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    Antique Cast Iron Tea Kettle (Tetsubin) with Temple Shrine on Lid (1799JOK) $295

    Original price was: $295.00.Current price is: $250.75.
    H: 8.625”  W: 7.5”  D: 6.5” | FREE SHIPPING within Continental u.s.!

    Hand crafted cast iron Tetsubin teaware kettles like this were made for the Japanese tea-ceremony and are used only to boil water. With its two manufacturer’s seals and zen simplicity, large handle, rounded shape, pitted surface and rare ornamental temple-shaped knob, this Meiji kettle is a a beautiful, authentic and unique accessory.   Admired by tea aficionados for centuries Tetsubin’s iron content makes the taste of water boiled for tea richer, sweeter and more mellow, although we recommend this be for display use only. Great gift for a tea lover.

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    Antique Cast Iron Tear Kettle (Tetsubin) Lotus Knob, Japan (2007TOK)

    Original price was: $325.00.Current price is: $276.25.
    H: 8.625″  W: 7.5″  D: 6.5″  | FREE SHIPPING!

    Japanese cast iron Tetsubin tea kettles have been prized for their health benefits and zen simplicity since they were introduced 400 years ago. This elegant antique  kettle has a scalloped top, curved handle and contrasting textures and simple designs on its lid with a lotus shaped knob. This kettle would enhance any kitchen décor and be a wonderful gift for any tea lover.

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    Antique Guanyin in Royal Ease (Lalitsana), China, (16910BOE) $515 SPECIAL PRICE

    Original price was: $525.00.Current price is: $446.25.
    Ht: 10.75″  W: 5.5″  D: 4.5″ | FREE SHIPPING in continental u.s.!

    This  lacquer woodcarving is a Guanyin manifestation called “white hooded,”  “white clad” or “white robed” Guanyin derived from the many paintings where she is clad in white. Although wood carvings usually portray her clothed in red, this finely carved version is covered in a lacquer coat that darkens naturally over time and darkens even more when honored on a home altar with daily prayers and offerings of smoky candles and burning incense.

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    Antique Guanyin with Crown in Meditation, China (16467PRK) SPECIAL PRICE

    Original price was: $535.00.Current price is: $454.75.
    Ht: 10.5”  W: 5.5”  D: 4” | FREE SHIPPING in continental u.s.!

    Guanyin is portrayed in this gilt and lacquer carving seated on a lotus with her hands in the lap in meditation mudra  atop a decorative footed stand in elegantly draped robes. In this regal form, she wears a 5-lobe crown with a cross hatch design in the center while her hair rests atop her head in a bun encircled within the crown.

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    Antique Official, Green Robe Holding His Belt of Office, China, 18th Century, (16470BKE) SPECIAL PRICE

    Original price was: $535.00.Current price is: $361.25.
    H: 10.375″    W: 6.125″    D: 3.5″ | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    Perfect for placement on an enterprising individual’s desk, this 18th century carving of an ancestor figure as an official was meant to honor the effort, achievement and status accorded to high officials during the Qing dynasty. Seated on a backless chair he wears official’s attire and proudly holds up his belt of office emphasizing his status and achievements. Likely placed on a home altar, the carved inscription on the back indicates it was probably consecrated by a monk or Taoist priest.

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    Antique/Vintage Small Square Rug w/Double Dorje/Vajra, China (3372DRE)

    Original price was: $375.00.Current price is: $284.75.
    HT: 26” WD: 26″ | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    Beautiful wool and natural dye small carpet squares were made for both domestic Chinese use and for export to Tibet. The centered double dorje represents the indestructibility of a diamond and the irresistible force of a thunderbolt. When  two crossed, they symbolize “that which cannot be destroyed, but which destroys all delusion that causes suffering.” With major spiritual significance in Tibetan Buddhism, the dorje  represents absolute stability, the 12 great deeds of Shakyamuni Buddha, compassion and wisdom and dispels evil and guides devotees to Enlightenment. This rug is a  perfect physical and mental support for meditation.

     

     

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    Porcelain Immortal, Chinese Republic, China (17042ZRK) $295

    Original price was: $295.00.Current price is: $250.75.
    H: 12” W: 4.5” D: 3” | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    This elegant Chinese Republic Period porcelain is the Taoist immortal Han Xiangzi carrying his auspicious flute dressed in a beautiful blue robe with wide black borders, fine internal decorations and a decorative yellow floral undergarment. On the bottom is the kiln seal. As the patron saint of musicians and florists, it is a great gift for someone who enjoys these pursuits.

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    SOLD ! White Hooded Nanhai Guanyin at Putuo Island, China, 18-19th Century (19207BSK) SPECIAL PRICE

    Original price was: $620.00.Current price is: $527.00.
    H: 10.5″ W: 5.625″ D: 5″ | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This charming Nanhai Guanyin sits serenely yet majestically in lalitsana in her cave on Putuo island holding the Lotus Sutra in which she is described. A green vase is at her side containing the tears of humanity, sometimes referred to as the divine nectar of life she uses to relieve suffering.  She is supported by three lotuses, Buddhist symbols of purity, spiritual awakening, and faithfulness. Originally placed on a home altar, it has an aura of calm and compassion that would enhance any meditative setting.

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    Vintage Heddle Pulley with a Mythical Animal (3303EKE) SPECIAL PRICE

    Original price was: $245.00.Current price is: $208.25.
    Ht: 12”  W: 4.125”  D: 3.25” | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    Burmese heddle-pulleys are decorated with carvings of mythical or auspicious animals to provide protection and assure good quality weaving. A powerful ferocious Burmese Lion with open roaring mouth and thick main sits atop the pulley highlighting the area below where the weaving thread travels around the bobbin between the wood triangle pieces holding it. A fine folk art teak carving in excellent condition it is mounted on a metal pole on a black wood base.

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