Very Large Scale Bronze Gong with Striker

19th century Burmese bronze temple bell with original carved hardwood stand, painted iron hanging bracket, and striker. This rare large scale cast bronze bell has a splendid sculptural and spiritual presence. The bell has a long inscription on the upper part. The offering of a bronze bell to a monastery or temple was considered second only to the offering of a Buddha image as an act of merit (kutho). Such bells were cast using the lost wax (cire perdue) method. Casting of such bells was auspicious with specific rituals being performed by the caster and sponsors to ensure the appropriate blessings. The bell here, as with all such Burmese bells...

Antique very large pair of fine quality Japanese bronze vases C1910 Meiji Period. Would look amazing in the right location. Rare large size and design. Overall maximum dimensi...

Antique very large pair of fine quality Japanese bronze vases C1900 Meiji Period. Would look amazing in the right location. Rare large size and design. Overall maximum dimensi...

Large-scale chinoiserie pagoda, seven-tier, white painted tôle Vintage large-scale white metal (tôle) pagoda. Rare and stunning scale and detailing, including little bells on each tier. Each level graduates from 10" at the bottom level to 6" at the top level. It is an impressive piece, whimsical and charming, and very very chic. Can be easily dismantled in tiers for shipping. Chinoiserie-inspired decoration has entranced generations of discerning collectors from 18th-Century France to Hollywood Regency. The architectural and columnar shape of this piece frames a space. Probable prior provenance: John Rosselli Antiques.

Antique large quality Japanese bronze Champleve enamel vase C1900. Would look amazing in the right location. Rare large size and design. O...

Antique large quality Chinese brass bronze Champleve enamel vase C1920. Four sided rhomboidal form. Would look amazing in the right location....

A very decorative large coloured painted metal fish with candleholder. This beautiful fish made by a Jodhpur ironworker is painted and patinated by hand. Wonderful decorative object,...

A heavy and finely cast Japanese bronze mirror with longevity symbols, Edo Period, 18th century, Japan. The small, round mirror with high walls...

A Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lanterns Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji, Edo Period, 19th century Japanese cloisonne lanterns were made during the Meiji period, from the la...

Antique Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases - Exquisite Meiji Period Presentation Pieces! These magnificent Japanese bronze vases, dating back to the Meiji Period and dated 190...