Japanese Lion

Japanese Wood Masks

Antique Wood Carved Lion

Japanese Lacquer Box with Fine Maki-e Decoration Meiji Period

$4,500

Japanese Lacquer Box with Fine Maki-e Decoration Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

It is overall finished with black lacquer (kuro) with sparse Mura-Nashiji effect outside and on the top surface of the lid, there are three Komainu, (sometimes known as Shishi or Jap...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Sadanobu Hasegawa III Japanese Woodblock Print Kagamijishi (Lion Dance)

$476Sale Price|20% Off

Sadanobu Hasegawa III Japanese Woodblock Print Kagamijishi (Lion Dance)

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully composed and boldly colored Japanese woodblock print by Sadanobu III Hasegawa (1881-1963) titled ''Kagamijishi'' (Lion Dance) features an intense and colorfully clad Ka...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

Materials

Paper

Vintage Japanese Celadon Glazed Shishi Lion Censer, Taisho/Showa, c 1930, Japan

$750

Vintage Japanese Celadon Glazed Shishi Lion Censer, Taisho/Showa, c 1930, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A delightful vintage Japanese celadon glazed incense burner, koro, in teh form of a standing foo lion, shishi, or foo dog, Taisho to Showa Era, circa 1930, Japan.

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Japanese Antique Primitive Guardian Lion Sculpture 1860s-1920s / Wabisabi

$900

Japanese Antique Primitive Guardian Lion Sculpture 1860s-1920s / Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese wooden sculpture of a Shishi lion. Expertly carved from a naturally formed burl, it possesses an exceptionally powerful presence.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

K18 Japanese Antiques A Silk hanging scroll, Lion painted

$550

K18 Japanese Antiques A Silk hanging scroll, Lion painted

Located in Niiza, JP

*For large items, please request a quote from 1stdibs via "Shipping & Returns Ships from Japan: Rates vary Details".

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20th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

Japanese Meiji Carved Wood Shishi Parade Lion Mask, circa 1880

$7,500

Japanese Meiji Carved Wood Shishi Parade Lion Mask, circa 1880

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Meiji Carved Wood Shishi Parade Lion Mask, circa 1880 A rare and impressive Japanese Parade Lion Mask (Shishi), dating to the Meiji Period (1868–1912), circa 1880.

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Antique 1880s Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Small Japanese Art Glass Foo Dog / Lion Sculpture / Paperweight

$150

Small Japanese Art Glass Foo Dog / Lion Sculpture / Paperweight

Located in San Diego, CA

A small Japanese art glass foo dog / lion sculpture / paperweight, circa 1980s.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Japanese Patinated Bronze Buddhistic Lion Censer 17th/18th Century

$3,500

Antique Japanese Patinated Bronze Buddhistic Lion Censer 17th/18th Century

Located in Forney, TX

A remarkable Edo Period (1603-1868) Japanese patinated bronze Buddhistic lion censer, exceptionally executed sculptural shishi foo dog form, finely detailed, retaining the original r...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese silk jacket HAORI black with flower and lion pattern

$343Sale Price|20% Off

Japanese silk jacket HAORI black with flower and lion pattern

Located in Paris, FR

This is a silk jacket which was made in Japan. It was made in Showa era around 1980s. The haori is a traditional Japanese hip- or thigh-length jacket worn over a kimono. Resembling ...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Silk

Porcelain Foo Dog Lion Object or Bookend, Japanese 20th Century

$380Sale Price|20% Off

Porcelain Foo Dog Lion Object or Bookend, Japanese 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Foo dog lions, also known as komainu in Japan, are a symbol of good luck and protection.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Bookends

Materials

Porcelain

Edo Period Hand-Carved Lion Mask, Wood Sculpture, Japan, Circa 1700

$3,250

Edo Period Hand-Carved Lion Mask, Wood Sculpture, Japan, Circa 1700

Located in Pasadena, CA

This a well-preserved lion mask that dates to the 18th century (possibly earlier). Lion masks were used in the traditional Gion Matsuri festival lion dances. The articulated mask wit...

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Antique Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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

$1,500

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

Edo Period Lion Mask, Hand-Carved Wood, Japan, Circa 1700-1730

$2,950

Edo Period Lion Mask, Hand-Carved Wood, Japan, Circa 1700-1730

Located in Pasadena, CA

This another superb example of an Edo Period early 18th century or earlier Lion Mask created for the Lion Dances of the Gion Matsuri Festival. The mask is in overall good condition f...

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Antique Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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

$8,800

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

Stone

Japanese Meiji Bronze Shishi Shi Shi Lion Chinese Foo Dog Sculpture Statue

$895

Japanese Meiji Bronze Shishi Shi Shi Lion Chinese Foo Dog Sculpture Statue

Located in Studio City, CA

A gorgeous Meiji Period (1868-1912) Japanese bronze Shishi (Shi Shi) guardian lion (Chinese Foo Dog) sculpture.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Meiji Imari Porcelain Scalloped Edge Lions Birds Bowl 10"

$525Sale Price|30% Off

Antique Japanese Meiji Imari Porcelain Scalloped Edge Lions Birds Bowl 10"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Japanese imari porcelain fruit / serving bowl - round form with scalloped edge, decorated in blue, orange and green with Mandarin ducks nesting in a garden, pairs of blue gua...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Root-Wood Sculpture of Two Shi Shi Lion Pups

$1,800

Japanese Root-Wood Sculpture of Two Shi Shi Lion Pups

Located in Hudson, NY

with rosewood stand. Must use imagination to see. Collectors kiri-wood box.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Lion And Crocodile On Wooden Base

$8,830

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Lion And Crocodile On Wooden Base

Located in GB

A delightful Meiji Period Japanese bronze lion and crocodile on a root wood base.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion

$320

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Single decorative vintage Japanese Kutani porcelain ShiShi Temple Lion Foo Dog Statue.

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Vintage 1970s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

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

$2,200

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).

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Antique Early 17th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique Japanese Lacquered Shishi-gashira Lion Mask – Edo to Meiji Period

$960

Antique Japanese Lacquered Shishi-gashira Lion Mask – Edo to Meiji Period

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A finely crafted traditional Japanese Shishi-gashira (lion head), historically used in ceremonial Shishimai lion dances—a performing art believed to ward off evil spirits and bring g...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

19th Century Pair of Japanese Bronze Lions Bookends, Meiji Period

$2,600

19th Century Pair of Japanese Bronze Lions Bookends, Meiji Period

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

This superb and rare pair of Japanese Meiji period bronze bookends are cast in solid bronze and depict a pair of Lions, with their heads raised.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanse Bronze Shishi Foo Lion by Shuzan / Hideyama, Meiji period, Japan

$3,800

Japanse Bronze Shishi Foo Lion by Shuzan / Hideyama, Meiji period, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A heavy and powerfully cast Japanese bronze model of a shishi or foo lion by Hideyama / Shuzan, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan.

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century

$17,600Sale Price / set|54% Off

Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

Just discovered and coming from a Shinto Shrine deaccession Call or message us for details or to reserve. Japan an early and superb pair (2) of mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs als...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Japanese Meiji Era Patinated Bronze Foo Dog Lion Group Censer

$3,500

19th Century Japanese Meiji Era Patinated Bronze Foo Dog Lion Group Censer

Located in Forney, TX

A large and impressive Japanese Meiji period (1852-1912) patinated bronze guardian lion censer.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Asian Wood Shi Shi Shishi Mai Lion Dance Gashira Noh Mask Sculpture

$1,495

Japanese Asian Wood Shi Shi Shishi Mai Lion Dance Gashira Noh Mask Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, beautifully crafted Japanese festival Shishi Lion Dance (Shishi Mai) mask (Gashira).

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Masks

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Japanese Foo Lion Large Hammered Brass Sculpture/Storage Box

$350Sale Price|48% Off

Japanese Foo Lion Large Hammered Brass Sculpture/Storage Box

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

1194 Hand hammered brass Japanese Foo Lion sculpture/storage box.

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Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Antique Japanese Tapestry in Beige-Brown Lion Pictorials by Rug & Kilim

$9,200

Antique Japanese Tapestry in Beige-Brown Lion Pictorials by Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

From the most collectible new curations, an antique 3x5 pictorial tapestry from Japan, handwoven in silk circa 1890-1900. On the Design: This coveted turn-of-the-century work enj...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Antique Japanese wooden Buddha statue riding a lion / Edo period to Meiji period

$1,000

Antique Japanese wooden Buddha statue riding a lion / Edo period to Meiji period

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This wooden statue possesses a quiet presence yet somehow conveys a familiar, populist charm. The work depicts a figure seated atop a lion, a composition reminiscent of **Manjushri ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Wooden Lion Mask Engraving Edo Period/1603-1868/Shrine Festival

$1,000

Japanese Antique Wooden Lion Mask Engraving Edo Period/1603-1868/Shrine Festival

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

(Japanese ``si-si'' is an imaginary animal that deifies a lion.)

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions

$4,050 / set

Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions

Located in New York, NY

Pair highly stylized large Chinese or Japanese carved wooden guardian lions (fu lions or foo dogs), hand-painted with gilt highlights.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Pair Large Red And Gilt Elephant And Lion Temple Benches, 1925

$4,500 / set

Japanese Antique Pair Large Red And Gilt Elephant And Lion Temple Benches, 1925

Located in South Burlington, VT

We are members of NAJGA- North American Japanese Garden Association.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Scholar's Objects

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Textile

Pair of 20th Century Japanese Satsuma Vases with gilded lion head accents

$747 / set

Pair of 20th Century Japanese Satsuma Vases with gilded lion head accents

Located in GB

This pair of Japanese Satsuma vases decorated with a river scene and gilded lion heads on either side, presents a fascinating blend of traditional and decorative elements.

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Late 20th Century Asian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique 17C Japanese Porcelain Blue White Edo Period Arita Vase Flowers Lion

$6,236

Antique 17C Japanese Porcelain Blue White Edo Period Arita Vase Flowers Lion

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice & Beautiful Arita Japanese Porcelain Vase, beaker shape. This is a beautiful 17th-century Japanese Arita porcelain vase, likely dating to the second half of the 1600s during the...

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Antique 17th Century Edo Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Pair French Japonisme Gilt Patinated Bronze Marble Tables Gueridons

$47,550 / set

Antique Pair French Japonisme Gilt Patinated Bronze Marble Tables Gueridons

By Edouard Lievre

Located in London, GB

At the centre, a pierced, stepped oval stretcher is surmounted by a finely modelled komainu - a traditional Japanese lion-dog figure associated with protection and the dispelling of ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Japonisme Gueridon

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Koro with Foo Lion shape Japan 19th C

$1,705

Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Koro with Foo Lion shape Japan 19th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice Quality with superb decoration. Condition Some usual age signs like ware and the foo lion is loose. Size 27x18CM HeightxDiameter Period 19th century 20th century

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Meiji Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage Lion Wall Plaques

$1,698 / set

Pair of Vintage Lion Wall Plaques

Located in Hastings, GB

A wonderfully cast pair of vintage heraldic lions, beautifully detailed and of great size and scale.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Emile galle Faience Haroldic Lion Candelabras

$7,000

Emile galle Faience Haroldic Lion Candelabras

By Galle Art Glass

Located in Dallas, TX

Emile Galle Faience Heraldic Lions This captivating and scarce matched pair of 19th-century French faience lion candleholders, crafted by the renowned artist Émile Gallé, embodies t...

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Antique 1880s French Anglo-Japanese Candle Lamps

Materials

Faience

19th Century Japanese Imari Charger

$1,950

19th Century Japanese Imari Charger

Located in Houston, TX

Late 19th Century Japanese Imari charger featuring a lion-in-nature scene.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Rare Edo-Meiji Period Bronze Hibachi with Lion Handles

$2,000

Pair of Rare Edo-Meiji Period Bronze Hibachi with Lion Handles

Located in Fukuoka, JP

The standout feature is the lion-shaped handles (shishi or komainu), sculpted with expressive detail, symbolizing protection and strength in Japanese culture.

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Great Wood Carving Lion Figurine / 1868-1920 / Rare Item

$1,200

Great Wood Carving Lion Figurine / 1868-1920 / Rare Item

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Also, in the case of Japanese and Chinese lions, a ball is attached to the left hand, but this is missing.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large Late Edo Period Imari Porcelain Charger with Shishi Lions, Hand-Painted

$1,580

Large Late Edo Period Imari Porcelain Charger with Shishi Lions, Hand-Painted

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A striking large Japanese Imari porcelain charger from the late Edo period (19th century), featuring a dynamic composition with two shishi (guardian lions) depicted in expressive, fl...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Stack Box Jubako

$6,000

Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Stack Box Jubako

Located in Atlanta, GA

The top lid showcase a lion (Shishi in Japanese) centered in a floral border.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Bronze/Copper Cloisonné Koro Incense Burner with Foo Lion Shape, 19th C.

$1,100

Antique Bronze/Copper Cloisonné Koro Incense Burner with Foo Lion Shape, 19th C.

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Additional information: Material: Bronze & Metal Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19th century, 20th century Condition: Some usual age signs like ware and the foo lion is loose.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Copper

Genryusai Seiya Style Stone Jardineiere/Planter - Zoomorphic “Animals” with Lion

$2,870Sale Price|30% Off

Genryusai Seiya Style Stone Jardineiere/Planter - Zoomorphic “Animals” with Lion

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Genryusai Seiya Style Cast Stone Jardineiere. "The original bronze planters were part of Jagenpanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large scale Meiji Period ...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Cast Stone

Old Chinese stone carved lion typeB /Early 20th century/Garden ornament

$800

Old Chinese stone carved lion typeB /Early 20th century/Garden ornament

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a stone lion statue made in China, presumably in the 20th century or later, during the Republic of China period.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Chinese Export Statues

Materials

Sandstone

Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period

$15,000 / set

Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period

By Kozan Zo

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sandwiched between the two main imageries, elaborate decorative motifs, such as Shishi (Japanese Fu Dog or Buddhist Lion), peonies, brocaded clouds were layered to form visually cohe...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Lacquered Meiji Period Carved Wood Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions on Boulle Stands

$3,500 / set

Lacquered Meiji Period Carved Wood Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions on Boulle Stands

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Pair of Japanese lacquered wood figures depicting seated Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions in a deep red-brown lacquer with stylized mane and tail, having reverse painted glass eyes and sea...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1970s Neiman Marcus Japan Bronze Foo Dogs

$950 / set

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...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Period, Blue and White Vase with Phoenix Decoration

$22,600

Japanese Meiji Period, Blue and White Vase with Phoenix Decoration

Located in New York, NY

The body of the vase is hand-painted with semi-circular wave-like patterns, which have shishi guardian lions swimming throughout. Japanese porcelain vases of this size, condition, qu...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century

$1,225Sale Price|50% Off

A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

Description: The fluted Imari vase with a short everted collar surrounded by a band of cobalt and gilt foliate panels divided by red floral clasps on a white ground, to the shoulders...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Incense Burner in Hand-Etched Brass with Komainu, Signed

$391

Japanese Incense Burner in Hand-Etched Brass with Komainu, Signed

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Decorated with Komainu Japanese for Foo dog/lion to both sides. It also has a handle typical for examples used in ceremonial practices.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Jars

Materials

Brass

Pair of Japanese Gilt Bronze Komainu by Ishikawa Komei, Meiji Period

$38,000 / set

Pair of Japanese Gilt Bronze Komainu by Ishikawa Komei, Meiji Period

Located in Austin, TX

Also known as karashishi, or simply shishi in Japan, in the west they are commonly referred to as foo dogs or foo lions.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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

$1,500

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

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Their roots are said to lie in the lion statues of the ancient Orient and India; they were transmitted to Japan via China and the Korean Peninsula, where they developed into a unique...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood, Urushi lacquer

Antique Japanese Silver Koro with Phoenix and Shishi Finial, Meiji Period Style

$2,757Sale Price|30% Off

Antique Japanese Silver Koro with Phoenix and Shishi Finial, Meiji Period Style

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique Japanese Silver Koro, Meiji Period Silver Incense Burner, Silver Phoenix Relief, Japanese Shishi Lion Finial, Collectible Oriental Silver, Vintage Japanese Silverware, Japane...

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Antique 1880s Japanese Japonisme Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of Late 19th Century Japanese Kutani Double Gourd Vases

$3,973 / set

Pair of Late 19th Century Japanese Kutani Double Gourd Vases

Located in Reepham, GB

A pair of late 19th century Kutani coral orange and gilt double gourd vases, floral and landscape decoration with the traditional lion and phoenix Japan, circa 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century European Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Late Edo period Tsutsugaki 筒描 Auspicious Shishi Batik Screen

$2,690Sale Price|50% Off

Late Edo period Tsutsugaki 筒描 Auspicious Shishi Batik Screen

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Auspicious Shishi Batik Screen Period: Late Edo Size: 145x173 cm (57x68 inches) SKU: PTA62 Step into the mythical world of late Edo Japan with our radiant batik screen depicting the...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Cotton, Wood

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Japanese Wood sculpture Okimono of Lion

Unavailable

H 5.91 in W 9.85 in D 5.52 in

Japanese Wood sculpture Okimono of Lion

Located in MILANO, IT

A Japanese carved wood sculpture okimono of an elegant and mightily lion with thick mane.

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Antique 1850s Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Screen Painting with Chinese Lions

Unavailable

H 71.5 in W 145 in D 1 in

Japanese Screen Painting with Chinese Lions

Located in New York, NY

Boldly painted six-panel folding screen (byobu) depicting the classic subject of frolicking mythological Chinese lion dogs, or Shi Shi, amongst peonies on a gold leaf background with...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Ink

Traditional Japanese Kabuki Lion Dancer "Renshishi" Dolls, 1970s, Japan

Unavailable

H 30 in W 54 in D 21 in

Traditional Japanese Kabuki Lion Dancer "Renshishi" Dolls, 1970s, Japan

Located in Paris, FR

Renshishi / Lion Dancer is traditional Japanese kabuki play.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Fabric, Silk, Wood

Pair of Japanese Carved Wood Lion Dogs

Unavailable

H 20.5 in W 16 in D 10 in

Pair of Japanese Carved Wood Lion Dogs

Located in Seattle, WA

A pair of Japanese carved wood koma inu protective lion dogs, literally "Korean Dogs" which would have been guardians of a shrine and messenger to the gods.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Sculptures

Late 19th Century Bronze Represent a Lion Japan

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H 12.21 in W 24.41 in D 3.94 in

Late 19th Century Bronze Represent a Lion Japan

Located in Paris, FR

Lion in bronze Late 19th century Japan.

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Antique 1890s Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Rare and Massive Japanese wood sculpture of playful lions, signed, Japan, 19th

Unavailable

H 11.03 in W 26.38 in D 13.78 in

Rare and Massive Japanese wood sculpture of playful lions, signed, Japan, 19th

Located in PARIS, FR

A Very Rare wood Okimono of Shishi Lions, Japan , 19th c This exceptional 19th-century Japanese wooden sculpture, crafted from an unique piece of hinoki wood, depicts a shishi (Bu...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cedar

Japanese 6-Piece Kai Kai Tea Set with Heraldic Lions

Unavailable

Japanese 6-Piece Kai Kai Tea Set with Heraldic Lions

By Kai Kai

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Japanese 6-Piece Kai Kai Tea Set with Heraldic Lions.

Category

20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Bronze Shishi Lion Foo Dog Small Incense Burner, 1960s

Unavailable

H 14 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Japanese Bronze Shishi Lion Foo Dog Small Incense Burner, 1960s

Located in Paris, FR

Japanese bronze censer with lion foo dog (Shishi).

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20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Japan, A rare Japanese Kutani figure of Kannon on a Foo Lion, Meiji Period, 19th

Unavailable

H 8.67 in W 4.93 in D 7.09 in

Japan, A rare Japanese Kutani figure of Kannon on a Foo Lion, Meiji Period, 19th

Located in PARIS, FR

Adorned in traditional attire, the figure of Kannon emanates a sense of serenity, while the Foo Lion exudes power and protection, showcasing the intricate mastery of Japanese artisan...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Japanese Bronze Lion Meiji Period on Wood Base Signed

Unavailable

H 10.75 in W 19 in D 7.75 in

19th Century Japanese Bronze Lion Meiji Period on Wood Base Signed

Located in Hampstead, QC

This fierce and impressive bronze sculpture of a roaring lion was made during the Meiji Period in Japan (1868-1921).

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Lion Dog Mask

Unavailable

H 24 in W 14 in D 19 in

Lion Dog Mask

Located in Seattle, WA

Japanese carved wood shishi, lion dog, dance mask.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Busts

Materials

Wood

Shi Shi Guardian Lion Carvings

Unavailable

H 11 in W 15 in D 14.25 in

Shi Shi Guardian Lion Carvings

Located in New York, NY

19th century Hand carved keyaki wood temple guardians

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures

20th Century Meiji Era Kutani ware Komainu

Unavailable

H 11.42 in W 5.52 in D 3.94 in

20th Century Meiji Era Kutani ware Komainu

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

Komainu have a strong resemblance to Chinese Guardian Lions (Shishi), and it is believed that the Japanese were exposed to these ‘lion-dogs’ through Korea in the 8th century.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

17th Century Japanese Lion Garden Sculpture

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H 24 in W 48 in D 20 in

17th Century Japanese Lion Garden Sculpture

Located in Hudson, NY

17th century Japanese lion garden sculpture of carved granite. measurements: Low stone bowl: 12 1/2" h x 28 3/4" diam 250 lbs high stone bowl: 21" h x 20" diam 300 lbs stone lion : ...

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Antique 17th Century Japanese Statues

Materials

Granite

Japanese Lion Gion Festival Dance Mask, Lacquered Wood, Late Edo period

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H 8 in W 11 in D 12.5 in

Japanese Lion Gion Festival Dance Mask, Lacquered Wood, Late Edo period

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Japanese Lion Gion Festival Dance Mask, Lacquered wood, Late Edo period This lion mask can be found at the head of a float in the Gion festival.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Original Vintage Poster Japan Airlines JAL Discover Japan Travel Lion Dog Design

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H 40.56 in W 28.75 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Poster Japan Airlines JAL Discover Japan Travel Lion Dog Design

Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel poster - Discover Japan - featuring a great graphic design depicting two Japanese lion dogs on yellow ribbon lines against a red background with the bold lett...

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Posters

Materials

Paper

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Lion Head 1800s-1860s/Folk Art mingei wabisabi

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H 4.34 in W 6.3 in D 8.27 in

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Lion Head 1800s-1860s/Folk Art mingei wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese lion head. It is an item from the Edo period.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo More Asian Art, Objects and Furni...

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Imari Covered Urn

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H 16 in Dm 9 in

Japanese Imari Covered Urn

Located in Chicago, IL

A 19th century Japanese porcelain imari covered urn with a multicolored glazed brocade design depicting a phoenix and shishi (Japanese lion dogs).

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Antiques After 1910-Wood Carving Lions / Shrines and Temples

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H 11.62 in W 13.98 in D 8.67 in

Japanese Antiques After 1910-Wood Carving Lions / Shrines and Temples

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Introducing the sculptures of old Japanese lions. This is a part of building materials such as shrines and temples.

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20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique 19thC Japanese Porcelain Meiji Period Imari Lidded Ginger Jar Vase 1890

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H 7.25 in Dm 4.25 in

Antique 19thC Japanese Porcelain Meiji Period Imari Lidded Ginger Jar Vase 1890

Located in Portland, OR

The dome topped lid decorated with a Komainu finial (Japanese lion-dog temple guardian). The ovoid shaped vase and cover are both finely hand decorated in underglaze blue and heighte...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large & Fine Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Vases, 1890

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H 14.5 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

Large & Fine Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Vases, 1890

Located in Portland, OR

A very fine pair on antique bronze Japanese Meiji period bronze vases, circa 1890. The vases are very finely cast and modeled in the Aesthetic taste, each vase having twin handles mo...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Note/Phone Number Keeper Made in Japan

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H 1 in W 6.5 in D 4 in

Vintage Note/Phone Number Keeper Made in Japan

By Lion Products

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Telephone number keeper or just a note keeper notepad from the 19960Â’s made in Japan, the brand is Lion. Metal with vinyl accents.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

A Japanese Articulated Lion Dance (Shishimai) Mask

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H 10 in W 9.5 in D 10.75 in

A Japanese Articulated Lion Dance (Shishimai) Mask

Located in Austin, TX

A charming Japanese mask originally used in traditional lion dances (shishimai)to scare away evil spirits and usher in good luck.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Masks

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Large Japanese Satsuma Censer with Foo Lions

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H 17 in W 16 in D 6 in

Large Japanese Satsuma Censer with Foo Lions

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The lid having a Foo-lion holding a ball with a Greek key pattern around the border.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Handmade Sculpture of Entwined Lions, Japan, 1930s

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H 9 in W 25.5 in D 17.5 in

Handmade Sculpture of Entwined Lions, Japan, 1930s

Located in South Burlington, VT

An old Japanese 1930s era large-scale and animated sculpture of two entwined lions with original old felt bottom tabs.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Plaster

A Pair of Japanese Shishi Lion Architectural Elements

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H 12.75 in W 15 in D 10 in

A Pair of Japanese Shishi Lion Architectural Elements

Located in Austin, TX

A nicely weathered pair of Japanese shishi lions. Similar to Chinese foo dogs or foo lions, these would originally have been placed under the eaves of a Buddhist or Shinto temple to ...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Architectural Elements

Antique Meiji period Japanese Satsuma Lion with Vases mark Japan 19c

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H 4.34 in Dm 3.94 in

Antique Meiji period Japanese Satsuma Lion with Vases mark Japan 19c

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Country of origin: Japan Age: Edo/Meiji Period 19th century Size: 11 cm high Condition: Both with chip to rim, and some frits. SIze: 12.8 x 8cm Period 19th century

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Iron Decorative Plate with Shishi Lion Motif

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H 6.3 in W 11.82 in D 0.6 in

Japanese Iron Decorative Plate with Shishi Lion Motif

Located in Fukuoka, JP

In Japanese tradition, the Shishi is a guardian figure, believed to ward off evil and bring protection.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanes Bronze Vase With Foo Lions, Meiji Period.

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H 9.65 in Dm 7.29 in

Antique Japanes Bronze Vase With Foo Lions, Meiji Period.

Located in Antwerp, BE

Antique bronze vase with Foo lions. Japanese signature, see pictures.  Meiji period 1868-1912. 

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Vases

Materials

Silver

A Japanese Bronze Shishi Lion FormTemple Candle Holder

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H 19.5 in W 17.5 in D 16 in

A Japanese Bronze Shishi Lion FormTemple Candle Holder

Located in Austin, TX

Commissioned for a temple, this large and impressive candle holder features a lively and alert shishi lion climbing up a rocky outcropping. His head is turned to look behind him, mou...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Kutani Taisho Period Large Pottery Lion Dog and Ball

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H 9.65 in W 9.65 in D 6.7 in

Japanese Kutani Taisho Period Large Pottery Lion Dog and Ball

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A large and impressive antique Japanese Taisho Kutani pottery figure of a lion dog dating from the 1920s-1930s.

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Vintage 1920s Japanese Taisho Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

PAIR JAPANESE LACQUERED SHISHI LION TEMPLE GUARDIANS

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H 20 in W 36 in D 20 in

PAIR JAPANESE LACQUERED SHISHI LION TEMPLE GUARDIANS

Located in Stamford, CT

Terrific pair of 19th century Japanese Buddhist Shishi Lions. Carved of pine with lacquered and gilt surface and glass eyes.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Stools

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Lion 1800s-1860s / Sculpture Object Wabisabi

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H 7.49 in W 10.63 in D 5.52 in

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Lion 1800s-1860s / Sculpture Object Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a carved wooden lion made in Japan. It was made during the Edo period (1800s-1860s) and still retains its strength over the years.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cedar

Large Antique Japanese Figural Bronze Lion Passant Signed, Carved Base

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H 12 in W 21 in D 10 in

Large Antique Japanese Figural Bronze Lion Passant Signed, Carved Base

Located in Big Flats, NY

Large antique Japanese figural bronze sculpture of lion passant standing on carved wood base, signed chop marks, 19th century Measures - 12" H x 21" L x 10" D.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Rare Japanese Copper Lion Ornament/1500-1650/Engraved Copper Figurine

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H 6.3 in W 10.36 in D 3.94 in

Rare Japanese Copper Lion Ornament/1500-1650/Engraved Copper Figurine

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

We have a unique Japanese aesthetic sense. And only we can introduce unique items through our purchasing channels in Japan and the experience we have gained so far, in such a way th...

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Antique 16th Century Japanese Other Animal Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Lion Kabuki Shumei Japan 1940

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H 7.29 in W 12.01 in D 3.15 in

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Lion Kabuki Shumei Japan 1940

By Kabuki Shumei

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Deco bronze sculpture of a lion by Kabuki Shumei, Japan Showa period.

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Vintage 1940s Japanese Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Massive Japanese Meiji Satsuma Temple Jar with ShiShi Lion Finial – Hand-Painted

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H 33.5 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in

Massive Japanese Meiji Satsuma Temple Jar with ShiShi Lion Finial – Hand-Painted

Located in Media, PA

A rare and decorative statement piece ideal for collectors of Japanese Meiji art, Satsuma pottery, or Asian export ceramics.

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Antique 1890s Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Old Wood Carving Lion Head/Antique Folk Art Figurine Object Wabisabi

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H 11.42 in W 14.97 in D 15.36 in

Japanese Old Wood Carving Lion Head/Antique Folk Art Figurine Object Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an item of Japanese culture. Since ancient times, the Japanese have created lion heads and dedicated them to shrines to ward off hunger and plague.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Vintage Japanese Kakiemon Charger Figures Foo Lion Flowers Figures, 20th Century

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Dm 11.82 in

Vintage Japanese Kakiemon Charger Figures Foo Lion Flowers Figures, 20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Vintage Japanese 20th c Kakiemon Charger Figures Foo Lion Flowers Figures.

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20th Century Japanese Edo Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Japanese Seto Pottery Guardian Lion Figures, Showa Period, circa 1934

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H 12.01 in W 8.67 in D 5.12 in

Pair of Japanese Seto Pottery Guardian Lion Figures, Showa Period, circa 1934

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Pair of Japanese Seto pottery shishi Buddhist guardian lions, both well modeled with comic expressions and powerful upright bodies and each bearing an incised inscription dating the ...

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Japanese Imari Foo Lions Warrior Crackle Ware Vases, Signed

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H 18.25 in Dm 8.5 in

Pair of Japanese Imari Foo Lions Warrior Crackle Ware Vases, Signed

Located in Miami, FL

Very decorative pair of Japanese crackle ware poly chrome warrior motif vases with high relief foo lions.

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20th Century Japanese Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Very Old Pottery Komainu 'Lions'/1750-1850/Edo/ Aichi Prefecture

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H 8.12 in W 3.75 in D 5.67 in

Japanese Very Old Pottery Komainu 'Lions'/1750-1850/Edo/ Aichi Prefecture

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Seto-yaki Komainu, baked in a kiln in the Seto region of Aichi Prefecture. Komainu is a Japanese beast that resembles a lion and is considered to be an imaginary creature.

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto

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H 37 in W 27 in D 12 in

Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan an early pair of temple mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs also known as Komainu hand-carved in sandstone. Dimensions: 37 inches high and 27 inches wide and 12 inches deep Age...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture

Materials

Sandstone

Wood Lion

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H 8 in W 12 in D 4 in

Wood Lion

Located in Palm Springs, CA

We're told it's of Japanese origin.

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Leather

Antique Kutani Porcelain Japanese Shi Shi Lion Foo Dog Figure Candle Joss Stick

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H 9 in W 6.5 in D 4 in

Antique Kutani Porcelain Japanese Shi Shi Lion Foo Dog Figure Candle Joss Stick

By Kutani Studio

Located in Wilton, CT

Nice quality antique Kutani studio porcelain Shi Shi lion candle holder, circa 19th/early 20th century. 9" high, 6 1/2" wide, 4" deep. Drilled for lamp, as shown.

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Vintage 1920s Japanese Meiji Candlesticks

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 19C Japanese Satsuma Lidded Koro Gosu Blue ENDLESS WAVE LION

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H 4.53 in W 3.94 in D 2.96 in

Antique 19C Japanese Satsuma Lidded Koro Gosu Blue ENDLESS WAVE LION

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

ust wanted to share this new arrival with you. A Japanese satsuma Koro with Gosu blue. It's a very sweet little Koro with Wave and leaves design and a mytical beast/lion on top of th...

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Antique 19th Century Meiji Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Meiji Bronze Lion Sculpture

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H 13 in W 24.02 in D 0.04 in

Meiji Bronze Lion Sculpture

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A Meiji period bronze lion with a shaggy mane, signed.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Meiji Bronze of a Lion

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H 0.1 in W 25 in D 0.1 in

Meiji Bronze of a Lion

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

Meiji bronze of a stalking lion by Seiya, shown crouching down and baring his teeth, signed. On a hardwood base.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Carved Wooden Karashishi (guardian Lions).

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Carved Wooden Karashishi (guardian Lions).

Located in Hudson, NY

Karashishi (guardian Lions) made from carved wood.
Meiji Period, 1868-1912

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures

Large Bronze Vase with Shishi Lions Design

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H 14.5 in Dm 10 in

Large Bronze Vase with Shishi Lions Design

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Large bronze vase with Shishi Lions design carved by Gyokusei Age: Mid-20th Century Dimensions: W.26 cm (10 inch) , H:36.5 cm (14.5 inch) Weight: 4.2kg ( 9.5 lb). Very Good ...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair Vintage Japanese Turquoise Glazed Komainu (Foo Dogs), circa 1960's, Japan

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H 8 in W 4 in D 3 in

Pair Vintage Japanese Turquoise Glazed Komainu (Foo Dogs), circa 1960's, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A bold and colorful pair of vintage Japanese turquoise glazed biscuit porcelain komainu (foo dogs, foo lions), Showa Era, 1960's, Japan.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Ornate Fitz & Floyd Ceramic Planter with Lions

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H 7 in Dm 11 in

Ornate Fitz & Floyd Ceramic Planter with Lions

By Fitz and Floyd

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Beautiful detailed ceramic planter having protruding lion heads that act as fabulously integrated handles. Signed Fitz & Floyd on bottom. Opening is 7.75 diameter.

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Ceramic

Meiji Period Carved Lion and Tiger

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H 6 in W 7.5 in D 20 in

Meiji Period Carved Lion and Tiger

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is an outstanding pair of Meiji Period carved hardwood figures of a ferocious lion and tiger. The carving is exceptional as is the bone detailing of the mouthes and teeth. The f...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bone, Hardwood

Pair of Japanese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

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H 9 in W 8.5 in D 6.75 in

Pair of Japanese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of Japanese glazed porcelain foo dogs. These beautiful Japanese foo dogs or foo lions are the perfect accessory for a cocktail table or book shelf.

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Vintage 1940s Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Outstanding Exhibition Quality Meiji Period Silk Embroidery of a Lion and Lio

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H 52.76 in W 53.94 in D 0.04 in

Outstanding Exhibition Quality Meiji Period Silk Embroidery of a Lion and Lio

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

An outstanding exhibition quality Meiji period silk embroidery of a lion and lioness. Worked in rich tones of cream, silver, gold and brown silk thread with black detailing, the powe...

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Early 20th Century Japanese More Furniture and Collectibles

Vintage Anglo Italian Figural Lion Carved Rosewood Octagonal Low Table

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H 17.5 in Dm 29.5 in

Vintage Anglo Italian Figural Lion Carved Rosewood Octagonal Low Table

Located in Big Flats, NY

A vintage Anglo Italian low table offers octagonal form with carved rosewood in foliate, animal and bird figures over pierced skirt of the same, surmounting acanthus carved column ra...

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20th Century European Anglo-Japanese Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Japanese Folk Art Paper Mâché Tiger with Bobble Head

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H 8 in W 11 in D 4 in

Japanese Folk Art Paper Mâché Tiger with Bobble Head

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Japanese papier mâché lion is an empeccable display of stunning Japanese Folk Art.

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20th Century Japanese Toys

Materials

Paper

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$450

H 1.7 in W 3.5 in D 0.25 in

Japanese Antique Lacquer Hair Comb with Flowers in Gold Maki-e

Located in New York, NY

Stunning antique Japanese lacquer hair comb with a geometric petal-like background of stylized chrysanthemums and flowers done in gold and red maki-e. Possibly Edo or Meiji time peri...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer

Yoshitoshi Tsukioka Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai Warrors on Horseback

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H 21.5 in W 16.25 in D 0.75 in

Yoshitoshi Tsukioka Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai Warrors on Horseback

By Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, powerful, and visually striking Meiji Period woodblock print by revered Japanese artist/ printmaker Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839 - 1892 ) featuring two fierce Samurai warr...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Prints

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Paper

Clifton Karhu Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Kamigano"

$2,495

H 21.25 in W 31.5 in D 1 in

Clifton Karhu Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Kamigano"

By Clifton Karhu

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful, large woodblock print by American master printmaker Clifton Karhu who lived in Japan for over 50 years. Karhu's work gained great esteem not only in Japan but worldwide....

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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Japanese Woodblock Print by Totoya Hokkei 魚屋北溪 '1780-1850'

$1,999

H 9 in W 7.25 in D 0.15 in

Japanese Woodblock Print by Totoya Hokkei 魚屋北溪 '1780-1850'

Located in Norton, MA

Original Japanese woodblock print by Totoya Hokkei ????(1780-1850) About the artist Totoya Hokkei (?? ??, 1780–1850) was a Japanese artist best known for his prints in the ukiy...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Prints

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Paper

19th Century Chinese Gilt Lacquer Fan with Mother of Pearl Faces and Lacquer Box

$2,680

H 1.5 in W 26 in D 17 in

19th Century Chinese Gilt Lacquer Fan with Mother of Pearl Faces and Lacquer Box

Located in Brea, CA

Antique 19th century hand painted Chinese fan with mother of pearl faces, Qing dynasty, the fan features black and gold lacquered handled a colorful screen with a figural, hand paint...

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Antique 1850s Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Chinese Hand Paint Gold Lacquer Scene Gilt Fan with Lacquer Box

$5,880

H 1 in W 17 in D 9.5 in

Antique Chinese Hand Paint Gold Lacquer Scene Gilt Fan with Lacquer Box

Located in Brea, CA

19th century antique Chinese hand painted gold lacquer scene gilt fan 100 faces with original lacquer box, fan is 17 inch x 9.5 x 1, the lacquer fan box is 10.5 x 2.5 x 2 inch.

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Antique 1830s Chinese Qing Lacquer

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Lacquer

Antique Japanese Inro by Shigehide Edo Period

$5,600

H 0.7 in W 2.2 in D 3.5 in

Antique Japanese Inro by Shigehide Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite four-case lacquered inro was dated to the latter part of 18th century to early 19th century (Edo period) and made by Shigehide. The opposite sides of the inro together...

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer Decorated Tea Caddy Box

$1,196Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.5 in W 8.75 in D 6 in

19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer Decorated Tea Caddy Box

Located in Atlanta, GA

Chinese for the English market, 19th century. A fine quality antique Chinese export tea caddy decorated with beautiful gilding surfaces, a hinged lid which opens to reveal a tooled ...

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Antique 19th Century English Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

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Pewter

Japanese Edo 19th Century Signed Utagawa Kuniyoshi Diptych Woodblock Print

$2,175

H 20.5 in W 26 in D 1 in

Japanese Edo 19th Century Signed Utagawa Kuniyoshi Diptych Woodblock Print

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Japanese Edo period diptych woodblock print from the early to mid 19th century, signed by Utagawa Kuniyoshi. Immerse yourself in the Japanese Edo period artistry with this...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Prints

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Glass, Paint, Paper

Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print The Big Owl

$695

H 21.25 in W 16.25 in D 0.5 in

Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print The Big Owl

By Kaoru Kawano

Located in Studio City, CA

An engaging and quite coveted work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the ...

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Paper

Antique Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Yoshitora, 一猛齋芳虎

$1,450

H 20.5 in W 15.125 in D 0.5 in

Antique Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Yoshitora, 一猛齋芳虎

Located in Norton, MA

Antique Japanese woodblock print by Utagawa Yoshitora 一猛齋芳虎 (1836~1880) depicting a night scene with a courtesan, Framed with glass. Dimensions: with frame: 15 1/8' W x 20.5" H with...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Prints

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Paper

19th Century Chinese Gilt Lacquer Fan with Mother of Pearl Faces and Lacquer Box

$2,880

H 1.5 in W 20.5 in D 11 in

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Located in Brea, CA

Antique 19th century hand painted Chinese fan with mother of pearl faces, Qing dynasty, the fan features black and gold lacquered handled a colorful screen with a figural, hand paint...

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Antique 1850s Chinese Qing Lacquer

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Tsukioka Kôgyo"Pictures Of Noh" - 1922 Original Japanese Woodblock Print, 1922

$710

H 24 in W 18 in D 0.5 in

"Pictures Of Noh" - 1922 Original Japanese Woodblock Print

By Tsukioka Kôgyo

Located in Soquel, CA

"Pictures Of Noh" - 1922 Original Japanese Woodblock Print Original Japanese woodblock print by Tsukioka Kogyo (Japanese, 1869-1927) depicting a scene from one of Kogyo's most impor...

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1920s Edo Figurative Prints

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Ink, Rice Paper, Woodcut

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$3,880

H 1.5 in W 16 in D 8.5 in

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Located in Brea, CA

Antique 19th century hand painted Chinese fan with mother of pearl faces, Qing dynasty, the fan features black and gold lacquered handled a colorful screen with a figural, hand paint...

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Mother-of-Pearl Sewing Nécessaire

$18,850

H 4.25 in W 6.63 in D 4.88 in

Mother-of-Pearl Sewing Nécessaire

By Palais Royal

Located in New Orleans, LA

This captivating Palais Royal sewing nécessaire is crafted of engraved mother of pearl mounted in rich doré bronze. The hinged box contains a removable tray lined with velvet that ho...

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Antique 19th Century French Other Decorative Boxes

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Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Trinket Box

$2,000

H 3 in Dm 6.125 in

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Trinket Box

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, late Meiji era, covered enamel over brass jewelry or trinket box. The body of the ware is enameled with floral and foliage motifs made in the Cloisonne technique...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

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Brass, Enamel

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Japanese Lion For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Japanese lion you’re looking for. A Japanese lion — often made from wood, metal and ceramic — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Japanese lion, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right Japanese lion, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest. Fitz and Floyd, Kabuki Shumei and Lion Products each produced at least one beautiful Japanese lion that is worth considering.

How Much is a Japanese Lion?

A Japanese lion can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,200, while the lowest priced sells for $199 and the highest can go for as much as $49,300.