This is an authentic neolithic nephrite jade adze/chisel, measuring some 9" (22cm) in length and 1" (2.5cm) in width. A heavy, substantial piece, guaranteed ancient. The stone is a beautiful deep green with substantial dark inclusions. The tapered end shows apparent signs of use.

A finely carved jade dragon plaque dating, most likely, to the Warring States - Eastern Han period. The plaque measures 3-3/4"in length and is 1-1/2" at the widest. The stone is a grayish-green nephrite. Guaranteed authentic.

This is an extremely rare and beautiful genuine yellow jade cong from the Liangzhu culture, dating to the period from 3200-2300 BCE. It measures 2-1/2" in height (6cm) and is 4" edge to edge (10cm). This piece has been examined by one of the world's leading experts and has been certified to be authentic and of the period. A copy of his COA will be furnished to the buyer. I have included a copy of the COA in the listing, but have omitted his name...

This is an authentic Neolithic Hongshan jade object, described in the literature as "hoof-shaped." Current scholarly opinion is that it was used to hold the individual's hair, based on where these objects have been found in excavated tombs. The piece measures 4-1/2" in height and is 2" in diameter. As with most published examples, it has two holes near the base which would have allowed the insertion of a "pin" to hold the hair in place...

This is an example of the "disc-shaped" (squarish) bi discs illustrated by Jessica Rawson in her definitive work on Chinese jades, at page 113. (Chinese Jade From the Neolithic to The Qing, British Museum Press, 1995).As noted (ibid), most are slightly squared. This piece is made from a pale celadon stone with darker inclusions and veining...

Description:

A porcelain stem-cup was uniquely molded.
By a geometric pattern of lines and circles which were composed by dozens of pointed clay dunes on the outer surface, the stem-cup was applied with the milky-yellow glaze inside and outside until to the portion of the stem trunk.
Obvious glaze crackles and fading condition were caused by the enduring age when one minute old chip was found on the mouth rim...

A black-glazed Jingyang bowl was applied on the surface with unique white spots.

Date: Song/Yuan periods.

Width: 13.7cm, Height:5.4cm.

A custom-made cotton box is included.

Description:
A covered box was uniquely decorated on the surface with black iron spots.
The glaze was in bluish celadon tint and was suffused with whitish incursions in portions.
It was preserved in perfect condition.

Date:Yuan Dynasty, 13th Century.

Width: 7cm.

Chinese ink and color on silk vertical painting attributed to Qian Weicheng (1720-1772) depicting figures in a landscape scene. At the top, a waterfall cascades from high mountains into a stream that runs past traditional buildings set among dense green trees and foliage. At the bottom, two men are seated in a pavilion and one man crosses a bridge over the stream...

A pair of boldly carved pale blue peking glass vases. Birds in flowering branches. Good condition. Height, eight inches. Early 20th century, Republican era.

Very attractive large Chinese Turquoise Porcelain Vase with lotus flowers and a crane. Gold rim and handles. Top condition. Size: H. 14" x W. 14.5"

Description: A triad of brown glazed figurines (two officials and one servant) were preserved in good condition except one minor fret on one of the doll's shoulder. Very amusing pieces indeed. Height: 5.7cm, 5.5cm, 5.4cm.

Description:

A Triad Blac De Chine Guanyin Statue was beautifully rendered.
In elegant sitting posture the holy deity was accompanied with two attendants in front of the throne.
And on the rocky stands beside her, there's a purity vase on the right and a holy hawk sitting on the left.
Serene and peaceful in mood, her features were well depicted when the flowing robe and the beaded rosary was carved in a fine craftsmanship...

A Chinese Wucai Dish for the Japanese Market. Decorated with three floral sprays. Chongzhen 1628-1644. Diameter: 5 7/8" (14.9 cm). Condition: some fritting and kiln grit in green enamel

A fine Qing Dynasty, Tongzhi period (1861-1875) bowl with a unique shape and vivid colors inside and out. Artistic and finely distinct embossed painted design on the exterior of the bowl.

Description:

A bronze Shakyamuni buddha was kept in very good condition.
Had been gilt on the surface but just faded, there are only traces left in the pleats.
It was rarely found that the under cover at the bottom was original when tickling sound was heard inside the hollow base.
It hinted that the original devotion items were still kept within after 600 years.

Date: 15th/16th century.

Height: 11.3cm

A quite rare tea dust monochrome bottle vase with very fine elegant shaped. The hall mark to the base Of Kangxi or slight earlier. Condition is perfect, no any chip, no any crack and free from any restoration. Height: 20,2 cm.

A very good brown glazed jar with two attached handles to the neck, covered overall with glossy brown glaze. Tang Dynasty to Five Dynasties period found at Sumatera Island. Condition is very good, no any chips, no any cracks and free from any restoration. Height: 13 cm.