Takahashi Shotei (1871-1945)
Priest in Snow on a Mountain Path
Date: Pre-1936.
Size: Mitsugiri-ban. Approximately 15.0 x 6.75 inches.
Beautifully professionally framed with UV protective glass. Framed size: 22 x 13.5 inches.
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo.
Title and Shotei seal lower left.
Reference: M-60 in Shotei catalog.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent.

Tall Chinese hardwood cabinet in two sections, elaborately carved all over with scenes of eight dragons in light color wood on dark hardwood ground carved with swirling clouds, rocks and waves. The sides of the cabinet are also made of dark hardwood and carved with scrolling key fret motif. Brass hardware is incised with matching key fret and chimera designs. c. 1950. Total size: 86 " high x 35 1/4" wide x 15 3/4" deep (bottom section is 66 1/2" high. top section is 19 1/2" high)

Fenton 6" Ming Etched Bowl was made in the 1930's. It is three-legged. It is in mint condition.

Duncan and Miller Chartreuse Canterbury 8" Bowl, about 4" deep. This color was made between 1938 and 1955. In mint condition.

Tsuchiya Koitsu
Himeji Castle, March 1936
Size: Mitsugiriban. Approximately 16.0 x 7.25 inches.
Publisher: Takemura Hideo
Koitsu catalogue no.: TK-TM-14
Condition: Tipped at top to original cardstock. Toning and light foxing.

A beautiful old Chinese nephrite jade boy riding on the water buffalo, very nicely carved and with wood stand. In excellent condition. W:5" $276

A hand-embroidered Pashtun nomad purse from Katawaz (Ghazni province) with blue glass beads. Blue beads are considered amulets against the evil eye. Pashtun women, whether settled or nomadic, love rich and beautiful embroideries that shine. Women embroider - for themselves, on their festive costumes and headgear - and for their children and their husbands...

A beautiful art glass vase, made by Bertil Valien for kosta Boda - it belongs to the 'Artist Collection' series. Vase is properly marked on the bottom (see last picture). It is 4 1/2 inches (11,5 cm) tall and 4 1/4 inches (11 cm) wide. It is in fine condition.

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.

Early Indian Hindu Pallava style Bronze seated statue of Parvati. Pala Hindu art is quite scarce and this is a wonderful intact figure very nice worn condition still retaining her features. She was cast in two pieces and the top of the base crimped around the separately cast figure.Size H 8" w 6" d 4"

A Sterling Silver Bread Tray by Tiffany, with a Scalloped Side Border. Model 22930. Dimensions; 10.5" x 6.5" x 1.5"; weight, a substantial 13.4 Standard, 12.2 Troy ounces. Circa 1950. Excellent condition. No monogram.

A round studio ware vase done on a black base glaze with white covering areas of the vase with a bit swirled with black. The vase contains a signature that appears to read: Kotaro. Age: Late 20th century. Size: height 6.5" diameter 7"

Jun (Jun'ichiro) Sekino
Postscript Thoughts on "The Book of the Ghost". This very rare booklet with woodblock-printed covers is Sekino's reflections on having produced and self-published the 1950 woodblock-printed work, "The Book of the Ghost". The cover page reads, "Please Read this Little Booklet as a Personal Letter from Me."
Publisher: The artist's Sosaku Shuppan company.
The book is a single sheet folded into eight pages and has a wonderful T...

DESCRIPTION: An unusual netsuke featuring an abalone shell crafted from wavy burl wood with an ivory lobster perched on top. The lobster’s curled antennas are made of metal, and on the underside of the shell a signature is etched into the wood. Early to mid 20th century in very good condition. DIMENSIONS: 1 ¾” long (4.5 cm).

Louis XV Style Bench Carved Gilded Wood upholstered in silk 67”, done in Paris during the 20th century.

The traditional embroidery of Kandahar ("khamak" in Pashto) is exquisitely fine and extremely labor intensive. A piece such as this one may take up to three months to complete due to the exceptionally detailed stitching technique. This is a panel from a man's shirt from Kandahar province, Afghanistan, and dates to the mid 20th century. Measuring 38.5 x 42 cm, the fine geometric designs are densely embroidered in a mustard silk thread with discrete cobalt highlights...

Incredibly beautiful flame mahogany Sheridan style sideboard, circa 1930. This piece is signed by Berkey and is in fabulous original condition. It has inlay around all the drawers with shell inlay in the corners of the doors, and a large brass gallery in the back. It measures 78" long x 24" deep x 39 1/2" tall.

An "ogee" shaped porcelain bowl decorated with polychrome 'famille rose' enamels depicting two pheasants amongst flowering peony and pomegranate branches and below a band of alternating lotus flowers and the eight Buddhist emblems, the Bajixiang...

Description: Attractive African woven basket with wooden figure. beautiful craftsmanship and great carving. Size: 7"H x 4.5" in diameter, in great condition.

A Heywood-Wakefield Wicker Desk and Chair Set in an Ebonized Finish. Fully Labeled, with Labels on the Back and Underside of the Desk and the Back of the Chair. The desk opens up to disclose a storage area and there are stationary slots on the top of the desk. Dimensions; 28" wide, 17" deep, 29" high (36" to top of back). From the early 20th century and in very good condition.

It was from early 20th century with traditional Chinese dragon patterns.

Dimensions : 52cm x 51cm.

Hongshan Nephrite Jade Toggle pendant with Tremolite. The stone in a red orange with white tremolite covering and having well off set biconically drilled suspension holes. within the holes are mineral deposits, the piece shows signs of heavy use and wear. Collected in HK 1980-1995 . Size 2" by 1.7" weight 70g

Chinese archaistic jade female nude figure well carved in perfect condition . Age is not known you be the judge. Size H 10.5" W 3.5 "

Seneca Glass Company made Driftwood in the 1960's. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking. 2 are available

Westmoreland Fruit Beaded Edge with painted Black Berry on 6" bread and butter plate. Produced from late 1940's to 1950's. In excellent condition. We have more of this pattern listed. 4 are available.

Fostoria American pattern Handled Muffin Bowl, 9". Ground bottom and in mint condition. Produced between 1915-81.

Federal Glass Company made Georgian from 1931-36. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking.

22mm watch lug diameter by 18mm buckle diameter. Genuine TOBACCO Colored Genuine CROCODILE 22 STRAP Padded Stitched Highest Grade. This is the highest grade crocodile and is marked on the back: HAND MADE in ITALY. This strap is both padded and stitched, providing the most security and long lasting beauty. Fits the ROLEX DATEJUST II, President, and all Sport Models 41mm which require a larger size strap. THIS IS A FINE COLLECTIBLE. DON'T INVEST IN THE STOCK MARKET...

Rare silver-inlaid 'daigou' dragon head belt hook. Stylized animal-form hook with intricate inlays, bronze and silver, China, Han Dynasty (206BC-AD220); unmarked. Dimensions: Approximately 4-1/4"L x 5/8"W

This is a really pretty milk glass Paneled Grape 3-Piece Mayonnaise Set made by Westmoreland Glass. This Set includes the saucer-style under plate, the mayonnaise bowl and the ladle. The under plate and the mayonnaise bowl are signed WG. The spoon is not signed. They are all in great condition with no chips or cracks. Be sure to search our other Westmoreland glass available. We guarantee all items to be as described. THANK YOU.

It is brown speckled with green and brown bands in the "Skyline" shape. There are no chips, no cracks, and no repairs to this item. This item is in excellent condition.

Superb and very tall lamp by Ercole Barovier. It is in great condition! The hardware has an attractive patina commensurate with its age. The lamp is nicely complemented by the vase and bowl of the previous listings. Lamp measures 28" to the top of the glass and 44" to the top of the finial.

This really pretty cobalt blue depression glass 5 Inch high Fine Rib Ice Tea Tumbler was made by Hazel Atlas Glass. The Tumbler measures 3 inches in diameter at the top and is in very good condition with no chips, cracks or cloudiness. Be sure to search our other Hazel Atlas glass items available. We guarantee items to be as described. THANK YOU.

Length unfolded: 10.5cm (4.2 in)
Length folded: 6.1cm (2.4 in)
Width: 3.5cm (1.5 in)
Depth: 1.5cm (0.6 in)

Bronze loupe of quality; includes natural material; very high magnification; would suit gem work; good condition

Kawase Hasui
Title: Himeji Castle
Date: 1950s - early 1960s.
Size: Approximately 5.75 x 3.50 inches.
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo.
The print is tipped along its top edge to original cardstock.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent.

KANJIKI RACK

Handmade hanging rack applied to Japanese 'kanjiki' (traditional snowshoe) attaching hemp string, pannier shoulder strap, and natural wood handle engraved its trader's name of 'Mountain'. Showa period, early-mid 20th century, Japan...

 

Old (1930's) Japanese Bronze Mixed Metal Inlaid Vase Marked Nogawa

It is 9.4 inches (24 cm) tall by 2 inches (5.3 cm) wide. It is 1.8 Lb.

It is tarnished and has rust, loss of gilding, cut marks, and 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...

Seven(7) Cut Crystal Wine Glasses, 1980's, heavy cut, 6 3/4" high, 3" diameter-top rim, and the condition is good.

These beautiful juice tumbler were designed by Reuben Haley and produced by the Consolidated Glass Company in the late 1920's. The pattern is called 'Five fruits' and is one of Consolidated's scarce tableware lines. Approximately 4 inches tall, the color is green ceramic wash over crystal. One even has the original Martele label. Perfect condition. I have other pieces in this pattern, including bowls, plates and tumblers in purple wash, to complete your table setting. Email for details.

Neolithic Hongshan Nephrite Jade cicada Insect toggle pendant .The figure of a cicada insect the jade is well worn with deposits. The Suspension holes are biconically off set drilled with mineral deposits within. The entire surface is covered in tremolite growth , a wonderful pendant. Size l 2.5" . Collected HK 1980-1995

This porcelain figurine of a pair of falcons was produced in Germany by Karl Ens Volkstedt in the 1950s. It measures 10 1/2 inches high and 8 3/4 inches long. They are well modeled with excellent detail. See how their eyes, beaks and talons are defined. They are hand painted in natural colors. They appear to be a mated pair on the watch for prey. Condition: Excellent

Hongshan Nephrite Jade Toggle Pendant of a Dragon head in red orange jade with extensive mineral deposits and age wear, collected in Hong Kong 1980-1995. Beautiful distressed patina. 2" by 1.6"

Ohara Shoson (Koson)
Egret on Snow-covered Willow Tree at Night
Size: Koban. Approximately 7.25 x 5.0 inches.
Date: 1930s.
Shoson seal lower right.
Made in Japan stamped on verso.
Reference: AS.10 in Crows, Cranes and Camellias: The Natural World of Ohara Koson (Reigle Newland).
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent. Paper at top back corner.

A picture is worth a thousand words. This High Victorian lacy silvered metal frame has a twig-form border covered with flowers and foliage standing on two feet. Measurements: 9 in. high x 4 in wide; This frame has character, crack to one foot does not not affect balance, minor rust, wear to silver on back. This is a pretty way to display a loved one, a perfect baby or confirmation gift.

Heartwarming Hagi Tea Bowl by the Last Korean Princess, Yi Bangja (1901 - 1989) with the original signed box. This bowl is a spectacular achievement in ceramic artistry and technique. The glaze is a pale biwa color that was highly prized by 16th-17th century Korean Hagi potters living in Japan. The foot features the shrunken glaze that was used in those days. Diameter: 5.5 inches, 14 cm. Height: 3 inches, 7.5 cm...

Chinese carved yellow and caramel colored sealstone, depicting two Lohan riding on the back of a Gilin, fine quality carving. Size: Measurements are 3 1/2"H x 2 1/2"W. Condition Report: Good condition, wood base excluded.

Japanese pottery tsubo vase. An earthy, drab gray-green glaze on porcelaneous body with thin iron wash and with bold, rich red iron oxide glaze painted floral decoration on opposing sides of the tsubo form with thickly potted shoulder rising to a broad, everted rim. Two character impressed artist's mark inside the foot appears to read Kazan ('Ka' being the 10 stroke character also read as "hana".) A pleasant, substantial feel when held. Excellent condition. Height, 9 3/4 inches (24.76 cm)

A lavishly decorated Chinese porcelain stool. The top is done in a red based motif with a five clawed dragon flying within the clouds. The body of the vase is decorated with scrolling vines and auspicious motifs scattered around the background, a motif often seen since the Ming dynasty. Age: 20th century Size: Diameter 11.5" Height 16"

Height approximately 17 cm. In good condition.

A pair of wood form for tabi socks. It is written the size "9" which is W:7cm, L:21.7cm, H:4.7cm. In good condition but it has the part of the arch of the left foot cut off. The first half of the 20th century.

Outstanding three-piece sterling silver dresser set with guilloche enamel. Both brushes have natural bristles and the jar is panel-cut. All pieces are fully hallmarked for "G. Bros." London and Birmingham, 1928. The markings also indicate the pieces were made for export to America.

Origin: London & Birmingham, England, 1928. Condition: excellent, including the bristles; absolutely no problems with the enamel. Size: hairbrush 9" long; clothesbrush 6-1/4" long; jar 2" diam.

A beautiful 1930 vintage Chinese enamel filigree silver carnelian brooch. Excellent condition W:4.5cm x H:4.5cm. Marked Silver.

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Jeannette Glass Company made Windsor from 1936-46. There are no chips or cracks in the glass. Thanks for looking. 11 available

Promotion ashtray designed by sculptor Charles Vos c 1930 for the Sphinx ceramic factory in Regout, Maastricht. Elegant Déco lines and a light mint green glaze. Length "8 ¾ / 22 cm. Condition: fine.

Nice Chinese vase with a gourd like body and crackle finish . Painted with a nature scene and a bird, the base is marked . H 9" by 5"

Red coral branch necklace in natural long Italian Mediterranean with sterling silver round and oval beads in the Southwestern style. Fabulous hand made natural long branch red coral necklace, it is strung on a metal wire with a hook and eye clasp. The coral size starts at a 1/4" and gradually increases up to 1-1/2" long. The total length from end to end is 24". It is the natural Italian red coral from the Mediterranean, it has not been enhanced with dye

This dazzling child's dress front was made by Pashtuns and is probably dated to the 1950s or 60s. The embroidery technique on this textile features couched metallic threads forming an intricate combination of linear and circular designs, so densely arranged as to almost completely obscure the dark purple silk ground...

A Group of 8(eight) Yixing Tea Cups. 2(two) teacups have 4.1 cm diameter and 2.6 cm height, 2(two) teacups have 4.6 cm diameter and 2.9 cm height and the other tea cups have 5 cm diameter and 2.9 cm height. The 2(two) tea cups which 5 cm diameter and 2.9 cm height have a hairline inside the cup (not appeared from outside).