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Place of Origin: Asian
Blackware Bird-Shaped Vessel
Located in seoul, KR
Black ware pottery from the Majiayao culture. This vessel was crafted using a refined black-burnished pottery technique, with the entire surface carefully polished to a smooth, lustr...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Famille Rose/Verte
Crane and Flower
Baluster Vase, Qing Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The vase's form is elegant, with a tapered body and domed lid with long line of body, crowned with a delicate finial, embodying the sophistication and high aesthetic standards of Qin...
Category
17th Century Qing Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
Annamese blue and white bowl, circa 15th century.
Located in seoul, KR
The bowl's design features fluid, dynamic brushstrokes typical of Annamese pottery, where cobalt blue underglaze was used to create intricate patterns before a clear glaze was applied. The artwork, with its foliage and floral motifs, suggests a connection to the natural world—a common theme in Vietnamese art. Such items were highly traded, and their recovery from shipwrecks helps us understand the extent of maritime commerce in Southeast Asia during the 15th and 16th centuries. This piece embodies the craftsmanship and aesthetic values of the period, providing insights into the cultural and economic contexts of its time.
Dates : 15th century Le Dynasty
Region : North Annam, Vietnam
Type : Dish
Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Hoi An Ship
Diameter : 17cm
Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogue
Butterfield Treasures Hoi An Hoard Auction Catalogs / San Francisco Butterfields 2000
* Vietnamese trade ceramics
Around the mid-14th century, Vietnam developed its ceramics production technology by producing blue and white porcelain, and began to export it overseas. During this period, China Ming Dynasty implemented a policy of lifting the ban from 1371 to 1657 and restricted foreign trade. This served as a good opportunity in the trade history of Vietnamese ceramics, and ceramic exports...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Stoneware
Antique Japanese Sumida Gaia Pottery Pitcher with Elephants
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty antique Japanese pottery pitcher hand crafted in the traditional Sumida Gawa technique having a drip glazed over hand formed elephants on a red background.
Category
Early 20th Century Anglo-Japanese Asian Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Chinese Export Silver Dragon Bowl on Stand
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century Chinese export silver bowl. Decorated in a bold repoussè dragon motif with two dragons contending for a center flaming pearl of wisdom amongst clouds and chased ground. Marked on the underside KHL.
Carved wooden stand...
Category
19th Century Chinese Export Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Large Earthenware Pottery Jar with Hill Cover
Located in seoul, KR
The vessel has a rounded body rising to a tall neck, surmounted by a rare cover modeled in the form of mountain peaks. The entire surface is painted with layers of yellow, white and ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Earthenware
Magnificent Tang Dynasty Prancing Horse, TL Test by ASA Francine Maurer
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Magnificent Prancing Horse in Orange Terracotta with Traces of Yellow Painting. With its Anterior right Leg raised. TL Test by ASA Francine Maurer Laboratory. It was during the "gol...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Tang Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Terracotta
Japanese Antique Ceramic Vase - Japandi Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
A Japanese antique ceramic vase with a calm, understated presence shaped by time.
Although an older piece, it remains in good condition with no cracks or chips, retaining the integri...
Category
19th Century Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Antique Chinese Export Silver Cigarette Case
By Zee Wo
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver cigarette / card case; part of our diverse Asian silverware collection.
This fine antique Chinese Export Silver (CES) cigarette/card case has a plain rectangular form with rounded corners.
The anterior cover is embellished with an embossed and chased decorated iconic Chinese dragon design amidst clouds, on a matte background, incorporating a shield shaped vacant cartouche.
The posterior cover is ornamented with traditional embossed and chased plum blossom foliate and floral decoration, also on a matte background.
The rounded sides of this antique silver cigarette case...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Korean Goryeo Bronze Bottle Vase with Green Patina, 12th/13th Century
Located in Austin, TX
An elegant and unusually large Korean Goryeo bronze bottle vase with green patina, Goryeo Dynasty, 12th/13th century, Korea.
The graceful vase of typical bottle form, with a bulbous...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Dou Rice Measure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This rustic container was made over a hundred years ago to measure and hold a dou of rice, a traditional Chinese unit of volume. The rice measure has a square form with tapered sides...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Asian Antiquities
Materials
Elm
Han Dynasty Gray Pottery Figure of a Female Kneeling Long Sleeve Dancer
Located in Austin, TX
A stunningly quiet and elegant Western Han dynasty (206 BCE - 9 CE) high fired gray pottery figure of a female long sleeved dancer.
The young dancer is portrayed in a moment of quie...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Earthenware
19th Century, Mandalay, a Set of Antique Complete Burmese Manuscript
Kammavaca
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Rare and complete set Burmese manuscript (KAMMAVACA) made from thick cloth coated with gold and lacquer in nice condition. It was written in the Pal...
Category
19th Century Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Wood
$1,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Lopburi Style Cast Bronze Figure of Uma, 13th-14th Century, Thailand
Located in Austin, TX
A charming and unusual cast bronze figure of the Hindu goddess Uma, Lopburi Style, 13th-14th century, Thailand.
Uma, the Hindu goddess of love and beauty, also known as Parvati, i...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Pair of Large Chinese Vases
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A superb pair of large and elegant Chinese 'Nanjing' porcelain baluster vases, each intricately decorated with an encircling battle scene of warriors on foot and on horseback on its ...
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
$2,250 / set
Antique 18th Century Export Chinese Lacquer Gaming Box
Located in Brea, CA
Antique 18th century export Chinese lacquer gaming box with hand painted scenes gilt export black lacquer, there are 7 gaming boxes and 12 trays, size: ...
Category
Late 18th Century Qing Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Lacquer
Antique 1910s Persian Yazd Rug, Wool, Hand-knotted, 10
x 17
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Yazd carpet circa 1910 consists of a hand-knotted handspun wool pile and natural vegetable dyes. The size is 10' x 16'9" and it is in excellen...
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Antiquities
Materials
Wool
$33,600 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Antique Chinese Bronze Censer, Incense Burner
Located in Stamford, CT
A bronze censer or also known as a incense burner from the 19th century. This incense burner has great detailing with handles in the shape of bonsai trees. The center section has a e...
Category
19th Century Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Red Black Lacquer Bamboo Food Carrier or Box
Located in Brea, CA
Antique japanese red and black lacquered Bamboo Food Carrier or Box, front side can be open
Dimensions: Height 18'' x width 15.5" x depth 11".
...
Category
20th Century Arts and Crafts Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bamboo
Exceptional Japanese Tobacco Pipe or Kiseru with boat-shaped container and lid
Located in Leuven , BE
The Japanese smoking pipe or Kiseru was used to smoke only a tiny pinch of kizami tobacco (about 25 mg). This particularly original and beautifully ex...
Category
19th Century Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Two Thousand Year Old Han Frog Drum-Rare Chinese Rain Drum Southern China/Yunnan
Located in Ukiah, CA
Two-thousand-year old Han frog drum. Rare to find in such complete condition- usually only found in fragmentary condition. Museum piece. Stands 15 inches tall, top diameter is 26 inc...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
$16,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Two Incised Sandstone Mingqi
Located in seoul, KR
Figures from this era tend to be simpler and more utilitarian, reflecting the instability and regional diversity of the time. These pottery figures often unglazed or painted with bas...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Sandstone
An incense box in the shape of a shell with waka inscriptions
Located in Milano, IT
An incense box (kōgō) made from a real shell, painted in gold on the inside with waka (和歌) inscriptions, likely of poetic or romantic character.
The object recalls the shells used i...
Category
Early 19th Century Japonisme Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Shell
19th Century Rare Bronze Buddha Statue, Thailand
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Rare Bronze Buddha Statue in Blessing Posture - Royal Bangkok Art Style
Introducing a truly extraordinary find, this rare Bronze Buddha statue...
Category
19th Century Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Export Silver Tray
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export silver pen tray; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection
This exceptional antiq...
Category
1890s Chinese Export Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Chinese peach blossom porcelain snuff bottle, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
1.6in(W) x 1.6in(D) x 3in(H) are the overall dimensions of the bottle including its cover
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
Mingei Japanese Folk Art — Statue of Kannon Bosatsu, 18th Century
Located in Fukuoka, JP
A serene Mingei (folk art) wooden statue of Kannon Bosatsu, dating to the 18th century.
Carved with simplicity and spiritual warmth, the figure embodies the humble, unadorned aesthet...
Category
18th Century Edo Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Antique 1880s Persian Sultanabad Rug, Tree of Life, Wool, 14
x 17
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Sultanabad carpet circa 1880 was created using handspun wool and organic vegetable dyes. It is an exceptional Sultanabad by uniqueness of coloration and design, created ...
Category
19th Century Sultanabad Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Wool
Antique 19th Century Export Chinese Lacquer Gaming Box
Located in Brea, CA
Antique 19th century export Chinese lacquer gaming box with hand painted scenes gilt export black lacquer, there are 7 gaming boxes and 12 trays, 14.5 i...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Lacquer
Qing Dynasty A Antique Chinese Porcelain Gu Vase
Located in Brea, CA
Qing Dynasty an antique 19th century Chinese porcelain Gu vase decorated with shuangxi, the Measures: 9.25'' diameter x 16'' high.
Category
Early 20th Century Qing Asian Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
Malachite Obelisk
Located in Mexico City, MX
The use of malachite dates back to ancient civilizations. The Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans valued malachite for its beauty and supposed protective properties. In ancient Egypt, it w...
Category
19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Malachite
$8,000 / set
Chinese Qing Dynasty Style Famille Rose Thousand Flower Pattern Decorative Bowl
Located in Queens, NY
Chinese Qing Dynasty Yongzheng Period-style famille rose mille fleurs porcelain bowl with a "thousand flower" pattern that covers the bowl in suc...
Category
20th Century Qing Asian Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Entrance Door in Green Lacquered Wood, Ethnic Style, 1700
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique entrance door in green lacquered wood with a very sculpted and deep frame, sculpted with 8 panels by hand with motifs typical of the Asia...
Category
18th Century Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Wood
$5,266 Sale Price
20% Off
Ming Period Large Pottery Horse with Saddle (15-16th Century)
Located in seoul, KR
The figure stands on a rectangular base. The horse is depicted in a poised stance, with strong, muscular legs and a slightly bowed head. The mane is carefully sculpted with deep, flowing grooves, adding a dynamic texture to the piece. The head features expressive details, including a well-defined muzzle, flared nostrils. The bridle and harness are delicately painted in faded green, contrasting against the creamy beige body. The saddle is adorned with intricate details, including decorative tassels and a textured pattern, indicative of the elaborate tack used in the Ming period.
Traces of original polychrome pigments in green, black, and ochre remain on the surface, hinting at the sculpture’s once-vibrant appearance. The weathered patina and areas of flaking paint add to its historical authenticity, reflecting centuries of age. The overall craftsmanship and detailing exemplify the Ming Dynasty’s refined ceramic artistry, making this piece a remarkable representation of of asian culture during this period.
Period: Ming Dynasty
Medium: Green, black, and ochre glazed Pottery
Type: Figure
Condition : Good(chips on the upper saddle.)
Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong
Reference : Asian Civilisations Museum - Accession No. C-1384 / 1994-00441 - Ming Dynasty Figure of Horse
(Type : Closely Related)
* Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Figures
Ming Dynasty glazed pottery figures are renowned for their bold color palette, intricate detailing, and lifelike forms, distinguishing them from earlier traditions. These figures, which depict officials, warriors, animals, and mythical creatures, are characterized by high-gloss lead-based glazes in green, amber, ochre, and sancai (three-color) combinations. The thickly applied glaze pools in recesses, creating depth and enhancing sculptural details. With dynamic postures, expressive facial features, and meticulously rendered drapery, these figures reflect the period’s advancement in ceramic craftsmanship, offering a greater sense of movement and realism compared to the rigid and stylized forms of earlier dynasties.
A defining characteristic of Ming glazed pottery is its elaborate surface detailing, often achieved through raised relief elements and contrasting glazes. Equestrian figures, for example, feature carefully sculpted saddles, harnesses, and decorative embellishments, while human figures are adorned with intricate robes and headdresses. The large scale of these tomb figures, often more imposing than those from previous periods, underscores the increasing importance of funerary art during the Ming era. Unlike later Qing Dynasty figures...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Antique A Silk Lacquer Chinese Fan with Shadow Box
Located in Brea, CA
Antique Chinese fan Qing dynasty, the fan features black and gold lacquered handled a colorful screen , hand painted on silk . With antique fan fra...
Category
Late 19th Century Qing Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Lacquer
Ten Qingbai Figures of Courtiers, Five Dynasties-Song Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This work is a group of Qingbai (青白磁) porcelain figurines produced during the Five Dynasties to the Northern or Southern Song period (10th–13th century). A transparent glaze is appli...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Gilt Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th century seated gilt bronze buddha. 5.5 inches height. Very good condition.
Category
19th Century Chinoiserie Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Japan Good Luck Elephant Censer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This charming censer features an elephant, a symbol of strength, wisdom, and good fortune in Japanese culture. The elephant's back opens to hold incens...
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Chinese White and Blue Floral Porcelain Pots
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Chinese white porcelain pots painted with large blue floral motifs and patterned bands at the tops and bases (PRICED AS PAIR).
Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Category
20th Century Chinese Export Asian Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
$18,000 / set
Japanese Antique Wooden Bowl, 1910s–1930s - Japandi Wabi-Sabi Primitive
Located in Chiba, Chiba
A Japanese antique footed wooden bowl dating from the 1910s–1930s.
The vessel is stained in a deep black finish, giving it a quiet, dignified presence.
It was likely made as a kaibao...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Asian Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Ancient Gu Shape
Canal Houses
Vase, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, Circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
This vase is decorated with dutch canal houses on one side and Chinese pagodas and flowers on the other side. Eastern and Western motifs were simultaneously expressed in ceramics.
Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period
Production Date : 1690-1699
Made in : Jingdezhen
Destination : Netherland
Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau...
Category
1690s Chinoiserie Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
1890s Antique Persian Kashan Carpet, Afshan Design in Kork Wool, 10
x 16
Located in New York, NY
This 19th century Persian Kashan carpet with Afshan design was completed in kork wool, circa 1890. Kork wool, used only in weaves of particular fineness, is wool of exceptional quali...
Category
19th Century Kashan Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Wool
Rare
Imari Pavilion
Blue And White Tea Set C 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
The "Imari Pavilion pattern" refers to a decoration pattern found on porcelains made during Early Qing Dynasty, influenced by Japanese Imari ware, which was produced in the Arita reg...
Category
18th Century Qing Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Silver Inlay Samuraï and Dragon Vase, Japan, 19th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful and rare Japanese vase from the 19th century. Superb silver inlay work showcasing a Samuraï fighting off a serpentine dragon with an additional dragon on top of the lid. Additional detailed decorations of chrysanthemums and lily motifs.
This vase was part of the collection of Marechal Niel...
Category
19th Century Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Silver, Bronze
Grey Tripod Granary Jar, Han dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The vessel consists of a rounded cylindrical body, a gently curved upper section, and a small circular opening, suggesting that it was used for storing grain or valuable goods.
Thre...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Earthenware
Antique Chinese Elm Wood Stool, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This antique elm wood stool comes from China's Hubei province. It was crafted using only wooden joints. The elm wood has aged beautifully over its more than 100 years of life.
Category
Early 20th Century Other Asian Antiquities
Materials
Elm
Ming Period Large Pottery Horse with Saddle (15-16th Century)
Located in seoul, KR
This Ming Dynasty painted pottery horse is depicted standing on a tiered rectangular pedestal. The horse has a well-proportioned body, with sturdy legs and a slightly arched neck. The eyes and muzzle are subtly outlined and incised.
The mane is sculpted with deep, parallel grooves. The tail is long and slightly curved left, extending downward. The saddle is prominently featured at the center of the horse’s back, detailed with a raised, rounded seat and an attached stirrup hanging down one side. The saddlecloth is textured with a crosshatch pattern, bordered by a row of carved fringe-like elements. The horse's legs display subtle musculature, and the hooves are clearly defined, with black pigment accentuating their edges.
The original painted pigments, including white, black, and ochre, are still visible, though faded in some areas. The black pigment highlights the mane, tail, and parts of the bridle, while the ochre tones accentuate the saddle and decorative elements.
Period: Ming Dynasty
Medium: Green, black, and ochre glazed Pottery
Type: Figure
Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong
Reference : Asian Civilisations Museum - Accession No. C-1384 / 1994-00441 - Ming Dynasty Figure of Horse
(Type : Closely Related)
* Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Figures
Ming Dynasty glazed pottery figures are renowned for their bold color palette, intricate detailing, and lifelike forms, distinguishing them from earlier traditions. These figures, which depict officials, warriors, animals, and mythical creatures, are characterized by high-gloss lead-based glazes in green, amber, ochre, and sancai (three-color) combinations. The thickly applied glaze pools in recesses, creating depth and enhancing sculptural details. With dynamic postures, expressive facial features, and meticulously rendered drapery, these figures reflect the period’s advancement in ceramic craftsmanship, offering a greater sense of movement and realism compared to the rigid and stylized forms of earlier dynasties.
A defining characteristic of Ming glazed pottery is its elaborate surface detailing, often achieved through raised relief elements and contrasting glazes. Equestrian figures, for example, feature carefully sculpted saddles, harnesses, and decorative embellishments, while human figures are adorned with intricate robes and headdresses. The large scale of these tomb figures, often more imposing than those from previous periods, underscores the increasing importance of funerary art during the Ming era. Unlike later Qing Dynasty figures...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Rare and Palatial, Cloisonne Vessel-Bearing Figures
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning in presentation, these cloisonne figures depict finely robed men bearing bowl-like vessels overhead. Beautifully enameled in white, black, blue, red,...
Category
20th Century Asian Antiquities
Materials
Gold, Brass, Copper, Enamel
$19,250 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Pots
Located in Queens, NY
2 Asian Chinese-style (20th Century) blue and white porcelain jardinieres with scenes (PRICED EACH)
Category
20th Century Chinese Export Asian Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
$2,500 / item
Antique Chinese Decorative Wall Plate
Located in Milano, IT
Round plate made of bronze and cloisonné enamel designed in China in the 20th century.
This plate is made of bronze and cloisonné enamel, a goldsmith technique originally applied to jewellery design. The polychrome decorations depict a white rooster...
Category
20th Century Chinese Export Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
$766 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Figure of an Attendant Wearing Swirling Vest, Ming Dynasty(1368-1644)
Located in seoul, KR
Statues of attendant crafted from terracotta, dressed in a black coat-like garment with a vest adorned with swirling patterns. Set on rectangular bases.
Period: Ming Dynasty
Medium...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Antique Tibetan Wooden Tea Table or Chest or Storage Box
Located in New York, NY
Completely handmade Tibetan chest made from beautiful hardwood with lots of patina, surface markings, and cool vibe from over a century's use in Tibet. This was used as a tea table o...
Category
Mid-19th Century Tibetan Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Coffee Table, Primitive, Wabi-Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
A Japanese antique furniture coffee table produced in the Taisho period.
It was made by applying traditional techniques used in Japanese shrin...
Category
Early 20th Century Taisho Asian Antiquities
Materials
Oak
Chinese Celadon Porcelain Pot with Bird
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Chinese-style (20th Century) celadon porcelain jardiniere with a bird and floral decoration.
Category
20th Century Chinese Export Asian Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
Rare Boshan Incense Burner Yue Celadon, Jin dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The Boshan incense burner is particularly notable among Han dynasty incense burners for its unique shape. Designed to resemble a mountain or even a mythical mountain, it is characterized by its pointed peaks that rise upwards. These peaks often function as vents for the smoke, creating an effect reminiscent of a volcanic eruption.
The body of the incense burner is typically round, with multiple small peaks surrounding a central, larger peak. The material used is mainly ceramic, although there are instances where they were made of bronze. It is presumed that this incense burner was used for religious or ceremonial purposes during its time. The colors of these burners are usually in shades of pale green or greyish brown, with the application of glaze to achieve a variety of colors on occasion.
Such incense burners are often found in tombs or ritual sites, and their purpose was to burn incense for purification of space or to produce pleasant aromas. The Boshan incense burner also represents a significant cultural heritage, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistic values of the period. Today, it is considered a quintessential example of ancient Chinese art.
Period : Han-Jin Dynasty
Type : Incense Burner
Medium : Yue celadon...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Stoneware
Chinese Bone and Metal Dagger
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Chinese-style (19th Century) dagger with a bone and silver-plate handle and sheath.
Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Category
19th Century Chinese Export Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bone
Chinese Red Lacquered 4-Fold Screen with Carved Floral Frame
Located in Queens, NY
Chinese style (19th/20th century ) red and gold lacquered 4 fold screen featuring a carved floral frame and a Chinoiserie design.
Antique Condition prior repairs
Category
19th Century Chinese Export Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Lacquer
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Alabaster Marble Seated Buddha Statue
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese alabaster Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base, with original lacquer, gilding and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the hea...
Category
19th Century Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Alabaster
19th C., Meiji, Antique Japanese Bronze Animal Rat / Mouse Holding A Chestnut
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze animal rat / mouse holding a chestnut with artist sign.
Artist signature is on the last photo.
Age: Japan, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Size: Length 14.4 C.M. / Width ...
Category
19th Century Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
$1,480 Sale Price
20% Off
Vietnamese Blue And White Bowl Circa 15th Century
Located in seoul, KR
The artwork, with its foliage and floral motifs, suggests a connection to the natural world—a common theme in Vietnamese art. Such items were highly traded, and their recovery from shipwrecks helps us understand the extent of maritime commerce in Southeast Asia during the 15th and 16th centuries. This piece embodies the craftsmanship and aesthetic values of the period, providing insights into the cultural and economic contexts of its time.
Dates : 15th century Le Dynasty
Region : North Annam
Type : Bowl
Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Hoi An Ship
Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogue
Butterfield Treasures Hoi An Hoard Auction Catalogs / San Francisco Butterfields 2000
* Vietnamese trade ceramics
Around the mid-14th century, Vietnam developed its ceramics production technology by producing blue and white porcelain, and began to export it overseas. During this period, China Ming Dynasty implemented a policy of lifting the ban from 1371 to 1657 and restricted foreign trade. This served as a good opportunity in the trade history of Vietnamese ceramics...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Ming Antique Asian Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
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