Lovely early Showa Period C.1930 bronze garden lantern with a blue / green patina. The hexagonal diaper pattern on the body symbolizes the 'kame' or turtle, another symbol of long life. Excelent condition with abit or rust and the top piece is kept on by a bronze stick. Ask for shipping quote. H:35cm x diameter: 23cm

Simply spectacular Taisho Period C.1920 bronze garden lantern. Exquisite art deco twisting vines on two sides and woven bamboo on the other two sides all with with wave diaper on the main body and top. Sits on four legs and the top has a small hole to allow a chord and electrical light source. H:28cm x diameter:27cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Sensational bronze garden lantern with blue/green patina from age and wear. The panels on the main body feature plum branches with sparrow and pines and bamboo, all auspicious symbols of long life and happiness. The middle base has waves in etched relief. The top has textured diaper with raised heads. Solid and sturdy. The best bronze garden lantern we have ever seen. Ask for shipping quote. H: 76cm x W: 65cm

Late Taisho Period c.1925 Shinto Shrine or Spirit House. Inside is the unpolished mirror representing the reflection of the universe. Bronze Roof to protect from the elements. Usually found on neighborhood corners to protect the surroundings. Japanese Cypress wood and bronze metal fittings. In our US warehouse. Ask for shipping quote. H: 47" x W:27"

Absolutely wabi-sabi murashi-do bronze flower vase in its original paulownia wood box. Dated Showa 27 (c.1953) the kanji on the box reads it was a dediction for a new building in Osaka for the Osaka Bank. Made by Shobi-Do, the premier maker of fine silver and bronze works in Osaka in the post-war era. Murashi-do is a bronze patinated technique where the bronze is dipped in hot oil after firing to achieve the lovely coloring effects. H:27cm x diameter 9cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Wabi - sabi Meiji Period c.1900 'aka' red bronze 'koro' incense burner. Square on four legs, the entire body has the thunder diaper motif and swirling flowers and geometrical designs. The lid has a mythical, playful 'shishi' lion. The legs all are adorned with mythical elephant heads. One end has been repaired, and the repair has been done with silver and a long time ago. Actually adds to the patina. H:16cm x W:20cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Very unusual round windows with undulating pattern. Showa Period c.1935 with electrical lighting possibility. Hangs from a bronze chain. Bottom opens to change light bulb. H:27cm x W:24cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Sensational patinated 'Murashi-do' bronze flower vase with mythical lion handles and geometrical diaper design circling the middle. The vase is dipped in hot oil right after firing to achieve the colorings. This particular piece is outstanding. Taisho Period C.1912 - 1926. H: 19cm x diameter: 29cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Exceptional C.1880 bronze lost-wax cast Meiji Period 'Jizo Bosatsu' or Kshitigarbha Bodhisattva. This bodhisattva vowed to save all sentient beings in all six realms of rebirth from the time of buddha's death until the appearance of Maitreya, the buddha of the future. Holding a staff which symbolizes the vow to to save. The halo has three flaming jewels or 'hoju' sacred wishing gems. Fine detail throughout and lovely , tranquil facial expression. H:30cm x 14cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Very special and rare Taisho Period C.1912-1926 bronze garden lantern with electricity line and bulb. Integrating the old and the new, this lantern exhibits the essence of Japanese bronze craftsmanship from the Meiji Period (C.1868-1912) with the introduction of new fangled Taisho Period C.1912-1926) electricity. Many of the samurai swords makers turned to metalwork other than swords after C.1868 taking with them a storehouse of wisdom and skill. Perfect condition bronze detail and craftsmanship. H:34cm x w:29cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Very charming early Showa Period C.1930 bronze quail incense burner. The quail is looking back over its shoulder in an inquisitive mood and the feathers are in exact detail and relief. The detail and craftsmanship is stout throughout especially on the feet. Wonderful pre-war piece. H:11cm x W:11cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Elegant bronze hibachi/flower vase on tripod legs on a 'keyaki' zelkova wood stand. The japanese characters written are: Meiji 38 (Meiji Period c.1906) and 'Gaisen Kinnen" (triumph). There is a cherry blossom also in raised relief. Excellent condition. H:20cm x diameter: 30cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Outstanding Taisho Period bronze flower vase with mythical shishi lions and peonies in raised relief surrounded by a thunder diaper motif. The firing has created a rich patina with the vase dipped hot oil after firing with straw to achieve an elegant fine finish. H:20cmx diameter; 19cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Very old and important Edo Period C.1850 zen buddhist temple gong made of bronze. Still attached is the iron ring that was used in hanging it. The gong was used in a temple to signify times for sutra chanting, lighting of incense etc. Excellently cast and in outstanding condition. The sound is also superb. H:39cm x 26cm Please ask for shipping quote.

Superbly crafted hanging bronze moon flower vase for the tea ceremony. Early Showa Period C. 1930. The hand forged bronze chain the vase hangs from is equally or more impressive. Excellent condition with some blue green oxidation on the inside of the vase. H:10" x Diameter : 11". Ask for shipping quote.