Furoshiki (wrapping cloth) with sashiko which is made of hand-spun cotton and vegetable indigo dyed. It has the sashiko owner's name. The first half of the 20th century. In excellent condition. 124cm x 124cm

Mexican Pre Columbian Tlatilco Terracotta Dog and another. The Tlatilco dog standing on 3.5 legs with a detailed face the other west Mexican tripod dog missing its head. C 1200 BC -600 BC size L 3"

4 pieces of Nara Uchiwa whose history dates back to Nara period (A.D.710~794). It began as manual side line work of the Shinto priest of Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Nara. The traditional motifs (Tenpyo Moyo) such as peonix, deer, kylin (imaginary animal), dragon, Parrot etc. These four (originally five) were made by Ikeda Gankodo which is only existing maker of it in Nara. In good condition. The first half of the 20th century. W:22cm L:37cm

Chinese Famille Rose Plaque Screen with Landscape Temple Scene on Huanghuali Wood Frame & Hardwood Stand, Circa 1950's

It is 26.7 inches (68.1 cm) tall by 15.7 inches (40.2 cm) wide with stand. The panel is 18.2 inches (46.3 cm) tall by 14.1 inches (36 cm) wide. The total weight is 18.1 Lb.

It is in good condition with no repairs, except small chips and cracks at the frame.

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Pair 1950's Chinese Large Green Crackle Glaze Monochrome Vase - AS IS

They are 13.3 inches (33.8 cm) tall by 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) wide. The total weight is 8.6 Lb.

One vase has been repaired at the lip (glued back). The have holes drilled at the bottom, stains at the inside, wobbling bottom, black spots, mild skip glazes, glaze crazing, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Nihonbashi
Sealed "S". Artist unidentified.
Date: ca. 1940s.
Print size: 3.75 x 2.75 inches.
Publisher: Unsodo. From a group included in an Unsodo client sample book.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print attached along top edge only to original holiday card.
Condition: Excellent.

Sakiori obi for a casual kimono. The warp is cotton yarn and the weft is cotton strips recycled old from cloth. In excellent condition. The second half of the 20th century. 13.3cm x 2m16cm

Canadian Northwest Coast Haida Indian hand dance drum by Clarence A. Wells ( -1950) depicts a pair of hawks in the graphic Haida style. Title "Fish Hawk". and signature present along edge. The red, black, and white coloring of the eagles makes a dramatic contrast with the natural background color of the drum surface.

Northwest Coast Native Haida artist Clarence A. Wells is a native Canadian artist from the Gitsen Clan of the Tsimshian First Nation...

Small protector figure in the sitting position and namaste gesture. Old and encrusted patina. H 20 cm More information on request

Okuyama Gijin (Yoshito) (b. 1934)
Ginkakuji
Date: ca 1950s.
Size: 19 x 9.75 inches.
Self-published by the artist.
Signed in pencil and sealed.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent. Slight margin creasing and wave.

Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839-1892)
Moon and Smoke (Fire)
No. 22 from the series "One Hundred Aspects of the Moon"
Date: 1886
Size: Oan. Approximately 14.75 x 10.25 inches.
Signed and sealed by the artist
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Publisher: Akiyama Buemon
Carver: Yamamoto
Condition: Slight toning and fading.
- Rival fire brigade standard-bearers stand on opposite rooftops...

A Musical Ensemble at Tang Dynasty Royal Liyuan Garden / Zhang Daqian (1899-1983) Est: $60,000 - $80,000 Description 張大千唐宫按樂圖（含書法）設色水墨紙本立軸 1947年作 款識：太平天子無封事，長日深宫事游戲。自将新譜按宫商，一派笙箫起天際。明眸皓齿先相射，急管繁弦坐终夕。破费千金教復成，消磨一刻應須惜。争妍竞巧如相助，翻喜太真情不妬。妙耳疑阅蔡琰弦，重瞳屡作周郎頋。鼓�...

Chinese Bitong made of burl or roots ; good condition with expected wear and tear. H: 14 cms, W: 14 cms.

Ohara Shoson (Koson)
Kingfisher on Snow-Covered Reeds
Size: Approximately 7 x 4.75 inches.
Date: ca. 1930s.
Shoson seal at lower left.
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo.
Reference: AS.13 in Crows, Cranes and Camellias: The Natural World of Ohara Koson (Reigle Newland).
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent.
Note: Embossed snow on this rarely seen design.

This is a beautiful moulded polychrome porcelain bat or wufu and peach brush washer. The bat or wufu is glazed in a iron brown colour with gold dotting and lining. The pair of wings is shown clinching onto the peach and presumably, the bat eating is eating the peach. The peach colour is in the shed from green to dark pink at the tip, with dark green leave and brownish tree trunk. The inside of the brush washer is glazed in turquoise colour...

Vintage Japanese Komai metal obidome (sash ornament) with gold and silver decoration of bamboo stem and leaves. Obidome is worn on an obi cord that holds the obi sash together, it is the only type of jewelry worn by Japanese women on formal occasions, and could serve as netsuke as well. Nice design, great quality crisp metalwork, two fittings for a cord on the back, a few scratches to the front. Stamped AMITA SILVER on the back. Length 1.18 inches.

Paper stencil for kimono or futonji which are made of wash, Japanese handmade paper. The first paper stencil resist dyeing appeared in the Kamakura and Nanboku-cho period (1185~1392). It was applied for many items later, such as samurai's kamishimo(komon), civilian's kimono, No-drama costume and so on. Mino-gami (handmade paper made in Mino in Gifu Pref.) is used for the stencil...

Design book of Japanese traditional patterns which are originally designed by Katsushika Hokusai (1760?~1849), a notable and prominent Ukiyo-e-shi. The title is "Shin-gata Kommon-cho", a new komon design book. It has a pair of two designs, which are woodblock print, black line in one page and colored in the other and each has a name. 74 patterns in a ciecle. In excellent condition. Published in Taisho 14 (1925) by Okamoto Ihei in Kyoto. 22cm x 17cm x 2cm

A large bronze sculpture of a slender young woman undressing rendered in a quote naturalistic manner. Brown patination. Inscribed and signed storage box and with Japanese Kanji name character on the back side of the base. H 42 cm. Showa around 1950´s to 60´s. Perfect condition. Made by Nakagawa Kiyoshi (1897-1977) born in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture. Graduated from Tokyo Art School (now Tokyo University of the Arts)...

An "ogee" shaped porcelain bowl decorated with polychrome 'famille rose' enamels depicting two pheasants amongst flowering peony and pomegranate branches and below a band of alternating lotus flowers and the eight Buddhist emblems, the Bajixiang...

The size of Kutani Dog: 7" High x 4 1/4" Wide x 5" Deep.
This is beautiful and adorable Japanese Kutani Dog
from 1970's to 1980's about 50 years old
vintage Okimono. It has flowers, butterfly and ribbon on neck design.
The Dog is made from crackle glazing semi porcelain body.
Bottom of Dog Okimono has some kind stain...

TWO LIDDED WILLOW BASKETS

Originally used as lunch box or confectionery container in early 20th century, Korea. approx. 27 x 17 x 9cm (10.62 x 6.69 x 3.54in), 23 x 12 x 6cm (9.05 x 4.72 x 2.36in). Some expected stains, damage, and losing shape due to use and aging as is.


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Very old Hudoq mask , light wood with only mineral dyes. as shown from the back side this mask was hold with the teeth biting the thin bambou stick, likely for first part of the 20th, circa 100years H 30 cm , wide 34 cm, nose 12cm

A Group of 8(eight) Yixing Tea Cups. 2(two) teacups have 4.1 cm diameter and 2.6 cm height, 2(two) teacups have 4.6 cm diameter and 2.9 cm height and the other tea cups have 5 cm diameter and 2.9 cm height. The 2(two) tea cups which 5 cm diameter and 2.9 cm height have a hairline inside the cup (not appeared from outside).

Ide Gakusui
Chrysanthemums
Size: Approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches.
Date: 1950s-60s.
Gakusui signature and seal lower right.
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo
Woodblock print is tipped along the top edge to original 7 x 4.5-inch blank card.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Condition: Excellent.

Incredibly carved Chinese hard-stone seals, with ram finial. The height of the item is 2.75 inches, in great condition.

Japanese 20th century bronze vase by Living National Treasure bronze artist TAKAMURA TOYOCHIKA (1890-1972). TOYOCHIKA was the son of he famous sculptor TAKAMURA KOUN. In 1908 he became the student of famous bronze artist TSUDA SHINOBU and in 1915 he graduated from the Tokyo School of Fine Arts. He received many awards at TEITEN and other major exhibitions. He was recognized as Living National Treasure in 1964 for his specialty in metal casting using the lost wax method. This particular vase is o...

Charles W. Bartlett
Ushibuse (aka. Sleeping Buddah)
Date: 1916
Size: Oban. approximately 14.75 x 9.75.
Signed in red by Bartlett. Monogrammed and well-sealed.
Very good condition. On the verso, so thinning of paper in sky and top and bottom margin. A few small light brown spots.

A rare commemorative white porcelain cup produced by the Fukagawa Arita Company (purveyors to the Imperial Family) inscribed in gold with “A toast to Prince Akihito & Princess Michiko 1959.” The rim is gilt and below it is the gold Japanese Imperial Chrysanthemum Seal. The chrysanthemum flower is also the symbol of Japan and of longevity and rejuvenation. Under the foot is the Fukagawa Arita Company seal and the words “Hand-painted and Made in Japan.” The unusual shape features a thin...

Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839-1892)
Itsukushima Moon
No. 21 from the series "One Hundred Aspects of the Moon"
Date: 1886
Size: Oban. Approximately 14.75 x 10.25 inches.
Signed and sealed by the artist.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print.
Publisher: Akiyama Buemon.
Carver: Enkatsu.
Condition: Very good. Invisible paper wear can be seen when held to back light.
- "A courtesan from the port town of Muro on the Seto Inland Sea drifts past the base of a hu...

Antelope mask from the Eastern Pende Peoples. Early to mid 20th century. Excellent age wear and patina. H. 45 cm. Yale archive: ao-0038719-001 Provenance: Coll. Christaens Coll. Joseph Hans, Brussels Mamadou Keita, Amsterdam Danny de Waele, Ghent, Belgium, 1995

4 sheets of Chiyo-gami with autumn leaves designs which are woodblock prints. The paper is washi, a handmade paper made from mulberry fiber. Chiyo-gami was originated in Kyoto and developed in Edo later. It was used for paper dolls and paper crafts. Generally the larger one is the older. Clockwise from top left: 53cm x 37cm, 52cm x 37.5cm, 41cm x 32cm, 53cm x 37cm The top left one has rather thick texture and others have thin texture. The fourth one has a break in the corner. The first half of...

Japanese black lacquered paper mache box for storing tea. Holding a teapot, the figure's face and hands appear to be bone or ivory. Measures 5.5" x 2.75".

A republic or Qing dynasty style brushwasher, globular body and unglazed base, possibly products of 1920s or earlier. Brush washer is in good condition no chip. no crack, no restoration except some scratches. It is scholar table object de art, nice collection piece in any chinese or japanese art collection. Please enquire....

The Size of Obi: 12 1/4" Wide x 176 "( 14 feet). This is wonderful Fine Japanese Kyo Obi with Platinum works with silk. Obi has Japanese Katakana marking at the end “PURACHINA” (platinum). It is not made of Platinum Haku (leaves) rather Platinum threads. It has beautiful Goshoguruma (Imperial wheel carrier). It has also the flower design of Peony, Chrysanthemums as well as other flower design. The clors are very delicately composed. As Fukuro Obi, there is a blank area as photographs. Obi is...

Height approximately 21.5cm. New patina added. In good condition.