a Japanese replica of a Chinese "Sleeve Vase" with lion's head mask handles. Earthenware, finely modeled, with a rick lavender colored glaze dripping down inside the mouth and ending neatly just above the base. There is an oval impressed "potter's mark," on the base (see pix# 6,) at 5 o'clock. No cracks, chips or restorations.
Condition is perfect. Circa: pre 1970.
Japanese pottery WATERDROPPER (Tsuiteki) in rectangular form with two colorful chickens in relief. Length 2.25 inches. Some wear & tear and slight abrasions. Circa 1930's.
Japanese Ko-Inu, Guardian Dog, found at the gates of temples in Japan. Seto ware. straw glaze, circa 1960. in box from a temple in Tokyo. excellent condition. Dimensions: 12.5" h x 6.5" w x 9" depth.
