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Edo Style Old Foo Dog in Glazed Ceramic
Edo Style Old Foo Dog in Glazed Ceramic

Edo Style Old Foo Dog in Glazed Ceramic

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Old - possibly antique Japanese Edo style Foo or Lion dog. It is executed in glazed ceramic or Oribe.

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Ceramic

Late 18th Century/Edo-Meiji Period Japanese Glazed Porcelain Sculpture of a Dog
Late 18th Century/Edo-Meiji Period Japanese Glazed Porcelain Sculpture of a Dog

Late 18th Century/Edo-Meiji Period Japanese Glazed Porcelain Sculpture of a Dog

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 18th century/Edo-Meiji period japanese glazed porcelain sculpture of a dog By: unknown Material: porcelain Technique: molded, pressed, glazed Dimensions: 5.5 in x 7.5 in x 5 Da...

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Wooden Komainu Guardian Dog Sculpture / Wabi-Sabi / Edo-Meiji
Antique Japanese Wooden Komainu Guardian Dog Sculpture / Wabi-Sabi / Edo-Meiji

Antique Japanese Wooden Komainu Guardian Dog Sculpture / Wabi-Sabi / Edo-Meiji

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This piece was probably made from the late Edo period to the Meiji period, in the 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood, Urushi lacquer

Japanese Late Edo/Early Meiji Period Kakiemon Porcelain Chin Dog, Ca. 1850-1870
Japanese Late Edo/Early Meiji Period Kakiemon Porcelain Chin Dog, Ca. 1850-1870

Japanese Late Edo/Early Meiji Period Kakiemon Porcelain Chin Dog, Ca. 1850-1870

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Late Edo/Early Meiji Period Kakiemon Porcelain Chin Dog, Ca. 1850-1870 DIMENSIONS Height: 9.5 inchess Width: 5.5 inches ABOUT Highly expressive figure of a Japanese Chin d...

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Antique 1860s Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

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Japanese Late Edo/Early Meiji Period Kakiemon Porcelain Chin Dog, Ca. 1850/1870
Japanese Late Edo/Early Meiji Period Kakiemon Porcelain Chin Dog, Ca. 1850/1870

Japanese Late Edo/Early Meiji Period Kakiemon Porcelain Chin Dog, Ca. 1850/1870

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Late Edo / Early Meiji Period Kakiemon Porcelain Chin Dog, Ca. 1850/1870 DIMENSIONS Height: 9.5 inchess Width: 5.5 inches ABOUT Highly expressive figure of a Japanese Chin...

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Antique 1850s Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

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Japanese Antique Stone Komainu (Guardian Lion-Dog)Sculpture/1600s~1680s Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Stone Komainu (Guardian Lion-Dog)Sculpture/1600s~1680s Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Stone Komainu (Guardian Lion-Dog)Sculpture/1600s~1680s Wabisabi

Located in 足利市, JP

This powerful and deeply atmospheric Japanese Komainu (Guardian Lion-Dog) stone sculpture is a rare, museum-quality masterpiece dating back to the early to mid-Edo period (17th to ea...

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Antique Early 17th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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Netsuke Japanese Dog Eating Skull Sculpture, 20th Century
Netsuke Japanese Dog Eating Skull Sculpture, 20th Century

Netsuke Japanese Dog Eating Skull Sculpture, 20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Brutal piece. Signed. 20th century Provenance: From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen, A well known Dutch painter and artist from Amsterdam. Merkelbach van Enkhuiz...

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20th Century Edo Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Antique Wooden Sculpture Komainu(Guardian Lion-Dog)1780s~1850s Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Wooden Sculpture Komainu(Guardian Lion-Dog)1780s~1850s Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Wooden Sculpture Komainu(Guardian Lion-Dog)1780s~1850s Wabisabi

Located in 足利市, JP

This remarkably unique, hand-carved Japanese Shinto guardian lion (Komainu) dates from the late Edo period (circa 1780–1850) and originates from the mountainous region of Nagano Pref...

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Wooden Sculpture Komainu(Guardian Lion-Dog)1600s~1680s Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Wooden Sculpture Komainu(Guardian Lion-Dog)1600s~1680s Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Wooden Sculpture Komainu(Guardian Lion-Dog)1600s~1680s Wabisabi

Located in 足利市, JP

This exceptionally rare Japanese guardian lion (Komainu), depicting the closed-mouth "Un" form, dates back to the early Edo period (17th century). Carved from a single block of wood...

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Antique Early 17th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass, Wood

Japanese White Glazed Hirado Ware Puppy, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century
Japanese White Glazed Hirado Ware Puppy, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century

Japanese White Glazed Hirado Ware Puppy, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century

By Hirado

Located in Austin, TX

An absolutely adorable Japanese Hirado Mikawachi ware white glazed porcelain model of a puppy dog, Edo to Meiji period, early to mid 19th century, Japan.

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Pottery Dog from Edo Period
Pottery Dog from Edo Period

Pottery Dog from Edo Period

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H 10 in W 7 in D 5 in

Pottery Dog from Edo Period

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Japanese late Edo period tan glazed pottery seated hound, with quail in his mouth, 10" high.

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Materials

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Hiroshige, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Dog, Rainbow, Ukiyo-e, Edo, Boats
Hiroshige, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Dog, Rainbow, Ukiyo-e, Edo, Boats

Hiroshige, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Dog, Rainbow, Ukiyo-e, Edo, Boats

By Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige)

Located in London, GB

Artist: Hiroshige I Ando (1797-1858) Title: 81. Ushimachi in Takanawa Series: One Hundred Famous Views of Edo Publisher: Uoya Eikichi Date: 1857 Dimensions: 24.7 x 36.3 cm Condition:...

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Mid-19th Century Edo Landscape Prints

Materials

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Pair of Imari Vases with Lids and Foo Dog Finials

Pair of Imari Vases with Lids and Foo Dog Finials

Located in Sheffield, MA

Antique pair of Imari vases and covers with foo dog finials, the body decorated with cobalt blue branches and floral designs, the shoulders with half-shield shapes outlined in orange...

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Antique 1830s Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Antique 'KOMAINU' Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 1336s-1392s / Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique 'KOMAINU' Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 1336s-1392s / Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique 'KOMAINU' Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 1336s-1392s / Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old Japanese "KOMAINU". It is an item from the early Muromachi period (Nanbokucho period, 1336s-1392s). It was carved from cedar wood. Komainu are guardian dogs. Koma...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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Japanese Old Wood Carving Guardian Dog KOMAINU 1336s-1573s/Antique Wabisabi Art
Japanese Old Wood Carving Guardian Dog KOMAINU 1336s-1573s/Antique Wabisabi Art

Japanese Old Wood Carving Guardian Dog KOMAINU 1336s-1573s/Antique Wabisabi Art

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old Japanese "KOMAINU". It is an item from the Muromachi period (1336s-1573s). It was carved from cedar wood. Komainu are guardian dogs. Komainu exist in pairs. In Ja...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cedar

Boxwood nestuke in the form of a kettle transforming into a raccoon dog
Boxwood nestuke in the form of a kettle transforming into a raccoon dog

Boxwood nestuke in the form of a kettle transforming into a raccoon dog

Located in PARIS, FR

With its small head, pointed ears, and thick fur, it resembles a raccoon more than a dog. Unfortunately, the raccoon dog is also hunted for its valuable fur.

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Antler, Boxwood

Antique Japanese Imari Garniture Set Colorfull Vases Japan Foo Dog, 18th Century
Antique Japanese Imari Garniture Set Colorfull Vases Japan Foo Dog, 18th Century

Antique Japanese Imari Garniture Set Colorfull Vases Japan Foo Dog, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Great piece of cloisonne. Additional information: Material: Bronze Region of Origin: Japan Original/Reproduction: Original Period: ca 1900 Condition: Overall Condition All damages a...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Vases

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique 'KOMAINU' Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 1600s-1700s / Wabisabi
Japanese Antique 'KOMAINU' Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 1600s-1700s / Wabisabi

Japanese Antique 'KOMAINU' Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 1600s-1700s / Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an item from the early Edo period (1600s-1700s). It is carved from cedar wood.

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Antique Late 17th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 'Komainu' 1800s-1860s/Mingei
Japanese Antique Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 'Komainu' 1800s-1860s/Mingei

Japanese Antique Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 'Komainu' 1800s-1860s/Mingei

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old Japanese wooden carved komainu. It is from the late Edo period (1800s-1860s). Made of cedar wood. Since ancient times in Japan, it has been believed that komainu ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cedar

Japan Antique Big Ryukyu Lion Guardian Beast Dog koma-inu, 1850
Japan Antique Big Ryukyu Lion Guardian Beast Dog koma-inu, 1850

Japan Antique Big Ryukyu Lion Guardian Beast Dog koma-inu, 1850

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Handsome handcrafted sculpture over 150 years old and in fine condition with original painted surfaces Antique Japanese wooden temple carving ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Rare Japanese stone guardian dog/1800s/Small "Koma-inu"/Lion figurine
Rare Japanese stone guardian dog/1800s/Small "Koma-inu"/Lion figurine

Rare Japanese stone guardian dog/1800s/Small "Koma-inu"/Lion figurine

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is thought that this child's guardian dog was also displayed in a small temple. It looks small and cute, but it is well sculpted.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sandstone

Antique Japanese Year of Dog Guardians Komainu Hand carved Stone Fine Details
Antique Japanese Year of Dog Guardians Komainu Hand carved Stone Fine Details

Antique Japanese Year of Dog Guardians Komainu Hand carved Stone Fine Details

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan fine pair old Edo mid-19th century period hand carved sand stone Yokohama Komainu Lion-dog temple guardians.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Japanese Lacquer Shishi Dog Netsuke, circa 1820, Edo Period
Japanese Lacquer Shishi Dog Netsuke, circa 1820, Edo Period

Japanese Lacquer Shishi Dog Netsuke, circa 1820, Edo Period

Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire

Japanese red lacquer (tsuishu) Shishi dog netsuke, early 19th century, Edo Period. The finely detailed dog, clambering over a rock, and set upon a stepped and shaped oval base.

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

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Japanese Mokko Shaped Shakudo Tsuba - Shi Shi Dog
Japanese Mokko Shaped Shakudo Tsuba - Shi Shi Dog

Japanese Mokko Shaped Shakudo Tsuba - Shi Shi Dog

Located in Christchurch, GB

As Part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this fine Edo/Meiji period shakudo and mixed metal tsuba of mokko form , the tsuba finely worked with a nana...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Gold, Silver

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Edo Dog For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic edo dog available at 1stDibs. Each edo dog for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, cedar and ceramic. Your living room may not be complete without a edo dog — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 19th Century. A edo dog is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made edo dog over the years, but those crafted by Japanese School are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Edo Dog?

Prices for a edo dog start at $239 and top out at $14,500 with the average selling for $2,749.

A Close Look at Edo Furniture

Edo furniture was created during a flourishing time for the decorative arts owing to the stability of the Tokugawa shogunate rule in Japan. Spanning from 1603 to 1867, this era of peace and economic growth supported artistic advancements in lacquer, woodblock printing, porcelain and other artisanal trades. Because the country was largely isolated, there was little outside influence, leading to centuries of exceptional attention to the design of its furnishings and the quality of its traditional arts.

Unlike during the Meiji period that followed, with an increase in domestic and international markets, furniture during the Edo period was predominately commissioned by the ruling class, although people from across social groups benefited from the burgeoning metropolitan hubs for artisanal trades. For instance, Kyoto became a major center for lacquer art. Most furniture pieces were made from wood such as cedar or ash, including the era’s sashimono cabinets, which involved fine joinery and were rooted in the Heian period.

Sashimono cabinets, which were built by master craftsmen in a range of different wood types owing to the various trees that populate Japan, occasionally featured a stack of slender drawers as well as sliding doors. They were popular with everyone from samurai to kabuki actors. Tansu storage chests crafted from wood with metal fittings were also common in Edo-period homes. Some were designed to be easily portable while others were made to double as staircases.

Painted folding screens, called byōbu, were also fashionable, with Japanese artists inspired by nature, literature and scenes of history and daily life to create vivid works. In Buddhist temples and the palatial homes of the aristocratic class, fusuma, or large sliding panels, would sometimes be adorned with gold or silver leaf. These dividers allowed interiors to change throughout the day, closing in small spaces for personal use or reflecting candlelight to illuminate communal spaces after dark.

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