Carved Antiquities

Technique: Carved

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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15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Tang Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Celestial being(Apsara) Stone Statue, Northern Wei-Tang Dynasty

$8,900

Cizhou Rectangular Pillow with Carved Decoration, Yuan Dynasty

Located in seoul, KR

Cizhou ware is known for its robust forms and freely applied decoration, often featuring a white slip under clear glaze. The pillow is rectangular, with a slightly curved top surface to accommodate the head of the sleeper. The decoration on this pillow features an incised design, delineated with fine lines to create a clear and simplistic representation. The motif includes floral elements, likely peony or chrysanthemum, and foliage, which were popular during the Song and Yuan periods. The carving is subtle yet skillful, showing the artistry and aesthetic preferences of the era. Period : Yuan Dynasty, 13th-14th Century Type : Pillow Medium : Cizhou Ware Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong Reference : 1) Datong Museum - Cizhou Pillow...

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15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Cizhou Rectangular Pillow with Carved Decoration, Yuan Dynasty

$4,990

Monumental Buddha Torso White Marble Sculpture - Tang Dynasty China 618-907 AD

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

Beautiful and impressive early Tang white marble sculpture of headless Buddha, dressed in an elegant pleated toga. China. 618-907 AD. A true collectors piece. This magnificent piece...

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Marble

Monumental Buddha Torso White Marble Sculpture - Tang Dynasty China 618-907 AD

$43,750

SMALL ANTIQUE ORIENTAL COPPER BRONZE REPOUSSE JEWELLERY BOX DEPICTING CHICKENs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely small antique circa 1900-1920 bronzed and copper Oriental Jewelry trinket box with Repoussé top ...

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Wood

SMALL ANTIQUE ORIENTAL COPPER BRONZE REPOUSSE JEWELLERY BOX DEPICTING CHICKENs

$402

13thC Northern Thai Haripunchai Terracotta Standing Buddha-Rare - 7762

Located in Ukiah, CA

Rare 13thC Northern Thai Haripunchai terracotta standing Buddha. Extremely hard to find in complete condition. Significant wear, though the expressiv...

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15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Terracotta

13thC Northern Thai Haripunchai Terracotta Standing Buddha-Rare - 7762

$3,750

Rare Yue Celadon-Glazed Figural Vessel, Western Jin dynasty (265-420)

Located in seoul, KR

This vessel is well-modeled as a recumbent winged lion with detailed decorative elements. It features a grimacing face with large protruberant eyes under heavy brows and a gaping mou...

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15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Han Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Celadon

Rare Yue Celadon-Glazed Figural Vessel, Western Jin dynasty (265-420)

$15,900

Heavenly Beings Carved Limestone Stele Fragment, Northern/Eastern Wei Dynasty

Located in seoul, KR

Flying two heavenly beings depicted in the stone. They are celestial beings called an Apsara. While having the same fragment and shape, another work I uploaded exhibits small dots on...

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15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Han Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Limestone

Heavenly Beings Carved Limestone Stele Fragment, Northern/Eastern Wei Dynasty

$15,000

Antique Chinese Carved Carnelian Mini Vase

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Mini Antique Chinese Carved Carnelian Vase Mini antique Chinese carved carnelian vase. This delicate piece features an intricate design, with floral motifs carved into the surface of...

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20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Carved Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Antique Chinese Carved Carnelian Mini Vase

$1,000

Shaped Antique Oval Chinese Plate

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Shaped antique oval Chinese plate from my private collection: simply elegant, for any use on any table. It's one of my private collection, about 35 years...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Celadon

Shaped Antique Oval Chinese Plate

$598

Japanese 14/15thC Wood "Baby Buddha" Pointing Toward Heaven and Earth, 5561

Located in Ukiah, CA

This is an extraordinary and very early "baby Buddha" pointing toward heaven and earth as witness to his birth. In amazing condition for 600+-year-old wood...

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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese 14/15thC Wood "Baby Buddha" Pointing Toward Heaven and Earth, 5561

$2,892 Sale Price

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STUNNING CHINESE EXPORT HAND CARVED WOOD DRAGON MANTLE CLOCK CANDLESTiCKS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1880-1920 Chinese Export hand carved dragon mantle clock with matching candlesticks A good looking and expertly carved suite...

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Wood

STUNNING CHINESE EXPORT HAND CARVED WOOD DRAGON MANTLE CLOCK CANDLESTiCKS

$3,069 / set

Old Rare Afghan Musical Instrument like a Sculpture

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Lovely old "Saranji", rare Afghan musical instrument. It's an oriental lute from Naxçivan, the town which owes its origine to the tribe Nakh. In Your home it may be like a sculpture ...

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Mid-18th Century Afghan Other Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Fruitwood

Old Rare Afghan Musical Instrument like a Sculpture

$1,437

Pair of Han Dynasty Seated Figures

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of seated pottery figures, Han dynasty (2nd century BC to 2nd century AD). The taller of the two sits very still and upright, his hands folded into his sleeves, gazing straight ...

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Han Dynasty Seated Figures

$1,250 / set

Carved wooden arch with two angel musicians, India, Tamil Nadu, 19th c.

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare carved wooden arch, formerly painted, with two musician angels in a floral decor. Probably from a Christian shrine in Tamil Nadu, South India. 18th or 19th c. 91x57 In the col...

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Mid-19th Century Indian Antique Carved Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Carved wooden arch with two angel musicians, India, Tamil Nadu, 19th c.

$10,181

12 Calming Spaces Inspired by Japanese Design

From cherry-blossom-adorned walls paired with glamorous lighting to wood-paneled ceilings above checkerboard-patterned chairs, these 12 spaces seamlessly blend Eastern and Western aesthetics.