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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Changsha Bowl from Belitung Ship, Tang Period
Located in seoul, KR
The edges have been dipped in four places with brown, probably iron-oxide. The well of the bowl is freely painted in deep green and coffee coloured brown. These are characteristic fe...
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Indonesian Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Qingbai Lotus Censer, Song Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This exquisite Qingbai piece, acquired in Hong Kong in the late 1990s, is a high-quality artifact from the Southern Song Dynasty, likely produced at the Hutian Kiln. The base exhibit...
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Hong Kong Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Antique plate Wucai with chrysanthemum and kintugi
Located in MEAUX, FR
Antique porcelain plate Wucai style with crhysanthemum decor Traditionnal kintsugi repair ( 24k gold and Urushi) Unique piece
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Chinese blue white porcelain meat trays in lacquer box
Located in New York, NY
blue and white porcelain meat trays are 18th c.; lacquer box is from the Republican period; 12in(W) x 12in(D) x 3.5in(H) are the dimensions of the lacquer box; largest blue and white...
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Blue and White Saucer, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, Circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
It features a complex design with a central circular motif surrounded by eight petal-like sections, each intricately adorned with various botanical and geometric patterns, creating a symmetrical arrangement. The number 8 in Chinese culture is associated with prosperity and is considered very auspicious. This may reflect the traditional Chinese cosmological concept of the "Bagua," which are eight trigrams used in Taoist philosophy to represent fundamental principles of reality, seen in various aspects of Chinese culture, including the I Ching and Feng Shui. The central circle with radiating petals is also a representation of perfect geometric harmony, reflecting the balance and unity which are key elements in Chinese aesthetics. The use of symmetry and balance is seen as a way to represent the harmony of the universe. 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 : 12.5cm (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(淸代外销靑花瓷) - Vung Tau Cargo Catalogue / Guangxi Fine Art Publishing House 3) Asian Ceramic Found along Maritime Silk Route / National Maritime Museum of Korea * Vung Tau Cargo Porcelain...
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Vietnamese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

pair of Chinese porcelain cover jars, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
each jar decorated with a phoenix and flowers in gold on blue ground
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Amber-Glazed Pottery Figure of Sacred Bull
Located in seoul, KR
Naturalistically modelled, standing on a rectangular base with head facing forward and short tail curled to one side, incised details and covered overall in a rich chestnut glaze sav...
Category

Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

2 Chinese export porcelain tablewares, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
5.25in(D) x 9.25in(W) x 5.3in(H) are the dimensions of the teapot; teapot's cover is surmounted by a berry form finial
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Changsha Bowl from Belitung Ship, Tang Period
Located in seoul, KR
The back side edges have been dipped in four places with brown, probably iron-oxide. The well of the bowl is freely painted in deep green and coffee coloured brown. These are charact...
Category

Indonesian Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Chinese double gourd porcelain vase, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
pink glazed multi-lobed double gourd vase
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese export porcelain bowl, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
floral motif
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-size Octagonal Saucer, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi era, circa 1690.
Located in seoul, KR
The design features a central medallion surrounded by eight panels, each intricately painted with traditional Chinese botanical and floral motifs. The number 8 in Chinese culture is associated with prosperity and is considered very auspicious. This may reflect the traditional Chinese cosmological concept of the "Bagua," which are eight trigrams used in Taoist philosophy to represent fundamental principles of reality, seen in various aspects of Chinese culture, including the I Ching and Feng Shui. The central circle with radiating petals is also a representation of perfect geometric harmony, reflecting the balance and unity which are key elements in Chinese aesthetics. The use of symmetry and balance is seen as a way to represent the harmony of the universe. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau...
Category

Vietnamese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Milling Shed pottery with Green Glaze, Eastern Han Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Made from the standard orange earthenware body of Han green glazed tomb models, this miniature milling station features a circular millstone and a foot...
Category

Hong Kong Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Black-glazed Lion Pillow, Northern Song-Jin Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Black-glazed ceramic pillow, frequently-produced during the Jin dynasty. Similar piece can be found in the Guanfu Museum, where there are black-glazed pillows...
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Hong Kong Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Annamese Stoneware Dish with Lotus Motif, 15-16th Century Vietnam, Le Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This Annamese ceramic dish features a central lotus motif, enclosed by a thin circular border. The rim is adorned with intertwining vine patterns and swirling motifs. The dish has a gently curved form with a well-proportioned depth and a neatly finished rim. Dates : 15th century Le Dynasty Region : North Annam, Vietnam Type : Dish 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, and ceramic exports...
Category

Vietnamese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Stoneware

Green-glazed Pottery Amphora with Brown glazed Phoenix, Tang-Liao Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The vessel has an overall oval shape, characterized by smooth curves that transition naturally from the rim to the body. The upper part of the jar narrows slightly, with four handles...
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Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Green-glazed pottery figural lamp, Han Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The lamp shaped as a kneeling female figure wearing long robes, her face with a large nose, deep-set eyes and pronounced cheeks, holding an infant in her lap, her cylindrical and elo...
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Hong Kong Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Earthenware

18th Century Sri Lankan Satinwood Trunk
Located in San Marino, CA
A striking Sri Lankan satinwood trunk from the 18th Century. The trunk's edges are decorated with a scalloped design at the front and sides. The top of this trunk opens at one side a...
Category

Sri Lankan Dutch Colonial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Satinwood

Amber-Glazed Pottery Figure of Dog
Located in seoul, KR
A Dog sitting on his haunches, covered in an amber glaze. Naturalistically modeled, the figure follows the artistic style of the period. It remains uncertain whether the glaze has wo...
Category

Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

5/6thC Chinese Bronze Buddha - 9585
Located in Ukiah, CA
Amazing personality to this very early (pre-Tang) bronze Buddhist "angel" from a huge and elaborate back-plate from a Buddhist altar from 5th/6thC. The quality and face are superb. Close to 2 3/4 inches tall and 2 5/8 wide. 4 inches tall on custom stand. This and all the other parts would have each been individually cast and attached by loops (its loop is still there, being used to attach to stand) on back of angel to back-plate. This piece is small, but extremely rare, early, finely done, and loaded with personality. One of the rarest and most museum-worthy Chinese pieces...
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

5/6thC Chinese Bronze Buddha - 9585
5/6thC Chinese Bronze Buddha - 9585
$14,750 Sale Price
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Rare Yue Celadon Chicken-Head Ewer, Jin-Southern Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
Chicken-head ewers are a distinctive ceramic form that developed during the Jin dynasty (265–420), originating in the southern Yue kilns of present-day Zhejiang province, and later s...
Category

East Asian Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Celadon, Stoneware

A Sancai-glazed pottery Haitai Pillow, Tang dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The pillow is intricately decorated with a vibrant pattern, demonstrating the craftsmanship and artistic sensibilities of the period. The Haitai is a creature from Chinese mythology,...
Category

Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Chinese blue white porcelain cover jar, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
floral motif
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century Blue John Urn
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A wonderful late 18th Century ormolu mounted Blue John urn, attributed to the workshop of Matthew Boulton. The acorn finial with rope twist border, above pale veining and rich purple...
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ormolu

pair of Chinese porcelain cover jars, Qianlong period
Located in New York, NY
wooden bases shown in pictures are included with these items; multicolor phoenix motif; 8in(D) x 8in(W) x 9.25in(H) are the dimensions of each cover vase without the wooden base
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese pottery horse with rider, Tang Dyansty
Located in New York, NY
pigmented horse; please refer to the pictures, which include documentation detailing its provenance
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Stem Cup and Stand, Song Dynasty(960~1279)
Located in seoul, KR
Five-lobed cup, featuring a delicate rim, is supported by a short, gently spreading foot. The accompanying stand rises elegantly from a broad base to a plate with an elevated, foliat...
Category

Hong Kong Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

White Ware Moulded Baluster Form, Yuan Dynasty, 14th century
Located in seoul, KR
This vase is made from a type of low-fired, porous clay and features a crackled glaze. It bears resemblance to the renowned funerary vases and covers adorned with applied decorations...
Category

Hong Kong Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Chinese lime green glazed porcelain vase, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
hu form vase; on fitted wooden base; 1.8in(D) x 2.4in(W) x 4.75in(H) are the dimensions of the vase only (not including its wooden base)
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Small Qingbai Pear-Shaped Vase, Song-Yuan Dynasty(13-14th century)
Located in seoul, KR
This exquisite piece is a Qingbai ware from the Song to Yuan dynasty, and it appears to be an excavated artifact given its earthy encrustations, suggesting it has rested in the groun...
Category

Hong Kong Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Amber-Glazed Pottery Figure Of Sacred Bull
Located in seoul, KR
Naturalistically modelled, standing on a rectangular base with head facing forward and short tail curled to one side, incised details and covered overall in a rich chestnut glaze sav...
Category

Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

set of Chinese blue white porcelain meat trays, all in a lacquer box
Located in New York, NY
blue and white porcelain meat trays: late 18th c.; lacquer box: Republican period; 12in(W) x 12in(D) x 4in(H) are the dimensions of the lacquer box; largest blue and white porcelain ...
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

group of 3 Chinese export porcelain tablewares, Yongzheng period
Located in New York, NY
3.8in(D) x 5.75in(W) x 4.9in(H) are the dimensions of the teapot; teapot and cup are decorated with floral motif in relief
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

15thC Thai Lacquered and Gilded Stone Head, 6597
Located in Ukiah, CA
Larger than life 15thC Thai lacquered and gilded stone head. Previous owner purchased in New York in the 1960s from a Manhattan antique dealer, thou...
Category

Thai Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Stone

White Ware with two dragons, Yuan Dynasty, 13-14th century
Located in seoul, KR
This vase is made from a type of low-fired, porous clay and features a crackled glaze. It bears resemblance to the renowned funerary vases and covers adorned with applied decorations...
Category

Hong Kong Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Three Small White-glazed Circular Boxes and Coveres, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, C
Located in seoul, KR
Three White glazed boxes from the Qing dynasty Vung Tau cargo. Identical pieces are included on page 459 of the Vung Tau catalog titled 'Christies Amste...
Category

Vietnamese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

18th/19th Century Bronze Tibetan Altar Piece - 8629
Located in Ukiah, CA
Beautiful 18th/19th century bronze Tibetan Altar Piece. I've not seen one like this before. Very sweet well cast elephant on top, with a copper bridle. T...
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Guardian Official Pottery Figure
Located in seoul, KR
This figure appears to be a terracotta statuette, possibly representing a court official or a deity given the distinct headgear which could signify a rank or divine attribute. The style of the figurine, with its facial features and remnants of paint, suggests it could be a part of funerary art, which was common in Chinese culture during these periods. Date : Northern Wei...
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Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Celestial being(Apsara) Stone Statue, Northern Wei-Tang Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This statue appears to be a stone sculpture of an apsara, a celestial nymph from Buddhist and Hindu traditions. Despite its fragmentary state, the sculpture conveys grace and movement. The apsara is captured in a dynamic pose, perhaps once part of a larger tableau, playing a flute-like instrument. The facial features are serene yet expressive, with faint traces of pigmentation hinting at the sculpture's original polychromy. The black stand was made in Hong Kong at the time of the acquisition. Date : Northern Wei...
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Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Sancai-Glazed Pottery Tripod Jar, Tang Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
The globular body is supported on three claw feet and is covered in a splashed-glaze of amber, green and cream color, which stops short of the unglazed base. Date : Tang Dynasty(61...
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Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Earthenware

Green-glazed model of a shrine, Han dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
It has a pyramidal roof topped with a finial, ornamental ridges, and faux doors and windows that are characteristic of Chinese sacred architecture of the period. Period : Han Dynast...
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Hong Kong Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Stoneware

Passing Boats And Figure Teabowl And Saucer C 1725, Qing Dynasty Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
With a medallion of two boats sailing together, passing an island on which a solitary figure stands by or on a bridge, the rim with stone or flower pattern, the reverse glazed cafe-a...
Category

Vietnamese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

18th/19thC Nepalese Bronze or Brass Fierce Deity - 8630
Located in Ukiah, CA
18th/19thC Nepalese bronze or brass fierce deity. I've not seen one like this before. Ten inches tall. Filled with Tantric energy. Real charisma-when ther...
Category

Tibetan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Two Green glazed Figures Holding Pitchpork
Located in seoul, KR
Han dynasty pottery tomb figure, modelled standing holding a Pitchpork in front of his body, covered in a turquoise-green glaze. These two pieces are believed to have been produced i...
Category

Hong Kong Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Three Annamese Small Blue Lidded Boxes, 15th century, Le Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
These are three small lidded boxes from the Vietnamese period, specifically from the 15th century during the Le Dynasty. Dates : 15th century Le Dynasty Region : North Annam, Viet...
Category

Vietnamese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Lion Figurine Pillow, Tang Dynasty(618-907)
Located in seoul, KR
To meet overseas demand, shapes of Changsha wares were also greatly influenced by exotic elements from beyond China. For example, lion-shaped artifacts were found, as were a number o...
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Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Stoneware

17thC or Earlier Northern Thai Quartz Crystal Reliquary - 5920
Located in Ukiah, CA
17thC or earlier Northern Thai quartz crystal reliquary from the Hot District south of Chiang Mai- a large and fine example excavated from a temple site before the building of a reservoir several decades ago. Few authentic pieces of this size and type seem to exist. There an extremely similar smaller deer (not as fine) with a gold cap excavated from the same site in the Chiang Mai Museum (1960's-locals were permitted to dig before the valley was flooded.) I've seen a few other related examples. Very clear piece of quartz-especially for carved objects from Thailand...
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Thai Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Crystal

Large Pottery Standing Figure of Attendant
Located in seoul, KR
The statuette shows traces of the original red, black, and white pigmentation. The figure’s body, head, and hands (which in this case are lost) were all made separately to give her an essence of movement and dynamism. Given its almost identical shape to the piece from the Artemis Gallery...
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Hong Kong Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Solid Silver 18thC Lankan Buddha, 9604
Located in Ukiah, CA
Solid silver 18thC Lankan Buddha on a silver-colored metal base. From the great early 20thC U.S. Mid-West Aseldorf collection (as per previous owner- purc...
Category

Sri Lankan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Rare Pottery Rectangular Brazier with cicadas in Green Glaze, Han Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This pottery brazier, a burial artifact from the Han Dynasty, features quadrilateral sides that slope inward and a base with slits for ventilation. Each side is adorned with animal motifs and geometric patterns. The brazier stands...
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Hong Kong Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Two Set of Molded Longquan Celadon Fu Shou Vases, Ming Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
One side of the vase showcases a panel with the Shou character at its center, symbolizing longevity, while the opposite side displays the Fu character, signifying luck. The neck of the vase is adorned with leaves. Period: Yuan-Ming Dynasty (1271-1644) Region: Longquan, China Medium: Celadon Type: Ewer Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong Reference 1) British Museum - Museum number 1931,1118.5 (Type : Closely related) 2) Christies NEW YORK 24–25 MAR 2022 - Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art - Lot 1105 (Price realised : 9,450 USD / Type : Related) 3) Sotheby's New York 19 March 2024 - Chinese Art - Lot 172 (Price range : 15,000 USD - 20,000 USD / Type : Related) * Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon Longquan celadon from the Ming Dynasty typically exhibits a more robust and heavier stoneware body compared to its Song Dynasty predecessors. The Ming era saw an evolution in celadon glaze, achieving a wider spectrum of green hues, from olive to bluish-greens. Ming celadons...
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Hong Kong Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Celadon

Changsha ewer, Tang Dynasty(618-907)
Located in seoul, KR
Changsha Ware has distinct and recognizable designs and motifs. Painted designs often depict flowers, vines, clouds and mountain landscapes. Some painting is simply splotches of colo...
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Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Stoneware

pair of Chinese export porcelain plates, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
floral motif
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese blue white porcelain cover jar, 18th c.
Located in New York, NY
floral motif
Category

Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Two white ware vases with flower design, Yuan Dynasty, 14th century
Located in seoul, KR
Porcelain with transparent pale-green (qingbai-type) glaze with flower, leaves and lotus design of typical yuan dynasty. Period : Yuan Dynasty(1271-1368) Type : Baluster vase Medium...
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Hong Kong Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Amber-Glazed Pottery Figure of Sheep
Located in seoul, KR
Naturalistically modelled, standing on a rectangular base with head facing forward, incised details and covered overall in a rich chestnut glaze save for the hooves and base. Date :...
Category

Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Changsha Ewer, Tang Dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
It features two small lug handles on either side of the neck and a spout opposite the main handle. This ewer might have been used for wine or other liquids, which were poured through...
Category

Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Thai or Cambodian Hindu or Buddhist Giant from Ramakien-6-13thC- Solid Cast 7566
Located in Ukiah, CA
Highly uncommon Thai or Cambodian giant (from the Ramakien-SouthEast Asian version of the Ramayana) kneeling in devotion. I've never seen another example of from such an early period. Deep concentration and serenity in his face and posture. 3 inches tall, height on custom stand is 3.75 inches. - It is extremely simple in design, with no clothes...
Category

Cambodian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

15th Century Majaphit Holy Water Vessel, Shipwreck Salvage
Located in Richmond, VA
Earthenware holy water recipient from Java, Indonesia. The vessel is also known as “kendi”, and go back as far as the 13th-15th century, when some indigenous groups were still Christ...
Category

Indonesian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Rare Yue Celadon-Glazed Vessel, Jin dynasty (265-420)
Located in seoul, KR
An early yue celadon jar with a globular body, a short tubular spout, and a single handle attached at the shoulder. The vessel is coated with a grey-green celadon glaze, unevenly app...
Category

East Asian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Stoneware

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