Japanese Panel made from a Kimono circa 1850. The panel is embroidered using multiple stitching methods and depicts turtles, Red-Crowned Cranes, a lobster, trees and flowers.
Dimensions: 29” x 51”
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A Japanese wood tobacco container beautifully carved with vivid detail. Seven sages of the Bamboo circle the piece creating a balanced, rhythmic movement complimenting the circular shape of the piece. Each sage wears a flowing robe and is in an interesting and dynamic posture. Fine attention was given to pose, texture of hair and facial features. The sages walk around a bamboo forest that can be seen peeking out behind the backs of the men. This forest is echoed by the lid which is carved to rep ...click for details
This Qing dynasty children’s silk satin hat is decorated with tea trade trim. It’s reposse and embellishments and framed mirror decorate this headdress.
Dimensions: 9”x 8”
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This Fukusa represents a court scene. It was done in a combination of embroidery and painting with couched embroidery, chain and satin stitch. This piece dates circa 1880.
This is a type of Japanese textile used for gift-wrapping or for purifying equipment during a Japanese tea ceremony. The choice of a fukusa appropriate to the occasion was an important part of the gift-giving ritual. The practice of covering a gift became widespread during the Edo or Tokugawa period (1615–1867).
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This adorable children’s hat was collected in the 1940’s and backed with thin leather. It is made of high quality and detail. It would be worn to protect the child from evil spirits and ensure them happiness.
Dimensions: 15” x 13”
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The jar is decorated with branches and flowers. It also features two foo(fu), shi-shi dogs. They are in good condition with small cracks and minor loss of glaze.
Dimensions:7”x 5”
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