Ancestral Items

  • Sale! Ancient Glazed Ceramic Han Wing Cup, China (1009BOH)

    Ancient Glazed Ceramic Han Wing Cup, China (1009BOH)

    Original price was: $450.00.Current price is: $310.00.
    H: 1.5″    W: 5.125 ”    D: 3.875 ”    |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    Used for rituals and ceremonies, lead green glazed earthenware wing cups were popular burial objects. The tomb’s humidity caused the lead to oxidize to a lustrous, prized iridescent, silver-green.

  • Sale! Ancient Han Dynasty Pottery Pig, China H: 2.5"

    Ancient Han Dynasty Pottery Pig, China H: 2.5″

    Original price was: $395.00.Current price is: $305.00.
    H: 2.5″    W: 4.5″    D: 2.375″    |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This diminutive mingqi pig is totally charming and fanciful with an iridescent glaze and would be especially appealing as a send off for the deceased to the nether world or in a contemporary setting. Pigs were especially prized and images were often included as items the deceased would need to live comfortably in the after life.

  • Antique Agricultural Deity and Spring Ox, China (16337LKE) $885

    Antique Agricultural Deity and Spring Ox, China (16337LKE) $885

    $885.00

    This extremely rare late Ming/early Qing dynasty antique-Chinese-wood-carving carving is divided in two parts and is significant for its juxtaposition of images as well as its unique iconography. The top is one of the Taoist officials in typical officials-attire: an official’s hat, a tiered robe with a red sash extending to the tops of the…

  • Sale! Antique Ancestor Figure in Official's Attire, China #16752

    Antique Ancestor Figure in Official’s Attire, China #16752

    Original price was: $2,285.00.Current price is: $1,700.00.
    H: 34″  W: 11.25″  D: 7.25″ | CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING

    Although this wonderfully carved antique figure portrays an ancestor depicted as an official, his atypically benevolent and finely modeled face makes him a very endearing figure. Old and weathering from age in its rear, this piece was repainted probably in the 20th century, as was periodically done with old figures with losses, especially due to seasonal South China climate. With his individualized convincing features, he is a very relatable rather than authoritarian figure, possibly resulting from the affection of the family that commissioned it. This beautiful and vibrant carving would enhance any setting.

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  • Sale! Antique Ancestor in Horseshoe Chair, China #19504BSE

    Antique Ancestor in Horseshoe Chair, China #19504BSE

    Original price was: $650.00.Current price is: $495.00.
    H: 9.75″  W: 7″  D: 6″   |  CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING.

    This ancestor figure is depicted as a loved family member, very individualized with a pudgy joyful smiling face  He is a self-assured and shows his strength and status indicated by his demeanor, composure, portly size, placement on a horseshoe chair with a large platform. Finely carved and mounted on a lucite stand it is a wonderful decorative accessory for a home or business.

  • Sale! Antique Ancestor Official Ornate Robes, China (5686)

    Antique Ancestor Official Ornate Robes, China (5686)

    Original price was: $4,950.00.Current price is: $4,200.00.
    H: 23.5″  W: 15.625″  D: 10″

    CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] for shipping.

    This exceptional official is one of the most significant ancestor figures in our collection. His attire, glass eyes and distinct facial features indicate a wise man of importance who commands respect. Cranes and clouds symbolize  longevity, wisdom, good fortune and emphasize his high rank.

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  • Antique Ancestor with Removable Head, China (5623LKE) $785

    Antique Ancestor with Removable Head, China (5623LKE) $785

    $785.00
    H: 10.25”  W: 5.125”  D: 4” | FREE SHIPPING!

    This very finely carved figure of an ancestor was commissioned by a family of either high status or wealth, having been carved from a single piece of an exquisite and rare hardwood with a lustrous patina.  The exquisite carving in beautiful dense wood and patina make this a wonderful and distinctive piece.

  • Sale! Antique Carved Standing Ancestor Official, China #18017ESK

    Antique Carved Standing Ancestor Official, China #18017ESK

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

    Dressed in a red robe with a high neck collar, extremely wide sleeves extending below the knees and a belt around his waist, this 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 but has no rank badge indicated.

  • 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 Civilian Official Ancestor Figure, China #16848BEM

    Antique Civilian Official Ancestor Figure, China #16848BEM

    Original price was: $395.00.Current price is: $275.00.
    H: 13.75″ W: 5.25″ D: 4″ | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This ancestor figure, carved in boxwood the preferred wood softwood during the Qing Dynasty, is portrayed in the characteristic pose of a Chinese civilian official, grasping his official’s belt with his right hand to demonstrate his important stature – which was really not so important for this gentleman, given his humble seating furniture and his modest attire. His right hand rests on the his knee as he sits erect on a thick low-back pedestal. Unlike many officials who are serious, this one is more approachable, with simple deeply carved smiling features, high arching brows and a black painted mustache and beard.

  • Sale! Antique Mandarin Ancestor In Horseshoe Chair, China #19054BOK

    Antique Mandarin Ancestor In Horseshoe Chair, China #19054BOK

    Original price was: $850.00.Current price is: $695.00.
    H: 12.75” W: 6.625” D: 5.75” | FREE SHIPPING within Continental u.s.

    This masterfully carved ancestor as a mandarin official sits on horseshoe chair set on a footed high decorated plinth dressed in a well-appointed formal 3-button Mandarin long coat and pointed rattan hat. His face is uniquely and unusually individualized with heavy lidded eyes, in a benevolent expression and his advanced aged indicated by the wrinkles clearly depicting a loved individual. This exquisitely carved image in excellent condition with a fine patina was true homage to a revered family member and is one of our finest ancestor figures.

  • Sale! Antique Mandarin Ancestor on Horseshoe Chair, China #18061BEM

    Antique Mandarin Ancestor on Horseshoe Chair, China #18061BEM

    Original price was: $455.00.Current price is: $295.00.
    H:8.5 ”    W: 4 ”    D: 3.3 ”    |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    Portrayed as an official, this ancestor figure sits on a horseshoe chair showing his status wearing compulsory officials attire:  a 5-button Mandarin long coat with a round collar and official headwear – a woven hat whose shape and color reflected his rank. His personalized  personalized oval-shaped is tranquil with a hint of a smile on his pursed lips, and a triangular pigtail down his back.

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