Vintage Japanese ikebana floral display vessel, fashioned from a large section of bamboo. The vase is decorated with a village scene, carved into the carbonized bamboo. Showa-Period (c.1960). The back of the vase has split significantly, about 1/2 an inch, but the decorated front is in relatively good condition, with only a bit of slight surface checking. The split has not affected the stability or overall structural integrity of the vase. 13 1/2 inches tall by 4 inches in diameter.
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Vintage set of Japanese ceramic or earthenware tea bowls, known as Chawan. This set includes five dainty teacups, another small cup with a indented rim for pouring, and a small service pot with handle and spout. The five small cups measure roughly three inches diameter at the rim, and two inches tall. The pouring cup measures 3 3/8" diameter, and 1 3/4" tall. The service teapot measures 3 1/2 inches in diameter, not including the handle or spout, and stands 3 inches tall. Each pie ...click for details
Vintage Japanese pair of porcelain sake tokkuri, rice wine decanters. These items date to the early Showa-Period (c.1950), and are in excellent condition. They feature depictions of cranes (tsuru), tortoises (kame), and pine trees (matsu) in vivid blue glaze against a white background. Both tokkuri are signed by the artist on the bottom. Each vase measures approximately 5 1/4" tall and 3 1/4" in diameter at the widest part.
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Antique Japanese Ko Dansu, a small decorative storage chest. Constructed primarily Kiri, or Paulownia wood, this quaint little chest features a deep red lacquer, accented by black and gold lacquer on the sliding doors. It measures approximately 21" wide, 11" deep and 12 1/2" tall, and is in overall good condition. This item dates to the early Showa-Period (c.1930).
Large vintage Japanese ceramic or earthenware tea bowl, known as Chawan. This beautiful bowl is finished with black glaze in the raku style, and has a distinctive rustic charm. The chawan measures about 3 1/2" tall and 4 1/2" diameter at the rim, and is in pristine condition. This piece dates to the mid Showa-Period (c.1970).
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Miniature antique suzuri bako, or Japanese calligraphy set. This unusual example of suzuri bako was likely designed for use when traveling, and contains all the necessary components of a complete calligraphy set. The compact storage box features a precisely fit sliding top and measures a mere 5 3/4 inches long, 1 3/4 inches wide and 3/8 inches deep. It contains a fude (calligraphy brush), suzuri (ink stone), and sumi (ink bar), each fitting into precise cut-outs in the box. The back of the l ...click for details
Vintage Japanese ceramic sake tokuri, a rice wine decanter. This tokuri hails from the Seto region of Japan, and area renowned for its many kilns which produce fine earthenware, known as yaki. It features an off-white background glaze with speckles of brown, similar to the Shino-yaki style. The item dates to the early Showa-Period (c.1950) and measures approximately 6" tall and 3" in diameter at the widest part. It is in excellent condition, with no chips or cracks.
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This Japanese Chawan, or tea bowl is finished in a warm, earth-tone glaze. Both the box and the chowan are signed by the artist. This piece dates to the Showa period and measures roughly 3 1/4" tall by 5" in diameter.
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Bright and colorful vintage Japanese maru obi, mid to late Showa-Period (c.1960). 13 inches wide by 170 inches (14' 2") long. Continuous design on both sides; vivid copper background accented with geometric design in gold. Excellent condition; perfect for a festive table runner or wall display.
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Vintage Japanese fukuro obi kimono sash, mid Showa-Period (c. 1960). Front features geometric design in gray-silver palette. 12 inches wide by 170 inches (14' 2") long. Back of the obi is undecorated, ivory colored. Fair to good overall condition; no holes or rips, but some smudges on the back. Very likely could be remedied by dry cleaning with a trusted service.
