The embroidery depicts a procession, likely a wedding one. The sumptuous garments, the profusion of jewelry, the standards, and the parasols should herald an imperial wedding. The quality of the weaving is superb; the stitches are tiny and astonishingly regular. This is an exceptionally excellent embroidery, created in one of the best weaving workshops in southern China. The vivid colors allow us to date the work to the second half of the 19th century, during the Cixi period. Good condition, pe...

Indian antique miniature painting of the goddess, Sarasvati (Saraswati). Here she is seen playing her veena (a stringed musical instrument). In her other hands are her rosary and a book. She drifts on the water of the Saraswati River seated on a giant lotus. Next to her swims her swan mount. Painted in gouache on paper.
Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of knowledge, education, learning, arts, speech, poetry, music, purification, language and culture. She is one of the 3 main goddesses,...

An early Imari ewer in with Celadon glaze. Barrel shaped with lobed sides and bamboo knot for spout. With lacquered Jidaibako for storage. Excellent condition as seen in the photos with only minor glaze fault to the underside. A similar example exhibited at the Kyushu Ceramic Museum in 2009.

Second half of 17th Century
Overall Height 22cm Dia. 14.5cm
Spout to Rear Handle 17cm

Rare Chinese Tang Dynasty Changsha Glazed Stoneware Ewer with Inscribed Poem

This rare stoneware ewer was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906) at the Changsha kilns, Hunan province, generally accepted to be the first kilns to produce underglaze polychrome decorated ceramics. The front of the body has been inscribed with a short poem in Chinese characters that we have not been able to translate although we believe one word refers to "no regrets". To the shoulder is a short facetted spo...

1970's Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Vase Immortal Mother of Goddess Party Marked

It is 24.5 (62.2 cm) tall by 9 inches (22.8 cm) wide. It is 12.5 lb.

It has minor surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Old Chinese Dark Cherry Amber Bakelite Faturan Carved Censer - Simichrome Tested

It is 8.6 inches (21.84 cm) tall by 7.5 inches (19 cm) wide and 5 inches (12.7 cm) thick all measured without stand. It is 10.5 inches (26.67 cm) tall measured with stand. It is 1256 gram measured without stand.

It has inclusions and surface wears and scratches. The wood carved stand has discoloration and stains (as seen in the photos).

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Rare Chinese Tang Dynasty Changsha Glazed Stoneware Bowl

This rare decorated glazed stoneware bowl was made during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618 - 906) at the Changsha kilns, Hunan province, generally accepted to be the first kilns to produce underglaze polychrome decorated ceramics. The attractive abstract design is in brown and green glazes that are finely-crackled. The glaze on the underside falls short of the foot, showing the pale stoneware body.

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Suiteki, a water dropper finely cast in bronze in the shape of a gourd, with a snake coiled on one side. Signed Masayuki. Period: Edo, 19th century Dimensions: 7 x 9 x 9 cm Condition: Excellent condition. Minor wear to the patina consistent with age.

The mount is made of iron chiseled with dragons among clouds, the details are in nunome zogan (damascened). It should be noted that the gold layer used is very thick, which is unusual. The overall quality is beautiful. The blade is heavy, 31mm wide and very thick, 8mm near the tip. It is deeply oxidized, scratched in places, but has not been repolished and retains its temper line. The fuse is signed on both sides. A specialist will easily be able to decipher all this and date the blade precise...

The very fine porcelain is covered with famille verte enamels. Decorated with palace scenes in storerooms. Beautiful workmanship. Silver mount. Protective box lined with silk and a very supple, fine leather, probably kid? This vase is certainly antique, 1900 or earlier. It does not appear to be a Chinese creation, nor Japanese either. It could be European, but the designs appear to have been traced by an Asian artist. Good condition. Mounts glued to plaster. Vase only: H 28cm Box: 34x18x17cm

Peaceful Life in a Japanese Countryside – Two-Panel Folding Screen

This two-panel folding screen presents a tranquil view of a rural Japanese village. Thatched-roof houses line winding paths, nestled among rice fields and trees. The artist’s delicate brushwork captures the harmony of everyday life in a natural setting. A serene and timeless depiction of community and landscape.

Size: W.163 x H.116 cm (64 x 45.5inch)
Period: Meiji (1868-1912)

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Willows and Birds by the Water – Edo Period Fusuma Panels

A serene set of four Edo-period fusuma panels, painted on gold leaf with a willow tree, flowing water, and birds in quiet motion. The refined composition, likely influenced by the Kano school, captures the peaceful rhythm of nature. A rare and graceful work of classical Japanese interior art.

Size: 200 x 141 cm (78.7 x 55.5inch)
(Each panel: 50 x 141 cm)
Period: Meiji (1868-1912)

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Serene Spring Blossoms Over Golden Waters – Six-Panel Folding Screen

This Japanese six-panel folding screen features magnolia and peonies blooming against a gold-leaf background. Delicate butterflies and a flowing stream add gentle movement to the composition. The work expresses the quiet beauty of spring through refined brushwork and balanced space.

Size: W.233 cm (91.7inch) H. 56cm (22inch)

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Ethnic sgraffito interjected with hidden characters representing the four principles of the Way of Tea and a bold red stamp reading Rikkyu decorate this deep bowl by Uchihori Akira enclosed in the original siged wooden box titled Fuzoku-mon Chawan. It is 11.5 cm (4-1/2 inches) diameter, 9 cm (3-1/2 inches) tall and in excellent condition, directly from the artist. The Way of Tea rests upon four spiritual pillars: Wa (Harmony), Kei (Respect), Sei (Purity), and Jaku (Tranquility). Articulated by ...

A set of five deep cylindrical cups by Nakane Gaku enclosed in the original signed compartmentalized wooden box titled Hibi-Kesho Yunomi. The artist is deeply influenced by the passage of time and the natural world. Inspired by the landscapes surrounding his country home, his art reflects the textures and colors of nature—worn surfaces of rocks, trees, and old tools, which embody the effects of time. His pieces, featuring intricate surfaces and beautiful cracks, evoke a sense of the ephemeral...

Framed traditional Indonesian artworks featuring a Wayang Kulit shadow puppet figure and a stylized Garuda emblem that was once part of a book. finely rendered on decorative panels with intricate border motifs. The right panel depicts a classic Javanese or Balinese noble character, likely drawn from Hindu epics such as the Mahabharata, painted in the elongated, stylized form associated with shadow puppetry. The left panel presents a detailed interpretation of Garuda, the mythical bird and nation...

This is an Archaic White Calcified Jade Pendant. It is modelled in openwork with a large Chilong detailed with a large triangular head, a robust body, four spread out legs and a large coiled tail. It is laying on top of a half of a bi-disk The pendant is calcified throughout with some dark spots on the bi-disk left bottom edge and the chilong's left leg. The back side with the details of an ancient jade bi-disk. Probably dating from the Han to Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644). Excellently pr...

A Very Fine Korean Iron Dark Brown Glazed Tea Bowl-14th / 15th C.: Korea, late Goryeo or early Joseon dynasty. Well balanced on a raised circular foot and with outward tapering wall rising to a gently curved rim, applied overall dark brown and red spots glazed including base, it bears rough sand grits on the foo rim. It is very good condition, it measures 14cm d. x 7.5cm h.