Rare item. Yazutsu (quiver) made of "koyori" which is twisted washi (Japanese handmade paper) strings. The crafts made of koyori and coated with urushi were called "Kami-Nagato" and they were popular handicrafts in Edo period, such as tabacco cases, bowls and sake containers in hyotan shape and so on. It has 15 arrows made of bamboo but feathers are worn out. The quiver is in excellent condition. The 19th century. L:94cm Diameter:7.5cm
This is the second piece of the group of three excellent Celadon pieces ( item # 895018 )
This rare Bird-feeder is excellent because of its perfect potted shape, and because of the superb surface of its glaze...
Ceremonial Konyak necklace ; glass beads, bronze, shell. H closed : 38c. India, Nagaland, Konyak
An Arita porcelain small bowl with barbed lotus style lobed rim, a namasu, typically used in Japanese cuisine to serve various pickles. Potted in mid 17C transitional Chinese style without a foot-rim as such, but an unglazed ring, kodai.
The interior of the bowl painted in ko-sometsuke style. One half painted with Su Shi’s “First Ode to the Red Cliffe”, divided into twelve columns reading from right to left...
This pair of Lotus Shoes have a lotus blossom embroidered on each side of the white silk vamp. Used and showing many signs of wear, they are also a bit are dirtier than they appear in the pictures. One of the leather heels is missing. They measure just a bit over 5" heel to toe tip...
Charming original Japanese antique bronze figure of a swimming koi, very beautiful detailed work especially on face, fins and scales, graceful naturalistic movement of the fish, Meiji Period (1868 - 1912)
Size: 11 2/4" long
Chinese coral necklace with beads that have each been hand-carved into tulips. The coral is of a light pink with white areas. 20th century
Size: 9" length
A miniature Ming pig head. The pig represents "Good Fortune" and "Prosperity".
Size: 7.5cm x 7.0cm
Condition: Minor chips at the base and some incrustation that can be removed.
A blue glazed porcelain scholar's brush rest in the shape of a five peaked mountain. In good antique condition showing wear to the highest peak. Height 2 3/8", length 3 5/8 inches. Circa 1900 or earlier.
Chinese antique small porcelain bowl with lobed edges, painted with a qilin against a background of rocks and trees. The sides are painted with more rural scenes in blue, green, black, red and yellow enamel. The significance of the qilin is that it is said to appear upon the imminent arrival of a sage or "illustrious ruler". It embodies and protects Chinese virtues on earth, using it's magical powers to uplift the good...
Antique Japanese lacquer suzuri bako (writing box) and matching large stationary box inspired by Korin Ogata of the Rinpa School tradition. The larger box was used for writing paper while the smaller box was used for writing implements. Inside the suzuri bako is an ink stone and a metal water dropper. Both boxes are decorated entirely with a highly raised design of blossoming cherry branches on a gold lacquer ground. Each flower is made of inlaid shell...
Oni mask in dark brown patina lacquered wood with finely sculpted details.
The expression of the mask, although funny, is imbued with a slight fear, creating a balance between the comical and the disturbing. The painted glass eyes add a magnetic depth.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 12 x 10 x 7 cm.
State of conservation: Very good
A rustic and simple Korean Bandagi chest made of elm wood. The exterior of the chest contains decorative iron fittings and handles. The interior of the chest contains three small drawers on the top area of the interior and a large space below to store a blanket. Age: 19th century. Size: Length 31.25' x Width 15.25" x Height 23"
This a Sung Dynasty Qingbai Granary or Funerary Vase in Good conditon except some glaze degradation and glaze peeling, some minor minute chips, please enquire for more details and happy browsing our store, thank you very much.
Charming antique Chinese pewter gourd shaped container with labels on body. Diamond etched design with floral and shou symbols on banding. Stem lid cover. Makers manufacturing mark stamped on bottom.
Age: 19th century
Size: 6"H 3.5"D
Beautiful antique Japanese Edo Period Imari Large Octagonal Bowl Decorated with scenes of rural sea side huts. Inside there is a large kirin in swirling clouds. Wonderful patterns of chrysanthemums, blue underglaze with orange, green and gold details. Seal in blue on the bottom of bowl. Age: Late Edo Period (1803 - 1817).
Size: 12" diameter x 4.375" height.
An antique Japanese Ko-Giri Tansu from the Taisho period. Made of all-kiri wood with two round locks, "c" shaped handles, original copper hardware.
Date: Taisho Period (1912-1926)
Dimensions: 16' tall X 23.5" wide X 12" deep
Late 18th or early 19th century Chinese gilt bronze Buddha. Seated figure with legs crossed, right arm extended, left arm bent at elbow. Good condition. H: 6 ¾ inches, W: 3 ¾ inches