Safavid Dynasty. (1502–1736) Persian dynasty. It was founded by Isma'il I, who, by converting his people from Sunnite to Shi'ite Islam and adopting the trappings of Persian monarchy, planted the seeds of a unique national and religious identity. He captured Tabriz from the Ak Koyunlu and became shah of Azerbaijan (1501) and Persia (1502). 'Abbas I (r. 1588–1629) brought the dynasty to its peak; his capital, Isfahan, was the center of Safavid architectural achievement...

From our Chinese Blue and White Collection, a very fine and unusual Kangxi Period (1662-1722) porcelain dish of European form, depicting two gentlemen discussing business alongside a boat dock while an attendant stands nearby with tea. This particular dish is extremely well-painted with a proficiency that rivals even some of our better mark and period pieces, and is executed in a very rich palette of four different shades of cobalt blue...

Japanese gilt lacquer three-case inro, Edo period, 19th century, the flattened body decorated overall with fluttering butterflies, finely rendered in gold, silver and iro-e hiramakie, takamakie and togidashi on a kinji ground with gold foil, aogai and raden inlaid accents, signed Yoyusai followed by a kakihan, the interiors fundame and nashiji (silver oxidized), 3.5''l; together with a copper ojime with bat and floral design in gold, silver and shakudo overlay.

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A large Chinese Qin dynasty pottery Cocoon Jar. Similar but smaller pieces collected by Metropolitan Museum, NY and National palace Museum, Taipei. Lt. 45cm. Condition: small damage to outer mouth rim, please refer to enlargement 4, no restore, in good condition as shown. Shipping from Taipei, Taiwan via EMS at actual cost. Item selling at various platforms, please ask before ordering.

A very fine quality antique 19th century, Islamic, Indo-Persian, lacquered papier mache bowl of lobed circular form, with a scalloped rim on a raised circular foot. It has 26 lobed petals superbly hand-painted in gold and various pigments with flower sprays, foliage, and teardrop-shaped paisley motifs. The lower rounded body is finely hand-painted with floral sprays and perching birds (gul-o-bulbul, roses and nightingales). The interior of the bowl is fitted with a brass lining...

Panelled and diaper molded border picked out in blue and green, handpainted and signed "P. Vissier", and dated 1769. The plate has two labels, one from the Newman collection, and the other from the Harriet Carlton Goldweitz collection, considered one of the finest English pottery collections of the last 25 years. 9 5/8 inches in diameter, superb condition with deep, vibrant color, and no chips, cracks, or restoration.

A rare and very decorative Tang Dynasty ( 618 - 906 ) sancai glazed Jarlet. Earthenware with a four-color glaze in green, yellow, brown and creamy white. ( Normally such pieces do have a three-color glaze and it is rare to find a piece with four different colors ) Shaanxi - Henan ( Sancai ) Condition : 2 small restored chips to the rim ( nearly not visible ), further in an excellent condition with a very nice glaze. H : 4,5 cm.

A nice Chinese 18th-19th century bronze censer decorated with killin as the lug. Size : 13,2cm mouth diameter. 8cm high. 1,2kg weight. there is two fault on this censer. (please see on the picture)

The Hirado figure of a monkey with moveable head and tonge. Portrayed as a Shinto priest with the addition of a fan used in performing the Manzai dance during New Year's festivities. Blue underglaze and iron oxide wash on the biscuit and over the glaze. Meiji period. Good condition. Height, 3 5/8 inches (9.21 cm)

18th century netsuke of a karako (Chinese boy) wearing nicely decorated robe, holding a fan in his hand and seating on a very large bag. Strong early netsuke, great facial expression with an attractive smile, well carved textile patterns, warm yellow patina, old age lines. Height 1 5/8inches.

Pair of 1900's Chinese Agate Carved Wine Cup with Dragon Ears

They are 2 inches (5.1 cm) tall by 4 inches (10.1 cm) wide. Total weight is 155.8 gram.

One cup has a hairline crack at the top rim, and flea bite chips at the bottom. The other cup has small chips at the bottom. They have surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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A nice little bronze figurine of the 4-armed Vishnu-Vasudeva-Nārāyaṇa, Cambodian, Angkor period, late 11th.-12th. Cent. AD

Great patina and details.

Size: 78 mm.

Here mounted on a Ancient near eastern macehead for the pictures only.

Condition: Choice, loss to one lower arm, othervise superb. Fine metal!

Ex. Danish/Swedish private Collections, since the 1970s

Sample five dynasties yue yao bowl decorated with incised twin phoenix bowl. 17cm diameter.6 cm high. Bowl on repaired conditions.

Directly from Jerusalem, ancient Roman white agate bead, dated from, 100 – 300 AD

Nicely set in handmade sterling silver wire pendant.

Found in Israel and come with a certificate of authenticity

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1930's Chinese Celadon Glazed Porcelain Vase with Figure Marked

It is 11.2 inches (28.5 cm) tall by 10 inches (25.5 cm) wide. It is 2.5 Lb.

It has surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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A hexagonal moulded small bowl or mukuzuke decorated with alternating panels of Buddhist Lions and Peonies painted in a limited three colour palette of iron red, green and yellow enamels and a Camelia flower to the interior of the bowl based on a Chinese wucai pattern of the late Ming period. A cheerful auspicious pattern celebrating the season of spring. The Buddhist lions rendered as playful characters rather than as fierce guardians...

Fine Chinese Ming Dynasty Painted Pottery Mandarin Tile

This attractive and very detailed pottery tile depicting a mandarin (Chinese official) was made during the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644). It is made from a dense grey pottery. The mandarin wears a flowing robe, belted across his waist, with his badge of rank in the centre of his chest. In his right hand is what appears to be a hu (audience tablet) and in his left hand an object upon which is a small animal...

Unique double diamond Chinese Lacquer Box from the 18th C. The lid of the box has a gold painted mountain scene with two sages near a mountain stream. The crackling of the lacquer indicates the age of the box. The woven wicker inserts encased in a red painted frame on the 8 sides are in pristine condition. Small gold flowers are painted adjacent to the frames. The interior of the box is a large open space.

Date: 18 Century

Dimensions: 8" X 18" X 13"