This is a large 19th century minyao jar with a deep red glaze. Dating from the second half of the 19th century, it measures 14 1/4 inches high (36.2 cm)

This is a large 19th century minyao jar with a deep red glaze. Dating from the second half of the 19th century, it measures 14 1/4 inches high (36.2 cm)   « Less

Antique INTRICATE, CHINESE SOAPSTONE CARVING of Fou Dogs, from early 20th-Century. SIZE: 10.75" Long, 9.90" High, 2.5" Deep. Highly intricate and masterly craftsmanship--an  More »

Antique INTRICATE, CHINESE SOAPSTONE CARVING of Fou Dogs, from early 20th-Century. SIZE: 10.75" Long, 9.90" High, 2.5" Deep. Highly intricate and masterly craftsmanship--an extraordinary piece of Chinese soapstone carrving. The top Fou head acts as a cap or lid [please see images].   « Less

This is a nice pair of 19th century porcelain hat stands. Tongzhi mark and period. 14 inches high. Ask for more photos

This is a nice pair of 19th century porcelain hat stands. Tongzhi mark and period. 14 inches high. Ask for more photos   « Less

This is a 19th century Nepalese Ganesha. A good sculpture with nice movement and size. Measures 7 1/4 inches high (18cm). It has an old copper bottom plate which is a later  More »

This is a 19th century Nepalese Ganesha. A good sculpture with nice movement and size. Measures 7 1/4 inches high (18cm). It has an old copper bottom plate which is a later addition. Please feel free to ask for more photos   « Less

This is a unique temple cornice from Anhui province, China. It depicts a scholar and two attendants with a large fan. It dates from the Ming Dynasty (14th - 17th century). It  More »

This is a unique temple cornice from Anhui province, China. It depicts a scholar and two attendants with a large fan. It dates from the Ming Dynasty (14th - 17th century). It is carved fully on both sides and was meant to be seen from below. It is on a basic black wood stand. Measures 28 x 17 x 4 1/2 inches (71 x 43 x 12cm) On the stand it measures 32 x 20 x 5 inches, (81 x 51 x 13cm). The attendant on the front has a replaced face and the staff on the rear has a replaced section of the shaft. Smaller imperfections do to age throughout. Please ask for more photos.   « Less

Circa 1850-1875 Japanese Meiji Period Mixed Metal Vase measuring 17 1/2" in height. The texture of this vase is just like the trunk of a tree and this is actually called  More »

Circa 1850-1875 Japanese Meiji Period Mixed Metal Vase measuring 17 1/2" in height. The texture of this vase is just like the trunk of a tree and this is actually called the Tree Bark Pattern and Design. I have been told this is Japanese Lacquer on top of Satsuma. The Cloisonne along with the mixed metals have been applied to is probably pottery, earthenware or porcelain. Cloisonne design of flowers,butterflies,birds are inlaid into the lacquering. It appears to be a hammered black rippled body embossed with a central tree bearing bark and orange flowers maybe mums with a black and orange bird (Oriole) nestled in between. JUST A REAL BLACK BEAUTY. I have been told that this pattern is very rarely seen and not too many people are knowledgeable(Including Myself)in regards to this piece. The minute I looked at it,I knew it was something that was quite unusual and a process that I had never seen. I feel that I have Priced it at a Very Reasonable Price.   « Less

Circa 1800 Chinese Export Blue Fitzhugh Hot Water Dish measuring 11" from handle to spout and 1 3/4" in depth. Nice Dark Blue Underglaze Color. Good Condition. No  More »

Circa 1800 Chinese Export Blue Fitzhugh Hot Water Dish measuring 11" from handle to spout and 1 3/4" in depth. Nice Dark Blue Underglaze Color. Good Condition. No chips, cracks or restoration. Fabulous Detail.   « Less

Kangxi Period Foo Dog (1662-1722) with jos stick. No Mark. Good Condition with appropriate wear for a foo dog that is over 275 years old. Measures 7 1/2" in Height, 3  More »

Kangxi Period Foo Dog (1662-1722) with jos stick. No Mark. Good Condition with appropriate wear for a foo dog that is over 275 years old. Measures 7 1/2" in Height, 3 1/4" in Width and 1 7/8" in Depth. All foo gogs are very collectible but finding one like this in the Chinese Taste and made in the Kangxi Period are Extremely Rare!!   « Less

Incredible Three Piece 18th Century Chinese Export Covered Bowl and Underplate from the Yongzheng Dynasty dating 1722-1735. We rarely find pieces predating Qianlong (Chien  More »

Incredible Three Piece 18th Century Chinese Export Covered Bowl and Underplate from the Yongzheng Dynasty dating 1722-1735. We rarely find pieces predating Qianlong (Chien Lung). The Condition is Excellent which is extremely rare to find in this remarkable item considering the age. The underplate is 6" in diameter and beside a few nibbles,frits on the edge the underneath, this piece is in perfect condition. Amazing the vine feet have never been broken. The entire piece front and back has been impressed to replicate a lily-pad or other leafs. The fluted edge is decorated in rouge-de-fer and a lime green. The center decoration is famille rose with two sepia or brown pomegranites with gilded speckles. The bowl itself is lotus is 4" in diameter by 2 1/2" tall. A lotus shape with applied flowers. The lip is scalloped and decorated to match the saucer and lid with the same rouge de fer and lime green border. Their is very little wear to the enamels or gilding. The enamels and gilding are Excellent. This is a truly a beautiful object. This period of chinese is very difficult to find or come by and one in this condition practically impossible. I guarantee this rare object to be authentic and absolutely not a reproduction. whoever purchases this object will be 100% Satisfied.   « Less

Kangxi Period (1662-1722) Pair of Seated Lion Foo Dogs measuring 8 1/4" in height. This is a pair of Foo Dogs that are the earliest foo dogs that we have ever had. They  More »

Kangxi Period (1662-1722) Pair of Seated Lion Foo Dogs measuring 8 1/4" in height. This is a pair of Foo Dogs that are the earliest foo dogs that we have ever had. They are absolutely exquisite. They were made in the far east, probably china and they are composed of pottery and not porcelain. These are just simply wonderful with such fine detailed form and beautiful enamel painting on a biscuit base. The aubergine,yellow and green colors are absolutely fabulous. These were purchased recently out of a New York Estate that had some of the finest chinese objects of art that I have had in many a year. The condition is good considering the age. Minor frits to the ears and some minor frits to the edges of the base.   « Less