The box is made of iron embossed with a hammer, the forging work itself is admirable, it presents a particularity rarely encountered in works of this type, in fact the artist sculpted the trunk of the tree hollow in the iron and forged the branches in relief. The inlays are in shakudo (copper and gold alloy), sentoku (copper alloy) in silver and gilded copper. The details are solid gold. The tree, rocks and plants are admirably drawn and perfectly executed...
Antique Japanese bronze censer in the form of a monkey. Elongated right arm is holding a ring attached to a chain and another ring for hanging. The monkey's left arm hangs by his side and it's tail wraps around. There is a round door in the back for inserting incense. The smoke would come out an opening in the monkey's mouth. Charming expression. Deep patina.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 22" high (29" including chain)
Height: 22 cm (8.8 in)
Width: 11 cm (4.3 in)
Depth: 8 cm (3.2 in)
Fine pair of Meiji bronze elephant bookends; very well modelled skin and musculature throughout; tusks are of a natural material; both pieces signed on the base; good condition
Large bronze vase depicting an egret, in relief, on a perch in the center of a watercourse, surrounded by four swimming fish. The figure of the egret emerges from the vase with remarkable three-dimensionality and depth.
Signature engraved under the base within a rectangular reserve.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 46.5 x 22 x 23 cm.
State of conservation: Very good
A museum piece. Dated Manji 2 (ca. 1659) April Auspicious Day. Large, heavy bronze shrine lantern with hoju embossed under the top petals. Beautiful diaper patterns on the panels. Originally used as an oil lamp. Very good condition. 15" wide x 22" tall. Ask for shipping quote.
Length: 9.3 cm (3.8 in)
Width: 5.9 cm (2.4 in)
Depth: 1.8 cm (0.7 in)
Quality Japanese Komai style cigarette box with a built-in vesta case; fine inlaid silver and gold work throughout; minimal wear
1900's Japanese Mixed Metal Gilt Iron Damascene Cigarette Case with Village Scene
It is 3.5 inches (9 cm) long by 2.6 inches (6.7 cm) wide and 0.69 inch (1.75 cm) thick. It is 96 gram.
It is tarnished and has oxidation, rubbing of gilding and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Mixed Metal Shibayama Table Screen Marked Masakazu 政一
It is 10.23 inches (26 cm) tall by 10.63 inches (27 cm) in length. It is 1.85 lb.
It is tarnished and has oxidation, warped and small cracks at the board, missing mother of pearls and inlays, small chips to the inlays, stains, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Large 19th Century Chinese Gold & Silver Mixed Metal Archaic Style Bronze Vase
It is 15.5 inches (39.37 cm) tall by 13 inches (33 cm) wide. It is 16.9 Lb.
It is tarnished and has bent foot and rings, oxidation, loss of gilding and silver, firing holes, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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A smoke tendril rises from the mouth of a bloated toad forming an Usubata flower basin in heavy olive patinated yellow bronze. The basin is 19.7 cm (7-3/4 inches) diameter, The entire 24.5 cm (9-3/4 inches) tall and it is in excellent condition.
In Japanese the word for Frog is Kaeru, a homonym for: To Return...
Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Mixed Metal Iron Plate with Garden Scene
Each is 0.59 inch (1.5 cm) tall by 4.7 inches (12 cm) wide. Total weight is 0.6 Lb.
They are tarnished and have rust, stains, rubbing of gilt, oxidation, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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1900's Japanese Gilt Bronze Mixed Metal Incense Burner Koro with Beast Finial
It is 11.7 inches (29.8 cm) tall by 8.5 inches (21.7 cm) wide. It is 7.5 Lb.
It is tarnished and has rubbing of gilding, missing one wing and a chip at the wing, cut marks, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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During the Meiji period in Japan, the humble iron kettle, known as a "tetsubin," emerged as an iconic symbol of traditional craftsmanship and functional artistry. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and often adorned with intricate designs—as can be seen here with a cherry blossom motif and a what appears to be a pine-cone for a gripper—they became an essential tool in the Japanese tea ceremony...
A Japanese inlaid Shakudo bronze flower pot from Meiji Period (1868-1912).
1900's Japanese Mixed Metal Gilt Iron Komai Otojiro Damascene Card Case
It is 1.8 inches (4.6 cm) long by 3.5 inches (9 cm) wide. It will hold a business card that is 3.14 inches (8 cm) wide. It is 57 gram.
It is tarnished and has rubbing of gold, oxidation, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Antique Japanese bronze koro (censer) in the form of the trickster, Tanuki. In this depiction, Tanuki takes the form of a monk with a wide hat on. Fine details of his fur and vines of grape leaves wraps around him (fittingly as Tanuki is fond of wine). The leaves on the vine and on his hat are made of cloisonné in various fall colors. There is a raised cartouche on the bottom. The hat can be removed to put incense inside the Tanuki container...
Cornet-shaped, in bronze with a brown patina, it rests on 3 feet scalloped in foaming waves rising towards a base decorated with other waves. The body is also decorated in its center with an openwork knot of vine branches and bunches of grapes. The neck is widely flared into a floral corolla. Signed Toto Hidemitsu Kansei under the base. Height: 39.5 cm.
Japanese bronze vase with nice form, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size: Height 19.6 C.M. / Width 7 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Copper alloy vase inlaid with precious metals, shakudo (gold and copper) shibuichi (silver, gold and copper) silver and gold...
Japanese bronze vase with nice form, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size: Height 25.2 C.M. / Width 14 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Japanese bronze vase with nice form, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size: Height 26.7 C.M. / Width 11.2 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Japanese bronze vase with nice form, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size: Height 30 C.M. / Width 21 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Japanese bronze vase with nice form, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size: Height 24 C.M. / Width 13.3 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Japanese bronze vase with nice form, used to decorate flower arrangements in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size: Height 33.5 C.M. / Width 21.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
Antique Japanese large bronze vase in the form of a round lotus leaf. It sits on top of a smaller lotus leaf on a hexagonal base. Each side of the base has birds in relief flying over waves. Likely from a Buddhist temple. The lotus blooming from out of the mud represents enlightenment.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 15 1/2" high x 20 1/4" wide
Bronze okimono depicting a study of a puppy playing with a ball.
The puppy has a playful and curious expression as he interacts with the ball.
The ball the dog plays with is also sculpted with lifelike detail, the patina of the bronze surface creating a subtle shine that reveals the sculpted details with even more clarity.
This bronze okimono is signed Masayuki.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji second half of the 19th century.
Dimensions: 13 x 18 x 13 cm. Weight 3kg.
State of con...
A pair of Japanese bronze standing birds on the stand with artist sign.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size of birds only: Height 10.7 - 13.1 C.M. / Width 5.2 - 6 C.M. / Length 13.4 - 14.3 C.M.
Size of stand: Length 35.8 C.M. / Width 22.4 C.M. / Thickness 3.4 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping ...
Intricate bronze hanging lantern with curling legs, buddhist cloud diaper patterns and different panels with plum blossoms and bamboo - auspicious symbols of happiness and good fortune.
Needs to be repapered but is in great condition. Ca. 1930. 24cm in diameter x 24cm tall. Ask for shipping quote.
A rare Japanese Buddhist Bell from the middle of the 18th century in perfect antique condition with no flaws. It is made of alloyed copper.
Bells play a crucial role in a variety of Buddhist services and rituals; their sound is considered auspicious, and is believed to bring peace and comfort to all sentient beings, even those who are suffering in hell.
Size: 15,5 cm high, 7,7 cm width
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Cloisonné vase, with base and edge in silver, decorated with polychrome enamels held by a silver thread, depicting a pheasant on the banks of a watercourse surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms and chrysanthemums.
The pheasant, chrysanthemums and cherry blossoms are three significant elements in Japanese culture, each of which carries with it a distinctive symbolism and importance.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji, early 20th century.
Dimensions: 25 x 15 cm.
State of conservation: Ve...
1930's Japanese Mixed Metal Bronze Vase with Frog Signed
It is 9.4 inches (23.9 cm) tall by 4.5 inches ( 11.5 cm) wide. It is 3.2 Lb.
It has a dent at the side and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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A slender shape patinated bronze vase depicting a naturalistic scene of a cricket sitting on iris leaves.
Signed Joun in relief within an oval reserve.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 26 x 7.5 cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Cloisonné potiche with a hexagonal shape, embellished with delicate floral decorations on reserves held by silver threads with geometric motifs. The lid features a spherical socket.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 13 x 9.5 cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Bronze okimono depicting the study of a powerful tiger in a furtive position.
The animal is represented with its legs bent, its tail curled upwards and its body in a lowered position just before launching the attack.
The streaks of the fur, typical of the animal, are depicted in a masterful way and highlighted with a marked engraving.
This okimono is signed Hideyoshi 秀義 under the belly.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji second half of the 19th century.
Dimensions: 10 x 36 x 9 cm....
1900's Japanese Iron Mixed Metal Miniature Box by Komai Otojiro
It is 0.78 inches (2 cm) tall by 1.2 inches (3.1 cm) long and 1.6 inches (4.1 cm) wide. It is 54.6 gram.
It has tarnished, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Antique Japanese tall bronze vase in the form of a section of a cherry tree trunk. The tree has been pruned and it's new growth is just starting to blossom. 5 bats flit around the trunk. Details like the texture of the cherry tree bark, the faces and fur of the little bats add a life-like feel to the scene. Made for use with dry branches or an insert for water (not included).
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 13 3/4" high x 6" wide
A pair of art deco bronze early Showa Period Ca. 1930 hanging lanterns. 27cm tall x 20cm in diameter each. Great condition. Ask for shipping quote.
Rare and very refined metal box, decorated with gold and silver hirazogan and takazogan inlays on a black background, pagodas in a mountainous landscape, cottages and bridge near a river in rippling shibuishi. The sides are enhanced with flower bouquets, crab and snail. Ryumin's signature is encrusted in a silver metal cartridge. Dimensions: 7.2 x 6 x H 2.5 cm.
Ultimate iron doorknockers! Two halves of of an iron chryasanthemum, the imperial family creast, creating a full chrysanthemum with heavy iron knockers from the Edo Period, Ca. 1860. Underneath each iron ring is a kanji character: one is "Kotobuki" meaning 'long life' and the other "Fuku" meaning 'happiness.' The chrysanthem is attached to the wood by iron screws. The chrysanthem is 13" in diameter. Ask for shipping quote.
A beautifully crafted cast, carved, and parcel gilt bronze image of a samurai pulling back, arrow nocked, ready to let fly, signed in a metal cartouche on back Shunko-saku (made by Shunko). It is roughly 27.5 cm (11 inches) to the top of his hat, 25 cm (10 inches) from forefinger to elbow. The warrior is calm, determined, with a look of deep concentration in his inlaid eyes. He wears an eboshi, a formal type of hat, and is dressed in sumptuous, loose fitting robes with leggings and braces to pr...
Sensational Late Meiji Period Ca. 1910 bronze flower vase. Used of Ikebana flower arrangements. Featuring two round mythical kirin handles and a unusual textured bronze finish. 23cm tall x 32cm wide x 29cm deep. Great condition. Ask for shipping quote.
Japanese bronze vase with nice form, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size: Height 24.4 C.M. / Width 9.8 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall. Please refer to the enlargement photos for more details.
Shipment: Worldwide shipping from Bangkok, Thailand at actual cost. Please e-mail us for the shipping fee.
A fine,large and very heavily cast Japanese bronze flower vase of shaped dodecagonal cross section, with central reticulated floral section and pierced galleried rim. 15 in. 38 cms. high and 29 cms across the top. Edo/Meiji period, mid 19th century. Signed on the base Gyoko. Weight in excess of 3kg.
Drop-shaped bronze vase, with peonies in relief, decorated to simulate a delicate and light fabric that ends with a bow near the top of the neck.
Using mixed metals to create visual contrasts adds depth and beauty.
Signed Gyokkō 玉光 on the side of the vase and with 'Yuasa sei' 湯浅製 seal within an oval silver reserve under the base.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 21 x 10 cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Japanese cloisonné vase, decorated with silver thread, depicting blooming chrysanthemums, symbolic flowers of Japan and the emperor, painted with bright enamels that vary from shades of white to purple.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 30.2 x 12.5 cm.
State of conservation: Very good
A lovely Japanese Edo period bronze ritual temple bell, Late 18th. cent. AD.
Superbly cast and reworked and finely polished bell with spikes and an archaic design.
Size: 19,2 cm. tall and 14 cm. wide.
Condition: Extremely fine, attractive patina.
Ex. Old Danish Private Collection of Asian art.
Very rare and unusual bronze zen temple gong Ca. 1930. 26cm tall x 34cm long. excellent condition.
Very good sound with striker. Ask for shipping quote.
Refined silver bowl with embossed irises cast and chiseled inside on a hand-hammered ground on the bulbous body, raised on an oval foot.
Signature engraved under the base Watanabe zo and Junjin.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 15 x 27 cm. – Weight: 1320 gr.
State of conservation: Very good
Samurai menpo mask with the ressei (fierce) expression, belonging to the me-no-shita "half-face" type, which stands out for its leather surface to simulate finely hammered iron.
Remarkable are the generously sized imposing nose and chin, which add a distinctive element to the face of the mask.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 18th century
Dimensions: 28 x 23 cm.
State of conservation: Very good
Bronze incense burner with brown patina with shibuishi inlays. Composed of an enormous wave or a dragon also in shibuishi emerging from the waves holds the sacred pearl in its claws. The sphere cover grip represents a tengu also holding a sacred pearl in one paw. The base of the wave is decorated with small crabs and octopuses. Period: Meiji (1868-1912). Height: 51 cm.
Japanese Silver and Gold Helmet Presentation Bonbonniere Box by Miyamoto Shoko
It is 2.95 inches (7.5 cm) tall by 2.95 inches (7.5 cm) wide. It is 92.5 gram.
It is tarnished and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Antique Japanese extra large bronze vase. Dramatic baluster form with foliate rim, fluted neck and chimera handles. Archaic motifs around the neck and shoulders. The body of the vase is decorated with highly raised scenes of birds including songbirds and a peacock. The flared foot of the vase has a dragon and crashing waves.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 32 3/4" high x 13" wide
Antique Japanese bronze Buddhist temple lantern. The finial is a flaming jewel and the corners of the roof are hung with bells. A dragon is coiled around the lower portion of the lantern stand. Many areas are decorated with colorful cloisonné clouds, flowers and cranes. Electrified.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 25 1/2" high x 13" wide
Antique Japanese bronze vase with Chinese archaic motifs. The shape is a traditional ancient Chinese form with flared rim and incised scrolling archaic designs. Fudog handles. Dark patina with areas of deep red. On a carved wooden stand.
Age: Edo Period (1603-1867)
Dimensions: 13 1/8" high x 9 1/2" wide
Antique Japanese bronze vase with raised design of irises. Round body and long neck with flared mouth. Dark patina.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 12 7/8" high x 4 1/2" wide
19th Century Japanese Mixed Metal Box by Komai Otojiro
It is 1.97 inches (5 cm) tall by 4.86 inches (12.35 cm) long by 3.54 inches (9 cm) wide. It is 493 gram.
It is tarnished, and has minor rust, oxidation, rubbing of gold, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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A Tokyo school bronze sculpture depicting a geisha sitting on a wooden bench. The figure of the geisha is portrayed in a moment of deep reflection, with a fan held in her hands. She wears a luxurious festive kimono, embellished with rich details and a large cushion adorns her place to sit.
The artist's extraordinary mastery is evident in the impeccable folds of the kimono, which lie with surprising softness.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji 19th century
Dimensions: 34 x 15 x 20 cm. – We...
A Japanese drop-shaped bronze vase worked with a remarkable depth that transforms the work into a breathtaking three-dimensional scene with a majestic bear in relief in the center as it stands powerfully on a rock.
The bear is portrayed with a precision that does justice to its majesty. The details of its fur, its powerful paws and the expression of its face give an extraordinary life to the animal. The vase offers a sense of depth and dynamism to the entire scene, bringing the bear and the r...
1900's Japanese Bronze Elephant Fighting Tiger Okimono Signed
It is 10.15 inches (25.8 cm) tall by 14.65 inches (37.2 cm) wide. It is 13.7 Lb.
It has some stains (white spots),surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Unusual late 19th century Japanese multimetal pendant in a shape of portable scales. The cover can be moved to the side to reveal gilded inside. Very good crisp work, in excellent condition. Length 1.42 inches.
