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All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Lacquer : Pre 1920
item #1469372
(stock #L016)
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A large table made of layers of lacquer carved through to reveal the various colors by Suwa Sozan I enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Guri Joku and bearing the Teishitsu Gigei-in Seal of the Imperial Art Academy. It is 65 x 40.5 x 20 cm (25-1/2 x 16 x 8 inches) and is in excellent condition. The artists seal is expertly incised into the back of one ball shaped foot...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1920
item #1469371
(stock #L009)
The Kura
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Suwa Sozan I enclosed in the original wooden box titled Kagyu-tsuki Take Kake-hana-ire (Bamboo Hanging Vase with Snail) bearing the Teishitsu Gigei-in Seal of the Imperial Art Academy signed inside “Sozan, with Amateur Skill” followed by the artists seal in red. It is 49 cm long and in excellent condition. The only other I have ever seen in this style is published in the rare 1971 book Suwa Sozan Sakuhin Shu page 59...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Lacquer : Pre 1920
item #1469368
(stock #L006)
The Kura
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An exceedingly rare (in fact the only one I have ever seen) Tenmoku-Dai stand for a Tenmoku Chawan by Suwa Sozan I enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Kuruwa Tenmoku Dai (Curved Circular Tea Bowl Stand). It is made of layer upon layer of lacquer, carved with scrolling designs revealing the depth of the lacquer in a style known as Guri. The artist has carved his seal into the inside of the base. It is 15 cm (6 inches) diameter7.5 cm (3 inches) tall and in excellent condition...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Stoneware : Pre 1920
item #1469330
(stock #OC070)
The Kura
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First we hear the clang of the hammer striking the bell, then the steadily approaching clop of his wooden shoes before the horrifying creature dressed in the robes of an itinerant priest appears; a ledger in one hand noting our sins. This is a very rare ceramic figurine by Suwa Sozan I enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Nenbutsu Oni and bearing the seal of the imperial Art Academy. It is 30 cm (12 inches) tall and in excellent condition...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Devotional Objects : Pre 1900
item #1469320
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Antique Japanese ema of a horse. This ema is a dedication plaque that was made as an offering in a shinto shrine. Horses are considered vehicles of the gods, so this ema was made at the highest level in order to convey an important wish as speedily as possible. Painted in mineral colors on keyaki (elm) wood.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 29 3/8" high x 43 1/4" wide x 2" deep
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 29 3/8" high x 43 1/4" wide x 2" deep
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Lacquer : Pre 1920
item #1469135
(stock #L013)
The Kura
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Layer upon layer of lacquer has been carved with scrolling designs revealing the depth of the surface in a style known as Guri by Suwa Sozan I enclosed in a wooden box titled Guri Kobon. It is 23 x 33 cm (9 x 13 inches) and in excellent condition, the artist seal inlayed in mother of pearl beneath. The box is annotated by his adopted daughter and heir Torako (Suwa Sozan II)...
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Antique Japanese fushima (sliding door panel). Painting with a crane and pine tree on a background of gold mist. Painted in mineral colors on a sugi (cryptomeria) wood panel and framed with black lacquered hinoki (Japanese cypress) wood.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 68 1/4" high x 36 1/4" wide x 1 1/4" deep
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 68 1/4" high x 36 1/4" wide x 1 1/4" deep
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1920
item #1468955
(stock #TRC220229)
Here we see a Chinese style celadon floral bowl by one of the 5 Imperial Court Artists of Meiji. The potter, Sozan, spent his life perfecting techniques for celadon production first used in the Southern Song Dynasty as evidenced here with his powdery blue “kinuta” glaze...
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Japanese scroll painting of 3 skeletons celebrating Obon. One skeleton dances with a fan while two others pay a drum and a shamisen. The Obon festival happens in summer and is a time to honor the dead with music, dance, parades and other events. It is believed that ancestors' spirits return to the world of the living during Obon. Painted in ink and light colors on silk...
This is a Japanese antique indigo dye cotton Boro noragi old Farmclothes Thick of patched and sashiko stitch Meiji (1868-1912).
This noragi can enjoy both sides.
size: Length 86cm (33.8inch)
sleeve to sleeve126cm (49.6inch)
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1900
item #1467870
(stock #0564)
Momoyama Gallery
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A striking late 19th century Shigaraki Chawan with one of the most beautiful Kintsugi repairs we have ever seen. A mixture of lacquer and gold powder showing a traditional Karakusa pattern - a real unicum.
This aesthetically pleasing highest quality Kintsugi gold repair was made and in 1974 by Arakawa Kentaro, former master craftsman of the Tokyo National Museum.
The 'kara' of Karakusa means 'China', while 'kusa' means 'plant'...
Rare Kenjo Karatsu Chawan decorated with inlaid cranes and clouds design made in the mid Edo period (1603-1868).
Kenjo Karatsu refers to the Karatsu ware that was officially presented to the Tokugawa Shogun family by the lord of Karatsu Castle in Hizen.
The mouth is wide and gently narrows from the edge to the bottom. The body is covered with a glossy white glaze, and the base is unglazed...
Kenjo Karatsu refers to the Karatsu ware that was officially presented to the Tokugawa Shogun family by the lord of Karatsu Castle in Hizen.
The mouth is wide and gently narrows from the edge to the bottom. The body is covered with a glossy white glaze, and the base is unglazed...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1800
item #1467551
(stock #EW3227)
EastWest Gallery
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A fine seji, celadon, and sometsuke style dish. In the early eighteenth century it would appear that this style of decoration was the preserve of the Nabeshima kiln. However in the Kyoho era during the Shogunates economy drive this style of porcelain was largely replaced with sometsuke patterns...
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High level Antique Japanese bronze vase with a water dragon coiled revealing itself around foliated neck. The vase has a squat body and elongated, fluted neck with open foliated mouth, revealing excellent original condition and beautiful patina. Dramatic lifelike waves crash on the vases shoulders just below the dragon, spraying outward. Highly detailed and signed.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 14 1/2" high x 8 1/4" wide
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 14 1/2" high x 8 1/4" wide
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Enamel : Pre 1910
item #1466849
(stock #Sosuke1-7)
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Here is a beautiful but unsigned Namikawa Sosuke vase. Those familiar with Sosuke's work, will know this vase was made by the master and is authentic. It's a stoutly made piece with silver rims. It stands 6 1/4 inches tall. This vase is in excellent condition. I have also provided an image of a later made, but very similar signed Sosuke vase.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1700
item #1466669
(stock #0560)
Momoyama Gallery
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A magnificent Kogaratsu Katakuchi Chawan (Ko-Karatsu tea bowl with a pouring spout), fired between the Azushi Momoyama period (1573-1603) and the early stage of the Edo Period (1603-1868).
It is no exaggeration to say that this tea bowl needs to be described as a true museum quality piece of art.
Especially such old Karatsu bowls are rarely available in the version of a Katakuchi bowl. Essentially, it's a bowl with a spout...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1700
item #1466668
(stock #0559)
Momoyama Gallery
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One of a kind - a rare 17th century Kiyomizu Chawan with a wonderful thick and vivid hand painted Sakura scenery. Such old Kiyomizu items in perfect antique condition are very, very rare...
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An antique Japanese 2 section merchant display Tansu made of Hinoki (Cypress) and Tochinoki (Horse Chestnut) woods. Each section has a split level shelf. The bottom section includes 4 side by side drawers where additional store inventory was stored. Constructed using double through mortise and tenon joinery for added strength.
Age: Meiji/Taisho (1910-1920)
Dimensions: 66 1/2" Wide by 68" His by 16 1/2" Deep
Age: Meiji/Taisho (1910-1920)
Dimensions: 66 1/2" Wide by 68" His by 16 1/2" Deep
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1700
item #1466613
(stock #0558)
Momoyama Gallery
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A beautiful example of an antique Shigaraki Tsubo (storage jar) Vase displaying classic Shigaraki markings of red ochre, pale and natural ash glaze.
This eye-catching tsubo dates back to the the beginning of the 17th century, early Edo Period (1603-1868).
Standing in front of this massive tsubo with its aesthetic form, its Higaki Mon (檜垣文, cypress fence pattern), its rough natural glazes and sparkling tsuchi-aji (clay flavor), one cannot help but feel in awe of thei...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1920
item #1466485
(stock #0557)
Momoyama Gallery
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A beautiful example of Shigaraki pottery—the result of techniques perfected over centuries by dedicated artisans residing in the provinces east of Kyoto. This piece achieves a kind of asymmetrical balance of both form and color, displaying classic Shigaraki markings of emerald green, red ochre, and pale ash.
The Shigaraki kilns in Shiga prefecture have been an active pottery centre since the Kamakura period (1185–1333) and continue to produce pottery up to the present day. Like...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Earthenware : Pre 1800
item #1466251
(stock #J704)
Haruko Watanabe
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A Karatsu ware tea bowl with gold mending. It has simple paintings which is called E-karatsu. Karatsu ware has been produced in the east part of Saga Pref. and the north part of Nagasaki Pref. in Kyushu since late 16th century. Age is not clear. It is possible that is made by modern artist. However, kintsugi (mending by gold) is enjoyable. Diameter:15cm, Height:5cm
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Antique Japanese bronze hiten (Sanskrit, apsara), celestial musician. Seated on swirling clouds, she moves her flute to her lips to play. Stylistically represented in the Indian or Southeast Asian traditional garb of bodhisattvas with high crown, elaborate pectoral jewelry and flowing drapery. The billowing clouds on which she sits have a green patina.
Age: Taisho period (early 20th century)
Dimensions: 15" high x 9" wide x 7" deep
Age: Taisho period (early 20th century)
Dimensions: 15" high x 9" wide x 7" deep
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Pair of Japanese antique hibachis. Round in form and carved to appear as if made of woven basketry. Spilling over the rims and made to look as though bursting forth from holes in the baskets are plump clusters of grapes, vines and leaves. The "basket" portion of the hibachis is lacquered a deep red while vines and leaves are lacquer a dark green. The grapes a lacquered a deep red. There are metal inserts for coals and ashes.
Age: Taisho Period (early 20th century)
Dimensi...
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Antique Japanese marquetry box. The front consists of 6 small drawers of various sizes, each intricately inlaid with tessellated hardwood patterns. The sides and top are covered with larger sections framing smaller marquetry pattern bursts that echo those on the drawers.
Age: Taisho Period (early 20th century)
Dimensions: 10 1/2" high x 11 3/4" wide x 5 1/8" deep
Age: Taisho Period (early 20th century)
Dimensions: 10 1/2" high x 11 3/4" wide x 5 1/8" deep
Japanese Meiji period wood suzuri-bako (portable calligraphy box) with three drawers to hold paper, ledgers, and essential writing accessories. The lid swings open by pushing a locking side button and reveals a narrow storage compartment to hold ink stones and brushes. In addition to the top carrying handle and drawer pulls, all the edges of the chest are reinforced and adorned with heavy original black iron hardware. Circa 1880-1890. 9 3/4" high x 8" wide x 11 1/4" deep. Very good and soli...
Ohashi Shuji (1795–1857) E-Shino chawan for tea ceremony with old wooden box
The name of the potter is carved near the foot ring.
Ohashi Shuji was known as the man of refined taste who enjoyed tea ceremony and painting.
He worked under Ogata Shuhei in Kyoto creating the works of various ceramic styles such as Seto, Karatsu, Hagi, Korai, and Mishima. His outstanding talents were noticed by the Lord of the Owari domain, who invited him to court but he had to reject the offe...
The name of the potter is carved near the foot ring.
Ohashi Shuji was known as the man of refined taste who enjoyed tea ceremony and painting.
He worked under Ogata Shuhei in Kyoto creating the works of various ceramic styles such as Seto, Karatsu, Hagi, Korai, and Mishima. His outstanding talents were noticed by the Lord of the Owari domain, who invited him to court but he had to reject the offe...
Kuro Hirosawa (1772-1840) Shino ware Chawan for tea ceremony with appraisal box.
The name "Kuro" is carved near the foot ring.
Kuro Hirosawa was a samurai of Nagoya clan and a potter in the late Edo period. He enjoyed the tea ceremony and made tea utensils of Ko-Seto, Shino, Karatsu style in his free time. His works have a unique appearance and often called Kuro ware.
Shino pottery is produced in today's Gifu prefecture since 16th century and it is distinguished by thick...
Kuro Hirosawa was a samurai of Nagoya clan and a potter in the late Edo period. He enjoyed the tea ceremony and made tea utensils of Ko-Seto, Shino, Karatsu style in his free time. His works have a unique appearance and often called Kuro ware.
Shino pottery is produced in today's Gifu prefecture since 16th century and it is distinguished by thick...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Textiles : Pre 1920
item #1465990
(stock #13652)
Haruko Watanabe
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A pair of fireman's globes made of indigo dye cotton with sashiko (quilting) with cotton yarn. Used but in good condition. 19th to early 20th century. W:16cm, L:43cm
Excellent early Edo example of old Karatsu ware shouldered (Katatsuki) tea caddy attested by renowned art researcher and collector Katsura Matasaburo (1901-1986).
Katsura Matasaburo is a pioneer of old Bizen ware research.
He is the author of 'Catalogue of Masterpiece Ceramics of Old Bizen Pottery' published in Tokyo in 1973.
Karatsu pottery is one of most desired pottery type in Japan based in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture since 15th century.
It is made from high in...
Katsura Matasaburo is a pioneer of old Bizen ware research.
He is the author of 'Catalogue of Masterpiece Ceramics of Old Bizen Pottery' published in Tokyo in 1973.
Karatsu pottery is one of most desired pottery type in Japan based in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture since 15th century.
It is made from high in...
Excellent light tea bowl fired in the Busan kiln which was run by the Tsushima feudal clan in the middle of the Joseon era (17c).
Gohon tea bowls represent the quintessence of the aesthetics of what tea bowls have to be at that moment.
This is the type of Koryo tea bowls which were made by the order from Japan in the 17th and 18th centuries.
The name Gohon (model) is derived from the fact that it was fired in Korea based on the model (underdraft and cut shape of the tea bow...
Gohon tea bowls represent the quintessence of the aesthetics of what tea bowls have to be at that moment.
This is the type of Koryo tea bowls which were made by the order from Japan in the 17th and 18th centuries.
The name Gohon (model) is derived from the fact that it was fired in Korea based on the model (underdraft and cut shape of the tea bow...
Red Raku Chawan made by Ennosai Tetchu Soshitsu (1872-1924), 13th generation head of the Urasenke tea school.
Ennosai's mark is carved at the bottom.
Intentionally imperfect, the bowl is very solid and fits perfectly into the palm of the hands giving strong presence and the sense of space.
Ennosai Tetchu Soshitsu became the head of Urasenke at the age of twelve.
He devoted himself to preserving and restoring the school's cultural traditions (which were on the ver...
Ennosai's mark is carved at the bottom.
Intentionally imperfect, the bowl is very solid and fits perfectly into the palm of the hands giving strong presence and the sense of space.
Ennosai Tetchu Soshitsu became the head of Urasenke at the age of twelve.
He devoted himself to preserving and restoring the school's cultural traditions (which were on the ver...
Suna-Gohon (sand is added to the clay) tea ware was fired at the Japanese consular office in Busan in the early Edo period (1603-1868) and sent to the Tokugawa family and other daimyo. The kiln was closed in 1718.
Size
Diameter 13.3cm
Height 8cm
In good antique condition.
There are minor cracks, old gold lacquer and foot repairs.
Supplied with modern wooden box.
Rengetsu Otagaki (1791-1875) was Buddhist nun who is widely regarded to have been one of the greatest Japanese poets of the 19th century.
She was also a skilled potter and painter and expert calligrapher and adorned her ceramics with poems written in her unique calligraphic style.
The cup style and the age of the glaze is consistent with authentic Rengetsu work.
Size
Diameter: 5.8 cm
Height: 4.3 cm
Condition
The cup has a crack but it is not a probl...
She was also a skilled potter and painter and expert calligrapher and adorned her ceramics with poems written in her unique calligraphic style.
The cup style and the age of the glaze is consistent with authentic Rengetsu work.
Size
Diameter: 5.8 cm
Height: 4.3 cm
Condition
The cup has a crack but it is not a probl...
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Japanese 4-panel screen painting (byobu) of two white herons and a weeping willow tree. One bird stands on the edge of a lake while another flies overhead. A weeping willow tree bends it's branches over the water. Painted in sumi-e ink and mineral colors on silver leafed paper. Signed.
Age: Taisho Period (early 20th century)
Dimensions: 36" high x 70" wide
Age: Taisho Period (early 20th century)
Dimensions: 36" high x 70" wide
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Antique Japanese pair of rare black lacquer dowery tansu for clothing. These fine lacquer cabinets would have held folded clothing and been carried to a brides home containing her dowery of fine textiles. Hinged doors open to reveal 4 shelves inside. Hardware includes 5 hinges on each door, corner bracing, handles for carrying by hand and by pole, and large lock plates all of which are incised with scrolling floral details and made of bronze. Finished inside and out with black lacquer and de...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Textiles : Pre 1900
item #1465201
(stock #275)
Conservatoire Sakura
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Silk embroidery on woven silk and velvet representing a Bijin at her toilette. Copying a famous print by Utamaro. Painted details.
Good condition, no restaure. It is rare to find this kind of textile, especially reproducing a print.
Wooden frame.
Total size: 37 x 85cm
Japanese art work around 1900.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Textiles : Pre 1900
item #1465137
(stock #270)
Conservatoire Sakura
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Representation of a print by Kiyonaga in silk embroidery. Some parts are silk velvet, some are woven, some are embroidered. Some details are finely traced in ink. Beautiful finely executed embroidery work. Good condition fresh colors, no restoration. This kind of work is rare, especially of this high quality. Japan probably Meiji, around 1900.
Mounted in a wooden frame which appears to be from the same period.
85 x 37cm
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1800
item #1465117
(stock #8277)
C.P.Sheffield
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An Unusual Imari Teapot
of compressed form with loop handle and upright spout,
raised on three short legs.
Decorated in underglaze blue, iron red and gilt with a peony scroll.
Japan 1700/20.
Height; 3" (7.5 cm).
Condition; shallow chips to end of spout, firing glaze flaw to side (image 3),
cover with a 1.5 cm hairline
Helen M Edwards
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Length: 10.2 cm (4.1 in)
Height: 4.1 cm (1.7 in)
Depth: 8.1 cm (3.3 in)
Weight: 400 gms
Fine Japanese Komai-style box; depicts temples and other structures in rural settings; inlaid gold decoration; Fuji mark and 24 K marks to the base
Height: 4.1 cm (1.7 in)
Depth: 8.1 cm (3.3 in)
Weight: 400 gms
Fine Japanese Komai-style box; depicts temples and other structures in rural settings; inlaid gold decoration; Fuji mark and 24 K marks to the base
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Height: 12.2 cm (4.8 in)
Width: 7.3 cm (2.9 in)
Japanese Satsuma gourd vase; depicts two panels of Geisha in domestic and garden settings; all surrounded by a mass of wisteria blooms; the base rim is decorated with waves over Greek hatch work while the top rim shows a border of gilt lappets above polychrome millefleur, all above ruyi gilt diapers; signed Hozan on the base; good condition
Width: 7.3 cm (2.9 in)
Japanese Satsuma gourd vase; depicts two panels of Geisha in domestic and garden settings; all surrounded by a mass of wisteria blooms; the base rim is decorated with waves over Greek hatch work while the top rim shows a border of gilt lappets above polychrome millefleur, all above ruyi gilt diapers; signed Hozan on the base; good condition
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An unusually small size Nagoya Mizuya Tansu in 1 section made of Hinoki (Cypress) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. 3 sets of sliding doors with spacious storage behind each set. 4 side by side center drawers and 3 drawers at the bottom for additional storage needs. Narrow depth allows for placement in even the narrowest of hallways.
Age: Meiji Era: (1890-1900)
Dimensions: 43 1/4" Wide by 49 1/4" High by 14 1/4" Deep
Age: Meiji Era: (1890-1900)
Dimensions: 43 1/4" Wide by 49 1/4" High by 14 1/4" Deep
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Antique Japanese small ink stone. Carved with leaves and fruit on front and back. The front is accented with three tiny pieces of coral. The entire back side is carved with intricately interlacing vines, leaves and fruit. A small mouse sits off the the right side. Comes with kiri wood tomobako.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 4 1/8" high x 3" wide
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 4 1/8" high x 3" wide
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1800
item #1464967
(stock #0555)
Momoyama Gallery
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One of such rare antique Hagi Chawan with wonderful milky white glaze from the 18th century, perfectly thrown and highlighted with an old gold restoration, a fantastic gintsugi (kintsugi) which makes our Hagi tea bowl even more valuable and outstanding.
Like many of the great Japanese ceramic traditions of western Japan, Hagi originated with Korean potters. Indeed, in the Momoyama era (1573-1603) and in the early years of the Edo period (1603 - 1867), ceramics like Karatsu, Agano, ...
Rare yellow glazed Ido style bowl made by Raku Kichizaemon X Tannyu (1795-1854) with original box signed by the artist.
Tannyu was born as the second son of 9th-generation master Ryonyu. His father retired at the age of 56, and his elder brother had died young, so Tannyu became Raku master at the age of 17. He retired at the age of 51 and took on the name Tannyu, having been given the character 'tan' by Kyukosai, 10th-generation grand master of the Omotesenke school of tea.
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Tannyu was born as the second son of 9th-generation master Ryonyu. His father retired at the age of 56, and his elder brother had died young, so Tannyu became Raku master at the age of 17. He retired at the age of 51 and took on the name Tannyu, having been given the character 'tan' by Kyukosai, 10th-generation grand master of the Omotesenke school of tea.
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Antique Japanese group of 3 bronze vases. The smallest is gourd shaped, the medium vase has an hourglass shape and the tallest vase has a long neck, a round base and a reddish finish.
Age: Taisho Period (early 20th century)
Dimensions: 9 3/4" high, 11" high, and 12 1/4" high
Age: Taisho Period (early 20th century)
Dimensions: 9 3/4" high, 11" high, and 12 1/4" high
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1837 VR
item #1464778
(stock #021807e)
The size of Plate: 5 5/8" Dia x 1 1/16" High.
This is beautiful Japanese Ko Imari Porcelain plate with Dragon and Ho-O bird design intricately painted in deep cobalt blue. There is also the clouds and Ho-ju design. There is marking on the back of plate. The condition of plate excellent, no chip, no crack and no hairline. One little spot on the rim has thin blue paint as showing on the photo. The surface of blue and white glazing area painting has little raised finish. Dating from 1800-1830's...
This is beautiful Japanese Ko Imari Porcelain plate with Dragon and Ho-O bird design intricately painted in deep cobalt blue. There is also the clouds and Ho-ju design. There is marking on the back of plate. The condition of plate excellent, no chip, no crack and no hairline. One little spot on the rim has thin blue paint as showing on the photo. The surface of blue and white glazing area painting has little raised finish. Dating from 1800-1830's...
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Japanese antique okimono of a group of 3 frogs. The younger frog sits on a larger frog's back while one frog is separate. Carved of sugi (cryptomeria) wood with reverse painted glass eyes.
Frogs are considered symbols of luck in Japanese culture and are used widely in poetry and art. The word for "frog" (kaeru) in Japanese also means "return" which is why small sculptures of frogs are sometimes carried by travelers as a way to make sure they return home safely from their journeys.
Frogs are considered symbols of luck in Japanese culture and are used widely in poetry and art. The word for "frog" (kaeru) in Japanese also means "return" which is why small sculptures of frogs are sometimes carried by travelers as a way to make sure they return home safely from their journeys.
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Antique Japanese bronze shokudai (candle stick for a Buddhist shrine) in the form of a crane standing on a turtle's back. In it's beak, the crane holds a lotus stem with blossoms, buds and unfurling leaves. The different aspects of a lotus symbolize the stages of the Buddha's life. The crane and turtle together symbolize longevity as well as the opposites of Heaven and Earth. This shokudai has especially intricate details.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 15 1/...
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 15 1/...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Wood : Pre 1837 VR
item #1464765
(stock #1-1313)
AfricAsia Primitive and Antiques
€650.00
€650.00
Noh theater mask, representing the character of Shintai, a youthful deity, with a rather soft expression. The mask is signed (see pictures). Painted wood, with metal eyes. Japan, Edo period early 19th century. Height: 21 cm. The mask is nicely mounted on a custom stand. Slight abrasion on the painting in some areas, otherwise very good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Stoneware : Pre 1800
item #1464698
(stock #0551)
Momoyama Gallery
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A beautiful example of an antique Shigaraki Tsubo (storage jar) Vase displaying classic Shigaraki markings of emerald green, red ochre, pale and natural ash glaze.
The eye-catching natural green glaze flows from the mouth over the massive body of this jar from the mid Edo Period (1603-1868)
Standing in front of the large tsubo with its aesthetic form, jewel-like natural glazes, and sparkling tsuchi-aji (clay flavor), one cannot help but feel in awe of their makers, and...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Swords and Related : Pre 1900
item #1464524
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese gunbai, war fan belonging to a high ranking samurai officer. Made of lacquered wood with shell inlay and with 2 large cut outs. This fan would have been used to shade from the sun and to signal troops. Though this shape of fan was not used as a weapon, it could have come in very handy in battle and there are legends of samurai heroes fighting with nothing but their war fans. The art of fighting with a war fan is called tessenjutsu. This fan comes with a custom metal stand.
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Zentner Collection
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An antique Japanese Kasane Tansu (stacked Kimono chest on chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original hand forged iron hardware including the Kakute handles and the lock plates featuring the Takanoha Mon (crossed arrow feather family crest). Each section has two sets of side handles, one for carrying with a pole and one for placement in the home. Using thick wood, it was constructed with straight dovetail joinery and hardened wooden nails.
Age: Edo Era (1800-1868)
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Age: Edo Era (1800-1868)
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Zentner Collection
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An antique Japanese Kotansu (personal storage chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original bronze hardware including the Warabite handles. Pair of sliding doors open to a spacious storage area with a split level shelf on the left side. Six drawers of varying sizes were used for storage and organization. Straight dovetail joinery and hardened wooden nail construction. It would make a great side chest or nightstand.
Age: Taisho (1912-1920)
Dimensions: 23 3/4" Wide by 23 3/...
Age: Taisho (1912-1920)
Dimensions: 23 3/4" Wide by 23 3/...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Sculpture : Pre 1920
item #1464458
(stock #2022-1051)
GALERIE TIAGO
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Black-patina bronze hare standing on its hind legs.
In Japanese, the hare and the rabbit are designated by a single word: usagi. The hare occupies an important place in the legends and superstitions of Japan. Like many other animals, it is supposed to reach a fabulous age and become blue at five hundred years.
Japan - Meiji Era (1868-1912)
Height: 5.7 in. (14.5 cm) - width: 2.8 in. (7 cm) - depth: 4.3 in. (11 cm)
Zentner Collection
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An antique Japanese Kotansu small chest made of Sugi (Cryptomeria) wood. All original lacquer finish and hand forged iron hardware. Most likely a bespoke commissioned chest suiting the owner who wanted to secure the 5 storage drawers behind a hinged door. Interesting 3 side handle configuration suggesting that the contents that was stored was haavy in weight.
Age: Meiji Era (1890-1910)
Dimensions: 17 1/2" Wide by 23" High by 13 5/8" Deep
Age: Meiji Era (1890-1910)
Dimensions: 17 1/2" Wide by 23" High by 13 5/8" Deep
Zentner Collection
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An antique Japanese Isho Biraki Tansu (clothes storage chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original bronze and iron hardware. Beautiful hardwood trim outlining the Tansu front. A pair of hinged doors secure 4 removable Kimono trays behind. 3 large drawers below provide added storage for clothes and textiles. Constructed using straight dovetail joinery and hardened wooden nails.
Age: Taisho Era (1912-1920)
Dimensions: 36 1/4" Wide by 40 1/2" High by 16 1/2" Deep
Age: Taisho Era (1912-1920)
Dimensions: 36 1/4" Wide by 40 1/2" High by 16 1/2" Deep
Zentner Collection
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An antique Japanese Kotansu (personal storage chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. It is comprised of 5 drawers and a pair of sliding doors that hides a compartment where small books and literature was stored. All original bronze hardware. Makes a perfect side chest or nightstand.
Age: Taisho Era (1912-1920)
Dimensions: 24" Wide by 19" High by 12" Deep
Age: Taisho Era (1912-1920)
Dimensions: 24" Wide by 19" High by 12" Deep
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Metalwork : Pre 1900
item #1464431
(stock #2022-1050)
GALERIE TIAGO
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Black-patina bronze hare standing on its four legs.
There is only one Japanese word for both hare and rabbit : usagi.
Hares hold an important place in Japanese myths and superstitions. As many other animals, they were believed to reach a fabulous age and become blue at five hundred.
Japan - Meiji Era (1868-1912)
Height : 4.9 in. (12.5 cm) - width : 2.8 in. (7 cm) - depth : 4.5 in. (11.5 cm)
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese drum with handle. Lacquered black on sides and wooden handle. Decorated with Tachibana mon (Mandarin-orange flower) in red lacquer on one side and black lacquer on the other.
Age: Edo Period (early 19th century)
Dimensions: 15 3/4" long x 8" wide diameter x 2 1/4" deep
Age: Edo Period (early 19th century)
Dimensions: 15 3/4" long x 8" wide diameter x 2 1/4" deep
Zentner Collection
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An antique Japanese 2 section Isho Tansu (Kimono chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original bronze hardware including the Hikute style handles. Substantial textile, Kimono and clothes storage with three drawers on the upper section and two drawers on the lower section. Each section has side handles for ease of placement in a room. Constructed using straight dovetail joinery and hardened wooden nails.
Age: Taisho Era (1912-1920)
Dimensions: 47 5/8" Wide by 43" High by 17 3...
Age: Taisho Era (1912-1920)
Dimensions: 47 5/8" Wide by 43" High by 17 3...
