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Fadjar Sidik: Expressive Design
Art Agenda
Fadjar Sidik: Expressive Design is a focused exploration of the life and art of Indonesian modernist Fadjar Sidik, known for his bold abstractions and geometric visual language. This volume examines Sidik’s pioneering role in shaping Indonesian modern art through his philosophy of “expressive design,” where form and emotion intersect. Highlighting his commitment to cultural identity, innovation, and education, the book offers valuable insights into how Sidik fused local tradition with international modernism—making him a central figure in Southeast Asian art history.
Conversations on Nena Saguil
Cid Reyes/ Nick DeOcampo / Emmanuel Torres
Conversation on Nena Saguil brings together Cid Reyes, Nick Deocampo, and Emmanuel Torres in an engaging dialogue on the life and work of pioneering Filipino modernist Nena Saguil. Through personal insights and critical reflections, the book explores Saguil’s artistic evolution, her abstract style, and her place in Philippine and global art history. It offers a rare, multidimensional look at one of the country’s most influential yet elusive artists.
Cebu: A Heritage of Art
Alice G. Guillermo
A book that surveys the art scene in Cebu, tracing a long history from indigenous art forms to the contemporary visual arts of its modern painters. The book highlights a shared training background among many Cebuano artists, particularly those who studied under the late maestro Martino Abellana of Carcar. It explores the rich artistic heritage of Cebu, encompassing both traditional and modern expressions of art.
Japanese Bronze "Phoenix" Vase, Taisho Period (1912-1926)
Taisho Period
A Japanese bronze vase depicting the phoenix (Ho-o). This bronze vase dates to the Taishō period (1912–1926) and features a richly rusticated patination that lends it a textured, weathered character. Cast in high relief, it depicts a majestic phoenix in flight—a symbol of renewal and immortality in Japanese mythology. Though unsigned, the craftsmanship reflects the refined metalwork traditions of early 20th-century Japan.
Dimensions: D: 5 x H: 11 x W: 8
Condition: Good
Chinese Roof Tile Figure of a Vermilion Bird
Unknown
This Chinese ceramic roof tile figure depicts the Vermilion Bird (Zhuque), the celestial guardian of the south in Chinese mythology. Shown with elegant outstretched wings and flowing tail feathers, the bird symbolizes summer, fire, and rebirth. Typically mounted on the ridge of a temple or palace roof, such figures were believed to offer protection and attract auspicious energy.
Dimensions: H: 16 x W: 16 in.
Condition: Poor (Restored)
Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Dish
Late Qing Dynasty (19th-20th Century)
Of lobed form with a pink enamel ground and a central medallion featuring a dragon and phoenix in flight among swirling clouds—representing the emperor and empress, and symbolizing harmony and auspicious union. The border is decorated with Buddhist emblems or the 'Eight Auspicious Symbols' (bajixiang) cartouches, framed within a lobed rim, which is typical of decorative enamel wares from the Qing period. The technique and style are consistent with Canton (Guangzhou) enamelware or cloisonné-on-copper decoration, made for both domestic use and export.
Dimensions: D: 12 in.
Japanese Blue & White Transferware "Deer" Dish
19th-20th Century
The central design features two deer beneath a maple tree in a stylized landscape, surrounded by scrolling waves and scattered maple leaves—motifs often associated with autumn and longevity in Japanese art. The pattern is applied using a transfer-printing technique, giving it a crisp, consistent quality across the surface.
Dimensions: D: 12 in.
Condition: Good
Chinese Longquan Celadon "Lotus" Charger
Yuan-Early Ming Dynasty (14th–15th Century)
The dish features a broad, foliated rim and a carved central medallion depicting a lotus floral scroll, beneath a thick olive-green glaze typical of Longquan kilns in Zhejiang province. The glaze pools in the carved recesses and shows characteristic crackling from age and scratches possibly from excavation. The unglazed foot ring reveals the reddish-buff body with iron-brown firing marks.
Dimensions: D: 13.5 in.
Chinese Celadon-Glazed Charger
20th Century
A Chinese celadon-glazed charger, likely from the 20th century, featuring a smooth glossy green glaze characteristic of Longquan-style revival wares. The interior is decorated in relief with three molded fish—symbols of abundance, prosperity, and harmony.
Dimensions: D: 14.5 in.
Condition: Good
Japanese Blue & White Arita Scalloped Porcelain Dish
Edo Period (1603-1868)
This is a Japanese blue and white porcelain dish, likely from the Edo period (17th–19th century), decorated in underglaze cobalt blue. The dish features a landscape scene depicting a house nestled beside a river, framed by trees and distant mountains—a classic subject in Japanese ceramics, evoking tranquility and the harmony of man and nature. The painterly brushwork and freehand style suggest influence from both Chinese Ming blue-and-white wares and Japanese literati painting traditions.
Dimensions: D: 11 in.
Condition: Hairline Crack
Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Dish, 20th Century
20th Century
The lobed rim frames a vivid central motif of a basket overflowing with blooming flowers—including peonies, orchids, and roses—symbolizing abundance, prosperity, and harmony. The background is densely filled with intricate floral scrolls in rich brown enamel, while the rim is bordered by a vibrant blue ground with stylized blossoms and ruyi cloud patterns.
Dimensions: D: 10 in.
Large Famille Rose Octagonal Plate, Qing Dynasty 18th Century
Yongzheng Reign (1723–1735)
This is a Chinese porcelain dish from the Yongzheng period (1723–1735) of the Qing dynasty, decorated in famille rose enamels. The octagonal form and refined palette are characteristic of the early 18th-century export porcelain made for the European market. The central scene depicts a serene riverside landscape with pavilions, bridges, trees in bloom, and distant mountains—painted with great delicacy and detail, reflecting the influence of Chinese landscape painting. The Yongzheng reign (1722-1735) marked a period of refinement and development in the arts. The emperor was a patron of arts and crafts, leading to advancements in painting, calligraphy, and porcelain making. Famille Rose porcelain was introduced during this time and quickly gained favor due to its softer, more delicate color palette compared to the earlier Famille Verte. Provenance: Private Antique Dealer, UK - Member of the Association of International Antiquities Dealers (AIAD)
Dimensions: D: 11 in.
Condition: Good