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First published in 1934, Reginald F. Johnston's Twilight in the Forbidden City is the classic insider’s account of life in the Chinese imperial cou...

Here we have on offer a very interesting vintage Chinese plate carrier - also known as a wedding or ceremonial banquet set, which includes 12 carve...

A fascinating unpublished typescript journal of an 1839 voyage undertaken by Agnes Paterson from Scotland (nee Aird, 1809-1893). An introductory No...

A very attractive exhibition catalogue, profusely illustrated in colour. Showcasing over 30 ancient bronzes from the Shanghai Museum's collection, ...

Copiously illustrated guide to the Robert P. Youngman collection of Chinese jades, presenting some 200 carvings. The catalogue is split into 3 sect...

Chinese Lacquered wooden Wash Bowl / Planter / Standing Bowl. Late 19th or early 20th Century. This striking lacquerware 'bowl' is constructed from...

A New Account of the East Indies, by Alexander Hamilton. With Numerous Maps and Illustrations. Now Edited with Introduction and Notes by Sir Willia...

Chinese Jade Throughout the Ages; A review of its characteristics, decoration, folklore and symbolism, by Stanley Charles Nott. With an Introductio...

From Emperor to Citizen; The Autobiography of Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi, 2 Volume set, complete. Published by Foreign Languages Press, Beijing. Third print...

History and Civilization of China, by Theodore Karzis. Provenance; from the library of the late William St Clair (1937 - 2021), British historian, ...

Old Thai Woodcarved Statue, Chinese figure, 38cm high, TWCF02. This beautiful Thai carving, from Northern Thailand, depicts a young Chinese girl, i...

Old Thai Woodcarved Statue, Chinese figure, 38cm high, TWCF03. This beautiful Thai carving, from Northern Thailand, depicts a young Chinese girl, i...

Old Thai Woodcarved Statue, Chinese figure, TWCF01. This beautiful Thai carving, from Northern Thailand, depicts a young Chinese boy, in seated pos...

Geschichte der Basler Mission, 1815-1899, mit vier Kartenstizzen, by Paul Eppler (History of the Basel Mission with four map sketches). Published b...

The Sphere; An Illustrated Newspaper for the Home, Vol. 2, July 7-Sept 29, 1900 and Vol. 3 Oct 6-Dec 29 1900. A bound set of 6 months of The Sphere...

The Sphere; An Illustrated Newspaper for the Home, Vol. I, Jan 27-June 30, 1900. A bound set of 6 months of The Sphere magazine in a typical librar...

Chinese Pictorial Art; Illustrated by Coloured and Collotyped Reproductions from the Author's Collection with descriptions and Notes on the History...

Vintage Original Chinese Cultural Revolution Poster, 1975, Fresh Breeze in the Shop. This is an original poster from the Chairman Mao era, and not ...

Vintage Original Chinese Cultural Revolution Poster, 1970s, Heart to Heart Talk 86-679. This is an original poster from the Chairman Mao era, and n...

Vintage Original Chinese Cultural Revolution Poster, 1975, Spring Rain, 86-664. This is an original poster from the Chairman Mao era, and not a rep...

Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty porcelain bowl, 14.5cm diameter. Provenance: Private Scottish collection. Condition is  good - 2 chips to rim and pock...

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty porcelain bowl, 13cm diameter. Provenance: Private Scottish collection. Condition is very good - one small chip to the...

Catalogue of the Sassoon Chinese Ivories, Prospectus. 1950. This is the pre-sale prospectus, advertising the publication of: Catalog...

Treasures from Shanghai; Ancient Bronzes and Jades. Edited by Jessica Rawson. Published by The British Museum Press and the Shanghai Museu...