LILIMEI Vintage collection
Welcome to our vintage world!
Every item you see in our collection has a passport and a story. We don't just source vintage; we travel for it. From the busting artisan markets of China to the historic bistros of South America and across Europe, every single piece on this page has personally discovered, hand-selected, and brought by us.
We believe that the most beautiful spacebar filled with objects that carry global history, authentic character, and thoughtful craftsmanship. By choosing from our curated inventory, you aren't just buying vintage decor - you are welcoming a handpicked fragment of the world into your home.
Lilimei


Circular medallion features a stunning, high-relief carving of Guanyin emerging alongside a powerful celestial dragon. The dynamic composition juxtaposes divine mercy with immense cosmic strength, making it a deeply meaningful protective talisman. Its unique slate-grey, metallic-sheen mineral composition is cool to the touch and finely polished. Value: $60.00

Striking ~4.5 cm oval pendant features a rare porcelain shard painting of a blooming pink peony alongside deep blue foliage. The soft coral-pink and deep cobalt color scheme honors traditional Chinese enamelware styles, symbolizing honor, romance, and feminine beauty. Secured tightly in a custom silver-tone bezel frame, this historical fragment offers a highly distinct, eye-catching color story for everyday styling. Value: $ 45.00

Brushed in the early spring of 1978 (The Year of the Earth Horse) by calligraphy master Kenzai, this dynamic cursive piece reads "Shusse Seiryū." It carries the inspiring message of achieving great success in life while remaining as pure and clear as a mountain stream. Fully stamped with three traditional artist and studio seals. Backing Detail: Finished in in premium Gin-sunago (hand-sprinkled genuine silver leaf flakes over textured washi paper). Price: $65.00

Exceptional 7 cm circular Bi disc features a prominent central void surrounded by highly detailed, four-quadrant geometric scrolls carved identically on both sides. The stylized patterns draw deep inspiration from archaic Warring States bronze mirrors and protective Taotie guardian masks, designed to gracefully deflect negative energy from any direction. Fashioned from a strong, mineral stone with a rich honey-gold luster and a perfectly symmetrical dual-sided layout. Value: $75.00

Oval-shaped talisman features an archaic carving of a protective PiXiu or mythical guardian beast facing an inscription column. Framed by traditional scrollwork, this classic design is widely revered in Chinese culture as an aggressive protector against bad luck and a magnet for wealth. The piece boasts a rich, historic olive-bronze tone over its cold, solid mineral composition, giving it an authentic, ancient artifact aesthetic. Value: $65.00

Organic oval plaque features a dynamic, high-relief carving of a celestial imperial dragon twisting through rolling wisps of wind and waves. In Chinese mythology, the dragon rules the heavens and represents supreme power, ultimate authority, and absolute success in career or life paths. It is fashioned from a strong, cold-to-the-touch mineral stone with a pale-celadon hue and a highly polished finish, complete with a top-drilled suspension hole designed for direct cord. Value: $70.00

Elevate your espresso ritual with this vintage mid-century set of six Jingdezhen porcelain demitasse cups and saucers, featuring the iconic blue-and-white dragon motif alongside delicate, translucent "rice grain" (Linglong) cutouts. Each petite cup bears the prestigious Wan Yu ("Precious Jade") commendation mark, signifying the refined craftsmanship of the 1960s–1970s export era. Value: $75.00

The 5 cm circular amulet pendant features an intricate, single-sided carving of the mythical Qilin (Kirin) enclosed in a protective scrollwork frame. In Chinese folklore, this auspicious scabled creature serves as a powerful symbol of cosmic protection, peace, prosperity, and good fortune. Crafted from a strong, cold-to-the-touch mineral stone with a rare, deep plum-purple finish, it comes fitted with a metal bail ready to wear as a unique protective talisman. Value: $40.00

Elongated ~4.5 cm capsule pendant captures a dynamic, swirling sea-scroll pattern cut from a classic blue-and-white porcelain vessel. The high-contrast stippling and bold hand-painted cobalt spirals mimic historic wave and wind motifs, representing resilience and the infinite flow of life. Finished cleanly with a smooth metal bezel edge, this unique fragment functions perfectly as a sleek, talismanic focal piece. Value: $50.00

Beautifully contoured jade-style pendant features a highly detailed carving of the Laughing Buddha (Maitreya) seated joyfully atop a lotus throne. Crafted with a completely smooth, flat, and uncarved back, this lustrous pale-green piece sits perfectly and comfortably flat against the chest when worn. As a premier symbol of pure joy, abundance, and content fulfillment, it comes pre-fitted with a metal bail ready to serve as an everyday protective good-luck talisman. Value: $50.00

Circular stone pendant beautifully depicts Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, seated gracefully atop a protective Foo Dog (Imperial Lion). Fitted with a metal bail, the carving symbolizes serene spiritual protection overriding negative forces and bringing harmony to the wearer. The piece is shaped from a strong, cold mineral stone with deep chocolate-brown tones and a lustrous polished finish that elevates its sacred imagery. Value: $60.00

Unique fan-shaped pendant is crafted from a salvaged antique blue-and-white porcelain shard. Encased in a custom metal bezel, the smooth porcelain segment features a hand-painted floral cobalt design framed on a sleek silver-tone chain. This piece beautifully upcycles broken history into a lightweight, one-of-a-kind wearable art statement. Value: $50.00

Rare 6 cm censer lid is meticulously carved from a strong, cold-to-the-touch mineral stone with a translucent amber glow. The intricate geometric lattice features an authentic, smoke-darkened patina earned from historical incense use. It serves as a premium replacement cap for high-end censer bowls or a unique scholar’s desk paperweight. Value: $65.00

Openwork Bi disc features complex, concentric rings intricately carved on both sides with a central S-shaped archaic dragon. The outer borders are densely incised with classical grain patterns, showcasing a stunning pale celadon-green stone base with rich, organic mottled-grey and ochre highlights. Its perfectly symmetrical, double-sided layout makes it an elite reversible statement ornament or a high-value display talisman. Value: $80.00

Masterfully carved medallion displays Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, flanked by sacred altar vases under a protective bat motif header. The bat (蝠 - Fú) serves as a classic homophone representing the arrival of massive wealth, creating a layered talisman of spiritual peace, mercy, and financial blessings. Crafted from a strong, cold mineral stone with a dark charcoal finish and a sharp metallic luster, it comes equipped with a secure top bail. Value: $70.00

Radiating timeless serenity, this hand-painted Tibetan Thangka of Avalokiteshvara—the thousand-armed Bodhisattva of Compassion—brings sacred artistry and harmonious presence into any space. Meticulously rendered on cotton canvas with mineral pigments, every fine detail captures centuries of spiritual devotion and meditative grace. An exceptional addition for collectors and mindful interiors alike. Value: $800.00

Blooming Chrysanthemum (Kiku), traditional emblem of autumn, nobility, and graceful longevity. Traditional mineral pigments (Nihonga) on handmade washi paper treated with a luminous mica mineral wash (kira-zuri) / silver ground (ginji). Metallic-trimmed edges with an authentic aged patina; stamped with the artist’s red vermilion seal (華枝). Backing Detail: Finished in in premium Gin-sunago (hand-sprinkled genuine silver leaf flakes over textured washi paper). Dimensions: 24x27 cm Value: $60.00

Magnificent 7 cm openwork Bi disc features complex, concentric rings intricately carved on both sides with a central S-shaped archaic dragon [Image Context]. The outer borders are densely incised with classical grain patterns, symbolizing a thriving, harmonious link between heavenly authority and agricultural abundance. Crafted from a strong, cold-to-the-touch mineral stone with a pale sage-green tone and a smooth finish, perfectly symmetrical, reversible layout. Value: $80.00

A powerful piece of authentic spiritual history. This hand-brushed shikishi board features the profound Zen phrase "Jiàn Fó" (Beholding the Buddha/Awakening to One's True Nature) by the revered 20th-century Rinzai/Soto Zen Master Kato Kozan (1876–1971). Boasting his rare "Old Buddha" (Kobutsu) master seal, this artwork radiates a raw, minimalist energy. Backing Detail: Finished in in premium Gin-sunago (hand-sprinkled genuine silver leaf flakes over textured washi paper). Price: $225.00

Unique ~4.5 cm fan-shaped pendant features a beautifully curved cut of salvaged antique blue-and-white porcelain displaying a clear crackle-glaze background. The hand-painted cobalt design highlights a traditional blooming blossom surrounded by elegant vine scrolls, showcasing its authentic antique pottery origin. Encased in a smooth, protective silver-tone bezel, it serves as an artistic, lightweight conversation piece and historical talisman. Value: $50.00

Jade-style plaque features an abstract geometric openwork lattice with a highly polished, lustrous finish. The central carving displays an archaic, angular variation of the auspicious endless knot, a traditional symbol of continuous harmony, protection, and longevity. Crafted from a strong, cold-to-the-touch mineral stone in a rich dark charcoal tone, it makes a striking statement pendant. Value: $ 50.00

Circular talisman pairs a smiling Laughing Buddha with an archaic Taotie ogre mask looming protectively overhead. This clever design blends lighthearted, wealth-attracting energy with aggressive, ancient spiritual defenses to safeguard the wearer from misfortune. The piece is expertly carved from a cold mineral stone boasting rich olive-gold undertones and a slick, high-gloss luster that emphasizes its split-level symbolic details. Value: $50.00

Channel positive energy and ancient cosmic balance with this substantial 7 cm vintage Chinese Daoist protective talisman medallion. One side features a detailed celestial chart combining the eight Bagua trigrams, the twelve Earthly Branches, and the full Chinese zodiac, while the reverse bears a powerful classical incantation invoking Taishang Laojun to dispel negative spirits and safeguard the home. Cast in solid brass with an aged patina, Value: $40.00


Elongated ~4.5 cm capsule-shaped pendant highlights a unique vertical slice of vintage blue-and-white porcelain featuring a prominent crackle-glaze aesthetic. The hand-painted design displays a beautiful, highly detailed speckled orchid blossom trailing into traditional scrollwork against a stark white background. Set in a handmade metal bezel with a top suspension loop, its sleek vertical silhouette makes a highly modern, sophisticated historical statement. Value: $50.00

This 6x5 cm jade-style plaque features a meticulously carved openwork design hand-polished to a highly lustrous finish. The central motif highlights the auspicious endless mystic knot, a classic symbol representing eternity, wisdom, and continuous good fortune. Its smooth, glass-like texture and rich olive-green tones give it a striking premium presence, making it perfect as a bold statement pendant or a protective display talisman. Value: $70.00

An original Japanese Shikishi art board capturing the gentle arrival of spring. Rendered in delicate ink wash (sumi-e), the painting features emerging tsukushi—a classic Japanese symbol of vitality, renewal, and the end of winter. Accompanied by a poetic verse describing the bright spring sun glistening over waters along a moat, Metallic gold-foil bordered edges with delicate sunago (sprinkled metallic flakes) on the reverse. Price: $50.00

Elegant oval pendant features a vibrant blue-and-white hand-painted lotus flower shard cut from antique-style porcelain. The surface displays a beautiful, deliberate crackle-glaze texture that highlights its vintage pottery origin and artistic heritage. Secured in a smooth, protective silver-tone bezel frame, it offers a premium, timeless focal statement perfect for everyday wear. Value: $40.00

Striking pendant features an archaic Hongshan-style coiled pig-dragon motif intricately incised with traditional raised grain patterns. This ancient C-shaped symbol historically represents rain-making power, fertility, and cosmic harmony in early Chinese mythology. Crafted from a strong, cold-to-the-touch mineral stone with a deep charcoal finish and natural ochre inclusions, it is pre-strung as a premium talisman or dramatic focal necklace. Value: $ 80.00

Compact ~4 cm circular jade-style Bi Disc pendant features an exquisite combination of archaic grain carvings and auspicious cloud patterns. The central medallion is inscribed with the powerful "Fu" (福) character, serving as a timeless protective symbol for continuous blessings, happiness, and good fortune. Crafted from a strong, cold-to-the-touch mineral stone with a rich honey-amber tone, it comes ready to wear on a metal bail as a premium talismanic statement piece. Value: 60.00