Ancient China, a large fine and deeply hand carved and painted wood figure of a seated Shakyamuni Buddha in mudra of Meditation, Ming dynasty (1368-1644). The carved and painted seated holy man with downcast eyes and serene face carved in a respectful naturalistic expression and wearing draped robe, with scattered remnants of original poly chrome...

This is an elegant piece.

The large, natural, and one-of-a-kind stone matrix Yonghe with artistically polished surfaces reveal an abundance of natural chrysanthemum crystals and in a unique tree like form by master artisan Chenjiwa.

A good opportunity to acquire a tall and handsome antique effigy of a Chinese scholar clutching a book of knowledge  with its original Cheng-du origins temple hand painted surface and hand-carved in stone. Coming from our private collection, it would look superb in your favorite space indoor or out of doors. Portable substantial size and...

China, monumental artisan hand carved stone sculpture of three playful monkeys -monkey mountain-, limestone, 52 inches high and 48 inches wide. This is a one-of-a-kind treasure and would make a spectacular acquisition for the discerning gardener and/or connoisseur of Asian delights. During the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC), the dignified Chinese official title of...

Inscribed “This year mid summer he painted in new section of Yuan Ming Gardens”.  Panel depicts “LUK YU” a famous Tang Dynasty Tea master:  

China an inscribed -Dragon and Phoenix- sutra stone reliquary box, two pieces top and base,with five interior cavities for relics, limestone. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912 C.E.) Dimensions: 7 inches tall and 14 inches square Inscribed on the apron of the cover are Mythological animals symbolizing the dragon and phoenix, imperial symbols and on the center lid...

Important Chinese Daoist Sculpture of The Emperor of the North Pole, Hsuanwu or “Hsuan Tien Shangti”, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), hand carved and painted sandstone, 32″h. Formerly exhibited “Asia Week” New York City, Fuller Building, Hutton Gallery, 2006. Provenance: Private collection Chengdu, Sichuan Province. History: Also known as Shang–ti Kung (supreme Emperor and guardian of the...

China important ancient Buddhist Memorial Sutra Pillar “Chuang”, hexagonal shaped pillar, limestone, 59″l x 14″d., Tang dynasty (618-907) Prolific calligraphy  on all planes, (translation available) Private New England Collection acquired in 2005. A translation of the Buddhist Sutra “The blue nature Samadhi” inscibed on this memorial pillar and  an evaluation report from Dr. Qing Chang,...

China, a large elegantly hand carved Calligraphy Stone Panel Qing Dynasty (1644-1911 C.E.), limestone, “30L. x 12″ w x 3.5” thick,   Available: an attribution and authentication report from Dr. Qing Chang, Buddhist Sculpture Specialist.    

China, a carved and painted wood figure of an anthropomorphic tomb guardian, 32.5cm, 13” high and 15cm, 6” in width, late Tang to Song dynasty (618-1279 CE) the sophisticated soft wood guardian figure carved from one log with muscular and sculpted fore legs, angular nose, curvaceous horns, delicate lips finely picked out all over in...

China, a hand carved and hand painted wood figure of a seated Luohan Arhat, Buddha’ disciple, holding a canine pug, Ming dynasty (1368-1644). The carved and painted seated holy man with shaved head perched on a thin organic base, his face carved in a respectful naturalistic joyful expression with glass eyes wearing monastic draped robe...