An imperial Chinese cloisonne water-pot on integral gilt bronze base, Qianlong mark and period. 6 cms diam. The last image shows an almost identical water-pot sold at Christie's Hong Kong, 27.11.2013, for HK$225,000, purchased originally from Spink in 1985.

Amusing ink seal (hanko) in the shape of a tripod toad carved in hardstone (such as nephrite or jadeite), Chinese scripture on one faces of the pedestal. This kind of creature are very appreciated in Asia, especially in Japan and China, from where it takes its origins. The tripod toad is thought to protect riches, to increase revenue, and to ward off bad luck. China, end of XIX th century Height: 5cm – length : 3 cm – width: 3 cm

Japanese antique rare boro noragi indigo dyed cotton with excellent long ,thick tattered patches and sashiko stitches Meiji (1868-1911) . This item can be worn and enjoyed. The repair thread is also attractive. You can enjoy both sides of this Noragi. Size: Length 93 cm (36.6 inches) / Shoulder width 61 cm (24.0inches)

This is a Japanese antique shibori & katazome cotton kimono. Indigo dyeing and Plant dyeing. To dye it black, you first dye it with a liquid made by boiling the nuts of trees such as tsurbami and yasya, then soak it in a liquid containing iron to develop the color. It is in good condition with no damage. Size: Length: 137cm (53.9") / Cuff to cuff, full back: 122cm (48")

Superb Samurai scroll painting by Kohaku with original box. Ca. 1935.Width: 13" x length: 50". Ask for shipping quote.

An interesting bronze sculpture of a seated mouse holding a small corn knob. Realistic treatment of the fur, eyes, hears nose and mouth, its tail is curving on the left side of the subject. Even though mice and rats have a bad reputation in the west it’s almost the contrary in Asia where they are thought to be good omen, granting good luck and prosperity. Foundry seal on the belly Japan – Meiji era (1868-1912) Length: 7 cm – Width: 5 cm – Height: 4.5 cm

Calligraphy paintbrush made of horsehair buffalo bone and red brownish hard stone. China – XX th century Length: 40 cm – diameter: 3.5 cm

Miniature tea house with a crane and bamboo motif in black and gold takamaki-e lacquer on a rankaku (eggshell inlay) base. It has several compartments and trays on the roof, walls and base. Walls opening in the center with a pewter clasp. Japan – Meiji era (1868-1912) Height: 13 cm – width: 14 cm – depth: 10 cm

This branch of red coral is polished and mounted on a globular and tripod traditionnal chinese vase called a ding, miniaturised and realised in bronze decorated with enamel using the cloisonné technique, representing a dragon and a flaming pearl. This decor is associated with a sacred essence giving the dragon his strength, but also implies wisdom. The dragon being associated with the emperor, a combination of these two symbols presents a discourse on the imperial power leading the co...

Carving of a wooden toad with eyes inlaid in hard stone. Its surface is carved with great precision in order to grant him a both smooth and grainy texture, it stands in an amusing pause and is almost smiling. The toad or frog (kaeru) is associated with good luck and wealth. Kaeru means both "toad" or "frog" and "coming home" in Japanese. This extension of meaning is due to the toad's ability to return each year to the pond of its birth. A gong in the shape of a toad can thus sometimes...

Ivory Netsuke of Okame Noh mask, signed Hikari (光) on the back. Okame, also known as Otakufu, is a popular figure in Japanese folklore. She is often depicted as a cheerful, jovial woman with a round, smiling face, plump cheeks and small, squinty eyes. Okame is considered a symbol of good fortune and happiness. She embodies femininity and fertility, bringing luck and prosperity to those who worship her. Japan, Hikari – Meiji era (1868-1912) Height: 0.4 in / 1.5 cm – width: 1.2 in...

Netsuke of a wooden toad with its throat swollen. Made entirely in boxwood, the skin is treated with detail, the naturalistic pause suggests that the toad is croaking, the smooth texture of the goiter contrasts with the uneven sensation on the rest of the skin. The facial expression is very amusing and mimics the one of a real toad. The toad or frog (kaeru) is associated with good luck and wealth. Kaeru means both "toad" or "frog" and "to come home" in Japanese. This extension of meanin...

Boxwood netsuke of a seated professional sneezer depicted as an old man with his right hand raised, holding an ivory stick to tickle himself. His head is slightly raised, his eyes practically closed and his mouth wide open, signs that he is about to sneeze. Himotôshi underneath, one hole larger than the other. Beside it, Ryûkei's signature (龍 珪) on an inlaid ivory insert. Japan, Ryûkei (龍珪) – Edo period (1603-1868) Height: 1.1 in / 2.8 cm – width: 1.6 in / 4 cm – depth: ...

An elegant and impressive charger of stoneware decorated in the mirror with a scale-like pattern in iron covered with a translucent ash glaze surrounding the centre, which is covered by a toned green glaze. The underside with the same semi-clear ash glaze. The shape of the charger is slightly convex. Fully marked in the bottom with the sign for Shimaoka Tatsuzo (1919–2007), the primary student among Hamada Shoji’s followers in Mashiko. No box. Japan, early 1970s (said to have been purchased ...

Fine Chinese Song / Jin Dynasty Painted Pottery Filial Piety Tile (Liu Mingda) with Oxford TL Test

This rare and interesting pottery tile comes from Shanxi province and was made in the 11th to 13th centuries during the Song Dynasty (AD 960 - 1279) or the Jin Dynasty (AD 1115 - 1234). It is made from quite a high-fired grey pottery that has been "cold painted" in various coloured pigments. The tile depicts, in high relief and fine detail, a scene from a story of the paragons of filial piety, ...

Ming jar with blue underglaze chrysanthemum no damage but there are firing flaws in the glaze- please see enlargements. This was fired in Guangdong Province - locally, this type is referred to as a “gunpowder” jar although, I don’t know if this was it what it was really used for. H: 13.5cm/5.2in and D: 17.cm/6.8 in.

Antique Chinese Porcelain Purple Flambe Vase. Deep red undertones with purple glazing down from the stem down to the base.

Age: Late 19th Century

5 1/3" wide 7" high

Showa Period Plum Blossoms Fusuma

This exquisite 6-panel fusuma screen, hailing from the Showa period, captures the serene beauty of Japan's beloved plum blossoms. Each panel is meticulously crafted with high-quality Japanese paper, providing a delicate backdrop for the elegantly hand-painted plum tree that spans across the panels. The artwork vividly portrays the fleeting beauty of early spring, where plum blossoms emerge in a burst of life against tranquil landscapes.
The fusuma...