Upper: Ink on gold leaf paper. The calligraphy writing by Jiang Zuo-bin (1884-1942), a political and military figure, and a diplomat during the Republic Period.
Lower: Ink and color on gilded paper. The painting was attributed to Tang Xue-shi, signed in 庚午年 (1930).
Excellent condition. Re-mounted by the previous owner.
This lovely album was attributed to Ishihara Matsuyoshi 石原松芳, signed in 昭和庚辰年 (1940).
28 spreads (56 pages) in total, and 27 paintings in one album. Subjects from birds, flowers, mythologies, still life, figures to landscapes, a glimpse of the artist's rich spiritual world.
Signed with two seals on each painting.
Very good condition, no big damage except for the aging paper.
The painting was attributed to Momokawa Meiho.
Ink on paper. No framing.
The painting depicts a peaceful scenery of a valley and mountains..
No signature.
Good condition, except for some small cracks of the crisp paper.
Japanese Meiji period scroll painting by the artist, Katsuyo.
Ink and color on paper, hanging scroll.
The painting depicts a beauty in the rain, holding her umbrella.
Signed “Katsuyo”, with one signature seal of the artist.
The painting is in very good condition, however, the mounting is broken.
The 20th century Japanese scroll painting by the artist, Miyadai Tamae (1945-?). Miyadai Tamae is a Japanese painter who specializes in flower-and-bird paintings characterized by his effective use of ink. His paintings are popular for their subdued and tasteful colors.
Ink and color on Silk, hanging scroll.
This painting represents a cricket happily living in the nature.
Signed “Tamae”, with one signature seal of the artist.
Only one scroll head survived, otherwise excellent condition.
Chinese scroll calligraphy by the poet and calligrapher, Shen Yin-mo (1883-1971).
Ink on paper. Hanging scroll.
Signed “Yin-mo”, with one seal of the artist.
Contemporary mounting by the previous owner. Excellent condition.
Chinese Silver Enamel Smoking Set with Turquoise & Coral Carved Beads
It is 4.8 inches (12.2 cm) tall by 7.87 inches (20 cm) wide. It is 777 gram.
It has rubbing gilding, tarnished silver, inclusions at some beads, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
Our Guarantee: We stand behind all of the items that we sell. That is to say, if you purchase an item from us and are unhappy with it for any reason, return it for a 100% refund of the amount you originally paid...
This is a really pretty crystal clear Cape Cod Oval Lipped serving or vegetable bowl made by Imperial Glass. This lipped bowl measures 11 1/2 inches across and is in very good condition with no chips, cracks or cloudiness. This bowl would make a beautiful addition to any special dinner table. Be sure to search our other vintage serving bowls available. We guarantee items to be as described. THANK YOU.
This pretty crystal clear Cape Cod Flat Ice Lip Water Pitcher was made by Imperial Glass. This Pitcher holds 54 ounces and measures 7 1/2 inches high to top of ice lip. It is in very good condition with no chips, cracks or cloudiness. Be sure to search our other Cape Cod available. We guarantee items to be as described. THANK YOU.
Ichiyo Kannon/guanyin Bodhisattva, the Goddess of Mercy with heart sutra. Painted with ink and pigments on silk. Signed and sealed. It is dated as painted in 1922.
It is based on a legend that is said the Kannon Bodhisattva saved Zen Master Dogen(1200-1253) while he was traveling to China for Zen Buddhism...
Large Chinese traditional mounted silk scroll, temple stone wall rubbing of a “Thousand Armed Guanyin” Goddess of Mercy. Mounted H: 236cm/92in and W: 111cm/43in, actual painting. H: 178cm/70in x W: 96cm/38in.
Striking Japanese sweets shop sign with the kanji 'ame' sweets and the name of the store ' Koko Ame Ya' written on the bottom in stylized kanji.
Koko means 'with the intention of doing good for all'. 16" tall by 13" wide. great condition. Ask for shipping quote.
This is a really pretty crystal clear Cape Cod two-handled Round serving or vegetable bowl made by Imperial Glass. This bowl measures 9 1/2 inches across and is in very good condition with no chips, cracks or cloudiness. It would make a beautiful addition to any dinner table. Be sure to search our other vintage serving bowls available. We guarantee items to be as described. THANK YOU.
Set of 10 Acorn sterling silver place card holders. Made by Georg Jensen in Copenhagen. Each: Double-sided stylized acorn mounted to rectangle, in turn, mounted to larger rectangle. Marks including maker’s stamp (1945-77), designer’s stamp (Johan Rohde), and no. 62. Very good condition.
Dimensions: H 1 x W 1 1/8 x D 7/8 in. Total weight: 5.7 troy ounces. #BY846
Modern sterling silver tray. Made by Arthur Stone in Gardner, Mass., ca 1930. Round well with curved sides, tapering shoulder, and molded rim. Fully marked including maker’s stamp and craftsman’s initial T for Herbert A. Taylor, who was active from 1908-37. Very good condition.
Dimensions: H 3/4 x D 12 1/8 in. Weight: 23.7 troy ounces. #BX526
Super stylish Art Deco sterling silver compote. Round bowl with flared rim and curved and tapering sides. Ovoid support with Bakelite band to round foot with same. Visible hand hammering with nice shimmer. Italian marks (1934-44) including unidentified Roman maker’s stamp (14 Roma) and Milan retailer’s stamp (Fratelli Veneziani). Good condition. Bakelite crack on foot.
Dimensions: H 5 x D 9 3/4 in. Gross weight: 22 troy ounces. #BY685
Edwardian sterling silver tray. Made by S. Kirk & Son Inc. in Baltimore. Oval well and wide shoulder with repousse floral garland on stippled ground; imbricated leaf rim. Fully marked including maker’s stamp (1925-32), no. 2517, and phrase “Hand Decorated”. Very good condition.
Dimensions: H 1 x W 17 x D 11 3/4 in. Weight: 38.3 troy ounces. #BY473
American Midcentury Modern sterling silver picture frame. Retailed by Cartier in New York. Rectangular window in same surround with convex front and flat sides. In hard-to-find landscape form with regal gold crown applied to top rail. With glass, silk lining, and velvet back and hinged easel support. Fully marked including retailer’s stamp, no. 47CC, and phrase “Hand Made”. Very good condition.
Dimensions: Frame: H 7 7/8 x W 9 7/8 in. Window: H 6 3/8 x W 8 1/4 in. #BY629