Chinese export turquoise blue porcelain lamp circa 1910. Five-toed dragon medallions and auspicious symbols in relief. Modern wiring. The vase and wooden pedestal mount measure 11 inches high; overall height to the finial top is 25 inches. Excellent condition.

Antique Buddhist clacking staff. Tibet, 19th century. The "clacking staff" used in Tibetan Buddhism is known as a Khakkhara (in Sanskrit) or Khar Sil (in Tibetan). Preventing Harm: The rhythmic clacking historically served to alert small animals, insects, and snakes of the monk's presence, allowing them to flee and preventing the monk from accidentally stepping on them. Announcing Alms: Because Buddhist monks take vows of silence while begging, the clacking sound was used to alert households and villagers that a monk was nearby to receive food or offerings. Length 34 inches.

19thc Chinese hand carved panel with birds. Gilt over lacquer red. Measures 11 inches wide by 9.5 inches high by 1.5 inches deep

Chinese export porcelain bowl with cut corners and "orange peal" surface. Circa 1760-80.Measures 10" x 9.5" x 5" high. No chips or repairs.

19th century mandarin duck wood carving in original black lacquer finish. Hand carved from solid block of wood. Mandarin ducks are a symbol of love, fidelity and wedded bliss in Asian (particularly Chinese) as they are believed to mate for life. Measures 13.5" long x 8" wide x 9" high.