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Place of Origin: Japanese
Japanese Rare Antique Inlaid Smoking Tansu, Complete 1850
Located in South Burlington, VT
The first we have seen
A spectacular and hard to find Inlaid mother of pearly - using the raden technique- and lacquered three-drawer Tansu complete with all original bronze accoutrement including a fine engraved antique long pipe and two removable covered bronze cylinders all executed by expert mid-19th century Edo samurai...
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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Large Japanese Lacquer Mask
Located in New York, NY
Large Japanese lacquer and Papier-Mâché (19th Century) Iki Ningyo mask or sometimes referred to as Noh mask, mounted on custom painted metal base. Trim...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
Japanese Edo Noh Mask of Obeshimi
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo period carved, lacquered and gilt cypress wood Noh mask of Obeshimi. Made in the circa late 17th century, this extremely rare piece represents th...
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Late 17th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cypress
Japanese Bronze a Woman with Dove Midcentury Sculptor
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan a lovely, sensitive cast bronze sculpture of a woman gently holding a dove in her hands. The naive female nude by a midcentury sculptor.
This is a Classic midcentury nude f...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
16th Century Japanese Sculpture of a Buddhist Tenbu
Located in Hudson, NY
16th century Japanese sculpture of a Buddhist Tenbu, Late Momoyama period (1333-1598) sculpture dated "Bunroku 3", or 1594, in ink on the back. T...
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16th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal, Gold Leaf
Japan Antique Set Three Brilliant Color Hand Painted Garden Bowls, 1910
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisition Travels- matching set three (3) three gorgeous hand painted bowls from Japan in their original tomobako box.
Japan hard to find early set of th...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Japanese Gilded Statue of a Shinto God, Momoyama Period
Located in Prahran, Victoria
A Japanese statue of a Shinto god from the Momoyama period. Hand carved from wood with a layer of gesso and hand painted flowing robes with delicately wroug...
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16th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gesso, Wood
Carved Wood Gilt-Lacquered Sculpture of Seated Japanese Edo Buddha Amida Nyorai
Located in Studio City, CA
This truly a magnificent piece. Stunning. Beautiful. Supremely serene.
Meticulously hand carved in such fine and amazing detail (see hands and flowing robes). Gilded throughout. S...
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Late 19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer, Wood
Japanese Bunraku Ningyo Joruri Meiji Edo Puppet Head in Display Case
Located in Studio City, CA
This is a spectacular piece. Mesmerizing.
Bunraku, also commonly known as Ningyo Joruri, is a form of traditional Japanese puppet theatre, founded i...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Giltwood Medicine Buddha, Yakushi Nyorai, Muromachi Period 16th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A striking Japanese late Muromachi Period (1333-1573) lacquered and giltwood figure of Yakushi Nyorai, the Medicine Buddha, seated upon an elaborate car...
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16th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rock Crystal
Early 19th Century Japanese Wood Noh Mask
Located in Hudson, NY
Early 19th century Japanese wood noh mask, This mask comes in its original kiri wood storage box, which is signed and dated: Koran, 1811 (Edo period). The box...
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1810s Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gesso, Wood
Meiji Period Bronze of an Oni Holding a Parasol
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
This figural group shows a mendicant Oni with a tattered umbrella and wearing a voluminous shakudo cloak over gilt tiger mask greaves. A smaller Oni wears s...
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1890s Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Japanese Edo Carved Wood Fox Mask with Articulated Jaw
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo period carved wood theatrical animal mask of a fox, with articulated jaw. The piece has a detailed expressive face and was carved d...
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18th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Meiji Noh Mask of Okina
Located in New York, NY
Japanese carved wood Noh mask depicting Okina. The piece was made during the late Edo - early Meiji period in the 19th century. The mask is of an older man wi...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Theatre Mitsumekozo Theatre Mask Meiji Period, circa 1900
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Unusual Japanese Folk Art theatre mask depicting the playful character Mitsumekozo, a three eyed goblin often portrayed as a mischevious creature in comical plays, late Meiji period,...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Kitsune from the Edo Period
Located in New York, NY
According to Japanese folklore the fox, or kitsune, can assume human form to protect and trick humble country folk. Dating to the 18th century, this fox protects its own pup. Carved ...
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18th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
A Japanese Bronze Monkey Smoking A Pipe
Located in Dallas, TX
A Japanese bronze monkey smoking a pipe. Early 20th century
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Early 20th Century Edo Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Late Edo Period Seated Imperial Gosho Ningyo Doll
Located in New York, NY
Japanese rare late Edo period large Imperial Gosho Ningyo doll. The piece depicts a cute chubby child with very white skin, small limbs and big head with ...
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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Textile, Silk, Wood
Japanese Taisho Bronze Eagle
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Taisho period bronze sculpture of an eagle with spread wings atop a rock formation. The piece was made during the early 20th century. In great...
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1920s Taisho Vintage Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Huge Antique Bronze "Treasure Fortune" Ship Masterwork
Located in South Burlington, VT
Huge 43 inch high Japanese Bronze Treasure Masterwork
Suited for a museum, special indoor gallery space, or garden comes this Japanese superbly hand cast solid bronze fortune treasure boat "Takarabune" in full sail proudly brandishing images of the seven lucky gods on hull and three messengers of fortune on sail: plum tree, bamboo, and pine. Its ships' hold bursts with gold, sake, coral, jewels, and a full purse.
During the first three days of the New Year the Seven Lucky Gods are said to pilot through the heavens to human ports as the Takarabune or Treasure Ship. As it sails into town bringing good fortune, the takarabune is celebrated in a New Year's tradition in Japan, especially by hopeful businesses.
It is superbly hand modeled and decorated with wave and cloud, lotus and dragon motif Japans famous phoenix and turtle among many images cast into one of its sides. The hold is chock full of detailed almost realistic dimensional interior treasures including a Kirin flanked by a dragon and a phoenix and a great number of good fortune attributes: gold koban coin, sake casks...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Momoyama Carved Wooden Shinto Temple Lion Dog Figures
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Momoyama period carved wooden Shinto temple entry figures in the form of royal lion dogs seated in traditional pose. The pieces have had some co...
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17th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Mini Japanese Papier-mâché Mask Mounted on Custom Painted Metal Base
Located in New York, NY
Miniature Japanese Papier-Mâché (19th Century) Iki Ningyo mask or sometimes referred to as Noh mask, mounted on custom painted metal base. Trimmed with painted glass eyes.
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20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Japan Important 1939 Bronze Life-Size "Seaman with Cape" Museum Work, Koga Tadao
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan an important life-size , early period sculpture of a muscular working man dated to 1939 and entitled "Seaman with a Cape", by mid century master sculptor Koga Tadao...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Hand Carved Puppy
Located in Hudson, NY
Antique Japanese hand carved puppy. Expertly carved, showing a poised and alert puppy. Comes in original storage box with dedication, artist sign...
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Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Bronze Sculpture Japanese Scholar Scroll Fukurokuju Inlay
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Well done, very sharp detailed cast bronze figure with inlay of silver metal on scroll, 1920s- 1930s. Beautiful golden patina on head and bottom from years of handling. 8.3 lbs.
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1920s Chinese Export Vintage Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Painted Wood Sign with a Samurai, 19th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese carved and painted wooden sign with a Samurai from the Meiji Period, 19th century. This 19th century sign with a samurai was made in wood and painted in Japan during the Meiji period. The narrow rectangular panel features a painted frame with a character depicted in the upper section, showcasing a seated samurai wearing his armour. The section below is adorned with four lightly carved and back painted calligraphies. This tall panel can be hinged thanks to two square buckles on the top. Made during the 19th century, this antique Meiji period painted wood sign...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japan Important Hand Carved and Hand Painted Art Deco Cat Panel, Koga Tadao
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan an important Art Deco period hand carved and hand painted wooden panel in its original frame by midcentury master sculptor Koga Tadao (Meiji 36 (1903)...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Wood and Stone Wabi Sabi Sculpture
Located in Stamford, CT
Japanese wood root and stone Wabi Sabi - "The Acceptance of Transience & Imperfection" sculpture. From Kyoto, Japan.
Possibly earlier than 19th cen...
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Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Pair of Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Courtier Dolls
Located in Austin, TX
Two exquisite Japanese musha ningyo dolls, crafted as courtiers, Edo Period, early 19th century, Japan.
The older man can be identified as the h...
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Early 19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Shell, Brocade, Silk, Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper
Japanese Important Tall Bronze Rabbit Girl Of Wonderland
Located in South Burlington, VT
"Rabbit Girl of Wonderland"
Japan, an important tall 35" hand cast bronze effigy of a young woman clutching a prize rabbit, by important national artisan ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Edo Period Wood Temple Carving with Doves
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo period wooden temple carving with two doves in branches. The scene is set into a frame that suggests the piece having been initially part o...
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17th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture of a Labourer
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Unusual Meiji period bronze of a labourer sieving through a woven reed mat with another at his feet and a wooden bucket at his side, signed.
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1880s Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Important Bronze Lady With A Newport Hat
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan a lovely, sensitive cast bronze sculpture of a woman proudly showing her Newport Hat.
Designed and cast by by noted Japanese mid century sculptor Tabath Isao.
This is a cla...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Meiji Period Bronze of a Boy Collecting Sweet Chestnuts by Seiya
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A charming Meiji period bronze of a boy collecting sweet chestnuts by Seiya, he carries a basket and is looking down at an insect crawling over his hand, he is also evidently wearing...
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1880s Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Edo Period Japanese Bodhisattva Shrine
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible Edo Period Japanese gilt and lacquered carved wood shrine depicting a Bodhisattva with piercing glass eyes, a contemplative expression, and h...
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Early 1800s Japonisme Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Giltwood, Lacquer, Wood
Japanese Pair Antique Hand Carved Prosperity and Business Lucky Gods
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a wonderful pair (2) finely hand carved hardwood sculptures of Ebisu and Daikoko, two of Japan's seven lucky gods signifying prosperity, good busines...
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Early 20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Natural Wood Stand
Located in Hudson, NY
Hand-carved Japanese natural wood stand.
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Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Japanese Carved Burl Banana Leaf Tray
Located in Hudson, NY
Meiji period (1868-1912) beautifully carved tray in the shape of a folded banana leaf, so the viewer can appreciate both sides of the leaf from a single va...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Burl
Exceptional Japanese Bamboo Basket Ikebana from Meiji Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A sculpture of its own right, this antique Japanese bamboo basket from an unknown artist is from the late Meiji Period (1868-1912), like...
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Early 20th Century Japonisme Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Bamboo
Japanese Wooden Buddhist Sculpture of Amida Nyorai, 16th Century
Located in Milano, IT
The Amitabha (Amida in Japanese) Buddha is shown standing with his hands forming the Amida raigo-in mudra. The face has a serene expression, with closed eyes under delicately arched brows and a severe face. The hair is arranged in rows of coils that also cover the "ushnisha", the protuberance on the head. The drapery is folded in elegant pleats falling from the shoulders to the feet. The antique sculpture is placed on a lotus flower which is located on a richly decorated base.
Faith in Amida Buddha remained largely confined to a small segment of the Japanese population until the Kamakura Era (1185-1333) when it was popularized by new Pure Land sects committed to bringing Buddhism to the illiterate commoner. These sects expressed concern for the salvation of the ordinary person and stressed pure and simple faith over complicated rites and doctrines. Amida Nyorai...
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16th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Two Rare Japanese Izumo Clay Dolls of Emperor and Tenjin, Meiji Period
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Two rare Japanese Izumo clay dolls of Emperor and Tenjin, Nara Prefecture, Meiji period. Material and simple execution impart a flavor of antiquity and great decorative power. Empero...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Clay
Pair of 19th Century Japanese Bronze Playful Puppies
Located in Hudson, NY
Antique bronze sculptures of puppies playing. Traces of gold on both, one holding tassels in its mouth. Measurements: 3 1/2" h x 6 1/2" w x 3 3/4" d and 4 1/4" h x 5 1/2" w x 3 3/4" d
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Mid-19th Century Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Carved Wood Torcha, 19th Century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A wonderfully hand carved and lacquered Japanese 19th century (51" high) figure of a Samurai.
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1890s Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Abstract Expressionist Carved Wood Sculpture by Takao Kimura
By Takao Kimura
Located in Austin, TX
A powerful abstract expressionist caved elm wood sculpture by Japanese artist Takao Kimura, circa 1970s. Carved in two parts, the swooping, concave body plays dramatically with the o...
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1970s Expressionist Vintage Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Elm
Japanese Edo Period Carved and Painted Wood Plaque
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo period carved and hand painted wood plaque for a Buddhist temple interior, with lotus blossoms, a crane and lotus leaf shelves to disp...
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1850s Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Lacquered and Gilt Wood Buddhism Statue from Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional and wood statue of Buddhism Guardian Seitaka Doji from Japan circa Edo period (1603-1868), likely the earlier part of 17th century. One of two chief attendants of Fudo...
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17th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Japanese Meiji Door Carvings Featuring Owl and Parrot in Mother of Pearl & Bones
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Meiji period pair of wooden doors featuring carvings of an owl and a parrot on perch, with birds and flowers. The carvings are executed i...
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1890s Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Japanese Edo Period Carved Wood Mask of Man with Golden Beard
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo period carved wood mask of a man with a golden hair beard. The piece shows a very expressive face and was likely made during the 19...
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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Large Japanese Carved and Polychromed Wood Panel of Gourds and Lotus
Located in Essex, MA
Depicting two large melons with calligraphy surmounted with lotus and flower and dragonfly. Painted in golds, reds, blues and green.
Estate of John Volk, Pa...
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1850s Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Other
Japanese Edo Period Carved Wood Mask of Old Man Ko-Jo
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo period carved wood mask depicting Ko-Jo, an old man. The piece dates to circa 1820 and is in great condition. 15 inches long with t...
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1820s Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Imperial Pair Dolls 1840
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions
A rare couple.
These Japanese Tachibina dolls represent the simplest essential form of the imperial couple. Their beautiful faces were crafted from crushed shell called gofun coated over carved wood and their dress feature period Edo (1840) textile kimono dress.
Used as the display for the Girl’s day celebration, more specifically they are constructed of kinran brocade fabric covered paper, the heads carved of wood and covered in gofun with painted features and inset hair, the male form with outstretched arms and conical legs, the female has a cylindrical form. They come in an original kiri wood storage box.
Dimensions: Large doll 12 inches tall and 6 inches wide
Small doll...
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Mid-19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Shell, Wood
Japanese Edo Period Ike Mask 'Devil Face'
Located in New York, NY
A Japanese sculpted wood Ike mask produced during the Edo Period (1603-1868) around 1850, depicting a devil face. Highly detailed, the mask has inserted eyes and hair attached to it.
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1850s Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Showa Period Dry Lacquer Sculpture of a Duck
Located in Hudson, NY
Showa Period (1926 - 1989) sculpture of a duck resting with its head tucked into its wings. Dry lacquer, or kanshitsu, is a process of layering and manipulating lacquer soaked cloth ...
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Early 20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
19th Century Japanese Cockerel and Chicken
Located in London, GB
A fine quality set of two Meiji period Japanese cockerel and chicken.
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Edo Period Kyogen Mask of a Nio Guardian
Located in New York, NY
An extremely rare Japanese Edo period Kyogen mask of a Nio guardian king, a ferocious native deity often associated with the Naga Dragon Kings, who convert...
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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Pair of Japanese Gilt Bronze Komainu by Ishikawa Komei, Meiji Period
Located in Austin, TX
A striking pair of Japanese gilt bronze komainu by the renowned Japanese sculptor, Ishikawa Komei (1852-1913), Meiji period, Japan.
The pair well cast, and robustly modeled. They ar...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Elephant Sculpture on Burlwood Base
Located in New York, NY
A Japanese Meiji period bronze elephant sculpture on its original burl-wood base. Old repair to the tail; some paint chips to bronze trunk; unsigned.
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1880s Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Edo Period Lion Mask
Located in New York, NY
A rare Edo period (17th century-18th century) Japanese lion mask for the Gion Festival. This mask was part of a two-man costume, with one man holding the mask and the other at the back covered with fabric to perform the traditional Lion Dance...
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17th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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