Chinese Export scalloped plate decorated with pheasants, birds, flowers. Looks very similar to older English transferware. Hand signed on the back. What is interesting is that there are also English written numbers by the mark.
Exquisite Chinese soapstone carving group of two men playing go. Very detailed in variegated colored soapstone.
Age: Early 20th Century
Condition: One man has a go chip in his hand and thinking about his move. He was chewing on something but the edge of it has been broken off. Otherwise the pieces are in very good antique condition. ...click for details
Exquisite Chinese soapstone carving of a woman holding a lotus flower. Possibly one of the eight immortals, the only female, He Xiangu, He Quiong. Very detailed in variegated colored soapstone.
Age: Early 20th Century
Measurements: Approximately 2 3/4" by 1 7/8" with a height of 3 1/2" ...click for details
Exquisite Chinese soapstone carving of a Chinese Elder holding a staff in his left hand.He also seems to be in contemplation. God of Wisdom? Very detailed in variegated colored soapstone.
Age: Early 20th Century
Measurements: Approximately 3 " by 2" with a height of 3 1/2" ...click for details
Pair of Antique wood carved elders probably taken from a Chinese temple arch. The figures themselves are 19th century with wooden nails on the back. They were later placed on wood lacquered bases. They are not the same but work as mirror images. Great color and patina. Old felt on the bottoms.
