Edo period, 1600s / early 1700s

The seated Buddha image has traces of gilding darkened from years of candle and incense smoke. The mandorla is thin metal repousse. There are chips, wear and losses to the lacquered wooden case.

Height: 9 ¼ in.

JIZO BOSATSU

Aesthetically withered wood carving Buddhist image with depth, Edo period, 19th century, Japan, approx. 15 x 4 x 3cm (5.90 x 1.57 x 1.18in)...

溶けた恵比寿 / MELTED EBISU

Wood carving Ebisu god image scorched and half-melted by conflagration, which turned to more fascinating abstract sculpture as the result. Edo period (1603-1868), Japan. approx. H 28 x W 22 x D 15.5cm (11.02 x 8.66 x 6.10in). Stained with its soot when touch, though depends on the part...

1700s or earlier

Classic Japanese Mingei folk art figure probably from a Buddhist altar or rural roadside Shinto shrine. The forearms are missing. It is darkened from incense and candle smoke. Acquired in Japan in the early 1970s.

Height: 7 ¾ in.

STONE JIZO

'Jizo Bosatsu' (Jizo Bodhisattva) carved from a single stone block, in weathered and well-worn condition for many years at outside as is. Edo period, 19th century, Japan. approx...

BLACK BUDDHA

Edo-period's wood carving Buddhist statue with such a rare serious face hardly seen, in aesthetically well-sooted and blackened mature condition by the smoke from fireplace (sunken hearth) for many years, coming from an old house in Tohoku region, Japan, Total: H 29.3 cm (11.53in)


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NAGAREBUTSU

Meltingly well-weathered Buddhist wood carving statue so-called 'Nagarebutsu' (lit...

1800s

Carved, lacquered and gilded wood. There are losses to the right hand and both feet, otherwise, it is in good condition. Acquired in Japan in the early 1970s.

Height: 12 ¼ in.

Wooden Buddhist statue, probably one of the 12 Shinsho who guard Yakushi Nyorai. Both arms and other parts are lost. 18th century or earlier. H:16.7cm W:6cm

1600s or earlier

This figure has old losses to both forearms. The features are worn and it is blackened overall from incense and candle smoke, but it has a pleasant, soft patina. A metal nimbus was originally attached to the back with a small strip of metal that still remains. Acquired in Kyoto in the early 1970s.

Height: 6 in.

Black patinated, cast bronze sculpture of a monkey, seated with his arms around his knee.
Unsigned. Stamped in the flat bottom: Yamanaka & Co. Inc., and Made in Japan.

Japan, early Showa era, 1920s-1930s.

H 1.75 x D 1.6 in.

Two small casting flaws that were repaired at the time of production.

The stamp ‘Made in Japan’ was required for objects exported to the US and other western countries in the 1920s and 1930s. The stamp of Yamanaka & Co...

A Japanese wood carving of a seated figure, probably the poet Matsuo Basho (1644~1694), the most famous poet of the Edo period. 19th century or earlier. Fine old patina.

Approximately 14.5 cm high...

1700s / 1800s

The lacquered case opens to reveal a molded earthenware figure of Fudo Myoo, one of the 'five great kings of ligh.” The ceramic figure has an old, restuck break horizontally across the top of the base, otherwise it is in very good condition. The figure sits neatly into a carved recessed part of the interior base of the case. The case is lacquered a brownish black and is in good condition. Acquired in Kyoto in the early 1970s.

Height: 3 ¾ in.

Edo period, 1700s / 1800s

A molded clay Buddha image encased in a lacquered wood shrine with a gilded interior. A small bronze ring on top allows attachment to the obi sash of an individual's kimono. There are some losses to the lacquer normal wear from use and handling. Acquired in Japan in the early 1970s.

Height: 3 3/8 in.

Late 19th century Japanese ceramic statue of standing Daruma - the founder of Zen Buddhism - enveloped in monastic robe, and holding a hossu (fly whisk) in his hand. Superb sculpting - see the beautiful flow of his robe and well defined facial features. Absolutely fascinating painting of his face - staring fierce eyes with white enamel, wonderful depiction of his facial hair and excellently conveyed expression of thoughtful concentration. Bottom shows ceramic body, some expected wear to enamel...

Unusual late Meiji (1890s - 1912) altar set of five small Japanese wooden sculptures of different bodhisattvas in different attitudes. Bodhisattvas are advanced individuals or beings who can achieve buddhahood, but choose not to in order to help others on their road to awakening. Very nicely carved, all faces bear different expressions, some have wire implements in their hands. Obvious losses as seen on photos, remnants of glue on the bottoms (easy enough to remove). Have very good presence...

Unusual 19th century Japanese carved wooden head of a courtier in a tall hat. Was carved and, judging by patina, most probably used, as the top of a votive statue. Wonderfully captured facial expression, beautiful patina. Height 4.6 inches.

Unusual 19th century Japanese carved wooden head of a monk. Was carved and, judging by patina, most probably used, as the top of a votive statue. Wonderfully captured facial expression, old gesso painted eyes, beautiful patina, inscribed in ink on the back of the post. Height 2.6 inches.