Japanese Keyaki Wood Tokobashira Post
An old Japanese keyaki wood tokobashira post, from a traditional tea ceremony room, hand carved accentuating the natural knots in smooth decorative relief. 13 x 14 x 1900. Note: The tokobashira post is noted as a 'Unique or aesthetically appealing wooden p
Laughing Buddha Carving on Boxwood Base
A Chinese boxwood carving of the reclining Buddha, 19th century, depicted laughing and holding a string of beads, on a separate carved wood base, overall length 10.63 in.
Boxwood Carving of Scholar from Beijing School
Beijing school boxwood carving of a scholar, 19th/20th century, 8.07 in. high
Gilded Standing Buddha Statue - 115 cm
A very decorative standing Buddha, carved and gilded wood, Height 45.28 in. (incl. stand)
Carved Wood Panels: Four Seasons
A set of 'Four Seasons' carved wood panels in hardwood frames, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or Republic period (1912-1949), 19th/Early 20th century, the panels of pierced relief wood each depicting a different flower (chrysanthemum, month rose, pomegranate and
Japanese Smoking Implements Collection
A collection of Japanese smoking implements, Meiji period (1868-1912), 19th century, three charming Senryu-Zutsu (single section) pipe cases, the first in carved wood from a natural branch, the second from a piece of dark polished wood (possibly ebony) and
Japanese Smoking Implements Collection
A collection of Japanese smoking implements, early 20th century, the first a dark rattan kiseruzutsu (pipe case) with pipe and burlwood tonkotsu (tobacco pouch), the second a caramel rattan kiseruzutsu with gold highlight and pipe and natural burlwood tonk
Gilt Wood Temple Lotus Flower Vases, Edo Period
A pair of Japanese gilt wood temple lotus flower vases, Edo period (1603-1912), 19th century, the finely carved and gilded lotus flowers and leaves with raised gesso details, fitted into gilt wood vases. Each 30.31 in. high, 17.72 in. wide
Antique Chinese Carved Wood Guanyin Figure on Lotus Stand
Antique Chinese carved wood Guanyin figure standing figure, on lotus stand, small loss to foot of figure, height 17.72 in. Provenance: Mr Osborne, Australian Journalist, who travelled extensively in China CIRCA 1890.
Mid-century Hokkaido Carved Wood Bear and Salmon Sculpture
A large mid 20th century carved wood Hokkaido kibori kuma hunting bear and salmon sculpture, well detailed, the bear with salmon held in its mouth, length 24.80 in., height 17.32 in.
Edo Period Carved Wood Daikoku Sculpture
A large and impressive Japanese Edo period carved wood sculpture of Daikoku, the god of earth, agriculture, food, commerce and wealth. Classically represented, standing on two bales of rice with another at his feet, a large treasure sack slung over his sho
Li Bai Rock Crystal Brush Rest
A Chinese carved rock crystal brush rest in the form of Li Bai, Qing Dynasty, 20th century the finely carved figure with long beard and a smile on his face, laying against a rock. It is with the original fitted wood stand. 20 4.33 in. wide, 2.36 in. high.…
Qing Dynasty Miniature Rootwood Cabinet with Ruyi Fungus Handle
A fine rootwood and hardwood miniature cabinet, Mid-Qing Dynasty, 18th-19th century the cabinet is finely carved with a ruyi fungus formed handle, each side is also decorated with ruyi fungus branches. The doors are carved in relief with floral scrolls, an
Qing Dynasty Scholar's Weight: Playful Bamboo Cubs
A rare Chinese carved bamboo root scholar's weight in the form of a pair of playful cubs, early Qing Dynasty, 17th century the cubs is of circular flattened form with revolving ball 17 3.15 in. diameter. Provenance: an important private collection, Sydney…
Qing Dynasty Boxwood Brush Washer with Lotus and Animals
A Chinese carved boxwood brush washer, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period (1661-1722) the washer is finely carved with a large lotus leaf sounded by other smaller lotus and leaves, with a crab on the leaf of upper right and a frog on another leaf on the front. 15
Antique Wood Carving of Quanyin, Late 19th Century
Early Chinese carving of Quanyin of wood seated in traditional wear, height 33.07 in. Lots 535 - 542, property from the Reverend Alfred Cowie Missionary in Shanghai, late 19th century. Thence by decent.
Wooden Reclining Buddha from Thailand
A wooden reclining Buddha, Thailand, carved from a single piece of wood. Height 8.86 in., width 19.69 in., depth 7.48 in.
Set of Eight Carved Chinese Boxwood Daoist Figures
Set of eight Chinese carved boxwood figures, each depicted holding one of the eight Daoist emblems, height 5.51 in. (8)
Laughing Buddha and Female Deity Carved Statues
Asian carved statues of a laughing Buddha and a female deity, both in dark wood, taller 9.06 in. (2)
Japanese carved wood shishi temple supports
A pair of old Japanese carved wood large shishi, used as supports for a temple roof or lintel. The mirror pair with scroll carved eyes, snarling face and flared tails. 30.71 in. x 15.75 in. x 14.96 in.
Carved Boxwood Figurine from Chinese Cultural Revolution
A Chinese Cultural Revolution carved boxwood figurine, height 5.91 in.
Burmese Lacquer Stupa Bowl with Traditional Patterns
Good antique Burmese lacquer Stupa form bowl extensively decorated in traditional patterns, to Stupa form lid and circular bowl below, on three carved wood lacquered feet, height 17.32 in.; diameter 15.75 in.
Ming Dynasty Carved Buddha Figure
Chinese carved wood figure of Buddha Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) the face with gentle expression, elongated earlobes and curled hairdress, with right hand raised in abhaya mudra, seated in dhyanasana on a lotus base, traces of a former lacquer and gilding, he
Pair of Qing Dynasty Boxwood Immortal Figures
Two Chinese boxwood figures of immortals, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century, both intricately carved from fine boxwood, one as Shou Lao, the other as an immortal with a dragon staff. Both figures resting on root-form stands. The Shou Lao with stand, 2
Carved Chinese Hotei Buddha Figure - 16cm
Chinese carved wood Hotei 'Laughing Buddha' figure, height 6.30 in.
Japanese Inlaid Wood Brush Pots by Arai, 19th/20th Century
A pair of Japanese wood brush pots by Arai, 19th/20th century, each of cylindrical form set on a carved wood base, carved in relief with a warrior attacking a wild animal embellished with ivory, mother of pearl and other inlays, inscribed on a rectangular
Spiraled Chinese Calligraphy Brush with Lacquer Finish
Delightful Chinese calligraphy brush, in wood and lacquer, with long handle carved with spirals and knops, length 20.08 in. Provenance: collection of Genevieve Cummins
140cm Chinese Wood Carved God of Longevity
A Chinese wood carved God of Longevity, height 55.12 in.
Boxwood Carved Peach Brush Washer from Chinese Republic Era
A Chinese Republic era boxwood carved Peach-shaped brush washer, height 2.36 in., 7.09 in. x 4.72 in.
Carved Oriental Boxwood Figure
Oriental figure, Oriental carved boxwood figure
Chinese Boxwood Fruit Bearer Figures on Stands
A pair of Chinese boxwood figures, Republic period (1912-1949), carved as two female figures, carrying baskets of fruit, mounted on later hardwood stands.
Chinese Carved Gilded Tableaus of Traditional Scenes
Good pair Chinese carved wood gilded tableaus each depicting an extensive tableau of a traditional Chinese scene, (23.62 in. x 15.75 in. approx, each).
Japanese Netsuke Collection (3)
Three Japanese netsuke, comprising two carved ivory netsuke and a carved boxwood netsuke of man holding a mask (3), height 1.57 in., 1.77 in., 1.57 in.
Carved Chinese Gilt Wood Panel with Pagoda Figures
Chinese gilt wood panel, of rectangular form, carved with figures in a pagoda, 14.37 in. x 6.10 in.
Gilt wood panel with scholar and kylin carving
Chinese gilt wood panel, of rectangular form, carved with a scholar seated on a kylin above another figure, a/f, 11.02 in. x 5.71 in.
Gilt Wood Panel with Lotus and Cranes
Chinese gilt wood panel, of rectangular form, carved with lotus and cranes, 31.89 in. x 10.24 in.
Chinese Gilt Wood Panels with Figures on Horseback
Two Chinese carved gilt wood panels, of rectangular form, each depicting a figure on horseback with attendants, 13.39 in. x 7.68 in. (2)
Mythical Creature Gilt Wood Panel
Chinese carved gilt wood panel, of rectangular form, decorated with mythical creature, 11.02 in. x 7.68 in.
Gilt Wood Panel with Carved Warrior Scenes
A pierced and carved gilt wood panel of rectangular form, depicting warriors on foot and on horseback 41 x 11.81 in. wide
Chinese Brass Qilin Figure on Carved Wood Stand
Chinese brass Qilin figure & carved wood stand on deeply carved wood stand, height 2.76 in. total, including stand.
Antique Chinese Root Carving: Fisherman and Son (98cm)
Large antique Chinese root carving, of a fisherman & his son, 38.58 in. high
Chinese Carved Wood Scroll Weights - Pair (38cm)
Pair Chinese carved wood scroll weights, length 14.96 in., each.
Carved Burmese Buddha on Stand (114cm)
Burmese carved wood Buddha on stand, 44.88 in. high
Thai Gilt Seated Buddha, 51 cm Height
Thai carved wood seated Buddha. Traces of gilt remaining. Loss to headdress. Height 20.08 in.
Red Lacquered Carved Wood Guanyin Figure
An old Chinese red lacquered carved wood figure of Guanyin raised on an elaborate base, the seated goddess upon a raised lotus throne above crashing waves, the deep red lacquer with traces of gilt. Height 16.54 in.
Carved Rhino and Deer Horn Figures on Wood Stands
Chinese carved rhino figures on wood stand two carved deer horn figures on carved wood stand, length 5.12 in., stand.
Assorted Antique Walking Sticks from Asia
Collection of nine walking sticks, 19th century and later, Chinese, Japanese and South-East Asian, with carved wood, horn, silver, ivory and bone handles (9) approx., height 38.19 in. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney
Signed Oriental Boxwood Cat Figurine - 3.5cm
Carved Oriental boxwood cat figurine, signed, height 3.5 cm
Chinese Carved Wood Scroll Weights - Set of Two
Pair Chinese carved wood scroll weights length 10.63 in. each.
Laughing Buddha with Children Wood Carving
A vintage wood carving of a reclining laughing Buddha, with children climbing over him, considered auspicious for couples wanting children or a happy home. Some old splits. 33.86 in. x 19.69 in. x 13.39 in.
Gnarled Peach Tree Brushpot
A dense blackwood brushpot, possibly zitan wood, carved as the gnarled trunk of an old peach tree. Height 6.30 in.
Chinese Boy Riding Water Buffalo Statue
19th century Chinese carved boxwood statue of a boy riding a water buffalo, supported by it's original hardwood naturalistic stand, length 14.96 in. height 9.06 in. repair to horn
Chinese Boxwood Fish-Dragon Carving
A late 19th century Chinese boxwood carved Fish-dragon, height 1.57 in., width 5.31 in.
Edo Period Japanese Polychrome Wooden Deity Figures
Two Japanese polychrome wooden figures of Shinto deities, Edo period (1603-1868), early 19th century, both carved in wood with robes rendered in multi-layered pigments decorated with phoenix and dragons and shishi. The figure with red robe 24.80 in. high,…
Boxwood Deity Figure: Indian Carving (17 cm)
Indian carved boxwood deity figure, height 6.69 in.
Japanese Tengu Mask, Early 20th Century
A large Japanese Tenngu mask, early 20th century, the carved wood mask with red and black lacquered details, 17.72 in. high, 14.96 in. wide, 15.35 in. deep
Meiji Boar Okimono in Clear Urushi Lacquer Finish
A Japanese Meiji bamboo okimono, Meiji period, circa early 20th century, carved from a large bamboo root, dynamically depicting a running boar, coated in a clear urushi lacquer finish, 5.91 in. high, 13.39 in. long
Buddhist Lion Wall Decorations with Lotus and Brocade Ball
A pair of wood 'Buddhist lion' wall decorations each carved in high and pierced relief with a pair of Buddhist lions and a cub encircling a ribboned brocade ball pendent from a lotus spray, painted in red with gilt detailing 16.93 in. x 11.81 in.
1961 Japanese Carved Wood Hokkaido Bear
A carved wood Hokkaido bear, Japanese, 1961 signed and dated to base 24.41 in. high, 25.98 in. wide, 13.78 in. deep
Chinese Scholar with Dog Wood Carving
Early wood carving of Chinese scholar with dog, height 9.84 in.
Carved Boxwood Brush Pot from 19th Century China
19th century Chinese carved boxwood brush pot
Immortal with Boy Attendant Carving
Japanese root wood carving of an immortal standing, with boy attendant holding a jar
Gilded Buddha Statue with Mirrored Mosaic (9 words)
A seated Buddha statue, gilded and carved wood with mirrored mosaic, 20th century, 25.59 in. high
Seated Scholar Statue from Qing Dynasty
A Chinese statue of a seated scholar, carved wood and polychrome finish, Qing Dynasty, 18.50 in. high
Gilded Seated Buddha, 19th/20th Century, 39cm
A Chinese seated Buddha, carved and gilded wood, 19th/20th century, 15.35 in. high
Oriental Carved Wood Buddha Figure - 30cm Height
Antique Oriental carved wood Buddha figure carved wood, enthroned Buddha, height 11.81 in. approx.
Carved Wood Buddha Figure with Gilt Remnants
Antique Oriental carved wood Buddha figure remnants of gilt to seated Buddha, split to body, height 6.69 in. approx.
Carved Wood Buddha Figure with Gilt Decoration, 16cm
Antique Oriental carved wood Buddha figure carved wood seated Buddha, remnants of gilt decoration, height 6.30 in. approx.
Chinese Boxwood Animal Netsukes: Mother Piglet & Dog (Signed)
Two Chinese carved boxwood animal netsukes including a mother and piglet and a dog, both signed, height 1.97 in. tallest
Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Tray with Carvings
A quality 19th century Chinese carved wooden and mother-of-pearl inlaid large tray, the fine shell inlay of a bird attempting to catch a beetle upon a thorny floral spray, the one piece hardwood tray of possibly zitan wood, the raised border finely carved
Chi-Dragon Seal: Hand-Carved Sandlewood Artwork
A carved sandle wood 'chi-dragon' seal, 2.36 in. high
Gilt Wood Burmese Buddha, 19th/20th Century
A carved gilt wood dry lacquer Burmese Buddha, the plinth inscribed in calligraphy, 19th/20th century, the hair incised with crisscross pattern above a bowed subdued face, wearing a plain off the shoulder robe, a fine light patina, height 6.50 in., width…
19th Century Chinese Carved Boxwood Ruyi Sceptre
A Chinese carved boxwood ruyi sceptre, 19th century finely pierced and carved with dragons, phoenix and deer 12.60 in. high
Large Carved Indian Ladakh Goat Pair
A pair of large Indian carved wood Ladakh goats 20.87 in. high, 33.07 in. long
Intricately Carved Ivory Plaque with Garden Scenes
A carved ivory plaque, early 20th century, the two slightly concave sections intricately carved in high and pierced relief with figures and animals variously occupied in garden settings with birds and butterflies among flowers and rockwork, the reverse wit
French 19th Century Treen Pocket Nutcrackers Collection
Four French treen pocket nutcrackers 19th century, circa 1820s, the first of traditional form, crafted from burl boxwood, the second with heavily carved decoration, the third with fluted decoration with a flat handle, the fourth of traditional form, crafte
17th/18th Century Carved Wood Female Deity Figure
An Indian carved wood figure of a female deity, circa 17th/18th century, the standing figure carved from a single piece of wood, wearing a dress and a high hat, both hands clasped together in anjalimudra, the whole covered in a thick layer of caked on mate
18th Century Indian Vaishnav Deity Wooden Mask
An Indian wooden Vaishnav deity mask, circa 18th century, the female mask carved from solid wood, with remnant polychrome decoration, and a Vaishnav Urdhva Pundra mark to the forehead., 10.24 in. high, 8.66 in. wide. Provenance: collected in India, 1979.
Gilt Wood Carvings of Birds and Flowers
A pair of Chinese mounted gilt wood carvings, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), each carved from a solid piece of wood, depicting birds amongst foliage and flowers with fine gilding, mounted on red-cloth covered wooden frames with brass hangers in the 1970s, proba
Wooden Buddha Profile: Serene Carved Panels
A Buddha profile, carved on wood panels, 30.31 in. x 23.62 in.
19th Century Wood Carved Reclining Guanyin Statue
A carved wood reclining Guanyin. 19th century a Guanyin resting her right arm on a pile of books, with integrated lotus carved base, Height 27.56 in., width; 37.40 in.
Japanese Carved Boxwood and Ivory Puppy Seller Figure
A good old Japanese carved boxwood and ivory large figure of a puppy seller, the finely carved ivory highlights include his left hand raised supporting the puppy, his head, baskets, ruyi sceptre, etc., finely detailed, with an inset oval green stained ivor
Chinese Boxwood Carved Figure of Budai
Chinese boxwood carved figure, carved figure of Budai, length 5.51 in., height 2.36 in.
Meiji Period Black Lacquer Zushi Shrine with Buddha Figure
A black lacquer zushi (shrine), Meiji period, the rectangular shrine decorated on the exterior in gold and silver hiramaki-e on the black ground with lotus flowers and leaves rising on slender stems from rippling water towards the scrolling clouds above, t
Qing Dynasty Bamboo Incense Holder with Carved Sages
A reticulated bamboo incense holder and cover Qing Dynasty, the cylindrical sides carved with sages in a landscape of rocky cliffs with maple, pine, banana palms and a bamboo grove, some seated playing go, others painting scrolls in a garden enclosure, and
Rajasthan Deity Shrine: Carved Wood Architectural Model
A carved wood deity shrine, architectural model, Rajasthan, 19th/20th century. Provenance: Joan Bowers collection 1998. Height 11.42 in., width 3.15 in.
Wooden Deity Shrine from Rajasthan
A carved wood deity shrine, architectural model, Rajasthan, 19th/20th century. Provenance: Joan Bowers collection 1998. Height 10.24 in., width 4.72 in.
Rajasthan Deity Shrine - Carved Wood Architecture Model
A carved wood deity shrine, architectural model, Rajasthan, 19th/20th century. Provenance: Joan Bowers collection 1998, W 11.81 in., height 5.12 in.
Carved Wood Deity Shrine from Rajasthan
A carved wood deity shrine, architectural model, Rajasthan, 19th/20th century. Provenance: Joan Bowers collection 1998. Length 14.96 in., height 5.12 in.
Carved Boxwood Netsuki: Ape Holding Snake
A Japanese carved boxwood Netsuki, featuring an ape holding a snake, signed Nitsumasu on a small mother of pearl plaque, height 2.28 in.
Mingei Carved Buddha Figure, Meiji Period, Japan
A Japanese Mingei carved Buddha figure, Meiji period, 19th/Early 20th century, carved from a solid piece of wood in the form of a Buddha seated in padmasana, holding a globe in one hand, the other hand in bhumispara mudra, 11.81 in. high
18th Century Chinese Guan Yin Statue with Lamp Mount
An 18th century Chinese carved wood and polychromed figure of Guan Yin adorned with an elaborate headress and standing on a rocky outcrop, later wooden plinth mounted for a lamp added in the early 20th century, 33.66 in. high. Provenance: Christie's,…
Greenstone Horse on Wood Stand
Chinese carved greenstone horse figure and stand Resting Horse, on carved and fitted wood stand, height 6.69 in., total.
Vintage Chinese Ivory Bust of Goddess Kuanyin
A large vintage Chinese carved ivory bust of the goddess Kuanyin, her serene face surmounted by a carved and pierced diadem decorated with a deity flanked by foliage, a 'bindi' in lapis lazuli to her forehead. Raised upon a carved wood stand. Overall heigh
Tibetan Wood Book Cover with Buddhist Symbols and Inscriptions
An inscribed Tibetan carved wood book cover, circa 14th century, carved to the face with precious Buddhist symbols amidst scrolling foliage within an inner lotus petal border, surrounded by an outer border consisting of Tibetan sanskrit inscriptions, one e
Burmese Prayer Deity: Carved Wood Figure
Burmese carved wood deity figure Standing Deity Figure, in prayer, carved and painted wood, height 66.93 in.
Gilt Kwan Yin on Elephant: Qing Dynasty Masterpiece
Extremely large Chinese Qing Dynasty Kwan Yin on elephant, in carved wood with lacquer and gilt finish, depicted with top knot and headdress, serene expression with downcast eyes, robes falling from shoulders, with necklace, legs crossed, resting on elepha
Carved Laughing Buddha Figure (50cm)
Chinese carved wood Budai figure, large carved figure of Budai, known as ' The Laughing Buddha.' (Height 19.69 in.).
Chinese Boxwood Brush Rest, 28 cm
Chinese carved boxwood brush rest, (length 11.02 in.).
Elaborately Carved Chinese Boxwood Ruyi
Boxwood small Chinese ruyi elaborately carved and featuring a bamboo tree and cicada nestled among the branch. Length 7.87 in.