Stunning large bronze buddhist temple gong, c.1900. The inscription tells us that it was donated to the abbot of Shoryuzn Kyorin Zen Buddhist Temple, the 7th Kendo-dai by a mr. Nakai Seijiro for the merit of his anscestors spirits. Used daily to be rung with a round wood striker. Ask for shipping quote. (H:65cm x 34cm)
One of the most striking buddhist temple lanterns we have seen in both configuration and condition. Made of bronze even the little bells hanging from the top are all there and in perfect shape. Dated on the lantern Showa 27 (1952) to Tenshoin Koryu Temple by Zentei and Isamu Mori. Ask for shipping quote. (H:130cm x W:49cm)
Very charming two compartment bamboo tea ceremony utensil carrying basket, c.1915. Used for moon viewing and cherry blossom excursions where the tea ceremony was performed and the tea utensils could be fashionably carried. Beautiful weft diagonal weaves with lovely knot work on the handle. There is one shallow compartment on top and both top and bottom insides have silk cloth lining, albeit shredding a bit. Ask for shipping quote. (H:31cm x W:22cm)
Very rare sake kanban shop sign framed and behind glass. This shop sign is for the sake brand "HAKU SHIKA" white deer sake from the famous sake brewery "Kuromatsu". Japanese believed if you drank just a bit of sake everyday it was medicine and the label reads, 'CHOJI TOKU SENNENJU' meaning this guarantees longevity of a 1000 years. Ask for shipping quote. (W:106cm x 67cm)
Sensational Edo Period paulownia wood carving of Daruma, the revered figure who brought buddhism from India to China and Japan. very playful expression of the teaching on his face and a great patina and wear of the ages. Ask for shipping quote. (H:27cm x W:16cm)
Wonderful ceramic kannon, goddess of mercy mounted on a wood backdrop. the porcelain firings, colors and textures make this buddhist figure a treasure. Beautiful expression on the face oozing compassion and mercy. Ask for shipping quote. (H:59cm x W:46cm)
Superb Taisho Period, C.1925 bronze zen buddhist temple lantern. The lattice work on the mid-section is of the utmost craftsmanship. Made as an offering to the temple. One of the best bronzes we have seen.
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Simply stunning late Edo Period C.1868 Tamba old tea leaf storage jar. Tamba which is north of Kyoto was one of the 7 great kiln areas for pottery and tea utensils in ancient Japan. This is a museum piece that somehow snuck through the cracks. The wood fired natural glazes are a wonder of creation. Ask for shipping quote. (H:34cm x W: 26cm)
Fabulous and rare Showa Period c.1940 fisherman's tackle box full of hand painted wood lures with bronze hooks. The lures were used for squid and painted to mimic the colors of the squid. There are 31 hand-painted ones and 33 unpainted lures. They come in a handsome Japanese elm and cedar lacquered box with drawers and beautiful copper metal fittings. Exceptional mingei piece. Ask for shipping quote. (H38cm x W:32cm)
Wabi-sabi Meiji Period c.1900 Oribe tea ceremony utensil with paulownia wood lid with bamboo handle. Lovely old oribe colors and iron feldspar markings. Shipping included. (W:7cm x D: 6cm x H:5cm)
