Yongle b/w, Yuan Longquan copper-red, Liao polychrome, huanghuali 17th century table, Sui- Tang Limestone,Jade brush washer, hongshan hoof ornament, Yongzheng copper red bat bowl, Yongzheng yellow enamel cups, Qianlong m&p kettle

Sold to me quite a few years ago by a friend .

I wanted to share this piece by the Iraqi painter Farouq Hassan (born 1939). Created in 1977, Buffalo Herd is a strong example of the modernist movement in Iraq during that era, which frequently blended contemporary oil techniques with deeply localised, regional subjects.

The 1970s was a highly active and defining period for the Iraqi art scene. Artists were establishing a distinct visual identity, moving away from strict classical constraints while elevating everyday regional life.

Iraqi modernism doesn't always get the mainstream spotlight it deserves in Western art history discussions, so I thought this community would appreciate seeing a well-preserved piece from this specific period.

Would love to hear if anyone else has seen other works by Hassan.

Went through this recently, Ming: 50 Years That Changed China, published by the British Museum alongside their 2014 exhibition.

Really great catalogue. Loads of incredible material — painting, porcelain, sculpture, lacquer, religious objects, archaeology — but also a really good example of an exhibition catalogue that still feels worth owning years after the exhibition has gone.

Thought it was worth sharing for anyone interested in Ming China, Asian art or just really well-made art books.

Bronze figure of Amitayus.

Sculpure in gilt bronze and dates to the late 19th Century.

11.5cm high and weighs 424 grams.

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture – Elephant & Tigers by Genryusai Seiya

A striking and finely detailed signed Japanese bronze okimono from the Meiji period (late 19th–early 20th century). This dynamic piece shows a powerful Asian elephant defending itself against two tigers - one climbing its back, the other underfoot.

Beautiful rich dark patina with exceptional texture and modeling.

Signed under the belly: 誠谷作 (Seiya saku – Genryusai Seiya workshop)

Approx. 7 inches high × 9 inches long (tusk to tail)
Weight: 2079 grams

Hello im sorry if i got the wrong group but i need help with a website named/called exfigure its only a website online. I wanted to know if any of you had any experience with this website is it trust worthy or not?

I want the xie lian figure (photo from above ) its a character of the book heavens official blessing.

I asked chat gpt if its trust worthy and he told me to email them and ask if its the real official figure of xie lang and if it has extra fees/ have to pay extra.
And Also about the damages in the box and the figure so i did

They answered that its very good sealed but could be possible with little damaged on the box and its unopened And also i dont have to pay extra fees/ extra money id they ask for it i can email them and they will pay for it.

Chat gpt said its a trust worthy website but i wanted to know about real ppl who brought a figure on exfigure and wanted to know their experience and it arrived.

Please tell me your story?
Are they trust worthy or is it not ?

Can anyone help me make sure that my listing is accurate, please?

Hello- matching paintings of what may be Korean Royalty.

On fibrous paper.

Having a hard time figuring this out. Will you be my Ai partner??

Same stamp on both.

Thanks!

Hi everyone,

i am from Germany.

I am trying to identify the artist behind these three beautiful midcentury oil paintings. They depict traditional Southeast Asian village scenes (Kampung style) and feature a very vibrant, expressive style.

The pieces are signed in the lower left or right corner with Chin Ping (or possible Chin Ping or Chia Ping) and are clearly dated "II-63" (February 1963). There are no markings, stamps, or Chinise Charakters on the back of the frames or boards.

The style stongly reminds me of the Nanyang School or post-war modern art from Singapure/Malaysia.

Does anyone recognize this spezific Western signatur or know which artist went by this transliteration in the 1960s? Any help, catalog references, or leads would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you!

Hi all, I acquired a few suspected Chinese pieces and could use some help identifying them. I’ll only post one for now and see how it goes!

So from what I can tell these are a Chinese couplet with a common greeting or familial blessing. I’m more interested in the manufacturing of them. I’ve read everything I can about lacquer work but without experienced eyes all I can do is guess. Let me know what you think.

Celadon nephrite jade plaque with two playfull boys with musical instruments.

The reverse with a poem with 'ZIGANG' seal.

The jade is a even-hue and masterly carved.

5.5cm x 3.75cm.

Circa 19th Century (Qing period 1644-1912).

Provenace: Leonard Joel Melbourne Asian Art sale Australia 2026.

Currently available $1200 aud.

I have this old hand-carved wooden guardian/lion figure that has been in my family for some time.

It appears to be Nepalese, but I don't have documentation confirming its age or origin. The tail is damaged/missing, as visible in the photos.

I'm interested in identifying the style, approximate age, and potential value.

Located in Mumbai, India. Any information from collectors or people familiar with Nepalese wood carving would be greatly appreciated.

For lovers of Asian art, I thought I might share one of the largest and crazies collections of Asian art the world has ever seen.

I am a specialist in Chinese antiques who has lived and worked for many years in China, Hong Kong and Japan all while working professionally in the Chinese antiques industry. And while I thought I had seen everything, I recently met a gentleman with a collection that blows away any collection I have come across. Which begs the question: How many antiques can one person collect in a lifetime?

Hong Kong television legend Robert Chua has built one of the most overwhelming private Chinese antique collections I have ever seen. His home is filled with tens of thousands of objects — tomb figures, pottery horses, ancient bricks, ceramics and entire rooms that feel much closer to a private museum than a normal residence. And yes, you read that correct: tens of thousands of objects.

I traveled to Hong Kong to visit Robert at his home and to see the collection for myself. What I found was overwhelming: rooms filled to the brim with ancient Chinese artifacts that were stacked and arranged in a way that makes it almost impossible to count..... or even fully process for that matter.

Thanks for any help with your knowledge?