Lovely serene buddhist Jizo bodhisattva diety with almost a knowing smile breaking. Carved out of granite in the Late Meiji Period. H:32cm; W:19cm; depth 13cm. Ask for shipping quote.
A large Japanese tokurri, emulating Korean Buncheon ware, with inlaid slip decoration; Edo period.
The decoration is divided into multiple bands of repeating designs, which have been incised into the clay body. A white slip was applied, and the body wiped clean; leaving the slip infilling the incisions...
Late 19th to early 20th century Japanese tea ceremony short hibashi (metal chopsticks for handling charcoal in hibachi brazier) with brass working part and bronze handle inlaid with shakudo and silver keyfret design, and with flower finials. These hibashi are for use in the summer time (winter ones have handle parts covered in wood). Finely made, wonderful quality inlays. Beautiful patina, seem to have never been used, very pleasant to hold. Come with original holder made out of banana leaf...
Late 19th to early 20th century Japanese tea ceremony short hibashi (metal chopsticks for handling charcoal in hibachi brazier) with ribbed handle parts and flower finials. These hibashi are for use in the summer time (winter ones have handle parts covered in wood). Finely made, wonderful quality bronze with high copper contents. Beautiful wear and patina attesting to their age, pleasant to hold. Length 7 inches.
19th century Japanese bronze tea ceremony hibashi (long metal chopsticks for handling charcoal in hibachi brazier) with finials in a form of heads of the Fungus of Immortality. These hibashi are for use in the summer time (winter ones have top half covered in wood). Finely made of bronze, beautiful casting and chiseling of the fungus, embossed areas at the working end for better handling of charcoals...
19th century Japanese iron tea ceremony hibashi (long metal chopsticks for handling charcoal in hibachi brazier), each inlaid with 3 multimetal flowers with leaves. These hibashi are for use in the summer time (winter ones have handle parts covered in wood)...
Meiji / Taisho (1910s) lacquered wood kogo (box for incense during tea ceremony), its top decorated with low relief depiction of an elephant, its trunk raised. Very nice object in Japanese taste, multilayered differently colored lacquer, two parts fit perfectly, beautiful surfaces, in excellent condition. Diameter 2.2 inches.
Taisho (1920s) lacquered wood kogo (box for incense during tea ceremony), its top decorated with gold lacquer pine cones and needles. Elegant object in Japanese taste, perfect lacquer work, two parts fit perfectly, beautiful surfaces, in excellent condition. Diameter 1.88 inches.
Taisho period (1920s) lacquered wood kogo (box for incense during tea ceremony), its top decorated with two cherry flowers. Elegant object in Japanese taste, beautiful lacquer work, two parts fit perfectly, in great condition. Diameter 2.18 inches.
Dochugi made of kudzu fiber for wefts and cotton yarn for warps. Dochugi is a kind of haori worn over kimono and kudzu-fu one is worn in summer. Kudzufu has been produced mainly in Kakegawa in Shizuoka prefecture since 13th century. It was used for hakama (pants), kamishimo and dochugi. The collar and one of straps of this dochugi are replaced. straps have damages and several pin holes in the back and a cut (3cm) in front. It has a slit for a sword in the left side...
Width: 9 cm (3.6 in)
Height: 4 cm (1.6 in)
Depth: 6.8 cm (2.8 in)
Weight: 300 gm
Japanese Komai box; an iron box inlaid with gold and silver to depict a dragon moving through clouds over Mt Fuji; the sides show various detailed insects; internal gilt decoration shows phoenix and florals; Komai Otojiro dragonfly mark to base; minor wear to lid; good condition
18th century or earlier Japanese magatama bead made out of muddy green jadeite. Magatama are curved beads which first appeared in Japan during the Jomon period (circa 1000 BCE), and in Korea during the Prehistoric period, mainly in the Bronze Age and Neolithic. They are found in mounded tumulus graves as offerings to deities, and continued to be popular with the ruling elite throughout the Kofun Period, and are often romanticized as indicative of the Yamato Dynasty of Japan...
Japanese Neolithic period magatama bead made out of agate (carnelian type). Magatama are curved beads which first appeared in Japan during the Jomon period (circa 1000 BCE), and in Korea during the Prehistoric period, mainly in the Bronze Age and Neolithic. They are found in mounded tumulus graves as offerings to deities, and continued to be popular with the ruling elite throughout the Kofun Period, and are often romanticized as indicative of the Yamato Dynasty of Japan...
Japanese Neolithic period magatama stone bead. Magatama are curved beads which first appeared in Japan during the Jomon period (circa 1000 BCE), and in Korea during the Prehistoric period, mainly in the Bronze Age and Neolithic. They are found in mounded tumulus graves as offerings to deities, and continued to be popular with the ruling elite throughout the Kofun Period, and are often romanticized as indicative of the Yamato Dynasty of Japan...
19th century ichii (yew wood) netsuke of a resting wild boar, its head raised. Skillfully carved out of chosen matsu (Korean pine wood) in characteristic Hida school ittobori (one cut) style with clever use of wood texture to represent the creature’s fur and add to the charm of the piece. For similar examples see Bushell’s NETSUKE FAMILIAR AND UNFAMILIAR, p. 128. Excellent rendition of its alert posture, wonderful mellow patina. Length 1.96 inches.
Unusual late Meiji period (1890s -1912) wooden sashi netsuke in a form of a pillar, its top carved as a face of the Zen Patriarch Daruma wearing monk’s cape. Wonderful face with severe expression, carved out of chosen matsu (Korean pine wood) in ittobori (one cut) style characteristic of Hida school of netsuke carvers, eyes are inlaid with metal. Himotoshi (cord opening) goes through the bottom to the back of the netsuke. Beautiful patina, very pleasant to hold. Height 4.2 inches.
19th century netsuke in button form carved out of the coronet part of a deer antler. Strong early piece, nicely chunky, beautiful staining, warm patina, natural blemishes as is usual with staghorn, which make it so attractive. Wonderful tactile object. Average diameter 2.15 inches.
This is wonderful Japanese Imari cup 3 1/4 in diameter 2 3/8 in height is in good condition with No damage
Only original kiln pin hole and some gold wear
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This is nice Japanese Imari cup pair 3 3/4 in diameter 2 3/8 in height is in very good condition with No damage
I have other set total of 4 if you are interested other set please let me know
Pair of cup has some original kiln pin hole and some gold wear to the top from Edo era
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This is nice hand painted Japanese old Imari 9 3/4 in diameter is in very good condition with No damage
Only top rim has goals wear and bottom has original firing from late Edo era
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Sagemono complete with four-compartment lacquer inro decorated in gold and turtle taka-maki-e depicting Raijin and Fujin.
Relief decoration with finely engraved turtle depicting Rajin, god of thunder, and Fujin, god of wind.
The figure of Raijin is recognized as the god of thunder and lightning, he is represented as a demon, an Oni, with drums.
The figure of Raijin is often associated with another deity, also connected to meteorological events, namely Fujin, the God of Wind.
The inte...
An Attractive Pair of Turquoise and Aubergine Glazed Vases. The ovoid body with flaring rim.
Kyoto Awaji, Japan Meiji Period. Height; 15.7 cm. Condition; usual glaze fritting to foot.
One vase is perfect the other has a glaze frit to the rim with an associated bruise 1.2 cm.
Lacquered wood netsuke depicting the Kyōgen theater mask of a monkey (saru), very recurring in traditional Japanese theater. The mask is characterized by the typical physiognomy of the monkey, with large fixed eyes and an open mouth, of a lacquered red colour.
The netsuke is signed Deme Saman 出目左滿.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 4 x 2.9 x 2.2cm.
State of conservation: Very good
This is antique Japanese Nashiji lacquer box with Tokugawa
family mark stand 3 3/4 in height x 4 7/8 in diameter from late Edo era
It has nice gold work only some small gold missing part (please look at my photo)otherwise good condition considering by the age
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This is very fine detail Japamese Hirado figure stand stand 6 I’m height 6 in diameter is in very good condition
It has original fire line to the point of finger (please look at my photo)
He is holding sake bottle looks to me original from Meiji Era
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Tsugaru kogin kimono made of vegetable indigo dye hemp whose warps and wefts are hand plied. It is made in Tsugaru region in Aomori prefecture in Tohoku district. This kogin is called "Nishi-Kogin" which has stripes in shoulders. It is for enforcement of shoulders for a charcoal maker who brings a burden. Kogin is a kind of sashiko and its yarn is white cotton, making the hemp kimono warmer with thick sashiko in the colder district. It has several different kinds of kogin pattern...
This is hand painted imari plate 7 7/8 in diameter is in very good condition with no damage.
It has nice hand painted work from Edo 18 th century
Mark to the bottom
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This is beautiful hand painted Japanese nippon Noritake box 1 3/4 in height 2 3/4 in diameter is in very good condition with no damage
Only some age wear and green color wear otherwise no hair line chip or repair. Old Nippon mark to the bottom
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A Pair of Kutani Vases. Each decorated with a scene of a figure and two attendants on a terrace. The reverse with floral panels on a red ground. Nine character mark to base. Meiji period 19/20thC
Height; 13.2 cm; Condition; excellent
Pair of square-shaped hibachi made in lacquer and gold...
Pair of bottle-shaped bronze vases with dark patina depicting the dragon Ryu as a three-dimensional sculpture.
The rounded part of the vases is decorated with bronze incisions and carvings depicting numerous sea waves.
In the upper part the waves come to life becoming sculpted reliefs, emerging three-dimensionally from the bronze surface. It is here that the great dragon makes its appearance, completely enveloping the neck of the vase with its sinuous body and holding the end of the neck o...
Ivory netsuke depicting a snail crawling on a bamboo shoot. The snail is carefully rendered highlighting its curvature of the shell.
The underside is enhanced with spherical horn details and an excellent patina.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 7 x 3 x 3cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Ivory manju netsuke depicting Chok'aro, a character from Japanese tradition, trying to catch a miniature horse that is running away from its gourd.
This netsuke shows Chok'aro in a dynamic pose, his eyes intent on catching the fleeing horse. The details are finely engraved and carved in low relief, allowing you to appreciate his determined expression and traditional clothing.
The back of the manju is enriched with an engraving of a horse running looking back.
The netsuke is signed Ippô...
A large size netsuke depicting Rakan made of boxwood depicted seated in a meditation position, with legs crossed and back straight. His hands firmly hold the hossu, a liturgical object, a symbol of his role as a monk.
This netsuke is signed Ryukei 隆桂 on an ivory dowel, as is the tuft of hair.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 7 x 6 x 4cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Rice bag made of fragments of hand-spun cotton with stripes, katazome (stencil-resist-dye) and checks, all vegetable indigo and brown dye. The cord is cotton. Kome-bukuro was used when people dedicated rice to temples or shrines. In excellent condition except for several mending. The first half of the 20th century. W:44cm, H:33cm
This is beautiful Japanese bronze okimono young mother and baby.
The okimono stand 12 in height 22.5 in very large and heavy
It has very peaceful subject with nice detail from Meiji era singed in the square box in Japanese. Possibly Toryudo Seimin zo
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An antique Japanese Jingasa with gradual domed top with black Urushi and a raised lacquer design of a flying dragon surrounding the top. Underside is red Urushi. Family crest in gold on top and bottom of helmet. Bronze ring Tama Buchi. Worn by the samurai class in feudal Japan, as well as their retainers and foot soldiers.
Age: Edo Period (1603-1867)
Dimensions: Jingasa only 17" diameter by 3 1/2" high. Jingasa on stand 21" high by 17" wide by 7" deep.
19th century netsuke of kagamituta (“mirror lid”) type with wooden bowl and buffalo horn top carved in sunken relief with a scene of running Thunder God Raiden beating his drum, thus creating thunder. Unusual kagamibuta material, wonderful design and detailing, dense dark wooden bowl with beautiful patina, brown silk cord. Some insect damage to the side of the top as can be seen on Enlargement 4, overall in great condition. Bowl diameter 1 3/4 inches, disc diameter 1 5/16 inches.
Late 18th to early 19th century boxwood netsuke of a shishi (Buddhist lion) seated with its front paw on a largehollow ball, its mouth open and upper teeth showing. Wonderful depiction of its ferocious face and curly mane and tail, beautiful wear to the surface, really nice feel of age to the piece. Height 1.32 inches.
Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Meizan Zo Satsuma Earthenware Natsume Tea Caddy Marked
It is 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) tall by 2.5 inches (6.3 cm) wide.
It has stains, rubbing of gold, and wear (as seen in the photos).
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Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Satsuma Relief Ruffle Skirt Vase Geisha & Fan & Butterflies
It is 9.75 inches (24.7 cm) tall by 4.75 inches (12 cm) wide. It is 1.8 Lb.
It has rubbing of gold, stains at the mouth, flea bite chips at the foot's rim, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Ivory manju netsuke depicting a giant cricket with long antennae next to an aubergine.
Signed Mitsuo 光雄 under the base near the himotoshi holes.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 2cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Rectangular rounded netsuke manju, made of ivory and depicting the mighty Shoki with horn eyes. Shoki is a Japanese mythological figure, also known as the demon hunter, who symbolizes protection from evil forces.
Adding a touch of sophistication to the manju the sword, with which he fights demons, in mother of pearl and the details of Shoki's robes in tortoiseshell.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 3.7 x 4.5 x 1.5cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Lovely ivory netsuke depicting the sparrow Fukura Suzume, a small symbolic bird associated with various legends and stories of Japanese folklore.
The netsuke is associated with various legends and stories, including that of “The sparrow with the tongue cut out” (舌切り雀, “Shitakiri Suzume”).
The netsuke is signed Masanao 正直 within an oval reserve under the base.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 2.5 x 4.2 x 3.3cm.
State of conservation: Very go...
Ivory manju netsuke with a scene depicting Kintaro, a traditional Japanese figure, together with a mighty tiger. The details are finely engraved and carved in low relief, giving depth and realism.
On the back of the netsuke manju there is a character carved in low relief, depicted on his knees and with an expression of fear or supplication.
This netsuke is signed Chounsai 長雲齋 with Hidechika seal.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 4.5 x 4.5 x 2.2cm.
State ...
Rare boxwood netsuke depicting two turtles. This netsuke beautifully captures the moment when the baby climbs onto the mother's shell, conveying a feeling of security and family bond.
Signed Shunsui 春水 in an oval reserve under the base.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 2 x 3.5 x 3cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Boxwood netsuke depicting a professional sneezer, imaginary character or Japanese folk hero known for his ability to induce sneezes, seated with a feather in his hand, the main implement of the professional sneezer.
Signed Gyokkei 玉珪 on an ivory dowel.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 4 x 3.7 x 2.4cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Boxwood netsuke depicting a woodcutter resting on a hollow and veined trunk with his ax resting at the end and the tobacco holder next to his hand.
Excellent color and signature patina engraved on a rectangular piece.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 4.2 x 2.5 x 2 cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Late 19th C Japanese copper cloisonné vase with superb decoration depicting, on a glossy black ground, a group of 3 cranes on one side and a pair of cranes on the opposing side. Has an open bottom. Vase measures 6.5" high.
1930's Japanese Gilt Cloisonne Enamel Teapot with Butterfly
It is 6.3 inches (16 cm) tall with handle up and 3.3.75 inches (9.6 cm) tall with handle down by 4.7 inches (12 cm) wide. It is 0.7 Lb.
It has bent at the inner rim of the cover, mild missing enamels, residual of the earthquake gum, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Blue and white Hirado porcelain reticulated incense burner (kôro). Handles in the shape of komainu lion-guardians (also called shishi in Chinese) and blue geometric foliage decoration.
Hirado porcelain (平戸焼, hirado-yaki) is made in Mikawachi, Nagasaki prefecture (it is also known as Mikawachi-yaki). Its names come from the former Hirado feudal estate. This porcelain is renowened for its sometsuke decoration technique, a type of underglaze painting in which motifs are drawn us...
Antique Japanese pair of bronze warrior attendant figures. Dressed in Chinese armor and holding tall poles. Their tight curls suggest the mains of fu-dogs. Made of bronze with mixed metal details. The figures stand on square, footed platforms. Intricately sculpted with great movement and expression.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 15" high (including pole) x 6 1/4" wide x 4 1/2" deep
Antique Japanese rectangular basket with lid. Made of tightly woven alternating wide and narrow strips of split bamboo. Round, bent bamboo handles on either end. Light color wrapped bamboo on edges.
Age: Taisho Period (1912-1926)
Antique Japanese ikebana basket. Tall, arching handle and round form body made of split bamboo tightly woven in a horizontal chevron pattern. Portions of the handle are wrapped and held together with decorative knots. A wide mouth lends itself to many different arrangement styles.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 18 3/4" high x 9" wide
Antique Japanese scroll painting of a tiger crouching on a rocky outcropping. The tiger, who represents the wind and the West looks up into the sky at the gathering storm clouds. Large paws grip the rocks and the tip of it's tail peeks out from under the mossy overhanging. Painted in sumi-e ink on silk. Signed by the artist. With kiri wood tomobako.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: Total: 66 1/2" high x 20" wide (22 1/4" wide including rollers). Size of art: 41 ...
Antique pair of Japanese Buddhist shrine candle sticks. Made of bronze with a dark patina. Elongated stems with rounded bases and candle dishes.
Age: Taisho Period (1912-1926)
Dimensions: 19" high x 5 1/4" wide (at base)
18th to early 19th century iron Japanese sword tsuba with design of a shrew on a vine with ripe grapes, design continuing on the back. Crisp detailing, good design, gilded highlights, wonderful detailing in great condition. Height 2.82 inches.
19th century Edo period Japanese sword bronze kashira (metal pommel at the end of the hilt of a sword) with inlaid silver decoration of 2 cranes in flight. Wonderful design in Japanese taste, beautifully made piece, excellent crisp work with gilding to their claws, in great condition. Length 1.35 inches.
Early 19th century Edo period Japanese sword bronze kashira (metal pommel at the end of the hilt of a sword) with inlaid gold and silver decoration of various form of character FUKU (happiness). Wonderful design in Japanese taste, beautifully made piece, in great condition. Length 1.37 inches.
Japanese bronze rooster with artist sign.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th Century
Size: Height 29.8 C.M. / Width 13.3 C.M. / Thickness 9.8 C.M. (size excluding stand)
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
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