Japanese Okinawa Bingata Kimono Stencils, Set Of 3

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Okimono Pre 1950: item #628659
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Set of Three Japanese bingata kimono stencils from Okinawa. The Okinawa Islands in the south of Japan were formally a kingdom known as the Ryukyu Kingdom with their own distinct culture. The textiles display bold, vivacious designs and bright colors. They were primarily for the royalty only, until of late. The first of the set of three is of pine, flowers, grasses and streams. The second features a gorgeous mix of plum blossoms and pines while the last stencil has a flowing bouquet ... Click for details

Japanese Silver Bronze Deer And Fawn, Signed c.1950

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Okimono Pre 1950: item #622744
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Antique Japanese silver deer pair signed by Hayashi Manjujin, c.1950. He was recognized by the government 50 years ago as an important metal artist and is from Hiroshima. He is known for metal sculptures around the city after the war. This mother - fawn pair is exceptional in its expression and bronze cratsmanship. c.1960. (Deer 11" x 9" Foal 8" x 5") (Deer 28cm x 23cm Foal 20cm x 13cm). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $90.

Signed Yoshitsugu Takaoka Bronze Flower Vase c.1940

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Okimono Pre 1940: item #605482
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Takaoka bronzes have been famous ever since the Takaoka Clan summoned the seven leading casting experts to its employ in 1611. This antique Japanese bronze flower vase is signed "Yoshitsugu" on the bottom. It has a beautiful color which was achieved by painting a mixture of salt-peter and rice bran on the surface and then heating in a furnace. c.1940. (10" x 7½") (26cm x 19cm). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $65.

Kyoto Prize Signed Kozan Carp Vase c.1970

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Okimono Pre 1970: item #602501
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Winner of the 45th Kyoto Kimono Association Prize for Best Art held at Kyoto's famous Hankyu Department Store in 1970. Signed box and signed vase by the artist 'Kozan'. Two lovely carp "koi" playfully swim around each other in stunning raised relief. Carp have been traditional symbols of courage in old Japan. A little wear but virtually invisible; an excellent example of post -war Kyoto artistry. c.1970. (12" x 8½") (30cm x 21cm ). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $120.

Japanese Yuzen Kimono Stencils, 5 Various Patterns

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Okimono Pre 1940: item #601368
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Five Yuzen kimono stencils from Kyoto for rice resist kimono dying. One stencil has large chrysanthemums and wild grasses. Another has repeating 'mokkos' (rhombus) used frequently for family crests; another features fans, butterflies, hawk feather, and swirls. The fourth is repeating patterns of tiny flowers. The last are patterns of huge flowers. All are on persimmons 'kakishibu' treated rice paper and in excellent condition. Fabulous for framing. c.1940. (23" x 17") (58cm x 43cm). EMS Shipping... Click for details

Pair Japanese Bronze Buddhist Temple Lanterns c.1950

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Okimono Pre 1950: item #597978
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Late Showa Period c.1950 vintage Japanese zen buddhist bronze temple lanterns with standing fish bell holders. Quite rare. In excellent condition. The pieces all screw together and there is a place for electrical light fixtures. Very heavy items. c.1950. (36" x 15") (92cm x 38cm). Seamail Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $150.

Japanese Brass Daikoku God Figure Clock

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Okimono Pre 1930: item #595019
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From early 20th century, Japanese Brass Daikoku God Figure Clock. Works fine. Daikoku are one of the Senven Lucky gods of Japan. Daikoku is believed to be the God of future. Size: 10cm(3.9") high by 17cm(6.7") by 6.5cm(2.6") wide.

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Japanese Vintage Bronze Saru (Monkey) Sculpture

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Okimono Pre 1960: item #588555
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Vintage bronze Saru, or monkey, sculpture with original box, recently imported directly from Japan. The sculpture bares two identical signature marks, one on the bottom and one near the base on the back. The overall detailing and quality of this piece is exquisite. Unfortunately, I am unable to translate the signature or the kanji written on the box. However, I have it on good authority that the sculpture dates to the mid-Showa period, probably early 1950's. There are dated kanji on the back of ... Click for details

Antique Japanese Piggy Bank Gosho Doll c.1940

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Okimono Pre 1940: item #586518
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When visitors came to the capital of Kyoto where the Imperial Palace (Gosho) was housed, a Gosho Doll was a must souvenir to take home. This antique Japanese ceramic doll is elaborately decorated with cranes. The gold cap has a red rising sun symbolizing the empire. A slot in the back for coins means it doubled as a piggy bank. Rare. Dated Showa 19 (1944). (8½" x 5") (22cm x 13cm). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $40.

Japanese Papermachee Noh Man Mask

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Okimono Pre 1980: item #585466
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Size:25.5cm(1") high by 17cm(6.7") wide very good in condition.

Shipping cost w/ insurance is included in the price. All regular items are shipped via EMS (Most reliable Service in Japan) with full insurance. It takes four to seven days to the U.S. To other countries, it may take more than 10 days. ... Click for details