This pair is carved in high relief and showcases an eagle pair and pine. Carving on the ranma front sides extends beyond the cartouche for added drama, but the back sides also offer striking detail, ie. the bird's raised foot. Although the motif isn't uncommon, the artist presents the pine in a special way. The sharply carved and clumped needles, make the pine light and airy. The frames may not be original. ...click for details
Details and more details comprise this scholar's box with a frolicking shishi under the latchplate. The box has copper drawer pulls, handle and hinges and contains a copper suiteki, or water dripper. The inkstone is edged in gilt and the liner board, which holds the stone and suiteki has a carved stem and leaf. There's a hand and brush rest, too. The box may be carried by the handle without fear of the lid ...click for details
Free Economy Shipping in Continental US Sturdy box has appealing copper hardware and was assembled with wooden pegs instead of nails. The door latches but doesn't lock. Top drawer is tight-fitting when pushed all the way in. Dates from Meiji period, pre-1920. Dimensions: ...click for details
This scholar's box or suzuri bako is built around the inkstone. There's a small compartment for the (included) accessories but the inkstone fills the main space. The stone has a heart-shaped well in addition to the traditional sloped area and weighs about 13 lbs. A bronze suiteke is included along with the ink and brush that are pictured. A complete calligraphy set in a sturdy box. Box Dimensions: ...click for details
This piece was a room divider in Japan, but might also make a beautiful entry-way sculpture. The natural form of the wood suggests water with its flowing lines and the silky texture of the base. Likely dates from Meiji or early Taisho period, pre-1920. Dimensions: ...click for details
This is a fine pair of kiri wood hibachi sitting on lacquered bases. They have inserted copper firepans. They're decorated with gold lacquer and mother-of-pearl inlays on some of the flowers. Date from Meiji or Taisho period.
Dimensions:
Height: 9"
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Intriguing little figure sits atop a one-piece base made of burl with stems or roots. The base is only slightly shaped by the artist; nature did most of the work. The figure appears to sit on an elaborate seat.
Meiji period (1867-1912)
This is a fine little piece with its proportioned hardware and and lacquered drawer interiors. The drawer and cubby fronts are veneered with keyaki (elm). It has a tray top and comes complete with it's key. Dimensions: Height: 11-3/4" Width: 16&qu ...click for details
This bucket was a rice measure. The round rod was used to level the rice to insure fair measure. The leveling tool and the bucket bear the same mark, indicating that they're a set.
Dimensions: Height: 12-1/4" Diameter: 12-1/2" (add 3" ...click for details
