Unusual vintage Japanese ceramic vase, featuring a sculpted Kappa perched on the rim. Kappa are mythical Japanese river deities, sometimes referred to as Kami, or river imps. They are generally considered mischievous, and may display traits of both mammal and reptile. This vase was hand made in the Shigaraki region of Japan, known for producing high quality yaki, or earthenware. Heavy drip pattern glazes in varying earth tones. Approximately eight inches tall. Vase measures roughly three in ...click for details
Vintage Japanese ceramic sculpture of a seated male figure. Hand crafted in the Shigaraki region of Japan, well known for its many kilns and artists, this statue depicts a jovial elderly man enjoying a cup of sake. Showa-Period (c.1950); excellent condition. Artist's signature is stamped clearly on the bottom.
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Pair of contemporary earthenware chawan tea bowls, crafted in the Oribe area of Japan. Four inches in diameter by three inches tall. Deep green glaze typical of Shino yaki, accented with designs of off-white. Excellent condition.
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Pair of contemporary earthenware chawan tea bowls, crafted in the Shino prefecture of Japan. Four inches in diameter by three inches tall. Off-white glaze typical of Shino yaki, accented with streaks of green, brown and gray. Excellent condition.
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Contemporary Japanese earthenware service set, handmade in the Shino prefecture and signed by the artist. This full set is perfect for sushi or sashimi service, and would add an elegant and traditional touch to presentation. There are nine pieces: A large service platter (11" by 7"), four mid-sized plates (5 1/2" by 5"), and four small saucers (4" by 3 1/2"). The wares feature the distinctive off-white glaze typical of Shino yaki, accented by free form patterns in g ...click for details
Vintage Japanese earthenware vase from the Shigaraki area of Japan, a region famous for its numerous kilns and artists producing fine ceramic wares, or yaki. Beautiful earth tone glazes, accented by blue-gray drip patterns on alternate sides of the rim. Mid Showa-Period (c. 1960); excellent condition. Bears the artist's signature mark on the bottom. Vase measures 15.5 inches tall, approximately 5 inches in diameter and 4.5 pounds.
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Japanese antique decorative roof tile, fashioned in traditional style of Kawada clay. Good overall condition; slightly dusty, particularly in the back, with one small chip near the bottom right side (see photos for close-up). Taisho-Period (c.1920); handsome blue-gray patina. 14 inches wide, 13.5 inches tall and 6 inches deep; approximately 24 pounds. Tiles such as these are a common sight in old Japanese neighborhoods, adorning the peaks of roof gables.
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Contemporary Japanese handmade earthenware platter from the Oribe region of Japan, noted for its many kilns and artists producing high quality yaki, or wares. This beautiful platter features a slightly asymmetrical shape, with an inlaid pattern of graceful rice stalks against a field of stunning green glaze. Perfect for a graceful sushi presentation. The platter measures roughly 9 inches square and stands about 2 inches. It bears the artist's signature mark on the bottom, and is in perfect ...click for details
Contemporary earthenware chawan tea cup and saucer set. This beautiful set features lovely green and off white glaze with a variegated exterior reminiscent of herringbone and bamboo. The teacup measures roughly 4 inches in diameter and stands about 2 1/4 inches. It bears the artist's signature on the bottom, and is in perfect condition. The saucer measures roughly 6 inches in diameter, and is also in pristine condition.
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Excellent quality antique Japanese tsubo, and earthenware vessel traditionally used for the storage and transport of rice and sake. This beautiful vase features the classic 'melon-drip' style of the Shigaraki region, and area renowned for its many artists and kilns producing fine earthenware, known as yaki. The tsubo dates to the Meiji-Period (late 1800's), and is in pristine condition, with an original kiln birth-mark and unique creased rim design. It measures a little over a foot ...click for details
Vintage Japanese earthenware bowl from the Seto region of Japan. This Showa-period (c.1950) bowl features a charming octopus on the bottom surrounded by seven decorative swirls in the classic umanome, or horse eye pattern. The bowl measures 9" in diameter and 2" tall, and is in excellent condition.
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Antique Japanese tsubo, a storage vase traditionally used for the storage and transport of rice or sake. This vase hails from the Tamba region of Japan, and features a distinctive drip motif, with a warm light brown upper glaze giving way to a darker bronze-hued lower section. The tsubo dates to the late Meiji-Period (c.1900), and is in excellent condition. It stands 14 inches tall, and measures approximately 6 3/4 inches in diameter at the base, flaring out to 10 inches diameter at the widest ...click for details
Vintage pair of Japanese ceramic or earthenware tea bowls, or chawan. These beautiful bowls feature vertical striping in subtle yet vivid hues of brown and gray with highlights of gold and green. Each chawan measures approximately 3" tall and 3 3/4" in diameter at the rim. They both bear the artist's signature stamp near the bottom, and are in excellent condition. Showa-Period
Small antique Japanese Seto yaki ceramic sake tokkuri wine decanter. Showa-Period (c.1940), excellent condition. Natural earth tone glaze resulting from the wood fired kiln. Approximately 4 1/2 inches tall by 3 inches in diameter at the wide point.
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Vintage Japanese earthenware kensui, a small water basin used in traditional tea ceremony. Showa-Period (c.1950), excellent condition. 3 inches tall by roughly 5 inches in diameter. Crackled gray-green glaze, accented a minimalist brush stroke pattern evocative of Mt. Fuji. Artist's stamp appears clearly on the bottom.
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