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561. A Japanese Boxwood Netsuke of a Sennin, ca. 19th/20th Century
A Japanese boxwood netsuke depicting a sennin holding a bottle. Signed on the foot. Measures approx. 5-1/4"T .
400/600
Sold: $345.00
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562. Another Japanese Boxwood Netsuke, ca. 19th/20th Century
Carved in the form of an old woman with a big hat, she carries a tall post, woven basket and a scores a toothless smile ;-) Measures approx. 3-3/4"T.
250/350
Sold: $356.50
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563. Consolidated Amber Brush Holder Pot
Interesting heart-shape brush holder carved with figures in relief. Overall measures approx. 4"T
100/200
Sold: $293.25
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564. Consolidated Amber Figure of A Seated Buddha
Traditionally depicted figure of Buddha seated in a lotus position with his hands resting on his lap, snail head dress and a quaint expression on his face. Red amber glow adds interest to the figure. No marks found. Measures approx. 6"T x 4"W. 3"D.
200/300
Sold: $149.50
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565. A Pair of Carved Bamboo Scent Jars
A pair of tall scent jars carved with a reticulated design of an interior with figures at work. Overall approx. 9"T x 2-1/2"W.
150/300
Sold: $580.75
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566. Zitan Calligrapher Brush Rest
Elegantly carved calligrapher brush rest in the form of gracefully bent trees on a bean-shape pedestal, bearing an inscription in Chinese characters. Measures approx. 3-1/2"T x 6"W.
200/300
Sold: $184.00
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567. Whimsical Bamboo Carving of A Man Fishing
The carving in Bamboo wood, depicts a man atop of a hill, trying to catch a huge carp. Expression on the man's face reflects the pure joy he is experiencing. Lacquer finish highlights detail of the carving. Measures approx. 7"T x 5"W x 4"W.
150/300
Sold: $465.75
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568. Finely Carved Ruyi Scepter, Chinese
Ebonized wood scepter carved with 'lingzhi' fungus and other naturalistic curve designs. In Chinese, 'ruyi' means 'May you have', while the 'lingzhi' fungus is a symbol of immortality and the peach a symbol of longetivity. This 'ruyi' scepter therefore forms the rebus 'Wishing you a very long life'. Overall the piece measures approx. 16"L.
250/500
Sold: $253.00
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569. Carved Wood Ruyi Scepter, Chinese
This carved wood ruyi is traditionally comprised of two parts: a pillow shape head and a slightly curved handle. The design of the piece features peach fruit and blossoms. Overall measures approx. 12"L.
150/300
Sold: $172.50
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570. A Pair of Scroll Weights, Chinese, ca. Early 20th Century
Heavy elongated form bars decorated with finely carved veneers depicting floral motifs, signed within the image in Chinese characters, and measuring approx. Approx. 12"L x 1-1/8"T x 1-1/4"W.
100/200
Sold: $253.00
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571. An Amusing Carved Figure of an Elder Man with Fish, Chinese
An amusing dyed wood modern carving of a recumbent elderly man holding a carp aloft in one hand and another in his left; he appears to be tumbling backwards with his catch. A little boy at his feet, eyes of glass. Rests on a black carved wood base. Overall measures approx. 5-1/2"T x 10"T x 4-1/2"W.
75/150
Sold: $92.00
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572. A Carved Bamboo Brush Pot, Chinese
Bamboo brush holder pot carved with a landscape, pavilion and figures, as well as an inscription in chinese characters; rests on three small feet. Measures approx. 5-1/2"T x 5-3/4"W.
150/250
Sold: $925.75
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573. Large Carved Wood Brush Pot
Simple cylinder form, carved with an inscription in Chinese characters, as well as carved seal marks. Measures approx. 8"T x 7-1/2"W.
100/200
Sold: $86.25
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574. A 5-Panel Carved Oriental Folding Floor Screen.
An elegant 5-panel carved Oriental folding floor screen, fashioned in a rich dark brown wood, with relief carvings at the top and the bottom of each panel and with insets of various pictures of Oriental themes under glass in the upper and in the lower portions, and mirrored panels in the middle, measuring approx. 80-1/2"H x each panel 13-1/4"W. Some of the pictures are reverse painted on glass, some are reproduction prints, some watercolors, some lithographs and other prints, providing an unusual asymmetrical balance and variety. The back of the screen is not meant to be seen.
1,000/2,000
Sold: $517.50
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575. A Carved Japanese Dragon Pedestal
A large Japanese deeply carved and pierced dark wood pedestal in the shape of dragons winding around a column, with a flaring detachable top, and animalistic feet, measuring approx. 58"H.
250/450
Sold: $494.50
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576. An Indonesian Carved Wood Architectural Fragment
An Indonesian carved wood architectural fragment, probably a bracket, with carved figures of men on horses and an elephant hunt intertwined with stylized foliage, measuring approx. 40-1/2"H x 12"W x 3"D, fitted with modern one-hole hangers along one edge.
300/500
Sold: $92.00
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577. An Oriental Statuette of a Hunter
An oriental statuette of a hunter, carved from a single block of wood, measuring approx. 21"H, with numerals carved into the underside. The hunter gazes to the side with glass eyes and an inquisitive expression. He carries his bow across his body and has a quiver of arrows at his hip. The mound base on which he stands is carved is embellished with stylized foliage and flowers.
250/350
Sold: $92.00
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578. A Large Pair of Carved Wood Polychromed Statues of Geese
A pair of large wood and polychrome sculptures of stylized male and female geese figures, carved with rectangular bases. Decorated with carved motifs, highlighted in gilt, overall measuring approx. 32"T and 28"T.
200/400
Sold: $149.50
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579. A Carved Wooden Warrior Seated on a Horse
A stately carved wooden warrior seated on his horse, made from several pieces joined together and with a removable weapon, finished in rubbed red, green and gilt with a heavy antiquing over the surface. Overall this imposing figure measures approx. 45"H x 36"W x 13"D.
500/1,000
Sold: $661.25
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580. A Zitan Carved Wood Cricket Cage
A round open-work carved organic form on tripod base with two raised handles. Missing a lid, this item would house a cricket for amusement. Approx. 4"T x 5"W. Unsigned.
100/200
Sold: $149.50
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581. A Lacquered Papier Mache Box
A circular papier mache box, approx. 3-3/4" in diameter x 3"H, with a slightly domed lid and a small foot, decorated in red, silver and gilt pigments, with the sides depicting a tea ceremony in a garden and with the lid depicting another tea ceremony with a woman feeding a bird on a perch.
50/75
Sold: $34.50
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582. A Pair of Chinese Carved Ivory Figurines on Stands
A pair of carved ivory figurines affixed to carved wooden stands, depicting a standing Emperor and an Empress, each intricately carved and embellished with surface details, with pigment rubbed into the carving for accent. The man's wooden stand is slightly more reddish in color than the woman's, and is slightly different in height. The man stands approx. 10-1/4"H and the woman 9-3/4"H with the stands.
400/600
Sold: $529.00
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583. A Chinese Carved Ivory Standing Figurine of a Scholar
A carved ivory figurine of a standing scholar holding a watercolor brush and a scroll, looking to one side with an amused expression. The finely carved and polished surface has pigments rubbed into the incised areas for accent. Overall the figurine with the stand to which it is affixed measures approx. 13-3/4"H.
300/500
Sold: $356.50
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584. A Pair of Carved Ivory Ladies
A pair of carved ivory ladies, each affixed to a carved bracketed wood stand, each approx. 5-3/4" to 6"H, with one lady playing a flute and the other holding an object. No maker's marks can be seen.
200/400
Sold: $299.00
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585. A Charming Bone Carving of a Toad
A charming depiction of a toad trying to find its balance on a post, with a smaller toad crawling up the same post. This 19th Century bone piece was originally a cane handle or a parasol handle, now mounted onto a wood base. The carving is tea-stained to add depth, and is signed in characters on the side; the carving is displayed on a square wood base. Overall measures approx. 6"T without the base.
100/200
Sold: $396.75
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