Shiwan Ware

This set of Shiwan ware oil lamps from the early 20th century features the distinctive green glaze.

Shiwan ware is Chinese pottery from kilns located in the Shiwanzhen Subdistrict of the provincial city of Foshan, near Guangzhou, Guangdong.

This Shiwan ware oil lamp from the early 20th century features a green/blue glaze which is less common than the more abundant green glaze associated with Shiwan ware.

This Shiwan ceramic pillow of earthenware features a green/blue glaze, which is less common than the distinctive green-glaze of Shiwan ware.

Pillows in this shape were not only used by opium smokers but most typically were used for that purpose amid opium smoke houses. Shiwan ware originates from the Shiwanzhen district n...

Pillows in this shape were not only used by opium smokers but most typically were used for that purpose amid opium smoke houses. Shiwan ware originates from the Shiwanzhen district n...

Pillows in this shape were not only used by opium smokers but most typically were used for that purpose amid opium smoke houses. Shiwan ware originates from the Shiwanzhen district n...

Pillows in this shape were not only used by opium smokers but most typically were used for that purpose amid opium smoke houses. Shiwan ware originates from the Shiwanzhen district n...

This glazed Chinese ceramic jar from the turn of the 19th Century was once used for pickling foods. It features a jade green finish and outer surface that features a ribbed texture. ...

A captivating pair of late 19th-century bronze statues depicting Chinese officials. The left figure portrays an imperial advisor, his full face adorned with almond-shaped eyes beneat...

A fine pair of Chinese ceramic sculptures from the Qing dynasty, dating to around 1880. These figures are richly detailed and hand-painted in a striking palette of green, blue, white...

Two standing court figures modeled in pottery with slender proportions and simplified facial features. A thin straw-toned glaze is applied over the surfaces, with areas of exposed bu...

We are pleased to introduce a glazed ceramic vase from the Liao dynasty of China, dating from the 10th century, about 1,000 years ago. The Liao dynasty was established by the Qidan ...

A striking pair of large Chinese glazed and painted pottery figures, Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644), circa 16th century, China. The impressive and realistically modeled figures each ...

A large and decorative Chinese green-glazed pottery hu vase. Han dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD). The compressed globular body encircled by eight mystical beasts of monkeys, Rabbits, de...

Pair of wood Asian lamps. Wood has been refinished highlighting the robes and head dress. They measure 23" high from base to the bottom of socket. Base is 6.25" wide, 4.75" deep and ...

Wonderful architectural jewelry box by the talented British born California artist Po Shun Leong, Leung. It is quite sculptural and will stand alone as unique piece of art or functio...

Serene Japanese late Taisho period early Showa period two-panel byobu screen featuring a colorful bamboo loquat landscape with a butterfly. Beautifully crafted in the Nihonga school ...

A Swedish pair of Louis XVI style benches (interchangeable as footstools or ottomans) dating to the 1700’s. These classically styled benches have a neutral colored top cushion filled...

A gorgeous antique Chinoiserie Jacobean style bookcase, dining cabinet, or bar cabinet In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1920s Red lacquered carved walnut, with hand pai...

A wonderful 1920’s compact retailed by Wordley, Allsopp & Bliss. We’ve had this compact retailed by various companies from Cartier to Black Starr and Gorham. It is comprised of Ster...

Japanese Kano School Edo period two-panel screen depicting flowering prunus and bamboo on a rock formation, with colorful birds next to a body of water. Vivid mineral pigments on a g...

Heavily carved Vintage Louis XIV style Giltwood Console table. This very attractive piece came from a European Consulate where it was in daily use for 30 years.

A pair of Louis XVI style carved and Laqué gilded bergère settees. The elegant pair of carved loveseats, upholstered in a blue velvet, with padded backs and sides and a cushion seat,...

Antique Japanese Meiji period silk embroidered screen /room divider Byobu C.1900 Kyoto, Japan. Silk embroidered satin lacquer framed panels. Late 19th century - early 20th century ...

A Beautiful Pair of very Meissen Porcelain Figures of Hoopoe Birds Perched on White Tree Branches, with Insects and Flowers. This finely detailed naturalistic pair of exotic Hoopoe...

A fine Chinese Famille Rose Hexagonal jardiniere and stand. Republic Period (1912-1949). Decorated with a continuous scene of ladies at leisure within walled gardens. All fra...

Asian inspired wall mirror comprised of carved wood with bottle green "faux malachite" hand-painted lacquer finish and scalloped details. Made in Hickory, North Carolina, USA, circa ...