In glowing, lustrous cinnabar lacquer, this elegant temple table has two drawers, lacquered black within, that slide all the way through. They are decorated with raised  More »

In glowing, lustrous cinnabar lacquer, this elegant temple table has two drawers, lacquered black within, that slide all the way through. They are decorated with raised cloud-form plaques in all four fronts; this motif is repeated on the sides of the table. Fine carved diaper patterns adorn the sweeping legs and edges of the top. The piece measures approximately 35-3/4 inches by 23-1/4 inches by 29-3/4 inches high. There are few small flaws and those only minor. Japanese, Meiji Period.   « Less

In an unusually fine state of preservation, this finely detailed sculpture is in the Sino-Tibetan tradition, revealing the Buddha seated in meditation (dhyanasana) on a  More »

In an unusually fine state of preservation, this finely detailed sculpture is in the Sino-Tibetan tradition, revealing the Buddha seated in meditation (dhyanasana) on a double-lotus plinth with his hands in the dhyanamudra gesture and holding the image of a crenelated pagoda. In courtly attire, wholly covered in foliate scroll-work and having figures of the Buddha in the pose of teaching on the front as a pectoral and on the back two images of the Buddha with hands in the gesture of peace (ahhayamudra) and at the point of final entry into Nirvana (parinirvana.) Probably a Chinese statue manufactured in Yunnan or Sichuan Province, suggested by the style of the base, the symbolism depicted on the robes seem to indicate the piece was designed for import to the Lamaist Buddhist areas of Western Asia, Mongolia or possibly Tibet. It is highly unusual to find examples as intricately detailed and complete as this one, or ones that have not suffered over-cleaning and/or resurfacing. Chinese, late Sixteenth or early Seventeenth Century, the statue measures approximately 16-3/4 inches high by 11 inches wide by eight inches deep.   « Less

Chinese Jade Covered Vessel

Chinese Jade Covered Vessel   « Less

This is a delightful example of Japanese metalcraft, a finely detailed brush rest in the form of pine branches with three pinecones. An elegant display for a scholar's  More »

This is a delightful example of Japanese metalcraft, a finely detailed brush rest in the form of pine branches with three pinecones. An elegant display for a scholar's desk. Japanese, late Edo Period, around 1830. Approximately four inches by 1-3/4 inches by 1-1/2 tall.   « Less

This finely executed provincial Korean byobu (floor screen) has been professionally remounted in two parts. The tranquil scene of poets enjoying a tea ceremony surrounded by  More »

This finely executed provincial Korean byobu (floor screen) has been professionally remounted in two parts. The tranquil scene of poets enjoying a tea ceremony surrounded by attendants in a peaceful pavilion is executed in suitably muted tones highlighted by firm reds and subtle gilt details. Korea, Seventeenth/Eighteenth Century, Yi Dynasty, each of the two screens is approximately 37-1/2 inches high and 50 inches wide. (Please note: New, larger pictures have been added.)   « Less

This elegant tripod incense burner in fine Kutani porcelain is cylindrical in form and has cloud-form handles with detached rings. The straight-sided walls are reticulated  More »

This elegant tripod incense burner in fine Kutani porcelain is cylindrical in form and has cloud-form handles with detached rings. The straight-sided walls are reticulated to show the double-wall construction, both sides showing a fortuitous phoenix alighting on a fence. The top is a reticulated double dome. Brilliant glazes of rouge-de-fer, turquoise, blue and mustard are enhanced with fine gilding. Height is approximately four inches and full diameter about 4-1/2 inches. Excellent condition. Japan, late Nineteenth Century.   « Less

Shou Lao, the Daoist god of long life is portrayed in this elegant carving in fine gray-green jade. There is an expression of true joy and delight on his little face and his  More »

Shou Lao, the Daoist god of long life is portrayed in this elegant carving in fine gray-green jade. There is an expression of true joy and delight on his little face and his heavy earlobes and prominent belly speak of the promise of prosperity he can offer. Chinese, Eighteenth Century. About 3-1/2 inches tall by 2-1/4 inches wide by 1-1/2 inches deep   « Less

Chinese Reverse-Painted Glass Table Screen

Chinese Reverse-Painted Glass Table Screen   « Less

Extremely Rare Antique Japanese Tansu

Extremely Rare Antique Japanese Tansu   « Less

In beautifully mellowed rosewood, this Chinese kang table has elegant, flowing lines. It is in excellent condition and dates from around the end of the Eighteenth Century.  More »

In beautifully mellowed rosewood, this Chinese kang table has elegant, flowing lines. It is in excellent condition and dates from around the end of the Eighteenth Century. The top is approximately 17-3/4 inches by 31 inches and it is approximately 10-1/2 inches high.   « Less