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Japanese Lacquer Box with Fine Maki-e Decoration Meiji Period
Japanese Lacquer Box with Fine Maki-e Decoration Meiji Period

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

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Plate by Sennosuke Kusube
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Plate by Sennosuke Kusube

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Plate by Sennosuke Kusube

$2,051

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Plate by Sennosuke Kusube

Located in Newark, England

The central scene depicts a family partaking in Shishi-mai (獅子舞), the traditional Japanese lion dance performed during festivals to bring good fortune and ward off evil spirits.

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Large Japanese Signed Bronze Lion Sculpture, 19th Century
Large Japanese Signed Bronze Lion Sculpture, 19th Century

Large Japanese Signed Bronze Lion Sculpture, 19th Century

$5,196

Large Japanese Signed Bronze Lion Sculpture, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

A fantastic bronze male lion sculpture. Please take a look at all our photographs, the detail is so impressive, from the mane to the paw prints and claws. Signed. Morimitsu for Se...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Sadanobu Hasegawa III Japanese Woodblock Print Kagamijishi (Lion Dance)
Sadanobu Hasegawa III Japanese Woodblock Print Kagamijishi (Lion Dance)

Sadanobu Hasegawa III Japanese Woodblock Print Kagamijishi (Lion Dance)

$595

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

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

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

$700

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
K18 Japanese Antiques A Silk hanging scroll, Lion painted

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
Japanese Meiji Carved Wood Shishi Parade Lion Mask, circa 1880

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

Antique Japanese carved wooden lion / Edo period / Temple carving / Guardian
Antique Japanese carved wooden lion / Edo period / Temple carving / Guardian

Antique Japanese carved wooden lion / Edo period / Temple carving / Guardian

$1,500

Antique Japanese carved wooden lion / Edo period / Temple carving / Guardian

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is thought to be a kibana lion from the middle to late Edo period. A kibana is a wood carving found on Japanese shrine and temple buildings.

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Japanese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Guardian Lions, circa 1960s
Pair of Japanese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Guardian Lions, circa 1960s

Pair of Japanese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Guardian Lions, circa 1960s

$670 / set

Pair of Japanese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Guardian Lions, circa 1960s

Located in Elkhart, IN

A wonderfully expressive pair of vintage porcelain guardian lions, or foo dogs, dating to circa 1960s Japan.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Bronze Japanese Hibachi Vessels, Meiji Period, Lion Handles
Pair of Bronze Japanese Hibachi Vessels, Meiji Period, Lion Handles

Pair of Bronze Japanese Hibachi Vessels, Meiji Period, Lion Handles

$2,800

Pair of Bronze Japanese Hibachi Vessels, Meiji Period, Lion Handles

Located in Yonkers, NY

Each piece features intricate raised panels that depict landscapes of mountains, trees, and figures, recalling the harmony between nature and craftsmanship found in traditional Japan...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Bronze

Small Japanese Art Glass Foo Dog / Lion Sculpture / Paperweight
Small Japanese Art Glass Foo Dog / Lion Sculpture / Paperweight

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

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
Japanese silk jacket HAORI black with flower and lion pattern

Japanese silk jacket HAORI black with flower and lion pattern

$337Sale 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
Porcelain Foo Dog Lion Object or Bookend, Japanese 20th Century

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

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

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

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

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 Root-Wood Sculpture of Two Shi Shi Lion Pups
Japanese Root-Wood Sculpture of Two Shi Shi Lion Pups

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

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

$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

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

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

$750

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

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Lion And Crocodile On Wooden Base
Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Lion And Crocodile On Wooden Base

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Lion And Crocodile On Wooden Base

$8,889

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

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

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

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

Antique Japanese Pottery Komainu Lion-Dogs, Pair / Edo Period / Shrine Guardians
Antique Japanese Pottery Komainu Lion-Dogs, Pair / Edo Period / Shrine Guardians

Antique Japanese Pottery Komainu Lion-Dogs, Pair / Edo Period / Shrine Guardians

$1,800 / set

Antique Japanese Pottery Komainu Lion-Dogs, Pair / Edo Period / Shrine Guardians

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a pair of pottery Komainu (guardian lion-dogs) believed to have been made during the Edo period, in the area around present-day Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

19th Century Japanese Gold Ground Two-Panel Screen with Lion and Peonies
19th Century Japanese Gold Ground Two-Panel Screen with Lion and Peonies

19th Century Japanese Gold Ground Two-Panel Screen with Lion and Peonies

$4,870

19th Century Japanese Gold Ground Two-Panel Screen with Lion and Peonies

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A striking Japanese two-panel folding screen depicting a mythical lion (karajishi) among flowering peonies, painted against a richly aged gold ground.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood, Paper

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion
Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion

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

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

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

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

$1,990

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

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

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

$15,000 / set

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

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

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

Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo Palace Doll, "The Boy & Lion Head" Edo 1800s
Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo Palace Doll, "The Boy & Lion Head" Edo 1800s

Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo Palace Doll, "The Boy & Lion Head" Edo 1800s

$2,500

Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo Palace Doll, "The Boy & Lion Head" Edo 1800s

Located in Norton, MA

Antique A heavy Japanese Gosho Ningyo (Palace Doll) stand on a lacquer stand holding a wooden gilt lion head on his left hand finely painted features, featuring white gofun finish, g...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Clay, Fabric, Wood, Lacquer, Giltwood

Japanese Foo Lion Large Hammered Brass Sculpture/Storage Box
Japanese Foo Lion Large Hammered Brass Sculpture/Storage Box

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

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

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 Meiji Kutani Guanyin on Buddhist Lion Porcelain Figure
Antique Japanese Meiji Kutani Guanyin on Buddhist Lion Porcelain Figure

Antique Japanese Meiji Kutani Guanyin on Buddhist Lion Porcelain Figure

$1,948

Antique Japanese Meiji Kutani Guanyin on Buddhist Lion Porcelain Figure

Located in Nottingham, GB

A finely decorated Japanese Kutani porcelain figure depicting Guanyin seated upon a Buddhist lion, dating to the late 19th-century Meiji period.

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Antique 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Enamel

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

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

Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions
Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions

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.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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

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

$752 / 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.

Category

Late 20th Century Asian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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

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

$6,133

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
Antique Pair French Japonisme Gilt Patinated Bronze Marble Tables Gueridons

Antique Pair French Japonisme Gilt Patinated Bronze Marble Tables Gueridons

$47,866 / 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

Rare Mid-19th Century Japanese Arita Imari Shi-Shi Lion Bowl with Stand
Rare Mid-19th Century Japanese Arita Imari Shi-Shi Lion Bowl with Stand

Rare Mid-19th Century Japanese Arita Imari Shi-Shi Lion Bowl with Stand

$2,810

Rare Mid-19th Century Japanese Arita Imari Shi-Shi Lion Bowl with Stand

Located in Nottingham, GB

The unusual form, sophisticated arrangement of the decoration and particularly fine execution make this an impressive example of mid-19th-century Japanese Arita porcelain. Comparabl...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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

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

$1,677

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

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Meiji Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage Lion Wall Plaques
Pair of Vintage Lion Wall Plaques

Pair of Vintage Lion Wall Plaques

$1,709 / 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.

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Emile galle Faience Haroldic Lion Candelabras
Emile galle Faience Haroldic Lion Candelabras

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...

Category

Antique 1880s French Anglo-Japanese Candle Lamps

Materials

Faience

19th Century Japanese Imari Charger
19th Century Japanese Imari Charger

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

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

$1,920Sale Price|20% Off

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.

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

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

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.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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

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

$1,035Sale Price|25% Off

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...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Stack Box Jubako
Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Stack Box Jubako

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.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

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

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

$1,082

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.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Copper

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

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

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Cast Stone

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Kutani Porcelain Guanyin Sculpture 19th Century
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Kutani Porcelain Guanyin Sculpture 19th Century

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Kutani Porcelain Guanyin Sculpture 19th Century

$2,530

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Kutani Porcelain Guanyin Sculpture 19th Century

Located in London, GB

The Guanyin is seated upon flowering rockwork, accompanied by a shishi Japanese guardian lion statue decorated in typical enamels of a high-contrast palette dominated by deep cobalt ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

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

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

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

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

Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period
Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period

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

Vintage 1970s Neiman Marcus Japan Bronze Foo Dogs
Vintage 1970s Neiman Marcus Japan Bronze Foo Dogs

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
Japanese Meiji Period, Blue and White Vase with Phoenix Decoration

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

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Japanese Wood sculpture Okimono of Lion
Japanese Wood sculpture Okimono of Lion

Japanese Wood sculpture Okimono of Lion

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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
Japanese Screen Painting with Chinese Lions

Japanese Screen Painting with Chinese Lions

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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

Pair of Japanese Carved Wood Lion Dogs
Pair of Japanese Carved Wood Lion Dogs

Pair of Japanese Carved Wood Lion Dogs

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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
Late 19th Century Bronze Represent a Lion Japan

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

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

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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
Japanese 6-Piece Kai Kai Tea Set with Heraldic Lions

Japanese 6-Piece Kai Kai Tea Set with Heraldic Lions

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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.

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20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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

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

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

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

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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
Lion Dog Mask

Lion Dog Mask

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H 24 in W 14 in D 19 in

Lion Dog Mask

Located in Seattle, WA

Japanese carved wood shishi, lion dog, dance mask.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Busts

Materials

Wood

Shi Shi Guardian Lion Carvings
Shi Shi Guardian Lion Carvings

Shi Shi Guardian Lion Carvings

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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
20th Century Meiji Era Kutani ware Komainu

20th Century Meiji Era Kutani ware Komainu

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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
17th Century Japanese Lion Garden Sculpture

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

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

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

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
Japanese Imari Covered Urn

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

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

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

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
Vintage Note/Phone Number Keeper Made in Japan

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
A Japanese Articulated Lion Dance (Shishimai) Mask

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
Large Japanese Satsuma Censer with Foo Lions

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
Handmade Sculpture of Entwined Lions, Japan, 1930s

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
A Pair of Japanese Shishi Lion Architectural Elements

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

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
Japanese Iron Decorative Plate with Shishi Lion Motif

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.
Antique Japanes Bronze Vase With Foo Lions, Meiji Period.

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
A Japanese Bronze Shishi Lion FormTemple Candle Holder

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
Japanese Kutani Taisho Period Large Pottery Lion Dog and Ball

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
PAIR JAPANESE LACQUERED SHISHI LION TEMPLE GUARDIANS

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

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
Large Antique Japanese Figural Bronze Lion Passant Signed, Carved Base

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

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
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Lion Kabuki Shumei Japan 1940

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
Wood Lion

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

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

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 L 4.53 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
Meiji Bronze Lion Sculpture

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
Meiji Bronze of a Lion

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).

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
Large Bronze Vase with Shishi Lions Design

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

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

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Ornate Fitz & Floyd Ceramic Planter with Lions

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

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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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Vintage Anglo Italian Figural Lion Carved Rosewood Octagonal Low Table

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Japanese Folk Art Paper Mâché Tiger with Bobble Head

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Located in Austin, TX

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