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Place of Origin: East Asian
Pair of Chinese Bamboo Root Carved Peacock Sculptures
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of similar Chinese peacock sculptures carved from the roots of bamboo, utilizing the main section of the root for the bodies, and the "root hair" ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Lion And Crocodile On Wooden Base
Located in Southall, GB
A delightful Meiji Period Japanese bronze lion and crocodile on a root wood base. A skilfully hand crafted piece that encapsulates the splendour of each animal from the lush lions mane and muscular body to the scales and ridges of the toughened skin of the crocodile. The expressions of both the lion and the crocodile are clear and crisp, caught in the midst of a battle for life and death. The lions eyes...
Category
Mid-19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Blanc de Chine Deer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming blanc de chine porcelain deer with painted hoofs.
Category
19th Century Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$6,500
Pair of Han Dynasty pottery Horses and Equestrian Riders
Located in Dallas, TX
A wonderful pair of Ex Sotheby’s painted Polychrome equestrian horse and riders made from gray pottery, presents beautifully and guaranteed authentic with provenance and COA.
Measures: Height 11.5 inches and width 11 inches
Condition: Possible professional restorations but not detectable.
Provenance: Sotheby’s London. 16th November, 1999. Lot 12 (2 of 4 horsed in that lot)
Sotheby’s New York, NY September 14, 2019.
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The importance of the horse in the history and culture of China can be viewed, in part, through the artistic legacy of this great civilization. In sculpture, painting, and literature, horses were glorified and revered. Horses were believed to be related to mythological dragons, reflecting their sacred status within society. During the unification of China under the Han Dynasty, bands of mounted nomadic warriors from the north threatened the country. In order to thwart their attacks, the Chinese sought to import stronger, faster steeds from Central Asia (as opposed to the Mongol ponies used by the invaders), eventually leading to the creation of the Silk Road. This small sculpture of a mounted soldier reveals the crucial military role of the horse. When compared to the diminutive stature of the rider, the importance of the horse becomes readily apparent. This creature provided security and strength, allowing the empire to secure its borders and expand its influences across Central Asia. The magnificent regalia of the horse, including a brilliantly painted saddle in red and green/gold, reflect the respect this animal received. The warrior as well is gorgeously decorated with a painted red tunic and gray chest...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Han Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Asian Temple Horse
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Celebrate the spirit of ancient artistry with this Vintage Asian Temple Horse. Exquisitely crafted with graceful lines and intricate detailing, this sculptural figure reflects the ti...
Category
Late 20th Century East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Monumental Chinese Carved Serpentine Mountain Sculpture
Located in Tarzana, CA
Monumental and impressive Chinese carved serpentine sculpture depicting a continuous forest landscape with a cave, richly carved with all manner of f...
Category
Mid-20th Century East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Serpentine
$58,875 Sale Price / set
25% Off
19th Century Japanese Carved Wood Sculpture of Toads Edo Period Signed
Located in North Miami, FL
Finely carved as a small toads on top of a large toad, the surface finished to resemble the toad's rugged skin, signature on underside. In Japan, the toad is ...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Statue of Deer by GORDON GU
Located in hong kong, HK
Deers often appear among the immortal mountains, implicating longevity and auspiciousness.
A place with deer, good weather comes; a house with deer is a house with prosperity.
In Chi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
$2,550 / item
Pair of Saffron and Green Glazed Foo Dogs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Saffron and Green Glazed Foo Dogs
Category
19th Century Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$1,250 / set
large pair of antique Japanese bronze vases with carp fish, Meiji period
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
A large pair of antique Japanese bronze vases with carp fishes, Meiji period.
The bottle vases have carp in swirls of water, with some ver...
Category
Early 20th Century Meiji East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$2,720 Sale Price
40% Off
Chinese Stone Shoemaker
s Weight with Mother, Cub, and Embroidered Ball
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a solid piece of stone, this weight was originally used by a Shoemaker to press down large pieces of leather. Surrounded by intricate scrollwork and peony blossoms, a gua...
Category
Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Robin
s Egg Foo Dogs on Stands, circa 1890
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Robin's Egg Foo Dogs on Stands, circa 1890
Category
1890s Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Petite Mythical Qilin Figures
Located in Chicago, IL
Despite their muscular frames and fearsome expressions, these petite stone beasts are actually the benevolent creatures known as qilin. Also known as kirin or Chinese unicorns...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
$880 / set
Chinese Guardian
s Tail Inkstone, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Scholarly pursuits such as painting, calligraphy, and poetry were a highly respected and revered subculture in ancient China, and demanded their own set of tools that were not only functional, but also beautiful. One of the "Four Treasures of the Study," inkstones such as this were used to mix dry ink with water for use in calligraphy painting.
This 19th century inkstone is guarded by a mythical fu dog, or shizi, depicted with open jaws and a long mane of flowing curls. Resembling a Buddhist fly whisk...
Category
Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Peacock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exude sophistication with this statuesque vintage ceramic peacock sculpture, a striking example of Hollywood Regency flair blended with Chinois...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ginger Cat by GORDON GU
Located in hong kong, HK
Nature has always been a source of inspiration for artists. It is suitable for various scenarios, whether placed in the living room, bedroom, study at home, or in offices, shops, etc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
$590 / item
Tibetan Equestrian Bronze Sculpture of Horse in Full Harness, 17th Century
Located in New York, NY
This little antique Tibetan equestrian figurine is distinguished not only by the remarkably detailed sculpture of a horse in a complete harness, but also by the high quality of the b...
Category
17th Century Tibetan Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Koma-Inu Head - Sculpture, 19th Century / Mingei sculpture
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
This expressive carved wooden head represents a Koma-Inu — the mythical lion-dog guardians traditionally placed at the entrances of Shinto shrines to ward off evil spirits.
Whether ...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Large Ochre-Glazed Foo Dog Sculptures
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Stunning pair of large ochre-glazed foo dog "guardian lion" sculptures
Category
Early 20th Century East Asian Animal Sculptures
$4,000 Sale Price / set
38% Off
Set of Four Chinese Mythological Gods in Beige Glazed Terracotta
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of four Chinese mythological gods in beige glazed terracotta.
Category
1990s East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Terrific Pair of Hand Molded 19th Century Chinese Foo Lions Foodog,
Aubergine, Chinese, 19th Century,
6-1/2" H
Category
19th Century Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Other
$1,200 / set
Pair of Chinese Hardstone Birds on Wood Stands, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chinese hardstone birds on wood stands, circa 1880.
Category
1880s Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Set of 3 Hand-Carved Sandstone Roosters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 Hand-Carved Sandstone Roosters. China, circa 1920. For the Chinese, rooster symbolism is linked to good luck, wealth, and fortune.
8” H 11” W x 5” D (approximate dimensions...
Category
1920s Rustic Vintage East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Glacier Crystal Leopard Sculpture by GORDON GU
Located in hong kong, HK
Nature has always been a source of inspiration for artists. GORDON GU recreates through the artist's deep understanding of nature through the intentions of n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Antique Chinese Carved Jade Figure of a Phoenix, "Freedom, Eternal Life"
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Chinese late 19th century carved jade figure of a phoenix, "Freedom, Eternal Life."
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Jade
A Japanese Bronze of a Bactrian Camel
Located in Stamford, CT
A sculpted Japanese bronze of a Bactrian camel.
Category
Early 1900s Showa Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sculpture Dog Sichuan Pottery Han Dynasty Period China
Located in New York, NY
Sculpture Sichuan pottery walking Han dynasty period, China. A Han sculpture in the shape of a dog. Of the large number of figurines unearthed in burial sites in the city, pottery dogs are among the most unique. These marvelous animated tomb figurines...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Han Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Two Brass Chinese Figures (Ox
Elephant) - W4000 NUST SELL
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Two Brass Chinese Figures (Ox & Elephant) - W4000
MUST SELL
This is a pair of heavy Chinese brass figurines of an ox and an elephant. They are in very good condition with some resid...
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
$570 Sale Price
40% Off
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Bird of Tree Bark Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century.
Weight: 5 grams
Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen...
Category
20th Century Meiji East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large and Unusual Chinese Bamboo and Wood Eagle Sculpture
Located in London, GB
Large and unusual Chinese bamboo and wood eagle sculpture
Chinese, 20th century
Dimensions: Height 64cm, width 116cm, depth 57cm
This large C...
Category
Early 20th Century East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Beautiful Porcelain Tiger Okimono Object by Shozan
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Beautiful Porcelain Carp Okimono object by Shozan
Very good condition
Mid-20th Century
Size: 25cm x8 , H 12 cm / 10x 3 inch, H. 5 inch
Weight: 640g ( 1.5 lb)
Category
Mid-20th Century Showa East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Meiji period carved hardwood okimono of a prowling tiger C 1900
Located in Central England, GB
This most pleasing hand carved hardwood Japanese Meiji period okimono depicts a muscular prowling tiger. Its body is slightly lowered in a stalking position with its mouth open showi...
Category
Early 20th Century Meiji East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Mid-Century Rat / Rodent Carving / Sculpture in Rosewood
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool mid-century rat / rodent carving / sculpture in rosewood, circa 1970s. The piece measures 2.5" W x 2" D x 4.75" H and is well carved with a wonderful dark grain in the wo...
Category
Mid-20th Century East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Rosewood
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Beautiful Porcelain Horse Okimono Object by Shozan
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Beautiful Porcelain Horse Okimono object by Shozan
Very good condition
Mid-20th Century
Size: 7cm x 16.5cm , H 20.5 cm / 3 x 6.5 inch, H. 8 i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Showa East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Beautiful Porcelain Dog Okimono Object by Shozan
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Beautiful Porcelain Dog Okimono object by Shozan
Very good condition
Mid-20th Century
Size: 22cm x 8cm , H 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 3 inch, H. 6 inch
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Showa East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Turquoise Buddhist Lion
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A Large Chinese Turquoise Ceramic Buddhist Lion Sculpture
17.5"H x 6.5"W x 5"D
Category
Early 20th Century East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Beautiful Signed Miniature Porcelain Tiger Okimono Object
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Beautiful miniature Porcelain Tiger Okimono object
Very good condition
Mid 20th century
Size: 16cm x 4.5cm H 8cm cm / 6.3 x 1.8 inch, H. 3 inch
Weight: 190g ( 0.4 lb)
Inte...
Category
Mid-20th Century Showa East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Boho Shanghai Weave Deer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Invite a touch of whimsical woodland charm and artisanal global flair into your home with this captivating Vintage Shanghai Weave Deer. Masterfully handcrafted, its body is intricate...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Rare and Massive Japanese wood sculpture of playful lions, signed, Japan, 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
A Very Rare wood Okimono of Shishi Lions, Japan , 19th c
This exceptional 19th-century Japanese wooden sculpture, crafted from an unique piece of hinok...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Cedar
A Very Nice Spill Vase Qing or Republic Period Cream White Dove Bird
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated and made piece in the shape of a Dove. The piece has a 4 character mark at the base.
The pictures show some dirt still but we have put it in a bath and new p...
Category
20th Century East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$1,918 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Oriental Bronze Elephant, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
With raised trunk.
Category
Early 1900s Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Horse Figurine
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique early 20th century Chinese carved lapis lazuli figurine, featuring a recumbent pose with a wood base stand.
The dimensions:
Horse size: ...
Category
Early 20th Century East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Vintage Boho Shanghai Weave Reclining Panda
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring a touch of whimsical charm and global flair to your space with this delightful vintage reclining panda figure. Expertly handcrafted using intricate weaving techniques (often as...
Category
Late 20th Century Folk Art East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Set of Four Chinese Mythological Gods in Blue Glazed Terracotta
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of Four Chinese Mythological Gods in Blue Glazed Terracotta.
Category
1990s East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Caballo De Hierro De Estilo Oriental, China
Located in Marbella, ES
Caballo de hierro de estilo oriental, China.
Category
Late 20th Century East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Set of Four Chinese Mythological Gods in Black Glazed Terracotta
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of four Chinese mythological gods in black Glazed Terracotta.
Category
1990s East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Asian Matte Glazed Ceramic Birds - Set of 4
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring whimsical charm and artisan craftsmanship into your space with this delightful set of four vintage Asian ceramic bird figurines. Each hand-formed bird is beautifully rendered w...
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Japanese patinated bronze eagle
Located in London, GB
Antique Japanese patinated bronze eagle
Japanese, c. 1900
Height 54cm, width 67cm, depth 32cm
This fine and naturalistic Meiji period bronze...
Category
Early 20th Century Meiji East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Fine, Late 20th Century, Han-Style, White Hardstone Horses
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of elegant, hand-carved, white hardstone, Chinese horses with gilded details. Each outfitted with saddles, bridles and featuring braided rolled tails.
Category
Late 20th Century Han East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Other
Vintage Asian Patinated Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your décor with a touch of exotic elegance and American sophistication. This pair of vintage Asian patinated Foo Dogs exudes timeless charm, blending Eastern mystique with We...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
$1,950 / set
Vintage Boho Shanghai Weave Rattan Owl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This delightful vintage Shanghai weave rattan owl adds a touch of whimsical charm to any space. Crafted with intricate rattan weaving, this owl showcases a warm, earthy tone that per...
Category
Late 20th Century East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Chinese Amethyst and Green Quartz Ducks on Stands, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chinese amethyst and green quartz ducks on stands, 19th century.
Category
19th Century Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
19th Century Chinese Gilt-Bronze Pig
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Century Chinese gilt bronze sculpture of a pig.
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Fantastic 19th Century Chinese Blanc De Chine Model of a Water Buffalo or Ox
Located in New York, NY
A Fantastic 19th Century Chinese Blanc De Chine Model of a Water Buffalo. Beautifully hand-carved and enameled with a bright white body and black enamel eyes. This piece is really superb and in fabulous condition for its age. In Chinese culture, the water buffalo symbolizes the coming of spring. Throughout China the spring season began with a ceremonial plowing by the imperial capital through the use of a water buffalo, symbolizing its importance to the imperial heritage. Water buffalo were created in China for centuries, with terracotta pieces found in Han dynasty tombs...
Category
19th Century Chinese Export Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Chinese Bronze Incense Vessel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully chased 19th century bronze. In three parts. Great as just a table sculpture.
Category
19th Century Chinese Export Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
1900s Chinese Cloisonne Leopards
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th Century to 1900s Chinese cloisonne leopards. Finely detailed. Cast in bronze and brass with enamel. Supposedly owned by the Gucci family in Ne...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel
Carved Stone Kannon on Elephant
Located in Stamford, CT
An elegantly carved stone Kannon elephant.
Taisho period
Kyoto, Japan.
Category
Early 20th Century Taisho East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone
19th Cent Large Japanese Wood Okimono of a Bantam
Rooster
, Hen and Baby Chicks
Located in North Miami, FL
A finely signed Japanese carved large cockerel with an impressive plume of tail feathers standing over his family consisting of a hen and baby chicks as they pick at the ground searc...
Category
19th Century Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
19th Century Terracotta Duck Form Sculptures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice examples of Han Dynasty style terracotta duck bottles. No breaks. No chips. No repairs. Paint has worn over the years.
Category
Late 19th Century Han Antique East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta, Paint
$2,950 / set
Lilique Style Casting Glass Decorative Custom Made Sculpture
By Alexander
s Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your home decor with our stunning In the Style of Lalique Sculpture. This unique piece is expertly crafted from casting glass, resulting...
Category
2010s Chinoiserie East Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Uranium Glass
$2,960 Sale Price
20% Off
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