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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 belived to have…
Continue reading → - 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: $ 465.00 USD
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Here we have an emerald green sectioned glass bowl snugly fitted with a gilt brass mounted frame with a pedestal base with concave designs around it. I was particularly struck with the elegance and detail on the gryphon handles. Awesome!…
Continue reading → - Item Number: C-7695
- Provenance/Origin: France. Perhaps Sevres. Circa mid-1900s
- Composition: Glass and brass
- Dimensions: 7.5" diameter bowl. 11" at widest point x 8.25" at tallest point.
- Weight: 2.25 pounds
- Price: $ 585.00 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…
Continue reading → - 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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The history of Buddhism in Tibet has been turbulent, going through periods of revival and decline. Lama Tsongkhapa (1357-1419) was born in the Tsongkha Valley of Amdo province, northeast Tibet. He was a Buddhist scholar and saint who lived in Tibet during a time when Buddhist teachings…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-8908
- Provenance/Origin: Early- to Mid- 1900s. Tibet
- Composition: Bronze, gold gilt
- Dimensions: 9" tall x 5" wide
- Weight: 2.5 pounds
- Price: $ 345.00 USD
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The reclining Buddha represents Shakyamuni. It is said that the Buddha knew death was approaching and asked his disciples to prepare a couch for him in a grove of trees. He lay there, reclining on his right side, facing west, with his head supported by his…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-5978
- Provenance/Origin: Nepal. Circa early- to mid-1900s
- Composition: Wood. Gold gilt. Mirrors. Gems.
- Dimensions: 6" tall x 17" long x 5" deep
- Weight: 3 pounds
- Price: $ 315.00 USD
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A very special and rare find! The Tai-Shan people are believed to have migrated from Yunnan China. The Shan – who call themselves Tai – form one section of the large Tai ethnic group. They span from1315 to 1948. This particular Buddha is…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-7203
- Provenance/Origin: Early 18th Century. Burma.
- Composition: Wood (most likely teak). Lacquer. Gold gilt.
- Dimensions: 18" tall x 10" wide x 6" deep
- Weight: 7 pounds
- Price: $ 2,100.00 USD
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Very difficult to find! This camphor hand carved statue is from a private home in Chengdu, in the Sichuan Province. It was probably carved in the middle- to late-1900s. It came to me through a reputable antique dealer who I have known for years. The…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-0632
- Provenance/Origin: Chengdu. China. Private home. Circa mid-1900s
- Composition: Camphor wood, paint, gilt
- Dimensions: 22" tall with halo x 9.75" at widest point x 7" deep
- Weight: 10.5 pounds
- Price: $ 645.00 USD
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Detail: This unbelievable 17th Century Buddha is a classic Shan Buddha from the Shan States. The detail and coloring are superb and the iconography is accurate for a late 17th Century date. This Buddha sits on a throne in the Bhumisparsa mudra posture calling the earth to…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-3272
- Provenance/Origin: Northern Burma. Shan States. Circa late 17th Century
- Composition: Wood
- Dimensions: Statue: 21" on base x 7.75" at widest. Museum Base: 8.5" tall x 5.5" wide
- Weight: 5.25 pounds on base
- Price: $ 1,875.00 USD
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The Remover of Obstacles . . a rare and old Rattanakosin Bronze Ganesh typical of the style with finely jeweled trappings and throne. Extremely well cast and detailed. This bronze is in Very Fine condition. Gold gilt with a probable light lacquer coating to protect the…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-5200
- Provenance/Origin: Thailand. Circa mid- to late-1800's
- Composition: Bronze
- Dimensions: 10.5" tall x 7.75" at widest
- Weight: 8.5 pounds
- Price: $ 1,475.00 USD
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Detail: Exquisite color with gold gilding. Imari porcelain was first produced in Japan in the 1700’s. China quickly began to produce its own Chinese Imari pieces. China was able to produce a thinner porcelain with a more even / smooth glaze. I am told…
Continue reading → - Item Number: V-3587
- Provenance/Origin: China. Circa mid- to late-1900's
- Composition: Imari Porcelain
- Dimensions: 13.75" tall x 9" at widest
- Weight: 6.5 pounds
- Price: $ 220.00 USD
