Very old mask with black soot patina representing a demon or Raktsatsa which is the local name. We can notice the very high quality of sculpture which is a sign of a grade of seniority, at least early 20th century. The mouth is wide open with menacing teeth to accentuate the frightening aspect. It is probable that the shivaite trident improperly engraved on the forehead is posterior to the sculpture of the hardwood mask in excellent condition. H 21 cm
1930's Chinese Canton Enamel Water Wash Basin with Dragon Marked
It is 2.8 inches (7.4 cm) tall by 12.2 inches (31.1 cm) wide. It is 1.4 Lb.
It has loss of enamel, enamel cracks, stains, chips to the enamel, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos)
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A vintage North American tribal beadwork knife sheath with colourful applied beadwork on a fringed moose hide c1930s-50s. This 13-1/2" x 7-1/2" (including fringe) knife sheath has a tall loop for hanging off of a belt; the stiff applied lighter colour hide section at the front of the sheath is attached with twisted fine brass wire. It is a densely beaded item, and spells out "Jack" in white beads, and it has iridescent purple/blue, orange, dark and light green beads...
Phurba with an iron tip ( H 31 cm) ,
The Phurba is presented on a metal stand
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Antique Han Children Protective Headdress worn during festivals representing a tiger. Diam:15 cms
Indiana Custard was only produced for 2 years, from 1933-35. The rich ivory color blends well with just about any table setting. Offered here is the 9 3/4 inch dinner plate in excellent condition. I have 4 available, price is per plate. See my other listings for more in this wonderful pattern.
A beautiful early 20th C. Chinese silver bangle with Chinese character "Fu"(lucky)and dragons motif. In excellent condition. D:5.5cm
Semi antique, large woman’s sarong from the Stieng/Xtiêng ethic group Vietnam. Over 60 years old, this is woven from all handspun cotton threads. There is a patch, 7cm x 2cm fray on one edge and small 1cm hole. L: 203cm/79on39.8in and W: 94cm/37in.
Wearable art: Beautiful Shibori hand tie-dye work on silk haori (short kimono jacket). It is lined with a white silk with some basting stitches still intact. This haori will make a gorgeous jacket.
This really great little ruby red 1979 Christmas Ornament, in the original box, was made by Westmoreland Glass. This ornament features the Child in Prayer. On the ornament is Merry Christmas - God Is Great - 1979. The ornament measures 3 inches in diameter. It is in very good condition with no chips or cracks. The white paint of the little child does have some discoloration. I don't know what the discoloration is since the box appears to have never been opened...
Hazel Atlas Cloverleaf Sherbet in pink were produced between 1930-36. One left, in excellent condition.
Vintage Japanese Satsuma tea set with 2 cups with lids and a teapot with bamboo handle. the set is dedicated for a honorary gift written in gold on the back side and each cup and the teapot are signed. Good condition though there is some staining from use. This set was purchased in 1990 in Kagoshima . No damage wear to gold, size cup h 3" to finial and 3" wide the teapot 4.25 to top of finial.
This set of six Morgantown crystal clear tea or hot chocolate handled tumblers feature the Bernadette etch surrounding the rim. This fine acid etch shows a circle of grape bunches and leaves. The blown paneled glass has a finished bottom with a pulled and attached handle. Each delicate glass in this set is in excellent, undamaged condition and stand 4 3/4" high. I have other Morgantown and elegant glassware in my inventory... take a peek...
Measuring 5 x 17 inches (12.7 cm x 43.18 cm), this pair of embroidered bands from Afghanistan are dated to the late 20th century and are in good condition with one minor stain on one edge. Cobalt blue and vivid pink are the main colors executed in polyester thread in satin stitch.
Famous, large and very heavy brass and tile hand wrought footed box showing HENS by Salvador Teran, Mexico, c.1952. Design shows 5 hens heads on top set in black tiles all around the box. The hinged inside is brass as is the bottom. The inside has a black patina which shows it has interacted with another material(see photo) but doesn't affect the integrity of the piece and could be removed. Box measures 8 1/4" long by 6" wide by 2" high...
Seneca Glass Company made Driftwood in the 1960's. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.
4 are available
LACQUERER'S WHEEL
Wheel for lacquering used by Japanese lacquer craftsman as a handmade professional tool made of wood, iron, and *cloth (*coating the top plate, though looks like wood),
from Aizu area, Showa period, mid 20th century, approx...
Vintage pair of cut jadeite pieces to be used as Chinese scholar’s scroll weights. Stone of olive green color with natural lines and differently colored veins, sides showing the skin of the boulder from which the pieces were cut. Nicely polished, very pleasing objects for a scholar’s desk. Height (left one of the first photo) 2 11/16 inches, weight of the left one 265 grams (9.4 ounces), the right one 210 grams (7.4 ounces).