deigan mask from komura Kiyomitsu: Komura kiyomotsu (古村 清光)--there are other ways to read these characters, so the pronunciation might be different. I cannot find a bi[...]
Okimono in carved wood and ivory Japan, Meiji period 1868-1912 Depicting a female figure in traditional dress holding a basket in her arms, while three monkeys accompany her. The facial expression is [...]
A wooden okimono depicting a monkey with a lively expression. Its attentive gaze is directed towards something that seems to have caught its interest, perhaps an insect in flight.Shunzan signature eng[...]
These plump, pastel-colored statuettes represent sumo children practicing kudyo. It is about seeking discipline of the body and the group, while mastering one's gestures. The practitioner seeks a perf[...]
Okimono in carved wood and ivory Japan, Meiji period 1868-1912 Representing a mother and her child She holds a shamisen in one hand, in the other the bachi (shamisen pick) and the child whistles They [...]
Large Gilded Wooden Sculpture Thailand Burma Very beautiful piece early 20th century Large format (105 cm) Free and insured shipping in mainland France
Antique gilded wooden monkey sculpture, eyes made of mica. Burma or Thailand, early 20th century. In Burmese culture, a seated monkey can symbolize obedience or contemplation. It is sometimes seen as [...]
These sculptures are reminiscent of certain chinthe, protective mythological lions found at the entrance to Burmese temples, or even two manusssiha (lion-man hybrid creatures) although their anthropom[...]
Very nice solid wood sculpture, most likely a Hongmu, or ironwood. A beautiful decorative element from mirror or frame. Representing a dragon in the clouds chasing the sacred pearl, in high relief and[...]
Garuda is a fabulous bird man in Hindu and Buddhist mythology who symbolizes strength, agility and righteousness; he is the mount of the god Vishnu also considered the king of birds. Our sculpture com[...]
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Woman's mask in carved mahogany and glass eyes.
Early 20th century.
Dimensions:
Length: 19.5 cm.
Width: 16.2 cm max.
Depth: 9 cm.
IN VERY GOOD USED CONDITION: as in the photos.
IMPOR[...]
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Large mahogany man's mask.
Carved and glass eyes
Early 20th century.
Dimensions:
Length: 30 cm.
Width: 18 cm max.
Depth: 9 cm.
IN VERY GOOD USED CONDITION: as in the photos.
IMPORTA[...]
Solid wood bear, carved from the island of Hokkaido, Japan. In Ainu culture, bears are considered deities, symbolizing deep spirituality. The details of the carving are remarkable.
Wooden sculpture of a sitting rabbit. Signature engraved underneath. Faceted carving work. Artist: Senda Shokai Japan, circa 1960, 13.5 x 10 x 11 cm. With its original box signed by the artist. Some s[...]
The standing Buddha, carved in solid wood on its lotus-shaped base, Burma (Myanmar), Mandalay period, early 20th century. The posture is natural, his serene face sketches a slight smile. The eyes are [...]
Beautiful netsuke with three turtles in carved boxwood from the beginning of the 20th century. The presence of a signature on the base. Dimensions: Height: 4.7cm Length: 6.5cm Width: 4.3cm
Carved lintel depicting a narrative scene including Vishnu, Buddha, Ganesh, etc. India, Tamil Nadu, 20th century. Normal wear marks detailed in the last photo. Provenance: Succession Claude de Marteau[...]
Antique wall or door panel, decorated with hamsa and lotus, probably made of ironwood due to its density. India, Tamil Nadu, early 20th century. Provenance: Estate of the collector and dealer of Asian[...]
Character on Foo Dog Wooden Sculpture Very beautiful piece from South Asia Decorative subject representing a character sitting on a Foo dog with sulphide eyes Work from the early 20th century Free and[...]
Southeast Asian Art: A pair of polychrome carved wooden birds on a base. Standing on a rectangular base, wings folded, tail raised. The fact that these birds are here represented with sharp fangs make[...]
Charming carved wooden Netsuke representing a rabbit playing with its young.
The wood looks like boxwood with a very beautiful patina and the eyes are an intense black.
The scene is funny with the l[...]
Bas Relief in Painted Wood Geisha very beautiful 20th century decorative piece marked "Fait main Loly" on the reverse free and insured shipping in mainland France
Peacock Mnong Vietnam Jaraï ritual statues are mostly funerary and kept in enclosures. They are carved in very hard woods under the name of Taeng in countries like Malaysia. This wood is as hard as ma[...]
Standing Burmese Buddha, 20th century Head topped with sacred flame Hands stretched straight forward On base Sculpture in painted gilded wood with mother-of-pearl inlays Some small losses on the headd[...]
Indonesia (20th century), two winged divinities, half-woman, half-bird, in polychrome carved wood, decorated with sequins. Height: 70 cm (minor accidents and losses).
Large wooden monoxyl sculpture representing a reclining monkey. Quality work, brought back from Asia in the middle of the 20th century, but possibly earlier. bears on the back a western monogrammed si[...]
Carved and stained wood. Direct carving - wear - small shocks - circa 1960 - 70 --- The "human" Ainu are an aboriginal population living in northern Japan. They arrived around the 14th century BCE, in[...]
A Balinese polychromed wood Singha lion.
Carved in seated posture on a base, his head with ferocious expression, winged body and carved manes, polychrome painted. The wings and tail are detachable.[...]
I got lost in the maze of explanations while trying to understand what this monoxyl mask represents, all in carved wood, obviously feminine, which sticks out its tongue. I found similarities in temple[...]
Sculpture of Shakyamuni Buddha made in the Mandalay style in polychrome and inlaid gilded wood. The Buddha is represented standing, arms outstretched. The rich robe is decorated with colored glass inl[...]
Two Asian characters, standing holding their spear and dressed in a loincloth, wearing a turban. In carved, painted and patinated wood on a rustic base. 20th century decoration.
Large okimono, wooden sculpture representing a tanuki, an animal from Japanese folklore, whose belly is a mokugyo (Buddhist drum). Dressed with a jacket decorated with plants under the moon. The eyes [...]
Buddha in light and carved native wood.
Traces of polychromy.
Period: early 20th century
Height: 30 cm
good general state of conservation. Small natural crack and losses to the original polychromy[...]
Stained Ironwood Sculpture of Goddess Saraswati. Ironwood is very dense and hard. The Hindu goddess of knowledge and arts, especially music, Sarasvatī is originally the personification of the sacred r[...]
Ritual horse, carved in wood, covered with lacquer and gilding. Its harness and eyes are enhanced with inclusions of polychrome natural mica. Burma, mid-20th century. Provenance: Estate of the collect[...]
Important elephant stool, solid teak lacquered in white and gilded....wear, losses and restorations, beautiful old patina. Cartouches with ideograms..... China early 19th century, very decorative Very[...]
Ritual figure of a goat, carved in polychrome wood, with a beautiful patina of wear mixed with numerous successive repaintings. India, first half of the 20th century. Provenance: Estate of the merchan[...]
Khmer statue in ironwood, very dense and very massive, richly carved, Height 58 cm It is presented on a marble base, round with a diameter of 22 cm. Period late 19th/early 20t
Large wooden sculpture representing four waders disputing a fish. Sculpture of superb quality, very expressive showing the undeniable talent of certain Balinese sculptors. Carved in a blond and light [...]
Lovely carved wooden statuette from India dating from the beginning of the 20th century. Representing Lakshmi, goddess of fortune and prosperity, this sculpture reflects a work of fine folk art. India[...]
China, early 20th century, very pretty pair of Fo dogs in carved wood resting on a superb miniature console in dense and semi-precious wood reminiscent of the zitan so appreciated by emperors. Both si[...]
China, 1930s, very pretty and unusual sculpture made from a large piece of bamboo representing a junk on which six characters are visible (one of whom is lying on the roof of the boat...), hats and al[...]
China, 1930s, very pretty and unusual sculpture made from a large piece of bamboo representing a junk on which three characters, hats and all the accessories useful for the navigation of this boat are[...]
Mikazuki MASK from the Nō THEATER
Signed on the inside
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1945)
Wood and pigments
H. 21 cm, W 15 cm
A monoxyle wooden face mask, enhanced with polychrome pigments, repre[...]
Burma, mid-20th century, very pretty loom pulley carved from a single piece of wood depicting a Nat (or Nak). He is shown standing on top of the pulley with his hands clasped. The Nats or Naks are pri[...]
Solid wooden bear, carved by an artisan from the indigenous Ainu people living on the island of Hokkaido. Marks under one paw of the bear indicating Shiraoi (city on the island of Hokkaido) Hokkaido. [...]
Very pretty representation of a carved wooden statuary of the bodhisattva Guanyin. She stands on a rock holding her rosary in her right hand. Remains of polychromy and Chinese characters. Very pretty [...]
Ancienne poupée d'ombre Wayang klitik en bois polychrome et cuir. Très belle qualité de sculpture.
Manque le bout d'un pied.
Indonésie, Java début 20ème.
Longueur : 53cm.
N'hésitez pas à me [...]
Indonesia, island of Java, mid-20th century, very pretty and old mask from the Wayang Topeng theater in polychrome wood depicting the character of Panji Brajanata, illegitimate prince of the kingdom o[...]
Carved wooden tiger, enhanced with pigments. It probably held a metal excrescence in its mouth, perhaps a coconut scraper. Indonesia, Bali, first quarter of the 20th century. Provenance: Estate of the[...]
A magnificent large pair of antique carved and gilded wooden deer inlaid with ruby glass and mirrors. Thailand first part of the 20th century.
Provenance - private collection Grasse Côte D'Azur.[...]
Large Buddha in carved and gilded wood, with inlays of glass tesserae. He is represented on a lotus flower-shaped base, holding a side of his samghati, his feet placed on a lotiform base. Height: 96 c[...]
mask signed Koishi takatsu born in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa in 1941, self-taught he became a noh mask master Researcher at the Tamba sasayama Nohgaku museum, author of the book "coloring of noh masks (tama[...]
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