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Place of Origin: East Asian
Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Bronze Ruyi With Jade Inlay
Located in Pomona, CA
Look at this magnificent Chinese Bronze Ruyi. It shows very detailed handcraft works on it. It is all handmade and hand-carved jade inlay Ruyi. Ruyi is a curved decorative object tha...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Jade, Bronze

No.2 of 2, Chinese Jade Bonsai Tree with Jade Pot
Located in Skien, NO
One of a pair No. 2– Stunning Chinese handcrafted Bonsai Tree/Flower in white and green / gray white and green jade (for the leaves) and agate/hardstone (for the pink and yellow flow...
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20th Century Qing East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Jade

Set of 3 Calligraphy Brushes Blue and White
Located in Somis, CA
A set of 3 beautiful porcelain handle Chinese calligraphy brushes. The handles with hand painted round and oval porcelain balls of longevity motifs and basketweave, in classic, timeless blue and white...
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Late 20th Century East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Porcelain

1 of 2, Chinese Jade Bonsai Tree with Jade Pot- No. 1
Located in Skien, NO
One of a pair No. 1 – Stunning Chinese handcrafted Bonsai Tree/Flower in white and green / gray white and green jade (for the leaves) and agate/hardstone (for the pink and yellow flo...
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20th Century Qing East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Jade

Republic Period Chinese Carved Fluorite Scholars Ceremonial Libation Cup
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Fine Antique Chinese Carved Fluorite Libation Cup. Beautiful natural striations through the piece with vibrant colors photographed under light. No chips or unnatural cracks.
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Early 20th Century East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Precious Stone

Pair Antique Jade Red Agate Bookends Engraved Solid Brass
Located in Somis, CA
A rare, beautiful pair of antique Chinese bookends. Showcasing the beauty of translucent white jade with clarity almost to transparency, hand-carved dep...
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20th Century East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Jade, Brass

Rare Chinese Antique Black and White Lingbi Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Chinese scholar stone of Lingbi type presented on a carved wood base. This stone takes a singular vertical form with one convex side that is largely flat, and the other side slight...
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19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Japanese antique appreciation stone/penis-shaped stone/strange stone
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have a unique Japanese aesthetic sense. And only we can introduce unique items through our purchasing channels in Japan and the experience we have gained so far, in such a way that no one else can imitate. This is a stone carved in the image of an old Japanese male genitalia. There is a possibility that it was a natural stone that had been carved by the running water of a river for a long time, but it is more likely that it was carved artificially. In Japan, objects in the shape of male and female genitalia have been made for a long time. The materials used are stone and wood. In the case of stone, some are made from 3,000 yen to 4,000 years ago. At that time, it was used in ceremonies to pray for the prosperity of descendants. In the case of this stone, it was probably dedicated to shrines and village shrines in hopes of prosperity of descendants. This stone is believed to be from before the Edo period. Because two types of rocks are mixed, the color contrast is beautiful. I prepared the pedestal. Also, there are some shallow cracks, but there is no need to worry about breaking the stone. Wooden penises...
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Early 18th Century Other Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Vintage Chinese Inside Painted Glass Snuff Bottle IPSB Court Ladies Poem 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
A vintage Chinese inside painted faceted glass snuff bottle, hand decorated with 3 court ladies in traditional dress on one side, with poetic versus to verso, and raised on a carved ...
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20th Century Qing East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Cut Glass

Antique 16th C Ming Jiajing Stemcup Chinese Porcelain Blue and white in Tibet
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this lovely stemcup with wrapping. Dating: Jiajing, 16th century. Condition: Size: DiameterxHeight Condition Rimfritting, 3 hairlines. Size 13 x 10.5cm Period 16t...
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16th Century Ming Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Extraordinary Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone Rare Form on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning Taihu scholar stone in an unusual horizonal balanced form perched on a custom wood stand. The stone, in a nearly pure greyish white color, display a weathered smooth surfa...
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19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Japanese Woven Bamboo Ikebana Basket by Jin Morigami
By Morigami Jin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This small and delicate hand-woven ikebana basket (Hanakago) was made by Japanese Bamboo artist Jin Morigami (1955-) circa 2005. The baluster vase form ba...
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Early 2000s Modern East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Early 20th century Korean Garment Brush
Located in Chiba, JP
Old Korean garment brush used for hemp textile as scarce exposed type without covered grip, early 20th century, approx. L 24cm (9.44in), in used conditio...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Other

Chinese Calligraphy Brush Bone Handle
Located in Somis, CA
Beautiful Chinese calligraphy brush with handmade bone handle. A beautiful brush that is perfect for making art or as an design element. Bone ferrule and h...
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2010s East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Bone

Japanese "Suiseki" Mountain View Scholar s Stone / Elegant Mountain Scenery
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stone mined in Japan. Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient times, rocks in the mountains have been shaved and stones for viewing have been quarried. Such stones for appreciation are collectively called "suiseki". Suiseki means "water" and "stone". The name comes from the fact that I enjoyed pouring water on the stones and changing the color of the stones. And this item is also Suiseki, but it is for viewing without splashing water. It is made with the image of a mountain view. The flow of the river...
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Mid-20th Century Showa East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

China, Carved Agate Brush Rinser / washer, 19th Century
Located in Bilzen, BE
China, single piece carved Agate Brush washer / Rinser, 19th Century 7.5 x 9.3 cm, height 4.5 cm
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19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Agate

Extraordinary Chinese Scholar Ying Stone on Stand with Collector Seal
Located in Atlanta, GA
On offer is a vertical Chinese scholar rock balanced on a carved wood display stand. The specimen is a wonderful example of Ying (or Yingde) stone, one of the four famed stone types known to Chinese literati and a less common type than Lingbi or Taihu. Gray in color, it has an extraordinary upright form rising from a small stem, like an "Avatar Mountain" peeking out of the mist. Visually it feels impossible for the stone to balance on its thin stem and the wood base. The illusion is due to the thickness of the depth which is not immediately visible from front or back. This type of exotic form was highly desired by the collector. The surface is remarkable with pronounced schisms, gullies, folding lines, with several formation of openings that give it a grotto and airy feel. Different sceneries are revealed when viewed from different angles, making this one of the most intriguing stones in Tishu Gallery...
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19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Pair Antique Jade Rosewood Bookends
Located in Somis, CA
This exceptional pair of antique bookends is a stunning example of fine craftsmanship and rich symbolism. Crafted from highly prized, solid Brazilian rosewood, the bookends possess a...
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20th Century East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Jade, Brass

Pair Antique Jade Rosewood Bookends
Pair Antique Jade Rosewood Bookends
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Japanese Rare Antique Inlaid Smoking Tansu, Complete 1850
Located in South Burlington, VT
The first we have seen A spectacular and hard to find Inlaid mother of pearly - using the raden technique- and lacquered three-drawer Tansu complete with all original bronze accoutrement including a fine engraved antique long pipe and two removable covered bronze cylinders all executed by expert mid-19th century Edo samurai...
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19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Lacquered Maki-e Fubako Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Japanese lacquered wood fubako (a box used to store document or small scroll painting), circa second half of 19th century late Edo period. The rectangular box features an unusually deep lipped lid with slightly rounded corners, a conforming lower box that is almost entirely covered by the lid which has two bronze medallion rings with tasseled...
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19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Asian Scholar Stone
Located in Winnetka, IL
Gongshi (chinese)also known as scholars rocks are naturally occurring or shaped rocks which are traditionally appreciated by chinese scholars. they can be any color and are in chines...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Japanese Woven Bamboo Ikebana Vase by Jin Morigami
By Morigami Jin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Entitled Toujingasa (Chinese Hat). this delicate hand-woven ikebana basket was made by Japanese Bamboo artist Jin Morigami (1955-) circa 2005. Constructed...
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Early 2000s Modern East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Japanese Shino Ware Chawan Tea Bowl
Located in Atlanta, GA
On offer is a Japanese ceramic tea bowl (chawan) used in the traditional chado ceremony. The bowl was potted in clog form with a ring foot shaved extremely low. Its size and harmonious proportion make it perfect to be held in both hands during chado. Classified as shino ware...
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18th Century Edo Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Calligraphy Brush Serpentine Barrels 15" Misty Mountains
Located in Somis, CA
A testament to traditional craftsmanship, this large Chinese calligraphy brush is skillfully handcrafted with beautiful large serpentine barrel beads. The carefully chosen gemstone s...
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20th Century East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Serpentine

Japanese tea tray in red and black lacquer
Located in PARIS, FR
Tea tray realized in a tormented form recalling the knots of old grown roots and stumps. The bottom is lacquered red while the outlines are lacquered black, the outside of the tray i...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Bentwood, Lacquer

Japanese "Suiseki" Makkouseki from Ehime
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stone mined in Japan. Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient times, rocks in the mountains have been shaved and stones for viewing have been quarried. Such stone...
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Mid-20th Century Showa East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Antique Chinese Chalcedony “Peanut and Jujube” Snuff Bottle
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese Chalcedony “Peanut and Jujube” Snuff Bottle, Qing Dynasty. The large pear shaped striated stone carving of a caramel colored jujube fruit (Chinese date) and two beige...
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19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Agate

Chinese Hetian Jade Archers Ring
Located in Bradenton, FL
Nicely colored jade Chinese archer ring that feel oh-so-soft, heavy and cold to the touch. Jade archer rings with very soft hand polished finish that ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Jade

A Chinese Hardwood Gnarled Root Brush Pot, Late 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Chinese Hardwood Gnarled Root Brush Pot, Late 19th Century This decorative container is used to hold writing brushes and popular during the Qing dynasty (1644–1911). It was revere...
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Late 19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Chinese Gray Scholar s Rock
Located in Hudson, NY
Chinese Gray Scholar's Rock, of naturalistic form, on early 19th century rosewood stand.
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Early 19th Century Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

A Chinese Shagreen Glasses Case, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Chinese Shagreen Glasses Case, 19th Century This Chinese spectacle case is carved from wood with a striking shagreen covering. The case dates from ...
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19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Metal

Large Chinese Horizontal Gray Lingbi Scholar Stone with Grotto on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A wonderfully formed Chinese scholar stone of Lingbi type presented on a carved wood base with curvy conforming contour. Impressive in size and substantial in weight, this grey Lingb...
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19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Exquisite Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Suzuribako by Koma Kyūhaku Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
One of the finest Japanese Maki-e Suzuribakos (ink box) we have on offer, the roiro color box showcases an ambient nocturnal scene in which two shakudo inlaid crows perched on the ha...
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Early 19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone, Metal

Late 19th Century Chinese Mother of Pearl Snuff Bottles
Located in Chicago, IL
A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...
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Late 19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

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Bone, Mother-of-Pearl

Japanese Early Ceramic Teacup with Tomobako by Mihara Ken
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic teacup by Japanese potter Mihara Ken (b.1958) made in his early career circa 1991. The stoneware teacup of this particular shape is known in Japa...
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1990s Modern East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Snuff Bottle Birds Blossoms Late 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
This vintage Chinese snuff bottle from the Republic of China period is a charming example of famille rose porcelain, renowned for its soft...
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1980s Qing Vintage East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Old Memorial Stone Seated Buddha, 18 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
Simple Memorial Buddha A single stone seated Buddha in meditation and who complacently sits with Kanj engraved to each side of this sculpture Good garden candidate .In Japan, Kṣi...
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Early 20th Century Taisho East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Fine Antique Korean Ceramic Water Dropper Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine porcelain water dropper from Korea circa 19th century of the late Joseon Dynasty. Water dropper is one of the essential scholar objects in the Confucius Joseon society where ink calligraphy was considered an important cultivation of an educated man. The water dropper is a small contained made to drop the water onto the ink stone to grind the ink stick for writing. These miniature objects were made in various forms as little wonders as a desktop accessory for the Scholar's study. The water dropper on offer was made of porcelain and covered in a grey celadon glaze. It was molded in the form of a beach with finely sculpted stalk and leaves. A slight red was dotted on the two openings. The surface also has a carved grape or pomegranate motifs under the glaze. There is some slightly running of the celadon glaze on top. The base has residues of kiln grits. Although the peach form was perhaps one of the most common ones among the Korean water droppers...
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Early 19th Century Other Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

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Ceramic

Chinese Speckled Green Brush Rest, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Set alongside the four treasures of the study - the calligraphy brush, ink, paper, and inkstone - a brush rest was an essential fixture of the Chinese scholars' desk. This early 19th...
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Early 19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Scholar Stone Tall Slender Lingbi Rock on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A visually arresting tall vertical scholar stone of Lingbi type balanced on a fitted wood base. The rock formation features an elegant slender form of highly sculptural surface with ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Pilgrim’s Jacket (Ohenro-gi) with Heart Sutra Text and Pilgrimage Stamps, Japan
Located in Fukuoka, JP
This rare beige linen pilgrim’s jacket, known as an ohenro-gi, was worn by a Buddhist pilgrim undertaking one of Japan’s sacred pilgrimage routes, most notably the Shikoku circuit of...
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19th Century Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Rare Japanese Ceramic Glazed Inro with Ojime Ogata Kenzan Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Japanese three-section inro made from ceramic with glazed painting with an original ensuite Ojime circa 18th century of Edo period signed by Ogata Kenzan (1663–1743). The circular ...
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18th Century Edo Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Qing Pair Jun-Ware Liver Red Glazed Foo Dogs
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare and attractive pair Chinese Qing Jun-ware Foo dogs decorated in liver red glazes and dating from around 1850. The porcelain dogs are heavily made and stand raised on rectangul...
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1850s Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Red Stone Calligraphy Brush
Located in Chicago, IL
Along with paper, ink and inkstone, the brush is one of the Four Treasures of the scholar’s studio. Arguably the most important tool, the brush served as a direct link to the artist’...
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20th Century East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Chinese Scholar Rock Chrysanthemum Stone
Located in Atlanta, GA
An extraordinary specimen created by nature millions of years ago, this large and stunning Chinese black chrysanthemum stone features white crystalline mineral (calcite and chalcedon...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Export Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Extraordinary Chinese Scholar Rock Ying Stone on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Chinese scholar rock on offer here is a wonderful example of Ying (also known as Yingde stone), a less common type than Lingbi or Taihu. Gray in color, it has an extraordinary up...
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19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Large Chinese Inside Painted Glass Snuff Bottle Water Margin IPSB Ya Qin c.2009
Located in Richmond, CA
This remarkable glass snuff bottle, crafted by the esteemed artist Ya Qing in the spring of 2009, is a masterful example of inside painting. The bottle showcases...
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21st Century and Contemporary Qing East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Cut Glass

Chinese Enamel Milk Glass Snuff Bottle Guyuexuan Old Moon Pavillion Mark 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
This Chinese snuff bottle is a delicate and vibrant piece, crafted from milk glass and adorned with enamel painting. The bottle features a cabochon jade stopper, adding a touch of el...
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Late 20th Century Qing East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Milk Glass

Fine Antique Chinese Carved Cinnabar Applied Gemstones Snuff Bottle R.O.C. 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
This cinnabar snuff bottle from the Republic of China period is a masterful blend of intricate craftsmanship and symbolic artistry. The bottle, i...
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Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Jade

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Green Serpentine Scholar Rock Diety Stone
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, probably late 19th to early 20th century. Super heavy piece, great quality and carving to this antique scholar rock!.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Scholar s Objects

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Serpentine

Japanese "Suiseki" with Pink color / Natural Stone Carving
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stone mined in Japan. Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient times, rocks in the mountains have been shaved and stones for viewing have been quarried. Such stone...
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Mid-20th Century Showa East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Chinese Carved Jadeite Boulder Grotto on Hardwood Stand, 20th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Chinese carved grayish white and green jadeite (fei cui) boulder with a mountain and grotto scene, presented on a fitted carved nanmu hardwood stand, mid to late 20th century,...
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Late 20th Century Qing East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Jade

Large Spectacular Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
One of the most visually arresting Chinese scholar stones (also known as Gong Shi, meditation stone and spirit rock) we have ever had on offer. A massive block of naturally formed wo...
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19th Century Chinoiserie Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Antique Chinese Porcelain Fencai Iron Red Dragon Clouds Snuff Bottle Qing 19c
Located in Richmond, CA
This fine Chinese porcelain snuff bottle is a beautiful example of fencai, or "famille rose," decoration, known for its soft and intricate color palette. The bottle is crafted in a c...
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Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Finley Moulded Ebonized Plaster Brush Pot Bitong Imitating Carved Zitan
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Chinese finely moulded ebonized plaster Brush pot bitong imitating carved zitan 20th century Of cylindrical form, decorated with complex designs depicting Tang ladies entertain...
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20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Scholar s Objects

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Plaster

A Chinese Carved Inkstone, 18th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Chinese Carved Inkstone, 18th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection Acquired in 1980s. Dimensions: Height: 12.5cm. Width: 28.5cm. Depth: 17.5cm.
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18th Century Qing Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

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Stone

Chinese Blue Glass Overlay Globular Snuff Bottle Carved Buddhist Treasures 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
A Chinese blue color Peking glass overlay snuff bottle in globular form, on pale white ground, hand carved and decorated with four Buddhist treasures , on a slightly raised footring,...
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20th Century Qing East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Cut Glass

Antique Chinese Yellow Glass Overlay Large Snuff Bottle Blossoms Late 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
A large vintage Chinese intense lemon yellow glass overlay on clear glass ground snuff bottle, hand carved with a flower on each side, and topped with a tourmaline stopper circa: la...
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Late 20th Century Qing East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Glass

Large Antique Calligraphic Ink Block, Chinese, Soot Ink, Victorian, Circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique calligraphic ink block. A Chinese, boxed soot ink printing stone, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Superb ...
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Stone

Antique Chinese Cameo Carved Mother-Of-Pearl MOP Snuff Bottle PRoC 5/6/7 period
Located in Richmond, CA
This vintage Chinese snuff bottle, exquisitely crafted from mother of pearl (MOP), is a fine example of cameo carving, a technique that c...
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1950s Qing Vintage East Asian Scholar s Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

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