Ivory Pine Raft with Figures and Musical Instruments
A carved ivory tusk, Qing Dynasty, 19th century in the form of a gently curved pine trunk raft carrying numerous figures variously occupied, some seated at tables drinking, listening to others playing musical instruments, and maidens seated at the prow…
Chinese Ivory Vessel with Archaistic Motifs and Animal Handles
A large Chinese ivory vessel and cover, mid 20th century, carved with archaistic motifs, loose rings elephant head handles, a Buddhist lion and cub on the cover, 36.5 cm high
Chinese Ivory Vessel with Archaistic Motifs and Elephant Handles
A very large Chinese ivory vessel and cover, mid 20th century, carved with archaistic motifs, loose rings elephant head handles, a Buddhist lion and cub on the cover, 42 cm high
Chinese Carved Gourd Vase with Ivory Cover
A Chinese moulded and carved gourd vase with ivory and tortoise shell cover, Guangxu incised mark to the base, moulded and carved around the body with a landscape of garden pavilions and gate towers amongst rocks and pine trees, accompanied with a poem…
Chinese Ivory Fish Vase with Suspension Stand
Rare fine Chinese carved ivory double fish vase with suspension stand, held by carved ivory chains, terminating with double fish suspension loop, the main body well carved in high relief, recessed panels carved in relief with hand painted flowering iris…
Ivory Takarabune with Shishi Fukijin and Immortals
An fine ivory carving of the Shishi Fukijin on the Takarabune, Meiji period 1868-1912, finely carved, an elaborate vessel in full sail engraved and inked to represent woodgrain, decorated with patterns, motifs and mother-of-pearl studs and a large chicken…
Antique Shibayama Ivory Vases with Bird and Flower Motifs
A fine large pair of antique shibayama ivory vases, Meiji period, 1865-1912, Utilising the natural curvature of the tusk, exquisitely decorated in gold, coral, mother-of-pearl and depicting various birds including fowl and auspicious red crested cranes…
Japanese Ivory Jonquil Pot with Colored Flowers
Delightful Japanese ivory pot and flowers, carved in the form of jonquils and foliage, some coloured green, yellow and orange, within a facetted ivory pot, height 21 cm
Qing Dynasty Ivory Vase with Sailing Junk and Horsemen
An ivory vase, Qing dynasty, 18th/19th century, the ovoid body carved in deep undercut relief with figures in a sailing junk and men on horseback brandishing swords, in a continuous seascape with trees on a rocky shore and a dragon and tiger among…
Carved Ivory Dragon Urn with Wooden Stand
A substantial Chinese carved ivory lidded urn, on carved rosewood-finish wooden stand, depicting intricately carved dragons front and verso with two foo dog-mask handles, and intertwining figural dragon finial, suspended under a pierced carved ivory panel…
Qing Dynasty Ivory and Gourd Cricket Cage with Lion Reticulation
Ivory and gourd cricket cage Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) moulded of tapering hexagonal form, featuring floral arrangements in vases interspersed by inscription, surmounted by an ivory double-tiered rim with pierced tortoise shell cover, worked in…
Carved Ivory Vase with Birds, Late Qing Dynasty
A Chinese carved and pierced ivory vase late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900 with recessed cartouche to front and back each displaying birds, 31 cm high
Antique Chinese Ivory Vase with Celestial Garden Relief
A fine antique Chinese ivory vase and cover, of tall ovoid shape with lion mask captured ring handles to the neck, the body intricately carved in relief with a celestial garden populated with numerous figures of deities, attendants, sages and children…
Qing Dynasty Ivory Vase with Garden Scene and Bats Handles
An ivory vase, Qing dynasty, 19th century, of oval section carved in undercut relief with panels depicting two figures seated in a garden pavilion watching boys at play, reserved on a ground of floral scrolls between bands of stiff leaves and key fret,…
Japanese Ivory Vase with Pheasant and Song Birds
A Japanese carved ivory vase, one panel showing pheasant on rocky outcrop in bamboo grove, the other depicting two song birds in a prunus tree. Height 22.5 cm
Meiji Shibiyama Tusk Vase with Intricate Inlay Design
A Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Shibiyama tusk vase, signed Masahisa on an inlaid mother-of-pearl tablet, decorated in aogai, tortoiseshell, stained ivory, coral, horn and wood, one side with a pigeon beside a display table and vase with a profusion…
Chinese Carved Ivory Vase with Jewelled Decoration and Signature
Large fine Chinese lidded ivory vase / urn, finely carved panels to the body showing figures in outdoor scenes, jewelled decoration with coral, turquoise & lapis, the cover carved with figures on a rocky out crop under a prunus tree, signed to the cover,…
Ivory Figure of Young Woman with Backpack and Books
Chinese Cultural Revolution ivory figure, of a young woman climbing mid stride with large woven backpack containing books, manuscripts and vessels, with left hand clutching a newspaper accented with miniature inked inscriptions, the ground modelled with…
Dragon Chasing Pearls Ivory Vase
A late 19th century ivory tusk section vase finely and deeply carved with a continuous scene of dragons chasing pearls among the clouds. Wooden stand. Height 23 cm
Chinese Ivory Vessel with Archaistic Motifs and Elephant Handles
A small Chinese ivory vessel and cover, mid 20th century, carved with archaistic motifs, loose rings elephant head handles, a Buddhist lion on the cover, 21 cm high
Chinese Ivory Tusk Vase with Birds and Calligraphy
Circa 1900 Chinese ivory tusk vase, carved in high relief with birds amongst chrysanthemum, peony, prunus and bamboo plants underneath lines of calligraphy, Qianlong seal mark to the base. Height 27 cm
Chinese Ivory Brush Pot with Scholar and Immortal Carvings
A large Chinese ivory brush pot, carved with scholars & immortals in relief, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, depicting the scene of an idiom: Hua long Dian Jing - paint the dragon, dot the eyes, & the story of the cowherd & the weaver girl meeting at the…
Antique Chinese Ivory Dressing Set with Carved Blossom Decoration
Early 7 piece Chinese ivory dressing table set. Carved blossom decoration. Three brushes, hand mirror (glass missing), lidded bowl (as inspected), comb & shoehorn. Provenance: Estate late Lawrence & Nora (nee Moon) Illingworth - Collected Shanghai c…
Japanese Dragon Vase with Silver and Enamel Details
A Japanese silver, ivory and enamelled vase, Meiji period, with ivory body decorated with three dragons fighting in the waves, twin silver dragon handles and enamelled silver foot and top. Minor losses and repairs. Height 25 cm
Chinese Ivory Vase with Birds and Mythical Creatures
A fine Chinese ivory tusk section vase, very finely pierced and carved with walls of bamboo, chrysanthemums, roses, prunus blossoms, wisteria and other leafy branches, numerous birds perched amongst the branches along with a phoenix and dragon. Raised on…
Meiji Ivory Brush Pot with Shibayama Inlay
Japanese Meiji period ivory shibayama brush pot, following the natural shape of the tusk, decorated and inlaid with images of vases, flowers and blossoming tress, signed, inscribed to base 'Presented to// W.H Telfer Esq//by the// Coventry Colliery sports…
Chinese Ivory Brush Pot with Landscape and Figures
A 19th century Chinese ivory brush pot decorated with figures and pagodas in a landscape setting and Chinese character script, 13 cm height,
Chinese Ivory Bird Vases
Pair of Chinese carved ivory vases, of slender baluster form with a waisted neck and flared lip, each decoratively carved with a pair of birds in an outdoor setting, in tones of red, green and yellow, with inscriptions to upper corners, raised on stepped…
Qing Dynasty Ivory Brush Pot with Village Scene
Finely carved Chinese Qing Dynasty ivory brush pot of cylindrical form, carved with a continuous scene of figures within a village landscape, with a carved and pierced stand, height 13.5 cm
Carved Ivory Urn with Immortal Panels and Dragon Handles
Large carved ivory sectional covered urn, all highly carved with temple dogs, dragon handles and immortal panels raised on three claw feet, 51 cm height
19th Century Canton Ivory Tusk Vase with Intricate Carvings
A large and finely carved Canton export ivory tusk vase, 19th century carved in deep relief to all surfaces with scenes of figures at various pastimes and occupations within architecture and foliage on a finely pierced ground
Japanese Shibayama Vase with Coloured Enamels, Meiji Period
A fine Japanese silver & lacquer shibayama vase, Meiji period (1868-1912), with elongated neck and fluted rim, highlighted with coloured enamels, six kinji lacquer ground panels decorated with flowers inlaid with shell, mother of pearl, ivory and tortoise…
Late Qing Dynasty Ivory Vase with Engraved Eagle Scene
Good Chinese late Qing Dynasty ivory vase, of slender ovoid form, finely engraved with a scene of two eagles, tree and Royal pearl, in tones of green, black and red, with incised poem verso, height 20.5 cm. Provenance: The Ivan Ban collection
Chinese Dragon Gourd Cricket Container with Ivory Lid
A quality old Chinese carved gourd bodied cricket container, finely carved with sinuous dragons chasing the mystic pearl, wave and lappet borders, the ivory screw fitting lid with finely carved and pierced tortoise shell domed top, carved character marks…
Meiji Ivory Vase with Tigers
An antique Japanese ivory vase, Meiji period, 1868-1912, utilising the natural curvature of the tusk and finely carved in relief, engraved and inked with three animated naturalistic tigers, height 27.5 cm
Meiji Ivory Shibayama Vases with Butterfly Inlay
Lovely pair of Japanese Meiji period ivory shibayama vases, of slightly tapering cylindrical form, inlaid with scenes of flowering branches and butterflies, on wooden stands, height 8 cm (not including stand) (2). Provenance: The Ivan Ban collection
Signed Chinese Ivory Pagoda Vase on Stand
An antique signed Chinese ivory pagoda vase, a finely carved and inked vase in two sections, the upper tiered pagoda elaborately pierced and hung with bells, the lower section in the form of a tripod censer with ornate dragon handles and richly relief…
Antique Chinese Ivory Censer with Temple Dog Finial
Large antique Chinese carved ivory censer & stand extensive carved and pierced decoration, with temple dog finial to lid, and deep carving to bowl, with ring handles, to tri-footed base, on wood stand, height 22 cm.
Chinese Ivory Vases on Stands - 20th Century
A pair of Chinese carved ivory vases on stands, first half of the 20th century, 14 cm high
Antique Chinese Carved Ivory Dragon Urn on Stand
Good antique Chinese carved ivory lidded urn on timber stand, intricately carved dragon form to lid, and deeply carved figures to body of urn, carved ring handles, to carved three leg base, on fitted carved wood stand, character marks to base of lid and…
Chinese Ivory Brush Pot with Tree and Bird Motifs
C1920's Chinese ivory brush pot decorated with trees and birds, 13 cm high (including timber base)
Chinese Ivory Brush Pot with Landscape and Animals
A good late 19th century Chinese finely carved ivory tusk section brush pot carved in relief with figures in a landscape of trees, mountains and foliage highlighted with butterflies, birds and animals, all on a fine circular repeating trellis type ground,…
Qing Dynasty Ivory Brush Pot with Intricate Carvings
Chinese Qing Dynasty carved ivory brush pot, of cylindrical form, intricately carved with various scenes of figures in pavilions with pine trees, raised on a pierced stylised lotus and foliate base, a/f, height 11.5 cm
Finely Carved Ivory Dish with Village Scenes
Early 20th century very finely carved ivory dish on pedestal foot eight fluted panels all carved with village scene, 21.5 cm diameter (slight faults)
Chinese carved ivory vases with landscape figures
Pair of Chinese carved and pierced ivory tusk vases, c. 1920, decorated with figures in landscape, on wooden stands (A/F) (2), height 11.5 cm
Chinese Ivory Reticulated Vase with Diaper Pattern
A finely reticulated Chinese ivory vase, tall ovoid shape pierced with a trellis walls and oval lozenge panels of diaper pattern, height 20.5 cm.
Meiji Ivory Vases on Timber Stands
Japanese pair of carved ivory vases on decorated timber stands, Meiji period. Approximately 13 cm each
Chinese Zodiac Ivory Covered Jar
A Chinese ivory miniature covered jar. Mid 20th century, the petite ovoid jar with a flat topped lid, well decorated with the twelve Chinese zodiac animal symbols accompanied by script and bordered red seals to the reverse, the lid decorated with an…
Japanese Ivory Carving of Seven Immortals in Wooden Bowl
Rare Japanese ivory carving representing the seven immortals with central deity within a wooden bowl A/F
Ivory Tusk Vase with Coral and Turquoise Encrustations
Carved ivory tusk vase encrusted with coral & turquoise.
Japanese Ivory Vase with Sei?bo Riding a Kirin
A finely carved Japanese ivory vase in low relief with Sei?bo, Queen Mother of the West, riding a kirin accompanied by attendant women and a child. Engraved seal mark under base, height 14.5 cm
Qing Dynasty Ivory Brush Pot with Silver Base
Chinese carved ivory brush pot Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) decorated with figures at leisure amongst pavilions beneath willow and pine trees, with silver insert base, stamped
Meiji Ivory Monkey Container with Finial
A Japanese Meiji period carved ivory lidded container, the oval tusk section finely carved with monkeys, stained detail, the lid with applied finial as a seated monkey eating a fruit. Height 11 cm
19th Century Japanese Ivory 'Sagely Man' Okimono
Japanese carved ivory 'Sagely Man' a very fine antique Japanese 19th century hand carved ivory okimono of a wise man with a food bowl, signed to the base with a red painted mon.
Chinese Five Dynasty White Ware Dish
Chinese five Dynasty (907-979) Dingyao white Ware dish, with a folded lip and tapering body, raised on an unglazed circular foot, in ivory white glaze, a/f to foot rim, diameter 13 cm. Provenance: Leonard Joel, then private collection, Balmain
Father and Son Eating on Haystack with Chickens, Meiji Period
Japanese carved ivory okimono of a father and Son eating Meiji period (1868-1912) seated on a haystack eating a bowl of rice, with his axe at his feet, his Son standing near him feeding chickens, signed
Oriental Ivory Pot with Figural Lid and Carved Base
Antique oriental ivory lidded pot, with ornately carved base and figural top, 17.5 cm wide, 15 cm high a carved wooden stand is included
Interesting Chinese ivory carving, in the form of a tea pot with branch form handle and spout, the body carved with flower heads and foliage in red and green tones, with removable cover set with domed finial, 12 cm x 12 cm
Qing Dynasty Ivory Brush Pot with Garden Scene
Finely carved Chinese Qing Dynasty ivory brush pot of cylindrical form, carved with a continuous scene of figures within a garden setting, on a carved and pierced base, height 10 cm
Chinese Ivory Vase with Maidens on Clouds
Chinese carved ivory vase, early 20th century, decorated with two intricately carved scenes depicting maidens standing on clouds, height 20 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Canberra
Antique Chinese Ivory Carved Vase - 17.5cm Height
Antique Chinese carved ivory vase, height: approx 17.5 cm
Song Dynasty White-Wear Bowl with Floriform Impressions
A Chinese Houzhou white-wear bowl, Song Dynasty (960-1279), decorated with vertical impressions to the outer surface, giving a floriform effect, the paste covered in a white slip and an ivory-tinged glaze. 6 cm high, 13.5 cm diameter
Ivory-hued Xingyao bowl from five Dynasties period
A Chinese Xingyao white-ware bowl, five Dynasties (907-960), resting on a bi-foot, with a rolled over rim, and covered in an ivory-hue glaze. 5 cm high, 15 cm diameter
Dragon and Clouds Ivory Brush Pot with Wooden Stand
Chinese carved ivory brush pot, decorated continuously with dragons and stylised clouds, mounted in a carved wooden stand, overall height 18.5 cm
Dragon Ivory Vase on Wooden Stand
Chinese carved and pierced ivory tusk vase, decorated with two dragons, on wooden stand, height 16 cm
Carved Ivory Potpourri Jar with Mesh Work
Fine 19th century carved ivory potpourri lidded jar, exquisitely carved with mesh work to the body
Handpainted Ivory Bottle Vases - Petite Pair
A pair of handpainted ivory bottle vases of diminutive size, height 13 cm
Japanese Carved Ivory Jar with Theatrical Figures
A circa 1900 Japanese carved ivory lidded tusk section jar, the multiple theatrical performing figures carved in relief and highlighted with black staining, the flat lid with child finial, height 14.3 cm.
Carved Ivory Vase with Oriental Scenes and Wooden Plinth
Oriental carved ivory vase. Figures amongst foliage in three scenes. Wooden plinth. Height 12 cm (vase only)
Chinese Ivory Fan with Landscape and Initials
A 19th century Chinese finely carved ivory fan, opening to reveal various figures within a landscape including pagoda and other buildings and vessels, the centre with oval cartouche framing the initials 'MK', minor loss. Provenance: 'This fan is believed…
Intricately Carved Chinese Ivory Vase
A 19th century Chinese finely carved ivory vase of baluster form, the thin tapered panels with intricate carved detail of figures in landscape, hexagonal body, ring neck, mildly curved flat rim and pedestal base, all entirely decorated. Some minor damage.…
Japanese Ivory Vessel with Animal Carvings and Snail Finial
A Japanese carved ivory cylindrical vessel with cover, Taisho period, carved around the body with various animals including a frog, a lizard, two birds, a snail and a butterfly among leaves, the cover with a finial in the form of a snail removable from…
Meiji Ivory Vase with Gold Lacquer and Nature Motifs
A Japanese gold lacquer mounted ivory vase, Meiji period (1868-1912), depicting lively scenes of birds, insects and squirrel amongst grapes, bamboo and flowers decorated in Takamaki-e, unsigned, 17 cm high
Qing Dynasty Ivory Vase with Chilong Carving
Chinese Qing Dynasty ivory vase, of elegant tapering form, carved with two chilong circling the neck, height 9 cm
Chinese Carved Ivory Pot with Dragon Panels
Antique Chinese carved ivory lidded pot decorated with mask & ring twin handles, tri-footed foo dog legs & lid and carved dragon panels. C:1900, interior decoration. Signed base. 24.5 cm, high approx. Provenance: Acquired by the vendor's parents when…
Chinese Ivory Brush Pot, Late Qing Dynasty
A small Chinese ivory brush pot, late Qing Dynasty, 19th-early 20th century each side of the brush pot carved with figures in a garden. 19/20 8.5 cm high. Provenance: an important private collection, Victoria, Australia
Chinese Ivory Coastal Scene Lidded Pot
A Chinese carved ivory lidded pot, cylindrical form, very fine engraved with coastal scene and boats, fine engraved calligraphy associated, the lid with finial as a carved stylised lion, raised on ring foot. Height 12.7 cm
Qing Dynasty Ivory Needle Container
Chinese Qing Dynasty carved ivory needle container of cylindrical form, carved continuously with figures, trees and pagodas, with central monogram, length 16 cm
Japanese Lacquer Fire Screen with Ivory Flowers
A Japanese painted lacquer fire screen early to mid 20th century. The screen is decorated with applied carved ivory (marine type) vase and flowers. Height 86 cm; width 77 cm
Chinese Ivory Dragon Pedestal Jar with Cover
Chinese ivory pedestal jar and cover, the cover set with dragon finial, above a pierced cylindrical body decorated with two dragons amongst stylised clouds, raised on a foliate base carved with geometric motifs, height 16.5 cm
Chinese Ivory Plaque: Woman Drummer on Sailing Vessel
A Chinese finely engraved ivory plaque in stand, depicting a woman drummer upon a sailing vessel, a fine multi-calligraphic poem to top left margin, the pierced dragon scroll frame in conforming hardwood stand. Height 22.5 cm.
Chinese Ivory Rose Bowl with Lid
Chinese carved ivory lidded bowl. Rose decoration. Three small chips. Diameter 9 cm, height 6 cm
Ivory Fan with Floral and Butterfly Motifs
A finely pierced ivory fan the guards and sticks have a central vase with a spray of flowers and butterflies, c. 1930, between an arc of scrolls and motifs, original cream ribbon, Wt. 55grms, length 20 cm open 35.5 cm
Antique Ivory Billiard Balls and Chinese Porcelain Dish Base
Two antique ivory billiard balls and an antique Chinese porcelain dish base, 19th century, the dish 9.5 cm across
Dragon Carved Ivory Vases with Pierced Bases
Pair of Chinese ivory vases. Carved dragon to each. On carved, pierced bases. Wt. 211 (total). Height 15 cm (each)
Chinese Ivory Erotic Dragon Lid Bowl
Chinese ivory erotic lidded bowl. Carved stylised dragon to lid; erotic scene to interior. Diameter 6 cm
Chinese Ivory Vases with Fine Carvings and Signatures
A pair of Chinese ivory vases, finely carved figures, flowers, birds, landscapes and inscriptions. One vase has some damage to rim. Signed by Feng Shao Xia (1922 - 2001), an ivory miniature master. Early-mid-20th century. Height 20.5 cm
Carved Ivory Dragon Vase on Wooden Stand
A Chinese carved ivory dragon vase on later wooden stand, early 20th century.
Dragon-Adorned Antique Chinese Ivory Vases (10.5cm)
Two antique Chinese carved ivory vases with intricate dragon decoration, height 10.5 cm
19th Century Japanese Ivory Carved Panels
Three 19th century Japanese finely carved ivory panels, the pair with women involved with the production of silk, including the harvesting of mulberry leaves and one figure at a loom, the other single panel incorporating 10 figures upon a vessel and pier.…
Qing Dynasty Ivory Carving and Brush Pot
A small Chinese ivory carving of an immortal and a small reticulated brush pot, both Qing dynasty, 19th century, 13 and 7 cm high
Carved Ivory Dragon Jar on Timber Stand
Antique Chinese carved ivory lidded dragon jar, on timber stand, 24 cm high approx.
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