An antique Indian bronze votive planque depicting the Hindu god, Virabhadra. Considered the protector of Hinduism, Virabhadra is an incarnation of Shiva.
Although they were not invited, Shiva and his wife, Sati attended a yajna (a sacrificial ritual) hosted by her father, Daksha. Sati's father did not approve of the ascetic Shiva and insulted Sati. In despair, Sati threw herself on the ritual pyre. When Shiva learned of Sati's death, he tore his hair out in anger. From this, the hero... Click for details

Tibetan antique thangka painting of the Fifth Dalai Lama, Ngawang Lobsang Gyatso (1617–1682). He was born in the Yarlung Valley in Tibet to a family of Nyingma practitioners who were descendants of the Imperial line of the Yarlung Dynasty. In 1622, he was identified as the rebirth of the 4th Dalai Lama. He finished his monastic ordination in 1638.
Often referred to as "the Great Fifth", he is best known for his ambitious endeavor to consolidate power in Tibet, becoming the first Dalai... Click for details

Tibetan antique gilt bronze figure of Amoghasiddhi, the Buddha of "Unfailing Accomplishment". Seated with his hands in abhaya mudra, with his right hand raised in a gesture of assurance as if to say "have no fear".
Amoghasiddhi is one of the Five Wisdom Buddhas or Dhyani Buddhas. He is associated with the qualities required for realization of the Buddhist path: wisdom, perseverance, infallible judgement, and unerring action. He embodies the skandha of volition, mental phenomena, and... Click for details

Nepalese Vajracharya buddhist priest crown. Copper, covered in gilt gold and semi precious stones.
The helmet-like triple mound represents Mount Meru, which is the fulcrum of the universe. Plaques with four of the five transcendent Buddhas are evenly distributed on the first level of the mound. Each Buddha wears a crown and jewels, and sits cross-legged on a lotus pedestal atop a kirtimukha. On the upper levels of the mound are plaques with various Buddhist symbols, as well as the image... Click for details

A rare pair of antique Himalayan Citipati male and female skeletons. Made of gilt copper and with traces of original red, black and white pigment. Citipati "Lord of the Funeral Pyre" or "Lord and Lady of the Cemetery" (known in Sanskrit as (चितिपति) is a protector deity or supernatural being in Tibetan Buddhism. The Citipati is said to be one of the seventy-five forms of Mahakala and represents the eternal dance of death as well as perfect awareness. The male skeleton represents... 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

A finely crafted Japanese ikebana basket, woven from split and smoked bamboo with an elegant chevron-patterned body and a tightly braided handle. The surface displays rich natural tones of amber, chocolate, and charcoal—highlighting the natural color variations brought out through smoking and age.
The zigzag diagonal weave provides both structural strength and visual rhythm, while the arched handle is formed through complex plaiting, showcasing the artisan’s skill. Likely used in... Click for details

Japanese antique small ko tansu, personal chest. This table top box was built with two drawers for convenient storage of small items. Made of sugi (Japanese cedar, Cryptomeria) wood with a light, natural finish. Each of the two drawers is fitted with hand-foraged iron warabite-shaped drawer pulls.

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Dimensions: 8" high x 11" wide x 18" deep

An intricately woven Japanese ikebana basket by 玉晃斎 Gyokukōsai (or Gyokkōsai). Very thin strips of bamboo have been twisted together to make cords. These have been woven through the main basket form in a criss-cross pattern. The body of the basket starts in a diamond shape at the base and becomes circular closer to the rim. The cordage twists continuously upward around a tall handle that arches in a moon-like circle.
Signed on the bottom by Gyokukōsai. Other examples of... Click for details