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A Chinese carved wooden statue of a sage, a resin figure of a Chinese official, a model of a terracotta warrior and a brass figure of a seated Arab musician. The former 28 cm high.

An 18th Century Chinese antique bronze statue of Buddha with bead headdress seated in the Lotus position with one hand on knee raised on double lotus pedestal base. Measures: 12cm tall.

A 19th Century Chinese Tibetan antique bronze statue of Buddha with crowned headdress seated in the Lotus position holding snake with one hand on knee raised on double lotus pedestal base. Measures: 12cm tall.

A large and impressive 19th Century Chinese antique Buddhist hand carved statue figurine of Buddha. Hand painted polychrome decoration with carved detailed features. Raised on a double lotus pedestal base. Measures: 58cm tall.

A large 19th Century Chinese antique hand carved wooden sculpture statue depicting the Goddess Guanyin. Modelled seated with scrolled ribbons, hand raised and other hand holding a gourd. Decorated with dragons and details. An impressive example. Measures: 40cm tall.

A large and impressive 19th Century Chinese antique Buddhist hand carved statue figurine of The Goddess of Compassion Bodhisattva Guan Yin. Hand painted polychrome decoration with carved detailed features. Raised on a scrolled pedestal base. Measures: 54cm tall.

A 19th Century Chinese antique bronze statue of Buddha with bead headdress seated in the Lotus position holding pot with one hand fraied in front. Raised on pedestal base. Measures: 10cm tall.

Ca. 1368-1644 AD. Chinese Ming Dynasty. Ceramic horse and groom figurine. This figurine shows a groom, dressed in a dark blue tunic, with light blue trim a light blue belt and light blue trousers, standing by a horse with one arm extended as if to hold the reins whilst the other hand rests at his side. The horse stands still, with a gently arched neck, and his tail flicking over his hindquarter, as though swatting flies. The horse's equipment is modelled in medium relief with the sadle and bridle painted light blue, whilst the rest of the equipment is coloured shades of dark blue and red. Horses were an important status symbol in ancient China. These animals were brought to China via the Silk Road and were considered a luxury good. As such horses were a sign of wealth among the elite, and there were strict laws which restricted the ownership of horses to people of elevated rank. In fact, soldiers serving in China’s military had to provide their own mounts indicating that only the richest members of society could serve in the cavalry. This exceptionally well-preserved terracotta is part of a long tradition of horse statuettes in China, and in fact, the earliest known example of a stirrup, today a mainstay of equestrianism, was found on another Chinese statue of a horse from Hunan province, dated to AD 302 (see Cartier, M. 1993.‘Considérations sur l'histoire du harnachement et de l'équitation en Chine.’ Anthropozoologica, 18, 29-44). Excellent condition.Size: L:160mm / W:190mm ; 755g. Provenance: Important estate collection from Oxfordshire; formed in the 1970s-2000.

C. AD 618-907. Tang Dynasty. Stone head of Buddha with characteristic elaborate coiffured, two-tiered black “snail-shell” hair curls ornamented with a red spiralling jewel. The Buddha’s full face is gilded with a red painted urna in the centre of the forehead, and large pendant ears hang from the sides. The lightly closed eyes and small hooked nose complement the thick, rich red lips and modest chin. This beautiful piece may originally have formed part of a larger statue or statuette. Buddhism entered China as early as the Han Dynasty (late 3rd century BC-early 3rd century AD), and has played an important part in shaping the country’s art, politics, literature and philosophy. This beautiful stone head embodies the importance of Buddha to Chinese culture and reflects the enormous amount of work invested by Tang craftsmen. It would make a stunning centrepiece to any modern collection. Good condition; on a custom stand. Size: L:530mm / W:380mm (w/o stand); 73kg. Provenance: From an old Sumerset collection of Asian Art formed in the 1980s/1990s.

Ca. 1368-1644 AD. Ming Dynasty. Ceramic Horse with Rider. An elegant ceramic figurine depicting a grey horse in a standing pose with its neck strethcing forward and its tail loose, over one hind quarter. The horse’s trappings, including the bridle and breastplate, saddle blanket, and breeching are molded in the round and coloured in dark and light blue. The rider is shown dressed in period-typical garb with the tunic painted blue with cream accents and wearing a brimmed conical hat. The rider’s pose, with arms extended to hold the reins, back straight in a skilled riding posture. Horses were an important status symbol in ancient China. These animals were brought to China via the Silk Road and were considered a luxury good. As such horses were a sign of wealth among the elite, and there were strict laws which restricted the ownership of horses to people of elevated rank. In fact, soldiers serving in China’s military had to provide their own mounts indicating that only the richest members of society could serve in the cavalry. This exceptionally well-preserved terracotta is part of a long tradition of horse statuettes in China, and in fact, the earliest known example of a stirrup, today a mainstay of equestrianism, was found on another Chinese statue of a horse from Hunan province, dated to AD 302 (see Cartier, M. 1993. ‘Considérations sur l'histoire du harnachement et de l'équitation en Chine.’ Anthropozoologica, 18, 29-44). Excellent condition. Size: L:265mm / W:210mm ; 1.3kg Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK and European art market.

Ca. 202 BC-220 AD. Chinese Han Dynasty. Ceramic Horse with Rider. An elegant ceramic figurine depicting a grey horse in a standing pose with its neck strethcing forward and its tail loose, over one hind quarter. The horse’s trappings, including the bridle and breastplate, saddle blanket, and breeching are molded in the round and coloured in dark and light blue. The female rider is shown dressed in period-typical garb with the tunic painted blue with cream accents and hair in an updo bound with a ribbon. The rider’s pose, with arms at the wast as if to hold the reins, back straight in a skilled riding posture. Horses were an important status symbol in ancient China. These animals were brought to China via the Silk Road and were considered a luxury good. As such horses were a sign of wealth among the elite, and there were strict laws which restricted the ownership of horses to people of elevated rank. In fact, soldiers serving in China’s military had to provide their own mounts indicating that only the richest members of society could serve in the cavalry. This exceptionally well-preserved terracotta is part of a long tradition of horse statuettes in China, and in fact, the earliest known example of a stirrup, today a mainstay of equestrianism, was found on another Chinese statue of a horse from Hunan province, dated to AD 302 (see Cartier, M. 1993. ‘Considérations sur l'histoire du harnachement et de l'équitation en Chine.’ Anthropozoologica, 18, 29-44). Excellent condition. Size: L:260mm / W:200mm ; 1.3kg Provenance: Private London collection, formed since the 1970s on the UK and European art market.

Ca. 206 BC–220 AD Chinese Han Dynasty. Ceramic figure showing a tiger hunting a boar. This elaborate ceramic figure shows a tiger pouncing onto a boar. The tiger's fore claws are extended and puncturing the boar's sides holding the animal stable whilst the tiger delivers a paralsying bite along the boar's spine. The boar, stands on all fours, faces forward with its mouth open, squealing in pain. Both the tiger and boar are creme coloured with red accents at the ears, nostrils and lips. Both the Tiger and pig are represented in the Chinese Zodiac, with tigers symbolising power and high status in Chinese culture, whilst pigs represent overall good fortune. Perhaps this statue represents the relationship between high status and good fortune. amongst the elite Good Condition. This item comes fully authenticated with a TL test from Ralf Kotalla laboratory, Germany. Size: L:215mm / W:450mm ; 5.6kg. Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970-80s then passed by descent.

Ca. 386-534 AD. Northen Wei Dynasty. Terracotta Horse. An elegant hollow-moulded terracotta horse. This creme coloured horse is modelled in a standing pose with its neck elegantly arched, its ears pricked forward attentively, mouth slightly agape, and the tail shown loose. The horse’s trappings, including the bridle and breastplate, caprison, and breeching are all modeled in high relief and picked out in reds and black pigment. The caprison is particularly fantastic as its tassels are textured and painted red, the majority of the cloth is painted black with creme coloured circular paterns, probably meant to imitate embroidery. Horses were an important status symbol in ancient China. These animals were brought to China via the Silk Road and were considered a luxury good. As such horses were a sign of wealth among the elite, and there were strict laws which restricted the ownership of horses to people of elevated rank. In fact, soldiers serving in China’s military had to provide their own mounts indicating that only the richest members of society could serve in the cavalry. This exceptionally well-preserved terracotta is part of a long tradition of horse statuettes in China, and in fact, the earliest known example of a stirrup, today a mainstay of equestrianism, was found on another Chinese statue of a horse from Hunan province, dated to AD 302 (see Cartier, M. 1993.‘Considérations sur l'histoire du harnachement et de l'équitation en Chine.’Anthropozoologica, 18, 29-44).  A comparable example was recently sold at Christie’s for £29,375 , see https://www.christies.com/lotfinder/lot/a-painted-grey-pottery-figure-of-a-1791461-details.aspx?from=searchresults&intObjectID=1791461 Excellent condition. This item comes fully authenticated with a TL test from Ralf Kotalla laboratory, Germany. Size: L:395mm / W:295mm ; 3.1kg. Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970s then passed by descent.

Ca. 1500-1644 AD. Late Ming Dynasty. Cream stone head of a female Guanyin with “snail-shell” hair curls, lightly closed eyes, large, droopy ears and a small, flattened nose. The small mouth features thin lipss above a rounded double chin. This piece was probably originally part of a larger statue or statuette. In Chinese mythology, the Guanyin is all-seeing, all-hearing goddess who acts as the patron deity of mercy and is the very embodiment of compassion. She is probably originally linked to the Hindu god Avalokite?vara at the time when Buddhism became popular in China, and the original Hindu myth mixed with local Chinese folklore. As a result, a Guanyin can also be depicted as male, though female representations are more common. Good condition; on a custom-made stand. Size: L:150mm / W:95mm (w/o stand); 2.1kg. Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1970s.

Ca. 1500-1644 AD. Late Ming Dynasty. Cream stone head of a female Guanyin with coiffured hair including a prominent topknot, half-closed eyes, large, droopy ears and a small, angular nose. Her forehead sports a carefully drilled urna while her small mouth features thin, pursed lips above a prominent chin. This piece was probably originally part of a larger statue or statuette. In Chinese mythology, the Guanyin is all-seeing, all-hearing goddess who acts as the patron deity of mercy and is the very embodiment of compassion. She is probably originally linked to the Hindu god Avalokite?vara at the time when Buddhism became popular in China, and the original Hindu myth mixed with local Chinese folklore. As a result, a Guanyin can also be depicted as male, though female representations are more common. Good condition; on a custom-made stand. Size: L:245mm / W:150mm (w/o stand); 7.8kg. Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s.

A Chinese gilt-bronze Shakyamuni Buddha,seated cross-legged wearing an ankle-length long robe with a scroll border, and a crown with long plaits cascading down the shoulders, his hands in Bhumisparsha mudra, 20cm high, fixed on a wood platform铜鎏金释迦牟尼坐像Condition report: Statue fixed to wood platform, unable to check condition of base. Surface scratches with gilt rubbed, minor dents. Inlaid missing.

A large gilt copper-alloy repoussé figure of Buddha ShakyamuniTibet, 17th century Well modelled seated in dhyanasana, his hand in bhumisparsamudra, wearing layered monk's robes gathered in cascading folds with finely incised floral hems, his face with a serene expression flanked by long pendulous ears, beneath a domed ushnisha, the base sealed. 34cm (13 3/8in) high.Footnotes:西藏，十七世紀 銅鎏金錘揲釋迦牟尼像From the back of this statue, it is apparent that the robe is a kasaya, garment made of patches of cloth joined together. In Chinese, kasaya is translated as 'futian' (happy fields 福田) because the patch pattern looks like a 'field' (tian 田). Therefore, supporting monks was considered to be equivalent to planting fields.See a related gilt bronze figure of Buddha, 17th century, with similar robe and hems, illustrated in Buddhist Images in Gilt-Metal, Taipei, 1993, pp.38-39, no.12.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A 20th century antique Chinese bronze / brass replica statue of the  Flying Horse of Gansu originally from the second century. The horse is modelled in a galloping style, perfectly balanced on a single foot stepping on a swallow raised on a plinth base. Measures 18 cm tall.

A Chinese carved jade coloured hardstone statue of a mythical beast, 19cm. Good condition. No cracks or chips.

A marble statue of the Chinese goddess Kwan Yin, a/f, 100cm tall

A late 17th / early 18th century Chinese carved soapstone figure of Li Tieguai. The bearded figure is dressed in a flowing robe and leaning against a crutch. Along with a portrait miniature, gouache on card after Horace Taylor. The sitter, Claude Calthrop, is depicted with the soapstone statue. Statue 17cm. Provenance; Claude David Usticke Calthrop (1893-1921) First Secretary General of the Rhineland High Commission, Coblenz, by whom the statue was probably purchased in Switzerland or Germany. Obvious losses to the statue.

A Chinese carved jade coloured hardstone statue of a mythical beast, 19cm. Good condition. No cracks or chips.

Indian bronze statue, two brass statues, Chinese crackle style vase and two soap stone carvings, tallest 12cm 

An antique bronze Chinese statue of a deity with traces of gilding on the face and hands. Mounted on a square base. Height 31 cm.

Pair of Chinese Pen and Watercolours of Village Scenes, 23cms x 25cms, framed and glazed together with an Engraving of a Hippo and a Photograph of a Statue

A late 19th century Chinese iron statue formed as a seated Buddha raised on a lotus throne, 24cm.

A cast metal statue of a Chinese Qilin, 27cmH

Li Qingfa (Chinese, B. 1954) and Jiang Weijie (Chinese, 20th C.) "erra Cotta Warriors - Arrow Shooter" Signed lower left. Mixed Media on Silk. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.N. F.s. 0,45 The Terracotta Warriors stamp issued November 19, 1997. Restoring the more than 8,000 terra-cotta warrior statues discovered in the mausoleum of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, is a monumental task requiring extraordinary skill and patience. Working with an inventory of literally thousands of fragments, archeologists and technicians have worked 19 years mending the broken soldiers. It's a lucky day when workers find just one piece that fits. To this day, long piles of fragments still lie at the western end of the site, awaiting connective surgery. More terra-cotta warriors are buried beneath them, waiting for their own resurrection. To help with the painstaking assembly, each piece is marked with a special code, indicating where the item was found and to what statue it might belong. If a perfect fit cannot be achieved, as is often the case, the piece goes back into inventory. An immense data base is being compiled on all statues, bronzes and other artifacts found at the site. Their images, descriptions and restoration history are being stored via computer for future reference. Interestingly, each warrior's face is unique. Many experts believe the emperor ordered actual soldiers from his honor guard to act as models, so they could continue to protect him through eternity. Before the rule of Qin Shi Huang it was customary in China to bury living people in tombs, rather than their likenesses. No doubt these soldiers were more than willing to pose, since they knew that the finished creations would be buried, instead of themselves. Image Size: 11 x 9.5 in. Overall Size: 14 x 12 in. Unframed. (B15783)

A 19th Century Chinese antique gilded two tone bronze ormolu statue figurine of a Buddha / Goddess likely Avalokiteshvara. The deity modelled with five leaf crown and hair tied in top knot with leaf / feather. Gown decorated with ribbons and set with two large flowers. Standing on Lotus pedestal base. Measures: 17cm tall.

A collection of oriental religions figurine to include Chinese Wise Man, brass Thai Teppanom temple guard dancer statue, a white metal religion Thai female statue figurine, Krishna statue playing the flu next to a cow, wooden African mask and others religion items. 

A 20th Century Chinese oriental Tang horse statue in the manner of Tang Dynasty with famille verte designed to the body raised on plinth base with Chinese character marks to the bottom. Measures: 34cm tall.

Ca. 202 BC-220 AD. Chinese Han Dynasty. Terracotta Horse with Rider. An elegant hollow-moulded terracotta horse. This black horse is modelled in a standing pose with its neck elegantly arched and its ears pricked forward attentively, whilst the tail is shown docked and bound. The horse’s trappings, bar the head piece are painted on in red and were not modelled. The rider is heavily stylised in an ochre-coloured terracotta and is shown with roughly modelled details, short arms and indistinctly modelled legs. Greater detail is alluded to by the presence of pigment on the rider’s face. Horses were an important status symbol in ancient China. These animals were brought to China via the Silk Road and were considered a luxury good. As such horses were a sign of wealth among the elite, and there were strict laws which restricted the ownership of horses to people of elevated rank. In fact, soldiers serving in China’s military had to provide their own mounts indicating that only the richest members of society could serve in the cavalry. This exceptionally well-preserved terracotta is part of a long tradition of horse statuettes in China, and in fact, the earliest known example of a stirrup, today a mainstay of equestrianism, was found on another Chinese statue of a horse from Hunan province, dated to AD 302 (see Cartier, M. 1993. ‘Considérations sur l'histoire du harnachement et de l'équitation en Chine.’ Anthropozoologica, 18, 29-44). Excellent condition. Authenticated by Ralf Kotalla laboratory in Germany; report attached. Size: H:650mm / W:630mm ; 13kg; Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s;

Ca. 202 BC-220 AD. Chinese Han Dynasty. Terracotta Horse with Rider. An elegant hollow-moulded terracotta horse. This brown horse is modelled in a standing pose with its neck elegantly arched, mouth agape and its ears pricked attentively, whilst the tail is shown docked and bound. Additional detail around the eyes has been painted on with black pigment. The rider is heavily stylised in an white painted terracotta and is shown with roughly modelled details, short arms and indistinctly modelled legs. The rider’s face and clothing are detailed in polychrome pigment. Horses were an important status symbol in ancient China. These animals were brought to China via the Silk Road and were considered a luxury good. As such horses were a sign of wealth among the elite, and there were strict laws which restricted the ownership of horses to people of elevated rank. In fact, soldiers serving in China’s military had to provide their own mounts indicating that only the richest members of society could serve in the cavalry. This exceptionally well-preserved terracotta is part of a long tradition of horse statuettes in China, and in fact, the earliest known example of a stirrup, today a mainstay of equestrianism, was found on another Chinese statue of a horse from Hunan province, dated to AD 302 (see Cartier, M. 1993. ‘Considérations sur l'histoire du harnachement et de l'équitation en Chine.’ Anthropozoologica, 18, 29-44). Excellent condition. Authenticated by Ralf Kotalla laboratory in Germany; report attached. Size: H:620mm / W:610mm ; 11kg, Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s;

Ca. 386-534 AD. Chinese Northern Wei Dynasty. Terracotta Horse. A heavily restored, elegant hollow-moulded terracotta horse. This horse is modelled in a standing pose with its neck elegantly arched and its ears pricked forward attentively. The tail is depicted free flowing, instead of bound in the traditional military fashion. Taken together with the elaborate trappings which are modelled in great this terracotta may represent a horse fitted out for parade. The white slip remains, with additional pigments, such as orange and black and green, used to pick out details of the features, such as the trappings, the blanket and the muzzle. Horses were an important status symbol in ancient China. These animals were brought to China via the Silk Road and were considered a luxury good. As such horses were a sign of wealth among the elite, and there were strict laws which restricted the ownership of horses to people of elevated rank. In fact, soldiers serving in China’s military had to provide their own mounts indicating that only the richest members of society could serve in the cavalry. This exceptionally well-preserved terracotta is part of a long tradition of horse statuettes in China, and in fact, the earliest known example of a stirrup, today a mainstay of equestrianism, was found on another Chinese statue of a horse from Hunan province, dated to AD 302 (see Cartier, M. 1993. ‘Considérations sur l'histoire du harnachement et de l'équitation en Chine.’ Anthropozoologica, 18, 29-44). Excellent condition. Authenticated by Ralf Kotalla laboratory in Germany; report attached. Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s; Size: H:680.5mm / W:520.5mm ; 15kg

Ca. 1368-1644 AD. Ming Dynasty. White horse in standing position with neck and head extended slightly forward and mouth agape. The tail is free-flowing and painted grey. The horse is equipped with an elaborate blue harness and is mounted by a carefully modelled individual wearing robes, which preserve traces of blue paint, and a cream-coloured hat. Horses were an important status symbol in ancient China. These animals were brought to China via the Silk Road and were considered a luxury good. As such horses were a sign of wealth among the elite, and there were strict laws which restricted the ownership of horses to people of elevated rank. In fact, soldiers serving in China’s military had to provide their own mounts indicating that only the richest members of society could serve in the cavalry. This exceptionally well-preserved terracotta is part of a long tradition of horse statuettes in China, and in fact, the earliest known example of a stirrup, today a mainstay of equestrianism, was found on another Chinese statue of a horse from Hunan province, dated to AD 302 (see Cartier, M. 1993. ‘Considérations sur l'histoire du harnachement et de l'équitation en Chine.’ Anthropozoologica, 18, 29-44). Excellent condition. Size: H:265mm / W:235mm ; 1300g. Provenance: Property of a London Gallery, previously with Mr. M.P. Dannish collector; acquired in the 1990s

Ca. 1368-1644 AD. Ming Dynasty. White horse in standing position with neck extended and head bowed. The tail is free-flowing. The horse is equipped with an elaborate blue harness and is and is flanked by a carefully modelled individual wearing dark blue robes and a white hat. Horses were an important status symbol in ancient China. These animals were brought to China via the Silk Road and were considered a luxury good. As such horses were a sign of wealth among the elite, and there were strict laws which restricted the ownership of horses to people of elevated rank. In fact, soldiers serving in China’s military had to provide their own mounts indicating that only the richest members of society could serve in the cavalry. This exceptionally well-preserved terracotta is part of a long tradition of horse statuettes in China, and in fact, the earliest known example of a stirrup, today a mainstay of equestrianism, was found on another Chinese statue of a horse from Hunan province, dated to AD 302 (see Cartier, M. 1993. ‘Considérations sur l'histoire du harnachement et de l'équitation en Chine.’ Anthropozoologica, 18, 29-44). Excellent condition. Provenance: Property of a London Gallery, previously with Mr. M.P. Dannish collector; acquired in the 1990s; Size: H:153mm / W:195mm ; 726g

A antique Chinese signed bronze of a large statue of Buddha in a meditation pose seated on a double-lotus base; it is showing a Dhyana Mudra with both hands resting on its lap missing alms bowl. The face shows a quiet and serene expression; the eyelids are lowered as if in meditation , the ears are large and the earlobes elongated; its hair showing the charateristic snail-shell curls. This buddha statue has gold inlay detailing, please view images, Very Good condition Approximate measurements Height 65cm, Base measures 36cm

Antique Asian (possibly Chinese) small bronze statue of Hindu Goddess on a lotus leaf, unmarked18cm high Okay condition for its age

A brass figure of a Chinese foo dog on plinth; a cast metal figure of two monkeys carrying a howdah; together with a brass statue of a dragon and one other (4)

An 18th century Chinese blanc de chine statue of Guanyin and acolytes. Surrounded by precious objects, seated upon a throne ornamented by a pair of scrolling dragons, 37.5cm. Cracks. Some losses to the extremities, the worse being the heads of the two lower figures.

A late 17th / early 18th century Chinese carved soapstone figure of Li Tieguai. The bearded figure is dressed in a flowing robe and leaning against a crutch. Along with a portrait miniature, gouache on card after Horace Taylor. The sitter, Claude Calthrop, is depicted with the soapstone statue. Statue 17cm. Provenance; Claude David Usticke Calthrop (1893-1921) First Secretary General of the Rhineland High Commission, Coblenz, by whom the statue was probably purchased in Switzerland or Germany. Obvious losses to the statue.

A Malaysian brass betel box L.18cm, and a bronze statue of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy, possibly Chinese, H.13.5cm

Wei Dynasty, 534-550 AD. A tall stone statue of Buddha standing on a disc base, with hair in tight curls and ushnisha, left hand in protective stance; slot for a separate right hand; mounted on a custom-made stand. See The Royal Academy of Arts, Return of the Buddha: The Qingzhou Discoveries, London, 2002, for discussion and close parallels.100 kg, 1.37m including stand (54"). Property of a central London gallery; acquired from a Somerset, UK, estate collection; formerly acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s; this lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate number no.157167-10041. The Northern Wei was the most powerful family to rule the northern dynasties prior to the reunification of China under the Sui and Tang dynasties, boasting impressive military prowess. The Tuoba tribesmen who founded the Wei dynasty after their takeover of the Shanxi province, adopted the ancient name Wei for their kingdom, establishing a capital at Pingcheng (present-day Datong.) Beguiled by the appeal of Chinese culture and society, the tribesmen eventually developed a taste for the luxuries characteristic of the Chinese upper classes. The most notable cultural contribution of the Wei dynasty was in Buddhist art. Fine condition.

David Paulley (B. 1931) "25th anniversary of Hawaiian State Hood" Signed lower right, also titled, signed and dated verso. Oil on Canvas. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 20c Hawaii Statehood stamp issued March 12, 1984. August 21, 1959 is a day that will live forever in America's history .. for on that day the territory of Hawaii became the fiftieth state of the Union. Prior to Hawaii's attaining statehood, travelers from all over the world had already made Hawaii famous for its lovely beaches and beautiful weather -- Mark Twain called it "the loveliest fleet of islands that lies anchored in any ocean." Not surprisingly, as American visitors came to know their new American neighbors, they also found that the Hawaiian people were kind and happy and had outstanding character. They also found that the Hawaiian culture includes diverse backgrounds, and there are seven ethnic groups in Hawaii -- people of Japanese, Chinese, Filipino, Korean, Caucasian, and Polynesian ancestry, as well as a mixture called Cosmopolitan. The geography of the Aloha State is also as distinctive as its inhabitants. The islands of this balmy paradise rise out of the warm waters of the Pacific and are topped by peaks which sometimes spew forth a fiery breath of lava. Looking down from the volcanic peaks, one may see the velvet green stretches of sugarcane and pineapple crops. Modern Hawaii has not lost sight of her fascinating history. A large bronze statue of King Kamehameha I, the ruler who united many independent tribal kingdoms under his rule, stands tall in Honolulu's Civic Center. Image Size: 16.5 x 14.25 in. Overall Size: 23.75 x 19.75 in. Unframed. (B08525)

A Chinese 'jade' statue (a.f.) H.14cm

A large allegorical polished wood form, intricately carved. Base.A striking monumental statue hand carved in cherrywood. It depicts the Chinese Immortal Budai, also known as the Laughing Buddha, wearing pearls of wisdom and carrying a bag, symbolizing prosperity. Presented on a decorative wooden base. 13"L x 11"W, base. Issued: c. 1970 Dimensions: 24"H x 12"W, statue Country of Origin: China

ANTIQUE CHINESE JADE RAM STATUE 6.4cm, 50.6g.

A late 17th / early 18th century Chinese carved soapstone figure of Li Tieguai. The bearded figure is dressed in a flowing robe and leaning against a crutch. Along with a portrait miniature, gouache on card after Horace Taylor. The sitter, Claude Calthrop, is depicted with the soapstone statue. Statue 17cm. Provenance; Claude David Usticke Calthrop (1893-1921) First Secretary General of the Rhineland High Commission, Coblenz, by whom the statue was probably purchased in Switzerland or Germany. Obvious losses to the statue. Head probably repaired at the neck.

A 19th century Chinese carved softwood and lacquered statue formed as a warrior, 27.5cm. Some slight losses.

A 19th century Chinese cast iron statue of Buddha. Modelled in a seated pose next to a stack of books. Qianlong seal mark to the reverse, 36cm. Waxed patina over a pitted ground. No cracks or loss.

An 18th century Chinese blanc de chine statue of Guanyin and acolytes. Surrounded by precious objects, seated upon a throne ornamented by a pair of scrolling dragons, 37.5cm. Cracks. Some losses to the extremities, the worse being the heads of the two lower figures.

AN ANTIQUE QING DYNASTY CHINESE CARVED CORAL STATUE carved in detail to depict a traditional Chinese gentleman / sage, on a wooden block, 15cm, 110.4g.

Still Life Watercolour, Initials PBR, depicting a Chinese statue, flowers and a metal platter, resting on a table. Watercolour, initialled and indistinctly dated. Size 10" x 13.5" (25 x 35 cm). Mounted and gilt framed.

A 19th Century Chinese carved ivory statue / figurine in the form of Guanyin, the Buddhist goddess of compassion, being raised on a carved hardwood fitted base. 

An early 20th century Chinese heavy brass statue of a seated Buddha on hardwood stand, later added with brass lamp, H.42cm

Still Life Watercolour, Initials PBR, depicting a Chinese statue, flowers and a metal platter, resting on a table. Watercolour, initialled and indistinctly dated. Size 10" x 13.5" (25 x 35 cm). Mounted and gilt framed.

Bronze statue of a horse, on a marble base, together with a Chinese box, (2)

A Chinese carved wooden statue, of a figure sat on a throne, undecorated, 30cm H.

Antique Chinese red Lacquered Hotei Buddha statue on hand carved wooden stand. Measures 22cm in height including stand.

A Chinese stone carved statue of Kwan Yin, with recess to back of statue, 36 by 19 by 60cm high.