KOKDU, Escorts of The Dead

Traditional Korean wooden funerary figures called ‘Kokdu’, late 20th century, approx. H 19 x 8.5 x 4.5cm (7.48 x 3.34 x 1.77in), H 19 x 9.5 x 9.5cm (7.48 x 3.74 x 3.74in), H 19 x 11 x 3.5cm (7.48 x 4.33 x 1.37in). Accompanied with such dolls with heartwarming faces, because don't make the dead men feel alon. Darkened overall and some damage and peelings due to aging as is. (ref. https://londonkoreanlinks.net/2012/07/07/korean-fune...

47 piece Burmese Mizoran necklace. 45 cm strung. Made up from a mixture of materials which show different fluorescence under UV light including some amber. Undated, estimated to be 20th century or earlier. Can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide.

​Diameter approximately 14 cm. There are some soft chips at the rim. Flat color. Fair shape. More pictures are available.

18th century French engraving depicting Chinese palaces in a mountainous landscape. The scene is treated in the Chinese style and it is very likely that the draftsman was Chinese, however, the engraving is French and dates from the 18th century. Many details, beautiful print. No restaured Size about 40x60cm..

18th century French engraving depicting Chinese palaces in a mountainous landscape. The scene is treated in the Chinese style and it is very likely that the draftsman was Chinese, however, the engraving is French and dates from the 18th century. Many details, beautiful print. No restaured. Size about 40-60cm

Wonderful pair of horse prints by Japanese artist Urushibara Mokuchu 1888-1953). These Zen style horses are beautifully designed and printed with calligraphic line work similar to traditional sumi ink paintings. A classic Japanese subject rendered in bold black, crisp white, and soft tones of grey. Pencil signatures at lower right, red seal on both. Undated, estimated to be circa 1940's. Both under glass in period frames

BOOK OF MISCHIEVOUS KIDS

Old Japanese concertina miniature book with 22 various scenes of mischievous little children. Offset printing. Early Showa period, 20th century. 8.5 x 6.5 x 2.5cm (3.34 x 2.55 x 0.98in). Aged deterioration as is as seen.


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A Chinese export plate from the first part of the 18th century, Yongzheng or early Qianlong. Decoration in Famille rose enamels of a large peony in bloom with an orange ribbon and some other scattered flowers, all surrounded by a thin diaper border in matte turquoise. The whole plate with a light greenish tint to the glaze. Brown-glazed rim. Diameter: / 22.8 cm. Condition: a few small spots of glaze wear to the well, otherwise fine.

This exquisite teapot is a true masterpiece of Japanese craftsmanship from the Maji period. It is a handmade miniature Banko ceramic teapot, designed in the shape of a bag and adorned with intricate hand-enameled relief work. The flying cranes and delicate flowers depicted on the teapot are a testament to the skill and artistry of the maker. This antique piece is a rare find and a valuable addition to any collection.

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Height from the bottom to the top of the handle: 10 cm (3...

HIDA HIDA

Ceramic work formed with paper coated with mad and burnt by me myself, Fumie Nishimura. ‘Hida Hida’ is a perticular Japanese onomatopoeia and would be somehow translated to “So frilled” in English. H 4 x W 10.5 x D 12cm (1.57 x 4.13 x 4.72in). Very delicate and fragile piece so that some parts will be chipped, though I'll try my best to pack it very carefully. (So, as long as you want to receive 100% complete actualy piece, please don't orde...

Ogata Gekko (1859-1920)
Cuckoo with Full Moon
Date: 1900 or earlier.
Size: Shikishiban. 9.75 x 9.25 inches.
Publisher: Matsuki Heikichi (Daikokuya).
Signed and sealed.
Edition: First/early.
Provenance: Purchased from family who acquired in Japan on a 1900 world tour.
Woodblock print is adhered to board.
Condition: Edge toning. Minor marks.

Good first half of the 20th century hardwood hand carved image of a pig. I acquired this from Mossgreen's Auctions, Australia about 20 years ago, they attributed it to being 100 years old. L: 20.2cm/8in and H: 8.3cm/3.2in. There is a "check in the wood, that may be noted in last enlargement

Exquisite antique silver necklace, circa 19th century. Each tiny bead is hand folded into a geometrical shape, some of them still have traces of gold wash I doubt if this kind of craftsmanship can be done today. The hexagonal pendant opens up into a “secret” lime box, and the clam shell bead is actually a bell. Included is an ancient excavated garnet bead. Total Length: 87cm/34.3in. Small bead diameters are: 1mm-2mm/.04in-.08in. Total weight 60 grams. Free shipping.

Good, first half of the 20th century hardwood hand carved bowl carved in the shape of a turtle. I acquired this from Mossgreen's Auctions, Australia about 20 years ago, they attributed it to being 100 years old. Please note the two legs in the back are damaged and is noted in last enlargement. L: 42cm/16.5in and W: 16cm/6.2in.

Mixed collection of old beads… as follows the silver beads are old Sri Lanka beads as are the two cut cobalt blue crystal glass, two Khotan nephrite natural pebbles, one bowenite bead and two old banded agates. Scale is metric in enlargements. Free shipping.

Special offer: 4 Tang Dynasty terra cotta statues, all have had repair i.e. heads glued back on- (two are not the original heads). The amber glazed figure has the original sancai glaze though not very shiny. Dimensions note in enlargement text.

Special Offer: Marked down from $250- now $200. Green mottled glazed censer with classic little bears as legs, some loss of glaze in the back noted in enlargements and a few chips on the mouth rim and legs. D: 21cm/8.2in and H: 13.2cm/5.2in.

A colorful Guinomi Sake cup by Shibata Masamitsu enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The design, while technically perfect, is playful with soft colors which allow the viewer a childish sense of wonder. It is 6 cm diameter, 7.5 cm (3 inches) tall and in excellent condition, directly from the artist.
Shibata Masamitsu was born in Toki City, the heart of Mino country, in 1961. After graduating from Kyotos Ritsumeikan Daigaku University, He spent a year at the Tajimi Ceramics Researc...