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  • Sale! Antique Carved Mazu, Protector of  the Sea, China (19415)

    Antique Carved Mazu, Protector of the Sea, China (19415)

    Original price was: $275.00.Current price is: $225.00.

    Finely carved from dense wood Mazu is the Heavenly Empress on a horseshoe chair, holding official’s girdle, phoenix hat with outstretched wings and cloud collar symbolizing her place in heaven.

  • Sale! Antique Carved Standing Ancestor Official, China (18017)

    Antique Carved Standing Ancestor Official, China (18017)

    Original price was: $425.00.Current price is: $250.00.
    Ht: 8.25″  W: 3″  D: 2.125″ | FREE SHIPPING IN CONTINENTAL US

    Ancestor figure portrayed as a civilian official standing on a rectangular base with hands together wearing a long civil official’s robe that extends to his shoes.

  • Sale! Antique Carved Sweetmeat Confection Mold, China #3214A

    Antique Carved Sweetmeat Confection Mold, China #3214A

    Original price was: $475.00.Current price is: $325.00.
    H: 5.625″ W: 27.875″ D: 9.75″ | FOR SHIPPING INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected]

    This exceptionally crafted and beautiful footed confection mould was most probably a marriage gift from a wealthy family to the newlyweds as seen its symbolisms.  It is elaborated and ornately decorated in vibrant reds and gilt with auspicious symbols for fidelity, fertility and happiness with lotuses and pods filled with seeds, bats, paired fish and intertwined vines  representing a life pair, having sons, and other marriage wishes.

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  • Sale! Antique Carved Thunder God Leigong on a Hou, China (16327)

    Antique Carved Thunder God Leigong on a Hou, China (16327)

    Original price was: $345.00.Current price is: $225.00.
    H: 6″  W: 2.5″    D: 4″   | FREE SHIPPING within continental US.

    Miniature Taoist Thunder God who protects from injustice and punishes evildoers with his drum, mallet, chisel. Has bird’s beak and claws and dragon’s wings, rides a mythical hou. Part of bed frame carving with many protective deities.

  • Sale! Antique Carved Wood Taoist Priest, China (16157)

    Antique Carved Wood Taoist Priest, China (16157)

    Original price was: $350.00.Current price is: $250.00.
    H: 9.25″  W:  4.5″  D: 3.25″  |    FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    Taoist official home altar carving painted on front and back with red, gilt and lacquer. Hands under ritual cloth symbolically holding a hu tablet associated with Taoist officials. Taoist were responsible for protecting against evil in this life, Buddhist for  souls in next life.

  • Sale! Antique Carving of Auspicious Fruit Offering, China #19304UAK

    Antique Carving of Auspicious Fruit Offering, China #19304UAK

    Original price was: $225.00.Current price is: $155.00.
    H: 4.75 ”     Dia: 3.675 ”    |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This antique carving of a wood food offering with a lacquer coating was an auspicious ornament for a Chinese bed to bring the lucky couple prosperity, health and a happy life.  The pomegranate on top is a fertility and the four peaches below are longevity symbols.  The combination of the fruits is a wish for many sons and longevity and is perfect gift for newlyweds.

  • Sale! Antique Carvings of 3 Apostles, Bolivia (2035)

    Antique Carvings of 3 Apostles, Bolivia (2035)

    Original price was: $1,475.00.Current price is: $1,250.00.
    Tallest H: 11″  W: 5.5″  D: 3.5″ | CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING

    This rare trio of carved Apostles emanate a sense power and feeling that conveyd the emotion and spiritual character of the figures and what they represent. Each mounted on 2-tiered wood base.

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  • Sale! Antique Cast Iron Pot, India (5014)

    Antique Cast Iron Pot, India (5014)

    Original price was: $150.00.Current price is: $85.00.
    H: 12.75″  Dia: 7″   |    FREE SHIPPING IN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    Simple attractive antique welded Indian iron pot with warm rust color patina. Clear lines indicate where pieces were joined in its construction. Egg shape with a rounded bottom for easy pouring, it has a warmth to add charm to any room, especially a kitchen or filled with dried flowers.

  • Sale! Antique Cast Iron Tea Kettle (Tetsubin) Galloping Horses, Japan #4153

    Antique Cast Iron Tea Kettle (Tetsubin) Galloping Horses, Japan #4153

    Original price was: $695.00.Current price is: $550.00.
    Ht: 12.5″  W: 10″  D: 9.5″  |  CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING COST

    Made in the Meiji era (1868-1912),this hand crafted antique Japanese cast iron tetsubin teapot has an unusual decorative handle and curved spout and has a beautiful relief design of galloping horses. Horses have been  revered creatures in Japanese culture that embody grace, power and nobility. The knob on the lid probably represents a lotus, the Buddhist symbol of purity and enlightenment. As with all antiques, these pieces are purely decorative for display purposes only.

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  • Sale! Antique Cast Iron Tea Kettle (Tetsubin) Lotus Knob, Japan #2007

    Antique Cast Iron Tea Kettle (Tetsubin) Lotus Knob, Japan #2007

    Original price was: $325.00.Current price is: $275.00.
    Ht: 8.625”  W: 7.5”  D: 6.5” | CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING COST

    The hand crafted Tetsubin teapot displays simple yet elegant design:  a scalloped top,  gently curved handle,  and short rounded spout, textured surface. The body is  divided in 4 quadrants with meander border designs and the  lid is has tiny diamond shaped  indentations and is topped with a lotus shaped knob. A raised manufacturers seal on the back. Like all old Tetsubin cast iron kettles, it has  rust on the bottom which can be removed by boiling green tea inside it, and is thus for display purposes only.

  • Sale! Antique Cast Iron Tea Kettle (Tetsubin) with Temple Shrine on Lid, Japan (1799)

    Antique Cast Iron Tea Kettle (Tetsubin) with Temple Shrine on Lid, Japan (1799)

    Original price was: $295.00.Current price is: $245.00.
    Ht: 9.25″  W:  8″  D:  7.25″ | CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING COST

    Meiji hand crafted cast iron Tetsubin, simple yet elegant textured surface, unique shape top temple ornamental knob.  Manufacturer’s seals on side. Perfect tea lovers gift, it is recommended for display only to enhance any kitchen.

  • Sale! Antique Ceramic Opium Pillow/Head Rest, China (3847)

    Antique Ceramic Opium Pillow/Head Rest, China (3847)

    Original price was: $115.00.Current price is: $105.00.
    H: 4″  W:  9.5″  D: 4.5 ” | FREE SHIPPING

    Multicolored ceramic opium pillow, hand-painted green and red florals, fruits and vases in relief, blue cobalt border. Top and bottom seals to approve for export as antique.

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