Chinese pottery hu vessel, dating to the Han Dynasty (206 BCE – 220 CE). The vessel is of flattened pear shape with a tall neck, flaring square mouth, and raised square base. Traces of original painted decoration remain visible in red and black pigments, including swirling cloud-like motifs and possibly stylized dragons or floral scrolls.
These pottery vessels were traditionally placed in tombs as mingqi (spirit objects), serving as symbolic substitutes for valuable bronze hu containers... Click for details

A well carved Indonesian gold gilt wood panel, dating to the late 19th century, now mounted and framed for display. hand carved in high relief with deeply undercut layers, the composition flows with scrolling foliage, peonies, chrysanthemums, and acanthus-like leaves, all richly gilded. The intricate craftsmanship reflects the tradition of Southern Indonesia carving workshops, often producing architectural and altar adornments for temples and grand homes.
The floral motifs symbolize... Click for details

A small and delicate figure of an luohan carved out of agate. He holds a fan in one hand and above his left shoulder, a small pavilion floats on a cloud of swirling mist. The luohan is skillfully carved in such an purposeful way the the colors of the agate emphasize details. For instance, his fan and slippers are a lovely gray, the tassels of his belt and the little pavilion are reddish-orange while the rest of him remains white with clear striations. He stands on a little hardwood stand.... Click for details

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.
The sides are adorned with intricately... Click for details

Hand modeled pottery dog from the Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD), depicted standing alert with its head raised and ears pricked, suggesting vigilance and loyalty. The figure is crafted with a sturdy, muscular body, straight legs, and a curled tail resting high over the back. Around the neck is a modeled collar with raised studs, a detail that emphasizes its role as a domesticated guardian animal.
Formed from earthenware clay, the dog would have been shaped by hand with additional details... Click for details

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

A rare and powerful pottery figure from the Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD), depicting a stylized mythical beast with the physical strength and mass of a bull yet bearing the horned, armored features reminiscent of a rhinoceros. Standing four-square with a broad, muscular body, arched back, and sharply upturned tail, the creature’s head is crowned with three prominent horn-like projections. Along its spine, a series of raised nodules further enhance its fantastical presence. The surface... Click for details

A well-preserved pottery figure of a pig from the Chinese Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD), modeled in a naturalistic stance with head lowered and short legs set firmly apart. The body is rounded and proportionate, with incised details around the snout, ears, and eyes that give the animal a lifelike presence. Traces of original pigment remain across the surface, with warm earthen tones and subtle orange-red highlights revealing its ancient polychromy.

This figure is crafted from... Click for details

Chinese scroll painting of two bears drinking from a rocky mountain stream in the style of Long Shih Ning (1698-1768). Painted in light colors and ink on paper.
Long Shih Ning, also known as Giuseppe Castiglione, was an Italian Jesuit missionary who became a prominent painter at the Chinese imperial court. He served as a court painter for three Qing emperors, Kangxi, Yongzheng, and Qianlong. Castiglione, using the Chinese name Lang Shining, blended Western painting techniques with... Click for details