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20th Century, Showa, Antique Japanese Metal Elephant with Artist Sign
20th Century, Showa, Antique Japanese Metal Elephant with Artist Sign

20th Century, Showa, Antique Japanese Metal Elephant with Artist Sign

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Japanese metal elephant with artist sign. Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th Century Size: Height 20 C.M. / Width 16.5 C.M. / Length 26 C.M.

Category

20th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Antique Print of Japanese Metal Decorations Ornaments by Racinet
Antique Print of Japanese Metal Decorations Ornaments by Racinet

Antique Print of Japanese Metal Decorations Ornaments by Racinet

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique print titled 'Japanese - Japonais - Japonesisch'. Chromolithograph of Japanese metal decorations ornaments.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

Gojunoto Japanese Metal Pagoda
Gojunoto Japanese Metal Pagoda

Gojunoto Japanese Metal Pagoda

Located in Vienna, AT

Five-story Japanese pagoda "Gojūnotō" made of painted patinated metal.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Iron

Intricate Antique Japanese Metal Candle Holders Shokudai
Intricate Antique Japanese Metal Candle Holders Shokudai

Intricate Antique Japanese Metal Candle Holders Shokudai

Located in New York, NY

A pair of antique Japanese candlesticks, likely dating from the Meiji Period (1868-1912) or potentially earlier Edo Period. These are known as shokudai (燭台) in Japanese, and this par...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Art Nouveau Black Japanned Metal Bird Cage, Hand-Painted, Circa 1900-1920
Art Nouveau Black Japanned Metal Bird Cage, Hand-Painted, Circa 1900-1920

Art Nouveau Black Japanned Metal Bird Cage, Hand-Painted, Circa 1900-1920

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A scarce Art Nouveau painted metal or Jappaned bird cage, possibly German, circa 1900-1920. The black square cage shows a shapely eaved roof with the original top hanging handle. Ha...

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Bird Cages

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Orange Japanned Metal Bird Cage, Hand-Painted, Circa 1900-1920
Art Deco Orange Japanned Metal Bird Cage, Hand-Painted, Circa 1900-1920

Art Deco Orange Japanned Metal Bird Cage, Hand-Painted, Circa 1900-1920

By Hendryx

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A scarce Art Deco era painted metal or Jappaned bird cage, possibly German, circa 1900-1920. The bright orange square cage shows an eaved roof with the original top hanging handle....

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Bird Cages

Materials

Metal

Japanese Meiji Mixed Metals Plate with Birds and Foliage
Japanese Meiji Mixed Metals Plate with Birds and Foliage

Japanese Meiji Mixed Metals Plate with Birds and Foliage

Located in Louisville, KY

This stunning work of Japanese metal work is brilliant in detail and craftsmanship.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Copper

Toshio Ichibashi Modernist Japanese Bronze Vase c1970s
Toshio Ichibashi Modernist Japanese Bronze Vase c1970s

Toshio Ichibashi Modernist Japanese Bronze Vase c1970s

Located in Oakland, CA

Stunning vintage turned brass vase with modernist design by noted Japanese metal artist, Toshio Ichibashi c1970s. Comes with original signed box.

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

18th Century Japanese Bronze Temple Vessel
18th Century Japanese Bronze Temple Vessel

18th Century Japanese Bronze Temple Vessel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The surface displays a beautiful aged patina, testament to centuries of ritual use and time-worn serenity. A fine example of Japanese metal artistry, combining balance, form, and spi...

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Rustic Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Mixed Metal Finely Executed Decorative Plate of Monkey Picking Fruit
Japanese Mixed Metal Finely Executed Decorative Plate of Monkey Picking Fruit

Japanese Mixed Metal Finely Executed Decorative Plate of Monkey Picking Fruit

By Japanese Studio

Located in Sarasota, FL

Meiji Period Japanese mixed metal platter depicting monkey gathering fruit for finely dressed gentlemen.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Japanese MIxed Metal Finely Executed Plate of Cormorant Fishing at Night
Japanese MIxed Metal Finely Executed Plate of Cormorant Fishing at Night

Japanese MIxed Metal Finely Executed Plate of Cormorant Fishing at Night

By Japanese Studio

Located in Sarasota, FL

Japanese mixed metal platter finely executed to show night fishing with cormorants.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Vintage Japanese Ship's Navigation Stern Light by Nippon Sento Co, Ltd
Vintage Japanese Ship's Navigation Stern Light by Nippon Sento Co, Ltd

Vintage Japanese Ship's Navigation Stern Light by Nippon Sento Co, Ltd

By Nippon Sento Company Ltd

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese metal ship's navigation stern light from the mid 20th century, made by Nippon Sento Co, ltd, with oxidized patina.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival Jet Festoon Brooch
Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival Jet Festoon Brooch

Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival Jet Festoon Brooch

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

Miriam Haskell's Victorian revival festoon brooch jet and black pate de verre petal beads set on japanned metal. 1950's USA. Lenght: 2.75" x 1.25"

Category

Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Japanese Bronze Vase with Tree Bark Texture, Signed, 20th Century
Japanese Bronze Vase with Tree Bark Texture, Signed, 20th Century

Japanese Bronze Vase with Tree Bark Texture, Signed, 20th Century

Located in Fukuoka, JP

It bears the artist’s signature on the base, testifying to its handcrafted origin by a Japanese metal artist. A remarkable decorative object or collector’s piece that bridges sculpt...

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Edo Jizai Okimono Articulated Metal Rock Lobster by Hiroyoshi, c. 1850
Japanese Edo Jizai Okimono Articulated Metal Rock Lobster by Hiroyoshi, c. 1850

Japanese Edo Jizai Okimono Articulated Metal Rock Lobster by Hiroyoshi, c. 1850

Located in New York, NY

Today, these works are recognized among the finest accomplishments of Japanese metal artistry and are highly prized by museums and advanced collectors.

Category

Antique 1850s Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival Jet Crescent Brooch
Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival Jet Crescent Brooch

Miriam Haskell Victorian Revival Jet Crescent Brooch

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

Miriam Haskell Victorian revival brooch with jet and black pate de verre petal beads set on japanned metal. 1950's USA. Excellent condition. 1.75" x 1 15/16"

Category

Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Roger Jean Pierre Crystal Leaf Dew Drop Brooch
Roger Jean Pierre Crystal Leaf Dew Drop Brooch

Roger Jean Pierre Crystal Leaf Dew Drop Brooch

By Roger Jean-Pierre

Located in New York, NY

Charming Roger Jean Pierre Crystal Leaf Brooch of blackened Japaned metal, set with vari sized round crystals and crystal baquettes with a large focal dew drop round crystal.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Base Metal, Brass, Gilt Metal

Schreiner Jet Crystal Round Brooch
Schreiner Jet Crystal Round Brooch

Schreiner Jet Crystal Round Brooch

By Schreiner of New York

Located in New York, NY

Schreiner Jet Crystal Round Brooch with elaborate construction and stone cuts of ovals, pears, marquises and rounds on a 3D base. Japanned metal finish. Pendant hook on back as well.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Anklets

Materials

Gilt Metal

Set of Three Awa Odori Ceramic Dancing Figures
Set of Three Awa Odori Ceramic Dancing Figures

Set of Three Awa Odori Ceramic Dancing Figures

Located in Hanover, MA

I believe these figures are based on a design by Japanese metal artist Takahashi Keiten for the 1939 World's Fair representing the traditional Awa Odori festival dancers.

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Brutalist Porcelain

Materials

Ceramic

Miriam Haskell Ruby andJet  Earrings
Miriam Haskell Ruby andJet  Earrings

Miriam Haskell Ruby andJet Earrings

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

Miriam Haskell log dangle earrings of japaned metal,and long jet bugle beads , terminating in ruby pate de verre glass beads,circa 1970 3.50"

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dangle Earrings

Miriam Haskell Multi Strand Jet Petal Bracelet
Miriam Haskell Multi Strand Jet Petal Bracelet

Miriam Haskell Multi Strand Jet Petal Bracelet

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

Signature clasp and filigree caps of black japanned metal, Signed: Miriam Haskell. Excellent Condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Other, Gilt Metal

Schreiner Crystal and Hematite Earclips
Schreiner Crystal and Hematite Earclips

Schreiner Crystal and Hematite Earclips

By Schreiner Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Stones are set into japanned metal which provides a striking contrast.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Schreiner Tremblant Turtle Brooch
Schreiner Tremblant Turtle Brooch

Schreiner Tremblant Turtle Brooch

By Schreiner Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

The arms, legs and head are all set in springs to tremble with wearer. Set in japanned metal. 1950's USA. Excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Victorian Jet Dog Collar
Victorian Jet Dog Collar

Victorian Jet Dog Collar

Located in New York, NY

Squares of faceted jet stones are bolted onto a japanned metal fretwork which is completely flexible.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Austrian Crystal Aurora Garland Style Bib
Austrian Crystal Aurora Garland Style Bib

Austrian Crystal Aurora Garland Style Bib

Located in New York, NY

Hand set vari color stones in blues, smoke, lilac and Aurora are used throughout in this dimensional floral bib set on japanned metal with faux pearls, very Dior in inspiration.

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Artisan Link Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Metal Book Stand from Japan
Metal Book Stand from Japan

Metal Book Stand from Japan

Located in Sagaponack, NY

Chrome wire and painted metal book stand with accompanying book "Pictorial Chinese-Japanese Characters".

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Miriam Haskell  Modernist Ruby and Jet Long Earrings
Miriam Haskell  Modernist Ruby and Jet Long Earrings

Miriam Haskell Modernist Ruby and Jet Long Earrings

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

Miriam Haskell modernist long dangle earrings of japanned metal with long jet bugle beads terminating in single ruby faceted pate de verre glass bead, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Drop Earrings

Materials

Brass

Unique Signed Japanese Bronze Vase by Hara Masaki – Showa Period
Unique Signed Japanese Bronze Vase by Hara Masaki – Showa Period

Unique Signed Japanese Bronze Vase by Hara Masaki – Showa Period

Located in Fukuoka, JP

• Includes: Original signed wooden storage box (tomobako) A distinguished work by a noted Japanese metal artist — ideal for collectors of modern Japanese bronzes

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vases

Materials

Bronze

MWLC Surrealist Pink Poppy Earrings
MWLC Surrealist Pink Poppy Earrings

MWLC Surrealist Pink Poppy Earrings

By Mark Walsh Leslie Chin

Located in New York, NY

Conch pink pate de verre with blue pupils and japanned metal finish. Large, highly dimensional with clip back fittings.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Japanese Daruma Obejct with Metal 2000s
Japanese Daruma Obejct with Metal 2000s

Japanese Daruma Obejct with Metal 2000s

Located in Paris, FR

This is a metal object of Daruma which was made in Japan around 2000s in Heisei era.

Category

Early 2000s Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in New York, NY

Of fuschia and bright pink crystal rhinestones set in blackened antiqued silver and japanned metal. Long silk tassels hand sewn with minute jet beads.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Silver Plate

Antique 19th Century Japanese Hair Ornament Hairpin Gilt Metal Cast Metal
Antique 19th Century Japanese Hair Ornament Hairpin Gilt Metal Cast Metal

Antique 19th Century Japanese Hair Ornament Hairpin Gilt Metal Cast Metal

Located in Munich, Bavaria

The visible part of the hair ornament is designed as an elaborate Japanese coiffure of swept up hair secured with unvisible hairpins. the ornament is cast out of metal, the top part ...

Category

Antique 1880s Japanese Vanity Items

Materials

Gilt Metal

Fine Japanese Mixed Metal Vase
Fine Japanese Mixed Metal Vase

Fine Japanese Mixed Metal Vase

Located in Essex, MA

A finely crafted piece with a copper vase decorated with a heron , various lotus stages and frog. Finely crafted. Signed on base by the maker.

Category

Antique 1880s Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Gold, Silver, Copper

House of Schiaparelli Double iridized Leaf and Ruby Earclips
House of Schiaparelli Double iridized Leaf and Ruby Earclips

House of Schiaparelli Double iridized Leaf and Ruby Earclips

By Schiaparelli

Located in New York, NY

Schiaparelli's seal of approval is seen throughout these beautiful objet d'art Schiaparelli's iridized double leaf earclips are set in japanned metal, with vari cut ruby stones an...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Antique Japanese Tansu Cabinet, Wood and Metal
Antique Japanese Tansu Cabinet, Wood and Metal

Antique Japanese Tansu Cabinet, Wood and Metal

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A traditional Japanese tansu from the early 1900s, crafted in a warm-toned wood and accented with original antique metal hardware.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Berlin Iron

Rodarte "Earthworks" Runway Cuff
Rodarte "Earthworks" Runway Cuff

Rodarte "Earthworks" Runway Cuff

Located in New York, NY

A large Hematite in matrix is used in its entirety as a stone and set in antique japanned metal with a verdigris patinae. Made in the Parisian studios of MWLC.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Hematite, Bronze

Japanese Kyoto Damascene Tiger Cigarette/Card Mixed Metal Case Amita Japan
Japanese Kyoto Damascene Tiger Cigarette/Card Mixed Metal Case Amita Japan

Japanese Kyoto Damascene Tiger Cigarette/Card Mixed Metal Case Amita Japan

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is a fine quality Japanese damascene case made by and signed Amita which was in business in Kyoto Japan from the 1930's to the 1970's.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass, Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Enamel on Metal Vase
Antique Meiji Japanese Enamel on Metal Vase

Antique Meiji Japanese Enamel on Metal Vase

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Rare. Condition Overall condition B; There is 1 crack on the body. Size; 245mm wide Period Meiji Periode (1867-1912).

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Chinese Coins
Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Chinese Coins

Antique Metal Japanese Tsuba Tosogu with Chinese Coins

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nicely made Tsuba. The piece is unmarked. Dating to the Edo period Provenance: Collected in the 1920's. Thence by decent A Tsuba is a Japanese sword mountings are the various housi...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Cuff Bracelet
Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Cuff Bracelet

Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Cuff Bracelet

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Of vari cut fuschia and faux amythest glass stones with center focal oval cabochon of faux lapis pate de verre. Set in black japaned metal. Handmade by Maison Goossens for YSL.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Other

Japanese, Copper, Lacquered Metal, Brass, Maruni Vase Table Lamps, Japan, 1960s
Japanese, Copper, Lacquered Metal, Brass, Maruni Vase Table Lamps, Japan, 1960s

Japanese, Copper, Lacquered Metal, Brass, Maruni Vase Table Lamps, Japan, 1960s

Located in Stamford, CT

Japanese, Copper, Lacquered Metal, Brass, Maruni Vase Table Lamps, Japan, 1960s Pair of lacquered deep red table lamps designed and produced in Japan in the middle of the 20th centu...

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

South Eastern Japanese Mixed-Metal Helmet, Ca. 18th Century
South Eastern Japanese Mixed-Metal Helmet, Ca. 18th Century

South Eastern Japanese Mixed-Metal Helmet, Ca. 18th Century

Located in New York, NY

South Eastern Japanese Mixed-Metal Helmet, Ca. 18th Century DIMENSIONS Height: 10.5 inches Width: 7.5 inches Depth: 6 inches

Category

Antique 1770s Japanese Japonisme Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Japanese Traditional Doll Gosho Ningyo with Metal 2000s
Japanese Traditional Doll Gosho Ningyo with Metal 2000s

Japanese Traditional Doll Gosho Ningyo with Metal 2000s

Located in Paris, FR

This is a doll called Gosho Ningyo in Japan. It was made in Japan around 2000s. It is made with metal and it is all hand painted and hand crafted. ____ Gosho Ningyō are traditional ...

Category

Early 2000s Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

F23 Japanese Antiques Metal Iron lantern parts
F23 Japanese Antiques Metal Iron lantern parts

F23 Japanese Antiques Metal Iron lantern parts

Located in Niiza, JP

Size: Depth *40cm Width *40cm Height *20cm 7kg Estimated packing size: 48 × 48 × 28cm 16kg This appears to be a part from the base of an iron lantern. The rusted and decaying iro...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Marquise set Triangle Pendant
Marquise set Triangle Pendant

Marquise set Triangle Pendant

Located in New York, NY

The chain is made of amythest stones set in a flexible link of japanned metal. Edges are paveed in clear rhinestones as well.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Drop Necklaces

Japanese Figural Kangaroo Tabletop Lighter, Cast Metal, circa 1960
Japanese Figural Kangaroo Tabletop Lighter, Cast Metal, circa 1960

Japanese Figural Kangaroo Tabletop Lighter, Cast Metal, circa 1960

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Japanese Figural Kangaroo Tabletop Lighter, Cast Metal, circa 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Antique 19th Century Japanese Mixed Metal Ikebana Tripod Vase
Antique 19th Century Japanese Mixed Metal Ikebana Tripod Vase

Antique 19th Century Japanese Mixed Metal Ikebana Tripod Vase

Located in Norton, MA

19TH C. JAPANESE MIXED METAL TRIPOD VASE Two-Part Meiji Period Bronze Usubana/Ikebana vase, with removable disc form top, two loop handles and applied tripod legs, the front decorate...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Metal

Japanese Meiji Period Antique Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Vase
Japanese Meiji Period Antique Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Vase

Japanese Meiji Period Antique Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Vase

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Japanese Meiji period Arts & Crafts sterling silver on bronze vase In the manner of Heintz Art Metal Shop Japan, Circa 1900 Measures: 2.5"W x 2.5"D x 6"H.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Gucci Navigator Sunglasses, Black & Gold Metal Frame, Japan
Gucci Navigator Sunglasses, Black & Gold Metal Frame, Japan

Gucci Navigator Sunglasses, Black & Gold Metal Frame, Japan

By Gucci

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Gucci GG0200S Navigator Sunglasses, Black & Gold Metal Frame, Japan A refined pair of designer sunglasses by Gucci, model GG0200S, featuring a sleek navigator silhouette with a m...

Category

Early 2000s Japanese Sunglasses

Antique Japanese Mixed Metals Converted Menuki Mizuoke Bucket Form Cufflinks
Antique Japanese Mixed Metals Converted Menuki Mizuoke Bucket Form Cufflinks

Antique Japanese Mixed Metals Converted Menuki Mizuoke Bucket Form Cufflinks

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine pair of antique Japanese cufflinks converted from menuki. In shakudo or copper with silver accents and mounted on a silver back. Each in the form of a traditional Japanese w...

Category

20th Century Japanese Cufflinks

Materials

Silver, Mixed Metal

Japanese Old Copper Elephant Figurine 1940s-1960s / Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Japanese Old Copper Elephant Figurine 1940s-1960s / Sculpture Wabi Sabi

Japanese Old Copper Elephant Figurine 1940s-1960s / Sculpture Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese copper elephant figurine. It was crafted in the mid-Showa period (1940s–1960s), a time when Japan’s metal-casting techniques had reached an exceptional level ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Copper

Group of Fourteen Japanese Meiji Period Gilt Metal Plaques
Group of Fourteen Japanese Meiji Period Gilt Metal Plaques

Group of Fourteen Japanese Meiji Period Gilt Metal Plaques

Located in London, GB

Group of fourteen Japanese Meiji period gilt metal plaques Japanese, Late 19th Century Height 2cm, width 2cm These beautiful Japanese Meiji period plaques are crafted from an alloy ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal

House of Schiaparelli Multicolor and Iridized VariStone Earclips
House of Schiaparelli Multicolor and Iridized VariStone Earclips

House of Schiaparelli Multicolor and Iridized VariStone Earclips

By Schiaparelli

Located in New York, NY

Schiaparelli's multi stone faceted earclips, are a mix of transparent and iridized vari cuts, set in japanned metal, with clip back fittings. 1.25"

Category

Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

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1990s BRUTALIST Christian LACROIX Japanned Metal Heart Pin brooch
1990s BRUTALIST Christian LACROIX Japanned Metal Heart Pin brooch

1990s BRUTALIST Christian LACROIX Japanned Metal Heart Pin brooch

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This extraordinary Brutalist Heart pin brooch by Christian Lacroix once again illustrates the designer's love of the figural heart as an iconic image within his design oeuvre, This b...

Category

1990s French Brooches

19th Century Black Patinated Japanese Metal Vase
19th Century Black Patinated Japanese Metal Vase

19th Century Black Patinated Japanese Metal Vase

Located in Paris, FR

Black patinated metal vase Japan End 19th century Tall patinated metal Japanese vase with two handles and a large collar.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Pair of Graceful Japanese Metal and Enamel Vases
Pair of Graceful Japanese Metal and Enamel Vases

Pair of Graceful Japanese Metal and Enamel Vases

Located in New York, NY

A tall pair of Japanese bottle shaped vases. They are very graceful, with flowers, butterflies, and intricate geometric patterns, in enamel on metal.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Red Japanned Metal Tea Chest Mid 19thc
Red Japanned Metal Tea Chest Mid 19thc

Red Japanned Metal Tea Chest Mid 19thc

Unavailable

H 5.63 in W 11.38 in D 6.25 in

Red Japanned Metal Tea Chest Mid 19thc

Located in Houston, TX

Mid 19th century red tole tea caddy Chinoisserie decoration with a pair of canisters, glass bowl of same date but not original to caddy. some old retouching on the paint.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Boxes

Materials

Metal

19th Century, Japanese Metal Box and Cover, Meiji Period
19th Century, Japanese Metal Box and Cover, Meiji Period

19th Century, Japanese Metal Box and Cover, Meiji Period

Located in London, GB

A white-metal and enamel kogo of circular form, decorated in kebori on the base and with a sukashi design of dragonflies and flowers on the cover, the base with two kanji, Shoumin, a...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Other Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Japanese Metal Vase: Fire and Water by OZAWA Komin

Japanese Metal Vase: Fire and Water by OZAWA Komin

Located in New York, NY

This metal artist from Takaoka City, holds the honor of being Toyama Prefecture’s sole “Living National Treasure of Japan.”

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Japanese Metal Art: Fukiwake Leaf-Shape Tray by HANNYA Tamotsu

Japanese Metal Art: Fukiwake Leaf-Shape Tray by HANNYA Tamotsu

Located in New York, NY

This celebrated metal master, was born in 1941 in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture. Hannya is a 16th generation metal worker who creates art in the fukiwake casting technique, in whic...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Metal

A Japanese Red Patinated Bronze Bottle Vase
A Japanese Red Patinated Bronze Bottle Vase

A Japanese Red Patinated Bronze Bottle Vase

Unavailable

H 12 in W 3.5 in D 3 in

A Japanese Red Patinated Bronze Bottle Vase

Located in New York, NY

A great example of Japanese metal artistry; a simple bottle form transformed by a innovative neck opening, and an amazingly rich patina.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Modern Vases

Nakajima "Toyoji" Yasumi, Japanese Art Deco Patinate Bronze Vase
Nakajima "Toyoji" Yasumi, Japanese Art Deco Patinate Bronze Vase

Nakajima "Toyoji" Yasumi, Japanese Art Deco Patinate Bronze Vase

By Nakajima Yasumi

Located in New York, NY

This Japanese Bronze Vase is the sophisticated work of one of the great masters of Japanese metal arts.

Category

Vintage 1920s Japanese Art Deco Vases

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Space Age Chrome & Black Enamel 2 Piece Flying Saucer Smoker's Set
Japanese Space Age Chrome & Black Enamel 2 Piece Flying Saucer Smoker's Set

Japanese Space Age Chrome & Black Enamel 2 Piece Flying Saucer Smoker's Set

By Prince Japan

Located in Port Hope, ON

This stylish Japanese Space Age 2 piece "flying saucer" smoker's set is comprised of an ashtray and wheel and flint table lighter and looks to be manufactured for export by Prince. T...

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Space Age Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Japanese Gilt Metal Finial
Japanese Gilt Metal Finial

Japanese Gilt Metal Finial

Unavailable

H 18 in W 10 in

Japanese Gilt Metal Finial

Located in Seattle, WA

An unusual Japanese gilt bronze Shinto votive ornament. This sword-like object would have been donated by a parishioner to a shrine as a votive offering. The form is thought to attra...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

CHRISTIAN LACROIX 'Sea Creature' Brooch 1990s

CHRISTIAN LACROIX 'Sea Creature' Brooch 1990s

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine vintage Christian Lacroix/Swarovski crystal 'sea creature' brooch. Signed Japanned metal item with crystals. Outstanding design & execution with original pin back intact.

Category

1990s French Brooches

Kenneth Jay Lane Rhinestone Clamper Leaf Bracelet
Kenneth Jay Lane Rhinestone Clamper Leaf Bracelet

Kenneth Jay Lane Rhinestone Clamper Leaf Bracelet

By Kenneth Jay Lane

Located in New York, NY

This is a lovely Kenneth Lane leaf clamper bracelet that has beautiful clear rhinestones on it. It is made of a japanned metal and measures 8” x 2”. It is signed “Kenneth Lane” and i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Clamper Bracelets

Vintage Signed Long 1980s Orange Open Link Necklace
Vintage Signed Long 1980s Orange Open Link Necklace

Vintage Signed Long 1980s Orange Open Link Necklace

Located in New York, NY

It has a lobster clasp with an additional 3-1/2” extension in a Japanned metal finish. It is in excellent condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Japanese mixed metal dish with samurai decor, Japan Meiji era
Japanese mixed metal dish with samurai decor, Japan Meiji era

Japanese mixed metal dish with samurai decor, Japan Meiji era

Located in Saverne, Grand Est

Mixed metal dish decorated with a samurai and two dragons among peonies on a background of stylized clouds.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Vintage Rare Hattie Carnegie Black & Rhinestone Collar Necklace
Vintage Rare Hattie Carnegie Black & Rhinestone Collar Necklace

Vintage Rare Hattie Carnegie Black & Rhinestone Collar Necklace

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in New York, NY

It measures 16” long x 1-1/2” wide in a Japanned metal finish. It is signed “Hattie Carnegie” and is in excellent condition.

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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces

Large Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Vase
Large Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Vase

Large Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Vase

Unavailable

H 13.98 in Dm 7.09 in

Large Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Vase

Located in Christchurch, GB

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large scale exceptional quality late Meiji Period 1868-1912, early Taisho period 1912-1926, pure silver...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Silver

Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases – Katsuyoshi School
Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases – Katsuyoshi School

Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases – Katsuyoshi School

Unavailable

H 5.625 in W 2.125 in D 2 in

Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases – Katsuyoshi School

Located in Christchurch, GB

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most unusual pair of vases from the Meiji period 1868-1912 , circa 1890 , the hardwood vases are suppor...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Gold, Silver

Japanese Bronze and Mixed Metal Table Screen – Nogawa
Japanese Bronze and Mixed Metal Table Screen – Nogawa

Japanese Bronze and Mixed Metal Table Screen – Nogawa

Unavailable

H 5.125 in W 9.25 in D 0.5 in

Japanese Bronze and Mixed Metal Table Screen – Nogawa

Located in Christchurch, GB

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most unusual Meiji Period (1868-1912) miniature mixed metal table screen by the highly regarded Nogawa ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Oscar De La Renta Vintage Black Enamel Branch Necklace
Oscar De La Renta Vintage Black Enamel Branch Necklace

Oscar De La Renta Vintage Black Enamel Branch Necklace

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in New York, NY

It has a lobster clasp and measures 16” x 3-1/4” at the widest part. It has a Japanned metal finish and is signed “Oscar De La Renta” “Made In The USA”.

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21st Century and Contemporary American More Necklaces

Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Koro, Artist Signed
Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Koro, Artist Signed

Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Koro, Artist Signed

Located in Christchurch, GB

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this super quality Meiji Period 1868-1912, pure silver and mixed metal koro or incense burner, the heavy sil...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Silver

Japanese Pure Silver and Mixed Metal Cranes Okimono
Japanese Pure Silver and Mixed Metal Cranes Okimono

Japanese Pure Silver and Mixed Metal Cranes Okimono

Unavailable

H 11.13 in W 9 in D 7.5 in

Japanese Pure Silver and Mixed Metal Cranes Okimono

Located in Christchurch, GB

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most charming Meiji Period 1868-1912, pure silver and mixed metal sculptural okimono depicting a pair o...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Silver

Oscar de la Renta Black Teardrop Rhinestone Bib Necklace
Oscar de la Renta Black Teardrop Rhinestone Bib Necklace

Oscar de la Renta Black Teardrop Rhinestone Bib Necklace

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in New York, NY

The necklace measures 20” with a lobster clasp in a Japanned metal finish. The teardrops hang down 3”.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces

Exceptional Japanese Iron and Mixed Metal Lidded Box
Exceptional Japanese Iron and Mixed Metal Lidded Box

Exceptional Japanese Iron and Mixed Metal Lidded Box

Unavailable

H 2.125 in W 5 in D 2.875 in

Exceptional Japanese Iron and Mixed Metal Lidded Box

Located in Christchurch, GB

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this captivating Meiji Period 1868-1912, iron and mixed metal study of a turtle being ridden by a young boy,...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Silver, Iron

Fine Quality Japanese Mixed Metal Box Attr-Kajima Ikkoku
Fine Quality Japanese Mixed Metal Box Attr-Kajima Ikkoku

Fine Quality Japanese Mixed Metal Box Attr-Kajima Ikkoku

Unavailable

H 2.13 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

Fine Quality Japanese Mixed Metal Box Attr-Kajima Ikkoku

By Kajima Ikkoku II

Located in Christchurch, GB

A fascinating high quality piece of Japanese mixed metal that I feel confident to attribute to the workshops of Kajima Ikkoku II.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Oscar de la Renta Multicolor Geometric Runway Necklace, 1950s
Oscar de la Renta Multicolor Geometric Runway Necklace, 1950s

Oscar de la Renta Multicolor Geometric Runway Necklace, 1950s

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous Oscar de la Renta necklace is from the 50s and was one of his runway necklaces. It has a Japanned metal finish with a geometric design combining beautiful colorful rhi...

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Vintage 1950s American Choker Necklaces

Huge Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Bowl by Miyamoto Shoko
Huge Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Bowl by Miyamoto Shoko

Huge Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Bowl by Miyamoto Shoko

Unavailable

H 11.25 in W 22.75 in D 0.1 in

Huge Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Bowl by Miyamoto Shoko

Located in Christchurch, GB

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large and stylish Meiji Period 1868-1912, circa 1900 solid silver and mixed metal bowl by the renowned ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Silver

Rider on Horse Japanese Cast Metal Bronze Finish
Rider on Horse Japanese Cast Metal Bronze Finish

Rider on Horse Japanese Cast Metal Bronze Finish

Unavailable

H 3.5 in W 4.19 in D 1.25 in

Rider on Horse Japanese Cast Metal Bronze Finish

Located in Cookeville, TN

This is a nice miniature cast metal horse and rider with a bronze finish. It is marked on the underside, made in Japan.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

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