Chinese Door of Hope Mission Doll: Buddhist Monk

Chinese: Folk Art: Dolls and Puppets Pre 1920: item #974196
4B-001

This rare Door of Hope doll represents a Buddhist priest or monk who is dressed in a long coarse “saffron” muslin coat with three frog closures. Ca. 1920. Beneath his muted light olive green-colored cotton outer coat, he wears blue cotton trousers and a blue cotton inner robe layered over another robe made of white cotton. His carved head is “shaved” – he has no painted hair like other male Door of Hope doll characters. In addition, his bald head has rows of indentations on top to represent the ... Click for details

Zhuang child’s blanket

Chinese: Folk Art: Handicrafts Pre 1950: item #965197
2109

Fine Zhuang minority textile from Guangxi Zhuang/Guizhou province. Woven in two panels with silk embroidered “diamond and star” patterned border. There is a small repair noted in enlargements, minor fading at the bottom and a few minor holes- all consistent with an old piece, some orange and brighter purple silk thread seem to be a later embellishment, indicating that this piece has been handed down several generations and highlights the well toned abrash of the original pattern. Circa 193... Click for details

Zhuang child’s blanket

Chinese: Folk Art: Handicrafts Pre 1950: item #965194
2108

Exceptionally fine Zhuang minority textile from Guangxi Zhuang/Guizhou province. Woven in two panels with elaborate silk embroidered meander swastika border. Please note the variety of symbols, even symmetry, and inner borders matching up on the two panels are the hallmarks of the finest weaving skills. Excellent condition circa 1940 to 1950. 67cm/26.5in x 61cm/24in.

Large Chinese Carved Boxwood Toggle, Pair Shoes, 19th C

Chinese: Folk Art: Handicrafts Pre 1900: item #964928
SN69

DESCRIPTION: A large Chinese boxwood toggle (Guajian) carved as a pair of men’s shoes resting side by side, a symbol of marital harmony and the wish for sons. Very nicely carved in relief with the fine-grained boxwood having a wonderful, aged patina from years of use. There are two circular “lu” (riches) ideographs on the toes (a wish for wealth). These symbolisms explain why such toggles were considered good luck charms. The shoes have remnants of an original red translucent lacquer and are... Click for details

19th Century Chinese Folk Painting of an Emperor

Chinese: Folk Art: Primitive Paintings Pre 1900: item #963076
0451

19th Century Chinese Folk Painting of an Emperor. Frame: 33 x 20.75 inches, 84 x 53 cm; Painting: 27.5 x 15 inches, 70 x 38 cm.

Chinese painting - 30 ft tall. From a temple

Chinese: Folk Art Pre 1900: item #960161
25scrollpntg

A rare find of a tall Chinese painting. Color on fabric. 30ft tall. 25 Buddhas, Boddhisattvas, and lots of Daoist Gods. 15" by 30 ft. Roller wood ends. It was brought to U.S by an American missionary in 1930s. Expect to see stains, wears and tears. Few holes on top area. Condition overall is very good. Circa 19th C. or earlier. No signature or any seal. This is a truly good worshipped artifact.

Fine Pair Door of Hope Mission Dolls: Bride and Groom

Chinese: Folk Art: Dolls and Puppets Pre 1930: item #953690
DJ-001

Always among the most coveted and valuable of the Chinese “Door of Hope” mission dolls are the Bride and Bridegroom. This pair, in incredibly pristine condition, dates to ca. 1930. Both dolls have finely carved pear wood heads and hands, carved and painted black eyes, closed smiling mouths and well-detailed carved ears. The bride is dressed in a red silk pao top, all hand embroidered with flowers and gold trim. The underside of the back of the Bride’s pao top still retains the original “Kimport ... Click for details

Antique Chinese Hand-blown Glass Fishing Float

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1920: item #950876
MS27

DESCRIPTION: A large Chinese glass fishing float, emerald green in color and wrapped with netting so that it can be secured to a line. This float was hand-blown into a mold and small bubbles can be seen trapped within the glass. These handsome globes make beautiful garden or dock accessories, and included with this one is a contemporary display stand (see last photo). Dating to the first quarter of the 20th Century (c.1920), the glass and rope are both in excellent condition, with no chips or ... Click for details

Chinese Teacup Box with Longevity Emblem

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1910: item #941389
60-25

This late Qing Dynasty teacup box has a high handle carved with the figure of a deer, an auspicious Chinese symbol used to wish longevity. Foliage, flowers and scalloping are carved on both sides of the handle as well as on the ear-like curved ends that hold the handle in place. The rich red lacquer on the wooden box contrasts nicely with touches of deep, dark green and faint gilding. The container is fitted with a removable half-lid that allowed stacks of traditional Chinese teacups without ha... Click for details

Chinese Cast Iron Clothes Press, 19th C.

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1900: item #925350
MS195

DESCRIPTION: This is a rather unique Chinese utilitarian object for those of you who collect tools and other old household implements. Before the availability of electricity and modern irons, this useful implement was specifically shaped to perform the function of pressing clothes. The long handle is made of wood and attaches to a large cast iron bowl designed to hold hot coals. Shaped with one side flared to protect the worker’s hand, the bowl has been cast with interesting designs on its o... Click for details