Yi Oracle Stick Container

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1940: item #1060151
2282

Intricately carved and rare fortune telling bamboo receptacle used for holding oracle sticks. I picked this up in a local market in Guangxi Province in China about 15 years and (in my opinion) is probably from a Yi group in Guizhou, to the north. The Zhuang, Yao and Miao are the most Sinicized of the minorities in this area. Most notably lacking on this piece are any signs of Chinese auspicious symbols or characters with the exception of the coin symbol (circle with square inside). The geo... Click for details

Old Chinese or Sino-Tibetan Burlwood Everted Rim Bowl

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1930: item #1051615

Old Chinese or Sino-Tibetan burl wood bowl very nicely formed with an everted rim and high foot. The bowl is very lightweight for its size. 5 1/2" diameter x 2 1/4" high. It is difficult to date. Although it could be older, it is most likely from the 20th century. Excellent condition. This piece is from the private collection of American expatriates who lived in Hong Kong in the 1970s and 1980s.

Two Red Lacquer Chinese Food Trays

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1940: item #1020775
BPB71

DESCRIPTION: Two round lidded Chinese fruit trays, each with bracket feet and interior compartments for fruit or sweets. The lid of the slightly smaller tray is decorated with flowering foliage and a shuangxi character meaning "double happiness," a symbol of both happiness and longevity. The five black lacquered compartments of the inner tray are removable. The lid of the larger tray is decorated with a central shuangxi character which is surrounded by stylized flowers and xi characters (meani... Click for details

Miniature Chinese Utensil Set Toggle, 18th C.

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1800: item #1001793
SN67

DESCRIPTION: A rare Chinese toggle in the form of a miniature Mongolian eating set or trousse, consisting of a reddish gold lacquered metal sheath finished with brass bands and bone cap, containing two removable and useable knives with horn handles and bone caps, a set of tweezers, and a suspension loop on the side. Overall fine condition with minor signs of age, rust and use, Qing dynasty, 18th C. DIMENSIONS: 3 3/4” Long (9.5 cm).

Chinese Qing Folk Art Burl Wood Tobacco Container Box

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1900: item #984870

Chinese late Qing dynasty (19th century) lidded burl wood folk art box with a hollow interior. These containers typically hung from a belt by the cord and were designed to carry tobacco. 3 3/4" tall by 3 3/4" wide at the edges of the fitted lid. Very good overall condition with significant patina evident. This piece is from the private collection of American expatriates who lived in Hong Kong in the 1970s and 1980s.

Chinese Qing Brass Bronze Incised Tobacco Carrier

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1900: item #984840

Chinese Qing dynasty folk art tobacco container designed to hang from a belt. The metal carrier is crafted of brass or bronze. One side is decorated with an incised figural design while the reverse side holds a calligraphic inscription. A removable cover opens to reveal a hollow interior. Late 19th to early 20th century. 3 1/4"L x 1 7/8"W x 1 1/4"D. Very good overall condition with considerable original patina. This piece is from the private collection of American expatriates who lived in Hong ... Click for details

Chinese Qing Brass Paktong Incised Tobacco Carrier

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1900: item #984836

Chinese Qing dynasty folk art tobacco container designed to hang from a belt. The carrier is crafted of light colored brass which might be paktong ("white brass"). One side is faintly decorated with an incised figural design while the reverse side holds a calligraphic inscription. A removable cover opens to reveal a hollow interior. Late 19th to early 20th century. 3 1/4"L x 1 7/8"W x 1 1/4"D. Very good overall condition with original patina. This piece is from the private collection of A... Click for details

Antique Mongolian Steel Leather Flint Tinder Box Pouch

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1900: item #979188

Antique Mongolian tinder box leather pouch with steel blade decorated on the front with brass accents. Appears to date from the 19th century. This pouch comes with a padded silk lined presentation box. Measures 5 7/8" long at the blade by 3" wide, including the top clasp. Good overall condition with a wonderful aged patina and much evidence of wear. The top clasp has come loose on one side. These functional fire starters were often hung from belts. This piece is from the private collection of A... Click for details

Large Chinese Burl Toggle, 18th C.

Chinese: Folk Art: Utilitarian Accessories Pre 1800: item #976591
SN65

DESCRIPTION: A wonderful example of Chinese utilitarian folk art, this circular burl toggle (guajian) is shaped like a large convex button with a loop fashioned in back for suspension by cord from the belt or sash. Carved from a single piece of a richly grained burl wood, it has the wear and deep patina typical of an older wooden folk piece and is in overall fine condition. 18th C., Qing Dynasty. DIMENSIONS: 3 1/8” Diameter (8 cm).

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