Japanese cloisonne enamel vase with chrysanthemums. Late Meiji to Taisho era, circa 1890 to 1920. Unsigned, but in the manner of Hayashi Kihyoe. Fine inlaid wirework at neck  More »

Japanese cloisonne enamel vase with chrysanthemums. Late Meiji to Taisho era, circa 1890 to 1920. Unsigned, but in the manner of Hayashi Kihyoe. Fine inlaid wirework at neck and base, which are edged in brass. Exquisitely detailed petals and leaves with fine color gradations. Dark cobalt blue ground with white, rust, orange, yellow, and mauve blossoms; foliage in shades of green edged in rust. Excellent condition. 14.5" high x 10" wide at shoulder x 5" wide at base. Original fabric padded wood shipping crate, 17.25" high x 11" square. This piece is on display in our gallery at Clock Tower Antiques Center and can be seen in-person by visiting 824 E Main Street Branford,CT 06405. For hours of operation visit: http://www.ClockTowerAntiquesCenter.com Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or appraised please go to our affiliate site www.OneofaKindAntiques.com and click the Archives / Homepage logo ***   « Less

Khmer, Pre-Angkor Bronze Vishnu, 8th/9th Century Height: 28 inches without tenon, 34 inches with high quality stand

Khmer, Pre-Angkor Bronze Vishnu, 8th/9th Century Height: 28 inches without tenon, 34 inches with high quality stand   « Less

Khmer Female Deity, Prei Kmeng Style, 7th Century Closing Sale Height: 31.75 cm without stand, 42.5 cm with high quality metal stand This stone pre-Angkor sculpture  More »

Khmer Female Deity, Prei Kmeng Style, 7th Century Closing Sale Height: 31.75 cm without stand, 42.5 cm with high quality metal stand This stone pre-Angkor sculpture is of a youthful goddess. Although some of the features of her face seem slightly exaggerated, they are very skillfully integrated into a harmonious relationship. The long almond-shaped eyes beneath the great arch of the full brow, the well-shaped fleshy lips and delicate nose combine to form an autocratic expression – dignified but authoritative. Her hair is arranged into a sloping mound of individual strands. These are carefully looped and fall down in three distinct tiers. The sections of hair crossing her forehead follow the Prei Kmeng styles as seen on the Lakshmi of Prasat Thleang. The style designation of this goddess, possibly Parvati, seems to indicate the late Prei Kmeng period, the third quarter of the seventh century.   « Less

Khmer Male Deity, Angkor Watt Style, 12th Century Height: 99 cm without stand Contact for more information.

Khmer Male Deity, Angkor Watt Style, 12th Century Height: 99 cm without stand Contact for more information.   « Less

Khmer Sandstone Bodhi Tree High Relief 10th Century, Koh Ker Style Height 50.3 cm Width 69 cm Depth 5.3 cm Condition: Very good, a few minor losses and some  More »

Khmer Sandstone Bodhi Tree High Relief 10th Century, Koh Ker Style Height 50.3 cm Width 69 cm Depth 5.3 cm Condition: Very good, a few minor losses and some deposits from burial This stunning semi-circular representation of the Bodhi Tree was formed with breathtaking attention to detail and refinement, the culmination of highly advanced technical skills and ingenious artistic abilities. The vertical plane of the relief is expressed through the tapered trunk of the tree, presented in high relief, which gracefully descends the length of this magnificent work of art. The expanses of its diminishing width and the lateral plane of this sculpture are accentuated by the incised motifs supporting the six symmetrically placed, undulant branches, which issue forth from the upright and centrally located element of this piece. The tips of the branches and the top of the tree appear to continue around the boulder, which imparts a soft, natural and three-dimensional quality. Densely populated and lightly textured foliage, with raised central ridge and sinuous elliptical tips, creates a rich contrast against the smooth poised branches. Emanating from the tender young stems, each verdant form dances upon the surface of this stone in the same way a leaf, dangling from outstretched limbs, flutters in the wind. All the major religions of India spread to Cambodia hundreds of years prior to the 10th century. Thus, the sculptors of the Khmer devarajas were obligated to follow rules, conventions and motifs originally devised in India that were just as syncretic as their religions. With that being said, this particular stele was created with three representations, of equal importance. The Bodhi Tree is symbolic of the Brahmanic Trimurti. Brahma is represented by the roots, Shiva the trunk and Vishnu the branches. All are equal within the Trimurti, no deity can take precedence over the other, and sometimes their functions are interchangeable (inspired by the syncretic religious practices). The Buddhist connotation of the Bodhi Tree is Prince Siddartha’s attainment of the Sambodhi, (“Full Enlightenment”), which is said to have occurred under such a tree. Indian and Buddhist legends refer to the sacred site of Bodh Gaya as the “vajrasana” (“the Diamond”/”Adamantine Seat”), the only place where all Buddhas, past, present and future did, do and will attain enlightenment. Additionally, historical Buddhist texts use the term Bodhimandda when referring to the site of enlightenment at Bodh Gaya and believe it to be the location that prevents the destruction of the worlds, indicating the end of the cosmic period. One of the most significant characteristics of Koh Ker art and architecture is the use of immense blocks of sandstone. The sculpture of this period is sometimes large in scale. In fact, most of the massive pieces housed in the Phnom Penh National Museum are in the Koh Ker style. Sculptures of this style are also imbued with movement and grandeur, rather than the anatomical accuracy and formality of subsequent and prior periods. Each of these traits is present in this important relief. This sculpture was originally purchased in the early 1970’s from a gallery in New York City.   « Less

Chinese Stamp Set, carved stamp & porcelain blue / white miniature covered ink holder. in textile red interior Chinese box. 3.5" x 1.5", excellent condition. direct  More »

Chinese Stamp Set, carved stamp & porcelain blue / white miniature covered ink holder. in textile red interior Chinese box. 3.5" x 1.5", excellent condition. direct purchase designeruniquefinds.com   « Less

Erotica carved ivory figures late 19th century signed In superb condition very nice scene's standing 6cm high very well signed

Erotica carved ivory figures late 19th century signed In superb condition very nice scene's standing 6cm high very well signed   « Less

A white porcelain Asian vase is decorated transferred incredible colorful Dragon , Asian Calligraphy design signature. excellent condition. 5" h. x 5" w. x 2.5" d. it has  More »

A white porcelain Asian vase is decorated transferred incredible colorful Dragon , Asian Calligraphy design signature. excellent condition. 5" h. x 5" w. x 2.5" d. it has gilt accent, hand painted with geometric design. black & red accent, with stunning glaze. direct purchase http://www.designeruniquefinds.com   « Less

Erotica figures oriental theme Superb condition length 4cm height 5.5cm width 2.5cm well signed fantastic carved item of beauty. phone 07505165843 on all questions  More »

Erotica figures oriental theme Superb condition length 4cm height 5.5cm width 2.5cm well signed fantastic carved item of beauty. phone 07505165843 on all questions concerning this listing also I post all items worldwide and arrange delivery to your door. Concerning payments I welcome the traditional way of paying also credit/debit cards, personel cheques bank transfers postal orders, and very last would be paypal   « Less

Meiji period Kutani porcelain jar for storing dry tea. The inner lid has a knob and fits inside the jar neck; the outer lid fits over the jar neck. The jar is predominately  More »

Meiji period Kutani porcelain jar for storing dry tea. The inner lid has a knob and fits inside the jar neck; the outer lid fits over the jar neck. The jar is predominately white and iron red with shades of pink, aqua, and taupe, and is lavishly embellished with gold. The inner lid has a chrysanthemum, plum blossoms, and clouds. The outer lid shows a tea ceremony. There is a band of flying cranes at the shoulder of the jar. All around the body of the jar are 11 medallions of various shapes with richly detailed scenes from Japanese fables. The jar is 14" tall, 11" wide, 5" wide at neck, and 5.5" wide at base. Perfect original condition. This item is on display in our gallery at Old Saybrook Antiques Center and can be seen in-person by visiting 756 Middlesex Tpke Old Saybrook, CT 06475. For hours of operation visit: http://www.OldSaybrookAntiques.com Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or appraised please go to our affiliate site www.OneofaKindAntiques.com and click the Archives / Homepage logo ***   « Less