A happily little soul evidently getting much pleasure from the clashing together two metal pot lids. She kneels with her feel tucked under, and her "cymbals" are held on high for maximum effect. Her cheeks are dimpled, her eyes are blue, and she wears a close-fitting brown bonnet, held in place under her chin by a huge pink-brown bow; her curled light brown hair can be seen at her forehead and cheeks...
A Japanese woodblock print titled "Nikko Sacred Bridge"by renowned artist Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949). Inscription and red seal in bottom corner. Born in 1870 near Hamamatsu City (Shizuoka Prefecture) with the name"Sahei." Koitsu moved to Tokyo at the age of fifteen. He had planned to apprentice with Matsuzaki, a carver for the artist Kobayashi Kiyochika, but instead, he became Kiyochika's apprentice and moved into his home to study art and print design...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : Italian : Venetian : Pre 1980 item #1187370 (stock #088)
Superb classically-shaped vase with scavo texture and subtle iridescence. The scavo vessel is 11.5" tall and is in excellent condition, unmarked.
Japanese glass ojime in a form of tombodama bead with numerous cherry flowers and a crescent moon, silver foil flakes background. Tombodama can be translated as “dragonfly ball” and the name is thought to come about because when the molten glass is applied to the core bead it resembles a dragonfly’s eye. Superbly made piece - see finely textured petals, in perfect condition. Height 0.64 inches.
Zentner Collection
$1,250.00
Japanese framed woodblock print by artist Hasui Kawase (1883-1957), depicting a lake with boats and rainfall. In the foreground is a romantic scene in which a man sits with his face in his hands, a red bouquet of flowers beside him, watching a woman holding a blue parasol who stands gazing back. Markings include Hasui's red chop and signature, publisher seals in left margin, titled in right margin.

Size: (entire frame) 16" W x 21" H (print only) 11.5" L x 16.25" H
Netsuke of an abstract bird. Superb stylish carving wonderfully capturing the essence of the creature. Beautiful clean piece carved out of ivory and horn. Signed MHB on inlaid solid gold plaque - Michael Henry Birch (1926-2008) was one of the best 20th century netsuke carvers. Length 3.22 inches.
He wears a clown's outfit of light-blue. He sits on a barrel, evidently singing while he plays his own accompaniment on an accordion. His light-brown hair is swept back from his face in a cascade of curls which reaches his collar.

His jacket has wide sleeves and a ruffled white collar, his trousers are bell-bottomed with turnups; His shoes are gray. ON each sleeve and each leg , as well as at the neck, he wears a large fluffy white button decoration...

All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1488961 (stock #FenDRbudV)
Two J's
$38.00
Fenton Dusty Rose Swung Bud Vase is in mint condition, stands 10" tall. No logo on this one, probably made in the early 1970's.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Jewelry : Pre 1980 item #1457751 (stock #gy6509)
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Vintage Chinese Coral Carved Cabochon 14K Gold Ring Marked

The size of ring is 6.5. The coral Cabochon is 17.89 mm long by 13.3 mm wide. It is 7.7 gram.

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


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All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : Italian : Venetian : Pre 1980 item #1186939 (stock #080)
A fine grouping of stylized creatures including a bird, a duck, a guinea hen, a bowl in crystal with gold aventurine. All of the pieces are in excellent condition, confirmed to me personally to be by Archimede Seguso by his son, Giampolo. Two retain their original Archimede Suguso Murano labels.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Textiles : Accessories : Pre 1980 item #569107 (stock #pur108F)
Fantasy Jewels
$225.00
This purse was purchased from a very fine estate sale, and the quality of this Judith Jack purse reflects the sale from which it came. The marquisite (pyrite) is "grade A" mined in South America. The stones are hand set in sterling silver. The design and craftsmanship are superb. The lining repeatedly presents Judith Jack's name. The metal cartouche says "Judith Jack, made in Italy." Purse is 5 1/2" by 4 5/8". 1 1/2" front to back. Beaded chain is 11 1/2" end to end.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Jewelry : Pre 1980 item #1348112 (stock #10A98G)
Pair Chinese Lapis Lazuli ball shape Earrings with 14K gold mounting, natural stone colors and grains, the size of round Lapis Lazuli stone is 5/16" diameter. The condition is good.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1396549 (stock #1395)
Meditative calligraphy: Empty Your Heart and Mind by Lee Nam Ho aka Geum Choo (1908-2001). Lee Nam Ho is renowned as a painter. This is a rare and fine example of his calligraphy. 26 x 12 inches, 65.5 x 31 cm.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Jewelry : Pre 1980 item #1345075
Zentner Collection
$1,100.00
Chinese jadeite beaded necklace, with 14K yellow gold clasp. Beautiful natural green coloration.

Size: 19" L (end to end)
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Metalwork : Pre 1980 item #1221068 (stock #4A53B)
Cambodian Angkhor Thom design hinged Silver Box, 1 1/2" high, 6 3/8" wide, 3 7/8" deep, impressed design of Angkor Thom within impressed scrolling leaves and vines design border on top, and scrolling leafy design on all sides, impressed mark on the bottom. The condition is good.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1484876 (stock #NKFenCCPtchr)
Two J's
$38.00
Fenton Cranberry Pitcher, 7" is in mint condition. Coin optic on the inside. Reeded handle.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Eastern Europe : Pre 1980 item #1278000 (stock #D179)
A very well made, hand painted, vintage Hungarian Herend Porcelain Factory figurine depicting a dancing male Hungarian peasant dressed in traditional Hungarian folk costume performing the national dance, " Lad."

The underside marked in blue with Herend Porcelain Factory mark and also with incised Herend and the number 5496.

HEIGHT: 29.5 cm (11-5/8 inch).

CONDITION: In excellent condition.

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All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Eastern Europe : Pre 1980 item #1333734
Global Ceramics
$150.00
Classical urn vase by Herend. The porcelain factory in Herend, Hungary, was founded in the 1820's and is still working. The urn is the raspberry red version of their Chinese Bouquet pattern, the mark indicates a date before 1980. No lid. Height "8¾/ 22,5 cm. Condition: fine.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1425471
Japanese scroll painted with ink and colors on silk depicting a court lady wearing superbly rich formal juni-hitoe (12 layers kimono) attended by a young girl, all among pine saplings and with a sun rising through the early morning haze...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Americas : Eskimo : Sculpture : Pre 1980 item #1470987 (stock #T90)
Canadian Aboriginal, old Argillite stone carving depicting swimming goose, sculptured from the silky-smooth natural solid Argillite stone by the Inuit artist of the Canadian Arctic. Signed by artist on the bottom with initials J -T- 72 (indicating that the sculpture was carved in the year 1972) and below N GNITUK.

Dimensions approximately:

Overall length: 26 cm (10.24 inches). Height: 12.5 cm (4.92 inches). Width: 7.7 cm. 3.03 inches). Weight: 1.233 kg (2lb 11.49 oz)...

All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Eastern Europe : Pre 1980 item #1304862 (stock #BNJlg HerDog)
June Hastings
$2,700.00
Impressive 12 inch long Herend blue fishnet dog figurine with 24 karat accents . In excellent condition, he measures 12" long x 7" high x 6.5" wide. Made and sold in Hungary. More details and photos coming. Meanwhile, please inquire.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Ceramics : Spanish : Pottery : Pre 1980 item #1453139 (stock #5A32A)
Two(2) Portuguese Ajores Ceramic Tile, 5 3/4" high, 3 7/8" wide, 3/8" deep, "Florista Madeira" & "Borra Cheiro, Madeira", with raised design, purchased in 1980 in Madeira, the condition is good.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Wood : Pre 1980 item #1247330
Set of three woven baskets/containers originating from Burma, with black lacquer coating, two of which have small crossed pieces of wood on their bottoms and tops to act as a handle. Early 20th century. Size: (small) 3.25" tall, 5" wide (medium) 4" tall, 3.5" wide (large) 4.75" tall, 5" wide
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1280041
Japanese hanging scroll of a low hills and a fishing village in the background, and shallow sea with a man pushing his boat with a pole. Ink and colors on paper, excellent impressionist rendition of a classic theme, superb free brushwork. Signed and sealed SHOSEN in lower right corner. Paper mounts, wooden scroll ends, overall in great condition. Scroll size 51x22.5 inches, painting size 13x18 inches.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1368817 (stock #1320)
Peony Fan Painting by Jeon Yeong Suk aka Yeo Cheong (1960 - ). The peony is an ancient symbol of prosperity. 21 x 6.5 inches, 53.5 x 16.5 cm. This, along with our Stock Numbers 1318 and 1319, is part of a set of three fan flower paintings by Jeon Yeong Suk.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1468799
Zentner Collection
$8,300.00
Japanese scroll painting of a ghostly woman standing in a shoji doorway. Her robes are white, the color of death and her hair falls unkept around her shoulders. Tendrils of flame appear where rays of light shine down at an angle to catch on her sleeve. Painted in mineral colors and ink on silk.
Painted by Obata Chiura (1885-1975), painter and first professor of Japanese painting at University of California, Berkeley. Born in Ibara-cho and raised in Sendai, Japan...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1485729
Strait's Antiques
$52.95
CANDY DISH w/LID
This is a really pretty milk glass Paneled Grape Candy Dish with Cover, featuring the hand painted Holly Christmas decoration with red trim, made by Westmoreland Glass. The Candy Dish is signed WG. It measures 5 inches in diameter X 6 inches high to top of knob. Both the bottom and cover are in very good condition with no chips or cracks. The hand painted Holly decoration is all very good. Be sure to search our other Westmoreland glass available. We guarantee items to be as described. THANK YOU.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Textiles : Accessories : Pre 1980 item #1389306 (stock #BNJhermesHan)
June Hastings
$175.00
Vintage Hermes-Paris 100% silk navy blue pocket scarf or handkerchief with a soft geometric gold and ecru chain link pattern. In excellent condition this scarf has never been used. Measures 16.5 inches square.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1332258 (stock #FenCCJugFern)
Two J's
$42.00
Fenton Cranberry Fern Optic Jug is 5.5" tall and in mint condition. Does have a hint of an embossed logo on the bottom. Made in the early 1980's. The color is a deep cranberry.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Enamel : Cloisonne : Pre 1980 item #1460472
This is a bit out of my field as primarily an art dealer but I will do my best to describe: cloisonne vase or pot, age unknown, likely mid 20th century I believe, 8 1/2" in height, about the same diameter as seen from the top, Japanese or Chinese origin, (I lean towards Japanese, but that is not an authoritative statement); as-is condition...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1368814 (stock #1318)
Lilac Fan Painting by Jeon Yeong Suk aka Yeo Cheong (1960 - ). The lilac is an ancient symbol of peace and harmony. 21 x 6.5 inches, 53.5 x 16.5 cm. This, along with our Stock Numbers 1319 and 1320, is part of a set of three fan flower paintings by Jeon Yeong Suk.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1483788
This is a really pretty White Coin Spot 6 1/4 inch high Ruffled Top Flower Vase made by Fenton Glass. This vase measures 6 inches in diameter across the top and is in very good condition with no chips, cracks or cloudiness. Be sure to search our other Fenton Glass available. We guarantee items to be as described. THANK YOU.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1392001 (stock #1367)
Rare Two-sided Carved Image and Calligraphy on Light Zelkova Wood by the renowned Lee Nam Ho (1908-2001). The calligraphy translates to "The Way of Zen". The exotic zelkova wood itself is a work of art, with its luxurious grain and vigorous form. Lee Nam Ho has shaped the wood into a striking work of art adorned with strong and expressive calligraphy strokes on one side, and a stunning image of a man in traditional attire and the mythical divine Girin beast. A contemplative and rich work of art...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1485539
Strait's Antiques
$64.95
PAIR
This is a really pretty pair of ruby red Coin 8 Inch high single Candle Sticks made by Fostoria Glass. Both candle sticks are in very good condition with no chips, cracks, scratches or cloudiness, however the one candle stick has a black 1/8 inch smudge in the glass at the top of the candle holder. It appears to have been done in the making of the candle stick when the glass was in a molten form. See picture for more detail. Be sure to search our other Fostoria Coin available...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Pre 1980 item #808604 (stock #2145 *)

Bud Hambleton welded steel sculpture.

During the 70's Hambleton ran a gallery on Nantucket, Massachusetts where his sculptures were featured.

This powerful, well rendered and heavy work stands appx. 19" tall.

Signed.

In very good condition with no problems observed.

All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1487481
This really nice large frosted Bell with Clapper and Wooden Handle was made by Westmoreland Glass. This Bell measures 8 1/2 inches high to the top of the handle X 4 3/8 inches in diameter at the bottom of the bell. This Bell has a bird decal on it. It is in very good condition with no chips, cracks or scratches. Be sure to search our other Westmoreland glass available. We guarantee all items to be as described. THANK YOU.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1368815 (stock #1319)
Chrysanthemum Fan Painting by Jeon Yeong Suk aka Yeo Cheong (1960 - ). The chrysanthemum's many petals is an ancient symbol of an abundant life or fertility. 21 x 6.5 inches, 53.5 x 16.5 cm. This, along with our Stock Numbers 1318 and 1320, is part of a set of three fan flower paintings by Jeon Yeong Suk.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1325874 (stock #FenGrnDDHorn)
Two J's
$32.00
We have 3 Fenton-made Diamond Dot Epergne Horns. All in mint condition. If you're missing or have a broken horn and want a whole one or new one, here it is! Priced per horn, three are available.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #178394 (stock #746)
Lovely signed Steuben bowl measuring 3" tall x 8" wide, in perfect condition.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1492448
Strait's Antiques
$69.95
WEDDING JAR with LID
This is a really pretty Milk Glass 8 inch high Wedding Jar with Lid, featuring the hand painted Roses and Bows decoration, made by Westmoreland Glass. This Wedding Jar Bottom and Lid are both in very good condition with no chips or cracks. The hand painted Roses and Bows decoration is all very good. The gold trim is very good. It is signed WG. Be sure to search our other Westmoreland glass available. We guarantee all items to be as described. THANK YOU.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1341724
A small framed Korean woodblock print, with vivid pigments of yellow, magenta, and blue, printed images of whimsical Korean masks and banners. Numbered 31/500, title 183, with signature in pencil, and red chop by artist.

Size: (entire frame)11.25" L x 11.25" H (artwork only) 4.25" L x 4.25" H
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1473122
This is a really pretty Ruby Flashed Della Robbia Handled Heart Dish made by Westmoreland Glass. This Heart Dish measures 7 1/4 inches X 7 5/8 inches. It is in very good condition with no chips, cracks or scratches. The ruby flashing is all very good. Be sure to search our other Westmoreland glass available. We guarantee all items to be as described. THANK YOU.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1361258 (stock #J426)
A set of four fans (uchiwa) made of bamboo and washi (Japanese hand-made paper). Each has hand-painted pictures and signs such as three kabuki "kumadori" which is special makeup of the kabuki player and Otahuku. All have the same written seal marks, however the name of the artist is not clear. Two are painted with kakishibu (persimmon tannin) 20th century. In excellent condition. W:30.5cm H:35.5cm
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Pre 1980 item #1407667 (stock #5A12B)
Red Tole deep Tray for Bread or Fruit, 12 1/4" x 8" wide, 3 5/8" high, Rose branch in the center and floral vines inside under the top rim, the condition is good.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1428522 (stock #1438)
Large Artist's Proof of Munjado Calligraphy by the Famous Kim Ki Chang aka Unbo (1913 - 2001). Despite being deaf, Unbo was one of Korea's most beloved 20th Century artists. His works are now sought by museums and collectors internationally. This is the original signed AP (Artist's Proof) of this large lithograph, where Unbo gives us a most creative rendering with anthropomorphic figures in the ancient style of figurative munjado calligraphy. 38.5 x 28.5 inches, 98 x 72.5 cm.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Pre 1980 item #1397047 (stock #5A13C)
Black Tole Cachepot, Planter with gold scrolling vine and floral design, and round ball feet, 16" x 10" Wide-top rim, 11 1/2" x 5 1/2" wide-bottom, 8 3/4" high, the condition is new.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1393608 (stock #1382)
Standing Dharma by Korea's Renowned Buddhist Monk Painter Seok Jeong Sunim (1928-2012)...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #178373 (stock #741)
This is one of the Steuben animals that I have never seen before. Measuring 5" high, he was introduced in 1974, and I don't know when he was discontinued, but I know he isn't available anymore. He is in perfect condition. It is Steuben number 8293.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1484800 (stock #NKFenCardl4V)
Two J's
$24.00
Fenton Cardinals in Winter Small Vase is in mint condition. It measures 4"x5" and was hand painted by J. I. Curra. Produced in 1979. It is in mint condition.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Lacquer : Pre 1980 item #925022 (stock #04115)
The size of Pillow: 19" Long x 11 1/2" Wide x 6 1/2" High. Very unusual and unique Chinese Lacquered Pillow with fine lacquer works. The body of pillow is made with picgskin. It has very fine pretty hand painted design of Mandarin ducks pair with lotus design. The yellow looking lotus is done in gold finish. They are finely painted. The pair of ducks has relief work. I have purchased this pillow in Hong Kong about 30 years ago. This is one of kind piece this seller offer. I never seen in modern...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1480405
Strait's Antiques
$36.95
PUFF BOX with LID
This is a really pretty milk glass Paneled Grape Puff Box with Cover, PG-34, featuring the hand painted Holly decoration, made by Westmoreland Glass. The Puff Box is signed WG. Both the bottom and cover are in very good condition with no chips or cracks. The hand painted Holly decoration is all very good. Be sure to search our other Westmoreland glass available. We guarantee all items to be as described. THANK YOU.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1475456
Strait's Antiques
$78.95
SALT and PEPPER
This really pretty Paneled Grape Ruby Flashed pair of Salt and Pepper Shakers was made by Westmoreland Glass. Both Shakers are in very good condition with no chips or cracks. The Original label is attached. The original lids are very good. The ruby flashing is all very good. Be sure to search our other Westmoreland items available. We guarantee all items to be as described. THANK YOU.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #178379 (stock #748)
Lovely signed Steuben sugar and creamer, the sugar measuring 2 1/2" tall x 3" wide, the creamer measuring 5" tall x 3" wide, both in perfect condition.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1487408
Strait's Antiques
$275.00
CANISTER with LID
This really pretty Green Slag Glass Paneled Grape Small Canister with Lid was made by Westmoreland Glass. This Canister bottom measures 5 inches high X 4 1/2 inches in diameter at the top of the canister. It measures 7 1/4 inches to top of knob with the lid on. The bottom is signed WG. Both the Canister bottom and lid are in very good condition with no chips or cracks. This is a beautiful, hard to find, piece of Westmoreland Glass. Be sure to search our other Westmoreland available. We guarantee...
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #1396551 (stock #1396)
Contemplative calligraphy: Music, Writing, and Books by Lee Nam Ho aka Geum Choo (1908-2001). Lee Nam Ho is renowned as a painter. This is a rare and fine example of his calligraphy. 51 x 13.5 inches, 129 x 34 cm.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1475219
Strait's Antiques
$34.95
THREE PIECE SET
This really pretty Milk Glass Paneled Grape Small Creamer, Sugar and Lid was made by Westmoreland Glass. The Creamer and Sugar are stamped WG on the bottom. All three pieces are in very good condition with no chips or cracks. Be sure to search our other Westmoreland available. We guarantee all items to be as described. THANK YOU.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Furnishings : Accessories : Mirrors : Pre 1980 item #1408386 (stock #5A156E)
Made in Portugal Ceramic oval shape hand painted Mirror, 23" high, 19" wide, 1 3/4" deep, frame width is almost 2" wide, hand painted houses, fence under blue sky, very charming country scenery. The condition is good.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1488968 (stock #FenBSboBowl)
Two J's
$22.00
Fenton Blue Opalescent Basketweave Bowl is in mint condition. It measures 6.25" at the widest and is about 3" high. There is no logo on this item.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Glass : American : Art Glass : Pre 1980 item #1475494
This is a really great crystal with Flashed Fruit Della Robbia Footed Candy Dish or Mint Comport made by Westmoreland Glass. This Comport measures 3 3/4 inches high X 6 1/4 inches across. This pretty Comport is in very good condition with no chips or cracks. All the painted fruit is in very good condition. Be sure to search our other Westmoreland Glass items available. We guarantee items to be as described. THANK YOU.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Paintings : Pre 1980 item #936670 (stock #0420)
New Life Woodblock Print on Traditional Hanji Paper by Hong Sung Dam in 1982 (29 x 20 inches, 74 x 51 cm, including margins). Hong Sung Dam is a woodblock print artist who was a leader of the minjung, the peoples' political movement that arose from the ashes of the Gwangju Massacre where the Korean government slaughtered hundreds (some witnesses say thousands) of their own citizens in the streets in response to demonstrations in Gwangju. He was arrested in 1989, and suffered brutal torture in pr...