Tribal & Folk Art

  • Gilded Carved Wood Guandi, the God of War and Justice, China,(16326BEM) Special Price

    Gilded Carved Wood Guandi, the God of War and Justice, China,(16326BEM) Special Price

    $375.00
    H:  8.25″    W: 5.5″    D: 4″    |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    Guandi, the God of War and Justice and Protector of China and its citizens was a Chinese model of loyalty, virtue and morality and was depicted in Temples and home shrines throughout China. This antique figurine was probably part of a larger carving. He wears military maille, black gloves with a carved taotie which is a warning against gluttony and is covered in gold as a sign of power.  The  open back confirms it was consecrated by a Taoist priest. Mounted on a frosted acrylic stand.

  • Sale! Guanti, God of Justice on a Hǒu, China (16325)

    Guanti, God of Justice on a Hǒu, China (16325)

    Original price was: $345.00.Current price is: $275.00.
    H: 6″  W: 2.5″  D:  4″  |    FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    Guan Ti,   Chinese God of War and Justice dressed in military armor, officials cap with feathered wings and celestial scarf. Seated on mythical Hǒu . Along with Antique Thunder God Leigong on a Hou 16327. was part of bed carving to protect occupants.

     

  • Sale! Han Dynasty Bronze Dagger-Axe (ge), China

    Han Dynasty Bronze Dagger-Axe (ge), China

    Original price was: $495.00.Current price is: $395.00.
    H: 4.375″    W: 7.375″    D:.1875″    |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This ancient bronze ge dagger-axe is a true glimpse of the changes in military history and would be a great addition to a collection of weapons throughout the ages. Widely produced and used in the Han it virtually disappeared after introduction of chariots and tightly military formations.

  • Sale! Han Dynasty Bronze Dragon Belt Hook, China (1095BLE)

    Han Dynasty Bronze Dragon Belt Hook, China (1095BLE)

    Original price was: $485.00.Current price is: $350.00.
    H: 4.1″    W: 1 ”    D:.625 ”    |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    In the Han, belt hooks became a symbol of wealth, high status and power hung vertically from belt holes used in life and buried with the deceased for his journey to the afterlife . Ornamented with incised decoration this beautiful piece is dragon shaped with beautiful verdigris deposits.

  • Sale! High Status Taoist Official, China,  (16547)

    High Status Taoist Official, China, (16547)

    Original price was: $3,950.00.Current price is: $3,400.00.
    H: 34″  W: 11″  D:  8″   |   CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING.

    This masterfully carved and painted 18th century statue of a Taoist priest/official wears elaborate robes and a hat. His  well-articulated face has strong features and solemn gaze, flanked by pendulous ears, the sign of a wise man. This exceptional image deserves the appropriate placement to optimize its outstanding presence.

     

     

  • Kuchi Necklace  3 Vintage Pendants on Beaded Chain, Afghanistan (3029)

    Kuchi Necklace 3 Vintage Pendants on Beaded Chain, Afghanistan (3029)

    $125.00

     

    Chain Length:  17″   |    FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    One -of-a-kind necklace made with vintage Kuchi tribal pendant with elaborate large pendant inset with lapis and 2 additional pendants with red glass, all with dangles to create jingles for dancers. Suspended on hand strung beaded ornamental chain as a unique and colorful  fashion statement.

     

  • Sale! Ming/Qing Buddha as an Infant on a Lion, China (19405)

    Ming/Qing Buddha as an Infant on a Lion, China (19405)

    Original price was: $750.00.Current price is: $575.00.
    H: 9″  W: 3.625″  D: 3.5″ | FREE SHIPPING IN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    Ming provincial infant Buddha holding monk’s begging bowl, pointing to heavens standing on a lion’s head symbolizing the Shakya clan and the lion’s roar of Buddhism. Buddha images seldom placed in homes and blended iconography as an infant, is extremely rare.

  • Sale! Queen Mother of the West Puppet Head 3 Phoenix Headdress (16804)

    Queen Mother of the West Puppet Head 3 Phoenix Headdress (16804)

    Original price was: $625.00.Current price is: $495.00.
    H:14.75″    W:  4″   D:  4.5″     |     free shipping within continental US

    Antique Xiwangmu puppet head with 3 phoenixes in crown, traditional Qing head ware worn by the Empress for official occasions, ceremonies. Acrylic stand.

     

     

  • Sale! Rare Ancient Luristan Bronze Goat Amulet, Iran (1941)

    Rare Ancient Luristan Bronze Goat Amulet, Iran (1941)

    Original price was: $450.00.Current price is: $360.00.
    H: 3″ W: 3.125″ D: 1.25″ | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    Luristan nomads made sophisticated bronzes prized in the ancient world for their designs and fine craftsmanship. This Iron Age finely cast curved long horned goat is set on a lucite base.

  • Sale! Rare Antique Guanyin on a Deified Ox, China (16287)

    Rare Antique Guanyin on a Deified Ox, China (16287)

    Original price was: $885.00.Current price is: $725.00.
    H: 10.25″ W: 7.5″ D: 3.75″    |    FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    Rare provincial  carving of Guanyin on an ox reflecting the concept of bodhisattva reverence for  “draft animals” (beasts of burden) who were integral to rural daily and agricultural activities in Chinese Popular Religion, Buddhism and Taoism.

  • Sale! SOLD  Antique Guanyin on  a Mythical Hǒu, China,

    SOLD Antique Guanyin on a Mythical Hǒu, China,

    Original price was: $895.00.Current price is: $625.00.
    H: 9.5”  W: 2.25”  D: 6.5” | FREE SHIPPING within Continental U.S.!

    This remarkable figurine is Guanyin on her mythical  mount, the Hǒu, guardian master of the universe and model for righteousness and morality who symbolizes bringing forth peace and prosperity.The round orb in its mouth representing a pearl can be rubbed for good luck.  It is one of our most unique and favorite Buddhist statues, mounted on a frosted Acrylic stand.

  • SOLD  Song Dynasty Tile of Vase with Flowers, China (3347BLE) $995 with Acrylic Stand

    SOLD Song Dynasty Tile of Vase with Flowers, China (3347BLE) $995 with Acrylic Stand

    $995.00
    H: 11”  W: 9.5”  D: 1.65” | FREE SHIPPING

    This earthenware brick tile bordered with a deep scalloped frame depicts a vase with a bouquet of propitious flowers: a chrysanthemum and a peony wrapped with an elegant ribbon. Tiles like this were made to decorate the large numbers of buildings created during the prosperous Song dynasty and to adorn tombs. This elegant brick is in good condition for its age with expected chips and cracks, some restoration of background and a re-glued frame break on each side. It has earth adherents from its burial in a tomb.

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