Carved Wood Dairi-Bina Imperial Couple, Signed

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1920: item #728681
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This wonderful seated pair of Emperor and Empress ningyo (doll) for Hina Matsuri (Girl’s Day Festival) are hand carved from wood and date to the early 20th century. They come in their original kiri wood tomobako (storage box), which is signed “Kocho” with the seal “Sugisaki.” Hand painted in strong, pure matte colors, this Imperial Couple was done in the Tempyo style, referring to the Nara costuming and hair styles associated with the Tempyo Era (722-748). The male figure (“o-bina”) holds a tama... Click for details

Pair Unrestored Edo P. Japanese Bunraku Ningyo Puppet

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #724448
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The female wears an outer kimono of brilliant orange silk embroidered with a phoenix and paulownia leaves over a brocade inner kimono patterned with multicolored florals. There si a chip on the nose and around the eyes, and a crack in the gofun on the right cheak. The male is in Orange silk pants with red kimono, an outer kimono of green with kinran threaded clouds and dragons. An imposing figure, his eyes open and close, move left to right, his mouth opens to a scream, and eyebrows raise and... Click for details

Antique Takeda Samurai Doll

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1920: item #722189

During the Edo Period, there was a time when puppet play became the most popular form of entertainment among the common people. At one time, they were so popular that Kabuki actors even began mimicking the movement of the puppets.

The era of Ningyo Joruri (puppet play later called Bunraku) began in 1684 when Takemoto Gidayu, a narrator, opened a theater in Dotonbori. He was joined by Chikamatsu Monzaemon, the ... Click for details

Japanese Boy’s Day Doll of Emperor Ojin

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1920: item #704610
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This wonderful Meiji period (1868-1912) Japanese Boys’ Day doll (“musha ningyo”) represents the Emperor Ojin. He is seated on a black wooden camp stool which sits on fur skin rug. He has glass eyes and a serene, enigmatic expression on his flesh-colored gofun (crushed oyster shell) face. An incredible level of attention to detail was paid to the textiles and warrior accessories on this ningyo. He is regally outfitted in a luxurious brocade kimono under his chased metal armor, and he wears a tall... Click for details

The God of Wealth and The God of Wisdom in a Sumo Match

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1837 VR: item #697626
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Early 19th Century Edo Period Japanese Takeda Isho Ningyo pair representing Daikoku, the God of Wealth and Fukurokuju, the God of Knowledge in a sumo match. Wonderfully rendered Ningyo in a rare and unique pose. Symbolic parody of wisdom over money. Subjects of Sumo are very sought after in Japan. A great find for Ningyo and Sumo Collectors. Overall Dimensions: 12 x 11 x 9.5 inches, 30.5 x 28 x 24 cm. Excellent Condition. From a prominent and widely exhibited collection.

Old Japanese Doll Takeda Ningyo, Edo Samurai

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #687239

Antique Takeda ningyo (doll) posing as an actor on stage from the Edo period. This type of doll in action with a dramatic facial expression and posture made the Takeda doll famous. The hair is raised as a part of the head indicating the doll was made earlier. The bottom of his haori jacket is extremely wide and has a wire placed inside along the edge to look as if the jacket's movement is flapping. There are damages on the textile and a hand. The large stain on his chest is actually the re... Click for details

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Gosho Doll c.1885

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #681845
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Antique Japanese Meiji Period c.1885 very large gosho doll. The size to begin with is very unusual and makes this doll the perfect decorative item on a chest or mantle. Featuring the sambosa new year's hat which most gosho dolls wore to perform the ritual new year's dance. The gosho ningyo or doll was so named as a souvenir for visitors to the ancient capital of Kyoto. They would visit the imperial palace where the emperor and empress resided called the 'Gosho' and take home a Gosho doll. This d... Click for details

Cute Japanese Antique Ceramic Samurai Boy Doll Ningyo

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #671782

Description: Japanese antique Ceramic Samurai Boy Doll.

Date: Taisho Peirod Early 20th Century

Condition: G... Click for details

Japanese Miniature Lacquer Doll Statue Chair or Stand

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #665673

Description: Vintage Japaense Black Lacquer Wooden Stand in the chair shape.

Date: Taisho Period 20th century

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Japanese Meiji Bamboo Ikebana Flower Basket Hanakago

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #664999

Description: Beautiful and skillful Japanese bamboo flower ikebana basket for floral arrangement with a very unusual heavy woven handle and body.

Date: Meiji period Mid to late 19th century.... Click for details