Period Carvings and Sculpture
18th c. Bronze NaginiA South Indian bronze architectural devotional ornament in the form of a Nagini: Half human and half serpent, the nagini is a protector of natural resources, fertility and treasures. Figure: 10 inches |
Detailed view of 18th c. Bronze NaginiPrajnaparamitaIn the Newari style of the 17th c. Kathmandu Valley, this 3 1/2 inch copper gilt figure of Prajnaparamita; the "Mother of all Buddhas" beautifully expresses her attribute of Transcendance. |
Bronze Tiger OkimonoMeiji Period - Circa 1868-1912A charming bronze okimono depicting a crouching tiger with a whimsical plump build, slightly upturned head, alert eyes and an upturned tail. Very fine casting and finishing. |
Detailed view of Bronze Tiger OkimonoVietnamese Buddha and Dragon ChairOf exquisite gilt lacquer on wood, the sitting Buddha on the extraordinary Dragon Altar Chair are of 19th century manufacture. Together they provide a glimpse into the majesty of Vietnamese craftsmanship and devotion. |
18th c. Fertility Blessing FigureA sublime 18th c. golden nanmu wood figure, of a Mother who sits with her two suckling children; emblematic of the blessing of many children. The marvelous chair stand is of a different wood and of later date. China. 13 x 21 inches |
Detailed view of 18th c. Fertility Blessing Figure
Second view of 18th c. Fertility Blessing Figure19th c. Jade Bactrian CamelThe recumbent camel is fashioned out of nephrite, jade of a buttery golden color; the result of the outer "skin" of the original jade pebble. Bactrian camels were a familiar sight along the trade route known as the "Silk Road". 5 x 3 1/2 x 1 1/2 19th c. China. |
Detailed view of 19th c. Jade Bactrian Camel
Second view of 19th c. Jade Bactrian Camel16th c. Naga Raja - TibetA heavily gilded copper alloy full figure of a Naga Raja, while three attendant naga serpents cover his back above him. 16th c. Tibet Figure only is 3 x 8 inches, and is perched for display, on stand. |
18th c. Brahma - TibetRarely depicted in Tibetan figures, Brahma on the hamsa is a copper alloy figure which is mounted onto a fine old wood stand from Japan. From a wonderful sword collection belonging to a Samurai family, this figure is magical. Brahma holds the sun of illumination in his hand. Traces of gilding. |
Detailed view of 18th c. Brahma - Tibet
Second view of 18th c. Brahma - Tibet18th c. Parvati - Bronze with silver eyesA heavy, bronze door/wall ornament with traces of gilding. The enchanting face of Parvati with silver inlaid eyes. 18th c. Maharashtra, India 6 x 10 inches |
Qing Jadeite SealJadeite carved into the form of a squirrel astride a bunch of grapes as symbols of abundance in fortune and offspring. Further embellished with symbols for longevity in the form of Lingzhi (immortal fungi) 2 1/2" tall. |
Detailed view of Qing Jadeite Seal
Second view of Qing Jadeite Seal19thc. Chinese Nephrite Jade BuckleOne Translucent Grey Green, Mutton Fat Nephrite clothing buckle with two knobs on verso for attachment. One graceful Chi-Lung Dragon is carved on the front. 2 1/4 x 1 3/4 inchesItem #220CA |
Guan Yu - Gilt lacquer on wood - late 19th centuryAn historical figure turned fierce guardian and object of worship, Guan Yu was a general at the end of the Han Dynasty. Though considered as an emblem of war he is actually venerated as a man of peace who would rather keep violence to a minimum and, as such, he is worshipped throughout China. This monumental figure stands 24 inches and weighs over 30 lbs. He brings the gift of PRESENCE as seen in the images! |
Detailed view of Guan Yu - Gilt lacquer on wood - late 19th century
Second view of Guan Yu - Gilt lacquer on wood - late 19th century19th c. Silver Reliquary StupaThis extraordinary silver Tibetan Buddhist reliquary in the form of a Stupa, set with coral and turquoise, is sealed with prayers by a chase and repousee Padmasambhava. The figures on the lower levels are of those suffering from ignorance. Auspicious symbols assist the aspirants and toward the upper sections, the enlightened ones are depicted and surround the fully enlightened one at the top on either side. |
Detailed view of 19th c. Silver Reliquary Stupa
Second view of 19th c. Silver Reliquary StupaA Ming glazed stoneware figure of a Seated BoddhisattvaA glazed stoneware figure dated to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), of a seated Boddhisattva holding a ruyi scepter.8 3/4" tall This sublime figure has survived for 500 years and but, for some minor chips, has weathered the ages remarkably well. |
Detailed view of A Ming glazed stoneware figure of a Seated Boddhisattva Pre Columbian Shaman Head - Costa RicaI had this head examined at the Natural History Museum in Los Angeles about 25 years ago. They were kind enough to pull out a very old reference book containing nearly identical images of this basalt head from Costa Rica. It was dated to from 300-100 BCE and identified as the representation of a Shaman wearing the diagnostic Shaman hat. 5 1/4" x 4 3/4"Provenance: Dean Flora Collection |
Detailed view of Pre Columbian Shaman Head - Costa Rica
Second view of Pre Columbian Shaman Head - Costa RicaLapis Butterfly Brush Wash 19th centuryThis remarkable late Ching Dynasty Long Life brush wash, is carved in Afghan Lapis Lazuli in the form of a butterfly, echoed by an image of the creature meticulously carved in low relief on the underside. 5" x 1 3/4" x 2 3/4" |
Detailed view of Lapis Butterfly Brush Wash 19th century
Second view of Lapis Butterfly Brush Wash 19th centuryTibetan 17th century makara powder hornThis bone carving of a makara was used in 17th century Tibet as part of a gunpowder horn assembly. |
Detailed view of Tibetan 17th century makara powder horn
Second view of Tibetan 17th century makara powder hornLapis Magical DragonThis 19th century Chinese carving in Afghan Lapis Lazuli, gracefully depicts a dragon in motion. Note the stars incised onto the Dragon. They are emblematic of magic, hence the name Magical Dragon.2"long x 1" high |
Enameled & Guilded Silver ArchangelsEnameled and gilded fine silver archangels. Vienna First quarter 19th c. 9" high. |
Pre Columbian Jaquar Head - Basalt - Costa RicaOver 800 years old, this dramatic jaguar head was once attached to a massive metate or corn grinding platform, in the shape of a jaguar. The jaguar head was found in Costa Rica, attached to a mail box by the concrete extension, wood and bolt arrangement seen in the photo below. The entire artifact measures 6 1/2 x 15 inches (including the bolt extensions) |
Detailed view of Pre Columbian Jaquar Head - Basalt - Costa Rica
Second view of Pre Columbian Jaquar Head - Basalt - Costa RicaDainichi Nayorai - Japan - circa 1700Edo Period Japan. A gilt lacquer on wood figure of the Cosmic Buddha on lotus pedestal in gesture of the Knowledge Fist Mudra: Union of spirit and matter. circa 1700 13 1/2' tall on glass base.www.instagram.com/p/CWBhMT3gh1s/?utm_medium=copy_link |
Detailed view of Dainichi Nayorai circa 1700
Second view of Dainichi Nayorai circa 1700Ming Bronze Qilin CenserA wonderful bronze censer in the charming form of a magical creature; the Qilin. A combination unicorn, flaming dragon with hooves and the spindly legs of a giraffe. The head tilts open in order to accept the burning incense. Stands 11 inches tall and 7 inches in length. 17th century Chinawww.instagram.com/reel/CmFmWFsgBsE/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D |
Detailed view of Ming Bronze Qilin Censer
Second view of Ming Bronze Qilin Censer
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