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482. Monumental Carving of Buddha, Chinese Seated figure carved of Jade. Smiling Buddha carries a Nenju or set of prayer beads in his right hand, and in his left hand a fruit, perhaps as a symbol of longevity; his belly is fat to indicate prosperity. Massive figure sits on a square wooden base. He measures (including base) apprx 20"H x 13"L x 20"W. 1,500/2,500 |
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483. Pair of Massive Jade Foo Dogs, Chinese, early 19th Century Matching statues carved of Jade, with stands. One Foo Dog is shown with paw on a sphere; the other has a paw on a Foo baby. These figures stand guard over the entrance to Buddhist temples and tombs; thus discouraging evil spirits and wrong doers from entering, and maintaining peace and tranquility within the sanctuary. The fearsome pair sit with heads tilted inward. Each creatures sits on a Jadeite base as well as a rectangular wooden stand. Measure, with stands, apprx 22-1/4"H x 14"W x 10-1/4"L. 2,500/3,500 |
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484. Chinese Bronze Incensor, circa Ming Dynasty A lidded bronze incensor in Archaic Style with a very nice green patina. Three Kylins on the lid with Chinese characters. Apprx 11"T, not including the base. 2,200/3,000 |
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485. Ceramic Bowl, Chinese, late 19th/early 20th Century Large porcelain bowl with over glaze enamels in the Famille verte palette. Interior has glazed decorations of fruit, peaches (symbolizing marriage and longevity) and pomegranates (a symbol of fertility). Bottom shows an old man riding a crane (also a longevity symbol) while precious objects and lotus blossoms are painted around the rim. Exterior depicts an energetic battle scene in greens and oranges. Bottom bears 6 character over glaze red stamp of Kang Hsi. Measures apprx 5-1/4"H x 13"D. 225/300 Sold: $264.50 |
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486. Pair of Japanese Kaga Abumi (Stirrups), 17th-18th Century Curved iron stirrups are inlaid with silver designs of flowers on fronts. Interiors are red lacquer. Have buckles which would have originally been attached to rest of riding saddle. Measure apprx 9-3/4"H x 11"L. 100/200 Sold: $299.00 |
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487. Pair of Chinese Export Dishes, Kangxi Period Pair of blue and white plates. Porcelain plates appear to depict same courtly scene but executed by different hands. Scene shows two figures conversing near a fence and under a tree while another figure cooks inside a pagoda with a child playing on the floor. Underside has simple design of two branches. Each measures apprx 8-3/4"D. 150/250 Sold: $172.50 |
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488. Japanese Kutani Porcelain Figure of Hotei, late 19th/early 20th Century Blue and white porcelain figure. Hotei is one of the Seven Lucky Gods of Japan, God of Contentment and Happiness, he is identified through his round belly and laughing expression. His robe and fan are glazed with swirling under-glazed cobalt designs. Bottom marked with 9 Vallies stamp. Measurs apprx 6-1/2"H x 6-1/2"W. 150/250 Sold: $195.50 |
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489. Pierced Porcelain Jars, Chinese, early 20th Century Lovely pair of matching, lidded jars. Jars are made from pierced porcelain and are glazed in a bone white. Bulbous shape has delicate design of leaves and cherry blossoms. Lid is bell shaped with plain finial. Bottom marked with China and makers mark. Measures apprx 11-1/2"H x 7" at widest point. 100/150 Sold: $63.25 |
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490. A Carved Black Coral Snuff Bottle Small snuff jar of carved black coral with carved pheasants on both sides. Carved from an extremly large piece of black coral from the South Pacific, rarely seen. Eyes appear to have an inlay material. Not signed, apprx 2-1/2"T. 100/200 Sold: $63.25 |
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491. Silver Decorated Porcelain Vase A porcelain double handled vase with a green glaze and applied silver painted dragon. Narrow opening at neck with bulbous body and double footed base. Two thin decorative handles at neck. Fine crazing throughout glaze. Bottom stamped in Chinese characters. Apprx 9"T. 100/150 Sold: $40.25 |
