Kobayashi Kiyochika
Dawn at Ryogoku Hyappongui, Tokyo
From the series, Famous Places of Tokyo (Tokyo Meisho).
Date: 1879.
Signed by the artist at lower right.
Publisher: Fukuda Kumajiro.
Size: Oban. Approximately 14.25 x 9.75 inches.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Missing some margin. Frayed areas of the margin have been repaired by a conservator. Excellent color.
Offered is a scarce POISON bottle that sports great images of an elk with an honorable rack. The bottle on the right is not available.
The 3 sided label is complete with minor loss, imperfections and fading as seen in the images. The bottle is undamaged and measures approximately 3.5 inches tall x 1 inch wide and include an orange colored cork. There is minimal interior hazing.
The front of the label is marked "ELK BRAND - LIQUID CARBOLIC ACID"...
LARGE RICE CAKE PRESS MOLD
Korean wood carving press mold for making rice cake, with auspicious patterns and Chinese characters which stand for "wealth", "fortune", etc, in solid vintage condition as is,
with some expected signs of actual use, mid 20th century, approx...
This is a really great, vintage, Jeannette Depression Glass green Cherry Blossom 3 Inch high Handled Mug made by Jeannette Glass from 1930 to 1939. This Mug can be hard to find. It measures 2 3/4 inches diameter across the top, holds 6 ounces and is in very good condition with no chips, cracks or cloudiness. Be sure to search our other vintage depression glass available. We guarantee items to be as described. THANK YOU.
Chinese WWI Warlord Medal Order Of The Golden Grain 6th Class 六等嘉禾勳章
It is 5.1 inches (13 cm) long by 2.7 inches (7 cm) wide. It is 62.8 gram.
It is tarnished and has surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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A fine openwork Bamboo Flower Basket, Hanakago by Buseki Suigetsu. A slender and elegant bamboo basket for Ikebana Flower Arrangement made with the hexagonal plating technique called: mutsume ami, using thin strips of madake bamboo. Signed on the bottom: Suigetsu, Buseki Suigetsu. It comes with the Otoshi water container. No box. H 46 cm. Condition: Very good, no brakes...
A Tibetan ewer beautifully worked in silver alloy, probably with later gilding. The compressed body with two cartouches showing the subject of "the four harmonious brothers" and a monk sitting under a tree among animals and treasures. The lid with a vajra-shaped knob and decorated with Buddhist symbols. Silver tested. Condition: few traces of usage, areas with little oxidation. Dimension: c. 15 cm long, 12.5 cm high, weight: 321 g.
KOREAN PILLOW
Traditional Korean pillow made of wood and embroideries with the idiom of Chinese character which stands for "Peacefulness". Mid 20th century. approx. 23 x 12 x 9cm (9.05 x 4.72 x 3.54in)...
Group of three vintage household woven cane baskets acquired in Kandy, Sri Lanka in the 1990s. These were old at the time of acquisition so I would date them to around 50 years of age. Very sturdy and good condition. Dimensions: 1# 19in/48cm x 15/40cm, 2# 15in/38cm x 8in/20cm, 11in/28cm x 5.5in/14cm. Two have wood bases and tops while the the midsize one is covered in skin (I am guessing goat).
Hongshan Dragon Goddess Squatting Figure in Nephrite Jade with tremolite growth. Multiple conically drilled holes and a fantastic surface wear and deposits. Size H 3" w 1". Collected HK 1980-1995.
Group Lot Stash boxes, working Pre Columbian Whistle, Fossilized material Pen, South west baby sterling and turquoise necklace and sterling condiment fork.
Islamic Vintage Mixed Metal Bowl with copper silver brass . The sides and bottom with Islamic writing and Knot symbol. The interior shows patination wear and discoloration. Size H 2" Diameter 5".
Hongshan Nephrite Jade Flying winged Dragon Pendant. Unique piece with off set biconically drilled holes with extensive tremolite growth. Heavy wear , size l 3.25". Collected in HK 1980-1995.
Hongshan Simi translucent Yellow brown Nephrite Pig Dragon Pendant, c shaped Dragon embryo with an off set biconically drilled suspension hole and tremolite growth throughout. Size 1.75" by just under 2". Collected HK 1980-1995.
Hongshan Unique Pig Dragon C shaped Nephrite Red Jade Pendant. Beautiful carving and detailed face, thus has biconically drilled suspension hole . Each side shows heavy wear and tremolite mineral growth. Size 1.5" by just under 3".Collected HK 1980-1995.
Hongshan nephrite Brown Jade Dragon embryo toggle pendant with extensive tremolite mineral growth . Very well worn surface from extensive use. Size H 2.25" by 2". Collected HK 1980-1995.
Neolithic Hongshan Nephrite Jade Dragon Ax Pendant, nice tremolite mineral growth throughout. off set biconically drilled suspension hole showing mineral deposits and wear from use. Collected HK 1980-1995. Size 1.5" by 1.7"
Aladdin Mantle Lamp Company made this lamp in 1941. It does glow under a black light. There are no chips or cracks on the glass. Thanks for looking.
4 are available
Fenton Glass Company made this tumble up. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
There are no chips or cracks in the curtsy powder dish. Thanks for looking.
Hocking Glass Company made Mayfair from 1931-37. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
11 are available
The cutest antique sterling silver demitasse spoons with enameled figural jockey atop of each. Made in England. In original box excellent condition.
Pair of 1930's Chinese Apple Green Crackle Glaze Porcelain Long Neck Vase with Chocolate Rim
They are 8.7 inches (22.1 cm) tall by 4.4 inches (11.4 cm) wide. They are 2.7 lb.
They have flea bites chips at the foot and manufacture imperfection of firing dark spots, glaze imperfections, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
Some of the photos were taken under the sun.
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Vintage Glass Paperweight, Bookend, 1960's, with pink floral, the condition is good.
Vintage Glass Paperweight, 1960's, 3 1/4" diameter, 2 3/4" high, the condition is good.
Vintage Paperweight, 1960's, 3 1/4" diameter, 2 3/4" high, scratch on top.
Glass paper weight, Vintage 1960's, 3 1/4" diameter, 2 3/4" high, some scratches on top.
Pair Glass Paperweights, Bookends, Vintage around 1960's, 3 1/2" wide, 4 1/4" high, oval shape, Burgundy color floral pattern, the condition is good.
The lower part is a small closing storage cabinet with a door, the upper part is supported by 2 elephants and has a flat part where cult objects or flowers could be placed, in front is a deeply carved ovoid plate in front...
This wonderful pair of sterling silver triple candle holder was made in Germany circa 1920. The elegant fluted design decorated candle holders are 10 ¼” high, 11” wide at the widest part and the base is 5 3/8” wide at the widest part. The hallmarks are the crown and half moon, 925 STERLING, and a bear. The candle holders are hollow (not filled with cement) in the bottom there are some weights for stability, but those can be removed by unscrewing the bottom cover...
This little wooden box is a fantasy delight to hold your most often worn rings and other jewels. It has a leather-look surface embossed with a gryffon rampant on top. The edges and all sides are ornately patterned. It as a lock, but the key has disappeared into the mists of time. There are some minor scuffs on surface. The box is 4¼” x 3½” x 2¼” in size. The age unknown, best guess is midcentury.
Anthropomorphic heddle pulley. Mid 20th century. H. 25 cm. The ears and nose with cotton ornaments.
Old flat face mask showing a superb black soot patina, the vision of this face gives an impression of softness Small mouth with a discreet opening some old traces of glittering paper which has been glued around the yeyx and the mouth. obvious sign of long use possibly from 19th. H25 cm x 16 cm/
This is the top part of a longuer pole fixed on bridge for protection of travellers. Although the carving is rought one can distinguish the minimal face either of a local deityor or also possible of the Sun. Age is circa mid 20th as it is already in my collection since 1992, good condition it is based on an old piece of wood which can be removed.
H 40 cm,
KOREAN RITUAL BRASS COMPOTE PLATE
Originally actually used as the traditional ritual ware in Korean Peninsula, early 20th century. approx. 21.8 x 15.5 x H 7cm (8.58 x 6.10 x 2.75in).
Profound weightness and stableness. Very nice for the use of party appetizers as well...