Japanese Meiji Bronze Mirror Kagami Tortoise Crane Pine

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Metalwork Pre 1900: item #552493

Japanese round-form bronze kagami (mirror) decorated in high relief with a finely detailed motif of cranes among pines. The perforated knob in the center, which is designed to hold a tassel, is in the form of a tortoise. Meiji period (late 19th century). 4 3/4" diameter. Excellent condition. For centuries, mirrors were customarily given to temples and shrines as offerings to deities.

Japanese Early 20th Century Pair of Brass Candlesticks

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Metalwork Pre 1920: item #552108
H-59

Japanese early 20th century pair of brass candlesticks. The pair was at one time converted into western style lamps and the black wooden bases were added at that time. The wide base and top is done in a chrysanthemum blossom shape with 16 petals. The candlesticks measure 23" tall, 6 1/2" diameter at the base and 3 1/2" diameter at top. Price is for "as is" condition. Still a great pair of candlesticks.

Japanese Early 20th Century Rabbit Design Usubata

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Metalwork Pre 1920: item #551862
BNO-08

Japanese early 20th century period bronze USUBATA. This USUBATA is wonderfully designed with rabbits and a utensil to pound rice cakes with. The rabbits, one on each side form unique handles for the USUBATA flower container. Unsigned. It measures 11 1/2" tall, 11 1/2" in diameter at the top and 6" in diameter at the bottom.

JAPANESE MEIJI SILVER MIXED METALS BOWL SIGNED

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Metalwork Pre 1900: item #549315
200625

Fine Japanese Meiji sterling silver tripod bowl. Beautifully engraved with chrysanthemums and enriched with inlaid gold.

This rare piece of silver is signed by the artist, by the maker and perhaps by the metalworker who crafted it.This is a heavily built bowl with impeccable finishing.

Height is 4 1/2", diameter is 8 1/4". Condition is very goo... Click for details

A Rare & Unusual Japanese Bronze Buddha. Edo Period.

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Metalwork Pre 1800: item #549095
b809

A Good Japanese Bronze Buddha. Edo Period.

Ht. 11 ins. (28 cms) This unusual Buddha is seated on a lotus supported on a six legged pedestal. On the front are two strange creatures with straps across their chests and with pointed lower garments between their legs. Behind these figures are traces of red pigment. It is in very good condition with the expected casting imperfections but with no damage, except for a very sli... Click for details

Pair of Japanese Antique Bronze Vases with Dragons

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Metalwork Pre 1900: item #548715

Beautiful antique Japanese bronze vases with raised design of dragons on one side and phoenixes on the other, each vase inscribed, label states that these vases were presented by Members of Congress of Fukuoka Prefecture, Meiji Period (1868-1912). Size: 11 1/2" high x 6" wide.

Japanese Early 20th Century Bronze Flower Container

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Metalwork Pre 1920: item #547955
H-101

Japanese early 20th century bronze Ikebana flower container. The container has a pair of dragons done in high relief on the front and back. The entire piece sits on 4 legs. The container is signed by the artist on the bottom. The piece measures 16 1/2" long, 14" wide and 6" tall.

Antique Japanese Menuki Silver Bracelet, Edo period

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Metalwork Pre 1837 VR: item #547332
021006-02

A nineteenth century menuki mounted onto a “one size fits all” silver bracelet. The piece depicts two shishi, a mother and child. Menuki originate from the handle of a Japanese samurai sword to aid with grip and serve as symbolic décor. A matching pair is attached to the hilt of the sword and is then covered by silk string braided around the handle. They are made of iron, inlaid with silver and overlaid with high karat gold. This menuki is in excellent condition, creating a delicately detaile... Click for details

Antique Japanese Sword Tsuba

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Metalwork Pre 1900: item #546923
013006C-35

This simple tsuba is made of copper and shows a subtle ring of oxidization. It came from a smaller sword known as a tanto. This only damage is a small ding on the beveled edge of the tsuba.

Dimensions: 2" x 1.3"

Bronze (2-pc) Usubata Vase for Ikebana

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Metalwork Pre 1920: item #546748
201-5N-474

This is a gorgeous 2-piece bronze Usubata vase with a tray-like piece fitting into an urn. The urn features striking animal handles and has applied gold and silver tsuru, or cranes, and what appears to be a rising sun. It stands on three curved feet. This piece dates from the late Meiji or early Taisho period (1890-1920)
Height: Total: 10-3/4" ... Click for details