A green-glazed jarlet was mold in a trumpet form. On the wide shoulder, a circular band of flower motifs were decorated in a fine look. It was well preserved except some old  More »

A green-glazed jarlet was mold in a trumpet form. On the wide shoulder, a circular band of flower motifs were decorated in a fine look. It was well preserved except some old frets were found on the rims. Fine crackles and iridescence condition were yielded due to age.Width: 10.9cm, Height: 7.3cm.   « Less

A well-modelled cat shown coiled on a circular base which surrounded by Bo-Shan(mountain ridges) with head turned and resting on its back, the tail emerging in the center and  More »

A well-modelled cat shown coiled on a circular base which surrounded by Bo-Shan(mountain ridges) with head turned and resting on its back, the tail emerging in the center and three paws together at the front. Comparing to the pieces we’ve usually seen in obvious bronze material and was gilt on the surface, this tiger weight was calcified totally and was covered with the burial BaoJiang(the mineral coatings). Obviously had been excavated for a long time and had been passed for generations, verified by the slippery-feel, darken-hue surface and some later-added red pigment, the heavy weight was preserved as a very good object for a paper weight or a curiosity for treasuring and no need to be worried about the further oxidation of the metal. Even though the weight was covered heavily with mineral coating, the features of the beast was well defined. And the bulging muscle are well rendered and was full of strenuous form.   « Less

A recumbent beast was shown with its head turned back and slightly tilting upwards. The Bixie was well carved with protruding eyes, ruyi-shaped nose, curved ears and  More »

A recumbent beast was shown with its head turned back and slightly tilting upwards. The Bixie was well carved with protruding eyes, ruyi-shaped nose, curved ears and single-horned head. By vividly depicted ribs on its abdomen and the flouring hairs of the tails, the fairy beast was rest on the flat bottom in plain form-an important characteristic for early jade carvings.   « Less

A Zitan wood brushpot was nicely carved to imitate the original wood surface. Totally carved from one piece of trunk of the rare Zitan wood, the brushpot was very heavy and  More »

A Zitan wood brushpot was nicely carved to imitate the original wood surface. Totally carved from one piece of trunk of the rare Zitan wood, the brushpot was very heavy and was meticulously rendered on the surface with the natural tree bark.. An inscription of Jing-Wei was found at the lower portion of the brushpot. It was probably from the carver’s name.   « Less

Carved from one solid tunk, a dark-tinted Suan-Zi wood brush holder was shaped in unique bamboo section form. The patina was darken as Zitan. It was due to its fine quality  More »

Carved from one solid tunk, a dark-tinted Suan-Zi wood brush holder was shaped in unique bamboo section form. The patina was darken as Zitan. It was due to its fine quality and the passing age. Condition is very good except minute cracks which were hardly observed.   « Less

”Chu Jo Bu Shin”,-Cleaning Off the Past and Welcoming the New- a Chinese proverb usually used in the new coming year. A duster may do the work. It is an old  More »

”Chu Jo Bu Shin”,-Cleaning Off the Past and Welcoming the New- a Chinese proverb usually used in the new coming year. A duster may do the work. It is an old duster made from the horsehair and the bamboo stalk. Charming and full of Zen spirits, if only for decoration in the scholar's chamber. Or, of course being actually used to expel the annoying insects. Somtimes it was also a religious instrument holding by a Daoist monk to expell the devils.   « Less

The Chinese antique agate tea pot is belong 18th century. The size is H3.2"(8.1 cm)X W4"(10.2cm) XD 2" (5cm).It is good condition.

The Chinese antique agate tea pot is belong 18th century. The size is H3.2"(8.1 cm)X W4"(10.2cm) XD 2" (5cm).It is good condition.   « Less

This is 19th century Chinese agate snuff bottle.It is good condition. The size is Height 2.8 inch(7cm) X wild 1.8 inch(4.5cm).

This is 19th century Chinese agate snuff bottle.It is good condition. The size is Height 2.8 inch(7cm) X wild 1.8 inch(4.5cm).   « Less

Fantastic Wakazashi or Tanto carved in highly polished bone and possibly some ivory elements. This is one of the nicest swords there is in this genre. Circa 1880 and a master  More »

Fantastic Wakazashi or Tanto carved in highly polished bone and possibly some ivory elements. This is one of the nicest swords there is in this genre. Circa 1880 and a master carving job by Japanese Meiji artists. Look closely at the depth and detail of all the elements of this sword. Includes a dozen or so inlaid mother of pearl and abalone pieces. Pierced in spots and inlaid horn eyes. A few minor restorations and age lines missing one horn inlay. Overall very good condition and a highlight piece. 14'' long Status: For Sale Reference#: 537_3741 Condition: vg Year: 1900   « Less

Important Satsuma vase Presented to Benjamin Harrison the 23rd US President by the Japanese Ambassador. The Harrison presidency presided over an important era in American  More »

Important Satsuma vase Presented to Benjamin Harrison the 23rd US President by the Japanese Ambassador. The Harrison presidency presided over an important era in American Japanese relations. The McKinley act was passed in 1890 which increased and decreased tariffs to countries around the world. Japan was particularly affected by the potential of this legislation and it would seem quite fitting that the Japanese government would see fit to recognize this fact and bring gifts to the President and his wife. According to the family this vase was among several gifts given to the President and his family by the Japanese Ambassador in a hope to curry favor with the legislation at hand. The McKinley act also for the first time required the country of origin to be placed on imports. Japan wanted to comply to the McKinley Tariff Act but somehow had to translate their country name into a form that could be used by Westerners. Many people may think that it would not have been a big deal, however one should hold in mind that for example any US manufacturer would never mark items ''Vereinigte Staaten von Amerika'' instead of ''USA'' just because they want to export to Germany/Austria and Switzerland. With other words local patriotism and easy international readability had to be taken into mind. Japan came up with Nippon a combination of the two symbols that make up the Japanese mark. Harrison himself had this to say in his 1890 State of the Union Address. ''The revision of our treaty relations with the Empire of Japan has continued to be the subject of consideration and of correspondence. The questions involved are both grave and delicate; and while it will be my duty to see that the interests of the United States are not by any changes exposed to undue discrimination, I sincerely hope that such revision as will satisfy the legitimate expectations of the Japanese Government and maintain the present and long-existing friendly relations between Japan and the United States will be effected.'' This vase along with the provenance of written history by the great grand daughter of President Benjamin Harrison a calling card from her as a child and a original calling card from the Mrs. Benjamin Harrison accompanies this vase as an important piece of US Japanese history. Its is in extremely good condition for its age with just the most minor of rub. Stands about 12'' tall and has very good girth. An impressive piece of US history. Inscription is untranslated and larger pics of the presentation writing is available via email. Status: For Sale Reference#: 122_2273 Condition: vg minor rub Year: 1890   « Less