Japanese Kutani porcelain bowl decorated in gilt and overglaze polychrome enamels with a scene depicting two figures seated outdoors conversing under a tree. A geometric band interspersed with white flowers decorates the interior rim. There are fine "ao tsubu" (green dot) accents. The exterior is decorated on opposing sides with a prominent yellow flower and ribbon pattern. The base is signed in red "Kutani made." Believed to date from the early Showa Period (circa 1926 - 1935)...
A Hirado blue and white porcelain censer with pierced lattice work cover and sides. Lion masks in relief on opposing sides. Decoration of aromatic flowers and wisps of burning incense. Three feet elevate the censer above surfaces. Early Showa period. Good condition. Lion mask to Lion mask nearly 4 inches in length. Height, covered, just over 3 inches.
Japanese Nippon Coralene Porcelain Vase with Flower Marked
It is 11.65 inches (29.6 cm) tall by 7.3 inches (18.6 cm) wide. It is 4.3 Lb.
It has rubbing gold, dark spots, missing beads, surface wears and scratches ( as seen in the photos).
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An exquisite slightly fluted porcelain bowl with a dragon parading though tendrils of cloud in raised relief by Mokusen enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It is 18.3 cm (7 inches) diameter, 9cm tall (3-1/2 inches) tall and in excellent condition. Mokusen was a prolific porcelain artist in Kyoto well known for his tea ware.
Fabulous Early Showa Period Ca. 1930 'Rutsubo" ceramic crucible for melting bronzes. Repeated firings at extremely high temperatures to melt bronze alloys has produced the most remakable art deco glazes on the outside. Great condition. 33cm tall x 27cm in diameter. Ask for shipping quote.
1930's Japanese Satsuma Vase with Flower Marked "Kinkozan"
It is 4.9 inches (12.5 cm) tall by 3 inches (7.6 cm) wide. It is 0.5 lb.
It has surface wear and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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1930's Japanese Satsuma Tea Set with Bamboo Marked "Kinkozan"
The teapot is 6.15 inches (15.6 cm) tall by 6.4 inches (16.3 cm) wide. The sugar is 3.7 inches (9.4 cm) tall by 5.6 inches (14.3 cm) wide. The creamer is 2.5 inches (6.3 cm) tall by 4.8 inches (12.2 cm) wide. The coffee pot is 10.1 inches (25.6 cm) tall by 6.7 inches (17 cm) wide...
Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Satsuma Hexagon Vase with Dragon & Phoenix Marked
It is 10.7 inches (27.4 cm) tall by 8.26 inches (21 cm) wide. It is 7.9 Lb.
It has minor rubbing of gold, surface wears, and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Pair of fine satzuma earthenware vases. The cream colored clay is covered with finely crackled glaze. A golden decoration representing pagodas in a mountainous landscape is placed on a matte black background. Some details are sprinkled to imitate morning mists. These are original vases inspired by Komai style vases in gold damask steel. Probably made in Kyoto during the Meiji or Taisho period. Good condition. Height: 125mm.
Gorgeous Awata cereamic 'suiban' or flower vase by 'Tozan, Ca. 1930 with original box. perfect condition. 11" wide and 8" deep x 3" tall. Ask for shipping quote.
Antique Japanese ceramic figure of a rabbit. Glazed with a crackle glaze. Recumbent from with head slightly turned. Details of eyes and nose in black and gray.
Age: Taisho Period (early 20th century)
Dimensions: 4 1/4" high x 8" long x 5 1/2" wide
A lovely tray in the shape of a split lotus leaf by Ito Tetsugai enclosed in a period wooden box titled Sencha Shiki Habon. It is roughly 53 x 25 cm (20-1/2 x 10 inches), expertly carved to be incredibly thin. Trays like these were used as decorative objects in the service of steeped green tea, and were very popular from the Meiji through early Showa eras.
1900-1920s (late Meiji - early Taisho) ceramic chaire (tea caddy for storing powdered green tea used in tea ceremony) in bunrin (apple) shape with a single small handle. Unusual Kyoto piece made in neriage (agateware) technique that is achieved by laminating different colored clays together and throwing them on a wheel to develop a swirling and spiraling effect. Comes with very well made shifuku (silk brocade storage bag).Old turned bone lid lined with gold leaf paper on the inside...
Exceptional wabi sabi paulownia wood ikebana tea ceremony flower vase with copper inset and bronze hand made chains. Ca. 1930. Great condition. Ask for shipping quote. 14" long x 4 1/2" wide x 3 1/2 " deep. Hangs from 3 chains. Ask for shipping quote.
1930's Japanese Inlaid Silver Cast Iron Teapot Tetsubin with Plum Flower
It is 8.26 inches (21 cm) tall by 8.26 inches (21 cm) wide. It weights 3.3 Lb.
It has oxidation, rust, water stains and surface wears (as seen in the photos).
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A beautifully carved tray of overlapping leaves interspersed with clustered grapes by Ichikawa Shudo signed on back in a circular cartouche. In one corner an odd round tail leads us to a squirrel head popping through the leaves, as if one were looking up through the vines toward the sky. It is 46 x 35 x 3 cm (roughly 18 x 14 x 1 inches) and is in overall fine condition, There is a slight warp to the bottom of the tray, but it is still bery usable and there is no damage to the carving...
1930's Japanese Kutani Porcelain Miniature Rabbit Okimono Marked "Japan"
It is 1.25 inches (3.17 cm) tall by 2.25 inches (5.71 cm) in length. It is 25.5 gram.
It has a flea bite chip at one ear, writing on the bottom, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).
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Japanese pair of porcelain Inari kitsune (foxes). Glazed and painted they sit on brightly colored bases, one with a scroll, the other with a ball in it's mouth.
Also called zenko, these good spirit kitsune are specifically associated with the goddess, Inari. Believed to be both messengers and guardians, kitsune served Inari in her role as goddess of agriculture, specifically rice. Part of the folklore surrounding the fox is it’s ability to shape shift into human form...
