Award Winning Takeda Doll, Japanese Samurai Ningyo

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1920: item #636205

Japanese Takeda ningyo (dolls), 17 1/4" tall (to tip of his hair). Takeda dolls are modeled after the characters from 17 - 19th century Japanese theater play. They are known for exaggerated postures and often with a vivid expression of the Kabuki actors or Jyoruri puppets on stage from the period.

This doll is holding up a "takafuda (or kousatsu, seisatsu)" in one hand and a calligraphy brush in the other. "taka... Click for details

Antique Japanese Dairi-Bina Hina Emperor Doll c.1900

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1910: item #634657
KA1

A lovely example of an antique Japanese hina Girls' Day Festival doll with a Kyoto nishiki silk costume. Carved detail of the hands dates this piece to late Meiji. Slight wear on the nose tip and around the left eyelid due to age. Detracts little from the stunning appearance. Inset glass eyes; simple black ho hat. c.1890 - 1910. (13" x 13") (33cm x 33cm). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $75.

Old Mame Ningyo Doll in Antique Japanese Lacquer Box

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1920: item #628772

Exceptionally beautiful Japanese lacquer box with a small doll, mame ningyo (pea sized doll) inside. This must have been some girl's (or woman’s) treasure box sometime ago. It may have been a gift from her mother or grandmother. The lacquer box is decorated with auspicious designs of a long tailed turtle (minogame) emerging from a stream, pine, bamboo and rocks on the bank with a crane flying above. These are done in tones of gold on a roiro ground, the rocks in takamakie (raised gold) ... Click for details

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Boy's Day Horse c.1880

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #628658
KA20

In excellent shape, this antique Japanese Boy's Day festival horse stands on a unique stand covered in silk cloth. The stirrups (habumi) are painted in black lacquer, with a regally decorated saddle. c.1880. (12" x 13") (30cm x 33cm). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $60.

Fushimi Clay Antique Japanese Boy's Day Samurai c.1860

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #627511
KA318

This antique Japanese 'tsuchi ningyo' or fired clay samurai is called a Nagahama Ningyo because it was a souviner from the great castletown of Nagahama in Ishimi-Han in Late Edo (1860). Craftsman started making clay dolls here from 1764. The technique is called 'suyaki' (terracota) whereby clay is hand pressed into molds in halves and then put together and fired. Natural dye paint ornamentation is then applied after. This samurai is the legendary Minamoto Yoshitsune, who holds almost mythical st... Click for details

Antique Japanese Samurai Boys Day Festival Doll c.1880

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #627413
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This samurai is Minamoto Yoshitsune a principle hero figure depicted in the arts and literature of Japan. Unworldly displays of filial piety, perserverence, and courage made him a model worth emulating. Face in excellent condition. No helmet and slight wear around the hem of his costume but otherwise fanastic for its age. c.1880. (12" x 10") (30cm x 26cm). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $80.

Samurai Japanese Musha Ningyo Doll

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1920: item #627336

Samurai Yoritomo (Minamonoto) Japanese Doll, first Kamakura Shogun dressed in Suoh, high ranking Samurai's attire in Kamakura Period. The doll was possibly made by Maruhei in Kyoto. Circa Taisho period, 1920-1930. Damages in the black cloth hat.

The measurements: 14 inches to the tip of his hair and 13 inches across the sleeves at the bottom when the doll is displayed. The bow is a new addition.

Fantastic 19th C. Badminton Paddle,Elaborately Designed

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #626881
R169

Meiji Period (circa 1890) Japanese Hago-ita (Battledore or Badminton) Paddle in its original display case. It is very rare to find one from this time period, especially with its original case. A deluxe example that is enhanced with three dimensional objects. We have never seen such a wonderful and elaborate Hago-ita. 26 inches 66 cm) tall with case. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.

Beautiful Meiji Period Japanese Empress Girls Day Doll

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #626880
R123

Early Meiji Period (circa 1880) Japanese Empress Hina Ningyô (Girls Day Doll) She really has quite a regal presence. She wears wears the many layered Kimono of Royalty, featuring elaborate embroidery. She has a beautifully carved face, covered with Gofun (Oyster Shell Lacquer). Her fantastic crown is something special. 11.5 inches (29 cm) high and 12 inches (30.5 cm) wide. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.

Japanese Isho Ningyo of Tenjin, God of Knowledge Doll

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #626878
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Early Meiji Period (circa 1880) Japanese Isho Ningyô of Sugawara no Michizane dressed in court attire. After his death, he was deified as Tenjin, the God of Literature and Knowledge. He gives an impressive appearance, elegant and commanding. His face bears an imperial expression. 28 inches, 71 cm. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.