antique Chinese jade carving depicts a recumbent ram, symbolizing prosperity and perseverance in Chinese culture. The jade is of a soft, mottled brown and celadon tone, with natural inclusions
well-defined curved horns, delicate incised details on the legs and body, and a pierced hole near the head, possibly for suspension as a pendant or amulet. The smooth, polished surface suggests it as a cherished toggle.

Age: 1800's

Dimensions: 2 1/2" long x 1 1/3" wide

Tang Dynasty white pottery statue in the image of a Zhenmushou “earth spirit”. These are increasingly difficult to find these days. This has a powerful human face, and muscular body with wings bat like ears and cloven hooves. Repaired throughout- all the breaks are clean, please examine enlargements- small bit missing at the top of horn tip. H: 48cm/18.9in x W: 16cm/7in.

Tang Dynasty buff colored, with traces of original pigments pottery statue in the image of a tomb guardian Zhenmushou “earth spirit”. These are increasingly difficult to find these days. The horn has been repaired and there is a repaired surface chip on the back. H: 33cm/13in and W: 10.5/4.1.

A Chinese Qingbai Glazed Lobbed Ewer with Lug Handles. Circa, 960-1279, Song Dynasty. Found in the Philippines. Featuring a six-sided lobbed body supported by a short straight foot, tapering to its shoulders onto a cupped mouth with two lug handles and a curved spout, opposite a flat handle. It is covered overall in a green-white ‘Qingbai-type’ glaze, except for the base...

Large Han green glazed pottery hen with unusual spiral design on the wing- this is the only one I have seen with this, and has an Impressionist sculptural quality. The head has been broken off and glued back on. It wouldn’t be that difficult to fill it and match the colors. H: 18cm7.1in and W: 16cm/6.2in.

A unusually elaborate pottery figure of Noble Lady, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD.). The figure dates to to late Ming period c. 1550-1650 AD.

The lady wears a fine, ornamented robe, and is holding a vessel in her hand. She has an imposing hairdress with flowers, and a mild facial expression. She is standing on a square plintn and is glazed in tourqouise and dark blue colours.

Nicely painted facial details, careful thick glazing

Size: c. 27,5 cm...

An unusually elaborate pottery figure of a female attendant, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD.), dating to late Ming period c. 1550-1600 AD.

The lady is clad in a robe from the shoulders and down. Her hair is set in an artful style, with a green scarf around it. She wears a basket over her arm. She is glazed in torquise and dark blue colours and she is placed on a round plint.

Nicely painted facial details, careful thick glazing and a fine expression.

Size: c. 22,5 cm...

An adorable pair of pottery figures of a dog and a chicken, dating Ming Dynasty China, c. 1500-1550 AD.

Size: The dog measure c. 10 cm in length.

Condition: Extremely fine for type and age, with uncleaned deposits of dirt. Finely preserved glaze with a nice gloss. Wear for type and age.

About Ming Tomb figures: Tomb figures, also known as mingqi, were funerary objects placed in tombs during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) in China...

An adorable pair of pottery figures of a dog and a chicken, dating Ming Dynasty China, c. 1500-1550 AD.

Size: The dog measure c. 10 cm in length.

Condition: Extremely fine for type and age, with uncleaned deposits of dirt. Finely preserved glaze with a nice gloss. Wear for type and age.

About Ming Tomb figures: Tomb figures, also known as mingqi, were funerary objects placed in tombs during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) in China...

An unusually elaborate pottery figure of a female Attendant, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD.), dating to late Ming period c. 1550-1600 AD.

The lady is clad in a large thick robe, covering her body from head to toe. She is wearing a wine bottle in front of her chest. She is glazed in torquise and dark blue colours and she is placed on a round plint.

Nicely painted facial details, careful thick glazing and a fine expression.

Size: c. 22,5 cm...

An wonderful and elaborate pottery figure of a female house attendant, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD.), dating to c. 1550-1600 AD.

A beautiful, elderly lady, clad in a blue dress with tourquoise sleaves. She is carrying a plate with fruits in front of her chest. She is placed on a square plint with tourqoise glaze on the top.

Nicely painted facial details. A very fine and elegant figure from Ming dynasty, with it's careful thick glazing and fine expression...

An adorable pair of pottery models of a horse and a bull, both glazed beautifully in the orange and green Sancai colours. With fine grazing and patina, dating to c. 1500-1550 AD.

Size: The bull is c. 12 cm long and 10 cm high...

This very dramatic, animated carving represents a mythical animal known as a "Bixie." The caring measures 4.3cm (1-3/4") in height and 6cm (2-3/8") in length. The stone is a uniform pale to medium celadon, as shown in the photographs. An excellent portrayal of this traditional subject. This piece has been examined and authenticated by one of the preeminent authorities in the field, a Chinese scholar who is the author of a fifteen-volume reference work entitled "The Complete Collection of Jades U...

Much copied (especially by fakers!), these "animal mask" cong shapes are among the most collectable and highly sought after types of archaic jade work. Dating back more than 4000 years, this is an exceptionally well-carved example, showing the expected internal "shoulder," caused by the central hole having been drilled from both sides. The stone is a uniform pale celadon color with several small areas of a brownish inclusion. It measures a diminutive 4.8cm (1-3/4") in height. The piece has been ...

A large and elaborate jade pendant with stylized animal terminals. The stone shows signs of extensive calcification, consistent with burial. The piece measures 12cm in length (4.8"). This piece has been examined and authenticated by one of the preeminent authorities in the field, a Chinese scholar, author of a fifteen-volume reference work entitled "The Complete Catalog of Jades Unearthed in China." A copy of his certificate of authenticity will be provided to the purchaser at no additional char...

While ear (eared) cups are commonly found in both ceramic and lacquer, it is highly unusual to encounter one in jade, undoubtedly the property of an elite owner. This piece measures 8.5cm in length (3.4"); the stone is a beautiful even-toned celadon green. The design has been exceptionally well executed, with both "ears" perfectly symmetrically opposed to one another. This piece has been examined and authenticated by one of the preeminent authorities in the field, a Chinese scholar, author of a ...

A well-carved nephrite plaque in the form of a curled dragon, measuring 13.5cm (5.25")!!!The piece has been examined and authenticated by a Chinese scholar, one of the preeminent authorities in the field, the author of a fifteen-volume reference work entitled "The Complete Collection of Jades Unearthed in China." A copy of his certificate of authenticity will be provided to the purchaser at no extra cost. The authenticity of this exceptional item is absolutely and unconditionally guaranteed to t...

A finely carved nephrite jade pendant measuring 9.2cm (3-7/8") end-to-end. The typical cross-hatched design terminating at each end with extremely well-carved animal heads.Pieces such as these are commonly referred to as "Twin Dragon Pendants." For two related examples, see, Christies, November 28,2018, The Yangdetang Collection Part II, lots 2751, 2752 (sold, respectively, for $38,501 and $44,918.!). I have included a copy of the catalog entry for purposes of comparison, as well as for those wh...