This assortment of cosmetic brushes along with the small container was originally part of a large cosmetic set which would have been commissioned for the a wealthy Japanese bridal trousseaux. Many layers of the rich black roiro-nuri lacquer was applied and polished to achieve the deep lusterious tone. The brushes are accented with a 2 and 3 tone golden floral motif. None of the brushes show any signs of use...

Wonderful lacquer monk's hat, very simple dome shape, decorated with a dragon in gold lacquer, outside of hat is a deep brown lacquer, interior is lacquered a deep red, original cotton straps on inside. Edo Period (c. 1850). Size: 15 1/2" wide x 5" high

Japanese red lacquer wares, set of a liquor pot, 3 sake cups, and a tray. Estimated from 17th century from 18th century.

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Edo~Meiji Period Magnificent Tetsubin - Excellent Urushi Lacquered (Makie) Cover and applied with Zogan (Silver Inlay technique) on the handle. The motif of the design used is based on Wakamatsu or young Pine tree with exuberant strength reflecting sturdiness and flexibility in essence. Height x Diameter = 16.3 x 14.8 cm. Opening Diameter = 11.7 cm. Comes with Original Box. EMS Shipping included in Sale Price.

Estimated from late 19th to early 20th century, Japanese lacquer bowl with lid set with impressive makie lacquer work in the motif of dancing people on the reverse side of the lids. They are all fine in condition.

Stock Number:5676

Size: 8.5cm high by 8.4cm wide(3.3" by 3.3")

Shipping and handling cost is free. All regular items are shipped via EMS (Most reliable Service in Japan). It takes four to seven days to the U.S...

A JAPANESE PAINTED & LACQUERED FOLDING FAN, MEIJI.

The fan, complete with original wooden box, is nicely painted on one side with a rural scene with Fuji in the background. The back is very carefully painted with flowers. The original silk ribbon that kept the fan blades spaced is not in place making the fan difficult to display for the photographs. The ribbon is present. The fan sticks are lacquered in gold and silver with birds and chrysanthemums...

Very fine Japanese lacquer box. ( Bunko, document box?)Gold and silver painted "Mountains,Lake and Ducks". No mark. Wear on top background.Small cracks at rim of base. 11 1/2 inches long. Circa 1900.

From the late Edo c.1865 this is the best antique Japanese 'tsuno' face washing basin Kodo Arts has ever seen. Used in Kyoto by a Gion District geisha, the thickly black lacquered wood basin has maki-e gold swirling rivers and flowers on its banks throughout. The handles are exceptional, covered with floral copper fittings, the first of this kind Kodo Arts has ever come across. Usually they are just lacquered. Fabulous. c.1865. (13½" x 6½") (34cm x 17cm)...

Meiji Period Japanese Pillow - Makie and Urushi Lacquering Finish. Usually used in Tea ceremony rooms or complimentary furniture in tatami rooms.

Measurements: Height x Body Diameter = 17 x 22 x 9.5 cm
Box - H x W x D = 22 x 25 x 25 cm.

Shipping and Handling via EMS:
USA, Canada, Australia, Oceania. Middle East = $ 42
Europe, UK, Russia = $ 47

Eboshi - KANMURI (with original Box)
Tohoji Kyojo Bihin, Kyojo-cho Senyo (Shiga-ken Tohoji Temple, Chief's Kanmuri)

One type of head dress worn by Shinto priests (shinshoku) during ritual ceremonies. Originally a headdress worn to indicate a man who had passed his "coming of age" ceremony (genpuku), the eboshi evolved into heavily lacquered and other various formalized types from the late Heian period; from the early modern period it was rarely worn outside of ritual occasions...

Estimated from 19th century, lacqured letter Box with quality Makie lacquer work in the motif of Very Good in condition with fine aged patina. Professional restoration applied on the lid with lacquer as seen on the photo.

Stock Number:5260

Size: 3.6cm (1.4")high by 20.6cm (8.1") by 6.3cm (2.4") wide.

Shipping and handling cost is free. All regular items are shipped via EMS (Most reliable Service in Japan). It takes four to seven days to the U.S...

Japanese small papier mache lacquered covered box (Kogo). decorated with gold Makie clouds and seed pods. Fine condition. Circa 1900-1915. About 3 inches in diameter.

The only differences between this matching pair of Japanese woman's hair combs are the very slight details in the hand-painted design and the size and spacing of the tines. The finely detailed lacquer design was painted in 3 shades of gold. Unfortunately the minute details, flower petals and tree knots are hard to see in the photos.

Estimated from late 19th to early 20th century, ainu lacquer ceremonial bowl and stand. They were originally made by Japanese and handed to the Ainu for trade. Their condition is good with some lacquer peel-off and minor cracks.

Stock Number:5521

Size: Bowl: 6.5cm high by 12cm wide, Stand: 10cm high by 16cm wide

Shipping and handling cost is free. All regular items are shipped via EMS (Most reliable Service in Japan). It takes four to seven days to the U.S...

In the original box from the turn of the century, c.1900, this elegant antique Japanese black lacquered sweets box has the Myriad Treasures associated with seven gods of good luck in raised gold maki-e on the lid. Among the treasures which are said to ensure prosperity, long life and general good fortune are: coral, rhinoceros horns, the hat and raincoat of invisibility, the purse of inexhaustible riches, the wish granting gem, scrolls and fans etc...