This exceptional five-panel inrō in black and gold lacquer is a refined testament to the art of maki-e from the late Edo period. Standing 6 cm tall, it features a continuous design of great narrative [...]
A Japanese cloisonné enamel dish on copper, blue ground, decorated with three birds, a butterfly, two peonies, and plum blossoms. It is in excellent condition, the colors are superb, and the design is[...]
Very beautiful 19th century Chinese fan, painted decoration of three figures seated in a landscape and drinking from a gourd, painted silk, black lacquered wood frame, in good used condition, some wea[...]
This 19th-century brush box is signed and carved from a single piece of wood. Regarding its condition, there is a small chip on the neck and some minor cracks in places. Our photos allow you to apprec[...]
A very pretty box (called a Chanab) made of blackened lacquered wood, diamond-shaped and richly decorated with gold. One side features traditional scenes with figures, while the other depicts a rich, [...]
Antique circular box made of exotic wood, richly decorated with polychrome mother-of-pearl inlays, a traditional Vietnamese craft. The finely executed decoration depicts symbolic floral and animal mot[...]
Lacquered wooden bowl decorated with stylized flowers and fans in various shades of gold powder on a black lacquer background. Red lacquered interior. With its lid, which also serves as a saucer. Good[...]
A lovely covered box from the Meiji era, made of Arita porcelain, decorated with a hotei figure with a fan or a laughing Buddha, symbolizing generosity, fortune, and abundance. This box, suitable for [...]
This large Meiji period (1868-1912) brush pot consists of a cylindrical section of fine wood, decorated with maki-e lacquer depicting wading birds and other birds in a wooded and leafy lakeside landsc[...]
Antique Japanese inrō in black lacquer, composed of several compartments. One side is decorated with a traditional Japanese landscape featuring a pavilion, mountains, and stylized vegetation, enhanced[...]
Pair of Chinese or Vietnamese carved, lacquered, and gilded wooden panels from a late 19th-century alcove wedding bed. These pair of panels are finely carved with scenes of palaces and courts, horseme[...]
Vietnam - Late 19th Century. Tea or opium tray in blackened wood with mother-of-pearl inlays depicting flowers, scrolls, and insects. Feet and corners reinforced with iron. 31 x 18 cm, height: 4 cm
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[...]
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[...]
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 [...]
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 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[...]
A cloisonné vase on a blue ground, decorated with a flower garden featuring peonies, chrysanthemums, and a maple tree. Fine silver wires precisely define the details, highlighting the elegance of the [...]
Polylobed bowl with floral plique-à-jour decoration. The bowl and saucer are also plique-à-jour. High quality of detail. Chinese work, late 19th/early 20th century. Bowl height: 6 cm. Saucer diameter:[...]
Pair of architectural columns in carved wood, India, 19th century. Architecture, haveli, pillars, Wabi-Sabi, Indian door, architectural door jambs forming columns.Indian workmanship, probably Rajastha[...]
A sculptural Japanese carved wooden tray dating from the Meiji period. The design consists of a large rectangular tray with a smaller raised oval tray above, connected by a carved handle formed as int[...]
A JAPANESE-STYLE BACCARAT CRYSTAL VASE FOR L'ESCALIER DE CRISTAL, CIRCA 1870. The flared neck features a wheel-cut decoration of stylized ears of wheat. It rests on a round base decorated with openwor[...]
THE CRYSTAL STAIRCASE attributed to, PROBABLY AFTER A MODEL BY ÉDOUARD LIÈVRE (1828-1886), a footed platform with Japonisme decoration, gilt bronze and polychrome cloisonné enamels, monogrammed 'HMR' [...]
Superb oval box decorated with lotus and peonies on an apple green background in Cantonese enamel; the reverse bears a workshop mark indicating superior quality. Chinese work from the Canton province,[...]
A George III style jardinière with a Chinese-style border above a side shelf adorned with carved corners and bands. It rests on cabriole legs. 19th century. Height: 70.5 cm, Width/Depth: 45.5 cm
A beautiful Chinese hardwood table screen, finely carved and adorned with mother-of-pearl inlays featuring floral and geometric motifs. The central scene, painted on paper, depicts the famous deities [...]
An antique signed Kinkozan Kyoto Satsuma bowl, circa 1880, demonstrating the workshop’s hallmark control. A deep cobalt-blue ground carries dense gilded foliage with crisp edges and steady, confident [...]
An elegant, lacquered Chinese tea caddy from the late 19th century.It is decorated on all sides with scenes of daily life depicting figures in natural settings.It rests on four gilt, claw-shaped feet.[...]
Small jardinier with a deep basin resting on tall ornamental feet. The surface is decorated with a deep relief depicting a mountain landscape. China, 19th century. Gilt bronze. Dimensions: length: 20 [...]
Large Antique Carved Cedar Pillar Column with Scroll Capital – Pakistan/India – Late 19th Century ArchitectureA substantial wooden support column, serving as a true pillar from a traditional home, sur[...]
The handle of this reading magnifying glass is superb, richly decorated in relief with beautiful volumes reminiscent of a Hindu temple facade featuring bas-relief dancers, accompanied by traditional m[...]
Chinese Export Box in Carved Ivory – China, Canton, mid-19th century. Important rectangular wooden box entirely covered with ivory plaques carved in low relief, made in Canton (Guangzhou) for the West[...]
A patinated bronze cachepot decorated with birds and branches, from Meiji period Japan (19th century), in good condition. Diameter at top: 25 cm; Height: 24 cm; Total width: 30 cm
Bronze Yatate (矢立), Japan, Edo period. A true writing instrument, its pipe-like shape combines a compartment for ink-soaked cotton and a brush holder in a single object. The bronze is of exceptional q[...]
This elegant 19th-century Anglo-Indian writing desk is crafted from sandalwood, a beautiful, dense, reddish-brown wood highly prized by cabinetmakers in China and throughout Southeast Asia for its har[...]
Rare Japanese sake fountain, probably late 19th - early 20th century, made of wood and ceramic. A lovely piece in good condition. Height 33 cm. Width 21 cm. Depth 19 cm. Stoneware container: Height 16[...]
This large 19th-century jewelry box captivates with its refined decoration and exquisite craftsmanship. Made of deep black lacquered wood, it is adorned with delicate floral and avian scenes painted i[...]
Sorry, no export out of European Union.Small cylindrical box on three feet, in shape of hokai, made of ebony or black wood and inlaid with 15 delicately carved musical and theatrical instruments from [...]
An incense box (kōgō) made from a real shell, painted in gold on the inside with waka (和歌) inscriptions, likely of poetic or romantic character. The object recalls the shells used in the aristocratic [...]
A Japanese Satsuma kōro decorated with polychrome enamels and gold on an ivory-toned ground, depicting courtly scenes, signed Ryokuzan. On both sides, the body features court scenes with elegantly dre[...]
Refined
pair of urn-shaped vases, crafted using the cloisonné technique and finished in
polished brass. The vases feature a rare shape with a globular body, a ringed
foot, and a metal cap. Anthraci[...]
Octagonal tea caddy in black, red, and gold lacquer, decorated with scenes of daily life, pagodas, flowers, chimeras, and floral scrolls. The caddy rests on four claw feet. Late 19th century. Minor si[...]
Magnificent Asian-made tray in exotic wood inlaid with brass, decorated with a rooster, bird, and foliage, including bamboo. The solid wood is carved with handles of branches and depictions of a mouse[...]
Chinese Lacquer Tea Box Circa 1880 "Pretty tea box circa 1880 in black lacquer decorated with palace scenes in cartouches on all sides. It rests on four giltwood claw feet. Late 19th century Chinese w[...]
Elegant and refined, this antique Chinese stool, dating from the second half of the 19th century, is distinguished by its black lacquered wood frame richly adorned with hand-painted gold and red flora[...]
Japanese covered box in nielloed iron inlaid with gold and silver. Komai workshop, Kyoto, Japan. Meiji period (1868-1912). The lid is finely inlaid with a seated figure. Some wear necessitates minor r[...]
Pair of Indochinese ironwood side tables, finely carved with dragon decoration, in very good condition, circa 1880. Contact us for more information and delivery.
The Ornamental Bonsai: "The Carnelian and Agate Tree" (China, Late 19th - Early 20th Century) This decorative bonsai is a piece of Chinese craftsmanship, often referred to as a Hardstone Tree or "Trea[...]
Stone container used for mixing ink. Ink, or mò, has been used in China since ancient times for calligraphy and painting. Traditionally, stone ink is used, which, mixed with water, is ground in a spec[...]
Decorative ironwood panel with mother-of-pearl inlay depicting a pagoda or temple on a wooded island, figures in a boat in the foreground, others on a small path, and birds fluttering in the sky. Orig[...]
An ornate bronze planter in the Asian style, with feet shaped like elephant heads and a frieze depicting dragons around the rim. France? Late 19th century.Good condition.Dimensions:-height:7.08in,leng[...]
Charming small Indochinese side table with a molded top, shelf, and openwork stretcher. Ideal for displaying an art object, a houseplant, or as a small serving table, this small piece of furniture wit[...]
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