Lacquered and gilded wood sculpture representing Kannon, the Buddhist deity of compassion. Wood partly lacquered and gilded. Some losses and incidents related to its age. But this sculpture remains a [...]
Exceptional Japanese bronze bowl, late 17th–early 18th c. (Edo period), with original hand-riveted cartouches. Unique archaic construction: alternating mask faces (samurai in kabuto) and stylized sacr[...]
This item was
manufactured before 1947 and therefore complies with European Union regulations
on the trade in ivory.A finely hand-carved pair of religious figures in bone, depicting a male cleric an[...]
White marble Buddha. To be restored: see details. Traces of polychromy. Old work. Dirt... Burma, 19th century. Worldwide delivery. We are at your disposal for any request, please contact us by telepho[...]
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.
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.
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[...]
Peinture bouddhiste dit Thangka* tibétain représentant la divinité courroucée Makahala** à six bras et 3 yeux, debout sur un éléphant (symbolisant Ganesh) et entouré de flammes, d'époque XVIIIème si[...]
18th century Indian bronze ‘body mask’ worn during the bhûta ceremonies.
Bronze.
Karnataka (West India).
18th century.
h. 16,5 in. ; w. 21,6 in.
A 18th century bronze ceremonial bronze bhûta ch[...]
A genuine old example of a Shiva Ligham that has been used - NOT a cheap tourist souvenir.
Period - 17th/19th century
Measurement - Height 9.4 cm
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A green, yellow, brown and cream enamelled biscuit libation cup decorated with Taotie masks and prunus. Two chilongs, one green enamelled, the other aubergine in relief, climb up the handle.
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Statue in gilded lacquered wood, representing Guanyin seated in padmasama on a lotiform base. She is dressed in a long dress covering her shoulders, her hands in dhyana mudra resting on her legs. Heig[...]
A large Buddhist temple padlock with engraved decoration. Original key and in good working order.
Part of a large collection of Himalayan antiques that I will be selling in the coming weeks.
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Blue and white ceramic subject representing Lu Xing or Luk, God of prosperity, standing, holding a ruyi in his left hand. Note a missing part on the cap and cooking crack. China 18-19th century. Heigh[...]
A black stone figure of the Fluting Krishna - India, Orissa, 18th/19th century
Standing with his right leg crossed over his left, hands aloft as if holding a flute, wearing a gilt dhoti, the face wit[...]
Embossed work of a thick copper plate representing an Atlantean-type deity supporting an architectural element. This type of pattern is often present at the base of important statues or constructions [...]
18th century Japanese bronze incense pot, Edo period. Central body carved in relief with plants, flowers and birds. Handle with floral decoration Dimensions: Height 23 cm, width between the two handle[...]
A wooden panel carved in relief of a deity. Indian or Himalayan work. Certainly very old. On the reverse the wood has been heavily worm-eaten, however the whole is solid. 205x130mm
The incense burner consists of a thick and solid cup in cast bronze which rests on a tripod base also in bronze. The cover is in hammered and cut bronze, it is held by a hinge fixed by rivets. Islamic[...]
Embossed medallion in deep relief where Gautama Buddha stands out, his hands joined in dharmachakrâ mudra signifying the setting in motion of the wheel of the law. Copper plate where the gilding remai[...]
Flower medallion in carved teak, polychrome and original gilding, kingdom of Pagan, 18th century, Burma.
This medallion adorns the walls of a temple in Pagan, traces of wear due to time, see photos.
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Small Temple altar for Buddha (TERA) in the form of a teak wood bed covered with red lacquer, inlaid with silver glass mosaics.
This altar is located in the temple to receive offerings to Buddha (flo[...]
Large Temple altar for Buddha in teak wood covered with red and black lacquer, inlaid with small colored mirrors.
Trace of gullying on the teak, some lacks due to the wear of time, no restoration, or[...]
In dynamic position a banner in the right hand, and a jewel of immortality (?) Against his chest held in the left hand. Gold worn in places revealing red copper, some traces of green oxidation.
Very beautiful Butsudan in which have found a triad composed of Kannon - Seishi and Jizô in painted wood. In the center, dominating the scene, Shô-Kannon, Bodhisattva of Compassion, stands before a ma[...]
Polychrome lacquered wooden statue of Kôbô-daishi - Grand Master Providing the Law - is represented in the tradional iconography way: Kûkai is sitting, holding a rosary in his left hand and a five po[...]
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Plate with Masonic decoration, the central coat of arms is surrounded by the freemasons symbols: Square, level, perpendicular, compass, square and Bibl[...]
Subject: This male winged deity is in a posture that makes her think she is flying or dancing. The divinity is adorned with richly ornamented clothing, beautiful jewels (earrings, necklace, belt, etc.[...]
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