Christmas Special 2018 – Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018

Petites Surprises Catalogue no. 23

Galerie Michael Herrfurth Asian Art. Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Galerie Michael Herrfurth Asian Art.

Christmas Special 2018

Petites Surprises Catalogue no. 23 Offers are valid: 24 November 2018 - 31 January 2019

Galerie Michael Herrfurth Asian Art. Am Ruhrstein 44 45133 Essen Germany phone: + 49 (0) 176 38516147 gallery@opiumgewichte.com www.opiumgewichte.com VAT ID DE286505776 © 2018 text & photos Galerie Michael Herrfurth

Front cover: Karaweik 1 (bottom of the base), 20 tical (316 g) owners mark: flower with 5 petals (catalogue no. 30) Next pages: Scale, wood, brass, cattle bone, Yunnan / Golden th Triangle, early 20 century (catalogue no. 45) Toe 1A, 5 tical, 69 g, prior to 1600 excellent collector’s piece, very good condition (catalogue no. 4) Back cover: Lieutenant Joseph Moore (attr.), Shwedagon Pagoda Rangoon, First Anglo-Burmese War, watercolour painting, circa 1824 (catalogue no. 77)

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Galerie Michael Herrfurth Asian Art.

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Karaweik 1, 20 tical catalogue no. 29

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The Christmas Special 2018 Contents

object no.

Foreword Lion Weights

1 - 24

Bird Weights

25 - 40

Beyond the Standard

41 - 43

Opium Scales

44 - 45

Ethnic Silver Jewellery

46 - 63

Buddha Images

64 - 65

Beads

66 - 67

Bronze bells

68 - 70

Wood Carving

71

Sazigyo ribbons

72 - 76

Painting

77

Lacquerware

78

Books

79 - 81

Sources and further reading Price list for packaging and shipping Notice of revocation rights Terms and conditions

Please let us remind you that all prices are quoted first inclusive German VAT (19 %) and below without VAT for delivery outside the European Union (free of German VAT). Packaging, handling and shipping is not included.

Please pay attention to customs and tax regulations in your country.

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Toe 1C, 20 tical catalogue no. 7

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Foreword

Christmas Special 2018 - Petites Surprises What a surprise! There were not too many weights available on the German art market this year. But one piece seemed to be of special interest. Finally the 20 tical lion we found was an exciting masculine beast.

When we came across a famous market “somewhere” in Southeast Asia, a small collection of earliest lion weights of particular rarity and high quality luckily just appeared on that day. Now offered for sale here in the catalogue.

Later we got two unique Arakan weights (a lion and a bird) from different collections.

Another German collector was interested to sell a part of his collection. So we were able to acquire a few more beautiful pieces.

From a well-known London collection we purchased old silver works of ethnic groups of the Golden Triangle, which can be rarely found today in this quality and purity of silver, collected in the 70s and 80s of the 20th century, well documented in Paul and Elaine Lewis’ book.

So, finally we offer some exceptional objects of Asian arts and crafts, which - at least after closer examination - seem to be real surprises, even quite small in size.

For a limited time only (until 31 Jan 2019), we offer here a few art works and Burmese weights with a special Happy New Year’s discount.

If you are looking for a weight, which we not offer here in our current catalogue, please ask by email. We have a few more in stock. So probably your weight is already waiting here.

Please enjoy catalogue no. 23 and our “Petites Surprises 2018”.

Thanks so much for your very positive feedback I received by email and in person during my journeys through Asia.

Merry Christmas to all of you. Have a healthy start to a happy New Year 2019 and enjoy the Burmese weights.

Michael Herrfurth

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

1

Toe 1A with horse tail, 10 tical, prior to 1600

The old lion weight with the split beard and rare horse tail is made of a reddish brown bronze. Even if the surface is weathered, all the details, like decoration lines, beard, horns, ears are still well visible. There is a verification mark in front of the base, shown a symbolized lion in a square depression. weight: height:

10 tical (149 g) 46 mm / 1.81 in

price:

sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1A with lotus tail, prior to 1600

This T1A weight shows three verification marks, the original circular depression in front of the base, a 2nd circular mark front right and base right a 5- or 6-rayed star mark. The weight is heavily worn with traces of black coating. Only two decoration lines on the base and one on the chest are still visible. weight: height:

5 tical (69 g) 34 mm / 1.34 in

price:

sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1A with lotus tail, prior to 1600

This lion weight is a real treasure. It’s in great condition. Even worn with a smooth surface, all the decoration lines are well visible. The patina, shining through the black coating where worn off, is extraordinary. A wonderful, over 400 years old collector’s piece! weight: height:

5 tical (73 g) 34 mm / 1.34 in

price:

sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1A with lotus tail, prior to 1600

A great small lion with mouth appendage is sitting on an octagonal base. There is a large square depression in front of the base as verification mark. An additional cross below could be an owner’s mark. This rare old weight is in good condition with rich dark brown patina. reference:

Arts of Asia, Special Burma Issue, May – June 2013 Beauty and the beast, fig. 8 (T1A, 1 viss)

weight: height:

5 tical (69 g) 33 mm / 1.3 in

price:

sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1A with short horse tail, prior to 1600

This standing lion on a rectangular base shows a lovely spinach green patina with traces of black coating. Even well worn, a few decoration lines, horns, ears and the mouth appendage are still visible. weight: height:

5 tical (70 g) 35 mm / 1.38 in

price:

sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1A with lotus tail, prior to 1600

A sitting lion on a tall octagonal stepped base with a depression in front. The weight is in good condition with rich traces of black coating and attractive dark patina. The lion seems to wear a necklace with a bead in front of the chest (can be well seen on the photo below). weight: height:

5 tical (73 g) 34 mm / 1.34 in

price:

sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1A – Toe 1C, important transitional form, circa 1600

An extremely rare lion weight on a circular base. The weight is very detailed elaborated with unusual big elongated eyes, open mouth with detailed teeth, Vee-shaped mouth appendage and nose with nostrils. The polished testical are well visible. The base is well-shaped with horizontal decoration lines and a circumferential groove. The verification mark is a precise square depression in front of the base. Traces of red and black coating.

A collector’s treasure! weight:

20 tical (294 g)

price:

sold

height:

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54 mm / 2.13 in

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1C, extreme rare 50 tical weight, circa 1680

Herewith we offer the unique opportunity to add an extreme rare 50 tical (½ viss) weight to your T1C-set. With the typical handle shape, detailed decoration, open mouth with single teeth and the rod-shaped mouth appendage, our weight is in very good condition. Attractive silvery patina with a few traces of black lacquer.

A rare collector’s piece!

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base: verification mark: additional mark:

octagonal circular depression base front circle front right and 4-rayed star front left

weight: height:

½ viss / 50 tical (740 g) 76 mm / 2.99 in

reference:

Arts of Asia, Special Burma Issue, May – June 2013 Beauty and the beast, fig. 2 and 10 (T1C, 1 viss)

price:

sold

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Toe 1C, 20 tical, circa 1680

An extraordinary finely crafted T1C weight in nearly perfect condition. The rare octagonal stepped base shows a circumferential groove between horizontal lines. The first verification mark is a square depression, second a 6-rayed star base right. Great patina. weight: height:

20 tical (303 g) 54 mm / 2.13 in

price:

sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1C, 20 tical, circa 1680

Another T1C lion weight, slightly worn, but still in excellent condition considering age and use. The 1st verification mark is a circular depression base front, the 2nd mark is a 4-rayed star front left. The trefoil mouth appendage is detailed elaborated. The lion is sitting on a beautiful stepped octagonal base. weight: height:

20 tical (299 g) 55 mm / 2.17 in

price:

sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1C, 10 tical, circa 1680

Octagonal stepped base with square depression in front. The weight has a smooth surface with dark brown patina and traces of black coating. Slightly readjusted with lead it weighs now 146 g (nominal value 150 g). It’s just a beautiful T1C weight with Vee-shaped mouth appendage and horse tail. Good condition. weight: height:

10 tical (146 g) 43 mm / 1.69 in

price:

sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1C, 20 & 5 tical, circa 1680

Both weights are heavily worn from use over the centuries. The verification mark (square depression in front of the base) is still visible, also the trefoil mouth appendage. Decoration lines as well as eyes, ears, horns already disappeared or barely visible. Both are real market weights with a lot of wear, what gives them their own beauty. a) weight: price:

20 tical (283 g) sold

height:

52 mm / 2.05 in

b) weight: price:

5 tical (67 g) sold

height:

34 mm / 1.34 in

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Toe 2, 20 tical catalogue no. 13b)

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Toe 2, 10, 20, 10 tical, circa 1680

The Toe 2 (left) is in almost perfect condition with only most minor signs of wear. The mouth wide open, the lion shows every single tooth. There is a square depression as verification mark in front of the octagonal base. Also the wrathful 20 tical lion shows his large teeth. The weight has a smooth surface dark brownish patina and traces of black coating. The 10 tical lion (right) has a lovely worn surface, the extremities, as eyes, horns, ears are barely visible.

The weight is without damages, just with a perfect patina. a) weight: price:

10 tical (151 g) sold

height:

45 mm / 1.77 in

b) weight: price:

20 tical (292 g) sold

height:

57 mm / 2.24 in

c) weight: price:

10 tical (144 g) sold

height:

42 mm / 1.65 in

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1D, 20 tical, prior to 1776

Super rare in this great condition. Special base with the grooved profile, the three spikes of the tail are only slightly worn, eyes, ears, horns and beard in excellent condition. The 9rayed star on the octagonal base front right is well visible. weight:

20 tical (324 g)

price:

sold

height:

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62 mm / 2.44 in

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Toe 1D, 20 tical, prior to 1776

A Toe 1D weight with rare pronounced horns und big ears in remarkable good condition.

Excellent detailed design. Attractive golden brown bronze patina. Precise 9-rayed star mark on the octagonal base front right. weight:

20 tical (325 g)

price:

sold

height:

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66 mm / 2.6 in

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Toe 1D, 10 tical catalogue no. 16b) Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1D, 20, 10 tical, prior to 1776

Both weights are very worn, leaving a lot of character. The 20 tical tall, long-legged Toe 1D bears a deeply stamped precise 9-rayed star mark. The 10 tical weight is a “compact” guy with additional full lead adjustment, smooth surface and great patina. a) weight: price: b) weight: price:

20 tical (295 g) sold

height:

63 mm / 2.48 in

10 tical (154 g) height: 45 mm / 1.77 in 95,20 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 80 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1D, 20, 10, 5 tical, prior to 1776

20 tical weight readjusted with quite a lot of lead. Dark, partly greenish patina. The 10 tical weight is still in great condition. Only the tip of the upper tail spike with tiny chip. The 5 tical, long-legged, shows a lot of wear, leaving a smooth golden brown patina. a) weight: height: price:

20 tical (320 g) 59 mm / 2.32 in sold

b) weight: height: price:

10 tical (161 g) 51 mm / 2.01 in sold

c) weight: height: price:

5 tical (76 g) 38 mm / 1.5 in sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Toe 1B, T1C, group of 5 tical, circa 1640 / 1680

It’s a good chance to complete a set of T1B or T1C weights with the 5 tical missing piece.

The T1B weight has a 2nd mark on the octagonal stepped base front left (4 ray star). Apart from a vertical 7 mm cut to the chest it’s still in good worn condition with great patina and traces of black coating. Also the T1C in the centre bears a 2nd mark on the octagonal stepped base right (6 ray star). The lion weight is worn with almost black patina and a Veeshaped mouth appendage. The T1C right has a trefoil mouth appendage and a 2nd verification mark (4 ray star base front left) too. It shows remnants of black coating and a beautiful bronze patina, where worn. a) weight: price:

5 tical (75 g) sold

height:

36 mm / 1.42 in

b) weight: price:

5 tical (71 g) sold

height:

34 mm / 1.34 in

c) weight: price:

5 tical (76 g) sold

height:

34 mm / 1.34 in

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Chinthe 1, 20 tical catalogue no. 19c) Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Chinthe 1, 20 tical catalogue no. 19b)

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Chinthe 1, 20 tical, circa 1730

Three Chinthe 1 in different shape and condition. Left in excellent condition with perfect standard weight (326 g), centre worn with wonderful, almost black smooth patina and right a long-legged lion with a matching long neck and convex-shaped tail. All three weights with the 4 ray star on the octagonal base front right. a) weight: price:

20 tical (326 g) sold

height:

67 mm / 2.64 in

b) weight: price:

20 tical (312 g) sold

height:

64 mm / 2.52 in

c) weight: price:

20 tical (305 g) height: 67 mm / 2.64 in 196,35 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 165 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Chinthe 1, 5 tical, circa 1730

All three market weights are heavily worn, leaving a rich bronze patina. The weight left is readjusted with lead, filled the whole space between body and base and brings it almost back to the standard. Also the weight in the centre has been slightly readjusted with lead.

The 4-rayed-star in front right of the octagonal base is still visible on each weight. The trefoil mouth appendage of all three weights is worn, but still intact. a) weight: height: price: b) weight: height: price: c) weight: height: price:

5 tical (79 g) 39 mm / 1.54 in 47,60 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 40 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 5 tical (75 g) 40 mm / 1.57 in 47,60 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 40 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 5 tical (72 g) 39 mm / 1.54 in 47,60 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 40 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Chinthe 1, set of 20, 10 and 5 tical, circa 1730

It’s a nice set of Chinthe 1 with trefoil mouth appendage, slightly worn with rich smooth bronze patina. The weights are still in good condition with all signs of daily use over the centuries. The 4-rayed star mark front right of the octagonal base is still visible. All three weights, but especially the 20 and 10 tical pieces, show the hair decoration on the legs (symbolized by notches). a) weight: price: b) weight: price: c) weight: price:

20 tical (306 g) sold

height:

64 mm / 2.52 in

10 tical (154 g) height: 53 mm / 2.09 in 95,20 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 80 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 5 tical (79 g) sold

height:

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41 mm / 1.61 in

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Chinthe 2A, 20 tical catalogue no. 22c) Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Chinthe 2A, 20 and 10 tical, circa 1760

Here we offer three interesting C2A weights. Left with quite rare grooved base decoration and attractive patina. Centre an unusual tall 10 tical weight, worn, but readjusted with a lot of lead. The Chinthe right is decorated with 7 copper inlays left, right, chest front and eyes. a) weight: price:

20 tical (317 g) sold

height:

67 mm / 4.13 in

b) weight: price:

10 tical (153 g) sold

height:

56 mm / 4.13 in

c) weight: price:

20 tical (291 g) height: 65 mm / 4.13 in 119 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 100 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Chinthe 1 with lead, 10 tical catalogue no. 22b)

Chinthe 1, 20 tical catalogue no. 23a)

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Chinthe 2B, 20 tical, prior 1836

The C2B left with the special knobbed handle shows a great patina. The 9 ray star is still partly visible on the square base right. The weight in the centre bears a precise 9-rayed star mark (7 rays still visible). The weight right is very worn (weighs only 305 g), verification mark disappeared, but got an attractive dark, partly greenish patina. a) weight: height: price:

20 tical (318 g) 73 mm / 2.87 in sold

b) weight: height: price:

20 tical (318 g) 69 mm / 2.72 in upon request

c) weight: height: price:

20 tical (305 g) 70 mm / 2.76 in upon request

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Chinthe 2B, 10 tical catalogue no. 24c)

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Chinthe 2B, 10 tical, prior 1836

The weight left is worn (the handle has a crack near the tail but is not broken), the verification mark is not visible anymore. C2B centre is also worn, but all details are still intact. The mane is finely curved upwards. The weight right shows traces of black coating. The upper part of the 9 ray star is still visible. Rich dark brownish patina. a) weight: height: price: b) weight: height: price: c) weight: height: price:

10 tical (153 g) 54 mm / 2.13 in 71,40 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 60 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 10 tical (157 g) 54 mm / 2.13 in 71,40 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 60 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 10 tical (155 g) 55 mm / 2.17 in 83,30 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 70 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Hintha 2C, 20, 10, 5 tical, circa 1680 / 1730

A rare set of the so-called “Sleeping Ducks” from the Mon State. All three weights with beautiful dark shining patina and 6-rayed star mark on the octagonal base front right. 20 and 10 tical according to the “old” standard with 15 g/tical (therefore prior to 1700). 5 tical “new” standard (16,3 g/tical). a) weight: height: price:

20 tical (299 g) 53 mm / 2.09 in sold

b) weight: height: price:

10 tical (151 g) 42 mm / 1.65 in sold

c) weight: height: price:

5 tical (80 g) 34 mm / 1.34 in sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Hintha 2C, 20 tical, circa 1730

A pair of “Sleeping Ducks” from the Mon State. With all signs of daily use on the market over centuries, they got an attractive dark patina.

The verification mark (6-rayed star front right) on the octagonal base is well visible. Both weights are still in good condition. a) weight: height: price:

20 tical (315 g) 53 mm / 2.09 in sold

b) weight: height: price:

20 tical (320 g) 53 mm / 2.09 in sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Hintha 1C, 20, 10, 5, 2 tical, circa 1760

A beautiful set of Hintha 1C weights with rich dark patina. All 4 weights bear the 9-rayed star mark (2 tical weight under the base). 20 to 5 tical with food, 2 tical weight without (as usual).

All four weights with wear and tear, but in good condition overall. reference:

Arts of Asia, Special Burma Issue, May - June 2013 Beauty and the beast, fig. 13 (H1C, set of 20,10, 5, 2 tical)

a) weight: price:

20 tical (311 g) sold

height:

61 mm / 2.4 in

b) weight: price:

10 tical (159 g) sold

height:

51 mm / 2.01 in

c) weight: price:

5 tical (79 g) sold

height:

40 mm / 1.57 in

d) weight: price:

2 tical (31 g) sold

height:

28 mm / 1.1 in

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Karaweik 1, 20 tical, special shape, circa 1820

Rare Karaweik shape. Remarkable crest. The two (instead 3) head knobs bent backwards.

Two rows of neck feathers and three peaks on the upwards curved tail.

Excellent condition. Dark shining patina. Octagonal base with a ring of vertical notches above two horizontal lines.

The bottom of the base shows the 9 fields raster image for astrological fortune telling.

Fine bird mark, base front right.

Collector’s piece! reference:

Arts of Asia, Special Burma Issue, May – June 2013 Beauty and the beast, fig. 21 (right, K1, 20 tical)

weight: height:

20 tical (315 g) 67 mm / 2.64 in

price:

sold

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Karaweik 1, 20 tical, circa 1820

A Karaweik weight with a distinctive, clear form, two rows of neck feathers, the lower one of striking size. Reddish brown copper-bronze. Bird mark on the octagonal base front right.

Upwards curled tail. Slightly worn with a tiny cut on the base right, but good condition overall. weight:

20 tical (314 g)

price:

sold

height:

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67 mm / 4.13 in

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Karaweik 1, circa 1820

Karaweik 1, worn from daily use on the market over the decades. Three rows of neck feathers. Ring of notches and two horizontal lines around the upper part of the base. Symbolized bird mark on the octagonal base front right.

Remarkable is the owner’s mark at the bottom of the base, a beautiful 5 petals “golden flower” (please see the front cover of the catalogue). weight:

20 tical (319 g)

price:

sold

height:

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67 mm / 4.13 in

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Karaweik 1, 10 tical, circa 1820

Three Karaweik weights in various degree of wear and tear (see the ascending weight from left to right: 147 to 159 g), but with wonderful smooth shining surface and amazing dark patina. Only the Karaweik right has been readjusted with lead between body and base, barely showing the bird sign front right. The two weights left and centre are strongly worn, so the verification mark vanished already. The notches and decoration lines on the base are almost worn off. a) weight: height: price: b) weight: height: price: c) weight: height: price:

10 tical (147 g) 51 mm / 2.01 in 83,30 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 70 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 10 tical (150 g) 54 mm / 2.13 in 83,30 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 70 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 10 tical (159 g) 54 mm / 2.13 in 83,30 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 70 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Hintha 3A1, set of 50, 20, 10, 5 tical, circa 1820

A typical set of Hintha 3A1 weights with the double row of neck feathers in different condition. a) weight: price: b) weight: price: c) weight: price: d) weight: price:

50 tical (772 g) height: 87 mm / 3.42 in 297,50 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 250 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 20 tical (323 g) height: 63 mm / 2.48 in 89,25 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 70 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 10 tical (146 g) height: 46 mm / 1.81 in 71,40 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 60 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 5 tical (78 g) height: 39 mm / 1.54 in 47,60 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 40 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Christmas Special 2018 Petites Surprises - Catalogue no. 23

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Hintha 3A2, 20 tical, circa 1820

An extraordinary fine crafted Hintha 3A2. It’s our first Hintha weight with this pronounced knobbed base decoration. Also the neck feathers deviate from the standard. Detailed elaborated it bears the bird sign, as it should be. Rich dark patina, excellent condition.

A rare collector’s piece! weight: height:

20 tical (328 g) 66 mm / 2.6 in

price:

sold

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Hintha 3B, 100 tical, prior to 1868

Beautiful smooth surface, rich patina, short beak, base hexagonal to circular, carved-out wing extension behind the main wing (please compare with the other H3-weights, where the extended wing is only hinted as decoration or simply nonexistent). Very worn with loss of material. weight: height:

1 viss / 100 tical (1.494 g) 109 mm / 4.29 in

price:

sold

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Hintha 3B, 50, 20, 10, 5 tical, prior to 1868

Nice set of H3B market weights, still finely crafted during the Konbaung dynasty. Worn, but in good condition compared to the later brass weights. The four weights bear a ring of notches around the hexagonal base. The extended wing is hinted by decoration. a) weight: price: b) weight: price: c) weight: price: d) weight: price:

50 tical (787 g) sold

height:

85 mm / 3.35 in

20 tical (308 g) height: 65 mm / 2.56 in 83,30 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 70 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 10 tical (156 g) height: 52 mm / 2.05 in 47,60 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 40 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 5 tical (78 g) height: 41 mm / 1.61 in 35,70 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 30 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Hintha 3B, 50 tical catalogue no. 37a)

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Hintha 3A2, 10 & 20 tical catalogue no. 36b) & 36c)

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Hintha 3A2, 20,10,10, 20 tical, circa 1820

A group of Hintha weights of the early Konbaung Dynasty, differ fairly clear from the later, more compact H3-weights (please see the previous double page to compare). With the elongated body, a distinctive acute angle between neck and body as well as the bird mark, they seem to resemble the Karaweik 1 weights.

On the hexagonal base of the weights b), c) and d) the bird mark is still visible (front right). Weight c) with rich traces of black coating. Although worn, they show a remarkable good patina. a) weight: price: b) weight: price: c) weight: price: d) weight: price:

20 tical (302 g) height: 69 mm / 2.72 in 77,35 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 65 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 10 tical (158 g) height: 54 mm / 2.13 in 47,60 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 40 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 10 tical (155 g) height: 53 mm / 2.09 in 53,55 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 45 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 20 tical (312 g) height: 66 mm / 2.6 in 77,35 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 65 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Hintha 3B, 50,20,10, 5 tical, prior to 1868

The 50 tical weight has been finely and detailed crafted. The protruding eyes of the 50, 20 and 10 tical weights show eyelids, the 50 tical weights traces of black coating on the handle. The 5 tical weight is almost completely covered with black lacquer, where worn, shining golden bronze appears. a) weight: 50 tical (800 g) height: 89 mm / 3.5 in price: sold b) weight: price: c) weight: price: d) weight: price:

20 tical (326 g) height: 66 mm / 2.6 in 89,25 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 75 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 10 tical (163 g) height: 53 mm / 2.09 in 47,60 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 40 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union) 5 tical (74 g) height: 42 mm / 1.65 in 47,60 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 40 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Hintha 4D, 20 tical, Shan States, late 19th century

A Hintha 4D weight in extraordinary rare distinctive shape. The long upwards curved tail nearly reaches the same height as the massive crest. Almost the whole weight is still covered with black lacquer. Only the extremities worn off from daily use over the decades, leaving the shining metal surface.

The octagonal base shows a finely crafted horizontal multiline decoration. A bird mark can be seen on the hexagonal base front right, slightly faded from use. weight: height:

20 tical (327 g) 70 mm / 2.76 in

price:

sold

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Hintha 4D, 20 tical, late 19th / early 20th century

It’s an interesting couple of Hintha 4D weights to compare. H4D left is made of bronze, probably late 19th century, right made of brass, early 20th century. The bronze weight, even a few decades older, is in almost perfect condition, only slight wear to the extremities. The brass weight right is heavily worn with loss of material, what results in a lower weight (312 g). The bronze weight shows the multiline decoration around the base with the outline of a bird front right, the base decoration of the brass weight is worn off, only barely visible on the base back right with traces of two dotted lines. reference: Donald and Joan Gear, An ancient bird-shaped weight system from Lan Na and Burma, Silkworm Books 2000, plate 8 a) weight: 20 tical (323 g) height: 70 mm / 2.76 in price: sold b) weight: price:

20 tical (312 g) sold

height:

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70 mm / 2.76 in

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Hintha 4 standard forms, 10 tical, Shan States, late 19th century

It’s a beautiful group of most attractive Shan birds, all with the 6-rayed or 6-dotted star on the hexagonal base front right and minor signs of wear, nice detailed decoration and one, two or three head knobs. The weight right (3 head knobs) has some small chips on the edge of the tail. Apart from this, all weights are in good condition with attractive patina. reference:

Arts of Asia, Special Burma Issue, May – June 2013 Beauty and the beast, fig. 23 (A group of Shan bird weights.)

a) weight: price:

10 tical (157 g) upon request

height:

53 mm / 2.09 in

b) weight: price:

10 tical (160 g) upon request

height:

54 mm / 2.13 in

c) weight: price:

10 tical (159 g) upon request

height:

53 mm / 2.09 in

d) weight: price:

10 tical (158 g) sold

height:

52 mm / 2.05 in

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Arakan, Toe 1D, 10 tical, circa 1760

A very detailed Arakan Toe weight resembles a Burmese Toe 1D. The lion shows rich remnants of black lacquer and a smooth, golden brown patina, tall base, bead necklace, mouth open wide. The typical T1D beard has been engraved as line decoration. Octagonal multistepped base. Worn, but good condition overall.

Unique collector’s piece! weight:

10 tical (159 g)

price:

sold

height:

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55 mm / 2.17 in

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Arakan, Hintha H3B (?), 5 tical, circa 1850

Even with strange shape, the Hintha bird is elaborated detailed.

The weight has been original covered with thick red lacquer, which partly remained. The circular base is unusual flat. The tail is curved upwards with fine feather decoration.

Rich dark, partly shining bronze patina. A rare special weight, due to the protruding eyes and the shape of the neck feathers the shape resembles to the H3B standard form. weight: height:

5 tical (74 g) 39 mm / 1.54 in

price:

sold

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Turtle on flat pumpkin base, circa 10 tical

A rare, detailed elaborated turtle figurine on flat pumpkin base with a fries of vertical notches.

Extremities worn, leaving the shining bronze. Rich remnants of red coating / pigments.

The centre of the turtle’s shell is slightly damaged. Apart from that, very good condition. weight: height: diameter:

circa 10 tical (172 g) 28 mm / 1.1 in 41 mm / 1.61 in

price:

sold

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Antique opium scale with single pan in a violin-shaped wooden cover, Southern China / Golden Triangle, early 20th century

A beautiful worn opium scale in a wooden cover with beam, made of cattle bone, single copper or brass pan and the original counter weight. The scale must be in use for decades with a special value for the owner, because the cover was repaired with black lacquer. A leather band is used to lock the scale.

Worn, with a few damages and repairs. The beautiful patina on the wood gives an impression of the age. length: width:

355 mm / 13.98 in 90 mm / 3.54 in

price:

sold

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Antique opium scale with single pan in a violin-shaped wooden cover, Southern China / Golden Triangle, early 20th century

A beautiful worn opium scale in a wooden violin-shaped cover with beam, made of cattle bone, single copper or brass pan and the original counter weight.

A braided wicker ring is used to lock the scale.

Worn, with a crack on the case. Beautiful patina. length: width:

330 mm / 12.99 in 86 mm / 3.39 in

price:

95,20 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 80 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

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Antique flat silver bracelet with engraved design, Lahu / Akha / Lisu, Golden Triangle, early 20th century

A larger band bracelet with discreet engraved design. Solid silver. Inside a few old chipping, only to the inner silver layer, caused by expanding the bracelet. Otherwise good worn condition. weight: 85 g diameter: 61 mm / 2.4 in width: 37 mm / 1.46 in provenance: Private collection, London reference: Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, pp. 38, 39 price: sold

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Antique flat silver bracelet, plain, Lahu / Akha / Lisu, Golden Triangle, early 20th century

A beautiful plain silver bracelet in very good condition. Worn with smooth edges. weight: diameter: provenance: reference:

54 g 52 mm / 2.05 in width: 29 mm / 1.14 in Private collection, London Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, pp. 38, 39

price:

sold

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Antique silver bracelet with engraved design, Lahu / Akha / Lisu, Golden Triangle, early 20th century

A children’s size (!) silver bracelet, completely covered with ornamental and floral design.

Worn, but very good condition. weight: diameter: provenance: reference:

33 g 47 mm / 1.85 in width: 19 mm / 0.75 in Private collection, London Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, pp. 38, 39

price:

sold

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Antique dragon head Shaman bracelet, solid silver, Lahu / Akha / Lisu, Golden Triangle, late 19th / early 20th century

Shaman dragon head bracelets were worn by Lahu, Akha and Lisu men of the Golden triangle. These antique bracelets are made of solid, high grade silver. Smooth surface. Excellent condition. weight: max. diameter:

95 g 79 mm / 3.11 in

reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, page 41

provenance:

Private collection, London. Acquired in the late 1970s / early 1980s in Laos.

price:

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A pair of twisted bracelets, solid silver, Lahu / Akha, Golden Triangle, early 20th century

A pair of beautiful worn solid silver bracelets, slightly differ in weight and size. Smooth surface, good condition. weight: diameter:

118 g (pair) 105 mm / 4.13 in

reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, page 46 (bottom right)

provenance:

Private collection, London. Acquired in the 1970s / 1980s in Laos.

price:

sold

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Large hollow torque, Hmong / Mien, Golden Triangle, early 20th century

This large heavy neck ring is made of high grade silver by the Hmong, mainly worn by the Hmong and Mien, and sometimes by Akha. The two bent ends decorated at front side as bird heads with incised eyes, feathers and distinct beak. The other side is plain. weight:

190 g

max. inner diameter: 170 mm / 6.69 in max. tube diameter: 12 mm / 0.47 in reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, page 56

provenance:

Private collection, London. Acquired in the 1970s / 1980s in Laos.

price:

sold

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Solid silver neck ring, Hmong, Mien, Lahu and Akha, Golden Triangle, 20th century

This traditional medium size neck ring is worn by the Hmong, Mien, Lahu and Akha. Made by the Hmong of Sterling silver, hallmarked “925”. weight: 50 g diameter: 160 mm / 6.3 in max. band diameter: 16 mm / 0.63 in reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, page 51

price:

sold

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Small hollow torque for children, Hmong and Mien, Golden Triangle, early 20th century

A hollow single silver neck ring, made of high grade silver. Here we offer a neck ring for children, as displayed in the below mentioned reference book (page 31). Apart from a few small dents the torque is in very good condition. weight: 66 g inner diameter: 80 mm / 3.15 in max. ring diameter: 20 mm / 0.79 in reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, pp. 31, 56

provenance:

Private collection, London. Acquired in the 1970s / 1980s in Laos.

price:

upon request

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Flat plain silver neck ring, Akha, Golden Triangle, late 19th / early 20th century

Flat plain neck bands are worn by Akha woman of the Golden Triangle. This neck band is worn with some scratches, but in good condition overall. weight: inner diameter: max. band width:

48 g 110 mm / 4.33 in 26 mm / 1.02 in

reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, page 48

provenance:

Private collection, London. Acquired in the 1970s / 1980s in Laos.

price:

sold

(inclusive custom-made stand)

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Solid silver bracelet or anklet, Wa / Lawa people, Golden Triangle, 20th century

This expandable heavy bracelet / anklet is quite a big piece with a diameter of 80 mm and a max. band diameter of 10 mm. Therefore it can be assumed that it was rather used as a anklet than a bracelet.

It is hallmarked “925” (Sterling Silver). weight: diameter:

92 g 80 mm / 3.15 in

reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, page 42

price:

sold

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Antique large silver hair pin, Hmong, Laos, late 19th century

The wooden core is covered with silver sheet, rich decorated with silver filigree work. On the top a small container with the original silver lid, connected with the hair pin by a chain. The container used to be filled with opium and herbal fragrances.

This hair pin is an antique piece with dents and cracks in the silver sheet along the wooden shaft. There are still new hair pins in perfect condition available, but original antique pieces are rare to find, especially in this large size. weight: length: width top:

86 g 270 mm / 10.6 in 30 x 30 mm / 1.18 x 1.18 in

price:

upon request

(inclusive custom made stand)

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Fine rare Silver Tobacco Pipe from the Golden Triangle, Lawa people, Burma / Laos / Siam, early 20th century

Antique curved silver pipe with beautiful elaborated silver band and wire decoration.

Made of high grade silver. Used, worn, but good condition overall. Bottom of the bowl sealed with French silver coin (10 centimes Indo-Chine Française, seated Liberty, silver purity 0,900, dated 1907). Stand for display included. Original acquired as a pair. One sold already. weight: length: max. diameter of the bowl:

66 g 185 mm / 7.28 in

reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, page 66

price:

sold

28 mm / 1.1 in

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Betel knife, silver hilt, iron blade, Laos, late 19th / early 20th century

The blade is made of iron and completely rusty. The wooden hilt is covered with repoussé silver sheet. The hilt is worn with dents and small defects from daily use over the decades.

The metal plate, where the blade is usually inserted into the hilt is missing. Otherwise it has a beautiful traditional design with floral and ornamental patterns.

A good and quite rare example of Betel paraphernalia. Will be delivered without stand. weight: length:

46 g 175 mm / 6.89 in

price:

sold

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Large silver buckle with pumpkin beads necklace, Lahu, Akha, Lisu tribes, Golden Triangle, late 19th / early 20th century

Fine elaborated silver button with particularly distinct flower petals. Rich traditional decoration. Necklace with 40 dark green pumpkin beads (circa 11 x 9 mm each). Even worn with a few small cracks, the button is a beautiful antique artefact from the Golden Triangle. diameter button:

103 mm / 4.05 in

reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, pp. 36, 37

provenance:

Private collection, London. Acquired in the 1970s / 1980s in Laos.

price:

upon request

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Silver Button, Lahu, Akha, Lisu tribes, Golden Triangle, early 20th century

Silver buckle, mainly used to fasten jackets or tunics. Traditional pattern. With a few signs of use, good condition overall. weight: diameter button:

39 g 80 mm / 3.15 in

reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, pp. 36, 37

provenance:

Private collection, London. Acquired in the 1970s / 1980s in Laos.

price:

sold

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Three pairs of silver earrings, Hmong, Laos and Golden Triangle, 20th century

Hook-shaped silver earrings worn by Hmong woman. Here we offer a group of three pairs.

The arrow-shaped earrings (right) are made of silver alloy. One of them has a small crack in the hook. The other two pairs are of high grade silver. Both in good condition with natural patina. weight: length:

33 g (6 earrings) 44 to 49 mm / 1.73 to 1.93 in

reference:

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle, Thames and Hudson, London 1984, page 60

price:

166,60 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 140 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

If interested, please ask for a single pair.

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Solid silver lime box (hton bu), high grade silver, Shan, Burma, late 19th century

A beautiful old high grade silver lime box. Traditional floral pattern on the top of the lid. Symbolized flower as maker’s or owner’s mark on the bottom. Traces of lime. Good condition. weight: length: height: width:

102 g 65 mm / 2.56 in 52 mm / 2.05 in 32 mm / 1.26 in

price:

sold

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Large lime box (hton bu), brass, Shan, Burma, 19th century (Konbaung Dynasty)

An excellent decorated early Shan lime box from the mid-19th century, consisting three parts (box, lid and inner tray), all in good worn condition. The lid has two small holes on the top front and back. The design of the lower rim of the box follows the lacquerware design.

Additional copper ring as a lower rim of the lid. weight: length: height: width:

140 g 78 mm / 3.07 in 57 mm / 2.24 in 51 mm / 2.01 in

price:

sold

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Seated Buddha, bronze, Shan, Tai Yai, Burma (Myanmar), probably 20th century

Seated Tai Yai Buddha in lotus position with the right hand touching the earth.

Elegant presence, slim, tall body.

As usual for Shan Buddha images, the nose is sharply pointed with wide nostrils.

Back of the base with inscription in Shan language. height: width (base front): weight:

253 mm / 9.96 in 134 mm / 5.28 in 1,5 kg

Reference: Myanmar Buddha, The Image and its History, Somkiart Lopetcharat, Siam International Book Company Ltd., 2007, P. 300, P. 301, P. 312 price:

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Antique Seated Buddha, gilded and lacquered wood, early Laos

Seated Buddha in lotus position with the right hand touching the earth. Long arms, elongated torso and head. Large regularly arranged hair curls, some are broken off and lost. The wooden image is lacquered and richly gilded. The radiance in the early simple shape of a stylized lotus bud.

Cracks to the lacquer, lower part of both earlobes are chipped, base lost. Despite the damages, still a collectible and rare piece of Lao art. height: width: weight:

315 mm / 12.4 in 145 mm / 5.71 in 0,66 kg

Reference:

Lao Buddha, The Image and its History, Somkiart Lopetcharat, Siam International Book Company Ltd., 2000, p. 110,131 & 120

price:

sold

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Big-size multicolour glass and clay beads, trade wind beads, Pyu, Burma (Myanmar)

1 strand with approx. 100 rare big-size multicolour beads size of the beads: length:

5 - 20 mm diameter about 630 mm / 24.8 in

age:

prior to 9th century (Pyu, Pre-Pagan period)

condition:

fine, attractive multi-coloured beads in excellent condition

references:

Elizabeth H. Moore "EARLY LANDSCAPES OF MYANMAR" River Books Co. Ltd., Bangkok, 2007, please see p. 221 and especially p. 231 (Than Swe collection)

price:

sold

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Multicolour glass and clay beads, trade wind beads, Pyu, Burma (Myanmar)

5 strands, each strand with approx. 175 small multicolour beads size of the beads: length:

2 - 17 mm diameter about 600 mm / 23.6 in

age:

prior to 9th century (Pyu, Pre-Pagan period)

condition:

fine, attractive multi-coloured beads in excellent condition

references:

Elizabeth H. Moore "EARLY LANDSCAPES OF MYANMAR" River Books Co. Ltd., Bangkok, 2007, please see p. 221 and especially p. 231 (Than Swe collection)

price:

sold

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Set of Burmese bronze buffalo bells, circa 1st half of the 20th century

Traditional Burmese buffalo bells with geometric decoration around the base. All the bells with wear and tear from use over the decades. The big bell measures 91 mm width and 58 mm height and still bears a clapper. The dimensions of the smallest bell is 44 mm (width) and 27 mm (height). The four smaller bells come without clapper. The set of bells is offered with custom made stand.

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We offer the bells as a set, but if there is interest in only one bell, please ask for the price of a single piece. price for the set of 5 bells:

sold

(inclusive custom-made stand)

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Small temple bell with clapper, solid bronze, Burma (left)

Lovely small temple bell, quite heavy for its size. Beautiful flower decoration on the upper rim. dimensions: weight:

63 x 41 mm / 2.48 x 1.61 in 147 g

price:

sold

Inclusive custom-made stand.

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Small temple bell with clapper, bronze, Burma (right)

dimensions: weight:

60 x 45 mm / 2.36 x 1.77 in 144 g

price:

47,60 Euro (incl. 19 % VAT plus packaging and shipping) 40 Euro (VAT free for delivery outside European Union)

Inclusive custom-made stand.

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Finely carved wooden hilt of a traditional Burmese rice sickle, early 20th century

The beautiful carved handle depicts a duck arising from a fish’s mouth, following the wood grain. For rust prevention, the iron ring is covered with black lacquer. Well worn, smooth surface, good condition. length: height:

170 mm / 6.69 in 95 mm / 3.74 in

price:

sold

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Sazigyo binding ribbon for Buddhist manuscripts, Burma, 19th century

Indigo blue with red colour in the selvage.

Large script.

Good condition with three minor damages to the upper edge. length: width:

3950 mm / 155.5 in 32 mm / 1.26 in

reference:

Ralph Isaacs, Woven Miniatures of Buddhist Art, sazigyo, Burmese Manuscript Binding Tapes, Silkworm Books 2014

price:

sold

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Sazigyo binding ribbon for Buddhist manuscripts, Burma, early 20th century

Rare bright orange/yellow colour with 4 lines in turquoise.

Beautiful design, without script.

Excellent condition. length: width:

3900 mm / 153.5 in 20 mm / 0.79 in

reference:

Ralph Isaacs, Woven Miniatures of Buddhist Art, sazigyo, Burmese Manuscript Binding Tapes, Silkworm Books 2014

price:

sold

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Sazigyo binding ribbon for Buddhist manuscripts, Burma, dated 1907

A multicolour Sazigyo, dated 1269, with cumulative and final verse count: “92 pada verses” with the initial invocation between two fishes (“Zeyatu” - May this donation meet with success).

Rich decoration. Rare perfect condition. length: width:

5300 mm / 208.7 in 14 mm / 0.55 in

reference:

Ralph Isaacs, Woven Miniatures of Buddhist Art, sazigyo, Burmese Manuscript Binding Tapes, Silkworm Books 2014

price:

sold

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Sazigyo binding ribbon for Buddhist manuscripts, Burma, early 20th century

A slightly faded rare green Sazigyo with red colour in the selvage and the initial invocation in a reserve “Zeyatu” (May this donation meet with success.).

Good condition. length: width:

4820 mm / 189.8 in 19 mm / 0.75 in

reference:

Ralph Isaacs, Woven Miniatures of Buddhist Art, sazigyo, Burmese Manuscript Binding Tapes, Silkworm Books 2014

price:

sold

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Sazigyo binding ribbon for Buddhist manuscripts, Burma, dated 1917

A multicolour Sazigyo, dated 1279, with cumulative and final verse count: “60 pada verses”, rich decoration, excellent condition. length: width:

4970 mm / 194.7 in 15 mm / 0.59 in

reference:

Ralph Isaacs, Woven Miniatures of Buddhist Art, sazigyo, Burmese Manuscript Binding Tapes, Silkworm Books 2014

price:

sold

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Watercolour painting, Great Dagon Pagoda (Shwedagon) in the centre, in the foreground view of a battle between Burmese and British Army, Lieutenant Joseph Moore (attributed), circa 1824

Lieutenant Joseph Moore - serving with the 89th Regiment in Burma during the first AngloBurmese war between 1824 and 1826 - documented his war time by drawings.

Later a few of the drawings were turned into 18 famous prints by George Hunt, published by Thomas Clay, London 1825/1826.

Probably this quick watercolour painting, not realized as one of the 18 aquatints, was one of its original sources from 1824. Anyway it's a good reference of history and a nice piece of art.

Glued to the passe-partout, which was damaged (not visible when framed), while someone tried to remove the painting. The painting itself is in good condition with some foxing, please see also back cover of the catalogue. Framed in black wooden frame. dimensions:

347 x 300 mm / 13.66 x 11.81 in (l x w, frame size) 170 x 120 mm / 6.69 x 4.72 in (l x w, visible size of painting)

reference:

Lieutenant Joseph Moore, Eighteen Views Taken at & near Rangoon.

Rangoon Views, and Combined Operations in the Birman Empire.

(British Museum Collection online)

price:

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Extraordinary rare lacquer box for precious clothes, Mandalay, Burma before 1900 (probably around 1850)

An extreme rare lacquer box, usually commissioned by high officials of the court or noble people to store precious clothes. Made of wood, woven bamboo and lacquer.

The box is incised with extremely fine and densely yun decoration of nobles, horsemen, chariots, parrots, other animals, trees and flowers in orange to red with green, inside red lacquer. With one inner tray.

Large crack on the lid, chipped on the edges, a few imperfection, otherwise good condition (U Than Htun: “… it is unlike that anyone will find such a box in good condition.”). dimensions:

395 x 550 x 345 mm / 15.55 x 21.65 x 13.58 in (h x l x w)

reference:

U Than Htun (Dedaye), Lacquerware Journeys, River Books 2013, fig. 197, 198, 199, 367 Ralph Isaacs and T. Richard Blurton, Art Media Resources 2000, fig. 24

provenance:

German art market

price:

upon request

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picture with enhanced visual contrast

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Arts of Asia, Vol. 43 No. 3, May - June 2013

Michael Herrfurth and Hartmut Mollat, Beauty and the Beast – Animal-shaped Weights of Burma condition: new price: 23 Euro (incl. 7 % VAT plus packaging and shipping)

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Arts of Asia, Vol. 12 No. 1, January - February 1982

Sylvia Fraser-Lu, Burmese “Opium” Weights condition: used but good price: 43 Euro (incl. 7 % VAT plus packaging and shipping)

81

Paul and Elaine Lewis, Peoples of the Golden Triangle

Thames and Hudson, London 1984 condition: used but good price: 45 Euro (incl. 7 % VAT plus packaging and shipping)

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Sources and recommended further readings: Michael Herrfurth and Hartmut Mollat Beauty and the Beast – Animal-shaped Weights of Burma Arts of Asia, Vol. 43 No. 3, May – June 2013 U Than Htun (Dedaye) Lacquerware Journeys River Books 2013 Hartmut Mollat A Model Chronology of the Animal Weights of Burma (Myanmar) Anthropos 104 / 2009, 533-542, 2009 Ralph Isaacs and T. Richard Blurton Vision from the Golden Land British Museum Press 2000 Paul and Elain Lewis Peoples of the Golden Triangle

Thames and Hudson, London 1984 Rolf und Ilse Braun Opiumgewichte Opium Weights Poids d'Asie Pfälzische Verlagsanstalt, Landau, 1983

Packing and shipping

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Galerie Michael Herrfurth Asian Art.

www.opiumgewichte.com Am Ruhrstein 44 45133 Essen (Germany) phone: +49 (0) 176 385 16147 email: gallery@opiumgewichte.com