A Very Rare/Fine/Korean Both Sides Carved Wood Block Printing Panel (능화판菱花板)-19th C.: Korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th century. This wood block printer carved both side panels for printing was done a very experienced skilled carver carved delicately on the both sides with geometric patterns, and the other back side carved with a same motif decoration of patterns in 60 diamond shapes boxes,. It was crack in center, otherwise good condition. - Please carefully view all attached lot i...

In the world of Japanese ceramics, Tamamizu-ware has almost a mythical standing. A branch of the main Raku line, at one time the two kilns held equal prominence, both being endorsed by the major tea schools of Kyoto and both being favored by the Imperial household. The first in the line was an illegitimate son of Kichizaemon Ichinyu (Yahē) who studied under his father and then left to open his own kiln in the village of Tamamizu (known today as Ide-cho). Though he is the first potter of the Tam...

An original natural pigment pottery figure of a standing court lady wearing a short-sleeved tunic over a robe with long sleeves. Her interesting looped hairdo is parted into two bunches that rest atop the sides of her head. The figure has most of the original pigments, some of which have worn off over the years.Very difficult to find one that has not been restored. Period: Tang (618 - 907 AD) Size: Height = 22.5 cm, Width at base = 7.5 cm. Condition: All original. No repairs.

Japanese Nabeshima ware porcelain dish, decorated with branches of leaves in cobalt blue and green/yellow underglaze accented with red pigments. The dish stands on a high, deeply recessed foot with outer "comb" cobalt blue design around its edges.

Dates from 18th/19th century Dimensions: 6" x 6" x 1 3/4" H

An Extr. Rare Attributed Portrait of the 4th King of Joseon (조선朝鮮)-세종대왕 [世宗大王] with the Queen-王妃, Korean-19th C.: Korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th century or older, dated and signed with a seal, whole plexi glass framed, painted on silk with bright natural pigment with real gold used. This portrait believed to be of세종대왕 [世宗大王]- the 4th King of Joseon dynasty, and the Queen. He was the 3rd son of태조 [太祖] 이성계 [李成桂]: the first King of Jo...

A large rare Five Dynasty jug with stylized butterflies and fish designs and a key fret design around the middle. this jug was most likely used for wine. Age:907 - 979AD Size: H. 39.3 cm. W. 26.8 cm. Condition: No repairs.

Chinese small bronze tripod incenser in the form of a peach. With tall cylindrical tripod feet, the base of the peach is inscribed with cartouche in relief. Provenance from Zeilig Gallery Collection, previously purchased from Spinks 1979.

Dates From Ming dynasty

Dimensions: 2 3/4" L x 2 1/2" W x 1 1/2" H

Japanese woodblock print of a geisha applying red pigment to her lips in front of a mirror. The print is titled "Rouge" by Torii Kotondo (1900-1976). From his "12 Aspects of Women" series. Signed with red chop, and publisher's seals in left margin. With original storage folder.

Dimensions: 12" W x 19" H (entire print) 10" W x 16" H (artwork only)

Fine Sawankhalok 14th-15th century green crackled celadon glazed bottle. Two vertical rings at neck with incised horizontal decoration at shoulder. Fine condition. High resolution images on request... Height: 4.75 inches.

Song Dynasty incised bowl with floral motifs in the cavetto and mottled brown glaze. In over-all good condition with one very light hairline that becomes apparent in high resolution images....high resolution images may be emailed to you on request... Diameter: 7.75 inches; height: 3.75 inches.

Japanese antique large censer depicting the fisherman Urashima Taro from the fairy tale, Otogi Banashi. In the story, the fisherman discovers some children on the beach toying with a turtle. Urashima Taro buys the turtle from them and sets him free. The turtle grows in size and carries Urashima Taro down beneath the sea to the Dragon Palace (Ryugu-jo) where he is met and thanked by the Princess Otohime. After a few days, Urashima Taro decides to return to the world above the sea. The pri...

Chinese rare Sancai glazed pottery figure of a standing horse. The saddle pad is glazed with four colors including a rare blue. The saddle itself is covered with a vermillion slip and naturalistically modeled with sweeping folds of fabric. Most exquisite is the graceful arching of the horses neck, the slight turn of the perfectly proportioned head, and one whimsically turned back ear. With TL test papers.

Tang Dynasty 618-907

Dimensions: 21 1/2" high x 19" long

A Nepalese hand-carved wooden phurba, a Buddhist shamanic dagger used as a religious implement. It has four faces carved at the top with a bird carved into its blade. The wood has a smoothed patina and natural wear from ritualistic use.

!8th /19th century

Dimensions: 13" L x 2" W

Chinese antique rectangular foot stand made of huanghuali wood. Classic lines and simple elegance. Underside with characters in ink and old paper label.

late 19th century

Dimensions: 6 1/4" high x 25 1/2" long x 13" wide

Chinese pair of huanghuali wood official's hat chairs. Simply and smoothly carved with a cusped edge on the front legs. Rattan seats. Provenance: from the collection of the Santa Barbara Museum, California. (Note regarding the Museum label: little was known about Chinese hardwoods at the time this label was made. Thus the wood is mislabeled "cherry wood").

17th Century

Dimensions: 39 1/4" high x 19 1/4" wide x 17" deep. Seat: 19 1/4" high x 18 1/2" wide x 15 1/2" deep...

Japanese woodblock print of a geisha holding a fan against a blue ground, titled "Summer Geisha" by Torii Kotondo (1900-1976). From his "12 Aspects of Women" series. Signed with red chop, and publisher's seals in left margin. With original storage folder.

Dimensions: 13" W x 19" H (entire print) 10" W x 16" H (artwork only)

Nuo mask of Kailu, "Open the path", god with a terrifying face (horns, fangs) who leads the funerary procession; his fierce face is intended to repulse the bad spirits (and the dangerous wild animals?).
Very rare big portrayal of Kailu with very big eyes and mouth, the only one of this kind i ever saw; 3 growing horns, big eyes and mouth, 2 fangs; ancient polychromia, nice patina.
Good condition, small chip at the back of the forehead and old native restoration between the corner...

Han Jade pendant with two connecting holes on each end. The front has the carving of two stylized Phoenix Birds and the back with carvings of cloud motifs.The phoenix was commonly referred to as the "King of Birds." A supernatural bird, it embodied the five virtues of benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom, and sincerity., "When the dragon soars and the phoenix dances, the people will enjoy happiness for years, bringing peace and tranquility to all under heaven."Size: L.5cm. W. 3.5cm. C...