This carved walrus tusk bridge of elephants is an early 20th century product. It depicts five elephants in graduating sizes walking toward a large tree and rock. It is 11” long and 4 ½” high (with wood base, it is 5 ¾” high). Aside from repairs to two wood legs on the base, it is in great condition
Chinese Jadeite Jade old scholar figureal Pendant, Ca. 1920's, 1 3/4" high(45mm), 7/8" wide(22mm), 1/8" depth(4mm), carved old scholar in sitting position, the condition is good.
Bonji Sanskrit characters pierce the lotus finialed lid of this large antique bronze incense burner. The vajra-like finial topped in the shape of a lotus flower is hollow, the lotus seed pod pierced with holes to allow the smoke to escape like a chimney. This is also removable, slotting in to the incense burner, and turned to lock it in place. Inside the lid is stained and shiny from years of incense soot built up...
This cast metal figure of a farm girl is an early 20th century (late Meiji) product. It depicts a bare footed farm girl carrying a large basket on her shoulder. It is 11 ¼” high and 4 1/8” in diameter at the base. The tip of the small stick she holds in her left hand is broken off. Aside from this, it is in very good condition.
In very nicely cracked light green celadon, it has a large, slightly flared neck, a round base, a motif of clouds and cranes in flight, and lotus flowers at its base. H28.5 cm D13.5 cm.
Lovely Qing Dynasty pendant of a monkey on a leaf, “staring at the moon”, carved from carnelian. An unusually fat piece with a rich dark color rarely seen in Chinese carnelian. L: 4.7cm/1.8in and W: 3.5cm/1.4in. There is one small chip on the back of the hole noted in 2nd enlargement. Included is an adjustable macramé cord, and free shipping via Hong Registered Airmail.
This is an ANTIQUE SATSUMA SMALL VASE from an Eastern Shore of Maryland Estate. The size is 5 3/4" Tall X 2 1/2" at the Widest point. Decorated with Red Enamel and Gilded Highlights, this Vase shows Three Boys at Play on the Bottom. Ca. 1900 - 1925 the Condition is EXCELLENT.
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Kuba Caucasian Wool Handknotted Carpet, good design and coloration, running dog border, 44"W 74"L, old restoration, age wear, pre 1920s.
Being of both simple and elegant design, this small religious shrine is so typical of Japanese aesthetics. It is made from Cedar wood and dated on the back as "Showa, 2nd year, March 17.
Approximately 5" high and 3" wide.
Beautiful, very long Chinese strand necklace primarily made from rock crystal quartz beads, with three large jasper beads, two green jadeite beads on either side of each jasper bead. Towards the bottom are three gold thread strands with turquoise beads, a small jasper bead above a smoky quartz drop, secured in place by blue, green, and orange cloisonne holder...
This is a Beautiful SATSUMA 1000 FLOWERS Small Vase circa 1900 to 1920. There are Multiple FLOWERS delicately Hand~Painted over the entire Surface of this VASE. The size of this SATSUMA is 2 7/8" in diameter at the largest and 2" tall, both approximately. Amazing Small SATSUMA Vase ...jpgs give much more info
Late Meiji to early Taisho (1910s)) netsuke of himono (dried fish, this one appears to be salmon) on top of a woven bamboo basket. Well captured essence of the objects, beautifully realistic desiccated texture of the fish. Cursively signed on the bottom - possibly reads KAWAYUKI. Excellent sense of volume, wonderful patina. Length 2.3 inches.
Miao silver counter-weight used to hold the apron, stamped with the silversmith’s name in Chinese ; also supposed to hold the soul of the wearer. L:8 cms, H:6,5 cms.
Perfect condition, beautiful patina. CE p.300 (see Bibliography) . Miao, Guizhou, China.
Japanese antique Zuishin dolls (Ningyo). This set of dolls are often called Daijin minister dolls but they are actually the imperial guardsmen and escorts for the Heian court (794-1185). A beautiful quality set in the perfect size to decorate Hina Goten (Imperial Palace). Meiji Period (1868-1912). Approx. 5” tall, 4 ½” in width.
Late Meiji (1890s to 1912) Japanese temple boxwood seal of square section. Excellent quality crisp carving in seal script, old red seal paste in the grooves. Gentle horizontal groove on one side indicates the position of the top of the imprint. Beautiful patina on the surface of wood, signs of use adding to the presence of the object. The impression of the seal is shown on Enlargement 3 (photo is flipped left to right to present the image as it will print on paper)...
Hetian nephrite jade pendant with illegible archaic script incised on the surface. Cut from the edge of a jade boulder, this piece has a natural shape and “organic” feel. The russet highlights are attractive but artificially induced. H: 7.7cm/3in and W: 3.8 /1.5in- 29 grams.
A pair of Japanese bronze fishes with artist sign.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size: Height 16 - 19 C.M. / Width 12.7 - 15 C.M. / Length 38.5 - 45.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Late Qing Dynasty (1900s-1910s) Chinese fingering piece in a form of a good size natural seed. Excellent piece to use for meditation practice, richly colored surface, superb warm patina from years of handling, incredibly pleasant to hold. Wonderful object for a scholar’s desk. Length 2 inches.