Horn dispensers
like these were used during shamanic fire rituals. They were filled with
mustard seeds, which were thrown into the fire to release smoke that purified
the air of ghosts. They are of[...]
Rare Tibetan phurba from the 18th century or earlier. Depicting a three-headed Vajrakilaya. The details are very fine with superb chiseling. From a private collection.
Probably 16th centuryDimensions: 11 x 8 x 4 cmMaterial: Stone or similar material (to be determined)Elegant and mysterious Asian amulet depicting Buddha in a meditative posture. This piece is finely c[...]
Rare ritual plaque in repoussé copper, finely chiseled, representing a bodhisattva seated in meditation on a lotus throne, surrounded by two secondary figures, dragons, celestial clouds and auspicious[...]
The Hindu pantheon is my teeming world, where animals endowed with great powers and reason, and creatures sometimes closer to humans, meet. These subjects in carved wood and papier-mâché, enhanced wit[...]
Miniature Spirit House, Asian art, early 20th century, carved wood, small defects, maximum dimensions 38x65 cm, height 70 cm.www.oldpaintingsonline.com
Carved walnut representing a small Buddhist altar. Buddhist temple and small praying Buddha with his rosary inside. Total height 7 cm, height without the base 5 cm.
The copper is pushed extremely finely, worked in such a way to emphasize the eyebrows and the perimeter of the mouth with flamed rinceaux.The mask is surmounted by the third eye.Height of a face: 22.5[...]
Laughing Buddha in porcelain and polychrome enamels, depicting the Buddha Milefo accompanied by five children, represented seated, holding the rosary in his right hand, and the bag of riches in his le[...]
This elegant and refined Buddha in semi-precious exotic solid wood is remarkable for its grace and spiritual strength, a curiosity piece from India, well carved and of beautiful size, executed with ca[...]
The photos were taked outside in my garden, the main photo was taken with it pegged on my washing line therefore there are shadows and patches of sunlight.Some old repairs. it is faded as one would ex[...]
Large Old Indian Narrative Painting (Pabuji Ki Phad): 4'7" x 15'7" (137 x 460 cm), early/mid 20th c., paint on canvas. Pabuji Ki Phad is a religious scroll painting of folk deities, which is used for [...]
Mahakala Ritual Mask - Tibet or Mongolia, 19th Century. Mask made of papier-mâché and lacquered canvas with red and gold polychromy. The mask is surrounded by a crown with five citipati heads. Articul[...]
An unusual large carved black wood stand for a diety carved as Naga with seven heads.Period - 19th century Condition - Good condition Measurement - Height 51 cm SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY[...]
An antique Tibetan silver and turquoise Gau. Period - 19th century Condition - Good condition Measurement - Width 8.6 cm.SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITYIt is possible to pay in installments.On[...]
Compare with another plaque click here Copper alloy temple panel showing Virabhadra South India 19th century This beautiful plaque of the god Virabhadra shows a lot of attention to detail. It is of em[...]
An antique Tibetan Buddhist Tsa Tsa mould. Period - 19th century or earlier. Measurement - Mold area: 6.5cm x 5.2cm. SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITYIt is possible to pay in installments.On par[...]
Conch shell, called Dung dkar in Tibet, made of silver-plated metal, embossed copper, shell and turquoise, decorated with stylized floral motifs and auspicious Buddhist signs of good omen. A turquoise[...]
A carved ivory figure of Baby Bala Krishna, the crawling figure holding the pearl of wisdom or butter ball, remains of original polychrome and gilt decoration. Indian, 17th century. Period - 17th cent[...]
Gauri or Paravati - Goddess of love, fertility and sacrifice holds great significance especially during the famous Gangaur festival soon after Holi - the festival of colours celebrated with great enth[...]
Condition - Good condition Measurement - Height 11 cm SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITYIt is possible to pay in installments.On parle français. Wij spreken NederlandsIf you have any questions do[...]
A thangka depicting Yama Dharmaraja and his consort Chamunda - China, Tibet, 18th-19th century Thangka with rare iconography depicting Yama Dharmaraja with his consort Chamunda wearing an antelope ski[...]
Beautiful vintage Tibetan thangka entirely hand painted, with incredible details. Mounted on panel. Period - 20th century. Condition - Good condition Measurement - 64 x 49 cm
SOLD WITH A CERTIFIC[...]
A Puskola poth Ceylonese Buddhist sutra manuscript with traditionaly decorated painted wood covers.
PLEASE SCROLL DOWN FOR FURTHER INFORMATIONPeriod - 19th century or earlierCondition - Good condi[...]
39 double-sided leaves. Part of a private collection of Buddhist manuscripts that I have just acquired from the estate of a deceased collector in Cannes, on the French Riviera, in the south of France.[...]
Guang Yu, Zhang Fei, and Liu Bei. Watercolor. China, early 20th century.
Framed painting depicting three male figures, with text on the right side. The one reading, seated on a throne covered with a [...]
Large incense or perfume burner base representing Garuda, India, Orissa, late 19th century. Garuda is a Vedic deity and the king of birds in Hindu mythology. Mount of Vishnu, he is often depicted as a[...]
Tripod libation cup, in carved buffalo horn, handle in the shape of a dragon, body decorated with two chilongs (hornless dragons) and carved with stylized motifs (taotié*), from China, early 20th cent[...]
Shalabhanjika, woman or yakshi with a tree. Carved stone. Hindu school, 20th century.
In Indian art, salabhanjika or shalabhanjika refers, among other things, to the image of a woman or a yakshi (a k[...]
Burma.
Old Burmese temple offering box.
In red and gold lacquered wood decorated with cranes and clouds.
Elegant stupa shape.
Early 20th century.
Dimensions:
H: 43 cm.
Maximum diameter: 23 cm.
[...]
An old Tibetan Kangling of silver alloy with decorated copper ends it with a semi-precious stone.
Period - 20th century or earlier
Condition - Good condition
Measurement - Length 36 cm
[...]
Very beautiful set of four statuettes representing Buddhist altar dignitaries in polychrome wood... China...(YUNNAN...?) Period 18th century Used condition Dimensions: from 34cm to 19cm
The precious jewels, fragment in partially gilded repoussé, 18th/19th century, probably part of an important set inside a monastery. Three jewels symbolize the very foundation of Buddhism, namely the [...]
Antique Buddha from the 18th century in bronze. Of Thai or Laotian origin. The originally gilded patina has wear and an accident at the bottom left on the openwork base.
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A beautiful necklace-rosary, mounted of skillfully braided silk, gathering 18 large spherical bone beads, 2.2cm in diameter, sculpted and openwork, with a final bead decora[...]
This polychrome porcelain subject represents the Japanese goddess "Kannon" sitting on a lotus flower. She is the goddess of compassion and mercy holding in her hand the "sutra" scroll containing a tex[...]
Votive / libation spoon with a handle of native wood carved in imitation of the lignified bamboo culm. Embossed brass tip, coconut spoon set in brass, brass handle. Length 16.5 cm Excellent condition.[...]
A Vintage Indian Kavad, a narrative shrine from Rajasthan, handcrafted and hand painted in vibrant colours.
It gets its name from the Rajasthani word Kivad which means door.
The box resembles a [...]
A rare Nepalese Svarodaya Astrological Magic book.
It appears to be a mixture of astrological pañcaṅgam and other elements here might indicate that it is a svarodaya text. CLICK HERE for other ex[...]
Ghau portable temple or tantric travel temple, it presents Mahakala with four arms, each of them holding ritual instruments that perform the four positive Karmas; *Pacify illness, obstacles and troubl[...]
Tibet, 18th century, very pretty and unusual bronze Buddhist seal decorated in relief with one of the eight Buddhist symbols -- the Two Fishes --. The Buddhist Banner is visible around its body. Under[...]
Statue of Kannon, Guanyin or goddess of mercy. In enameled porcelain painted in gold. With relief enameling. Manufacture of SATSUMA from the end of the 19th century around 1900. Good general condition[...]
A temple Buddha...
Small in size...
In limestone or similar stone...
All carved in the mass...
He is represented in a lotus flower...
With a present in his joined hands...
With repaints painted [...]
DescriptionA Chinese Sancai porcelain glazed censer, Ming dinasty, 17th century DimensionsHxLxD 11,81in x 9,06in x 4,33inProvenancePrivate collectionConditionsShortages and defects. Restorations.
The deity is represented seated on a base made of lotus petals. The glory in the shape of a leaf is carved with stylized clouds. This is a classic representation of Buddha whose statuettes were create[...]
Oblong filigree silver amulet with five bails and a removable side stopper. The body is finely decorated using several goldsmithing techniques: twisted filigree, forming diagonal and arabesque pattern[...]
Beautiful Buddha in carved exotic wood. Work from Southeast Asia from the end of the 19th century or the beginning of the 20th century. Height: 28.5cm Length: 16cm
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