Japanese ceramic makozuke dish. Fan-shaped dish resting on three round feet. Decorated with a seated figure by a lake. Japan, probably 19th century. Length: 19.6 cm. Condition: cracked glaze, minor we[...]
Small bronze planter with dark brown patina, Japan, 19th century. Workshop mark to be identified on the reverse. Decoration imitating bamboo basketry. Good condition, old patina. All questions welcome[...]
A Japanese boxwood netsuke depicting a shishi (mythical lion-dog). The figurine is finely carved, with meticulous detail and a warm, natural patina. An oval cartouche bearing the signature 玉山 (Gyokuza[...]
An antique pair of Chinese vases dating from the late 19th century. Bronze models with a double patina. The upper part is decorated with phoenixes and scrolls. The vases measure 17.8 cm in height. In [...]
Here is a Canton porcelain plate decorated with flowers, birds, and butterflies, dating from the 19th century. The plate is in good overall condition, although there is some wear to the gilding around[...]
This 19th-century Chinese bronze box is beautifully cloisonné and bears a signature on the base. It is a large, finely crafted piece. We note some signs of wear consistent with age, a dent in one corn[...]
Rare wedding screen originating from Punjab, colonial period, circa 1880-1900. It has four panels, each measuring 176 cm x 63 cm x 4 cm, for a total length of 176 cm x 252 cm. The back bears the maker[...]
A very rare and magnificent decorative table windscreen or panel, hand-carved rosewood, China or Indochina, circa 1850-1900, 19th century. The base is decorated with a tree trunk on a rocky outcrop, b[...]
Patinated bronze okimono depicting a crab, Meiji period, 19th century, Japan.A highly realistic work representing a freshwater crab (?).Cartouche/seal on the “belly.”Probably Meiji period, 19th centur[...]
Canton porcelain vases were collected with fervor in the second half of the 19th century throughout the Western world, from the United States (where they are highly prized) to Russia. Produced in all [...]
Small lacquered wooden cabinet decorated with gold flowers
Three curved drawers on the front, surmounted by a cabinet with doors and two central drawers. A small retractable mirror rises from the dec[...]
Japan, Edo period, mid-19th century. Large porcelain vase with a flared neck, decorated in polychrome with a palace scene on one side and floral bouquets on the other. In perfect condition, on a circu[...]
This large, spectacular candy dish from the late 19th century is decorated with a dragon on the top and is beautifully crafted. Regarding its condition, please note some oxidation of the metal, signs [...]
Six 19th-century porcelain opium water pipe reservoirs with multiple decorations. Each has a Chinese mark underneath. In good condition, but will need cleaning. They are sold as is. I am selling the s[...]
A superb, generously sized box, ideally suited as a glove, scarf, or jewelry box. The cardboard box is covered in velvet and features beautiful antique Chinese embroidery on the lid. There are some sl[...]
CHINA: Qing Dynasty bracelet in chased silver, inlaid with coral beads and adorned with two partially enameled dragons facing each other and playing with a silver bead. 19th century, possibly earlier [...]
Large and wide 18-karat gold ring with a raised decoration of arabesque-shaped fillets, set in the center with a natural turquoise cabochon and set on the sides with four rubies. The setting is high a[...]
Pair of large armchairs with wide, horseshoe-shaped backs. Beautiful carvings on the backs (Far Eastern philosophers and floral motifs). Formerly lacquered in red, traces of which are visible undernea[...]
Two rosewood and mother-of-pearl inlaid scholar's trays with repoussé brass mounts. Beautifully decorated with palaces and flowers. They rest on small cabriole feet. Some mother-of-pearl and brass are[...]
A charming and exquisitely fine miniature depicting a Japanese junk, crafted from chased metal with gilt highlights, the work of meticulous craftsmanship. The junk is represented with a wealth of deta[...]
Object: Pair of Japanese vases. Material: Bronze with brown patina. Decoration: Motif of branches, mythical birds, phoenixes, and messengers of good tidings. Dimensions: 23 x 18 cm. Period: 19th centu[...]
Tripod porcelain incense burner with painted enamel decoration. 19th century work, most likely attributed to the Samson workshops. Japanese Kakiemon style decoration from the Edo period. Beautiful qua[...]
Rare Satsuma stoneware incense burner with painted and glazed decoration, marked on the reverse and attributed to the Kinkozan workshop, surmounted by the emblem of the Shimazu clan, Kyoto, late 19th/[...]
The sculpture depicts Guanyin (Sanskrit: Bodhisattva Avalokiteśvara). It is made of bronze, with traces of gilding. Guanyin is a bodhisattva embodying compassion; his name means "to observe sounds," t[...]
Hand-painted and gilded porcelain charger. The center features a cobalt-glazed floral and leaf design. Surrounding it are scenes of butterflies fluttering among chrysanthemums. Arita-Imari, Meiji peri[...]
Here is a Canton porcelain plate with a floral, bird, and butterfly decoration, dating from the 19th century. The plate is in good overall condition, with some loss of gilding around the rim and a few[...]
Hand-painted and gilded porcelain charger. At the center is a Japanese phoenix – Hōō, derived from the Chinese Fenghuang. It symbolizes virtue and charm; its appearance heralds the warmth of summer, a[...]
A large Cantonese porcelain dinner service from the second half of the 19th century, monogrammed with the initials "FC." This service was commissioned for a European aristocrat. The porcelain is decor[...]
Small erotic pocket-sized booklet, comprising eight hand-painted positions, two seal markings. Good overall condition. Japan, Meiji period, circa 1890.
A beautiful Chinese porcelain vase in blue on a white background. The decoration is known as the "Three Friends of Winter," featuring pine, bamboo, and plum blossoms. These three species are often gro[...]
Le Roy & Fils, Miniature Travel ClockLate 19th century. Height with handle raised/lowered: 6.5 cm / 8.5 cm. Restorations needed: Minor enamel chips, Signature on the dial almost erasedMissing bronze m[...]
This large war halberd originates from Indochina. It was collected in the 19th century by a French Officer. The shaft has been shortened for an exhibition, but since the cut is at an angle, it would b[...]
Important and attractive tripod incense burner decorated with fantastic animals, two relief cartouches decorated with masks and animals, openwork lid surmounted by a Foo dog (one foot missing), handle[...]
Mid-19th century woven square shawl with a creamy white reserve. Originating from India. In good overall condition, with a few holes visible when held up to the light. No shipping to India.
19th-century Asia: Bronze statue depicting a Chinese sage, likely a Taoist immortal, standing and wearing a long, flowing robe. The figure holds a pilgrim's staff in his left hand and extends his righ[...]
Japanese-inspired parasol, late 19th or early 20th century. Needs restoration. Length: 94 cm. Shipped via Colissimo with signature confirmation. Carefully packaged. Unless otherwise stated, items list[...]
Silk painting. Sino-French War. Qing Dynasty China. Watercolor on silk depicting an interesting historical event. It shows a battle between the French colonial army, composed of Foreign Legionnaires, [...]
Hindu defensive shield, late 19th century, probably from the Rajasthan region. It is mounted on a wrought iron frame, reinforced with deer hide and cloth. It is decorated with copper and brass.
A carved and lacquered wooden box with an integrated tray in the shape of two interlocking diamonds. The exterior of the box features geometric and traditional designs in gold makie lacquer on a black[...]
In keeping with the tradition of Hanami, this Sage Jubaku transport box with a handle on top and from the Edo period is composed of: - Transport box (h 31 cm, l 32 cm, w 19 cm) to be restored - Jubako[...]
This elegant incense burner is made from very fine quality, though its lid is unfortunately missing. Made from bronze, it rests on three feet shaped like elephant heads. The handles are partially open[...]
I am offering here a very beautiful cobalt blue vase on a white background depicting a lively scene of three scholars seated at a table, with a young woman beside them. A butterfly is depicted on the [...]
A set of three pieces of Japanese Satsuma-style ceramic, comprising a baluster vase, a globular vase, and a covered box. These pieces are richly decorated with figurative scenes, traditional Japanese [...]
Ivory netsuke depicting an Oni questioning the Okame mask he holds in his hand. Striking animal-skin loincloth with head and paws. Japan, Meiji period, signed under the foot (Shozan?). Height: 5.4 cm
Chinese embroidered silk panel, decorated with an elegant vertical garland of flowers enlivened by butterflies and finely executed foliage. On a luminous ivory silk background, the embroidery, created[...]
India ink and colors on laid paper. The artist has depicted one of the eight Taoist immortals, Li Tieguai (Li with the Iron Staff), standing and leaning on his crutch. Behind him, the magical gourd co[...]
I am offering two superb famille rose porcelain bowls. They are decorated with birds perched on a branch, whistling a poem in Chinese about spring and flowers. These bowls are complementary and extrem[...]
A very beautiful opium pipe made of wood inlaid with mother-of-pearl and silver. In very good condition! Superb craftsmanship! Signed. With a poem. Very decorative and functional with its bamboo mouth[...]
Pair of 19th-century Imari porcelain vases. Imari (Japanese port where the production of several ceramic centers was shipped to Europe). Vases in good condition, with beautiful red, blue, and white co[...]
Side table with two undulating tops decorated with Japanese-inspired reliefs of birds, flowers, and foliage. The larger lower top has chiseled bronze handles. The lacquered wood base is adorned with g[...]
This Nanking vase is beautifully crafted, featuring attractive relief decoration and a hallmark. It depicts scenes of jubilation, all finely executed. Regarding its condition, note a jump on the lizar[...]
Exclusive FABERGE silver gold mounted pink guilloche enamel,rose cut diamonds.Measures: 8,5/4,5cmCondition: Overall good,chip on the guilloche please refer to the photos.Marks: Faberge, A.H for Augus[...]
Meiji-period Kyoto Satsuma vase by the Kinkozan workshop, circa 1895, executed in a bold cobalt-blue ground with rich gilding and finely painted bird-and-blossom reserves. The colour pairing is classi[...]
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