| *** | A finely Chinese carved tortoiseshell Qing period circular table snuff box intricately carved to the slightly domed lid with a figure and fenced garden in a mountainous landscape, the sides with leafy border to the top and buildings to the base, the base… | *** |  |
| *** | A quality Japanese Meiji bamboo flute in lacquered case, the flute expertly bound and with red lacquered interior, length 0.3 cm. The black lacquered case with abalone inlaid mon. The purple silk bound cord with some fading. Case length 43 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese ink stone carved in low relief with lotus leaves and a pond, housed within a zitan wood box, the lid carved with ducks and lotus flowers in a pond. 2.1 cm x 17.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A late 19th century Chinese silver vanity box by Tuck Chang, circular form with finely embossed sinuous dragon amongst clouds to the lid and sides, impressed maker's marks. Diameter 5.6 cm | *** |  |
| *** | Japanese Meiji period Inro, of lacquer construction with gilt decoration of bird among foliage and rocky outcrop. Suspension cord with Ojimi bead, height 3.2 cm | *** |  |
| *** | An old oriental hardwood root form vase table, the dished ebonised top with gilt rim of irregular form, bulbous knobby root form frieze and legs of good dark tone and polish. 60 cm x 46 cm x 24 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A pair of Chinese carved wooden temple dogs, in traditional pose with rider to back, old paint and gilt finish, some chips and age cracks. 20 x 13 x 27.5 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A fine quality Japanese Edo period (1603-1868) tachi tsuba (sword guard), mokko-gata form, profusely decorated in relief with various gilt/gold and other metals. 7.7 cm x 7 cm, in later quality fitted box. | *** |  |
| *** | A Tibetan brass statuette of the four-armed Chenrezik bodhisattva, (Avalokite?vara), modelled seated on a lotus throne. Height 65 cm | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century Chinese silver coffee/hot water pot, plain tapered form, the lower body finely planished, wooden handle and finial. By Sing Fat of Canton. Height 20 cm. 424gm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese carved chalcedony figure of a woman holding fruits, the translucent bluish grey and brown tone carved to good effect with the variegated brown tones incorporated into her head scarf and leaves supporting the fruit, fine detail. Height 18 cm,… | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese silver tazza, the circular bowl with scalloped rim, embossed and pierced to the centre with birds perched amongst bamboo, raised on a short stem and spreading circular foot. Marked under the base for Wing Man & Co., Hong Kong, late 19th/early… | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Japanese satchel form black lacquer writing box, finely gilded with shaped panels and insects, engraved silvered copper decorative fittings, fitted interior. Provenance: The collection of Denis and Joy Hanna. 29.5 x 12.5 x 23.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A carved stone carving of a Bodhisattva and qilin, he reclines resting his arms upon a low table, the qilin sits beside him, light caramel coloured stone. Width 18 cm | *** |  |
| *** | Chinese calligraphy, red ink on rice paper, laid on block mount board. 133 x 81 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A c.1920 Japanese silver Yokohama bowl, the exterior in relief with iris decoration on a fine hammered ground, lavishly gilded interior, engraved and stamped marks to the base, three character marks engraved to the interior. 107gms. Diameter 12 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A pair of tall 1920s hand-painted wooden Isar Ganaur Maharaja and Maharani figures, on square wooden bases. Some repairs commensurate with age, height 1600 & 170 cm (including bases). Base width 50 x 50 cm. Repairs to arms and distress commensurate with… | *** |  |
| *** | A large bronze statuette of Fukurokuju, god of wisdom and longevity, seated holding a reishi sceptre, his beard flowing over his exposed chest, his elongated head covered by a cowl. Height 490, W.57 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A small Chinese silver tray, the interior and border decorated with dragons and the mystic pearl, the edge in bamboo, raised on half bun feet, 394gm. 23 x 16.5 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | An old Japanese wooden vessel of gnarled naturalistic tree-trunk shape, with original wood base. Height 20 cm, length 30 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A carved rosewood figure of Putai, 'The Happy Buddha', carved standing on wooden plinth fashioned as a sack of wealth, with arms raised above his head supporting a lotus flower. Height 44 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese hardwood box, finely carved in relief to the lid and sides with an Imperial dragon; the interior of the lid with an incised calligraphic poem. 38 cm x 20 cm x 11 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A large heavy variegated green and ochre hardstone mountainous boulder, on fitted wooden stand. Length 90 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese jade necklace of 51 beads. | *** |  |
| *** | A large blanc-de-chine Kuanyin figure, the goddess with seated Buddha above her head, four arms raised with offerings, a further two pairs of arms to her front in serene pose supporting a miniature temple, all framed by 1000 small arms, she sits in lotus… | *** |  |
| *** | A large rosewood carved figure of Kuanyin, the goddess depicted standing holding a branch of fruiting peaches surmounted by a ho-o bird, she stands upon a dragon, a child seated upon the back of a deer attends her and offers her a large peach. Both… | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century Chinese silver heart form trinket box, relief embossed and decorated with sinuous dragon framing a heart form cartouche, gilded interior, embossed character mark and 'KPG'. 142gms. Width 82, height 6 cm | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century Oriental carved bone and damascene sword, the hilt with tapered butt and finger grooves, the scabbard the three panels each carved with a sinuous dragon, the damascene blade with etched calligraphy, length 91.5 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century wooden Amida buddha in a lacquered and gilded reliquary cabinet, elaborately gilded, height 44 cm, width 325 mm, depth 17.3 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A pair of early 19th century Indo-Persian steel forearm armour (bazu-bund), with chainmail gauntlets, later cloth lined. Etched with a panelled design of Arabic script within a raised saw tooth border. Pinned and hinged wrist closures. Provenance: The… | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese carved lavender jade and diamond set 18ct. rose gold mounted pendant, the lozenge form bamboo carved jade piece with pinned mount and diamond set ovoid bale, length 6.2 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century Chinese silver cigarette case, the scrolling dragon in fine relief on finely hammered ground with vacant circular 'pearl' cartouche, stamped marks for Zee Sung of Shanghai. 116gms. 10.5 x 8 cm | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century Chinese carved hardwood figure of Shou Lao, traditionally represented with long forehead, gnarly twisted staff, scroll, etc., finely inlaid with silver wire detail in cloud, wriggle work and other decorative forms, dark finish,… | *** |  |
| *** | Haku Maki (Jap. 1924-2000) two s'saku-hanga woodblock prints tea bowl and calligraphy, signed in pencil, red artist's seal, editioned 50/203 titled 'Collection-1'. 125 X 12.5 cm surface textured. Signed in pencil, red artist's seal, editioned 27/203… | *** |  |
| *** | A c.1900 Chinese silver mug, repousse bamboo decoration on fine scale ground, bamboo shaped handle. By Wang Hing & Co. of Hong Kong. 136gm, height 8.5 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Indian silver framed menu stand, the front engraved 'Chandanpur 27-4-89' with four tiger's claws supporting the open back with fleur-de-lis top and plain strut back. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese red inkstone, modelled as a guqin depicted partially wrapped in a fabric sleeve patterned with flowering branches highlighted with gilt, engraved with characters to either side, in original cloth covered box. Length 13.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese 14ct gold heart shaped pendant, looping pierced edging with Chinese characters to both sides, gold suspension ring. 16gm | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese cinnabar lacquer lobed dish, the centre decorated with figures in a landscape, the six lobed border carved with a lotus flower and tendril pattern. Diameter 25 cm | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century Chinese silver cigarette case, the lid highly embossed in relief with a sinuous dragon. Probably Lee Yee Hing of Hong Kong. 12 x 8.5 cm. 148gm. | *** |  |
| *** | An early Chinese bronze mirror, decorated in low relief with an outer band of archaic calligraphy encircling four running beasts to an inner band, diameter 14 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A jade scholar's rock, the rich green stone with multiple creamy inclusions, resembling a mountain ridge. Length 28 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Japanese Meiji suzuri-bako calligraphy artists travelling box, in solid keyaki wood with decorative iron fittings. The hinged lid and three drawers include various related contents. Good dark colour and patina. 43 x 26 x 27 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century Chinese silver Tackhing large cigarette case, long rectangular form, the front in high relief with a sinuous dragon, the circular cartouche representing the mystic pearl, fine hammered ground and detail, makers mark to the interior… | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century 9ct. yellow gold gent's hardstone cameo ring, the relief two colour agate panel of a classical helmeted gent in profile | *** |  |
| *** | A matching set of four Japanese silver bowls with shaped borders, raised decoration of irises and original liners. Character mark on bases. One bowl damaged and the liners show signs of wear. 980gm. Diameters 11.5 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Thai silver bowl, squat circular shape, decorated in high relief with figures from Thai mythology. 735gms. Diameter 25 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A good Thai stone carved Buddha, traditionally seated in lotus position upon a throne, tightly bound hair, hands together linked to his lap. Height 75 cm | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century Chinese 20ct. Bright yellow gold and turquoise ring, the oval cabochon turquoise claw set, flared pierced scrolling shoulders. Chinese character marks to the interior band. | *** |  |
| *** | A small Chinese silver mug, double walled, decorated in relief with equestrian warriors and foot soldiers in a landscape with pagodas and pavilions, scroll handle modelled as a sinuous dragon. Stamped mark under base. Height 8.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese silver bowl on short stem, raised floral decoration. Shanghai Zeewo hallmarks c.1900. Weight 345gm. Diameter 15 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A root stock stand, of natural gnarled knotted roots with a flat top and side tier for displaying items, height 114 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Japanese Meiji period 'Inaba' quality jewellery box, the lid finely decorated with birds amongst wisteria on blue ground, the frame and sides with repeating circular decoration, the interior stamped 'Kyoto' and with character marks for the artist 'Inaba… | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Indian silver footed bowl, ornately embossed with rural village scenes and animals, a wide band encircles the body, the top rim of shaped and pierced repeating design, the spreading circular foot with further encircling embossed band,… | *** |  |
| *** | A c.1900 set of seven Chinese silver nip cups, relief dragon and pearl decoration on hammered ground. Height 5.5 cm. 378gm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese pale carved jadeite pendant on bead necklace, the ovoid form pendant of near white tone carved with a floral spray. With gem ID certificate, length 5.5 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A 17th century large Edo rounded square hammered iron tsuba gold and silver foil leaves and snow to both sides, with large Matsu-Kawabishi (grass hopper) hitsuana. c1700. 7.5 x 82 mm | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Japanese paulownia iron bound ship's lock box, decorative studded old iron fittings to the hinged door and body, enclosing a combination of six various drawers, some old labelling, some wear and signs of good old age. 32 x 42.5 x 37 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A good 19th century Chinese black lacquer and painted fan in box, the paper fan brightly painted with figures in a courtyard setting, black lacquer and gilded ends. In the original black lacquer and gilt decorated box, length 31.5 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A late 19th century Oriental black lacquer finely decorated tea caddy, rectangular form, the casket form with hinged lid finely decorated with exotic birds amongst florals, basket weave trellis finely decorates the sides, the removable lead interior box… | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese pale green jade crouching rabbit pendant, length 4.5 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese white jade horseshoe pendant, the pronounced curving horse neck and head with bat carved to the shoulder, height 5.8 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese rosewood processional screen in stand, of fan shape, finely pierced and inlaid with silver wire depictions of gods. A contemporary copy of a Qing Dynasty piece. Height 113 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A collection of seventeen old Burmese bronze chicken opium weights, the tallest is 6.5 cm, the smallest 25. | *** |  |
| *** | A late 19th century Chinese silver basket, with swing handle, elaborately embossed and pierced with dragons amongst clouds, no liner. Possibly by Luen Wo of Shanghai. Diameter 12.5 cm. 185gm. | *** |  |
| *** | A vintage boxed Chinese inkstone, the inkstone with circular inking surface framed by a finely carved dragon amongst waves and clouds. 18 x 12 x 6 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century Japanese Komai damascene cigarette case, the gun metal ground finely decorated with thin threads of gold and silver with a monkey upon a leafy vine highlighted with butterflies, three-character signature. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese lacquer tray, rectangular shape with canted corners, decorated in raised gilt lacquer and pen work on a black ground with figures in a walled garden. 38 x 25 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century large banded agate and gilt metal table snuff box, curved and faceted form, the hinged lid with applied Chinese carved and pierced panel of two figures, serpentine thumb piece. 9.2 cm x 7.6 cm x 3.8 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family… | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese early 20th century Chinese silver cigarette case, the lid in high relief with a sinuous dragon on plain ground, makers marks for LYH (unknown). 12 x 8.4 cm. 148gm. | *** |  |
| *** | A circular iron filigree tsuba, circular with a design incorporating two dragonflies, detailed with gold highlights. Diameter 8.1 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Japanese Meiji period carved netsuke study of a man with lantern and rain parasol, carved boxwood with good aged patina. circa 1885. Height 6.7 cm. Note: An identical piece in the collection of the Australian Museum of Art and Science. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese tortoiseshell Ruyi sceptre, the hollow constructed handle and sceptre head formed from sheets of tortoiseshell, each face intricately carved and pierced with birds in flight upon a background of scroll work. Length 30 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A 20th century Chinese terracotta warrior, after a warrior from the buried army of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China, he stands with plated armour to his front, his head separately fitted to his body, earth pigments over the darker underglaze.… | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese silver basket, elaborate pierced decoration of flowers, with conforming decoration to handle, raised on four scrolling feet, Chinese character mark and initials for Wang Hing. 650gm, width 30 cm, depth 20 cm, height 6 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A large heavy composite stone seated Buddha, classically in lotus pose with overlapping hands to waist, a drape over the left shoulder, tightly curled hair. 53 cm x 48 cm x 84 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese silver belt of 15 panels joined by chained links, each panel and buckle decorated with dragons, flowers and birds, or resembling cash coins or 'endless knot' motifs. The clasp marked with maker's mark. Length 71.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A hardstone and gold powder or rouge box, square with fluted corners, Continental gold mounted and hinged lidded, opening to reveal a gold framed mirror and hinged lidded compartment. A gold flower with emerald cabochon to the lid. 5.2 cm x 5.2 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A Japanese Meiji large hexagonal lidded jar/tea caddy, the two large panels each with the seven legendary figures, Bishamon, Daikoku, Ebisu, Fukurokuju, Jurojin, Hotei and Benten framed in cobalt blue with elaborate gilt enrichments of butterflies,… | *** |  |
| *** | An old Chinese cloisonne ovoid vase, traditional decoration of multiple figures in traditional robes, blue ground, stylised repeating panelled borders. Height 24 cm, in old Japanese box. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese jade archer's ring, the mottled white ground with dark and vibrant green highlights. Depth 3 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | An exquisite Chinese black and red lacquer fan richly gilded and beautifully decorated with scenes of figures and flowers. Width of spread 32 cm, framed behind glass | *** |  |
| *** | A Japanese bone crayfish with carved detail, long feelers and antennae, life-size in glass case. 48 cm x 32 cm x 35 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A late 19th century Chinese silver Cumshing rectangular hinged lidded box, the lid and each panel with a single dragon in relief, plain ground, plain interior, the base punched with the maker's marks. 12 cm x 7.8 cm x 58. 262gms | *** |  |
| *** | A dense blackwood brushpot, possibly zitan wood, carved as the gnarled trunk of an old peach tree. Height 16 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese Peking glass bottle vase, pink tone. Possibly 19th century Incised reign mark to the base, height 14 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A large Chinese white marble head of Buddha, on simple octagonal wood plinth base. Height overall 375 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A vintage Chinese silver and lapis lazuli necklace, bracelet and ring set, the triangular cabochon type lapis panels with relief carving of a stylised hand and florals, the gilded silver mounts with filigree and fine seed-pearl set highlights, some pearls… | *** |  |
| *** | An old Chinese carved malachite fu dog on stand, modelled turning to its right. The fitted stand with scroll carved and pierced detail, length 8 cm, height 7 cm. Provenance: From the collection of Gerry and Valerie Bermel (of Travis Antiques. Wellington… | *** |  |
| *** | A pair of Chinese reverse paintings on glass, of exotic birds amongst flowering boughs. Each in carved frames. Overall, 55.5 cm x 41 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | An 18th/19th century Edo period cased Japanese fuchi and kashira, the kashira with relief gold and shakudo leaves and flowers, the fuchi with spools of thread on a nanako ground. | *** |  |
| *** | An old Chinese fine soapstone carving, of a seated old man with tiger, tan tone. Height 8.5 cm. Provenance: Ex. the estate collection of Dr David (Auckland) & M Stephens. Based in Singapore circa 1956 - 1975. David was a passionate and knowledgeable… | *** |  |
| *** | An Oriental large baluster famille rose vase, figures on horseback with rocky, wooded and river landscapes. Applied tablet and calligraphy marks to the base. Height 31 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Tibetan silver mounted burl wood jha phor (butter tea tsampa bowl), the foot worked with a lappet border, the base inset with a hide panel. Diameter 13 cm | *** |  |
| *** | An old Chinese 'mutton fat' jade bangle, diameter 8.8 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Chinese carved rosewood figure of a scholar, standing bearing a bamboo cylinder and carrying a slender wooden staff. Raised on pierced and carved cherry bough and rocky plinth base. Height 40 cm | *** |  |
