Antique Thai temple figure of Kinnari, the celestial female who, with her male counterpart, Kinnara, are guardians of the Kalpataru tree (Tree of Life). Kinnara-Kinnari are followers of Bathara Indra and are heavenly artists specializing in music and poetry. These heavenly beings symbolize faithfulness, grace and love while they watch over humans during times of trouble or danger. This figure is made of bronze and painted gold with red details. There are remnants of tiny multi-colored... Click for details

Antique Japanese tobacco case made of boxwood and carved with a frog and lotus. The tobacco pipe case is carved in two sections with a woven basket pattern and comes with a bamboo-handled pipe. A square shaped bone manju is attached. The tobacco case is signed: Takugetsu

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: tobacco case: 2 3/4" high x 3 1/4" wide. pipe case: 8" long

Antique Japanese tantō blade and ornately carved bone saya for a member of the samurai class. The saya case and tantō handle show a dynamic scene of nine children all sporting fans while two finely dressed women try to keep them in line. Also pictured are two smiling scholars, one holding his own larger fan while the other observes the fray with from the safety of the window.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 11 3/4" high x 1 1/2" wide

Antique Chinese Dehua (blanc de Chine) porcelain figure of a sage seated on a gnarled rock. Hands folded in his lap, his countenance is serene. His beard is long and he has slippered feet. White transparent glaze with attractive pooling in the recesses. The figure is He Chaozong with a impressed double gourd mark and impressed rectangular seal of the 17th century master potter. These seals are most likely apochryphal from the 20th century.

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This Chinese yellow-glazed porcelain plate features an incised five-clawed dragon among clouds, surrounding a shou (壽) character at the center, symbolizing longevity. The rim is decorated with a continuous wave pattern.
The underside bears a Chenghua reign mark (成化大明年制) in underglaze blue, enclosed within double circles. Yellow-glazed porcelain was historically associated with the imperial court during the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Age: Early 1900's

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Pair of Japanese cloisonné vases from the circa 1920s features a finely detailed floral design. Each vase is decorated with cherry blossoms (sakura 桜) and chrysanthemums (kiku 菊), both highly symbolic in Japanese culture. Cherry blossoms represent the fleeting beauty of life, while chrysanthemums symbolize longevity and resilience.

Set against a soft pale green enamel background, the intricate floral patterns are created using the traditional cloisonné technique, where delicate... Click for details

antique Northern Korean white brass Bandaji chest (반닫이) was traditionally used for storing textiles and valuables. Constructed from hardwood, it features extensive hand-engraved brass fittings, including geometric motifs, floral engravings, and a large central lock plate with stylized dragon imagery, symbolizing protection and prosperity.
The half-moon front panel (bandaji style) opens downward, providing access to the storage compartment, while the smaller drawers along the sides... Click for details

Antique two section Japanese Sendai isho tansu (clothing chest). Designed for storing garments and valuables. The chest is crafted from burl keyaki (zelkova) hardwood, known for its distinctive grain patterns, kiri wood, excellent quality softwood. Beautifully poised Shishi or Botan (Peony) motif on all of the lock plates with unusual scalloped cast framing surrounding each image. Warabite handles with incised Chrysanthemums along the bottoms of each. Hinged door hides two small drawers where... Click for details

Antique edo-period Japanese funa tansu (captioan sea chest) was used on merchant vessels to store valuables and documents securely. The chest is made with a burl keyaki (zelkova) hardwood front and a sugi (cedar) body, reinforced with hand-forged iron hardware, including corner brackets, lock plates, and hand forged carrying handles.
The interior features multiple drawers for organized storage. The top drawer spans the full width, while the lower section contains six smaller drawers.... Click for details

This antique Korean Bandaji chest (반닫이) is constructed from elm wood with a burlwood grain front, highlighting the natural patterns of the wood. Traditionally used for storing bedding and valuables, the Bandaji (half-moon chest) features a drop-down front panel for easy access. The chest is reinforced with hand-forged brass fittings, including butterfly-shaped hinges, corner brackets, and a large central lock plate, elements commonly found in Korean furniture design. The three upper... Click for details