DESCRIPTION: A Jin Dynasty (1115-1234 AD) vase in a truncated meiping form, decorated with a luscious, thick black and brown glaze over a ribbed body. Two strap handles are attached to both sides of the short neck below the flared rim. Overall very good condition with small repair to rim chip. DIMENSIONS: 9 ½ high (24 cm) x 8 1/2 diameter (21.5 cm).
High fired Xiajiadian culture Neolithic handled pot made of gray burnished pottery. There are a couple of minor chips on the rim, not bad considering it is 4300-3700 years old. H: 6.3cm/2.5in and W: 9cm/3.5in (handle to rim).
A stucco face of Buddha mounted on a custom lucite stand. The face dates from the Six Dynasties style, probably from the Northern Qi dynasty, circa 550-577 AD, by the look of the sweet smile on his expression. The face measures 2" high by 2 3/4" wide by 1 1/4" deep and is in very good condition with very minor wear. Northern Qi Dynasty was one of the Northern dynasties of Chinese history and ruled northern China from 550 to 577. It was the successor state of Eastern Wei, as Eastern Wei's paramou... Click for details
Antique Globular Chinese Sung Celadon Vase with loops, olive green craquele glaze with design/incised band decor, only bottom has visible crack, imperfect/damaged condition,
otherwise very attractive, esp. for collector at this price!, size: H. 8cm x 10cm diameter,
A complete model of a house and farm, with two accessory jars, all made of ceramic. Dating to the Eastern Han Dynasty, it is from Vietnam, which was dominated by the Chinese during that period.
Of the many subtle differences between those found in China and those found in Vietnam, this set typically does not include any animal models. Interestngly, these typically also show a thatched roof only, while in the case of this one the house's roof appears tiled, and includes what appears to be the r... Click for details
This pottery dog has been curled up and asleep since it was made, some 2,000 years ago during the Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 220). Fine condition with no restoration or repair. Length 12.5 cm (5 inches).
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A rare painted and turquoise glazed Cizhou censer, Yuan or early Ming dynasty. The shape with tall collar and upstanding loop handles is typical of this early period. It appears to have had some use but remarkably it has survived in fine condition. The glaze is finely crazed all over and by using a glass one can see that the surface shows signs of genuine wear and even some slight iridescence in places.
Fine Large Chinese Song / Yuan Dynasty Celadon Glazed Bowl from Shipwreck
This large bowl was made in the 13th century at the Tongan Kilns in Fujian Province during the late Song Dynasty (AD 960 - 1279) or early Yuan Dynasty (AD 1279 - 1368). It has a yellowish-green celadon glaze that is finely crackled. The inside of the bowl has scrolling lines incised into the surface whereas the underside has short rows of parall... Click for details
Excellent Large Chinese Warring States / Han Dynasty Impressed Pottery Jar with Oxford TL Test
This outstanding large pottery jar of almost spherical shape was made some 2,000+ years ago. The bold repeated combed decoration covers almost the entire outer surface. It is made from a fairly highly-fired and hard-wearing pottery that has a distinct to it when tapped.
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