Beautiful Asian architectural element in carved pine with a Foo dog decoration. It's difficult (for me) to give an origin or age, but it's at least 19th century. Some losses here and there, and previo[...]
Pair of large bamboo sculptures in the shape of vases or brush holders. The reliefs depict fighting samurai, two of whom are seated on horses. Complex craftsmanship with great attention to detail. Jap[...]
Made of wood covered with polychromy, a mask from the traditional Japanese Nō theater. It represents an elderly man with a grimacing face. Japan, 19th century or earlier. Dimensions: 15.5 x 12 x 6.5 c[...]
Made of wood covered with polychromy, a mask from the traditional Japanese Nō theater (?). It represents a menacing male demon with a horn on the forehead. Japan, 19th century. Signature visible on th[...]
Antique pair of polychrome wooden fowling dogs. Chinese work from the second half of the 19th century; Very beautiful patina enhanced with gilding. 23cm long and 17cm high. Good condition
Japanese wooden mask from the Noh theater - JapanProbably dating back to the Meiji era, this small mask was not made to be worn (far too small). Small damage is clearly visible.Height 15.5cm
Amusing netsuke in black, red and brown lacquered wood depicting a basket of fish. Japan, 19th century. Good condition, patina of use on the layers of lacquer. Dimensions: Height: 3.8 cm Depth: 1.4 cm[...]
Okimono representing the turtle of longevity called Minogame or "straw-backed". Minogames are considered lucky creatures throughout East Asia. Their long filaments also evoke the beards of old wise me[...]
Antique reliquary stupa in gilded lacquered wood, Burma (Myanmar), late Konbaung period (1752-1885) Very good condition with rare signs of normal wear. Provenance: Estate of Claude de Marteau Sold wit[...]
Sculpture of a Chinese deity or dignitary, a sword in the back finely carved with a dragon's head with visible eyes connected to the belt. Long mustaches, open mouth with visible teeth (missing). A fl[...]
Votive sculpture of the monk disciple and worshipper Moggallana in lacquered and gilded wood, Burma (Myanmar), Kaunbong period (1752-1885), end of the 19th century. These sculptures were ordered from [...]
A Japanese netsuke carved from corozo nut, depicting a pair of finely detailed chestnuts.The signature “Ikko” is engraved next to the himotoshi.Period: Meiji, late 19th centuryDimensions: 2.7 × 4.6 × [...]
Noh Theater Mask. Hinoki wood (Japanese cypress) polychromed and plated with copper eyes. Japan Edo period 19th century. Interior signature stamp and old inventory label. Small chip inside the lower p[...]
Important Buddha standing on a loti-shaped base dressed in his Uttara sanga monastic robe, unfurling the sides of his liturgical garment. Lacquered and gilded wood with polychrome sulfide inlay. King[...]
We present this Japanese NOH theater mask, EDO period 1663/1868. Our mask is from the 19th century around 1830-1840, the eyes are made of glass, the color is brown. These masks are made of HINOKI wood[...]
Wooden netsuke depicting a mask of the demon Obeshimi, from the Noh theater. Japan, 19th century. Good condition. Beautiful and light patina. The rather rough carving of the mask suggests that this is[...]
We present this Japanese NOH theater mask from the EDO period 1663/1868. This one is from the 19th century, probably around 1830/1850. These masks are made of HINOKI wood (Japanese cypress). This one [...]
Rare antique Japanese lacquer netsuke in the form of a kurumi (walnut). Period - 19th century Condition - Good condition -Himotoshi worn commensurate with age and use. Measurement - Length 4 cm SOLD W[...]
This carved head, bearing the traditional image of Siddhārtha Gautama, whose classical iconography depicts the archetype of the "pure and perfect Buddha," exhibits the classic serene and peaceful expr[...]
Bamboo sculpture of Shoulao. The large, well-carved figure holds a staff in one hand and a peach in the other. Three boys are at his feet. Chinese, 19th century. Height: 29.7 cm. Condition: Excellent,[...]
Wooden netsuke depicting a Hotei mask depicted with his blissful smile, and a more unusual urna, that is to say a spiral on his forehead symbolizing the third eye and the ability to see beyond the phy[...]
A superb wood netsuke by Shigemasa of a snail exploring over the edge of an upturned bucket or pail. Signed Shigemasa (重正) and kakihan. Japanese, Nagoya, mid-19th century, Edo period.A work of astonis[...]
Polychrome carved wooden statuette China late 19th century early 20th century Dignitary or immortal seated on a throne Beautiful quality of sculpture and freshness of the pictorial layer and the gildi[...]
Gilded wooden sculpture representing a pair of Chinese character heads. Rare and original representation, was part of a woodwork which would have belonged to the great decorator Gio Ponti.
Pair of small Noh Theatre applique masks in Japanese cypress wood (hinoki) with red patina, finely carved and very expressive. Japan Meiji era, late 19th century.
The panels are very thick and very heavy, they are powerfully carved in great depth with Buddhist lions evolving among tree peonies, symbol of immortality. The Buddhist lions, Shishi in Japanese, are [...]
A nice Antique Japanese boxwood Netsuke carved as a seated figure wearing a broad shouldered kimono.Period - 19th century.Condition - Good condition Measurement - Height 3.2 cm Width 3.4 cm SOLD WITH [...]
Period - 19th century or First part of 20th centuryCondition - This is an old repaired crack that runs down the front (slightly to the left) from below the neck to the base. Another crack is visible o[...]
Wooden netsuke depicting two mushrooms, a small one placed and inverted on the cap of another larger one. Natural himotoshi thanks to the curved foot of the larger mushroom. Japan, 19th century. Note [...]
The two panels are identical. One of the two has been mutilated at both ends. A decoration of dragons and turtles is carved with the greatest care then lacquered in red and partially gilded. The carvi[...]
Wooden netsuke representing a mandarin orange with part of the fruit skin carved in the shape of a dragon. Natural himotoshi below the branch of the fruit. Japan, 19th century. Note the presence of a [...]
Wooden netsuke depicting Fukurokuju smiling and seated, holding a tama (sacred pearl representing wisdom and knowledge) in his right hand. Fukurokuju is one of the Seven Deities of Happiness in Shinto[...]
Very good condition for this pair. Just a slight lack on the tooth of one of the dogs: see photos. We are at your disposal for any request, please contact us by telephone (07 67 01 11 47) or by email [...]
Beautiful sculpture, solid wood, most likely from Hongmu, representing a traveling monk. He stands upright on an openwork base representing a pierced stone, holding a staff, a support for his bundle a[...]
Large wooden sculpture of a red and black tiger - Indonesia, Bali, 19th early 20th centuryFinely carved tiger with red and black polychromy for the floral motifs. This type of sculpture was often foun[...]
Antique carved wooden statuette representing the Asian god of happiness and prosperity. This handcrafted piece, probably made by a folk carver, reflects the Asian provincial style and possesses the ch[...]
This wooden statue, lacquered and gilded, represents a musician, probably a flute player, as existed in the temples of ancient Siam. His costume, his headdress, attest to his belonging to the liturgic[...]
Rare pair of dancers on a base, Indian origin, in wood, covered with glued fabric and painted in the color of the period, used condition in their natural state,
Child Buddha in gilded wood, work from China or Vietnam, from the end of the 19th century, some missing gilding and wood to note due to wear and tear, one hand glued back on
Magnificent and exceptional carved wooden statue lacquered in gold and painted from Vietnam measuring 1 meter high by 50cm deep and 65cm wide with removable arms dating from around 1800 or early 19th [...]
Wooden sculpture covered with polychromy and gilding, with inlaid glass decorations. It represents the Buddha Shakyamuni, a historical Buddha who lived in India in the late 6th and early 5th centuries[...]
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[...]
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[...]
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[...]
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[...]
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[...]
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 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[...]
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[...]
Okimono in carved wood and ivory Japan, Meiji period 1868-1912 Representing a fisherman sitting on a high stool In one hand his fishing rod in the other a carp A net is hung on a bar A basket and a bu[...]
JAPAN - Edo period (1603 - 1868). Kagura mask, long-nosed demon type, in carved monoxide wood, pierced eyes, nostrils and mouth, lacquered red and black, remains of gilding on the teeth and eyes. Slig[...]
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