilted downwards adorned with an elaborate crown anchoring a high chignon. The face with downcast eyes...
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20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Vintage Hand-Crafted Tiger Sculpture / Statue from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderful pair of hand-crafted tiger statues from the island of Java. With a mixture of hand-painted and hand-carved detailing. They also feature glass marble inlaid eyes. They dif...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Early 20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Vase with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa Per...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Rare Mid Century "Wave" Pattern Garden Bench
Located in South Burlington, VT
Extraordinary mid century design This is a handsome Japanese mid century heavy hardwood bench hand chiseled on plank in a dramatic "wave" pattern using traditional Japanese tools "Oire Nomi". The butterfly joint at the end reminds us of George Nakashima's popular technique he used on his famous mid century tables. Solid and Heavy. Genuinely old waxed chocolate patina from care. We have applied a further protective coat of bees wax to ensure continued weather resistant use. Dimensions: Seat height: 18 inches x width: 71 inches x depth: 11.5 inches, 65 pounds Pair available. About Japan's hand chisels "Oire Nomi" The renowned metal-working arts of Japan are reflected in Japanese chisels...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Fine Quality Large Bronze Suiban Ikebana Jardinere planter pot - Meiji Period
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique Oriental Japanese Bronze Bowl Planter Jardinière - Exquisite Meiji Period Piece! This remarkable bronze bowl planter jardinière, dating b...
Category

Antique 19th Century Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Fine Antique Gilt and Red Lacquer Lotus Bud Flower, Edo Period 19th C
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions, a rare find Antique Original Japanese temple "blossoming lotus" flower bud stem including its original red lacquer display base. This finely hand carved wood and lacquered gold flower stem was made for a Buddhist 19th century temple altar. Its flower blossoms and leaves symbolize the stages of the path toward enlightenment. The individual parts of each lotus is carved separately then joined in an arrangement and inserted in altar vessels. Also called "Jyôka" , it is placed on or next to an altar in a Buddhist temple. Made with meticulous techniques. In Buddhism, the lotus is an important symbol of divine enlightenment because it blooms into beautiful flowers while growing in mud. Tsunehana means "a flower that continues to bloom forever" and "a flower that does not wither." For this reason, the flowers represented are in different stages of their life, unfolded lotus leaves, buds and full flowers, thus symbolizing the journey towards Buddhist enlightenment. This lovely Japanese antique gilt Lotus flower is an early survivor, circa 1840, and a hard to find treasure that was originally placed on or around a temple altar. This ensemble consists of a single stem, the top most flower, and the bottom leaf- all mounted in the original square red lacquer display base. A gold gilt 3.5 inch long tortoise "minogame" is affixed to the base as seen in the photo. Its attractive original old patina coupled with much of the original gilding remaining present is just the way we like to find them. Dimensions: With original red lacquer display stand Height, 17 inches height and 9 inches in width. The lotus flower stem alone measures 16 inches in height. Provenance: acquired from a Kyoto Japanse monk and collector History of the Japanese turtle "minogame" One of the most famous is the mythological giant turtle...
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Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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