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Place of Origin: Japanese
Fine Japanese set of 5 Court Musicians Ningyo
Located in New York, NY
This set is extremely rare, seen in museums and private collections. Early examples of high quality and large size rarely come up for sale. These were part of the Hina Matsuri (Girls...
Category
Early 19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Wood
Edo Period Saga Ningyo of a Young Boy Holding a Bird
Located in New York, NY
Japanese important 18th-century Edo Period Saga Ningyo of a young boy holding a bird. His head bobs while his tongue goes in and out. Carved entirely of wood, his gorgeous robes are ...
Category
18th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Musha-ningyo Boys Day Warrior
Located in New York, NY
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Musha-ningyo (warrior doll) depicting Ryujin, the Undersea Dragon God, for the Boys' Day Display, having head and hands made of wood and covered in a red pigmented gofun wit...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Wood
Fumio Takasugi Signed Modern Pair of Hand Painted Asian Head Ceramic Sculptures
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A unique pair of ceramic Asian heads by Japanese artist Fumio Takasugi, circa 1970s. Signed on base. Hand painted with an intricate and stylized design. Th...
Category
1970s Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Japanese antique wood carved Buddha/1800s/late Edo period/folk Buddha
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a wooden Jizo Bodhisattva statue made in the late Edo period in Japan.
It is thought that they were not carved by Buddhist sculptors living in central cities such as Kyoto or...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cypress
Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Sculpture Of A Samurai Warrior By Yoshimitsu
Located in Dublin, IE
A superb Japanese bronze and gilded sculpture of a samurai warrior, Meiji period. Depicts a Japanese warrior in national dress and impetuous movement, the gilt details mon (heraldic ...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Bronze Set of Japanese Women Awa Odori Dancers
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of 4 bronze dancer figures. This group of 4 petite figures have graceful lines and a beautiful golden finish with patina. Circa 1950s. These abstract figures with a variegated gold patina depict female Japanese Awa Odori...
Category
1950s Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Japanese Porcelain Incense Burner-Smoker Figurines
Located in Ferndale, MI
Two Early 20th Century Japanese Porcelain Incense Burner/Smoker Figurines painted in gold. Each has design pattern on the costume he...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japan Gold Gilt Good Luck Elephant Censer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique Japan gold-gilt good luck elephant censer is a captivating blend of artistry and symbolism. crafted with intricate detail and adorned with...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Japanese antique penis-shaped stone ornament/very old excavated item
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a penis-shaped stone figurine excavated in eastern Japan.
Japan had a stone age called the Jomon period, and these items were created after the middle of that period.
The Jom...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Other Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Japanese Meiji Period Carved Wood Okimono Man with Rabbits
Located in Newark, England
The charming figure, carved from a single piece of wood is exceptionally carved showing the male figure with humorous expression holding two Rabbits one by the ears and the second under his arm. A third Rabbit stands at the feet of the male looking up, each rabbit with a different expression. The male figure is wearing traditional Japanese attire with his hair tied back stood upon a naturalistic base. The figure dates to the Meiji Period (1868-1912) circa 1900.
Notes The Rabbit is one of the 12 animals to feature in the Japanese Zodiac signs which follows the Chinese astrological system along with the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig. Such division is connected with the Jupiter cycle around the Sun, which lasts about 12 years. As 2023 is the year of the Rabbit...
Category
Early 1900s Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Japanese Genryusai Seiya Meiji Period Antique Patinated Bronze Geisha
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Meiji period patinated bronze sculpture of a geisha waiving her hand in greeting signed Genryusai Seiya
19th Century
The attractive young geisha is dressed in traditional Ja...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Nô Theatre Dancers, 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Okimono Sculpture
By Hozan
Located in PARIS, FR
Two superb Nô theatre dancers in carved wood and bone by the artist Hōzan 芳山, Japan late 19th century.
Decorations of a fox on the head of one dancer and carved dragons, chrysanthe...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bone, Wood
Rare 20th Century Japanese Antique Bronze Samurai Statue Shijo Kingo
Located in Pomona, CA
This rare find antique Japanese Samurai Warrior Statue was dated around 1920s. With supper detailed metal works, it shows Japanese intricate handcraft metal arts. It is all hand made and hand crafted Shijo Kingo sitting statue...
Category
Early 20th Century Japonisme Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Rare Japanese antique wooden god statue /12th century/small wabi-sabi figurines
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
I was able to obtain a very rare item.
This is a sculpture of the god ``Shinzo''.
"Shin" = God
"zo" = statue
Since ancient times in Japan, it has been believed that gods reside in all things in the universe, and there have been many shrines.
In the 6th century, Buddhism was introduced and gradually spread throughout Japan.
Around the 8th century, the idea that gods follow the teachings of Buddha spread.
Until the Edo period, God and Buddha became one and the idea of ``Shinto and Buddhism syncretism'' was established.
This statue was created during such a history.
Originally, the image of God was invisible and could not be understood as something tangible.
However, with the introduction of Buddhism to Japan, idol worship was also introduced, and the idea that the gods follow the teachings of Buddha was also propagated at the same time in order to spread the teachings of Buddhism.
Around that time, around the 9th century, the first statues of gods...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Other Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cypress
Bronze Sculpture of a Japanese Samurai Warrior Lost Wax Late 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 20th Century Bronze sculpture of a Japanese Samurai warrior depicted holding a removable staff. Lost wax casting. Patinated bronze.
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
A Meiji period bronze of a seated man smoking
By Akasofu Gyôkkô
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Meiji period bronze of a seated man smoking, shown with his pipe in his right hand resting on a rootwood base, wearing workman’s clothing with bare feet, the face expressively carv...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Asian Bronze Showa Meiji Samurai Warrior Sculpture Statue with Armor
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly wonderful and boldly designed Japanese bronze sculpture of a fierce samurai warrior perhaps in a moment of silent reflection. This piece has a great feel and heft. The fine...
Category
Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Traditional Japanese Woman w/ Basket, Japan, 1970's
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Ceramic Traditional Japanese Woman w/ Basket, Japan, 1970's. Very good original condition.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair Of Japanese Carved Hardwood Fishermen Candlesticks Or Joss Stick Holders
Located in Free Union, VA
An unusual pair of sculptural candle or joss stick holders- a pair of jolly grinning men holding up smiling fish and standing on stylized rockery bases carved of a piece with the re...
Category
Early 20th Century Japonisme Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Limited Edition Bronze Clown Sculpture Entitled "The Dreamer" by Hiro Yamagata
By Hiro Yamagata
Located in San Diego, CA
Limited edition painted bronze clown sculpture entitled "The Dreamer" by Hiro Yamagata, circa 1988. This piece has amazing detail and weight and is in good vintage condition (there i...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Tachibina (Imperial couple) doll set.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Tachibina (Imperial couple), rare and exceptionally fine standing pair of figures for the Hina Matsuri. The emperor has his arms spread to the si...
Category
Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Textile, Wood
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Kutani Statue Japanese Lady, 19th/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Statue of and Elegant lady
Unmarked.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Statues
Japanese Style: Kutani
Region of Origin: J...
Category
19th Century Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Old Japanese Wooden Buddha Statue /Edo Period/ Wooden Figurine /Yakushi Nyorai
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a wooden carved Buddha made in the late Edo period (1800s).
This Buddha statue is Yakushi Nyorai.
The Tathagata is the highest enlightened being in the Buddhist world.
The Yakushi Nyorai is said to be the Buddha of medicine, and holds a pot of medicine in his left hand.
This Buddha statue also holds a pot of medicine in his left hand.
Also, his right hand is missing, and his right palm is normally facing the opponent.
This Buddha statue is made of one piece of wood and is made of cedar wood and cypress.
It is a simple carving, and it is thought that it was probably carved not by a Buddhist sculptor, but by a monk at a temple or a villager who could carve Buddha statues...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cypress
Japanese antique wooden small Buddha statue / Edo period / 17th to 18th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a wooden Buddha statue made during the Edo period in Japan.
The material is cypress wood.
After that, it is painted white, then covered with black lacquer, and then painted o...
Category
17th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cypress
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Kutani Statue Shou Lao, 19th/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Statue of Shou Lao.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Statues
Japanese Style: Kutani
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 19th...
Category
19th Century Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Artist, God of War, 20th Century, Bronze
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Imposing sculpture depicting God of war
High quality bronze material and was executed with incredible craftsmanship., finely chiseled.
Unknown author Japan circa 1950...
Category
1950s Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Seated Portrait of a Zen Master, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th century Japanese sculpture likely portrays an accomplished teacher of Japanese Zen Buddhism. Developed from wood with a polychrome finish, this monk is expertly carved with...
Category
Early 19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Japanese Kokeshi Wood Dolls, Signed, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of authentic signed Japanese Kokeshi wood dolls, circa mid-20th century, Japan. Dolls shapes and patterns are particular to a certain area and are classified under eleven type...
Category
Mid-20th Century Edo Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Set of Three Large Mid-Century Bronze Japanese Geisha Figurines
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool set of three 9.5" tall bronze Japanese geisha figurines, circa 1960s. The pieces are very heavy and solid and have a gorgeous dark patina; they would make a great mid-cen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Painted Bronze Okimono of a Gourd by Toyo, Showa Era, 1960s, Japan
By Toyo
Located in Austin, TX
A charming Japanese decorative bronze sculpture, okimono, of a gourd, hyotan, by Toyo Japan, Showa Era, circa 1960s, Japan.
The realistic okimono, fashio...
Category
1960s Showa Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
A Large Japanese Porcelain Figure of a Guanyin
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a Magnificent Japanese Porcelain Figure of a Guanyin - A Monumental Expression of Serenity and Grace.
Behold this majestic depiction of Guanyin, rendered in porcelain with remarkable skill and artistry. Standing almost waist-height, this monumental statue exudes a sense of tranquility and spiritual presence that captivates the beholder.
The figure of Guanyin is beautifully stylized, featuring a high bun adorned with a draped head covering that adds an air of elegance to the composition. Dressed in traditional clothes, the statue showcases an underglaze red hand-painted robe gracefully layered over exquisitely detailed garments. Delicate blossoms, meticulously painted by skilled hands, artfully scatter across the fabric in a pleasing pattern, adding an enchanting touch of artistry to the ensemble.
The masterful craftsmanship is evident in the realistic draping of the clothing, creating a breathtaking illusion of soft fabric that seems to defy the porcelain medium, the only reminder being its alluring shine. The Guanyin figure exudes a sense of serenity with a pleasant and peaceful smile, complemented by gently lowered eyelids and gracefully elongated ear lobes.
As you gaze upon the statue, you'll notice a delicate attention to detail, allowing the toes to peek out from under the floor-length blue trimmed gown, that further enhances the intrigue of the figure.
A beautiful red drop...
Category
1890s Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Antique Wooden Cloud Sculpture/Wall Hanging Decoration/1700-1860
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a cloud-shaped wooden sculpture made around the Edo period in Japan.
It is an ornament attached to the central part of the roof of shrines and temples.
It is likely that ...
Category
18th Century Edo Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cypress
Pair of Tall Midcentury Japanese Geisha Dancing Figures Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool pair of Japanese geisha figurines, circa 1960s. The pieces are cast iron with a gold finish and are quite heavy and taller than the regular ones they would make a great M...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Young Lady With Umbrella, Bronze Japan, Meiji Era, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Bronze with brown patina of a young Japanese girl in a kimono, carrying an umbrella
wooden base
Patina wear
19th century
H39cm
20x18cm.
Category
19th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair Meiji Period Bronze Figural Hiking Family Sculpture Incredible Detail Stand
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Pair Meiji Period bronze figural hiking family sculptures with incredible detail on the sculptures and on the stand. Incredible original pat...
Category
Early 1900s Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Tile Art of a Japanese Woman 12 Tiles
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous depiction of a Japanese Geisha in a series of 12 ceramic tiles framed. Each tile is a work of art, beautiful lines and fabulous colors. Framed and matted. In excellent vinta...
Category
1980s Anglo-Japanese Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Japanese Lladro Style Figurines White Porcelain Music Boxes and Decorative Tree
By Lladro
Located in Miami, FL
A wonderful vintage set of porcelain figurines of two Japanese ladies both of which are music boxes and a decorative cherry tree.
Style Llardro.
Dimensions:
Tree: 8 1/2" H x...
Category
20th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Samuraï Yoshitsune Puppet Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Samuraï Yoshitsune Puppet with structure in wood,
hand-carved wood, hand-painted wood, hand-lacquered
wood, covered with hand-embroidered silk puppet garments.
With arro...
Category
1980s Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Wood
Jizai Koi and Water Motif, Japan, Miji Period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
This jizai is an excellent example of a well-balanced and pleasingly carved sculpture of koi swimming in waves. Once part of a Japanese hanger (jizagake) for a kettle hook, it served...
Category
Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Japanese Gilt Wood Fukukenjaku Kannon, Meiji Period or Earlier, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
An attractive and esoteric Japanese carved and gilt wood figure of Fukukenjaku Kannon, Amoghapasa, Meiji period or earlier, Japan.
Fukukenjaku Kannon is portrayed in an usual six...
Category
Early 1900s Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cypress
Antique Japanese Pair Gilt Mandarin Duck Screen Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible pair of Japanese hand cast gilt bronze Mandarin Duck screen holders with detailed plumage, Taisho period 1920. Each of these two sculptures is...
Category
1920s Japonisme Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Pair Bronze Mandarin Duck Screen Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible pair of Japanese hand cast bronze Mandarin Duck screen holders with detailed plumage, Taisho period 1920. Each of these two sculptures is in g...
Category
1920s Japonisme Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo A Set of 2 Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo A Set of 2 with structure
in wood, hand-carved wood, hand-painted wood, hand-lacquered
wood, covered with hand-em...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Wood
Japanese Porcelain Foo Dog
Located in New York, NY
Mid century white porcelain hand decorated foo dog with yellow and blue glaze colors and git accents.
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold
THREE FIGURES HINA MATSURI Japanese, Meiji period (1868-1912)
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
THREE FIGURES HINA MATSURI
Japanese, Meiji period (1868-1912) in painted plaster, eggshell, silk and other materials.
Height: (largest) 50 cm
good condit...
Category
19th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Plaster
Large Vintage Japanese Bronzed Sculpture of Toba on His Mule
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a beautiful large vintage Japanese bronzed sculpture of Toba on his Mule.
Some might say ‘Monumental’ .. being 34 inches tall ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japonisme Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo B Set of 2 Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo B Set of 2 with structure
in wood, hand-carved wood, hand-painted wood, hand-lacquered
wood, covered with hand-...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Wood
Late Meiji Period Folk Wood Carving Japanese God of War, Arts, Shrines Protector
Located in Miami, FL
Probably more than likely from a Japanese home altar, this is a folk art rendition of Hachiman Yahata no Kani, Japanese God of War, Archery, Culture and Pro...
Category
Early 1900s Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Japanese Asian Showa Period Bronze Koi Carp Fish Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful Japanese bronze koi fish sculpture with wonderful mesh craftsmanship and a glowing patina.
This piece may have initially been made to u...
Category
20th Century Showa Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage 1970s Neiman Marcus Japan Bronze Foo Dogs
By Neiman Marcus
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly beautiful pair of 1970s vintage bronze foo dogs by Neiman Marcus Japan. Guardian lions, also known as komainu, shishi, or foo dogs, are intimidating, mythical, lion-like c...
Category
1970s Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Geisha Figurines
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool pair of Japanese geisha figurines, circa 1960s. The pieces are cast iron with verde gris finish and are quite heavy; they would make a grea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Pair Buddhist Monju Fugen Bosatsu Nyorai Temple Shrine Buddhas
Located in Studio City, CA
Truly stunning pair of hand-carved wood Japanese buddha statues / sculptures that sit serenely atop their lotus petal thrones. The intricately c...
Category
Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer, Paint
Japanese Meiji Gilt Patterned Bronze Figure of a Fisherman
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful antique Japanese Meiji Bronze portrayal of a fisherman dating from the 19th century. The fisherman is portrayed with a very large fish and sitting on it to hold it down....
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Farm Girl, 1890
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality late 19th Century (Meiji period 1868-1912) Japanese bronze statue of a farm girl holding a Hoe and wearing a wide brimmed w...
Category
19th Century Antique Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Postmodern Ikebana Vase/Vessel by Studio Nova Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible pair of postmodern Ikebana vases by Studio Nova Japan. This rare and beautiful vintage piece is an original from which current styles are derive...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vantage Pair of Japanese Geisha Statues
Located in Norton, MA
A beautiful and well-made Pair of Vantage Japanese Geisha statues.
They are old but still in the new condition in the warehouse.
Category
Mid-20th Century Other Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Hand-Carved Jade Stone Statue
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage hand-carved jade stone statue was cleverly sculpted to depict fully laden grapevines, combined with a naturally colored rouge segment below creating the illusion of a gnarly grapevine root...
Category
Early 20th Century Anglo-Japanese Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
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