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Period: 20th Century
Wooden Display Stand, Bonsai Stand, Object, Japanese Antique, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an antique display stand made from old wood from the Taisho era. In Japan, it was used as a stand for Bonsai. It is made of cherry wood and features a lacquer finish. It gives you a sense of the powerful grandeur of nature and has a timeless dignity. This display stand can be used in a wide variety of ways, including as a display stand, flower stand, bonsai stand...
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Taisho 20th Century Antiquities

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Wood

"Usu", Hand-carved, Wabi-sabi, Early 20th Century, Japan
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
"Usu" is a traditional Japanese tool with a deep cultural significance, particularly in the culinary arts. This unique item typically features a large wooden or stone bowl with a fla...
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Japanese Folk Art 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Large Handpainted Asian parasol on rice paper - Chinese cranes and bambo Ø 215cm
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Handpainted Asian parasol on rice paper - Chinese cranes and bambo Ø 215cm - Gabriella Savoye Signed Asian decoration - Vintage - Feng Shui Measures : Ø 215cm H215cm Material : Bamb...
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Chinese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Unique Chinese Alocasia Floral Tree in Gilt Cloisonné Pot
Located in Brea, CA
A unique 25'' Chinese Jade floral tree composed of metal bending arms supporting spinach green Jade leafs and White Jade Alocasia flowers, sits insi...
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Chinese Chinoiserie 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Jade

Boro7 Japanese Antiques Old Embroidered Indigo Dyed Cloth Tapestry
Located in Niiza, JP
size: φ1900㎜ 700g Estimate packing size: 35×65×15㎝ 4kg This is an antique Japanese indigo-dyed cloth. It is thought to have been used as a furoshiki (wrapping cloth) for wrapping th...
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Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Cotton

Antique Wood Chest
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique chest with remnants of the original color. We only source the best. This bench was sourced in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a J...
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Japanese Meiji Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Mah-Jong Game Set
Located in Pomona, CA
Up for your consideration is an exquisite Antique Chinese Mah-jong set, dating back to circa 1920s. The tiles are made of bamboo with Bakelite on the front that has embossed and han...
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Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bamboo, Bakelite

Antique Iraqi Silver and Lapis Lazuli Miniature Teapot, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Iraqi silver teapot; an addition to our diverse Asian teaware collection. This fine antique Iraqi silver miniature teapot has a pumpkin shaped form onto a shaped cinquefoil foot. Each panel of the body is embellished with an applied oriental figure standing amidst clouds and waving a flag, apart from the posterior panel which depicts a foliate design. This Iraqi silver teapot is fitted with a subtly panelled push fit hallmarked cover surmounted with a collet set lapis lazuli finial. This antique teapot is fitted with an impressive handle entwined with applied foliate and tendril ornamentation extending from the aforementioned posterior panel to the body. The teapot is fitted with an impressive plain swan necked spout. The swept foot is ornamented with five chased paralleling scrolling designs. The hallmark to the interior of this impressive miniature teapot denotes the purity as .800 standard silver (800/1000). Condition This antique miniature teapot...
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Iraqi Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Antique Handpainted Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Bowl
Located in Brea, CA
an antique handpainted red Chinese porcelain big bowl, there is a pattern in the bottom of the bowl, mark hand painted. , Measures: 10” x 4.5 ''bow...
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Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Decorative Chinese Box
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Decorative Chinese box origin China, Canton for export hand painted circa 1930.
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Asian Chinoiserie Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Decorative Chinese Box
Decorative Chinese Box
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Antique Japanese todana tansu - 20th
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Antique Japanese todana tansu. Wear consistent with age and use. Asian - Regional Art - Minimalism Antique Japanese todana tansu. 2 sliding doors with wide horizontal slats. Iron har...
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Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Antique Silk Japanese Kimono Belt, 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Hitoe Obi made in Japan around 1970s. Obi is a belt of varying size and shape worn with both traditional Japanese clothing like Kimono....
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Japanese Antique Wooden Bowl, 1910s–1940s - Japandi Wabi-Sabi Primitive
Located in Chiba, Chiba
A Japanese antique wooden bowl dating from the 1910s–1940s. Once used in daily life as a functional folk craft, the piece is hand-carved from a solid block of wood—its exact species ...
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Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Boro8 Japanese Antiques Old Embroidered Indigo Dyed Cloth Tapestry
Located in Niiza, JP
size: 1600×2000㎜ 900g ※It's not a square, so it's just an estimate. Estimate packing size: 35×60×15㎝ 4kg This is an antique Japanese indigo-dyed cloth. It is thought to have been us...
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Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

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Cotton

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb American Mid-Century Beige Painted
Located in Queens, NY
"American Mid-Century 12-drawer wooden dresser with a beige painted and lacquered finish, clear resin globe drawer pulls, and a Chinese-style bracket base. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FO...
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American Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Resin

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". ...
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Japanese Arts and Crafts 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases
Located in Brea, CA
A pair of antique Chinese porcelain vases with very beautiful hand paint. Excellent condition, measures: 12” x 8 '', the mouth of the vase is 5.5'', the bottom of the vase is 6.5, se...
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Chinese Qing 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug, Wool, Hand-knotted, Circa 1900, 10’ x 16’
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Bakhtiari carpet was created, circa 1900 by the workshop of master weaver Ardal, one of the foremost master weavers of his time. The colorat...
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Persian 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

Chinese Decorative Wall Plate with Birds
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...
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Chinese Chinese Export Antique 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Export Silver Goblet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver goblet; an addition to our wine and drinks related silverware collection. This exceptional antique Chinese Export silver (CES) goblet has a circular bell shaped form a shaped stem and plain circular stepped foot. The drinking vessel of this silver wine goblet is embellished with impressive engraved bamboo stems emanating from the lower portion. The embossed stem of this impressive solid silver goblet...
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Hong Kong Chinese Export Antique 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Antique Cubby Style Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Antique teak wood cabinet with an espresso lacquer. Great storage or organizer. Circa 1950. This cabinet was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty ...
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Indonesian Minimalist Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak

Traditonal Antique 1900s Wool Persian Jajim Kilim Rug, 9 x 9
Located in New York, NY
This antique Persian Jajim Kilim circa 1900 consists of a combination of handspun wools - some vegetable dyed and some undyed. It exhibits a linear, interlaced pattern in the style o...
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Persian Kilim Antique 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Export Silver Stand and Egg Cruet Set for Six Persons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Chinese export silver egg cruet set for six persons; part of our Asian silverware collection. This exceptional antique Chinese export silver egg cruet set consists of six egg cups and six associated spoons, displayed on a functional purpose-made stand. The original hallmarked egg...
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Chinese Antique 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Antique Wool Persian Kermanshah Rug, Circa 1880, Hand-knotted, 8 x 11
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Kermanshah carpet circa 1880 consists of handspun wool and vegetable dyes. The size is 8'4" x 10'10", and it is in excellent antique condition. Orley Shabahang takes pri...
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Persian Kirman 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

Vintage Japanese Bamboo and Paper Uchiwa Fan, 20th Century
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A rare example of a traditional Japanese uchiwa fan, featuring a bold green and cream graphic composition. The rigid flat surface, crafted from bamboo spokes and paper overlay, retai...
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Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Japanese Antique Keyaki Wood Flower Vase, 1950s–1960s - Japandi Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
A Japanese antique flower vase crafted from keyaki (zelkova), dating from the 1950s–1960s. The richly grained surface expresses the natural character of the wood, while the gentle, r...
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Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese Sphere Toy, Japan, Wabi Sabi, 20th Century / Japanese object
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A charming antique Japanese wooden ball toy, hand-carved with a striking radial design. Crafted from richly toned wood with beautifully aged patina, it embodies both the simplicity a...
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Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Vase by Kinkozan, Meiji Period
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Vase by Kinkozan, Meiji period (1868-1912) The body inset with two panels, one depicting figures seated around a table, the other painted with a joyful scene in a shrine, all reserved on a blue ground decorated with a gilt flower pattern, signed Nihon Kyoto Kinkozan zo...
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20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Soapstone Carving Bird and Fruit on Wooden Stand
Located in Norton, MA
Chinese Soapstone Carving Bird and Fruit on Wooden Stand in different natural colors, H 5 cm(2 in.) x W 16 cm(6.5 in.) Wood base: 3/4".
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Chinese Qing 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Tibet Vintage Pair Amulet Pendants Nine And Four Eye Dzi Beads
Located in South Burlington, VT
A unique pair (2), valuable and powerful Protection Amulet Dzi from Tibet An old Tibetan or Central Asian nine and four eye agates Dzi Beads dating to the ...
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Chinese Qing 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Agate

Antique 1900s Persian Malayer Rug with Herati Mahi Design, 7 x 10
Located in New York, NY
Discover a rare 7' x 10' gem from the heart of Persia: this early-1900s hand-knotted Malayer carpet features the distinctive “Herati Mahi” (fish) motif—an elegant emblem of Persian r...
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Persian Malayer 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

Japanese Antique Men s Bleu Kimono FUJI Daikan Yokoyama 1980s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a men's silk Kimono. On the back of this kimono, there is a design/motif of Fuji Mountain. This M.Fuji is the painting which is inspired by an artist Daikan YOKOYAMA. He is ...
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Japanese Showa Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

1920-1940s Rare Japanese Imperial Army Officer Hat with Storage Box
Located in Fukuoka, JP
A Rare Japanese Imperial Army Officer Hat with Original Metal Box. This rare Japanese Imperial Army officer hat is a stunning example of Japanese mi...
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Japanese Taisho 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Export Silver Goblet Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver goblet; an addition to our wine and drinks related silverware collection. This exceptional antique Chinese Export silver (CES) goblet has a circular bell shaped form a shaped stem and plain circular stepped foot. The drinking vessel of this Chinese silver goblet...
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Chinese Antique 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silver

China Republic 1912-1960 Inside Paint Carved Rock Crystal Vase Silver Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
An impressive China inside-painted vase in rock crystal. Beautiful and one-of-a-kind art-piece. created in China during the first years of the China-republic, circa 1912-1949. Thi...
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Chinese Chinese Export Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Uzbekistan, Tajikistan: a Rare, Old ‘Bridal Crown’ 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Uzbekistan, Tajikistan: a rare, old ‘bridal crown’ made of silver, gilded in parts, with turquoise coloured ornamental stones, glass, coral, and many pend...
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Uzbek Modern 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Antique Japanese todana tansu.
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Antique Japanese todana tansu. Wear consistent with age and use. Asian - Regional Art - Minimalism Antique Japanese todana tansu. 2 sliding doors with wide horizontal slats. Iron...
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20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Softwood

Japanese Antique Black Cabinets, Wabi-Sabi, Early 20th Century
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is a Japanese antique furniture made in the Taisho period (1912-1926). It has four drawers with copper handles from that time. The base of the handles is decorated with a typic...
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Japanese Taisho 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

17/18thC Antique Vietnamese Bronze Shiva, 7903
Located in Ukiah, CA
Very rare antique Vietnamese bronze Shiva. 6 inches tall, 7.25 inches on a custom stand. Has many Cham features. While he looks to have significant a...
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Vietnamese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Iron Candlestick, 1910s–1930s - Japandi Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
A Japanese antique iron candlestick dating from the 1910s–1930s. Its gently worn surface, marked by rust and time, gives the piece a quiet depth, whi...
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Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Kannon Statue in Organic Bark Form, Japan, 20th Century / Japanese, Sculpture
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
An evocative and beautifully hand-carved wooden sculpture of Kannon, delicately enshrined within a natural bark-like form. This piece blends devotional reverence with organic artistr...
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Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese Vintage Kimono Silk Belt Gold flowers Maru-obi 1920s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Maru Obi made in Japan around 1920s. Obi is a belt of varying size and shape worn with both traditional Japanese clothing like Kimono.Obi are categorised by their design,...
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Japanese Taisho Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Antique Sandstone Cat Fountainhead or Capital Architectural Fragment
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique figural fountainhead or architectural element. In sandstone. In the form of a cat. Likely from the Ottoman Empire (1299 - 1922) but possibly from some other, older Eurasian civilization. Mounted in a metal museum mount. Simply a wonderful antique architectural artifact...
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Turkish Islamic 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Sandstone

Old Tibetan Conch Trumpet Horn
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional Old Tibetan Conch Shell Trumpet horn, decorated with a Silver cover and semi-precious Stones Turquoise and Coral, good old patina and w...
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Tibetan Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Wooden Low Table, Japanese Antique, Wabi-Sabi, Mingei
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an antique wooden low table from the Meiji period. It is thought to have once been used as a stand for a brazier, making it a valuable item that evokes the spirit of the tim...
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Taisho 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Primitive Japanese Flower Stand, Wooden Stools, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an old Japanese stool made in the Taisho period (1913-1930s). It was made by reusing the iron frame of a bicycle at a time when supplies were scarce. The wooden part is made...
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Taisho 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese Porcelain Sake Cup Ochoko Leaves 1960s Kutani ware
Located in Paris, FR
This is a small cup for drinking sake. It is called Ochoko in Japanese. It was made in showa era around 1960s. It is made with porcelain and all hand painted. This is Kutani ware. ...
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Japanese Showa Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Andon Paper Lantern for Tea Ceremony
Located in Fukuoka, JP
A Beautiful Japanese Andon Lantern for Tea Ceremony. This beautiful Japanese andon lantern is a stunning example of Japanese craftsmanship. It is made o...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Paper

Kalaga Burmese tapestry – dancers and parrots – mid 20th - Burma Myanmar Asia
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Original Burmese Kalaga-style tapestry, dating from the 20th century. Tapestry, panel, or wall hanging depicting two dancers and four parrots in relief. The tapestry is richly embro...
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Burmese 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Tapestry, Velvet, Sequins

Antique 1900s Persian Meeshan Malayer Rug, Garden Design, Wool, 8 x 16
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Meeshan Malayer carpet created, circa 1900 consists of a cotton warp, wool weft, hand-knotted wool pile and organic vegetable dyes. Its vivid greens, blues and reds are ...
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Persian Malayer Antique 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

Ethnographic Fish Scale Hat Handmade Molucca, Indonesia.
Located in Leuven , BE
Ethnographic Fish Scale Hat Handmade Molucca, Indonesia.
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Indonesian 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Animal Skin

Japanese Antiques Keizo Yagisawa (Sokan) A Flower Basket Bamboo Craft with Box
Located in Niiza, JP
A bamboo craft artist who studied under Living National Treasure Katsushiro Souho. Established the "Yagisawa Bamboo Workshop" in Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture Specializes in detailed m...
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Japanese 20th Century Antiquities

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Bamboo

Japanese antique cabinet with wooden lattice doors, Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is a tasteful Japanese-style storage shelf made in the Meiji period. Made of durable cedar wood. The sliding door is decorated with delicate frosted glass and wooden latticewor...
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Japanese Meiji 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Antique 1920s Persian Bibibaft Bakhtiari Rug, Queen Weave, 5 x 7
Located in New York, NY
This 1920 Bibibaft Bakhtiari is an improvisational piece of exceptionally fine quality. It consists of a cotton warp, handspun wool weft and hand-knotted handspun wool pile, and its ...
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Persian Vintage 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

Antique 1910s Persian Chahal Shotor Bakhtiari Rug, Wool, 4 x 7
Located in New York, NY
This 1910 Bakhtiari rug from the village of Chahal Shotor consists of a cotton warp and handspun wool weft and hand-knotted pile. Its beautiful bright colors are derived from organic...
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Persian 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

Antique 1900s Persian Zelesultan Rug, 5 x 7
Located in New York, NY
This Persian Zelesultan (or "King's Shadow") carpet was created, circa 1900 using a cotton warp and weft, hand-knotted wool pile and natural vegetable dyes. Commissioned by a prince ...
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Persian 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wool

Antique Tibetan Buddhist Conch Shell with Turquoise, Coral inlay
Located in Pomona, CA
This is handcrafted Tibetan Buddhist Natural Conch Shell made from 100% natural Conch shell with Tibetan ogled, Turquoise, Coral and stones. Conch Shell are used in Buddhist worship ...
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Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Shell

Early 20th Century Chinese Wooden Rice Measure with Copper Fittings
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Early 20th Century Chinese Wooden Rice Measure with Copper Fittings – Collectible with Rich Patina Description: This authentic Chinese rice measure, crafted in wood with copper and blackened metal fittings, dates from the early 20th century and was traditionally used for measuring and transporting rice. Featuring hand-assembled wooden planks joined with metal corner reinforcements, this piece displays a rich brown patina that testifies to its age and use. A functional tool of rural Chinese life, it now stands as a beautiful decorative object or collector's piece, ideal for adding authentic character and cultural depth to an interior. Key features include: Traditional Chinese Craftsmanship: Constructed with fine wooden planks, joined and stabilized with blackened metal brackets and copper fittings, this measure showcases practical design rooted in vernacular tradition. Warm Natural Patina: The deep brown wood tones and aged copper highlights reveal a beautiful oxidation and surface wear, offering an aesthetic of timeworn authenticity. Early 20th Century Origin: Made in China in the early 1900s, this piece reflects a period when such tools were essential daily implements—now repurposed as vintage decor. Versatile Decorative Use: Perfect as a sculptural centerpiece, storage box, or planter base, it adds texture and history to both rustic and modern interiors. Collector’s Appeal: A sought-after item for collectors of antique Asian objects, particularly those interested in domestic cultural heritage pieces. Solid & Sculptural Form: With its boxy shape and visible joinery, the piece feels both grounded and graphic, bringing architectural strength to its setting. This Chinese rice measure is more than a historic vessel—it’s a symbol of cultural heritage, honest craftsmanship, and functional beauty, ready to enrich contemporary spaces with vintage soul. Keywords: antique Chinese rice measure, early 20th-century wooden vessel, vintage Asian storage box...
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Chinese Chinese Chippendale 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Chinese Han Dynasty-Style Patinated Bronze Canister with Animal Figurine Lid
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese Han Dynasty-style copy of a patinated bronze canister with a slight concave form etched in subtle patterns, sitting atop three paw-like...
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Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Table, Early 20th Century
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
A round table with a soft silhouette that exudes warmth. The material used is high-quality ash. The strong grain and gentle design are in perfect harmony. The color is light, but t...
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Japanese Taisho 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

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