Japanese Gold Lacquered Lotus Flowers, early 19th C.

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture Pre 1837 VR: item #697514
R172

Japanese pair of very large gold lacquer on carved wood Lotus Flowers, 11 flowers in each pair for 22 all together, of them fully bloomed Lotus Flowers. Edo Period, Early 19th Century. They were likely used on the altar of a Buddhist temple, representing the full cycle of life. They have a rich gold patina. This size and condition are extremely rare and almost never found. Height of the tallest: 41.5 inches, 105.5 cm. Excellent Condition. From a prominent and widely exhibited collection. (Vase i... Click for details

Fine and Rare 18th Century Japanese Noh Theater Mask

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture Pre 1800: item #697419
R204

A Superb, Rare Pristine 18th Century Japanese Noh Theater Mask of Ko-jo, an elegant old man in Noh Drama. This mask is of the highest quality carved to dramatic perfection. Finely lacquered over wood. A magnificent addition for the serious Noh mask collection. 8 inches (20.5 cm) height x 5.5 inches width. Height with beard is 14.5 inches (37 cm). From a prominent and widely exhibited collection.

Japanese Antique Sculpture, Okimono of a Snow Monkey

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture Pre 1900: item #697415
R175

Antique Japanese Okimono Bamboo Sculpture of a Snow Monkey Holding a Peach. Unique master carving of wonderful charm and presence with a fine patina. A must for the monkey and Japanese enthusiast. 12 inches, 30.5 cm tall. Excellent Condition. From a prominent and widely exhibited collection.

Fine Jomon Period Dogu Figure from 800 BC

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture Pre AD 1000: item #697306
R188

Fine example of a Jomon Period Dogu, the earliest known Japanese figure. This figure was purchased in Japan and belonged to the renowned Japanese art historian, Shirley Day. She Confirms its authenticity and age. The Dogu acted as effigies of people. They manifested some kind of sympathetic magic. For example, it may have been believed that illnesses could be transferred into the Dogu, then destroyed, clearing the illness, or any other misfortune. Because of the ritual destruction of Dogu, they... Click for details

Antique Japanese Bronze Sculpture, Mermaid in Whirlpool

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture Pre 1910: item #697202
R41

Japanese Bronze Sculpture of a Mermaid in a Whirlpool. An exquisite example by the important artist Isihara of the type of Japanese art that was having a major influence on Art Nouveau. A rare example of this artist's work. 9.5 inches (24 cm) long. Excellent Condition. From a prominent and widely exhibited collection.

Early Edo Period Buddhist Sculpture, 17th Century

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture Pre 1700: item #697161
R136

17th Century Japanese Standing Buddha. A rare and fine example from the early Edo Period. Carved of Poloma wood with a rich dark patina. Complete with Stand and Mandala. It has a spiritual presence and a beautiful face to contemplate. 15 inches, 38 cm tall. From a prominent and widely exhibited collection.

Pair of Exquisite Gilded 18th Century Japanese Angels

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture Pre 1800: item #697153
R61

Pair of Exquisite Gilded 18th Century Japanese Angels Wood Sculpture. One angel has her scarf unfurled and caught in a tree. The other is up in the clouds in heaven. Legend has it the angel’s scarf is caught in a tree and did not allow her to heaven. A young man passing heard her and fell in love with her, but was distraught at her sadness and released her scarf so that she could fly back to heaven. Angel with scarf: 5 inches (13cm) long, Angel on clouds: 6 3/4 inches (17cm) long, height of both... Click for details

Antique Japanese Wood Carved Standing Daruma

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture Pre 1900: item #692533

Japanese antique standing figure of Bodidharma (Daruma) with fly whisk, carved of wood and lacquered, stands on separate lacquered wood base, Edo Period. total size (with stand): 36 1/4" high x 12" wide x 6 1/2" deep.

Stone Bato-Kannon Bodhisattva Jizo Buddha Edo 19 c.

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture Pre 1900: item #691620
170

Stone depiction of a standing Bato (Horse-Head) Kannon Bosatsu. Clearly dated to Keio 4 (1868), the final year of the Edo Period (1603–1868). Minor loss, most notably to the perimeter and to the horse-head atop the Kannon figure's head. Traces of the original polychrome. Very light lichen accumulation.

Height: 40.2 cm
Width of base: 19.5 cm... Click for details

Stone Amida Nyorai Buddha Fragment Muromachi 15 c.

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture Pre 1492: item #688976
161

Stone depiction of a seated Amida Buddha, the hands placed centrally on the lap in the Amida jo-in concentration mudra. Muromachi Period (1392–1568). Fragmented condition, the lower half of the piece having broken away at some point in the distant past. Light lichen accumulation.

Height: 24.5 cm
Width: 22.5 cm... Click for details