We’re happy to bring you a cluster of important large scale bronze sculptures from mid-century Japan. This exceptional piece is of a pensive, crouching female nude by mid century sculptor Mine Takashi 峯孝, (1914-2003) entitled “Bathing Beauty”. Complete with signed base “No 1.” and artist’s signature. Her back has a charming and subtle design of…
Coming to you from this spring’s Kyoto art purchases, is this asymmetrical ovoid shaped stunning bronze vase, depicting both scurrying crabs and a school of fish with gold and silver highlights. 8 x 8.5″, with it’s own tomobaku box, signed by the artist!
Nothing could be more stunning and authentic in your courtyard garden this year than this Imperial Kiku Chrysanthemum Lantern from Old Japan. This very special lantern was used by the Emperor, dated 1767, triple signed on the bottom, from En Kouji Temple, Gifu Prefecture. A sample from the remarkable finds of this Spring’s art buying…
A fine traditional American home trends to stunning with thoughtful placement of our handpainted Edo Period 6 panel Screen (1603-1868). Themed on a beautifully rendered Japanese streamside setting, this foyer is dramatically yet subtley beautified. A classy combo!
Japan, an elegant and finely cast antique bronze standing Kanon Maitreya Guan Yin clutching a lotus branch- a sign of purity and right hand in compassionate mudra- superb work of art, 19th century. This example is the tallest version of this style bronze pensive pose Kannon we have seen, 51″h x 21″w. An ideal indoor…
Thailand, Ayutthaya Kingdom, 16th-17th century gold gilt bronze temple Buddha, measuring 60 inches tall, originally acquired from the reknowned Charlotte Horstmann Ltd gallery, Hong Kong by an American collector in 1969. This long aquiline nosed holy Buddha with pleated robes and mudra of meditation, has a fascinating provenance with accompanying certificate. History of Ayutthaya: The…
Exceptional Buddha in bronze, from 19th C Thailand. Beautiful, serene, and just what is needed at this moment in time: wisdom, serenity, compassion, peace.
Wouldn’t it be enchanting to find these under the Holiday Tree this year? A rare and charming collection just in, bringing the cultures of India to the West.
Thank you to our wonderful clients, friends, and the gardens of Mt Desert island, who’ve made the Schneible Fine Arts Gallery 2018 summer/fall season so heartwarming and beautiful. Through we’ve bid a fond farewell, and found new homes for many objets d’art,we have wonderful pieces still available year round here on our website www.schneiblefinearts.com. New…
Yet another of Eva Fritz-Lindner’s inspired and whimsical creations is this monumental Blue Owl, exuding a wise and whimsical presence in any setting. Fritz-Lindner’s outdoor Owl creations were commissioned for German castle gardens, private collections and and it was her own favorite bird to sculpt in clay. This is the largest of our collection here…
Honor the Noble Elephant! The gifted German ceramicist Eva Fritz-Lindner created this bold and creative artistic interpretation- almost Picassoesque- of one of her favorite animals, with bold color, structure, and style. We are very pleased to feature this Masterpiece and other examples of her work at our gallery in Northeast Harbor, Maine, through September, 2018….
Ramping up for our largest ever Northeast Harbor, Maine gallery season, opening July 1, 2018! Remarkable objet d’arts and finds from Japan, and all over the world. A fabulous summer destination for all- shop for art, bask in the beauty of the Maine seacoast, play at Acadia National Park, and last but not least the…
We’re happily anticipating our last (sigh) gallery season in Northeast Harbor, Maine this summer, July 1-Sept. 15. Not that our online customers will suffer, but we hope for the beauty and pleasure of it, many of you will make the trip up the Maine Coast, enjoying the ocean, lobster rolls, and Acadia National Park close…
One of Douglas’ recent finds is this rare antique Lacquered Maki-e Koto, violin size (24″ x 5″x 2.75″) from the Meiji Era 19th C Japan. Typically much larger, and plucked with a pick, they create a beautiful sound. The Maki-e treatment is a special lacquer technique, sprinkled with gold or silver powder as a decoration,…
Douglas is bringing back a treasure trove from Kyoto and environs, including the giant crab, Meiji hanging lantern, the 19c Tea shop Sign (kanban), and the Edo period royal court dolls with imperial headress.
Kyoto Early Spring cherry blossoms, friendly Airbnb hosts, and a neighboring Buddhist priest all share love of Japanese artifacts and art with us. Douglas is having a lucky sourcing trip so far!
Douglas has just arrived in the historic, elegant, soulful Kyoto, Japan ready for a month of art shows, antique fairs, and soaking up the culture of this fine city and surrounds. Follow us as we explore together, and discover unique artifacts and experiences with our Japanese hosts. Send Douglas a direct email if there is…
Over a billion people in China and millions around the world will celebrate the Chinese New Year beginning today, coinciding with the New Moon. This year, Year of the Dog, is marked with a dog’s auspicious gifts of love and loyalty to all living things. Our Chinese Ming Dynasty limestone pug Dog, (15″ high) has…
Bento Boxes have been used since 1100 AD, as an aesthetic and portable food container throughout Japan. This rare find, an antique wooden red & black lacquered bento box display circa Taisho period 1915, holds 20 individual black and red lacquered signed boxes with lids, and can be smartly repurposed for a unique storage unit in…
Why is tending a Japanese garden experienced as a way to inner peace and healing? Probably many paths lead to the answer, but for starters, the simplicity, the understatement (known to many as wabi-sabi), and some believe the asymmetry are all contributing factors. What has been your experience?
