An elegant Indonesian silver attar (perfume) bottle, late 19th–early 20th century. The lobed “labu” (gourd) form is accentuated with applied beaded ribs, rising to a decorated neck with rope-moulded c[...]
This beautiful and large round box is made of tortoiseshell, carved in high relief on the top and sides with a lively decoration of figures in a garden and house environment. The bottom is carved with[...]
Black lacquer box with inlays, 19th century, China or Indochina. Very pretty empty pocket box with very beautiful lacquer work with mother-of-pearl inlays highlighting the deep black of the lacquer by[...]
Cylindrical box in exotic wood with mother-of-pearl inlay. Restorations to be expected on the upper part of the lid which is split and has missing mother-of-pearl. The lid has been reinforced inside w[...]
Very large planter, in cast iron with Japanese lacquer applique decoration in relief, representing flowering branches, foliage and birds. It rests on a tripod base in carved and gilded wood from the N[...]
Japan, Meiji era (1868–1912).Carved wooden tonkotsu tobacco box, dark reddish-brown. High-relief decoration with a central flower (chrysanthemum/sun motif) framed by swirling scrolls suggesting waves[...]
We present for sale this very pretty mirror, hand-faced from China in double-sided polychrome porcelain and hard stones for the back of the mirror. Very good condition, probably from the 19th century.[...]
Elegant work from Indochina, late 19th and early 20th century. Superb circular box in dark rosewood, richly decorated with polychrome mother-of-pearl inlays. The lid features a central floral composit[...]
Superb antique tray resting on a base, made of dark wood and richly decorated with a very fine iridescent mother-of-pearl inlay. The sides feature large mother-of-pearl plaques finely engraved with li[...]
Elegant antique tray or stand in dark wood, finely decorated with mother-of-pearl inlays forming floral and geometric patterns. The sides feature refined ornaments of flowers, butterflies and foliage,[...]
Flowerpot made using the cloisonné enamel technique on a brass container. The intricate, hand-crafted decorations depict birds, flowers, and insects. Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912). Dimensions: 18 x [...]
Tebako wooden box covered with lacquer and gilding. The decorations on the lid, made in particular using the maki-e metal powder technique, represent fans with landscapes. Inside, a tray decorated wit[...]
This unique monumental baluster vase is decorated all around with Chinese-style cartouches. Floral motifs and figurative scenes characterize its Chinese-style appearance. The vase has a distinctive wo[...]
A shaped piece in blue-white porcelain that can be used as a bitong or brush rinser. Cobalt blue decorations on a white background depicting three scholars playing around a table.
Finely decorated Chinese porcelain ewer, mounted on a richly ornamented gilt bronze base. The porcelain body features a delicate gilt lattice pattern with hand-painted cartouches, illustrating traditi[...]
This box is Chinese, from the 19th century or maybe older. It is beautifully made. The enameling is very fine. Two screws are missing from the hinge and I would say that 3 other screws have been repla[...]
Black lacquer tea caddy decorated with scenes of figures in palace and pagoda landscapes. The scenes are interspersed with garlands of flowers, flower vases, butterflies and insects. The interior cont[...]
These vases painted with Canton enamels date from the 19th century. These colored enameled metal objects were intended for both the domestic and export markets. Their rich and varied decoration is mad[...]
China 19th century: Old ironwood stand carved from the mass The column is surrounded by dragons in lotus flowers, symbols of imperial power. Tripod base h109 x 46 x 46cm
Magnificent Chinese planter in painted enamels on copper. A few small losses, as is often the case with enamels of this period, but not on the main part. The decorations are very beautiful. Ideal for [...]
CHINA 19th CENTURY / LARGE LACQUERED WOODEN BOX WITH GILDED DECORATION OF FIGURES AND PAGODAS, STANDING ON FOUR GILDED WOODEN CLAW FEET, THE LID REVEALING COVERED BOXES AND RECTANGULAR CUPS DECORATED [...]
We note cracks on both pagodas, rubbing and scratches on the whole, missing parts on the base and a missing part on the top end, all of which is visible in the photos. The whole remains, however, in a[...]
Finely detailed portrait of a geisha, inlaid with ivory and mother-of-pearl, Meiji period, on a black lacquer ground. External dimensions of the frame: 27.5 × 22 cm. Some lifting of the lacquer (see r[...]
Antiques, curiosities Precious small flat brass box with two sides, opening by hinge at half height, entirely lacquered on a thick black background, with inlay of colored mother-of-pearl (abalone, aba[...]
Japanese Cast-Iron Ikebana Vase – Meiji Period (1868 – 1912)
An antique, round, cast-iron vase that flares elegantly toward the rim and features two loop handles for carrying or hanging.The vase has [...]
Chiseled and engraved plant decoration. Visible fire marks on both sides of the container. Good general condition. 19th century. Dimensions : 13.8 x 8 cm H: 5 cm
Japanese cloisonné enamel and silver vase, Meiji period (circa 1880) Elegant Japanese cloisonné enamel baluster vase with stylized decoration on an emerald green background, resting on a silver base a[...]
Pair of Asian wooden frames finely carved with figures and architectural elements, pagodas, temples in an interlacing of foliage. A signature on the back to be defined. Total dimensions: 25 X 19 X 3.5[...]
INRŌJapanEdo period (1603–1868)19th centuryLacquer, wood, mother-of-pearl, bone, glass, silkH: 6.4 cm; W: 5.3 cm(Previous damage)Box with four compartments in red and gold lacquered wood; decorated wi[...]
DUAN STONE INKSTONE, BY CHINESE ARTIST TAO SHAOYUAN (CHINE 1814-1865). THE OUTER BOX IS MADE OF IRON WOOD CARVED IN THE SHAPE OF A PUMPKIN. THE BACK OF THE STONE IS ENGRAVED WITH A POEM AND SEAL BY [...]
A rare and large kodansu in gold lacquer, executed in takamaki-e, hiramaki-e, and gold leaf, shaped as a traditional cottage and decorated with chrysanthemums. The front features seven drawers with si[...]
A bronze vase with mixed metal inlay applications, including silver, gilt bronze, and patinated bronze, featuring at its center an onagadori rooster perched on a blossoming plum (ume) branch.
The pie[...]
CHINA, Canton - 19th century Amazing butterfly-shaped sewing box in black and gold lacquered wood, inlaid with mother-of-pearl. It contains 5 small shaped boxes on the upper part and below, 3 more box[...]
Polychrome enameled porcelain planter, attributable to the Samson Manufacture (Paris), active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The object has a decoration inspired by oriental models (China [...]
Important baluster-shaped vase in boiled cardboard, covered with lacquer and mother-of-pearl inlay depicting birds on flowering branches, Asian art circa 1900. Some accidents.
Wooden brush holder covered with tortoiseshell, lacquer, and gilding. The hand-painted decoration depicts a tsuru crane, bamboo, and a small bird in flight. Rare technique of lacquer decoration on tor[...]
Wooden box covered with lacquer and cellular enamel (cloisonné). The enamel decoration represents a majestic dragon amidst clouds. Rare combination of the cloisonné technique with a wooden object cove[...]
Wooden fan box covered with lacquer. The hand-painted decoration depicts birds, butterflies, and plants. China, 19th century. Length 32 cm, width 6 cm, height 5 cm. Good condition, slight rubbing of t[...]
Large Japanese Folding Fan with Lacquered Bone Guards, Meiji-Taishō Period (ca. 1880–1920)
A beautifully preserved Japanese folding fan featuring a hand-painted double-sided paper leaf mounted on pie[...]
A superb pair of large Japanese Imari porcelain
jardinieres, Meiji period, circa 1880. Each vessel is robustly potted in an
elegant oval form and hand-painted in the traditional Imari palette of
un[...]
Japan 19th century: Meiji period (1868-1912) marquetry travel secretary. It opens onto a writing surface and numerous compartments for accessories, as well as a large storage compartment under the fol[...]
An unusual Japanese lacquer letter box (fubako), Edo period, first half of the 19th century or earlier. Of overlapping lid (kabusebuta) form and unusually decorated with thick white, red and black rai[...]
magnificent carved panel CHINA 19th century very finely carved and openwork wooden panel, with gilded decoration on a red background of a very lively scene of dignitaries in a palace, surrounded by tw[...]
Very nice box, rectangular format, in black lacquered wood. Mounts, spandrels of stylized shape and hinges in brass, formerly silvered. The wood strongly resembles Huanghuali, which would explain the [...]
Magnificent Asian fan in bird feathers with floral decoration and a peacock. Pictorial work of very good quality with great finesse in the details! In very good condition! Original old patina format o[...]
Pair of Chinese polychrome and gilded wooden panels, openwork carved motif. The octagonal central part has an embroidered fabric. 19th century Dimensions Width: 52 cm Height: 83 cm Depth: 4 cm
Rectangular tebako covered box made of maki-e lacquered bamboo decorated with a lake landscape with three boats, and Mount Fuji in the background. A removable rectangular tray inside. Some lacquer los[...]
JAPAN - Edo period (1603-1868) Rectangular kodansu box made of paulownia wood opening with a lid and a drawer on the front revealing lacquer tools. The lid is largely covered with a layer of colorful [...]
JAPAN - Meiji period (1868 - 1912). Large rectangular box, the lid decorated in maki-e lacquer with a scene depicting three samurai in the open air of a forest; a horseman and two warriors on foot hol[...]
Fan, the frame in gold lacquered wood on a black background to be decorated front and back with court scenes, the sheet painted in gouache, front and back with polychrome decorations of court scenes, [...]
Tray resting on four feet decorated with Greek friezes and branches. Origin: Tonkin, China, 19th century. In its original condition, with minor damage and missing parts. Height: 9.5 cm. Dimensions: 31[...]
Oblong Fubako box made of wood covered with lacquer and gilding. The main decorative motif is flying cranes. The appearance of a crane (Tsuru) in Japan means good news, the crane is a symbol of longev[...]
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