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Click here to subscribePr 19th C CHINESE BLUE & WHITE FLORAL VASES A pair of antique Chinese hand painted blue and white porcelain oval form vases depicting flowering branches. Bottoms hold blue four character calligraphy Kangxi reign marks, but made later in the Qing Dynasty period, circa 19th century. Each measures approx. 13 5/8" height x 6 7/8" diameter (34.6cm x 17.4cm). Total weight of 3.55 kilograms.
14K YG JADEITE AND ONYX CALLIGRAPHY BRACELET A 20th century Chinese Hong Kong 14k yellow gold bracelet having a dual bar design with onyx and mottled russet, white and green jadeite stones. Each set of bars divided by a reticulated calligraphy link. Impressed 585, 14K and HKONG marks to verso of open box clasp with two safety latches. Circa 20th century. Measures 7 1/4" length x 5/8" width (18.4cm x 1.5cm). Total weight of 23.4dwt.
18th/19th C CHINESE BLUE & WHITE CUP AND SAUCER Antique Chinese hand painted blue and white porcelain cup and saucer set. Each having floral designs throughout. Bottoms hold four character calligraphy Kangxi reign mark, but made later in the Qing Dynasty period, 18th/19th century. Measures 2 1/2" height x 5 1/4" diameter (6.3cm x 13.3cm). Total weight of 148 grams.
LOT OF TWO CHINESE POTTERY AQUATIC BIRDS A lot of two Chinese pottery aquatic birds. Each having multicolor hand painted design with enamel embellishments and gilded necks. Each holds round calligraphy marks to bottom. Circa Republic period. Largest measures approx. 12" length (30.4cm). Total weight of 2847 grams.
Jansson, Jan 1638 Nova Hispania, et Nova Galicia Decorative map of the central and western coastal regions of Mexico, based on Ortelius. Mexico City is situated on a large lake below the elaborate title cartouche featuring the Royal Spanish Arms. Several gold and silver mines are located in the central region. A galleon and sea monster ornament the Pacific and armadillos walk across the scale of miles cartouche. This is a superlative example of Dutch cartography and a great example of the similarity between the work of Jansson and Blaeu. Here Jansson`s plate features a ship and sea monster with calligraphy in the Pacific, whereas Blaeu`s map lacks the calligraphy and embellished the area with two ships and a compass rose. Latin text on verso. 18.9" W x 13.7" H A dark impression on watermarked paper with old color. There is some printer`s ink residue, a couple of minor printer`s creases, and a few tiny abrasions. There are a few tears confined to blank margins, far from map.
Cluver/Jansson, 1661 Siciliae Veteris Typus Charming small map of ancient Sicily based largely on Ortelius and Gastaldi. Engraved by Pieter van den Keere (Petrus Kaerius) and embellished with a strapwork title cartouche and decorative calligraphy. 7.7" W x 6.3" H Issued folding, now pressed, with attractive color. Remargined at left to accommodate framing.
Chinese Square Shaped Lidded Box For use as an ink container. Probably Pakaktong. Bearing an incised picture of a young Chairman Mao together with nicely written calligraphy and a date in English characters for 1949. 10.1 Inside probably tin lined and has sustained some rust. The outside is tarnished and shows signs of wear and use. W. 9.5cm. H. 2.7cm.
Attractive Japanese Studio Bronze Vase With two inlaid silver carp within an overall hammered design. Two character artist’s mark incised to side and seal mark to base. Comes with custom-made wooden box with untranslated Japanese calligraphy on lid. Believed to be a 20th C. Original condition. H. 23.5cm.
A painted Scroll, 17th/18th century, painted in a subdued palette with chrysanthemum, bamboo growing from rockwork and a long inscription, later mounted on silk brocade, red seal marks, worm holes, tears, later label with ownership name, image 151 x 41.5cm CONDITION REPORT: Colours faded. Some crease marks and water staining. Worm? marks to the upper section above calligraphy. Mount is worn and frayed.
A bronze Seal, 16th/17th century, simply, but effectively modelled as a single-horned, mythical beast squatting with up-raised head, 5.5cm The seal characters read: Chengshi hanmo (a seal belonging to someone whose surname was Cheng and made specifically for use with calligraphy). As is frequently pointed out by Rose Kerr in her ground-breaking Later Chinese Bronzes, V&A, 1990, dating bronzes from the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties is fraught with problems. However, the present seal characters are enclosed by chilong close in handling to those cast on the leg of a tripod censer illustrated op cit, pl. 23, and dated to 16th/17th century. CONDITION REPORT: Some small knock marks to side of base, otherwise no obvious faults. Provenance: as per catalogue.
19th CENTURY QIANLONG STYLE PORCELAIN LOW BOWL Antique Chinese hand painted iron red and gold porcelain low bowl. Depicts flying bats and calligraphy symbols. Exterior depicting flying bats over crashing waves with blue emerging rock formations. Bottom holds blue six character zhuanshu Qianlong reign mark, but is made later in the Qing dynasty period circa 19th century. Measures 1 3/4" height x 7 3/8" diameter (4.4cm x 18.7cm). Total weight of 284 grams.
19th CENTURY CHINESE DAOGUANG PORCELAIN WINE POT Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period hand painted porcelain apple form wine pot depicting warrior with attendant to one side and archer to verso. Sides hold black calligraphy with red seals. Gold painted rim. Bottom holds four character zhuanshu Daoguang (1821-1850) reign mark, and is of the period. Measures 5 7/8" height x 4 5/8" width + 2 3/4" depth (14.9cm x 11.7cm + 6.9cm). Total weight of 599 grams.
18th C CHINESE RED LACQUER CALLIGRAPHY BRUSH POT Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquer scholar`s desk brush pot having gold calligraphy poems encased by black frames. Diamond matrix design with wan symbols decorate the remaining exterior area. Black bands to rim and base having etched meander pattern. Black lacquer interior. Bottom holds gold painted six character calligraphy Qianlong (1736-1795) reign mark, and is of the period. Measures 5 1/4" height x 5 1/4" diameter (13.3cm x 13.3cm). Total weight of 355 grams.
CHINESE REPUBLIC PERIOD PORCELAIN CUP OF MEN A Chinese hand painted porcelain cup depicting men with woven baskets in blue and gold tones. Verso having calligraphy poem with red seals. Bottom holds blue four character Yongzheng Nan Zhi reign mark, but made Republic Period (1912 - 1949). Measures 3 3/8" height x 3 1/4" diameter (8.5cm x 8.2cm). Total weight of 152 grams.
18th/19th C CHINESE ROBINS EGG GLAZE BOTTLE VASE Antique Chinese turquoise and red mottled `Robin`s Egg` glazed vase having a bottle form. Bottom holds blue four character calligraphy Kangxi reign mark, possibly made later in the Qing dynasty period, 18th/19th century. Measures 16 3/8" height x 8 5/8" diameter (41.6cm x 21.9cm). Total weight of 2865 grams.
18th C CHINESE BLUE & WHITE QILIN BROWN RIM BOWL Antique Chinese hand painted blue and white porcelain brown rim bowl depicting kylin beast in a landscape scene. Bottom holds four character calligraphy club mark to bottom in double circles. Circa Qing Dynasty period, 18th century. Measures 2 5/8" height x 10" diameter (6.6cm x 25.4cm). Total weight of 824 grams.
18th C CHINESE BLUE WHITE & RED MINIATURE TEAPOT Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period hand painted blue, white and copper red porcelain teapot. Bottom of teapot holds blue four character calligraphy Yongzheng (1723-1735) reign mark, and is made of the period. Has round wooden base. Also includes wooden display stand with glass case. Teapot measures 2 5/8" height + 1/2" base height (6.6cm + 3.8cm). Display case measures 5" height x 5 3/4" width x 4 1/4" depth (12.7cm x 14.6cm x 10.7cm). Teapot weight of 68 grams. Total weight of 454 grams.
19th C CHINESE PEKING GLASS ENAMELED SNUFF BOTTLE Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period hand painted enameled blue Peking glass snuff bottle having a Peking form with ribbed body. Depicts bird perched on flowering branch, bamboo trees and rock formations. Etched and gold painted key meander pattern to neck. Bottom holds blue two character calligraphy marks. Circa Daoguang period (1821-1850). Measures approx. 3" height (7.6cm). Total weight of 54 grams.
18th CENTURY CHINESE STONE PLAQUE TABLE SCREEN Antique Chinese mountain and cloud stone rectangular plaque table screen. Black calligraphy with red seal to upper left hand corner. Plaque mounted in wooden frame with finely raised crashing waves design. Circa Qing Dynasty period, 18th century. Measures 15 3/4" height x 17 1/4" width x 4 3/4" depth (40cm x 43.8cm x 12cm). Total weight of 1964 grams.
19th CENTURY CHINESE FAMILLE ROSE BRUSH POT Antique Chinese hand painted enameled Famille Rose brush square form scholar`s desk brush pot depicting historical figures. Bottom holds blue six character calligraphy Yongzheng reign mark, but made 19th century. Measures 7" height x 5 3/8" width x 5 3/8" depth (17.8cm x 13.6cm x 13.6cm). Total weight of 2387 grams.
18th C CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELAIN FRUITS BOWL Antique Chinese hand painted blue and white porcelain bowl depicting pomegranates, peaches and grapes. Bottom holds blue six character calligraphy Yongzheng (1723-1735) reign mark, and is of the period. Measures 2 3/4" height x 6 1/2" diameter (6.9cm x 16.5cm). Total weight of 267 grams.
CHINESE REPUBLIC PERIOD PORCELAIN SILVER RIM VASE Chinese Republic Period hand painted porcelain vase depicting a seated wise man with small Buddha atop his head. Figural turquoise glazed deer head handles. Calligraphy to verso with red seals. Bottom holds red six character mark. Circa Republic period (1912-1949). Measures 7 7/8" height x 6" diameter (2cm x 15.2cm). Total weight of 698 grams.
19th CENTURY CHINESE GREEN AND GOLD VASE Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period green ground vase having gold hand painted landscape scene design. Bottom holds blue six character calligraphy (Guangxu 1875-1908) reign mark in double circles. Measures 8 7/8" height x 4 1/8" diameter (22.5cm x 10.4cm). Total weight of 719 grams.
18th CENTURY CHINESE HEAVY BRONZE TAPERED CENSER Antique Chinese Ming Style heavy bronze censer having a tapered body. Two handles to sides. Four wrapping feet to each corner of base. Bottom holds impressed six character calligraphy Xuande reign mark, but is made Qing dynasty period, 18th century. Includes ebonized wooden fitted base. Measures 3 1/2" height x 6 3/4" width x 5 1/4" depth + 1 3/8" base height (8.9cm x 17.1cm x 13.3cm + 3.5cm). Total weight of 1485 grams.
19th C CHINESE PORCELAIN MEI PING VASE Antique Chinese hand painted enameled porcelain mei ping form vase depicting historical figures. Bottom holds red six character calligraphy Xianfeng (1851-1861) reign mark, and is of the period. Measures 13" height x 8 3/8" diameter (33cm x 21.2cm). Total weight of 1933 grams.
18th/19th C CENTURY CHINESE PORCELAIN BRUSH POT Antique Chinese hand painted blue and white porcelain octagonal form scholar`s desk brush pot. Depicts calligraphy throughout. One side holds red four character seal with red leaf. Bottom holds blue four character calligraphy marks. Measures 6 1/4" height x 7 3/4" diameter (15.8cm x 19.6cm). Total weight of 2586 grams.
19th C CHINESE PORCELAIN LONGEVITY BRUSH POT Antique Chinese hand painted enameled brush pot depicting iron red and blue longevity symbols throughout. Iron red lotus blossoms and screen scrolls also decorate the exterior. Bottom holds blue six character calligraphy Guangxu (1875-1908) reign mark and is of the period. Measures 6" height x 6 1/2" diameter (15.2cm x 16.5cm). Total weight of 1079 grams.
CHINESE STERLING SILVER COVERED DRAGONS URN Chinese sterling silver lidded urn having figural dragon handles with applique caravan design to front and back depicting two noblemen on elephants with attendants leading and following them. Also has applique three character calligraphy design to shoulder on front and back. Floral reticulated design to base. Pagoda design to cover. Measures 9 1/2" height x 7 3/8" width (24.1cm x 18.7cm). Total weight of 22.36ozt.
CHINESE KANGXI CLAIR DE LUNE BALUSTER FORM VASE Chinese Clair de Lune blue glaze baluster form vase having a textured lotus blossom floral design throughout with scrolled vines. Bottom holds blue six character calligraphy Kanxi reign mark in double circles, but is probably made later in the Qing Dynasty period, 18th/19th century. Measures 10 7/8" height x 4 3/4" diameter (27.6cm x 12cm). Total weight of 785 grams.
CHINESE BLUE & WHITE XUANDE MARK LOTUS BOWL Chinese hand painted blue and white porcelain Ming Dynasty style bowl having scalloped figural lotus form. Interior and exterior depict palace garden scenes with women and children. Bottom holds blue six character calligraphy Xuande reign mark in double circles, but made late 20th century. Measures 6 1/4" height x 12 7/8" diameter (15.8cm x 32.7cm). Total weight of 2530 grams.
Pr CARVED SHOUSHAN TIANHUANG STONE CHOP SEALS Pair of Chinese hand carved Shoushan Tianhuang stone chop seals. Each is carved and polished in cube form with rounded edges and having etched calligraphy to one side. Relief calligraphy seal marks to bottoms. Includes wooden two tone inlay fitted presentation box. Glowing orangish red hue to stones. Seals each measure approx. 1" cubed (2.5cm x 2.5cm x 2.5cm). Total Shoushan stone weight of 70 grams. Overall weight of 173 grams.
CHINESE CRACKLE GLAZE ENAMELED WARRIORS BOWL Antique Chinese hand painted enameled crackle glaze porcelain bowl. Depicts a warrior scene throughout exterior. Interior depicts wise man walking towards temple in a landscape scene, iron red stylized lingzhi fungus band to rim. Exterior having brown key meander and crashing waves bands to rim and foot. Bottom holds blue six character calligraphy Kangxi reign mark, but is made later in the Qing Dynasty period, 19th century. Measures 4 3/8" height x 10 1/2" diameter (11.1cm x 26.6cm). Total weight of 1746 grams.
Pr CHINESE GREEN GLAZED CERAMIX PIXIU FIGURINES A pair of Chinese green glazed pottery figural sculptured depicting rampant pixiu beasts. Each having etched calligraphy marks to bottom. Circa Qing Dynasty period, 18th/19th century. Both measure approx. 7 1/8" height (18cm). Total weight of 1388 grams.
JAPANESE KUTANI FLORAL PORCELAIN BALUSTER VASE Japanese hand painted floral Kutani porcelain baluster form vase depicting multi color enameled flowers throughout with iron red band to foot. Red calligraphy signature mark to bottom. Measures 17 7/8" height (45.4cm). Total weight of 3144 grams.
CHINESE 20th C PORCELAIN BIRD SCENE PLAQUE SIGNED Old Chinese Famille rose hand painted enameled porcelain bird scene plaque depicting a floral scene with perched birds and rock formations. Signed with red four character calligraphy marks to upper right. Mounted in wooden frame. Circa Republic period (1912-1949). Measures 11 5/8" height x 8 5/8" width (29.5cm x 21.9cm). Total weight of 2.35 kilograms.
19th C CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELAIN BOWL Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period hand painted blue and white porcelain dragons bowl. Depicts flying dragons amongst flames to interior and exterior. Bottom holds blue six character calligraphy Guangxu (1875-1908) reign mark, and is of the period. Measures 3 1/8" height x 7 3/4" diameter (7.9cm x 19.6cm). Total weight of 423 grams.
18th CENTURY CHINESE BRONZE FU LION VESSEL Antique Chinese bronze figural vessel depicting a foo lion pouncing on a serpent. Head is removed to reveal the interior cavity. Brown patina with gilded accenting. Bottom holds raised plaque having four character calligraphy Qianlong (1736-1795) reign mark and is of the period. Measures 8 1/4" height (20.9cm). Total weight of 2148 grams.
19/20th Century Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Baluster Vase. Calligraphy Poem to Back of Vase Otherwise Unsigned. Good to Very Good Condition with Remnant of Wax Export Seal. Measures 22-1/4 Inches Tall and 9 Inches Diameter. We Will Not Ship This Item In-House Because of its Size. We Would be Happy to Recommend a List of Approved Vendors Upon Request. Starting Price: $125.00
Chinese Ching Dynasty (1644-1912) Possibly Kangxi (1662-1722) Famille Verte Porcelain Snuff Bottle with Calligraphy Inscription and Amethyst Stopper. Red Seal Mark to Inscription and Possible Kangxi Artemisia Leaf Mark. Chips to Base Rim Otherwise Good Condition. Measures (with stopper) Approximately 3-1/4 Inches Tall and 1-5/8 Inches Wide. Shipping $28.00 Starting Price: $200.00
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