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1990s, Hand Painted and Signed Ceramic Head of Japanese Character
Located in Marbella, ES
1990s Hand painted and signed ceramic head of a Japanese character.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Busts

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Ceramic

1990s Hand Painted and Signed Ceramic Head of a Japanese Character
Located in Marbella, ES
1990s Hand Painted and Signed Ceramic Head of a Japanese Character
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Late 20th Century Spanish Busts

Materials

Ceramic

1990s Hand Painted and Signed Ceramic Head of a Japanese Character
Located in Marbella, ES
1990s hand painted and signed ceramic head of a Japanese character.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Busts

Materials

Ceramic

1990s Hand Painted and Signed Ceramic Head of a Japanese Character
Located in Marbella, ES
1990s hand painted and signed ceramic head of a Japanese character.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Busts

Materials

Ceramic

1990s Hand Painted and Signed Ceramic Head of a Japanese Character
Located in Marbella, ES
1990s hand painted and signed ceramic head of a Japanese character.
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20th Century Spanish Busts

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Japanese Kutani Umbrella Stand
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
underneath in Japanese character.
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Umbrella Stands

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Pair of Small Porcelain Satsuma Vases
By Satsuma
Located in Paris, FR
decorated with intricate Japanese characters in a landscape, the neck and the shoulder with geometric
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Original Vintage Asia Travel Poster Okinawa Naha City Shuri Castle Japan Papaya
Located in London, GB
Original vintage Japan travel poster for Okinawa 沖縄 issued by the Naha City Commerce and Tourism
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Posters

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Paper

Pair of Japanese Hand Painted MCI Porcelain Wall Plates
Located in Guaynabo, PR
borders. Both are marked MCI, Japan, but one of them is hallmarked with Japanese characters. The wall
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20th Century Japanese Japonisme Decorative Art

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Porcelain

Original Vintage Recruitment Poster Product Design Japan Foreign Export Industry
Located in London, GB
labelled Made in Japan against a green background, the text and information in bold Japanese characters
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Vintage 1940s Japanese Posters

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Paper

Original Vintage Travel Poster Kaminoyama Hot Spring Onsen Zao Echo Line Japan
Located in London, GB
centre, the bold title text in grey and red Japanese characters above. Issued by Kaminoyama City Tourism
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Posters

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Paper

Rare Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Porcelain Tea Set Totai Signed
Located in New York, NY
signed with Japanese characters underneath. Circa Early Meiji 1865 Dimensions: Saucers D 4 1/2 in. Cup H
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Early 20th Century Japanese Tea Sets

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Enamel

Kenjo Imari Tokuri, Arita, Japan, circa 1700, Genroku Period
By Arita
Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire
yellow enamel, and gilt. Having a slightly recessed, unglazed base, with a Japanese character in black
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Antique Early 1700s Japanese Edo Ceramics

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Porcelain

Kenjo Imari Tokuri, Arita, Japan, circa 1700, Genroku Period
Kenjo Imari Tokuri, Arita, Japan, circa 1700, Genroku Period
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H 8.08 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Antique Bronze Vase Cloisonné Japan Meiji 19th Century Japanese
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
polished. The Japanese characters used for the word shippo (the Japanese term for enamelware) mean
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

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Porcelain

Pair Antique Bronze Vase Cloisonné Japan Meiji 19th Century Japanese
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
fired and polished. The Japanese characters used for the word shippo (the Japanese term for
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Bronze

Antique Tansu Cabinet Stand with Brass Accent with Slideout Lock
Located in Seattle, WA
Japanese characters on the back. Measures: 22” wide 25” tall 12” deep.
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Antique Early 1900s Tibetan Side Tables

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Ash

Japanese 950 Silver Overlay Glass 4 Chamber Decanter Bamboo Design
Located in Gardena, CA
, one panel overlaid with a Japanese character. Silver marked 950 to the underside edge, glass marked
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20th Century Bottles

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Glass

Tall English Bamboo and Grasscloth Cabinet or Armoire
Located in Palm Beach, FL
wood with applied bamboo Japanese characters and borders. The interior is lined with a lovely Asian
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets

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Grasscloth, Bamboo

Rare Antique Japanese Double Foliot Striking Lantern Wall Clock Kake Dokei
Located in Danville, CA
a brass case with engraved flowers, Japanese character time ring with hand center rotating to
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Antique 1860s Japanese Wall Clocks

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Bronze

Antique Lovely Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cloisonne Vase Flowers, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
the object is fired and polished. The Japanese characters used for the word shippō (the Japanese term
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Vases

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Bronze

Top Quality 19c Antique Japanese Qing Period Bronze Cloisonne Vase
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
fired and polished. The Japanese characters used for the word shippo (the Japanese term for
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Bronze

Lovely 19c Antique Japanese Bronze Cloisonne Censer Birds Flying
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Japanese characters used for the word shippō (the Japanese term for enamelware) mean 'Seven Treasures
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Bronze

A nest of three Japanese hardwood and lacquer nest of tables circa 1910
Located in Central England, GB
lacquered top is hand signed with Japanese character marks. A most eye catching and different nest of very
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Early 20th Century Japanese Other Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Hardwood

A pair of 19th C Japanese Meiji period miniature porcelain Kutani ware bowls
Located in Central England, GB
character marks. Both pieces are in prestige condition. Japanese circa 1880 Height 3cm x width 6cm x depth
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

Antique Bronze Vase Gonda Hirosuki Cloisonné Japan Meiji/Taisho 19/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
enamel paste is applied before the object is fired and polished. The Japanese characters used for the
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Bronze

Antique Fold-Out Illustrated Book, Japanese, Woodblock Print, Linen, Meiji, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Japanese characters adorn the left-hand edge of each scene, with a small boxout to top right Can be read
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Books

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Paper

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Era Vase By Gonda Hirosuke
Located in New York, NY
before the object is fired and polished. The Japanese characters used for the word shippo, the Japanese
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

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Enamel

Late Edo Period Sannin-kanjyo Figures or Three Court Ladies w. Wood Box Japan
Located in Miami, FL
including a pitcher, a long handled server + wood table in a signed with Japanese characters meaning
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Fabric, Wood

Meiji Period Signed Bronze and Mixed Metal Bonsai Planter or Brush Pot
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
signed in Japanese characters. The planter or brush pot measures 5 1/4"-inches high x 4 1/8"-inches wide
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...

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Metal, Bronze

19th Century Japanese Silver Wine Jug, Sadajiro & Musashiya, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
on a domed foot chased with acanthus leaves. Signed with Japanese characters and makers mark M.S (The
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Barware

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Silver

Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonné with Blue Birds signed Gonda Hirosuke
Located in New York, NY
before the object is fired and polished. The Japanese characters used for the word shippo, the Japanese
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

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Enamel

Signed Japanese Black Glaze Kutani Porcelain Vase by Mitsui Tamekichi III
Located in Philadelphia, PA
light wear consistent with age. Maker: Kutani Marks: Marked to the base with Japanese characters
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20th Century Japanese Meiji Pottery

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Porcelain

Kajiwara Chiryu Japanese Menburyu Mask Depicting Furyu Character
Located in Fukuoka, JP
theater in Japan. This particular mask represents the character of Furyu, a male evil spirit. Crafted with
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20th Century Japanese Showa Masks

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Wood

WA: The Essence of Japanese Design Book
Located in New York City, NY
experimentation. The objects featured were chosen because of their strong Japanese character and the influence
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Books

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Paper

WA: The Essence of Japanese Design Book
WA: The Essence of Japanese Design Book
H 10.63 in W 8.13 in D 1.11 in
Japanese Two Panel Screen, Zen Calligraphy Character Cloud
Located in Hudson, NY
Meiji period (1868 - 1912) calligraphy painting. Abstract character reads: Kumo (cloud). Seal on
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

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Silk, Wood, Paper

'4' Four Hakone Japanese Bisque Figurines, Circa 1950
By Hakone Manufacturer Japan
Located in Incline Village, NV
highly regarded charming characters or "dolls", who want an article of traditional Japanese Art with some
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

19th Century Japanese Bronze Burns Incense Character with Dragon
Located in Marseille, FR
Japanese bronze burns incense with important characters a dragon vase decorated with Greek frieze
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

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Bronze

Porcelain Tea Bowls Vintage Blue and White with Japanese Silvered Hexagon Teapot
Located in Lomita, CA
relief, with Japanese characters. The kettle is 4.5 inches high and 4.5 wide. A lovely set.  
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Antique Late 19th Century East Asian Japonisme Tea Sets

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Zinc

Vintage Japanese Period Chawan Tea Bowl with Character, 20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Drinking: Bowls, Cups & Teapots Region of Origin: Japan Period: 20th century Meiji Periode (1867-1912) Age
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20th Century Japanese Serving Bowls

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Porcelain

Framed Wood Block Print Kabuki Character by Japanese Artist Takahashi Shozan
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A Japanese Folk Art woodblock print by Shozan Takahashi of the Otsu-e School. This figural print is
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20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Prints

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Wood, Paint, Paper

Japanese Antique Ink Painting / 19th Century / Rare Chinese Character Painting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
character have been drawn in China, South Korea, and Japan for a long time. The number that exists is by no
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings

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Acrylic, Paper

Vintage Japanese Ukiyo-e Print of Kinkaku-ji in Snow by Tokuriki Tomikichiro
By Tokuriki Tomikichiro 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Japanese woodblock print. Entitled "Kinkaku-ji in Snow". By Tomikichiro Tokuriki
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens

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Paper

Majestic Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Covered Jar with Dragons, Theater Characters
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Covered Jar adorned with dragons, mythological creatures, and theater characters
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

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Enamel

Inoue Ryosai Sumida Gawa Japanese Pottery Character Jug, c.1900
By Inoue Ryosai
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A scarce and unusual Japanese Meiji period Sumida Gawa pottery character jug by renowned potter
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Antique 1880s Japanese Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Pottery

Inoue Ryosai Sumida Gawa Japanese Pottery Character Jug, c.1900
Inoue Ryosai Sumida Gawa Japanese Pottery Character Jug, c.1900
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H 7.49 in W 3.55 in D 5.71 in
Ogata Kenzan Signed Japanese Asian Edo Period Pottery Tea Bowl Chawan
Located in Studio City, CA
the bottom - perhaps a poem but our sources have been unable to translate it. The Japanese characters
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

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Pottery

Japanese Ceramic Sake Bottle with Hand-Painted Characters, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Japanese ceramic Sake Jar from the early 20th century. The jar features glazed ceramic and hand
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Early 20th Century Japanese Other Ceramics

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Ceramic

Japanese Ceramic Sake Bottle with Hand-Painted Characters, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Japanese ceramic Sake Jar from the early 20th century. The jar features glazed ceramic and hand
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Early 20th Century Japanese Other Ceramics

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Ceramic

Japanese Ceramic Sake Bottle with Hand-Painted Characters, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Japanese ceramic Sake Jar from the early 20th century. The jar features glazed ceramic and hand
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Early 20th Century Japanese Other Ceramics

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Ceramic

Japanese Noh Mask Depicting Yoroboshi 'Blind Monk' Character Signed by Myori
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Japanese signed Noh Mask depicting Yoroboshi (Blind Monk) character Yoroboshi captures the complex
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Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Bronze Incense Burner 19th Century Dragon Character
Located in Marseille, FR
Japanese bronze incense burner measuring 53 cm in height, width 29 cm and a depth of 25 cm for
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Antique 19th Century More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

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Bronze

Italian Coat Rack in Teak, Brass and Black Enameled Iron, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
japanese characters in gold brass. The fine quality and the contrast between the teak, the black iron and
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

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Brass, Iron, Metal

Circa 1900 Japanese Pine Screen Pair. Aged Dragons by Suzuki Shonen.
Located in Kyoto, JP
his most common themes was the pine tree, the “Sho” in his name, Shonen, being the Japanese character
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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

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Gold Leaf

Set of Three Robert Crowder Chinoiserie Landscape Panels
By Robert Crowder
Located in Rio Vista, CA
. Signed by Crowder on the right in his Japanese character name Shoji Kuroda and his American name Robert
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Paintings and Screens

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Silver Leaf

Japanese Kanji Character, 3 Drawer Chest by Stuart Welch
Located in Stanwood, WA
A beautifully crafted 3 drawer chest in the form of a Japanese Kanji Character by Stuart Welch a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Dressers

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Mahogany, Walnut, Cedar

Japanese Meiji Koransha Porcelain Jewelry box or Trinket, circa 1880
Located in Takarazuka, JP
"scented orchid" appears at the base of the box, with a red orchid and three Japanese characters that says
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes

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Gold

Lladró Hairstyle ‘I/U’ Table Lamp in Black and White by Hisakazu Shimizu
By Hisakazu Shimizu, Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Japanese designer Hisakazu Shimizu. They are inspired by historical Japanese characters who set the trend
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Table Lamps

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Blown Glass, Wood, Porcelain

Lladró Hairstyle (H/M) Table Lamp in Black and White by Hisakazu Shimizu
By Hisakazu Shimizu, Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Japanese designer Hisakazu Shimizu. They are inspired by historical Japanese characters who set the trend
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Table Lamps

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Blown Glass, Wood, Porcelain

Lladró Hairstyle 'H/I/M' Table Lamp in Black and White by Hisakazu Shimizu
By Hisakazu Shimizu, Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Japanese designer Hisakazu Shimizu. They are inspired by historical Japanese characters who set the trend
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Table Lamps

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Blown Glass, Wood, Porcelain

Pair of Japanese Lacquer and Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Knife Urns, circa 1800-1815
Located in Amsterdam, NL
on four bracket feet. Inside the lifting cover of one of the urns are Japanese characters, supposedly
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Lacquer

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Brass

Japan Meiji 1900 Three Bronze Ducks Sculpture in Wood Stand and Coral
Located in Miami, FL
undersight with Japanese characters. Meiji period, is an era of Japanese history that extended from
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Coral, Bronze

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Japanese Character For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Japanese character you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, ceramic and paint, every Japanese character was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the Japanese character you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right Japanese character, those designed in styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a Japanese Character?

The average selling price for a Japanese character at 1stDibs is $1,400, while they’re typically $160 on the low end and $18,000 for the highest priced.