KARUTA

Old Japanese card game called ‘karuta’ (ref...

VOTIVE EMA

Set of four various 'Ema' (lit. 'Horse picture') as Japanese worshipper's wooden tablets, Showa period, early-mid 20th century. Large: approx...

A densely beaded woman's dress panel made by Kuchi nomads from Afghanistan, probably dating to the mid to late 20th century. Woven glass seed beads attached to a cloth background at the top, overlaid by a second layer with twisted acrylic threads and beaded tassles. Several layers of fabric at the top make this piece stiff and sturdy. This panel measures 11¼ x 21 inches...

An old Chinese white glaze laughing Buddha figurine in good condition

Set of 6 Chinese jade and hardstone musical instruments, each on a matching rosewood stand. Instruments include a drum with a pair of drumsticks, gong with striker, cymbals, reed flute and 2 string instruments, one of them (erhu) with a bow. Very well made, in great condition. Length of the erhu 4 inches.

RICE SCOOP

Old Korean folk wood carving scoop for rice or grain used in Jeju island, early 20th century, approx. 34.5 x 21.5 x H 10-7cm (13.58 x 8.46 x 3.93-2.75in). Lighter weight than its looks...

A Chinese jade brush rest carved with a monkey on a tree.It is a competent carving and an amusing subject size: 2 7/10 inches ( 7cm). condition: very good, no damage noticeable. age: C. 1930's

Pair Italian made gilded wall Bracket/Shelf, 13" high, 10" wide-top, 6 1/2" deep-top, with broad Palm leaf design, tall and thin shelf. The condition is good.

WOODEN FOOTED RITUAL VESSELS

Four pieces set. Early-mid 20th century, Korea. approx. D 11-14 x H 8-9.8 cm (4.33-5.51 x 3.14-3.85in). Higher foot comparing to the similar type. Signed single kanji character of "Moon" at the bottom of three pieces of them...

機織りの道具 / KOREAN LARGE WEAVING TOOL

Wooden boat-shaped weaving tool, early 20th century, approx. 36 x 7 x H 6.3cm (14.17 x 2.75 x 2.48in)...

A hand-embroidered Hazara cloth from Afghanistan, circa mid 20th century. Silk thread on a white linen background executed in satin stitch. Condition is excellent. No flaws nor stains. Measures 31.3 cm x 31.8 cm.

PAIR OF PAINTED WOODEN BIRD FIGURES FOR TEMPLE DECORATION

Once installed at the colorful part of temple roof in Korea, early 20th century, approx. 13 x 7 x 2cm (5.11 x 2.75 x 0.78in), 12 x 7 x 2cm (4.72 x 2.75 x 0.78in)...

This is a Porcelain Pillow used by Chinese in the olden time, the Lions and patterns were printed on, made in circa 20s and very good condition with no cracks, chips or repairs, please ask for more photos. Happy Browsing my gallery.....

Republic period, circa 1950, Chinese carved jaded miniature of a carpe fish seating on a lotus leaf with beautiful carved details. It measures 3.5" long, 1.5" wide .75" deep.

A Chinese banded amethyst sculpture, shaped as an egg and carved with the head of an Immortal with large pendant ears . The carving is beautifully rendered and the unusual form makes it original and desirable. In very good condition, it measures 2 3/4 inches (7.25 cm ) long and dates from the Republican period.

OKAME HYOTTOKO

Humorous earthenware bell with 2-face of *'Okame' and *'Hyottoko' as a Japanese folk toy. Showa period, 20th century. approx...

Set of eight(8) English Crescent Porcelain Bouillon Soup Cups and Saucers(2 extra saucers), cups-2 1/8" high, 3 7/8" diameter- top of the rim, and saucer-7/8" high, 5 3/8" diameter, with hand painted enamel floral design over the transfer pink floral wreath decoration with gold accent on the rim. Produced and retailed by "Cuman Collamore Co. Fifth Avenue & 30th St. New York" before 1930's, marked in pink and impressed numbers on the bottom. No damages or restoration.

The pendant depicts the Happy Buddha, also known as the Laughing Buddha, in a joyous and tranquil pose. It is made of natural Jadeite Jade stone, renowned for its rich green color and impeccable quality. The intricate carving and attention to detail bring the pendant to life, making it a true work of art. Whether worn for its spiritual significance or simply as a stunning piece of jewelry, this pendant will surely bring joy and beauty to anyone who wears it...

Vase by Danish manufacturer Hjorth, c 1920-30. Grey stoneware, decoration of Art Déco scroll work in “flow” copper red under beautifully crackled glaze. Probably by Hans Hjorth. The Hjorth Terracotta Factory, now part of the Bornholm museum, is still working in the same premises where it was founded in the 19th century, still using the same equipment. Impressed deer mark (Hjorth is Danish for deer). Height "5¼/ 13 cm. Condition: fine

Beautiful silk obi that has been cut and backed to create eight place mats. They are an ivory color with flowers and twisting stems in dusty purple, muted pink, deep red, gold, and brown. Showa period (1925-1989) Size: 18" length, 12" width

Four ceramic rectangular plates with geometric glaze. It has kiln's stamp in the back side in one of the plates, however not identified. In excellent condition. The first half of the 20th century. W:10cm, L:17.5cm, H:3cm

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Murano Cased PINK Green SOMMERSO Art Glass Bowl with GOLD FLECKS Snail Decoration!!! Attributed to Archimede SEGUSO!!! Has NO damage (chips, nicks, fleabites, or impact Marks). In EXCELLENT Condition!!!

Measure about 8" long x 5 1/4" wide x 3" tall ….. International Buyers WELCOMED!!! ........ Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask!

Shonai-obi hand-woven of wash yarn (Japanese handmade paper) for weft and cotton yarn for warp. It is produced in Shonai region in Yamagata prefecture in Tohoku district. It has beautiful tassels in both ends. The dyes are vegetable indigo and brown. In excellent condition. The first half of the 20th century. 25.5cm x 3m52cm

Chinese repouse silver cuff shaped holder with auspicious symbols seen on all sides. Signed signed an appears to be of solid sterling silver.

Size: 2 1/2" wide

Classic vase form in mezza filigrana using lattimo and transparent copper blue threads. The form is augmented with side applications of basilica rope in crystal with gold aventurine and a crimped crystal lip decoration with gold aventurine. Measuring 6"dia.x 9"h., the vase is in excellent condition and bears portions of its round silver foil Made in Italy label described in Leslie Pina's ITALIAN GLASS, page 15.

Old hand stitched Indian 'chakla' textile. Kathipa style embroidered in 'heer' floss silk on old cotton base. Undated, estimated to be early 20th century or earlier. 38 inches square. Good condition few missing mirrors. Can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide.

Rectangular cover for over a gift, called fukusa made of green (front) and purple (back) silk satin. On the front is an image of three turtles walking towards the water, with a bamboo grove in the back of them...

A stoneware pitcher made up by a tall and narrow cylinder and a semispherical shape, united by a circular handle. Greige and matte glaze with pin holes and other “volcanic” effects, the inside white and glossy. Illegible signature under the glaze, possibly for Bruno Gambone Italy. Height "7/ 18 cm. Condition: fine.

Old hand stitched Indian 'chakla' textile. Kathipa style embroidered in 'heer' floss silk on old cotton base. Undated, estimated to be early 20th century or earlier. 40 inches square. Good condition few missing mirrors. Can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide.

HOLES AND GEARS

Set of a reeling machine's bangboard and gears made of wood. Showa period, mid 20th century, Japan. Board: 26.5 x 16cm (10.43 x 6.29in), Large gear: D 12cm (4.72in), Small gear: D 5cm (1.96in)...

TENGU HEAD

Unique Japanese okimono of the head of 'Tengu' (Long-nosed goblin), originally an wooden mold used for making a paper-mache tengu head (because of such back cutting scar for removing paper-mache head out), then vermilion-painted after retired to lead a second life, Taisho-Showa period, early-mid 20th century, approx. 18 x 18 x Depth 19cm (7.08 x 7.08 x 7.48in). Aged deterioration, uneven paint appearance, crack, exfoliation, etc...

OH MY GOD

Incomplete remains of the face of a monk who is crying when Buddha died, originated from 'Nehan-zu' (Nirvana painting)...

Japanese scroll painted with ink and colors on paper depicting the Rokkasen (Six Famous Poets of Japan that lived in 9-10th century) seated on the ground in different attitudes. Wonderful Zen quality to the brushwork, great composition, beautiful use of color. Brocade silk mounts, lacquered wood scroll ends. Inscribed with a short poem, signed KEIZAN, and marked with red paste seal and another seal lower on the painting. Scroll size 60x15 inches, painting size 26.5x10.5 inches.

Dancing Nymph is the correct name for this Consolidated pattern - it's sometimes called "Dance of the Nudes" due to listings in depression glass books under that name. Made in 1928, it's a wonderful pattern for the deco collector as well as glass lovers. This is the 3 1/2 inch cocktail tumbler in French Crystal.(French Crystal is high polish figures against a satin finish background - named because of the Lalique quality this finish gives the glass.) Perfect condition. I have 6 available, pric...

THREE LASTS

Lasts for 'Yuki-gutsu' as traditional Japanese snow boots made of straw.
Rustic and beautiful. Well-used and warmhearted 'mingei' tools as seen.

Large: approx. L 48cm (18.89in), W 10cm (3.93in)
Small: approx. L 25cm (9.84in), W 10cm (3.93in)


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PORTRAIT OF A LADY

Vintage oil painting on wooden plate, by a Japanese painter, Yoshito Shibata (1910-1995), circa 1960-70s, 24 x 33.3 x 0.5 cm (9.44 x 13.11 x 0.19in)


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Selected out of original Military Hamilton inventory. Never circulated or used. HAMILTON MODEL 23 WWII Military Chronograph WHITE PORCELAIN Dial C: 1942. Very rare. Intended only for the British Military use during WWII. This dial was a special order only for the British Military. Original, authentic Hamilton Military Stock. Never used, sold or placed on a movement. Distractions or hairlines do not exist. THIS IS A FINE COLLECTIBLE. DON'T INVEST IN THE STOCK MARKET. BUY SOMETHING PROVEN ...

A Blue-White Porcelain Snuff-Bottle with Floral-Bird Motifs Height: 3 1/2 inches (8.3 cm) Condition Report: Good Condition Provenance: Property of a NY Collector

Antique early 20th-century Indian padlock entirely made of brass and adorned with the Hindu god Hanuman on the front plate.

Please note that this lock is entirely made of brass, including body and shackle. The later Indian brass padlocks have an iron shackle instead of a flat brass shackle like this padlock.

MEASUREMENTS: Height: 10.3 cm (4.06 inches).

VIOLINIST & READER

Anonymous vintage reversible oil painting on particle board, Showa period, 20th century, Japan, approx. 330 x 240 x 2mm (12.99 x 9.44 x 0.07in). Some expected damage due to aging as is, including rivet holes and slight warp.


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CAKE MOLDS

Two pieces set of Chinese wood carving molds for rice cake, with fish and landscape-like designs, early 20th century. approx. 24.5 x 7.5 x 2 cm (9.64 x 2.95 x 0.78in), 23 x 11.5 x 2 cm (9.05 x 4.52 x 0.78in). Some stains and scratches due to age, but generally in good antique condition as is.


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This dial is OEM. Never applied. Unused in perfect condition. "BOX CAR" 16 size Open Face Ball R.R. Hamilton & Illinois DIAL only. Just removed from my personal inventory. This dial has never bee applied to a movement. OEM. THIS IS A FINE COLLECTIBLE. DON'T INVEST IN THE STOCK MARKET, BITCOIN, BONDS. BUY HARD ASSETS, SOMETHING PROVEN IN TIME.

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Traditional pipe made of bamboo and copper used by the minorities in the south of China (Dong, Miao, Yao...)to smoke either tobacco and opium.
Very decorated bowl made of metals of different colors, with bats on the side; beautiful patina. 43 cms.

Chinese Bamboo woven Food Basket with Bamboo handle, 19" high with handle, 13 1/2" x 7 1/2" wide, made later part of 1800's to early part of 1900's, with three(3) tiered compartments. Some of the Brass decorative buttons are missing. Bottom of the handles on both sides have carved Monogram "S" and very fine Bamboo weaving with many detailed different patterns on the entire surface.

HAMILTON BRITISH MILITARY 992B, 992, 3992B 24 HOUR white porcelain unused DIAL WWII. The British wanted white; so Hamilton accommodated. Produced by Hamilton in the spring of 1842 for the British Military. Associated with the WWII 22j Hamilton 3992B Navigation Master Deck Watch. Very low production and very rare. Recently discovered in the original Hamilton factory Wrap from original Hamilton unused WWII dial inventories. Dial feet located at 57, 22.5, and 28 minute locations. Extremely Ra...

The use of long and short stitch in this Hazara textile from central Afghanistan gives a more detailed surface that better reflects the light than satin stitch. Silk thread on a fine cotton ground, the overall design alternates densely embroidered areas with others left unworked. This napkin measures 32.5 x 34.8 cm and is in excellent condition. Estimated age: late 20th century. The continuous supplementary-weft technique makes this textile reversible and either face may be used as the front.

Metallic thread is used to optimal effect in this Pashtun nomad's purse from southern Afghanistan. The thread is not taken through the magenta silk background but applied onto it in couched threads, laid parallel to each other and caught down by a small stitch in colored cotton. The small fastening stitches in cotton contribute to form a surface pattern of a neat grid of lines which in themselves create geometric and curvilinear motifs in relief (the technique is called "pokhtaduzi", or Romani...

Embroidered in cotton and acrylic thread on a light blue cotton background with sequins and white bead fringing, this child's hat from Indus Kohistan ("Land of mountains") in Pakistan measures: circumference: 50 inches (127 cm); diameter: 6 inches (15.24 cm). Condition is excellent. Estimated age: mid 20th century. The peak of the crown is achieved with wood gathered from the local forests, expertly woven to make the crown. Embroidery technique is a combination of cross stitch, tent stitch and...

SET OF JAPANESE COLORING TOY

Including coloring books, crayons, origami, etc. as the retro appendix set of the book for children, Showa period, 20th century. Books: 26.5 x 19 cm (10.43 x 7.48in). Lack of a handle, slight rips, and stain at bag.


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MONKEY PARENT AND CHILD

Minimal ceramic figure of monkey parent and child in such beautiful silhouette, Showa period, 20th century, Japan, approx. H 22 x 13 x 11cm (8.66 x 5.11 x 4.33in)


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Antique Chinese coin purse made of brass and enameled with cloisonne during the Republic period of around 1920. The purse is beautifully enameled with a colorful design that includes a central lotus flower and vines. It still has its original brown braided silk suspension cord and two fringed tassels.

CONDITION: Shows age and use. Overall, it is in excellent condition, with no cracks, chips, restorations, or repairs.

DIMENSIONS: 8.5 cm x 8 cm (3.35 x 3.15 inches)

Antique rectangular-shaped snuff box made of high-quality German pressed birch bark from 19th century Germany. The flip lid features brass hinges embossed in relief with a scene depicting a drunken man sitting on a well pump spout among the trees while two women keep him company. The upper right of the lid features the motto "Guten Morgen Fritz" (Good Morning Fritz).

The sides of the box are adorned with beautifully crafted leaf scrolls and a delicate rope border, completing the overall aes...

子供用靴下 / TRADITIONAL CHILDREN'S SOCKS

Embroidered with thin quilt and attached with pom-pom at toes, as the traditional Korean children's costume for Happy 1st birthday celebration, early-mid 20th century, approx. W 10-10.5 x L 17cm (3.93-4.13 x 6.69in) each. Stained due to aging as is. Acrylic frame is not attached. References: https://folkency.nfm.go.kr/en/topic/detail/7032 / https://www.kocis.go.kr/eng/webzine/201906/sub07.html


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Small food dish for vegetables, relish etc. of round shape with small indentations in the rim. Thin, light colored stoneware, covered in cream-colored glaze with very fine crackle and pinkish brown swirls. In the bottom a highly stylized kotobuki character (longevity) in iron brown and three green glaze splashes on the rim. Glazes have left a few spots uncovered. Oribe ware, Japan, early Taisho era, 1920s.
H 2 x diam. 4-1/2 in.

Minimal traces of usage, fine condition.

Living in the rough mountainous terrain of eastern Paktika and over the Pakistan border in Waziristan, the women of the Mangali tribe wear these leggings for protection. Loose, baggy trousers are tucked into them, and they are re-used until they wear out. Very thick bergundy silk thread is worked in horizontal rows on the top in cross stitch, and on the lower part in vertical bands of heavy whip stitch. Geometric patterns are superimposed in random coloring. The leggings are lined in purple ...

Four eight-pointed stars are the central theme of this gorgeous textile made by Hazara women, dated to the mid 20th century. Hand-embroidered in extremely fine cross stitch in silk thread on a tan cotton linen, it is the workmanship that marvels. The cross stitch on this textile can be more properly appreciated under a loupe. Each of the four eight-pointed stars is echoed by more eight-pointed stars and accented by triangular hooked motifs down the middle of the piece. The Hazara are the third ...

Measuring 13 1/2 x 19 1/4 inches this textile from Maqur district in Ghazni province is embroidered in silk thread on a fine linen background. The textile was intended to be made into a man or a woman's shirt. There is only one small brown stain, otherwise its condition is nearly perfect. Estimated age: mid 20th century. The embroidery technique is an extremely detailed ladder stitch.

A pair of puttees from northern Afghanistan, hand-embroidered by Uzbek women. Each puttee measures 8.4 cm x 48 cm (3 1/4 x 19 inches)and is hand-embroidered in silk thread on a red cotton ground. The embroidery technique is long and short stitch, typical of Uzbek embroidery. Condition: excellent, no stains, no flaws of any kind. The puttee with the braided thread measures 48 cm x 47 cm.

Measuring 18 x 18.5 cm when closed, this embroidered purse from Baluchistan is called a "bushkiri" and would be used for storing or carrying valuables and bridal dowry gifts. Worked in a delicate combination of satin stitch and brick stitch in silk thread, the embroidered patterns are medallion, diamond and chevron combined with continuous zigzag forms. Tassels, braided cord, plastic beads and metal-wrapped thread with the interior lined in red printed cotton. Condition is excellent, estimated ...

This hand-embroidered Uzbek textile from northern Afghanistan measuring 27 x 28 cm is in great condition. Cross stitch in silk thread on a cotton background. Circa mid to late 20th century.