Large pair of glazed turquoise ceramic Foo dogs. Very good condition. First half of the 20th century. Dimensions: H 40 cm, base: 14 x 9 and 9.5 cm. Foo dogs are not actually dogs but stylized lions. T[...]
Sculpture depicting a reclining female figure with a branch of flowers.Material: Lapis lazuli, carved from a single block.Base: Exotic wood, oval in shape.Description of the Subject: The figure repres[...]
Edo-era, articulated iron prawn, attributed to Muneaki.Iron.Kyoto.L. 20 cm (7,9 in).Ingenious movable sculptures of animals are the invention of Japanese metalsmiths trained in the manufacture of samu[...]
Two Oriental Women Figures in Pink Coral, carved from two pieces of pink coral of different sizes and workmanship. These are two women in long dresses standing on two oval wooden bases with horizontal[...]
Important group of finely carved white coral depicting a pine tree with several children and various animals. This exceptional piece is in beautiful overall condition, with minor chips, and rests on i[...]
RAJASTHAN - Elephant with a silver enameled howdah, adorned with small baroque beads, resting on a faceted base decorated with lotus leaves. Late 19th century. 6.5 x 7 cm. Some enamel loss. Free and i[...]
A Hirado porcelain netsuke, molded and partially glazed in blue, white, and brown, depicting a monkey dressed as a samba dancer, wearing the characteristic long headdress and holding a fan and bells, [...]
Important Balinese colored porcelain sculpture mounted as a lamp. The sculpture depicts the offering of a frangipani flower with white petals, a sacred and cultural symbol for the god Iswara. The scul[...]
Chinese porcelain incense holder sculpture, known as "white China," from the Dehua kilns, Kangxi period, 17th century. Depicts a male guardian lion or Foo dog seated on a large rectangular base. The g[...]
Red-tinted coral group depicting Shoulao standing with his peach of longevity and his staff of wisdom. Authenticated by the Portier firm (Paris). On its wooden base. Period: early 20th century. Height[...]
Beautiful carved sandstone temple plaque. Minor chips to the nose and mouth: see photos. Very heavy: approx. 70 kg. Height: 77 cm, Width: 55 cm, Depth: 21 cm. Secure delivery by carrier. Please feel f[...]
This sandstone temple fragment depicts a Surasundari, a celestial female figure emblematic of medieval North Indian sculpture. The young woman is shown in a tribhanga pose, with a pronounced hip sway [...]
Finely carved blood-red coral figurine depicting a kwanine holding a plum branch in her left hand and a long piece of cloth in her right. Mounted on a carved wooden base, numbered M886-21. In excellen[...]
A framed group of six original Japanese menuki (目貫), the metal ornaments traditionally mounted on the handle of a samurai sword. These Edo–Meiji (19th century) fittings are mounted on a wooden backing[...]
Finely carved red orange coral sculpture of a spring goddess and flowers, mounted on an openwork wooden base. Good overall condition, minor imperfections. Height with base: 24 cm. Height without base:[...]
Pair of Chinese porcelain Foo dogs. One is missing a tooth. Otherwise, there are two small chips in the porcelain and traces of an old label on one of them. Probably 19th or early 20th century. Proven[...]
Important and rare headless bodhisattva statue, depicted standing in a hieratic pose, carved from gray schist. Approximate dating: 6th century AD, Sui or Tang dynasty; this rather flat and elongated s[...]
Group of figures and animals hand-carved from white coral. It depicts two women in elegant dresses, one of whom is playing a stringed instrument. Next to them, a group of hares can be seen on branches[...]
Head of a steward in stucco, ancient region of Gandhara, 2/4th century AD.L 10.5 cm x D 10.5 cm x H 11.5 cmOn base Total H = 22.5 cmProvenance: Claude de MarteauSold with certificate of provenance.See[...]
Subject representing 2 monkeys on a flowered basin and birds of paradise in Chinese stone late 19th century height 14.5 cm wide 11 cm small loss on the left side Shipping costs parcel relay 6€ or by r[...]
Figure of a Worshipper or Disciple of the BuddhaNortheastern Myanmar18th–19th centuryThe face, of great gentleness, is characterized by a full and regular modeling. The broad forehead dominates the up[...]
A rare depiction of King Muchalinda curled up on its base adorned with stylized lotus petals, his hands clasped in anjali mudra holding the flaming jewel: The Cintamani, a legendary wish-fulfilling st[...]
Chinese lion sculptures, called "Fo dog" or guardian lions, are a symbol of wisdom and happiness in China and are believed to protect against evil spirits. China, 19th/20th century. Cast iron. Dimensi[...]
China, c. 1900. Glazed earthenware figure of a dignitary in a crouching pose with the right knee raised, left hand on the knee and right hand on the thigh. Elegant headdress and broad knotted belt. Un[...]
You will notice a beautiful work on this dragon, lacquer work, polychromy. It is probably 1900. We report wear of gilding, frictions and wear in various places, lack of rhinestones on the flanks and o[...]
Pair of small statuettes representing Fô dogs or incense holders in glazed sandstone, work from the 17th century, Ming. Pretty blue patina, with small accidents of use, charming objects.
Pair of polychrome enamelled stoneware Fo dogs, Ming, late 17th century. Very decorative, nevertheless some accidents and missing parts, nice objects, the price taking into account
She is depicted seated, wearing a long pleated dress and a pearl necklace. Her serene face shows a slight smile, her forehead is adorned with the urna and her earlobes are elongated. Her hair is gathe[...]
Basketwork mask, Indonesian work XX. The stylized elements are affixed to the basketwork. A chip on the nose. The basketwork border has some accidents which are visible in a photo. Period XX Delivery [...]
China, Jiaqing period (1796-1820) late 18th/early 19th century: a pair of Fô dogs forming candlesticks or incense holders, in biscuit and famille rose enamels, depicted seated on terraces. (cracks, sm[...]
Asia 20th century: Bronze sculpture with copper patina and traces of silver plating depicting a character playing the flute. On the back of a Zebu, the character detaches himself from his mount. Black[...]
Japanese golden carp in lacquered wood from the Zo Hiko house in Kyoto, Japan, 1920s. In Japan, the koi carp has multiple meanings. This emblematic fish represents bravery, perseverance, courage, and [...]
Ivory Okimono sculpture representing a character with a large traditional Chinese hat, playing the transverse flute, China, early 20th century. Height: 30.5 cm (11.81 inches), width: 8.5 cm (3.35 inch[...]
Head of a deity or dignitary of the Majapahit court, Sumatra, 13th/15th century. Made of tuff, a volcanic rock formed by the accumulation of ash and debris thrown up during eruptions. Although the Maj[...]
Female head, possibly a deity or dignitary of the Majapahit court, Sumatra, 13th/15th century. Made of tuff, a volcanic rock formed by the accumulation of ash and debris thrown up during eruptions. Al[...]
Male head in tuff, volcanic rock formed by the accumulation of ash and debris thrown up during eruptions, probably of Buddha since we notice the 3 folds on the neck (distinctive sign -lakshana- of Bud[...]
A silvered bronze study of a rooster with golden legs and beak, a red enamel crest, and glass eyes on a root base signed Yoshiaki zō (Made by Yoshiaki).Work published in the volume “Selezione 2023“.He[...]
Life-size stucco Buddha head, Siam, Ayutthaya Kingdom, 17th century. Numerous successive layers of gilding can be seen on the face as well as peeling. On the remains of the ushnisha, in the curls and [...]
Curious work of carving in a bamboo root playing with the small roots to shape the beard and hair of this laughing portrait of a Chinese sage. Antique work dating from the end of the 19th or beginning[...]
Beautiful funerary statue, standing figure representing a Semite holding a ewer in his hand, earthenware with lead glaze. China Sui dynasty (581-618) AD in good condition, Thermoluminescence test. Hei[...]
Beautiful funerary statue of a standing banner bearer or guardian in lead-glazed earthenware armor. China Sui Dynasty (581-618) AD in good condition, thermoluminescence test. Height: 38 cm
Beautiful funerary statue of a standing banner bearer or guardian in lead-glazed earthenware armor. China Sui Dynasty (581-618) AD in good condition, Thermoluminescence test. Height: 40 cm
Torso of VishnuCambodia, Pre-Khmer period, 7th century ADMaterialBeige sandstoneDimensionsHeight 67.5 cm (including base)Provenance- French private collection- Aguttes, Paris, October 24, 2016, lot 16[...]
Red coral statue "Geisha carrying a vase of flowers" half lying down, finely sculpted, pretty head. Part of a statue, missing the base, weight 216 grams, beautiful color.
In a seated position, here is a pair of Magots trembleuses in polychrome biscuit in neutral tones, for the woman it is the fan which is mobile and which moves, for the man it is the hand. Indeed, thes[...]
Rare Meiji period Kutani ware figural group of Gama Sennin and disciple with toad – Japan – c. 1880–1900A rare and striking Japanese figural group in Kutani ware (九谷焼), dating to the Meiji era (c. 188[...]
These two thin mother-of-pearl plates are entirely carved over their entire surface with a multitude of characters and animals. These small sculptures must illustrate a moment in the history of Vietna[...]
Iguana / lizard one-piece sculpture in a Tagua nut / corozo (vegetable ivory). Dimensions 5.8 cm x 3.7 cm / height 3.6 cm Excellent condition and very good quality, probably origin Japan. Price not ne[...]
Head of a character in stucco Mon Kingdom of Dvaravati (Nakhorn pathomVII th / VIII th century Former collection of Count De Chasseloup Laubas Without base H 18cm
Iguana / lizard one-piece sculpture in a Tagua / corozo nut (vegetable ivory). Dimensions 6.5 cm x 4 cm / height 3.5 cm Excellent condition and very good quality. Price not negotiable. Payment by chec[...]
Elegant copper alloy sculpture representing Indra seated in lalitasana (royal ease), king of the gods (Hinduism), Indo-European god of war and storm. In Buddhism, Indra (Śakra) is no longer a supreme [...]
Beautiful libation cup, with a small heel, oval in shape, with archaic handles sculpted with two stylized crickets. Beige jasper agate with blue and orange highlights. Light chips and marks of time, n[...]
Japanese-style copper metal plate representing a traditional Japanese theatrical face. Good condition with wear from use (rubbing) and crack at the mouth. Stigmata of the past. To be cleaned
Bodhisattva playing the zither (qin), Northern China, Guimet Museum, Paris.A cast realised at the shop of the Louvre Museum (1968).Material: composite: stone imitation on a resin base.Dimensions: L 26[...]
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