Anthropomorphic mask with an angry or grimacing face - Nepal, 19th-early 20th centuryThis mask is carved from a natural form of wood, probably a root. Perhaps in order to materialize the spirit that l[...]
Anthropomorphic mask with a grimacing face - Nepal, Arunachal Pradesh, 19th early 20th centuryThis mask appears to be carved from a natural form of wood that could be a root or a knot. This is a techn[...]
Period - 19th century Condition - Good condition Measurement - Height 7.8 cm SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITYIt is possible to pay in installments.On parle français. Wij spreken NederlandsIf yo[...]
Period - 19th Century Condition - Surface rubbed. Rim edge tiny flaws - see close-up photo. Measurement - Height 7.2 cm. SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITYIt is possible to pay in installments.On[...]
Superb and elegant solid silver cane knob. Indochinese work from the end of the 19th century, this cane knob is decorated on the upper and lower part with a floral and writing decoration and a geometr[...]
A Japanese Silver-Mounted Smoking SetMeiji Period (1868–1912)An elegant and finely crafted Japanese smoking set comprising four elements:A rectangular tray, made of papier-mâché with silver mounts, fe[...]
These two ancient Burmese puppets, each with a wooden frame, are dressed in princely costumes richly adorned with sequins and embroidery. They rest on a base that keeps them upright. They still have t[...]
We present this framed and richly decorated tanka from Tibet, probably from the 19th century. These tankas are elaborate works for meditation and related to the religion and beliefs of the Tibetan peo[...]
RARE SCALE WITH FLAIL AND TO SUSPEND FOR PRECIOUS STONES FROM THE 19TH CENTURY OR WELL BEFORE (18TH OR BEFORE) ENTIRELY SCULPTED FROM SRI LANKA. THE CENTRAL COLUMN IN BONE IS SCULPTED WITH A DWARF OR [...]
Period - 19th century Condition - Good conditionMeasurement - Height 24.5cmPeriod - 19th century or earlierSOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITYIt is possible to pay in installments.On parle françai[...]
Antique 19th century Chinese white jade disc on its original carved wooden base. Qing period. In very good condition. Jade diameter: 5.5 cm, height on base: 9 cm.
These finely carved and perfectly fitting bamboo (one in brass) containers were intended to contain lime powder for the preparation and chewing of betel quid. Betel chewing was an important and widesp[...]
Round cricket box in polychrome Chinese porcelain decorated with various characters: servants in procession surrounding a man mounted on a dragon or fantastic animal, probably a representation of Lao-[...]
A rare Chinese saddle of the Yi minorities - China, circa 1900 The Yi minority is an ethnic group living mainly in China in the provinces of Yunnan, Guizhou and Sichuan. It is composed of smaller ethn[...]
Large hookah base in bidri - India, possibly Deccan, 18th-19th century Bidri is an Indian damascene technique that consists of damascene silver on a copper and zinc alloy. The silver damascene of flor[...]
Collection of seven ingots / Opium weights / Coins, Chinese or Vietnamese. Period - 19th century or earlier Condition - Good condition SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY
It is possible to pay[...]
Monk's Cane Horse head pommel in bronze and very dense teak wood, pagan province, early 19th century Burma. Perfect condition, very beautiful patina of use collected by me in 1990 in Burma height 110 [...]
An unusual carved wooden opium box, Afghan or nearby. Period - 19th century or earlier Condition - Good condition Measurement - Length 10 cm SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY It is possible to [...]
Superb Chinese or Indochinese silver cane knob dating from the late 19th century.The two-part knob is very finely engraved and chiseled. The shaft features a matte background decoration of two dragons[...]
Asian Art: Charming opium pipe in low-grade silver. Fine filigree decoration on both sides of the pipe. Beautiful collector's item, can be cleaned for more shine (slight oxidation of the silver). In g[...]
Indonesia, Bali island, 19th century, important and very old betel nut grinder, complete with its "scabbard". The handle is nicely decorated with a bone sculpture representing a bird with a man's head[...]
Bamboo Basket (Hanakago) for Ikebana. Hanakago is a Japanese term meaning flower baskets. These are made using the Japanese bamboo weaving technique, which is a traditional art in itself. They are use[...]
Bird's Nest Basket (Hanakago) for Ikabana Hanakago is a Japanese term meaning flower baskets. These are made using the Japanese bamboo weaving technique, which is a traditional art in itself. They are[...]
Interesting and interesting demonstration box on the manufacture of cloisonné enamel vases from the 19th century. Truly unique object with this series of 8 vases showing the different stages of the ma[...]
Bear's head with open jaw showing fangs, this painted wooden mask gives us a good idea of the dangerousness of the animal. Mask from the middle mountains of Nepal used for village festivals. Beautiful[...]
Set of Four Chinese Zodiac Balls Very beautiful set in hard stones Representing the ox, the pig and two monkeys Some wear and small losses Silver metal setting Work late 19th early 20th Free and insur[...]
This 19th century cane has a richly decorated silver pommel, with floral and dragon decoration. The shaft is made of ironwood. Unidentified hallmark on the edge of the handle. Kanji symbol in the midd[...]
Pretty cane topped with an ivory knob representing 21 masks from the No. 1 theater. The hardwood shaft inlaid with mother-of-pearl has no missing parts. I have doubts about the origin: China, Indochin[...]
Japanese cigarette case in damascened metal (gold and silver inlays) in Nunome Zogan, signed Komai*, representing a wooded landscape with Mount Fuji, from the Meiji period (1868-1912) late 19th-early [...]
Bringing this Dokra tribal art into your home means discovering another culture, an original, ancient but still very much alive know-how: it is participating in the perpetuation of a traditional, fami[...]
Netsuke - Carved wooden drum Japanese urushi lacquer Grey-blue / silver background decorated with a small golden Japanese drum (Tsuzumi) and foliage. Himotoshi under the base Japan late Edo, 19th cent[...]
rare base of opium lamp in painted enameled copper Chinese work or rather Vietnamese from the end of the 19th century decoration of scrolls sold as is old patina shocks and lack of material 11cm at th[...]
opium smoking kit, pike holder or small spittoon China 19th century solid silver hallmark on the reverse decoration in light relief hammered and chiseled on the base of birds and foliage in good condi[...]
Beautiful opium pipe decorated with finely carved corozo seeds with grotesque faces and Buddha all along the tube, plating of various alloys on the bowl. Beautiful old patina, reinforcement at the lev[...]
An elegant antique Chinese Agate snuff bottle with silver mounts and moonstone cabochon stopper.
Period - 19th century
Condition - Good condition - minor faults to the underside.
Measureme[...]
Oh I think this spice box is from the 19th century... because the previous owners were also already centenarians... The photos clearly show the articulation of the thick lid, which hides the three spi[...]
Yak butter lamp engraved with floral motifs. The cup is slightly flared and pierced in its center, it is placed on a high foot with a leafy and stepped crown. An openwork ring connects these two parts[...]
Rare case, horn-shaped betel leaf holder, in solid silver from the 19th century, originally from Southeast Asia. It is in very good condition, with some minimal traces of time, almost nothing. Length:[...]
Large brass tray engraved with a burin and cut on the theme of luck and good fortune. Originally from China, this object has a large number of symbols and a very beautiful patina, from the end of the [...]
The traditional Chinese wedding basket is known by the Peranakans as Baku Sia or Sia-nah in Hokkien. "Bakul" means basket in Malay and "Siah" means auspiciousness in Hokkien. In Chinese culture, the e[...]
Travel kit including wooden chopsticks and a knife, horn (or wood) handle and steel blade, wooden and silver-plated metal case or scabbard, from Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) 19th century. This set [...]
An Indonesian engraved brass Kendi. Well cast and decorated with engraved floral scrolls. Java 19th/20th century.
Height: 16.4 cm (6 1/2").
Condition: Excellent.
See the Singapore Museum for a simi[...]
Four small wooden cups carved probably from walnut. They are equipped with small zinc cups. They were used for tasting alcohol. Origin China They are nicely carved with all different plants Height 3cm[...]
Cornac Hook or Ankhus South India, for the education and training of elephants. Beautiful wrought iron piece from South India late 19th century height 31 cm width 10 cm In good condition.
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Black lacquered wooden Whist marker with flower and bird decorations in gold lacquer, ivory markers with mother-of-pearl insect inlays and semi-precious stones in the Shibayama technique. Work from Ja[...]
This type of leather shoes sewn with pearls were worn by the Chinese living in Southeast Asia, particularly in Singapore. These Chinese immigrants for centuries are called the Baba Nyonya in China, th[...]
Netsuke representing a dog sitting on a hat and holding the rope of the latter in its mouth. The hat being placed on a Kappa, straw coat. Very beautiful patina of use.
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