The Rarest of Edo Period Bijin Saga Ningyo
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Pre 1800 item# 1132141 (stock# R607)
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A large, rarest of rare Japanese 18th century Bijin Saga Ningyo, depicting a standing female holding her flowing kimono.
Saga Ningyo are the most sought after
of all Japanese Ningyo. They are almost never seen on the market, and only rarely enter Western collections, public or private. This is a once-in-a
-lifetime opportunity for the serious connoisseur of Japanese art.
This finely carved and sculpted figure is a masterpiece from all angles. The rich
pigmentation of the robes are built up with pigments in a technique called
'moriage'. The many classic patterns are extraordinary. Saga Ningyo are very
different from more familiar Japanese Ningyo forms.
This Saga Ningyo, an exceptional and magical presence to behold, is of an
unusually large size (18.5 inches, 47 cm), significantly larger than most known
examples. The exact and detailed treatment of her kosode kimono, the flowing
lines of the carving, the elegant arrangement of her comb-secured hairstyle, and the rendering of her gorgeous face, is an artistic achievement on the highest level.
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Early and Fine Example of Kintaro, Boys' Day Doll
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Pre 1900 item# 653570 (stock# R194)
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A one of a kind, very large early example of this Musha-Ningyo (Boys' Day Figure). This legendary figure first appeared for Boys Day in the late 19th Century. He is the Japanese equivalent to Hercules. He is always shown with a ruddy complexion, as seen in Japanese woodblock prints, scrolls and screens. He is a magnificent sculpture, Iki and Gosho in style. He holds an Axe and wears a sumptuous embroidery brocade featuring a mythical Turtle. 19th Century (circa 1880). 29 inches (74cm) height.
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Muromachi Period Ningyo, Museum Quality and Very Rare
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Pre 1700 item# 833475 (stock# R271)
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An Extraordinary and Scarce, Museum Quality Find. Early 16th Century Muromachi Period Saga Ningyo of the Goddess Kannon, in a rare and elegant standing form. Carved entirely of wood, her costume is built up with
pigments in a technique called 'moriage'. Her gorgeous robes are decorated with
foliate scroll slightly raised in relief. This rarest of all Ningyo forms
almost never comes up for sale and are never seen except in museums
or important private collections. Saga Ningyo are considered the "holy
grail" of Ningyo. This fine and exceedingly rare example is one the first produced in the 16th Century. 5 inches (13cm) high (figure only, not including base). Base: 3.25 inches (8cm) wide.
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Fine Japanese Palace Doll, Gosho Ningyo
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Pre 1837 VR item# 833544 (stock# R269)
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Early 19th Century Edo Period Standing Gosho Ningyo with fine Mizuhiki ribbons painted hair. There are several forms of Mizuhiki, including one used to tie the hair of samurai. This fine ningyo has a round, well executed face with a charming expression, and is covered overall in a fine white gofun with painted features, sexed, and dressed in red chirimen silk crepe. Gosho-ningyō (Palace Dolls) are one of the most distinctive forms of Japanese doll. They were given as gifts within the imperial family. This chubby boy is in a playful pose holding cherry blossoms made of silk and paper. 13 inches (33cm) high x 10 inches (25.5cm) wide.
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Finest Example of Highly Sought After Palace Baby Doll
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Pre 1900 item# 626846 (stock# R107)
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Japanese Hai Hai Gosho Ningyō. This extremely rare form of Japanese Doll is one of the most
sought after of Gosho (Palace Doll). They were presented to royalty and upper
class at the birth of a baby, and placed in the baby's chamber to protect from bad spirits. This is a very large example of this type of Gosho. It is covered with many layers of Gofun (Oyster Shell Lacquer) over papier mache. The hair is made entirely of silk. This most adorable baby is wearing a brocade bib and sits on a cushion while holding a Din Din (toy). Late 19th Century. 8.5 inches (21.5cm) high x 15.75 inches (40cm) long. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.
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Musha Ningyo of Shoki the Demon Queller and Oni Demon
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Pre 1900 item# 946045 (stock# R304)
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Musha Ningyo of Shoki the Demon Queller, mid-19th Century late Edo early Meiji Period. An unusually large and
early version holding a captured Oni (demon). This is a rare find for this
subject. He is powerful and majestic. His face carved of wood with crystal
eyes and massive beard and hair made of silk is a masterwork. He wears a
Chinese cap and a robe with gorgeous, sumptuous brocades. According to Japanese
folklore, the spirit of Shōki is able to scare away demons. Families with
male children even today display Ningyo of Shōki to ward off evil spirits
during the Boys' Day festival (Tango no Sekku, May 5th of each year). 23 inches (58.5cm) high.
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Edo Period Isho Ningyo Pulling a Wagon with a Crane
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Pre 1800 item# 1001108 (stock# R1)
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Extremely Rare Edo Period Isho Ningyo Pulling a Wagon with a Crane. Early 18th Century Ningyo like this very rarely come up for sale. This Isho Ningyo is
special, as it resembles a Karakui (mechanical) Ningyo. This important Ningyo has a classic face with painted features,
sumptuous embroidered textiles, and is pulling a cart that has a crane inside. It stands on a lacquered base. A similar example is in the Homa Museum in Japan. 14.5h x 9.5w inches, 37h x 24w cm.
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Set of Edo Period Emperor and Empress Dolls
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Pre 1800 item# 1001100 (stock# R77)
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Rare Edo Period Kokin-bina Style of Empress & Emperor. Minor wear, fading to textile, otherwise fine condition. A classic, very early example of a Dairi-bina Imperial Couple for the Hina-matsuri Girl's Day celebration. Emperor and Empress (seated atop a woven ungenberi fronted dais. They are a very fine early example. The emperor is wearing a lacquered court cap and tail, holding a shaku scepter, the me-bina lady is wearing a spectacular crown, and has a fabulous painted fan. All
formal court attire. Their presence evokes the period with their gorgeous
faces and sumptuous brocade and accessories. They are a masterpiece of the
art of Ningyo. 19h x 35.5w, 48h x 90w cm.
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