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Edo Period Takeda Ningyo Portraying a Young Samurai
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Pre 1837 VR item# 775219 (stock# R235)
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$6100
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A spectacular early 19th Century Edo Period Takeda Ningyo in superb condition, a rare find in this condition. It is of the most elegant, for sure. He is an actor portraying a young Samurai. He has a beautifully carved face and wears sumptuous brocades. He has all of his original accessories, including a suit of armor on his back. He is positioned an a black lacquered stand on four legs. Total height is 20 inches. Figure height is 14 inches. Excellent Condition.
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Fine Quality Japanese Boys Day Horse Doll
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Pre 1910 item# 896727 (stock# R294)
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$5350
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Japanese Boys Day Horse. This white horse is of the highest
quality and artistry. Carved of palomar wood and lacquered 30 to 40
times with gofun (oyster shell lacquer) to create a naturalistic effect. It
is completed with the most fabulous trappings, a fine saddle, bells, and a
ponga Buddhist symbol on his back. Presented on a lacquered stand with fine
gold. The high quality makes it most likely that this fine piece was made for the Daimyo class, and may have been presented to a shrine. Height: 16 inches, 41 cm.
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Rare 18th Century Japanese Crawling Baby Palace Doll
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Pre 1800 item# 833514 (stock# R270)
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$4000
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Rare 18th Century Edo Period Japanese Hai Hai Gosho Ningyō. This extremely rare form of Japanese Doll is one of the most sought after of Gosho Ningyo (Palace Doll). It has a wonderful classic painted face. They were presented to Royalty and upper class at the
birth of a baby, and placed in the baby's chamber to protect from and absorb
bad spirits. It is covered with many layers of Gofun (Oyster Shell Lacquer)
over papier mache. The hair is made of silk. This amazing form is wearing a
brocade bib and matching hat, and is holding a Din Din toy. 13 inches (33cm) long, 7 inches (18cm) wide.
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The God of Wealth and The God of Wisdom in a Sumo Match
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Pre 1837 VR item# 697626 (stock# R115)
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$3950
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Early 19th Century Edo Period Japanese Takeda Isho Ningyo pair representing Daikoku, the God of Wealth and
Fukurokuju, the God of Knowledge in a sumo match. Wonderfully rendered Ningyo in
a rare and unique pose. Symbolic parody of wisdom over money. Subjects of
Sumo are very sought after in Japan. A great find for Ningyo and Sumo Collectors. Overall Dimensions: 12 x 11 x 9.5 inches, 30.5 x 28 x 24 cm. Excellent Condition. From a prominent and widely exhibited collection.
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Spectacularly Adorned Fine Japanese Battle Horse Doll
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Pre 1900 item# 626862 (stock# R162)
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$3900
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Late 19th Century Japanese Kazari-Uma (Battle Horse). This deluxe extraordinary example is
attributed to Marurei, one of the most important Ningyō artists. He now has
Japanese National Treasure status. This handsomely adorned military horse is
displayed on a Boys Day stand. The body hair is done by a technique called
Ke-Ue-Saiku "fine work of fur planting" in which silk hairs are pasted on.
It has ivory teeth, and has gorgeous silk and lacquer trappings. It is positioned
on a fine lacquered stand. This wonderful piece is of the finest quality. 20 inches (51cm) tall x 6 inches (15.5cm) wide x 11 inches (28cm) long. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society.
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Large and Elaborate Takeda Ningyo of Akechi Mitsuhide
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Pre 1900 item# 775236 (stock# R216)
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$3800
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A very large and elaborate Meiji Period Takeda Ningyo of a Kabuki actor in the role of the great warrior Akechi Mitsuhide, who rose from a lowly farmer to become one of history's greatest samurai. This Ningyo is in Excellent Condition and is complete, which is amazing considering its complex construction. It was made in northern Japan, giving him him a unique look, as most Takeda Ningyo were made in Kyoto. Total dimensions: h31.5 x w16 x d11 inches, h80 x w40.5 x d28 cm. Figure height: 14.25 inches, 36 cm.
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