Striking chest has great contrast with the woods and hardware. The hardware is heavy iron; the wood is kiri. Tops and ends are lacquered while the front is waxed natural wood. Both sections of this chest are the same height so it may be arranged with pieces stacked or separated. Both have "feet" cut in the ends. The cedar (sugi) drawers are quite clean considering the age of the piece. It dates from th ...click for details
Iron hardware on weathered wood distinguishes this great garden gate. Although it now has newer hinges, the iron hardware dates it to the Meiji or early Taisho period. It's still servicable; the heavy wood shows no decay. There's wear on some of the boards and a mendable split on one of the vertical edges. The combined weight of the pair is about 82 lbs. Dimensions: ...click for details
Intricately carved Samurai are engaged in fierce battle around the edges of this dye block used for printing paper napkins. Arrows and swords appear to be the weapons of choice but a couple of the warriors are using ski-like spears. It's a frenzied scene; absolute mayhem is meticulously depicted. Dates from the Meiji period, ca. 1900. Dimensions: 16-1/4" x 14-5/8" x ~1" ...click for details
Two stacking pieces comprise this kanon chest with remarkable hardware on the upper section and two drawers and cubby on the bottom section. The two drawers in the upper section are covered with kiri doors. The latch (but not the lock) is functional. The kanon hardware in the center is marked with a subtle mon pattern, or family crest, with eight small circles around a larger center circle. The lower section has ...click for details
This kimono or juban is patched from neckline to hemline. Both the garment and most all the patches are of striped (shima) cotton but there are a couple great pieces of kasuri worked in. The shapes and contours of the patches contribute to the garment's appeal. As is usual for a well-used worker's kimono, there are some holes visible in the photos. Dimensions: ...click for details
This weighty jacket appears to have a mix of cotton and asa fibers. It's shows a lifetime of hard wear with the sleeves and shoulders worn and patched again and again. Added interest is found in the dark collar's contrast with the striped fabric and the basting along the edges is in a hemp-like twine. This jacekt has seen a lot of hard work and is a fine example of mingei textiles. Dimensions: ...click for details
Spanning 160", this cotton drape offers a journey through myriad textiles including katazome, indigo blues, kasuri and striped (shima) cotton. The panels are hand sewn with some machine-stitched reinforcement likely added at a later time. Both top and bottom edges are machine-stitched, and an added piece along the length of the top gives strength to the tabs and allows the drape to hang securely. Many patches h ...click for details
Sashiko stitching accents this arresting piece. It's comprised of recycled remnants of tsutsugaki, kasuri and striped cotton and has many patches and mends as well as some worn areas. The variety of fabrics as well as the sashiko stitching contribute to its appeal. Dimensions: 66" x 76" Please add $17.00 for insured Parcel ...click for details
This little chest has been around at least since the Meiji era. It has three drawers with heavy cast iron handles and locks (sorry, no keys). One drawer has an oil stain inside. Dimensions; Height; 12-1/2" Width: 10" ...click for details
This piece has lots of cachet with its slender silhouette and heavy carved roof. It was originally a shrine but now we find that it's also a great display case. The roof isn't permanantly attached but it's sound and sturdy and will present heavy items without wobbling.
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Height: 38"" ...click for details
