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The Kura
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A rare Seto Heishi (also read Heiji) bottle dating from the Kamakura period (1192-1333) wrapped in a custom made silk pouch with age darkened Kiri-wood box. Streaks of an unusual blue shidare glaze are visible on one side, Unlike the vast majority of Heishi bottles, this piece is no unearthed or excavated but has been passed down from generation to generation (as evidenced by the lack of inclusions or calcification)...
The Kura
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A yobitsugi Jar made up of various excavated kiln shards of central Japan dating from the Heian period (794–1185). It is roughly 32 cm diameter, the same height. Looking at the volume of debris and encrustations, it is likely that the upper most part of this tsubo, which is one piece, was buried in a kiln collapse, earth and stone fusing to the molten ash. During the Heian period, hole kilns were dug into hillsides, with a chimney bored down into the back...
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese single section mizuya tansu (kitchen chest). Made of sugi (cryptomeria) wood with details in keyaki (elm). Two large sliding panels with vertical slats open to a large compartment with a shelf. Below this is a horizontal row of four small drawers with round, iron handles...
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese cast iron lantern in the form of a cricket (or grasshopper). Crafted with long, elegant antennae. The lantern is made so it can sit over a light or candle, illuminating the cut out sections on it's wings.
Age: Taisho Period (1912-1926)
Dimensions: 5 1/4" high x 11" long x 5" wide
Age: Taisho Period (1912-1926)
Dimensions: 5 1/4" high x 11" long x 5" wide
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese cast iron lantern in the form of a rabbit. Sitting upright with long ears alert. The lantern is made to hold a candle, the light escaping through many round cast windows in the rabbit's body.
Age: Taisho Period (1912-1926)
Dimensions: 10 1/2" high x 9 1/2" long x 5 1/2" wide
Age: Taisho Period (1912-1926)
Dimensions: 10 1/2" high x 9 1/2" long x 5 1/2" wide
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Stoneware : Pre 1700
item #1478997
(stock ##TRC230605)
During Japan's Momoyama period, spanning from the late 16th to the early 17th century, Bizen pottery flourished, producing exquisite pieces such as this “shimokabura” or radish-bulb-shaped sake flask (tokkuri). Crafted from locally sourced Bizen clay, this tokkuri embodies simplicity and understated elegance. Its unassuming form showcases the natural beauty of the clay, enhanced by a delicate ash glaze and distinctive markings achieved through specialized firing techniques...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1700
item #1479096
(stock #TRC230607)
![An Excavated Mishima Tea Bowl with Maki-e Gold Repair [Tokugawa Clan]](https://images.trocadero.com/stores/KyotoArt/items/1479096/pict.jpg)
From a 2006 excavation site in Tokyo known to be occupied by the Owari Tokugawa clan—the most senior contingent of the Tokugawa clan that united Japan under one rule—this lovely Mishima tea bowl has been given a new lease on life with a gorgeous and detailed kintsugi repair with maki-e gold painting...
Finely carved mask, with strong features and delicate painting meant to enhance the strength of the character it represents. The character depicted here is of Hashihime. The mask is made of wood, its eyes are made of metal. The mask is signed. Japan,Taisho and Early Showa Period (1912-1945). Height: 20.8 cm. Very good condition.
NOTE 1: The most famous hashihime story comes from Tsurugi no Maki, in The Tale of the Heike, and is retold in the noh play Kanawa...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Enamel : Pre 1900
item #1479602
(stock #2023-1112)
GALERIE TIAGO
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Exceptional Japanese incense cabinet kodansu in wood covered with a profusion of mother-of-pearl flowers and bone leaves, engraved and inlaid with the shibayama technique. Bottom in nashi-ji lacquer.
Handles, finishes and feet in silver...
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese Nihon Matsu isho tansu (clothing chest) in two sections from the Nihonmatsu area of Fukushima Prefecture. Made all of kiri (paulownia) wood. Iron hardware has a deep red lacquer finish and includes hirute shaped drawer pulls and large square lock plates with shōchikubai symbols (three friends of winter: plum, pine and bamboo) and a butterfly key hole cover. The top section has 2 large full-width drawers...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Metalwork : Pre 1900
item #1479920
(stock #468)
Conservatoire Sakura
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Cast bronze warrior with multiple patinas, partly gilded. The samurai, wielding a naginata, fights furiously. The artist may have wanted to designate here the Japanese medieval hero, Miyamoto Musashi because the latter fought bareheaded and during the fights his hair electrified by fury stood on his head. History teaches us that he would have triumphed in 60 duels during his life as a swordsman.
Good condition, original gilding and patina...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Furniture : Pre 1837 VR
item #1479953
(stock #2023-1115)
GALERIE TIAGO
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Jûbako picnic box made of paulownia wood and shaped like a paulownia flower. It is composed of three compartments with the interior in red lacquer.
With its original box with several inscriptions, included the datation "- 2nd year of Kaei era", namely 1848
Paulownia (kiri) is considered as a symbol of nobility, honor and longevity...
Zentner Collection
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Antique Japanese ikebana basket with tall, arching handle. Oval form body on a round foot. Fine split bamboo is tightly woven around the upper and lower portion of the body. A wide band in the center is accented with a wave pattern. The handle is tightly wrapped to create a series of small squares. The basket utilizes many different types of knot work.
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 22 1/2" high x 10 1/2" wide x 9" wide
Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Dimensions: 22 1/2" high x 10 1/2" wide x 9" wide
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1920
item #1480057
(stock #0597)
Momoyama Gallery
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One-of-a-kind!!! This is an item sui generis.
A yellow glazed Raku chawan, dating from the Meiji Period (ca. 120 years old) with its originally signed wood box.
The chawan is in superb condition with no chips or cracks. Around the bowl are carved chinese characters. The tea bowl is very solid and fits perfectly into the palm of the hands. Great chawan!
No chips or cracks.
Size: 8,6 cm height x 11,9 cm in diameter.
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All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1837 VR
item #1480060
(stock #TRC230621)
Based on telltale signs, this extraordinary Raku tea bowl likely dates to the late Edo period (200+ years old). Crafted with meticulous care, its smooth, ebony surface exudes a sense of depth and mystery while its reddish hues gracefully traverse the bowl's contours—creating subtle variations of color that evoke a feeling of warmth...
Antique Seto Guro Chawan made in the Mid to Late Edo period (18-19cc).
Size
Height 8cm
Width 12.5cm
Condition
There is a chip at the mouth. No cracks and no repair.
Supplied with wooden box
"Seto Guro" refers to a specific type of Japanese pottery known as "Seto blackware" or "Seto-guro-yaki" in Japanese. Seto Guro is characterized by its black or dark brown glaze, which gives the pottery a distinct and dramatic appearance.
Seto Gur...
Size
Height 8cm
Width 12.5cm
Condition
There is a chip at the mouth. No cracks and no repair.
Supplied with wooden box
"Seto Guro" refers to a specific type of Japanese pottery known as "Seto blackware" or "Seto-guro-yaki" in Japanese. Seto Guro is characterized by its black or dark brown glaze, which gives the pottery a distinct and dramatic appearance.
Seto Gur...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Tea Articles : Pre 1920
item #1480171
(stock #0598)
Momoyama Gallery
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We continue our presentation of Ohi chawan (Ohi tea bowls) with yet another sublime vessel, a true eye-catcher made at the end of the Meiji Period around 1910. It's a unique Ohi Chawan which seems to be a kuro Raku bowl, but it isn't. With its sophisticated shape and its mesmerizing play of different colors of glaze it's outstanding.
The lightness of the clay, the soft silky textures of the glaze, and the mastery of form are all signatures of a kiln of excellence backed by generations o...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Devotional Objects : Pre 1800
item #1480441
(stock #1-1373)
Statue of Buddha, in monk's robes, standing on an elevated rounded stand, his hands in abhaya and varada mudra (symbolizing protection, peace, charity and compassion). Wood, with fine patina. Japan, mid Edo period, 18th century. Height: 18 cm. Slight abrasion due to age, otherwise very good condition.
