Oil on hardboard depicting a street in Hanoi. Signed by the artist and dated 1986. 16 cm high x 20 cm wide without the frame, 23 x 25 cm with. From the private collection of a French agricultural engi[...]
A powerful bronze censer, decorated using inlay, engraving, and chasing techniques. Adorned with three dragons in relief supporting a balustraded shaft surmounted by an openwork crown. Japan, Meiji er[...]
Large silvered bronze kagami mirror. The reverse of the mirror is decorated with a convex relief depicting a pair of tsuru cranes, accompanied by a kame tortoise, a matsu pine, and a take bamboo. Tsur[...]
The statue is carved and painted wood, depicting a Bijin (beautiful woman) dressed in a richly decorated winter kimono. Her face and hands are painted white, as was the fashion during the Edo period; [...]
A pair of vases depicting birds and flowers, a classic Japanese kachō-ga composition. The bodies of the vases are made of bronze, and the decorations are achieved through engraving, chiseled appliqués[...]
Phurbu depicting Vajrakīla, a wrathful deity with three conjoined heads, surmounted by a stylized horse, Hayagriva, the embodiment of divine breath. The raised ventral face expresses transformative en[...]
Mythical animal carved in nephrite. Probably of Chinese origin. Age unknown. In very good condition, modern metal base. Animal size: 6.2 x 7.5 cm Size with base: 13 x 10 cm
A convex bronze vase, decorated using chasing and engraving techniques, with applied convex copper elements. The decoration depicts birds in flight and perched on the branches of flowering hydrangeas [...]
Pair of cloisonné enamel brush pots decorated on two sides with flowering trees. Made in the style of early Namikawa Yasuyuki pieces dating from the late 19th century. Height: 10 cm / Diameter: 7 cm. [...]
Delicate watercolor on paper of a typical rice paddy scene and a buffalo, Indochina period. Signed lower right, and dated 1936. Beautiful colors and in good condition. Dimensions 21 cm x 30 cm for the[...]
Portrait of a dignitary or emperor, early 20th-century Chinese print. Creases, tear in the paper at the top of the scroll, a second small tear on the left side, see photos. Print: 124 x 59 cm. Scroll:[...]
Pair of Chinese serpentine birds. A very beautiful early 20th-century duo, finely sculpted and chiseled. Each piece is crafted from a single block of wood. Free and insured shipping within mainland Fr[...]
Indian bronze pot with bovine motifs. Late 19th/early 20th century. Probably used for oils or condiments. Handles decorated with bovine motifs. Chiseling with alternating braided and patterned designs[...]
Vietnam, circa 1900, a very pretty pair of bronze vases decorated with birds and flowers in reserves on canted sides. The handles feature stylized dragons. A high-quality piece with unusual shapes. Ch[...]
Superb dish with a base inlaid with gold glitter, decorated with a dragon, very good condition, beautiful enameling on the back, original wall hanger from the Meiji period 1868-1912.
Splendid Japanese copper vase, decorated using the cloisonné enamel technique, resting on an openwork wooden base. Japan, Meiji era (1868-1912). Copper, cloisonné. Dimensions: height: 33 cm, diameter:[...]
Antique tripod incense burner with a relief decoration of a bird, flowers, and rabbit-shaped handles. The lid is engraved with friezes and surmounted by a pomegranate. Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912).[...]
Ivory netsuke depicting a pilgrim leaning on a long, gnarled staff and carrying a karako on his back. Delicate carving, signed under the base. Japan, Taisho period. Height: 5 cm. Awaiting Cités.
A rare and visually commanding Chinese temple sculpture dating from the mid-17th century, carved in the round and retaining its original polychrome surface. The figure, wearing a civil cap and long gi[...]
A pair of patinated bronze vases or planters, finely sculpted in relief.
The exterior features a bird motifs, while the interior bases are cast in bronze adorned with plants and flowers in a naturali[...]
Bronze Buddha head with a dark golden patinaOld Kingdom of SiamAyutthaya School14th-15th centuryThe Buddha's youthful face is characterized by great gentleness and an expression of inner peace. Delica[...]
Japanese cloisonné enamel vase – Decorative work of art. Created using a meticulous technique of separating colored areas with thin metal partitions, it features a remarkably rich and precise decorati[...]
Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke – Rotating Head with Double Expression Japan, Late Meiji/Early Taishō Period, circa 1880-1920 Description: Rare netsuke depicting a stooped old man, dressed in a flowing [...]
A figure of a musician in embossed and gilded copper plate representing one of the 1,000 musicians in the retinue of the Chinese Emperor Huangdi (known as the Yellow Emperor). Ming period.
Ivory netsuke depicting a fisherman bent under the weight of his net, which he carries on his back; he holds a basket in his left hand. Signed Shozan, Tokyo school, Taisho period, Japan. Height: 3.5 c[...]
Ink and watercolor on silk, titled "Trăng và Tre" ("The Moon and the Bamboo"). 42 × 30 cm unframed, 58 x 49 cm framed. Handwritten signature "Trần Duy 85" lower right, red stamp (artist's seal, "Hà Nộ[...]
Beautiful Chinese carved, lacquered, and gilded wooden panel from the 19th century. Please note: - The panel has been restored (the two panels that make it up have been reattached). - Wear to the gild[...]
Bronze BhaisajyaguruA Chinese bronze figure of the Medicine BuddhaCast seated in dhyanasana, , his left hand resting in his lap holding a medicine bowl20,5 cm high, 0,724 kg20th century religious art
Ivory netsuke depicting a street scene: a flower seller holding a child in her arms and a basket of flowers on a small stand. Light polychromy, signed under the base, Japan, Taisho period. Height: 5.2[...]
Beautiful ebony sculpture depicting an elephant attacked by two tigers. Indochinese work dating from 1900-1930. Fluid and high-quality workmanship. In good condition, complete, with some signs of wear[...]
An elegant pair of statues depicting a Chinese emperor and empress, finely carved from a hardstone imitating ivory. Each figure is richly detailed: expressive faces, imperial robes finely engraved wit[...]
I am offering here a superb and large Tibetan bronze mask representing a Buddhist deity, possibly Mahakala. The carving is exceptionally well executed with sumptuous details. Made to be placed at the [...]
Grey sandstone sculpture representing Witsanukam (avatar of Vishnu, architect god) in his form as dvarapala (temple guardian), Khmerizing Kingdom of Lopburi, 13th century. Photo of a model of the god [...]
Ivory netsuke depicting a scholar holding a dove in one hand and a feeding trough in the other; at his feet, another dove pecks at food and a small lantern. Signed under the base, Japan, Taisho period[...]
A Japanese photo album with a cover made of two black lacquered panels, decorated with a flowering tree branch and a bird on the front, and a branch and butterfly design on the back, bound in leather.[...]
I am pleased to present this superb bronze representation of a monk in deep meditation. The figure is exquisitely sculpted, and the facial expressions are incredibly lifelike. A beautiful patina cover[...]
Large bronze vase with a green patina and geometric silver inlays, a technique known as Zogan. Minimalist style, typical of modern Japanese metalwork. Engraved signature. A few minor scratches, but no[...]
An ivory netsuke depicting Gama Sennin, the famous legendary hermit associated with wisdom and longevity.
The figure is shown standing, with his left hand stroking his long beard, while his faithful [...]
An ivory netsuke depicting a woven basket containing two overlapping fish, rendered with naturalism and precision.
The rim of the basket is carved and engraved in a spiral pattern. On the reverse, th[...]
An ivory netsuke depicting a monkey crouching on a rock. The face, vivid and expressive, is inlaid with horn eyes.
The fur and limbs are finely carved with delicate lines and meticulous attention to [...]
China - Tang Dynasty (618-907) Large terracotta prancing horse, ochre and beige, with a chestnut mane, raising its right foreleg high, harnessed and ready to depart. Height 47.5 cm. Thermoluminescence[...]
China, 1960, in the style of Tang Dynasty (618-907) creations, a striking Chinese terracotta statue depicting a court lady commonly known as a "Fat Lady." Her body is concealed beneath a flowing garme[...]
Pair of Chinese cloisonné vases with stylized floral and foliage motifs.Polychrome enamel, predominantly blue, with a gold rim.Also enameled in turquoise on the inside and underside.Very good conditio[...]
Ivory netsuke depicting a geisha fanning herself with a fan, her kimono wide open to reveal her breasts. Delicate sculpture, lightly polychromed. Signed Tamayuki, Japan, Taisho period. Height: 5.5 cm.[...]
Beautiful Aftaba of North Indian or Kashmir origin from the 19th century in nickel silver or low-grade silver. Floral motifs of Mughal inspiration cover the entire Aftaba. Height of 23 cm.
Round box made using the cloisonné enamel technique on a brass container. The intricate hand-painted decorations depict various organic motifs. Japan, Meiji era (1868-1912). Brass, cloisonné. Dimensio[...]
Vase depicting a bear cub licking a treat held in its paw. The vase has no base – it could have been used as a lamp base. Japan, Meiji era (1868-1912). Patinated bronze. Height 24 cm, diameter 14 cm. [...]
Slender bronze vase with partially applied polychrome decoration of stems and arrow-shaped leaves. Signed on the base. Japan, Meiji era (1868-1912). Bronze, partially polychrome. Dimensions: 27 cm x 1[...]
Ivory netsuke depicting a man walking with a staff and carrying a child on his back. Delicate, very fine carving with a perfect polish, signed under the base. Japan, Taisho period. Height: 5.5 cm. Awa[...]
Votive stele depicting Akshobhya, theBuddha of the Pure Land Tibet18th centuryThe Buddha Akshobhya, represented here as the historical Buddha, is shown seated in the Vajraparyanka position on a base d[...]
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