Very beautiful condiment box, picnic, India, In embossed and finely chiseled copper, Rich decoration of flowers and geometric decoration, Inside, there are boxes and a small tray closing everything, I[...]
Delicate 19th century Chinese silver opium tool holder, finely pierced and repoussé decorated with chrysanthemums, bamboo, and scrolling motifs. The front features the prominent Chinese character 福 (f[...]
A rare and finely crafted late Qing Dynasty Chinese silver chatelaine, complete with seven miniature opium-related tools. This ornate etui was designed to hang from a belt, serving both decorative and[...]
Very pretty opium chatelaine, unfortunately not complete. It is missing the upper chain and its attachment hook. What remains is very welcome, a double-sided plaque depicting a character, childlike or[...]
Java or Bali, Indonesia — Late 19th CenturyHand-carved leather, natural pigments, gilding, horn and wood rodsHeight: 50 - 47 cm (without rods)DescriptionA superb set of two traditional Indonesian Waya[...]
Scale model of "Rangkiang", or rice granary from the Minangkabau region, west of the island of Sumatra (Indonesia) - folk art (4) Cast chiseled brass - late 19th, early 20th century total height 32.5c[...]
A rare Chinese export silver snuff box in European style, finely engraved with scrolling foliage surrounding a blank central cartouche. Of rectangular form with rounded corners and a shaped thumbpiece[...]
Brush pot called Bitong China end of the 19th beginning of the 20th century Carved bamboo decorated with the 7 sages of the Bamboo forest Group having lived in the kingdom of Wei in North China in the[...]
Chinese porcelain snuffbox with a cylindrical shape and polychrome decoration of two figures in the countryside. Good condition, no cracks, little or no wear (see photos). Period: 19th century. Height[...]
Chinese porcelain snuffbox with cylindrical shape, with blue and white decoration of two figures in the countryside. Good condition, base of the heel very slightly blunt, no cracks (see photos). Perio[...]
Dayak Ancestor Figure 1800 Dayak ancestor figures, also known as hampatongs, are wooden sculptures representing ancestor spirits, often used to protect the community and homes. These figures, made mai[...]
A superb Japanese snuff bottle from the late 19th to early 20th century (Meiji period), executed in dense, polished hardwood and finely decorated in the manner of the Shibayama school. The bottle feat[...]
A finely carved and expressive wooden mask-style netsuke, depicting a grotesque theatrical or folkloric face — likely inspired by a Tengu or Kyōgen demon mask. This compact piece measures approximatel[...]
A rare and finely crafted 19th-century betel or tobacco box from Palembang, South Sumatra, measuring 10.5 cm in width. This elegant piece is made of silver-plated copper and features intricate hand-en[...]
India 19th century, lovely votive sculpture in the shape of a harnessed horse's head. In carved and engraved hardwood, it has a patina of use. It is a decorative element of a processional chariot used[...]
Rotating cigar holder, Japan, Meji era (1868-1912). 4 albumen prints, 11 x 5 cm format, of Japanese women. Circa 1870. By pressing the button on the top of the box, a mechanism makes the four albumen [...]
Crafted from carved wood, this owl-shaped form was covered with layers of damp paper, which dried and hardened into a hollow shell. Once dried, the paper-mâché owl was removed, painted, lacquered, and[...]
Origin: Nepal, Himalayan RegionPeriod: Late 19th to early 20th centuryMaterials: Carved hardwood, natural hide, vegetal fiber cord, pebblesDimensions: Max 68 cm. Max diameter 37 cmCondition: Age-consi[...]
Period - 19th century or earlier Measurement - Width 16.5cm SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITYIt is possible to pay in installments.On parle français. Wij spreken NederlandsIf you have any questi[...]
Mahout Hook or Ankhus from South India, for the education and training of elephants. Openwork handle containing bells. The hook is chiseled. Beautiful wrought iron piece from South India, late 19th ce[...]
Chinese rectangular cinnabar leather cushion, Qing era, 19th centuryElegant rectangular Chinese cinnabar leather cushion, finely decorated with gold lacquer on a bright red background, typical of the [...]
A large scale and two grain measuring sticks - Nepal, 19th early 20th century Scale with wooden shaft and bronze ends with steel hook. Two engraved wooden grain measures. Length 124cm 122cm 115cm
19th Century Moorish taste Brass Brazier standing on tripod base featuring a central turned brass shaft, three cast brass feet at the base, a threaded pin joins the brazier container made of pierced[...]
Beautiful polychrome wooden mortar from the 19th century or earlier. I have no certainty about the precise origin of this object but I see it as Indian or Nepalese. Note: The presence of an old restor[...]
Beautiful 19th century Indian puppet with a carved and painted wooden head. Here the puppet is a man dressed in his original clothes. Please note: - The left forearm is missing. - The embroidered apr[...]
19th century circa 1850 CHINA Shoe called JIAN LIAN, made for high society women with famous bound feet Pointed shape at the front, fine embroidery with decoration of riders, flowers in polychrome sil[...]
An antique Chinese export lacquer chess and backgammon board with hand painted gilt decoration. Period - 19th Century Measurement - closed 42.5 cm x 21.5 cm x 7.5 cm.cm SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTH[...]
A good quality antique Chinese walking stick with a finely engraved solid silver handle and ebony shaft. Period - 19th century Condition - Good condition Measurement - Height 89 cm SOLD WITH A CERTIFI[...]
A good quality antique Chinese walking stick with a finely engraved solid silver handle. Period - 19th century Condition - Good condition Measurement - Height 90 cm SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTI[...]
Very pretty basket, with 3 compartments, made of high quality basketwork. Used for gathering herbal medicine, it is worn on the stomach, like a bag with two straps. A rare item to find! Good condition[...]
The Dayak, the indigenous people of Borneo in Indonesia and Malaysia, have a rich tradition of shamanism. Their shamans, often called "belian" or "dukun," play a crucial role in healing, protection ri[...]
Ritual mortar with a singa head, a very recurrent symbol in the Batak culture, an indigenous ethnic group originating from North Sumatra, Indonesia. The singa head in Batak ritual objects symbolizes p[...]
Horn and silver pipe - Himalayas, Mongolia or Tibet, 19th centuryPipe made of Tibetan antelope horn with silver and copper elements. In good condition. Length 43cm
Silver Snuff Bottle - Tibet or Mongolia, 19th CenturySnuff bottle with animal decoration chiseled and embossed on both sides. The snuff bottle is richly decorated with red coral, turquoise and lapis l[...]
Pipe à opium en jade nephrite vert Circa 1900 Garniture en cuivre argenté au décor de bambous.Bouchon en jade vert Excellent étatDimensions 48 x 9 x 3 cm
Antique opium pipe bowl / water pipe. Origin China Indochina (Vietnam). Ovoid in shape and made from a stone reminiscent of jade. Period late 19th / early 20th. Copper frame with a movable handle held[...]
Period - 19th century Condition - very good. Measurement - Height 5cm / 1.97ins SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITYIt is possible to pay in installments.On parle français. Wij spreken NederlandsIf[...]
Important antique breastplate necklace in the shape of a pectoral, originating from Tibet or Ladakh. Very beautiful work of assembly of colors and semi-precious stones; Mixture of turquoise, coral bea[...]
Antropomorphic Mask with Goatee - Nepal, Middle HillsThe mask has a very pretty old brown and shiny patina as well as signs of use.This mask seems to be very old, probably 19th or early 20th century.F[...]
Mahout Hook or Ankhus South India, for the education and training of elephants. Beautiful wrought iron piece from South India, late 19th century. Height 38.5 cm, width 12.5 cm. In good condition, with[...]
Sold to restore, or to frame..Nice pair of Kakemonos, painting on paper and silk scroll, representing a European couple, dressed in traditional Japanese clothes, rich colors and details of the kimonos[...]
Martaban jars are common stoneware storage pots named after the Arabic pronunciation of the Burmese port on the gulf of Pegu through which many of these vessels were traded. During the Ming dynasty, t[...]
Here is a large lot of 118 tokens, including several models. In carved and engraved mother-of-pearl, it includes 90 fishes, 16 rounds and 12 rectangles. Different quality of engravings and shapes, som[...]
Small hookah base in bidri - India, possibly Deccan, 18th-19th century Bidri is an Indian damascene technique that involves damascene silver onto a copper and zinc alloy. Unfortunately, on this exampl[...]
JAPAN, 19th century Meiji era (1868 - 1912) Miniature palanquin called "norimono" Black lacquer with sliding door, copper alloy trim These miniature palanquin models were traditionally used during the[...]
Nepalese lute named SGRA SNYAM It is decorated with a Vyala head, beautiful patina of use Origin North Nepal 19th century early 20th century Length without base 55 cm Sold with base
Yangqin Chinese dulcimer (揚琴), also known as the butterfly harp. Made of wood, with bone parts, steel strings, and wood and bronze fittings. The lacquer-covered lid features a hand-painted image of th[...]
Antropomorphic mask with prominent cheekbones - Nepal, Gurung, Annapurna region, 19th early 20th centuryMask with prominent cheekbones, pinched mouth and visible teeth. Old honey and brown patina, shi[...]
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