Exceedingly rare and important Ikenobu School flower arrangement bronze vase for the tea ceremony. With the original 'kiri' paulownia wood box, which reads, "Kado Ikenobu Iemoto Gonomi" meaning the favorite style of the founder of the Ikenobu School's founder, Iemoto-san. "Dosei Karashishi Kyuryu Kae Mimi Tate Kabin" meaning bronze dragons and mythical lion interchangeable handles flower vase. Signed by the maker , Sosei. C.1910 Perfect condition. Ask for shipping quote. (14"x 12")

Gorgeous Taisho Period, c.1915 bronze "usubata" flower vase used for the tea ceremony. Outstanding bronze craftsmanship with 'aka' or red bronze which was used in Japan prior to WW2. Signed on the bottom, 'Arahakasan' which was the Edo Period name for Shitenoji Temple in Osaka. Most likely belonged to the Temple. The flowing waves creates a beautiful contrasting asymmetry. Perfect condition. With paulownia wood original box. Not a replica! Ask for shipping quote. (H:27cm x W:32cm)

Exquisite Kannon, goddess of compassion and mercy on round bronze plaque in fine raised relief. 36 cm in diameter, the Kannon has a blissful, serene expression. The stamp on the front is the artis name, Ito Shinji. On the back is the inscription that this was an offering to a temple with the date, Showa 12 (1937) July which was an auspicious month. Ask for shipping quote.

Wonderful Art Deco-like Taisho Period c.1925 bronze ususbata flower vase. Thick bronze with bamboo in raised relief and very rare and unusual 3 ring tripod base. Used for tea ceremony. Ask for shipping quote. (H:10" ; W:8")

Regal tea ceremony c.1890 bronze 'usubata' flower vase. Superb bronze work on the cranes that ring the vase in high relief floating over clouds. Tripod legs also of exceptional craftsmanship. A tea master's dream. excellent condition. Ask for shipping quote. (H:12" x Diameter: 13 1/2 ")

Exceptional Meiji Period c. 1860 zen temple incense burner stand. Phenomenal metalwork dragon holding the flaming jewel in clawed hand floating amongst clouds, all in raised relief. The top has a patterned buddhist motif on the top also in relief. Buddhist waves rim the edge. Ask for shipping quote. (Diameter:14" H11")

Very rare bronze Showa Period c.1930 Ikebana flower arranging tray for the tea ceremony. The curving lines and art deco handle makes this a fabulous piece of home decor. Bronze and copper alloy. Great condition. Ask for shipping quote. (w:35cm; h:38cm)

Exceptional bronze Taisho Period c.1920 tea ceremony 'ususbata' flower vase. The metal work and art deco design of waves and orb is very unique and unusual for the time. We have never seen this style before. It is real bronze and we can confirm it's authenticity. It is not a copy. Ask for shipping quote. (w:64; h:23)

Excellent 'aka-do' red bronze mythical shishi fu dog with tama ball. Bronze workers stopped using red bronze toward the end of the Meiji - early Taisho Periods c. 1868-1912. With al the bronze fakes these days, to find a real one is special and with fine craftsmanship even better. Playful face expression and fine detail a plus. Ask for shipping quote. (H:20cm; width: 29cm)

Simple but quite elegant yutenki bronze flower vase with 2 cranes flying towards Mt.Fuji all in raised relief. The patinated colorations of the bronze are achieved by dipping the just fired bronze in hot oil and then smoked with rice straw. Signed on the vase by Katori Hotsuma. Ask for shipping quote. (h:27cm; Diam:17cm)

Exceptional bronze craftsmanship from one of Japan's premier post war bronze masters, Sawada Seiko. Born in 1894, Sawada was awarded numerous Art prizes and was asked to judge most of the important, prestigeous art competitions. This fabulous bronze vase c. 1950 has wave diaper motif around the neck with swallows in raised relief. The handles are mythical buddhist elephants. Slight bronze discoloration from age. H:56cm; diameter: 38cm. Shipping/insurance included.

Gentle goddess of compassion Kannon bronze statue and bronze stand with zen buddhist clouds in raised relief. Meiji Period c.1890. The bronze work is exquisite. The diety's face expression oozes compassion and the stand is a work of art in itself. Perfect condition. Ask for shipping quote. (kannon 10cm high; 4cm wide; stand 5cm high; 10cm diameter)

Rare bronze Meiji Period c. 1890 zen temple lotus water vase. The base is a lotus leaf as is the stem and upper bowl. The lotus being a symbol of enlightenment and realization in Buddhism. The detail and relief is absolutely stunning. Rich patina. Excellent condition. Ask for quote. (height: 10 1/2" ; base diam.: 8")

Rare buddhist temple bronze temple water spout c. 1860. Water would pass through the tail out throught the dragon mouth into a bronze water bowl outside the temple entrance to rinse one's mouth or purify one's hands. Extremely rare and difficult to find. Wonderful bronze work. Ask for shipping quote. (l:22"; h: 9")

Elegant bronze sake pourers with superb metal craftmanship and mythical dragons in raised relief. The edge of the pourers and the lid has detailed diaper patterns also in raised relief. Wonderful bronze workmanship. C. 1920 Taisho Period. Excellent condition. Ask shiping quote. (h:6 1/2"; w: 7 1/2" )