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Strong, straight, single-edged blade with scabbard and hilt covered with brass finish with wire-wrapped grip. Scrollwork and engraving with a rare five-toed dragon . . representing dignity and honor.
Commonly used during the 18th and 19th Centuries. . . . a rarity for dragons…
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- Item Number: W-5327 / W-7098
- Provenance/Origin: Bhutan. Exact age unknown.
- Composition: Brass, steel and other metals
- Dimensions: 17" long. Blade only: 11.75"
- Weight: 2 pounds
- Price: $ 195.00 USD
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Though territorially part of Burma, the Shan States developed their own distinct artistic style. During the 18th century, Shan Buddha sculpture became particularly sophisticated and elegant. Finely and realistically molded, the face exudes sweetness and serenity.
The Tai-Shan (Tai Yai) people are believed to have…
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- Item Number: S-8084
- Provenance/Origin: Shan carving, 18th Century, monastery in Mogok Myanmar
- Composition: Wood with gold gilt and blue paint
- Dimensions: 7.25" tall x 2.75" wide x 2.0" deep
- Weight: 0.75 pounds
- Price: $ 385.00 USD
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Typical of Northern Thai Buddhas, this stunning statue lacks many of the ornate designs seen in many Buddha statues as seen earlier and more recently. Simplicity is better because it allows followers to concentrate more on the spirituality aspect.
Acquired 30 years ago in The golden…
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- Item Number: S-0069
- Provenance/Origin: Northern Thailand. 17/18th Century
- Composition: Bronze
- Dimensions: 15" tall x 7" at widest x 3.5" deep
- Weight: 8.5 pounds
- Price: $ 1,175.00 USD
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Acquired from the Hunt Slonem’s collection, an American painter and sculptor. Interestingly enough, one of his most well-known quotes is: “I would say my whole life could be summed up by the word ‘exotica’”. Wonder what the rest…
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- Item Number: S-6330
- Provenance/Origin: 18th Century, Thailand. Slonem Collection
- Composition: Wood
- Dimensions: 12" tall x 7" wide x 5" deep
- Weight: 3.75 pounds
- Price: $ 385.00 USD
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Detail: Quite rare and are marked as Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period. Deep, vibrant colors with dragon and phoenix designs. Stamp signature. Some designs are raised and painted with enamel. Certificate of Authenticity offered by our agent group. Pristine condition. For the Serious Collector.…
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- Item Number: V-3625
- Provenance/Origin: China, 18th Century
- Composition: Porcelain
- Dimensions: 12" tall x 6" diameter
- Weight: 4.5 pounds
- Price: $375.00 USD
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Detail: Some original gold gilt and pigment is still intact. Meditating position. This is a temple figure. Note prayer flag niche on back of statue. Worthy of a prominent display position. For the
Serious Collector.
- Item Number: S-0049
- Provenance/Origin: China, Temple statue. From a private collector.
- Composition: Wood
- Dimensions: 10" tall x 5" wide
- Weight: 1.6 pounds
- Price: $350.00 USD
