Treasures of Asia

Ivory – carved from one piece China, late Qing dynasty (1644-1911) Figure of Shoulao, the god of immortality Representation with peach, the symbol of

Ivory China, 18th/19th century Highly detailed carving Fine open work decoration Courtly Scene with figures, sheltered by bamboo Crowned by a landsc

Ivory China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) Representation of the mythical creature bixie on a square cut base Base with incised seal Gorgeous grain of the

Hardwood, painted silk, brocade and brass China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or later The silk finely painted with a continuous scene of birds perched on

Zitan wood, brass fittings China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) Fine fittings Representation with floral ornaments Interior with mirror and many small draw

Hongmu, painted black China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) Intricate relief carvings Motif with little dragons amidst foliage Partly openwork Dimensions:

Red brown wood? China, 19th/20th century Typical form with curved lines Richly carved back, partly with polychrome painting Openwork carving on the

Probably Jumu wood (southern elm) China, 19th century Ming style Typical form Carved design on the back splat Dimensions: 95 x 54 x 46 x 55.5 cm Good

Carved and gilt wood with black and red lacquer China, 19th century Fine high relief Rich openwork decoration Elaborately carved front with double

Fire-gilt bronze Tibet, 18th/19th Century Richness of detail Remains of red cold-painting on the reverse Copper base incised with double vajra symbol