Ivory okimono depicting a Sage carrying a cup from which the goddess Benten emerges accompanied by a karako. At his feet, two supplicating Oni. Patinated ivory, original two-part base. Japan, Meiji pe[...]
Elephant ivory snuffbox decorated with a bird in the branches of a cherry blossom tree. Signed Omei. Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912). Height: 7.8cm Weight: 75gr
Bronze animal sculpture depicting a tanuki. Signature engraved underneath. Japan, Meiji era, 10 x 3 x 4 cm. The tanuki is an animal from Japanese folklore that has the power to transform. It is known [...]
Rare Japanese Meiji period bronze vase with prunus blossom and bird decorationThis finely decorated antique Japanese bronze vase dates to the 1880s, during the Meiji period. Crafted in baluster form, [...]
China, Lovely panel in red and gold lacquered wood, Decorated with a bas-relief decoration of a small tablet and a vase containing objects, Beautiful patina of time, In good general condition, however[...]
Group of figures with a bird in patinated bronze. A lightly dressed boy holds a vase in his hands from which a candlestick protrudes. Next to him stands another, smaller boy and a bird. China/Vietnam,[...]
This gilt bronze sculpture depicts a Buddha or Buddhist monk. The Buddha is depicted in the lotus position, his hands performing the gesture of Bhumisparsha, that is, calling the earth to witness. In [...]
An ivory okimono from the Tokyo School, depicting a lively family of monkeys on a long branch, engaged in a game of contention over some freshly picked persimmons.The okimono rests on a finely carved [...]
A pair of Japanese bronze vases with a cylindrical shape and dark brown patina, depicting a pair of egrets near a stream, with their feet immersed in the water and surrounded by two flowering iris pla[...]
An ivory netsuke depicting a reclining shishi, with a ball between his teeth. The mouth and the ball are polychromed in a shade of bright red.Himotoshi under the belly.Period: Edo ca. 1800.Dimensions:[...]
The Buddha depicted in the manifestation of Jambupati, dressed in his royal attire and adorned with jewels. His right hand in bhumisparsa mudra, his face with a serene expression is covered by an elab[...]
Gilt bronze statue of the historical crowned Buddha from the Rattanakosin period, inspired by the Ayutthaya style, 19th century. Crowned Buddha representations in Thailand are documented since the Ayu[...]
Elegant representation of the worshipper Sāriputta, one of the two most popular Buddha worshippers in Burma. Mandalay period, 19th century. Bronze, lacquer and gilding H 57 cm x D 44 cm x W 35 cm Weig[...]
Gilded bronze with leaf "Dancer of the court of Siam" from the end of the 18th century, beginning of the 19th century, he is represented with his left leg raised simulating a dance step, he is dressed[...]
Small wooden okimono depicting General Goshisho (Wu Zixu in Chinese), hero of a Chinese legend from the 6th century BC, who, to demonstrate his strength and erudition, holds an incense burner above hi[...]
Japan, Ainu people (Ainu), 19th century, Meiji era or earlier, rare and beautiful polychrome wooden statue depicting a man of the Ainu ethnic group in a standing posture, dressed in a short-sleeved ki[...]
Important bronze sculpture representing Lao Tzu* riding a buffalo. Made in two parts fixed to each other, bearded and smiling Lao Tzu is dressed in a loose garment covering his head, he is reading an [...]
A fine pair of antique Chinese rose quartz hand carved figures of Imperial Guardian Lions or Dogs of Fo with stunning hardwood stands.Guardian lion statues have traditionally stood in front of Chinese[...]
These two thin mother-of-pearl plates are entirely carved over their entire surface with a multitude of characters and animals. These small sculptures must illustrate a moment in the history of Vietna[...]
This large bronze from Orissa, India, displays great fluidity of movement. Krishna is standing naked, wearing jewelry and a despaduka at his feet. He stands in the classic pose, legs crossed, head bow[...]
Carved wooden rat netsuke. Japan, Meiji era (19th century) 4.5 x 3.2 x 2.8 cm. The netsuke is a traditional Japanese clothing item used to hold various utilitarian objects on the belt of the kimono, o[...]
Okimono Japan XIXth Red StampVery beautiful okimono presenting a character surrounded by frogsGood general condition, accident to the wooden basket (see photos) to reportPresence of red stamp signed o[...]
Large okimono* in carved wood and ivory, representing a fisherman holding his fishing rod, a small basket on his belt and some fish (carp) on his shoulder, signed on the base in a red reserve, from Ja[...]
The Minogame (蓑亀) is a turtle in Japanese culture. Some Minogame are said to live up to 10,000 years. The most famous Minogame is from the legend of Urashima Taro.Urashima Taro legendIt was a normal d[...]
Period - 19th century or earlier?Condition - Good condition Measurement - Height 14 cmSOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITYIt is possible to pay in installments.On parle français. Wij spreken Nederl[...]
A very unusual antique Chinese bronze incense burner with pierced domed lid, seal mark to the side. Period - 19th century or earlier? Condition - Good - The interior shows signs of use. Measurement - [...]
Bronze sculpture of Padmapani or Bodhisattva Avalokiteshware holding a lotus flower (padma). With her right hand, she performs the Abhaya gesture or gesture of care, of liberation from fear. The godde[...]
An Antique Thai Bronze Head of the Buddha with attractive sublime expression and nice patina.Period - 19th century or earlier Condition - Good condition Measurement - Height 24.5 cm SOLD WITH A CERTIF[...]
Pair of cloisonné bronze vases with zoomorphic handles. China, 19th century. Signed under the base. Height: 31cm and maximum diameter: 20 cm. Total weight 4.6 kg. - This item is for immediate purchase[...]
Second half of the 19th century Thailand (former Kingdom of Siam) – Rattanakosin Style Private collection – Paris Votive figure in finely chiseled and gilded bronze, representing a standing Buddha, in[...]
Chinese incense burner 19th century in cloisonné bronze, formed of a basin where incense was placed and its openwork lid which allowed the incense to escape. Lid topped with a dog of Fô. Tripod base, [...]
Carved wooden mask depicting a stylized human face, with a high, domed forehead and exaggeratedly expressive features. The entire surface is adorned with raised vegetal motifs that emphasize the facia[...]
Important Chinese bronze incense burner called xianglu - China, 19th century Tripod incense burner in the archaic style. The two handles are movable. A small depression on one side. Diameter at the wi[...]
Pair of incense burners in the shape of an immortal sitting on a deer, in bronze inlaid with copper and silver. Vietnam or Indochina, 19th century. H. - 17.5 cm
Large gilded bronze Buddha on its base. It measures 190cm high. It is from the end of the 19th century, around 1880. Thailand. It is represented in a standing position, arms glued to the body, forearm[...]
An large antique Nepali bronze figure of Tara sreated in Lalitasana her hands in Varada Mudra. Tārā is a meditation deity revered by practitioners of the Tibetan branch of Vajrayana Buddhism to devel[...]
A large Thai gilt bronze figure of Shakyamuni Buddha with a sublime and appealing expression. Mounted on a lamp base. The Buddha is shown seated in Bhumisparsha Mudra, known as the Earth-Touching Posi[...]
A gilded bronze figure of Phra Aphai Mani, seated playing his magic flute from the Thai epic poem Phra Aphai Mani.Phra Aphai Mani is a 48,700-line epic poem composed by Thai poet Sunthorn Phu, known a[...]
Buddha Maravijaya in bumisparsha mudra positionLaos18th-19th centuryThe Buddha is represented seated on a high pedestal with stepped tiers in the sattvaparyanka position, the right leg resting on the [...]
A Large Thai gilt Bronze figure of Buddha Shakyamuni with attractive sublime expression. Buddha shown seated in Bhumisparsha Mudra known as the Earth Touching Position. This gesture represents the Bud[...]
Small Indian bronze depicting Skanda - South India, 19th century or earlier In Hinduism, Skanda is the God of war, first son of Shiva. He is depicted here on a base, holding a club in his right hand. [...]
Small Indian bronze depicting a kneeling Krishna - South India, 19th century or earlier Kneeling Krishna is a relatively common iconography of Hinduism called Bala-Krisna. Very beautifully crafted bro[...]
A pair of kibana, carved wooden ornaments used in Japanese Buddhist temples, carved in the shape of mythical lion-like creatures, called shishi.Period: Meiji late 19th century.Dimensions: 21 x 32 x 20[...]
A bronze okimono depicting a majestic elephant running, with its trunk raised. The surface has an extremely realistic texture, which enhances its depth and dynamism.Signed under the base.Period: Meiji[...]
A wooden okimono depicting Bishamonten, the God of warriors and guardian of temples. In one hand he holds a stupa, the pagoda that represents the divine teaching of the Buddha, while in the other he h[...]
Richly engraved Asian bronze incense burner, 19th century. Signed under the base. Total length 23 cm (including handles) Diameter 19 cm Height 14.5 cm Old restoration on the base of the foot, see phot[...]
Large Antique Indian bronze ardhanarishvara hermaphrodite Hindu deity Shiva Paevati Chola styleArdhanarishvara (Ardhanārīśvara, lit. 'the half-female Lord'), is a form of the Hindu deity Shiva combin[...]
Ivory netsuke depicting a seated, smiling man carrying a bag on his back containing at least two Oni. Meiji period Japan. Height: 5cm. Waiting for Cities
Chinese dignitary carved horn statue Height 18cm Excellent condition, beautiful patina. Price not negotiable. Payment by check or bank transfer. Shipping costs Colissimo France or Mondial Relay 14 eur[...]
Apsaras (นางอัปสรา) are a member of a class of celestial beings in Hindu and Buddhist
culture. They were originally a type of female spirit of the clouds and waters,
but, later play the role of a "n[...]
Iguana / lizard one-piece sculpture in a Tagua nut / corozo (vegetable ivory). Dimensions 5.8 cm x 3.7 cm / height 3.6 cm Excellent condition and very good quality, probably origin Japan. Price not ne[...]
Ancient equestrian statuette of an ancestor - Kalash people, Himalayas, Kafiristan (present-day Nuristan) Probably early 20th century or earlier. Carved wooden statuette representing an ancestor on hi[...]
Chinese bronze vase with cloisonné enamels - China, 19th century A vase of rare form and beautiful craftsmanship. Bronze with cloisonné enamels with floral decoration, dragons and auspicious symbols. [...]
Chinese or Vietnamese gilded bronze (or copper) incense burner - South China or Vietnam, circa 1900 Incense burner on its base. The handles are represented by two qilong dragons. Weight of the incense[...]
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