Japanese Lacquer Antique SHRINE Buddhist ZUSHI Meiji

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Devotional Objects Pre 1900: item #777063
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Measurements: 11" H x 7 1/2" L x 6" W Age: Meiji Period Condition; good, it has a part that is peeling because of age and normal scratches (please see photo closely) This is a Japanese Meiji period buddhist zushi altar. Traditionally use for butsudan, the inside is made of wood, lacquer and the maki-e gold paint inside. It has also a different colors on the top part of the design. There is a small drawer where you can put the candle on it. The doorknob is very unique old Japanese style.... Click for details

Exceptional Shokudai (candle holders). Edo, 19c.

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Devotional Objects Pre 1900: item #774213
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Exceptional bronze Shokudai(candle holders) in immaculate condition. Dimensions: H-77.5 cm, W-32cm(plate diameter).

Very Fine Altar Table , Late Edo-Meiji, 19c.

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Devotional Objects Pre 1900: item #773373
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Luminous Buddhist altar table. Beautifully lacquered flower motif. Excellent condition. Dimensions: 28.5cm/22.5cm/19.5cm.

An interesting BUDDHIST NYOI scepter

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Devotional Objects Pre 1837 VR: item #773132
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An interesting Buddhist nyoi scepter of natural, partly carved, root wood. It has a deep, reddish brown patina. Middle Edo period. L 41 cm. Condition: Good w. some wear and a minor, insignificant crack due to age (no breaks or losses).

Figure of Jizo with child on his knee, Japan, 19th c.

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Devotional Objects Pre 1900: item #771942
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Fine wooden sculpture of the bodhisattva Jizo sitting on a rock, one leg crossed, the other one down. On his knee sits a young boy. Jizo wears a typical head cover. Robes elegantly draped in this very delicate carving. Dark stained wood with eyes of glass. Japan, Edo period, 19th century.
H 8.25 inches (21 cm)
Attribute in his right hand ... Click for details

Natural Wood *SOLD* Kamidan Shrine for Two Figures

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Devotional Objects Pre 1920: item #768158
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Hand-shaped roof ridges and wooden pegs authenticate this little kamidan as a traditional house shrine from Old Japan. Two figures can be accomodated behind the doors. Each side has a block stand that can hold a figure or may be removed. Nice patina adds to the charm.
Dimensions:
Height: 93/4" ... Click for details

Large Temple Bell--Meiji 22 (1890)

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Devotional Objects Pre 1900: item #766738
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Venerable jade-colored bronze temple bell dating to the 22nd year of the Meiji period (1890). This bell has the following traditional features: twin-dragon hanging ring; functional and aesthetic nine-pronged repeating pattern; lower-area flower ornament pattern. According to its inscription, this bell was an offering to Gakujyouji temple (Inugamigun Toyosato village--Shiga). Traditionally, bells such as this are struck to call clergy together for Buddhist services. According to the Dharma Gupta ... Click for details

Antique Japanese Shokudai Bronze Candle Stands

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Devotional Objects Pre 1900: item #757387
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Japanese antique bronze Buddhist Temple candle stands, or shokudai. These stands date to the late Meiji-Period (c.1890), and come with their original signed box. They are in good overall condition, save for a few light scratches in the base from the tweezers and discoloration from hot wax drippings. They each measure roughly 27 inches tall and 11 inches in diameter at the base. The bases and candles holders are threaded for easy removal and storage. ... Click for details

19c Japanese copper Buddhist ALMS BOWL inscribed

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Devotional Objects Pre 1910: item #755999

Late Meiji period (1890s - 1912) Japanese copper Buddhist alms bowl with sides of modified flower petal shape and beautifully patterned outside surface. Simple elegant object with incredibly strong design, excellent patina, pleasantly heavy. Four characters on the bottom read KICHISAKU JOSHU, which can be translated as “This ordinary utensil is made with good luck”. Great subtle piece in excellent condition. Diameter at the widest 4 1/8 inches.

Huge Temple Bell, 1919 (Taisho 7)

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Devotional Objects Pre 1920: item #755846
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Venerable jade-colored bronze temple bell, dated 1919 (Taisho 7th). This bell has the traditional: twin-dragon hanging ring; functional and aesthetic nine-pronged repeating pattern; lower-area flower ornament pattern. According to its inscription, this bell was an offering to a temple. Traditionally, Buddhist bells like this one are struck to call people together to attend Buddhist services. According to the Dharma-gupta-vinaya Rules, "The bell was struck to summon monks and other Buddhist devot... Click for details