DESCRIPTION: A delightful porcelain figure of “the Laughing Buddha,” or Hotei, seated with five children clambering on his arms and shoulders. His floral and brick-patterned robe is untied, exposing his expansive belly. Hotei is a Chinese deity representing prosperity and happiness, and is usually depicted laughing and with a huge belly. Tradition identifies him with the eccentric Chinese Zen priest, Pu-tai. This porcelain figure dates from the late 19th to early 20th C. and is in very good ... Click for details

DESCRIPTION: Long acknowledged as masters of porcelain, the Chinese also excelled at pottery making. Qing Dynasty domestic pottery used regional clays and showed distinctive regional styles. This utilitarian pottery, used for the storage of oil and other household goods, exhibited tremendous beauty and artistic skill. Crafted of red clay, this handsome jar is an excellent example with its incised floral and geometric decorations in two-toned brown glazes. Dating to the mid 19th C, it is also ... Click for details

DESCRIPTION: Three quite large and colorful antique porcelain figures of the Chinese “Gods of Blessings,” Fuk (Luck and Wealth), Luk (Happiness and Recognition), and Sau (Longevity). These three represent some of the most popular deities in Chinese mythology. There are countless legends of the Fuk Luk Sau aiding and bestowing kindness and blessings on worthy mortals throughout the centuries. They were originally astrological stars, hence their name of the “Three Star Gods.” ... Click for details

DESCRIPTION: A very appealing Chinese porcelain pillow (head rest) in the form of a young boy on his elbows and knees, looking up happily with an engaging smile. He wears a one piece covering in deep pink with floral patterns and his stretched back offers support for the head. Part of a Florida estate, remnants of a past collector’s sticker remains on one leg. Late Qing, Early Republic period (1900 – 1940), and in excellent condition with no chips or cracks. DIMENSIONS: 11” long (28 cm) x 7... Click for details

DESCRIPTION: A flamboyant pair of antique Chinese export famille rose pheasants with multicolored plumes, each hand painted with incredible detail. These red and gold crested birds stand on rock outcroppings displaying their individually detailed green, gold, yellow and blue feathers. This fine pair dates from the 19th C. Qing Dynasty and are both in original, perfect condition with no chips or repairs. DIMENSIONS: Approximately 11 ¾” high (30 cm) each.

DESCRIPTION: And exceptional and flamboyant pair of yellow Buddhist Lions or Foo Dogs, each resting on their hind feet while holding brocade balls between their paws. The extraordinary hand embellished details include their green-glazed tightly curled manes, tails and beards, and long flowing pink ribbons held between their teeth. These were obviously made as a pair but with numerous variations in details because of the applied hand work. This is one of the nicest pair of genuinely old ceramic... Click for details