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Japanese Nio

Large 18th Century Japanese Wooden Nio Guardian Figure
Large 18th Century Japanese Wooden Nio Guardian Figure

Large 18th Century Japanese Wooden Nio Guardian Figure

Located in New York, NY

Nio figures are typically displayed in pairs, with one figure having an open mouth (as seen here, known as Agyo in Japanese) and the other a closed mouth (Un in Japanese).

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of Japanese Cast Bronze Figures of Niō, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century
Pair of Japanese Cast Bronze Figures of Niō, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

Pair of Japanese Cast Bronze Figures of Niō, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A well cast pair of Japanese mixed metal okimono figures of Buddhist guardians, known as Nio or Dharmapala, protectors of Buddhist faith, Meiji Period, Japan.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Japanese kakejiku 掛け軸 (hanging scrolls) depicting Niô guardians 仁王
Pair of Japanese kakejiku 掛け軸 (hanging scrolls) depicting Niô guardians 仁王

Pair of Japanese kakejiku 掛け軸 (hanging scrolls) depicting Niô guardians 仁王

Located in Amsterdam, NL

They are considered manifestations of the dharmapala Vajrapani, the oldest and most potent deity in the Mahayana Buddhist pantheon. According to Japanese tradition, the Niô accompani...

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Antique Early 18th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Brocade, Silk, Paint

Monochrome Litho of Imposing Statues of Traditional Japanese Guardian Deities
Monochrome Litho of Imposing Statues of Traditional Japanese Guardian Deities

Monochrome Litho of Imposing Statues of Traditional Japanese Guardian Deities

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Statues of Guardian Deities – Plate VIII, Section VIII Description: This monochrome lithograph showcases two dynamic and imposing statues of traditional Japanese guardian dei...

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Antique 1880s Prints

Materials

Paper

Red Demon and Blue Demon with 48 Arhats
Red Demon and Blue Demon with 48 Arhats

Red Demon and Blue Demon with 48 Arhats

By Takashi Murakami

Located in Greenwich, CT

…these poses are reminiscent of the so-called Niō guardian figures often stationed at temple entranceways throughout Japan.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Offset

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Wooden Japanese 18th Century Nio Guardian Figure
Wooden Japanese 18th Century Nio Guardian Figure

Wooden Japanese 18th Century Nio Guardian Figure

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H 32 in W 18 in D 12 in

Wooden Japanese 18th Century Nio Guardian Figure

Located in New York, NY

A large and dramatic muscled Nio guardian figure. Nio figures were placed outside Buddhist temples as protectors against evil spirits and to keep the temple free of demons and thie...

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Polychrome Wood or Composition Nio Guardian Figure 19th C
Antique Japanese Polychrome Wood or Composition Nio Guardian Figure 19th C

Antique Japanese Polychrome Wood or Composition Nio Guardian Figure 19th C

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Japanese Nio guardian figure offers polychromed carved wood or composition construction and is seated on figural (possibly foo dog) base, 19th century Measures- 11.5'' ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Composition

"Small Stone" Keiji Nio, Contemporary Braided Textile Wall Sculpture
"Small Stone" Keiji Nio, Contemporary Braided Textile Wall Sculpture

"Small Stone" Keiji Nio, Contemporary Braided Textile Wall Sculpture

Located in Wilton, CT

This braided textile sculpture is by Japanese textile artist, Keiji Nio (1957). Nio describes her inspiration for "Small Stone": When I’m strolling through Kyoto, I encounter places ...

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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Polyester

Late Edo Nio Screen
Late Edo Nio Screen

Late Edo Nio Screen

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H 74.81 in W 66.93 in D 0.79 in

Late Edo Nio Screen

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Within the tradition of Buddhism, stories of dharmapalas justified the use of physical force to protect cherished values and beliefs. The Nio are often featured in Japanese art, and...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

A Boxwood Netsuke Depicting A Nio With A Giant Sandal
A Boxwood Netsuke Depicting A Nio With A Giant Sandal

A Boxwood Netsuke Depicting A Nio With A Giant Sandal

Located in Milano, IT

Boxwood netsuke depicting a Nio engaged in braiding the strings of a giant sandal. The Niō's expression is intense with sculpted muscles in tension and a determined face. Ringed Himo...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Boxwood

Interlacing-B, Braided Textile Wall Sculpture by Keiji Nio
Interlacing-B, Braided Textile Wall Sculpture by Keiji Nio

Interlacing-B, Braided Textile Wall Sculpture by Keiji Nio

Located in Wilton, CT

Keiji Nio is a Japan based artist who is known for impeccable tapestry and textile works.

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Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Nylon, Wood

Edo Period Japanese Kyogen Mask of a Nio Guardian
Edo Period Japanese Kyogen Mask of a Nio Guardian

Edo Period Japanese Kyogen Mask of a Nio Guardian

Located in Astoria, NY

A powerful and rare Japanese Edo Period Kyogen mask of a Nio Guardian King; ferocious native deities often associated with the Naga Dragon Kings, who converted to Buddhism and now ac...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Nio, Guardian of the Buddha Guatama, Polychrome Wood, Japanese, Meiji
Nio, Guardian of the Buddha Guatama, Polychrome Wood, Japanese, Meiji

Nio, Guardian of the Buddha Guatama, Polychrome Wood, Japanese, Meiji

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Nio, Guardian of the Buddha Guatama, polychrome wood, Japanese, Late Meiji One of the two ferocious and muscular guardians of the Buddha Guatama.

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Niō-dō Tosei Gusoku, Samurai Armor with a Stylized Torso Design
Niō-dō Tosei Gusoku, Samurai Armor with a Stylized Torso Design

Niō-dō Tosei Gusoku, Samurai Armor with a Stylized Torso Design

Located in Milano, IT

The front decoration (maedate) is a finely carved parcel giltwood head of a shikami, a demon of the Japanese tradition, finished with the same brown lacquer.

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Antique Early 18th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

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Lovely Edo Period Scroll Paintings Japan Artist Saeki Kishi Ganku Dragon Clouds
Lovely Edo Period Scroll Paintings Japan Artist Saeki Kishi Ganku Dragon Clouds

Lovely Edo Period Scroll Paintings Japan Artist Saeki Kishi Ganku Dragon Clouds

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Saeki Kishi Ganku "NoboriRyuzu" silk painting hanging scroll with box Size Axis ... vertical 163.5cm horizontal 43cm picture ... vertical 96cm horizontal 34cm ? differs slightly ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

Very Large Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Very Large Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Very Large Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Located in London, GB

This stunning Meiji period vase is a wonderful example of the quality of craftsmanship during the late 19th century Japanese Meiji period. The Meiji era was famed for being the perio...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Screen: Flow of Time in Gold
Japanese Screen: Flow of Time in Gold

Japanese Screen: Flow of Time in Gold

$5,040Sale Price|20% Off

H 47.64 in W 108.67 in D 1.19 in

Japanese Screen: Flow of Time in Gold

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Seasons Flowing in Gold is a masterful expression of depth and rhythm, painted with a subtle three-dimensional effect that brings the landscape to life. From the snow-laden willow a...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood, Paper

19th Century Japanese Shunga Hand-Scroll, Katsukawa School
19th Century Japanese Shunga Hand-Scroll, Katsukawa School

19th Century Japanese Shunga Hand-Scroll, Katsukawa School

Located in Kyoto, JP

Shunga Unknown artist Meiji era, circa 1880 Hand-scroll mounted with 12 paintings Ink, pigment and gofun on silk Dimensions: Each image measures H. 23.2 cm x W. 34...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

Japanese antique screen - EDO period - Willow over a stream
Japanese antique screen - EDO period - Willow over a stream

Japanese antique screen - EDO period - Willow over a stream

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Antique Japanese 6 panel screen from the early Edo period (C1650). One of a pair (both available). This magnificent golden screen shows an omnipotent or 'gods eye' view, down through...

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Antique 1650s Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Mid 19th Century Japanese Screen Pair. Flowers & Birds of the Four Seasons.
Mid 19th Century Japanese Screen Pair. Flowers & Birds of the Four Seasons.

Mid 19th Century Japanese Screen Pair. Flowers & Birds of the Four Seasons.

Located in Kyoto, JP

Shioka Sorin (1781-1850) Flowers & Birds of the Four Seasons Pair of six-panel Japanese Screens. Ink, gofun and pigments on silk. Dimensions (each screen): H. 91.5cm x W. 285cm (3...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

19th Century Japanese Paintings. Zenga Tiger and Dragon by Inoue Kanshu.
19th Century Japanese Paintings. Zenga Tiger and Dragon by Inoue Kanshu.

19th Century Japanese Paintings. Zenga Tiger and Dragon by Inoue Kanshu.

Located in Kyoto, JP

Inoue Kanshu (1807-1880) Zenga Tiger and Dragon 19th century Pair of framed Japanese paintings. Ink on silk. Dimensions (each): W. 114 cm x H. 115 cm (45” x 45”) Presented here ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

Japanese Two Panel Screen, Chrysanthemums
Japanese Two Panel Screen, Chrysanthemums

Japanese Two Panel Screen, Chrysanthemums

$40,250

H 22.5 in W 67.5 in D 0.75 in

Japanese Two Panel Screen, Chrysanthemums

Located in Hudson, NY

Beautiful white chrysanthemums are emphasized by heavy gold on a soft floral landscape, while gold clouds create a striking and dream-like floral scene. Gold leaf and gofun with min...

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Antique Early 18th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

17th Century Japanese Screen Pair by Soga Nichokuan, Hawks on Pine & Plum Trees
17th Century Japanese Screen Pair by Soga Nichokuan, Hawks on Pine & Plum Trees

17th Century Japanese Screen Pair by Soga Nichokuan, Hawks on Pine & Plum Trees

Located in Kyoto, JP

Hawks on plum and pine Soga Nichokuan (active circa 1625-1660) Pair of six-fold screens. Ink, mineral pigments, gofun, gold and speckled gold leaf on paper. Upper seal: H...

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Antique 1640s Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood, Paper

17th Century Japanese Screen Pair. Tiger & Dragon by Kaiho Yusetsu
17th Century Japanese Screen Pair. Tiger & Dragon by Kaiho Yusetsu

17th Century Japanese Screen Pair. Tiger & Dragon by Kaiho Yusetsu

Located in Kyoto, JP

Kaiho Yusetsu (1598-1677) Tiger and Dragon Early Edo Period, Circa 1650 A Pair of Six-fold Japanese Screens. Ink and slight color on paper. Dimensions: Each screen: H....

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Antique Mid-17th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk, Wood, Paper

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

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

Located in Austin, TX

A striking pair of Japanese gilt bronze komainu by the renowned Japanese sculptor, Ishikawa Komei (1852-1913), Meiji period, Japan. The pair well cast, and robustly modeled. They ar...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Era Bronze Elephant and Pagoda Incense Burners
Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Era Bronze Elephant and Pagoda Incense Burners

Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Era Bronze Elephant and Pagoda Incense Burners

Located in London, GB

Pair of antique Japanese Meiji era bronze elephant and pagoda incense burners Japanese, Late 19th Century Sculpture: Height 151cm, width 122cm, depth 43cm Base: Height 56cm, width 82...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Pine in Snow
Japanese Two Panel Screen: Pine in Snow

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Pine in Snow

$49,500

H 67.25 in W 73.25 in D 0.75 in

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Pine in Snow

Located in Hudson, NY

Kano School, Mineral pigments on gold leaf with silk brocade border and lacquer wood trim.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Antique Japanese Scroll Depicting a Nesting Crane, Taisho Period
Large Antique Japanese Scroll Depicting a Nesting Crane, Taisho Period

Large Antique Japanese Scroll Depicting a Nesting Crane, Taisho Period

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Large and exceptional Japanese hanging scroll with a realistically painted depiction of a nesting crane by Yoshifuji Yoshio, Taisho/Showa period, early 20th century. Materials: In...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper, Silk

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Winter Landscape Under Moonlight
Japanese Two Panel Screen: Winter Landscape Under Moonlight

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Winter Landscape Under Moonlight

Located in Hudson, NY

A full moon illuminating an ancient gnarled plum tree laden with snow covered blossoms. Mineral pigments on gold leaf with a silk brocade border and black lacquer trim with beautiful...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

Large 12 Panel Gilt Decorated Chinese Screen
Large 12 Panel Gilt Decorated Chinese Screen

Large 12 Panel Gilt Decorated Chinese Screen

$26,500

H 108 in W 240 in D 1 in

Large 12 Panel Gilt Decorated Chinese Screen

Located in Dallas, TX

Incredible 20th century Chinese Coromandel 12 panel screen, probably 1920. A timeless and classic touch for a fine interior.

Category

20th Century Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood

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