*** | A Thai temple plaque, early 20th century, consisting of numerous small clay Buddha Votive figures each recessed into individual niches, votives were made & used in Buddhist Communities to show devotion & earn merit, they were made in bronze moulds & after… | *** | |
*** | A fine Japanese bronze seated monk, wearing an Unadorned robe with fine Folds on the back, Meiji period, seated on a rectangular stepped dais and holding a scroll in his left hand, with inscription to back of dais, inscribed after Takeuchi Kyuichi… | *** | |
*** | A cast bronze alloy Tibetan medicine Buddha, wearing an elaborate robe, seated on a lotus throne holding a bowl in the left hand, height 32 cm | *** | |
*** | A gilt bronze seated Buddha, a Xuande mark on the reverse, height . 28.5 cm | *** | |
*** | A Sino-Tibetan bronze figure of green Tara, modelled with an ornate headdress and seated upon a double lotus base, 19 cm high. 19 cm high | *** | |
*** | A fine copper bronze circular wall plaque with bands of Hindu deities, and cartouche of lotus petal, India, mid 20th century the figures engraved in low relief with the central deity diameter 40 cm | *** | |
*** | A pair of Chinese archaic shaped bronze vases, mid 20th century, converted to lamps, on fitted stands. Provenance: Acquired in Los Angeles in the 1970s by gold Coast diva, height 40, width 28, depth 17 cm | *** | |
*** | A tall elegant figure of a Buddha, gilt bronze alloy, standing on a tiered plinth, Rattanakosin period, Thailand, 19th century, wearing a long monastic robe, elaborate jewels and shoes with toes turned up, a winged head band framing the face, the right… | *** | |
*** | A large bronze and gilt patina Buddha cross legged with right arm resting on leg and left in lap with palm upwards 49 cm high | *** | |
*** | A group of nine Indian figures cast in bronze and brass, the figures including, Shiva, Hanuman, an equestrian folk bronze and six others, 19th century and later. Tallest. Height 13.5 cm. | *** | |
*** | A south East Asian bronze & gilt Singha mask, height 43 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese bronze incense vase, the body of square form, the neck and base of circular form, the body decorated with four taotie masks upon a leiwen ground, the base deeply recessed, 17th / 18th century. Height 16.5 cm. | *** | |
*** | A fine Tibetan bronze & gilt seated monk, the Hands in the Gesture of Teaching, his long hair hanging Down his back, the robe & shawl incised on the reverse, & pooling at the front. Provenance: The collection of a retired airline executive, height 20 cm | *** | |
*** | A large Northern Indian water vessel, the mixed metal of brass, copper and bronze, 19th century, the bulbous body with a waisted neck, with peacocks holding the large ring handles. Height 55 cm. Diameter 50 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese bronze hand warmer of octagonal form with pierced lid. The decoration on the lid of mandarin ducks swimming in a lotus pond, movable handle & incised seal mark to base. Diameter 9 cm. Height 5 cm | *** | |
*** | A young bronze monk, standing with hands Clasped, hollow cast, Tibet, height 18.5 cm | *** | |
*** | An ancient large bronze temple bell, helmet shape with Flanges and arrow heads, south East Asian, 15th-19th century, a loop handle to the crown, a patina of red and green, height 32 cm | *** | |
*** | A circular bronze censer on three short legs, impressed mark, Wu Bangzuo, Xuande period, height 17 cm | *** | |
*** | A large elegant Thai bronze Buddha, a serene young face, seated on lotus throne, height 42 cm | *** | |
*** | A large Tibetan bronze alloy and gilt Buddha, seated on a double lotus pedestal, the hair in small whorls above the mono brow, the off the shoulder robe with brocade detailing falls in generous folds around his bare feet, height 42 cm, length 26 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese archaistic bronze vessel the ovoid body with four drop loop handles,the body decorated on a leiwen ground with taotie masks, 30 cm high | *** | |
*** | A large gilt bronze temple bell on twisted rope, the circular bell has a loud ring. Condition: top half oxidized from natural wear. Provenance: Imperial Peking collection. Height 28 cm | *** | |
*** | A very tall Chinese-Tibetan bronze Guanyin, a full round face beneath a crown, her right hand raised holding a lotus bud, standing on a waisted lotus plinth above a square shape stool, height 82 cm | *** | |
*** | Two Chinese archaistic bronze Jue vessels both of typical form, the larger with repeating key pattern to the body, the smaller with toatie masks, the larger possibly 19th century the smaller later. Height 19 cm. And. Height 15 cm. | *** | |
*** | A Chinese cast bronze brushpot, finely cast with a double skin, a gnarled ancient pine tree issuing from rocks, height 13.5 cm, diameter 11 cm | *** | |
*** | A black incense burnt and gilt cast bronze Guanyin in classic pose, sitting on double lotus leaf 23 cm high | *** | |
*** | A bronze seated Buddha 16 cm | *** | |
*** | A bronze alloy Buddha, gilt and lacquer, seated on a high waisted throne, Burma 18th century, height 10 cm | *** | |
*** | A Sino-Tibetan bronze of Tara on lotus throne 20 cm | *** | |
*** | A Japanese bronze Quail koro censer, Meiji period | *** | |
*** | A rare graduated set of seven Burmese bronze, opium weights, in the form of a Mon duck, 17th-19th century, cast on an octagonal base, thought to be a reliable judge of the purity or impurity of silver alloys. Provenance: Collection of a former diplomat,… | *** | |
*** | A Thai gilt bronze Hong bird, Bangkok period, standing gracefully with wings spread, this auspicious figure promises miracles. Height 51 cm | *** | |
*** | A fine Japanese bronze jar with double handles, signature to the base, Miyamoto, Tokyo, height 11.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Four Chinese bronze deities Sizes | *** | |
*** | A vintage early 20th century solid bronze statue of standing Buddha right arm rasied, and left arm down with palm out, symbolising protection and overcoming fear 71 cm high | *** | |
*** | A group of four Indian deities, the cast brass and bronze figures depicting Shiva with a ball of butter, a standing consort, bust of Shiva and a four arm deity riding a mythical beast, 19th century and later. ( 4 ). Height 9 cm. | *** | |
*** | A pair of Japanese bronze bottle vases, Meiji period signed Sei Koku each with an applied silvered scrolling dragon around the collar (2). 25 cm high | *** | |
*** | A bronze four armed seated Buddha on a lotus base. Height 18 cm | *** | |
*** | A rare graduated set of nine Burmese bronze opium weights, 1 - 550 grams in the form of mythical bird, 17th-19th century, each of the graduated mythical animals are complete on a tapering square base. Provenance: The collection of a former Australian… | *** | |
*** | A bronze Thai Buddha torso, with lead seal, on timber stand. Provenance: Geoff J Gray c.1985, height 36 cm | *** | |
*** | A Thai gilt bronze seated Buddha on a double lotus throne. Height 48 cm | *** | |
*** | A pair of Chinese champleve on bronze pots late 19th or early 20th century | *** | |
*** | A Cambodian bronze earring. Length 3 cm | *** | |
*** | A tall, elegant bronze alloy Bodhisattva, holding a Dorji in her left hand, seated on lotus throne, Tibetan, 19th/20th century., the slender body adorned with necklace, bangles and earrings and a high crown in front of a topknot, height 42 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese gilt splashed bronze censer on three low feet. A brown patina and crisp lines. Height 10 cmxD21.5 cm | *** | |
*** | A pair of Chinese bronze vases of slightly baluster form, the shoulders supporting chilong heads terminating in drop loop handles, the bodies decorated with dragon and phoenix motifs, each signed to base, 19th century. Height 17 cm. | *** | |
*** | A Chinese bronze brushpot stamp to base, wooden stand 5 cm high. 7 cm wide | *** | |
*** | A Chinese bronze figure of Guanyin in seated position, supporting an infant on one leg, 25 cm high | *** | |
*** | A set of six Burmese bronze opium weights, 19th/20th century, each of the graduated animals are finely decorated. Provenance: Private Collection of a former Australian Diplomat, purchased in Burma 1970. Wt. 5 - 320 grams | *** | |
*** | A Chinese splashed gilt bronze censer, of compressed globular form, with lion handles, raised on a flared foot, impressed mark to base, height 5 cm, depth 10 cm | *** | |
*** | A Japanese red bronze hibachi with poem inscribed on one side & a picture of Daruma on the other, early 20th century, handles in the shape of sacred funghi. Provenance: The Andrew Korda & Susan Pearson collection, 26.5 x 37 x 37 cm | *** | |
*** | A Japanese bronze writhing dragon sculpture, Meiji period, on Plexiglass stand, height 21 cm | *** | |
*** | A Japanese bronze ceremonial bowl / censer cast with four legs with drop loop handles, the bowl well of shallow form, signed to base. | *** | |
*** | A pair of elegant Japanese bronze candlesticks with a circular drip pan with ring balustrade. Meiji period, 19th century. (8) complete with wick trimmers & wick boxes & covers. Condition: good patination. Provenance: original receipt from a reputable… | *** | |
*** | A Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th century, bronze Chinese figure of a Kylin, the beast modelled resting upon his hind legs, with removable tail height 23 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese bronze elephant, standing on a rectangular low plinth, impressed seal mark, a curling trunk and large tusks with a patterned blanket over his back, height 17 cm, width 16 cm | *** | |
*** | South Indian bronze figure, modelled as a upright dancing Ganesh 19th century | *** | |
*** | A Laotian bronze Buddha seated with hands resting in the Meditating Mudra, wearing a waistcoat with arm & ankle bracelets the hair swept up under a cap with a flap down the back topped by a tall finial, height 33 cm | *** | |
*** | A large gilt bronze Bodhisattva, the large seated Mandalay style figure seated in vajrasana, his right hand in bhumisparsha mudra, his left hand in dhyana mudra, his face with serene expression, 20th century, 43 cm high. Provenance: The collection of… | *** | |
*** | A large Northern Thai bronze alloy seated Buddha, on a low unadorned platform, 19/20th century a young serene oval face with downcast eyes, below the arched brows, and elongated curved earlobes, with a tall flame shaped finial rising from the tight curls… | *** | |
*** | A Korean bronze Candleholder, a light Reflecting mirror with butterflies, Chosun Dynasty, 19th/20th century, a carved lattice fence between the candle stand & reflecting plate, on a slim central post with saucer. Height 77 cm | *** | |
*** | A Thai bronze Buddha with serene facial gesture in seated position on double throne, 36 cm high | *** | |
*** | A Thai gilt bronze standing Buddha, 19th century in a classic pose with both hands held up and palms facing outwards, symbolising protection and overcoming fear. Popular stance for Buddhas in Bangkok since 1782. Excellent condition with exceptional detail… | *** | |
*** | A group of three Indian bronzes, the first a copper alloy figure of a standing deity, a standing folk bronze with mortar and pestle and a sitting Bodhisattva, 17th/18th century. Height 13 cm. | *** | |
*** | A Chinese Ming bronze plate, 20th century. Decorated with a poem, four low feet, and ornate dragons to the base with two character marking. W 14 cm | *** | |
*** | An archaistic Chinese bronze lidded wine container, the body supporting two drop loop handles, decorated with archaic motifs. Height 38.5 cm | *** | |
*** | A tall standing bronze four armed Vishnu, India, 19th century, height 51 cm. Provenance: An English collector | *** | |
*** | A bronze Buddhist female Tantric deity, Tibet, 19th century, naked except for the jewellery and a billowing scarf, her head crowned with a garland of skulls, height 21.5 cm | *** | |
*** | A large bronze alloy seated Buddha, wearing a long robe with a floral border, 20th century, with downcast eyes & a calm expression, the hair arranged in rows of tight whorls surmounted by a domed ushnisha. Height 50 cm, length 38 cm | *** | |
*** | A bronze Sino-Tibetan Manjushri seated on a lotus throne, Wielding the flaming sword of Wisdom, mid 20th century, the deity wearing a high crested crown and elaborately decorated robe, embellished with beaded jewellery, sitting cross-legged, height 31 cm | *** | |
*** | A 17th century Indian bronze repousse shield depicting Virabhadra decorated with Indian deity Vibrabhadra and various scenes of worship along the top and bottom, the shield is patinaed and worn with age 42 cm x 20 cm | *** | |
*** | A 19th century signed Japanese bronze vase decorated with birds and blossom 31 cm high | *** | |
*** | A Thai bronze head of Buddha, timber stand, height 34 including stand | *** | |
*** | A Chinese Tang style bronze horse, timber stand, length 28 cm height 28 cm including stand | *** | |
*** | A small Chinese bronze silver inlaid vase together with a Buddha (2) the vase of baluster shape, the figure on a lotus throne, 11 cm high | *** | |
*** | A Chinese bronze Votive plaque, with a seated Buddha in the centre & several disciples, on the reverse eleven lines of calligraphy, the mirror shape of domed top & square base. Height 19.5, W14.5 cm | *** | |
*** | A bronze figure of Avalokitesvara, with ten faces, standing upright upon a turtle, with eight pairs of arms including central hands in prayer, the topmost holding a disc aloft, finely cast with intricate detailiing to the robe & faces. Height 19 cm | *** | |
*** | An archaic Chinese bronze censer, height 15 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese inlaid bronze sword, the blade with a Median Ridge on each side & bevelled edges that taper to the point, a Taotie mask guard with similiar design on the handle below the circular pommel, length 58 cm | *** | |
*** | A Tibetan parcel gilt bronze Shakyamuni Buddha, height 20 cm | *** | |
*** | A rare elegant Sino-Tibetan bronze Tara with a Dorje in each hand, Sanskrit around base of lotus pedestal, 19th century, the young beautiful face, wearing an unadorned robe with an elaborate crown and jewels, the slender body sitting straight. Provenance:… | *** | |
*** | A Buddha hand in dark bronze alloy the palm upright with the middle finger forward, Nepal/ Tibet, 20th century. Provenance: An old South African collection, height 15 cm, width 7 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese bronze mirror. Good Patination and gilt highlights added later, the casting quite mellowed and smooth to touch. D13 cm | *** | |
*** | A Burmese seated bronze Buddha, Sincere beautiful face, Humble & plain, completely Unadorned. Provenance: The collection of a retired airline executive, height 20 cm | *** | |
*** | A Japanese bronze vase, with double phoenix handles & an enamel band around the neck, 19th century, height 26 cm | *** | |
*** | An Indian bronze octagonal box with domed lid, each panel incised with Mughal, Persian pattern, 19th century. Height 12 cm. Diameter 13 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese bronze twin handle censer. Diameter 19 cm | *** | |
*** | A Thai gilt bronze seated Buddha, 19th century hands clasped in meditative pose on black plinth 28 cm high | *** | |
*** | A gilt bronze figure of Shiva, 20th century, seated in lotus position with four arms, each hilding different implements, on a lodut form pedestal base. Height 21.5 cm | *** | |
*** | A Thai gilt bronze Buddha, seated on a high tiered throne, height 16 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese bronze on three high legs with square handles and applied Taotie masks, diameter 15 cm | *** | |
*** | A Japanese bronze woven Ikebana basket with a high handle, height 30 cm, length, 15 cm | *** | |
*** | A bronze Sino-Tibetan Manjushri seated on a lotus throne, Wielding the flaming sword of Wisdom, 16th/19th century, the deity wearing a high crested crown & elaborately decorated robe, embellished with beaded jewellery, sitting cross-legged, height 8 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese gilt bronze Buddha seated on double lotus four character mark to back of figure 15 cm high | *** | |
*** | A seated Tibetan bronze metal monk in ceremonial hat, height 22 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese bronze weight, the smiling figure resting on one arm, Ming Dynasty, 17th century, his feet protruding from his long, flowing robe, good natural patina, length 4.5 cm | *** | |