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Tibet, circa 1900 These old, shallow bowls are made from willow and are from the border of Qinghai province and Tibet. They would have been used fo...
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Tibet, circa 1900 These old, shallow bowls are made from willow and are from the border of Qinghai province and Tibet. They would have been used fo...
View full detailsJiangsu, circa 1920 These small, shallow boxes were possibly once used to store writing equipment such as calligraphy brushes, ink sticks and chops...
View full detailsShandong, circa 1880 The lacquer and paintings on this round box would once have been much brighter, but have darkened and faded over the years. Or...
View full detailsShandong, circa 1950 These old jars date from the mid 20th century and would have been used originally to store oil. In a dark stone and with a han...
View full detailsA beautiful reproduction ginger jar in blue and white colour with vine leaves and pomegranate decoration, this piece matches our Shi Liu lamp.
Silk Embroidery - 'Bird and Flowers'
These hand stitched silk embroideries show simple designs of flowers, with a bird perched on a stem and a pink butterfly hovering above. They are b...
View full detailsSilk Embroidery - 'Butterflies and Flowers'
These hand stitched silk embroideries show simple designs of flowers, with a pair of pink butterflies fluttering above. They are finely worked and ...
View full detailsSilk Embroidery - 'Butterfly in Flowers'
This handcrafted silk embroidery from China showcases intricate floral patterns, featuring a central pink peony to symbolise high rank and status, ...
View full detailsSilk Embroidery - 'Butterfly in Orange Flowers'
This hand stitched silk embroidery shows bold designs of flowers, with a pair of fluttering butterflies shown amongst bright peonies - symbols for ...
View full detailsSilk Lotus Lamp with Wooden Base
The smaller version of our lotus lamps, these also have a round wooden base and silk shade, available in a choice of either lime green, orange, cre...
View full detailsThese lovely photo albums are available in the same four bright silk colours as our jewellery boxes and notebooks, with double happiness and fish d...
View full detailsThis cute vase has a glazed finish. It is decorated with red and blue plum blossom branches on an ivory colour background.
These smaller versions of our stone discs make lovely, unusual ornaments. They are known as 'bi' (pronounced 'bee') in Chinese and are made from ja...
View full detailsThese little horses make lovely ornaments, either individually or as a pair. Cast in bronze with a verdigris finish, they are posed with a front fo...
View full detailsThese little brushes are reproductions of those used in China for centuries for calligraphy. They can be used for painting and calligraphy today an...
View full detailsSmall Carved Antique Decorative Panel
Shanghai, circa 1860 This little carved wooden panel would have been one of a set used as internal dividers or window panels in a Chinese home. It ...
View full detailsSmall Carved Stone Buddha Head
These little buddha heads are carved from stone by hand so each one is in some unique. With the serene expression of the Buddha, they make great l...
View full detailsThese ceramic horses are replicas of those made during China's Tang Dynasty. Along with figurines of camels, servants, and civil officials, pottery...
View full detailsThese cute little jars are one style in a set of ceramic pots and vases in a crackled green glaze. They are newly made but based on old, vintage ja...
View full detailsThese little jugs are newly made but based on vintage oil and wine jars used throughout China. In a lovely, crackled green glaze, they are part of ...
View full detailsThese smaller versions of our stone discs make lovely, unusual ornaments. Made from jade, with a lovely vein in the stone, they are known as 'bi' (...
View full detailsThese old, square sided bowls were originally used as rice measures. They are available in various colours and designs, each one simply painted wit...
View full detailsSmall Rice Measure with Handle
These old wooden containers were originally used in China for measuring and carrying rice. They have been restored and refinished, but each one sti...
View full detailsThese lovely small Buddha heads are produced from a stone and resin mix in the southern Chinese province of Guilin. They include a black wooden bas...
View full detailsThese little stone figures show the Buddha seated in the lotus position, hands clasped and resting on his lap in meditation. Hand carved, each one ...
View full detailsThis old, leather covered container is from Tibet, where it would originally have been used for carrying or storing yaks' milk or other liquids. To...
View full detailsTibet, circa 1900 Sourced from Tibet near the border with Qinghai province, these lovely old bowls date from the beginning of the 20th century. The...
View full detailsThese lovely white stone rings, known as 'bi' (pronounced 'bee') in Chinese, are beautifully smooth and made attractive ornaments. The outer ring a...
View full detailsShanxi, circa 1920 These cute little stools were originally used by farmhands or other workers for simple, portable seating. Each one varies slight...
View full detailsThese green glass bud vases have a beautiful reflective quality and are ideal for holding one or two single stem flowers. Individually handblown, t...
View full detailsThese lovely ornamental hands are in a stone and resin mix, mounted on a black wooden stand. The Buddha's hand is in a gesture with the index finge...
View full detailsThis seated buddha is carved from stone - beautifully detailed and very heavy. Please note that, as each one is individually hand made the style an...
View full detailsThese delicately carved hands are available in either dark stone or white marble. The buddha's hand here is in a gesture signifying religious instr...
View full detailsShown with its trunk raised in mid trumpet, this lovely elephant is carved from stone and is perfect as an ornament either indoors or outdoors. The...
View full detailsThese stone fish are carved by hand and make lovely ornaments. The fish is one of the eight Buddhist symbols of good fortune and considered a symbo...
View full detailsThe eighteen luohans are Buddhist disciples who have reached the enlightened state of 'Nirvana'. Traditionally they are also the guardians of Buddh...
View full detailsThe eighteen luohans are Buddhist disciples who have reached the enlightened state of 'Nirvana'. Traditionally they are also the guardians of Buddh...
View full detailsThe eighteen luohans are Buddhist disciples who have reached the enlightened state of 'Nirvana'. Traditionally they are also the guardians of Buddh...
View full detailsStone Luohan Monk, Scratching Ear
The eighteen luohans are Buddhist disciples who have reached the enlightened state of 'Nirvana'. Traditionally they are also the guardians of Buddh...
View full detailsThis serene looking seated Buddha is produced from a stone and resin mix and comes with a separate wooden base as shown.
These wonderful stone stools are carved by hand. They are suitable for outdoor use but also make beautiful side tables indoors. The studded motif a...
View full detailsShandong, circa 1950 These simple, large stone jars were used for storing oil or other liquids in Shandong province, south of Beijing. Dating from...
View full detailsThese large, stoneware jars are from north China, once used to store oil or wine. Each one is individual, with various patterns and natural tones. ...
View full detailsThese traditional stoneware jars were originally used for storing oil or wine in northern China during the mid twentieth century. Each jar has a un...
View full detailsZhejiang, circa 1920 This small box is in beech wood, finished in a dark lacquer stain. It would have been used to store personal belongings and ha...
View full detailsStorage Jar with Butterflies and Blossom
This elegant lidded jar depicts multicoloured butterflies amongst blossom branches. Ideal for storage of tea bags or herbs, or just as a decorative...
View full detailsThese old wooden containers have been restored with a new varnish, but still have the old metalware and other features, including painted Chinese c...
View full detailsThese shallow, square shaped wooden containers have a lovely pattern in the wood. With a curved handle, they were used for carrying food produce in...
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