Pair Of Wooden Kibana Carved In The Shape Of A Shishi

A lovely pair of very detailed carved wooden temple ornaments (kibana) in the shape of elephant-like mythical creatures known as ‘Baku’. Baku are Japan...

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...

PAIR of Chinese carved wooden reclining dogs painted with whitewash finishes (PRICED AS PAIR)(Similar statues: NWL2458, NWL2459)

When it comes to wanting that perfect and unique conversation piece in your beautiful room, look no further than these antique hand carved wood Chinese panels. These are stunning. Wo...

The tri-lobed shape and combed ridges of this cooking pot increased heating efficiency by maximizing the vessel’s surface area. The shape of a bronze vessel li, with the body rising out of three hollow pointed legs to a wide moiuth with splayed-out rim. The exterior is covered with cord impressed pattern. The surface shows signs of oxidation from being buried in the soil for a long time. Period: Zhou or Shang dynasty circa 1000 B.C.E. Medium : Grey earthenware with impressed decoration Type : Tripod vessel Size : 29cm (Height) x 35cm(Diameter) Condition : Good Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong Reference : 1) V&A Museum - ACCESSION NUMBER C.87-1954 2) Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art - ACCESSION NUMBER F1984.13 3) The University of Chicago - OBJECT NUMBER 1989.1 4) The MET - Accession Number: 1972.275.5 5) Kyoto National Museum - Three-footed Earthenware Vessel * Shang Dynasty Pottery (1600-1046 BCE) The Shang dynasty, known for its significant advancements in bronze casting, also produced notable pottery. Shang pottery is characterized by its practical use and simple designs, reflecting the utilitarian needs of the society. The pottery from this period includes both coarse wares used for everyday purposes and fine, high-quality ceramics used in ritualistic contexts. Common forms include jars, bowls, and cups, often with a dark, burnished surface. One distinctive feature of Shang pottery is the use of gray clay, and many pieces display clear signs of oxidation, giving them a unique, mottled appearance. The decorations were typically incised or stamped, featuring geometric patterns, zoomorphic designs, and motifs that are also seen in Shang bronze...

Brass Alam Persian hand Cutwork Calligraphy in the shape of a falcon, 20th century. The ornamental calligraphy arranged within a frame of a bird of prey -The Falcon. The letters are those of the Shia Muslim...

Chinese carved wooden ram lying down and painted with a whitewash finish.

A finely crafted traditional Japanese Shishi-gashira (lion head), historically used in ceremonial Shishimai lion dances—a performing art believed to wa...

Small green-glazed boxes from the late Ming dynasty cargo. Identical pieces are included on page 142, 143 of the Bin Thuan catalog titled 'The Age of Discove...

This pair of cylindrical storage bins exemplifies traditional Ottoman craftsmanship from the 19th century. Both containers are constructed from wood and feature fitted lids secured w...