Asian Works of Art - Skinner Auction 2528B
Asian Works of Art - Skinner Auction 2528B
Asian Works of Art - Skinner Auction 2528B
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Lots 970-978
Annelise Freiheit Collection and since in a private collection
Lots 1319-1326
Ex-collection Estate of the late Senator Theodore F. Green of Rhode Island
Lots 1327-1359
From the private collection of Shen Baozhen’s fifth-generation granddaughter
Lots 1360-1419
Ex-collection P.Y. Wang
Lot 1426
Formerly in the private collection of the family of Yeh Gongchao (George Yeh) (1904-1981).
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Session I - Lots 1-850
to be sold Friday, December 3rd at 9 a.m.
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Cypress Chest, Korea, early 20th century, of rectangular shape, with Pair of Rosewood Chairs, China, late 19th century, the back panel
brass mounts, ht. 19, lg. 33, wd. 17 1/4 in. carved in openwork with a cartouche enclosing a fore-fronting dragon
$200-300 clasping a precious pearl, below a section with two dragons striding
amidst clouds, the apron carved with prunus scrolls, paw feet, ht. 38,
17 x 18 in. (seat).
2. $500-700
Hexagonal Stand, China, 19th century, rosewood, surface inlaid with
bone and ivory in a landscape pattern with borders of bats and floral
sprigs, 18 x 18 x 19 in. 6.
$200-300 Rosewood Incense Stand, China, with an inset marble top, aprons
carved and pierced with plum blossoms, foo dog mask on cabriole
legs, ht. 28 3/4 in.
3. $300-500
Inlaid Rosewood Stand, China, 19th century, with an inset square
marble top, the borders inlaid in mother-of-pearl with leafy scrolls, the
legs finely carved and inlaid with prunus branches, ht. 32 1/2, sq. 16 7.
3/4 in. Rosewood Incense Stand, China, with an inset marble top, aprons
$300-500 carved and pierced with plum blossoms, cabriole legs with prunus
branches, ht. 29 1/2 in.
$300-500
4.
Hardwood Stool, China, 19th century, finely and elaborately carved in
openwork with acanthus leaf scrolls, the rectangular side panels carved 8.
with chrysanthemum branches, ht. 22 1/2, 16 1/2 x 10 1/2 in. (seat). Nesting Tables, China, 19th century, four nesting tables with the
$300-500 aprons carved in openwork with bats and clouds, ht. 28 1/8, 13 1/2 x
20 1/4 in.
$200-300
9.
Pair of Tall Rosewood Stands, China, 19th century,
each of rectangular shape with two layers, inset with
a marble top, the apron carved in openwork with leafy
scrolls, scroll feet, ht. 31 1/2, 16 1/4 x 12 in.
$300-500
10.
Marble-top Low Stand, China, 19th century, square-
shape seat inset with a marble plaque, the apron carved
with plum blossoms and lotuses, ht. 11, sq. 16 1/2 in.
$100-150
11.
Pair of Rosewood Stands, China, 19th century, of
three layers, the rectangular top inset with a marble
plaque, the apron carved with prunus branches and
open scrolls, paw-shaped feet, ht. 32, 16 1/2 x 12 in.
$400-600
12.
Inlaid Lacquered Table, Japan, 19th century, finely inlaid in
mother-of-pearl with a panel of scholars gathering in a serene
landscape with pavilions and pines, the apron with undulating
borders decorated en suite, four feet, ht. 6, 19 1/2 x 12 1/2 in.
$200-300
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Inlaid Armchair, China, 19th century, finely inlaid with bone and
boxwood with phoenixes, dragons, and birds amidst prunus and
magnolia branches, the back splat inlaid with panels enclosing
horses in a landscape, figures in front of a pagoda, and bats and
precious pearls, ht. 32 1/2, 19 x 16 1/2 in. (seat).
$200-300
13A.
Black-lacquered Wood Chair for Two, China, each in the shape
of an official’s hat side chair Guanmaoyi, the gently curved back
splat with relief carving of a chilong roundel, ht. 50, lg. 53, wd. 22
in.
$300-500
14.
Marble Inset Rosewood Stand, China, 19th century, the
rectangular two-layer table with the top inset with a marble plaque,
the apron carved in openwork with classic scroll and leafy tendrils,
ht. 24 1/4, 16 1/2 x 12 in.
$100-150
15.
Rosewood Desk, China, supported on two cabriole legs to one
side and drawers to the other, the legs with paw feet surmounted
by bats and grapevines, the side panels to the drawers carved
with a lotus pond scene and bird on prunus branches, elaborately
carved apron, beaded borders to the desk top, ht. 31 1/2, lg. 50
1/2, wd. 30 in.
$600-800
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Cinnabar Chest, China, 19th century, the front door panels carved in Portuguese Colonial Cabinet, 18th century, with four shelves to
relief with scholar and attendant traveling in a mountainous landscape the inside, the front doors and side panels carved and gilded and
with pavilions, drawers to the interior, the top and sides carved with polychromed with cartouches enclosing flowers and acanthus leafy
wan symbols, brass fittings, ht. 11, lg. 15 3/4, wd. 10 1/4 in. scrolls, ht. 43, lg. 29, wd. 11 in.
$400-600 $300-500
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Rosewood Display Cabinet, China, late 19th/early 20th century, the Pair of Cabinets, China, 18th century, elmwood, two-door type with
elegant structure accentuated by relief carving and openwork design of moon-shaped lock plates, aprons carved with foliated dragons, interior
lotus scrolls to the borders, ht. 45 1/2, lg. 41, wd. 13 1/4 in. with two drawers, original lacquered surface to the interior, ht. 68 3/4,
$200-300 wd. 37 3/4, dp. 21 1/2 in.
$3,000-5,000
20A.
Carved Rosewood Armchair, China, the back carved in relief and
with openwork depicting two eagles amidst chrysanthemum branches,
dragon arms with inlaid eyes, fu, shou, and lu roundels on the seat,
supported on carved cabriole legs, ht. 47 in.
$800-1,200
21.
Rosewood Tabouret, China, 19th century, rounded form with animal
feet and foo dog heads at the shoulders, aprons carved and pierced
with flowers, top inset with a red marble panel, dia. 20, ht. 17 1/2 in.
$200-300
22.
Rosewood Cabinet, China, late 19th/early 20th century, supported
on lion mask and paw feet, elaborated carved with panels of figures
engaged in various activities in a landscape with pavilions, enclosed by
flower borders, ht. 50, lg. 73 1/2, wd. 26 in.
$1,500-2,000
23.
Takahashi Hiroaki: Moon at Ishiyama, c. 1920, (very good impression,
color, and condition, margins trimmed), framed.
$150-250
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Tsuchiya Koitsu: Pagoda in Rain, 1933,with seals of publisher (Doi), Terauchi Manjiro (1890-1964): Japan, 20th century, blossoming cherry
carver and printer, (fine impression, color, and condition), framed. by a stream with bridge and path with figure, watercolor on paper,
$400-600 Western-style, signed Terauchi, (fine color and condition), framed.
$300-500
25.
Yoshida Hiroshi: Sarusawa Pond, 1933, signed in pencil and with jizuri 29.
Framed Painting: Japan, early 20th century, farm village by a stream
seal, (fine impression, color, and condition), framed.
with bridge and fishing boat, watercolor on paper, Western-style, signed
$300-500
Howyo, (fine color and condition with slight creases), framed.
$200-300
26.
Yoshida Hiroshi: Utagahama, 1937, from Scenes of Nikko, signed in 30.
pencil and with jizuri seal, (fine impression, color, and condition, with Painting: Japan, 20th century, farm village by a stream below Mt. Fuji,
some fading and slight marginal creases), framed. watercolor on paper, Western-style, signed and with seal, (fine color
$300-500 and condition), framed.
$100-150
27.
Painting: Japan, late 19th century, white herons on snow-covered 31.
willow, ink, slight color and white on paper, with two seals, (fine color Painting: Japan, 20th century, pagoda and temple grounds, watercolor
and condition), framed. on silk, Western-style, signed and with seal, (fine color and condition),
$300-500 framed.
$150-250
32.
Painting: China, 20th century, giant Pandas and bamboo, ink, colors
and white on silk, with border of silk brocade, signed and with three
seals, (fine color and condition), framed.
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33. 35.
Painting: China, 20th century, magpies and lilies, ink and colors on Painting: China, 20th century, birds and flowers, ink, colors and white
paper, with border of silk brocade, signed and inscribed and with three on silk, unsigned, (good color and condition with some abrasions),
seals, (fine color and condition with slight creases), framed. framed.
$300-500 $200-300
34. 36.
Painting: China, 20th century, chicken hatchling and pea vines, ink and Painting: China, 20th century, pigeon and bamboo, ink colors and
colors on paper, signed and with two seals, (fine color and condition), white on silk, signed and with three seals, (good color and condition
framed. with some abrasions), framed.
$200-300 $200-300
40.
Kaoru Kawano: image of a girl holding a baby, signed in pencil and
with one seal, (very good impression, color, and condition), framed and
glazed, 19 1/2 x 13 1/2 in. (with frame).
$100-150
41.
Paul Jacoulet: La Geisha Kiyoka, Tokyo, signed in pencil and with a
mandarin duck seal, titled and with carver’s and printer’s seal in margin,
(very good impression, color, and condition, toned, torn, and glue stain
to the margin), framed and glazed, 21 1/2 x 16 1/2 in. (with frame).
$100-150
42.
Paul Jacoulet: Le Mandarin aux Lunettes, Mandchoukuo, signed
in pencil and with a mandarin duck seal, titled and with carver’s
and printer’s seal in margin, additional seal to the lower right corner
of the back, (very good impression, color, and condition), with old
label “Mandarin With Spectacles from Manchuria Grand deluxe Set,
Especially dedicated in Memory of Dead Soldiers of the War on
Memorial Day. May 1951 Paul Jacoulet” to the back of the frame,
framed and glazed, 23 x 18 in. (with frame).
$100-150
43.
Tadashi Nakayama: Horse, 19/85, signed “Nakayama” in pencil, dated
1966, (good impression, color, and condition, surface abrasion), framed
and glazed, 21 1/2 x 13 1/2 in. (with frame).
$100-150
44.
Joichi Hoshi: Red Tree, 21/50, with paper label “Joichi Hoshi ‘71, Miss
Rose E Walker 4 Dec 71” to the back, framed and glazed, 17 x 35, 26
x 46 in. (with frame).
$200-300
45.
Paul Jacoulet: L’Homme Accroupi Chinois, signed in pencil and with
an owl seal, titled and with carver’s and printer’s seal in margin, (very
good impression, color, some foxing), framed and glazed, 21 1/2 x 16
1/2 in. (with frame).
$100-150
46.
Paul Jacoulet: L’Homme qui Ecrit Chinois, signed in pencil and with
38 a flower seal, titled and with carver’s and printer’s seal in margin, (very
good impression, color, extensive foxing), framed and glazed, 21 1/2 x
16 1/2 in. (with frame).
37.
$100-150
Two Hokusai and Another Artist: two long surimino, A Buddhist Priest
and Two Women Taking Rubbing from a Stone Stela, and another;
together with a framed woodblock print with a seated geisha and 47.
lengthy inscription, (fair impression, color, and condition, with creases, Paul Jacoulet: Cactus, signed in pencil and with a bird seal, titled and
stains, fading and rubbing), 12 x 8, 7 1/2 x 5 in. with carver’s and printer’s seal in margin, (very good impression, color,
$200-300 and condition), framed and glazed, 20 1/4 x 16 1/2 in. (with frame).
$100-150
38.
Framed Painting: Japan, ink and colors on silk, depiction of the seated 48.
figure of a monk in front of a precipice, holding a rosary in his hands, 31 Paul Jacoulet: Tempête du Coeur Séoul Corée, signed in pencil and
x 15 in. with a maple leaf seal, titled and with printer’s seal in margin, (very good
$300-400 impression, color, and condition), framed and glazed, 20 1/8 x 16 1/2
in. (with frame).
$100-150
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Paul Jacoulet: Fumees de Santa I, signed in pencil and with a roundel
seal, titled and with printer’s seal in margin, (very good impression,
color, and condition), framed and glazed, 20 1/4 x 16 1/2 in. (with
frame).
$100-150
50.
Hanging Scroll, Japan, ink and colors on silk, Chrysanthemum, signed,
inscribed, and with four seals, 21 x 13 in.
$300-500
51.
Terauchi Manjiro (1890-1964): two Western-style watercolors, Garden
with Bridge and Garden with Waterfalls, both signed “Terauchi,” (very
good to fine color and condition), framed.
$200-300
52.
Two Japanese Woodblock Prints: including Lady with Folded Parasol
by Yoshitora and Lady with Fan with illegible (abraded) signature, (the
first a good impression with good color and slight toning, creases
and stains; the second a good impression with good color and in fair
condition with extensive stains, creases, tears, holes and abrasions),
framed.
$100-150
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53.
Ito Takashi: Fishing Boat in Harbor, c. 1930, (fine impression, color,
and condition), framed.
$300-500
54.
Ito Takashi: Traveler on a Log Bridge Crossing a Rushing Stream
through Mountain Woods, 1932, (fine impression, color, and condition,
with some marginal creases), framed.
$300-500
55.
Takahashi Hiroaki: Geisha Playing Shamisen on Village Street beneath
Crescent Moon, c. 1920, (fine impression, color, and condition), framed.
$300-500
56.
Chinese and Japanese Art: twenty-six items, including Chinese
watercolors and a scroll, Japanese photographs, an ink painting, and
woodblock prints by or after Utamaro, Kunisada, Hiroshige, Hokkei,
Wada Sanzo and others, (mostly fair to good condition with various
faults), four framed items, a scroll and remainder in white folder, which
also contains some color reproductions of Japanese prints.
$200-300
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76.
66. Three Japanese Woodblock Prints: including Hokusai, In the Well of
Yoshida Hiroshi: two prints, Chionin Temple Gate and Hayase, both the Great Wave off Kanagawa, from Thirty-six Views of Mt. Fuji, black
signed in pencil and with jizuri seals, (good impressions, color, and outline; Hiroshige, Suruga Street, from One Hundred Famous Views of
condition, with some toning and one with dark water stain), framed. Edo, and Eisen, A Courtesan, (good impressions, color and condition
$300-500 with various faults), framed.
$200-300
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No lot. Ohara Shoson: Songbird and Mayfly Among Grasses, c. 1910, signed
and sealed Koson, (fine impression, color, and condition, with some
faint stains and creases), framed.
$200-300
78.
Framed Painting: Japan, colors on paper, naturalistic painted as a
seated figure of a young monk, holding the long handle of a bronze 80.
censer, one seal, one other seal to the label on the back, signed Two Japanese Woodblock Prints: including a twentieth-century copy
“painted by Kyoyuki” to the label, framed and glazed, 46 x 36 1/4, 60 in reduced size after Hiroshige’s Autumn Moon at Seba, from the Sixty-
1/2 x 50 in. (with frame). nine Stations of the Kisokaido; together with a Meiji era print of a scene
in a farm village eatery, (good impressions, color, and condition), in
Provenance: Ex-collection of Robert H. Ellsworth. slipcase.
$400-600 $100-150
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Framed Painting: Japan, Chinese style, ink and colors on silk, finely Okuyama Gihachiro: Mountain Valley and Farm in Late Autumn, signed
painted as a bird perched on white and red magnolia branches, signed, and numbered “75-43” in pencil and inscribed in pencil in Japanese
one seal, framed and glazed, 11 x 14 in. script in left margin, probably self-printed, (fine impression, color, and
$200-300 condition), framed.
$300-500
82.
Hanging Scroll, Japan, 19th century, ink on paper, abstract Chan 85A.
painting, three seals, 27 x 8 3/4 in. Kiyoshi Saito: Jacko-in Kyoto, 44/100, 1963, signed in Roman script
$300-500 “Kiyoshi Saito” and sealed in red in Japanese “Kiyoshi,” (very good
impression and color, minor creases to the margin), 20 1/2 x 15 in.
$300-500
83.
Ohara Shoson: Cockatoo with Pomegranate, chuban, c. 1930, signed
and sealed Shoson, (fine impression, color, and condition), framed. 86.
$200-300 Takahashi Hiroaki: Riverside at Katsushika, c. 1920, (fine impression,
color, and condition, with very slight foxing), framed.
$300-500
84.
Mikumo (Publisher): Sangyu Sangendo Temple, Kyoto, Japan, signed
in pencil and with two red seals, titled verso with publisher’s label 87.
and inscribed “26/30 No 64 AB,” (very good impression, color, and Hiroshige: three prints, including Musashi, Sumida River in Snow, from
condition, with light foxing and creases), in large brown envelope. Famous Places of the Sixty-odd Provinces; together with Snow at the
$200-300 Sumida River, from Famous Places of the Eastern Capital, and Canal
in Winter, from the same series--all later 19th century editions, (good
impressions, color and condition), framed.
$300-500
89.
Ohara Shoson: Diving and Leaping Carp and Bee, c. 1910, sealed
Koson, (very good impression, color, and condition), framed.
$200-300
90.
Toyokuni III: Courtesans and Attendants, c. 1850, (fair impression,
color, and condition, with fading, creases, and water stain), framed.
$100-150
91.
Three Japanese Woodblock Prints: Women Entering and Leaving
Temple Grounds by Toyokuni III, and two Bathing Scenes, copies after
Koryusai, (fair to good impressions, color and condition, one with a bad
repair), framed.
$150-250
92.
Three Japanese Woodblock Prints: prints of women by Kuniyoshi,
Toyokuni III, and Sadahide, (good impressions, color and condition),
framed.
$300-500
93.
Two Japanese Woodblock Prints: Joyful Spring, after a 17th century
painting by Matabei; and A Jollification, after a painting of the same
period by Miyakawa, both 20th century copies, (good impressions,
95 color, and condition, with some toning), framed.
$200-300
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94. 100.
Five Japanese Woodblock Prints: including three actor prints by Tsuchiya Koitsu: Miyajima Shrine in Rain, second printing.
Toyokuni III, a print of a sumo wrestler by Kunisada and a sumi ink $100-150
drawing of a scene from the life of the famous poetess and beauty Ono
no Komachi of the Heian period, the drawing probably a study for a
woodcut by an unknown artist of the 19th century. 101.
$500-700 Buncho and Kiyonaga: two prints, Lovers Meeting, chuban, 19th
century impressions, (good impressions, color, and condition, with faint
toning, stains, or creases), framed.
95. $200-300
Utamaro: two ladies reading, signed, late impression from new blocks,
(good impression, color, and condition, slight soiling to the paper),
framed and glazed (glass broken).
$100-125
96.
Kawanishi Hide: The Stone Garden, signed in pencil, dated 1959,
edition 100/200, (very good impression, color, and condition), framed
and glazed, 14 1/4 x 19 1/4 in.
$400-600
97.
Kimura Kosuke: Memory, Kyoto-1, signed, dated 1974, edition 50/60,
(very good impression, color, and condition), framed and glazed, 11 1/4
x 18 1/2 in.
$300-500
98.
Ryohei Tanaka: etching, depicting roof and trees, signed in pencil,
dated 1977, edition 5/100, (very good impression and condition),
framed in Plexiglas, 9 1/2 x 8 1/4 in.
$300-400
99.
Woodblock Print: depicting red squares, signed, dated 1964, edition
89/210, (very good impression, color, and condition), framed and
glazed, 18 x 16 1/2 in.
$150-250
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102. 103.
Yoshikazu: Women Engaged in Silkworm Culture, diptych or two Framed Painting: Japan, Kano School, 18th century, ink and colors on
sheets of a larger composition, (fair to good impression, color, and silk, depiction of a white hawk on its stand, framed and mounted, 64
condition, with extensive creases, toning and trimming), framed. 3/4 x 34 1/2 in.
$300-500
Provenance: Christie’s New York, Fine Japanese Works of Art, March
21, 1985, lot 621.
$800-1,200
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Pair of Framed Paintings: Japan, 17th century, Unkoku School, ink on Six-panel Screen, Japan, Kano School, 19th century, ink and colors
paper, landscape motif in Chinese style, framed and glazed, two seals on gold paper, depiction of plants and flower branches under a full
to one painting, framed and glazed, 37 3/4 x 14 in. moon, each panel 17 3/4 x 53 in.
Provenance: Descended in the estate of a Cambridge, Massachusetts, Provenance: Christie’s New York, Fine Japanese Works of Art, March
and New York City academic family. 21, 1985, lot 645.
$1,000-1,500 $800-1,000
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105. 108.
Large Celadon Bowl, Japan, supported on tripod feet, the exterior Satsuma Paste Box, Japan, 19th century, the circular cover finely
carved with flowers borne on leafy tendrils, below a band of painted with a ferocious dragon amidst swirling clouds to the exterior,
chrysanthemum lappets under the everted flat rim with key-fret designs, and a dignitary crossing a river on alligator to the interior, the interior of
covered by a pale celadon-green glaze, ht. 6 7/8, dia. 14 1/4 in. the box with a scene of maidens appreciating cherry blossoms, mark to
$200-300 the base, dia. 3 in.
$200-300
106.
Pair of Covered Porcelain Jars, Japan, early 20th century, each 109.
painted in polychrome enamels with cranes resting amidst prunus Ivory Netsuke, Japan, 19th century, carved with figures resting in
branches, the domed cover decorated en suite, surmounted by a foo front of a thatched cottage beneath an overarching pine tree, signed
dog finial, ht. approx. 20 1/2 in. “Gyokuzan,” lg. 2 1/2 in.
$300-500 $200-300
107. 110.
Pair of Satsuma Vases, Japan, 19th century, the lobed sides painted Patinated Copper Perfume Bottle, Japan, 19th century, each side
with cranes resting in a reed pond, between brocade borders around decorated with applied brass finely cast into a multitude of flowers,
the neck and above the foot, ht. 12 7/8 in. flanked by dragon handles, lg. 2 in.
$200-300 $200-300
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Ivory Netsuke, Japan, 19th century, carved as a group of figures in Traveling Shrine, Japan, 19th century, carved gilt-lacquered wood
various attitudes forming a circle, signed “Meiryu” to the base, ht. 1, lg. figure of Buddha seated on multi-galleried plinth, with a flame-like
1 5/8 in. aureole to the back, ht. 7 1/2 in.
$200-300 $200-300
112. 114.
Bamboo Root Carving, Japan, 19th century, carved as a traveling Sculptural Work, Japan, Itaru Komuro (b. 1941), of rectangular
shrine with hinged doors opening to a Buddhist triad, with seated shape, box construction with script from Noh play inscribed in classical
figure of Buddha atop a lotus throne flanked by standing figures of calligraphy on wooden wall forms, signed “Nonomiya, I. Komuro 1968.
Bodhisattva, marker’s mark carved to the base, ht. 6 1/8 in. 1,” 10 7/8 x 7 1/4 x 2 3/8 in.
$200-250
Provenance: Ex Fran-Nell Gallery of Art, Tokyo, 1968.
$300-400
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115. 117.
Inlaid Stand, Japan, 19th century, inlaid with mother-of-pearl on a Pottery Vase, Japan, late 19th century, satsuma ware, oviform shape
black lacquered ground with cranes and flowers to the border of the with rib-molded body and a scalloped edge, design of maple leaves
rectangular top, floral sprays to the apron, supported on four feet, ht. 4 and blossoms floating in a stream, ht. 18 1/2 in.
1/4, 19 x 11 1/2 in. $600-800
$300-400
118.
116. Bronze Boar, Japan, 19th/early 20th century, cast in the realistic
Pair of Ormolu Mounted Imari Vases, Japan, 17th century, design fashion as a running boar, its mane cast with fine details, signature to
of chrysanthemum flowers around the body and lions alternating the underside, lg. 13 1/4, ht. 5 1/2 in.
with peony sprays around the shoulder, underglaze blue decoration $600-800
with ochre, orange, and gilt, each surmounted by a bouquet-shaped
candelabra by Ferdinand Barbenienne, each vase supported by a
gilt-bronze stand cast as four standing dragons, ht. 14 in. (17 in. with 119.
stand). Bronze Lion Group, Japan, Meiji period, cast as a ferocious lion
$3,000-5,000 playing with a cub, wood stand, ht. 13 3/4 in.
$300-500
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122. 123.
Pair of Black Satsuma Vases, Japan, Meiji period, of tapering ovoid Gilt-lacquered Picnic Box, Japan, Meiji-Taisho period (1868-1926),
form, with fine gilt decoration of pavilions and gnarled pine trees in a decorated in gold, silver, and colored hiramaki-e and nashiji with
serene mountain and water landscape, mark to the base, ht. 5 7/8 in. an overall design of peony branches, including a square quatrefoil
$200-300 shallow plate, a four-tier square stacking Jubako, two sake bottles, a
rectangular covered box; and a rectangular tray, ht. 13, 13 3/8 x 9 in.
$400-600
124. 129.
Three Bronze Monks, Japan, 18th/19th century, each standing figure Imari Umbrella Stand, Japan, 19th century, the exterior of the
of monk in a robe cast with crisp folds, and a circular aureole with columnar body decorated with multiple fan-shaped panels of samurai in
three flame-shaped appliqués to the back, one holding a bowl, another interior settings or a recluse in a landscape, surrounded by a multitude
holding a precious object, incised characters to the rectangular plaque of flowers, ht. 24 1/2 in.
to the back identifying the inventory number of each in the temple, ht. $300-500
12 7/8 in. (tallest).
$1,000-1,500
130.
Two Ivory Carvings, Japan, a netsuke carved as a man holding a fan,
125. together with a flat brooch as a seated man holding a calligraphy brush
Flambé Glazed Vase, Japan, early 20th century, the cylindrical vase and a letter, lg. 1 7/8, 2 1/8 in.
encircled high relief standing figures of Immortals in various attitudes, $50-75
covered in a glaze with different shades of purple, ht. 12 3/8 in.
$150-250
131.
Fukagawa Vase, Japan, painted in overglaze polychrome enamel with
126. sages and attendants in a bamboo grove, reserved on a black glazed
Tobacco Pouch, Japan, early 20th century, woven with dragon design, ground, between collar lappet borders, ht. 10 3/8 in.
silver clasp, chain, and buckle in repoussé design of a dragon, suede $100-150
lining, 5 3/8 x 3 7/8 in.
$300-500
132.
Large Porcelain Bowl, Japan, the exterior and the well inside painted
127. in overglaze green enamel with sinuous dragons leaping amidst clouds,
Silver Dessert Set, Japan, early 20th century, five fan-shaped plates the central medallion to the interior depicting gentlemen conversing on a
carved with bamboo, signed to the front, and Mitsukoshi mark to the boat, dia. 10 1/8, ht. 4 3/8 in.
reverse, four small picks, wood box, 3 1/8 x 6 in. $100-150
$250-350
133.
128. Cloisonné Vase, Japan, the exterior with enameled decoration of deer
Bronze Mirror, Japan, 19th century, finely cast with birds perched on striding or resting amidst colored clouds, all reserved on a light green
and flying above a cherry blossom tree growing from rockwork, with ground, incised to one side of the brass foot ring with “Japan Sato
bamboo shoots nearby, signed, dia. 7 1/8 in. Cloisonné,” wood stand, ht. 4 5/8 in.
$300-500 $200-300
133
137
136
134
134. 140.
Pair of Cloisonné Enameled Vases, Japan, Meiji period, each finely Cloisonné on Porcelain Vase, Japan, 19th century, the bulbous body
enameled with a bird perched on magnolia branches, reserved on a in “birch bark” with birds amidst chrysanthemum, magnolia, rose, and
dark purple ground, carved wood stands, ht. 3 1/2 in. peony branches, with porcelain plaque around the shoulder imitating
$200-300 beribboned draped fabrics with elegant folds, ht. 19 3/4 in.
$400-600
135.
Cloisonné Enameled Square Vase, Japan, late 19th century, each 141.
side finely enameled with a cartouche enclosing a dragon alternating Carved Wood and Inlaid Screen, Japan, 19th century, inlaid in
with a phoenix, reserved on a white and blue ground with flower scroll mother-of-pearl and ivory with a bird perched on prunus branches to
and stylized mythical animal masks, ht. 12 in. one side, and bird and butterfly amidst magnolia branches to the other,
$200-300 reserved on a dark red ground, the borders finely carved in relief with
birds, camellia, and pines, ht. 32 1/2, lg. 17 in.
$200-250
136.
Cloisonné Censer, Japan, the compressed globular body supported
by tripod feet, decorated with panels of dragon alternating with those 142.
of phoenix, all reserved on a black ground, the domed cover with floral Large Imari Bowl, Japan, 19th century, painted in iron red, green,
meanders and openwork design in the shape of a peach on a green underglaze blue, and gilt with cartouches of ladies in kimono in a
ground, ht. 3 7/8 in. landscape appreciating autumn scenery, alternating with geometric
$100-150 panels, the interior with a peony branch roundel, dia. 15, ht. 5 in.
$300-350
137.
Cloisonné Vase, Japan, baluster form with decoration of cherry 143.
blossoms on a dark green ground, white metal body, maker’s mark on Large Imari Vase, Japan, 19th century, the beaker vase painted in
the base, ht. 7 in. blue, red, and gilt with a panel enclosing an elegantly attired female
$100-150 and attendant appreciating an autumn scene with maple trees and
chrysanthemum to one side, the other side with figures viewing a spring
scene with sophora flowers, all reserved on a peony ground, ht. 24 in.
138. $200-250
Kutani Vase, Japan, 19th century, of cylindrical shape, painted in red
and gilt with samurai fighting under pine trees, mounted in brass into a
lamp, ht. 14, 20 in. (overall). 144.
$300-500 Inlaid Cabinet, Japan, early 20th century, the pair of door panels to
the lower section inlaid in mother-of-pearl and bone with birds on a
takamaki-e ground with magnolia blossoms, wire inlaid design of class
139. scrolls, the top carved in openwork with peony scrolls and inlaid birds,
Large Imari Vase, Japan, 19th century, painted in underglaze blue with ht. 27, lg. 21 1/4, wd. 8 in.
leafy scrolls on a red ground with phoenixes amongst grapevines, floral $250-300
lappets around the shoulder, ht. 24 1/2 in.
$300-500
147
149
148
150
145. 148.
Imari Charger, Japan, 19th century, octagonal shape, a gilt shou Cloisonné Enameled Jar, Japan, 19th century, finely enameled with
roundel to the interior emanating panels of foo dogs alternating with pheasants resting amongst peony and prunus blossoms, reserved on a
those with peony flowers, underglaze blue geometric design to the black ground, “Da Ming” mark to the green enameled base, ht. 9 1/4,
exterior, dia. 18 1/8, ht. 2 1/8 in. dia. 11 in.
$200-300 $300-400
149.
146.
Kutani Vase, Japan, 19th century, decorated in gilt with a roundel
Bronze Handwarmer, Japan, 19th century, of quatrefoil shape, the
enclosing a sinuous dragon to one side, and an arhat in a landscape
sides carved with panels of ducks in a reed pond and butterflies
to the other, reserved on a floral ground, the waisted neck flanked by
amidst peony branches, flanked by crab-shaped lugs, the cover with
mythical animal masks with fixed pendants, ht. 14 in.
reticulated design of a sinuous dragon, ht. 3 1/2, lg. 5 1/4 in.
$300-350
$100-150
150.
147. Pottery Jar, Japan, by Totaro Sakuma (1900-1976), iron-glazed jar
Bronze Mirror, Japan, 17th century, the front side cast in relief with with faceted surface imitating beehives, ht. 10 7/8 in.
pavilions rising above a tortoise in the sea, flanked by cranes and a
multitude of flower sprays, dia. 4 1/2 in. N.B. Totaro Sakuma was a student and friend of the famous potter
$200-300 Hamada. He lived and worked in Mashiko, Japan’s main center of folk-
art pottery. His pieces are especially memorable for the beauty of their
design. He once said, “A potter’s work must receive affection from his
hands. All forms come from the human body. Many pottery forms are
not made, but born of early ones.”
$200-300
160
162
151. 153.
Imari Charger, Japan, 19th century, the interior painted with panels of Cloisonné Vase, Japan, decorated with blade panels of dragon
cranes and flowers, all within a blue and gilt stylized flower border, the alternating with those of phoenix, below a band of butterflies and
exterior with blue flower sprays, dia. 15 1/2, ht. 2 1/8 in. flowers around the shoulder, all reserved on a dark blue ground, ht. 9
$150-250 5/8 in.
$100-150
152.
Imari Bowl, Japan, 19th century, the interior of the deep bowl painted 154.
with a camellia roundel to the center, and panels of twin rabbits Three Imari Bowls, Japan, 19th century, each with scalloping rims, the
surrounded by chrysanthemum flowers to the well, the exterior with interior with a central medallion of a flowering plant, panels to the well
flower and fish decoration, dia. 11 3/4, ht. 5 3/4 in. and the exterior painted with motifs of waves, animals, and plants, dia.
$200-300 10 1/4, 8 3/4, 7 1/4, ht. 4 1/4, 4, 3 3/4 in.
$200-300
166
164
155. 160.
Cloisonné Covered Jar, Japan, late 19th/early 20th century, the Bronze Vase, Japan, Meiji period, the compressed globular body
baluster-shaped body decorated in cloisonné enamel on bronze surface shaped into five lobes cast in a petal-form design imitating a mallow
with cranes flying and resting amidst reeds, reserved on a turquoise flower, the cylindrical neck rising to a hexagonal mouth, ht. 9 in.
ground, all between borders of stylized scroll designs, the round finial in
the shape of a brocade ball, ht. 9 7/8 in. Provenance: Estate of F.W. Gerring, with an original photograph of the
$200-300 Cleveland house with the vase on display.
$600-800
156.
Three Japanese Netsuke, two marine ivory carved figures, one as a 161.
scholar, the other as a seated child caressing a crane, together with a Patinated Bronze Vase, Japan, 19th century, the elongated ovoid
wood netsuke in the shape of a mask, lg. 2 1/4, 1 1/2, 1 1/2 in. body with slightly tapering sides elegantly cast in relief with bamboo
shoots, signature to the base, ht. 9 1/8 in.
Provenance: Gump’s Gallery, San Francisco. $200-300
$200-300
162.
157. Gilt Bowl, Japan, 18th century, the deep bowl with chased design of
Horn Netsuke, Japan, 20th century, carved as Buddha’s face, with a Buddhist wheel alternating with elaborate floral scrolls, on a fish roe
horn ojime bead, lg. 2 1/8 in. ground, supported on a pedestal foot, ht. 4, dia. 5 7/8 in.
$300-500 $150-250
158. 163.
Nabeshima Bowl, Japan, 19th century, the interior elegantly painted Bronze Pen Case, Japan, late 19th/ early 20th century, cast and
in underglaze blue with the motif of the Three Friends of Winter, the pierced decoration of dragons and a crane, lg. 16 in.
exterior with stylized lotus scroll sprays, dia. 13, ht. 4 1/8 in. $100-150
$250-350
164.
159. Pair of Kakiemon Vases, Japan, 19th century, each with lobed body
Two Bronzes, a Korean bronze bowl, and a Japanese copper alloy of double gourd shape, painted with chrysanthemum and rockwork,
stem plate, dia. 5 3/8, 8 1/2, ht. 2 3/8, 2 1/2 in. mark to the base, ht. 6 3/4 in.
$150-250 $200-300
172
171
176
175 177
165. 167.
Satsuma Vase, Japan, the baluster vase finely painted with gilt Three Bronze Mirrors, Japan, 19th century, cast in relief with motif
accentuation with a bird flying amidst iris and chrysanthemum flowers, of cranes and pines, chrysanthemum flowers, and Taoist symbols
reserved on an orange-yellow ground graduating to rosy red to the surrounded by cherry blossoms, dia. 7, 5 3/4, 7 in.
bottom, gilt mouth rim, ht. 9 3/4 in. $200-300
$200-300
168.
166. Iron Armor Plate, Japan, back or front plate from suit of armor, signed
Satsuma Dish, Japan, late 19th century, well painted in red and gilt to the inside and with a date of 1924, 13 1/2 x 8 1/2 in.
with a pair of pheasants perched amidst peony flowers, mark to the
base, dia. 8 1/8, ht. 1 3/8 in. Provenance: Purchased by the current owner in Hokkaido, 1968.
$250-350 $250-350
170.
Makuzu Kozan Vase, Japan, late 19th/early 20th century, the double-
gourd-shaped body decorated in iron red with a sinuous dragon under
a crazed peachbloom glaze, ht. 11 5/8 in.
$200-300
183
171.
Kakiemon Vase, Japan, early 20th century, in the shape of a dragon
boat, decorated with flower and wave patterns to the sides, ht. 5, lg. 10
1/4 in.
$200-300
172.
Pair of Blue and White Cups, Japan, 19th century, of octagonal
shape, each side finely painted in underglaze blue with floral and leafy
scrolls, mark to the base, ht. 2 1/4, dia. 3 in.
$1,500-1,800
173.
Porcelain Bowl, Japan, with wide open side and petal rim, the exterior
gilt and painted in subtle palette with Immortals in a mountainous
landscape, mountain ranges in pale purple continuing into the interior,
dia. 6 1/2, ht. 2 7/8 in.
$100-150
174.
Square Blue and White Wine Bottle, Korean, 18th century, each
square side painted in underglaze blue with a bat, four longevity
characters on the rims of the shoulder, a key-fret border around the
mouth rim, ht. 6 1/2 in.
$300-500
179.
Imari Plate, Japan, of hexagonal shape, painted in blue, green, and red
175. enamels and gilt with a recluse in a rustic landscape, the exterior with
Pair of Kutani Vases, Japan, 19th century, with compressed round cash coins and bats, signed to the base, dia. 15 in.
body and slightly flaring mouth, the exterior decorated in gilt and $100-150
enamel with a multitude of flowers behind geometric designs, mark to
the base, ht. 9 5/8 in.
$400-600 180.
Ceramic Cistern, Japan, 19th century, enameled with bright color
palette with figures in various attitudes, on a black ground, ht. 11 1/2 in.
176. $200-300
Fukugawa Vase, Japan, late 19th century, of elongated oval form,
surface finely painted with plants with intricate arrangement and
elegantly curled leaves, Koransha mark on the base, chip to the foot, 181.
ht. 12 in. Porcelain Umbrella Stand, Japan, late 19th/early 20th century, arita
$100-150 ware, hexagonal form with a decoration of flowering plants, ht. 24 in.
$200-250
177.
Foliated Satsuma Vase, Japan, late 19th century, the cylindrical body 182.
with petal-shaped rim, finely enameled in color and gilt with portraits of Champlevé Censer, Japan, early 20th century, cast as a caparisoned
arhats and Kwannon seated in rows on waves, mark to the base, ht. 11 elephant supporting a pagoda, ht. 15 1/8 in.
3/4 in. $100-150
$200-300
183.
178. Bronze Buddha, Japan, 18th century, seated figure of Buddha in lotus
Blue and White Planter, Japan, late 19th century, decorated position, with his right hand in varada and his left in vitarka mudra, his
in underglaze blue with alternating panels of cranes, double fish, close-fitting robe falling to elegant folds, ht. approx. 27 in.
phoenixes, and chi dragons, all amidst lotus scrolls, ht. 12 1/2, dia. 16 $2,000-2,500
1/2 in.
$200-300
187
184
186
185.
Satsuma Covered Jar, Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912), the ovoid
body decorated in gilt and color with panels of Buddhist figures and
attendants in a landscape setting, ht. 8 1/4 in.
190 $200-300
186.
Small Satsuma Censer, Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912), supported
on four feet, the lobed body finely gilt and painted with two groups of
rakan, all in various attitudes, an upright short handle to either side of
the shoulder, brass openwork lid, “Dai Nippon Satsuma Hododa” mark
to the base, ht. 4 1/8 in.
$200-300
187.
Satsuma Censer, Japan, 19th century, supported on tripod feet, the
round body painted and gilded with panels of Immortals conversing in
groups, three fixed gilt rings, the domed cover surmounted by a dog
finial, wood stand, ht. 7 1/2 in.
$200-300
188.
Bronze Censer, Japan, 19th century, cast in the shape of a
caparisoned elephant with a two-story temple on its back, ht. 12, lg. 6
in.
$200-300
189.
Bronze Lantern, Japan, 19th century, decoration of birds and flowers,
surface accentuated with gilt accents, ht. 20 in.
$200-300
190.
Porcelain Floor Vase, Japan, late 19th/early 20th century, imari style,
finely decorated with dragons above crashing waves on a black ground,
surrounding cartouches enclosing peony branches, below collar lappets
184. with gilt and polychrome enameled design of a multitude of florets,
Satsuma Bowl, Japan, early 20th century, with scalloped rim, extending over the mouth rim to the interior, signed Fukugawa, ht.
decorated with colored enamel and gilt with cartouches of figures in approx. 37 in.
landscape, reserved on a floral ground, mark to the base, wood stand,
$2,000-3,000
ht. 2 5/8, dia. 7 1/4 in.
$200-300
192
191
195
194
191.
Gilt-lacquer Box, Japan, Meiji period, 19th century, square shape, the
cover and the sides finely decorated in hiramaki-e and takamaki-e and
delicately painted with elegant details of flowers and plants, ht. 2 1/8, 4
7/8 x 4 in.
$200-300
192.
Six-tiered Gilt-lacquered Box and Cover, Japan, 19th century, of
rectangular shape, each layer delicately decorated with gold hiramaki-e
design of roundels enclosing three leaves borne on leafy scrolls,
reserved on a black lacquered ground, 8 x 5 x 3 3/4 in.
$200-300
193.
Lacquered Tray, Japan, 19th century, rectangular shape, the interior
decorated in hiramaki-e with two dignitaries, a standing figure holding
an umbrella, and a seated figure pointed with a fan, all reserved on a
black lacquered ground, 19 x 13 3/4, ht. 1 7/8 in.
$100-150
194.
Gold Lacquer Box and Cover, Japan, 19th century, rectangular shape
with round corners, decorated in gold, silver, and red hiramaki-e and
takamaki-e with designs of roundels of flowers of the four seasons, 196
reserved on a nashiji ground, ht. 2 1/4, 11 1/2 x 9 in.
$300-500
196.
195. Gilt-lacquered Cabinet, Japan, 19th century, the midsection with a
Pair of Lacquered Cup Stands and Covers, Japan, 19th century, pair of door panels decorated in gilt with cartouches enclosing birds
each delicately decorated in gold, silver, and colored hiramaki-e design and maple trees, with six drawers inside in hiramaki-e design on a red
of cherry blossoms and stylized chrysanthemum scrolls, on a black nashij-i ground with maple leaves, the lower section with tea wares,
lacquered ground, in an old Japanese wood box, inscription and peaches, and Buddha’s hand citrons, the top section with multiple
signature to the box cover, ht. approx. 5 in. small drawers decorated en suite, brass mounts overall, maker’s mark
$200-300 to the front, ht. 23, lg. 18, wd. 10 in.
$300-500
198.
197 Bronze Tray, Japan, the wide tray with lobed sides and undulating rim,
fixed loop handle imitating bamboo strap, patina simulating the texture of
bamboo, dia. 9 in.
$200-300
199.
Two Decks of Playing Cards, Japan, late 19th century, all finely
hand-painted in colors and ink on gilt paper border, one deck painted
with various types of insects, the other with animals including mythical
animals, all with Japanese notations, 3 x 2 1/8 in.
$200-300
200.
Inkstone and Censer, Japan, 19th century, the cover of the inkstone
with a finial in the shape of a folded leaf, incised signature to the back,
together with a censer with quatrefoil lobed body and an openwork lid
with leaf finial, lg. 5 3/4, ht. 3 1/4 in.
$200-300
201.
Set of Five Tea Bowls, Japan, the thin body enameled in abstract
fashion with various flowers on a gilt ground, mark to the base, Japanese
wood box, dia. 3 1/4, ht. 2 1/8 in.
$200-300
202.
Wood Carving, Japan, late 19th century, carved as a fish, lg. 24 1/2 in.
$75-125
203.
Inlaid Lacquered Panel, Japan, 19th century, the central cartouche
of gilt and black lacquered surface inlaid with mother-of-pearl and ivory
carved figure of Guanyin riding on a big fish on crashing waves, with an
attendant, carved wood openwork scroll borders further enclosed by gilt
borders, 18 x 15 1/2 in.
$400-600
204.
Inlaid Wood Screen, Japan, early 20th century, the two-panel screen
inlaid with ivory and mother-of-pearl with bird-and-flower motif, carved
dragon border to the top and flowers to the sides, 72 x 32 1/2 in. (each).
$200-300
205.
Gilt-lacquered Cabinet, Japan, 19th century, raised on a low stand
with four cabriole legs, the door to each compartment finely decorated
in hiramaki-e with landscape scene with pavilions, on a ground with gilt
design of stylized lotus and chrysanthemum blossoms borne on feathery
leaves, brass fittings overall, ht. 48 1/2 (cabinet), 17 1/2 (stand), lg. 40
1/4, wd. 16 in.
$800-1,200
203
212
206. 211A.
Rosewood Ice Chest, China, 19th century, double cash coins Porcelain Jar, Korea, Choson period, 19th century, octagonal faceted
openings to the top panels, brass mounted, raised on low stand, ht. 21 body, underglaze blue decoration of flowers, (hairline), ht. 2 1/8, approx.
1/2, sq. 16 in. (top). wd. 2 3/4 in.
$300-500 $300-500
207. 212.
Wheeled Tansu, Japan, 19th century, the Karuma-nagamochi with Two White Wares, Korea, Choson period, 16th century, the bottle
multiple drawers, raised on four wood wheels, iron fittings, ht. 49, lg. vase and the bowl covered with celadon-white glaze, plain surface, ht.
54, wd. 37 in. 10 3/4, 3 1/4 in.
$500-700 $200-300
208. 213.
Paulownia Wood Tansu, Japan, early 20th century, the Sendai-dansu Punch’ong Bottle, Korea, of bail shape, with carved design of fish and
in two parts with four drawers, iron fittings overall with a roundel cast in leaves, covered by semi-transparent pale olive green glaze, ht. 8 1/4 in.
relief with a tortoise and an eagle to each drawer, ht. 50 1/2, lg. 45 1/2, $600-800
dp. 17 3/4 in.
$300-500
214.
Two Water Droppers, Korea, Koryo period, 12th/13th century, both
209. shaped into a peach, one covered with plain celadon glaze, the other
Rosewood Table, Japan, 19th century, supported on five cabriole legs with carved patterns of petals under a finely crackled celadon glaze,
carved to imitate plum branches, the apron carved in openwork with each ht. 2 3/4 in.
plum blossoms, the top with petal rims, ht. 25 1/2, dia. 15 in. $200-300
$200-300
215.
210. Punch’ong Ewer, Korea, Choson period, 15th/16th century, inlaid in
Cypress Wood Hibachi, Japan, together with a kettle holder, ht. 14 white slip with flower branch designs on a ground of wavy lines, the
1/2, lg. 29 1/2, wd. 17 in. conical top decorated with petal shapes, ht. 4 in.
$100-150 $300-500
211. 216.
Two Giltwood Amida Buddha, Korea, 19th century, each seated in Celadon Ewer, Korea, Koryo period, 12th/13th century, of lobed melon
dhyanasana pose, ht. 28 1/2, 22 1/4 in. form, with sangam inlay of stylized florets borne on scrolls, covered with
$800-1,200 celadon glaze infused with crackles, ht. 6 1/4 in.
$300-500
214
217
220
218
219
222
221
217. 220.
Two Water Droppers, Korea, both shaped as a peach borne on a Celadon Ewer, Korea, Koryo period, 12th/13th century, the lobed
leafy branch, one covered with crackled celadon glaze, Koryo period, round body decorated with sangam inlay of melons borne on vines, the
12th/13th century; the other with high relief polychrome design, Yi domed lid with a finial in the form of a bird, covered overall with celadon
period, 18th/19th century, ht. 2 5/8, 3 1/8 in. glaze infused with fine crackles, ht. 9 1/2 in.
$200-300 $300-500
218. 221.
Celadon Bowl, Korea, Koryo period, 12th/13th century, conical shape, Celadon Box, Korea, the box and cover with chrysanthemum petal
the interior with white slip inlay decoration of flowers borne on leafy ribbed sides, the finial in the shape of a stem, covered overall with an
tendrils, the exterior with plain design, covered overall with celadon olive green glaze, ht. 2 3/8 in.
glaze infused with fine crackles, dia. 5 3/4, ht. 2 1/4 in. $300-500
$300-500
222.
219. Celadon Cup, Korea, Koryo period, 13th century, the cone-shaped
Celadon Cup, Korea, Koryo period, 13th century, conical shape, cup covered with a crackled celadon glaze, ht. 2 3/4, dia. 3 7/8 in.
covered by blue-green glaze, dia. 5 1/4, ht. 1 7/8 in. $100-200
$200-300
227
230
226 228
225.
Celadon Monkey, Korea, shaped as a monkey holding a youngling,
covered by olive green glaze infused with crackles, ht. 6 1/8 in.
$200-300
226.
Blue and White Water Dropper, Korea, Choson period, 18th century,
circular shape, with underglaze blue decoration of butterfly flying amidst
peony blossoms, dia. 3 1/2, ht. 1 1/4 in.
$200-300
227.
Blue and White Bowl, Korea, Choson period, 18th century, the
interior with underglaze blue decoration of a roundel of a leaping carp,
encircled by flower sprays in the well, the exterior with Taoist symbols,
dia. 7 1/2, ht. 3 1/4 in.
$300-500
228.
Blue and White Water Dropper, Korea, Choson period, late 19th/early
231 20th century, of peach form, underglaze blue decoration of bamboo, ht.
2 1/4 in.
$200-300
229.
Blue and White Pilgrim Flask, Korea, underglaze blue decoration of
auspicious birds flying amidst clouds, the flattened round body flanked
223. by high relief lugs in the shape of mythical animals, ht. 8 3/8 in.
Blue and White Wine Bottle, Korea, of hexagonal shape, $300-500
each side with underglaze blue decoration of flowers, bamboo, and
antique objects, the shoulder with molded lappet border, openwork
design to the foot, ht. 7 5/8 in. 230.
$300-500 Blue and White Box and Cover, Korea, Choson period, 18th century,
the ribbed box and cover with underglaze blue decoration of roundels
of longevity characters, ht. 5 1/8 in.
224. $300-500
Celadon Brush Stand, Korea, of rectangular form with a pair of
addorsing dragons riding on waves, perforations to the top and both
sides, covered with olive green glaze, lg. 8, ht. 5 in. 231.
$200-300 Large White Porcelain Jar, Korea, Choson period, 18th century, the
ovoid body covered evenly with creamy white glaze, ht. approx. 17 in.
$5,500-6,500
234
232
235
238
236
240
237
239
232. 235.
Blue and White Wine Bottle, Korea, Choson period, 18th century, Blue and White Wine Bottle, Korea, Choson period, 19th century,
the body finely shaped into a faceted brocade ball, each facet with each square side decorated in underglaze blue with chrysanthemum,
underglaze blue decoration of roundels enclosing auspicious characters, plum blossoms, hibiscus, and bamboo, respectively, ht. 5 3/4 in.
flowers, and clouds, ht. 7 1/8 in. $300-500
$300-500
236.
Blue and White Plate, Korea, 19th century, painted in underglaze
233. blue with a scholar traveling on horseback with two attendants in a
Blue and White Vase, Korea, Choson dynasty, 18th century, the mountainous landscape setting, dia. 7 5/8 in.
ovoid body with high shoulders painted in underglaze purple-blue with $400-600
cartouches enclosing a landscape scene to each side, under a band of
ruyi lappets, ht. 10 1/2 in.
$700-900 237.
Blue and White Square Box and Cover, Korea, underglaze blue
decoration of Bagua to the cover and floral scrolls to the sides, ht. 2
234. 3/4, 5 1/8 in. sq.
Blue and White Wine Bottle, Korea, Choson period, 19th century, $300-500
underglaze blue decoration of cranes flying amidst clouds, ht. 9 in.
$200-300 238.
Blue and White Wine Jar, Korea, Choson period, 18th/19th century,
the pear-shaped body painted in underglaze blue with a sinuous dragon
striding amidst clouds, ht. 11 3/4 in.
$400-600
242
244
246
250
249
247 248
239. 243.
Blue and White Jar, Korea, Choson period, 18th century, decorated in Stoneware Vase, Korea, Koryo period, 13th century, of maebyeong
underglaze pale blue with a man fishing in a pond, ht. 5 1/4 in. shape, celadon glaze, sangam inlay of white and black in design of
$200-300 cranes flying amidst clouds, ht. approx. 15 1/2 in.
$800-1,200
240.
Blue and White Plate, Korea, 19th century, of square shape with 244.
petal rims, the central medallion with a stylized show character in a Stoneware Jar and Cover, Korea, Koryo period, 13th century, the
chrysanthemum flower encircled by stylized characters of shou, jiang, body of compressed globular shape, sangam inlay of white and black
and xi, further encircled by lotus scrolls, the exterior with flower sprays slip with cranes alternating with floret roundels, reserved on a dotted
borne on ribbons, 6 5/8 in. sq. ground, above a wide frieze of wave patterns, the domed cover with a
$300-500 lotus finial, covered with celadon glaze, ht. approx. 7 3/8 in.
$300-500
241.
245.
Stoneware Maebyeong, Korea, sangam inlay of white and black in
Blue and White Vase, Korea, Choson dynasty, 18th century, the ovoid
design of twin fish roundels and cranes on a geometric ground, covered
body surmounted by a short cylindrical neck, underglaze gray-blue
with celadon glaze, ht. 11 1/8 in.
decoration of a sinuous dragon striding amidst clouds, ht. 16 3/4 in.
$300-500
$2,000-3,000
242.
246.
Blue and White Vase, Korea, Choson dynasty, 18th century, the
Celadon Vase, Korea, Koryo period, 13th century, the fluted pear-
rounded body painted in underglaze purple-blue in freehand style with
shaped body covered with celadon glaze, ht. 13 5/8 in.
floral and leafy sprays, ht. 9 in.
$300-500
$300-400
255
247. 252.
Blue and White Wine Bottle, Korea, Choson period, 19th century, Lacquered and Mother-of-pearl-inlaid Box, Korea, 19th century,
the pear-shaped body with underglaze blue decoration of a pair of the four layered box raised on a square stand with four cabriole legs,
sparrows perched on a prunus branch, bamboo to the other side, ht. the cover and all sides of the box finely inlaid in mother-of-pearl with
10 3/8 in. pavilions and flower branches, ht. 12 1/4, 7 3/4 in. sq.
$200-300 $300-500
248.
Blue and White Jar, Korea, Choson period, 19th century, underglaze 253.
blue decoration of roundels enclosing longevity characters, ht. 7 1/8 in. Black Lacquered Box, Korea, 19th century, with two layers, the
$200-300 covered with mother-of-pearl inlay of buffalo and horses in a rustic
landscape, the sides decorated in mother-of-pearl with cranes and
prunus, mountain and water landscape, two tortoises swimming amidst
249. aquatic plants, and floral scrolls encircling fu and shou characters, white
Blue and White Wine Bottle, Korea, Choson period, 18th century, brass mounts, ht. 5 1/4, 11 5/8 x 7 in.
the spherical body with underglaze blue decoration of a sinewy dragon $800-1,200
striding amongst clouds, ht. 10 1/8 in.
$200-300
254.
250. Standing Bronze Figure, northeastern India or Thai Peninsula, 10th
Celadon Wine Jar, Korea, Koryo period, 12th/13th century, the pear- century, the standing figure of Buddha on a lotus throne with his right
shaped body carved with a peony spray to either side, between a band hand in abhaya and his left in varada mudra, deep black-green patina,
of wave pattern above the foot, and a band of scrolls around the neck, ht. 10 1/4 in.
covered by semi-translucent celadon glaze, ht. 12 in. $8,000-10,000
$800-1,200
255.
251. Seated Bronze Buddha, Pala style, Thai Peninsula, 9th century, seated
Red Lacquered Cabinet, Korea, 19th century, two sections, raised on figure of Buddha with his right hand in vitarka and his left in dhyana
a low stand, red lacquered surface, iron fittings, ht. 34 3/4, lg. 34 1/2, mudra, deep malachite patina, ht. 3 3/4 in.
wd. 16 1/2 in. $10,000-15,000
$300-500
256
257
259
258
260
263
264
262
261
258. 260.
Bronze Hand, Thai, 18th century, cast into Buddha’s right hand in Bronze Buddha, Thai, c. 13th century, Lopburi style, standing figure of
abhaya mudra, set on a wood stand, ht. 8, 10 1/2 in. (with stand). Buddha with his hands raised in vitarka mudra, wearing a long cape-like
$200-300 robe and rosette-shaped pendant, ht. 10 1/4, 11 3/4 in. (with stand).
$8,000-9,000
259.
Gilt-bronze Buddha, Thai, 19th century, seated figure of Buddha in 261.
dhyanasana pose atop a stepped stand, his right hand in bhumisparsa Ritual Sword, Tibet, 19th century, with flame-shaped top and dragon
and his left hand in dhyanasana pose, wearing a pagoda-shaped handle, lg. 14 1/8 in.
headpiece, ht. 12 1/2 in. $200-300
$200-300
267
266
262.
Bronze Head of Buddha, Thai, 14th/15th century, the head of Buddha
with rows of small snail-shell curls, surmounted by a flame finial, ht. 5, 6 268
3/4 in. (with stand).
$750-850
263.
Khmer Bronze Buddha, Cambodia, c. 12th century, seated figure of
Buddha with bead festoon decoration, integral wood stand, ht. 6 5/8, 8
1/4 in. (with stand).
$2,000-3,000
264.
Bronze Head of Buddha, Thai, 16th century, with serene facial
expression and elongated earlobes, his hair arranged in rows of snail-
shell curls, metal stand, ht. 5 3/4, 8 7/8 in. (with stand).
$5,500-6,500
265.
Large Silver Bowl, Burma, 19th century, the deep bowl decorated with
fine repoussé and chased work of a battling scene in the woods to one
side, and disciples gathering around a erudite figure to the other, all in
between bands of acanthus leaves, ht. 5 3/8, dia. 8 7/8 in.
$300-500
266.
Silver Box, Sino-Tibetan, 19th century, with chased and repoussé work
of cartouches enclosing the Eight Buddhist Treasures alternating with
mythical animals and lotus flowers, on a ground of leafy scrolls, the
reticulated cover inset with a turquoise bead, dia. 5 1/4, ht. (approx.) 3
in.
$100-150
267.
Bronze Bell, India, 19th century, repoussé and chased design of
dancing female deities alternating with acanthus leaves on columns, 268.
a praying figure with a sea horse body as finial, bands with leaves, Copper Repoussé Plaque, Tibet, 17th century, the triangular plaque
beads, and rosettes around the bell, stylized lotus pattern to the wide with repoussé design of rows of faces in gilt and paint, wood display
circular base, ht. 9 1/2 in. stand, ht. 13 3/4, 17 3/4 in. (overall).
$100-150 $1,000-1,200
269
269. 272.
Snaphance Pistol, Middle East, 19th century, white brass mounts, Carved Wood Floor Planter, Anglo-Indian, 19th century, supported
wood stock, with mother-of-pearl inlay of lotus blossoms, lg. 21 in. on four crocodile-shaped mythical animals at the foot, with reticulated
$200-300 carving of elaborate floral scrolls to each section, ht. 35 in.
$400-600
270.
Two Flintlock Pistols, Turkey, 19th century, brass mounts, wood 273.
stock, each lg. approx. 18 in. Pair of Inlaid Chairs, Syria, early 20th century, the top inlaid with
$400-600 mother-of-pearl and ivory into geometric patterns, drop-in seat with
finely worked upholstery of abstract design, back rails in the shape of
beaded columns, ht. 28 1/2, lg. 42 in. (together).
271. $200-300
Sword, India, 19th century, tulwar with a steel blade and steel hilt inlaid
with silver, lg. 34 1/2 in.
$100-150 274.
Bronze Phurba, Tibet, the handle formed as a wrathful three-headed
deity above triangular blade, lg. 10 1/8 in.
$200-300
273
272
275.
Pair of Bidri Bottles and Two Small Boxes, India, 19th century, each
bottle of water chestnut shape with an elongated neck, zinc alloy body
inlaid with sheet silver with panels enclosing elaborate floral patterns;
and with two small covered boxes, ht. 9, lg. 1 3/4, 1 1/8 in.
$200-300
276.
Base Silver Box and Cover, India, the ovoid box and cover with
chased and repoussé design of acanthus leaves and Indian lotus
flowers, supported on four hemispherical feet, ht. 3 1/2, 9 x 6 in.
$200-300
277.
Granite Carving, Egypt, Roman period, 1st century A.D., the goddess
Isis and the infant Horus, ht. 20 in.
$4,000-6,000
278
278.
Gray Sandstone Ganesha, Khmer, c. 8th century, the potbellied deity
wearing a short dhoti tied with a sash, stand, ht. 27 1/2 in.
$5,500-6,500
279.
Stucco Head of a Bodhisattva, Gandhara, c. 4th century, with wavy
hair, his face with delicate eyes and finely arched brows, ht. 7, 12 3/4
in. (with stand).
$2,000-2,500
280.
Polychrome Wood Carving of Ganesha, India, 19th century, Ganesha
carved holding an axe, a jar, a lotus blossom, and the tip of his trunk in
his hands, with a mouse close by and flanked by two Indian goddesses,
ht. approx. 14 in.
$300-500
282.
281. Two Sandstone Sculptural Fragments, central India, c. 12th century,
Brass Inlaid Box, India, late 19th century, of rectangular shape with one of a bust of a goddess, with almond-shaped eyes and full rounded
domed cover, with zinc inlay of elaborate lotus scrolls, ht. 7 1/4 x 10 x chest, the other of two standing figures of deities and feet, ht. 5 1/2, 6
6 in. x 6 3/4 in.
$100-150 $100-150
284
282
285
283
289
288
283. 288.
Bone Carving, Burma, 19th century, carved as the figure of Buddha Stone Buddha’s Head, China, Buddha’s head in Liao style, with tightly
seated on a lotus throne, holding a lotus bud in front of his chest, curled hair and elongated earlobes, downcast eyes revealing benevolent
Plexiglas stand, lg. 2 in. expression, wood stand, 9, 18 in. (with stand).
$100-150 $400-600
284. 289.
Soft Stone Carving, Java, 12th century, standing figure of a child, with Red Sandstone Figure of Surya, India, Kushan period, c. 2nd century
both of his hands clasped tightly, ht. 9 1/8 in. B.C. to 3rd century A.D., figure of Surya (no head) flanked by female
$700-900 attendants Usha and Pratiusha, wood stand, ht. 10 in.
$800-1,200
285.
Sandstone Head, India, 3rd century, head of female deity, 5 1/4, 8 in. 290.
(with stand). Bronze Head, Thai, the head surmounted by pagoda-shaped hair style
$800-1,200 with rows of flame-like patterns, benevolent expression with downcast
eyes, stone pedestal stand, ht. approx. 15 1/2, 24 in. (with stand).
$300-500
286.
Gilt-bronze Buddha, Thai, cast as the seated figure of Buddha
accepting offerings from an elephant and a monkey, on an integral 291.
rectangular bronze platform, ht. 13 in. Two Bronzes, Ganesha as a oil lamp, India, 19th century, in lalitasana
$100-150 pose, holding the tip of his nose in his right hand, oil holder in the
shape of flame, together with a Shan sculpture of Buddha, seated in
dhyanasana pose, with inlaid eyes, ht. 6 1/4, 9 1/4 in.
287. $100-150
Brass Inlaid Plate, Persia, white brass, inlaid with zinc and brass
design of stylized leafy meanders, dia. 9 7/8 in.
$300-500
290
292. 297.
Sandstone Brahma, India, 12th century, seated figure of Brahma, his Horn Netsuke, Japan, 20th century, carved as Bodhisattva’s face, lg.
face with long beard, almond-shaped eyes, and arched eyebrows, his 1 7/8 in.
coiffure secured by a beaded jewel, forearms missing, ht. approx. 19 $300-500
1/2 in.
$300-500
298.
Porcelain Vase, Korea, Choson period, 18th century, hexagonal form
293. with a shaped, stand-like foot, underglaze blue decoration of Buddha’s
Sandstone Fragment, India, 10th/11th century, standing figures of two hand citrons, pomegranate and flowers, under ruyi border, ht. 10 in.
female deities, wood stand, ht. 15, 19 in. (with stand).
$300-500
$200-300
294. 299.
Sekino Jun’ichiro: Building Entrance, signed in white ink and with red Pair of Tosa School Paintings, Edo Period, mid-18th century, two
seal, (very good impression, color, and condition), framed. separate scenes from “Life of Ancient Aristocracy,” ink, gilt, and colors
$150-250 on paper, (minor loss to the paper and paint, stain to the mat board),
framed and glazed, 11 1/4 x 8 1/2 in.
$200-250
295.
Tadashi Nakayama: woodblock print of three horses, signed
“Nakayama” and dated 1966 in pencil to the margin, edition 55/65, 300.
(very good impression and color, minor creases to the margin), 28 x 22 Five Tea Bowls, Japan, one decorated with a green and blue
3/4 in. enameled band on a brown glazed ground; one with slip decoration of
$400-600 crane and clouds, covered in a crazed gray-blue glaze; one painted in
bright enamels and gilt with a parade on horseback, on a crazed cream
ground; one with green enameled leaf-shaped design on a crazed gray
296.
glazed ground; one of conical bowl shape, painted with wild geese and
Textile, Japan, a woven square panel of phoenix amidst peony scrolls,
a bench on a crazed gray ground, dia. 4 1/2, 4 7/8, 4 3/4, 4 1/2, 6; ht.
31 x 29 in.
2 7/8, 3, 2 3/4, 3, 2 3/4 in.
$200-300
$200-250
302
303
304
305
301. 305.
Blue Glazed Charger, Persia, 17th century, the shallow charger Pottery Mug, Persia, 12th century, ragga ware, pale celadon-turquoise
decorated in black under a transparent turquoise glaze with petals ground with burgundy-red luster decoration of arabesques and
emanating from a lotus roundel, leafy scroll design to the wide rim, dia. turquoise spots with a Thuluth inscription on the neck, ht. 5 3/4 in.
13 1/2 in. $800-1,200
$200-300
306.
302. Lot of Antiquities, consisted of three Roman glassware and ten pottery
Turquoise Glazed Plate, Persia, 17th century, decorated with two fish statues or jars, together with two books, Tanagra and the Figurines,
swimming amidst aquatic plants, covered by a crazed turquoise glaze, Trefoil Books, London, and Ancient Glass in the Yale University Art
(repairs and loss), dia. 11 3/8, ht. 2 1/2 in. Gallery, 1980.
$300-500
Provenance: Old label “H. Kevorkian Collection” to the base.
$400-600
307.
Seljuk Pottery Jar, Persia, 12th century, the heavily potted ovoid jar
303. surmounted by a short cylindrical neck, iridescent green glazed surface,
Two-handled Jar, Persia, 10th century, samara ware, molded surface ht. 18 3 /4 in.
with decoration of figures and arabesques in burgundy luster on a pale $2,000-3,000
turquoise ground, Kufic inscription on the inside of the mouth, ht. 8 3/4
in.
$2,000-4,000
308.
Pair of Tiles, Persia, 17th century, both of rectangular shape, one
304. molded with a boy seated atop a lotus stand, the other with a leaping
Pottery Mug, Persia, 12th century, ragga ware, pale celadon-turquoise ram, 7 1/2 x 5 3/8, 10 1/4 x 6 1/4 in.
color with a Kufic inscription in luster of a burgundy-brown color, ht. 6 $200-300
in.
$800-1,200
309. 313.
Framed Painting, Egypt, cloth assemblage in Plexiglas frame, 9 1/2 x Pottery Lamp and Cup, a Persian lamp in turquoise glaze, 18th
5, 18 1/2 x 14 in. (with frame). century; a cup in Kantharos form, 3rd century B.C., ht. 3 3/8, 3 in.
$200-250 $200-300
310. 313A.
Iron Bird, Persia, early 20th century, repoussé design of phoenixes and Turquoise Glazed Vase, Persia, 17th century, of elongated ovoid
peonies on its body, ht. 25 1/2 in. shape, decorated with thick bands of rosette roundels, covered by
$600-800 crackled turquoise glaze, ht. 11 in.
$300-500
311.
Miniature Painting, India, 19th century, color on ivory panel, painting of 314.
the Taj Mahal, framed and glazed, 3 5/8 x 5 1/2 in. Persian Jar, 18th century, decorated with a wide band of black diaper
$200-300 design enclosing cobalt blue painted florets, the shoulder surround by
floral sprays, blue dotted pattern to the rim, ht. 9 1/4 in.
$100-150
312.
Pottery Cup, Etruscan, 4th century B.C., Kantharos form in Buccaro
315.
ware, ht. 9 1/4 in.
Persian Shield, early 20th century, copper inlaid with silver and gilt
$300-500 design of concentric circles of intertwined leafy scrolls, dia. approx. 13
1/2 in.
$100-150
314
317
313A
318 (partial)
316. 322.
Brass Lantern, Persia, 19th century, with reticulated design of figures Three Daggers, Sardinia, 19th century or earlier, lg. 12, 11 1/4, 7 3/4
on horseback traveling in a landscape with deer and auspicious birds in.
amidst leafy branches, dia. 11 in. $400-600
$400-600
323.
317. Five Bronze Mirrors, three Chinese mirrors from the 9th-13th century,
Blue Glazed Vase, Persia, 17th century, the baluster vase painted with
and two Japanese mirrors.
black under a turquoise glaze with diaper design enclosing plants, ht.
$200-300
11 3/4 in.
$250-350
324.
318. Bronze Door Handle, Roman, 2nd century A.D., cast in the form of a
Four Framed Paintings, Persia and India, 18th century, two miniature lion’s head with foliate borders, dia. 5 1/2 in.
paintings, ink and colors on paper, one of a praying man, the other of a $100-150
king and his son, and two framed calligraphies, 6 7/8 x 3 5/8, 5 3/4 x 9,
7 3/4 x 4, 8 x 11 in.
$350-400 325.
Lot of Assorted Metal Antiquities, including two bronze cups, two
pottery cups, a group of silver bracelets, bronze bracelets, cloak pins,
319. and various fragments.
Three Cuniform Pottery Tablets, Mesopotamia, 3rd century B.C. and $200-300
earlier, a letter, a cylinder, and a boundary marker.
$300-500
326.
320. Lot of Assorted Roman Bronze Coins, 1st-5th century A.D.,
Lot of Assorted Antiquities, Egypt, 4th century B.C., six pieces of approximately seventy-five pieces.
faience, five amulets in a frame and a ushabti, a lamp, and a figurine’s $200-300
head.
$1,000-1,500
327.
Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, finely carved okimono of a peasant
321. carrying two baskets over his shoulder, an axe in his left hand, realistic
Lot of Four Daggers, including three Phea Kaeta, Ceylon, 18th century rendering of decorative patches on his kimono and stitches to the back,
or earlier, and one 19th century Thai dagger with a carved ivory hilt, lg. ht. 11 in.
approx. 10 1/2 in. $400-600
$600-800
327
329
331
330
328. 330.
Ivory Luohan, China, 19th century, carved as the figure of Luohan Ivory Pagoda, Japan, 19th century, carved as a shrine honoring the
seated on rockery with a coiling dragon around his shoulder gazing at figure of Guanyin, supported on a dragon and lotus pedestal, the roof
the precious pearl he is holding, Luohan with a wrathful expression with carved with phoenixes and lotus blooms, wood stand, ht. 9, 4 x 3 3/4
his eyebrow rendered into a flame form converging in the middle, the in. (base).
ivory with a warm honey tone, carved mark to the base, ht. 9 1/4 in. $200-300
$250-350
331.
329. Large Ivory Vase, Japan, 19th century, finely carved with the Seven
Three Groups of Ivory Carvings, Japan, 19th century, carved as three Sages at the Bamboo Grove appreciating a handscroll in a landscape,
figurative groups each consisting of three figures engaged in agricultural accompanied by attendants, fine incising to the robes, ruyi cloud
or fishing activities, signed to the base, lg. 9 1/2, 5 3/4, 5 5/8, ht. 6 3/4, borders to the top, gilt-lacquered stand with cranes flying amidst flower
7 5/8, 8 1/2 in. scrolls, ht. 12 1/4 in.
$700-900 $400-600
333
336
334 337
344 (partial)
345
341
343
342 346
332. 335.
Ivory Inlaid Plaque, Japan, 19th century, finely decorated with carved Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, carved as a Geisha holding an
ivory and mother-of-pearl inlay on wood board depicting a scholar umbrella in her left hand while walking, with her head turned aside, her
under a flower and fruit tree, accompanied by a duck, 7 1/8 x 4 1/2 in. kimono incised with star and wave patterns, signed “Masayuki,” ht. 7
$200-300 1/8 in.
$300-500
333.
Pair of Ivory Carvings, Japan, 19th century, carved as a pair of 336.
longevity gods, the male figure holding a broom and accompanied by a Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, carved as a Geisha holding an
crane, signed “Taizan” to the base; the female figure holding a mop and folded umbrella while walking in minced steps, her kimono with incised
with a turtle at her feet, lg. 5, 4 3/4 in. flower patterns, signed “Shuzan” to the base, ht. 5 5/8 in.
$300-500 $200-300
334. 337.
Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, carved as the standing figure of Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, carved as a seated figure of an old
Hoitei, holding a bamboo fan in his left hand, and a lingzhi sprig to his man opening a treasure box, signed “Ryu (?),” ht. 3 1/2 in.
right shoulder, signed “Masatama,” ht. 3 in. $300-500
$100-150
348
338. 345.
Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, vividly carved as a crab with all the Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, carved as a fisherman pulling a
legs sticking out, lg. 8 1/2 in. net, signed “Masanao” to the base, ht. 6 in.
$300-500 $400-600
339. 346.
Ivory Carving, India, 19th century, intricately carved as figure of the Ivory Seal, China, the low circular seal surmounted by a foo dog with
Hindu god Ganesha, holding attributes in each hand, seated on a vividly rendered curled fur, carved characters “Chenghua Shang Bao,”
throne carved with mice, wood stand, ht. 4, lg. 2 in. dia. 2 3/4, ht. 1 7/8 in.
$200-300
$200-300
347.
340. Bone Dagger, Japan, 19th century, the scabbard carved in relief with
Three Ivory Carvings, China, 19th century, a seated figure of a a line of figures in various occupations and outfits to each side, the hilt
scholar, a standing figure of a Qing official, and a four-compartment inro carved into a dragon head, lg. 17 1/2 in.
with carved panel of Immortals to one side, and incised and painted $300-500
landscape to the other, lg. 3 3/4, 4, 2 3/4 in.
$200-300
348.
Bone Dagger, Japan, 19th century, the scabbard finely carved in relief
341. with samurai figures amidst a landscape with pavilions, the hilt another
Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, standing figure of an entertainer figurative group, signed, lg. 17 in.
holding a gong and a striking rod while performing with two fully attired $400-600
monkeys, wood stand, ht. 3 5/8 in.
$400-600
349.
Carved and Painted Ivory Tusk of a Fishmonger, Japan, ht. 8 in.
$700-900
342.
Ivory Parasol Handle, Japan, 19th century, of slender cylindrical
shape with tapering sides, finely carved with a figurative scene, detailed 350.
rendering of each figure’s outfit, signed, lg. 11 3/4 in. Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, standing figure of a man serving
$200-300 tea while a child plays with a toy by his side, mark to the base, ht. 10
3/4 in.
$400-600
343.
Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, carved as a ship of the Gods of
Luck, mark “Soichi” to the base, lg. 9 7/8 in. 351.
$300-500 Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, standing figure of a circus man
with the Three Wise Monkeys, mark to the base, ht. 10 in.
$400-600
344.
Two Ivory Carvings, China and Japan, late 19th century, seated figure
of Guanyin holding a sprig in her left hand and a rose water vase to her 352.
Ivory Carving, Japan, 19th century, standing figure of a circus man
right, wood stand; and a figure of Buddha seated on a pedestal, with
with a monkey on his shoulder and a joyful child by his side, mark to
an aureole symbolizing flame, mark to the base, ht. 5 1/4, 5 1/8 in.
the base, ht. 9 1/8 in.
$200-300
$400-600
361
362
363
353. 356.
Three Ivory Carvings, Japan, 19th century, carved as a man with Group of Three Carved Ivory Figures, Japan, a man and a boy
fishing basket, a man with a bird on his shoulder, and a man holding a carrying a fish basket, the other holding a fish net, all set on a wood
child, mark to the base, ht. 7 3/8, 5, 3 3/4 in. stand, ht. 5 1/4 in. (tallest).
$300-500 $150-250
354. 357.
Ivory Carving, India, carved as two celestial figures embracing each Porcelain Netsuke, Hirado ware, figure of a seated Nio with blue and
other, wood stand, ht. 4 in. brown decoration, ht. 1 1/2 in.
$100-150 $200-300
355. 358.
Two Ivory Figures, Japan, 19th century, one a man holding a ladder Rose Quartz Covered Jar, China, in the shape of an archaic drinking
with two children, the other a standing figure of a street performer, ht. 5 vessel hu, each side carved in low relief with a stylized taotie mask
whose eyes and ears are formed by a phoenix, below a band of
3/8, 4 1/4 in.
plantain leaves, the waisted neck flanked by mandarin duck lugs, foo
$300-500
dog finial atop the dome cover, ht. 11 1/2 in.
$400-600
373
370
371
359. 366.
Rock Crystal Censer, China, supported on a tripod foo dog foot, the Pair of Rock Crystal Carvings, China, carved as a pair of geese,
body flanked by dragon handles suspending jump rings, the domed lid wood stand, ht. 3 1/4, 2 5/8 in.
with three lugs with pendants, surmounted by a finial in the shape of a $200-300
coiling dragon, wood stand, ht. 7 in.
$400-600
367.
Large Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved as fish group riding on
360. waves, wood stand, ht. 9 3/4 in.
Amethyst Carving, China, carved as the standing figure of Liu Hai $200-300
holding a large cash coin, with a toad on his left shoulder, wood stand,
ht. 9 in.
$300-500 368.
Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved as a fish, wood stand, ht. 3 1/4,
lg. 7 in.
361. $100-150
Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved as three boys holding an
auspicious fruit spray including Buddha’s hand citron, peach, and
369.
pomegranate, wood stand, ht. 6 3/4, lg. 8 in.
Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved as a boy riding a carp on waves
$400-600
while holding a treasure bowl, wood stand, ht. 7 1/2, lg. 9 3/4 in.
$400-600
362.
Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved as three boys playing on a double 370.
gourd, wood stand, ht. 10, lg. 9 1/4 in. Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved as a recumbent water buffalo,
$400-600 wood stand, ht. 5 1/2, lg. 10 in.
$400-600
363.
Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved as figure of Liu Hai standing on 371.
waves while catching a string of cash coins emanating from a toad, Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved pillow in the shape of a reclining
wood stand, ht. 7 in. child, wood stand, ht. 4 1/2, lg. 8 3/4 in.
$400-600 $200-300
364. 372.
Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved as a boy playing on a seal, wood Pair of Large Rose Quartz Carvings, China, carved as a pair of
stand, ht. 7 1/2, lg. 9 1/4 in. ducks, wood stand, ht. 5, 5 7/8, lg. 7 3/4, 9 1/4 in.
$400-600 $400-600
365. 373.
Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved as a Pekingese dog, wood stand, Rose Quartz Carving, China, carved as a boy riding a leaping carp
ht. 4 3/4, lg. 6 1/2 in. while holding a lotus pod, wood stand, ht. 8 1/4, lg. 9 3/4 in.
$200-300 $400-600
387
385
389
388
386
374. 377.
Rock Crystal Carving, China, carved as seated figure of Mi Lo Rock Crystal Carving, China, carved as a man resting against a rock,
Buddha, wood stand, ht. 3 3/4, lg. 4 in. with his attendants holding a fish basket by his side, wood stand with
$200-300 wire design, ht. 3 1/4, lg. 4 3/8 in.
$200-300
375.
Rock Crystal Necklace, China, each bead carved with stylized 378.
auspicious animals and floral motifs, lg. 29 in. Rock Crystal Carving, China, carved as an old man seated on a fish
$200-300 basket, holding a staff in his right hand and a pipe in his left, wood
stand with wire design, ht. 4 in.
$200-300
376.
Amethyst Carving, China, carved as an eagle perched on a rock,
wood stand, ht. 6 1/2 in. 379.
$200-300 Rock Crystal Carving, China, carved as seated figure of an Immortal
with his attendant holding fish, wood stand with wire design, ht. 4 in.
$200-300
381.
Large Rose Quartz Carving, China, 20th century, galloping horse with
a large silver ingot, lg. 20, ht. 18 in.
$250-350
382.
Two Rose Quartz and Rock Crystal Carvings, China, carved as two
seated figures facing front, wood stand, ht. 3 in.
$200-300
383.
Agate Carving, China, carved as three birds resting atop a gourd
emanating from a clam, ht. 4 in.
$200-300
384.
Rose Quartz Pillow, China, 19th century, in the shape of a reclining
boy with carved patterns to his robe, wood stand, ht. 7 7/8, lg. 13 1/4
in.
$400-600
385.
Rock Crystal Box and Cover, China, 19th century, the circular box
and cover carved in relief with kui dragons on a key-fret ground,
“Qianlong fang gu” carved mark to the base, ht. 2 1/4, dia. 3 1/8 in.
$300-500
386.
Rock Crystal Carving, China, carved as a praying mantis resting on a
bamboo shoot, lg. 4 in.
$200-300
387.
Belt Buckle, China, 19th century, the quatrefoil-shaped brass buckle
inset with a central large rock crystal cabochon flanked by green quartz 390
plaques, 6 1/8 x 3 in.
$200-300
388.
Two Rock Crystal Items, China, a buckle carved in high relief with
chilong and a lion’s head, together with an archer’s ring carved and
gilded with characters “Zi qi dong lai” and a plum tree, lg. 5, dia. 1 1/4
390.
in.
Lapis Lazuli Vase and Cover, China, the ovoid body with slightly
$300-400
tapering sides, supported on a pedestal foot, finely carved in relief
with bands of stylized taotie masks and mythical animals, the neck
encircled by six elephant head lugs suspending loose rings, alternating
389. with raised vertical rectangular panels incised and gilded with Qianlong
Rock Crystal Cup, China, 19th century, the small but well-hollowed six-character marks, the domed lid with a band of kui dragons and
ovoid cup flanked by high relief carving of chilong, whose bifurcated surmounted by a double lotus finial, ht. 12 1/2 in.
tails extend to the surface engraved with geometric patterns, carved $12,000-15,000
wood stand, lg. 3 1/4, ht. 1 1/4 in.
$600-800
391
394
393
397
395
396
398
406
405
407 408
391. 400.
Coral Vase, China, 19th century, the hu shaped vase surrounded with Soapstone Carving, China, carved as a female deity standing atop a
fine high relief carving of deer resting below an overarching pine tree pedestal stand while carrying a flower basket, ht. 9 1/2 in.
with a crane perched atop, another crane to the other side of the neck, $100-150
lingzhi sprigs and rockwork partially forming the base, orange-red coral,
fit wood stand, ht. 4 7/8 in.
$900-1,200 401.
Soapstone Carving, China, carved from buff-colored soapstone as
ginseng and lingzhi branches, contrasting with the green and red stone
392.
stand, ht. 10 1/2 in.
Coral Carving, China, early 20th century, carved as Shou Lao together
$150-250
with a female Immortal, wood stand, ht. 4 1/8 in.
$200-300
402.
393. Tianhuang Seal, China, the pebble-shaped seal carved in low relief
Soapstone Brush Rest, China, 19th century, in the shape of a five- with a recluse in a mountainous landscape to the front, and pavilions
crested mountain, the surface carved with dragon and fish amidst and trees to the back, wood stand, lg. 1 7/8 in.
waves, the stone of yellow, russet, and dark brown color, ht. 2 1/8, lg. $100-150
3 3/8 in.
$200-300
403.
Soapstone Carving, China, carved as a seated figure of Luohan with
394. his right hand resting on his bent knee, with a lingzhi sprig to the side,
Tianhuang Mountain, China, finely carved with a recluse walking in a wood stand, ht. 5 5/8 in.
mountainous landscape, wood stand, lg. 2 1/4, wd. 1 1/4 in. $200-300
$200-300
404.
395.
Pair of Agate Carvings, China, each vividly carved as a recumbent
Agate Censer, China, supported by cabriole tripod feet, the body
flanked by lion-head handles with pendants, the domed lid surmounted foo dog with a ruyi-shaped tail, one of pure white color, the other of
by a foo dog finial, ht. 5 3/8 in. lavender-blue color, each lg. 3 3/8 in.
$100-150 $250-350
396. 405.
Agate Censer, China, supported by cabriole tripod feet, the body Amber Carving, China, carved as a standing figure of a Guan Yu,
flanked by lion-head handles with pendants, the domed lid surmounted holding his beard while carrying a sword, incised patterns to his robe
by a foo dog finial, ht. 4 1/4 in. and cape, ht. 11 1/4 in.
$100-150 $250-350
397. 406.
Agate Vase and Cover, China, supported on a pedestal foot, the ovoid Amethyst Carving, China, carved as standing figure of Guanyin holding
body carved in relief with a panel of peony and iris branches to each various items, brass stand, ht. 9 1/4, 11 1/2 in. (overall).
side, all in between bands of chrysanthemum petals, the dome cover
$200-300
with openwork finial, (loss), ht. 6 3/4 in.
$200-300
407.
398. Amber Brush Pot, China, 19th century, the cylindrical body elaborately
Agate Censer, China, the compressed globular body supported carved with deep undercutting with Immortals engaged in various
on tripod cabriole feet, the sides carved in low relief with a band of activities in a celestial landscape with the Three Friends of Winter, ht. 5
lotus scrolls, flanked by chrysanthemum lugs with pendants, domed 1/8, dia. 2 1/2 in.
cover decorated en suite, the stone of pale lavender color with russet $200-300
markings, wood stand, ht. 5 in.
$200-300
408.
Soapstone Carving, China, early 20th century, carved with two dogs
399. chasing each other under pine trees, all rendered in high relief and
Soapstone Boulder, China, natural shape of a miniature mountain, the some deep undercutting, the ochre-colored stone contrasting with the
stone of red color, wood stand, ht. 5 1/2 in. black carved stone stand, ht. 6 3/4, lg. 7 3/4 in.
$250-350 $75-100
412
410
409
409. 414.
Malachite Boulder, China, finely carved with a scholar crossing a Sterling Silver and Bezoar Bracelet, China, 19th century, four
bridge in a rocky landscape with gnarled pine trees, his attendant dragons biting the bezoar stone inset in the shape of a human face, dia.
carrying a zither, the other side with a scholar sending off a friend riding approx. 2 1/2 in.
on a buffalo with an attendant leading the way, incised and gilt yuti $300-500
inscription to the mountain, wood stand carved and pierced with motif
of Three Friends of Winter, ht. 4 1/4, lg. 8 in.
$300-500 415.
Soapstone Boulder, China, finely carved in medium relief incorporating
the orange-red skin of the stone depicting Immortals meeting on a
410. bridge, in a rocky landscape with pavilions, pine trees, and billowy
Lapis Lazuli Carving, China, carved as a double-gourd plant, wood clouds, the stone of buff color, wood stand, lg. 5 7/8 in.
stand, ht. 6 1/4 in. $250-350
$200-300
416.
411. Soapstone Censer, China, the rounded censer with reticulated design
Turquoise Mountain, China, in its natural shape as a rocky mountain, of cash coins, surrounded by high relief carving of foo dog group, the
wood stand, ht. 5 1/2, 7 1/2 in. (with stand). lid surmounted by a seated foo dog, the stone of ochre color with dark
$300-500 mottling in contrast with the red stone stand, ht. 12, lg. 11 1/2 in.
$200-300
412.
Pair of Lapis Lazuli Vases, China, 19th century, carved with a band of 417.
taotie masks to each side, foo dog cover, mounted with brass borders Soapstone Carving, China, carved as the seated figure of Luohan
and supported on brass pedestals, lg. 4 3/4 in. (with stand). reclining against a pile of scripture while picking his ear, his robe with
$200-300 finely incised patterns, the stone of amber-green color with orange-red
mottling, wood stand, ht. 4 3/8 in.
$200-300
413.
Soapstone Carving, China, late 19th century, finely carved as seated
figure of Guanyin holding a boy, on a rectangular stand carved as a 418.
lotus pond, the stone of yellow green color with orange-red accents, ht. Turquoise Carving, China, carved as seated figure of Budai Buddha,
8 in. wood stand, ht. 3 in.
$300-500 $100-150
415
414
419. 424.
Four Soapstone Carvings, China, carving of a foo dog, a mountain Tiger’s-eye Buddha, China, carved as the figure of Buddha seated
(with integral soapstone stand), figure of Guanyin holding a lotus spray, in dhyanasana pose on a double-lotus throne, wood stand with wire
and Buddha and lion group, ht. 3 3/4, 4, 10, 3 in. decoration, ht. 4 in.
$200-300 $100-150
420. 425.
Agate Carving, China, a female deity holding a lotus spray over her Soapstone Luohan, China, the seated figure of Luohan holding a bo
shoulder, standing atop waves carved out of bowenite, ht. 6 in. in both hands while meditating, finely incised floral scroll patterns to his
$100-150 robes, ht. 5 in.
$150-200
421.
Two Agate Carvings, China, carved as a dog and a horse, wood 426.
stands, lg. 2 3/4, 3 1/2 in. Coral Carving, China, 19th century, finely carved as four figures from
$100-150 the Eight Taoist Immortals, silver wire inlaid wood stand, ht. 3 5/8, lg.
8 in.
$300-500
422.
Agate Carving and Box, China, a carved agate rabbit, wood stand,
together with a hardwood box with a carved and pierced celadon jade 427.
plaque set in the cover, lg. 3, ht. (box) 2 3/4, (jade) 2 5/8 x 2 1/8 in. Coral Carving, China, 19th century, carved as a woman holding a
$100-150 bough of flowers, deep salmon pink color, (repairs), lg. 6 in.
$200-300
423.
Soapstone Carving, China, figure of Guanyin holding a lingzhi sprig in 427A.
her left hand and a flower basket in her right, dark soapstone stand, ht. Stone Head, China, carved stone head of Buddha, with elongated
9 3/8, 11 in. (with stand). earlobes and downcast eyes, carved bamboo stand, ht. 7 1/2 in.
$200-300 $200-300
431
434
433
435
432
428.
Ivory Buddha, China, 19th century, carved as the standing figure of
Buddha atop a lotus stand, holding a ruyi scepter in his left hand, with
incised cloud patterns to his robe, wood stand, ht. 11 1/4 in.
$400-600 436
429.
Ivory Carving, China, 19th century, finely carved as the standing figure
of a Qing official wearing a dragon robe and carrying a sword to his
side, wood stand, ht. 11 1/4 in.
$300-500
430.
Ivory Carving, Chinese Export, standing figure of an Immortal holding
a staff in his right hand and a fruit basket in his left, his robe falling into
crisp folds along the sides, “Da Ming” mark to the base, ht. 14 in.
$400-600
431.
Six Carved Ivory Figures, China, 19th century, finely carved as Taoist
Immortals riding on mythical animals, ht. 6 1/4 in.
$1,200-1,800
432.
Ivory Brush Pot, China, 19th century, carved in relief with pheasants
flying amidst prunus trees to one side, and cranes under a pine tree to
the other, Tongzhi mark to the base, ht. 6 1/8 in.
$200-300
433.
Ivory Brush Pot, China, finely carved in relief to one side with a panel
enclosing a scaly dragon visiting a scholar in his studio, the other with
phoenixes visiting a literati painter, lotus scrolls to the sides, ht. 7 1/4 in.
$150-250
434.
Carved Ivory Covered Vase, China, 19th century, the elongated vase
carved in relief with a wide band of figures traveling on horseback in a
rocky landscape with pines and pavilions, the pedestal foot with flower
scrolls, and the waisted neck with peony cartouches, the flat cover
surmounted with a seated figure of a boy, wood stand, ht. 10 1/4 in.
$400-600
435.
Pair of Gilt-ivory Foo Dogs, China, 19th century, one finely carved as
a foo dog playing with brocade beribboned ball, the other one playing
with two younglings, each standing on double-lotus base, Chenghua
mark to the base, ht. 5 5/8 in.
$500-700 438.
Two Ivory Page Turners, China, 19th century, the top sections of both
carved and pierced as a female Immortal with attendant, one plaque
436. carved and incised with double-gourds on one side and Buddha’s hand
Ivory Fang Hu, China, 19th century, the sides finely carved in relief with citrons on the other, reserved on a diaper ground, the other carved with
kui dragon and other mythical animals and fantastic birds, with flanges flower and foliage designs on both sides, lg. 11 1/2, 7 3/4 in.
and chilong lugs, domed cover, wood stand, ht. 13 1/4 in. $200-300
$1,000-1,500
439.
437. Pair of Ivory Brisé Fans, Chinese Export, 19th century, each stick
Two Ivory Carvings, China, a figure of an official and a warrior, ht. 14, pierced and carved with figures engaged in various activities in a serene
10 3/4 in. landscape, lg. 8 in.
$200-300 $200-300
448
449
445 (partial)
446
440. 447.
Ivory Carving, China, 19th century, standing figure of an old man Ivory Carving, China, of crescent shape, elaborately carved and
carrying a big fish, ht. 10 3/4 in. pierced with figures traveling in a landscape, wood stand, lg. 9 in.
$400-600 $200-300
441. 448.
Three Ivory Carvings, China, 19th century, each carved as individual Ivory Tusk, China, late 19th century, carved in relief with a cartouche
enclosing a pair of scaly dragons in profile amidst swirling clouds while
figure of Guanyin flanked by two goddesses, set on a carved rosewood
contending a precious pearl, lg. 20 3/4 in.
stand, ht. approx. 3 1/2 in.
$400-600
$200-300
449.
442. Ivory Carving, China, of crescent shape, elaborately carved and
Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand, China, 19th century, the stand carved pierced with an expansive view of an ancient city, the residents
and pierced with a dragons, the sphere on top rendered in similar engaged in various daily activities, wood stand, lg. 20 1/4 in.
fashion revealing concentric spheres inside, ht. 8 5/8 in. $300-500
$100-150
450.
443. Ivory Picture Frame, China, 19th century, each panel finely carved with
Three Ivory Carvings, China, early 20th century, standing figures of dragon and phoenix striding amidst clouds, against a pierced brocade
Shou Lao and two female Immortals, one holding a lotus branch and ground, the borders to the interior carved with rose and lotus scrolls,
the other with a prunus branch, wood stands, lg. 6 3/4 in. wood back panel, 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.
$300-400 $200-300
444. 451.
Ivory Carving, China, 19th century, carved and pierced with a phoenix Ivory Comb, China, 19th century, the top section finely carved and
amongst peony branches and ruyi clouds, wood display stand, lg. 8 1/2 pierced with a fan-shaped cartouche with figures conversing in a
in. pavilion, set against a group of phoenix and bats amidst floral scrolls,
$100-150 beaded border, 4 1/8 x 5 1/4 in.
$200-300
445.
Two Ivory Carvings, China, 19th century, a tusk of crescent shape 451A.
finely carved with figures in various attitudes on a dragon boat, wood Ivory Carte-de-visite Case, China, 19th century, of rectangular form,
stand, together with an ivory miniature of a military fort, lg. 19 1/2, 4 3/8 elaborately carved in relief with pavilions, trees, and figures traveling or
in. resting in a landscape, 4 1/2 x 3 in.
$300-500 $250-350
452.
446. Ivory Plaque, China, 19th century, of square shape with slight convex
Ivory Hu, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the official’s hand tablet, surface, carved in relief with a fore-fronting dragon rising to the swirling
slightly curved shape with plain surface, lg. 19 1/4 in. clouds above rocks and crashing waves, 3 1/2 x 3 1/4 in.
$300-500 $200-300
452
451
458
457
456
453. 456.
Ivory Carving, China, 19th century, carved in detail depicting a lion in Ivory Parasol Handle, China, 19th century, elaborately carved with
leaping position, traces of pigments, wood stand, lg. 6 7/8 in. dragons, phoenixes, and figures amidst flower scrolls, lg. 11 7/8 in.
$1,800-2,200 $300-400
457.
454. Ivory Glove Stretcher, China, 19th century, finely carved with deep
undercutting with a cartouche enclosing scholars and horses traveling
Ivory Carving, China, 19th century, carved as a seated figure of
in a landscape with pines and pavilions, the other side with peony
Luohan picking his ear, accompanied by an attendant, ht. 5 1/2 in.
branches, lg. 11 1/4 in.
$300-500
$300-400
458.
455. Carved Ivory Box, China, 19th century, the rectangular box with
Ivory Carving, China, 19th century, carved as the standing figure of a elaborate carving to all sides and the cover with cartouches of figurative
scholar, the ivory of warm honey color, ht. 12 in. groups in a landscape, reserved on a floral ground interspersed with the
$250-350 Eight Buddhist Treasures, ht. 2 3/4, lg. 10 3/8, wd. 3 3/4 in.
$300-500
460
461
462
459. 462.
Ivory Vase, China, late 19th century, octagonal shape, intricately Three Ivory Carvings, China, 19th century, carved as standing
carved with Buddhist figures engaging in various activities, the neck figures of foreign emissaries, holding a sword, a pipa, and a spear,
flanked by dragon scroll lugs, the foot carved and pierced with flower respectively, finely incised patterns to their robes and armor, carved
and bat scrolls, wood and glass case, ht. 10 7/8 in. wood stands in the shape of double-lotus thrones, ht. approx. 5 1/8 in.
$300-500 $400-600
460. 463.
Two Ivory Vases, China, late 19th century, each of hexagonal shape, Large Polychrome Painted Ivory Carving, China, 18th/19th century,
carved as a standing figure of a lady holding a fan in her right hand and
intricately carved with Buddhist figures engaged in various activities in a
a peony branch in her left, her tall topknot secured by a headpin in the
landscape, the neck flanked by scroll handles, ht. 8 1/4, 7 1/8 in.
shape of a phoenix, polychrome painted surface, wood stand, ht. 20
$300-500
1/2 in.
$1,000-1,500
461.
Four Ivory Figures, China, 19th century, each carved as a standing 464.
figure of a female entertainer atop a lotus stand, holding a pu fan, a Large Ivory Carving, China, 19th century, carved as a standing female
gong, a flower basket, and a hand drum, respectively, lg. 6 3/8 in. figure holding a peony branch in her left hand and a round fan in her
$300-400 right, finely incised hem to her robe, wearing a phoenix headpin, “Da
Ming Chenghua” mark carved to the base, ht. 23 in.
$300-500
467.
Pair of Ivory Carvings, China, late 19th/early 20th century, each
platform supporting a group of two figures from the Eight Immortals,
Zhang Guolao and He Xiangu, Lan Caihe and Han Xiangzi, mark to the
base, ht. approx. 11 in.
$500-700
468.
Ivory Carving, China, 19th century, carved in openwork as a boat with
two rows of figures in various attitudes, wood stand, lg. 8 in.
$300-500
469.
Ivory Carving, China, 19th century, finely carved as the standing figure
of Shou Lao holding a staff in his right hand and a peach in his left,
accompanied by a crane, wood stand, ht. 6 7/8 in.
$400-600
470.
Two Carte-de-visite Cases, China, 19th century, both of rectangular
form, an ivory case with cartouches to each side enclosing an
elaborately carved figurative group in a landscape, together with an
ivory and wood openwork case, 4 1/2 x 2 7/8, 4 1/8 x 3 in.
$200-300
471.
Ivory Carving, China, 19th century, standing figure of a shepherdess,
holding a small animal in her left hand and a stick in her right, with three
rams at her feet, carved wood stand, ht. 9 3/4 in.
$600-800
465.
Large Ivory Carving, Chinese, 19th century, carved as a standing 471A.
female figure holding a child, her robe finely incised with peony sprays, Fifteen Ivory Carvings, China, 19th century, fourteen standing figures
wood stand with silver wire inlaid design, ht. 15 3/8 in. of Taoist Immortals, together with one female goddess holding a peony
$300-400 branch, individual wood stands, ht. approx. 4 in.
$300-500
471A
491
490
472. 479.
Doucai Bowl, China, begging bowl shape, with a design of lotus scrolls Tea Bowl, China, 18th century, famille rose decoration of women and
and phoenix, Chenghua mark to the base, ht. 3 1/2, dia. 4 in. children, dia. 3 1/2 in.
$300-500 $200-300
473. 480.
Two Porcelain Covered Jars, China, 19th century, underglaze blue Porcelain Covered Jar, China, 19th/early 20th century, underglaze
decoration of dragons and clouds and reserves of the “Hundred blue decoration of foo dogs and clouds, Guanxu mark, brass mounts,
Antiques” on a prunus blossom and cracked ice ground, ht. 9, 8 1/2 in. made for the Thai market, ht. 4 1/2 in.
$200-300 $100-150
474. 481.
Porcelain Jar, China, 19th century, celadon glaze with carved phoenix Porcelain Covered Jar, China, 19th century, oviform shape, decoration
roundels, six-character Yung Cheng mark on base, ht. 5 1/2 in. of ruyi and shuangxi characters on a flower and butterfly ground, ht. 12
$200-300 in.
$200-250
475.
Large Porcelain Vase, southern China, late 19th century, pear-shaped 482.
body with foliated S-strap handle, dark blue glaze, (repair to one Porcelain Vase, China, 19th century, underglaze blue and red
handle), ht. 16 1/2 in. decoration of birds, bats, and lotus plants, Kangxi mark on the base, ht.
$400-600 7 1/4 in.
$200-300
476.
Miniature Celadon Censer, China, 14th century, Longquan ware, 483.
buckwheat (Tobi-seji) type with brown splashes, rope handles, surface Chinese Export Coffeepot, 18th century, famille rose decoration of a
with sgraffito decoration, ht. 3 1/2 in. traveler on horseback on his way to visit a recluse in a pavilion among
$200-300 mountains, with prunus and peony border, ht. 7 1/2 in.
$100-150
477.
Porcelain Vase, China, Jiaqing mark (1795-1820) and of the period, 484.
mallet-shaped, with decoration of dragons and lingzhi in underglaze red Powder Blue and Gilt Decorated Vase, China, the heavily potted
and blue, ht. 4 1/4 in. body painted with a multitude of flowers in gilt on a power blue ground,
$200-300 with four tubular necks encircling a central one, box, ht. 8 in.
$200-300
478.
Eight Pieces of Porcelain, six Chinese items, 18th century and earlier, 485.
a pair of cups, a pair of cups and saucers, a Kraak ware saucer, and a Porcelain Vase, China, late 19th/early 20th century, Qianlong mark in
Canton bowl; together with a 19th century Japanese vase and covered iron red to the base, “mille-fleur” decoration in famille rose enamels, ht.
bowl. 8 1/2 in.
$200-300 $1,500-2,000
487.
Celadon Fish Bowl, China, 19th century, surface carved with floral
scrolling, dp. 8 3/4, ht. 7 in.
$200-300
488.
Pair of Pottery Figures, China, Tang-style statues of standing court
ladies, traces of polychrome remaining, ht. 39 in.
$300-500
489.
Pair of Blue and White Covered Jars, China, each rounded body
painted in underglaze blue with cartouches enclosing pheasants and
peonies, flat cover, ht. 9 in.
$200-300
490.
Pair of Wucai Covered Jars, China, early 19th century, the ovoid
bodies finely painted in wucai palette with a parading scene with
an official riding on a foo dog to one side, and children playing in
landscape to the other, between ruyi collars around the rim and
upright lappets above the foot, the domed covers decorated en suite,
surmounted by a finial in the shape of double peaches borne on a leafy
stem, mark to the base, one wood stand, ht. 6, dia. 4 in.
$400-600
491.
Wucai Vase, China, Transitional period, in the shape of a double gourd, 493.
painted with the Eight Immortals traveling on a floating colored cloud, Sancai Glazed Buddha, China, 19th century, standing figure of
each holding its attribute, ht. 8 1/2 in. Buddha on a double-lotus stand, holding a pagoda in his left hand, his
$250-350 right hand in varada mudra, covered with green, yellow, and aubergine
glaze, ht. 15 1/2 in.
$400-600
492.
Sancai Glazed Buddha, China, 19th century, standing figure of
Buddha on a double-lotus stand, holding a precious pearl in his left 494.
hand, his right hand in varada mudra, covered with aubergine, yellow, Porcelain Plate, China, early 20th century, the interior painted in
and green glaze, ht. 15 1/2 in. enamel with a rooster group in a garden setting, ruyi-head border,
$400-600 flower sprays to the exterior, dia. 10 1/2 in.
$100-150
500
498
495. 500.
Enameled Plate, China, 19th century, enameled porcelain on a copper Green Dragon Vase, China, 19th century, with molded design of
body, the central medallion depicting children playing around a seated ferocious dragons around the body, one with its body partially covered
female figure in a landscape, encircled by cartouches of flowers of the by the carved and green enameled ground of waves, ht. 16 3/4 in.
four seasons in the cavetto, copper-mounted rim, ht. 2, dia. 10 1/8 in. $100-150
$100-150
501.
496. Pottery Horse, China, probably Tang dynasty, a caparisoned horse
Porcelain Plate, China, 19th century, the interior decorated with two with a leaping leg, traces of pigments to the pottery, (damage), ht. 14
dragons striding amidst peony scrolls, reserved on a turquoise ground, in.
four bats in iron red color to the exterior, Jiaqing mark to the base, dia. $600-800
9 1/4, ht. 1 3/4 in.
$200-300
502.
Porcelain Bowl, China, 19th century, underglaze blue decoration of a
dragon with a celestial pearl, Yongzheng mark to the base, (repair), dia.
497.
7 in.
Reticulated Porcelain Plate, China, 19th century, the interior painted
$200-300
in famille rose palette with baoxianghua surrounded by stylized lotus
blossoms borne on leafy tendrils, further encircled by a reticulated green
band and iron red flower band, Qianlong mark to the turquoise glazed
503.
base, dia. 11 in. Porcelain Fish Bowl, China, 19th century, underglaze blue and red
$200-300 decoration of mythical animals and waves, Kangxi six-character mark to
the base, ht. 6, dia. 9 1/2 in.
$300-500
498.
Emerald Green Vase, China, early 20th century, flanked by molded foo
dog-mask lugs, covered by an emerald green glaze suffused with dark 504.
crackles, ht. 15 3/8 in. Porcelain Brush Pot, China, 20th century, underglaze blue and red
$200-300 decoration of a scholarly gathering, ht. 7, dia. 7 3/4 in.
$200-300
499.
Famille Noir Vase, China, 19th century, supported on a pedestal foot, 505.
the hu-shaped body painted in enamels with lotus pond, the neck Contrasting Color Bowl, China, late 19th century, underglaze blue
flanked by elephant head lugs, ht. 14 in. decoration of lotus scrolls with enamel accents, Kangxi mark on the
$200-300 base, dia. 6 1/4 in.
$100-150
513
510
506. 511.
Celadon Censer, China, Longquan type, supported on short tripod Turquoise Bowl, China, first half of the 20th century, with deep sides
feet, covered overall with olive green glaze suffused with fine dark and slightly flaring rim, the exterior painted in famille rose palette with
crackles, carved wood stand, ht. 2 3/4 in. a celebration scene of boys in various attitudes, the interior with boys
$100-150 playing around antique objects, all reserved on a turquoise ground, gilt
mouth rim, Jiaqing six-character iron red mark to the recessed base,
dia. 7, ht. 3 3/8 in.
507. $100-150
Pair of Blue and White Covered Vases, China, late 19th/early 20th
century, painted with boys carrying a jiangjunguan to either side,
reserved on a ground of birds and leaves, high relief foo dog as finial, 512.
ht. 8 1/4 in. Turquoise Teacup, China, with slightly everted rim, the sides painted
$100-150 with stylized lotus sprays reserved on a turquoise glazed ground, an
iron red and gilt shou roundel to the interior, Guangxu mark to the base,
ht. 1 7/8, dia. 3 3/4 in.
508. $100-150
Two Blue and White Porcelain, China, a bottle vase painted with
dragons contending a flaming pearl, and a bowl decorated with bird
513.
and flower motifs, ht. 5 3/4, 2 3/4, dia. 5 3/4 in.
Turquoise Zhadou, China, Jiaqing mark and of the period (1796-1820),
$100-150
the bulbous body and flaring neck painted in famille rose palette with
stylized lotus flowers alternating with shuang xi characters enclosed by
bats and lotus, between upright lappets and ruyi collars, all reserved on
509. a turquoise ground, ht. 3 3/8 in.
Three Assorted Items, China, 19th/20th century, a quatrefoil enameled $200-300
box with figurative decoration, a quatrefoil porcelain shallow bowl
painted with an entertainment scene, and a plate with stylized lotuses
and shou characters reserved on a magenta ground, ht. 1 7/8, 11 x 8 514.
5/8, dia. 8 3/4 in. Pair of Famille Rose Wine Cups, China, 19th century, each painted
$200-300 with stylized lotus flowers alternating with bats suspending wan
symbols, reserved on a turquoise ground, Qianlong mark in iron red to
the base, ht. 2 3/8, dia. 3 5/8 in.
510. $400-600
Porcelain Narcissus Bowl, China, 19th century, of octagonal shape,
the sides painted in polychrome enamel with a multitude of flower
scrolls, reserved on a lemon yellow ground, turquoise glaze to the 515.
interior and the base, flat everted mouth rim with gilt lotus scroll on an Porcelain Covered Jar, China, 19th century, drum shape, famille rose
orange ground, Qianlong mark to the base, dia. 7, ht. 2 in. decoration of birds and flowers, (repaired top), 7 x 7 in.
$300-500 $150-250
525
516. 523.
Stoneware Bottle, China, 12th century, Honan ware, black glaze with Blue and White Vase, China, of octagonal shape, painted in
bluish-white splashes, ht. 6 in. underglaze blue with the “100 Children” motif, between upright lappet
$200-300 border above the foot and a band of cranes and clouds around the
shoulder, ht. 20 in.
$300-400
517.
Porcelain Vase, China, Tongzhi mark (1861-1873) and of the period,
meiping shape, with a design of the three fruits and floral sprigs with 524.
acanthus around the base, ht. 7 1/2 in. Pair of Doucai Cups, China, 19th century, each of the reverse bell-
$200-300 shaped cups finely painted with five stylized shou characters above ruyi
scrolls, Qianlong six-character mark to the base, ht. 2 5/8, dia. 3 1/8 in.
$300-500
518.
Black and Gilt Vase, China, 19th century, the bulbous body with a
splaying foot, finely painted in gilt with butterflies amidst a multitude 525.
Wucai Wine Cup, China, Republican period, the inverted bell-shaped
of flowers, between lappet bands, reserved on a mirror black glazed
body finely painted in polychrome enamels with a peony branch
ground, Kangxi mark to the base, ht. 6 in.
growing from a grassy ground, Kangxi six-character mark to the circular
$100-150
base, ht. 2, dia. 2 1/2 in.
$200-300
519.
Pair of Polychrome Statues, China, late 19th century, standing figures 526.
of female Immortals atop a cloud-like stand, one holding a flute and Pair of Blue and White and Iron Red Bowls, China, finely painted
accompanied by a phoenix, the other carrying a large Guanyin zun vase in underglaze blue with Indian lotus flowers borne on leafy scrolls,
and a ram by her side, ht. approx. 32 3/4 in. supporting the Eight Buddhist Treasures (Ba Bao) in iron red, Qianlong
$300-500 mark to the base, ht. 2 1/4, dia. 4 in.
$400-600
520.
Famille Verte Vase, China, 19th century, the meiping-shaped vase with 527.
tall shoulders, finely painted with birds and peonies, ht. 6 1/4 in. Blue and Gilt Covered Box, China, 19th century, the circular ink box
$200-300 and cover decorated in gilt with a pair of dragons in pursuit of a flaming
pearl amongst clouds, wave border above the foot, Guangxu mark to
the base, ht. 2 1/8, dia. 4 1/4 in.
521. $200-300
Large Blue and White Vase, China, Transitional style, the cylindrical
body surmounted by a tall neck, painted in underglaze blue with a
gathering scene in an official’s house, with children playing in the 528.
foreground, ht. 31 1/2 in. Aubergine Cup, China, Kangxi period (1662-1723), carved with
$300-500 dragons striding amidst clouds, above a band of upright lappets,
covered by an aubergine glaze, Chenghua six-character mark in
underglaze blue to the base, dia. 4, ht. 2 1/8 in.
522. $250-350
Powder Blue Glazed Jar, China, the bulbous body molded with two
scaly dragons striding amongst clouds and chasing a flaming pearl,
covered by a powder blue glaze, Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 7 1/2, 529.
dia. 10 in. Beehive Water Pot, China, 19th century, carved with three archaic
$200-300 dragon scroll roundels around the sides, covered with an aubergine
glaze, Kangxi mark to the base, ht. 3 1/2 in.
$200-300
528
530
529
538A (partial)
530. 535.
Batavia Ware Bowl, Chinese Export, 18th century, the interior painted Picture Frame, China, 19th century, carved and pierced sandalwood in
in underglaze blue with a leafy scroll roundel, brown “cafe au lait” glazed a design of figures and pavilions, (loss), 14 x 9 in.
exterior, dia. 5 7/8, ht. 2 7/8 in. $200-300
$150-250
536.
Large Blue and White Jar, China, the bulbous body painted in
531.
underglaze blue with stylized lotus blossoms borne on leafy scrolls, ht.
Large Blue and White Jar, China, painted in underglaze blue
13 1/4 in.
with cartouches enclosing landscape scenes, set on a brocade
$250-350
ground, ht. 19, dia. 22 in.
$300-400
537.
Polychrome Enameled Vase, China, the bulbous body painted with
532. birds on prunus branches, Jiaqing mark in iron red to the base, ht. 15
Large Blue and White Jar, China, painted in underglaze blue with 1/8 in.
stylized lotus blossoms borne on feathery leafy scrolls, ht. 18, dia. 21 in. $300-400
$300-500
538.
533. Large Blue and White Jar, China, early 20th century, Ming style,
Famille Verte Bowl, China, 19th century, the two-compartment bowl painted in underglaze purple-blue with the “100 Children” motif, “Da
finely painted with flower branches to each side, ht. 2 1/2, dia. 6 in. Ming Jiajing Nian Zhi” mark to the mouth rim, ht. 13, dia. 24 1/2 in.
$250-350 $300-500
538A.
534.
Eight Assorted Ceramics, China, late 19th/early 20th century, a Yixing
Famille Verte Vase, China, of hexagonal shape, the body painted
teapot with molded decoration of prunus branches, “Chen Zhoushang”
in a continuous fashion with Immortals and attendants in a celestial stamped mark to the underside of the lid; a sang-de-boeuf glazed
landscape, peach sprig lugs, ht. 33 1/2 in. bottle vase; a pair of jars with floral scrolls on a blue ground, Daoguang
$300-400 mark; a bowl with “mille fleurs” design on a black enameled ground;
a bowl painted with figures; and two teacups, ht. 3, 5, 2 1/8, 2 1/4, 2
1/2, 2 1/4, 1 7/8 in.
$100-150
542
541
544
543
539. 542.
Turquoise Glazed Brush Pot, China, 19th century, of cylindrical Soft Paste Vase, China, 19th century, with garlic mouth, decorated
shape with slightly waisted midsection and flaring to both ends, the in underglaze blue with Zhong Kui and a woman under a pine tree,
exterior finely molded with bamboo-shaped ridges between a band of covered by gray glaze with russet crackles, Kangxi mark to the base,
ruyi collars and upright lappets, covered overall with a turquoise glaze, ht. 7 1/4 in.
Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 6 3/8, dia. 7 3/4 in. $200-300
$400-600
543.
Soft Paste Water Pot, China, 19th century, the horse hoof-shaped
540.
body finely painted in underglaze blue with a mountain and river scene,
Yellow Brush Pot, China, 19th century, the cylindrical pot with carved
covered with a ge-type glaze, Kangxi mark to the base, ht. 2 7/8 in.
design of a scholar and a horse resting under an overarching pine tree
$200-300
in a mountainous landscape, the reverse carved with inscriptions and
two seals, covered by egg-yolk yellow glaze, ht. 7, dia. 7 1/2 in.
$300-500 544.
Blue and White Bowl, China, Daoguang mark and of the period (1820-
1850), finely painted in various shades of underglaze blue with the Eight
541. Immortals around the exterior, the inside with a roundel enclosing the
Pair of Blue and White Wine Cups, China, possibly 18th century, Three Gods (san xing), dia. 4, ht. 1 7/8 in.
each finely painted in underglaze blue with a band of confronting $300-400
archaic dragons traveling amidst lotus meanders, between double
bow strings around the mouth rim and above the foot, Qianlong six-
character mark to the base, ht. 2 1/4, dia. 3 1/2 in. 545.
$400-600 Porcelain Sweetmeat Dish, China, early 20th century, consisting
of seven pieces, each painted in polychrome enamels with deer and
verdant plants, with a Burmese gilt-lacquered wood box and cover, dia.
12 1/2 in. (box).
$200-300
546. 551.
Ceramic Bowl, China, 19th century, decorated with fish and leaves Blue Glazed Jar and Cover, China, covered overall by blue glaze
around the body, covered with a pale brown crackled glaze, finely thinning to white at the rims, the ovoid body supported on a pedestal
carved rosewood stand, the cover carved in openwork with cartouches foot, Yongzheng mark to the base, ht. 10 1/2 in.
of dragons, surmounted by a soapstone finial with chilong, dia. 9 1/4, $200-300
ht. 4, 9 in. (overall).
$200-300
552.
547. Six Monochrome Porcelain Vases, China, a sang-de-boeuf bottle
Blue and White Vase, China, of archaic bronze drinking vessel zun vase, a gilt and black glazed yen-yen vase, Kangxi mark to the base,
shape, finely painted with dragons amidst peony branches, brass together with four green glazed vases, ht. 12 1/2, 13 1/2, 5 3/4, 9 1/2
mounted key-fret scrolls around the mouth and wave band above the (pair), 7 1/8 in.
foot, covered by gray-white glaze suffused with crackles, mark to the $200-400
base, ht. 13 1/4 in.
$200-300
553.
Four Porcelain Items, Chinese Export, 19th century, one jar decorated
548. with boys holding peony sprigs, the other jar with panels of bird and
Blue and White Vase, China, painted in underglaze blue with a battle flower designs, one plate with lobed rims with flower panels, the other
scene, between brass mounted bands of confronting dragons around plate with a shou roundel to the interior, ht. 6 3/4, 6, dia. 8 1/2, 12 in.
the shoulder and above the foot, peach spray lug handles, covered
$200-250
with a gray-white ge-type glaze suffused with dark and russet crackles,
mark to the base, ht. 13 1/2 in.
$300-500
554.
Six Monochrome Porcelain Vases, China, 19th-early 20th century,
549. four mirror black vases of various sizes and shapes, two inscribed with
Three Blue and White Tall Jars and Covers, China, the ovoid bodies Kangxi mark; a turquoise glazed jar and a copper-red jar, ht. to 14 in.
painted in underglaze blue with a battle scene, between a bronze $300-350
mounted band cast with floral sprays around the shoulder, and a band
of wave patterns above the foot, dome covers surmounted by a bronze
foo dog, all ht. 24 in. 555.
$500-700 Blue and White Jar, China, 19th century, painted in underglaze blue
with ladies and children playing in a garden scene, brocade and ruyi
550. cloud borders around the mouth, ht. 8 in.
Polychrome Enameled Vase, China, the pear-shaped body painted $400-600
with the Eight Immortals entertaining in a celestial landscape, Kangxi
mark to the base, ht. 17 1/4 in.
$300-500
557
557
556. 561.
Blue and White Yuhuchun Vase, China, Qianlong mark and probably Iron Red and Blue and White Bottle Vase, China, Republican period,
of the period, the pear-shaped body finely painted in underglaze blue the compressed globular body and short neck painted with bats flying
with bamboo and plantain growing beside rocks in a garden scene, amidst ruyi clouds, Guangxu six-character mark to the base, ht. 12 3/4
below bands of upright leaves, classic scrolls, and ruyi collar lappets, in.
bands of leaves and florets around the foot, ht. 11 1/2 in. $300-400
$5,000-7,000
562.
557. Two Blue and White Vases, China, the meiping and yuhuchunping
Two Famille Verte Figures, China, one as Li Tieguai holding a double (cut down neck) each painted in underglaze blue with a composite of
gourd in his left hand and carrying a walking stick in his right, the other floral scrolls, ht. 10 3/8, 8 3/4 in.
as Zhang Guolao holding a bamboo fan in both hands, both standing $300-400
on rectangular stands, surface painted in famille verte and aubergine
palette, ht. 12 1/8 in.
$200-300 563.
No lot.
558.
564.
Sancai Glazed Figure, China, Ming period (1368-1644), standing
Famille Rose Figure, China, late 19th/ early 20th century, the standing
figure of a dignitary in official robe, on a square pedestal, covered by
figure of a female deity with finely enameled robes embellished with an
aubergine, green, blue, and amber glaze, ht. 13 5/8 in. elaborate composite of flower sprays, riding on a large makara in frothy
$200-300 waves, ht. 16 in.
$300-500
559.
Blue and White Fish Bowl, China, 19th century, painted in underglaze 565.
blue with birds perched on rockery or flying amidst magnolia, peony, Pair of Famille Verte Foo Dogs, Chinese Export, 19th century, each
bamboo, and plum blossom branches, below a band of lotus scrolls, foo dog finely enameled in green and aubergine color, one playing with
dia. 13, ht. 9 3/4 in. a brocade ball, the other with a cub, supported on a square pedestal
$500-700 decorated with butterflies amidst a multitude of flowers on a yellow
ground, ht. 10 in.
$300-500
560.
Sancai Glazed Figure, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), a female
figure traveling on a horseback, glazed in amber, turquoise, and 566.
aubergine colors, mounted into a lamp, ht. 14 3/4, 23 1/2 in. (overall). Famille Rose Phoenix, Chinese Export, 19th century, molded as a
$200-300 phoenix perched on a rock, painted with polychrome enamels in a
bright palette, ht. 13 3/4 in.
$200-300
565
566
568
567
569
567. 570.
Famille Verte Vase, China, 19th century, Kangxi-style, the ovoid- Yellow Porcelain Bottle Vase, China, the globular body carved with
shaped body painted in famille verte palette depicting a pheasant peony blossoms borne on leafy scrolls, the long neck with flaring mouth
perched on hydrangea branches, with butterflies flying amidst peony rim carved with a band of upright plantain leaves, covered by an egg-
branches issuing from rockery, ht. 7 in. yolk colored glaze, ht. 12 3/8 in.
$400-600 $100-150
568. 571.
Wucai Vase, China, 19th century, Transitional style, finely painted with Yellow Censer, China, the exterior of the compressed globular body
a phoenix standing on rockery, surrounded by peonies, chrysanthemum carved with scaly dragons in pursuit of flaming pearls amidst clouds, the
branches, and bamboo, ht. 6 1/2 in. interior with a dragon roundel, all covered by an egg-yolk yellow glaze,
$400-600 Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 2 5/8, dia. 8 1/4 in.
$300-500
569.
572.
Pair of Porcelain Vases, China, 19th century, painted in famille rose
Yellow Glazed Jar, China, the bulbous body finely incised with scaly
palette with two cartouches of flower baskets, reserved on a powder
dragons amidst flaming clouds above breaking waves, below a band of
blue ground, ht. 7 1/4 in.
ruyi lappet border, covered with egg-yolk yellow glaze, Kangxi mark to
$400-600
the base, ht. 5 5/8 in.
$250-350
572
571
581
580
573. 575.
Pair of Plum Bowls, China, Republican period, each wide rounded Peachbloom Glazed Vase, China, the water chestnut-shaped vase
bowl on a short foot, the exterior finely painted in red with plum covered with a crushed strawberry-colored glaze, Qianlong mark in
blossom branches, marks to the base, ht. 2 1/2, dia. 5 7/8 in. underglaze blue to the base, ht. 10 in.
$200-300 $300-500
574. 576.
Pair of Doucai Bowls, China, the exterior of each bowl painted with Double-gourd Vase, China, finely painted in underglaze blue and iron
stylized lotus roundels, gilt shou character to the interior, Qianlong mark red with peaches borne on leafy meanders, key-fret band separating
in underglaze blue to the base, ht. 1 3/4, dia. 4 in. the two gourds, Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 11 3/8 in.
$300-500 $300-500
577. 583.
Doucai Vase, China, the olive-shaped body painted with a composite Pair of Trigram Vases, China, 19th century, each of cong shape, the
of flower scrolls, below a band of ruyi collars around the shoulder and rectangular sides with molded design of trigrams, covered by a pale sea
lishui patterns above the foot, the neck flanked by archaic dragon green glaze, Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 9 1/8 in.
handles in iron red with gilt jump rings, Qianlong mark to the base, ht. $200-300
8 3/4 in.
$200-300
584.
Polychrome Enameled Teapot, China, each side with a cartouche
578. enclosing inscriptions, reserved on a green ground with an elaborate
Yellow Glazed Cong Vase, China, Republican period, each side finely composite flower scroll, below a band of ruyi collars and above upright
painted with a rectangular panel enclosing birds amidst flowers of the lappets, the domed cover with knob finial, Jiaqing mark to the turquoise
four seasons, reserved on a lemon yellow ground with a composite glazed base, ht. 6 1/4 in.
flower and fruit scrolls, “Le Shan Tang” mark in iron red to the base, ht. $300-500
10 1/8 in.
$300-500
585.
Famille Verte Wine Jar, China, 19th century, the square sides finely
579. painted with panels of antique objects, with bamboo and brass loop
Green Enameled Dragon Vase, China, the exterior finely painted in handle, ht. 5 1/2 in.
$200-300
green enamel with scaly dragons in various attitudes amidst flaming
clouds, interior and base covered with a turquoise glaze, Daoguang
mark to the base, ht. 12 7/8 in. 586.
$300-400 Cadogan Teapot, Chinese Export, in the shape of a peach, painted
with shou characters, bats, and lotus scrolls on a pale blue ground, ht.
6 in.
580. $100-150
Blue and White Brush Pot, China, of cylindrical shape, painted with
the Three Friends of Winter, Yongzheng mark to the countersunk foot,
ht. 5 3/4, 4 5/8 in. 587.
$200-300 Blue and White Jar and Cover, China, the ovoid body painted in
underglaze blue with plum branches, domed cover, ht. 13 1/2 in.
$200-300
581.
Wucai Brush Pot, China, Transitional style, 19th century, the cylindrical
sides finely painted in underglaze blue and overglaze enamels with 588.
Immortals and attendants engaged in various activities in a serene Mirror Black Vase, China, the ovoid body covered by black glaze, ht.
landscape, Kangxi six-character mark to the countersunk foot, ht. 6 16 1/2 in.
1/8, dia. 6 3/8 in. $200-300
$300-500
589.
582. Gilt Blue Vase, China, late 19th century, the baluster vase with gilt
Powder Blue Trigram Vase, China, 19th century, diamond in the cross stylized lotus blossoms borne on leafy scrolls, on a powder blue
section, molded design of a trigram to each side, covered inside and ground, mounted into a lamp, brass fittings with incised acanthus
out by powder blue glaze, Yongzheng mark to the base, ht. 11 1/8 in. leaves, ht. 15 1/4, 28 1/4 in. (overall).
$200-300 $200-300
596
598
590. 596.
Gilt Powder Blue Vase, China, 19th century, the baluster vase Ge-type Censer, China, raised on tripod short feet, covered inside and
decorated in gilt on a power blue glazed ground with officials and their out with a gray glaze suffused with russet and dark crackles imitating
consorts traveling in a landscape, mounted in brass as a lamp, wood “iron wire gold thread” effect, ht. 3 1/2, dia. 4 1/4 in.
stand, ht. 14 3/4, 28 1/2 in. (overall). $200-300
$100-150
597.
Turquoise Brush Pot, China, of cylindrical shape with slightly waisted
591.
midsection, carved in relief with ducks under reeds near a lotus pond,
Pair of Imari Barber’s Bowls, Chinese Export, 18th century, painted
covered in a turquoise glaze, carved Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 4
in gilt, red, and blue with chrysanthemum, prunus, and peonies, floral
in.
sprays to the exterior, dia. 10 7/8 in.
$100-150
$300-500
598.
592. Longquan-type Plate, China, 19th century, with lobed rim and sides,
Rouge-de-fer Lamp, Chinese Export, 19th century, of square zun covered overall with a gray-celadon glaze suffused with fine crackles,
shape, the sides painted in famille verte palette with a battle scene five spur marks to the base around Qianlong mark in underglaze blue,
to one side and a celebration scene to the other, alternating with dia. 4 1/4, ht. 1 1/4 in.
cartouches enclosing landscapes and flower branches, reserved on a $200-300
rouge-de-fer floral ground, the shoulder flanked by foo dog mask lugs,
wood stand, mounted as a lamp, ht. 19 1/2, 25 1/4 in. (overall).
$200-300 599.
Yingqing Brush Pot, China, 19th century, the cylindrical body with
reticulated design of stylized lotus flowers borne on leafy scrolls, ht. 4
593. 5/8 in.
Lot of Twelve Blue and White Ware Items, China, 19th century, five $800-1,200
sets of teacups and saucer dishes all decorated with crab or fish and
aquatic plants, a matching plate decorated en suite with Kangxi mark, 600.
together with a dish painted in underglaze blue with female entertainers, White Ware Lotus Bowl, China, late 19th/early 20th century, with
chop mark to the base, dia. 5, 10 in. undulating surface molded with lotus flowers and leaves borne on long
$200-300 stems forming the base, covered with a creamy white glaze, ht. 4, dia.
7 3/4 in.
$250-350
594.
Blue and White Plate, China, 18th century, finely painted in underglaze
blue with a multitude of flowers in a fang zun vase, the exterior with 601.
floral sprays, dia. 14 3/4 in. Blue and White and Famille Rose Vase, China, 19th century, painted
$250-350 in underglaze blue and overglaze enamels with an ensemble traveling
on horseback in a landscape, welcomed by an official at a pass,
Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 11 in.
595. $400-600
Ge-type Cong Vase, China, of the archaic object cong shape, molded
with horizontal flanges reaching around each corner, the rectangular
602.
body surmounted by a circular neck, covered by a gray glaze suffused
Blue and White Censer, China, Transitional period, 17th century, the
with russet and dark crackles imitating “iron wire gold thread” effect, ht. compressed globular body painted in underglaze blue with sages and
5 1/8 in, attendants engaged in various scholarly activities in a bamboo grove,
$200-300 ht. 5 1/2, dia. 7 7/8 in.
$300-500
602
603. 604.
Purple Glazed Incense Holder, China, 19th century, compressed Small Blue and White Vase, China, possibly Yongzheng period (1723-
round body, the top section shaped into a lotus seed pod with three 1735), the bulbous body decorated in underglaze blue with three Bao
perforations for holding incense, covered with aubergine glaze thinning Xiang Hua, garlic-shaped mouth, Yongzheng six-character mark to the
to lavender around the rim, Qianlong six-character mark to the base, ht. base, ht. 4 1/4 in.
2 3/4 in. $400-600
$300-500
605
604
603
606
605.
Pair of Porcelain Figures, China, Qianlong period (1736-1795), two
zodiac animals, a snake and a dog, each dressed in fancily decorated
robes, ht. 5 1/4 in.
$300-500
606.
Pair of Cafe-au-Lait Bowls, China, Kangxi period (1662-1722), each
bowl finely painted with pine, plum, and crab apple branches issuing
from rockwork, covered by a milky yellow colored glaze, bats in iron red
to the interior, ht. 3, dia. 7 1/8 in.
$400-600
607.
607 Celadon Bottle Vase, China, 18th century, the globular body
surmounted by a garlic-shaped mouth, with molded design of two
dragons striding amidst clouds while contending a flaming pearl,
covered by sea green glaze, wood stand, ht. 11 3/8 in.
$200-300
608.
Ge-type Censer, China, of archaic drinking vessel jue form, covered
with pale gray glaze infused with crackles, ht. 6 1/2, dia. 4 in.
$100-150
609.
Pair of Porcelain Vases, China, early 20th century, famille rose
decoration of warriors on an oatmeal ground, foo dog and dragon
appliqués and combed borders burnt brown where unglazed, ht. 12 in.
$100-150
610.
Octagonal Stoneware Bowl, China, 18th/19th century, Yi Hsing ware,
gray glaze infused with purple, dragon roundels burned brown where
unglazed, dia. 7 in.
$200-300
612
611. 612.
Porcelain Vase, China, 19th century, pate-sur-pate of celadon green Porcelain Buddha, China, Jiaqing period (1796-1820), standing figure
on white ground in a stylized lotus pattern, Ch’ien Lung mark on base, of Buddha with his right hand holding a small bo, his left in varada
lg. 15 in. mudra, wearing foliate crown, his face, bare chest, and arms with
$400-600 gilding, robes finely painted in polychrome enamels, wood stand, ht. 20
1/2 in.
$800-1,200
614
617
613. 620.
Celadon Censer, China, the rectangular body with fluted decoration Famille Rose Bowl, China, the exterior enameled with an elaborate
below a band of blue and white key-fret design, and flanked by a pair of composite of flower scrolls, between ruyi collar borders, all reserved
handles, the cover can be inverted and used as a plate, “Qi gu shan ren on a red enameled ground, the interior and the base covered with a
fang gu” mark to the base, ht. 6 1/2, 5 1/2 x 4 in. turquoise glaze, Daoguang mark to the base, dia. 7 3/4, ht. 3 1/2 in.
$300-500 $250-350
614. 621.
Celadon Jar, China, 19th century, carved with a wide band of lotus Large Jun-type Bowl, China, the conical bowl with wide flaring sides,
covered overall with a sky blue glaze with purple inclusions, dia. 10 1/2,
scrolls, below a band of leafy lappets, covered by an olive green glaze,
ht. 4 1/4 in.
ht. 5 in.
$300-500
$200-300
622.
615. Famille Rose Baluster Vase, China, finely painted with a panel
Teadust Glazed Vase, China, the hu shaped vase with lobed body, enclosing a mantis on chrysanthemum branches to one side, with birds
covered overall with a finely speckled glaze of deep olive tone, the and peony blossoms to the other, reserved on a magenta enameled
waisted neck flanked by chilong lugs, ht. 7 3/4 in. ground with carved acanthus leaf patterns, Kangxi mark to the base, ht.
$200-300 18 1/4 in.
$300-500
616.
Longquan Celadon Kinuta Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1664), 623.
the tall neck on the cylindrical body flanked by dragon-fish handles, Polychrome Enameled Porcelain Plaque, China, Republican period,
covered by celadon glaze suffused with crackles, ht. 6 5/8 in. painted with a fisherman meeting with scholars and his family in a rustic
$400-600 landscape setting, inscribed, signed “Wang Qi...Zhu Shan,” with two
seals, framed, 21 1/2 x 12 in.
$300-500
617.
Celadon Pot, China, the peach-shaped body covered with a pale
624.
celadon glaze, with a red spot to the top, and molded design of small Polychrome Enameled Porcelain Plaque, China, Republican period,
peaches borne on leafy tendrils around the area where the spout joins painted with swimming fish and aquatic plants, inscribed, signed
the body, ht. 5 1/2 in. “Zheng Bishan...Zhu Shan,” with one seal, framed, 15 x 9 1/2 in.
$250-350 $300-500
618. 625.
Famille Verte Plaque, China, Republican period, painted in famille verte Blue and White Ewer, China, Xuande-style, the pear-shaped body
palette with a figures traveling in a mountain and water rustic scene, supported on a pedestal foot, with flaring mouth rim and straight spout,
framed, 15 x 10 (plaque), 24 1/2 x 19 1/4 in. (with frame). painted in underglaze blue simulating the “heaping and piling” effect
$300-500 depicting peony blossoms borne on leafy scrolls, ht. 9 in.
$250-350
619.
Porcelain Vase, China, the water chestnut-shaped body painted in 626.
polychrome enamel with a composite of stylized flower scrolls, the Blue and White Ginger Jar, China, the bulbous body painted in
slender neck flanked by dragon lugs, turquoise glazed to the interior, underglaze blue with a serene landscape scene with a recluse fishing in
Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 15 1/4 in. the river and mountain ranges in the distance, ht. 6 1/4 in.
$300-500 $200-300
624
623
630
628
631
640
641
638
639
627. 630.
Famille Rose Vase, China, 20th century, the bulbous body decorated Yellow Glazed Bowl, China, 19th century, the round body carved with
with stylized lotus flowers alternating with the Eight Buddhist Treasures, dragons traveling amidst clouds in pursuit of a flaming pearl, above a
all borne on leafy tendrils, lishui design around the neck below a circular band of frothy wave pattern above the foot, covered by a lemon yellow
wheel-shaped mouth, all reserved on an apple green ground, Qianlong glaze, Kangxi six-character mark to the base, dia. 5, ht. 2 1/2 in.
mark to the base, ht. 9 1/4 in. $200-400
$300-500
631.
628. Porcelain Dragon Bowl, China, carved and enameled in green with
Pair of Yellow Bowls, China, each bowl with slightly everted rim, the two dragons chasing flaming pearls amidst clouds, against an egg-yolk
exterior covered with a lemon yellow glaze, Guangxu six-character mark yellow glazed ground, Daoguang mark to the base, ht. 2 1/2, dia. 6 in.
to the base, ht. 2 5/8, dia. 5 1/2 in. $200-300
$200-300
632.
629. Blue and White Covered Jar, China, the rounded body decorated in
Yellow Dragon Plate, China, the exterior carved with dragons in underglaze blue with four shuangxi characters amidst leafy tendrils, flat
pursuit of flaming pearls amidst clouds, a dragon roundel to the interior, lid, ht. approx. 9 1/4 in.
covered with an egg-yolk colored yellow glaze, Daoguang mark to the $200-300
base, dia. 9 1/4, ht. 2 in.
$200-300
642
643
633. 639.
Yellow Dragon Jar and Cover, China, the cylindrical jar with waisted Small Yellow Dish, China, 19th century, quatrefoil shape, the interior
midsection, the exterior painted in polychrome enamels with dragons decorated with five dragon roundels in gridwork reserved on a yellow
traveling in a multitude of flowers borne on leafy tendrils, reserved on a ground, flower scroll in famille rose palette to the exterior, mark to the
lemon yellow ground, domed cover, ht. 11 1/8 in. base of the pedestal foot, ht. 2, dia. 4 3/4 in.
$100-150 $200-300
634. 640.
Polychrome Enameled Vase, China, the bulbous bottle painted to Polychrome Enameled Plate, China, Republican period, the interior
one side with pavilions set in a mountainous landscape, with a boating
finely enameled with five bats amidst peach sprays, shou roundels, and
scene and inscriptions to the other, garlic-shaped mouth, Yongzheng
beribboned items, reserved on an egg-yolk yellow glazed ground, the
mark to the base, ht. 7 in.
exterior decorated en suite, iron red Guangxu mark to the base, dia. 9
$200-300
1/8, ht. 1 5/8 in.
$200-400
635.
Pair of Porcelain Brush Pots, China, each of cylindrical shape, painted
in famille verte palette with a scene of an Immortal guiding rams in a 641.
verdant landscape, Qianlong six-character mark in iron red to the base, Hexagonal Vase, China, 19th century, each facet painted in aubergine
ht. 7 3/8, dia. 1 7/8 in. enamel with prunus branches, reserved on an egg-yolk yellow ground,
$250-350 with “Holzapfel Collection” old label to the base, ht. 7 1/4 in.
$200-300
636.
Blue and White Dragon Jar, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the 642.
bulbous body painted in underglaze blue with winged dragons amidst Longquan Celadon Dish, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the exterior
flaming clouds, between a band of flower cartouches around the carved with a band of petals rising to the everted flat rim, the interior
shoulder and wave patterns above the foot, ht. 13 in. with molded twin fish decoration, covered overall with a sea green glaze
$400-600 suffused with russet crackles, dia. 8 1/4, ht. 1 3/4 in.
$200-400
637.
“Mille Fleurs” Vase, China, the meiping-shaped body brightly painted
with a great multitude of flowers, Jiaqing mark to the base, ht. 13 5/8 643.
in. Green and Iron Red Plate, China, painted with a roundel enclosing a
$300-400 scholar in a landscape, encircled by a band of chrysanthemum scrolls,
the everted rim with classic scrolls, dia. 6 1/2, ht. 1 1/4 in.
$400-600
638.
Pair of Yellow Bowls, China, Republican period, each painted with
roundels of characters reading “Wan shou wu jiang” (ten thousand 644.
years without end), reserved on a yellow enameled ground with lotus Su Sancai Glazed Plate, China, 19th century, the interior carved
scrolls, the interior painted in underglaze blue with chrysanthemum, with dragons and enameled in yellow, green, and aubergine with
peony, lotus, and camellia sprays, Qianlong mark to the base, dia. 5 pomegranate and persimmon branches, the exterior with gardenia and
5/8, ht. 2 1/2 in. rose sprays, Kangxi mark to the base, dia. 10, ht. 2 1/4 in.
$500-700 $250-350
651
651
655
653 657
656
771
663
662
664
645. 655.
Famille Verte Vase, China, decorated with a continuous scene of Peachbloom Glazed Vase, China, 19th century, of Guanyin ping
ladies and boys playing in an autumn landscape, ht. 17 1/4 in. shape, with molded double bow strings around the neck, covered with
$300-500 crushed strawberry colored glaze with apple green mottling, Kangxi
mark to the base, ht. 7 7/8 in.
$300-500
646.
Porcelain Moon Flask, China, each side painted in polychrome
enamels with birds amidst peony branches, Qianlong mark to the base, 656.
Clair-de-Lune Vase, China, 19th century, with slender and tapering
ht. 11 in.
side and flaring mouth rim, covered with a powder blue glaze, Kangxi
$300-400
mark to the deep circular foot, lg. 6 3/4 in.
$250-350
647.
Porcelain Bowl, China, the exterior painted in polychrome enamels 657.
with bats and peach branches extending to the inside, “Chang Chun Peachbloom Glazed Vase, China, 19th century, of Guanyin ping
Gong Zhi” mark to the base, ht. 6, dia. 11 3/4 in. shape, the neck with molded double bow string decoration, covered
$250-350 with a glaze of celadon green with grayish-pink infusion, Kangxi mark to
the base, ht. 7 3/8 in.
$300-500
648.
Large Peach Bottle Vase, China, the bulbous body naturalistic painted
with peach branches and flowers, Guangxu mark to the base, ht. 20 658.
3/4 in. Maroon and Gilt Vase, China, early 20th century, the baluster vase
$300-500 decorated in gilt with bats suspending cash coins amidst stylized lotus
scrolls on a maroon ground, the interior and the base under a crazed
gray glaze, ht. 16 1/4 in.
649. $200-300
Blue and White Meiping, China, decorated in underglaze blue with
molded design of a dragon and a phoenix traveling amidst painted floral 659.
and leafy meanders, ht. 14 5/8 in. Double-gourd Vase, China, early 20th century, covered with dark
$100-150 magenta glaze, apocryphal Xuande mark to the base, ht. 10 1/2 in.
$200-300
650.
Teadust Glazed Planter, China, quatrefoil form, supported on four ruyi 660.
feet, the lobed sides with molded designs of magnolia, ht. 2 1/2, dia. 8 Seven Ceramics, China, a square bowl with Chenghua mark, a bowl
x 14 1/4 in. with stylized lotus scrolls on a green ground, a bowl with gilt design of
$200-300 peony blossoms, a large bowl with scallop rim decorated in underglaze
blue and iron red with cockerels, a shallow blue and white bowl painted
with bats, an aubergine glazed bowl with flaring rim, a quatrefoil box
651. and cover painted with stylized lotus scrolls on a light green ground,
Pair of Famille Rose Bowls, China, late 19th century, each painted with Tongzhi mark to the base, ht. 3, 2 1/4, 2 3/4, 2 7/8, 2 3/4, dia. 5
with “piqiuhua” on a powder blue enameled ground with incised 1/2 in.
acanthus leaves patterns, gilt rim, Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 3 5/8, $100-150
dia. 7 1/2 in.
$800-1,200 661.
Sancai Shou Lao, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1662), seated figure of
Shou Lao in a niche with cloud borders, hollow inside, covered by an
652. amber, green, and turquoise glaze to the front side, ht. 10 1/4 in.
Large Polychrome Enameled Bowl, China, probably Republican $200-300
period, painted with gilt and colors with the “100 Boys” motif in a
garden setting, reserved on an orange-red ground, Jiaqing mark to the
base, ht. 4, dia. 8 1/2 in. 662.
$200-300 Soft Paste Jar, China, 19th century, decorated in underglaze blue with
a pair of foo dogs playing with a brocade ball, and two other foo dogs
riding on flames, all amidst stylized clouds, Kangxi mark to the base, ht.
653. 5 5/8 in.
Peachbloom Glazed Vase, China, 19th century, of Guanyin ping $100-150
shape, the neck with molded double bow string decoration, covered
with a glaze of celadon green with grayish-pink infusion, Kangxi mark to
663.
the base, ht. 7 3/8 in.
Blue and White Pear-shaped Vase, China, the yuhuchunping with
$300-500
underglaze cobalt blue decoration of a scaly dragon chasing a flaming
pearl, the everted mouth with leafy sprigs and crescent design, ht. 10
1/4 in.
654. $300-500
Cloisonné Enameled Teapot, China, each side decorated with a scaly
dragon traveling amidst clouds, reserved on a turquoise ground, under
a band of peaches and cash coins on a yellow ground, domed cover, 664.
ht. 5 1/4 in. Blue and White Kendi, China, 16th century, decoration of cranes flying
$100-150 amidst clouds and waves, ht. 6 1/4 in.
$200-300
666
665. 671.
Small Bottle Vase, China, Republican period, finely painted in Polychrome Enameled Plate, Chinese Export, 19th century, decorated
polychrome enamels with bees and butterflies flying amidst peony with birds and butterflies flying amidst flower sprays, reserved on a
branches, Yongzheng mark to the base, ht. 4 in. celadon ground, mark to the base, dia. 10 1/4 in.
$400-600 $200-250
666. 672.
Yingqing Glazed Bird Feeder, China, of peach shape and with an Porcelain Brush Pot, China, of rectangular shape, the sides painted
ear handle to the side, incised with lotus scrolls, covered with a bluish with scholars in a mountainous landscape alternating with calligraphic
glaze, ht. 2 5/8 in. inscriptions, ht. 10 1/8 in.
$200-300 $200-300
673.
667.
Blue and White Ink Holder, China, the circular sides painted in
Blue and White Bowl, China, 19th century, the petal-rimmed lobed underglaze blue with panels of auspicious objects reserved on a
bowl decorated with auspicious symbols of shou roundels and bats brocade ground, dia. 7 3/4, ht. 2 1/4 in.
suspending double cash coin pendants, Wanli apocryphal mark to the $200-300
base, ht. 2 1/2, dia. 5 5/8 in.
$200-300
674.
Two Doucai Dishes, China, 19th century, one finely painted with a
668. roundel enclosing a pair of mandarin ducks swimming in a lotus pond
Three Ceramic Wares, Chinese Export, two plates, one decorated with to the interior, the exterior decorated en suite; the other with iris and
deer resting amidst peony branches (repairs), the other with luminaries lingzhi growing from rockwork both to the interior and the exterior,
in Chinese history, together with a salt container, dia. 8 7/8, 9 3/4, 2 Yongzheng mark to each dish, dia. 7, 5 3/8 in.
1/8 x 1 1/2 in. $400-600
$200-300
675.
Red and Green Enameled Square Box and Cover, China, 19th
669.
century, square quatrefoil shape, the cover painted in underglaze blue
Three Ceramics Wares, Chinese Export, including two teapots
with a fore-fronting dragon amidst polychrome enameled flaming clouds
decorated with peonies and roses, and a blue and white quatrefoil
interspersed with red peony blooms, the sides of the box decorated en
planter with stylized lotus sprays, ht. 4 3/4, 5 1/2, 2 1/4 x 4 1/2 in.
suite, Jiajing mark to the base, 4 x 5 3/4 x 5 3/4 in.
$200-300
$3,000-5,000
670. 676.
Porcelain Bowl, China, first half of the 20th century, the exterior Pair of Doucai Bowls, China, the tall flaring sides painted in underglaze
of the wide bowl painted in pink and green enamels with plum blue outline and overglaze enamels with leafy roundels separated by
blossoms viewed from various perspectives, gilt rim, Guangxu mark in double pomegranates, Jiaqing six-character mark to the base, ht. 2
iron red to the base, ht. 3, dia. 7 1/4 in. 3/4, dia. 6 1/8 in.
$100-150 $400-600
674
676
678
677
679
677. 679.
Pair of Iron Red Enameled Dishes, China, the interior painted with Famille Verte Table Screen, China, the rectangular screen painted
iron red and colored enamels with dragons and carp emerging from with an recluse leaving a cottage in a mountainous landscape, carved
frothy waves, alternating with peach trees, ruyi clouds, and flaming display wood stand, 4 1/4 x 3, ht. 8 3/8 in.
pearls, Jiaqing mark to the base, dia. 5 1/8 in. $300-500
$250-350
680.
678. Blue and White Vase, China, 19th century, pear shape with a slightly
Famille Rose Vase, China, the olive-shaped body finely painted with flaring rim, decoration of birds and flowers, ht. 13 3/4 in.
peony branches surrounded by a multitude of flowers, inscriptions, $200-300
Yongzheng mark to the base, ht. 6 3/4 in.
$200-300
682 683
680
685
684
681. 684.
Blue and White Vase, China, 19th century, the bulbous body painted Square Vase, China, 19th century, each side finely painted in
in underglaze blue with phoenixes amidst peony scrolls, ruyi heads polychrome enamels with a cartouche enclosing a recluse in a rustic
around the short neck, ht. 13 1/4 in. landscape, reserved on a yellow ground with stylized lotus scrolls,
$200-300 the interior and the base covered in a turquoise glaze, gilt foo dog lug
handles with mock rings, Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 12 1/2 in.
$800-1,200
682.
Blue and White Covered Jar, China, 19th century, the bulbous body
painted in underglaze blue simulating “heaping and piling” effect with 685.
pomegranate, lychee, loquat, and peach sprays, between ruyi and Famille Rose Baluster Vase, China, Republican period, the ovoid body
lappet borders, the domed cover embellished with stylized lotus scrolls, finely painted with a mountainous landscape with pavilions, the neck
Xuande mark to the base, ht. 9 1/2 in. in famille rose palette with stylized lotus blooms borne on leafy tendrils
$300-500 with peaches, “Shen De Tang Zhi” mark to the base, ht. 13 in.
$4,500-5,500
683.
Octagonal Vase, China, 19th century, the sides of the faceted vase 686.
painted in underglaze blue with butterflies amidst flower and fruit sprays, Celadon Cong Vase, China, of archaic ritual jade cong shape,
the shoulder flanked by elephant head handles, ht. 12 1/8 in., (repair). with raised design of trigrams to each side, the rectangular body
$100-150 surmounted by a circular neck, covered with olive green glaze thinning
to ochre around the edges, Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 11 3/8 in.
$200-300
693
694
555
687. 690.
Celadon Vase, China, 19th century, the round shoulder tapering to a Green Glazed Vase, China, the exterior of the bottle vase covered with
waisted pedestal foot, carved with stylized lotus blossoms with curled bright green glaze, Yongzheng mark in underglaze blue to the base, ht.
feathery leaves, above a band of plantain leaf lappets, covered in an 10 in.
olive green glaze, ht. approx. 11 1/8 in. $200-300
$200-300
691.
688. Jun-type Saucer Dish, China, with flat everted rim, covered with a
Blue and White Square Vase, China, the sides finely decorated in turquoise glaze with purple striations, three spur marks to the base, dia.
6 5/8 in.
underglaze blue with a dragonfly next to flower branches, and two
$100-150
eagles perched on a barren branch and a hilltop, alternating with
calligraphic inscriptions, signed “Wang Bu,” ht. 14 1/4 in.
$200-300 692.
Famille Verte Bowl, China, the deep bowl with slightly flaring sides, the
exterior finely painted with a multitude of flower sprays borne on leafy
689. meanders, apocryphal Yongzheng mark to the base, dia. 6 1/8, ht. 3
Polychrome Enameled Baluster Vase, China, the rounded cylindrical 3/8 in.
body decorated with the three Immortals, Shoulao, Cai Xing, and Fu $300-500
Xing, with an attendant in a celestial landscape with bats and a gnarled
pine tree, “Shen De Tang Zhi” to the base, ht. 11 in.
$150-250 693.
Large Famille Verte Jar, China, 19th century, painted in famille verte
palette with boys playing in a garden, under verdant trees and iron red
ruyi clouds, lappet collar enclosing florets below the short neck, ht. 12
3/8 in.
$200-300
695
694. 699.
Wucai Dragon Bowl, China, the deep bowl with flaring mouth rim, the Famille Rose Brush Pot, China, 19th century, finely painted with
sides painted with scaly dragons in pursuit of flaming pearls amidst peony and chrysanthemum branches, Qianlong mark in iron red to the
flaming clouds, the interior decorated en suite, a band of lotus scrolls to base, ht. 4 3/4 in.
the rim, ht. 4 7/8, dia. 11 in. $400-600
$200-300
700.
695. Famille Rose Plate, China, Guangxu mark and of the period (1875-
Pate-sur-pate Celadon Basin, China, 19th century, with everted flat 1908), poetic inscription and mark to the interior, encircled by
rim, the interior of the basin with relief decoration of a lotus pond to the cartouches of chrysanthemum, plum blossoms, iris, and crab apples in
center and prunus branches to the cavetto, covered by pale sea green polychrome enamels alternating with flower scrolls in underglaze blue,
glaze, wood stand, ht. 4, dia. 11 1/2 in. the exterior decorated with a bird-and-flower motif, dia. 9 1/2 in.
$100-150 $500-700
696. 701.
Celadon Charger, China, longquan-type, the interior carved with lotus Famille Rose Bowl, China, 19th century, with gilt scalloped rim, the
sprays encircling a roundel with swirling pattern to the middle, covered sides finely painted with a variety of antique objects, double peach
with an olive green glaze, dia. 16 1/2, ht. 3 in. roundel and a bat to the center of the interior, Jiaqing mark in iron red
$200-300 to the foot, ht. 2, dia. 4 5/8 in.
$300-400
697.
Doucai Bowl, China, the slightly flaring side painted with a band of 702.
stylized lotus scrolls, between a narrow band of ruyi forming a collar Pair of Polychrome Enameled Bowls, China, 19th century, each deep
around the mouth, and a band of upright lappets enclosing florets bowl with slightly flaring sides, the exterior decorated with cartouches
above the foot, bats and peach to the interior, apocryphal Qianlong enclosing a garden scene, on a lemon yellow ground with stylized lotus
mark to the base, dia. 7, ht. 3 1/8 in. scrolls, Daoguang iron red mark to the base, ht. 3 1/8, dia. 8 in.
$400-600 $300-400
698. 703.
Polychrome Enameled Plate, China, 19th century, with scalloped rim, Porcelain Bowl, China, early 20th century, the large scallop-rimmed
the interior painted with five foo dogs in various colors each playing with bowl with polychrome enameled decoration of four Immortals each
a brocade ball, bats in iron red to the exterior, Daoguang mark to the holding an auspicious object, with bats and a toad to the other side, an
base, dia. 7 1/4 in. iron red shou roundel to the interior, “Juren Tang zhi” mark to the base,
$150-200 ht. 3 3/8, dia. 7 3/4 in.
$300-400
697
701
699
702
702
703
705
704 704
707
709
708
706 710
712
711
713
704. 708.
Pair of Porcelain Hu Vases, China, Republican period, each flanked by Porcelain Dragon Bowl, China, the exterior carved and enameled in
blue seeded archaic scroll lugs, the body finely painted in famille verte green with dragons striding amongst clouds while chasing a flaming
palette with a panel of a scholar and attendant crossing a bridge in a pearl, under a band of wavy clouds around the mouth, all against a
mountainous landscape, the other side with a wintry scene, reserved on yellow enameled ground, apocryphal Yongzheng mark to the base, dia.
orange-red ground with stylized lotus meanders in gilt, Qianlong mark 5 1/2, ht. 2 1/2 in.
to the turquoise glazed base, ht. 8 3/4 in. $500-700
$500-700
709.
705. Green Enameled Dragon Plate, China, 19th century, painted in green
Faux Bois Double-gourd Vase, China, 19th century, with floral enamel and underglaze blue with a ferocious dragon in pursuit of a
roundels on an orange glazed ground with swirling patterns simulating flaming pearl amidst flaming clouds, with two dragons to the exterior,
wood, encircled by gilt decoration of waves and clouds, ht. 8 1/2 in. Yongzheng mark to the base, dia. 7, ht. 1 1/2 in.
$300-500 $400-600
710.
706.
Porcelain Dragon Dish, China, 19th century, with scalloped rim,
Yellow Glazed Plate, China, 19th century, the interior carved with a
carved and enameled in green with a roundel enclosing a fore-fronting
roundel enclosing a scaly dragon chasing a flaming pearl amidst clouds,
dragon, encircled by two dragons traveling amidst leafy tendrils in the
the exterior decorated en suite, covered with an egg-yolk yellow glaze,
cavetto, the exterior decorated en suite, Qianlong mark to the base, dia.
Yongzheng six-character mark to the base, dia. 6 5/8 in.
5 1/8, ht. 5/8 in.
$300-500
$900-1,200
707. 711.
Porcelain Dragon Dish, China, Republican period, decorated in yellow Prunus Bowl, China, 18th/19th century, carved and painted in the
enamel with sinuous dragons traveling amongst flaming clouds in monochrome ink style with prunus branches on a pale powder blue
pursuit of pearls, reserved on a black enameled ground, Kangxi mark to ground, gilt rim, Qianlong mark to the base, wood stand finely carved
the base, dia. 8 1/8, ht. 1 1/8 in. as chrysanthemum, ht. 3 1/4, dia. 6 1/8 in.
$500-700 $300-500
714
716
717
718
712. 715.
Pink Enameled Inkwell, China, early 19th century with early 20th Powder Blue Glazed Inkwell, China, Kangxi six-character mark and of
century mounts, the globular body painted with a multitude of flower the period (1662-1723), originally intended as a water pot, Taibai zun,
sprays borne on incised feathery leafy scrolls on a pink enameled with the short neck cut down and mounted with brass into an inkwell,
ground, surmounted with brass stand and lids, the lid set with a jade the domed body incised with three dragon roundels and covered with
plaque carved and pierced with chilong and bats and a jade finial, the powder blue glaze, the cover inset with a celadon jade plaque carved
stone of pale celadon color, ht. 5 1/2 in. and pierced with chilong, lingzhi, and an auspicious character, ht. 3 1/8
$200-300 in.
718 718
719 719
722
721
723
718. 721.
Pair of Blue and White Bowls, China, each bowl painted with Famille Rose Vase, China, 19th century, the square vase finely painted
underglaze blue with a purple hue with four fore-fronting dragons on each side with a lotus pond, antique objects, and peony branches,
each holding a peach-shaped cartouche enclosing a character which mounted as a lamp, ht. 9 3/4, 26 1/4 in. (overall).
together read “Wu gu deng feng” (harvest in five types of grain), Jiajing $300-400
mark to the base, ht. 3 3/8, dia. 6 3/8 in.
$300-500
722.
Wucai Jar, China, 19th century, Transitional period style, depicting
719. a birthday celebration scene in a garden setting with rocks, plantain
Pair of Covered Stem Soup Bowls, China, 19th century, the exterior leaves, and ruyi clouds, ht. 10 3/4 in.
of each stem bowl enameled with a crane in a lotus to one side, $200-300
inscription to the reverse, dated yihai year, the cover decorated en
suite, inscribed (translated as) “In the style of Bada Shanren,” the
interior of the bowl with an iron red mark to the base, ht. 5 3/4, dia. 6 723.
5/8 in. Famille Rose Bottle Vase, China, 19th century, painted in famille rose
palette with four cartouches of scenes from the “Romance of the West
Provenance: Purchased from China Trading Company in Singapore in
Chamber,” mounted as a lamp, ht. 9 3/4, 24 in. (overall).
1956 (paperwork) and in a private collection ever since.
$300-400
$100-200
724.
720.
Blue and White Brush Pot, China, painted in underglaze blue with
Famille Rose Zhadou, China, 19th century, the round body and flaring
landscape panels and calligraphic inscription, ht. approx. 7, dia. 7 1/4
mouth enameled with bats suspending qing pendants amidst stylized
in.
lotus meanders, all reserved on a turquoise ground, ht. 10, dia. 9 in.
$300-400
$50-100
725. 728.
Blue and White Brush Pot, China, painted in underglaze blue with Cizhou-type Bottle, China, Yuan period, 14th century, carved through
panels of figures in a landscape, mark to the base, ht. 5 3/4, dia. 7 1/4 the white slip to reveal the gray body, with relief decoration of a wide
in. band of large peony blossoms borne on leafy tendrils, covered overall
$300-400 with a clear glaze, ht. 10 in.
$300-500
726.
Blue and White Vase, China, 18th century, design of a flowering 729.
prunus tree on an ice pattern ground, ht. 17 1/4 in., (chip to the foot). Pair of Porcelain Jars, China, Republican period, each cylindrical
$6,000-8,000 jar with oval section finely painted with a wintry scene with figures
appreciating the snow from a pavilion, with mountainous ranges and
pine trees, mark to the base, ht. 10 1/8 in.
727. $400-600
Blue and White Baluster Vase, China, 19th century, Kangxi mark,
yen-yen form, surface carved with magnolia flowers and accented by
underglaze blue decoration, ht. 17 in.
$6,000-8,000
728
727
726
729
730
730. 731.
Biscuit Sancai Glazed Covered Jar, China, late 19th century, the Rose-red Enameled and Gilt Archer’s Ring, China, 19th century,
ovoid body molded in relief with a crane resting in a lotus pond, painted in rose-red enamel with a cartouche enclosing a mountain and
reserved on a green ground, the domed cover with lotus plants, “Wang water landscape to each side, reserved on a gilt geometric ground with
Bingrong zuo” seal mark in relief to the base, wood stand, ht. 7 1/4 in. stylized lotus blooms, gilt borders, Qianlong mark to the interior, dia. 1
$400-600 1/8, wd. 7/8 in.
N.B. See Ye Peilan’s Zhongguo Cai Ci, pp. 262-63, image 765,
Shanghai gu ji chu ban she, 2005.
$600-800
731
731
732 733
732. 735.
Pair of Celadon Vases, China, 19th century, each with carved design Monochrome Vase, China, Guangxu mark (1873-1908) and of the
of flowers above a band of plantain leaves and below ruyi collars, period, bottle form decorated with a cobalt blue glaze, ht. 14 in.
Yongzheng mark to the countersunk base, wood stands, ht. 9 5/8 in. $4,000-6,000
$200-300
736.
733. Blue and White and Yellow Bowl, China, painted in underglaze blue
Black Dragon Vase, China, Kangxi period (1662-1723), the garlic- with dragons in various attitudes amidst clouds to the exterior, the
mouthed bottle vase finely painted in enamels with dragons striding inside with a dragon roundel, all reserved on an egg-yolk yellow ground,
amidst stylized clouds, reserved on a black ground, Jiajing mark to the Yongzheng mark to the base, ht. 2 5/8, dia. 6 in.
base, ht. 18 in. $300-500
$300-500
737.
734. Yixing Bowl, China, finely decorated in raised blue enamel with four
Blanc-de-chine Guanyin, China, early 20th century, standing figure of roundels enclosing characters “Gao Shan Chang Shui” (high mountain
Guanyin riding on a dragon in crashing waves, a lotus sprig in her left and long river), alternating with peony blossoms supporting the Eight
hand, festooned decoration to her robe, carved maker’s mark in a small Buddhist Treasures, reserved on a buff ground, a shou roundel to the
cartouche to the back, ht. 9 3/8 in. interior, with ruyi band around the rim, “Chun Yin Tang Zhi” mark to the
$200-300 base, Japanese wood box, dia. 5 5/8, ht. 2 3/8 in.
$300-500
735
738.
Wucai Beaker Vase, China, Transitional period, 17th century, the
top section depicting dignitaries exchanging gifts in a garden setting,
above a band of camellia and rose sprays in the middle, and peach and
pomegranate sprigs around the foot, ht. 16 1/4 in.
739.
Famille Rose Plaque, China, Republican period, painted with a
figurative military scene, 15 x 9 3/4 in.
$200-300
740.
Porcelain Plaque, China, Republican period, of rectangular shape,
carved in relief with a lone figure crossing a bridge in a mountainous
landscape, covered in pale mustard yellow glaze, 9 1/2 x 6 7/8 in.
$300-400
741.
Pair of Porcelain Plaques, China, each of circular shape, painted
in polychrome enamel, one with a bird perched on a bean pod tree,
accompanied with inscription, dated bingzi year and signed “Cheng
Yiting,” the other painted with a bird perched on chrysanthemum
branches issuing from rockery, dated bingqiu year and signed “Liu
Yucen,” dia. 13 1/2, 12 3/4 in.
$400-600
739
741
740
743
744
742
742. 744.
Iron Red and Green Wine Ewer, China, with C-scroll handles and a Porcelain Square Zun Vase, China, early 20th century, decorated in
slender spout, painted in iron red and green enamel with phoenixes famille rose palette with a scene of butterflies and flowers to the front,
traveling amidst peony scrolls, a band of lappets enclosing clouds and a pheasant perched on peony branches to the back, calligraphic
around the foot, ht. 9 in. inscriptions to the sides, all below stylized lotus meanders around the
$300-500 neck, flanked by elephant-mask lugs, the interior and the base (drilled)
glazed turquoise, ht. 8 3/8 in.
$100-150
743.
Pair of Hexagonal Vases, China, 19th century, each of the faceted
vases with molded decoration of the “100 Antiques” motif between
bands of flower scrolls, ht. 9 1/4 in.
$200-300
745. 749.
Blue and White Brush Pot, China, Kangxi period (1662-1795), one Porcelain Vase, China, Xuantong mark and of the period (1908-1912),
side finely painted with an Immortal visiting a scholar who is writing finely enameled with one sparrow resting atop rockery, another flying
calligraphy in his study room, the other side with the same scholar amidst peony branches, ht. 10 7/8 in.
dreaming of himself escaping from his life’s routine, recessed foot, ht. 6, $400-600
dia. 7 5/8 in.
$500-700
750.
Blue and White Saucer Dish, China, the interior of the shallow dish
746.
painted in underglaze blue with a medallion enclosing butterflies amidst
Blue Glazed Water Coupe, China, 19th century, each side with
flower branches, the exterior decorated with similar motif, apocryphal
underglaze slip decoration of a shou roundel supported by crashing
waves, a high relief chi dragon climbing over the rim, Daoguang mark to Yongzheng mark to the base, dia. 4 3/4, ht. 1 in.
the square base, covered with dark blue glaze, ht. 1 1/4 in. $200-300
$100-150
751.
747. Famille Rose Covered Jar, China, 19th century, the ovoid body finely
Pair of Porcelain Bowls, China, 19th century, each wide bowl with painted with peony branches, the flat cover decorated en suite, with a
slightly flaring rim, the exterior painted with a recluse in a mountainous cone finial, ht. 12 in.
landscape, with lacquered and gilt covers and stands, one surmounted $200-300
by a foo dog finial, the other with gilt Buddha’s hand citron group, dia.
7, ht. 3 in.
$400-600 752.
Famille Rose Jar, China, 19th century, the ovoid jar painted with
a multitude of floral sprays, under a band of turquoise glazed collar
748. lappets, mounted as a lamp, ht. 9, 28 1/4 in. (overall).
Pair of Blue and White Covered Jars, China, each painted in
$200-300
underglaze blue with panels enclosing a landscape scene, on a ground
of stylized lotus blooms borne on leafy meanders, the domed covers
surmounted by a finial in the shape of a spider, mark to the base, ht. 12
1/4 in.
$250-350
753. 758.
Brown Dish, China, with the slightly everted rim, the interior and the Four Famille Rose Bowls, China, 19th century, painted in polychrome
side covered in a brown glaze, Kangxi six-character mark to the base, enamels with various motifs including stylized lotus borne on leafy
dia. 6, ht. 7/8 in. tendrils, cartouche of a landscape scene reserved on a lotus scroll
$200-300 ground, pheasants amidst peony branches, and birds and flowers of
the four seasons, turquoise glazed interior, marks to the bases, dia. 7
1/2, 7 3/8, 4 3/4, 5 5/8 in.
754. $200-300
Porcelain Basin, Chinese Export, 19th century, deep sides with
everted rim, the interior painted in polychrome enamels with magpies
perched on plum branches, surrounded by a multitude of flower sprays 759.
in the cavetto, bats alternating with lotus blossoms to the rim, dia. 11 Three Famille Rose Bowls, China, late 19th/early 20th century, a
3/4, ht. 3 3/4 in. lobed petal-rimmed bowl finely painted in polychrome enamels with
$100-150 quails resting amidst lotus plants, turquoise glazed inside, Tongzhi mark
to the base, together with a pair of shallow bowls, decorated with shou
roundels reserved on a rose-colored ground with stylized lotus blooms,
dia. 7, 6, 6 in.
755.
$250-350
Porcelain Basin, Chinese Export, 19th century, with deep sides and
everted rim, the interior painted in polychrome enamels with figures
riding on a foo dog, surrounded by deer and cranes amidst auspicious
760.
flower branches in the cavetto, dia. 11 5/8, ht. 4 in.
Blue and White Tea Caddy, China, 19th century, hexagonal shape,
$100-150 each side painted in underglaze blue with a figurative scene alternating
with a flower of the four seasons, the cover with a shou roundel, ht. 7
1/4 in.
756.
Blue and White Bowl, China, 19th century, the exterior painted in Provenance: Old label “J.H.I. Lempers Spuistraat 68” to the base.
underglaze blue with dragons in various attitudes leaping amongst $200-300
flaming clouds, the interior with a dragon roundel, Kangxi mark to the
base, dia. 7, ht. 2 3/4 in.
$200-300 761.
Blue and White Dish, China, with galleried rim, the exterior painted in
underglaze blue with birds amidst rose branches, below key-fret border,
757. Kangxi mark to the base, dia. 7 3/8, ht. 1 3/4 in.
Yellow Enameled Charger, China, 19th century, the interior decorated $200-300
in famille rose palette with bats flying amidst peach sprays and shou
roundels, reserved on an egg-yolk yellow ground, the exterior painted in
free style with flower sprays, dia. 13 1/2, ht. 2 in. 762.
$200-300 Celadon Cylindrical Vase, China, 19th century, decorated with molded
characters of fu (happiness) and shou (longevity) under a sea green
glaze, alternating with rectangular panels enclosing variations of stylized
shou characters in underglaze blue, between molded dragon borders,
ht. 17 in.
$200-300
763. 768.
Pair of Famille Rose Vases, China, 19th century, each baluster vase Blue and White Vase, China, cylindrical, the sides painted with boys
painted in famille rose palette with five bats flying above the sea to one engaged in various activities in a garden setting, with “Kangxi guichou
side implying the rebus “Wu Fu Si Hai” (Five types of happiness as vast Zhonghe Tang zhi” mark to the base, ht. 8 in.
as the sea), and with a landscape scene with peaches, ht. 17 in. $200-300
$300-500
769.
764. Blue and White Circular Box and Cover, China, the center of the
Gilt Blue Glazed Baluster Vase, China, gilt decoration of stylized cover painted with a scene from the “Romance of the West Chamber,”
shou characters around the body, reserved on a powder blue ground, the sides of the cover and box decorated with the “100 Boys” motif,
flanked by molded and gilt pendants suspending tassels, Tongzhi mark Kangxi mark to the base, dia. 6, ht. 2 1/2 in.
in iron red to the base, ht. 12 3/4 in. $200-300
$400-600
770.
Pair of Black Glazed and Gilt Covered Jars, China, 19th century,
765.
each ovoid body with gilt decoration of plum and ice-ground motif,
Gilt Mirror Black Vase, China, early 20th century, baluster shape, with
above a band of upright chrysanthemum petal lappets, Kangxi mark in
gilt decoration of butterflies flying amidst a multitude of flowers, reserved
underglaze blue to the base, ht. approx. 16 in.
on a mirror black ground, Kangxi mark to the base, ht. 13 1/2 in.
$800-1,200
$100-150
771.
766. Peachbloom Glazed Liuye Zun, China, 19th century, the tapering
Three Blue and White Plates, China, 18th/19th century, each painted body of the amphora covered with a glaze of crushed strawberry color
in underglaze blue with flower scrolls or auspicious objects, dia. 8 1/2, with apple green mottling, Kangxi six-character mark to the interior of
8 3/4, 8 3/8 in. the unglazed foot, ht. 5 3/4 in.
$200-300 $200-300
767. 772.
Celadon Vase, China, Yaozhou-type, carved with fluidity with wide Blue and White Plate, China, 19th century, finely painted in underglaze
bands of leafy scrolls, covered by an olive green glaze, ht. 7 5/8 in. blue with contrived “heaping and piling” effect with an elaborate lotus
$200-300 branch to the interior, encircled by a band of lotus meanders, below
classic scrolls, the exterior with a composite flower scroll, Qianlong six-
character mark to the base, dia. 6 1/4 in.
$250-350
773. 778.
Blue and White Vase, China, the compressed globular body and Pair of Famille Rose Rouleau Vases, China, 19th century, painted
slightly flaring neck painted in underglaze blue with chi dragons amidst with a quatrefoil panel enclosing a figurative scene to each side,
lingzhi scrolls, Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 10 in. reserved on a blue glazed ground with stylized lotus flowers, ht. 10 in.
$250-350 $200-300
774. 779.
Ge-type Vase, China, the vase covered with a gray-white glaze with Blue and White Bowl, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), painted in
dark brown and russet crackles simulating “iron wires and gold threads” underglaze blue with a lotus pond, the interior with a lotus roundel, dia.
effect, Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 8 1/8 in. 5 1/2, ht. 2 1/2 in.
$150-250 $250-350
775. 780.
Famille Verte Baluster Vase, China, painted with four panels enclosing Blue and White Jar, Chinese Export for the Vietnamese market, early
figures engaged in agricultural activities, the neck with two panels of 20th century, painted in underglaze gray-blue with a stylized lotus
antique objects, the tall shoulder flanked by foo dog masks, all reserved bloom borne on leafy scrolls to one side, “gengxu Yichun Tang zhi”
on a brocade ground, ht. 17 in. mark to the other, corresponding to year 1910, ht. 5 1/4 in.
$300-400 $200-300
776. 781.
Baluster Vase, China, 19th century, sang-de-boeuf glaze of Porcelain Washer, China, Jiaqing mark and of the period (1796-
peachbloom color, ht. 17 1/2 in. 1820), the ovoid washer supported on four ruyi-shaped feet, painted in
$250-350 polychrome enamels with a cartouche enclosing finely painted peony
and chrysanthemum to each side, reserved on a blue and white scroll
ground, a pair of gilt molded foo dog lugs, ht. 1 3/4, lg. 2 1/2 in.
777. $300-500
Celadon Guan-type Vase, China, of lobed double gourd shape,
covered overall with an unctuous pale blue glaze with sparse dark
crackles, wood stand, ht. 9 3/8 in. 782.
$200-300 Purple Glazed Brush Washer, China, 19th century, the rounded body
with a high relief chilong crawling over the side with its head sticking
into the interior, covered with a thick purplish blue glaze, mark to the
base, ht. 2 5/8 in.
$100-150
785.
Blue and White Vase, China, painted in underglaze blue with a foo dog
playing, covered by a celadon glaze, wood stand, mounted as a lamp,
ht. approx. 7 1/2 in.
$250-350
786.
Blue and White Vase, China, painted in underglaze blue with a
landscape scene with flowering trees, mounted as a lamp, ht. approx.
7 1/2 in.
$250-350
787.
Rose Medallion Jar, Chinese Export, 19th century, painted in
polychrome enamel with a cartouche enclosing a figurative scene in a
garden to one side, and pheasants and butterflies amidst rose branches
to the other, reserved on a rose medallion ground, ht. 12 in.
$200-300
788.
Porcelain Yuhuchun Vase, China, the pear-shaped body painted in
polychrome enamels with a landscape scene with blue mountains and
cottages amidst trees, mark to the base, ht. 9 7/8 in.
$250-350
789.
Gilt-bronze Vajrasattva, China, 19th century, seated in dhyanasana
pose on a mat, his right hand supporting a vajra in front of him, his
left hand resting on his leg and holding a ghanta, wearing a long
diaphanous dhorti and beaded festoons, with windswept sash around
his arms, ht. 6 3/4 in.
$300-500
790.
Gilt-bronze Manjusri, China, 18th century, seated in dhyanasana
pose atop a lotus throne, his primary hand in namaskara mudra, his
secondary hands rising to the sides holding a padma and a mala,
wearing foliate crown and large rosette earrings, with an image of
Amitabha Buddha to his topknot, ht. 9 in.
$300-500
791.
Gilt-bronze Virupa, Tibet, 19th century, seated on a lotus stand with
a deer head to his left foot, his right hand supporting a kapala in front
of him, his left arm raised, wearing beaded festoons and large rosette
earrings, with wrathful expression, ht. 6 in.
$400-600
792.
Gilt-bronze Bodhisattva, China, seated figure of Maitreya in
dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, his hands in dhyana
mudra, wearing large rosette earrings and beaded jewels, Yongle
incised mark to the top of the throne, ht. 8 1/2 in.
$300-500
783.
Large Sancai Glazed Guardian Figure, China, Kangxi period (1662-
1722), standing figure of a warrior in full armor pointing at the dragon 793.
he is stepping on, with windswept sash, covered in green, yellow, and Bronze Bodhisattva, China, figure of Maitreya seated on a rectangular
aubergine glaze, ht. 32 in. throne with both feet on the ground, his hands in dharmachakra mudra,
holding long stems of lotuses rising to the each side, wearing a close-
$2,000-3,000
fitting dhoti with beaded ornament, with downcast eyes and hair with
blue dye, ht. 8 7/8 in.
$400-600
789
791
793
794
792
794. 795.
Gilt-bronze Bodhisattva, China, seated figure of Vajradhara Gilt-bronze Buddha, China, 18th century, seated figure of Buddha
in dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, his hands in in dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, his hands in dhyana
dharmachakra mudra, holding long stems of lotuses rising to the each mudra, his close-fitting robe with incised flower and foliate hem, with
side, wearing a close-fitting dhoti with beaded ornament, ht. 8 3/4 in. downcast eyes and elongated earlobes, his hair with blue dye, open
$300-500 base, ht. 7 5/8 in.
$500-700
795
797
801
800
798 799
796. 799.
Gilt-bronze Figure of Acala, Sino-Tibetan, with one knee on the Gilt-bronze Tara, Sino-Tibetan, seated figure of Tara in dhyanasana
ground and the other bent, his raised left hand brandishing a sword, pose atop a double-lotus throne, with one hand in front of her chest
and his right hand holding a vajra, wearing foliate tiara and jeweled while the other extends to the side, her close-fitting dhoti with beaded
ornament, ht. 9 7/8 in. ornament and incised hem, wearing foliate tiara, ht. 7 in.
$400-600 $500-700
797. 800.
Gilt-bronze Bodhisattva, China, seated figure of Vajradhara in Gilt-bronze Bodhisattva of Infinite Mercy, Sino-Tibetan, seated
dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, his hands crossed in figure of Sadaksari in dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne,
front his chest, holding long stems of lotuses rising to the sides each his primary hands in namaskara mudra and secondary hands aside,
supporting vajra and ghanta, wearing five-crested headpiece and close- wearing a beaded ornament and foliate tiara, closely fitted dhoti with
fitting dhoti with beaded ornament, ht. 7 in. incised borders, ht. 7 1/8 in.
$500-700 $500-700
798. 801.
Gilt-bronze Bodhisattva, China, seated figure of Maitreya in Gilt-bronze Bodhisattva, China, seated figure of Maitreya in
dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, his hands in dhyana dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, his right hand in varada
mudra, wearing large rosette earrings and beaded ornaments inset with mudra, his left holding the long stem of a lotus rising to his side,
turquoise and coral beads, his close-fitting dhoti with delicately incised wearing a close-fitting dhoti with beaded ornament, ht. 7 1/4 in.
and stippled foliate hems, ht. 7 1/4 in. $500-700
$500-700
802
802.
Large Bronze Ding, China, 19th century, supported on tripod ruyi
cloud-shaped legs, the circular body cast with a band of stylized
taotie masks and kui dragons, flanked by ruyi lugs with jump rings,
inscriptions in seal script to the interior, ht. 10, dia. 17 3/4 in. 804
$3,000-5,000
803.
Bronze Hu Vase, China, 19th century, the compressed globular body
decorated with a simple design of three bands of triple bow strings,
flanked by dragon masks suspending jump rings, carved characters
recording maker’s information “Nanyang jun Hanzong ba nian wu yue er
qu di san shi yi hao Li Chong zhi zao” to the side, ht. 17 in.
$300-500
804.
Large Bronze Bell, China, Chenghua eighth year mark corresponding
to year 1471, cast with a band of lappets above two wide bands of
rectangular panels, with cast mark “Chenghua ba nian yue ri zao” to
one panel, surmounted by arched handle with ruyi scroll ends, ht.
approx. 26 1/2 in.
805.
Gilt-bronze Shrine, China, with leafy and floral top, deer on the
turquoise pebbled ground, further set on a pedestal with beaded feet,
inset with turquoise, garnet, and other semiprecious stone beads, ht.
17 1/4 in.
$300-500
806.
Large Silver Filigree Ewer, Tibet, the bulbous body with cartouches
enclosing the Eight Buddhist Treasures, all inset with turquoise, glass, 808.
coral, lapis lazuli, and garnet beads, elephant task spout, loop handle, Bronze Censer, China, the compressed body flanked by lion masks,
and domed cover, ht. approx. 15 3/4 in. with Xuande mark cast to the base, dia. 5, ht. 3 in.
$300-500 $300-500
807. 809.
Bronze Censer, China, the compressed body flanked by ear lugs, with Bronze Censer, China, supported on tripod feet, the compressed body
“Zhengtong yichou nian zao” mark cast to the base, dia. 5 3/8, ht. 3 with a pair of small upright loop handles on the rim, Xuande mark to the
1/2 in. base, dia. 5 1/8, ht. 2 3/4 in.
$300-400 $300-500
818
817
810. 815.
Bronze Censer, China, supported on tripod feet, the compressed body Gilt-bronze Bodhisattva, China, seated in lalitasana pose atop a
with a pair of upright loop handles on the rim, “Yang Yi Xuan Zhi” mark double-lotus throne, his right hand in varada and his left in vitarka
cast to the base, dia. 7 1/2, ht. 3 5/8 in. mudra, hair with blue dye, ht. 11 in.
$300-500 $300-500
811. 816.
Bronze Lama, Sino-Tibetan, seated in dhyanasana pose on a lotus Inlaid Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, in the archaic drinking vessel
stand, his hands in dharmachakra mudra, holding long stems of lotuses hu shape, cast in relief with a taotie mask to the long and short sides,
rising to each side, flame-like aureole to the back, ht. 23 in. separated by notched flanges, above a band of cicada blades, pedestal
$300-500 foot, the neck with a narrow band of kui dragons and flanked by loop
lugs, gilt accents, ht. 18 1/4 in.
$300-500
812.
Large Gilt-bronze Buddha, China, seated in dhyanasana pose atop a
double-lotus throne, his hands in dharmachakra mudra, his close-fitting 817.
dhoti revealing his right shoulder, ht. 22 5/8 in. Bronze Vase, China, 18th/19th century, bottle form with a garlic
$300-500 mouth, high relief decoration of dragons, bats,, and clouds, ht. 16 in.
$200-300
813.
Gilt-bronze Buddha, China, seated in dhyanasana pose, his left hand 818.
in dhyana and his right in humisparsa mudra, wearing a diaphanous Bronze Vase, China, Ming period (1368-1644), fang gu form, the body
dhoti with beaded hem, ht. 13 in. decorated with oval medallions, animal mask handles, ht. 16 1/2 in.
$300-500 $200-300
814. 819.
Gilt-bronze Bodhisattva, China, 19th century, seated figure of Manjusri Gilt-bronze Buddha, China, seated figure of Buddha in dhyanasana
in dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, his hands crossed in pose atop a double-lotus throne, his right hand in bhumisparsa mudra,
front his chest, holding long stems of lotuses rising to the sides each his left hand in dhyana mudra, his closely fitted robe with crisply cast
supporting a ghanta, ht. 13 1/2 in. folds showing his right shoulder, Yongle six-character mark to the back,
$300-500 ht. 10 1/4 in.
$6,000-8,000
827
825
826
824
820. 826.
Gilt-bronze Buddha, China, seated figure of Buddha in dhyanasana Garlic-mouthed Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644),
pose atop a triple-lotus throne, his right hand in vitarka mudra, his left crisply cast with a chi dragon encircling the long slender neck and biting
hand holding a staff, his closely fitted robe with incised borders, ht. 9 upon the mouth rim, compressed globular body, ht. 7 1/4 in.
1/2 in. $250-350
$2,500-3,500
827.
821.
Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the double-gourd-
Bronze Buddhist Image, China, 19th century, seated figure of Mi Lo
shaped vase cast in relief with a crawling chilong, ht. 9 in.
Fu holding a rosary and a satchel, surface inlaid with silver wire, ht. 11
$200-300
in.
$3,500-4,500
828.
822. Bronze Censer, China, 19th century, the quatrefoil body raised on four
Bronze Plaque, China, 17th century, surface with twelve Buddhas and cabriole feet, cast with a band of kui dragons on a key-fret ground,
various inscriptions, 26 1/2 x 12 x 11 in. a pair of strap handles on the shoulder, the domed openwork lid
$300-500 surmounted by a recumbent foo dog, mark to the base, ht. 8 1/2 in.
$200-300
823.
Sword, China, 19th century, the brass sheath with repoussé and 829.
chased design of dragons and lotus blossoms, each side inset with Two Bronze Censers, China, 19th century, each supported on tripod
three pale celadon jade plaques carved in relief with chi dragons, lg. 43 feet and with two upright fixed handles on the rim, one with plain
1/2 in. surface, the other with chased design, Xuande six-character mark to
$400-600 the base, ht. 4 1/8, 4 3/8 in.
$200-300
824.
Bronze Vase, Japan, 19th century, the ovoid body cast in relief in 830.
a continuous fashion with a ghost figure amidst swirls of clouds and Bronze Censer, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the compressed
crashing waves, ht. 5 3/4 in. rounded body cast with a wide band of kui dragons on a key-fret
$200-300 ground, below a narrow band of ruyi heads, the flaring neck with petal-
shaped rims, ht. 4, dia. 4 7/8 in.
$200-300
825.
Garlic-mouthed Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), cast
with a chi dragon encircling the long slender neck and bulbous body,
tall flaring foot, ht. 7 1/2 in.
$250-350
839
840
837 841
831. 836.
Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the pear-shaped body Inlaid Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, the bulbous body finely cast
raised on a splaying foot cast with diaper patterns, the waisted neck with ruyi collar lappets around the shoulder suspending tassels inlaid
with a band decorated en suite, flanked by tubular lugs, ht. 8 1/4 in. with turquoise beads, the waisted neck flanked by lugs with pendants,
$200-300 ht. 3 5/8 in.
$200-300
832.
Shih So Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, the body elegantly cast 837.
into hexagonal shape, with fine inlaid wire design in bird-and-flower Bronze Gu Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), with trumpet-
motif, key-fret band around the foot, ht. 7 1/2 in. shaped mouth and flaring foot, the sides cast with archaic dragon
$200-300 designs on a leiwen ground, separated by short flanges, a band of
cicada blades around the neck, ht. 10 3/8 in.
$200-300
833.
Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the sides of the
hexagonal vase cast with a band of kui dragons on a key-fret ground, 838.
below bands of diaper and raised boss patterns, flanked by ruyi lugs, Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), of archaic drinking
ht. 7 5/8 in. vessel gu shape, the bulbous midsection crisply cast with a band of
$200-300 stylized taotie masks on a key-fret ground, kui dragon band around the
splayed foot and flaring neck, flanked by small foo dog mask lugs with
pendants, ht. 8 5/8 in.
834. $200-300
Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, of archaic drinking vessel gu shape,
crisply cast with bands of stylized taotie masks on a key-fret ground,
separated by vertical flanges, below a band of cicada blades around the 839.
flaring neck, ht. 11 1/8 in. Shih So Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, decorated with inlaid silver
$200-300 wire design of bands of stylized taotie masks with notched flanges, the
flaring neck with a band of cicada blades, ht. 7 3/4 in.
$300-500
835.
Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, of archaic drinking vessel gu
shape, cast with bands of stylized taotie masks on a key-fret ground, 840.
separated by short flanges, the flaring neck with a band of cicada Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the sides of the
blades above a narrow band of confronting kui dragons, ht. 11 3/4 in. square zun vase crisply cast with bands of archaic dragons and birds
$200-300 on a key-fret ground, flanked by elephant-head lugs with jump rings, ht.
7 1/8 in.
$200-300
850
841. 846.
Bronze Vase, China, 18th/19th century, of archaic drinking vessel gu Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the sides of the
shape, crisply cast with bands of stylized taotie masks on a key-fret hexagonal vase cast with bands of geometric and taotie designs,
ground, separated by short flanges, the flaring neck with a band of flanked by lingzhi sprig lugs, ht. 8 in.
cicada blades above a narrow band of confronting kui dragons, ht. 10 $200-300
7/8 in.
$200-300
847.
Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, the pear-shaped hexagonal body
842. cast with a wide band of abstract designs, flanked by loop handles
Pair of Shih So Vases, China, 19th century, each turnip-shaped vase issuing from dragon finials, pedestal foot cast with wave patterns, mark
decorated with inlaid silver wire design of a garden scene, signed “Shih to the base, ht. 10 1/2 in.
So” to the base, ht. 5 3/4 in. $200-300
$250-350
848.
843. Bronze Double Gourd Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644),
Garlic-mouthed Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), cast decorated with a band of stylized taotie masks between the gourds,
in relief with a chi dragon stepping on billowy cloud encircling the long flanked by foo dog mask lugs with jump rings, ht. 10 3/8 in.
slender neck and bulbous body, with inlaid silver wire cloud patterns to $250-350
the body, ht. 7 in.
$250-350
849.
Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, the pear-shaped body raised on
844. a splaying pedestal foot, embellished with a band with diaper ground
Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, double gourd form with relief enclosing key-fret patterns, flanked by a loop handles with dragon head
decoration of gourd plants, chocolate brown color, ht. 8 in. finials and suspending jump rings, ht. 12 1/8 in.
$200-300 $200-300
845. 850.
Shih So Censer, China, 19th century, the compressed rounded body Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the hu-shaped body
decorated with inlaid silver wire design of cranes flying amidst clouds, cast with a wide band of diaper key-fret design, raised on a pedestal
flanked by elephant-head lugs, dia. 3 7/8, ht. 2 1/4 in. foot cast with breaking wave patterns, flanked by loop handles issuing
$200-300 from dragon finials, ht. 10 in.
$200-300
End of Session I
852
851.
Burlwood Carving, China, 18th/19th century,
figure of the goddess Guanyin in flowering robes
holding a scroll, ht. 9 in.
$200-300
853
852.
Hornbill Casque, China, 19th century, carving of
figures in a landscape, 4 1/2 x 8 in.
$800-1,200
853.
Bamboo Brush Pot, China, 19th century,
surface carved in high relief with scholars in a
landscape, signed “Chu Wen Yu,” ht. 8 3/4 x 8
x 7 in.
$2,000-3,000
854.
Bamboo Carving, China, 19th century, carved
with fine details as a sage seated on a rock in a
contemplative state, with a small tortoise nearby,
ht. 5 3/8 in.
$200-300
855.
Hardwood Carving, China, seated figure of
Budai with boys, wood stand, ht. 5 in.
$100-150
858
856
857
856
856.
Two Canes, one European with burlwood shaft surmounted by a bone
grip carved with a double gourd borne on leafy stems, and a Chinese
cane with ivory grip carved with a dragon, lg. 36 1/2, 34 in.
$200-300 860
857.
Wood Ruyi Scepter with Jade Plaque, China, 19th century, the
slightly curved S-shaped handle decorated in bamboo appliqué with ice
and plum blossoms motif, the ovoid top with a jade plaque inset with
hardstone decoration of a lotus pond, lg. 14 1/2 in.
$250-350
858.
Carved Wood Ruyi Scepter with Jade Plaques, China, the scepter
finely carved with classical scrolls, inset with pale celadon jade with
inlaid design of birds and floral motifs, the handle further inset with
small pieces of lapis lazuli, jade, and malachite, engraved and gilded
with characters “ji xiang ru yi” (may everything turn out well), lg. 18 3/4
in.
$1,000-1,500
859.
Sandalwood Box, China, 19th century, of rectangular shape, the cover
and sides carved with deep undercutting with cartouches enclosing
a figurative group engaged in various activities, reserved on a leafy
ground, 6 3/4 x 13 x 8 in.
$200-300
860.
Rosewood Table Screen with Jade Plaques, China, late 19th
century, inset with jade plaques dated from the Ming to Qing dynasty,
four of pale celadon color, carved in the shape of qilin, rams, makara,
and a boy holding a fish, respectively, four hemispherical jade of bright
green color, two agate plaques, and four hemispherical soapstones
(one missing), the screen intricately carved with flower scrolls overall, ht.
21 3/8, celadon jade plaques lg. 2 1/2, 2 5/8, 2 1/8, 2 in.
$400-600
861
861. 864.
Pair of Gilt-lacquered Wood Buddha, China, 18th century, each Wood Carving, China, carved as Shoulao riding on a deer, his right
figure of Buddha seated in dhyanasana pose, his closely fitted robe hand holding a staff suspending a double gourd, his left hand holding a
falling gracefully into folds, wearing large rosette earrings and beaded peach, accompanied by his attendant with a lotus spray, integral wood
necklace, gilt-lacquered surface, ht. 12 1/2 in. stand carved with pine leaves, ht. 13 3/8 in.
$1,000-1,500 $150-250
862. 865.
Root Carving, China, 19th century, vividly carved out of the natural Black Lacquered Guanyin, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), seated
shape of the root with Liu Hai teasing a toad with a cash coin, ht. 8 in. figure of Guanyin on a tall square pedestal, wood carving with traces of
$400-600 lacquered surface, ht. 12 1/2 in.
$200-300
863.
Burlwood Carving, China, 19th century, figure of Liu Hai leaping in joy 866.
while holding a lingzhi sprig, the stand in natural formation of the wood, Rosewood Carving, China, carved as seated figure of Li Tieguai, with
ht. 13 1/8 in. his right elbow resting on a stand, and his left hand holding a scroll, ht.
$150-250 9 in.
$300-500
863
864
865
862
866
877
875
874
879
876 878
867. 874.
Pair of Lacquered Wood Temple Tablets, China, 19th century, each Wood Brush Pot, China, 19th century, relief carving with deep
set on an elaborately carved gilt-lacquered stand, the tablets with plain undercutting with Shoulao and his attendant riding a water buffalo to
black lacquered surface to both sides, ht. 10 1/2, 9 3/4 in. one side, and an Immortal and attendant conversing to the other, the
$100-150 rocky landscape with pavilions, pine trees, and bamboo, ht. 4 1/2 in.
$300-500
868.
Gilt and Lacquered Wood Display Stand, China, late 19th/early 20th 875.
century, elongated hexagonal form, supported by foo dog feet, together Bamboo Libation Cup, China, 19th century, finely carved in the shape
with a gilt-lacquered wood figure of Guan Yu on horseback, ht. 8 1/2 in. of magnolia flowers with high relief carving of iris branches and buds
$100-150 around the sides, signature to one side, ht. 4 in.
$300-500
869.
Wood Box and Cover, China, carved in the shape of a melon borne 876.
on a leafy tendril, 4 3/4 x 3 1/4 in. Carved Sandalwood Carte-de-visite, China, early 20th century,
$150-200 elaborately carved in relief with Luohan amongst pavilions and trees, lg.
4 1/2, wd. 3 in.
$100-150
870.
Bamboo Brush Pot, China, Republican period, of cylindrical shape,
finely carved with chrysanthemum and iris branches to one side, and 877.
inscription applauding the virtue of the two plants to the other, ht. 5 5/8, Gourd Cricket Case, China, 19th century, gourd body with relief
dia. 3 3/4 in. decoration of plants growing from rockery, ivory lid carved in openwork
$300-400 with peony branches, lg. 6 1/8 in.
$300-400
871.
Bamboo Brush Pot, China, of cylindrical shape, carved with 878.
inscriptions, dated September in renzi year (1912), signed, black Gourd Cricket Case, China, 19th century, gourd body with relief
lacquered surface, ht. 5 1/4, dia. 2 3/4 in. decoration of figures traveling in a landscape, agate lid inset with
$300-500 soapstone openwork carving with dragons contending a precious pearl,
lg. 4 3/4 in.
$300-400
872.
Bamboo Brush Pot, China, 19th century, carved with inscriptions to
one side, signed “Zhu bin” (Zhao Qi), the other side with plum blossoms 879.
and bamboo, ht. 5 1/2, dia. 3 in. Bamboo Carving, China, 19th century, finely carved as a water coupe
$1,200-1,500 surround by peach branches as handles, the surface with pine and
orange skin-like texture, dia. 5 3/8, ht. 3 1/4 in.
$300-500
873.
Large Hardwood Brush Holder, China, of cylindrical form, with
undecorated natural wood surface, ht. 8 3/4, dia. 8 1/2 in.
$200-300
887 888
890
886 891
889
880. 884.
Jade and Ivory Opium Pipe, China, late 19th/early 20th century, the Four Brush Pots, China, three bamboo pots, one carved in relief with
pipe of celadon jade, the spout of ivory carved in a circular shape, the Immortals in a landscape with horses and pine trees, one with a Luohan
ivory opium holder carved in good humor as a clasped hand, lg. 15 5/8 seated on the ground, watching a wild goose flying by, inscriptions
in. to the reverse, one with a peony branch and inscriptions, together
$300-400 with a square pot inset with a carved wood figure of a boy holding an
auspicious object to each panel, ht. 5 3/4, 5 5/8, 5 7/8, 5 in.
$200-300
881.
Bamboo Skin Tea Caddy, China, 19th century, of faceted hexagonal
shape, carved to one side with a lone pine tree growing from a rock 885.
imitating ink painting, the reverse carved with inscription, signed “Men Burlwood Carving, China, vividly carved after the natural shape and
ren Cai Jin,” ht. 6 in. texture of the wood into a foo dog, ht. 14 1/4, lg. 16 in.
$100-150 $200-300
882. 886.
Soapstone and Wood Ruyi Scepter, China, carved wood handle inset Bamboo Wrist Rest, China, the slightly convex surface finely carved in
with soapstone plaques in the form of ruyi heads in various sizes, lg. 16 relief with Bodhidharma crossing a river on a straw, with billowy clouds
1/8 in. to the top, 9 1/4 x 2 1/2 in.
$100-150 $250-350
887.
883.
Inlaid Wood Brush Pot, China, 19th century, the cylindrical body inlaid
Zitan Guanyin, China, finely carved as the seated figure of Guanyin in
with mother-of-pearl, soapstone, turquoise, and bamboo skin, depicting
the royal ease pose, her robe with crisply carved folds falling into a wide
the Eight Taoist Immortals conversing in a landscape, Qianlong mother-
base, ht. 4 7/8 in.
of-pearl carved mark to the recessed foot, ht. 7 1/2, dia. 7 1/2 in.
$300-500
$400-600
889.
Bamboo Brush Pot, China, the cylindrical body carved in relief with
recluses resting under a pine tree in a rocky landscape, with inscription
to the reverse, dated a midsummer day in bingshen year, ht. 6, dia. 4
in.
$200-300
890.
Bamboo Brush Pot, China, the cylindrical body carved in relief with
Wang Xizhi watching geese while his attendants prepare ink on a
painting desk, with willow trees, ht. 6 1/4, dia. 4 3/4 in.
$200-300
891.
Bamboo Wrist Rest, China, early 20th century, carved with poetic
inscriptions, signature, and seal, lg. 9 7/8 in.
$300-500
892.
Hardwood Shou Lao, China, carved figure of Shou Lao riding on a
deer, carrying a staff suspending a double gourd on his back, and
holding a peach sprig in his right hand, the figurative group supported
by stand carved with ruyi heads and pine, ht. 12, 13 3/4 in. (with stand).
$200-300 899.
Bamboo Carving, China, finely carved as the seated figure of Guanyin
in the royal ease pose, with downcast eyes and benevolent expression,
893. ht. 10 1/4 in.
Bamboo Carving, China, carved with good humor as He-He er xian $2,000-2,500
group, one holding a box, the other a lotus sprig, with a toad to the
feet, ht. 6 1/2 in.
$600-800 900.
Pair of Bamboo Carvings, China, each carved as a wrathful Luohan,
one conquering a tiger, the other taming a dragon, ht. approx. 6 1/2 in.
894. $250-350
Two Wood Carvings, China, one carved as the standing figure of
Guanyin, the other as a seated Luohan, ht. 15, 8 1/2 in.
$200-300 901.
Musical Instrument, Japan, 19th century, Biwa with lacquered surface,
inlay of mother-of-pearl and an extensive inscription or poem in gold,
895. lg. 38 in.
Carved Wooden Shrine, China, 19th century, carved and painted $100-150
wood with Buddha flanked by apsara figures emanating from a pagoda
that is guarded by two earthly figures, approx. 24 x 12 in.
$300-500 902.
Large Cloisonné Enameled Censer, China, 19th century, of peach
shape and raised on four spherical gilt feet, the rounded body encircled
896. by bronze casting in relief of leafy tendrils bearing gilt small peaches,
Three Wood Ruyi Scepters, China, one with carved panels of a finely enameled with a multitude of flowers reserved on a green ground,
phoenix and dragon on its handle, and three inlaid jade plaques, one the domed lid in openwork design, Qianlong mark to the base, ht.
carved in the shape of a lotus seed pod borne on a stem, one as a ruyi approx. 19 1/2 in.
fungus sprig, lg. 15, 13 1/2, 11 1/2 in. $1,000-1,500
$100-150
903.
897. Cloisonné Enameled Porcelain Vase, China, 19th century, the ovoid
Pair of Bamboo Carvings, China, carved as two mythical animals with body and flaring mouth painted in enamels with butterflies amidst a
feathered wings and foo dog features, ht. 6 3/4 in. multitude of flowers, reserved on a turquoise ground, ht. 12 1/4 in.
$100-150 $200-250
898. 904.
Bamboo Carving, China, carved as a seated figure of a scholar leaning Pair of Large Cloisonné Enameled Vases, China, early 20th century,
against a rock, holding a book in his left hand and a scroll in his right, of hexagonal shape, each side decorated with antique objects on a
with benevolent expression, ht. 6 1/2 in. turquoise ground, between stylized dragon scroll borders, ht. 39 in.
$300-500 $2,000-4,000
909.
Jade Flowerpot in a Champlevé Enameled Planter, China, 19th
century, with chalcedony, semi-translucent white jade, and gray/
spinach green jade forming the flowers and the leaves, the branches
issuing from a rectangular celadon-white jade pot, further set in a
hexagonal planter finely and elaborately enameled with stylized lotus
blossoms borne on leafy meanders and inset with four pale celadon
jade plaques carved and pierced with a figurative group amidst flower
scrolls, supported on four ruyi shaped feet, Qianlong six-character mark
carved to the copper base, with stepped fitted rosewood stand, each
layer finely carved in openwork with cartouches enclosing classic scrolls
and auspicious symbols, ht. 10 3/4 (flowerpot), dia. 8, ht. 4 (champlevé
planter), overall ht. approx. 14 1/2 in.
$500-700
910.
Pair of Cloisonné Enameled Stem Cups, China, 19th century, each
cup finely enameled with stylized lotus flowers borne on leafy scrolls,
below a narrow band of ruyi collars, reserved on a turquoise ground,
gilding to the interior and the base, Qianlong carved mark to the rim of
the foot, ht. 3 5/8, dia. 3 7/8 in.
$400-600
911.
Cloisonné Enameled Planter, China, 19th century, of quatrefoil shape
supported on four ruyi feet, the exterior finely enameled with peony
branches reserved on a turquoise ground, ht. 4, 9 1/2 x 7 1/4 in.
$300-500
912.
Cloisonné Enameled Box and Cover, China, the cover with a roundel
enclosing two sinuous dragons chasing a flaming pearl, the sides finely
enameled with stylized lotus flowers borne on leafy meanders, reserved
on a turquoise ground, Qianlong mark to the base, ht. 2 1/2, dia. 3 3/4
in.
$150-200
905 913.
Pair of Cloisonné Enameled Bowls, China, 18th century, each deep
bowl finely enameled with stylized lotus flowers borne on intertwining
905. tendrils, Qianlong character carved mark to the base, dia. 4 7/8, ht. 2
Framed Cloisonné Enameled Panel, China, 19th century, enameled 1/8 in.
with a large shou character consisting of small shou characters of $2,000-3,000
various style, set on a turquoise ground with geometric pattern, 34 x 13
1/4 in.
$300-500 914.
Silver Pincushion, China, late 19th/early 20th century, supported on
four spherical feet, the sides with elegant repoussé design of peony
906. flowers, aubergine cushion top, 2 1/4 x 5 x 3 1/2 in.
White Brass Box and Cover, China, of square shape, the cover $200-300
carved with lengthy calligraphic inscriptions in standard script, dated a
winter month of bingyin year, ht. 1 7/8, 6 1/8 in. sq.
$200-300 915.
Jade Plaque, China, carved as cranes and a female nude, half
celadon, half russet color, wood stand, 4 x 3 in.
907. $200-300
Brass Box and Cover with Jade Plaque, China, of quatrefoil shape,
the cover inset with a 18th century pale celadon jade plaque carved in
relief with three of the Eight Buddhist Treasures, surrounded with finely 916.
chased designs of peony and lotus scrolls on the brass, the box chased Pair of Hardstone Flowerpots, China, 19th century, with jade, coral,
with panels of chickens amidst flower branches, ht. 4, jade, 4 1/2 x 2 chalcedony, turquoise, and tourmaline forming petals and leaves, the
in. flower branches issuing from cloisonné enameled planters, ht. 10 in.
$300-500 $300-500
907
908
909
911
913
910
912
925
924
926
917. 923.
Cloisonné Enameled Jar, China, finely enameled with stylized lotus Champlevé Enameled Lantern, Japan, late 19th/early 20th century,
flowers borne on leafy tendrils with various other views of lotuses, temple shaped, with floral decoration, (loss), ht. 16 in.
reserved on a turquoise ground, ht. approx. 6 in. $200-300
$300-500
924.
918. Large Cinnabar Circular Box and Cover, China, 19th century, the
Pair of Cloisonné Enameled Vases, China, 19th century, each cover finely carved in relief with a panel enclosing scholars gathering in
baluster vase finely enameled with peony, chrysanthemum, and a serene landscape with trees, rocks, and bridges, reserved on three
magnolia flowers and branches, reserved on a turquoise ground with different geometric patterned ground each representing water, ground,
gilt wire geometric design, the waisted neck decorated en suite above a and air, further encircled by cartouches of peony, magnolia, rose, and
band of plantain leaves, ht. 12 1/4 in. camellia braches alternating with stylized lotus scrolls to the sides, the
$300-500 box decorated en suite, dia. 10 1/4, ht. 5 in.
926.
921. Cinnabar Carved Box and Cover, China, 19th century, the surface
Three Champlevé Wares, China, a plate, a horse’s hoof vase, and a of the box and cover carved in relief with two spring hunting scenes in
circular box and cover decorated with floral scrolls, dia. 5 3/8, ht. 4 1/2, a rocky landscape, set against a ground with two types of geometric
dia. 2 1/4 in. patterns representing earth and sky respectively, ht. 2 3/4, dia. 6 3/4 in.
$200-300 $300-500
922. 927.
Three Cloisonné Vases, China, one of baluster shape, enameled in the Pair of Lacquered Wood Gourd Vases, China, 18th century, each
style of a blue and white ceramic vase, with dragons chasing a flaming octagonal lobed body supported by three small gourd-shaped feet and
pearl amidst stylized clouds, below a band of Indian lotus scrolls around curled leaves, petaled flaring mouth rim, green, red, and golden brown
the neck; together with a pair of enameled “mille fleurs” vases, ht. 9 lacquered surface, ht. 24 in.
1/8, 6 1/8 in. $500-700
$300-500
928
931
929
928. 935.
Buffalo Horn Cup, China, 19th century, the tall libation cup carved Powder Horn, Tibet, the horn mounted in silver and embellished in
in relief with Immortals and attendants in a rustic landscape, with ruyi coral and turquoise, with design of dragons and Buddhist treasures, lg.
clouds, gnarled pine trees, and auspicious animals, ht. 6 1/4 in. 11 1/4 in.
$200-300 $150-250
929. 936.
Tortoiseshell Box and Cover, China, 19th century, the cover and Two Trousses, China, 19th century, each lacquered and brass-
base of box intricately carved in relief with monks conversing in a mounted case holds a cutting knife with wood and horn hilt, and a pair
mountainous landscape with a pavilion and plantain trees nearby, ht. of ivory chopsticks, lg. 13, 14 in.
3/4, 2 3/8 x 3 1/8 in. $200-300
$100-200
937.
930. Powder Horn, Tibet, the horn mounted in silver and embellished
Rhinoceros Cup, China, 19th century, of conical shape with wide with coral and turquoise beads, with design of dragons and Buddhist
flaring sides, the exterior carved with scholars engaged in elegant treasures, lg. 13 in.
activities amidst a mountainous landscape with pavilions and pine trees, $400-600
wood stand carved in openwork with lotus panels, dia. 6 3/8, ht. 2 1/2
in.
$15,000-20,000 938.
Embroidered Robe, China, late 19th century, decorated with roundels
of Immortals amidst rose sprays on a blue ground.
931. $100-150
Coconut Cups, China, 19th century, four cups with silver lining
arranged in a nesting manner, the exterior of each finely carved with
flower and landscape scenes, the cover carved with a roundel of a 939.
stylized flower, ht. 3 in. Embroidered Robe, China, late 19th century, the jacket decorated
$60-80 with flower roundels and peony sprays on a turquoise ground, white silk
border with a multitude of flowers.
$100-150
932.
Buffalo Horn Beads, China, strand of beads with faceted sides, the
horn of warm amber color, lg. 49 in. 940.
$200-300 Phoenix Embroidery, China, 19th century, finely embroidered with two
phoenixes in flight, each holding a leafy branch in its mouth, reserved
on a yellow ground with cloud patterns, 80 x 38 1/2 in.
933.
Cinnabar Box, China, 19th century, of rectangular shape, the cover Provenance: “Gift of Miss F.D. McCormic” label to one corner.
carved in relief with a cartouche enclosing Immortals in a celestial $300-500
landscape, surrounded by flower scrolls on the sides, Qianlong mark
incised to the base, 5 3/8 x 3 3/4 x 2 1/8 in.
$300-500 941.
Dragon Embroidery, China, 19th century, the square panel finely
embroidered in golden thread with a fore-fronting dragon above two
934. dragons in profile, all amidst clouds and bats and above lishui patterns
Cinnabar Box, China, 19th century, circular shape, the cover carved to the bottom, reserved on a navy blue ground, 50 x 49 in.
with a scholar and his attendant paying a visit to two ladies, set in a
garden scene with rockery, plantain plants, and pine trees, copper Provenance: “Gift of Miss F.D. McCormic” label to one corner.
mounted rims, dia. 4 3/4, ht. 2 3/4 in. $300-500
$100-150
942.
Pair of Large Embroideries, China, 18th/early 19th century, each finely embroidered with phoenix,
peacock, crane, butterfly, and a variety of other birds amidst peony and prunus blossoms, reserved on a
pale apricot ground, 128 x 46 in.
$20,000-30,000
943. 946.
Embroidered Thangka, Sino-Tibetan, 19th century, with a Tantric Embroidered Vest, China, 19th century, lady’s court jacket embellished
figure seated in dhyanasana pose on a lotus throne, flanked by with floral scrolls.
Bodhisattva to the sides and the top, in a celestial landscape, 40 x 28 $300-500
(image), 59 x 37 in. (panel).
$800-1,200
947.
Embroidered Lady’s Surcoat, China, 19th century, with roundels of
cranes and bats in a celestial landscape, above lishui and wave patterns
944. to the bottom, yellow silk cuffs embellished with butterflies and peonies.
Embroidered Panel, China, 19th century, with Manjusri seated in $300-500
dhyanasana pose atop a stand supported by a foo dog, with flame-like
aureole behind him, and further surrounded by clouds and waves, 55 x
30 (image), 64 x 41 1/2 in. (with borders). 948.
$4,000-6,000 Embroidered Robe, China, late 19th century, decoration of roundels of
cranes next to pavilions in a celestial landscape, flower sprays and other
auspicious symbols on a creamy white ground.
$300-500
945.
Embroidered Banner, China, with a battle scene on a yellow ground,
inscriptions in golden threads to the top, with peach, Buddha’s hand 949.
citron, and pomegranate to the black borders, 31 x 36 in. Pair of Embroidered Hanging Panels, China, late 18th/early 19th
$200-300 century, each finely embroidered with antique objects and plum flowers
on a yellow ground, with bats and flower design to the borders, 61 x 24
1/2 in.
$400-600
953
950. 952.
Lot of Five Textiles, China, late 19th/early 20th century, a rectangular Kesi Dragon Robe, China, 18th century, with dragons, bats, and
panel with dragons, a square kesi panel with dragon and phoenix, shuangxi characters amidst clouds interspersed with the Eight Buddhist
a child’s red surcoat and green pants, an long piece of fabric Treasures, above lishui, wave, and rock patterns to the bottom, all set
embroidered with butterflies and flowers. on a blue ground.
$200-300 $800-1,000
951. 953.
Lot of Four Textiles, China, 19th century, a wool vest with silk lining, a Kesi Dragon Robe, China, 18th century, with fore-fronting dragons
rectangular embroidered panel, a panel decorated with two shades of chasing flaming pearls on a navy blue ground.
black with figures in pavilions, and a black hanging top. $800-1,000
$200-300
955
954. 955.
Kesi Female Robe, China, 18th century, with roundels of dragon, twin Kesi Dragon Robe, China, 18th century, with dragon, bats, and the
fish, peach, and bats circling a lantern, lishui and rocky wave patterns Eight Buddhist Treasures amidst clouds, above lishui and rocky wave
to the bottom, all set on a red ground. patterns to the bottom, on an orange ground.
$800-1,000 $800-1,000
957
956. 957.
Dragon Robe, China, late 19th century, with dragons and bats amidst Large Kesi Dragon Panel, China, 19th century, with nine sinuous
flaming clouds, on an orange-brown ground, above lishui and rock dragons in gilt threads amidst flaming pearls and clouds, above rock
patterns to the bottom. and wave patterns to the bottom, on a yellow ground, 60 x 52 in.
$200-300 $300-500
958
960 (partial)
958. 959.
Kesi Panel, China, 19th century, mounted in hanging scroll format, with Kesi Robe, China, 19th century, summer robe with kesi badges
birds and prunus blossoms motif, 43 x 19 1/2 in. displaying qilin symbolizing first-rank military official’s insignia, on a
$300-500 purple kesi ground with peony sprays.
$400-600
962 (partial)
960. 962.
Lot of Tibetan Sutra, Tibet, 19th century, twenty-two rectangular Large Brocade Panel, China, 19th century, finely decorated with
panels of calligraphy embroidered on silk, twenty-four panels of cartouches of flowers, reserved on a yellow ground, with “Si shi qi chen
calligraphy flanked by Buddhist images reserved on yellow silk ground, zao zhi Jiangnan” to the bottom, 390 1/2 x 27 in.
and a square silk wrapping cloth embroidered with double vajra, 5 x 14 $400-600
1/2, 26 1/2 in. sq.
$400-600
962A.
Dragon Seat Cushion, China, 17th/18th century, both sides of kesi
961. panels with nine sinuous dragons, with one fore-fronting dragon in the
Kesi Dragon Panel, China, 19th century, with dragon and phoenix center surrounded by eight others in various attitudes, all amidst clouds,
amidst peony scrolls and flaming clouds, set on an imperial yellow bats, and Buddhist treasures, above rock and crashing wave patterns,
ground, “Zhengyuan yu shui tao zhuang duan” to the bottom, 120 x 30 reserved on an imperial yellow ground, 33 x 30 in.
1/2 in. $500-700
$500-700
965
963. 966.
Two Decorated Saris, India, both diaphanous, one with golden thread Embroidered Panel, China, with seated figure of Guan Yu in a green
decoration of floral and leafy scrolls on a green and pink ground, the winter robe, inscriptions to the top, all on a yellow silk ground, 30 x 13
other on a burgundy red ground. 1/2 in.
$300-500 $200-300
964. 967.
Two Rank Badges, China, 19th century, each displaying a silver Rank Badge Robe, China, late 19th century, with a square rank badge
pheasant symbolizing fifth-rank civil official’s insignia, 11 x 11 1/2 in. to the front and the back embroidered with silver pheasant symbolizing
$100-150 fifth-rank civil official’s insignia, surrounded by phoenixes amongst
peony scrolls and dragons amidst clouds, lishui pattern and tassels to
the bottom.
965. $300-500
Kesi Thangka, Sino-Tibetan, 19th century, seated figure of Buddha
with aureole to his back, 34 x 27 in.
$500-700 968.
Embroidered Robe, China, late 19th century, finely embellished with
roundels of bats and floral scrolls amidst flower and fruit sprays, all set
on a navy blue ground.
$300-500
969. 971.
Gilt-bronze Bodhisattva, China, Ming dynasty, Yongle period (1403- Gilt-bronze Kubera, Tibet, 19th century, seated in lalitasana pose atop
1425), the figure of Manjusri seated in the royal ease pose atop a a dragon on a lotus throne, with a mouse on the stand, ht. 7 3/4 in.
double-lotus throne, both hands in Bhumisparsa mudra holding the $1,000-1,500
end of a lotus stem rising to his sides, one supporting a ewer and the
other a bird, wearing a closely fitted diaphanous robe embellished
with beaded jewelry, the crisply cast folds draping from both legs
and extending over the edge of the throne, the Bodhisattva wearing 972.
a five-crested crown and large elaborately cast rosette earrings, with Gilt-bronze Manjusri, Tibet, 18th century, the four-armed divinity
benevolent expression, ht. 13 3/4 in. See back cover for larger view seated in dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, each hand
$10,000-15,000 holding a different tantric weapon including a sword, a noose, a book,
and a lance, his close-fitting dhoti with finely incised foliate patterns,
wearing a crested crown and large rosette earrings, flame-like aureole,
Lots 970-978 - Annelise Freiheit Collection and in a private ht. 8 1/2 in.
collection since. $3,000-5,000
970.
Gilt-bronze Yidam Chakrasamvara Yab-yum Group, Tibet, 18th
century, stepping to right in alidhasana on reclining figures atop a lotus 973.
stand, his primary hands in vajrahumkara mudra, holding his consort in Gilt-bronze Kubera, Sino-Tibetan, 18th/19th century, seated side-
yab-yum, with his remaining hands radiating around him and holding a saddle on the back of a foo dog further mounted on a lotus throne,
host of attributes including the karttrka and kapala, both figures wearing holding a mouse in his left hand, wearing a windswept sash and foliate
beaded festoons and crowns, ht. 12 3/4 in. crown, ht. 7 1/4 in.
$1,000-1,500
Note: Annelise Freiheit collected Tibetan bronzes inspired by a meeting
with the Dalai Lama. Her collection was mainly acquired during her
travels in Nepal and Southeast Asia around the 1970s and 80s when
many bronzes went to market after the Cultural Revolution in China.
$3,000-5,000
971 972
973
974.
Gilt-bronze Ekavira, Tibet, 18th/19th century, stepping to
left in alidhasana on reclining figures atop a lotus stand, the
four-headed ten-armed divinity with all hands emanating
from his sides holding a host of attributes, wearing a horse-
974 head headpiece, ht. 12 1/4 in.
$3,000-5,000
975.
Gilt-bronze Mahakala Yab-yum Group, Tibet, 18th/19th
century, stepping to left in pratyalidhasana on reclining
figures atop a lotus stand, the six-armed divinity embracing
his consort in yab-yum with his primary arms, wearing scull
crowns on each of his three heads, his hair in a towering
mass of stylized flames pigmented orange-red, ht. 8 1/4 in.
$1,000-1,500
976.
Gilt-bronze Vairocana, Tibet, 18th/19th century, seated
in dhyanasana pose atop a lotus throne, the six-armed
divinity with his primary hands in dharmacakra mudra, his
lower right hand in varada mudra, and the remaining hands
holding a lotus, ewer, and sword, his close-fitting dhoti with
finely incised patterns, wearing a foliate crown, ht. 8 1/2 in.
$1,000-1,500
977.
Gilt-bronze Yamataka Yab-yum Group, Tibet, 19th
century, stepping to left in alidhasana on reclining figures
atop a lotus stand, the nine-headed twenty-handed
wrathful deity embracing his consort in yab-yum with his
primary hands while holding karttrka and kapala, his other
hands emanating around him and holding a host of other
attributes, ht. 8 1/2 in.
$1,000-1,500
976
975
977
979
978
978.
Gilt-bronze Avalokiteshvara, Sino-Tibetan, 18th century, the eleven-
headed thousand-armed divinity standing in samapada atop a double
lotus throne, his primary hands in namaskara mudra, his lower right 980
hand in varada mudra, four of his remaining hands holding kalasa, capa,
mala, and padma, the other arms radiating around him symbolizing
the thousand arms, nine of his eleven heads with serene expression
wearing a crested tiara, the tenth head of a wrathful Dharmapala with
five-skull diadem, surmounted by the head of Amitabha Buddha, ht. 22
3/4 in. See inside back cover for larger image
$6,000-8,000
979.
Large Jadeite Plate, China, 19th century, semi-translucent apple green
stone with bright markings and lavender areas, the exterior with a spot
of orange-brown jade skin, Hongmu display stand, dia. 13 3/8 in.
$2,000-3,000
980.
Large Jadeite Covered Vase, China, of flattened square hu shape,
raised on a pedestal foot, each side carved in relief with a wide band
of kui dragons, above a narrow band of cicada blades, flanked by
classic scroll lugs, the waisted neck flanked by dragon-head lugs with
pendants, the domed cover surmounted by a coiling dragon, the stone
of semi-translucent white and emerald green color with minor russet
markings, ht. 13 3/4 in.
$3,000-5,000
981.
Jade Vase, China, Ming dynasty, 17th century, of archaic drinking vessel gu shape, carved in low relief with stylized taotie
masks, separated by notched flanges, the stone of gray-white color with artificial tiny black holes simulating archaic style,
ht. 7 1/8 in.
N.B. See Chinese Jade (Victoria & Albert Museum Far Eastern Series), by Ming Wilson, p. 110.
$800-1,200
981
983
985
984
982
982. 988.
Jade Water Coupe, China, finely carved as a double-well water coupe Three Hardstone Carvings, China, one carved as duck holding a lotus
bound by a monkey to one side and leafy tendrils to the other, the sprig in its mouth, together with a pair of jade foo dog pendant, the
stone of semi-translucent pale celadon color, lg. 3 5/8 in. stone of celadon color, 4 1/8 x 5 1/2, lg. 1 3/4 in.
$300-400 $100-150
983. 989.
Jade Brush Washer, China, 19th century, carved as two connected Three Jade Pendants, stones of green, gray-green, and gray color;
lotus leaves, set on a brass mount, the jade of emerald green color with carving of a tiger, double gourd, and chih lung, each approx. lg. 2 in.
russet, dark green, and lavender inclusions, lg. 6 in. $100-200
$200-300
990.
984. Jade Carving, China, carved as a water buffalo drinking water from
Jade Inkwell, China, 18th century, finely carved with a chilong holding a stream, supporting a child on his back who is holding lingzhi sprigs,
a lingzhi sprig while traveling along each rounded edge, well-hollowed
a small buffalo underneath, the jade of semi-translucent celadon color
ink well, the jade of softly polished even pale celadon color with minor
with dark mottling, ht. 3 3/4, lg. 4 3/4 in.
russet streaking, 5 1/8 x 2 3/8 in.
$2,000-2,500
$600-800
985. 991.
Square Jade Planter, China, 19th century, archaic style, the galleried Jade Carving, China, carved as two birds perched on a lotus leaf,
mouth rim with incised key-fret borders, the jade of gray-white color holding the stems in their mouths, the jade of highly polished pale
with dark russet markings, wood stand, lg. 2 3/8, ht. 1 in. celadon color, lg. 2 7/8 in.
$200-300 $200-300
986. 992.
Jade Carving, China, early 20th century, carved as two female Jade Hook, China, finely carved with a dragon’s head and a classic
Immortals each holding a lingzhi sprig, the jade of spinach green color scroll to each end, the curved surface with high relief carving of a
with russet markings, ht. 3 3/4 in. chilong, the stone of semi-translucent white color, lg. 3 5/8 in.
$100-150 $200-300
987. 993.
Pair of Jade Covered Jars, China, early 20th century, each of archaic Jade Pendant, China, carved as a duck holding a lotus sprig in its
drinking vessel hu shape, carved in medium relief with stylized taotie mouth, with a youngling on its back, the jade of highly polished pale
masks, below a band of leafy blades design, and three elephant-head celadon color, lg. 2 1/8 in.
lugs suspending jump rings, the jade of spinach green color, with $200-300
covers, ht. 4 3/8 in.
$100-150
997
995
998
994. 1000.
Jade Carving, China, 19th century, carved as twin fish supporting a Jade Pendant, China, consisting of two rings each suspending a small
ruyi scepter attached with a pendant, the stone of semi-translucent jade buckle carved and pierced with children in play, the third buckle
celadon-white color, wood stand carved with prunus flowers, lg. 5 5/8 suspended from a butterfly-shaped jade pendant, the stone of semi-
in. translucent white color.
$300-500 $200-300
995. 1001.
Two Jadeite Items, China, a plum holder and a large ring, the stone of Jade Pendant, China, of rectangular shape, plain surface to both sides,
translucent apple green and gray-white color, lg. 4 1/8, dia. 2 in. surmounted by low relief carving of confronting chi dragons, the stone
$300-400 of white color, 2 1/8 x 1 3/8 in.
$200-300
996.
Tourmaline Pendant, China, 19th century, carved in the shape of 1002.
bamboo joints, secured with a carved coral bead, lg. 1 3/4 in. Two Jade Carvings, China, a rectangular plaque carved and pierced
$200-300 in openwork design with boys amidst birds and flowers, the stone of
celadon color; and a carving with chi dragon and lingzhi sprigs, the
stone of semi-translucent celadon color with russet skin, 2 1/8 x 1 5/8,
997. lg. 2 in.
Smoky Quartz Pendant, China, 19th century, the front finely carved $200-300
in relief with an Immortal receiving a peach offered by a small monkey
in a mountainous landscape setting, the reverse with incised and gilt
inscriptions, one seal, 2 1/8 x 1 1/2 in. 1003.
$200-300 Jade Pendant, China, of rectangular shape, carved in low relief with
Shou Lao under a pine tree, accompanied by a crane to one side, and
inscriptions to the other, confronting dragons in openwork to the top
998. border, the stone of white color with slight yellow tint, 2 5/8 x 1 5/8 in.
Two Jadeite Items, China, a plum holder and a cylindrical pendant, the $150-250
stone of translucent emerald green and white color, lg. 4 5/8, 3 3/8 in.
$300-400
1004.
Jade Carving, China, carved as a sleeping boy reclining against a sack,
999. accompanied by a foo dog, the stone of gray color with dark markings,
Four Jade Carvings, China, 19th century, a celadon pendant carved lg. 2 7/8 in.
into a butterfly, a gray-white jade plaque carved and pierced with a $150-250
pheasant amidst flower scrolls, a pale celadon circular pendant carved
with flower motif, a white jade pendant in double wheel shape, 3 3/8 x
2 3/8, 2 3/8 x 2 1/2, 2 1/4, 2 1/8 in. 1005.
$200-300 Jade Carving, China, carved as a rooster perched on a rock, the stone
of pale celadon color, wood stand, ht. 6 1/8 in.
$150-200
1009
1010
1007
1007
1006. 1011A.
Jade Carving, China, carved as the standing figure of Maitreya in front Jade Carving, China, finely carved in openwork as two boys clinging to
of lingzhi branches, accompanied by dragon and chilong, the stone of each end of an enormous lingzhi branch, the jade of pale celadon color,
semi-translucent pale celadon color with some russet skin, wood stand, lg. 5 in.
ht. 4 1/4 in. $300-500
$150-200
1012.
1007. Jade Bi, China, archaic style, the circular surface carved with tightly-
Pair of Jadeite Boxes, China, 19th century, the covers carved in relief packed archaic scrolls, the jade of pale celadon color with russet
with a boy and a water buffalo in a rustic landscape, key-fret borders markings and some opaque encrustation, dia. 2 3/8 in.
around the rims, and a band of chrysanthemum petal lappets above $300-500
the foot, the stone of highly translucent celadon-white color with apple
green markings, ht. 1 1/8, dia. 2 in.
$500-700 1013.
Pair of Jade Plaques, China, c. 1900, carved in the form of an archaic
jade huang, with addorsing dragons to the ends and bosses to both
sides, the stone of celadon color with opaque oxidation, lg. 5 1/4 in.
1008.
$500-700
Jade Plaque, China, 19th century, relief carving of a recluse traveling
in a mountainous landscape, the reverse incised with orchid plants, the
jade of pale celadon color, display wood stand, dia. 3 1/4 in.
1014.
$200-300 Jade Bi, China, archaic style, carved in high relief with three chi
dragons traveling along the circular surface of the bi, with boss designs
to the other side, the jade of pale russet color with dark markings, dia.
1009. 5 1/8 in.
Jade Plaque, China, early 20th century, square plaque carved in relief $500-700
with a foo dog riding on lingzhi sprigs to one side, and a pair mandarin
ducks in a lotus pond to the other, arched confronting chilong border to
the top, the stone of semi-transparent white and apple green color, lg. 1015.
4 x 2 7/8 in. Jade Pendant, China, carved as a Chinese cabbage, the stone of pale
$200-300 lavender color with apple green markings, lg. 2 1/2 in.
$200-300
1010.
Jade Cup, China, 19th century, the ovoid sides finely carved in medium 1016.
relief with the body of a dragon traveling amidst ruyi clouds, the Jade Bi Pendant, China, of circular shape with a round perforation in
dragon’s head forming the handle, the jade of semi-translucent emerald the middle, the stone of semi-translucent emerald green color, dia. 1
green color, ht. 1 3/8, lg. 4 3/8 in. 3/8 in.
$400-600 $100-150
1011. 1017.
Jade Carving, China, carved in openwork design imitating a scholar’s Jade Scabbard Slide, China, Warring States style, of rectangular
rock, the jade of gray-celadon color, ht. 5 1/8 in. shape, the curved top carved with angular scrolls, pale celadon color
$400-600 with russet markings, 1 7/8 x 1 1/8 in.
$300-400
1018
1017
1027
1028
1029
1026
1019. 1025.
Pair of Jade Scabbard Slides, China, Warring States style, of Jade Horse, China, carved as recumbent horse with two colts, the
rectangular shape, the surface carved with angular scrolls, pale celadon stone of celadon color, lg. 4 1/2, ht. 2 3/4 in.
color with russet markings, lg. 3 1/2 in. $200-300
$300-500
1026.
1020. Jade Water Coupe, China, 19th century, finely carved with the sides
curved in to a cross-shaped opening to the top imitating a lotus leaf,
Two Jade Pendants, China, one carved in relief with the God of
the jade of translucent white color with some opaque streaking, dia. 2
Wealth, the other with Mi Lo Buddha with lingzhi sprig and a bat, the
1/2 in.
stone of translucent apple green color, 1 7/8 x 1 3/8, 2 x 1 5/8 in.
$300-500
$150-200
1027.
1021. Three Jade Carvings, China, 19th century, each carved as a standing
Jade Bracelet, China, Neolithic style, opaque buff color with ivory figure of a boy carrying an auspicious object on his back, the jade of
mottling, dia. 3 in. semi-translucent pale celadon color, individual wood stands, lg. to
$300-400 2 1/2 in.
$300-500
1022.
Jade Disk, China, the circular disk carved and pierced with five bats 1028.
flying amidst prunus branches, the stone of gray-celadon color with Jade Pebble, China, carved in openwork to the front side with fish
dark markings, dia. 5 1/2 in. leaping from waves amidst lotus plants, lingzhi heads to the other side,
$200-300 the stone of semi-translucent white color with russet markings, lg. 2 5/8
in.
$250-350
1023.
Jade Disk, China, in the shape of a double gourd, intricately carved
and pierced with dragons striding amidst flower branches, the stone of 1029.
gray-celadon color with dark markings, lg. 7 1/4 in. Jade Pendant, China, finely carved as persimmon, lychee, and lingzhi
$200-300 sprig, the stone of white color with some opaque mottling, lg. 1 7/8 in.
$300-500
1030
1031
1031. 1032.
Large Lapis Lazuli Carving, China, 19th century, carved as a Spinach Jade Seven Treasures, China, 19th century, carving of
recumbent horse with its head turned towards the back, its legs tucked a flaming pearl, beribboned sack, elephant, horse, Avalokiteshvara,
underneath and bushy tail to the side, wood stand, lg. 17, ht. 10 1/2 in. civil official, and military official, all with fine incised patterns and
$1,000-1,200 semiprecious beads, each supported on a elaborately carved and
pierced zitan stand with dyed ivory balustrades, inset with small gray-
white jade plaques along the sides, and a circular white jade plaque
carved with cloud patterns to the top, ht. approx. 11 1/2 in.
$3,000-5,000
1032
1033 1037.
Two Jade Carvings, China, one carved as a recumbent horse, highly
polished semi-translucent white jade with russet markings; the other
carved in openwork with cranes resting beneath lotus leaves, gray-white
and celadon jade, lg. 2 1/4, 2 3/8 in.
$200-300
1038.
Jade Pendant, China, of rectangular shape, finely carved with a scholar
and his attendant outside a pavilion, the reverse with inscriptions,
signed “Zi Gang,” archaic dragon borders, the jade of celadon color, 2
3/4 x 1 3/4 in.
$150-200
1039.
Two Jade Carvings, China, carved as a recumbent ram and a horse,
the stone of yellow-green color with russet markings, the other of gray-
celadon color, lg. 3 5/8, 3 3/4 in.
$200-250
1040.
Jade Carving, China, carved as a recumbent horse with its legs tucked
underneath, its head turned backwards, the stone of pale celadon
color, lg. 3 1/2, ht. 2 3/4 in.
$200-250
1041.
Jade Pendant, China, of oval shape, finely carved in low relief with a
boy playing in a celestial landscape, with a fu (happiness) character to
the reverse side, the top and bottom border carved with wave designs,
the jade of pale celadon color, the string secured by a spinach green
bead, lg. 1 5/8 in.
$500-700
1042.
Jade Pendant, China, Qianlong-style, of round shape, finely carved in
low relief with chi dragons around the borders encircling the cartouche
in the center, with “zhen shang” (cherish and appreciate) carved to one
1033. side, and “wen wan” (scholar’s play object) to the other, the jade of
White Jade Plaque, China, 19th century, the circular disk finely carved yellow color, 2 x 1 7/8 in.
in medium relief with a boatman sailing on a stream, with mandarin $3,000-5,000
ducks and wild geese passing by, precipitous cliff to the side, the
reverse with plain surface, the jade of semi-translucent white color with
1043.
a few natural fissures, display wood stand carved with intertwining
Jade Buckle, China, carved and pierced as two chilong contending a
chilong, dia. 7 in.
flaming pearl, the stone of gray-celadon color, lg. 2 3/8 in.
$1,000-1,500
$250-350
1034. 1044.
Jade Carving, China, pale celadon jade Guanyin seated on a double- Jade Pendant, China, 19th century, of triangular blade shape, the top
lotus throne, enclosed in a wood shrine, ht. 2 7/8, 4 7/8 in. (with shrine). section carved in relief with an intertwining chilong group, the reverse
$200-300 with a stylized taotie mask and archaic scroll heads, perforated center,
the stone of semi-translucent yellow color, 1 7/8 x 1 1/8 in.
$700-900
1035.
Two Jade Items, China, both of cylindrical shape with hollowed
interior, one of semi-translucent white and emerald green color, the 1045.
other of gray-white color, lg. 2 3/8, 3 in. Jade Pendant, China, carved as a dragon atop a bi with boss designs,
$100-150 with another dragon fit in the middle perforation of the bi, the jade of
gray-white color, lg. 2 1/2, wd. 1 5/8 in.
$200-300
1036.
Jade Pendant, China, carved with an Immortal and attendant beneath
a pine tree to one side, inscriptions to the other, the stone of celadon 1046.
color, 3 3/8 x 1 1/4 in. Two Jade Bracelets, China, one of translucent emerald green, the
$200-300 other of translucent white and emerald green with spinach green
markings, dia. 2 3/4 in.
$150-200
1044
1041
1045
1043
1047. 1052.
Rosary, China, wood beaded rosary interspersed with agate, carnelian, Jade Carving, China, carved in high relief as a frog sitting on a lotus
jade, glass, and ivory beads, lg. 24 1/4 in. leaf, facing a huge lotus seed pod, the stone of celadon color, lg. 5 1/8
$200-300 in.
$200-300
1048.
Two Jade Bracelets, China, archaic-style bracelets, one carved with 1053.
kui dragons, the stone of gray and celadon color, dia. 3 3/8, 3 1/2 in. Jade Carving, China, carved as children playing atop a goose, with
$600-800 a small goose holding a lingzhi sprig in its mouth, the jade of yellow-
celadon color, ht. 4 7/8, lg. 5 in.
$200-300
1049.
Ten Jade Pendants, China, 19th/early 20th century, three circular
celadon jade plaques, a pale celadon pendant in the shape of a bat 1054.
suspending a shuang xi character, a large green and white pendant Jade Elephant, China, carved as a boy riding on a caparisoned
carved with bats and peaches and auspicious characters, three white elephant, the stone of celadon color with russet markings and dark
jade plaques, an ovoid jadeite pendant, and a yellow-green pendant mottling, lg. 3 1/2, ht. 2 3/4 in.
carved and pierced with prunus branches, lg. 2 1/4, 2, 2 1/8, 3, 3, 2 $200-300
1/8, 2 1/2, 4 1/4, 1 5/8, 2 in.
$1,000-1,500
1055.
Jade Carving, China, carved as a boy climbing atop an elephant,
1050. holding a tablet of “Ping An Ji Xiang” (Security and Prosperity) in his
Jade Vase, China, the flattened hu-shaped body carved in relief with hand, the stone of white color with some yellow markings, ht. 4, lg. 3
a band of stylized of taotie masks, flanked by foo dog mask lugs 1/4 in.
suspending loose rings, the domed cover with a finial of addorsing $200-300
dragons (loss), the stone of mossy spinach green color with white and
apple green mottling, ht. 6 1/2 in.
$250-350 1056.
Jade Plaque, China, of rectangular shape, carved in low relief with twin
boys playing with a butterfly, the reverse with calligraphic inscriptions,
1051. the stone of highly polished semi-translucent celadon-white color, 2 1/4
Jade Rooster Group, China, finely carved as rooster with chickens x 1 1/2 in.
resting amidst flower branches, the stone of white color with emerald $200-300
green and russet markings, carved wood stand, lg. 9 3/4, ht. 8 in.
$200-300
1057
1061
1056
1060
1058
1057. 1062.
Jade Plaque, China, 19th century, finely carved in low relief with a Jade Elephant, China, carved as a boy riding a caparisoned elephant,
boating scene, the reverse with characters “Ji Xiang Ru Yi” (May all your the stone of celadon color with russet markings and dark mottling, lg. 3
wishes come true), addorsing chilong to the top border, the stone of 1/2, ht. 2 3/4 in.
semi-translucent celadon-white color, 2 x 1 1/2 in. $200-300
$200-300
1063.
1058. Jade Guanyin, China, carved as Guanyin seated in lalitasana pose on
Jade Plaque, China, of rectangular shape, carved in low relief with a lotus throne, holding a lingzhi sprig in her right arm, with an aureole to
an Immortal on the terrace of a pavilion, the reverse with calligraphic her back, the stone of pale celadon color, ht. 5 3/4 in.
inscriptions, the stone of highly polished semi-translucent celadon-white $200-300
color, 2 5/8 x 1 3/4 in.
$200-300
1064.
Jade Carving, carved as a recumbent dog with its head turned
1059. towards the back, the stone of celadon color, lg. 3 1/4 in.
Jade Plaque, China, of rectangular shape, carved in low relief with $100-150
a panel enclosing a scholar standing beneath a pine tree while his
attendant fishes in a pond, the reverse with calligraphic inscriptions, the
stone of semi-translucent pale celadon color, 2 3/8 x 1 1/2 in. 1065.
$200-300 Jade Carving, China, carved as a fish on a lotus leaf, the stone of
celadon color, lg. 2 1/4 in.
$100-150
1060.
Jade Plaque, China, of rectangular shape, carved in low relief with an
Immortal accompanied by a tame tiger and feeding a bird, the reverse 1066.
with calligraphic inscriptions, the stone of semi-translucent celadon- Jade Carving, China, carved as the seated figure of Mile Buddha, high
white color, 2 1/8 x 1 3/8 in. relief carving of chilong to his back, incorporating the gray area of the
$200-300 pale gray-white stone, wood stand, ht. 1 5/8 in.
$700-900
1061.
Jade Pendant, China, of rectangular shape, carved in relief with a 1067.
dragon to the front, and characters “Jin long xian rui” (golden dragon Jade Carving, China, 19th century, carved as a recumbent bixie with
bringing fortune) to the reverse, the stone of white color, 2 1/4 x 1 1/4 its head turned back, the stone of gray-celadon color with russet
in. markings, lg. 2 1/2 in.
$150-250 $400-600
1070
1069
1068
1068. 1074.
Jade Carving, China, 19th century, carved as a standing boy holding Jade Carving, China, carved in the shape of an inkstone, the stone of
a ruyi sprig to his back, the stone of pale celadon color with russet yellow-celadon color, lg. 3 1/8 in.
markings, lg. 2 1/8 in. $100-150
$400-600
1075.
1069. Jade Buckle, carved as a small monkey playing with a recumbent
Jade Carving, China, carved as a standing boy holding a lingzhi sprig horse, the stone of pale celadon color, lg. 3 1/8 in.
to his right, the stone of highly polished semi-translucent white color, lg. $100-150
2 5/8 in.
$200-300
1076.
Jade Water Coupe, China, depicting a curled lotus leaf with high relief
1070. carving of lotus blooms and seed pods, the jade of gray-celadon color,
Jade Pendant, China, finely carved as a double gourd borne on leafy lg. 3 7/8, ht. 1 1/4 in.
tendril with a bat to the back, the stone of gray-white color, lg. 2 in. $100-150
$300-500
1077.
1071. Jade Carving, carved as a recumbent ram, the stone of gray-celadon
Jade Carving, China, oval shape, carved as a crane, the stone of color with dark mottling, lg. 3 1/8 in.
celadon color, lg. 2 5/8 in. $100-150
$100-150
1078.
1072. Jade Buckle, China, carved in high relief with cranes in flight, the stone
Jade Plaque, China, one side carved with a pomegranate branch, and of pale celadon color with dark markings, lg. 2 7/8 in.
the other with a bat and cash coin string, openwork carving with scroll $100-150
borders, the stone of pale celadon color, 2 3/4 x 1 7/8 in.
$100-150
1079.
Jade Garment Hook, the top section carved as the head of a mythical
1073. animal, the stone of celadon color, lg. 6 in.
Jade Pendant, carving of a leaping fish carrying a lotus leaf on its $100-150
back, the stone of pale celadon color, lg. 3 in.
$100-150
1080.
Ivory Carving, India, carved as a dancing woman wearing an elaborate
headpiece, jewels, and tassels, wood stand, ht. 12, 16 in. (with stand).
$100-150
1081
1084
1083
1086
1087
1085
1081. 1084.
White Glazed Ewer, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), the rounded White Glazed Ewer, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), the tall rounded
body set with a tall double-strap handle, cylindrical neck, and short shoulder with a short spout and a strap handle, covered with creamy
spout, covered overall with an ivory-tone transparent glaze, ht. 6 1/2 in. white glaze with emerald green slashed areas, ht. 6 1/2 in.
$400-600 $200-300
1082. 1085.
White Glazed Ewer, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), the tall rounded Baisheyao Bowl, China, Jin dynasty (1115-1234), the rounded body
shoulder with a short spout and a loop handle with fluted design on its with a stepped rim, the interior with a reserved design of plum branches
flat surface, the body covered with creamy white glaze with emerald set against a crescent moon, covered with a clear glaze with pale bluish
green slashed areas, ht. 9 1/4 in. tinge, dia. 1 3/4, dia. 4 3/8 in.
$300-500 $300-500
1083. 1086.
Qingbai Ewer, China, Northern Song dynasty (960-1127), the rounded Rare Cizhou Jar, China, Song dynasty (960-1279), the ovoid body
body with lobed design imitating a melon, with a small loop handle painted in dark brown with florets alternating with vertical lines, flanked
molded into a leafy sprig, covered overall with a clear glaze with blue by short strap lug handles, covered with a clear glaze, ht. 5 3/4 in.
tinge, ht. 3 3/8 in. $400-600
$300-500
1088
1090
1089
1091
1092
1093
1089. 1092.
Jizhou “Tortoiseshell” Glazed Jar, China, Song dynasty (960-1279), Green Glazed Brazier, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), the cylindrical
the rounded body with a short neck flanked by strap lugs, covered body supported on tripod feet each molded into a standing lion, with
overall with a dark brown glaze in contrast with buff-colored splashes, broad everted petaled rim, the body carved with simple design of bow
ht. 5 1/4 in. strings, covered overall with green glaze, ht. 4, dia. 7 1/4 in.
$500-700 $300-500
1090. 1093.
Henan Black Glazed Ewer, China, Song/Jin dynasty, 10th-13th Green Glazed Lamp and Stand, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), the
century, the ovoid body rising to a short neck set with a strap handle, rounded upper section set on a pedestal stand with a midsection with
a slightly curved spout on the tall shoulder, covered with a dark brown molded design supporting a wide flaring mouth rim, ht. 9 1/8 in.
glaze except for the lower areas of the body, ht. 7 3/8 in. $400-600
$300-500
1094.
1091. Green Glazed Censer, China, Han dynasty (206 B.C.–220 A.D.), Po
Henan Black Glazed Jar, China, Song/Jin dynasty, 10th-13th century, Shan type, the domed cover decorated in relief and openwork with a
the ovoid body rising to a cylindrical neck, the shoulder with four hunting scene, supported on a stem bowl-shaped stand with a wide
molded lugs, covered with a dark brown glaze except for the lower platform base, all covered with a vibrant moss green glaze, ht. 8 3/8 in.
areas of the body, ht. 7 1/4 in. $500-700
$200-300
1096
1095
1095. 1100.
Jizhou Vase, Song/Yuan dynasty, 12th-14th century, the pear-shaped Yingqing Bowl, China, Southern Song dynasty (1128-1279), the low
body resist-decorated with carved plum branches with brown painted rounded sides flaring to a wide rim notched with six foliate petals, the
details, under a clear glaze, all reserved against a dark brown ground, interior finely carved in free style with peony borne on leafy scrolls,
ht. 7 1/2 in. covered with a clear glaze with bluish tinge, ht. 2 1/8, dia. 7 5/8 in.
$400-600 $400-600
1096. 1101.
Cizhou Sgraffito Vase, China, Northern Song dynasty (960-1127), the Yingqing Bowl, China, Song dynasty (960-1279), the interior finely
ovoid body rising to a short circular neck, the sides carved through the carved with a foo dog playing a brocade ball, the cavetto with a
dark brown outer glaze to the white slip underneath with a broad band composite flower scroll including blooms as lotus, chrysanthemum,
of peonies borne on leafy scrolls, the lower body and the base covered plum, and peony, covered overall with a clear glaze with bluish tinge,
by rich brown glaze, foot ring unglazed, ht. 7 in. dia. 1 1/2, ht. 6 in.
$800-1,200 $300-500
1097.
Large White Meiping, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the sturdily
potted body with tapering sides rising to a tall shoulder and a short
waisted neck with flaring mouth, covered with a creamy white glaze, the
lower section unglazed, ht. 14 1/4 in. 1097
$500-700
1098.
White Glazed Cizhou Yuhuchun Vase, China, Northern Song dynasty
(960-1127), the pear-shaped body elegantly rising to a slender neck
1098
and a flaring mouth, covered with a creamy white glaze, the lower
section around the foot applied with clear glaze showing the color of
the body, ht. 11 5/8 in.
$800-1,200
1099.
Longquan Celadon Bowl, China, Northern Song dynasty (960-1127),
the wide flaring sides molded with a lobed petal design, covered overall
with gray-celadon glaze suffused with russet crackles, ht. 2 3/4, dia. 6
1/2 in.
$400-600
1100
1099 1102
1101
1104.
Celadon Warming Bowl, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the heavily
potted bowl carved in free style with flower scrolls to the exterior, and
1103 a stylized lotus to the center of the interior encircled by a band of ruyi
heads, covered overall with an olive green glaze, ht. 3 1/8, dia. 7 3/4 in.
$300-500
1105.
Longquan Celadon Saucer, China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), shaped
into a mallow flower with the flaring and lobed sides as five petals,
covered overall with an olive green glaze, ht. 1 1/8, dia. 5 in.
$200-300
1106.
Longquan Celadon Bowl, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the
heavily potted bowl with deep rounded sides and supported on a short
sturdy foot, covered overall with an unctuous green glaze, ht. 3, dia. 6
1/4 in.
$300-500
1107.
Celadon Bowl, China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), with wide flaring
sides and countersunk foot, the bowl covered by an even olive green
glaze suffused with fine crackles, ht. 2, dia. 5 7/8 in.
$300-500
1102.
Longquan Celadon Bowl, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the flaring 1108.
rounded sides molded with lotus petal patterns, covered overall with an Longquan Celadon Bowl, China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), the deep
unctuous sea green glaze, ht. 2 1/2, dia. 6 1/2 in. bowl supported on a short sturdy foot, carved to the interior with a
$300-500 band of historical cultural luminaries encircling a roundel enclosing the
character “gao” (elevated), the exterior carved freely with abstract flower
scrolls, covered overall with an olive green glaze, ht. 4 1/8, dia. 6 3/4 in.
1103. $300-500
Glazed Stoneware “Pouch” Ewer, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125),
with deep U-shaped sides and a short cylindrical mouth attached to an
arched handle, imitating the leather prototype of the pilgrim’s flask, each 1109.
side crisply carved with Immortals riding on a phoenix amidst flower Large Sancai Bowl, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), the wide bowl
scrolls and clouds, covered with an amber-colored glaze, the lower painted with green, amber, and buff-colored glaze with a floral and
body unglazed, ht. 8 3/4 in. foliate design to the interior, the exterior with band of simple green
$300-500 glaze, ht. 3 1/4, dia. 12 in.
$400-600
1105 1107
1110.
Longquan Celadon Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), of archaic
drinking vessel hu shape, the body boldly carved with stylized taotie
masks, below a band of horned creatures in pursuit of a pearl around 1109
the waisted shoulder, further below a band of intertwining chilong
around the faceted neck, flanked by two ear-shaped lug handles with
fixed rings, covered by a sea green glaze, ht. 5 1/8 in.
$400-600
1111.
Qingbai Cup and Stand, China, Song dynasty (960-1279), the sides
of the stem cup molded with a foliate design, supported on a petal-
rimmed circular stand, covered with a clear glaze with green tinge, ht. 2
1/8, dia. (stand) 5 1/4 in.
$400-600
1112.
Green Glazed Cup with Stand, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), the
plate-shaped stand on a pedestal foot with a short cylindrical holder to
the interior, supporting a deep rounded cup, each covered overall in an
olive green glaze, ht. 4 5/8 in.
$400-600
1110
1112
1111 (partial)
1113
1117.
Celadon Lobed Bowl, China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), the flaring
sides divided into petal lobes by deep grooves on the exterior, a carved
roundel to the interior with combed design of leaves, covered with a
glaze of pale green color, ht. 2 3/4, dia. 5 1/2 in.
1114 $300-500
1118.
Ding-type Ewer, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), the wide ovoid body
surmounted by a waisted neck and a flaring mouth, attached with a
strap handle, covered overall with a white glaze imitating Dingyao, ht. 9
3/4 in.
$300-500
1119.
Celadon Ewer, China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), the lobed body set
with a tall strap handle and an out-curved spout, covered overall with
an olive green glaze, ht. 9 1/4 in.
$400-600
1120.
Cizhou Sgraffito Vase, China, Song dynasty (960-1279), the well-
potted ovoid body carved through the white slip to the gray color of the
body with two bands of floral and leafy scrolls, covered by a clear glaze,
ht. 4 3/4 in.
$400-600
1121.
Pottery Lamp, Thai, 12th century, the rounded body set on a pedestal
foot with a strap handle attached to both, a short spout to the interior,
covered with buff-colored glaze, ht. 2 in.
$50-75
1122.
Pottery Jar, China, Neolithic period, 2000 B.C., red pottery li jar
supported on tripod hollow feet, flanked by ear-shaped lugs, the neck
with simple molded design of an undulating line, ht. 6 3/4 in.
$300-500
1123.
1113. White Glazed Cover, China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), the cover
Qingbai Lamp, China, the cup-shaped body carved with poppy surmounted by a cylindrical stem further supporting a domed cap with
flower petals, supported on a spreading pedestal foot with ruyi-shaped flaring rims and molded design of four tassel-shaped straps with curled
cutouts, covered with a clear glaze of blue-green tone, ht. 5 3/8 in. ends issuing from a cone finial, covered with a white glaze with green
$200-300 tinge, ht. 5 1/4 in.
$50-75
1114.
Green Glazed Vase, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), the elongated
1124.
body with high shoulder, waisted neck, and a flaring mouth, carved with
Celadon Bowl, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the deep rounded
a broad band of peony flowers, covered with an apple green glaze, ht.
body carved freely with flowers borne on leafy scrolls to the interior,
13 3/4 in.
covered overall with a pale olive green glaze, ht. 2 7/8, dia. 7 in.
$400-600
$300-500
1115.
Pair of Yaozhou Bowls, China, Song dynasty (960-1279), the slightly 1125.
rounded sides flaring widely to an everted rim, the interior carved with Green Glazed Pilgrim’s Flask, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), of flat
two boys amidst leafy scrolls, all under a crackled olive green glaze, ht. octagonal shape, each side carved with a mythical animal amidst flower
2 1/8, dia. 4 1/2 in. scrolls, enclosed by a border with scroll and geometric designs, the
$200-300 short sides with four small lugs, pedestal foot with a hole to each side,
covered overall with iridescent green glaze, ht. 6 3/4 in.
$400-600
1116.
Yaozhou Celadon Bowl, China, Song/Jin dynasty, 10th-13th century,
the wide sides carved with vertical lines to the exterior imitating 1126.
overlapping leaves, the interior molded with elaborate flower scrolls Celadon Bowl, Yuan period (1279-1368), the exterior decorated with a
borne on leafy tendrils, covered overall with an olive green glaze, ht. 2 band of dark brown dots, covered with an olive green glaze, ht. 2 1/4,
1/8, 8 1/4 in. dia. 5 3/4 in.
$300-500 $100-150
1115
1117
1118
1119
1122
1124
1120
1121 1123
1125
1127
1128
1126
1129.
Green Glazed Pottery Figure, China, Han dynasty (206 B.C.–220
A.D.), figure of a foreign emissary kneeling down while holding a staff in
front of his chest, covered with a thick green glaze, ht. 7 in.
1130 $300-500
1130.
Large Green Glazed Pottery Wine Jar, China, Han dynasty (206
B.C.–220 A.D.), the compressed globular body supported on a
cylindrical foot and surmounted by a tapering neck and a plate-shaped
mouth, covered overall with iridescent green glaze thinning to white, ht.
approx. 15 1/2 in.
$400-600
1131.
Iron Red Bowl, China, finely shaped into a hibiscus bloom with petaled
rim, with combed design to the barbed exterior and corresponding
painted patterns in underglaze iron red to the interior, the sunken center
painted with stamen, bat and lingzhi branches in iron red to the exterior,
covered overall with a pale sea green glaze, ht. 2, dia. 5 in.
$200-300
1132.
White Ware Bowl, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the delicately
potted bowl with lobed sides rising to six tiny notches on the rim,
covered overall with a clear glaze, ht. 2 1/4, 5 3/8 in.
1127. $300-500
Longquan Celadon Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), of archaic
drinking vessel hu form, the fluted body rising to a flaring mouth with
petaled rim, the waisted neck flanked by makara lug handles with fixed 1133.
rings, covered overall with an unctuous sea green glaze thinning to Green Glazed Pottery Vase, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), with
white around the ridges, ht. 5 5/8 in. round body and garlic-shaped mouth, the exterior decorated with a
$200-300 simple design of carved bow strings, covered with iridescent apple
green glaze, ht. 5 5/8 in.
$400-600
1128.
Green Glazed Bowl, China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), with wide flaring
sides, the bowl covered overall with a mossy green glaze, ht. 3, 8 1/2 1134.
in. Yaozhou Box and Cover, China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), the
$200-300 center of the domed cover incised with a flowerhead enclosed in lingzhi
scrolls, the box with rounded slanting shoulder incised with classic
scrolls, all covered with an olive green glaze, ht. 2 5/8, dia. 4 in.
$400-600
1132 1134
1131 1135
1135.
Yaozhou Box and Cover, China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), the
center of the domed cover carved with addorsing stylized lotus flowers
in profile, the box supported on a pedestal foot, covered inside and out
with a olive-green glaze, ht. 2, dia. 4 1/2 in.
$400-600
1136.
Bronze Mirror, China, Han period, 2nd century B.C.-2nd century A.D.,
hunt scene, dia. 5 1/2 in.
1137.
Sancai Glazed Table Stand, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the
rectangular tabletop supported on a stool-shaped stand, covered with
amber, buff, and green glaze, 3 1/2 x 6 1/2 x 3 7/8 in.
$200-300
1138.
Sancai Glazed Offering Plate, China, Tang dynasty (618-907), the
circular plate glazed in amber, buff, and blue around the rims extending
in an irregular pattern to the interior and the exterior, dia. 8 1/2 in.
$500-700
1139.
Three Sancai Glazed Lions and a Small Jianyao Bowl, China, Ming
dynasty (1368-1644), ht. 11, 5, dia. 4 in.
$200-300
1140.
Three Framed Embroideries, China, 19th century, a pair of panels 1141
finely embroidered with scenes from “Romance of the West Chamber,”
with flower or pavilion borders, together with a panel of antique objects, 1141.
framed and glazed, 26 1/2 x 13, 23 x 13 7/8 in. Framed Embroidered Panel, China, late 19th century, finely
$300-500 embroidered with birds perched on peony branches issuing from
rockwork, framed and glazed, 46 x 23 in.
$400-600
1143.
Framed Embroidery, China, embroidered with birds
amidst peony branches on an ochre ground, framed and
glazed, 26 x 32 in.
$300-400
1144.
Framed Rank Badge, China, late 19th century, fourth-rank
official’s badge displaying a wild goose, 11 x 17 in.
$150-250
1145.
Kesi Panel, China, 19th century, square panel with a battle
scene in a landscape, encircled by a lotus scroll on an
1145 aubergine ground, framed and glazed, 31 in. sq.
$300-500
1146.
Rank Badge, China, 19th century, embroidered with a
wild goose, fourth-rank civil official’s insignia, framed and
glazed, 10 1/2 in. sq.
$200-300
1147.
Large Silk Panel, China, 19th century, painted on silk
with the Queen Mother of the West traveling in the clouds
accompanied by a female attendant, 62 x 35 in.
$400-600
1148.
Framed Kesi Dragon Robe, China, 19th century, with a
fore-fronting dragon amidst clouds interspersed with bats,
twin fish, dragons, and cranes, above lishui borders to the
bottom, on a blue ground, Plexiglas frame, 62 x 48 1/2 in.
$400-600
1149.
Framed Embroidery, China, 19th century, seventeen
Buddhist figures each seating in dhyanasana pose on a
lotus throne, with various mudra, brocade border, framed
and glazed, 34 1/2 x 27 in.
$200-300
1148
1151
1150.
Two Thangka, Tibet, gouache colors on linen, depicting
seated figure of lama and Maitreya respectively, silk borders,
each 22 x 14 1/2 in.
1150A.
Thangka, Tibet, 19th century, color and gilt on linen, depiction
of Shakyamuni seated in the center, surrounded by elephants
and other deities, further surrounded by a multitude of smaller
Buddhist figures, framed, 38 1/2 x 30 in.
$200-300
1151.
Silk Thangka, Tibet, 19th century, finely embroidered with the
seated figure of eleven-headed Avalokiteshvara with each of
her eight hands holding an attribute, aureole to the back, and
surrounded by small Buddhist figures amidst clouds, 49 x 31
in.
$300-500
1150A
1156
1152.
Thangka, Tibet, woven with the seated figure of the Green Tara above
Lokapala in the center, surround by eleven Buddhist and Lama figures,
25 1/2 x 19 in.
$300-500
1153.
Framed Thangka, Tibet, 18th century, colors on cloth, depiction
of the King of Hell traveling on horseback in a celestial landscape
accompanied by two other deities, framed and glazed, 34 x 19 1/2, 41
x 24 1/2 in. (with frame).
$200-300
1154.
Thangka, Tibet, 19th century, gouache on linen, seated figure of
Manjusri in dhyanasana pose, above the Green and White Tara, below
three Lamas, all amidst peony sprays, 24 x 16 in.
$200-250
1155.
Hanging Scroll, China, ink and light colors on paper, depiction of three
horses drinking water, signed “Beihong,” two seals, dated 1942, 39 x
25 1/2 in.
$300-500
1154
1156. 1159.
Hanging Scroll, China, Republican period, ink, colors and gilt on paper, Hanging Scroll, China, ink and colors on silk, depiction of
blue and green landscape, Pavilions in Landscape, signed “Xu Hong,” Bodhidharma standing on a reed, signed “Wu Changshuo,” with two
with two seals, dated mid-spring of jiaxu year, 34 x 15 3/4 in. seals, dated jiwei year, 44 1/2 x 13 1/2 in.
$300-500 $800-1,200
1157. 1160.
Hanging Scroll, China, 19th century, ink and colors on paper, Hanging Scroll, China, 19th century, ink on paper, landscape in the
depiction of scholars gathering under a pine tree in a blue and green style of Ni Zan, inscribed, signed, and with four seals, 30 1/2 x 11 1/2
mountainous landscape, four seals, 51 x 17 in. in.
$200-300 $500-700
1158. 1160A.
Hanging Scroll, Yan Bolong (1898-1954), ink and colors on paper, Pair of Hanging Scrolls, China, ink and colors on paper, depiction of
depiction of six birds resting on rockery or flying atop plum branches, birds and rockery, three and two seals each, dated “the third year of
four seals, 37 x 13 in. Xuantong” (1911) to one painting, 31 1/2 x 18 3/4 in.
$800-1,200 $300-500
1164.
Calligraphy, China, cursive script in the style of Mi Fu, 30 1/2 x 12 1/2
in.
$300-500
1165.
Hanging Scroll, China, 19th century, ink on paper, depiction of birds
perched on plum blossom branches, with two seals, dated “Qianlong
jiwei,” 31 x 14 1/4 in.
$400-600
1163 (2)
1161.
Hanging Scroll, China, ink and colors on paper, Spring View of
Dongting Lake, one seal, dated June 1974, 25 x 15 in.
$300-500
1162.
Loose Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, depiction of an eagle
perched on a tree trunk, signed “Baishi shan weng Huang,” one seal,
51 1/2 x 13 1/2 in.
$150-250 1166
1166.
Hanging Scroll, Gu Linshi (1865-1930), ink and colors on paper,
depiction of a lone boat on the river in a mountainous landscape,
signed, inscribed, one seal, together with inscriptions from others and
four seals, 41 1/2 x 18 1/2 in.
$400-600
1167.
Hanging Scroll, Tang Yun (1910-1993), ink and colors on paper,
depiction of a crab resting beneath flowers and plantain leaves, one
seal, dated March in 1976 in Hangzhou, 26 x 12 in.
$200-300
1168.
Modern Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, abstract landscape
of Mount Huang, signed “Liu Haisu,” dated August 1988, with four
seals, 35 x 17 1/2 in.
$300-500
1169.
Hanging Scroll, China, 19th century copy of Zhang Wentao, ink and
colors on paper, Iris, with lengthy inscription, three seals, 41 1/2 x 13
1/4 in.
$250-350
1170.
Hanging Scroll, Qian Hui’an (1833-1911), colors and gilt on paper,
depiction of a seated lady holding a child in an interior scene arranged
with antique objects, 32 x 13 in.
$300-400
1171.
Hanging Scroll, China, in the style of Qi Bashi, ink and colors on
paper, depiction of an eagle perched on a tree trunk, signed and with
two seals, 56 x 26 1/2 in.
$300-500
1170
1174A
1172.
Hanging Scroll, China, ink, colors, and gilt on paper, depiction of two
foo dogs playing in a verdant landscape scene, signed “Zhu Yifeng,”
and with two seals, 13 x 15 1/2 in.
$300-500
1173.
Hanging Scroll, China, ink, colors, and gilt on silk, depiction of
butterflies flying by peach blossoms, 14 1/2 x 12 in.
$200-300
1174
1174.
Hanging Scroll, China, 19th century, ink and light colors on silk,
depiction of a bird perched on plum branches, signed “Yuan Kun,” two
seals, 36 x 16 1/2 in.
$400-600 1176A (2)
1174A. 1176.
Hanging Scroll, China, 19th century, ink and colors on paper, Hanging Scroll, China, in the style of Qi Baishi, ink and colors on
depiction of a lady looking from behind a door into the garden, with paper, depiction of butterflies and mantis on leaves, three seals, 43 x
lengthy inscription, two seals, 39 1/2 x 8 1/4 in. 16 1/2 in.
$300-500 $400-600
1175. 1176A.
Hanging Scroll, China, ink and colors on paper, depiction of a Calligraphy Couplet, Chiang Kai-shek (1887-1975), reads “Du shu
gathering and celebrating occasion of Immortals set in a celestial shang ti ren dao li, ri yue kai mo li jing shen,” signed and with two seals,
landscape, 40 1/2 x 23 in. 54 1/2 x 12 in.
$300-500 $400-600
1182
1178.
1177. Album Leaf, China, ink and colors on silk, finely painted with a praying
Hanging Scroll, China, ink and light color on paper, depiction of mantis on magnolia branches, two seals, one reads “Zheng Ling,”
a scholar gazing at plum blossoms in a vase held by an attendant, together with a calligraphic inscription mounted separately, signed
inscribed, with one seal, 37 1/2 x 18 1/2 in. “Jin Mei,” two seals, dated winter of dingyou year (1897), framed and
$200-300 glazed, 8 1/4 x 6 3/4 (painting), 8 1/4 x 6 7/8 (calligraphy), 13 1/2 x 19
1/2 in. (with frame).
$200-300
1183
1181.
Framed Painting, China, Lei Zhongxun (b. 1943), watercolor on paper,
depiction of a Uyghur man riding a donkey, accompanied by his wife
and daughter riding another donkey, inscribed, signed, four seals, dated
the beginning of summer in xinwei year (1991), framed and glazed, 26
x 17 1/4 in.
1182.
Modern Painting, Xie Tiancheng (b. 1950), oil on paper, Tibetan Lama,
2004, 34 1/2 x 30 1/2 in.
1183.
Modern Painting, Xie Tiancheng (b. 1959), ink wash on paper,
landscape in mist and rain, inscribed, signed, dated the summer of
yichou year (2009), with six seals, 37 1/2 x 76 in.
1184 $2,000-4,000
1184.
1179. Hanging Scroll, China, 19th century, colors on paper, depiction of
Pair of Framed Paintings, China, early 20th century, ink and colors on dragonflies and insects flying amidst peony branches, with one seal, 50
paper, depiction of a monk and a blind lady, 14 1/2 x 10 1/4 in. x 12 1/4 in.
$200-300 $300-500
1180. 1185.
Buddhist Painting, China, gilt on indigo paper, depiction of the seated Two Inlaid Panels, China, 19th century, each finely inlaid with jade,
figure of Buddha flanked by standing figures of Bodhisattva, 33 x 14 coral, soapstone, and boxwood with antique objects and lotus and
1/2 in. chrysanthemum branches, inscription to the top, framed and glazed, 60
$300-500 x 18 in.
$300-500
1186.
Framed Repoussé Panel, Tibet, 18th century, repoussé gilt-brass
mythical animal set on a gilt and lacquered surface with cloud patterns,
the reverse with similar gilt-lacquered decoration, wood frame, 29 1/2
x 33 in.
$2,500-3,500
1187.
Framed Panel, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), mural painting of
Buddha flanked by female attendants each holding a staff in her hand,
framed, 44 1/2 x 24 in.
1188.
Painted Bamboo Fan, China, 19th century copy of Zou Yigui, ink and
light colors on paper, depiction of a serene landscape with pavilions,
trees, and boats in the river, signed and with one seal, lg. 13 1/4 in.
$200-300
1189.
Modern Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, mounted in hanging
scroll format, depiction of a bird and palm tree, inscribed, signed
“Shao’ang,” with one seal, 50 1/2 x 25 1/4 in.
$200-300
1190.
Boxed Fan, China, 19th century, finely painted in ink and colors on
paper with pheasants on prunus and peony branches to either side,
gilt-lacquered sticks, wood box with gilt-lacquered surface decorated
en suite, lg. 10 3/4 in.
$300-500
1191.
Framed Fan, China, late 19th/early 20th century, carved and pierced
1189 ivory sticks with white feathers finely painted in gouache with rose
branches, peacock feather border to the top, framed and glazed, 15
1/2 x 24 in.
$200-300
1190 (2)
1192.
Ancestor Portraits, China, late 19th century, ink and colors on paper,
mounted in hanging scroll format, depiction of a second-ranking civil
official in chao fu, and chao zhu, wearing a badge displaying a golden
pheasant symbolizing his rank, accompanied by his wife in red dragon
robe, both seated in a studio in front of an ink screen and a variety of
antique objects on a large table, 49 1/2 x 30 in.
$250-350
1193.
Twelve Album Leaves, China, Qi Baishi-style, ink and colors on paper, 1192
depiction of insects and plants, signed and with seals, 12 1/2 x 9 3/4
in.
$100-150
1194. 1195.
Modern Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, depiction of lotus Framed Painting, China, 18th/19th century, ink and colors on silk, in
blossoms, inscribed, signed “Zhang Daqian jushi Yuan,” with three the style of Han Gan, depiction of officials and two sturdy horses resting
seals, 42 1/2 x 27 1/2 in. in a landscape, signed “Han Gan,” 28 x 24 1/2 in.
$150-250 $900-1,200
1197.
Pair of Paintings, China, ink and colors on silk, depiction of scholars in
a mountainous landscape, inscribed, signed, and stamped, framed and
glazed, 14 1/2 x 22 1/2 in.
$300-400
1198.
Album of Four Paintings, Su liupeng (1821-1861), ink and light colors
on paper, 13 x 10 in.
1199.
Framed Painting, China, 19th century, handscroll format, ink and
colors on paper, painted with groups of boys engaged in various
activities, framed and glazed, 9 x 66 1/2, 14 1/2 x 73 1/4 in. (with
frame).
$200-300
1200.
Sandalwood Frame, China, 19th century, elaborately carved with
phoenixes flanking a peony spray around the four corners, the thick
borders carved with figures in various attitudes amidst pavilions, 20 x
20 in.
1195 $150-250
1204A
1201. 1204.
Four Framed Album Leaves, China, 19th century, ink and colors Framed Painting, China, 19th century, in the style of Ming dynasty
on silk, scene of a female entertainer singing before an official guest, painter Wang Gouxiang, ink and colors on silk, finely painted as a tiger
Immortals gathering, story of Cheng Wang and Shu Yu, and a watching butterflies flying amidst iris branches, dated yiyou year (1885),
rendezvous between a female Immortal and a scholar, inscribed, dated inscribed and dedicated to “Zhu xuan si li Ren da ren,” from “Qian qiu
the summer of guiwei year, signed “Guangling qi shi lao sou Qiao ping xiang san ren Xiaodong,” three seals, framed and glazed, 33 x 15
Hegong hua,” with seals, framed and glazed, 14 x 10 1/2 in. 1/2 in.
$800-1,000 $200-300
1202. 1204A.
Pair of Framed Paintings, China, ink and colors on silk, one depicting Large Hanging Scroll, China, colors on silk, in the style of the blue
an elegant lady standing under a peony tree in front of a lake view, the and green painting in the Tang dynasty, depiction of a lotus pond in
other with a female Immortal under a peach tree, and holding a lingzhi southern China, Lv ye Jiangnan, signed “Zhang Daqian,” inscribed, with
sprig, 40 x 16 in. four seals, 56 3/4 x 26 1/2 in.
$200-300 $800-1,000
1203. 1205.
Pair of Framed Ancestral Portraits, China, 19th century, ink and Framed Abstract Painting, China, oil and crayon on paper, depiction
colors on paper, portrait of an official wearing winter chao fu and chao of a waterfall and mountains in an abstract manner, two artist’s seals,
guan, wearing the badge and hat insignia of the eighth civil rank, his 22 x 17 in.
wife depicted in a headdress and red robe on the other panel, wood $200-300
frame, 40 x 20 1/2 in.
$400-600
1206. 1208.
Pair of Framed Cormorant Paintings, China, 19th century, ink on Eight Gilt-lacquered Wood Plaques, China, late 19th/early 20th
paper, depiction of ducks near a reed pond, inscribed, signed “Bian century, four pairs of door panel plaques carved with calligraphic
Shoumin,” three seals in total, framed and glazed, 50 x 12 1/2 in. couplets, on a openwork ground of birds and the Three Friends of
$400-600 Winter, gilt-lacquered wood, each 51 x 6 in.
$500-700
1206A.
Coromandel Screen, China, 18th/19th century, eight-paneled screen, 1209.
the black lacquered surface with fine gilt decoration of a panorama Loose Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, depiction of Zhong Kui
landscape view, surrounded by flower baskets in the borders, 86 x 168 and ghosts, inscribed, with one seal, 21 1/4 x 11 1/4 in.
in. $200-300
$800-1,200
1210.
1207. Four Books, Museum of Fine Arts, Chinese Paintings-Han to
Sung Periods, Japanese Screen Paintings-Landscape and Figures;
Three Loose Paintings, China, ink and colors on silk, paintings on
Exhibition of Japanese Painting and Sculpture, National Gallery of Art,
mythical scenes, inscribed and with seals, 6 1/2 x 7 3/4 in.
Washington; Memoir of the Colombo Museum-Sinhalese Banners and
$200-300
Standards, 1916.
$75-125
1211. 1212.
Kingfisher Feather Hairpin, China, 19th century, in the form of a Canton Enameled Dish, China, 18th century, lobated form, decorated
flowering plant with kingfisher feathers and set with carnelians, lg. 7 1/4 with butterflies and flowers, borders of the three fruits and diaper
in. pattern, 4 1/2 x 4 1/4 in.
$100-150 $100-150
1211
1212
1213 1216
1217
1215
1213. 1219.
Ivory Incense Vase, China, 18th century, surface carved with flowering Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, Jiaqing mark and of the period (1796-
magnolia trees, surface dyed green, lg. 4 3/4 in. 1820), flattened heart-shape form, decoration of children playing in
$400-600 famille rose enamels on a yellow ground, lg. 2 3/4 in.
$300-500
1214.
Cameo Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 18th/19th century, overlay of red, 1220.
Cameo Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, black cut to crystal,
green, and blue cut to opal in a pattern of roses and rockery, turquoise
design of a pair of goldfish, lg. 2 3/4 in.
stopper, lg. 1 3/4 in.
$100-150
$300-500
1221.
1215. Jade Pendant, China, 18th century, of rectangular shape, the surface
Rock Crystal Snuff Bottle, China, late 19th/early 20th century, well- carved with children at play, the reverse with an inscription, stone of
hollowed interior, interior painted with a design of children playing, pale green-white color, 2 x 1 3/4 in.
signed “Yeh Chung San,” lg. 2 in. $300-500
$300-500
1222.
1216. Cameo Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, flattened rounded
Amber Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, flattened cylindrical shape, form, red cut to snowflake in a pattern of various fishes, lg. 2 1/4 in.
interior well-hollowed, jade stopper, lg. 2 1/4 in. $100-150
$300-500
1224.
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, flattened ovoid shape, of pale
celadon glass simulating jade, no stopper, lg. 2 1/4 in.
$200-300
1223
1224
1225 1227
1226
1231
1228
1229 1230 1232
1225. 1228.
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, of rectangular round shape, Jade Snuff Bottle, China, 18th century, octagonal form, finely carved
opaque white glass simulating jade, pearl stopper, lg. 2 3/8 in. with baoxianghua to both sides, coral stopper, the jade of semi-
$200-300 translucent pale apple green color, lg. 2 3/8 in.
$400-600
1226.
Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, well-hollowed round shape, enameled 1229.
with a cartouche of flower branches to each side, reserved on a pink Agate Snuff Bottle, China, 18/19th century, flattened round shape,
floral scroll ground, green glass stopper, lg. 2 in. carved in relief incorporating the russet areas of the stone depicting a
$100-150 scholar enjoying wine, surround by three bats, the rest of the stone of
semi-translucent gray-white color, coral stopper, lg. 1 7/8 in.
$400-600
1227.
Jade Plaque, China, the round plaque elegantly carved and pierced
with two boys amidst ruyi clouds, lingzhi sprigs, and lotus scrolls, the 1230.
jade of pale celadon color, dia. 2 1/8 in. Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 18th century, carved in relief with Confucius
$200-300 riding in a boat under a magnolia tree to one side, and carved
calligraphy “Kong lai zhen qin” (precious birds visit when Confucius is
here) to the other, pink glass stopper, lg. 2 1/8 in.
$400-600
1238 1240
1239
1241 1242
1245 1246
1244
1243 1247
1250
1248 1249
1251 1252
1249.
1239. Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, round shape, carved in relief
Jade Snuff Bottle, China, 18th century, flattened form with sloping with lotus leaves with curled edges, the bottle flanked by mythical
shoulders, white jade with some russet markings, plain surface, animal mask lugs, opaque purple blue glass, tiger’s-eye stopper, lg. 2
carnelian stopper, lg. 2 in. 3/8 in.
$400-600 $300-500
1240. 1250.
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, flattened round form, each Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, flattened oblong shape,
side with slightly recessed plain surface, yellow glass stopper, lg. 2 1/4 opaque caramel-colored glass with black zigzag patterns imitating
in. calligraphic strokes, pink glass stopper, lg. 2 1/4 in.
$300-500 $250-350
1254 1256
1253 1257
1260
1259 1261
1262
1258
1265
1263
1264 1266
1267
1270
1252.
Cloisonné Enameled Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, flattened 1262.
round form, enameled with prunus blossoms and buds to one side, and Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, well-hollowed squarish round
chrysanthemum branches to the other, reserved on a dark blue ground, shape, flanked by relief carving of stylized animal mask lugs, white glass
coral stopper, lg. 2 1/8 in. simulating jade, lapis lazuli stopper, lg. 2 1/4 in.
$300-500 $250-350
1253. 1263.
Smoky Quartz Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the ovoid body finely Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, round shape, overlay red
carved in relief with lotus leaves to one side, and flower branches to the
glass on white glass, fine relief carving of peach branch to one side,
other, pink glass stopper, lg. 1 7/8 in.
and pomegranate branch to the other, overlay glass decoration of a pair
$300-500
of bats forming a circle as foot ring, jade stopper, lg. 2 in.
$300-500
1254.
“Realgar” Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, ovoid shape, the
glass of varying reddish-orange tones in mottled patterns and with 1264.
green and yellow striations in imitation of realgar, jade stopper, lg. 2 1/4 Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, round shape, overlay red
in. glass on mottled white glass, relief carving of horses resting in a rustic
$300-500 landscape, malachite stopper, lg. 2 3/4 in.
$300-500
1255.
Amber Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the rectangular body flanked 1265.
by mythical animal masks suspending fixed rings, the stone of rich Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the round body painted to
honey color with dark striations, aventurine stopper, lg. 3 in. each side in iron red with a five-clawed dragon chasing a flaming pearl,
$300-500 flanked by molded mask lugs, tiger’s-eye stopper, Qianlong mark to the
base, lg. 2 7/8 in.
$250-350
1256.
“Realgar” Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, flattened hu
shape, the glass of varying reddish-orange tones in mottled patterns in 1266.
imitation of realgar, blue glass stopper, lg. 2 3/8 in. Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the pear-shaped body
$300-500 finely painted in iron red with Zhong Kui and ghost attendants, carnelian
stopper, lg. 2 3/4 in.
$250-350
1257.
“Realgar” Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, ovoid shape, the
glass of varying reddish-orange tones in mottled patterns and with 1267.
orange-yellow striations in imitation of realgar, green glass stopper, lg. Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, round shape, overlay red
2 1/8 in. glass on mottled white glass, fine relief carving of bats flying amongst
$300-500 peach and pomegranate branches issuing from rockery, jade stopper,
lg. 2 1/8 in.
$300-500
1258.
Jade Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the round body flanked by
relief carved animal mask lugs suspending fixed rings, gray-white jade,
1268.
carnelian stopper, lg. 1 3/8 in.
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, oblong shape with sloping
$300-500
shoulders, green aventurine glass suffused with gilt speckles, stopper,
lg. 2 3/8 in.
$250-350
1259.
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the rectangular body painted
on the interior with a scene of a man passing a basin of water to a
woman who is preparing Chinese cabbages to one side, the other side 1269.
painted with a man saying farewell to a woman under a willow tree, Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, of flattened hu shape, the
signed “Yi shu, bingchen, fa he, Ye Zhongsan zuo,” “realgar” glass glass of semi-translucent caramel color with creamy white swirling
stopper, lg. 2 1/2 in. patterns simulating agate, red glass stopper, lg. 2 3/8 in.
$300-500 $200-300
1260. 1270.
Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the rectangular body Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the pear-shaped body
decorated with panels of green-aubergine enameled dragon alternating painted in underglaze blue and white with a cartouche of boys playing
with iron red flaming pearl, reserved on an incised ground with cloud in a garden to each side, covered by white glaze suffused with russet
patterns, green glass stopper, lg. 2 3/4 in. crackles, coral stopper, lg. 2 7/8 in.
$250-350 $250-350
1277
1282
1283
1284
1285
1286 (partial)
1287
1272.
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, squarish round shape, the 1281.
glass with various yellow tones forming swirling and striations patterns, Two Porcelain Snuff Bottles, China, of one flattened round shape,
stopper, lg. 2 3/8 in. painted in underglaze blue with landscape, no stopper; the other of
$200-300 rectangular shape, with an Immortal in a rustic landscape, stopper, lg.
2 1/8, 2 1/2 in.
$200-300
1273.
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the rectangular body flanked
by animal mask lugs suspending fixed rings, translucent blue glass, pink 1282.
glass stopper, lg. 2 3/8 in. Three Snuff Bottles, China, 19th century, a melon-shaped jade bottle
$200-300 with relief carving of chilong, turquoise stopper, the jade of pale celadon
color; a purple glass flat hu bottle carved with an Immortal and a bat to
one side, a lotus pond to the other, carnelian stopper; and an amber
1274. bottle, lg. 2 3/8, 2 1/8, 2 3/4 in.
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the oblong round body $300-500
decorated with overlay relief carving of goldfish in different colors and
various attitudes on a mottled white glass ground, blue glass stopper,
lg. 2 3/4 in. 1283.
$200-300 Shadow Agate Snuff Bottle, China, late 19th century, of oblong
form, carved in medium relief incorporating the dark area in the white
stone with an Immortal resting under a tree holding a lingzhi sprig in his
1275. hands, the reverse with a pavilion in a mountainous landscape, coral
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the flask-shaped body made stopper, ht. 2 1/2 in.
of translucent ruby red glass, pink tourmaline stopper, lg. 3 in. $200-300
$200-300
1284.
1276. Three Glass Snuff Bottles, China, early 20th century, a glass bottle
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, ovoid shape, overlay opaque of rounded oblong shape, interior painted with a battle scene to both
blue glass on white glass, fine relief carving of various antique objects sides, signed “Made by Yong Shoutian in xinjiu year,” red glass stopper;
on display, coral stopper, lg. 2 5/8 in. a translucent green glass pear-shaped bottle, flanked by relief carving
$300-500 of chilong, silver-mounted stopper; and a flattened pear-shaped opaque
glass bottle with green glass overlay of chicken and deer group in a
landscape, silver-mounted stopper, lg. 3, 2 1/4, 2 3/4 in.
1277. $100-150
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, shaped into a miniature
baluster vase, overlay glass decoration of antique objects to one side,
and a female Immortal and her attendant to the other, on an opaque 1285.
purple blue glass ground, stopper, lg. 2 in. Rock Crystal Snuff Bottle, China, early 20th century, rounded shape,
$200-300 interior painted with a battle scene to one side, and a military camp
scene to the other, flanked by relief carving of foo dog head masks,
signed “March in jiayin year made by Jing Zhongsan,” corresponding to
1278. 1914, green glass metal-mounted stopper, lg. 2 3/4 in.
Two Glass Snuff Bottles, China, one of flattened ovoid shape, the $100-150
other of square hu shape, interior painted with birds and flowers,
figurative, and landscape scenes, with stoppers, lg. 2 5/8, 2 3/8 in.
$200-300 1286.
Three Snuff Bottles and a Souvenir, China, a cylindrical porcelain
bottle painted in iron red with Zhong Kui and bats, Guangxu mark to the
1279. base; a malachite bottle in flattened hu shape carved with intertwining
Two Glass Snuff Bottles, China, one of flattened oblong shape, chi dragons; an amethyst bottle carved in relief with fish, pavilions, and
painted inside with flowers of the four seasons, signed “Hongtian Yan crashing waves; and a French souvenir of the Eiffel Tower, lg. 3 1/8, 2
shi,” seal, coral stopper; the other of smaller scale, rectangular shape, 3/8, 2 1/4, 1 3/4 in.
finely painted interior with goldfish swimming amidst seaweed, dated $150-250
bingwu year, glass stopper, lg. 2 1/2, 1 5/8 in.
$200-300
1291 1292
1288
1290
1295 1296
1294
1297
1293
1300
1298
1299 1301
1302 1306
1304
1303
1305
1288. 1297.
Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, the cylindrical body painted in Jade Snuff Bottle, China, the flattened pear-shaped body carved in
polychrome enamels in a continuous fashion with Zhong Kui riding on relief with carp and ruyi sprig above craving waves, the stone of semi-
horseback while his sister travels on a cart carried by ghosts, “Zhi Shan translucent white and emerald green color, flat agate stopper, lg. 2 1/4
Tang Zhi” mark to the base, jade stopper, lg. 2 1/2 in. in.
$200-300 $200-300
1289. 1298.
Blue and White Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, the ovoid body
Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, the cylindrical body painted in green
painted in underglaze blue with figures engaged in various activities in a
and aubergine enamels with two ferocious dragons traveling amidst
landscape setting, rockery to the rounded base, ht. 1 7/8 in.
flaming clouds in iron red and incised crashing wave patterns, carved
$200-300
stopper, Qianlong six-character mark in underglaze blue to the base,
lg. 3 in.
$200-300 1299.
Two Jade Items, China, 19th century, a jadeite snuff bottle in oblong
form, together with a cosmetic box with two pale celadon jade plaques
1290. set on brass filigree mounts, lg. 2 1/4, dia. 1 1/2 in. (jade 7/8 in.)
Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, of flattened hu shape, $100-150
painted to each side in polychrome enamel with red and green dragons
contending a flaming pearl amidst incised wave patterns, lotus scrolls
on a yellow ground to the sides, Qianlong mark in iron red to the base, 1300.
rose quartz stopper, wood stand, lg. 2 3/8 in. Jade Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, of flattened hu shape, one
$200-300 side carved in medium relief with an Immortal and attendant under an
overarching pine tree, boating scene to the reverse, the jade of gray-
white color, coral stopper, ht. 2 1/4 in.
1291. $1,500-2,500
Opal Snuff Bottle, China, of flattened ovoid shape, carved in relief with
a phoenix and a dragon, copper stopper, lg. 2 1/8 in.
$200-300 1301.
Jade Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, of flattened rounded shape,
carved in relief with patterns imitating a fish basket, the stone of white
1292. color, agate stopper, lg. 1 7/8 in.
Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, of hu shape, painted in famille rose $300-500
palette with a cartouche of birds perched on peony branches to one
side, and quail resting on a grassy ground next to iris branches to the
other, Daoguang mark in iron red to the base, domed jade stopper, lg. 1302.
2 5/8 in. Interior-painted Snuff Bottle, China, early 20th century, figures in a
$200-300 interior scene, signed “Yong Shou,” lg. 2 1/2 in.
$100-150
1293.
Overlay Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, of flattened rounded 1303.
shape, each side with overlay dark brown on white glass design of a Ivory Snuff Bottle, China, early 20th century, double gourd form,
panel enclosing plum blossoms, coral stopper, lg. 1 7/8 in. surface engraved with children playing, and extensive poems in
microscopic writing, lg. 2 3/8 in.
$200-300
$100-150
1294.
1304.
Rock Crystal Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, of flattened oblong
Peking Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, glass colored to look
shape, pink tourmaline stopper, lg. 2 1/2 in. like carnelian, lg. 2 1/2 in.
$200-300 $100-150
1295. 1305.
Glass Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, of flattened oblong shape, Carved Walnut Shell Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, surface carved
finely painted to the interior with a boatman in a mountainous landscape with gourd plants in relief, coral stopper, lg. 1 1/2 in.
to one side, and a bird perched on plum branches to the other, $100-150
inscribed “Mid-summer in xinmao year, made by Zhou Leyuan in
Beijing,” red seal, corresponding to year 1891, jade stopper, lg. 2 1/4
in. 1306.
$200-300 Interior-painted Snuff Bottle, China, figures of women in garden
scenes, signed “Ting Kui Ling,” dated 1977, lg. 2 1/2 in.
$100-150
1309
1310
1307. 1313.
Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, late 19th/early 20th century, famille rose Three Porcelain Snuff Bottles, China, a blue and yellow pear-shaped
design of children playing, Qianlong mark to the base, lg. 3 in. bottle painted with a dragon and a phoenix traveling amidst clouds,
$100-150 Kangxi mark to the base, a cylindrical bottle painted in good humor with
a cat watching a butterfly in a garden, and a flattened hu-shaped blue
and white bottle decorated with an array of seals, Qianlong mark to the
1308. base, ht. 3, 3 3/4, 2 3/8 in.
Mother-of-pearl Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, one side carved $100-150
with a peach tree and bats, the reverse with the palace of the dragon
king, lg. 2 1/2 in.
1314.
$100-150
Five Snuff Bottles, China, two agate bottles carved in medium relief
with double carp and a birds and flower motif, a cinnabar bottle
finely carved to both sides with ladies and attendants in gardens and
1309. pavilions, a Yixing bottle, and an oblong ceramic bottle, lg. 2, 2 1/8, 2
Turquoise Snuff Bottle, China, 18th/19th century, heart shaped, 1/4, 2 1/8, 2 1/2 in.
surface carved in relief with a squirrel and grape design, coral stopper, $100-150
lg. 2 1/4 in.
$400-600
1315.
Two Soapstone Seals, China, of rectangular shape, one ochre and
1310. carved to two sides, the other orange and carved to four sides, both lg.
Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, court scene in famille rose 1 3/4 in.
enamels, Xianfeng mark to the base, lg. 2 1/2 in. $200-300
$100-150
1316.
Four Assorted Items, China, including a fan, four porcelain snuff
1311.
bottles with erotic themes, and a sliding panel with inlaid design of a
Porcelain Snuff Bottle, China, 19th century, decorated with foo dogs
couple in a rustic landscape, lg. 10 1/4, 3, 2 3/4, 2 5/8, 3 1/8, 6 3/4 x
in iron red, lg. 2 3/4 in.
4 1/2 in.
$100-150 $200-250
1312. 1317.
Two Agate Snuff Bottles, China, 19th century, both of ovoid form, one Three Snuff Bottles, two porcelain, one of ge-type, the other of pale
carved in relief with monkey group, the other with undecorated surface pink color with red streaking, and an agate bottle with incised flowers
showing the unique natural pattern of the stone, jade stoppers, lg. 2 on both sides, ht. 2 3/8, 2 3/4, 2 in.
1/4, 2 3/8 in. $200-300
$200-300
1318.
Six Snuff Bottles, China, blue and white porcelain, cloisonné, glass,
ivory, and two marbled stone bottles, lg. 2 7/8, 2 1/2, 2 7/8, 2 3/8, 2
1/8, 2 in.
$100-150
1320
1319. 1321.
Framed Fan, China, 19th century, ink and colors on paper fan, Two Taoist Drawings, China, 19th century, line drawings on paper,
depiction of a recluse under a pine tree in a rocky landscape, inscribed, each depicting the origin of a Taoist Immortal, inscribed, one seal each,
signed “Zhengming,” dated shensi year, with one seal, framed and 10 3/4 x 16 1/2 in.
glazed, 6 5/8 x 20 1/2 in. $200-300
$300-500
1322.
1320. Two Framed Paintings, China, Southern Song dynasty, 12th-13th
Framed Fan, China, 19th century, line drawing on paper of a female century, ink and colors on silk, fragments of an apple blossom painting,
Immortal, inscribed, signed “Qian Zhiding,” framed and glazed, 13 1/2 framed and glazed, 15 x 6, 6 3/4 x 4 3/4 in.
x 13 in. $400-600
$200-300
1324.
Framed Painting, China, 19th century, ink and colors on silk,
butterfly and flowers, framed and glazed, 7 x 5 in.
$200-300
1325.
Framed Painting, China, late 18th/early 19th century, ink
and colors on silk, depiction of elegant ladies in a pavilion in a
garden, framed and glazed, 30 x 15 1/4 in.
$300-500
1326.
Framed Painting, China, 19th century, ink and colors on silk,
blue and green landscape with two recluses, inscribed, with one
seal, 7 1/4 x 8 1/2 in.
1323 $200-300
1326
1324
1327.
Framed Calligraphy Couplet, Shen Baozhen (1820-1879), reads
“Shuai li dao ren xue bai zhi xing, bo xue duo shi fang li qi shan”
(Practicing social etiquette and philanthropy shapes one’s spotless
nature; Achieving erudition and versatility contributes to the appreciation
of the merit of things), signed, two seals, mounted with brocade
borders, framed and glazed, 61 x 8, 73 x 13 1/4 in. (frame).
N.B. Shen Baozhen was a high official during the late Qing dynasty. In
1847 he achieved the highest degree in the Imperial Examinations (ke
ju) and was later involved in the suppression of the Taiping Rebellion
together with Zeng Guofan. He also played an important role in the
Modernization movement in late 19th century in China. Shen’s family
was well connected, other dignitaries include Lin Zexu, his father-in-law.
$400-600
1327 (2)
1330
1329
1332
1328. 1331.
Modern Painting, Tao Shoubo (b. 1901), ink and colors on paper, still Fan Calligraphy, China, in cursive script Su Shi’s poem “Remembering
life with a cabbage, carrot, peppers, and mushrooms in the boneless the Red Cliff, to the tune of Nian Nu Jiao,” signed, dedicated to Mr.
style, signed “Tao Shoubo,” with four seals, dated the third month of Zuhai, with three seals, framed and glazed, 10 1/2 x 18 1/2 in.
yihai year (1995), dedicated to Mr. Zuhai, framed and glazed, 14 x 23 $250-350
in.
$200-300
1332.
Modern Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, depiction of a bird,
1329.
signed, inscribed, dedicated to Mr. Zuhai, and with two seals, framed
Modern Painting, Tao Shoubo (b. 1901), ink and colors on paper,
and glazed, 13 1/2 x 17 3/4 in.
depiction of plum blossoms, inscribed, signed “Shoubo” with two seals,
$300-500
framed and glazed, 23 x 11 in.
N.B. Tao Shoubo has the reputation of being “Mei Wang” (king of plum
paintings) in Taiwan. 1333.
$200-300 Modern Painting, China, ink sketch on paper of a Tibetan monk
standing in front of a stone gate, dedicated to Mr. Shen, signed
“painted by Yi Kai at the China Gallery in Los Angeles,” framed and
1330. glazed, 17 1/2 x 12 in.
Framed Painting, Tao Yunlou (1898-1964), ink and colors on paper, $250-350
depiction of a mountainous landscape with pines and pavilions, signed,
inscribed, dated 1962, with one seal, framed and glazed, 21 1/2 x 15
in.
$300-500
1333
1335
1334. 1336.
Modern Painting, Chen Juanfu and Wu Yongxiang, ink and colors on Modern Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, scene of a village
paper, depiction of a cat playing on the ground, dedicated to Zuhai vendor giving red apples to children, dated 1996, inscribed, dedicated
and Zou Yun, signed “Cat by Chen Juanfu and landscape by Wu to Mr. Zuhai, with two seals, framed and glazed, 18 x 17 1/2 in.
Yongxiang,” with two seals, framed and glazed, 12 x 16 3/4 in. $200-300
$200-300
1337.
1335. Woodblock Print, Wu Hao, a village scene with cottages under an elm
Calligraphy Panel, transcription of a section of the “Heart Sutra,” tree, signed “Wu Hao” in pencil, dated 1972, edition 26/30, 21 x 32 in.
signed “Baishi jingcheng,” dedicated to Ms. Zou Yun, with five seals, 8 $250-350
1/2 x 35 3/4 in.
$250-350
1338
1338. 1339.
Calligraphy Panel, Wei Jingmeng (1907-1982), in running script, Calligraphy Panel, China, in standard script on “Mr. Zhu Boling’s
inscribed, signed “Wei Jingmeng,” dated the third month in dingyi year mottos on keeping a home,” signed, dated xinwei year, with three seals,
(1979), with three seals, framed, 23 1/2 x 26 in. framed, 12 3/4 x 31 1/4 in.
$300-400 $300-400
1341
1340
1340. 1341.
Calligraphy Panel, China, in running script, with red ink painting of Calligraphy Panel, Cai Rongtang, in cursive script, inscribed, signed,
bamboo, signed, inscribed, and with two seals, dated yichou year, and with one seal, framed and glazed, 26 1/2 x 18 3/4 in.
dedicated to Zuhai, framed, 51 1/4 x 19 1/4 in. $300-400
$250-350
1346
1342.
Calligraphy Panel, standard script, inscribed, signed “Wu Zeliang,”
dated summer of xinwei year in Guangdong, with two seals, framed
and glazed, 25 1/2 x 17 in.
$300-400
1343.
Set of Four Calligraphy Panels, Shen Jinmian (1887-1942),
calligraphy in standard script written in grids, inscribed, signed
“Jinmian,” dated the fifth month in guiyou year (1933), with three
seals, framed and glazed, 33 x 14 in.
$400-600
1344.
Fan Calligraphy, Shen Jinmian (1887-1942), calligraphy in cursive
script on a fan, inscribed, signed “Jinmian,” dated the fourth month
in wuyin year (1938), with one seal, framed and glazed, 20 x 8 in.
$200-300
1345.
Hanging Scroll, China, Liu Dajiang (b. 1928), ink and colors on
paper, Lake View on a Midsummer Day, signed “Dajiang,” with one
seal, dated renshen year, recorded in the margins as given by Liu
Jimin to Mr. Zuhai, 26 x 25 1/2 in.
$250-350
1347
1346.
Hanging Scroll, China, ink on paper, Leaping Horse, inscribed and
dedicated to Mr. Shen, dated a summer day in guihai year, with four
seals, 52 x 25 1/2 in.
$300-500
1347.
Calligraphy, Wei Jingmeng (1907-1982), running script, dated dingji
year (1977), signed and with one seal, dedicated to Mr. Zuhai, 37 x 23
1/2 in.
1348.
Calligraphy, Cheng Ji (1912-2005), running script, signed “Cheng Ji,”
with one seal, dated 1986, dedicated to Mr. Zuhai, 50 x 13 in.
$200-300
1349.
Hanging Scroll, Zou Yuguang, ink and light colors on paper, depiction
of chrysanthemum and bamboo, signed and with one seal, dedicated
to Ms. Zou Yun, 27 x 17 in.
$200-300 1352
1350. 1352.
Hanging Scroll, Chen Qikuan (1921-2007), depiction of six monkeys Calligraphy, Dong Zuobin (1895-1963), oracle bone inscription in red
in good humor, ink on paper, abstract style, signed and with one seal, ink, inscribed, signed, with four seals, dated 1943, dedicated to Mr.
dedicated to Mr. Zuhai and his wife, 9 x 11 1/2 in. Zuhai, 38 x 5 3/4 in.
$300-500
N.B. Dong Zuobin, the pioneer scholar in oracle bone inscription, was
the archaeologist who first found oracle bones at the Ruins of Yin (from
1351. Shang dynasty) in the Xiaodun village in Anyang, and organized the
Hanging Scroll, Xu Ying, ink and light colors on paper, depiction of a excavation of the site in the 1920s and 30s. Dong was also among the
mountainous landscape, signed and with one seal, dated a winter day first group of archaeologists who found the site of Longshan culture in
in jiawu year (1954), dedicated to Mr. Zuhai, 22 x 12 in. Shandong province, China.
$250-350 $250-350
1356 (2)
1353. 1355.
Modern Painting, Zhu erzhen, ink and colors on silk, depiction of a Calligraphy Couplet, Wang Zhimeng, standard script, reads “Zhong
standing lady in red, signed and with one seal, dedicated to Zou Yun, hou liu you yu di bu, he ping yang wu xian tian ji,” dedicated to Mr.
19 x 11 in. Zuhai, signed, three seals in total, dated a spring day in gengshen year
$250-350 (1980), 53 x 13 in.
$200-300
1354.
Two Loose Paintings, China, ink and colors on paper, a depiction of a 1356.
Pekingese dog and one of a panda, both dated 1993, signed and with Calligraphy Couplet, Dong Zuobin (1895-1963), oracle bone
two and one seals respectively, 26 1/2 x 13 1/4, 13 x 17 1/2 in. inscription in black ink and with corresponding characters in standard
$200-300 script, signed and with two seals, dated spring in xinmao year (1951),
43 x 8 1/2 in.
$250-350
1358.
Painting Album, Chen Dingshan (1897-1987), nine
leaves, ink and colors or ink on paper, depiction of a
recluse in various landscape settings, inscribed, signed,
and stamped, each painting accompanied by a leaf of
calligraphy done by cultural luminaries such as Wang
Yachen (1894-1983), Ying Yeping (1910-1990), Wang
Jiqian (C.C. Wang) (1907-2003), and He Tianjian (1891-
1977), among others, all signed and stamped, dated
around 1950s, signed and stamped to the cover page,
9 x 6 (leaves), 12 x 7 in. (album).
$500-700
1358 (partial)
1359.
Painting Album, China, ink and colors or ink on paper, all dedicated to “Ma Li Zhu Ren,” dated
spring in bingzi year (1936), including paintings by Xu Beihong (1894-1953), Huang Binhong
(1864-1955), Zhu Qizhan (1892-1996), Wang Yachen (1894-1983), Chen Renhao (1908-1976),
Zhu Wenhou (1895-1961), Xu Peiji (1909-1970), Zhu Lesan (1902-1984), and Ma Gongyu (1890-
1969), on various motifs, signed, some stamped, twenty-six leaves in total, 11 1/4 x 14 in.
$1,000-1,500
Lots 1360-1419 – The Painting and Calligraphy Collection In the winter of 1948, Wang went to Taiwan, then moved to Hong
of P.Y. Wang (1893-1977) Kong afterwards. He moved to New York in 1954. All through his
life, Wang was intensely interested in Chinese painting and calligraphy.
Born in Zhejiang province in 1893, P.Y. (Pah-Yuen) Wang apprenticed He made friends with the artists of his day and was accomplished in
in a gold shop from a young age, and accumulated original capital calligraphy himself. In his eldest son N.T. Wang’s memoir, My Nine
Lives (2001), N.T. fondly remembers his father, “He impressed upon me
by trading gold. Although there were no contracts and cash deposit
that a person’s calligraphy was a window to that person. A few strokes
at that time, Wang established an impeccable reputation and earned
revealed much about the calligraphy...Father’s critical ability in selecting
respect from peers by always paying even when suffering a loss. His
works of art improved with experience. His collection was constantly
outstanding credibility enabled him to conduct some rather large
shifting, and swelling with new acquisitions and replacements. He had
transactions despite limited resources. Wang opened his own gold
personal associations with a number of contemporary painters and
shop, Yu Fa Yong, in Shanghai in 1921. Later that year, when gold calligraphers and would spend many hours every week with artists
prices fell to rock bottom, Wang took out bank loans with all his assets like Wu Hufan and Feng Chaoran as they searched for signs of fakery
as collateral and took in a lion’s share of gold in the Shanghai market among the wares presented by salesman. He liked to watch these and
on the belief that inflation of currency and rising gold prices would other artists paint their own works and then beg them to sell him the
be inevitable. After the announcement that the dollar price would be new pieces.”
adjusted, gold prices in the international market rose abruptly. Wang
made a huge fortune from this and he was henceforth known as “the This sale features more than fifty fan paintings and calligraphic works
Gold King,” on par with “the Bond King” Yang Shousheng. done by Zhang Gunian (b. 1903), Wu Hufan (1894-1963), Liu Haisu
(1896-1994), Liang Qichao (1873-1928), Chen Dingshan (1896-1989),
Later on, Wang invested in and took over the reorganization of the Land Feng Chaoran (1882-1954), Lu Hui (Lianfushi) (1851-1920), Wu Guandai
Bank, inviting luminaries of the finance circle, Qin Runqing, Xu Jiqing, (1862-1929), Shen Meisou (1849-1923), Gu Linshi (1865-1930), Fan
and Li Ming, among others, to join the board. His steadfast style in Haolin (1885-1962), Ma Shouhua (1893-1977), Pang Yuanji (1864-
managing the bank and successful management during several crises 1949), and Ding Fuzhi (1879-1949), to name a few, together with a blue
gradually earned him the reputation of a reliable businessman. and green mountainous landscape done by Zhang Daqian (1899-1983)
in 1953, a watercolor still life by Wang Jiyuan (1893-1975), and several
While solidifying his enterprise in banking, Wang ventured into other old handscrolls.
fields and his primary decentralized investment was in real estate
and the insurance business. He also showed great enthusiasm in One of the highlighted lots is 1367, an album of twenty-five leaves,
supporting domestic industry and small businesses by investing and done on the occasion of Boyuan’s birthday celebration. The impressive
giving out generous loans. album includes Zhang Daqian’s ten leaves of mountainous landscapes
with pavilions and pines plus six leaves of calligraphy, Wang Yachen’s
Some of Wang’s investments were purely motivated by his desire to (1894-1983) two leaves of bird and flower painting (1973), Tao
preserve national treasures. He had a deep friendship with Zhang Shoubo’s (1902-1997) four leaves of prunus branches (1974), C.C.
Daqian and his colleagues. Witnessing the weakening of the art of the Wang (1907-2003) and his wife Zheng Yuansu’s (1910-2003) two
painted and calligraphied fan, Wang sponsored Zhang’s opening of the leaves of pine and mountains, among others.
Great Fortune Fan Shop on Nanjing Road.
P.Y. Wang passed away in 1977 at the age of 84. C.C. Wang bought
and assisted with the sale of part of his art collection, some of which
was purchased by the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
1360. 1361.
Modern Painting, Zhang Daqian (1899-1983), colors on paper, Calligraphy Couplet, Wu Zishen (1893-1972), “Dou shi shi an ju, jia
depiction of blue and green mountains, dated a summer day in guiyi bin gong lai zhuo” (tiny room is still a sweet home, honorable guests
year (1953), inscribed “Boyuan dao di fa jiao, Daqian di Zhang Yuan,” come and drink together), dated the winter of xinchou year (1961),
with one seal, 16 1/2 x 14 1/4 in. with prunus branches in light color, inscribed and dedicated to Wang
$1,000-1,500 Boyuan, signed, and with two seals, 34 1/2 x 7 1/2 in.
$200-300
1362. 1364.
Calligraphy Couplet, Ma Muxuan, “Chun ri tong he shuo shuang fang Handscroll, China, 19th century copy, “Denghuai yuan jing ji tu” (Fine
shu, nan shan zheng gao bei hai du shen” (the spring sun harmonizing Collection of Paintings of Chenghuai Garden), Huang Yue, ink and
and the glittering frost conflating, the south mountain comparing height light colors on paper, depiction of scholars gathering in pavilions on
and the north sea rivaling depth), dated the spring of jiachen year a late Spring day amongst mountain and water landscapes, signed
(1964), inscribed and dedicated to Wang Boyuan, signed, and two “Zuotian Huang Yue zhi tu,” with one seal of “Zuotian”; title page signed
seals, 55 x 8 1/2 in. “Gengsheng zhai ju shi, Hong Liangji ti,” with two seals; colophon
$200-300 recording the occasion of the gathering, signed “Wu Xiqi shi,” and two
seals, dated the seventh day of the sixth month of Jiaqing wuwu year
(1798) in the colophon, jade clasp, 84 x 8 in.
1363. $400-600
Calligraphy, Wu Hufan (1894-1968), inscription “Liang He San Jue,”
dated the eleventh month of xinwei year (1931), title page to Liu
Yangchong’s “Miao Hui San Jie,” 45 x 12 1/2 in.
$100-150
1365.
Handscroll, Zhang Ruocheng (1722-1770), “Le quan jing she tu” (Painting of the Elegant Studio of Lequan), ink on paper, depiction of a
contemplative scholar outside his studio in a rustic landscape, with inscriptions by Zhang Taiming, Jiang Pu (1708-1761), Hui Tian, and Jie Fu, four
seals; title page, three seals; preface, calligraphy on silk, dated February of gengchen year (1760), recording the origin of the name of Le quan studio,
Zhang Taikai (?-1774), two seals; a separate section of inscriptions in various calligraphic scripts dedicated to the owner of Lequan Studio, from well-
known figures in the literati class in mid-Qing, Jiang Hening, Nuo Min, Qin Baili, Bian Jizu, Ji Yun (1724-1805), Shen Shi, Qian Daxin (1728-1804),
Zhu Gui, Gu Guangxu (1731-1797), Ji Mengxiong, Weng Fanggang, Qian Dajing, Wang Yongxi, Zhu Yeyuan; a section of inscriptions by Qian Zai,
Huang Wuzi (two seals), Huang Sizi (three seals), Huang Liuzi (four seals), Jin Sheng, Liu Quanzhi (1739-1818) (three seals), dated the summer of
dingji year (1797), one collector’s seal; inscription by po meng ju shi Sun Zutong (1894-1937) (two seals), dated the winter of gengwu year (1930), the
scroll remounted by Sun Zutong in the seventh month, autumn of xinwei year (1931), 221 x 12 in.
$500-700
1366.
Album Leaves, Zhang Du (1830-1904), twelve album leaves,
wood covers, ink or ink and colors on paper, twelve landscape
paintings imitating ancient masters’ styles and brushstrokes,
each signed, inscribed, and with one seal, the last page
recording the purpose of the album, dated the sixth month of
the third year of Guangxu reign (1884), signed “Bao shu lao
ren Zhang Du,” two seals, 12 1/2 x 6 7/8 in.
$400-600
1368.
Painting Album, Yan Yu, dated the eleventh year in Jiaqing reign, corresponding to 1806,
ink or ink and light colors on paper, twelve leaves, depiction of various landscape scenes of
the four seasons, inscribed, signed “Xiangfu,” “Xiangfu Yu,” or “Yu,” artist’s seals of “Yu,” or
“Xiangfu,” wood covers, 6 x 4 3/4 in.
$1,000-1,500
1369. 1370.
Fan Painting, Gu Linshi (1865-1930), ink and colors on fan, rocky Modern Painting, Wang Jiyuan (1893-1975), watercolor on paper, still
landscape with pines, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed, dated life with peach and a jar, dated the beginning of the summer of bingwu
spring in renxu year (1922), and with one seal, 7 1/4 x 19 3/4 in. year (1966), inscribed, signed, one seal, framed and glazed, 15 1/4 x
$300-500 22, 20 x 32 in.
$100-150
1370
1372.
Fan Painting, Feng Chaoran (1882-1954), Xie Peisheng, ink painting of
a mountainous landscape to one side, and ink and colors of a butterfly
flying across a lotus pond to the other, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed,
signed, dated summer in jiashen (1944) and autumn in jiaxu (1934) year,
five seals in total, ivory guardsticks.
$400-600
1373.
Fan Painting, Ma Wanli (1904-1979), ink and colors on fan, depicting
bamboo and flowers, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed, with
two seals, the other side with calligraphy on gold splashed paper,
signed “Qian Gen,” with one seal, carved inscriptions to the bamboo
guardsticks.
$300-400
1374.
Fan Painting, Wu Zhi (1878-1949) and Zhu Zumou (1857-1932), ink
on fan, cottages in a mountainous landscape, inscribed, signed, dated
a summer day in renxu year (1922), with one seal, calligraphic writing
in standard script to the other side, dedicated to “the master of Yi
Guan Xuan,” signed “Zu Mo,” with one seal, carved inscriptions to the
bamboo guardsticks.
$600-800
1372 (2)
1375.
Fan Painting, ink and colors on fan, prunus branches, dedicated to
Boyuan, inscribed, signed “Anji Wu Dong(?),” with one seal, the other
side with calligraphy in running script, with one seal, both dated renwu
year (1942), carved inscriptions to the bamboo guardsticks.
$300-500
1376.
Fan Painting, Pang Yuanji (1864-1949), ink on fan, a cottage in a misty
landscape, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed, dated the eighth
month in xinsi year (1941), with three seals, calligraphic writing the other
side, with one seal.
$300-400
1373 (2)
1374 (2)
1376 (partial)
1375 (partial)
1377.
Fan Painting, Fu Tienian (1886-1947), ink and colors on fan, prunus branches and
bamboo, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed “Qian Nian Fuzhu,” with one seal, the
other side with calligraphy in running script, with one seal, both dated guiwei year (1943),
carved inscriptions to the bamboo guardsticks.
$250-350
1378.
Fan Painting, Wang Daxiong, ink on fan, line drawing of a scholar and attendant in front
of a studio, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed, with one seal, the other side with
calligraphy in seal script, signed “Zhang Saiweng,” with one seal, both dated renwu year
(1942).
$200-300
1379.
Fan Painting, Pang Yuanji (1864-1949) and Liang Qichao (1873-1928), ink on fan, misty
landscape, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed “Yuanji,” dated yichou year (1925),
with four seals, the other side with calligraphic writing, signed “Liang Qichao,” with one
seal, dated the fourth month in bingyin year(1926), carved inscriptions to the bamboo
guardsticks.
$500-700
1380.
Fan Painting, Feng Chaoran (1882-1954) and Wu Yusheng (1854-1940), ink and colors
on fan, depiction of the Three Friends of Winter, dedicated to “the master of Yi Guan
Xuan,” inscribed, signed, dated jiazi year (1924), with one seal, calligraphy writing to the
other side, signed “Wu Yusheng,” with one seal.
N.B. Wu Yusheng was the last Grand Military Minister of State in Qing dynasty. He was
Kang Youwei’s (1858-1927) teacher.
$600-800
1381.
Fan Calligraphy, Liu Haisu (1896-1994), calligraphic writing, dated the second month in
gengyin year (1950), signed “Haisu,” with two seals, landscape painting in ink and colors
to the other side, inscribed, signed “Yiqiao,” with one seal.
$300-500
1380 (2)
1381 (2)
1382.
Fan Painting, Wu Guandai (1862-1929), ink and colors on fan, depiction of a scholar boating in a creek
under willow trees, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed, with one seal, calligraphic writing in running
script to the other side, with two seals, dated renxu year (1922).
$300-400
1383.
Fan Calligraphy, Wu Guandai (1862-1929), calligraphy in running script on fan, dedicated to Boyuan,
signed, with one seal, ink painting on prunus branches to the other side, inscribed, signed “Yunhe,”
dated a summer day in gengshen year (1920), with one seal.
$250-350
1384.
Fan Painting, Wu Guandai (1862-1929) and Shen Meisou (1849-1923), ink and colors on fan, depiction
of a mountainous landscape with pavilions and pines, dedicated to “the master of Yi Guan Xuan,”
inscribed, signed “Wu Guandai,” dated guihai year (1923) with one seal, calligraphic writing in standard
script to the other side, signed “Meisou,” with one seal.
$300-400
1385.
Fan Painting, Ma Shouhua (1893-1977), ink on fan, bamboo and rockery, dedicated to Boyuan,
inscribed, signed, dated summer in guiwei year (1943), with one seal, calligraphic writing in running script
to the other side, with one seal, dated autumn in jiashen year (1944).
Note: Ma Shouhua was considered the founding member of the legislative system in Taiwan. He was
also a renowned calligrapher.
$300-500
1386.
Fan Painting, Gu Linshi (1865-1930) and Wu Changshuo (1844-1927), ink and colors on fan, pine and
prunus on rockery, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed “Xijin Gu Linzhi,” dated winter in xinyou year
(1921), with one seal, calligraphic writing in seal script to the other side, signed “Wu Changshuo,” with
two seals, dated summer in renxu year (1922).
$500-700
1384 (2)
1386 (2)
1387. 1391.
Fan Painting, ink on fan, momei painting to one side, dedicated to Fan Painting, Fan Haolin (1885-1962), and Lv Jingduan (1859-1930),
Boyuan, inscribed, signed, dated the sixth month in jiashen year (1944), ink and colors on fan, recluse fishing near a creek, dedicated to
with one seal, calligraphy on gold paper by Cheng Ziyi (1897-1967) to Boyuan, inscribed, signed “Shaoyun Fan Haolin,” dated the fifth month
the other side, signed, with one seal, gilt-lacquered guardsticks. in xinyou year (19), with two seals, calligraphic writing to the other side,
$250-350 signed “Lv Jingduan,” with three seals.
$300-500
1388. 1392.
Fan Painting, Zhu Jingbo, ink on fan, magnolia branches, dedicated Fan Painting, Feng Chaoran (1882-1954) and Wang Luonian (1870-
to Boyuan, inscribed, signed, dated the sixth month in wuchen year 1925), ink and colors on fan, pomegranate, dedicated to Boyuan,
(1928), with one seal, calligraphy in standard script to the other side, inscribed, signed “Feng Chaoran,” inscribed and signed by “Shouping,”
signed “He Yugong,” with one seal. three seals in total; ink painting on recluses in a mountainous landscape
$250-350 to the other side, inscribed, signed “Wang Luonian,” with one seal, both
dated gengshen year (1920).
$300-500
1389.
1393.
Fan Painting, Qin Qingzeng, ink and light colors on fan, boating scene,
Fan Painting, Zhang Gunian (b. 1903) and Chen Taoyi (1881-1946),
dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed, dated gengshen year (1920),
ink on fan, wintry landscape, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed
with four seals, calligraphic writing to the other side, signed, with three “Zhang Gunian,” dated the second summer in yiyou year (1945), with
seals. three seals, calligraphic writing in running style to the other side, signed
$250-350 “Chen Taoyi,” dated the ninth month in guiwei year (1943), with one
seal.
$300-400
1390.
Fan Painting, Gu Linshi (1865-1930), ink and colors on fan, 1394.
mountainous landscape with willows, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, Fan Painting, Wu Hufan (1894-1963), ink and colors on fan, sunrise
signed “Xijin Gu Linzhi,” dated the second month in gui (?) year (192?), on the sea, gift to Boyuan during the artist’s stay in the U.S., inscribed,
with one seal, calligraphic writing in bold style to the other side, signed, signed, dated the fourth month in dingmao year (1927), with one seal,
with one seal. the other side with calligraphic writing in running script, signed, with one
$300-500 seal, carved inscriptions to the bamboo guardsticks.
$800-1,000
1392 (2)
1394 (2)
1395.
Fan Painting, Weng (?)qi and Zhu Xiaozang (1857-1931), ink and light colors on fan, wintry landscape
with cottages and mountains, dedicated to “the master of Yi Guan Xuan,” inscribed, signed “Weng (?)qi,”
dated the eighth month in renxu year (1922), with one seal, the other side with calligraphic writing, signed
“Xiaozang,” with one seal, carved inscriptions to the bamboo guardsticks.
$300-500
1396.
Two Fan Paintings, Wang Tingjue, ink and colors on fan, peony branches, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed,
signed, dated summer in bingyin year (1926), with one seal, the other side with calligraphic writing in seal
script, with two seals; the other fan with one side painted with prunus branches by Wang Tingjue, ink and
colors on fan, inscribed, signed “Cang Lang Wai Shi,” dated summer in jiashen year (1944), with two seals,
the other side with seal script calligraphy, signed “(?) Sun,” with one seal.
$300-400
1397.
Fan Painting, Zhu Meibang, ink and colors on fan, scholars playing chess in a pavilion in an autumn
landscape, inscribed, signed, dated summer in jiashen year (1944), with one seal, the other side with
calligraphic writing in seal script, dedicated to Boyuan, signed, dated summer in yiyou year (1945), with two
seals, carved inscriptions to the bamboo guardsticks.
$200-300
1398.
Fan Calligraphy, Lu Hui (Lianfushi) (1851-1920), calligraphy on gold paper on fan, inscribed, signed
“Lianfu,” dated the sixth month of bingwu year (1906), with two seals, the other side with an ink and color
painting on the gathering of scholars at Tao Yuan, inscribed, signed, dated, and with one seal.
$400-600
1399.
Fan Painting, Yu Yuan, ink and colors on fan, landscape and pavilions to one side, and a recluse
meditating on a mountaintop to the other, dedicated to “the master of Yi Guan Xuan,” inscribed, signed,
dated the sixth month of renxu year (1922), four seals in total.
$250-350
1398 (2)
1399 (2)
1400. 1403.
Fan Painting, ink and colors on gold-flecked paper on fan, prunus Fan Painting, Pu Renyi, ink and colors on fan, a recluse crossing a
branches, inscribed, signed “Yu Shan Wu Yun,” with two seals, the bridge in a mountainous landscape, dedicated to “Qingfen ren xiong,”
other side with calligraphic writing in standard script on gold paper, inscribed, signed, dated the third month in wuxu year (1898), with two
signed “(?) Qijin,” dated summer in guiyou year, with two seals. seals, the other side with plain gold-flecked paper.
$300-500 $250-350
1401. 1404.
Fan Painting, ink and colors on fan, loquat and peony, dedicated to Fan Calligraphy, Wu Yinpei (1851-1931), calligraphy on gold-flecked
Boyuan, inscribed, signed, dated summer in gengshen year (1920), with paper on fan, dated yiwei year (1895), with one seal, the other side
one seal, the other side with calligraphic writing, signed “Da He Shan finely painted in ink and color on gold paper with a verdant landscape
Ren Zheng Wen(?),” with two seals, carved inscriptions to the bamboo scene, inscribed, signed “Yangquan,” dated winter in jiawu year (1894).
guardsticks. $300-500
$200-300
1405.
1402. Fan Painting, China, late 19th/early 20th century, ink and colors on
Fan Painting, China, Republican period, ink and colors on gold-flecked gold-flecked paper on fan, boating scene, dedicated to “Qingfen da
paper on fan, finely painted with elegant ladies reading in a garden, with ren,” inscribed, signed, with one seal, the other side with calligraphic
calligraphic writing on gold paper to the other side. writing on gold paper.
$300-400 $300-400
1402 (2)
1404 (2)
1406
1407
1406. 1409.
Fan Painting, Wu Hufan (1894-1963), ink and colors on fan, rock and Two Fan Paintings, Lu Hui (Lianfushi) (1851-1920), ink and light colors
creek, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed, dated the fourth month on fan, a leafy branch in the moonlight, with lengthy inscription, signed
in bingyin year (1926), with two seals, 7 1/8 x 20 1/2 in. “Lianfu,” with two seals; and peony branches, inscribed, signed “Lianfu
$400-600 Hui,” with four seals, 7 x 20 3/8, 7 x 20 1/2 in.
$600-800
1407.
Fan Painting, Chen Ziqing (1895-1946), ink and colors on fan, rocky 1410.
landscape with creek and trees, gift to Boyuan’s fortieth birthday, Fan Calligraphy, Shen Meisou (1849-1923), calligraphy on fan, running
inscribed, signed “Chen Ziqing zhu” and “Wu Hufan jie yin,” dated the script, dedicated to Boyuan, signed “Meisou,” with two seals, 7 3/8 x
fifth month in renshen year (1932), with one seal, 7 1/4 x 20 in. 19 3/4 in.
$300-500 $250-350
1408. 1411.
Fan Painting, Wu Guxiang (1848-1903), ink and colors on fan, in the Two Fans, Chen Zhaoxiong, calligraphy on fan, dedicated to “Bingheng
style of Zhao Songxue, two scholars conversing under a pine tree, ren xiong,” together with a fan painting, ink and colors on paper,
inscribed, signed, dated spring in bingxu year (1886), with one seal, 6 inscribed, signed, dated xinwei year (1931), with three seals, 7 x 20 1/2,
3/4 x 20 1/2 in. 7 x 21 3/8 in.
$600-800 $300-400
850
1409 (2)
1412. 1413.
Two Fans, early 20th century, calligraphy on fans, signed “Gui Mu Ju Hanging Scroll, Zhang Gunian (b. 1903), ink and light colors on paper,
Shi,” to one side, with one seal, signed “Yao Mengda” to the other, bamboo, dedicated to Boyuan couple, inscribed, signed, dated the
dated the tenth month of gengchen year, with one seal, 7 x 19 3/4, 7 x beginning of yimao year (1975), with five seals, 27 x 13 1/4 in.
20 1/2 in. $300-500
$200-300
1418
1414.
Modern Painting, Chen Dingshan (1896-1989), ink on paper, recluse
in a desolate landscape, dedicated to Boyuan, inscribed, signed
“Dingshan,” dated jiachen year (1964), with two seals, unmounted, 16
x 18 in.
$300-400
1415.
Calligraphy, Chen Chengkuan (1894-1958), calligraphy in standard
script on gold-flecked red paper, mounted as a hanging scroll,
dedicated to Boyuan, signed, dated mid-autumn in renchen year
(1952), 28 3/4 x 14 in.
$250-350
1415
1417.
Modern Painting, China, black and red ink on paper,
finger painting of prunus branches, signed, dated
summer in gengwu year, with two seals, 16 x 42 3/4 in.
$250-350
1418.
Calligraphy, Chen Dingshan (1896-1989), reads “Da
nian bas hi yi shou,” signed “Dingshan qi shi you qi”
(1972), with three seals, mounted as a hanging scroll,
51 3/4 x 11 in.
$250-350
1419.
Two Modern Paintings, Zhang Gunian (b. 1903), ink
and light colors on paper, depiction of mountainous
landscape surrounded by a sea of clouds, dated yiyi
year (1965), inscribed, signed, one seal; together with
a framed painting, ink and colors on canvas,depicting
a hermit traveling on horseback in a serene landscape,
one seal, 19 x 14 1/4, 13 1/2 x 11 in.
$300-400
1420.
Calligraphy Album, Qi Gong (1912-2005), consisting of
twenty-four album leaves, signed, with multiple seals on
each leaf, 1986, 10 1/2 x 6 3/4 in.
$8,000-12,000
1420 (partial)
1421
1423
1422
1422. 1423.
Modern Painting, Xu Beihong (1895-1953), ink and light colors on Modern Painting, Qi Baishi (1863-1957), ink and colors on paper,
paper, depicting two horses resting under a pine tree, inscribed, signed depiction of a tea brewing scene, inscribed, signed “Baishi lao ren,”
“Beihong,” dedicated to Mr. (?) Sheng, dated autumn in 1942, with two dedicated to Xuetao, with two seals of the artist, mounted in hanging
seals, mounted in hanging scroll format, 40 x 18 in. scroll format, 54 1/2 x 27 1/4 in.
N.B. Illustrated in Xian dai ming jia zhong guo hua quan ji - Xu Beihong, N.B. Wang Xuetao (1903-1982) was a modern painter specializing in
Gu Hao Xuan Publishing House, Hong Kong, 1993, p. 44. Certificate of the bird and flower genre. He was once a student of Qi Baishi.
authenticity from Ms. Liao Jingwen in 2006.
$6,000-8,000 Provenance: Bonham’s Hong Kong, Fine Chinese Paintings and 20th
Century and Contemporary Asian Art, December 2008.
$8,000-10,000
1426
1424.
Modern Painting, Shi Yunxiang (b. 1956), ink and colors on paper,
depiction of a mountainous landscape with pines and misty clouds,
signed, with one seal, 27 1/2 x 18 in.
$300-400
1425.
Modern Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, depiction of a lion
hiding behind a rock, signed “Xiong Songquan,” dated the third month
of yihai year (1935), with two seals, unmounted, 38 x 17 1/4 in.
$400-600
1425
1428
1426. 1427.
Modern Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, depiction of birds Modern Painting, Fang Chuxiong (b. 1950), ink and colors on paper,
and red leaves in the style of Teng Changyou, inscribed, signed “Daqian depiction of a lion and a cub in the wild, inscribed, signed “Chuxiong,”
ju shi Yuan at Dunhuang Mogao Grotto,” dated the ninth month of xinyi dated autumn in 1999, with one seal, 63 1/4 x 36 1/2 in.
year (1941), mounted in hanging scroll format, with three seals, 27 1/2 $300-500
x 12 1/4 in.
1429.
Hanging Scroll, China, 19th century, ink and colors on silk, depiction
of birds on flower branches and mandarin ducks by a lake, signed “Lv
Ji,” with one seal, 40 x 24 in.
$300-500
1430.
Hanging Scroll, China, ink on paper, depicting a gathering of scholars
in a cottage in a mountainous landscape, inscribed, signed “Lin wu 1430
Wang Su,” with two artist and three collector’s seals, 51 x 12 1/2 in.
$400-600
1431. 1433.
Hanging Scroll, China, ink and light colors on paper, depicting Three Chinese Prints, Su Xinping (b. 1960), Zui Hou de Ji Nian (The
Immortals engaged in various activities in a rocky landscape, signed “Zi Last Memory) I, V, and VI, edition 20/20, 13/18, and 12/14, signed in
Qing Zhang Zhiwan shu,” with eleven seals, 51 x 20 1/2 in. Chinese “Su Xinping” in pencil to the margin, dated 1997, all 25 3/4 x
$300-500 19 in.
$300-400
1432.
Chinese Lithograph, Su Xinping (b. 1960), Mu Yang Nv (Shepherdess), 1434.
edition 1/30, signed in Chinese “Su Xinping” in pencil to the margin, Chinese Lithograph, Su Xinping (b. 1960), Ying Jie Tai Yang
dated 1996, 25 1/4 x 19 1/2 in. (Embracing the Sun), AP, signed in Chinese “Su Xinping” in pencil to the
$400-600 margin, dated 1996, 25 1/4 x 19 1/2 in.
$400-600
1436.
Two Chinese Prints, Su Xinping (b. 1960), Zui Hou de Ji Nian (The
Last Memory) I and IV, edition 12/20 and 2/20, signed in Chinese “Su
Xinping” in pencil to the margin, dated 1997, 25 1/2 x 19, 26 x 18 3/4
in.
$300-400
1437.
Framed Painting, China, Lei Zhongxun (b. 1943), watercolor on paper,
depiction of a Uyghur man leading a group of donkeys to market,
inscribed, signed, two seals, dated the beginning of spring in xinwei
year (1991), framed and glazed, 13 1/4 x 17 1/2 in.
1438.
Album Leaves, China, Qi Baishi style, ink and colors on paper,
consisted of twelve leaf paintings depicting insects and fruit and flowers,
signed and with seals, 23 1/4 x 17 in.
$300-500
1439.
1434 Chinese Painting, ink on paper, mounted in hanging scroll format,
depiction of bamboo, inscription, dated the sixth month in guiwei year,
signed “Wu Hufan,” and with two seals, 50 x 18 in.
$300-500
1435. 1440.
Two Chinese Prints, The Search for Jesus, and Think, both 21 x 15 in. Calligraphy, China, poetic inscription written in jinshi style, signed and
$250-350 one seal, 31 1/4 x 16 in.
$300-400
1441.
Modern Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, depiction of two
Pekingese puppies resting underneath a maple tree, inscribed, signed
“Cheng Zhang,” with two seals, 26 1/2 x 14 in.
$300-500
1449
1442.
Chinese Painting, 19th century copy of Dong Bangda, ink and colors
on silk, hanging scroll format, blue and green landscape with scholars 1443.
gathering in pavilions and mountains, inscription and three seals, 51 x Album Leaves, China, ink and colors on paper, six leaf paintings in the
14 1/2 in. motif of landscape, figurative, animals, and still life, all signed “Zhang
$300-500 Daqian” or “Daqian,” with seals, 9 1/2 x 6 in.
$300-500
1444. 1448.
Books of Poetry, China, two volumes of Chinese poetry in standard Handscroll, China, ink and colors on silk, depiction of a blue and green
script, signed “Chen Hang Shijun jing shu” to the end of the second landscape with scholars in pavilions and others boating on a river,
volume, with one seal “Shijun,” 4 1/2 x 2 1/4 in. inscribed, signed, and with three seals, 9 x 48 1/2 in.
$400-600 $300-400
1445. 1449.
Hanging Scroll, China, in the style of Qi Baishi, ink and colors on Modern Painting, Fu Baoshi (1904-1965), ink and colors on paper,
paper, depiction of a praying mantis and a dragonfly on tree branches, depiction of a scholar listening to a lady playing zither in a pavilion, with
inscribed “renwu xi ri Baishi lao ren shi nian ba shi er sui,” with three lake view and a overarching tree, inscribed, signed, dated mid-summer
seals, 37 x 9 1/2 in. in wuzi year (1948), with one seal, mounted in hanging scroll format, 55
$200-300 1/2 x 23 1/4 in.
$4,000-6,000
1446.
Hanging Scroll, China, in the style of Qi Baishi, ink and colors on 1450.
paper, depiction of two praying mantises resting on tree branches, Modern Painting, China, ink and colors on paper, depiction of a scene
inscribed “San bai shi ji fu hao Qi Baishi lao yan,” with two seals, 37 x from the mural painting at Dunhuang Mogao Grotto, inscription signed
9 1/2 in. by Xu Beihong, dated the spring in 1945, reads “Brother Wenbo’s
$200-300 treasure, copied (from Dunhuang) by (Zhang) Daqian in 1939...,” one
seal, mounted in hanging scroll format, 34 x 37 1/4 in.
$3,000-5,000
1447.
Hanging Scroll, China, ink and light colors on paper, depiction of a
recluse looking into the distance in a mountainous landscape, inscribed, 1451.
signed “Shaomei Chen Yunzhang,” with two seals, 26 x 13 in. Modern Painting, China, ink and light colors on paper, landscape
$300-500 scene with mountains and waterfall, inscribed, signed “Li Keran,” dated
the summer in renxu year (1982), with five seals, 37 x 68 1/2 in.
$4,000-6,000
1452 (partial)
1454 1453.
Large Hanging Scroll, China, 19th century, ink and colors on silk,
depiction of a mountainous landscape with pines, pavilions, and misty
clouds, with two scholars, one listening to the other playing zither,
inscribed “Jiajing gengxu ba yue shi ri, chen Li Minbiao gong mu Song
ren hua nong” (In the tenth day of the eighth month in gengxu year in
Jiajing reign, done by official Li Minbiao in the style of Song painting),
with two seals, 59 x 32 in.
$600-800
1454.
Circulating Note, China, Ming dynasty, Hongwu reign (1368-1398), Yi
Guan, with ten strings of cash coins on the top center, legends from Hu
Bu (Minister of Revenue) on the bottom center dictating the punishment
for counterfeiting and reward for informants, encircled by dragon
borders, two red seals to the front and one to the back, on dark gray
mulberry paper, (very good condition, minor loss to u.l. border, faded),
framed and glazed, 13 1/8 x 8 5/8 in.
$800-1,200
1455.
Set of Three Hanging Scrolls, China, ink and light colors on paper,
scene of pheasant on prunus branches, of pair of birds amidst magnolia
flowers and with peony branches in the foreground, and of two ducks
in a reed pond with bamboo in the background, each inscribed, signed
“Zhiyun Wu (?)tong,” and with two seals, in one wood box, 54 x 13 in.
$300-500
1456.
1456 Framed Calligraphy, China, in standard script with characters “Ji
Xiang Ru Yi” (May all your wishes come true), signed “Qi Gong,” dated
renshen year in Beijing, with two seals, 16 1/4 x 11 1/4 in.
$300-500
1452.
Calligraphy Album, China, Li Keran (1907-1989), nine leaves in total,
signed, stamped, and with seals, 13 1/2 x 13 1/4 in. 1457.
$700-900 Painting Album, China, c. 1900, ink and colors on paper, depiction of
dogs in a landscape, signed “Lang Shining,” with multiple seals, 9 x 11
1/2 in.
$600-800
1459
1462
1461
1460
1466
1464
1465 1467
1460. 1463.
Jade Buckle, China, 18th/19th century, dragon-head finial, surface Soapstone Carving, China, 19th century, black and tan stone carved
surmounted with a chi dragon holding a ruyi sprig in its mouth, the as pavilions in a mountain landscape, wd. 11, lg. 10 in.
stone of semi-translucent white color, lg. 3 3/4 in. $1,000-1,200
$300-400
1464.
1461. Jade Carving, China, finely carved as a ram group, the stone of pale
Jade Buckle, China, dragon-head finial, plain surface, baoxianghua- celadon color, lg. 4 1/8 in.
shaped button to the back, the stone of butterscotch color, lg. 5 3/8 in. $300-400
$200-300
1465.
1462. Jade Carving, China, finely carved as a Buddha’s hand citron,
Jade Buckle, China, 19th century, carved with a dragon head to one wrapped around by lingzhi sprigs, the stone of semi-translucent pale
end, the other end slightly curved up, the stone of emerald green and celadon color with minor russet mottling, lg. 3 3/4 in.
white color with russet markings, lg. 4 in. $400-600
$100-150
1471
1473
1474
1472
1475
1477
1476
1478
1466. 1473.
Jade Plaque, China, the ovoid plaque carved in high relief with Guanyin Jade Boulder, China, relief carving with deep undercutting depicting a
reclining on rockery, with an attendant holding a lingzhi sprig while boy riding a water buffalo in a rocky landscape with pavilions and pine
traveling on billowy clouds, the stone of semi-translucent celadon-white trees, the jade of celadon color with russet markings to the backside,
color with minor russet markings ingeniously incorporated into the finely carved wood stand with rocks, pine, and cascades, 5 x 4, ht. 6
shades of a lotus flower, 4 1/4 x 3 1/4 in. in. (with stand).
$200-300 $400-600
1467. 1474.
Jade Carving, China, carved as a foo dog group, the jade of semi- Jade Meiping, China, the slender sides rising to a tall rounded
translucent pale celadon color with russet markings, lg. 3 1/4, ht. 2 in. shoulder, plain surface, the stone of softly polished semi-translucent
$250-350 pale celadon color, wood stand, ht. 5 1/2 in.
$1,000-1,500
1468.
Jade Brush Pot, China, carved as a mountain with pine trees and 1475.
rockery, the stone of celadon color, ht. 3 3/4 in. Jade Brush Pot, China, the joined double brush pots with undulating
$100-150 rims, the sides surround with relief carving of bamboo, the stone of
semi-translucent pale celadon color, ht. 3 1/4 in.
$250-350
1469.
Jade Water Coupe, China, carved in high relief with three children
climbing over a big jar, one of them holding a lotus seed pod, the stone 1476.
of gray-celadon color with russet markings, wood stand, ht. 2 3/4 in. Jade Carving, China, 19th century, carved as a female figure seated
$300-500 on a garden stool, the jade of white color with opaque mottling, lg. 5
7/8 in.
$300-500
1470.
Jade Censer, China, 19th century, the globular body supported on
tripod feet with lion masks, flanked by dragon lug handles suspending 1477.
jump rings, the finial in the shape of a reclining lion, the jade of highly Jade Carving, China, 19th century, carved as the seated figure of
polished pale celadon color, ht. 5 3/4 in. Luohan holding a rosary in his right hand which is resting on his bent
$300-500 knee, crisply carved folds to his open robe, the jade of pale celadon
color, elaborately carved wood stand, ht. 4 in.
$600-800
1471.
Jade Cup, China, carved in relief with three chi dragons crawling up the
sides, with lingzhi sprigs to the foot, the stone of gray-white color with 1478.
some russet skin, ht. 4 3/8 in. Jade Carving, China, in the shape of a Tibetan Buddhist ceremonial
$300-400 object, the midsection flanked by lingzhi-shaped ends carved in relief
with floral and foliage motif, the stone of celadon color, lg. 6 1/2 in.
$300-400
1472.
Jade Censer, China, the compressed rounded body supported on a
pedestal foot, flanked by dragon and scroll handles, the domed cover 1479.
with three small dragons, the stone of pale celadon color with dark Jade Carving, China, carved as a pair of birds perched under a flower
markings, ht. 4 1/2 in. tree, the jade of white color with green markings, wood stand, ht. 7 in.
$200-300 $200-300
1485
1487
1480. 1486.
Two Jade Hairpins, China, 19th century, one carved and pierced with White Jade Horse, China, 18th century, carved as a recumbent
a bat suspending peaches and endless knots, the stone of pale celadon horse with its head turned to the back and legs tucked underneath,
color, the other with reticulated panels of lingzhi and loquat sprigs, the the jade of semi-translucent white color with russet markings cleverly
stone of white color, lg. 7, 4 3/8 in. incorporated into the spine of the horse, carved wood stand, lg. 4, ht.
$250-300 2 1/4 in.
$700-900
1481.
Jade Plaque, China, of rectangular shape, carved in low relief with an 1487.
old man carrying fish on his shoulder, with bats flying atop, the reverse Jade Paperweight, China, the rectangular weight with dented corners,
with a lotus pond and pavilions in the distance, archaic dragon scroll to surmounted by high relief carving of confronting chi dragons, the
the top, the stone of semi-translucent white color, 2 x 1 7/8 in. reverse carved with archaic scrolls, the stone of highly polished semi-
$150-250 translucent pale celadon color with minor russet mottling, 3 3/4 x 1 1/8
in.
$250-350
1482.
Jade Carving, China, carved as an aubergine enwrapped by ruyi
sprigs, the jade of semi-translucent pale celadon color, lg. 3 5/8 in. 1488.
$300-400 Jade Paperweight, China, the rectangular paper weight surmounted
by a scaly dragon facing a chilong, both in high relief carving, the jade
of semi-translucent white color with opaque white mottling, lg. 6 1/4,
1483. wd. 1 1/4, ht. 1 1/8 in.
Jade Table Screen, China, set with an oval jade panel carved and $400-600
pierced with a horse in a mountainous landscape to either side, the
stone of spinach green and apple green color, wood stand carved with
openwork design, ht. 15 3/4 (stand), 5 1/8 x 3 5/8 in. (jade). 1489.
$250-350 Jade Vase, China, 18th century, the exterior carved in low relief with
two bands of stylized taotie masks, supported by two high relief carving
of boys to the sides and chrysanthemum branches to the center,
1484. the top flanked by small scroll lugs, the jade of semi-translucent pale
Jade Carving, China, openwork carving of five cranes resting near a celadon color with white mottling, finely carved stand with three bats
lotus pond and contesting a branch, the jade of pale celadon color, lg. (one missing), ht. 3 7/8 in.
8 1/2 in. $600-800
$400-600
1490.
1485. Jade Fang Ding with Cover, China, Qianlong carved mark and of
Jade Paperweight, China, of oblong shape, with relief carving of a the period (1736-1795), the rectangular ceremonial vessel raised on
bat and scrolls, the stone of white color with russet and spinach green four legs surmounted by taotie masks, each side of the body and
markings, lg. 4 1/4 in. the domed cover finely carved in relief with stylized taotie, flanked by
$250-350 dragon scroll handles suspending jump rings, the cover surmounted by
a recumbent foo dog finial, the jade of semi-translucent pale green color
with russet and white markings, carved wood stand, ht. 5 5/8, lg. 4 3/8,
wd. 3 1/4 in.
$1,500-2,000
1489
1491
1490 mark
1491. 1492.
Jade Censer, China, supported on tripod cabriole acanthus leaf feet, Jade Pendant, carved as two ducks resting on a curled lotus leaf,
the rounded body elaborately carved in relief with leafy scrolls, flanked suspending a lingzhi sprig, the pale celadon part of the stone carved as
by stylized chrysanthemum and stem handles suspending loose rings, the ducks, the dark part as the leaf, lg. 2 3/8 in.
the domed cover with a flower bud finial, the stone of semi-transparent $200-300
pale celadon color, wood stand, ht. 4 1/2 in.
$1,000-1,500
1502
1504
1505 1506
1503
1493. 1498.
Jade Carving, China, carved as Liu Han with one foot stepping on a Jade Foo Dog Group, China, carved as a foo dog holding a lingzhi
double gourd, his right hand touching a toad which is biting on a cash sprig in its mouth while carrying a youngling, the stone of pale celadon
coin, his left hand holding a strand of cash coins, with bats flying amidst color, lg. 2 in.
clouds as backdrop, the stone of semi-translucent white and emerald $200-300
green color with pale lavender areas, wood stand, ht. 9 5/8 in.
$250-350
1499.
Jade Carving, China, carved as a reclining foo dog with a youngling,
1494. the stone of pale celadon color, lg. 2 3/4 in.
Jade Guanyin, China, finely carved as the standing figure of Guanyin $100-150
holding a rosary in her left hand, the stone of pale celadon color with
dark markings to the back, lg. 6 1/2 in.
$200-300 1500.
Jade Foo Dog, China, carved as a recumbent foo dog, the jade of
spinach green color, lg. 1 7/8 in.
1495. $200-300
Jade Carving Group, China, four jade plaques set in a wood display
stand, two circular, both carved and pierced with characters and a boy
riding a water buffalo, two others in the shape of butterflies, the stones 1501.
of pale celadon color, dia. 2, 2, 2 1/2, lg. 2 1/2 in. Jade Carving, China, finely carved as a qilin with a scroll-like tail, the
$300-500 stone of white-celadon color with minor russet marking, lg. 2, ht. 1 3/4
in.
$200-300
1496.
Jade Vase, China, of flattened hu shape, each side carved in relief with
birds perched on flower branches, flanked by acanthus leaf handles 1502.
with pendant rings, the domed cover with a bud finial, the stone of pale Jade Carving, China, carved in the archaic style as a recumbent foo
gray green color, ht. 8 7/8 in. dog, with fine accentuation on details of its mane, spine, and bifurcated
$300-500 ruyi-shaped tail, the stone of yellow-green color with russet markings,
lg. 2 1/2, ht. 2 in.
$6,000-8,000
1497.
Jade Carving, carved as a recumbent foo dog holding a lingzhi sprig in
its mouth, the stone of celadon color with some opaque markings, lg. 1503.
2 1/4 in. Jade Carving, China, finely carved as a recumbent foo dog, its front
$100-150 paws clasping a beribboned ball and its back paws holding its ruyi-
shaped tail, the stone of semi-translucent white color, 2 3/8 x 1 5/8 in.
$200-300
1509
1511
1513
1512
1510
1504. 1506.
Jade Carving, China, carved as group of three rams contending a Jade Carving, carved as a recumbent dog facing ahead, the stone of
precious bead surround by clouds, the jade of pale celadon color, gray-celadon color with russet streaking, lg. 3 1/4 in.
carved wood stand, lg. 4, ht. 1 7/8 in. $100-150
$1,500-2,500
1507.
1505. Jade Vase and Cover, China, the hu shaped vase surround with relief
Jade Carving, China, 19th century, vividly carved as a recumbent foo carving of a pheasant perched on peach trees issuing from rockwork as
dog with its head turned around to its bushy tail, accentuated with fine stand, the waisted neck flanked by lingzhi fungus lugs with pendants,
details, white jade with even color, lg. 2 3/8, ht. 1 1/4 in. the domed cover surmounted by a finial of a bird holing a peach sprig in
$400-600 its mouth, the stone of semi-translucent green color, ht. 11 7/8 in.
$300-400
1514
1514
1508. 1513.
White Jade Vase, China, 19th century, of archaic drinking vessel Jade Carving, China, 19th century, a standing female figure holding
hu shape, each side carved with a stylized taotie mask between in her left hand a lotus spray supporting a flower basket, with lingzhi
leafy bands, the waisted neck flanked by dragon handles, domed branches growing from rockery, the jade of white color with apple green
cover carved with a narrow band of classic scrolls, the jade of semi- markings, lg. 8 1/4 in.
translucent white color with pale russet inclusions, carved openwork $300-500
wood stand, ht. 9 1/8 in.
$800-1,200
1514.
Pair of Jade Carvings, China, 19th century, each carved as a phoenix
1509. perched on a rock, the jade of spinach green color, ht. 13 1/2 in.
Jade Water Coupe, China, carved as a curled-up leaf with a pine $200-300
branch as the handle, the stone of white color with russet markings, 6
x 4 1/2 in.
$200-300 1515.
Jade Carving, China, carved as the standing figure of a female deity
holding a peach sprig in her right hand and a peach in her left, the
1510. stone of spinach green color, tall bronze stand elaborately cast with
Jade Guanyin, China, 19th century, carved as a standing figure of a flower scrolls and reticulated design of birds amidst plum blossoms, lg.
female deity holding a rose water bottle issuing a peony sprig, with a 12, 15 1/2 in. (with stand).
fly whisk in her right hand, accompanied by a bird, the stone of semi- $200-300
translucent white and apple green color, wood stand, lg. 7 3/4 in.
$200-300
1516.
Three Jade Items, China, a 19th century well-hollowed oblong white
1511. jade snuff bottle carved in relief with large leaves borne on stems, with
Jade Carving, China, finely carved as the standing figure of Guanyin, jadeite stopper, and carvings of a recumbent gray-celadon jade horse
the jade of semi-translucent pale celadon color, wood stand with wire and a cat in white color with russet markings, lg. 2 1/8, 1 1/4, 1 1/2 in.
inlaid design, ht. 9 1/4 in. $300-400
$250-350
1517.
1512. Jade Seal, China, the square sectioned seal surmounted by high relief
Jade Carving, China, carved as a female deity seated on a garden seat carving of foo dog group bearing a band of archaic scrolls, the stone
holding a lotus spray, the jade of bright green color, ht. 7 in. of semi-translucent celadon-white color with minor russet and opaque
$200-300 white mottling, ht. 1 1/2, 1 1/4 in. sq.
$600-800
1518
1520
1519
1521
1524
1522
1523
1518. 1521.
Two Jade Seals, China, a square sectioned seal with a thick loop Jade Plaque, China, 18th century, one side finely carved with a Taoist
knob, together with a cylindrical seal surmounted by a foo dog figure carrying a peach sprig while traveling on floating clouds, the other
emerging from breaking waves, semi-translucent white jades, lg. 1, 1 side with makara suspending loquat branches, all between ruyi-head
1/2 in. borders, the stone of celadon-white color, 2 3/8 x 1 1/2 in.
$200-300 $500-700
1519. 1522.
Jade Buckle, China, 19th century, white jade plaque carved as a bat, Jade Pendant, carved as a monkey crawling on a large peach and
set on a brass mount finely chased with acanthus leafy scrolls, 2 5/8 x lingzhi sprig, the stone of celadon color with minor russet markings, lg.
2 in. 2 1/8 in.
$300-500 $200-300
1520. 1523.
Jade Pendant, China, carved as an eggplant borne on leafy tendrils, Jade Pendant, China, late 19th century, of round shape, carved and
with a silkworm in medium relief to one end, the stone of semi- pierced with design of a bird perched amidst elaborate floral branches,
translucent white color, lg. 2 1/2 in. the jade of gray-white color, dia. 2 1/4 in.
$200-300 $200-300
1525
1527
1528 1529
1524. 1530.
Jade Pendant, China, finely carved as lychee fruit sprig borne on leafy Jade Vase and Cover, China, 19th century, the ovoid body slightly
tendrils, white jade with minor russet markings, lg. 1 1/2 in. tapering to a pedestal foot, the body finely carved and pierced with
$600-800 dragons amidst elaborate flower scrolls, the domed cover decorated en
suite surmounted with a lotus-shaped finial, the stone of spinach green
color, carved and gilt Qianlong four-character mark to the base, ht. 9
1525. 7/8 in.
Jade Carving, China, carved as a group of two boys holding a lotus $600-800
seed pod, the stone of semi-translucent pale celadon color, 2 3/8 x 1
1/2 in.
$200-300 1531.
Jade Brush Pot, China, supported on four ruyi-shaped feet, the
cylindrical sides finely carved in relief and deep undercutting with the
1526. Three Gods, Shou Lao, Fu Xing, and Cai Xing, appreciating a handscroll
Jade Pendant, China, 19th century, carved as a duck with detailing to in front of a pavilion in a mountainous landscape to one side, and
the body, the stone of gray-white color, lg. 1 3/4 in. another Immortal crossing a bridge on the way to visit, accompanied by
$200-300
his attendant to the other, the stone of spinach green color, carved and
gilt Qianlong four-character mark to the base, ht. 7 1/4 in.
$800-1,000
1527.
Jade Plaque, China, the rectangular plaque with rounded upper corner,
carved and pierced in openwork with phoenixes amidst leafy scrolls, the
stone of semi-translucent yellow-white color, 2 3/4 x 1 5/8 in. 1532.
$200-300 Jade Tray, China, rectangular shape supported on four short angular
feet, the stone of spinach green color, Qianlong carved mark to the
base, 12 x 8 in.
1528. $200-300
Jade Carving, China, 19th century, carved as a duck swimming on
waves while holding a lotus sprig in its mouth, the jade of celadon-white
color with minor russet markings, lg. 2 1/2 in. 1533.
$600-800 Jade Plaque, China, early 20th century, rectangular shape, carved and
gilt-lacquered with a recluse in a cottage in a rustic landscape to one
side, the other side with wild geese next to a reed pond, the stone of
1529. spinach green color, carved wood stand in openwork imitating prunus
Jade Plaque, China, of rectangular shape, carved and pierced with a branches, 7 1/8 x 8 1/2 in.
bat and a butterfly suspending melons, the stone of gray-white color, 2 $300-500
1/8 x 2 in.
$100-150
1531
1533
1532
1534
1534. 1535.
Jade Carving, China, 19th century, finely carved as a phoenix perched Kingfisher Hairpin, China, 19th century, in the shape of a phoenix,
on a rock, the stone of spinach green color, wood stand, lg. 7 3/4 in. with kingfisher feathers, carnelian, and seed pearl set in a gilded brass
$200-300 mount, lg. 1 7/8 in.
$100-150
1539
1536
1541
1535 1540
1542
1536. 1539.
White Jade and Silver Mounted Hairpin, China, Ming dynasty (1368- Jade Bracelet, China, 18th century, carved in relief with characters in
1644), the top carved in openwork with peony scrolls, the silver mount order, the stone of gray-white color with minor russet skin, dia. 2 3/4 in.
chased with plum blossoms, the stone of semi-translucent white color, $500-700
lg. 6 in.
$200-300
1540.
Jadeite Bracelet, China, the stone of semi-translucent bright emerald
green color, dia. 2 1/2 in.
1537.
Jade Bracelet, China, of archaic style, carved with stylized taotie
N.B. Certificate available from Gemological Lab & Appraisal Inc.,
masks, the jade of celadon and russet colors, dia. 3 1/2 in.
number 1217.
$300-500
$600-800
1538. 1541.
Carved Jadeite Bracelet, China, carved in relief with bird and mythical Jadeite Bracelet, China, the stone of translucent apple green, gray-
animal traveling amidst auspicious fruit sprays, the stone of apple green white, and russet color with a dash of lavender, dia. 3, dia. of the jade
color with lavender markings, dia. 3 in. approx. 1/2 in.
$200-300 $300-350
1545
1547
1546
1542. 1545.
Spinach Jade Gui Vessel, China, 19th century, in the shape of an Pair of Jade Vases, China, each of flattened hu shape, with high relief
archaic jade vessel gui, carved in medium relief with stylized taotie carving of elaborate peony branches issuing from rockwork to the front,
masks to each side, flanked by angular scroll handles with dragon extending to the domed cover, the stone of semi-translucent celadon
heads, the softly polished stone of semi-translucent mossy green tone color, ht. 7 1/8 in.
with dark mottling, ht. 4 5/8, dia. 6 1/4 in. $250-350
$1,000-1,500
1546.
1543. Agate Bowl, China, of ovoid shape with flat narrow rims to the sides
Jade Carving, China, 18th century, carved as a recumbent bixie with as handles, the stone of translucent white and gold color with unique
fine details, the stone of gray-celadon color with dark mottling, ht. 2, lg. natural patterns, ht. 1 1/2, 5 7/8 x 4 1/4 in.
3 7/8 in. $300-500
$600-800
1547.
1544. Peking Glass Bowl, China, the widely flaring sides carved in relief with
Jade Carving, China, 19th century, carved as a reclining water buffalo, birds in various attitudes on prunus branches, the bowl of pale pink
the stone of gray-celadon color with russet markings, lg. 5 3/4 in. color, ht. 2 1/4, dia. 7 3/4 in.
$600-800 $200-300
1548. 1554.
Jade Pendant, China, of rectangular shape, surface carved in high Jade Plaque, China, of rectangular shape, carved in low relief with a
relief with a qilin, the stone of celadon color, 2 1/2 x 2 in. boy riding a mythical animal while holding a lotus sprig, the reverse with
$200-300 inscriptions, wave border to the top, the stone of pale celadon color, 2
1/2 x 1 5/8 in.
$150-250
1549.
Two Cameo Glass Snuff Bottles, China, late 19th/early 20th century,
tan cut to turquoise and green cut to white, each approx. lg. 1 3/4 in. 1555.
$100-150 Jade Pendant, China, finely carved as Liu Hai holding a staff topped
by a toad/bat issuing cash coins, with a child on his right shoulder, the
stone of pale celadon color, lg. 2 7/8 in.
1550. $200-300
Two Porcelain Snuff Bottles, China, early 20th century, one molded
as a squirrel with bamboo, the other a Chinese cabbage, lg. approx. 2
in. 1556.
$100-150 Three Jade Pendants, China, one rectangular, carved in relief with a
shou character, one round, with openwork carved flower and archaic
scrolls, and one oblong, with taotie masks and leafy bands, the stone of
1551. pale celadon color, lg. 2 3/8, 2 1/8, 3 in.
Jade Frame, China, early 20th century, elaborately carved with floral $300-400
and leafy scrolls, the stone of sea green color, 15 1/2 x 12 in.
$250-350
1557.
Jade Censer, China, supported on tripod foo dog cabriole feet, the
1552. rounded body flanked by dragon head handles suspending jump rings,
Picture Frame, China, early 20th century, rosewood case, inset with the domed cover with three lugs with pendants and a finial in the shape
carved and pierced panels of bowenite in a floral pattern, 16 1/2 x 12 of a coiled dragon, the stone of white color, fitted wood stand, ht. 6 3/8
in. in.
$100-150 $600-800
1553. 1558.
Jade Frame, China, the borders carved and pierced with auspicious Jade Boulder, China, carved with deep undercutting with a scholar in
animals amidst floral scrolls, brass mount with finely chased patterns, front of a cottage under an overarching pine tree in a rocky landscape,
the jade of pale green color, 16 3/4 x 13 in. the reverse with a pavilion hiding behind mountain ranges, the stone of
$200-250 semi-translucent pale celadon color, 5 3/4 x 3 1/2 in.
$300-400
1559. 1562.
Two Jade Plaques, China, a rectangular plaque carved in high Jade and Carnelian Group, China, 19th century, carved jade figure
relief with a deer, crane, and bird group with lingzhi sprig and a full of a female Immortal holding a lotus sprig, flanked by carved carnelian
moon, carved border in openwork with flower scrolls, the stone of attendants, the jade of semi-translucent emerald green color with
semi-translucent celadon color; together with an ovoid plaque carved spinach green streaking to the back, all set on a gilt-brass stand with
and pierced with a scholar playing zither amidst leafy scrolls, semi- elaborate repoussé design of floral and foliate scrolls, ht. 5 3/4, 4, 3 3/4
translucent white jade, 3 1/8 x 2 1/8, 2 3/4 x 2 in. in.
$300-400 $500-700
1560. 1563.
Jade Plaque, China, the rectangular plaque carved in high relief with Amber Pendant, China, carved as Budai monk holding a makara, 1
Guanyin reclining on the ground, a lotus leaf rising from her side, and 3/4 x 1 3/8 in.
birds and bats flying in the sky with a full moon, the stone of semi- $200-300
translucent celadon-white color with minor russet and opaque white
mottling, 3 7/8 x 2 1/4 in.
1564.
$200-300
Three Jade Bracelets, China, a pair of pale celadon-white jade
bracelets, together with a child’s bracelet with twisted rope design,
white jade, dia. 3, 2 1/4 in.
1561.
$250-350
Pair of Jade Carvings, China, each carved as a bird perched on a
rock with fine accentuation on its wings and tails, the stone of white
color, carved openwork wood stand on a further plain rectangular 1565.
stand, ht. 14 1/4, 18 1/4 in. (with stand). Two Jade Carvings, China, a pendant carved as a standing figure
$600-800 of a boy holding a fly whisk, the stone of highly polished yellow color,
together with a paperweight carved as a bamboo joint with low relief
carving of two birds to the front, pale celadon jade, lg. 2 3/4, 3 1/8 in.
$200-300
1566. 1573.
Jade Pendant, China, in the shape of a double gourd wrapped with Lot of Chinese Jewelry, China, gold filigree bracelet inset with jade
scroll borders in openwork design, one side carved in low relief with a beads, a smoky quartz brooch, together with four gilt-metal buttons
pendant, the reverse with characters “Da xi da ji” (Profuse happiness from a robe, bracelet dia. 2 1/4 in.
and fortune), the stone of semi-translucent white color, attached with a $200-300
blue tourmaline bead, 2 5/8 x 1 5/8 in.
$200-300
1574.
Lot of Jade Carvings, China, two jade pendants, one carved with an
1567.
auspicious fruit group, the other in the shape of a leaf, both of pale
Jade Dragon Seal, China, 19th century, the square seal surmounted
celadon color with apple green markings; together with thirty small
by a pair of addorsing scaly dragons, the jade of pale gray-celadon
color, ht. 4 1/2, 4 1/2 in. sq. carved jade pieces in various shapes, possibly used as headpiece
$1,000-1,500 decoration originally.
$200-300
1568.
Jade Covered Jar, China, 19th century, of archaic drinking vessel hu 1575.
shape, supported on a pedestal foot, carved in relief with a crane under Jade Necklace, China, the beaded and chained necklace with a jade
a pine tree to one side, and pheasants resting near a prunus tree to pendant carved in the shape of a butterfly, the jade of pale celadon
the other, dragon-head lugs, foo dog finial, the jade of semi-translucent color, lg. 4 1/4 in. (pendant).
celadon color, ht. 9 1/4 in. $200-300
$600-800
1576.
1569. Jade Carving, China, carved as Guanyin holding a lingzhi sprig in her
Jade Carving, China, early 20th century, carved as figure of Guanyin left hand and carrying a lotus spray, the jade of pale celadon color with
standing on crashing waves formed by water she is pouring from a
apple green markings, wood stand, ht. 5 7/8 in.
vase, the jade of pale celadon color with russet markings, ht. 6 1/4 in.
$100-150
$300-500
1570. 1577.
Jade Plaque, China, 19th century, of oblong ovoid form, high relief Jade Vase, China, of square hu shape, carved in medium relief with
carving of Buddhist treasures amidst clouds and waves, the jade of a panel of magnolia branches to each side, below a band of plantain
celadon color, 3 3/8 x 1 1/4 in. leaves, domed cover, the stone of yellow-green color, wood stand, ht.
$200-300 8 3/4, 10 5/8 in. (with stand).
$300-500
1571.
Jade Plaque, China, carved in openwork with a bird amidst leaves, the 1578.
stone of pale celadon color, 3 1/8 x 2 1/4 in. Jade Censer, China, the rounded body supported on tripod cabriole
$100-150 foo dog mask feet, carved with stylized taotie masks to the sides,
flanked by dragon head handles suspending jump rings, the domed
cover with taotie masks, three ruyi lugs with pendants, and a large
1572. chilong finial, the stone of pale yellow celadon color, ht. 10 in.
Jade Beaded Necklace, China, with twenty large beads each carved
$400-600
with archaic scrolls, the jade of various shades including spinach green,
pale celadon, russet, ochre, celadon, and gray-white, dia. 7/8 (bead),
lg. 18 in. (necklace).
$200-300
1589
1591
1588
1592
1579. 1585.
Jade Boulder, China, carved in relief and with deep undercutting Jade Gui, China, one side incised with an female deity in a floating
depicting an Immortal and attendant walking in a rocky landscape, the robe, the reverse with characters, the jade of opaque spinach green
stone of celadon color, ht. 5, lg. 4 3/8 in. color, wood stand, lg. 7 1/4 in.
$200-300 $100-150
1580. 1586.
Six Hardstone Carvings, China, an agate and jade flowerpot on a Three Jades, China, early 20th century, consisted of a spinach green
wood stand, a pair of celadon jade carvings of phoenixes, a bowenite jade bracelet, an apple green and white jade pendant, an emerald
foo dog, together with miniature carvings of a rabbit and a boar, ht. 11 green carved and pierced jade pendant, dia. 3 1/8, lg. 2, 1 3/8 in.
1/2, 5, 5 3/8, 3 3/8, 1 3/4, 2 in. $100-150
$300-500
1587.
1581. Jade Box and Cover, China, early 20th century, of rectangular shape,
Jade Carving, China, carved as makara, the jade of white color with the cover covered with a magnolia bloom borne on leafy branches, the
minor russet markings, lg. 3 5/8 in. stone of spinach green color, 5 x 3 1/2 x 1 1/2 in.
$200-300 $100-150
1582. 1588.
Jade Carving, China, the small jade boulder carved and pierced as a Bronze Bell, China, 18th/19th century, atop by addorsed dragons, the
scholar and a deer in a rocky mountainous landscape, the stone of half bell with bow string decoration around the body, ht. 3 1/4 in.
gray-white, half opaque russet color, lg. 2 1/4 in. $200-300
$150-200
1589.
1583. Parcel-gilt Silver Seal, China, 19th century, surmounted by a finial in
Four Assorted Items, China, a trousse including a cylindrical bamboo the shape of a mythical animal with features of dragon, tortoise, and
case carved with a scene from the “Romance of the West Chamber,” snake, the sides of the square seal carved with peony sprays on a pearl
encasing a knife with ivory hilt, and a pair of ivory chopsticks; jade and ground, ht. 2 1/2, 2 in. sq.
carnelian plum vases; and a small horn cup, lg. 6, 5 3/4, 4 5/8, 1 1/4 in. $300-500
$200-300
1590.
1584. Shih So Censer, China, late Ming dynasty, 16th/17th century,
Pair of Jade Carvings, China, early 20th century, vividly carved as a supported on tripod columnar legs with silver wire inlaid design of
pair of birds, the stone of spinach green color, inset with carnelian to cicada blades, the bulbous body decorated with inlaid geometric
the chest area, lg. 5 in. patterns, with two upright post handles, carved wood stand and cover,
$200-300 Shih So mark incised to the base, ht. 5 1/2 in.
$200-300
1595
1593
1596
1594
1591. 1597.
Bronze Censer, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the ovoid body Bronze Vase, China, 18th century, hexagonal form, dragon mask
supported on four short feet, a pair of upright loop handles to the rim, handles, panels of low relief decoration of masks and diaper and wave
the sides cast in low relief with four ruyi designs, ht. 2 5/8 in. patterns, ht. 17 in.
$200-300 $200-300
1592. 1598.
Inlaid Bronze Paperweight, China, 19th century, Shih-so style, cast Garlic-mouthed Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, crisply cast with
into a mythical animal with tortoise shell and legs and head of a dragon, a scaly dragon encircling the long slender neck, rounded olive-shaped
lg. 4 1/8 in. body raised on a short splaying foot, ht. 7 in.
$100-150 $250-350
1593. 1599.
Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, fang gu form, square beaker with Pair of Bronze Vases, China, 19th century, the sides of each
flanges and archaic taotie mask scrolling, ht. 11 in. hu-shaped vase cast with a wide band of stylized taotie masks on a
$200-300 key-fret ground, separated by flanges, below a band of ruyi, flanked by
lugs with pendants, ht. 5 5/8 in.
$200-300
1594.
Bronze Vessel, China, 18th century and possibly earlier, dou form, with
tripod feet, ring handles and relief decorations of stylized axes, dia. 8 1600.
1/2, ht. 4 in. Garlic-mouthed Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), cast
$300-500 with a chi dragon encircling the long slender neck and bulbous body
with a raised upper section, ht. 8 in.
$250-350
1595.
Bronze Vase, China, 18th century, beaker form, gu-shaped, with
rounded sides and flanges with archaic panels of taotie masks and 1601.
cicadas, ht. 18 1/2 in. Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), with water chestnut-
$200-300 shaped body with plain surface and fine patina, raised on a stepped
slightly flaring foot, inlaid silver wire design of archaic scrolls below the
mouth, ht. 6 3/4 in.
1596. $200-300
Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, lobated form with a trumpet mouth
and flaring foot, pair of dragon handles, dragon in relief on the base, ht.
9 3/4 in.
$200-300
1598
1601
1599 1599
1603
1602
1604
1602. 1603.
Gilt-bronze Buddha, Sino-Tibetan, seated in dhyanasana pose on Gilt-bronze Buddha, Sino-Tibetan, 18th century, seated in dhyanasana
a double-lotus throne, with his hands in bhumisparsa and dhyana pose atop a double-lotus throne, his right hand resting on his knee in
mudras, wearing a sanghati leaving his right shoulder bare, his face in vitarka and his left in dhyana mudra, his closely fitted diaphanous robe
serene expression, ht. 7 in. with finely incised borders, incised Tibetan inscription on the throne, ht.
$300-400 10 in.
$6,000-8,000
1605
1606 1607
1604. 1609.
Gilt-bronze Buddha, Tibet, 17th/18th century, seated in dhyanasana Bronze Figure, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), standing figure
pose on a lotus throne supported by a rectangular pedestal cast with of a young monk with his hands closed in front of his chest, with
two elephants, his hands in bhumisparsa and dhyana mudras, and mischievous expression, ht. 8 1/8 in.
wearing a close-fitting sanghati leaving his right shoulder bare, ht. 6 1/2 $300-400
in.
$1,000-1,500
1610.
Parcel-gilt Bronze Lama, Tibet, 18th century, cast as a young lama in
1605. royal ease pose, holding a pagoda in both hands in front of his chest,
Gilt-bronze Amitayus, Sino-Tibetan, seated figure of Amitayus in ht. 5 7/8 in.
dhyanasana pose on a double-lotus throne, holding a bottle on both $400-600
palms, his the necklace and headpiece inset with coral and turquoise
beads, ht. 6 1/2 in.
$300-500 1611.
Parcel-gilt Bronze Lama, Tibet, 18th century, cast as an old lama in
royal ease pose, holding a sutra in his right hand, and a praying wheel
1606. in his left, ht. 5 3/4 in.
Gilt-bronze Buddha, China, 19th century, seated figure of Amitayus $400-600
on a double-lotus throne, wearing crested headpiece and large
rosette earring, his two palms facing up, finely incised patterns to his
diaphanous dhoti, ht. 4 1/2 in. 1612.
$300-500 Parcel-gilt Bronze Guanyin, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), seated
figure of Guanyin a double-lotus throne, holding a bottle, ht. 9 1/8 in.
1610
1611
1614 1617
1613
1615
1618
1616
1615. 1617.
Parcel-gilt Bronze Figure, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), cast as Bronze Figure, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), cast as a seated
the seated figure of Cai Xing (God of Wealth) with both hands holding a figure of Guanyin atop a reclining foo dog, ht. 5 5/8 in.
staff in front of his chest, ht. 6 in. $200-300
$200-300
1618.
1616. Gilt-bronze Figure, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), cast as a seated
Bronze Figure, China, 19th century, cast as a seated figure of Guanyin figure of an Immortal holding a ruyi scepter in front of his chest, ht. 6
in the royal ease pose, ht. 6 in. 1/4 in.
$200-300 $200-300
1624.
Gilt-bronze Yab-yum Group, Tibet, the couple in an amorous embrace
seated atop a lotus throne, Manjusri holding a vajra in his right hand
and a ghanta in his left, ht. 9 1/8 in.
$200-300
1625.
Parcel-gilt Bronze Figure of Buddha, China, standing on pedestal,
his right hand in varada mudra, his left hand in Abhaya mudra, ht. 11
1/4 in.
$200-300
1626.
Gilt-bronze Portrait of a Lama, Tibet, seated in dhyanasana pose atop
a lotus throne, his right hand in vitarka mudra, and his left hand holding
a staff, fitted robe finely incised with cloud scroll patterns, the Lama with
benevolent expression, ht. 11 1/2 in.
$200-300
1627.
Gilt-bronze Yab-yum Group, Tibet, the couple in an amorous embrace
seated atop a lotus throne, Manjusri swinging a sword in his right hand,
a lotus supported by a stem emanating from his left hand, ht. 8 3/4 in.
$200-300
1628.
Gilt-bronze Figure of Buddha, China, standing on a triple-lotus throne,
his right hand in varada mudra, his left hand holding a lotus pod, ht. 11
3/8 in.
$200-300
1629.
Gilt-bronze Maitreya, Sino-Tibetan, standing figure of Maitreya on a
lotus throne, his right hand in Bhumisparsa mudra, his left hand holding
1619.
a long stem supporting a lotus blossom, wearing a diaphanous robe
Bronze Censer, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier, cast in two
with beaded decoration, with crested headpiece and rosette earrings,
parts as a wild goose in leaping position atop a quatrefoil pedestal, fine
ht. 17 1/2 in.
and detailed rendering of the feathers, ht. 14 in. $200-300
$300-500
1630.
1620. Bronze Censer, China, supported on four cabriole animal-mask legs,
Gilt-bronze Figure of Buddha, China, seated in dhyanasana pose on the body cast with a cartouche enclosing characters to each of the four
a double-lotus throne, his hands in dharmacakra mudra, ht. 6 1/8 in. sides, flanked by cloud scroll handles, openwork lid surmounted by a
$200-300 foo dog in leaping position, ht. 8 1/8 in.
$200-300
1621.
Gilt-bronze Figure of Buddha, China, seated in dhyanasana pose on 1631.
a double-lotus throne, his right hand in Bhumisparsa mudra, his left Two Bronze Mirrors, China, Tang-style, each cast with four mythical
hand holding a bo, ht. 8 1/4 in. animals encircling a tortoise in the center, further surrounded by a band
$200-300 of birds amidst grapevines, intricately carved wood display stand for the
larger one, dia. 4 5/8, 3 7/8 in.
$200-300
1622.
Gilt-bronze Portrait of Lama, Sino-Tibetan, seated in dhyanasana
pose on a lotus throne, his hands in dharmacakra mudra holding the 1632.
stems of two padmas sprigs supporting a pustaka and a khadga, his Bronze Mirror, China, Tang dynasty (618-907), cast in relief with motif
voluptuous robe with incised patterns, ht. 12 1/2 in. of lions frolicking amidst grapevines, dia. 5 in.
$200-300 $700-900
1632
1633. 1634.
Parcel-gilt Bronze Censer, China, the compressed rounded body Parcel-gilt Bronze Censer, China, Ming dynasty, 16th/17th century,
flanked by lion-mask lugs, the body decorated with splashes of gilding, supported on tripod ruyi feet, the cylindrical body cast in relief and
cast mark “Yong Shi Shang Bao” to the base, dia. 6 3/4, ht. 3 in. gilded with Immortals accompanied by auspicious animals in various
$2,500-3,500 attitudes in a celestial landscape, reserved on a diaper ground, between
silver wire inlaid borders, “Yun Jian Hu Wenming Zhi” mark to the base,
ht. 4 3/4, dia. 6 1/8 in.
$4,500-5,500
1634
1633
1635
1636
1635. 1639.
Bronze Ding, China, in Spring and Autumn period style, the archaic Gilt-bronze Maitreya, China, 18th century, seated figure of Maitreya
food vessel ding raised on tripod feet cast with taotie masks and animal in dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, his right hand in
claws, the bulbous body cast with bands of interlocking scrolls, flanked Bhumisparsa mudra, and his left hand in dhyana mudra, wearing a
by upright handles, the cover decorated en suite and applied with three crested headpiece and tightly fitted diaphanous robe, hair dyed blue, ht.
ears, dia. 5 7/8, ht. 7 3/8 in. 9 3/4 in.
$300-500
N.B. Test results available.
$3,000-5,000
1640.
Gilt-bronze Buddha, China, figure of Manjusri seated on a stepped
1636. rectangular stand, his right hand in Varada mudra holding a stem
Archaic Bronze Vessel, China, Eastern Zhou period (770-256 B.C.), issuing a lotus bloom to the side, wearing a five-crested crown and
the ovoid body finely cast with a band enclosing four rows of tightly elaborate rosette earrings, ht. 9 1/2 in.
packed kui dragons biting each other’s tails, above another band $600-800
of cicada blades, flanked by circular lugs with coiled dragon finials,
malachite encrustation to the body, ht. 3 1/2, 5 x 4 3/8 in.
1641.
Provenance: Early Chinese Art (catalogue), sale of the Cunliffe
Gilt-bronze Buddha, China, figure of Manjusri seated in royal ease
Collection, Bluett & Son, London, 1973, p. 38.
pose on a rectangular stand, his left hand in Vitarka mudra, right hand
$1,000-1,500
in Bhumisparsa mudra, wearing a five-crested headpiece and large
rosette earrings, ht. 8 5/8 in.
1637. $500-700
Bronze Ewer, China, of archaic drinking vessel gong form, shaped into
a mythical bird with snake patterns to either side, the fixed handle in the
form of a leaping chilong, malachite encrustation overall, ht. 8 3/8 in. 1642.
$100-150 Gilt-bronze Buddha, China, 19th century, seated figure of Amitayus
in dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, his hands in dhyana
mudra, incised borders to his closely fitted dhoti, ht. 4 in.
1638. $250-350
Parcel-gilt Bronze Buddha, China, cast as the seated figure of
Buddha in dhyanasana pose atop a double-lotus throne, holding a staff
in both palms, ht. 8 5/8 in.
$200-300
1648
1649
1643. 1649.
Bronze Vase, China, 19th century or earlier, in the archaic drinking Bronze Ding, China, 19th century, supported on tripod feet, the
vessel hu shape, cast around the bulbous body with a wide band of bulbous sides cast in relief with a band of chilong on a leiwen ground,
stylized animals on a key-fret ground, the neck with a band of diaper a cash coin with intertwining ribbons cast to the base, ht. 3 1/8, dia. 5
pattern, flanked by circular lug handles, ht. 12 in. 1/4 in.
$200-300 $200-300
1644. 1650.
Bronze Censer, China, the oval body surmounted by a reticulated Brass Handwarmer, China, 19th century, the compressed round
cover, maker’s mark to the base, ht. 3 1/4 in. body with chased and repoussé design of panels of Taoist Immortals,
$100-150 below a border of prunus blossoms around the mouth, the cover with
reticulated and chased design of peony branches, bail handles, Xuande
apocryphal mark to the base, ht. 5 1/2 in.
1645. $150-250
Bronze Censer, China, supported on four legs, the body cast with
cicada blade designs, flanked by elephant handles with upturned tusks,
mark to the base, ht. 7 3/4 in.
1651.
$200-300
Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the water chestnut-
shaped body with a slender cylindrical neck supporting a garlic-shaped
mouth, hexagonal pedestal foot, ht. 9 3/8 in.
1646.
Bronze Censer, China, supported on tripod feet, the body cast with $200-300
two wide grooves, upright handles on the rim simulating bamboo
joints, Xuande mark to the base, ht. 4, dia. 5 3/8 in.
$300-400 1652.
Bronze Buddha, Nepal, 18th century, the figure of Buddha seated in
dhyanasana pose, his right hand in vitarka and his left in dhyana mudra,
1647. closely fitted robe falling gracefully on the body, ht. 8 3/4 in.
Bronze Censer, China, the compressed globular censer supported on $200-300
a tripod bronze stand cast with ruyi-shaped feet, flanked by two loop
lugs, “Fu Xian Ju” mark cast to the base, dia. 6, ht. 1 1/2 in.
$300-500 1653.
Inlaid Bronze Censer, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), of rectangular
ding shape raised on four splaying feet surmounted by animal masks,
1648. the body with inlaid silver wire design of stylized taotie masks,
Bronze Censer, China, 19th century, supported on tripod feet, with alternating with turning wheel and beribboned flute, separated by
chased design of phoenixes flying amidst peony meanders, Xuande six- notched flanges, ht. 4 3/4, 4 1/2 x 3 3/8 in.
character mark to the base, ht. 5 3/8, dia. 6 in. $100-150
$200-300
1666
1654. 1659.
Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, the double gourd body cast in Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, the sides of the hexagonal vase
relief with upright cicada blades, the loop handles in the shape of leafy cast with panels of brocade patterns, flanked by dragon head lugs with
tendrils extending to the sides, stylized taotie mask band on the garlic- a jump ring, ht. 8 3/4 in.
shaped mouth, ht. 9 1/2 in. $200-300
$200-300
1660.
1655. Bronze Censer, China, 19th century, globular body on tripod feet, lid
Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the hu-shaped body surmounted by a kylin, ht. 8, dp. 6 in.
cast with a band of wave and rock pattern, flanked by elephant-head $200-300
lugs with realistically rendered ears and tusks, raised on a pedestal foot
cast with a band of brocade design that is repeated on the thick mouth
rim, ht. 8 3/4 in. 1661.
$200-300 Pair of Bronze Paperweights, China, 19th century, each cast as a
recumbent foo dog, raised on a rectangular pedestal stand, ht. 3 1/2 in.
$200-300
1656.
Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), cast in the shape of
a caparisoned elephant with a garlanded vase on its back, ht. 8, lg. 7 1662.
1/2 in. Bronze Vase, China, 19th century, of meiping shape with high
$400-600 shoulders, flanked by gilt-bronze foo dog lugs, the body decorated with
inlaid silver wire design of San Xing and attendants under a pine tree,
with inscriptions, mark to the base, ht. 6 3/8 in.
1657. $200-300
Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), pear-shaped body
with a trumpet mouth and flaring foot, animal-form lugs, neck decorated
with a band of archaic taotie feet, ht. 12 in. 1663.
$200-300 Bronze Vase, China, 18th century, oval cross-section with dragon
mask jump rings and diaper pattern panels, ht. 15 1/2 in.
$200-300
1658.
Bronze Vase, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), the hu-shaped body
cast with a wide band of diaper key-fret design, raised on a pedestal 1664.
foot, ht. 10 in. Gilt-bronze Figure, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), cast as a seated
$200-300 figure of an official holding a staff in both hands, ht. 4 7/8 in.
$200-300
1668
1671
1669
1665. 1669.
Bronze Armor Plaque, China, 19th century, cast as a ferocious foo Five Seals, China, a smoky quartz foo dog, one rectangular ivory, a
dog mask with fine accentuation on details, with some gilding remains, soapstone foo dog, and one of irregular shape of black soapstone, and
approx. 10 x 6 in. one of green stone, of various sizes, ht. to 2 in.
$300-500 $100-150
1666. 1670.
Four Bronzes, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), a bronze mirror Tianhuang Seal, China, the uncarved rectangular seal surmounted by a
crisply cast in high relief with celestial figures and pavilions, a small foo dog holding a string of cash coins in its mouth, lg. 2 3/8 in.
mirror cast in relief with lion and grapevine design, a cash coin with $100-150
phoenixes to one side, and characters “Tai Ping Fu Gui” (Peace
and Wealth) to the other, a quatrefoil bronze plate cast with lengthy
inscriptions to the interior, dated the thirteenth day of the third month 1671.
of the seventh year of Xuande reign, corresponding to year 1432, Soapstone Seal, China, the top finely carved into a foo dog group, the
supported on four low ruyi feet surrounding a lion group roundel, dia. 4, stone of amber and creamy white color, ht. 2 5/8 in.
2 1/2, 3, 4 7/8 in. $100-150
$200-300
1672.
1667. Soapstone Seal, China, 19th century, naturally shaped as a mountain,
Bronze Mirror, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), cast in relief with a carved in medium relief with a pair of dragons contending a flaming
central knob surround by Immortals alternating with pavilions, further pearl amidst clouds, above carp leaping in crashing waves, the reverse
encircled by geometric bands around the border, dia. 8 1/2 in. carved “Made by Shi Gu, in the winter of xinhai year,” ht. 4, lg. 4 in.
$800-1,200 $200-300
1668. 1673.
Pair of Soapstone Seals, China, early 20th century, of rectangular Large Soapstone Seal, China, the rectangular lower section of red
shape, each carved in medium relief with scholars in pavilions and color, surmounted by a top section of yellow-celadon color carved as a
traveling in a mountainous landscape, ht. 2 1/8 in. tiger group, lg. 7 in.
$200-300 $100-150
1672 1674
1674. 1679.
Tianhuang Seal, China, carved in low relief in a continuous fashion Duan Inkstone, China, 19th century, well-hollowed rectangular form
incorporating the dark skin of the stone depicting Immortals conversing supported on four short feet, the long sides carved with inscriptions,
in a mountainous landscape, seal surface uncarved, ht. 6 1/4 in. the short sides with “Qin pu qing wan” and dated March in xinyi year
$100-150 (1881), fitted wood stand, 5 x 3 1/4, ht. 1 1/8 in.
$400-600
1675.
Duan Inkstone, China, 19th century, of rectangular shape, carved in 1680.
relief with design of a phoenix and dragon to the top, 2 1/2 x 8 3/8 x 5 Inkstone, China, the borders carved in low relief in a continuous fashion
1/2 in. with pine trees growing from rockwork, under billowing clouds and
$200-300 above a stream, the inkwell in the form of a vase, the reverse incised
with inscriptions and “Qianlong yiji yu shi,” fitted wood box and cover,
lg. 4 5/8, lg. 3 1/2 in.
1676. $1,500-2,000
Duan Inkstone, China, 19th century, the top and borders finely carved
with dragons and bats amongst billowy clouds, a round pale bluish-
white natural pattern in the stone forming the moon, 7 x 4 1/2 in. 1681.
$150-200 Yixing Teapot, China, the body with a simple band of molded
decoration, with a short spout in the shape of a bamboo shoot, the
handle and the finial to the lid both vividly shaped into bamboo with
1677. shoots and leaves, maker’s mark to the base, ht. 3 5/8 in.
Two Ink Cakes, China, one carved and painted in gilt and colors with $600-800
the Eight Immortals, the other with an Immortal flanked by chilong,
boxed, 9 x 5, 6 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.
$300-500 1682.
Yixing Teapot, China, 19th century, a miniature teapot with plain
surface, a cartouche carved with characters “Yang xian xi yin shi wang”
1678. to the base, ht. approx. 1 7/8 in.
Sanghua Inkstone, China, 19th century, of rectangular shape, the $500-700
cover incised in standard script with Zhangzi’s “Xiao Yao You,” with a
panel in ochre color with a square perforation flanked by two seal script
characters, further surrounded by archaic scrolls in relief, the inkstone 1683.
finely carved in relief with a bat, dragon, and fish amidst gathering Robin’s Egg Glazed Teapot, China, Yixing ware covered in a turquoise
clouds and swirling waves to the top section, 5 1/8 x 3 5/8 in. glaze suffused with darker shades of blue, carved maker’s mark to the
$1,000-1,500 unglazed base, ht. 4 3/4 in.
$100-150
1676
1677
1680
1678
1679
1683
1681
1682
1688.
Three Yixing Teapots, China, one with a simple design of a thin
molded band to the middle, foo dog finial to the lid, one melon-shaped
with carving of a sparse landscape, and one carved with rich texture,
carved marks to the bases, all ht. approx. 4 in.
1684 $300-500
1689.
Three Yixing Teapots, China, one melon-shaped, supported on tripod
feet, with a chilong as spout and another as a finial on the flat lid,
one of compressed melon shape with gnarled branch as handle and
peach sprig borne on leafy stem as finial, and one in the shape of a
box, appliqué simulating brass mounts, marks to all three teapots, ht.
approx. 5 1/2, 3 1/2, 4 in.
$250-350
1690.
Three Yixing Teapots, China, one of short cylindrical shape, the finial
in the shape of a mouse and the spout as a bamboo shoot, one of
compressed square shape, with chilong finial, incised landscape and
inscriptions to each side, mark to the base, one of rounded shape, with
molded design of monkeys playing on a peach tree, signed “Chen Ziqi,”
ht. approx. 3 1/4, 3 3/8, 3 1/2 in.
$250-350
1691.
White Glazed Teapot, China, 19th century, one side engraved with
the Eight Immortals, the other side and the cover with characters, leaf-
shaped finial, ht. approx. 3 3/4 in.
$100-150
1692.
Duan Inkstone, China, of rectangular shape, carved with a dragon
emerging from clouds to the front, and a makara to the back flanked by
inscriptions on the borders, 6 x 3 7/8 in.
$200-300
1684. 1693.
Soapstone Seal, China, carved “shou chang lei (?),” the side carved Inkstone, China, of rectangular shape, carved with cranes under pine
with “Zhenwu xian sheng, shu Baishi kan” (To Mr. Zhenwu, carved by trees to the top section, wave and plum borders, with inscription to the
Baishi), brocade box, lg. 2 1/4 in. back, 7 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.
$4,000-6,000 $200-300
1685. 1694.
Tianhuang Seal, China, carved in relief as Immortals fishing under Inkstone and Cover, China, 20th century, the stone and the circular
a pine tree in a mountainous landscape, inscribed “renshen year, by cover finely carved with nine sinewy dragons striding amidst clouds and
Cheng Hui,” 3 5/8 x 3 1/2 in. waves in pursuit of a flaming pearl, carved with “Zhi bao zhai” (Studio of
$200-300 Superior Treasure) to the reverse, 8 1/2 x 6 in.
$100-150
1686.
Tianhuang Seal, China, carved in relief as group of scholars 1695.
appreciating an unfolded handscroll under a pine tree while one is Box of Nine Ink Blocks, China, of various sizes and shapes, each
playing zither, the reverse carved with a lotus pond, the side inscribed carved in relief and painted in light colors with scholars in a landscape,
“Shen xing wan li ban tian xia (traveling ten thousand miles covering half the reserve with inscriptions, signed “Da Ming Chengjun Fang Zhi”
of the country), yiyou year,” 5 3/4 x 4 1/2 in. (Made by Mr. Cheng’s workshop in the Ming dynasty).
$200-300 $150-250
1687. 1696.
Large Soapstone Seal, China, of square section and mounted by Two Boxes of Ink Blocks, China, of various sizes and shapes, one
box containing six ink blocks carved in relief and painted in light
a finely carved group of ferocious intertwining dragons contending a
colors and gilt with the motif of five dragons listening to a preacher,
precious pearl, the sides carved in relief with stylized taotie masks,
signed “Zimo Xuan Zhi” (Made by the Purple Ink Studio); the other box
uncarved seal surface, the stone of burgundy color, wood stand, ht. 9
containing five ink blocks, each carved with one of the five wise men in
1/2, 4 3/4 in. sq.
Chinese history, the reverse with carved and gilt inscriptions, dated “the
$300-500
fiftieth year of Qianlong” to the side.
$200-300
1686
1699 1685
1697. 1698.
Inkstone with Box, China, 19th century, the front side of the Five Yixing Wares, China, a hexagonal brush pot, a cylindrical brush
rectangular Songhua stone finely carved with a pair of stylized chilong pot molded into a gnarled tree trunk, a hexagonal teapot with a shou
enclosing a pendant-shaped inkwell, the reverse with inscriptions in a character on each panel, and two small teapots, one set on tripod feet
slightly concave panel, the stone encased in a fitted covered box made and with molded designs of beans around the shoulder, the other with
of Duan stone, the cover with elaborate relief carving of variation of poetic inscription carved to the body, ht. 4 3/4, 4 3/8, 4 5/8, 3, 2 1/2 in.
archaic dragons and scrolls, 5 x 3 1/2 (ink stone), 6 x 4 in. (box). $200-300
$1,200-2,000
1697
1699B
1699A
1699C
1699. 1699B.
Tianhuang Seal, China, the semi-translucent toffee-colored stone Porcelain Brush Rest, China, in the shape of a crested mountain,
finely and intricately carved as two intertwining dragons contending finely molded and carved with three rams in a rocky landscape to one
a precious pearl amidst swirling waves and rockwork, carved with side, deer in a wintry scene to the other, carved maker’s mark to the
inscriptions “Feng sheng shui qi xiang long dong” (auspicious dragons base, lg. 6, ht. 2 3/4 in.
emerge as wind stirs up water), and signed “Bo Yun Shan Ren” to the $100-150
lower front, seal face uncarved, wood stand, ht. 3 1/8, lg. 4 in.
$250-350
1699C.
Ge-type Brush Rest, China, in the shape of mountain ranges with
1699A. perforations, covered with a gray-celadon glaze with dark crackles,
Robin’s Egg Glazed Brush Rest, China, molded in openwork in the “Hao Ran Tang Zhi” stamped mark to the base, ht. 3 1/8, lg. 6 1/4 in.
shape of mountains and waves, covered in turquoise glaze suffused $200-300
with dark shades of blue, lg. 6, ht. 3 1/8 in.
$100-150
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