Implicit manifestation of Vishnu with the bird, assimilated to Garuda, his vehicle, and his second avatar Kurma (the turtle). Interesting statuary representation probably from a village in the Karnata[...]
India, Tamil Nadu region, 17th-18th century, superb and unusual architectural element from a temple or residence belonging to upper castes. It is decorated with a Yali, an animal with a lion's body an[...]
Netsuke – Turtles by Komin. A group of 3 turtles, one forming the base, the other two climbing on each other. Each shell and other details are very finely carved. Very beautiful color of the wood and [...]
Netsuke – Kyogen mask representing a fox – Kitsune in carved wood. Represented with curved ears, deeply carved bulging eyes, a wide open muzzle revealing its very sharp teeth. Movable mouth. On the re[...]
Rare and unusual wooden netsuke depicting a dying man.The latter is represented standing, his legs slightly bent, his arms on either side of his pelvis in a vulnerable position. The most remarkable as[...]
Wooden netsuke depicting a blind masseur massaging a sumo wrestler.In Japan, a privileged profession for the blind was that of masseur, because they were considered to have a more developed sense of t[...]
A large imposing Anglo-Indian hardwood elephant inlaid with bone and ivory, circa late 19th early 20th century, the saddle cloth and headdress densely inlaid with scrolled foliage. This is an imposing[...]
Buddha in light and carved native wood.
Traces of polychromy.
Period: early 20th century
Height: 30 cm
good general state of conservation. Small natural crack and losses to the original polychromy[...]
China pair of wooden sculptures. Represents two Immortals and tigers. The two statues are pendants. The eyes are made of sulphides. Work from the end of the 19th century, beginning of the 20th century[...]
Wooden netsuke depicting the Japanese Shinto goddess of joy Okame.Okame is known in particular for having, through an erotic dance, helped the gods bring light back to earth by bringing Amateratsu (th[...]
Wooden netsuke depicting a Hannya mask.The latter is a female demon present in Japanese tales and theater. She is associated with jealousy, resentment and revenge.Japan, 19th century.Beautiful patina.[...]
House temple capital in carved and gilded wood, Burma 18th/19th century. The base has been carefully crafted in wood and black laminate, the edges are perfectly adjusted. Firm anchoring. Provenance: E[...]
Temple capital of a house in carved and gilded wood, Burma 18th/19th century. The base has been carefully crafted in wood and black laminate, the edges are perfectly adjusted. Firm anchoring. Provenan[...]
House temple capital in carved and gilded wood, Burma 18th/19th century. The base has been carefully crafted in wood and black laminate, the edges are perfectly adjusted. Firm anchoring. H Max 66 CM X[...]
Stained Ironwood Sculpture of Goddess Saraswati. Ironwood is very dense and hard. The Hindu goddess of knowledge and arts, especially music, Sarasvatī is originally the personification of the sacred r[...]
Seated Buddha Maravijaya. The posture and facial expression are perfectly mastered, the double base of the lotus throne is also particularly neat. Carved wood, black lacquer and gold gilding. In the s[...]
JAPAN - Meiji period (1868 - 1912). Polychrome carved wooden sign depicting a samurai kabuto decorated with a maetate centered on a dragon. The maetate broken and glued back together. Dimensions: 56 x[...]
Ritual horse, carved in wood, covered with lacquer and gilding. Its harness and eyes are enhanced with inclusions of polychrome natural mica. Burma, mid-20th century. Provenance: Estate of the collect[...]
Netsuke – Small and charming model representing a karako coming out of Hotei's treasure bag. Beautiful patina of the wood. Beautiful finesse of sculpture. Length: 3.6 cm x Height: 2.4 cm. Japan Edo (1[...]
Beautiful Burmese sculpture from the end of the 19th century, beginning of the 20th century. It represents 3 mythical demons and a warrior. Beautiful patina. Height excluding base 63cm, width 17cm, de[...]
Kagura mask (Kaguramen) is a mask used in Kagura, a traditional Japanese performing art. Kagura is a dance performed as part of Shinto rituals and festivals, expressing gratitude and prayers to the go[...]
Boxwood netsuke depicting a toad climbing a circular stone millstone. The toad's wrinkled skin is meticulously engraved to create a realistic appearance. The netsuke has a shiny patina with varying sh[...]
Boxwood netsuke depicting a seated monkey stopping a turtle with its right paw.
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 4 x 3.2 x 3.8 cm.
Condition: Excellent condition.
Wooden statue representing the Niō: Naraen Kengō. One of the two temple guardians, usually stands to the left of the entrance. Due to its size, this statue must have been at the entrance to a dojo bec[...]
Buddha made of polychrome wood with remains of gilding. Shakyamuni Buddha is seated in the lotus position, his hands arranged in the gesture of bhumisparsha or calling the earth to witness. The figure[...]
Important elephant stool, solid teak lacquered in white and gilded....wear, losses and restorations, beautiful old patina. Cartouches with ideograms..... China early 19th century, very decorative Very[...]
2 Statuettes of monksVIETNAM - 19th century2 Statuettes of Buddhist monks in gold lacquered wood, standing on a base in the shape of a double lotusAs is (Missing, accidents)Height 31 cm
Fragment of Hindu Temple India XIXth Very beautiful piece representing Krishna and a dancing divine cow 19th century work in carved and chiseled wood Black metal base later Free and insured shipping i[...]
The Buddha depicted in the manifestation of Jambupati. Seated in dhyanasana on a multi-level throne, dressed in his royal attire and adorned with jewels. His right hand in bhumisparsa mudra, his face [...]
Very fine example of the Buddha Shakyamuni in carved, lacquered and gilded wood. The folds and contours of his monastic robe are enhanced with glass beads. The Awakened One is seated in bhumisparsa-mu[...]
The standing Buddha, carved in solid wood on its lotus-shaped base, Burma, early Mandalay period, mid-19th century. The posture is natural, his serene face sketches a slight smile. The eyes are made o[...]
Khmer statue in ironwood, very dense and very massive, richly carved, Height 58 cm It is presented on a marble base, round with a diameter of 22 cm. Period late 19th/early 20t
Buddha in black lacquered wood, gilded with gold powder, The layer of urushi is very thick, despite the centuries it has remained intact, still adhering perfectly to the wood, it is worn, split but no[...]
Large wooden sculpture representing four waders disputing a fish. Sculpture of superb quality, very expressive showing the undeniable talent of certain Balinese sculptors. Carved in a blond and light [...]
Lovely carved wooden statuette from India dating from the beginning of the 20th century. Representing Lakshmi, goddess of fortune and prosperity, this sculpture reflects a work of fine folk art. India[...]
polychromed wooden statue representing a monk in prayer or meditation, Asir, late 19th century or very early 20th century. This statue is in good general condition but shows traces of wear, the polych[...]
The deity is presented standing with his hands together in a position of prayer. It is carved from a solid piece of wood, lacquered black and gilded with gold leaf. The crown and the jewels are made o[...]
Architectural portal sculpture made of solid teak with original green-turquoise coloring, India, last third of the 18th century.
As the name suggests, the object originates from an architectural el[...]
Boxwood netsuke depicting a character sitting on the shell of a giant hamaguri (Meretrix lusoria – oriental clam).
The representation alludes to a man involved in an erotic relationship from which [...]
Beautiful and large sculpture in lacquered and gilded wood representing Buddha Amida-Nyorai and dating from the Edo period (1603-1868) around 1750-1800. Buddha,in deep meditation, Buddha is seated in [...]
Superb wooden netsuke representing Gama Sennin holding his staff in his right hand, and his magic toad in his left hand.“The Hermit and the Toad” Gama sennin is the Japanese adaptation of “Liu Hai”, o[...]
China, 1930s, very pretty and unusual sculpture made from a large piece of bamboo representing a junk on which three characters, hats and all the accessories useful for the navigation of this boat are[...]
A beautiful pair of carved boxwood lions probably of Asian origin, but I am not sure....good condition..dimensions 13 cm long by 6 cm high...beautiful patina....For everything information 0778337598
Boxwood netsuke depicting a small mouse, finely carved, crouching over an aubergine. The horn eyes give the mouse a lively and slightly mischievous appearance. Himotoshi along the eggplant.
Period:[...]
Wooden netsuke katabori representing a Minogame turtle on a stylized water lily, symbol of longevity in Japan. Indeed, according to popular tradition, the growth growing behind this type of turtle is [...]
Wooden katabori netsuke representing Shoki crouching, his head under an Oni mask.
Japan, 19th century. Signed on the reverse Minkoku.
Dimensions:
Height: 3.5 cm
Width: 3.3 cm
Depth: 2.2 cm
Katabori netsuke in wood representing a toad.
Eyes inlaid in silver metal.
Japan, 19th century. Beautiful patina.
Dimensions: Height: 2.6 cm Width: 4 cm Depth: 3.6 cm
Wooden men netsuke representing a screaming mask.
Japan, 19th Century
Signed on the reverse Kizan Yukimitsu.
Beautiful patina.
Dimensions:
Height: 2 cm
Width: 4 cm
Depth: 5 cm
Wooden netsuke katabori representing the Taoist sennin Ryû Jo on a swan. According to legend, when her mother had sent her to get married, she rode on the back of a swan which had just descended from [...]
Mikazuki MASK from the Nō THEATER
Signed on the inside
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1945)
Wood and pigments
H. 21 cm, W 15 cm
A monoxyle wooden face mask, enhanced with polychrome pigments, repre[...]
Boxwood netsuke with three opposing Noh theater masks, including Okame, Usofuchi and an Oni.
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 3.7 x 3.7 x 2.4 cm.
Conservation status: Excellent condition
Okimono wooden sculpture of the goddess of good nature and eroticism Okame.
Signature engraved below Ozui.
Japan, Meiji era, 11 x 7 x 6.5 cm.
With its original box signed by the artist.
Pair of polychrome wood chinese statues.
This statues are theater dolls
Chinese work dorm the end of the 18th century/beginning of the 19th century
Dimensions 43 cm H x 20 cm W
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