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 | Antique NYOI scepter (ruyi); natural rekishi shape. Late Edo |
 | Elegant Bamboo Ikebana Basket, Hanakago by Suzuki Gengesai |
 | Small Japanese Lacquer Incense Burner Koro, Edo Period. |
 | Antique Japanese Arita Porcelain Ewer, 17th century |
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 | Hiroshige Ando Woodblock Print - Asakusa, Okuyama - Only Known Example |
 | Antique Japanese Ukiyo-e Woodblock by Toyokuni |
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1800
item #1353655
(stock #EW 3005)
EastWest Gallery
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An interesting namasu, serving dish or bowl, decorated entirely with green, aubergine, yellow, black and red enamels. A palette and style of decoration not dissimilar to that used in the mid seventeenth century that covers the whole of the interior of a dish with enamel decoration. In this case the enamelling disguises an unglazed ring to the interior of the bowl that would have enabled another dish to be stacked on it in the saggar...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1800
item #1353654
(stock #EW 3004)
EastWest Gallery
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A late Eighteenth century hexagonal form drinking cup painted with panels of Birds with various flowers, Chrysanthemums, Persimmon and Peach flowers with accompanying panels of reverse. The kacho-ga paintings are exceptionally well painted. The interior of the cup painted with a band of flowering Camellia and Peaches set against a dark blue ground. The bottom of the bowl decorated with further a pair of Camelias, and Peach branches...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1800
item #1353653
(stock #EW 3003)
EastWest Gallery
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An Arita long dish of sampan form somewhat deeper and narrower than usually found. Painted with an idealised Chinese style landscape incorporating the elements of water and land. The cavetto painted with stylised lotus flowers enmeshed within a Hagi-karakusa, Bush clover vine arabesque. Gobenka with karakusa motifs to the sides of the dish, and a similar auspicious Lozenge (one of the Eight Precious objects) with karakusa at each end...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1800
item #1353651
(stock #EW 3002)
EastWest Gallery
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A long dish of conventional form decorated in senbeki, pencilled, style with a pair of four toed Chinese Dragons in pursuit of flaming pearls all set against a lightening field. The central reserve decorated with stylised tadpole like thunder bolts. The reverse decorated with further lightening motifs and pearls.
A small square seal mark containing the character Ho, precious treasure...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1700
item #1353650
(stock #EW 3001)
EastWest Gallery
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A pair of Arita plates decorated in underglaze blues with enamels. The centre painted with a large tripod censer containing Spring flowering Peonies on a low table flanked by a pair of flower vases, containing Autumn flowering Pinkes and Chrysanthemums with a pair of birds. The rim painted with a pair of Hoo birds with Chrysanthemums and Peonies. The plate on the left uses blue enamels, as found in the Kakiemon palette, rather than aubergine enamels as used on the right...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1800
item #1353629
(stock #TRC1660)
Signed by the 13th Iemoto (tea master) of Omotesenke, Sokuchusai (1901-1979) this exceptional tea bowl bears the poetic name Asahi or “Morning Sun.” Brilliant ochre and ash hues highlight molten swirls and dynamic features. This bowl has exceptional keshiki, or “ceramic landscape.“
Bizen’s distinctive and easily recognizable style originated in Okayama (south-western Japan) and has a long history...
Bizen’s distinctive and easily recognizable style originated in Okayama (south-western Japan) and has a long history...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1492
item #1353407
(stock #0362)
Momoyama Gallery
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Japanese Tokoname Yama Chawan (literally 'Mountain Tea Bowl'), biscuit firing ware with impressive natural glaze and slightly distorted form. It dates back to the Kamakura Period (1185 - 1333).
Size: 4 cm height x 15,6 cm (max) in diameter.
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All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1492
item #1353242
(stock #TRC1645)
The gray-blue celadon displays finely crackled glazing with areas slightly darkened by time. A faint pattern made of white inlay can be seen along the upper rim, complimented in several areas by antique kintsugi repairs. The maki-e gold repair at the base—with its design of half waves and half flowering vines—though quite old, seem not quite so old as the repairs along the rim...
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A Japanese okimono of a tiger, fully carved out of Keyaki (elm) wood with fantastic detailing. The tiger sits hunched over with fixated eyes, fangs out, and tail wrapped tightly against its body. Signature on bottom reads : Chizan December, Meiji 18th year.
Size: 5.5" L x 6" W x 5.5" H
Size: 5.5" L x 6" W x 5.5" H
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Antique Japanese hardwood ranma (transom) with a black lacquer frame, carved with scene of a bridge, surrounded by small islands with pine trees.
Size: 74" L x 1" D x 13.5" H
Size: 74" L x 1" D x 13.5" H
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Antique Japanese hardwood ranma (transom), ornately carved with a descending plum tree (ume) branch, bearing flowers in bloom.
Size: 73.5" L x 1" D x 20.75" H
Size: 73.5" L x 1" D x 20.75" H
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Japanese antique single section isho tansu (clothing chest) made with dramatic keyaki (elm) wood burl on the front and sugi (cryptomeria) frame. The tansu is has a beautiful translucent light color lacquer finish on the front. The sides and top are lacquered a more opaque deep reddish brown. Two small drawers line the top portion of the chest. Under this, are three large drawers. The right hand side of the chest has two more small drawers; one above and one below the safe box door...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1900
item #1352582
(stock #EW2996)
EastWest Gallery
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An unusual Arita bowl decorated to the exterior with an auspicious Hundred Chinese Boys pattern, baizi tu, which shows karako, Chinese boys, engaged in various playful activities, principally Fan and Flag waving, moving large objects and chasing chicken. There may be references to various Chinese folk tales within the procession. The enormous water jar is probably a reference to the tale of Sima Guang and so on...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1800
item #1352480
(stock #EW 2994)
EastWest Gallery
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A large impressive shallow dish of typical export type decorated with two boughs of auspicious Chrysanthemums and Cherry blossom to the centre. The border divided into a set of six elliptical reserves each containing Butterflies and Peonies by a series stylised floral motifs inset against alternating blue and blue and green enamel grounds. The reverse simply decorated with Chrysanthemum Sprigs...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1700
item #1352474
(stock #EW 2993)
EastWest Gallery
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A good Arita vase of bulbous ovoid form decorated with three panels featuring traditional kacho-ga motifs, birds and flowers, including Chrysanthemums, Camelias and Peonies. The neck and shoulder of the vase decorated with horizontal bands of palisade like vertical stripes and stylised overlapping petals. Each panel divided by a stylised Lotuses with kara kusa scrolls, and the base decorated with a simple saw tooth pattern. The vase dates to circa 1680, the late seventeenth century, contemporary...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1800
item #1352391
(stock #TRC1642)
This generously proportioned chawan (13.5cm in diameter) shows nice age, especially around the kodai, and likely dates from early Edo (several hundred years old). The base is unglazed showing the molded clay, contrasting nicely with the jet black glaze which displays a slight purplish hue when held to the light. The soft sheen of the Raku glaze overlying rippled and shaved clay gives this bowl a distinct presence.
A tradition dating from the mid-16th century, Raku teabowls are made...
A tradition dating from the mid-16th century, Raku teabowls are made...
Golden Age Antiques
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This is an extremely fine Japanese Cloisonne vase with gold wire decorations.It measures just 3 1/2 inches tall so it is much finer and more exquisite in person. It is not signed. The fine workmanship on this piece was most likely done by Hayashi Kodenji as only an elite few could have ever created such a piece. The enamel colors and character of the bird also match Hayashi's work. Condition is excellent.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1800
item #1352081
(stock #0360)
Momoyama Gallery
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Wonderful and important chawan: rounded wan-shaped tea bowl with high foot of the bamboo node style in the typical O-Ido shape. The light, little coarse clay with enclosures is expertly thrown and full glazed - including the foot - with a transparent glaze of wood ash with some feldspar. The glaze shows attractive shrinking (kairagi) in the lower half of the bowl. It shows discoloration from green tea, a sign of many years of careful use. Its highlight is a beautiful and expertly made golden ...
Zentner Collection
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Japanese mingei hinoki water wheel. Complete 11 spokes with paddles used as a functional water wheel. Iron piston protrudes from the central hub for rotational function.
19th Century
Size: 47 1/2" x 6"
19th Century
Size: 47 1/2" x 6"
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese iron tomiodai candleholder. Includes full five tiered with twenty five iron prickets, used in traditional buddhist or Shinto rituals. Forged iron with age consistent to usage.
Meiji Period 19th Century
Size: 27.5" L x 14.5" W x 26.25" H
Meiji Period 19th Century
Size: 27.5" L x 14.5" W x 26.25" H
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1900
item #1351399
(stock #TRC1640)
A pottery tradition that harkens from the Mino region of Japan, Shino-yaki dates from the Azuchi Momoyama period. It came into fashion when first commissioned by renowned Muromachi cha-jin (tea masters) Shino Soushin. This is thought to be the first type of pottery in Japan to feature drawn paintings on the ceramic surface.
This attractive e-Shino bowl (“e” meaning picture) bears an abstract motif on a background of white feldspar. The exquisite shape, glaze, and painting of the...
This attractive e-Shino bowl (“e” meaning picture) bears an abstract motif on a background of white feldspar. The exquisite shape, glaze, and painting of the...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1800
item #1351398
(stock #TRC1639)
A beautiful and delicate white porcelain composition with low-relief molded seashell design lining the inside. The overall condition of the bowl and several oxidation marks on the bottom suggest considerable age—at least several hundred years. The box lid bears the character “定” which can be translated as “truth” or “certainty.” The origin of this piece is unknown, though the previous owner regarded it as Chinese (Northern Song). Skillfully applied gold repairs give this sub...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1700
item #1351396
(stock #0359)
Momoyama Gallery
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Really important Ko-Karatsu (kogaratsu - oldest Karatsu ware made during the 16th century) Madara tea bowl with a yobitsugi repair of highest quality.
The bowl is a so called Madara Karatsu tea bowl (provenance is the legendary Hobashira-kiln) due to its typical cookie-like sandy clay and wonderful blue-purplish flecks.
But its true highlight is the perfect traditional yobitsugi restoration with a pure silver gintsugi (kintsugi). A yobitsugi repair is not just a simple r...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Swords and Related : Pre 1920
item #1351387
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese Yumi set of six Hawk feather and arrow reed. These were used to shoot long distances before and after the introduction of firearms. Mounted on a custom stand for a stunning presentation.
Meiji Period 19th Century
Size: 36.5" L each (on display 16.5" W x 4" D x 37.75" H)
Meiji Period 19th Century
Size: 36.5" L each (on display 16.5" W x 4" D x 37.75" H)
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Swords and Related : Pre 1920
item #1351386
Zentner Collection
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The Japanese matchlock was introduced to the Japanese by the Portuguese during the Sengoku period. Originally called teppo, it was known as the name tanegashima where its origins was founded.
The tanegashima rifle where used by the samurai class and their foot solders (ashiguru) and within a few years of the introduction of the munition it completely altered Japanese warfare. This long rifle gun has an octagonal russet iron barrel with a flat sighting plain on top and a bore of 3/4”...
The tanegashima rifle where used by the samurai class and their foot solders (ashiguru) and within a few years of the introduction of the munition it completely altered Japanese warfare. This long rifle gun has an octagonal russet iron barrel with a flat sighting plain on top and a bore of 3/4”...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Swords and Related : Pre 1920
item #1351381
Zentner Collection
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Introduced to Japan through the Portuguese in 1543. Intended for use by mounted samurai, these pistols where called horsemen cannon's (Bajo zutsu).
They proved however to be totally impractical weapons to fire, since the rider had to ignite a piece of chord to the lock, while aiming the chamber and at the same time controlling his moving horse. None the less, owning a pistol remained a symbol of a samurai family's power, rank, and wealth. This example has a bronze barrel of circular s...
They proved however to be totally impractical weapons to fire, since the rider had to ignite a piece of chord to the lock, while aiming the chamber and at the same time controlling his moving horse. None the less, owning a pistol remained a symbol of a samurai family's power, rank, and wealth. This example has a bronze barrel of circular s...
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Of Steeply conical form with a bulbous top. This jingasa is constructed of hide and cloth, shaped in a mold, lacquered in reddish brown lacquer, with a gilt rising sun mon on the rounded apex.
The samurai class in feudal Japan, as well as their retainers and footsoldiers (ashigaru), used several types of jingasa made from iron, copper, wood, paper, bamboo, or leather. Kasa shares its etymology with the Japanese word for "umbrella" (which is also pronounced "kasa", but written 傘). ...
The samurai class in feudal Japan, as well as their retainers and footsoldiers (ashigaru), used several types of jingasa made from iron, copper, wood, paper, bamboo, or leather. Kasa shares its etymology with the Japanese word for "umbrella" (which is also pronounced "kasa", but written 傘). ...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Swords and Related : Pre 1920
item #1351318
Zentner Collection
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The netsuke is made in the shape of a matchlock pistol. It is composed of different material such as wood, brass, and iron. Constructed during the Meiji period for export to the European market. Mounted on a custom iron stand.
Meiji Period 19th Century
Size: 3.75" L x 1" W x 1.5" H
(4.75" H on stand)
Meiji Period 19th Century
Size: 3.75" L x 1" W x 1.5" H
(4.75" H on stand)
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Unusual original Japanese flint lighter netsuke. Constructed of iron and brass, this piece would have been used to create a steady fame in less then perfect conditions. The striker would create contact friction and create a spark igniting the fuel source. Firearms at this time required a flame in order to ignite the fuse. Original russet patina with all parts still intact.
Edo period (1603-1868)
Size: 2" L x 1" W x 1.5" H
Edo period (1603-1868)
Size: 2" L x 1" W x 1.5" H
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese isho tansu (clothing chest) from the Sendai area, made with all Keyaki (elm) wood front with dramatic grain and translucent lacquer finish, elaborate thick iron hardware including moko shaped drawer pulls and ornate raised scrolling vine lock plates with floral mon, large drawer on top, three shorter drawers, two small drawers and a safebox on its right side, which also has ornate iron lotus mon and opens with a ring pull.
Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Size: 4...
Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Size: 4...
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A functionary yumi rattan bow string holder is an essential munition of an archer. Material is wooven rattan in spool shape used to wrap sinew string, strapped with leather and horn. The horn contains powdered rosin used as dry lubrication. Mounted on a custom iron stand.
19th Century
Size: 9" L x 4.5" W x 1.5" D (12.5" H on stand)
19th Century
Size: 9" L x 4.5" W x 1.5" D (12.5" H on stand)
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The mask is of dark brown russet lacquer finish and the interior is smoothed lacquered red. The high jaw his two protrusion hooks for strapping the cords, underneath the chin is a vent hole. The mask is fitted with yodare kare of three row of false scale lace and blue silk.
19th Century Edo Period
Size: 6.75" L x 3" W x 8.5" H (12.5" H on stand)
19th Century Edo Period
Size: 6.75" L x 3" W x 8.5" H (12.5" H on stand)
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1900
item #1350901
(stock #TRC1638)
With a sturdy foot firmly grounded, the upper rim of this piece rises and falls, somewhat reminiscent of a mountain path. Combined with the plum blossoms floating on the white background, these elements together suggest balance and harmony.
Oribe is a visual style named after the late-16th-century tea master Furuta Oribe (1544-1615). Kuro Oribe (as pictured here) with their jet-black glazes and feldspar ornamentation tend toward the minimalistic, abstract; and, some would say, Zen-l...
Oribe is a visual style named after the late-16th-century tea master Furuta Oribe (1544-1615). Kuro Oribe (as pictured here) with their jet-black glazes and feldspar ornamentation tend toward the minimalistic, abstract; and, some would say, Zen-l...
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Antique Japanese Funa Tansu (ship safe chest) in original red lacquer Urushi finish. With heavy black iron fittings, a top handle for carrying. The front hinged door plated in iron, incised with Kiri leaf and peony designs, the side lock incised with mushrooms. The interior holds five drawers of varying size with pull handles. Included with a copy of antique certification from Oct. 17 1973.
Late Meiji period (1868-1912)
Size: 13" W x 16.5" D x 15" H
Late Meiji period (1868-1912)
Size: 13" W x 16.5" D x 15" H
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese two-section gifu choba tansu (accountant's chest) made with Hinoki (cypress) and Sugi (cedar) wood. The top section has two sliding doors with slats, and an open compartment inside with two drawers. The bottom section has an open storage compartment behind another pair of sliding doors, with five drawers and a lock safe.
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Size: 33" L x 14.25" W x 55" H
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Size: 33" L x 14.25" W x 55" H
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Stoneware : Pre 1900
item #1349403
(stock #0356)
Momoyama Gallery
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In our opinion this is the best Iga Vase, we have ever seen. Massive and intentionally distorted Vase of wonderful native Iga clay. The vase is 3300 g heavy and has a height of 8,1'' and a width of 7,1'', which is very tall for an antique Iga vase.
The vase was made between 1800 - 1850 during the later Edo Period and is in good antique condition. No repairs. Only an untimportant chip on the bottom caused during the process of firing. The vase comes with an old wooden box.
