Brooch / pin made of ivory or horn, engraved and painted with a pair of auspicious birds, magpies, in a pine tree, accompanied by a poem in minuscule calligraphy. China, c 1900. Width "1 ½ / 3.8 cm. Condition: fine.

This book sells between $2400 new to $280. used. As this is in excellent condition I would describe as almost new. A few some scuffs on the edge of the dust cover. ISBN-13: 9789627101161 ISBN-10: 9627101168 Author: KAO, Mayching, editor Edition: First Edition Binding: Hardcover Publisher: Chinese University of Hong Kong Published: 1990

Height approximately 36.5 cm. In good condition.

A small porcelain iron red overglaze water coup decorated with dragons set among scrolling clouds. The iron red style was developed in the Ming dynasty and in the Qing various styles were expanded. Additionally, with the continuity of the literati tradition, various objects were being produced and one was the water coup which is essential in producing ink for calligraphy. The water coup contains an inscription reading Da qing xiangfeng nian xin. (1851-1861). Size: height 2.25" diameter 2.8"

A fine Chinese Iron Red, Blue & White Porcelain Jar, Kangxi Mark. 5-Clawed Imperial Dragon. Good condition. Size: 18 cm. diameter, height 11 cm. Provenance: From a Washington D.C. private collection.

Small iron in cast bronze, relief decoration in the traditional archaic style, exceptionally part of the handle is in jadeite. Usually these irons are simply made of bronze because they were utilitarian objects, which is why it is curious that this one has this precious contribution. The tip fits perfectly and seems to be well 'origin. It must be an iron used in an important family...

A beautifully painted porcelain blue and white Chinese vase with four maidens in elaborately designed robes, holding various objects such as flower baskets, a paint brush, and a book. Scholar's objects have been painted around the neck. The body has an interesting raised speckle texture. Unusual signature on bottom with beautiful floral design outline. Comes with hardwood stand...

Height: 9 cm (3.6 in)
Width: 3.5 cm (1.3 in)
Depth: 1.7 cm (0.5 in)

Quality Chinese inside painted glass snuff bottle; depicts two scenes of male figures in rural settings; jade stopper; signed

Height: 8.5 cm (3.3 in)
Width: 4.7 cm (1.8 in)
Depth: 2.3 cm (0.9 in)

Chinese inside painted snuff bottle; depicts figures in rural settings; marks; good condition

Height: 7.5 cm (3 in)
Width: 4.7 cm (1.8 in)
Depth: 2 cm (0.8 in)

Quality Chinese inside painted snuff bottle; mountain scene and figural decoration; marks present; good condition

An antique Chinese glass snuff bottle with green overlay. The four sides inside painted with mountainous landscapes, signed. The stopper made of metal, the spoon painted bone or wood. Condition: traces of usage. Dimension: c. 9.3 cm high, 3.5 cm wide.

A carved blown moulded glass snuff bottle painted on the inside with a mountain landscape and on the other side a garden scene with potted plants, lingzhi fungi and a weather sculpted rock...

Height: 5.5 cm (2.2 in)
Width: 3.9 cm (1.7 in)
Depth: 2.2 cm (0.9 in)

Chinese inside-painted glass snuff bottle; ground Peking Glass style; features two panels, one of which is signed; the first shows florals and the other depicts a very well-painted hummingbird hovering over lily pads; good condition

Antique Chinese mirror vanity box made of beautiful heavy hardwood. Inlaid with scenes of birds, flowers, and bamboo. Original brass hardware. The top is hinged and opens up to reveal a vanity mirror. A small cabinet underneath opens up to show a total of 6 small drawers of various sizes. Each door also has a compartment with a sliding panel for access from the top. Mid 19th Century...

Chinese hardwood barrel stool, with inlaid designs of flowers on scrolling vines and swirling dragons. Nicely detailed birds perched on branches wrapped around the stool. Republic Period (circa 1950's). Size: 13" H x 15.5" W

Used antique Chinese inkstone with a carving of a peach at its most shallow point. Peaches are said to be heavenly fruit that promote longevity. It comes within a dark hardwood box with a beautiful shine. Size: (entire box) 4.5" length, 3.25" width, 1.25" thickness (inkstone only) 4" length, 3" width, .25" thickness

An example of Taiwan country furniture, this Chinese antique wood trunk sits on a custom-made stand and is finely decorated in panels of black ink painted flowers. It was purchased in Peitou, Taiwan in 1987. It was refinished at that time and the custom stand was made for it. The dealer in Taiwan dated the trunk to circa 1920 and described the wood as machilus. When the lid is opened, the interior is very fragrant. On the stand, the trunk measures 15” high x 25” long x 17” deep...

Chinese ink on paper painting of fish and shrimp by Qi Liangmo (b. 1938). Titled and signed at the upper left Qi Liangmo, the 7th son of Qi Baishi, in black ink and with two red seals reading “Qi Liangmo” and “Baishi’s 7th son.” 20th century. 27” x 13 1/2.” Unframed. Very good, clean condition with some minor discoloration of the background evident. There is a vertical center fold and some wrinkling of the fine paper. From a Phoenix, Arizona collection...