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Japanese Roof Tile

Pair of Large Japanese Ceramic Shi-Shi Dog Roof Tiles, Bizen Kiln, 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Pair of Large Japanese Ceramic Shi-Shi Dogs roof tiles, Bizen kiln, 20th c. Bizen kiln is one of
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20th Century Japanese Folk Art Ceramics

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Clay

" Shibori no Machi " Traditional Japanese Wood Block Print
Located in Weesp, NL
architecture features classic Japanese elements, such as tiled roofs and wooden facades with intricate
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1990s Japanese Modern Prints

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Paper

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Pair Roof Tile Lamps
Located in Essex, MA
Substantial pair of Japanese roof tiles converted to lamps. Tiles depict lohans riding roosters
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Early 20th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Pair Roof Tile Lamps
Pair Roof Tile Lamps
H 35.5 in W 15 in D 9 in
Roof Tile Japan Clay Black Meiji with Custom Stand
Located in Monterey, CA
Large roof tile with custom stand Material: Clay Origin: Japan Age: Late Meiji period, circa
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Mounted Objects

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Clay

Japanese Terracotta Roof Tile
Located in Chicago, IL
This salvaged architectural fragment features a decorative scrolling foliate motif and is mounted on a contemporary metal stand.
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20th Century Japanese Ceramics

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Terracotta

Japanese Terracotta Roof Tile
Japanese Terracotta Roof Tile
H 15 in W 16 in D 7 in
Masuo Ojima Large Scale Sculptural Post-Modern Ceramic Vase, circa 1990s
By Masuo Ojima
Located in Cathedral City, CA
cabinet maker and his grandfather was a traditional Japanese roof tile producer, so Ojima grew up with
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1990s American Post-Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Pair of Large Japanese Ceramic Shi-Shi Dog Roof Tiles, Bizen Kiln, 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Pair of Large Japanese Ceramic Shi-Shi Dogs roof tiles, Bizen kiln, 20th c. Bizen kiln is one of
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20th Century Japanese Folk Art Ceramics

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Clay

Japan Big Eared Scampering Rabbit Ornamental Tile, Usagi
Located in South Burlington, VT
terracotta roof tile with a hard to find rabbit motif - makes a superb garden treasure from Japan. This
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Furniture

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Terracotta

Superb Meiji Period Bronze Koro in the Form of a Dove on a Roof Tile
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A superb Meiji period bronze koro in the form of a dove on a roof tile, the bird naturalistically
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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

1950s Nardini Oriental Motif Mid Century Modern Table Lamp
By Nardini Studios
Located in Miami, FL
a stylized Japanese lantern with tiled roof, six sided imperial trellis lattice walled sides and
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Ceramic

Nardini Oriental Motif Table Lamp
By Nardini Studios
Located in Miami, FL
of a stylised Japanese lantern with tiled roof, six sided imperial trellis lattice walled sides and
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Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Era Shibi Roof Tile
Located in Brisbane, Queensland
A clay fired Japanese Shibi roof tile. These decorative end tiles were often reserved for temples
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Clay

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Traditional Japanese Woodblock Print featuring the Fishing Village Ine
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing a captivating masterpiece: "Serene Reflections of Ine – A Journey through Time." Immerse yourself in the allure of 1988's Japanese woodblock print, meticulously crafted a...
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Modern Prints

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Japanese Traditional Woodblock Print Snow Flowers
Located in Weesp, NL
Original Japanese polychrome woodblock print "snowflowers" by Nishijima Katsuyuki. Signbed by the artist in pencil in the lower right corner. The subject in this artwork is the Honji...
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Vintage 1980s Modern Prints

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Paper

Japanese Traditional Woodblock Print Snow Flowers
Japanese Traditional Woodblock Print Snow Flowers
$688
H 9.45 in W 12.41 in D 0.01 in
Framed Japanese Woodblock Print Yoshida Hiroshi Toshogu Shrine
By Hiroshi Yoshida
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Japanese woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi (1876-1950), entitled "Toshogu Shrine", The vertical oban format print was made in Showa 12th year (1937). On the left margin in grey in...
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Prints

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Wood, Paper

Japanese Woodblock on Paper Print by Katsuyuki Nishijima
Located in Weesp, NL
Beautiful Japanese woodblock print by Katsuyuki Nishijima born in Kyoto in 1945. Signed, titled and numbered by the artist in pencil. Nishijima has loved Ukiyoe (woodblock prints) s...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Paper

Authentic Japanese Wood Block Print Kikyo by Masao Ido 1989
Located in Weesp, NL
This authentic 1989 Japanese woodblock print titled "Kikyō" (Balloon Flower) by Masao Ido is a rare and exquisite piece that embodies the essence of eternal love, sincerity, and eleg...
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Paper

Japanese Mid-Century Modern Woodblock Print by Tomizaburo Hasegawa
Located in Weesp, NL
1960's Japanese woodblock print titled " In front of the garden" by Japanese asian and modern & contemporary artist Tomizaburo Hasegawa. The Art work is signed, titled and dated in ...
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Paper

Traditional Japanese Woodblock Print by Nishijima Katsuyuki
Located in Weesp, NL
Nishijima Katsuyuki (西島 勝之) is a contemporary Japanese artist known for his woodblock prints, which often depict traditional Japanese architecture and landscapes. Born in 1945 in Yam...
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1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Paper

Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just discovered and coming from a Shinto Shrine deaccession Call or message us for details or to reserve. Japan an early and superb pair (2) of mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs als...
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century
Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century
$22,800 Sale Price / set
40% Off
H 29 in W 25 in D 12 in
Ryōgen-in Garden Kyoto by Masao Ido
Located in Weesp, NL
Traditional 1986 Japanese wood block print of one of the 5 gardens of the Ryōgen-in, a sub temple of the Daitoku-ji Buddhist complex, located in Kita-ku, Kyoto, Japan, constructed in...
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Japonisme Prints

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Paper

Ryōgen-in Garden Kyoto by Masao Ido
Ryōgen-in Garden Kyoto by Masao Ido
$1,741
H 23.63 in W 18.9 in D 1.19 in
Taizō-in Garden by Masao Ido 1989
Located in Weesp, NL
Taizō-in Garden by Masao Ido. Traditional Japanese wood block print in great condition. The Taizō-in Garden is part of a small Zen Buddhism temple located in north western Kyoto. Si...
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Other Prints

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Paper

Taizō-in Garden by Masao Ido 1989
Taizō-in Garden by Masao Ido 1989
$1,621
H 16.15 in W 20.87 in D 0.99 in
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Japanese Roof Tile For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Japanese roof tile for your home. Frequently made of wood, ceramic and bronze, every Japanese roof tile was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Japanese roof tile, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A Japanese roof tile, designed in the folk art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Masuo Ojima each produced at least one beautiful Japanese roof tile that is worth considering.

How Much is a Japanese Roof Tile?

Prices for a Japanese roof tile can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $485 and can go as high as $15,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,375.
Questions About Japanese Roof Tile
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese roof tiles are made out of ceramic and are placed so they are stacked one on top of another. The tiles are part of ancient Chinese architecture. Find a selection of ornate roof tiles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Ceramic tiles are expected to last about 100 years, which is almost double the length of a concrete tile roof lifespan. Because ceramic tiles are so durable, they increase the resale value of a house.