Pair of antique Chinese export paintings of insects: butterflies, beetles and dragonflies. Circa 1840. Painted on pith paper, a delicate and porous paper composed of the inner pith of the rice paper tree. Original condition. Minor tear in one. These paintings were the rage in China in the 1840's because their small size allowed tourists to pack them in their luggage. Frame dimensions: 12.5" x 16".
Antique Moroccan pierced brass floor lamp. All hand worked. Original shade lining. Circa 1900. Measures 79 inches high by 20 inches in diameter at the base. The removable shade is 24 inches in diameter. Excellent condition.
19th century Chinese limestone Buddha head carved in the 6th century style. Measures 9 inches high x 6 inches wide x 6 inches deep, and weighs 1.5 pounds.
19th century Chinese plant stand circa 1860. Carved rosewood with marble insert. Excellent condition. Measures 15 inches high by 11 inches in diameter.
Antique 19th century Japanese sake bottle. Mounted as a lamp. Measures 25" high to top of harp. No damages.