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Carved Jichi Wood Stand with Inlay, China

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Detail: Very high quality stand or display. Rare wood that I believe is related to the famous Chinese rosewood. Petite silver/nickel alloy inlay on all sides. A perfect display stand for the reclining Kwan-yin (Item S-4713). From our Beijing dealer. Circa mid- to late-1900’s.

Large Horse Ink Drawing Hanging Scroll, China

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Detail: This calligraphy and ink drawing comes from a private family collection through one of our Beijing agents. Age unknown. This is a powerful piece of art and in good condition. The framing all around the art is in cloth with a unique texture and design (see photo). On the… Continue reading

Hanging 7-Fairy Scroll, China

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Detail: I acquired this from a galley owner in Beijing. It appears to be quite old. The paper has waxy or oil-based feel to it. Not sure of the paper composition but it has a great antique look and feel. Textured paper surround the art piece (see photo). The sketching… Continue reading

Blue / White Porcelain Pixiu, China

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Detail: This Pixiu is a Chinese mythical hybrid creature that – according to stories – is able to draw wealth (especially gold and silver) to its owners. Acquired from one of our agents in Beijing. Circa mid-1900’s. Pristine condition.

Copper & Cloisonne Vessel / Censer, China

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Detail:  Huge censer with gilding accents.  Hand painted with – what looks like – foo dogs / lions faces on feet and dragons forming the handles.  Age unknown but certainly an older piece.    From an estate sale in Beijing.  Good condition.   This… Continue reading

Pair, Square Famille Verte Porcelain Jars, China

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Detail:  Peacocks, coy fish, bamboo, flowers, foo dogs / lions on handles and top.  Hand signed on bottom, not stamped.  From a private family outside Beijing.  Circa early- to mid-1900’s.  Lids.   This beautiful pair of jars have SOLD.  Thanks M.K.!

Happy Gong Wine Vessel in Bronze or Brass, China

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Detail:  Kuang styling from the early Chou dynasty (late 11th – early 10th Century BC).   Used as a wine vessel.  Lei-wen pattern covers surface.  In high relief are various dragon forms and other metamorphic animal components.  Notice the bird like design at the front… Continue reading
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