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Chinese Antique Yellow Ground Famille Rose Porcelain Vase Guangxu Early 20th C

Fine antique Chinese yellow-ground porcelain vase (or jar missing its cover), decorated all around with intricate lotus scrolls, bats and auspicious Shou characters. Marked to the base with a six-character Guangxu (1875-1908) reign mark 大清光緒年製 and possibly of the period or shortly after (Republic period). Height: 19.5 cm.




Antique Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonné Enamelled Copper Box Ando Jubei Style

Rare early 20th century Japanese rustic ‘mingei’ copper accessory box with enamelled foliate decoration on the lid. Not marked but of the type that was produced by the Ando Jubei Closionne Company during the early 20th century. Interior lined with leather and paper. In good antique condition with typical age-related wear and patina as per photographs. Dimensions: 15×9.5×4 cm.



Chinese Antique Carved Bamboo Figure Immortal Scholar Qing 19th/20th C

Wonderful little Chinese bamboo carving depicting a reclining immortal or a scholar in long flowing robes, leaning on a stack of books and with his right hand raised in front of his chest. Not quite sure about the dating. Possibly a Qing dynasty example. Height: 4.5 cm.



Chinese Antique Qianlong Period Famille Rose Porcelain Bowl 18th Century Qing

Large Chinese Qianlong period export porcelain bowl with underglaze blue floral sprays and cartouches combined with overglaze famille rose decoration featuring flowers and butterflies. Interior decorated with diaper border around the rim and a large central medallion with more flowers. Lovely piece of 18th century Chinese export porcelain. Diameter: 19.6 cm.




Chinese Antique Canton Famille Rose Porcelain Pots Round Boxes 19th Century Qing

Cute pair of antique 19th century Chinese Canton famille rose round covered pots with typical floral decoration featuring butterflies and birds. Beautiful examples of their type. Height: 5.5 and 7.5 cm.




Rare Antique Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamelled Quatrefoil Vase or Planter

Gorgeous antique Japanese cloisonne enamelled vase or planter of flared quatrefoil form, featuring intricate decoration with stylized motifs including clouds, cranes, flowers and pomegranates. Unusual example and very rare form to see on Japanese cloisonne. Dimensions: 19.5×12.5×10.5 cm.




Antique Miniature Japanese Cloisonne Enamelled Vase With Peonies Early 20th C

Antique Japanese miniature cloisonne vase featuring peoneis set against a blue background. Lovely display piece. No major damage. Height: 9 cm.




Chinese Antique 18th C Export Porcelain Dish Decorated With Insects Qianlong Era

Rare 18th century Chinese export porcelain dish decorated in unusual pattern featuring various insects, birds and flowers. Likely dating to the Qianlong period. Age-related rubbing as photographed. Diameter: 22 cm.




Fine Chinese Antique Blue Glazed Monochrome Ovoid Water Pot Late Qing 19th/20th C

Beautifully done antique Chinese ovoid porcelain vase or water coupe covered in gorgeous monochrome cobalt blue glaze. Likely dating to the late Qing dynasty, judging by the potting. In great antique condition with minimal age-related surface wear. Height: 11 cm.




Antique Pair of Miniature Japanese Cloisonne Enamelled Vases Early 20th Century

Charming pair of antique Japanese miniature cloisonne vases depicting blossoming tree and flowers set against a black background. Lovely pieces for a cloisonne collection. In very good condition with usual age-related surface wear. No major damage. Height: 9 cm.




Antique Indian Persian 19th Century Gold Inlay Sialkhot Koftgari Work Damascene Tray Dish

Stunning antique 19th century North Indian damascene steel tray with intricate gold inlay koftgari work featuring beautifully done foliate scrolls. Nice, genuine old example for a collection! Age-related surface wear and corrosion as seen in the photos. Metal is thick and tray remains very sturdy. Dimensions: 13.2×9.4 cm




Fine Antique Japanese Aka-e Kutani Porcelain Vase With Birds 19th/20th Century

Nicely hand-painted antique Japanese aka-e Kutani vase depicting cartouches with various birds, set against a spiral background with large flowers around the neck and shoulder of the vase. Base marked with a generic Kutani mark 九谷製. Height: 18 cm.




Large Chinese Antique Republic Famille Rose Porcelain Vase With Handles 43cm 17″

Large antique Chinese famille rose export porcelain vase with openwork handles. Depicting idyllic scene with ladies and a child in the garden collecting flowers. Gorgeous decorative piece with its original wooden stand. Height: 43 cm / 17 inches (not including the stand).




Chinese Antique Blue and White Porcelain Saucer Clobbered in Europe 18th Century

Lovely antique Chinese blue and white porcelain saucer decorated with panels featuring dancing boys. Polychrome overglaze decoration added later in Europe. Base marked with typical rectangular iron red pseudo-Chinese mark. Diameter: 10.5 cm.




Antique Japanese Sanda Ware Celadon Glazed Water Dropper and Small Dishes Edo

Rare set of Japanese celadon glazed Sanda ware (三田焼) scholar’s objects, including a fan-shaped water dropper decorated with waves, small dish in the form of Mt. Fuji featuring deer and a horse, and an additional small rectangular dish/tray with typical floral decoration. Lovely examples of their type, likely dating to the late Edo or early Meiji period, 19th century. Dimensions: Mt Fuji dish – 9.9×9.4 cm, water dropper – 9.5×5 cm, rectangular dish – 7.5×4.8 cm.




Antique Japanese Kakejiku Hanging Scroll Hotei Carrying Bag on His Head 20th C

Beautifully done Japanese painting on paper featuring Hotei carrying his bag on his head and inscribed in Chinese with the motto of Sun Zuo: 潜静以养其心,强毅以笃其志 ‘Keep calm to nourish your heart, be strong and resolute to strengthen your will.’ Dimensions: scroll measures 126×17 cm; artwork measures 62.5×12.5 cm



Antique Japanese Sumida Gawa Pottery Vase by Ishiguro Koko Early 20th Century

Rare antique Japanese Sumida Gawa pottery vase of a double gourd form, partially glazed at the top and embellished with a relief moulded bitter melon (Goya/Nigauri). Marked to the base with impressed 香二 (Koko) mark inside a double gourd. This is one of the maker’s marks of Ishiguro Koko 石黒香々. Really unusual example of this potter’s work. In great antique condition as photographed. Height: 21 cm.




Antique Japanese Meiji Lacquered Wood Papier Mache Seated Figure Humidor Jar

Very cute late 19th or early 20th century Japanese turned wood and papier mache container (humidor or caddy) in the form of a seated figure wearing a hat. Beautifully done with the most charming expression on his face. Height: 16 cm.




Antique Rudolstadt Ernst Bohne Söhne Dresden Porcelain Chinese Oriental Figurine

Rare antique Rudolstadt Ernst Bohne Söhne Dresden porcelain figurine depicting what appears to be a Chinese figure, judging by the outfit. Base marked with blue anchor stamp and impressed EBS mark with some numbers below. Nice unusual example for a collection! Some crazing but otherwise in great antique condition. Height: 8.5 cm.




Antique English Bilston Battersea Enamelled Gaming Tray 18th Century c. 1770

Rare 18th century English Bilston / Battersea enamel lobed gaming tray with pierced gallery, pale blue ground with scattered flowers and a central scene featuring cards, golden guineas and a bank note. Very similar example sold by Christie’s New York, 24 Jan 2001 lot 426 was described as Bilston, c.1770. Dimensions: approx. 13×11 cm.




Antique Japanese Blue White Double Gourd Vase Wada Kiriyama Kotoura Kiln 20th C

Beautiful Japanese lobed double gourd blue and white porcelain vase by Wada Kiriyama (和田桐山) of Kotoura kiln (琴浦窯), stamped ‘Kiriyama’ 桐山 to the base. Decorated all around with medallions featuring geometric designs and landscape scenes and with inscription around the neck. Height: 20 cm.




Large Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Charger by Mitsui Tamekichi 三ツ井為吉 30cm

Very nice 20th century Japanese Kutani porcelain charger by Mitsui Tamekichi (三ツ井為吉). Depicting a large central medallion with a bird perched on a pine tree. Base marked 九谷 為吉. Comes in its original wooden storage box. Diameter: 30 cm / approx. 12 inches.




Fine Chinese Vintage Monochrome Matte White Glazed Porcelain Vase 20th Century

A wonderful Chinese monochrome vase covered in unusual matte white glaze. Beautifully potted and glazed. In immaculate condition so likely a 20th century example. Height: 17.2 cm.




Chinese Antique Blue and White Porcelain Saucers Clobbered in Europe 18th/19th C

Charming pair of antique Chinese blue and white porcelain saucers featuring central medallions with a bird perched on a rock, surrounded by various flowers all around. Polychrome overglaze decoration added later in Europe. Bases marked with typical rectangular iron red pseudo-Chinese marks. Diameter: 10.8 cm.




Chinese Antique Blue and White Porcelain Saucer Clobbered in Europe 18th/19th C

Lovely antique Chinese blue and white porcelain saucer decorated with lotus scrolls and with later European polychrome overglaze decoration with a lime green background. Base marked with typical rectangular iron red pseudo-Chinese mark. In excellent condition with minor age-related rubbing. No chips or cracks. Diameter: 10.5 cm.




Rare Antique Japanese 19th C Miniature Porcelain Teapot by Wake Kitei 和気亀亭

Rare antique Japanese miniature porcelain teapot by the potter Wake Kitei 和気亀亭. Relief decoration featuring flowers on one side and inscription on the other. Underglaze blue mark 亀亭造 ‘Made by Kitei’ under the cover. Width: 13 cm.




Chinese Antique Vintage Carved Hardwood Lozenge Display Stand Ruyi Decoration

Fabulous large Chinese openwork carved hardwood stand of lozenge form, standing on four feet and decorated all around with ruyi motifs. Dimensions: 16.5x12x8 cm.




Antique Japanese Miniature Satsuma Pottery Vase With Figures Early 20th Century

Cute little Japanese ovoid Satsuma pottery vase with cartouches depicting figures, surrounded by floral sprays and geometric designs. Signed to the base but the mark is partially worn. Height: 9.5 cm.




Fine Chinese Vintage Famille Rose Statue Figurine of a Seated Guanyin 7″ 20th C

Fine vintage Chinese famille rose porcelain figurine of a seated Guanyin. Stamped inside. Really nice decorative piece. Tiny nibble to the tip of the thumb. Otherwise in great condition. Height: 18 cm.




Rare Chinese Antique Traditional Medicine Manuscript Waike Qixuan, Shen Gongchen

Fascinating antique traditional Chinese medicine manuscript, meticulously handwritten and illustrated. Based on ‘Waike qixuan’ 外科啟玄 (‘Mysteries of External Ailments/Secrets of External Diseases’) by Shen Gongchen 申拱辰, originally published in 1604. Title is partially visible on the right edge of the first page from the back (see the last photo). Contains 85 pages with 82 illustrations, explaining origins of numerous ailments and how to treat them. Likely a late Qing dynasty example. Book measures approximately 20.2×12.5 cm.




Fine Vintage Chinese Handmade Peking Wool Art Deco Oriental Rug Carpet 152×68 cm

Wonderful 20th century Chinese Peking wool rug with salmon background and indigo decoration featuring floral vases in the centre, framed by a fret border with medallions around the edge. Lovely rug with beautiful thick silky wool pile. Dimensions: 152×68 cm (including the fringe).




Chinese Antique Handmade Baotou Pao-Tao Art Deco Pictorial Wool Rug 136×66 cm

Finely hand-knotted early 20th century Chinese pictorial Baotou (Pao-Tao) rug depicting a scene with symbols of longevity including a crane, a pine tree and a spotted deer. Framed by an intricate geometric border. Three rings on the back for hanging on the wall. Lovely example of its type with nice deep indigo tones. Dimensions: 136×66 cm (including the fringe).




Antique Japanese Meiji Taisho Satsuma Pottery Vase With Figures Early 20th C

Nicely painted early 20th century Japanese Satsuma pottery vase featuring a continuous scene with figures, framed by unusual honeycomb and heart-shaped border around the shoulder and the mouth. Not signed but a very nice example of its type. Height: 18 cm.




Chinese Vintage Stone Rubbing Hanshan and Shide Japanese Kakejiku Hanging Scroll

Large original Chinese ink rubbing of the monks Hanshan and Shide from a stele in the Hanshan Temple in Suzhou carved by Tang Renzhai. Accompanied by a calligraphy panel featuring Tang Dynasty poem ‘A Night Mooring by Maple Bridge’ written by Zhang Ji and brushed by Qing Dynasty calligrapher Yu Yue. Mounted as a hanging scroll in Japan and dated on the back to August 1980 (Showa 55). A fantastic decorative piece! Dimensions: scroll approx. 197×84 cm, artwork approx. 124×66 cm.




Large Vintage Japanese Kakejiku Hanging Scroll Chinese Wei Dynasty Inscription

Large original Japanese ink calligraphy on paper featuring Chinese Northern Wei Dynasty inscription from the stele of Shijia on the northern wall of the Guyang Cave, Longmen, Henan province. The inscription records the erection of a statue of Śākyamuni Buddha donated by Wei Lingcang and Xue Fashao: 敢輒磬家財造石像一區凡及眾形罔不備列願乾祚興延万万朝貫願藏等挺三槐於孤峰秀九蕀於華苑芳實再繁. Mounted as a hanging scroll, likely during the Showa period. Dimensions: scroll approx. 168×61 cm, artwork approx. 134×51 cm.




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Large Chinese Vintage Blanc De Chine Style Porcelain Pagoda 20th Century

Large vintage Chinese blanc de Chine style pagoda of hexagonal tiered form. For a nearly identical example see Christie’s – Three Private Collections: Belgravia, Berkshire and Guernsey, 25 May 2023, lot 4 – TWO CHINESE BLANC-DE-CHINE PORCELAIN PAGODAS. In excellent vintage condition as photographed. Height: 30 cm.




Fine Chinese Vintage Famille Rose Statue Figurine Lady Holding Incense Burner

Fine vintage Chinese famille rose porcelain figurine depicting female figure in long robes holding a bronze censer in her hands. Nice quality and beautifully painted all around. In excellent vintage condition as photographed. Height: 25 cm / 10 inches.



Large Pair of Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Japanned Wood Panels Likely English

Really nice pair of large ‘Japanned’ wooden panels with heavily gilded decoration depicting stylized qilin and foo lion, each under a tree with a bird flying above. Originally likely part of a piece of furniture made in England during the early 20th century. Strings on the back, ready to hang on the wall. Some age-related surface marks but generally in very good condition as per photographs. Dimensions: each approx. 51.5×36 cm / 20×14 inches.



Fine Antique Japanese Blue White Seto Porcelain Vase With Handles 19th C Meiji

Stunning antique Japanese Meiji period Seto porcelain vase with relief-moulded handles and lovely underglaze blue decoration featuring landscape medallions framed by lotus scrolls, combined with diaper band around the neck and fret border around the rim. Not signed. Height: 17.5 cm.




Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Moon Basket Footed Flower Vase Early 20th C

Very pretty early 20th century, c. Taisho period, Japanese ‘moon basket’ flower vase standing on four feet and marked with a generic ‘Satsuma’ 薩摩 mark to the base. In excellent condition with minimal age-related surface wear. Height: 18.5 cm.




Antique Mother of Pearl Inlaid Crucifix Franciscan Coat of Arms 19th C Jerusalem

Rare antique 18th-19th century wooden crucifix on a pyramidal base. Inlaid with mother of pearl florettes and coat of arms of the Franciscan order depicting Christ’s arm and Saint Francis’s arm under a small cross. Most sources describe these as pilgrim’s crosses from Jerusalem but some sources (including Christie’s) also describe them as Indo-Portuguese from Gujarat. Height: 35 cm.




Chinese Antique 18th-19th C Silver Inlaid Bronze Shi Sou Censer Incense Burner

Rare antique Chinese bronze incense burner of compressed form, inlaid in silver on each side with three bats amidst clouds and flanked on the shoulder by a pair of handles. Base marked with a typical stylized ‘Shishou’ mark 石叟. Height: 5.6 cm. Width (handle to handle): 13.3. cm.




Fine Chinese Vintage Famille Rose Porcelain Rouleau Vase With Figures Mid 20th C

Very attractive mid-20th century Chinese famille rose porcelain rouleau vase depicting scenes with figures, set against a gorgeous pink background with a myriad of floral and foliate motifs. Lovely decorative piece. Height: 28 cm.




Chinese Antique Porcelain Teapot Bianco Sopra Bianco and Gilt Decoration 18th C

Rare 18th century Chinese export porcelain teapot with underglaze blue border and ‘bianco sopra bianco’ fence pattern. Later clobbered in England with gilt decoration over the original white pattern (partly visible on the lid). Lovely, unusual example for a collection. Height: 14.5 cm.




Vintage Nepalese Tibetan Buddhist or Hindu Gilt Copper Statue of Dancing Ganesha

Really nice vintage gilt copper statue of a dancing four-armed Lord Ganesha. Gorgeous consecrated Buddhist image. Ganesha is popularly thought of as the son of Shiva and Parvati and is worshipped for his ability to remove obstacles. He is also the guardian of doorways and the lord of beginnings and his name is invoked before any new undertaking is commenced. In very good vintage condition as photographed. Height: 14.5 cm.




Fine Chinese Antique Qing Cloisonne Enamelled Brush Washer Pot Hundred Treasures

Really nice antique Chinese cloisonne enamelled brush washer / small pot depicting various scholar’s objects including brush pot, incense burner, vases, scrolls and other smaller items. Height: 5.8 cm.




Antique Nepalese Ganesh Sukunda Newari Oil Lamp Foo Lion Handle Kathmandu Valley

Antique bronze/brass sukunda, a ritual oil lamp used by the Newar people of the Kathmandu valley. Rare example with handle in the form of a foo lion, and Lord Ganesha facing the dalupa (lamp dish). Surface has been at some point polished but remnants of original dark patina are still visible in places. Prominent age-related wear with some minor losses (tail of the foo lion, reduced foot rim). Height: 11.2 cm.




Fine Vintage Japanese Celadon Glazed Shigaraki Ware Wabi Sabi Ikebana Vase 20th C

Charming little Japanese ikebana vase of irregular form reminiscent of a pomegranate. Beautifully potted and covered in splatters of celadon glaze. Not signed but likely an example of Japanese Shigaraki ware, judging by the style. In excellent vintage condition as photographed. Height: 10 cm.




Fine Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Bowl Early 20th Century Marked Genzan 玄山

Gorgeous early 20th century Japanese Satsuma bowl with lobed rim. Depicting a traditional scene with pheasants by the stream under a maple tree, surrounded by a plethora of flowers. Marked ‘Genzan’ 玄山 to the base. In excellent condition with very minor surface wear. No chips or cracks. Diameter: 15.2 cm.




Large Antique Japanese Square Form Satsuma Pottery Vase by Meizan Meiji Period

Gorgeous antique Japanese square-form Satsuma vase depicting four large panels with birds and flowers set against a cobalt blue background with gilt decoration. Signed 京都 明山 ‘Kyoto, Meizan’ to the base. Really beautiful large decorative piece. In great antique condition with some age-related surface wear. Height: 25 cm.




Chinese Antique Blue Glazed Pottery Censer or Brush Washer Possibly Shiwan Ware

Unusual antique pottery incense burner or brush washer standing on three short feet and covered in thick dark blue glaze with fine crackle throughout. Possibly a piece of Qing dynasty Shiwan ware? Any info welcome. In great antique condition with some age-related surface wear and scratches as photographed. Diameter: 11.5 cm.



Large Chinese Antique Canton Famille Rose Medallion Porcelain Bowl 19th-20th C

Large antique Chinese Canton famille rose porcelain bowl decorated in typical Rose Medallion export pattern featuring various panels with figures, birds and flowers. Stamped ‘Made in China’ to the base.Age-related surface wear as photographed. No chips or cracks. Diameter: 28 cm (slightly irregular shape).




Vintage Japanese Mixed Metal Ikebana Vase Silver Inlaid Angelfish 20th Century

Wonderful vintage Japanese mixed metal vase with silver gilt inlaid medallion depicting some type of angelfish set against otherwise undecorated bronze coloured background. Base marked with a two-character logo which we were so far unable to identify. Beautifully made and very unique piece for a collection. Height: 24.5 cm.




Fine Chinese Vintage Dark Blue Monochrome Cloisonne Enamelled Floral Vase 20th c

Fine Chinese dark blue cloisonne enamelled gilt copper vase featuring an intricate prunus blossom and cracked ice pattern set against a spiral background. Nice quality and very unique piece! Minor original pitting and age-related scuffs but generally in great condition. Height: 18.5 cm.




Antique Indian Hindu Blackstone Stele Carving of Four-Armed Lord Vishnu

Beautiful antique Indian Hindu blackstone stele carving depicting Lord Vishnu carrying his four attributes of the Panchajanya (conch), Sudarshana Chakra (discus), Kaumodaki (mace), and Padma (lotus). Exact age unknown but it appears to be a nice early example, judging by the wear. Age-related surface wear with visible remnants of red and gold pigments. Height: 15.5 cm.




Antique Japanese 19th C Meiji Calligraphy on Paper by Oka Sankyo 岡三橋 (1832-1894)

Rare early Meiji period calligraphy on paper by Oka Sankyō (岡三橋 or おかさんきょう, 1832-1894), native of Choshu and samurai skilled both in martial arts and calligraphy. He studied under Yoshida Shōin at the Shōkasonjuku Academy (松下村塾) and later became the Cabinet Secretary of Japan. Panel is signed with his seals 三橋, 岡氏 and 雨香. Great piece of history, nicely framed and glazed. Dimensions: frame measures 55.5×25 cm; visible area of the artwork 43×13 cm.




Large Chinese Antique Burr Wood Burl Wood Brush Pot Qing Dynasty

Magnificent large antique Chinese brush pot carved out of a natural burr wood with beautiful grain and patina all around. Base with four short feet (it has a slight wobble to it). Exact age unknown but it appears to be a nice early example. Great scholar’s object for a serious collector.In great antique condition with typical age-related surface wear and minor tension lines. Height: 28 cm / 11 inches. Weight: 2.5 kg.




Fine Chinese Vintage Cloisonne Enamelled Thousand Flowers Mille Fleurs Vases

Very attractive pair of vintage Chinese cloisonne enamelled vases featuring a classic ‘thousand flowers’ pattern. Good quality pieces dating to the second half of the 20th century. Height: 21 cm.




Large Antique Japanese Meiji Satsuma Pottery Koro Incense Burner by Kinkozan 金光山

Nice large globular Satsuma koro with mask handles and pierced lid. Depicting typical scenes with figures set against a cobalt blue background with gilt decoration. Partially worn mark to the base appears to read Kinkozan 金光山. Height: 15.5 cm.




Antique Japanese Silver Wire Cloisonne Suiban Planter Shohin Bonsai Pot Meiji

Lovely Japanese miniature silver wire cloisonne suiban/ shohin bonsai pot depicting butterflies amongst cherry blossom set against a light blue background. Originally stood on short feet which are now missing but still displays beautifully! Dimensions: 12.5x9x4 cm.




Antique Anglo Indian 19th Century Swami Solid Silver Creamer and Sugar Bowl 201g

Gorgeous antique Anglo-Indian Swami style silver creamer and sugar bowl with high relief repousse decoration featuring typical medallions with various Hindu deities. Lovely examples of their type! Both in good antique condition with typical tarnishing, wear and surface marks consistent with age and usage. Weight: 201.6 grams (combined). Creamer: 7.5 cm tall. Sugar bowl: 5.5 cm tall, 9 cm in diameter.




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Fine Antique Vintage Tibetan Buddhist Copper Bhumpa / Bumpa Ritual Ewer 19-20th C

Gorgeous Tibetan copper repousse Bhumpa (ceremonial ewer) with finely done decoration depicting the Eight Auspicious Signs (Ashtamangala) around the top and a mythical creature at the base of the spout. Remnants of silvered surface. Originally likely had a sprinkler at the top which is now missing.

Height: 18 cm




LARGE Chinese Vintage Pottery Figure Shouxing Shoulao Seated on a Spotted Deer

Unusual large Chinese sancai glazed pottery figure of the God of Longevity Shouxing (Shoulao) holding the Peach of Immortality and seated atop a spotted deer. Beautifully done and looks even more impressive in person!

Height: 40 cm



Small Chinese Antique or Vintage Cantonese Relief Carved Wooden Box 20th Century

Cute little Chinese relief carved box with hinged lid featuring a scene with various figures, buildings and trees. Oval cartouche in the middle intended for a monogram. Some of the internal lining missing but can easily be replaced.

Dimensions: 11.2×7.4×3.3 cm



Antique Burmese Alabaster Marble Statue Buddha Shakyamuni in Bhumisparsha Mudra

Gorgeous antique Burmese alabaster statue depicting seated Buddha with serene expression on his face and with hands in Bhumisparsha mudra. This posture symbolizes the moment of awakening under the Bodhi tree when Siddhartha summoned the Earth to bear witness to his enlightenment and the defeat of Mara. Exact age unknown but possibly a 19th century example.

Height: 21 cm




Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Kogo Incense Box by Inaba Shichiho Early 20th C

Attractive antique Japanese blue-ground cloisonne enamelled circular kogo (incense box) produced by the workshop of Inaba Shichiho (1850-1931) and marked with their logo to the base. For a similar example see Bonhams Fine Japanese Art sale, 13 September 2017, lot 1002.

Diameter: 9.5 cm




Fine Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vases With Buddha and Rakan Meiji Period

A wonderful pair of antique Japanese Satsuma pottery vases with mask handles. Each depicting a continuous scene with Buddha surrounded by his disciples (Arhats or Rakan in Japanese). Base marked with a generic ‘Satsuma’ mark 薩摩. Stylistically similar to pieces produced by studio Hododa.

Height: approx. 16 cm 




Vintage Bohemian Art Deco Malachite Glass Buddha by Curt Schlevogt Ingrid Series

Rare early 20th century Bohemian Art Deco malachite glass Buddha figure from the ‘Ingrid’ series by Curt Schlevogt and Josef Riedel.

Height: 20.5 cm




Fine Antique Japanese Miniature Satsuma Pottery Vase With Flowers Meiji Period

Beautiful miniature Japanese Satsuma pottery vase with floral decoration all around. Remnants of a signature to the base. First character appears to be 京 ‘Kyo’.

Height: 9 cm




Fine Antique Japanese Miniature Satsuma Pottery Vase With Flowers Meiji Period

A fantastic miniature Japanese Satsuma pottery vase with a continuous scene depicting spring flowers framed by heavily gilded geometric borders. Not signed.

Height: 6.2 cm




Vintage Ceramic Figurine of Bala Krishna Indian Hindu Deity 20th C Studio Pottery

Most adorable vintage studio piece depicting a seated blue-skinned baby Krishna (Bala Krishna) sucking on his fingers. A unique, one of a kind 20th century piece of unknown origin.

Height: 13.5 cm




FINE Antique Japanese Meiji Satsuma Pottery Vase Figures and Ho-o Bird 19-20thC

Very finely decorated Japanese Meiji period Satsuma pottery vase with two large cartouches, one depicting figures and the other one a Ho-o bird carrying a flower in its beak. These are framed by incredibly intricate and heavily gilded floral and foliate motifs, combined with a curtain-like border around the shoulder and diaper border around the neck. Surprisingly not signed.

Height: 25 cm




Antique Japanese Yuzen Birodo Cut Velvet Paintings With Mt Fuji Framed & Glazed

Beautiful pair of antique Japanese ‘Yuzen Birodo’ paintings on cut velvet depicting landscape scenes with hut and boats, set against a backdrop of Mt. Fuji. Both framed and glazed.

Dimensions: each approx. 28.5×19.5 cm




Large Antique or Vintage Japanese Gilt Lacquered Box With Flowers 11.5″ 20th C

Charming antique Japanese black lacquered box with hand-painted gilt decoration depicting large peonies. Lovely example of its type!

Dimensions: 29x12x4.5 cm




Antique Japanese Minpei Yaki Green Glazed Awaji Pottery Dragon Saucer 19th-20thC

Interesting antique Japanese green glazed Minpei-yaki Awaji pottery saucer with incised dragon decoration based on Chinese examples of a similar type. 

Diameter: 11.5 cm




Fine Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Plate With Ladies 19th-20th C

Attractive antique Japanese Imari porcelain dish depicting a nicely painted scene featuring two ladies with a large vase filled with oversized flowers. Base marked with underglaze blue Chinese Chenghua reign mark.

Diameter: 24.5 cm 




Fine Vintage Japanese Korean Style Studio Pottery Moon Jar Vase 20th Century

Unusual vintage studio pottery vase of a shape similar to Korean moon jars. Fully glazed interior and unglazed exterior decorated with streaks of white slip. Not marked so hard to say where it’s actually from – it could possibly be Japanese or European piece inspired by Japanese/Korean ceramics. Any info welcome. 

Height: 24 cm



Antique Japanese Damascene Komai Type Cigarette Case Mt Fuji Scene Early 20th c

Lovely antique Japanese Damascene Komai type cigarette case depicting a procession scene with Mt. Fuji in the background. Nice example of its type. Not signed.

Dimensions: 10.5x8x2 cm




Antique Indian Hindu Sandstone Stele Carving of Lord Hanuman 14th-16th Century

A fantastic antique Indian Hindu sandstone stele carving depicting Lord Hanuman carrying a mountain in one hand and gada (mace) in the other. His chest is torn open to show his heart devoted to Rama and Sita. Likely dating to c. 14th-16th century.

Height: approx. 15.5 cm




Chinese Vintage Porcelain Figure of a Seated Man Farmer Mid 20th Century

Nicely detailed vintage Chinese porcelain figurine depicting a farmer seated on a rock, holding a sickle in his hand and leaning on a bale.

Height: 12 cm




Vintage Japanese Hirado Porcelain Figurine of a Seated Puppy 20th Century

Charming antique Japanese Hirado porcelain okimono in the form of a seated puppy with a cloth collar tied in a bow. Very cute piece with a lot of personality.

Height: 11 cm




Rare Antique Japanese Meiji Satsuma Pottery Ovoid Urn Vase on Tripod Bamboo Base

Very attractive antique Japanese Satsuma pottery urn/vase standing on a tripod base made to resemble three pieces of bamboo tied together. Marked with an impressed oval stamp to the base. 

Height: 18.5 cm




Antique Japanese Porcelain Elephant Figurine Early 20th C Hirado or Seto Ware

Unusual antique Japanese porcelain okimono in the form of an elephant with his trunk up. Impressed kiln mark to the belly which appears to be character 彷 or ????. We were unable to identify the maker but stylistically it appears to be c. early 20th century example of Hirado or Seto ware. See the last photo for a pair of somewhat similar pieces in the collections of LACMA, object number M.2000.173.2a-b.

Height: 15 cm




Antique Japanese Kakiemon Style Porcelain Teapot Quails and Millet 19th-20th C

Unusual Japanese porcelain teapot decorated in Kakiemon style with a typical pattern depicting quails and millet.

Height:16 cm




Fine Chinese Vintage Cloisonne Enamelled Vase With Bird and Flowers 20th Century

Large vintage Chinese cloisonne enamelled vase with finely done decoration depicting a bird surrounded by various flowers. Beautifully done example dating to the second half of the 20th century.

Height: 26.5 cm




Chinese Antique Double Lozenge Relief Carved Cinnabar Lacquer Box 19th-20th C

Lovely little Chinese red cinnabar lacquered box of double lozenge form, decorated with finely relief carved scene depicting a scholar with his attendant in conversation under a tree. 

Dimensions: 14x9x4.5 cm




Fine Pair of Chinese Antique Cloisonne Enamelled Vases With Dragons Early 20th C

A wonderful pair of Chinese cloisonne enamelled vases, each featuring an intricate design depicting a pair of blue dragons chasing after the flaming pearl. Framed by typical rolling waves and ruyi-head borders and set against a white background with a fine pattern of clouds.

Height: 23 cm




Antique Japanese Hirado Porcelain Monkey Sanbaso Dancer Figurine Meiji Period

Charming antique Japanese Hirado porcelain figure in the form of a monkey performing the Sanbaso dance and sticking out its tongue. Lovely example of its type, larger than toggles of this design.

Height: 11 cm




Antique Japanese Hirado Porcelain Figurine of a Seated Karako Child 19th Century

Antique Japanese Hirado porcelain figurine depicting a seated karako child holding a large flower with a butterfly on it. Originally a candlestick with a small holder applied at the top which is now missing. Small losses to the flower petals and some original firing flaws but displays great!

Height: 12 cm




Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Round Covered Box By Studio Kinkozan 錦光山

Unusual little Satsuma covered pot by studio Kinkozan, featuring typical floral overglaze decoration and stamped ‘Kinkozan’ 錦光山 inside the lid. 

Height: 6 cm




Large Chinese Antique Blue and White Porcelain Octagonal Platter Qianlong Period

Great 18th century Chinese Qianlong period octagonal blue and white export porcelain platter in a classic pattern depicting four floral sprays in the middle, surrounded by a foliate border and framed by additional outer border with floral motifs, butterflies and other designs. 

Dimensions: 31.5×23 cm




Fine Chinese Antique Carved Hediao Nut Boat With Calligraphy Inscription

A fantastic tiny Hediao nut/stone carving of a boat with twelve figures in various compartments of the vessel and a tiny inscription to the base. Really fine example of its type with incredible detail all around.

Measures approx. 4.1 cm across.




Chinese Vintage Carved Bamboo Boat With Figures 20th Century

Nice vintage Chinese carved bamboo boat/junk with figures leaning on the railing and enjoying the view. Lovely decorative piece.

Measures 20 cm across.




Chinese Antique Cloisonne Yellow Ground Vase With Floral Decoration Early 20th C

Large antique Chinese yellow ground cloisonne enamelled vase with intricate floral decoration featuring peonies and chrysanthemums. Small areas of restoration which we’ve tried to show in the last three photos. No dents. Small gaps around the inner base so intended for display only.

Height: 23.5 cm




Chinese Antique Export Porcelain Canton Famille Rose Medallion Tankard Mug 19th C

Large antique Chinese Canton famille rose porcelain tankard with a typical Rose Medallion pattern depicting cartouches with figures, birds and flowers. A well preserved example of its type!

Height: 10.5 cm




Fine Chinese Antique Silver Filigree Finger Guard With Jade and Garnets 14.1g

Gorgeous antique Chinese silver filigree finger guard with enamelled floral design and embellished with seven precious stones which appear to be jade and possibly garnets. Marked ‘SILVER’ under the pin.

Height: 8.5 cm




Antique Japanese Fukagawa Seiji Celadon Glazed Porcelain Bird Kogo Incense Box

Cute little Japanese celadon glazed porcelain kogo (incense box) in the form of a baby bird. Made by the Fukagawa Seiji company and marked inside the cover with their typical underglaze blue Mt. Fuji logo.

Height: 5 cm




Vintage Japanese Git Lacquered Miniature Stands Accessory For Hina Dolls 20th c

Cute pair of vintage Japanese gilt lacquered lozenge-shaped stands made as accessories for traditional Hina doll displays. Come with their original box with labels.

Dimensions: each stand approx. 15.5 cm across and 5 cm tall.




Fine Chinese Vintage Porcelain Figure of Seated Guan Yu Yunchang 20th C

Nice large 20th century Chinese porcelain figurine of seated red-faced Guan Yu (Yunchang) holding a book in one hand and stroking his long beard with the other. Stamped to the base. Lovely example of its type with good details.

Height: 29 cm




Antique Japanese Mixed Metal Vase by Nogawa Noboru Signed Hidekuni Meiji Period

Fine antique Japanese mixed metal vase by Nogawa Shoten (shop), decorated with silver, copper and gold inlaid irises. Signed by Hidekuni 秀国 and marked to the base with typical Nogawa logo featuring hiragana character の (“no-”) and three vertical lines in the background for 川 (“-gawa”).

Height: 15.5 cm



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