All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre 1900 item #1313254
Height approximately 12.5 cm. In good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Ceramics : Pre 1920 item #1312844
Antique Vietnamese bowl with goldenrod celadon crackle glaze. The outer rim has two sets of incised parallel lines. The inside center has five textured points in a star formation with thick pooled black glaze. The bottom half of the bowl has textured vertical striations with rich glaze pooling around the foot. Dates from Tran Dynasty 13th/14th century. From a private California collection. Size: 4" height, 6.5" width
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1492 item #1312792 (stock #1008)
Chinese Ming dynasty blue and white small jar square shape. 8 cm high. 5 cm wide. Good conditions.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1492 item #1312785 (stock #1006)
Ming 15th century interregnum period blue and white dish, rounded side with raising rim and glazed base, dish decorated with under glaze blue of flying two phoenix motif among the flowery motif. 25 cm diameter. dish in good condition except found short hairlines at the rim. Please see on the picture.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1492 item #1312591 (stock #TR 2649)
A rare sample of Song - Yuan dynasty longquan celadon large dish with large dragon motif, dish has been broken and re attach restruck please see picyire for detail, size: 34.5 cm diameter.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Glass : Pre 1900 item #1312383 (stock #639)
A nice beijing opaque yellow glass facetted bottle vase. Engraved four-character Xianfeng Mark, but probably 20th century. H : 18,8 cm. Condition : Perfect.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1920 item #1312338
Antique Chinese set of four (4) porcelain plaques in hardwood frames. Each plaque has a short poem and is signed by the artist Cheng Yi Ting (1895-1948). Two adorable small birds appear on each plaque surrounded by lotuses. Size : 16.25" height, 9.25" width
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Wood : Pre 1910 item #1312186 (stock #1101)
A large bamboo 'vase', inset with carved ivory and mother of pearl, depicting two Samurai warriors...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1800 item #1312142 (stock #2894)
A fine moulded porcelain dish of “Ko Sometsuke” kaiseki type decorated in underglaze blue largely in kakiwake, reverse painted style, with a floral arabesque to the rim. The cavetto plainly painted in blue wash and the well of the dish painted with auspicious pendant Buddhist jewels, yoraku, with three reserves each containing a figure of a Namban in a spotted tunic and hose with a ruff to his neck, and a matching frills to his waist and the hem of his tunic...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1492 item #1312050 (stock #TR 2645)
A Song - Yuan dynasty longquan celadon plate with two fish motif, outer wall with carved lotus petal motif, good condition no chip no crack no restoration, size: 13 cm diameter.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1910 item #1312037 (stock #TRC1564)
This nikuchi, or seal paste box, was created by one of the very few Imperial Court Artists of late Meiji and bears an attractive and subtle design etched on the cover. Seal paste boxes are used to hold the red ink paste used for endorsing official documents and works of art by way of an in-kan (official seal)...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1900 item #1312030 (stock #0256)

Rugged, heavy, startlingly strong and breathtakingly beautiful, Iga ware has a special place in the heart of every collector of tea ceremony items. For many, it is the epitome of Japanese ceramics. From the combination of the potters' hands and the clay itself — at its best, Iga appears to be born rather than made. With Iga ware, nothing is hidden...

All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : African : Sculpture : Pre 1920 item #1311867 (stock #0255)

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This exquisite casting head is a fine example of one of the most famous metalworking traditions in world history. The details on this head are stunning, from the splendid facial expression, to the detailed rendering of its formal crown. One can only imagine the true splendor of the old court of Ife.

The present head is an early 20th Century copy modeled after the great Yoruba center at Ife dating originally approximately 1100 -1450 A.D...

All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1700 item #1311806 (stock #0254)

Love at first sight! From deep inside the cultural heart of the Japanese Edo Period we are proud to present you another stunning Chawan from our collection...

All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Furniture : Pre 1920 item #1311727
Antique Chinese set of four hardwood nesting tables with central burl tops in a gorgeous deep red lacquer original finish. Provenance: S. I. Hayakawa, the renowned semanticist who defied striking student radicals at San Francisco State University in the late 1960s and subsequently was elected to the U.S. Senate. Size : 22" height, 22" width, 22" depth
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Furniture : Pre 1920 item #1311671
Very unusual rare Japanese low tansu with a dark original lacquer finish, wonderful burl front drawers, hirute style handles, an unusual side locking box with many small brush drawers inside. Very charming and a true one of a Kind piece. Meiji Period (1868 - 1912) All original and exceptional quality. Meiji Period (1868 - 1912) Size: 29" height, 45" length, 17" depth
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Furniture : Pre 1920 item #1311669
A true Original antique tibetan lacquer trunk with hand-painted dragons on the top and sides in bright green and red pigment. The sides of the chest have the image of a gold pigment horse. Wonderful size, full of color and gorgeous detail.

early 19th century, Nearly impossible to find true old tibetan pieces anymore.

Size: 11.75" height, 38.5" length, 12" depth
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1900 item #1311569 (stock #G0757)
A beautiful late 19th C. Chinese genuine antique bamboo opium pipe with famille rose porcelain tray and silver lamp. In very good condition except there is couple old crack on the bamboo pipe, please see the photos. L:59cm
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : African : Pre 1920 item #1311535 (stock #0253)

From our family collection of antique and vintage African Art we present you an antique wooden Aghogho mask from the early 20th. century, approx. 90-100 years old. It is 42 cm high and is in great condition with no repairs.

Unique objects from West Africa still have the power to surprise and challenge even the most astute and knowledgeable collector. Its' the case with this wonderful mask...

All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Sculpture : Pre 1700 item #1311522 (stock #0252)

Very aesthetic Chinese stone Buddha head, massiv and solid with no repairs. Great antique condition. Our family property since 1935. It can be visited in our private home in Germany or in our gallery in Luxembourg on appointment.

It dates from the Ming Dynasty or earlier. Weight appr. 16 kg!!!

We hereby confirm its authenticity...

All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre 1900 item #1311474
Diameter approximately 21.5 cm. Height approximately 28 cm (including stand). In good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Furniture : Pre 1920 item #1311438
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A beautiful Chinese huanghuali stool, Full carbon dated Report: circa 1750. Glowing original finish in wonderful condition. Stunning wood grain. Circa: 18th/19th Century Size: 19.5" height, 16" width, 15.5" depth
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Earthenware : Pre 1800 item #1311398 (stock #TRC1561)
Thick feldspar glaze highlighted by reddish ore seeping from the iron-rich clay, this is a very attractive Shino vessel that may have originally been a yunomi but was later fitted with a silver globe and repurposed as an incense burner (koro). In Japan extending the useful life of a piece—by converting it to another use or perhaps by mending broken pieces (kintsugi)—is a common practice which demonstrates a deep consideration and respect for ceramic works of art...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1910 item #1311395 (stock #TRC1560)
This chawan was made by the 8th generation Ohi Chozaemon (1851-1927) based in Kanazawa and is done in a style known as “ameyu” or candy glazing. The glazing is a wonderful example of ameyu and, in fact, approximates the color of a caramel candied-apple. The interesting color scheme and glossy sheen make it an attractive backdrop for a frothy bowl of dark green matcha. While some tea bowls may look best in the confines of a dimly lit tea room, this bowl looks much better in bright light...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Folk Art : Pre 1900 item #1311377 (stock #1469)
A VeryLarge Fine/Rare Korean Hae-Tae Shaped Wood Canddle Stick Stand-19th C.: with an onriginal panel stand. korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th century. Made of polychromed pigments and carved wood, the mythical animal recumbent with legs tucked in, the broad face modeled with large upturned bulging eyes under thick eyebtows, above the large smiling mouth set with a row of teeth, pierced with a large aperture for holding a large candle holders, with stand...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pottery : Pre 1700 item #1311291 (stock #1000)
Chinese Ming 16th century sancai dish decorated with fish motive. 27,2 cm diameter. 4,3 cm high. Conditions : Have small chipped at the rim and glaze peel at one area (please see on the pictures) no crack, no repair or additional colour.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pottery : Pre 1900 item #1311118 (stock #0998)
Chinese yixing zisha purple clay teapot. Qing dynasty. mark at the base and inside the lid. Good conditions except small chipped at the spout and the lid. Size : 17,5 cm wide. 9 cm high. Please check at http://www.ebay.com/itm/-/231706647389?
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Korean : Metalwork : Pre 1900 item #1310960 (stock #1468)
A Very Heavy/Large/Fine Octagonal Bronze Brazier/Incised Deco.-19th C.: Korea, Joseon dynasty, 19th century...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Woodblock Prints : Pre 1920 item #1310857
Antique Japanese book of 34 various woodblock prints. Each page vividly depicts a story, with bright color and exciting subjects. The outside is covered in brick red fabric with flowers. Size: 13.5" x 9" x .75"
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Netsuke and Related : Pre 1900 item #1310824 (stock #115)
19th Century, Boxwood Netsuke finely hand-carved and engraved boxwood netsuke depicting a squatting Karako (Chinese Boy), wearing the customary Chinese garb, hiding an Okame mask behind his back...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Metalwork : Pre 1920 item #1310734
Hard to find, 19th Japanese articulated spiny lobster. Loss case method of solid copper. Each piece is meticulously cast and fitted with all 10 legs and long antenna. Fully articulated and movable, the lobster if fully splayed for viewing on a complex mounted stand.

For a similar example, see Meiji No Takara, Metalwork II, number 112.
Original eyes with no missing pieces. High quality custom iron stand is included.

Early Meiji Period (1868 - 1912)
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1700 item #1310571 (stock #0995)
Chinese Ming dynasty swatow polychrome dish decorated with Islamic or Arabic inscriptions. 24,7 cm diameter. Good condition except two small fritting at the rim. No additional colour or repair.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Pre AD 1000 item #1310563 (stock #1-0909)
Head of a moustached nobleman, wearing an elaborate turban, with an interesting mixture of Greek and Indian features. Grey schist. Pakistan, Gandhara Graeco-Buddhist period, 1st to 3rd century. The head is nicely munted on a custom stand. Height (without stand): 4 1/2" (11,4 cm). Nose and chin slightly chipped, otherwise good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre AD 1000 item #1310463 (stock #0674)
Rare Japanese 7th Century Asuka Period Buddha of Paloma Wood. Beautiful patina and wood grain. The Asuka Period is known for its significant artistic, social, and political transformations, having their origins in the late Kofun period but largely affected by the arrival of Buddhism from China. The introduction of Buddhism marked a change in Japanese society. The Asuka period is also distinguished by the change in the name of the country from Wa to Nihon. 12.75h x 9.5w x 4.25d, 32.5h x 24w ...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre AD 1000 item #1310460
A Han dynasty bronze hu vase. Raised on high, cupped foot. The body cast with three grooves bands around the circumference and below the girth. Another three grooved bands (one smaller) above the girth. Two mask handles with loose rings (original to the vase) on opposing sides of the shoulder. One larger grooved band under the rim. Condition sound with the vessel of solid casting, no active rust and good patina. Some old losses along the foot rim and holes under the girth on one side possibly fr...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1900 item #1310459 (stock #0673)
Spectacular and dramatic Japanese Bunraku Puppet of a Sambaso dancer, rooted in myth, religion, and rituals performed at Shinto shrines and the imperial court, rituals aimed at conjuring up the gods. Has articulated eyes, mouth and arms making an array of wonderful expressions. He is holding his bell rattle, wearing a silk costume and a lacquered hat, presented on a classic Bunraku Puppet stand. 25.5 inches (65cm) tall.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Woodblock Prints : Pre 1920 item #1310298
Antique Japanese book of 24 delightful woodblock prints, all with beautiful ladies in kimonos in various court scenes. The book can be read front or backwards and is covered by woven blue fabric with orange flowers. Most likely a gallery collection from the meiji period. Size : 9.5" x 7" x 1"
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR item #1310290 (stock #636)
Well potted porcelain body, decorated in an very nice underglaze Cobalt blue with Chrysanthemum and Cloud scrolls. The enameled iron red ground is over the glaze. Seventeenth century or later. Diameter : 17,2 cm. H : 6,4 cm. Condition : Perfect. Provenance : Old south German collection. As a reference please have a look at : Sothebys New York, Important Chinese works of Art, 17 – 118 March 2015, Lot 268
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Baskets : Pre 1920 item #1310217
Exceptionally beautiful Japanese basket for ikebana (art of flower arranging). The handle is made with natural burl Cherry branch. The body is globular with large woven bamboo and a wide, flat rim. Perfect condition. Taisho Period (circa 1920's) Size: 18" height, 9.5" width
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Furniture : Pre 1920 item #1309984
Large Chinese hardwood burl stand with a beautiful, asymmetrical shape with plenty of knots, crevices, and holes. Beautiful original piece and wonderful woodgrain. Makes an excellent stool. 19th Century Size: 13" height, 17" width, 14" depth
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Metalwork : Pre 1700 item #1309803 (stock #2893)
A fine Chinese bronze Gu, beaker, form flower vase of elegant elongated form cast with geometric, principally leiwen patterns, with zoomorpihic elements based on a Shang precedent. The design here largely adapted from examples to be found in the famous Song catalogue “Xuanhe Bogu Tu”, notably one example with two opposing worm like creatures incorporated in the central band of decoration. The casting is of excellent quality with a good patina. Dating probably late Ming. The vase measures 27...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1920 item #1309785 (stock #TRC1557)
Know more for his works of powdery-blue celadon, on occasion Sozan also produced fine white porcelains as well. This delicately-crafted porcelain kashibachi (sweets bowl) is one such example. Displaying a wonderful low-relief vine and leaf pattern on a backdrop of nearly eggshell thin ivory-white porcelain—this is a rare and interesting composition by Sozan I.

Suwa Sozan I (1852—1922) was born in an area of what is known today as Ishikawa prefecture. After a short stint in the m...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Metalwork : Pre 1920 item #1309767 (stock #pd867)
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Wonderful unusual round bronze suiban or ikebana flower vessel from the late Taisho Period c.1920. Subtle silver inlay fence and small flowers in relief. Excellent condition, no dents or cracks. 10" diameter and stands on tripod legs 2 1/2" tall. Ask for shipping quote.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Pottery : Pre 1492 item #1309766 (stock #0250)

Here is another stunning chawan from our collection - one of the oldest available chawans in the world, already exhibited in a museum and published in books!

Nogime (hare's fur) Tenmoku tea bowl from the Jian Kilns - made in the Northern Song Period. This is one of the first tea bowls in Japan, which came together with the first tea from China. More than 1000 years old!

Little refined iron bearing clay, with iron oxide, thrown into the typical tenmoku shape. The bowl was ...

All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Furniture : Pre 1920 item #1309730
Antique Japanese Solid keyaki (elm) low tansu from the Yonezawa region. The top long drawer has an iron locking plate in it center, incised with bamboo leaves, and two sliding doors below. Very heavy solid original piece. 100% original condition and finish. Meiji age (1868-1912) Size: 18.75" height, 34.25" width, 16.25" depth
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Earthenware : Pre 1920 item #1309729
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Antique Japanese large oribe bowl with cream crackle glaze, short basket style handles with bright blue-green glaze dripping down the sides of the bowl, designs of wavy lines and dots along the rim, bold floral patterns on the interior, swirling pattern on the foot. A truly beautiful piece. 19th century. All original condition. Size: 7.25" height, 15.5" width
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Textiles : Pre 1920 item #1309657
Beautiful antique Japanese Saki Ori vest made out of cotton reinforced with hemp stitching. Areas of indigo with red stitching have an effect to appear purple. Sashiko-stitched inset in the shoulder traditionally added to strengthen this part of the garment. Trim and hems are in flat indigo cotton. This type of vest was intended to be used in the mountains, for cutting and carrying wood for household use for charcoal. Great Wall piece! Wonderful Original Condition. Age: Taisho Period (19...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Porcelain : Pre 1492 item #1309616 (stock #635)
Well potted porcelain jarlet, decorated in underglaze Cobalt blue with Ruyi-shaped panels , divided by Pendent Tassels encircling the body. Ming Dynasty, Yongle Period ( 1403 - 1424 ). Diameter : 7,5 cm. H : 5,9 cm. Condition : Perfect.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Sculpture : Pre 1900 item #1309555 (stock #0249)

Large and well hand carved Chinese wooden statue of Confucius from the Qing Period, around 1850.

It is made of one piece of wood and has a fine red laquer and rests of gilt color. Very nice display item!

Confucius was a Chinese teacher, editor, politician, and philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period of Chinese history.

The philosophy of Confucius emphasized personal and governmental morality, correctness of social relationships, justice and sincerity. His ...

All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1700 item #1309554 (stock #0248)

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Another beautiful chawan from our familiy collection: square cylinder shaped (hanzutsu) tea bowl made of light, fine, unrefined Mino clay, with a flaring mouth in shape of a half pipe.

Shape and style make it appear contemporary with the late Oribe bowls. The expertly thrown body is covered with the typical black oniita engobe inside and outside - with the exception of the bottom - over which a white, feldspatic Shino glaze has been poured. Just the...

All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1900 item #1309547 (stock #TRC1555)
This lovely Ido-gata shaped chawan has very nice asymmetrical balance highlighted by extensive and skillfully applied kintsugi gold repairs. The inside bottom of the bowl is covered in a green glaze resembling a carpet of fine moss which stands out nicely agains the backdrop of the ashen-colored crackled glazing of the walls of the bowl.

Stemming from the philosophy of wabi-sabi or, beauty in the imperfect, cracks and repairs in a work of pottery are often seen as highlighting the h...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1700 item #1309502 (stock #2992)
A dish decorated in a Chinese literati style with a composition featuring principally a scholar’s refuge, Ting (Chinese), Teshi (Japanese ) beneath a rather curious gnarled tree with fan like foliage, presumably a Pine, and an auspicious ruyi (lingzhi) cloud pattern. This cloud motif, unki-zu, is essentially Chinese, xiangyun, relying on the homophone yun, yun, cloud, which sounds like yun, good luck or fortune, combined with Tian, heaven, so signifying heaven sent good luck. The design clearl...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1700 item #1309494 (stock #2891)
A circular dish with slightly everted rim decorated with a landscape freize to the cavetto. The pattern is split into equal halves, by a zigzagging screen wall on one side, and an S shaped motif with ruyi cloud shaped motifs. The first portion of the design shows a pair of scholar’s playing Go sitting beneath a Bodri Tree set in a landscape with a scholar’s refuge cum tea house and oddly oversized autumn flowers, kikyo, bell flowers, and suisen, Japanese narcissus. The second portion a mou...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1700 item #1309492 (stock #2890)
A circular dish with slightly everted rim decorated with a landscape freize to the cavetto. The pattern is split into equal halves, by a zigzagging screen wall on one side, and an S shaped motif with ruyi cloud shaped motifs. The first portion of the design shows a pair of scholar’s playing Go sitting beneath a Bodri Tree set in a landscape with a scholar’s refuge cum tea house and oddly oversized autumn flowers, kikyo, bell flowers, and suisen, Japanese narcissus. The second portion a mou...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Paintings : Pre 1900 item #1309463 (stock #TRC1554)
This poem, inscribed with Rengetsu’s unmistakeable flowing calligraphic script, is set on a backdrop of colored washi paper decorated with gold flecks and intricate renderings of magical forest spirits. The spirits are drawn using “gofun”—a calcium carbonate powder obtained by heating and grinding oyster shells collected around the Inland Sea coast. Due to the luminiferous properties of gofun, the spirits seem to appear and disappear depending on the light and the angle of viewing—add...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1920 item #1309445
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Antique Japanese Nabeshima ware bowl, with cobalt blue design of waves and an array of scholar objects in mint green, lilac, yellow, and red glaze. Edges are decorated with "comb" design along foot. Underside has interesting signature mark of a budding flower. 19th century. Size: 6" diameter, 1.5" height
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Furniture : Pre 1920 item #1309437
Charming Antique Japanese box with large lid, lacquered red and black with mother of pearl inlay. Black lacquer mon of pine tree and writing in black, heavy iron hardware. Has original holes for tying top to bottom for travel. The inscription on both sides state the name of the confectioner. Trans: Confectioners Matsuzaka Asano Rokkado. Late Edo Period- Meiji Period (19th century). Size: 17" high x 16" wide x 13 1/2" deep.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Furniture : Pre 1910 item #1309436
Antique Japanese merchant's chest (choba tansu), made of sugi (cryptomeria) wood with dark red lacquer finish, 4 exterior drawers and safe box with 2 small interior drawers. Beautiful heavy iron hardware including elaborate bracing on front frame, wooden bracing on sides and back. From the Mikuni area in Japan. Edo Period (late 18th Century. Stunning original Condition. Size: 32 1/2" high x 38" wide x 18" deep.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Lacquer : Pre 1920 item #1309369
The Hiramaki-e technique, which dates from the latter part of the Heian Period (794-1185), was preceded by Togidashi maki-e, a technique in which not only the design, but the whole surface is covered with clear lacquer after the sprinkling of metal powder. The lacquer is then polished down to reveal the design.

The Japanese letter box is decorated in low relief of mountainous terrain and a stylized linear mist or cloud line. The interior ground is lacquered and sprinkled with gold fl...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1800 item #1309327 (stock #2889)
A moulded hexagonal bowl, hakkaku hachi, decorated to the exterior with an iron red ground inset with alternating reserves containing ribbon bound scrolls, makimono, and artemisin leaves, mogusa-ha, two of the Eight Chinese precious objects, Babao, hachitakara, and a band of stylised eight petal flowers, presumably Tessen the clematis flower, with leaves and pine branches. The interior divided into four brocade panels, each with a reserve containing, respectively auspicious Chrysanthemums and Ro...