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A Japanese bronze dragon vase.Meiji period (1868-1912).
The vase on a slightly spreading foot, with bulbous body and flaring mouth rim. An elongated three-clawed dragon curling alongside the body[...]
Large Maravijaya Buddha, carved wood, wine-colored lacquer and gilding. Burma (Myanmar), Shan Princely States, Konbaung period (1752-1885)The Awakened One is represented in vajrasana on his double sty[...]
Netsuke in tinted ivory depicting a mermaid struggling with an octopus among the sea waves. It is amusing to note that the fight is taking place around a bottle and a sake cup, indicating that the cre[...]
India, early 19th century or earlier, very old and superb bronze statue of the Hindu god Krishna depicted standing on a high square base, holding his flute in his hands. Very beautiful patina of use. [...]
Vase with a representation of a bear licking a treat held in its paw. The vase has no base - it may have been used as a lamp base. Japan, 19th century (?). Patinated bronze. Height: 24 cm Diameter: 14[...]
Bronze sculpture of Shakyamuni Buddha, depicting him in a seated position in dhyanasana, his right hand resting on his knees and holding a bowl, his left hand stretched forward, fingers pointing downw[...]
Nandi Cow In Carved And Lacquered Wood visibly antique and hand-carved from India. This wood carving has a wonderful patina due to age and has been hand-painted with a mix of bright white colors. Acco[...]
Japan, Meiji Era, Rare Bronze Skeleton Forming a Table Bell . A rare and unusual item designed for export in the Meiji Era in Japan: a table bell depicting a skeleton sitting cross-legged under a para[...]
An Indonesian fantasy animal carved from a single solid exotic wood with traces of polychrome and gilding, it depicts a kind of lion with sharp teeth and claws in a menacing manner. On the back the lo[...]
19th Century Asian Fantasy animal figure with deity carved from a single solid exotic wood with traces of polychrome, depicts the figure of a fantasy lion, a reclining guardian lion with sharp teeth a[...]
Divine couple Shiva and Parvati depicted seated before a flaming mandorla, in a position of royal relaxation, leaning on Nandi, the bull, and Dawon the lion, their respective vehicles. Black stone ste[...]
Obese, comfortably seated in lotus position, shaved head, long ears symbolizing wisdom, laughing out loud, this small statue made of Macassar ebony, with pretty fire veins, is the representation of th[...]
Beautiful and large carved angel in gilded wood, South India, Tamil Nadu state, 19th century. Presented standing on a base in the shape of a stylized lotus flower (lotiform base). Dynamic posture, pre[...]
A Japanese okimono (sculpture) in bronze depicting a dancer holding a fan, inspired by the Nihon Buyō classical dance tradition.
The long kimono and wide obi are adorned with floral motifs and featur[...]
Beautiful Asian architectural element in carved pine with a Foo dog decoration. It's difficult (for me) to give an origin or age, but it's at least 19th century. Some losses here and there, and previo[...]
Made of wood covered with polychromy, a mask from the traditional Japanese Nō theater (?). It represents a menacing male demon with a horn on the forehead. Japan, 19th century. Signature visible on th[...]
Copper dish covered with cellular enamel (cloisonné). The extremely intricate decoration depicts a pair of ryū dragons fighting. In Japan, the appearance of a dragon was considered a good omen, announ[...]
Circular dish in cloisonné enamel on copper decorated with a polychrome frieze, in the center on a black background: a bird of paradise (bird of good omen), the edges are brown. On the back, cloisonné[...]
Bronze horse or mule forming an incense burner, represented with its neck stretched, its head slightly turned to the left, its ears pricked, caparisoned, a large saddle cloth decorated with dragons, a[...]
Late 19th Century Miyao Eisuke Meiji Period Antique Japanese Miniature Gilt Bronze Okimono Figure of a Warrior. Height: 4.25in (11cm). Signed verso.Condition: Excellent for its age. Minimal rubbing to[...]
Japanese wooden mask from the Noh theater - JapanProbably dating back to the Meiji era, this small mask was not made to be worn (far too small). Small damage is clearly visible.Height 15.5cm
Large head (height 40) of Buddha in marble with traces of polychromy, half-closed eyes, surmounted by the Usnisha cranial protuberance, painted in black lacquer (wear). The base of the curly hairstyle[...]
Anabori netsuke in Hirado porcelain, depicting an ornate, half-open clam, revealing three figures and a staircase inside. This is probably the subject known as the "dream of the clams", that is to say[...]
Pair of Meiji period Japanese vases, cloisonné enamel with opaque and glittery reflections. Beautiful colors and great finesse of execution. Excellent condition. Height 21cm.
Amusing netsuke in black, red and brown lacquered wood depicting a basket of fish. Japan, 19th century. Good condition, patina of use on the layers of lacquer. Dimensions: Height: 3.8 cm Depth: 1.4 cm[...]
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[...]
Beautiful Japanese cloisonné vase from the late 19th/early 20th century. Please note: there are some minor damage and missing parts (see photos). Height: 30cm Diameter: 14cm
Okimono representing the turtle of longevity called Minogame or "straw-backed". Minogames are considered lucky creatures throughout East Asia. Their long filaments also evoke the beards of old wise me[...]
Large bronze Buddha in the Mon Dvaravati style, both hands in Jnama mudra, 19th century or earlier. Good overall condition with a single small crack on the sanghati. H 102 cm x W 37 cm x D 20 cm Heigh[...]
Antique reliquary stupa in gilded lacquered wood, Burma (Myanmar), late Konbaung period (1752-1885) Very good condition with rare signs of normal wear. Provenance: Estate of Claude de Marteau Sold wit[...]
Incense burner in the shape of a longevity peachBronze with reddish-brown patinaChina, Qing dynastycirca 1850-----L ~15 cmD ~12 cmH ~15 cm-----Beautiful traditional tripod incense burner in the shape [...]
Seated Buddha touching the earth in gilded bronze, Thailand, late 19th centuryBuddha - Zen - Thai decorationDimensions: 24 cm x 15 cm, height: 36 cmMaterial: Gilded bronze
Sculpture of a Chinese deity or dignitary, a sword in the back finely carved with a dragon's head with visible eyes connected to the belt. Long mustaches, open mouth with visible teeth (missing). A fl[...]
A finely cast bronze figure of Tara, seated in lalitasana (royal ease pose) atop a double-lotus base. The figure is adorned with detailed jewelry including a crown with central seated Buddha image, ci[...]
Chinese sculpture of a lion with a pearl - China, Shaanxi province, 19th centuryThis type of lion, most often in pairs, framed the doors of houses or temples. They had a protective and auspicious role[...]
These two cloisonné vases are beautifully made, unfortunately you will note that there is a significant dent on one of the two, various rubbing and pitting, verdigris and small black spots on the gilt[...]
LARGE VASE IN PATINATED BRONZE, VERY SCULPTED, MEÏJI PERIOD, JAPAN, 19TH CENTURY (1890) WITH DRAGON DECOR WITH A CHARACTER ON THE LID. THE VASE HAS A SIGNATURE (see photo). PLEASE NOTE: THE CHARACTER'[...]
Okimono Sculpture of a bronze mouse Japan 19th century MEIJI Represents a mouse holding a chestnut between its paws Very finely chiseled double patinated bronze Japanese work Mid 19th century Dimensio[...]
A superb large 19th century Chinese bronze censer, possibly earlier. Measures 23.5 cm high, 39 cm wide across handles, 32 cm diameter without handles, and weighs 5059 grams. Features three solid feet,[...]
Important and beautiful cloisonné vase, with rich enamel decoration of water lily leaves, work from 19th century China, this beautiful and "rare" vase is presented with a bronze mount, for the taste o[...]
India, 19th century, bronze statuette depicting Garuda. It is the vahana, or mount, of the Hindu god Vishnu, half man, half bird. He is also considered the king of birds because Garuda is a bird creat[...]
Votive sculpture of the monk disciple and worshipper Moggallana in lacquered and gilded wood, Burma (Myanmar), Kaunbong period (1752-1885), end of the 19th century. These sculptures were ordered from [...]
Refined ivory okimono depicting a fish seller with a goose at his feet. This signed image was made of walrus ivory during the Meiji period (1868-1912). An okimono is a Japanese ornament. The term is c[...]
Chinese equestrian statue painted in polychrome in the Tang Dynasty style. These terracotta statues were used as funerary objects in the 10th century, but they became popular in Europe as decorative o[...]
A late 19th century Chinese stamp carved in steatite. Old traces of use and patina. The seal is also fully engraved and has a text on it. 大地回春 披锦绣. It is a poetic expression celebrating the renewal an[...]
Ivory okimono depicting a street scene, a seated craftsman creating or repairing a shamisen resting on a stump; around him a teapot, an open book placed on a box, on the other side another box on whic[...]
Archaic style bronze vase from the Meiji period, late 19th century, Elegant bronze vase inspired by typical forms and ancient Chinese decoration with archaic spear-shaped motifs and animal head decora[...]
Circular dish in cloisonné enamel on copper, decorated with a polychrome frieze and in the center on a black background a bird of paradise (bird of good omen). On the back cloisonné in imitation of sc[...]
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