A Vietnamese Annamese 14 - 15th century blue and white large yuhuchun vase with bird motif, very good vibrant imported blue color motif, good condition with part of the rim has been damage restored, size: 29.5 cm height.

Ensemble of three blue and white bowls circa 14CE. These are shipwreck recovery pieces that have been cleaned possibly from the Hoi An hoarde. The larger bowl is Annamese, D: 15cm/6in and H: 9cm/3.5, no cracks or chips but the rim glaze has fritted off. The two smaller bowls are a near matched pair- D: 11cm/4.2in and both have rim repairs highlighted in enlargements.

Two small Ming jarlets. Sort of wabi-sabi, but no major damage aside. There are some surface glaze firing cracks and fritting on the mouth rim on the larger jar. Larger jar D: 6.7cm/2.7in and H: 5.3cm/2.1in, smaller jar D: 5.8cm/2.3in and H: 5cm/1.9in.

Four beautiful well carved jade charms- the cicada is Burmese jadeite, the nephrite melon and fish have russet surface highlights and the tiger is particularly nice- carved in the Ming style. Scales are in enlargements. Total weight is 31 grams.

Lovely pottery small lead glazed stove from the Eastern Han Dynasty (202 BCE – 220 CE). There is original flaw in one of the pots on top and a minor glaze chip on the upper edge but otherwise excellent condition with a lot of lead glazed silver parrifin patina on the whitish surface. There are still random traces of the silver patina on the surface. See last enlargement for reference from He Li’s Chinese Ceramics. L: 25.cm/9.8in, W: 18.5m/7.2in and H: 9.5cm/3.8 in.Excellent example of ...

Lovely pottery small lead glazed stove from the Eastern Han Dynasty (202 BCE – 220 CE). Minor fritting and a couple of chips on the upper corners, but overall, in very good condition for a two thousand year old piece. There are still random traces of the silver patina on the surface. I scraped off a small section the surface layer and a beautiful silver patina is revealed (see enlargement #5), up to the buyer of they want to clean the whole piece. See last enlargement for reference from...

Whimsical Meiji Banko Teapot with Character Faces Japan

A delightful antique Banko-yaki teapot from the Meiji era. The pot is hand-crafted and hand-painted with expressive theatrical faces, including Okame, Oni, and Tengu—traditional characters from Japanese folklore and Noh theater. The lid features a bold Tengu mask, adding a dramatic and playful touch to this charming piece.
These teapots were not only functional but also served as humorous conversation pieces, reflecting ...

Chinese Song / Yuan Dynasty Qingbai Glazed Porcelain Cup / Bowl

This rare small porcelain bowl, or cup, with flared mouth and wide flat base, was made during the 13th / 14th Century (Song / Yuan Dynasty). The porcelain body is particularly translucent and it has been coated in a pale qingbai type of glaze. The inner surface and base remain unglazed revealing the pale creamy-coloured body.

Diameter 6.5 cm, height 3 cm. It is in fine condition with no restoration or repair.

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Large statue of the Taoist God of Wealth, Chao Kung Ming, in military garb, with a martial posture,sitting on a throne surmounting clouds, his right foot resting on his tiger. Votive box at the back. Wood, with traces of the original lacquering and gilding. China, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Height: 36 cm. Traces of an old burn (altar candle probably as sometimes happens) left hand missing, otherwise good condition. NOTE: Marshal Chao Kung Ming, also known as the Marshal of the Dark Altar and th...

Refined Meiji-Era Two-Panel Silver Leaf Screen

A refined two-panel folding screen from the Meiji era (1868–1912), crafted with silver leaf in a clean, understated gradient. Its soft tonal shift from silver to warm beige exudes quiet elegance, making it ideal for both traditional and modern interiors. The screen remains in good condition with light aging and subtle texture.
Please see photos for condition and surface.

Size H 155cm x W 143 cm ( 61x 56.2cinch )
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Exquisite Samurai Katana Stand with Makie Lacquer – Late Edo Period, 19th Century

A refined and elegant sword stand (katana kake) from the late Edo period, crafted with meticulous makie lacquer work. The shimmering black lacquer surface is adorned with detailed gold and silver makie depicting seasonal grasses, bellflowers, bush clover, and nanten berries—classic autumn motifs that evoke Japanese aesthetics and natural harmony. The reverse side features a simpler floral motif in go...

Deep dish, probably a ritual basin, made of hammered bronze. The wires are soldered and are also made of bronze. Decorated with lotus flowers and clouds. The enamels are in simple colors typical of this period. Traces of mercury gilding remain. The central part has lost almost all of its enamel. This dish, although very damaged, is very interesting because its poor condition allows us to conduct a very serious study of the technical construction of Chinese cloisonné enamels from the mid-16th ce...

A Satsuma bowl decorated with gold and polychrome enamels, featuring on the interior a procession with samurai and a daimyo on horseback. The exterior shows numerous figures walking. Signed Shoko Takebe, with the name “Thomas B. Blow” inscribed in katakana. Published in the volume “Selezione 2024”. Diameter: 11 cm Meiji period, circa 1900 Thomas B. Blow was an English merchant who lived in Japan. He supplied many collectors in Europe. His connection to Shoko Takebe is unknown, bu...

A Kyoto Satsuma vase with polychrome decoration on a cobalt blue ground, enriched with floral motifs in gold. One reserve depicts scenes of daily life with geishas in brightly colored kimonos, adorned with flowers and traditional patterns. The other reserve features a naturalistic scene with a rooster, a hen, and a butterfly in flight. Signed Kinkozan. Published in the volume “Selezione 2024”. Height: 32 cm Meiji period, circa 1880

A Satsuma Moonflask vase decorated with polychrome naturalistic motifs within two circular and convex reserves, depicting roosters, ducks, and various birds. On the reverse side, a pair of pheasants is shown beneath a blossoming cherry tree. The handles are shaped like karashishi and finished in gold. Signed Koshida and Zuizan. Published in the volume “Selezione 2024”. Dimensions: 18 × 24.5 × 8.5 cm Meiji period, circa 1900

Thai bronze head of the Buddha circa 16th to 17h CE. H: 17cm/6.8in and W: 11.5cm/4.2in. Provenance - ex. The Peter Elliott collection, sold by Mossgreen Auction, Australia September. 2015. Dimensions-H:17cm/6.8in and W:11.5cm/4.4in.

Golden Six-Panel Folding Screen with Pine Grove by a Stream

A vibrant six-panel folding screen from the late Edo period (mid-19th century), depicting a lush pine grove by a flowing river, set against a brilliant gold-leaf background. The dynamic composition, vivid cobalt blue water, and stylized rocks evoke early Rinpa influences. The screen blends decorative elegance with bold coloration, characteristic of late Edo aesthetics. Some wear is visible, particularly along the edges and fo...

An elegant set of five lotus leaf shaped Chataku Sencha Tea Cup Coasters of carved exotic wood, each leaf inlayed with a bead of glass simulating a single drop of dew. A frog surmounts the edge of each leaf, the tiny creatures each in a differing position. Each piece is signed on the base: Dainippon Shiki Kaibai, Kojin Obara Gyokko. They are 10.5 x 7 x 2 cm (4 x 3 x ¾ inches) and all are in excellent condition, enclosed in a compartmentalized wooden box. This artist is mentioned in the boo...