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Japanese Monk and Young Attendant: Antique Lithograph, 1880s
Japanese Monk and Young Attendant: Antique Lithograph, 1880s

Japanese Monk and Young Attendant: Antique Lithograph, 1880s

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Japanese Monk and Young Attendant: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This atmospheric lithograph from the 1880s presents a serene scene featuring a robed monk and his yo...

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Antique 1880s Prints

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Paper

Monk Head Bamboo and Glass Sculpture, Japan 19th Century, Edo Period
Monk Head Bamboo and Glass Sculpture, Japan 19th Century, Edo Period

Monk Head Bamboo and Glass Sculpture, Japan 19th Century, Edo Period

Located in PARIS, FR

Superb bamboo sculpture with glass eyes of a Japanese monk. Japan, 19th century, Edo period. In good condition.

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Antique Early 19th Century Edo Busts

Materials

Bamboo, Glass

Japanese Asian Oshie Pressed Textile Old Monk Framed Shadow Puppet Doll
Japanese Asian Oshie Pressed Textile Old Monk Framed Shadow Puppet Doll

Japanese Asian Oshie Pressed Textile Old Monk Framed Shadow Puppet Doll

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, handcrafted work of a Japanese monk/ old man doll shadow puppet who appears to be making an offering of some sort.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Linen, Acrylic, Wood

Japanese Buddhist Monk Signed Muryo-Doji Painting Praying Women and Calligraphy
Japanese Buddhist Monk Signed Muryo-Doji Painting Praying Women and Calligraphy

Japanese Buddhist Monk Signed Muryo-Doji Painting Praying Women and Calligraphy

Located in Studio City, CA

The work was created by Takagaki Kohei who is a Japanese monk. His work expresses forms of compassion taught by the Buddha.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paint, Paper

Japanese Fish Shape Meditation Drum (Gyoban), Edo Period
Japanese Fish Shape Meditation Drum (Gyoban), Edo Period

Japanese Fish Shape Meditation Drum (Gyoban), Edo Period

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Japanese Monk Meditation Fish Gong, Edo Period (Zen fish shaped drum, Gyoban) In the Zen Buddhist temples of Japan, suspended in front of the entrance to the refectory, you will not...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Seated Portrait of a Zen Master, c. 1800
Japanese Seated Portrait of a Zen Master, c. 1800

Japanese Seated Portrait of a Zen Master, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

Portraits and sculptures of famous religious teachers or monks were common in Zen Buddhist temples to honor the transmission of knowledge, which leads us to believe that this figure ...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Large Wooden Carved Buddha Sculpture by Enku, Edo Period, Japan, 17th Century
Large Wooden Carved Buddha Sculpture by Enku, Edo Period, Japan, 17th Century

Large Wooden Carved Buddha Sculpture by Enku, Edo Period, Japan, 17th Century

Located in Ukiah, CA

This impressive and unusually large wooden Buddha is almost certainly the work of Enku—the revered 17th Century Japanese monk, poet, and sculptor whose legacy is unmatched in the his...

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Antique 17th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Framed Japanese Silk Kesa Monk's Robe Edo Period
Antique Framed Japanese Silk Kesa Monk's Robe Edo Period

Antique Framed Japanese Silk Kesa Monk's Robe Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese Kesa (Monk's Vestment) made from thirteen columns of patchworks of brocades set within a border of the same material.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Textiles

Materials

Brocade, Silk

Antique Japanese Seated Ceramic Buddhist  Monk  Sculpture
Antique Japanese Seated Ceramic Buddhist  Monk  Sculpture

Antique Japanese Seated Ceramic Buddhist Monk Sculpture

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

1517 Antique hand made and painted Japanese Buddhist monk

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Vintage 1930s Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

B124 Old Japanese 6panels Byobu, folding Screen, Buddhist monk's calligraphy
B124 Old Japanese 6panels Byobu, folding Screen, Buddhist monk's calligraphy

B124 Old Japanese 6panels Byobu, folding Screen, Buddhist monk's calligraphy

Located in Niiza, JP

Material: Paper on wooden frame One piece: W550×H1560mm×D20mm, Unfolded size: W3340mm Folded size: W570×H1560×D110mm 11kg Packaging (sandwiched with 5-10mm plywood): 9cm x 63cm x 16...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Antique Japanese Silk Kesa Monk's Robe with Patchwork Meiji Era
Antique Japanese Silk Kesa Monk's Robe with Patchwork Meiji Era

Antique Japanese Silk Kesa Monk's Robe with Patchwork Meiji Era

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese Kesa (Monk's Vestment) with patchwork circa 19th century. consisting of thirteen columns with seven alternate stripes in an eye-catching patchwork.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

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Brocade, Silk

Utagawa Kuniyoshi Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Saigyo-Hoshi (The Monk Saigyo)
Utagawa Kuniyoshi Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Saigyo-Hoshi (The Monk Saigyo)

Utagawa Kuniyoshi Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Saigyo-Hoshi (The Monk Saigyo)

By Utagawa Kuniyoshi

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful image by renowned Japanese artist/printmaker Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861 ) titled "Saigyo-Hoshi (no. 86) 西行法師 (The Monk Saigyo) (The Monk Saigyo)" from his famous seri...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Prints

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Paper

Old or Antique Japanese Wooden Figurine of a Buddhist Monk
Old or Antique Japanese Wooden Figurine of a Buddhist Monk

Old or Antique Japanese Wooden Figurine of a Buddhist Monk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Japanese wooden figurine of a Buddhist monk. In the form of a seated Buddhist monk.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Magnificent Antique Japanese Woven Brocade Kesa Monk's Robe Meiji Period
Magnificent Antique Japanese Woven Brocade Kesa Monk's Robe Meiji Period

Magnificent Antique Japanese Woven Brocade Kesa Monk's Robe Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A stunning Japanese Kesa (Monk's Vestment) made from thirteen columns of patchworks of shimmering woven brocades with luxuriant golden threads.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

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Brocade, Silk

Japanese Antique Meiji Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase & Shimazu Crest Mark
Japanese Antique Meiji Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase & Shimazu Crest Mark

Japanese Antique Meiji Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase & Shimazu Crest Mark

By Satsuma

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful Japanese Satsuma pottery studio vase featuring multiple kesa-clad enlightened Buddhist monks on each side of the vase.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Earthenware, Pottery

Antique Japanese Okimono Kutani Red-Robed Bodhidharma Monk Daruma Figure Statue
Antique Japanese Okimono Kutani Red-Robed Bodhidharma Monk Daruma Figure Statue

Antique Japanese Okimono Kutani Red-Robed Bodhidharma Monk Daruma Figure Statue

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful Japanese Kutani ware ((九谷焼, Kutani-yaki)) ceramic porcelain pottery okimono statue/figurine of the legendary robed master monk Bodhidharma (Bodhidarma) the founder of Zen...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

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Porcelain, Pottery, Paint

Japanese Chinese Asian Large Wood Carved Buddhist Monk Priest Statue Sculpture
Japanese Chinese Asian Large Wood Carved Buddhist Monk Priest Statue Sculpture

Japanese Chinese Asian Large Wood Carved Buddhist Monk Priest Statue Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A rather wonderful and quite unique large, hand carved wood (likely cypress) antique standing portrait sculpture/statue of Japanese Zen Buddhist monk or master priest figure.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Lacquer

Japanese bronze sculpture depicting a tanuki in shingon buddhist monk clothes
Japanese bronze sculpture depicting a tanuki in shingon buddhist monk clothes

Japanese bronze sculpture depicting a tanuki in shingon buddhist monk clothes

Located in PARIS, FR

Japanese bronze of a tanuki. The tanuki is depicted here dressed as a Buddhist priest, wrapped in a cloak, holding a rosary in its right paw and lying on a bell. The tanuki (raccoon ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Edo Period Stone Dōsojin (Paired Monk Form), 17th–18th Century
Japanese Edo Period Stone Dōsojin (Paired Monk Form), 17th–18th Century

Japanese Edo Period Stone Dōsojin (Paired Monk Form), 17th–18th Century

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This piece represents a paired form of Dōsojin, yet rather than depicting a male and female couple, it belongs to an earlier and more archaic type known as “monk-form gasshō type” , ...

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Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Garden Ornaments

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Granite

JAPAN 1890 Meiji Carved Sculpture of a Dressed Monk With a Rake
JAPAN 1890 Meiji Carved Sculpture of a Dressed Monk With a Rake

JAPAN 1890 Meiji Carved Sculpture of a Dressed Monk With a Rake

Located in Miami, FL

A Japanese carved sculpture of a monk. An outstanding antique tall sculpture, created in Japan during the Meiji period, circa 1890.

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Composition

Japanese Buddhist Monk Priest 7 Column Silk Brocade Kesa Ceremonial Temple Robe
Japanese Buddhist Monk Priest 7 Column Silk Brocade Kesa Ceremonial Temple Robe

Japanese Buddhist Monk Priest 7 Column Silk Brocade Kesa Ceremonial Temple Robe

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, beautifully ornamented and somewhat rare fully intact Japanese Buddhist monk/ priest's Kesa ceremonial silk robe featuring various colorful birds in flight.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Textiles

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Textile, Brocade, Silk

Japanese Noh Mask Depicting Yoroboshi 'Blind Monk' Character Signed by Myori
Japanese Noh Mask Depicting Yoroboshi 'Blind Monk' Character Signed by Myori

Japanese Noh Mask Depicting Yoroboshi 'Blind Monk' Character Signed by Myori

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Japanese signed Noh Mask depicting Yoroboshi (Blind Monk) character Yoroboshi captures the complex emotions of intense grief and spiritual deliverance.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Edo Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Japanese Edo Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Japanese Edo Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace

Located in Studio City, CA

These rosary-type prayer bead necklaces were often used by Buddhist monks in temple rituals and worn by Samurai as amulets of protection.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

K27 Japanese Antiques A large hanging scroll, calligraphy monk Ink on paper
K27 Japanese Antiques A large hanging scroll, calligraphy monk Ink on paper

K27 Japanese Antiques A large hanging scroll, calligraphy monk Ink on paper

Located in Niiza, JP

It is read as "鉄杖筆" and it appears that there was a monk with the same name among the Obaku monks at Koya-ji Temple and Kudo-in Temple.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

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Fabric, Paper

Japanese Asian Chinese Four Panel Folding Byobu Sumi Ink Screen Buddhist Monk
Japanese Asian Chinese Four Panel Folding Byobu Sumi Ink Screen Buddhist Monk

Japanese Asian Chinese Four Panel Folding Byobu Sumi Ink Screen Buddhist Monk

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful four-panel Japanese (or perhaps Chinese) Byobu folding screen featuring an elderly Buddhist Zen monk and young novice boy crossing a lake/river/waterway by slow skiff boa...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens

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Paint, Paper

Framed Painting of Two Japanese Buddhist Monks with Lotus Flower and Wicker Box
Framed Painting of Two Japanese Buddhist Monks with Lotus Flower and Wicker Box

Framed Painting of Two Japanese Buddhist Monks with Lotus Flower and Wicker Box

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese framed painting from the 19th century depicting two walking Buddhist monks holding a lotus flower and a wicker box, in custom frame.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Paintings

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Fabric, Plexiglass, Wood

Monk of Kita Kamakura, Asia, Contemporary Japanese Photography, Limited Edition
Monk of Kita Kamakura, Asia, Contemporary Japanese Photography, Limited Edition

Monk of Kita Kamakura, Asia, Contemporary Japanese Photography, Limited Edition

Located in New york, NY

Monk of Kita Kamakura, 1950 by Shigeichi Nagano is a black and white photograph from an extensive documentary photography series of Japan that Nagano shot on assignment.

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1950s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Rag Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment, Digi...

Japanese Signed Showa Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Mask of Buddhist Monk Shunkan
Japanese Signed Showa Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Mask of Buddhist Monk Shunkan

Japanese Signed Showa Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Mask of Buddhist Monk Shunkan

Located in Studio City, CA

It is of the Noh theatre character Shunkan - a Buddhist monk from the play "Shunkan" a story about a Buddhist priest Shunkan (1143-1179) written in the Tale of the Heike.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Masks

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Wood

Satsuma Vase with Monks
Satsuma Vase with Monks

Satsuma Vase with Monks

Located in New Orleans, LA

This Japanese Satsuma vase epitomizes the pinnacle of Japanese earthenware craftsmanship.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

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Earthenware

Square Form Satsuma Vase with Monks
Square Form Satsuma Vase with Monks

Square Form Satsuma Vase with Monks

Located in New Orleans, LA

This extraordinary square form Satsuma vase with a circular top is adorned with Buddhist monks and signed on the underside “Great Japan, Satsuma, Hododa.”

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Silk Kesa Monk's Patched Robe Meiji Period
Antique Silk Kesa Monk's Patched Robe Meiji Period

Antique Silk Kesa Monk's Patched Robe Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

Kesa, known as "Jiasha" in Chinese and "Kasaya" in Sanskrit, is an out-layer garment worn by the ordained Buddhist monks. Bearing a basic rectangular form, it developed originally in...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

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Textile, Brocade

Antique Burmese Black Monk Offering Bowl Set
Antique Burmese Black Monk Offering Bowl Set

Antique Burmese Black Monk Offering Bowl Set

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Burmese Black Monk Offering Bowl Set Burmese black lacquered offering bowl is called a hsun kwet. it is unique to Burma and was used to present offerings of food at buddhis...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Anglo-Japanese Decorative Bowls

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Lacquer

Antique Brocade Kesa Monk's Patched Robe Edo Period
Antique Brocade Kesa Monk's Patched Robe Edo Period

Antique Brocade Kesa Monk's Patched Robe Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

Kesa, known as "Jiasha" in Chinese and "Kasaya" in Sanskrit, is an out layer garment worn by the ordained Buddhist monks. Bearing a basic rectangular form, it developed originally in...

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Textiles

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Textile, Brocade

Monks Series, # I, Cold wax, monoprints, oil stick on canvas, 2025.
Monks Series, # I, Cold wax, monoprints, oil stick on canvas, 2025.

Monks Series, # I, Cold wax, monoprints, oil stick on canvas, 2025.

By Majio

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

From temples and monasteries of Korea and Japan, these are monks I have known. The Hare Krishna monks still appear on the streets of Californian coastal towns, accepting only food.

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2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Tissue Paper, Monoprint

Monks Series, # II, Cold wax, monoprints, oil stick on canvas, 2024.
Monks Series, # II, Cold wax, monoprints, oil stick on canvas, 2024.

Monks Series, # II, Cold wax, monoprints, oil stick on canvas, 2024.

By Majio

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

From temples and monasteries of Korea and Japan, these are monks I have known. The Hare Krishna monks still appear on the streets of Californian coastal towns, accepting only food.

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2010s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Wax, Oil, Handmade Paper, Tissue Paper

Monks Series, # I, Cold wax, monoprints, oil stick on canvas, 2025.
Monks Series, # I, Cold wax, monoprints, oil stick on canvas, 2025.

Monks Series, # I, Cold wax, monoprints, oil stick on canvas, 2025.

By Majio

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

From temples and monasteries of Korea and Japan, these are monks I have known. The Hare Krishna monks still appear on the streets of Californian coastal towns, accepting only food.

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2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Wax, Oil, Acrylic, Handmade Paper, Tissue Paper

Large Antique Zen Japanese Ink Scroll After Sesson Shukei
Large Antique Zen Japanese Ink Scroll After Sesson Shukei

Large Antique Zen Japanese Ink Scroll After Sesson Shukei

Located in Atlanta, GA

The painting depicts the famously eccentric Buddhist monks Hanshan and Shide (known in Japan as Kanzan and Jittoku).

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Japonisme Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk, Paper

Antique Japanese Buddhist pagoda hanging scroll /Buddhist painting/Edo
Antique Japanese Buddhist pagoda hanging scroll /Buddhist painting/Edo

Antique Japanese Buddhist pagoda hanging scroll /Buddhist painting/Edo

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a slightly different Buddhist painting believed to have been created by a Japanese temple monk during the Edo period (late 17th to 19th century).

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings

Materials

Paper

Six Kobe Toys, Japanese, Meiji Period, circa 1895
Six Kobe Toys, Japanese, Meiji Period, circa 1895

Six Kobe Toys, Japanese, Meiji Period, circa 1895

By Kobe Toys

Located in Incline Village, NV

Five of the six have their original dice under the unscrewed hat; the "old man looking figure" never came with dice; known in Japanese legend as a monk named "Dharma". Dharma constan...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Folk Art Toys

Materials

Ebony

Japanese Monastery Robe Patchwork Kesa with inscription Edo Period
Japanese Monastery Robe Patchwork Kesa with inscription Edo Period

Japanese Monastery Robe Patchwork Kesa with inscription Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese Kesa (Monk's Vestment) made from fourteen columns of patchworks of blue brocades with sumptuous woven pattern.

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Textiles

Materials

Brocade, Silk

Japanese Painting Meiji / Taisho Period Scroll by Dokuzan Hashimoto Zen Buddhism
Japanese Painting Meiji / Taisho Period Scroll by Dokuzan Hashimoto Zen Buddhism

Japanese Painting Meiji / Taisho Period Scroll by Dokuzan Hashimoto Zen Buddhism

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

[Authentic work] ◆ Dokuzan Hashimoto (Dokuzan Hashimoto) ◆ Landscape of plum blossoms ◆ Double box ◆ Niigata Prefecture ◆ Hand-drawn ◆ Paper ◆ Hanging scroll ◆ Dokuzan Hashimoto (Do...

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Antique Early 1900s Taisho Paintings

Materials

Silk

Ikebana basket in bamboo and rattan wickerwork coated with a clear lacquer
Ikebana basket in bamboo and rattan wickerwork coated with a clear lacquer

Ikebana basket in bamboo and rattan wickerwork coated with a clear lacquer

Located in PARIS, FR

Imported from China as early as the 12th century by Japanese Buddhist monks—most notably the Zen monk Eisai (1141–1215)—the tea ceremony evolved between the Muromachi and Azuchi–Momo...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Ikebana basket in bamboo and rattan coated with a balck and red lacquer finish
Ikebana basket in bamboo and rattan coated with a balck and red lacquer finish

Ikebana basket in bamboo and rattan coated with a balck and red lacquer finish

Located in PARIS, FR

Imported from China as early as the 12th century by Japanese Buddhist monks—most notably the Zen monk Eisai (1141–1215)—the tea ceremony evolved between the Muromachi and Azuchi–Momo...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

1872 Portrait of the Head Priest of Daiji Temple – Commemorative Lithograph
1872 Portrait of the Head Priest of Daiji Temple – Commemorative Lithograph

1872 Portrait of the Head Priest of Daiji Temple – Commemorative Lithograph

Located in Langweer, NL

This is an antique Japanese lithograph depicting a Buddhist monk or a high-ranking religious figure, seated in traditional robes.

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Antique 1870s Prints

Materials

Paper

Hand-Casted Bronze Figure of Budai, China, Early 20th Century
Hand-Casted Bronze Figure of Budai, China, Early 20th Century

Hand-Casted Bronze Figure of Budai, China, Early 20th Century

Located in Grythyttan, SE

Known in China as Budai Heshang—the “Cloth Sack Monk”—and in Japan as Hotei, he was inspired by the 10th-century Chinese monk Qici, whose kindness and cheerfulness earned him venerat...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Sumi 02 Blue, Nesting Tables, Ringvide, Birch Wood, Scandinavian
Sumi 02 Blue, Nesting Tables, Ringvide, Birch Wood, Scandinavian

Sumi 02 Blue, Nesting Tables, Ringvide, Birch Wood, Scandinavian

By Lukas Dahlén

Located in Visby, SE

This process was used in 14th century Japan where Shinto monks used it to create beautiful, marbled patterns on paper.

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Birch, Oak

Sumi 02 Ocher, Nesting Tables, Ringvide, Birch Wood, Scandinavian
Sumi 02 Ocher, Nesting Tables, Ringvide, Birch Wood, Scandinavian

Sumi 02 Ocher, Nesting Tables, Ringvide, Birch Wood, Scandinavian

By Lukas Dahlén

Located in Visby, SE

This process was used in 14th century Japan where Shinto monks used it to create beautiful, marbled patterns on paper.

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Birch, Oak

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Japanese Pilgram's Coat
Japanese Pilgram's Coat

Japanese Pilgram's Coat

Unavailable

H 42 in W 48.5 in

Japanese Pilgram's Coat

Located in Seattle, WA

Kukai, also known posthumously as Kobo-Daishi (774–835), was a Japanese monk, scholar, poet, and artist, and founder of the Shingon or "True Word" school of Buddhism.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Religious Items

Materials

Cotton

Rare Japanese painting, Skeletons Studying, Shaku Kaiyin, Japan Meiji Period
Rare Japanese painting, Skeletons Studying, Shaku Kaiyin, Japan Meiji Period

Rare Japanese painting, Skeletons Studying, Shaku Kaiyin, Japan Meiji Period

Located in PARIS, FR

Liu Chao, also known as Shaku Kaiyin, was a Japanese monk from Tokoname active during the Meiji era.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Statue of a Tibetan Monk or Buddha Disciple in Japanese Olive Tree
Statue of a Tibetan Monk or Buddha Disciple in Japanese Olive Tree

Statue of a Tibetan Monk or Buddha Disciple in Japanese Olive Tree

Located in Paris, ile de france

Magnificent, massive midcentury sculpture of a Tibetan monk made of Japanese olive tree. The sculpture is very heavy and finely carved ,with a monkey and a dragon on the top . nearly...

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Olive

Yoshitoshi, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Monk, Prayer, Spirits, Waterfall
Yoshitoshi, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Monk, Prayer, Spirits, Waterfall

Yoshitoshi, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Monk, Prayer, Spirits, Waterfall

By Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Located in London, GB

Artist: Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839-1892) Title: Mongaku's Penitence Publisher: Matsui Eikichi Date: 1885 Size: Top: 25.7 x 36.5 Bottom: 25.7 x 37.4 cm Condition: Some soiling and mino...

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Late 19th Century Other Art Style Portrait Prints

Materials

Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

Shinto Monk Costume Set
Shinto Monk Costume Set

Shinto Monk Costume Set

Unavailable

H 34 in W 66 in D 0.02 in

Shinto Monk Costume Set

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Shinto Monk Costume Set Rinzu Silk Set of Shinto Monk Costume The Design is in the Weaving. The Jacket is lined in Silk. Burgundy Color is Very Rich. The Kimono type Jacket is li...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Textiles

Materials

Silk

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture
Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Unavailable

H 9.45 in W 4.73 in D 1.97 in

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Located in Milan, IT

For example, from the VI century A.D. buddhist monks reached Japan from Korea and gave new stimulus to local Craft which began to use lacquer to decorate buddhist statues.

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2010s Japanese Other Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture
Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Unavailable

H 10.24 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Located in Milan, IT

For example, from the VI century A.D. buddhist monks reached Japan from Korea and gave new stimulus to local Craft which began to use lacquer to decorate buddhist statues.

Category

2010s Japanese Other Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer, Hemp, Paper

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture
Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Unavailable

H 9.06 in W 8.67 in D 3.15 in

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Located in Milan, IT

For example, from the VI century A.D. Buddhist monks reached Japan from Korea and gave new stimulus to local Craft which began to use lacquer to decorate Buddhist statues.

Category

2010s Japanese Other Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer, Foam, Paper

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture
Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Unavailable

H 7.09 in W 3.55 in D 1.58 in

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Located in Milan, IT

For example, from the VI century A.D. Buddhist monks reached Japan from Korea and gave new stimulus to local Craft which began to use lacquer to decorate Buddhist statues.

Category

2010s Japanese Other Lacquer

Materials

Foam, Lacquer, Paper

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture
Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Unavailable

H 6.7 in W 7.49 in D 1.97 in

Contemporary Japanese Urushi Lacquer Sculpture

Located in Milan, IT

For example, from the VI century A.D. Buddhist monks reached Japan from Korea and gave new stimulus to local Craft which began to use lacquer to decorate Buddhist statues.

Category

2010s Japanese Other Lacquer

Materials

Foam, Lacquer, Paper

Contemporary Black Japanese Lacquer Sculpture
Contemporary Black Japanese Lacquer Sculpture

Contemporary Black Japanese Lacquer Sculpture

Unavailable

H 21.66 in W 9.85 in D 11.82 in

Contemporary Black Japanese Lacquer Sculpture

Located in Milan, IT

For example, from the VI century A.D. buddhist monks reached Japan from Korea and gave new stimulus to local Craft which began to use lacquer to decorate buddhist statues.

Category

2010s Japanese Minimalist Lacquer

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hemp, Bamboo, Lacquer

Japanese Red Lacquer Sculpture by Contemporary Artist (Medium)
Japanese Red Lacquer Sculpture by Contemporary Artist (Medium)

Japanese Red Lacquer Sculpture by Contemporary Artist (Medium)

Located in Milan, IT

For example, from the VI century A.D. buddhist monks reached Japan from Korea and gave new stimulus to local Craft which began to use lacquer to decorate buddhist statues.

Category

2010s Japanese Minimalist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Hemp, Polystyrene, Lacquer

Japanese Red Lacquer Sculpture by Contemporary Artist (Small)
Japanese Red Lacquer Sculpture by Contemporary Artist (Small)

Japanese Red Lacquer Sculpture by Contemporary Artist (Small)

Located in Milan, IT

For example, from the VI century A.D. buddhist monks reached Japan from Korea and gave new stimulus to local Craft which began to use lacquer to decorate buddhist statues.

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2010s Japanese Minimalist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Hemp, Polystyrene, Lacquer

Early 20th Century Enso Zen Circle by Zen Master Shuhan Genpo
Early 20th Century Enso Zen Circle by Zen Master Shuhan Genpo

Early 20th Century Enso Zen Circle by Zen Master Shuhan Genpo

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H 48.82 in W 15.75 in D 0.4 in

Early 20th Century Enso Zen Circle by Zen Master Shuhan Genpo

Located in Berlin, Berlin

Shuhan Genpo has been 468th head monk of Japan's most famous Zen temple Daitoku-ji in Kyoto.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk, Paper

Japanese Monks in a Landscape by Francis Neydhart (Austrian, 1860-1948)
Japanese Monks in a Landscape by Francis Neydhart (Austrian, 1860-1948)

Japanese Monks in a Landscape by Francis Neydhart (Austrian, 1860-1948)

By Francis Neydhart

Located in Dallas, TX

A realistic oil on canvas of two Japanese monks wearing robes in an outdoor ceremony by painter Francis Neydhart, (1860-1948).

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Edo Period Japanese Limestone Monk
Edo Period Japanese Limestone Monk

Edo Period Japanese Limestone Monk

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H 19.75 in W 13.75 in D 11 in

Edo Period Japanese Limestone Monk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Wonderful carved limestone, this Japanese monk exudes grace and serenity. Very old, from Edo period.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Meditation Bell
Meditation Bell

Meditation Bell

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H 13 in Dm 15 in

Meditation Bell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique Japanese monks' meditation bell and hammer. great patina.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Centerpieces

Antique Japanese Samurai Helmet Box, Tenbun Period, 1532-1555
Antique Japanese Samurai Helmet Box, Tenbun Period, 1532-1555

Antique Japanese Samurai Helmet Box, Tenbun Period, 1532-1555

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Samurai helmet box, attributed to a gift from Japanese monk Kennyo (Kosa) (1543-1592), the Abbot of Ishiyama Honganji temple in Osaka in the 16th century.

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Antique 16th Century Japanese Other Scholar's Objects

Materials

Iron

Japanese Huge Antique Bronze Bell Signed and Dated 1794, 18th Century
Japanese Huge Antique Bronze Bell Signed and Dated 1794, 18th Century

Japanese Huge Antique Bronze Bell Signed and Dated 1794, 18th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

Huge Japanese Bronze Bell Bonsho dated 1794 and prolifically inscribed with Monk's dedication and list of contributor's names in kanji, Edo period, 18th century.

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

JAPANESE LACQUERED WOOD FIGURE OF A SEATED MONK
JAPANESE LACQUERED WOOD FIGURE OF A SEATED MONK

JAPANESE LACQUERED WOOD FIGURE OF A SEATED MONK

Located in Stamford, CT

Japanese Edo period lacquered wood figure of a monk shown seated and holding a staff.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Brocade Kesa Monk's Robe Edo Period
Antique Japanese Brocade Kesa Monk's Robe Edo Period

Antique Japanese Brocade Kesa Monk's Robe Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese Kesa (Monk's Vestment) made from thirteen columns of patchworks of shimmering woven brocades.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Textiles

Materials

Brocade, Silk

Antique Japanese Brocade Kesa Monk's Robe Meiji Period
Antique Japanese Brocade Kesa Monk's Robe Meiji Period

Antique Japanese Brocade Kesa Monk's Robe Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A stunning Japanese Kesa (Monk's Vestment) made from thirteen columns of patchworks of shimmering woven brocades.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

Materials

Brocade, Silk

Wooden Buddhist Monk's Robe from the Japanese Kamakura or Muromachi Period
Wooden Buddhist Monk's Robe from the Japanese Kamakura or Muromachi Period

Wooden Buddhist Monk's Robe from the Japanese Kamakura or Muromachi Period

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Japanese Buddhist sculpture carved from cedar wood, dating from the Kamakura period (1185-1333) or Muromachi period (1333-1573).

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Cedar

Kitsune (Fox) Known As "Hakuzosu"  Dressed as a Monk, Japanese, Wood, Meiji
Kitsune (Fox) Known As "Hakuzosu"  Dressed as a Monk, Japanese, Wood, Meiji

Kitsune (Fox) Known As "Hakuzosu" Dressed as a Monk, Japanese, Wood, Meiji

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Kitsune (Fox), known as "Hakuzosu”, dressed as a monk, is a popular figure in Japanese folklore.

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Antique 1860s Japanese Meiji More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Carved Statue of Buddhist Monk, Edo Period, circa 18th Century
Antique Japanese Carved Statue of Buddhist Monk, Edo Period, circa 18th Century

Antique Japanese Carved Statue of Buddhist Monk, Edo Period, circa 18th Century

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Antique Japanese carved statue of a Buddhist monk, Edo period, circa 18th century.

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Antique Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Religious Items

Materials

Gold Leaf

Monk
Monk

Monk

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H 10.6 in W 8.7 in D 0.9 in

Monk

By Phaidon

Located in New York, NY

An evocative and personal chef monograph – and an ode to wood-fired cooking – from Japan's exciting emerging chef Monk is the story of Yoshihiro Imai's 14-seat, seasonally inspire...

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2010s Chinese Books

Materials

Paper

Japanese Red Lacquered Folding Meditation Armchair for Monks , golden
Japanese Red Lacquered Folding Meditation Armchair for Monks , golden

Japanese Red Lacquered Folding Meditation Armchair for Monks , golden

Located in Valladolid, ES

In short, Buddhism has marked many aspects of its society in Japan: culture, art, philosophy, and even its character.

Category

Vintage 1930s Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Japanese Carved Wood Seated Figure of a Monk, 16th-17th Century
Japanese Carved Wood Seated Figure of a Monk, 16th-17th Century

Japanese Carved Wood Seated Figure of a Monk, 16th-17th Century

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Early sculpture of a Holy man sitting with drum and holding clapper. Once dry Lacquered. Remnants of cloth overlay and polychrome decoration. Losses, wear and stains. On a later wood...

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Antique Early 17th Century Japanese Tibetan Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Monk of Kita Kamakura, Asia, Contemporary Japanese Photography, Limited Edition
Monk of Kita Kamakura, Asia, Contemporary Japanese Photography, Limited Edition

Monk of Kita Kamakura, Asia, Contemporary Japanese Photography, Limited Edition

Located in New york, NY

Monk of Kita Kamakura, 1950 by Shigeichi Nagano is a black and white photograph from an extensive documentary photography series of Japan that Nagano shot on assignment.

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1950s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Rag Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment, Digi...

Original Vintage Travel Poster Japan Ronin Samurai Komuso Zen Buddhism Monks
Original Vintage Travel Poster Japan Ronin Samurai Komuso Zen Buddhism Monks

Original Vintage Travel Poster Japan Ronin Samurai Komuso Zen Buddhism Monks

Located in London, GB

Original vintage travel advertising poster for Japan featuring a great image of a person wearing a traditional bamboo woven Sandogasa Ronin Samurai hat carrying a sword under his red...

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Vintage 1970s American Posters

Materials

Paper

Late 18th-Early 19th Century Grey Stone Monk Sculpture
Late 18th-Early 19th Century Grey Stone Monk Sculpture

Late 18th-Early 19th Century Grey Stone Monk Sculpture

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Japanese carved stone (possible Granite) sculpture of a monk from the late 18th to early 19th century.

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

LOUIS VUITTON Size 9 Black Damier Embossed Leather Monk Strap Loafers
LOUIS VUITTON Size 9 Black Damier Embossed Leather Monk Strap Loafers

LOUIS VUITTON Size 9 Black Damier Embossed Leather Monk Strap Loafers

By Louis Vuitton

Located in San Francisco, CA

These sporty LOUIS VUITTON dress shoes come in a smooth black leather and feature a pointed toe single monk strap with silver tone logo engraved buckle, checkered Damier embossed lea...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Chemises

Programme for the Thelonious Monk Quartet’s  from the Charlie Watts Collection
Programme for the Thelonious Monk Quartet’s  from the Charlie Watts Collection

Programme for the Thelonious Monk Quartet’s from the Charlie Watts Collection

Located in Long Island City, NY

Programme for the Thelonious Monk Quartet’s 1965 tour of Japan, from the Charlie Watts collection signed and inscribed by Thelonious Monk.

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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Photography

Materials

Paper

monk Light and Shadow on the Philosopher's Path
monk Light and Shadow on the Philosopher's Path

monk Light and Shadow on the Philosopher's Path

By Phaidon

Located in New York, NY

An evocative and personal chef monograph – and an ode to wood-fired cooking – from Japan's exciting emerging chef Monk is the story of Yoshihiro Imai's 14-seat, seasonally inspired ...

Category

2010s Chinese Books

Materials

Paper

Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantle Clock
Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantle Clock

Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantle Clock

Located in Danville, CA

Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantel Clock MOVEMENT: 8 day wind up mechanism FUNCTION: time with hourly striking SIZE: 27-3/4"H x 11-1/2"W OR...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantle Clock
Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantle Clock

Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantle Clock

Located in Danville, CA

Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantel Clock MOVEMENT: 8 day wind up mechanism FUNCTION: time with half hour and hour striking SIZE: 28"H x 12"W...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Chinese Carved Root Wood Fishing Monks on Lacquered Bases, 19th C
Pair of Chinese Carved Root Wood Fishing Monks on Lacquered Bases, 19th C

Pair of Chinese Carved Root Wood Fishing Monks on Lacquered Bases, 19th C

Located in North Miami, FL

This pair has been meticulously carved into root wood, 18th-19th century. The natural form of the wood carved as emerging spirit of the monks who have been fruitful in their fishing ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. The Genroku...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bamboo Ikebana Basket Signed Ikkyusai
Japanese Bamboo Ikebana Basket Signed Ikkyusai

Japanese Bamboo Ikebana Basket Signed Ikkyusai

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H 13.75 in Dm 6 in L 13.75 in

Japanese Bamboo Ikebana Basket Signed Ikkyusai

Located in Atlanta, GA

Ikkyu was a famous historical Japanese Zen Buddhist monk living in the 14th-15th century, but we couldn't identify this maker who may have named his studio after the monk.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Decorative Baskets

Materials

Bamboo

Framed 19th Century Japanese Silk Embroidered Kesa
Framed 19th Century Japanese Silk Embroidered Kesa

Framed 19th Century Japanese Silk Embroidered Kesa

Located in Chicago, IL

Traditionally worn by Japanese Buddhist priests and monks as robes, Kesa are the most important Buddhist garments and frequently handed down from priest to priest as symbols of relig...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Tapestries

Materials

Silk

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell Signed
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell Signed

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell Signed

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H 20 in Dm 11 in L 20 in

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell Signed

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. The Genroku...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Hand Cast Bronze Bell Rings Beautifully
Japanese Hand Cast Bronze Bell Rings Beautifully

Japanese Hand Cast Bronze Bell Rings Beautifully

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. Lifetime g...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Hand Cast "Petals" Temple Bell
Japanese Old Hand Cast "Petals" Temple Bell

Japanese Old Hand Cast "Petals" Temple Bell

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H 10 in Dm 4.75 in L 10 in

Japanese Old Hand Cast "Petals" Temple Bell

Located in South Burlington, VT

Dimensions: 10 inches tall to top of the handle loop and 4.75 inches diameter Tone: We will include a complimentary striker to enhance your immediate enjoyment. History of Japa...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell with Bold Sound
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell with Bold Sound

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell with Bold Sound

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. The Genroku...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell with Bold Sound
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell with Bold Sound

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell with Bold Sound

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H 19.5 in Dm 11 in L 19.5 in

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Bell with Bold Sound

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. The Genroku...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Serving Tray  Meiji After Namikawa Sosuke
Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Serving Tray  Meiji After Namikawa Sosuke

Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Serving Tray Meiji After Namikawa Sosuke

Located in Long Island City, NY

, c. 1420 – August 26, 1506), also known simply as Sesshu (??), was a Japanese Zen monk and painter who is considered a great master of Japanese ink painting.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Japanese Antique Cast Bronze Temple Bell with Prolific Signed Dedication
Japanese Antique Cast Bronze Temple Bell with Prolific Signed Dedication

Japanese Antique Cast Bronze Temple Bell with Prolific Signed Dedication

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. The Genroku...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Hand Cast Temple Bell Resonates Beautiful Serene Sound
Japanese Old Hand Cast Temple Bell Resonates Beautiful Serene Sound

Japanese Old Hand Cast Temple Bell Resonates Beautiful Serene Sound

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. We have be...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Fine Pair Older Dragon Bells Resonate Beautiful Serene Sounds
Japanese Fine Pair Older Dragon Bells Resonate Beautiful Serene Sounds

Japanese Fine Pair Older Dragon Bells Resonate Beautiful Serene Sounds

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. Lifetime g...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Fine Japan Antique Cast Bronze "Flying Angels" Fire Bell, 19th Century
Fine Japan Antique Cast Bronze "Flying Angels" Fire Bell, 19th Century

Fine Japan Antique Cast Bronze "Flying Angels" Fire Bell, 19th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. The Genroku...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Hand Cast Temple Bell & Striker, Old Kyoto Collection
Japanese Antique Hand Cast Temple Bell & Striker, Old Kyoto Collection

Japanese Antique Hand Cast Temple Bell & Striker, Old Kyoto Collection

Located in South Burlington, VT

We will include a complimentary striker to enhance your immediate enjoyment. History of Japan's temple bells: Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Iron

Old Japanese Bronze Kobo Daishi on Chair True Word School Buddhism
Old Japanese Bronze Kobo Daishi on Chair True Word School Buddhism

Old Japanese Bronze Kobo Daishi on Chair True Word School Buddhism

Located in South Burlington, VT

He was the Grand Master Who Propagated the Buddhist Teaching, 774–835, was a Japanese Buddhist monk, civil servant, scholar, poet, and artist who founded the Shingon or "True Word" s...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Big Antique Temple Bell with Stunning Patina, Cast Bronze, Bold Sound
Japanese Big Antique Temple Bell with Stunning Patina, Cast Bronze, Bold Sound

Japanese Big Antique Temple Bell with Stunning Patina, Cast Bronze, Bold Sound

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. The Genroku...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Japan Old Four Tigers Hand Cast Temple Bell, Mint, Signed and Boxed
Japan Old Four Tigers Hand Cast Temple Bell, Mint, Signed and Boxed

Japan Old Four Tigers Hand Cast Temple Bell, Mint, Signed and Boxed

Located in South Burlington, VT

Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer. Lifetime...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Golden Gilt Bronze Temple Fire Bell "Dragon and Kanji"
Japanese Antique Golden Gilt Bronze Temple Fire Bell "Dragon and Kanji"

Japanese Antique Golden Gilt Bronze Temple Fire Bell "Dragon and Kanji"

Located in South Burlington, VT

Tone: When gently struck it gives a pleasant ring. History of Japan's temple bells: Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Budd...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japan Fine 1903 "Spirit Mandala" Buddha Painting Scroll by Nichigi, Superb Art
Japan Fine 1903 "Spirit Mandala" Buddha Painting Scroll by Nichigi, Superb Art

Japan Fine 1903 "Spirit Mandala" Buddha Painting Scroll by Nichigi, Superb Art

Located in South Burlington, VT

From an important Japanese private Buddhist Collection & Over 100 Years Old Hanging Scroll Japanese Antique Buddhist Nichiren Mandala Gohonzon Buddhism The Japanese scroll was ha...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood, Paper

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Early 20th Century Japanese Nihonga Screen. Bamboo Forest.
Early 20th Century Japanese Nihonga Screen. Bamboo Forest.

Early 20th Century Japanese Nihonga Screen. Bamboo Forest.

Located in Kyoto, JP

Anonymous Bamboo Forest Early Taisho era. Circa 1910-1915. Six-panel Japanese Screen. Mineral pigment, gofun and ink on silk. A six-panel Japanese folding screen, painted on silk in...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

Indian India South East Asian Erotic Heavy Bronze Kama Sutra Figures Sculpture
Indian India South East Asian Erotic Heavy Bronze Kama Sutra Figures Sculpture

Indian India South East Asian Erotic Heavy Bronze Kama Sutra Figures Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, highly erotic, rather fascinating, and somewhat unique large pair of Indian (India) Kama Sutra bronze sculptural figures (The Kama Sutra is an ancient Indian Sanskrit te...

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20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Oshie Pressed Textile Samurai Framed Showa Shadow Puppet Doll
Japanese Oshie Pressed Textile Samurai Framed Showa Shadow Puppet Doll

Japanese Oshie Pressed Textile Samurai Framed Showa Shadow Puppet Doll

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, handcrafted work of a regal Japanese samurai/warrior doll shadow puppet. Oshie, which translates as pressed pictures, is a traditional Japanese art form that can be t...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Linen, Acrylic, Wood, Paper

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