Two Antique Japanese Musha Warrior Ningyo Dolls

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #664997

Description: Set Of Two Antique Japanese Musha Warrior Ningyo doll on stands.

Date: Meiji Peiod 19th Century

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Vintage Japanese Ichimatsu Friendship Samurai Doll

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1910: item #664995

Description: Vintage Japanese Ichimatsu Samurai Ningyo Doll with gufon face and glass eye.

Date: Taisho Period Early 20th Century

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Antique Meiji Empress Jingu Retainer Hina Doll c.1870

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #662105
KA13

The only female doll associated with the Boy's Day Festival. This is Empress Jingu's retainer kneeling on one knee. Pant legs a bit worn but otherwise the face and hands in great shape. c.1870. (11½" x 9") (29cm x 23cm). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $70.

Splendid 19th Century Momotaro the Peach Boy Doll

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #653610
R187

A fine Late 19th Century (circa 1880) Meiji Period Gosho Ningyo of Momotaro the Peach Boy, based on a famous Japanese legend. This beautiful Gosho is elaborately detailed and fully armored, holding a banner with peach finial. The peach symbol appears several times on this magical Gosho. His wonderful face expresses his nobility. Carved entirely of wood and covered with highly burnished Gofun. 13 inches (33cm) height.

Early and Fine Example of Kintaro, Boys' Day Doll

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #653570
R194

A one of a kind, very large early example of this Musha-Ningyo (Boys' Day Figure). This legendary figure first appeared for Boys Day in the late 19th Century. He is the Japanese equivalent to Hercules. He is always shown with a ruddy complexion, as seen in Japanese woodblock prints, scrolls and screens. He is a magnificent sculpture, Iki and Gosho in style. He holds an Axe and wears a sumptuous embroidery brocade featuring a mythical Turtle. 19th Century (circa 1880). 29 inches (74cm) height. ... Click for details

18th Century Fine and Rare Kato Kiyomasa Doll

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1800: item #653569
R195

This very fine Late 18th Century Ningyo was made for the Daimyo Class. These rare pieces are highly regarded in Japan. This is an unusually large Musha- Ningyo of the hero Kato Kiyomasa, who accompanied Hideyoshi on his campaign against Korea. He was famous for his bravery. He has a great face of carved wood and finely burnished Gofun, and is dressed in the sumptuous textiles of a rich green velvet coat with gold dragons. He wears a spectacular helmet, possesses a fantastic sword, and wields an... Click for details

Fine 19th Century Bunraku Puppet of a Sambaso Dancer

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #653568
R196

Fine Meiji Period (circa 1870) Bunraku Puppet of a Sambaso Dancer. This rare puppet is operated by three Puppet Masters, who make it come to life to present a magical theatrical experience. He is carved of wood and covered with Gofun. He wears a rich blue and red robe with white under robe, and his head is adorned with a gold and black velvet hat. An embroidery Crane graces his back. The bells on his feet sound when he dances. 35 inches (89cm) height.

Rare Set of Five 18th Century Japanese Musician Dolls

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1800: item #653566
R191

Late 18th Century Gonin-Bayashi, Five Japanese Musicians displayed on a Hina stand. This set was made as an addition to those Ningyo already displayed on a tiered stand. They imitate a Noh orchestra. This set has very finely carved faces, covered with burnished Gofun. Because of their size and age, these are highly desired by collectors. Average height of figures is 4 inches (10 cm).

Antique Edo Period c.1860 Japanese Samurai Doll

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #650447
KA349

This fabulously attired 'ningyo' antique Japanese samurai doll is part of the 'gempuku' ceremony which was a rite participated in by every samurai male child sometime between the ages of ten and fifteen. The gempuku ceremony represented a boy's transition to manhood. Within the samurai classes, this was symbolized by the shaving of the front locks of hair and the wearing of adult clothing and the adoption of a new, adult name. The ningyo here is serious and martial, which typifies the Edo aesthe... Click for details

Antique Japanese Regal Meiji Period Samurai Doll c.1885

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #648115
KA221

Striking Meiji antique Japanese samurai boy's day doll. This figure is Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the second great shogun and unifier of Japan. He rose from being a stable boy to one of the greatest generals in Japanese history. He holds the shogun's sceptor in his right hand and wears the rare nobleman's Chinese style cap with side 'wings'. The silk kesa costume is impeccable as are the gofun painted face and hands. Excellent condition. c.1885. (16" x 12" x 8") (40cm x 30cm x 20cm). EMS Shipping/Insur... Click for details