11th Century Chinese Polychrome Wood Bodhisattva Sculpture
A rare Chinese polychrome wood sculpture of a Bodhisattva, song Dynasty, 11th century, seated in vajrasana (lotus posture) with the head slightly tilted to one side and the eyes downcast, the hair in curls and trusses around the ushnisha, the right hand…
Rare Nepalese Bronze Tara Figure, 9th-10th Century
A very fine and rare Nepalese bronze parcel-gilt figure of Tara, 9th-10th century, the heavily bejeweled figure standing in tribhanga on a round lotus pedestal with a ring for attachment to a shrine, the right hand in varada mudra, the left in kataka…
Qing Dynasty Rhinoceros Horn Pouring Vessel
An archaistic rhinoceros horn pouring vessel, Gong, Qing dynasty, 18th century, carved in the form of an archaic bronze vessel, the mouth surrounded by a flared flange, one side with a gently curved spout the other set with a broad strap handle rising…
Tang Dynasty Marble Base for Maitreya Figure
A rare Chinese marble tiered base, Tang Dynasty, dated 697-698, made for a figure of Maitreya, the top in the form of an open lotus flower on an octagonal section, supported by five squatting figures, resting on a rectangular-shaped support, a continuous…
Tang Dynasty Glazed Pottery Bactrian Camel Figure
An exceptional Chinese glazed pottery figure of a Bactrian two-Humped camel, Tang Dynasty (618-906AD), standing fours-quare on long legs upon a rectangular base, its long neck raised to support the well modelled head, with mouth open, and nostrils flared,…
Rare Southern Song Dynasty Longquan Guan Celadon Zhadou Vessel
A very fine and rare Chinese Longquan Guan celadon vessel, Zhadou, Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279) the zhadou is potted with a compressed bulbous body and a broad neck that flares at the rim, and is covered inside and out with a beautiful ice-crackled…
Yuan Dynasty Longquan Mallet Vase with Fish Handles
A large Longquan mallet vase, Yuan dynasty with fish form handles and covered in a broadly crackled pale green glaze, 27 cm high
Tang Dynasty Sancai-Glazed Pottery Horse
A sancai-glazed pottery horse, Tang dynasty, standing four square on a rectangular base, with head raised and turned slightly to the side, the body glazed in cream, the breast, crupper and halter straps in chestnut brown hung with moulded plaques picked…
Yuan Dynasty Longquan Ware Peony Censer
A Longquan ware tripod censer, Yuan dynasty relief moulded with a continues peony scroll, supported on three short legs, 8.8 cm high 12.4 cm diameter
Nepalese Buddha Figure, 10th-11th Century
A rare Nepalese figure of Buddha Sakyamuni, 10th-11th century, with traces of gilt. Seated on a double-lotus throne. 12 cm high. Provenance: Private Collection, Melbourne
Tang Dynasty Lion Sculpture
A Chinese marble sculpture of a lion, early Tang Dynasty, 7th-8th century, Boldly carved seated on its haunches on a rectangular base, with powerfully muscled legs, the mouth opened wide in a ferocious snarl, with a curled mane behind the bulging eyes and…
Rare Tang Dynasty Gilt Grey Stone Pillow
A rare parcel gilt grey stone Pillow, late Tang Dynasty, 10th century, the curved front and sides carved in relief with a peony scroll recessed between continuous classic scroll borders, the straight recessed back with two further recessed cartouche and a…
Song Dynasty Hare's Fur Tea Bowl
A Chinese Jian hare's fur tea bowl, Song Dynasty (960-1279), 12 cm diameter. Provenance: Sotheby's Melbourne, 1/12/2005, lot 537. A private collection, Melbourne.
Tang Dynasty Stone Carving of Musical Ladies
An impressive Chinese stone carving, Tang Dynasty finely carved and depicting two ladies playing musical instruments above the clouds, positioned on a wooden base, 49 cm high. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney
Qingbai Ewer and Cover, Song Dynasty
A Qingbai ewer and cover, Song Dynasty (960-1279) the body is potted with eight vertical lobes that rise to incised horizontal bands at the base of the trumpet neck, above a straight ring foot. It is applied with a strap handle attached on top with a…
Tang Dynasty Camel Trader Pottery
A rare Tang Dynasty, pottery Silk Road camel trader with stand 618-906 AD, height: 90 cm, length 70 cm. Note: With Ralf Kotalla Thermoluminescence laboratory report
Qingbai Tripod Censer, Yuan Dynasty, Rare
A rare Chinese Qingbai octagonal tripod censer Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368) the octagonal section censer with two handles, raised on three cabriole lion mask legs with iron details, covered in a beautiful pale blue glaze. 12.7 cm high, 9.2 cm diameter
Song Dynasty Ding-type White Ware Bowl with Floral Design
A Chinese Ding-type white ware bowl, Song Dynasty 960-1279, finely moulded on the inside with a continuous floral design, heavily crackled ivory-coloured glaze. 8 cm high, 18.8 cm diameter, fitted box. Provenance: Sydney private collection. R & V…
Rare 10th Century Buddha Figure in Steatite
A rare Steatite figure of Buddha, five Dynasties, 10th century, seated in dhyanasana before a flat mandorla, wearing a distinctive collar, the curled hair around the ushnisa, supported on a waisted lotus throne, 18.5 cm high. Provenance: J.J. Lally & Co.,…
Rare Liao-Jin Dynasty Jade Plaque with Rabbits and Lingzhi Fungus
A rare Chinese pale greenish-white and russet jade pierced oblong Plaque 'Qiushan', Liao-Jin Dynasty, 10th-13th century the plaque is well carved and pierced with a pair of rabbits standing amidst lingzhi fungus and large-leafed trees while one with the…
Chinese Jun Dish with Blue and Purple Glaze
A large Chinese Jun dish, possibly Song-Jin Dynasty, 12th-13th century the dish is heavily potted with a flattened rim and is covered with a thick pale blue glaze with purple splashes. 21 cm diameter. Provenance: Sotheby's London, 10/09/2002, lot 186
Qianlong Cloisonne Incense Box with Lotus Design
A cloisonne 'scrolling lotus' incense box, Qianlong four-character mark, and an inventory mark, gui. 6.7 cm diam., 3.5 cm high. Cloisonne in the form of earlier bronze prototypes were used profusely during the Qianlong period (1735-1796) as trios of…
16th Century Chinese Blue and White Ewer
A Chinese Blue and white ewer, early 16th century, with high looping handle, and long curved spout, painted in inky cobalt blue with leafy scrolls, a lappet band at the base and plantain leaves around the neck, 28 cm high. Reference: See Regina Kraal &…
Tang Dynasty Grey Pottery Horse Sculpture
A large Chinese grey pottery horse, Tang dynasty (618-906), very well sculpted, standing under saddle on a flat triangular base with one leg raised, original red and white mineral pigments, 49 cm high and 65 cm wide, For similar example see Bonhams London…
Javanese Silver Four-Armed Deity, 9-10th Century or Later
A Javanese silver four-armed deity, 9-10th century or later, seated on a double lotus throne holding attributes in each hand, 10 cm high. Reference: Martin Lerner, the flame and the lotus, cat. No. 45, pp. 120-121 for a similar silver figure
Qingbai Song Dynasty Ewer with Loop Handle and Wave Band
A Qingbai gourd-shaped ewer, song Dynasty, 12th century, with a large looped strap handle and long curved spout, an incised stylised motif at the base of each one and a triple stylised wave band around the shoulder, covered in a pale blue glaze, the flat…
Qingbai 'Wave' Ewer, Song Dynasty
A qingbai 'wave' gourd-shaped ewer, Song dynasty, 12th century. 15.5 cm high. Provenance: R & V Tregaskis Oriental Art, Sydney. A few associated pieces from different kilns have been published. The most closely related, both in form and size, is probably…
Yuan Dynasty Jun Ware Bowl with Crimson Splashes
A large Jun ware bowl, Yuan dynasty the milky blue glaze with a large crimson splash in the interior, a further splash on the outside, 10 cm high, 20 cm diameter. Provenance: Kenny Chong, Hong Kong, 1980s
Tang Dynasty Pottery Horse
A large grey pottery horse, Tang dynasty, 618-906, Very well sculpted, standing under saddle on a flat triangular base with one leg raised, original red and white mineral pigments, 49 cm high and 65 cm wide. Provenance: Bonhams Sydney lot 255; The David…
Ancient Chinese Bronze Mask - 11th Century BCE
A rare Chinese bronze mask, Western Zhou, 11th century - 771BCE. A ritual burial object modelled as a human face, southern China, probably Zichuan provence, original patination. 15.5 cm high, 19 cm wide. 24.2 cm high including stand
Tang Dynasty Terracotta Horses with Lady Riders
A rare pair Tang terracotta Prancing horses with lady Riders Tang Dynasty (557 - 581AD), height 51 cm and 42 cm note: See Ralf Kotalla Thermoluminescence laboratory report TL test certificate
Tang Dynasty Sancai-Glazed Horse Statue
A large Chinese Sancai-glazed horse, Tang Dynasty (618-906 AD), 52.0 cm high, 45.0 cm wide. Provenance: A private collection, Hobart, Tasmania.
Song Dynasty Jian Hare's Fur Tea Bowl
A Chinese Jian hare's fur tea bowl, Song Dynasty (960-1279), 13 cm diameter. Provenance: Mossgreen Melbourne, 25/11/2008, lot 1188. Sotheby's Melbourne, 17/5/2004, lot 44. A private collection, Melbourne.
Qingbai lobed Meiping vase, Song Dynasty, R&V Tregaskis provenance
A Chinese Qingbai lobed Meiping vase Song Dynasty (960-1279) of lobed form with six vertical ribs to the sides. R & V Tregaskis label to base. 24 cm high, 17.5 cm diameter. Provenance: purchased from R & V Tregaskis Oriental Antiques, Sydney, 4 March 2007
Tang Dynasty White Pottery Bactrian Camel Sculpture
A large white pottery Bactrian camel, Tang Dynasty (618-906), carrying saddle bags and an animal form saddle cloth, standing with head raised on a flat base, 61 cm high 52 cm long
Song Dynasty Longquan Celadon Vessels
Two 'Longquan' celadon wares Song dynasty comprising a vessel of compressed globular form rising to a broad neck and flared mouth, applied overall with a finely crackled olive-green glaze with a satin texture; and a 'twin-fish' dish the interior with two…
Southern Song Dynasty Longquan Phoenix Mallet Vase
A Longquan mallet vase with phoenix handles, Southern song Dynasty (1127-1279), covered in an unctuous bluish green glaze, pooling at the foot, and paling at the mouth rim, the foot burned brick red, a firing mark on the glazed base, 15.2 cm high.…
Tiger-handled Chinese Glazed Jar
A Chinese glazed jar with double tiger handles on the shoulder, 19-20th century, the glaze is imitation the stripes on a tiger, the classical shape is from Tang Dynasty, height 13 cm. Provenance: Old Sydney collection, acquired in New York 1960s
12th Century Song Dynasty Jian Tea Bowl with Silver Band
A Chinese black glazed Jian tea bowl, Song Dynasty, circa 12th century. The bowl is with the original silver band. Provenance: Raymond and Victoria Tregaskis, Sydney, 13/2/2004, 13 cm diameter
Song Dynasty Junyao Purple Splashed Bowl
A Chinese Junyao purple splashed bowl, Song Dynasty (960-1279), with rounded sides, resting on a small, finely finished foot rim, covered in a sky-blue glaze thinning at the rim to a pale olive tone, with a copper splash to the interior to one side. 4.5…
Rare Chinese Ivory Panels with Imperial Mark
An extremely rare set of eight Chinese ivory panels, each exquisitely and deeply carved in high relief with mountain scenes (probably taken from scenes in history or mythology). The ivory panels mounted with turquoise pins as pairs in interlocking…
Chinese Amber Glazed Marble Clay Jiaotai Bowl, Tang Dynasty
A Chinese amber glazed marble clay Jiaotai bowl, Tang Dynasty (618-907). Provenance: K. Y. Fine Art, Hong Kong. An important private collection, Sydney, 10.4 cm diameter
Turquoise-glazed Yuan Dynasty Cizhou Meiping
A Cizhou meiping with turquoise glaze, Yuan Dynasty 22.8 cm high
Tang Dynasty Glazed Pottery Horse with Oxford Authentication
A Chinese chestnut glazed Tang Dynasty pottery horse, the unglazed saddle and saddle cloth with traces of red and black pigment. Height 32 cm. Provenance with a Sotheby's UK receipt and a copy of Oxford authentication, Thermoluminesence test, no.566e38 of…
Southern Song Longquan Celadon Brush Washer
A Longquan celadon brush washer, Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279) the washer is finely potted with an angular profile rising from a short foot to a slightly everted rim, covered overall with an attractive glaze of even sea green tone with the exception…
Tang Dynasty Horse and Rider Sculpture
An impressive Chinese horse and rider, Tang Dynasty, the horse positioned in a rare rearing pose, positioned on stand with box and certificate from the University of Wollongong of Tl test. 42.5 cm high, 43 cm long.
Tang Dynasty Sancai Tripod Vessel from Gongxian Kilns
A Chinese white pottery Sancai tripod vessel, Tang Dynasty (618-906), decorated with blue, amber and cream glazes supported on three animal formed legs, Gongxian kilns, Henan Province, 12.9 cm high, 12.3 cm diameter. Provenance: R. & V. Tregaskis
Rare Qingbai Octagonal Prunus Vase, 13th Century
A rare Qingbai octagonal 'Prunus' vase, Meiping, Southern Song-Yuan Dynasty, 13th century of conforming octagonal shape and each facet is relief moulded with a prunus spray. The glaze of pale blue tone, 21 cm high. Provenance: acquired in Indonesia in the…
Qianlong Lotus Censer with Cloisonne Enamel
A gilt-bronze and cloisonne enamel 'lotus' censer, Qianlong incised six-character mark reign mark in a vertical line, above a single character, guo, box, 9.8 cm high. Provenance: Tony Omura, 'See an Old Friend' Gallery, Hong Kong. Private collection,…
Yuan Jun Ware Bowl with Blue Glaze and Purple Splash
A Jun ware bowl, Yuan dynasty, cover with a blue glaze with a small purple splash on the interior, dark brown at the rim, 7.4 cm high, 6.2 cm diameter. Provenance: Kong His Lin, Taipei, 1970s
Yuan Qingbai Cup and Stand with Floral Decoration
A Qingbai cup and stand, Yuan Dynasty the stand with moulded floral decoration, 13 cm (Stand) diameter; 7.8 cm (cup) diameter, fitted boxes. Provenance: Shanghai arts, Singapore, 1980's
Chinese Eagle Painting by Anonymous After Wen Tong (17th Century)
A fine Chinese painting of an eagle, hanging scroll, early 17th century, Anonymous, after Wen Tong (1019-1079), framed, the eagle is perched standing alone on a mountain peak, the calligraphy to the upper right, translation, 'Painted by Wen Tong, an eagle…
Sancai-glazed Tang Dynasty Equestrienne Figure
A sancai-glazed pottery figure of an equestrienne, Tang dynasty, the chestnut glazed horse standing four square with head turned slightly to the left, the mane and tail docked, the female rider seated astride with hands clasped and held in front as though…
Rare Longquan Celadon Mallet Vase, Southern Song/Yuan Dynasty
A fine and rare Longquan celadon mallet vase ('Kinuta'), Southern Song/Yuan Dynasty, 13th/14th century, covered with an unctuous green glaze, a pair of finely worked handles on the neck, the shallow foot burnt iron-red, a kiln scar on the glazed base, 15…
Qingbai Chrysanthemum Box, Southern Song-Yuan Dynasty
A rare large Qingbai chrysanthemum-shaped box and cover, Southern Song-Yuan Dynasty (1127-1368) the box and cover are each moulded with chrysanthemum petals on the sides, and are covered inside and out with a transparent glaze of aqua bluish-white tone…
Gold Hairpins from Song-Yuan Dynasties
A group of eight gold hairpins, Song to Yuan dynasty Varying sizes from 15.5 cm to 19.2 cm long (8). Hairpins made from folded long pins such as this example are called zhegu chai and were popular during the Song and Yuan dynasties. Simpler designs such…
12th Century Chinese Qingbai Carved 'Boy' Bowl
A Chinese carved qingbai 'boy' bowl, 12th century 20.5 cm diam. 7.7 cm high. Provenance: NSW Private Collection, acquired from Luen Chai (former KY Fine Art) in the 1990s (label) Note: For a similar bowl, see lot 3209, sale 3433, Christie's, 3 June 15…
Longquan Yuan Dynasty Vases with Animal Head Masks
Two Longquan vases, one with foliate rim with two opposing animal head masks with ring handles, covered overall with blue-ish green except for the foot rim, Yuan Dynasty 27.3 cm high and 26.2 cm high (2). Provenance: Rustam, Ujung Pandang, 1970's
Tang Dynasty Prancing Horse Pottery Sculpture
A white pottery prancing horse, Tang Dynasty, 7th-8th century, very well sculpted, standing in full trappings on a flat base, with one leg raised and the neck arched. Provenance: An old Sydney Private Collection, purchased in Bond St, London, around 19507
Yuan Dynasty Longquan Celadon Wares (3 pieces)
Three 'Longquan' celadon wares Yuan dynasty comprising an ovoid jarlet, the sides decorated beneath the glaze with a composite floral meander above a band of upright petals; a shallow fluted dish with petal shaped rim; and a fluted bowl with steeply…
12th Century Thai Bronze Standing Deity Figure
A large Thai Lopburi bronze figure of a standing deity 12th century both hands in abhaya mudra with a cloak and elaborately tied dhoti, 47 cm high, 15.5 cm wide not including base
Tang Dynasty Parcel-Gilt Silver Floriate Box and Cover
A rare Chinese parcel-gilt silver floriate box and cover, Tang Dynasty (618-906), Da Tang Zhenguan mark to base, the foliate box with four clearly demarcated points, between double scalloped sides, the domed lid exquisitely engraved and gilt with the…
Large Tang Dynasty Terracotta Horse with Thermoluminescence Report
A Superbly, modelled pale terracotta Tang horse Tang Dynasty 618-906 AD in a classic Tang style with fine detail and is of an exceptional size. Height 44 cm. Length 45 cm. With Thermoluminescence report laboratory Ralf Kotalla, Germany
Song Dynasty Gold Goddess Earrings
A pair of gold 'goddess' earrings, Song dynasty 5.0 cm and 5.1 cm long, 5g each, 20ct (2). Images of apsara, goddesses, or child attendants are common design elements of the Song dynasty decorative arts. In earrings they typically appear in…
Yuan Dynasty Celadon Dragon Dish with Waves and Clouds
A large 'Longquan' celadon 'dragon' dish Yuan dynasty, with rounded sides and everted rim, the interior moulded in relief with a scaly dragon pursuing a flaming pearl beside cloud scrolls, in a central medallion withiin a continuous band of scrolling…
12th century Chinese qingbai lobed dish with floral design
A Chinese lobed and carved qingbai foliate dish, 12th century 18 cm diam. 6.5 cm high. Provenance: NSW Private Collection, acquired from Luen Chai (former KY Fine Art) in the 1990s (label) Note: For a similar 'peony' pattern, compare a qingbai lobed dish…
Yuan Dynasty Jun Ware Bowl with Blue Glaze
A good Jun ware bowl, Yuan dynasty covered with a bright milky-blue glaze, darkening at the mouth rim, 8.2 cm high, 8.8 cm diameter
Longquan Celadon Charger with Carp and Lotus Design
A large Longquan charger decorated with two moulded carp in the interior base, and freely executed wave border of the cavetto, a plain wide rim, the exterior side decorated with lotus petals, glazed overall with olive green celadon, except for the foot…
Yuan Dynasty Longquan Celadon Dragon Bowl
A Chinese Longquan celadon carved and moulded dragon bowl, Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368), a large bowl with a sprig moulded dragon to the centre, carved scrolling foliage to the cavetto, and a wide flattened rim. The exterior with carved lotus petals.…
Restored 12th/13th Century Jian Tea Bowl with Silver Design
A jian 'hare's fur' tea bowl, 12th/ 13th century restored with silver with 'gourd and vine leaves' motif, box, 6.9 cm high, 12.4 cm diam.
Octafoil Silver 'Twin Birds' Dish, Southern Song Dynasty
An octafoil silver 'twin birds' dish, Southern Song dynasty 14 cm diam.,. Provenance: R and V Tregaskis Oriental Art, Sydney (no. 2962) Compare an almost identical dish with the same inscription, see J. J. Lally & Co., Silver and Gold in Ancient China, 16…
Paintings of Sung Dynasty - Nine Volumes
Complete Nine Volume of 'Paintings of the Sung Dynasty', Selected and reproduced by the Palace Museum, Peking(possibly) 1957 each book with cover: 33.5 cm wide, 37.3 cm long, 3.8 cm high (9). Provenance: NSW Private Collection. by descent NSW Private…
Qingbai Buffalo Boy Figurine, Yuan Dynasty
A Qingbai boy on the buffalo, Yuan dynasty iron spot and bluish glaze, flat unglazed base, stand, 6 cm high, 10 cm long. Provenance: Christie's London, 13/12/1982, lot 517
Archaic Chinese Bronze Ding with Varied Patination
A Chinese archaic bronze ding, 11th century BCE or later, supported on three short legs, the surface with overall varied patination. 17.5 cm high, 14.6 cm wide, fitted box
Rare Tang Dynasty 'Fat Lady' Statue with Report
A rare large Tang Dynasty 'Fat lady' 618 - 906 AD height 66 cm. Note: With Ralf Kotalla Thermoluminescence laboratory report
Tang Dynasty Sancai-Glazed Pottery Official Figure
A Chinese large Sancai-glazed pottery figure of an official, Tang Dynasty (AD 618-907), 78.5 cm high. Provenance: An important private collection, Sydney, Australia.
8th Century Bronze Seated Buddha Vairocana from Swat Valley
A bronze figure of a seated Buddha Vairocana, Swat valley, 8th century seated in dhyanasana on a pillow over a lion throne and lotus base, the hands in bodhyagri mudra, wearing a finely pleated dhoti and sash draped around his elbows, adorned with armlets…
Rare Xing Yao-type Ewer with Creamy-White Glaze
A rare Xing Yao-type ewer, late Tang-five Dynasty, 9th-10th century, with a high looped strap handle and short faceted spout, covered in a thick creamy-white glaze and supported on a tall footrim, a raised ring on the shoulder and top of the foot,…
Song Dynasty Ding Yao Lobed Bowl Pair
A Song Dynasty Ding Yao bowl with lobed rim. Diameter 16.5 cm, bears label for R Tregaskis Oriental Art, together with another similar.
Qingbai Dish with Diving Goose and Lotus
A Chinese Qingbai dish, Southern Song/Yuan dynasty, 13th century, delicately moulded with a diving goose amongst lotus, the cavetto with stylised borders. 14.5 cm diameter. Provenance: R & V Tregaskis, 6/3/1994
A Chinese pottery statue of a male figure with ball, remains of polychrome finish, Tang Dynasty 618 to 907 A.D. Accompanied by a thermoluminescence test certificate from the Oxford Authenticity, United Kingdom, (Hk 2123-687). 38 cm high
Jin-Yuan Dynasty Jun Bowl
A Jun bowl, Jin-Yuan Dynasty, 13th century the bowl is of deep, rounded conical form, and is covered inside and out with a glaze of pale milky blue color, and with a purple plash on the interior, 16.4 cm diameter. Provenance: Mr. Ma Tak, Hong Kong, late…
12th Century Qingbai Lotus Bowl with Fitted Box
A rare large Qingbai bowl, Song dynasty 12th century, carved in the centre with lotus sprays, covered in a finely blue-ish green glaze, fitted box, 6.7 cm high, 19.5 cm diameter. Provenance: Kenny Chong, Hong Kong, late 1970's
Tang Dynasty Terracotta Prancing Horse
A rare large size terracotta prancing horse, Tang Dynasty, c.618AD - 907AD, with removable saddle and custom made stand, probably comes from the 'Changzhi Region, Shanxi Province. It is molded and modelled in grey earthenware and still has large amounts…
Late Shang Chinese Bronze Gu with Beast Masks
A Chinese bronze Gu, late Shang period (BC. 17th-11th) cast with an extravagant mouth, ring foot and decorated with beast masks and plants, 28.5 cm high. Notes: the Gu symbolizes power and identity. Reference: for similar items see: Chinese Academy of…
Jun Blue-Glazed Dish, Song Dynasty (13th Century)
A Jun Blue-Glazed dish, song Yuan Dynasty, 13th century it covered overall in a lavender-blue glaze thinning to a mushroom tone at the rim, 16 cm diameter. Provenance: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 30/05/2018, lot 386. Private collection, Melbourne, Australia.
Rare Yuan Dynasty Bronze Barbed Bowl with Dragon Motifs
A rare bronze octagonal barbed bowl, Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368) the bowl is with alternate bird and flower panels, on short flared foot with interlocked dragon motifs, the bronze with even green patina. 23 cm diameter, 14 cm high. Literature: new history of…
Song Dynasty Yaozhou Ware Lotus Tea Bowl
A fine Yaozhou ware tea bowl, Song dynasty (960-1279), 12th century, thinly potted, moulded in the centre with a continuous lotus scroll, the outside carved with lotus petals, fitted box, 5.5 cm high 12.5 cm diameter. Provenance: Shanghai arts, Singapore,…
Pair of Qingbai Cover Boxes
Two Qingbai cover boxes, 12-13th century, one moulded flower form and one melon shape with matched cover, 13.5 cm diameter and 13.3 cm diameter (2)
Song Dynasty Qingbai Boys Bowl
A Qingbai boys bowl, Song Dynasty, 96-1279 standing on a high foot, the interior carved with three boys under a pale blueish glaze the exterior with a horizontal band of ribs 6.2 cm high; 12.4 cm diameter
Chinese Porcelain Lion Table Screen with Qianjiang Enamel Painting
A Chinese porcelain circular table screen, with carved mythical lion stand the porcelain panel is painted in the Qianjiang enamel technique inside a dark hardwood frame. The stand is carved hardwood and decorated with pierced upper scrolling work, which…
Jade Phoenix Disc Bi, Warring States/Han Dynasty
A jade 'Phoenix' disc bi, Warring States/Han Dynasty, circa 3rd BC. Well-carved to both sides of the surface with a band of comma spirals within inner and outer raised borders, and flanked on the edges by a pair of phoenix. The semi translucent stone of…
Vines and Chrysanthemum
Attributed to various Artists including Mei Lanfang (1894 - 1961), Cheng Yanqiu (1904 - 1958), Shang Xiaoyun (19001976), Xun Huisheng (1900-1968), and Liu Yazi (1887 - 1958), Vines and Chrysanthemum, Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll, signed and…
Yaozhou Celadon Lobed Bowl, 12th Century
A Yaozhou celadon lobed bowl, Song Dynasty, 12th century, finely potted and covered with a vibrant olive green glaze, the sides divided by six vertical ribs, 7.5 x 20.3 cm. Provenance: R & V Tregaskis
Sky-blue glazed Junyao dish from Song Dynasty
A Chinese Junyao dish, Song Dynasty (960-1279), with a small finely finished footrim, covered in a sky-blue glaze, showing an olive hue at the rim. 4 cm high, 19 cm diameter. No visible faults or damage. Approximately 404 gm weight
Nepalese Black Stone Vishnu and Lakshmi Sculpture
A Nepalese black stone sculpture of Vishnu with Lakshmi 8th/9th century, depicting Vishnu dancing with Lakshmi, with Garuda kneeling to one side, the figures surrounded by a flame mandorla, of black stone worn through centuries of pujas. With later wooden…
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