Antique Chiense altar cabinet, dating to the early 19th century, retaining much of its original polychrome surface. The façade features two paneled doors framed by deeply carved and shaped side brackets, with remnants of floral and auspicious motifs rendered in red, yellow, green, and blue mineral pigments. These painted designs—now softened and aged to perfection—symbolize renewal, prosperity, and spiritual growth, all central tenets of Tibetan Buddhist art.
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The cabinet features a warm reddish-brown patina that has developed naturally over a century of use, highlighting the rich grain and character of the elm wood.
The upper section holds three drawers, each with original brass hardware shaped in a simple yet elegant form. Below, a pair of paneled cabinet doors open to reveal a spacious storage compartment, secured with a traditional round brass lock plate. The cabinet rests on squared legs with slightly recessed spandrels, giving it both... Click for details

An original Chinese cabinet is constructed from solid jumu (elmwood) hardwood, prized for its dense grain, durability, and warm golden-brown tones. The cabinet features a rectangular form with four drawers across the top, each fitted with traditional brass hardware, above a pair of paneled double-doors. The doors open to reveal an interior with two hidden lift-up storage compartments, a practical and rare feature in Chinese cabinetry of this period.
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A finely modeled pottery ox from the Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD), standing four-square with its head slightly raised and mouth open in a lifelike expression. The figure is crafted with a strong, rounded body, carefully detailed horns curving upward, and incised lines defining the muzzle and facial features. A pair of modeled ears projects naturally, while traces of original pigment are visible across the surface, most notably in areas of red and black, adding to the figure’s... Click for details

Pair of vintage 1930's syled bamboo armchairs by Palecek reflects the Japanese-influenced design sensibilities of the 1930s—a period marked by simplicity of form, honesty of materials, and harmony with nature. The clean lines, open framework, and curved edges echo traditional Japanese furniture ideals, while the rattan binding and looped seat structure add a warm, tactile presence.
Designed by Palecek, the San Francisco-based firm known for merging global craft traditions with... Click for details

Chinese coffer table with classic northern provincial styling, featuring a clean rectangular form, overhanging top, and two drawers with butterfly-form brass drawer pulls. The table is crafted from solid elmwood (yumu), known for its prominent grain and warm amber tone, now mellowed with age.
Raised on sturdy square legs with shaped aprons and decorative spandrels beneath the top, this piece reflects the enduring utility and understated elegance found in northern Chinese domestic... Click for details

Chinese antique box with two drawers for jewelry and cosmetics. The top lifts up and back to reveal a mirror. Made of hardwood with brass fittings in the shape of the butterflies, a motif that symbolizes love and marital happiness.

Age: Qing Dynasty (late 19th century)

Dimensions: 6 1/2" high (14 1/2" high with mirror up) x 13 3/4" deep

A vintage set of 4 Chinese nesting tables made of light Hainan Huali wood. Key fret pattern carved design in the surrounding skirt with carved inverted feet. The nesting design provides both space saving efficiency and functional versatiity.

Chinese low long table, crafted from richly grained quarter sawn huanghuali wood, a treasured hardwood celebrated for its deep reddish-brown tone, flowing grain patterns, and natural luster. This piece reflects the traditional aesthetic values of Qing-style furniture with clean lines, refined proportions, and subtle detailing.
The long rectangular surface is bordered by a raised, molded edge (pianping), supported by squared legs with integrated stretchers that provide both strength and... Click for details

Chinese display stand made of solid rosewood, showcasing the elegance of traditional joinery and the refined aesthetic of classical Chinese furniture. The stand features a square top supported by four straight legs, connected by an intricately carved openwork apron in a key-fret and ruyi motif, all assembled without the use of nails or modern hardware.
Hand crafted in solid rosewood hardwood, this piece highlights the rich reddish-brown hue and tight grain characteristic of rosewood. A... Click for details