Antiquities

Antique Thai wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Thailand, 19th Century Size: Height 24.9 C.M. / Width 19.5 C.M. Condition: N...

The jar features a balanced and robust form, typical of the Transitional period, which was a time of significant change and innovation in Chinese porcelain art. The decoration is exu...

This is an old Japanese wooden board. It is a single board with beautiful wood grain. I think this was probably used for the top of the work table. It was already in this state when...

Muromachi period old Joboji lacquered Kataguchi Choshi. There are very few extant items from this era, and they are very rare items. This item has weathered over time, and the coa...

This pottery has a bulbous body with two small, protruding handles near its widest part. The pottery features horizontal bands of patterns, which include a sequence of geometric shap...

A Yue celadon vessel from the Jin Dynasty period, notable for its characteristic greenish-glazed pottery which was prominent during this time. The vessel features a globular body wit...

Tai Lue Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Tai Lue is a tribal people living in Burma, it is difficult to find Buddha fro...

ITEM: Kylix MATERIAL: Pottery CULTURE: Greek, Apulian PERIOD: 4th Century B.C DIMENSIONS: 56 mm x 165 mm x 115 mm CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex Belgian private collection,...

Antique Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Burma, Shan Period, 18th Century Size: Height 44 C.M. / Width 17 C.M. / D...

ITEM: Scarab as a commemorative of Ramesses II or prenomen of Shoshenq III MATERIAL: Black steatite CULTURE: Egyptian PERIOD: New Kingdom to Third Intermediate Period, 1279 – 664 B.C...

This is a Japanese wooden bowl. It is a folk craft that was used in daily life. I don't know what kind of wood it's made of, but it's sturdy. Despite its size, it is made from a sing...

Boxwood netsuke depicting a snake coiled around itself. Signature engraved under the base. Origin: Japan Period: Meiji late 19th century. Dimensions: 4 x 3.5 x 2 cm. State of co...

Vung Tau Shipwreck Coralized Blue Underglazed Porcelain Lidded Vase. Almost perfectly Identical piece from Vietnamese Royal Family in United States provenance have been sold at other auction in California. This stunning porcelain lidded vase is elaborately decorated in a vivid blue underglaze with an ornate scene of concubines in a flower garden. The bottom of the vase bears a conch marking in underglazed blue, is a symbol of royalty, dignity and high rank, the 'Sacred Lungs of Buddha' and spiritual authority. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi reign Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Amsterdam Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau Ship Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogues 1) Christies Amsterdam 1992 - Vung Tau Cargo...

18th Century Chinese Censer CHINESE CENSER OF THE 18TH CENTURY ANCIENT CHINESE CENSER OF THE 18TH CENTURY WITH SEAL AND HANDWRITTEN INVENTORY NUM...

ITEM: Scarab with prenomen for Amenhotep II MATERIAL: Steatite CULTURE: Egyptian PERIOD: New Kingdom, XVIIIth Dynasty, 1143 – 1417 B.C DIMENSIONS: 15 mm x 11 mm CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex American egyptologist collection, active in the early part of the 20th century, brought to the US with the family in 1954. Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 4 to 6 weeks. Amenhotep II, the seventh pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty of ancient Egypt, ruled during the New Kingdom period around the 15th century BCE. Renowned for his military prowess, Amenhotep II expanded the Egyptian empire through numerous campaigns, solidifying control over territories in Nubia and the Levant. His expeditions into Syria and Canaan, notably the Battle of Megiddo, showcased his strategic acumen as he secured victories against local rebellions and coalitions, leaving behind inscriptions and reliefs that celebrated his triumphs. Beyond his military endeavors, Amenhotep II also left a mark through his architectural projects, albeit less pronounced compared to other pharaohs. He oversaw the construction of temples and monuments across Egypt, contributing to the cultural landscape of the time. Additionally, Amenhotep II was known for his personal interests in sports and physical activities, with depictions showcasing him engaging in hunting, chariot racing, and archery, reflecting the pursuits of Egyptian nobility and emphasizing the ideal of the warrior-king. While Amenhotep II's reign brought stability and prosperity to Egypt, his legacy is overshadowed by some of his predecessors and successors. Despite his military successes and contributions to Egyptian architecture, he is not as widely celebrated as figures like Thutmose III or Ramses II.

This is a Japanese wooden bowl. This is a set of 5 pieces. It is a folk craft that was used in daily life. I don't know what kind of wood it's made of, but it's sturdy. Since it is ...

This guardian figure represents a fusion of human and beast, a common motif symbolizing protection in Chinese lore. Crafted from pottery, the figure is a testament to the era's sculp...

Antique Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Mixed Metal Vases - Exquisite Meiji Period Artist Pieces! These stunning Japanese bronze mixed metal vases, dating back to the Meiji Period cir...

During Yongzheng era, such miniatures were appreciated for their craftsmanship and aesthetic value. They were also often used in scholars' studios as part of the 'wenfang', or study ...

Antique Laos bronze gong, a kind of Laos musical instrument which produces a loud and sonorous sound. Gong stick is included. Age: Laos, 19th Century Size of gong only: Diameter 35....

Ancient Luristan bronze sword with green patina. Luristan bronze comes from the province of Lorestan, a region of nowadays Western Iran in the Zagros Mountains. With its rich and lo...

A pair of antique Sukhothai pottery brown glazed jars with naturally running glaze on the body, natural shell and barnacle from shipwreck. Age: Thailand, Sukhothai Period, 14th - 16...

All our reclaimed tiles are genuine antiques. We believe in investing in your interiors, and choosing reclaimed and repurposed tiles means breathing new life into tiles that have alr...

This cute square box could have been used as an incense burner, and flowers could have been inserted one by one. Period : Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Period Production Date : C 1725 Mad...

Lively birds flit across the body of this pear-shaped vase. The cobalt blue of the underpainting remains dark, even though the clear glaze of the surface has worn away after centuries under the sea. There was remarkable variation in the condition of the ceramic...

Italian/French Enamel and Silver Snuff Box. Late 19th Century, the interior lid impressed 22, no other visible marks. The rectangular hinged box with an interior gilt wash, the lid ...

The form of Longquan celadon vases from the Northern Song dynasty evolved from an early design with a long neck and tapering body to a later ovoid body with a shorter neck. Over time, the glaze developed a more olive tone, and the carved decorations became more pronounced and intricate. Examples of such vases include one without a cover dated to the Yuanfeng era (1078~1085) and documented in literature, and another similar vase without loop handles preserved by the Qingyuan County Cultural Relics Bureau. An earlier example featuring loop handles and a lotus-like cover is also mentioned in historical texts. The use of Longquan covered vases, especially as funerary jars for offerings like wine and grains, was highlighted by an inscription on a piece from the Sir Percival David Collection, London. This inscription wishes for the vessel to preserve fragrant wine for centuries, blessing the owner with prosperity, longevity, and a vast lineage, dated to the third year of the Yuanfeng period (1080). This practice was common in the regions of Southern Zhejiang and Northern Fujian. A similar celadon vase from the Linyushanren collection was auctioned at Christie’s Hong Kong, emphasizing the cultural and historical significance of these artifacts. Period : Five Dynasties or Northern Song Dynasty Type : Celadon, Zhejiang province Medium : Celadon Size : 31.5 cm(Height) x 11.5(Diameter) Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong Reference : 1) The British Museum image id - 01613270570 2) Christies New York 23–24 MAR 2023 - Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art - Lot 1012 (Price Range : USD 18,000 – USD 25,000 / Type : Related) 3) National Gallery of Victoria - Accession Number - AS5-1973 * Celadon from Five Dynasties (907~960) to the early Northern Song Dynasty (960~1127) The period from the Five Dynasties (907~960) to the early Northern Song Dynasty (960~1127) marked a significant transitional phase in the development of Chinese celadon ceramics...

The dish is decorated to the centre with a moulded appliqué dragon chasing the flaming pearl surrounded by a carved stylised foliage band at the cavetto. The moulded fluted exterior ...

Hand carved bamboo vase/brush pot/bitong. This hand-carved Chinese bamboo bitong or dried flower vase dates from the late Victorian period, circa 1880. The bitong, or brush pot, is...

This is a Japanese wooden bowl. It is a folk craft that was used in daily life. I don't know what kind of wood it's made of, but it's sturdy. Since it is made by hand, it has a dist...

Famous late ming dynasty chinese blue and white porcelain plate, double phoenix, from the shipwrecked binh thuan Period: Ming Dyn...

Flying two heavenly beings depicted in the stone. They are celestial beings called an Apsara. While having the same fragment and shape, another work I uploaded exhibits small dots on...

This is a Japanese wooden bowl. It is a folk craft that was used in daily life. I don't know what kind of wood it's made of, but it's sturdy. Since it is made by hand, it has a dist...

A set of antique Lanna Thai wooden manuscript bookmark with stand. Age: Thailand, 19th Century Size of bookmark only: Length 46.5 - 53.4 C.M. / Width 3.6 - 4.1 C.M. / Thickness 1.4 ...

From San Eugenio, Artigas Dept., Uruguay Sharp crystal cluster in a parallel formation of scalenohedral calcite crystals on matrix  with lustrous translucent grape purple amethyst c...

This is a Japanese wooden bowl. It is a folk craft that was used in daily life. I don't know what kind of wood it's made of, but it's sturdy. Since it is made by hand, it has a dist...

A timeless classic, our chequerboard tile features a deep red and off-white pattern, adding a touch of versatility to any space. As with all our reclaimed tiles it has a beautifully ...

A pair of pottery dignitary tomb figures from the Ming Dynasty era.

This jar features a carved design, which is typical of Cizhou ware. It has a creamy white and brown color scheme, and the prominent decoration of lotus flower, which is a common motif in Chinese art and culture, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. The carving technique involves coating the vessel with a layer of white slip (liquid clay), then carving away parts of it to create the design, revealing the darker clay body beneath. This technique allows for a strong contrast between the background and the carved motif. Period : Song-Yuan Dynasty Type : Jar Medium : Cizhou Ware Size : 21.5 cm(Height), 11cm(Mouth Diameter) Provenance : Acquired in 1999, Hongkong * Cizhou Ware Cizhou is the name given to a number of stonewares, grey or buff, of varying degrees of hardness, with painted, incised or carved decoration on a clay slip. These stonewares were not only made in the region of Cizhou, Hebei Province, but in several provinces of China during the Song, Yuan and Ming periods. The great centres of production were in the north of China in the provinces of Hebei, Henan and Shanxi. Cizhou wares seem to have been very popular, made for a clientèle of rich merchants, at a period when the paintings of famous...

ITEM: Statuette of a Fat Lady MATERIAL: Pottery CULTURE: Chinese, Tang Dynasty PERIOD: 618 – 907 A.D DIMENSIONS: 655 mm x 265 mm x 210 mm CONDITION: Good condition. Includes Thermoluminescence test by Laboratory Kotalla (Reference 05B101123). Includes Certificate of Authenticity from Dutch gallery PROVENANCE: Ex Belgian private collection, acquired from Dutch art gallery Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 4 to 6 weeks. Due to the fragility and size of this piece, it can only be shipped within the European Union, United Kingdom and neighbouring countries that can be transported by road by private courier (door to door). This beautifully-finished ceramic attendant was made during what many consider to be China’s Golden Age, the Tang Dynasty. It was at this point that China’s outstanding technological and aesthetic achievements opened to external influences, resulting in the introduction of numerous new forms of self-expression, coupled with internal innovation and considerable social freedom. The Tang dynasty also saw the birth of the printed novel, significant musical and theatrical heritage and many of China’s best- known painters and artists. The Tang Dynasty was created on the 18th of June, 618 AD, when the Li family seized power from the last crumbling remnants of the preceding Sui Dynasty. This political and regal regime was long-lived, and lasted for almost 300 years. The imperial aspirations of the preceding periods and early Tang leaders led to unprecedented wealth, resulting in considerable socioeconomic stability, the development of trade networks and vast urbanisation for China’s exploding population (estimated at around 50 million people in the 8th century AD). The Tang rulers took cues from earlier periods, maintaining many of their administrative structures and systems intact. Even when dynastic and governmental institutions withdrew from management of the empire towards the end of the period – their authority undermined by localised rebellions and regional governors known as jiedushi –the systems were so well- established that they continued to operate regardless. The artworks created during this era are among China’s greatest cultural achievements. It was the greatest age for Chinese poetry and painting, and sculpture also developed (although there was a notable decline in Buddhist sculptures following repression of the faith by pro-Taoism administrations later in the regime). It is disarming to note that the eventual decline of imperial power, followed by the official end of the dynasty on the 4th of June 907, hardly affected the great artistic turnover. During the Tang Dynasty, restrictions were placed on the number of objects that could be included in tombs, an amount determined by an individual’s social rank. In spite of the limitations, a striking variety of tomb furnishings – known as mingqi – have been excavated. Entire retinues of ceramic figures – representing warriors, animals, entertainers, musicians, guardians and every other necessary category of assistant – were buried with the dead in order to provide for the afterlife. Warriors (lokapala) were put in place to defend the dead, while horses/ camels were provided for transport, and officials to run his estate in the hereafter. Of all the various types of mingqi, however, there are none more elegant or charming than the sculptures of sophisticated female courtiers, known – rather unfairly – as “fat ladies...

A pair of antique Chinese measures: 8” x 8'' dehua porcelain figures of boys on water buffalos, republic period, 3'' see more pictures. buy from Bonham...

Pair of Asian Hand Carved Wooden Lanterns. Nice decorative pair in a rich cinnabar color. This pair is not identical but very similar. Heavily carved gilt wood with amazing detail. H...

ITEM: Statuette of a Fat Lady MATERIAL: Pottery CULTURE: Chinese, Tang Dynasty PERIOD: 618 – 907 A.D DIMENSIONS: 645 mm x 260 mm x 180 mm CONDITION: Good condition. Includes Thermoluminescence test by Laboratory Kotalla (Reference 04B101123). Includes Certificate of Authenticity from Dutch gallery PROVENANCE: Ex Belgian private collection, acquired from Dutch art gallery Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 4 to 6 weeks. Due to the fragility and size of this piece, it can only be shipped within the European Union, United Kingdom and neighbouring countries that can be transported by road by private courier (door to door). This beautifully-finished ceramic attendant was made during what many consider to be China’s Golden Age, the Tang Dynasty. It was at this point that China’s outstanding technological and aesthetic achievements opened to external influences, resulting in the introduction of numerous new forms of self-expression, coupled with internal innovation and considerable social freedom. The Tang dynasty also saw the birth of the printed novel, significant musical and theatrical heritage and many of China’s best- known painters and artists. The Tang Dynasty was created on the 18th of June, 618 AD, when the Li family seized power from the last crumbling remnants of the preceding Sui Dynasty. This political and regal regime was long-lived, and lasted for almost 300 years. The imperial aspirations of the preceding periods and early Tang leaders led to unprecedented wealth, resulting in considerable socioeconomic stability, the development of trade networks and vast urbanisation for China’s exploding population (estimated at around 50 million people in the 8th century AD). The Tang rulers took cues from earlier periods, maintaining many of their administrative structures and systems intact. Even when dynastic and governmental institutions withdrew from management of the empire towards the end of the period – their authority undermined by localised rebellions and regional governors known as jiedushi –the systems were so well- established that they continued to operate regardless. The artworks created during this era are among China’s greatest cultural achievements. It was the greatest age for Chinese poetry and painting, and sculpture also developed (although there was a notable decline in Buddhist sculptures following repression of the faith by pro-Taoism administrations later in the regime). It is disarming to note that the eventual decline of imperial power, followed by the official end of the dynasty on the 4th of June 907, hardly affected the great artistic turnover. During the Tang Dynasty, restrictions were placed on the number of objects that could be included in tombs, an amount determined by an individual’s social rank. In spite of the limitations, a striking variety of tomb furnishings – known as mingqi – have been excavated. Entire retinues of ceramic figures – representing warriors, animals, entertainers, musicians, guardians and every other necessary category of assistant – were buried with the dead in order to provide for the afterlife. Warriors (lokapala) were put in place to defend the dead, while horses/ camels were provided for transport, and officials to run his estate in the hereafter. Of all the various types of mingqi, however, there are none more elegant or charming than the sculptures of sophisticated female courtiers, known – rather unfairly – as “fat ladies...

Bucket burns perfume in bronze resting on three feet. The body is sculpted with a band frieze with an archaic motif. Two inverted U-shaped handles punctuate the edge. This type of bronze bucket was cast with lost wax from molds in several parts and assembled when the piece was poured, these are the traces that can be seen on the back of the bucket. . The bronze has a beautiful green and dark gray excavation patina. This perfume burner was originally to have longer feet, no doubt arched, cut very long ago since the place of the cut has the same patina as the rest of the piece. China Zhou Dynasty...

ITEM: Aryballos depicting a horse head MATERIAL: Pottery CULTURE: Greek, Corinthian PERIOD: 7th Century B.C DIMENSIONS: 62 mm x 55 mm diameter CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: E...

A bronze Buddha Flame or "Ushnisha", recovered from the ancient city of Sukhotai, Thailand. Circa 15-16th Century. The Ushnisha is the three-dimensional...

ITEM: Romano-Egyptian cartonnage mummy mask depicting a female head MATERIAL: Linen and Gesso CULTURE: Egyptian, Roman period PERIOD: 1st Century B.C – 1st Century A.D DIMENSIONS: 20...

This stunningly enameled porcelain vase has a double mouth opening with hand-painted images of boys playing among the vines, gourds and gourd blossoms. There is a border of bat-like ...

The drawing captures a scene of trade on blue and white porcelain, where a woman and a man are engaged in a transaction. The woman, dressed in traditional attire, stands with a poise...

An attractive GU vase hand painted in cobalt blue with typical kangxi flower panels painting separated by lined borders. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau ship Size : 14cm (Height) x 8.5cm (Diameter) Condition : Excellent Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogues 1) Christies Amsterdam 1992 - Vung Tau Cargo / Christies 2) Qing Dynasty Export Blue and White from Vung Tau Cargo(淸代外销靑花瓷) / Guangxi Fine Art Publishing House 3) Asian Ceramic Found along Maritime Silk Route / National Maritime Museum of Korea * Vung Tau Cargo Porcelain...

The table bearing pig head, rice cakes, dishes of meat, fish and fruit. Known as Mingqi, these terracotta models were customarily included in Chinese burial practices, particularly among the affluent, to aid the deceased in their journey through the afterlife. This tradition extends back to the Neolithic Period. A unique terracotta funeral table...

Ancient Luristan bronze spear with excellent green patina. Luristan bronze comes from the province of Lorestan, a region of nowadays Western I...

an antique important fine gold Chinese famille rose porcelain 12'' bowl with very beautiful colour enamels, hand painted, mark DaQingQianLongNianZhi, excellent condition, Measures: 1...

The wear on its surface is a testament to its age and underwater journey, giving it a unique patina that only time and nature can create. The overglaze enamel decoration that adorns ...

Antique Chinese pottery Hu jar decorated with bands of raised lines and a pair of monster masks on the shoulder. Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B....

Antique Chinese pottery Hu jar decorated with bands of raised lines and a pair of monster masks on the shoulder. Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B....

Italian Majolica Mandarin Colorfully painted depicting a young Mandarin seated upon a cushion, formerly mounted as a lamp. Height 26 in., Width 12 in., Depth 14 in.

Ancient Luristan bronze sword with nice patina. Luristan bronze comes from the province of Lorestan, a region of nowadays Western Iran in the ...