Set of 3 (1930's) Chinese Robin's Egg Glazed Porcelain Seated Buddha Marked
Each is 10.4 inches (26.5 cm) tall by 5.3 inches (13.5 cm) wide. Total weight is 6.4 Lb.
They have dark spots, skip glaze, chips, repairs at the tower at one of the buddha and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Kawase Hasui
Hwasa Gate, Suwon (Mizuhra Kakomon). From the series Eight Views of Korea (Chosen Hakkei).
Date: August 1939.
Size: Oban. Approximately 16.5 x 11.5 inches.
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo. Watanabe C seal (sausage seal 1929-42)...
Chinese Ceramic seated Duck, before 1920, 1 7/8" high, 2" x 1" wide, with original imperfection, no damage.
Hongshan nephrite jade in brown Owl Pendant Toggle , biconically drilled holes showing wear from extended use and tremolite deposits as well as mineral deposits, collected in Hong Kong 1980-1995. Beautiful distressed patina. Does not quite stand on his own. Size 2.5" by 2" see the back wonderful patina.
This is an old Japanese man's obi sash (belt for a kimono) with designs on both side. Many of the sashes are found with some damages, so they are often cut out and used to remake something else. Top quality silk in new condition, no damages.
A beautiful Old Chinese paper fan with golden calligraphy and painting with a embroidery fan case, in excellent condition. L:24cm $285
This is a textile of superb workmanship, very typical of Hazara embroidery. The Hazara are the the third largest ethnic group in Afghanistan, residing mainly in the mountainous central provinces of Bamiyan, Ghazni and Orugzan. This child's dress front measures 32.5 x 65 cm. Solidly worked in cross stitch in silk thread, with satin stich on the waistbands, glass beads on the outer edges, and framed by Bokhara couching in metallic thread...
Kashigata (wooden sweet mold,) Hi No De Tsuru (Rising Sun Crane) motif. Japan, early 20th C. L.7.0"(18cm) x W.3.75"(9.5cm) x H.1.625"(4cm). The Crane symbolizes long life, as does the Tortoise, in many Asian cultures. In Japan, it was a popular traditional motif for celebratory events such as weddings, New Year's, and birth. This particular example shows the rising sun, a symbol of Japan, behind the crane...
This simple and elegant green porcelain vase was made by a student of Kiyomizu Rokubei (VI) who was well-known for creating fine porcelain pieces modeled on ancient Chinese forms.
Kato Keizan I (1886-1963) was born in Tajimi, Gifu prefecture but later moved to Kyoto and opened a kiln in Gojozaka in 1912...
Original woodblock print by Clifton Karhu (1927 - 2007) titled “To†depicting a head of a tiger. The print is pencil-signed, titled, dated 71 and numbered 13/100 at the bottom of the circular image. Printed on very thin paper. Condition: fine impression and color, slightly creased. Dimension: 30.7 cm x 32 cm.
Chinese carved and pierced jade plaque mounted on a carved wooden stand. This stone is a pale green with white and lavender striations. The carving depicts Shou Lao holding a peach in his right hand and a staff in his left hand standing by a rock and a pine tree. This piece was given to wish longevity to the recipient. Shou Lao is the immortal of longevity in the Taoist belief...
Chinese carved overlay Peking Glass vase with cranes in flight amongst lily pads and tall grasses. In excellent condition with just some normal age related wear/mirco abrasions on the bottom, it measures 11.25" high (28.6 cm).
A Japanese sooted bamboo boat-shaped basket designed for flower arrangements. The ship form represents a treasure ship (takarabune). The takarabune is a mythical ship piloted through the heavens by the Seven Lucky Gods carrying celestial treasures. In this case, some of earth's most beautiful treasures: its flowers. Originally, a ceramic container would be placed inside to accommodate the flower arrangement. This basket is still very usable having sturdy construction with no apparent breaks...
This set of 5 porcelain serving bowls is packed in their original paper box. They are a mid-20th century product. The bowls are 2 ¼” high and 4 ½” in diameter. They have blue, green and orange floral and pattern designs inside and outside. There is a maker’s mark “Oyoshi kiln” on the bottoms. They were never used and are in excellent condition.
Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Jar with Flower Marked Lao Tian Lee 老天利制
They are 3 inches (7.8 cm) tall by 4.3 inches (11 cm) wide. The total weight is 1.3 Lb.
They are tarnished and have cut marks, loss enamel, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Ito Yuhan
Tsukuda Jima
Date: 1930s.
The verso is stamped "Made in Occupied Japan," dating this edition between 1947-1952.
Size: Oban. Approximately 16.0 x 10.75 inches.
Publisher: Nishinomiya Yosaku. Seal at left margin.
Artist's signature at lower right.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Very good with inky area at upper right corner and one dot in left sky.
Liu Yucen Republic period famille rose porcelain plaque
Early 20th century Chinese Republic period famille rose porcelain plaque, the enamel decoration including a pair of finches perched on a flowering prunus branch, inscribed upper right Liu Yucen and two seals of the artist.
21.5"h x 12.75"w, overall size including frame 24"h x 15.5"w x 1"d.
1930's Japanese Mixed Metal Samurai on Horse
He is 16 inches (40.6 cm) tall by 13.5 inches (34.3 cm) wide measured with stand. He is 13.7 inches (35 cm) tall by 15 inches (38.1 cm) wide measured without stand. He is 16.7 Lb.
He has flea bite chips and small chips at the edge of his sleeves. He is also missing hand held accessories, rubbing of gold and patina, and surface wears...