This extraordinary Wanli jar is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Its intricate rolling jungle scenes intertwine gracefully with depictions of birds in flight, lush plants, and wild animals in motion, creating a dynamic tableau of life.
Dimensions:
58 cm (H) x 53 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Good, firing flaw (crack) running around the piece just above the foot and repaired rim
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Yuan Dynasty silky smooth pear-shaped vase adorned with elegant cobalt blue floral and foliate designs on a white porcelain backdrop, showcasing meticulously painted lotus flowers, scrolling vines, and stylized leaves in a harmonious pattern around the body.
Dimensions:
34.5 cm (H) x 21.5 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain with cobalt blue underglaze
Condition:
Good
This impressive Chinese celadon-glazed tripod censer stands on three sturdy legs with lion paw feet, the censer features delicately molded dragon motifs, which encircle the body, symbolizing power, strength, and protection. The censer’s deep celadon glaze, with its rich turquoise hue, creates a smooth, glossy surface that highlights the intricate detailing of the dragon's scales, flowing clouds, and other symbolic motifs. The two upright handles on either side are designed with lion-head terminals, further emphasizing the imperial and protective nature of the piece.
Dimensions:
35 cm (H) x 27 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Fair, crack on one of the legs, 2 damaged one of the handles
This jade dragon carved from high-quality green jade, beautifully showcases the stone's smooth, polished surface, semi-translucent green hue, and deep symbolic significance in Chinese culture. The subtle variations in color across the pendant add depth and texture to the piece, enhancing the intricate carving of the dragon motif. Jade, known for its toughness, is difficult to carve, making the detailed scales and swirling patterns of this dragon particularly impressive.
Dimensions:
25 cm (H) x 12.5 cm (W)
Material:
Jade
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
This stunning archaic jade bi-disc is intricately carved, and features finely detailed circular patterns across its surface, while the top portion showcases a dragon with flowing, curvilinear forms that evoke movement and grace. The jade carving demonstrates a remarkable contrast in texture and coloration, indicating that the piece is crafted from two different types of jade.
Dimensions:
22.5 cm (H) x 17 cm (W)
Material:
Jade
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
The dish features a bold floral motif with a central flower surrounded by delicately incised foliage patterns, all flowing naturally around the dish's surface. The soft green glaze, characteristic of Yaozhou celadon, enhances the carved details, creating a beautiful contrast of light and shadow across the raised decorations. A flared rim and shallow bowl are set on a rounded pedestal foot, giving it a refined balance.
Dimensions:
7.5 cm (H) x 16 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
This Chinese cabinet features a vibrant red lacquered finish, adorned with intricate hand-painted scenes depicting traditional Chinese architecture, figures, and landscapes. The front panel showcases a beautifully detailed palace scene, complete with pagodas, noble figures, and intricate architectural elements, all highlighted in gold and black against the striking red background. Three drawers and two cabinet doors provide functional storage space, while the decorative metal hardware, including ornate hinges and elegant pulls, enhance the overall aesthetic. The interior of the cabinet is equally impressive, with fine calligraphy and detailed illustrations covering the inner surfaces.
Dimensions:
67.5 cm (H) x 34 cm (W)
Material:
Wood
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
Large flared neck Chinese cloisonné vase features a striking hexagonal form, adorned with elaborate floral, geometric, and symbolic motifs. Each panel of the vase is meticulously decorated with vibrant enamel work, showcasing traditional Chinese artistry. The rich blue background highlights intricate designs that include ornate vases, lush floral arrangements, and auspicious symbols, all rendered in vibrant hues of red, green, and gold.
Dimensions:
59 cm (H) x 26 cm (W)
Material:
Cloisonné
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
The figure is crafted in smooth white porcelain, with flowing robes that drape elegantly over the form. Guanyin's calm expression and the intricate detailing of the robes bring a sense of peace and movement. She is seated on a swirling base, with a simple porcelain vase beside her.
Dimensions:
51 cm (H) x 26 cm (W)
Material:
Dehua, Blanc de chine
Condition:
Good, with minor wear consistent with age
Milarepa seated in a meditative posture with one hand raised to his ear, symbolizing his deep connection to the teachings of sound and wisdom. The figure is adorned in traditional robes with intricate detailing that captures the folds and texture of the fabric and a pair of antelope heads. His serene expression and graceful posture exude a sense of calm and enlightenment.
Dimensions:
24.5 cm (H) x 20 cm (W)
Material:
Bronze
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
Stamped Bronze censer with a beautifully aged patina standing on three sturdy, ornate legs, providing a solid base for its spherical body. On the sides are two detailed dragon handles. The lid is topped with a dynamic figure of a guardian lion (also known as a "Fu Dog").
Dimensions:
34.5 cm (H) x 27 cm (W)
Material:
Bronze
Condition:
Good, with minor wear consistent with age
Eight Immortals standing or sitting on a swirling wave-like base, which represents their journey across the sea. The figures are delicately detailed, each portrayed in traditional robes and carrying his signature objects.
Dimensions:
28.5 cm (H) x 30 cm (W)
Material:
Dehua, Blanc de Chine
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
This sculpture depicts a mother carrying a child on her back. The mother is dressed in a detailed traditional robe, adorned with floral patterns intricately carved into the bronze. She holds a small teapot, and her stance is calm and poised, with one foot slightly raised, giving a sense of motion. The child on her back is depicted with a serene and happy expressions.
Dimensions:
57.5 cm (H)
Material:
Bronze
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
Western cider jug, decorated with themes inspired by Japanese and Chinese art. The jug features painted geishas dressed in flowing traditional robes, surrounded by blossoms and intricate floral patterns, evoking a strong sense of Japanese culture. The design is the blend of Chinese and Japanese elements. For instance, the building in the scene has a very Chinese-style roof with curled eaves, but at the same time, there are ascending geese in front of the moon, which is a motif more commonly seen in Japanese prints.
Dimensions:
35.5 cm (H) x 26 cm (W)
Material:
Redware
Condition:
Good, with minor wear consistent with age
Black-glazed jar from the Song Dynasty, featuring a Hanan glaze with a mythical beast motif and unglazed clay at the bottom.
Dimensions:
35.5 cm (H) x 26 cm (W)
Material:
Stoneware
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
This pair of cylindrical jars with a slightly domed lid features intricate hand-painted designs of chrysanthemums and other floral elements in cobalt blue.
Dimensions:
31.5 cm (H) x 23.5 (Diameter)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
This circular porcelain box from the Guangxu period is beautifully decorated with the popular 'Hundred Butterflies' motif. The intricate famille-rose enamels bring to life a vibrant array of butterflies in a dazzling variety of colors and sizes, fluttering across the lid and sides.
Dimensions:
20 cm (H) x 28 cm (Diameter)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Good, chip out of it on the inside
Provenance:
Private collection
The body of this famille rose lavender-pink vase is decorated with a vibrant depiction of a sinuous dragon winding through a dense field of bamboo and other flora. The dragon, rendered in vibrant blue and green hues, commands attention as it weaves through an elaborate scene of blossoms and leaves. The base of the vase features a red Kangxi mark.
Dimensions:
60 cm (H) x 25 cm (Diameter)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Very good, with minor wear consistent with age
This red cinnabar lacquer plate features a finely carved scene of a dragon and phoenix amidst clouds and floral patterns. The reverse bears a seal mark.
Dimensions:
19.5 cm (Diameter)
2.5 cm (Thickness)
Material:
Lacquer
Condition:
Good, with minor wear consistent with age
This pair of bodhisattva statues depicts Guanyin (Goddess of Compassion) on a foo lion and Samantabhadra (Goddess of Wisdom) on an elephant, both seated in royal ease poses. They feature typical Chinese bodhisattva traits, such as open robes, beaded necklaces, long earlobes, downcast eyes, and Sinicized facial features.
Dimensions:
75 cm (H) x 62 cm (W) x 20 cm (D)
Material:
Bronze
Condition:
Good, with minor wear consistent with age
This historic painting represents the 19th-century Chinese Civil War, known as the White and Red Turban Rebellion. It vividly captures the chaos of battle, with warriors on horseback, distinctive banners, and dynamic combat scenes.
Dimensions:
-- cm (H) x -- cm (W)
Material:
Silk on wood
Condition:
Fair, with minor wear consistent with age
Ivory statue depicting Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, seated on a rocky base, holding a vessel with serene facial expression and intricate detailing throughout.
Dimensions:
17 cm (H) x 9 cm (W) x 7 cm (D)
Material:
Ivory
Condition:
Good, with minor wear consistent with age
Baluster-shaped vase featuring intricate floral and nature-themed motifs, including scrolling vines, peonies, and phoenix birds, all rendered in cobalt blue on a white background.
Dimensions:
28 cm (H) x 22.5 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Good, small damage to the bottom
This green jade dragon sculpture is carved from smooth nephrite jade, it features detailed wings and a coiled tail, inspired by the traditional dragon motifs found in early dynastic artifacts.
Dimensions:
17 cm (L) x 9.5 cm (W)
Material:
Jade
Condition:
Good
Pair of rounded bodies of blue and white Chinese porcelain jars with wide openings and gently taper at the base, each featuring traditional scenes of figures in a landscape, hand-painted in cobalt blue underglaze.
Dimensions:
40.5 cm (H) x 33 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Good, with minor wear consistent with age
Provenance:
Private collection
This Qianlong period porcelain hu vase features a pear-shaped body and is decorated in the famille rose palette. The vase showcases vibrant hand-painted scenes of elegant figures set within a garden landscape, with intricate floral and landscape motifs. The bottom of the vase has six-character Qianlong red underglaze seal mark.
Dimensions:
22 cm (H) x 15 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Good
Chinese blue and white porcelain vase from the Kangxi period (1662–1722), featuring intricate floral designs and geometric patterns. The base bears a Kangxi reign mark.
Dimensions:
39 cm (H) x 24 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
A pair of exquisite Famille Rose porcelain vases, beautifully hand-painted with vibrant peony blossoms in full bloom, set against a pristine white ground. The intricate floral designs are framed by delicate black geometric patterns at the rim and base. A red seal mark adorns the base of each vase,
Dimensions:
44 cm (H) x 20.5 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
Chinese famille verte porcelain vase featuring intricate hand-painted courtly scenes depicting elegant figures in a lush garden setting, framed by vibrant green floral patterns and geometric designs. The vase is accented with intricate borders and bears a red seal mark on the base.
Dimensions:
54.5 cm (H) x 26.5 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Excellent, with minor wear consistent with age
This elegant Chinese table is crafted from rich hardwood and features an intricate latticework design on the tabletop. The geometric openwork patterns showcase traditional Chinese artistry, allowing for light and shadow interplay that enhances its visual appeal. The table's apron and legs are adorned with complementary fretwork motifs. A key feature of the table is the removable central lattice panel, allowing for versatility in display or functionality.
Dimensions:
6 cm (H) x 12.5 cm (W)
Material:
Wood
Condition:
Very Good, with minor wear consistent with age
Provenance:
Private collection
Pair of rounded bodies of blue and white Chinese porcelain jars with wide openings and gently taper at the base, each featuring traditional scenes of figures in a landscape, hand-painted in cobalt blue underglaze.
Dimensions:
40.5 cm (H) x 33 cm (W)
Material:
Porcelain
Condition:
Good, with minor wear consistent with age
Provenance:
Private collection