"Green Dancer", Marble and Steel. Contemporary, by Paul Rigby.H: 24.5", W: 10.75", D:12"

"Green Dancer", Marble and Steel. Contemporary, by Paul Rigby.H: 24.5", W: 10.75", D:12"   « Less

A. Cheeseman, Carved marble bust of a woman, American, C1860s A. Cheeseman, Carved marble bust of a woman, American, C1860s. Signed "A. Cheeseman"H: 21"

A. Cheeseman, Carved marble bust of a woman, American, C1860s A. Cheeseman, Carved marble bust of a woman, American, C1860s. Signed "A. Cheeseman"H: 21"   « Less

Parian Figure A fine parian bust of a Diana, standing on a fluted column. English Circa 1860 Height: 42 cm

Parian Figure A fine parian bust of a Diana, standing on a fluted column. English Circa 1860 Height: 42 cm   « Less

A large and impressive Wedgwood black basalt bronzed bust of Minerva with flushed gold added decoration and standing on a socle. Impressed Wedgwood Height 18 1/2" ate code  More »

A large and impressive Wedgwood black basalt bronzed bust of Minerva with flushed gold added decoration and standing on a socle. Impressed Wedgwood Height 18 1/2" ate code for 1875   « Less

After the dissipation of the Kingdom of Pegu centered near Rangoon, the Burmese people were divided into a number of small, competitive states. However, by the middle of the  More »

After the dissipation of the Kingdom of Pegu centered near Rangoon, the Burmese people were divided into a number of small, competitive states. However, by the middle of the 18th Century, a new kingdom emerged around the city of Ava (near Mandalay). The Kingdom of Ava gradually extended its control, eventually encompassing much of modern Myanmar. The Ava conquered the powerful Shan state and grew into a formidable power that competed with the Thai Kingdom of Ayutthaya for territory and regional influence. The rivalry between the two kingdoms was quite bitter. The feud eventually culminated in the sacking of Ayutthaya by the Ava. Treasures were looted and carried back to Myanmar on the backs of those captures and enslaved. Upon the collapse of the Ayutthayan Kingdom a few years later, the Ava ruled over the most powerful state in mainland Southeast Asia. Yet this era would not last long, as the arrival of the 19th Century brought upon a period of European colonialism that would change the face of the world.The historical figure, Buddha Gautama Sakyamuni is the Buddha of compassion who, having achieved the highest evolutionary perfection, turns suffering into happiness for all living beings. Born around 560 B.C. somewhere between the hills of south Nepal and the Rapti river, his father was a Raja who ruled over the northeastern province of India, the district including the holy Ganges River. The young prince was married to Yashoda when he was about 17 years old and together they had a son named Rahula. At the age of 29, he left his life of luxury, as he felt compelled to purify his body and make it an instrument of the mind by ridding himself of earthly impulses and temptations. This gorgeous bronze Buddha is seated in the dhyanasana position high upon a tiered base. With his hands, the Buddha forms the bhumisparsa mudra, literally translated as the “gesture of touching the earth.” This gesture alludes to when Buddha touched the ground in order to call on the earth to witness his enlightenment. Calm and serene, he looks downwards with half closed eyes. Certain aesthetic features reveal the influence of the Ayutthayan style on Ava artists. Other features, specifically the shape of the eyes and nose, are typical of Ava period creations. An ushnisa of a form that recalls a Buddhist pagoda rises from the top of his spiky haired head. This protrusion symbolizes the enlightenment of the Buddha. - (LA.501)   « Less

Origin: Vietnam Circa: 1800 AD to 1900 AD Dimensions: 8.66" (22.0cm) high x 24.4" (62.0cm) wide Collection: Asian Art Medium: Wood

Origin: Vietnam Circa: 1800 AD to 1900 AD Dimensions: 8.66" (22.0cm) high x 24.4" (62.0cm) wide Collection: Asian Art Medium: Wood   « Less

Origin: Nepal Circa: 1600 AD to 1800 AD Dimensions: 24.25" (61.6cm) high x 17" (43.2cm) wide Collection: Asian Art Medium: Stone

Origin: Nepal Circa: 1600 AD to 1800 AD Dimensions: 24.25" (61.6cm) high x 17" (43.2cm) wide Collection: Asian Art Medium: Stone   « Less

Art Nouveau Metal Owl. Has a secret door on the chest, and electrified eyes to light in the dark. 1900's

Art Nouveau Metal Owl. Has a secret door on the chest, and electrified eyes to light in the dark. 1900's   « Less

It is the male of the species that attempts to attract the female (peahen) with his gorgeous span of feathers. This colorfully handsome peacock stands on a raised platform,  More »

It is the male of the species that attempts to attract the female (peahen) with his gorgeous span of feathers. This colorfully handsome peacock stands on a raised platform, its large feet firmly planted, its chest of white seashell-shaped feathers puffed out, the erect tail composed of intricate tails cleverly creating a feel of softness and movement. Certain ornamental details, such as the dual "plaques" in red and black rings around the legs, add a picturesque quality. Peacocks are featured in Mughal art associated with the royal court, seen strolling about a palace in a regal manner. In Hindu mythology, the patterns on the wings, resembling innumerable eyes, are believed to represent the starry firmament. - (PF.5460)   « Less

Origin: India Circa: 1700 AD to 1800 AD Dimensions: 5.5 " (14.0cm) high x 3.5" (8.9cm) wide Collection: Asian Art Style: Jain Medium: Marble Condition: Very Fine

Origin: India Circa: 1700 AD to 1800 AD Dimensions: 5.5 " (14.0cm) high x 3.5" (8.9cm) wide Collection: Asian Art Style: Jain Medium: Marble Condition: Very Fine   « Less