Catalog: Antiques: Regional Art (194)

Japanese carved staged antler netsuke, exhibiting a carving of somewhat double gourd form with hollow interior, late 19th century period, length of 2 1/8 inches, in very good condition.

Small Chinese carved jade pendant with figure of a snake in relief, 1 3/8 inches in height, no condition issues.

Fine Japanese antique engraved damascene cigarette case, observe side decorated with landscape scene and reversed side with boats and birds in flight, inside box is also decorated with birds in flight, late 19th century period. Size; length of case is 3 1/2 inches with a minor dent to the upper right side.

Description: Japanese seto ware tray and box, including 1 rectangular tray, 1 1/4"H x 8"L, and 1 lozenge-form covered box with bamboo-shaped handle, 3 3/4"H x 5 1/2"W. Each porcelain piece decorated in blue under glaze with landscape reserves. The box is signed at the underside. Early 20th century. From the Estate of David Steinman, Bloomsfield Hills, Michigan.

Fine Japanese engraved silver damascene cigarette case, 19th century period. Size: length of case is 4-3/4 inches. Condition Report; a few minor dings.

Delicately crafted carved wood netsuke figure, late19th century, Meiji period; of a antique lacquered melon-form nut or seed. Size: Height of this fine carving is 2 inches. Condition Report: Good condition with no imperfection, de-accessioned from Los Angeles County Museum in the 60's

Finely carved wood netsuke figure of a seated badger holding an object with the right hand with his hat on his back, inlaid eyes to animal, late 19th century. Size: Height of the netsuke is 2 inches. Condition Report: Good condition.

This is a third Century Roman Glass, hand blown 3Rd century AD. It is thick, unflawed, no chips or cracks, no hairlines, Measurements: 1 1/2 inches tall and 1 1/4 wide at its widest point. It is simple, beautiful, ancient, and guaranteed authentic.

This is a 2nd Century Roman Glass, hand blown 2nd century AD. It is thick and heavy, unflawed, no chips or cracks, no hairlines, it has a rounded neck and squre body. Unguentaria used to hold poisonous, caustic oils or ointments and were never smooth sided, to prevent the Roman from grabbing the dangerous oil by mistake. It is certainly one of the earliest poison bottles ever made. Measurements: 2 inches tall and 1 wide at its widest point...

Finely carved wood mask, late 19th century; of a netsuke/mask with movable jaw. Size: length of this fine carving is 1 3/4 inches. Condition Report: Chip to the left eye socket.

Description: Set of Japanese sake saucers, each silver metal saucer depicts various plants, flowers and trees with inscription below, a four character seal on each base. Diameter of each saucer is 4 inches and all five in perfect condition.

Finely crafted Japanese carved wood netsuke figure; of a dragon head, late 19th century period. Size; Length of carving is 2 1/4 inches. Condition Report; Good condition, no imperfections.

Description: Fine antique Persian Brass bowl, late Quajar period, well designed with a decorated lid with fine engraved storks in different position surrounded with floral design. The craftsmanship is very impressing. Measurements: 1 1/4 inches high and 3 inches in diameter in good condition.

Fine antique Persian brass lidded bowl, late Quajar period, lid is finely engraved with cranes in landscape encircled with floral motif. Size: Diameter of the bowl is 2-7/8 inches. Condition Report: Great condition.

Antique Chinese silver cloisonne nail guard pin/brooch with turquoise and coral beads with a floral design throughout. Measures approx 3 1/2" Length. Total approx weight 9.8dwt. No condition issues.

Antique carved wood netsuke; of a bearded figure holding money, of Meiji period. Size; Height of carving is 1.5 inches, no condition issues noted.

Chinese antique bamboo sewing basket, interior design with character "Xi" and exterior with " Fu", Qing Dynasty . Size: Diameter of the basket is 13.25 inches and it stands 4 inches high, in very good condition.

Description: Fine antique Persian Brass bowl, late Quajar period, well designed and decorated with engraved floral design. Craftsmanship is fine. Measurements: 2.75 inches high and 8 inches in diameter, in good condition.

Description: Persian manuscript page, 19th century or possibly earlier, gilded miniature Persian painting and script and copy of the verso taped to the back of the frame. The page size is 6.5" x 4" and in good condition. Collection of a University of Cincinnati professor.

Description: Persian manuscript page, 19th century or possibly earlier, gilded miniature Persian painting and script and copy of the verso taped to the back of the frame. The page size is 6.5" x 4" and in good condition. Collection of a University of Cincinnati professor.

Chinese silver cloisonne nail guard with cabochon coral and malachite accents, has been made into a pin or brooch. Weight: 15g Size: Length of item is 3.25 inches. Condition Report. Very good, no issues noted.

ZAND DYNASTY (1751-1794). A dynasty that ruled in Persia (excluding Khorasan) from Shiraz, from the time when Nāder Shah’s (r. 1736-47) successors, the Afsharids, failed to recover western Persia until the founding of the Quajar dynasty by Āḡā Moḥammad Khan Quajar. Description: This item is a 18th century Persian copper bowl, decorated with a band of Arabic script followed by floral cartouche. Measurements: 2 1/4inches high and 7 inches in diameter...

Antique Japanese Smoking Accessories to include a pipe case with a leather pouch and a black & white porcelain Ojime (missing pipe), 19th century period. Length of pipe case is 10 inches. Condition Report; The set consistence with the age with age wear to the pipe case and pouch.

Chinese, late 19th century period, Bamboo brush pot, decorated overall with calligraphy (likely a poem). Size; Dimensions of carving are 5 inches in height and 3-3/4 inches in diameter. Condition Report; Side with extensive splits.

Finely carved Chinese bamboo brush pot, depicting figures in landscape, from late 19th/early 20th century period, this item has height of 6.25 and diameter of 5.25 inches, condition consistent with age, no issues.

Delicately crafted carved netsuke figure, late19th century, Meiji period; of an antique stag antler with decorative holes. Size: Height of this fine carving is 1 3/4 inches with the length of 2 inches. Condition Report: Good condition with no imperfection, de-accessioned from Los Angeles County Museum in the 60's

Chinese enameled porcelain Pedestal bowl, decorated with floral design on the observe and bat figures on verso, from late 19th century era. Size; This item stands 3.5 inches high and bowl has a diameter of 5.5 inches. Condition Report; Good condition with wear to the central gilt decoration.

Fine Chinese 19th century rose medallion plate, depicting typical floral design and figures common for the period, 8.75 inches in diameter. Condition Report; Great condition.

Chinese Celadon Jade Pendant: carved in deep relief on one side with dragon, bat and gourd, the grey-green jade with some russet staining; Size: L: 4"

Well carved antler netsuke; of an oni carrying an umbrella, some inked details, early 19th century period. Size; Height of this carving is 2 inches. Condition Report; Good condition, age wear.

Description: Persian manuscript page, 18th century or possibly earlier, watercolor painting and script.The page size is 10.25" x 6.5", frame size 16.5" x 12.5" and in good condition with some loss to the paint. Collection of a University of Cincinnati professor.

Description: Persian manuscript page, 18th century or possibly earlier, watercolor painting and script.The page size is 10.25" x 6.5", frame size 16.5" x 12.5" and in good condition. Collection of a University of Cincinnati professor.

Chinese near white toggle depicting a figure with lingzhi, late 19th/early 20th century period. Size; Height of carving is 2 1/4 inches, with no imperfections.

Fine antique Chinese enameled porcelain Jar, depicting floral design with windows of Chinese characters, late 19th century period. Size; Height of vase is 5 inches, in good condition.

Large cylindrical Kangxi-style blue and white porcelain with design of precious vessels and Buddhist emblems. Size: Diameter of the brushpot is 6.5 inches with the height of 6 inches.

Carved Ebony Figural Netsuke, depicting a nude Okame figure, signed. Size; Height 2 1/4 inches. Condition Report; Good condition. Property from the Collection of Dr. J. Don Nelson, Fargo, North Dakota