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Ryohei Tanaka Thatched Roof Etching Japan 1979
Ryohei Tanaka Thatched Roof Etching Japan 1979

Ryohei Tanaka Thatched Roof Etching Japan 1979

By Tanaka Ryohei

Located in Oakland, CA

Incredibly detailed Ryohei Tanaka etching of a thatched roof c1979. Beautifully framed and matted. Signed in pencil by artist.

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Ryohei Tanaka Signed Large Limited Edition Japanese Etching Thatched Roof House
Ryohei Tanaka Signed Large Limited Edition Japanese Etching Thatched Roof House

Ryohei Tanaka Signed Large Limited Edition Japanese Etching Thatched Roof House

By Tanaka Ryohei

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful image of a rural Japanese landscape scene by famed Japanese artist Ryohei Tanaka featuring two thatched roof country houses and long pathway leading to the larger dwellin...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Showa Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of 19th century Japanese ceramic Shachikoko roof ornaments
Pair of 19th century Japanese ceramic Shachikoko roof ornaments

Pair of 19th century Japanese ceramic Shachikoko roof ornaments

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Striking pair of 19th century shachikoko rood ornaments circa 1880. These appear to be 'shachikoko' sea monsters still retaining their bold colours, showing the head of a dragon wit...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Ryohei Tanaka Signed Limited Ed. Japanese Etching Cherry Blossoms Thatched Roof
Ryohei Tanaka Signed Limited Ed. Japanese Etching Cherry Blossoms Thatched Roof

Ryohei Tanaka Signed Limited Ed. Japanese Etching Cherry Blossoms Thatched Roof

By Tanaka Ryohei

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful image of a rural Japanese landscape scene by famed Japanese artist Ryohei Tanaka featuring two thatched roof houses and freshly blooming cherry blossom trees in Spring.

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20th Century Japanese Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Japanese, 1959
'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Japanese, 1959

'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Japanese, 1959

Located in Devon, GB

A sultry Elizabeth Taylor smoulders on this extremely rare and seductive Japanese B2 poster for the original release of MGM's 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' in Japan.

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Paper

Rock Garden and Roof Shadow, Tosa Kokubunji, Kochi, Shikoku, Japan

Rock Garden and Roof Shadow, Tosa Kokubunji, Kochi, Shikoku, Japan

By Michael Kenna

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Signed, numbered and dated on the front of the mount. Signed, dated and numbered and titled with artist’s copyright stamp on the back of the mount. We have over 2,000 works available...

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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

" Shibori no Machi " Traditional Japanese Wood Block Print
" Shibori no Machi " Traditional Japanese Wood Block Print

" Shibori no Machi " Traditional Japanese Wood Block Print

Located in Weesp, NL

The architecture features classic Japanese elements, such as tiled roofs and wooden facades with intricate latticework.

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1990s Japanese Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Japanese Antique Thatching Tools "Gangi" 1860s-1920s / Wall Decoration Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Thatching Tools "Gangi" 1860s-1920s / Wall Decoration Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Thatching Tools "Gangi" 1860s-1920s / Wall Decoration Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a traditional Japanese thatched roof tool known as a “Gangi.” A Gangi is used to trim the cut ends of the thatch and smooth the roof’s surface, symbolizing the craftsmanship ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Large Black Shingle-style Cabinet / Tansu / Wabi-Sabi Primitive
Japanese Large Black Shingle-style Cabinet / Tansu / Wabi-Sabi Primitive

Japanese Large Black Shingle-style Cabinet / Tansu / Wabi-Sabi Primitive

Located in Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate-gun, Iwate Prefecture

Each piece was individually cut, fitted, and assembled to create a richly textured surface inspired by the overlapping pattern of traditional Japanese wooden roof shingles. Every fra...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Primitive Cabinets

Materials

Chestnut, Cedar, Pine, Reclaimed Wood

Gabriel VIARDOT – Japonist carved wooden fireplace, circa 1880
Gabriel VIARDOT – Japonist carved wooden fireplace, circa 1880

Gabriel VIARDOT – Japonist carved wooden fireplace, circa 1880

By Gabriel Viardot

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Evoking the overhanging roofs of Japanese temples, the lintel's projecting ends are slightly curved inwards.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japonisme Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Wood

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Pair Roof Tile Lamps
Pair Roof Tile Lamps

Pair Roof Tile Lamps

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H 35.5 in W 15 in D 9 in

Pair Roof Tile Lamps

Located in Essex, MA

Substantial pair of Japanese roof tiles converted to lamps. Tiles depict lohans riding roosters, mounted on mahogany plinths above marble and wood stands.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Roof Tile Japan Clay Black Meiji with Custom Stand
Roof Tile Japan Clay Black Meiji with Custom Stand

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 1890 Size: 34" x 7" x 26" (tile only).  

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Mounted Objects

Materials

Clay

19th Century Viardot Stamped Table
19th Century Viardot Stamped Table

19th Century Viardot Stamped Table

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H 29.53 in W 16.15 in D 26.38 in

19th Century Viardot Stamped Table

By Gabriel Viardot

Located in Paris, FR

The top-left register presents a geometrical decoration evoking a Japanese temple of whom roof is inlayed in mother-of-pearl with a pattern of trees and with a flying in.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Gueridon

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Terracotta Roof Tile
Japanese Terracotta Roof Tile

Japanese Terracotta Roof Tile

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H 15 in W 16 in D 7 in

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

Materials

Terracotta

Japanese Vintage Heart Roof Garden Lighting Lantern, Signed Japan
Japanese Vintage Heart Roof Garden Lighting Lantern, Signed Japan

Japanese Vintage Heart Roof Garden Lighting Lantern, Signed Japan

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare Japanese "Signed " lantern- first we've seen Japan, a handsome old vintage Heart Roof tea garden lantern in a convenient portable size.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Antique "Three Roof" Pagoda Stone Sculpture
Japan Antique "Three Roof" Pagoda Stone Sculpture

Japan Antique "Three Roof" Pagoda Stone Sculpture

Located in South Burlington, VT

Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with this rare old architectural stone treasure from Japan. This is a fine tall old hand carved gra...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Furniture

Materials

Stone

Japanese Pair of "Cloud Roof" Bronze Light Fixtures
Japanese Pair of "Cloud Roof" Bronze Light Fixtures

Japanese Pair of "Cloud Roof" Bronze Light Fixtures

Located in South Burlington, VT

We are members of the North American Japanese Garden Association (NAJGA) specializing for ten years now in old and authentic Japanese hardware and stone garden ornaments.   

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japan Antique Tall Stone Three Roof Pagoda Lantern
Japan Antique Tall Stone Three Roof Pagoda Lantern

Japan Antique Tall Stone Three Roof Pagoda Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

A unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with this scarce old tall architectural stone treasure from Japan. A first. Japan, a fine tall old sculptural pagoda ...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Japanese Pair of Tea Garden "Heart Roof" Lanterns
Japanese Pair of Tea Garden "Heart Roof" Lanterns

Japanese Pair of Tea Garden "Heart Roof" Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a handsome quality pair of old "Heart Roof" tea garden lanterns in a convenient portable size.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Very Old  "Three Roof " Pagoda Stone Sculpture
Japan Very Old  "Three Roof " Pagoda Stone Sculpture

Japan Very Old "Three Roof " Pagoda Stone Sculpture

Located in South Burlington, VT

This is a fine tall old hand-carved granite stone "three roof" pagoda sculpture representing a Buddhist temple.

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Antique 1850s Japanese Edo Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone

Japanese Antique Pair Sun Burst Pagoda Roof Lanterns
Japanese Antique Pair Sun Burst Pagoda Roof Lanterns

Japanese Antique Pair Sun Burst Pagoda Roof Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare Japanese Pair (2) "Sun Burst" Garden Lanterns The first pair we have seen of this iconic design.......... This beautifully hand-cast lantern sculptures in a classic Japanese ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Ceramic Makara Roof Ornaments
Pair of 19th Century Japanese Ceramic Makara Roof Ornaments

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Ceramic Makara Roof Ornaments

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Striking pair of 19th century shachikoko rood ornaments, circa 1880. These appear to be 'makara' sea monsters still retaining their bold colors. Both are made from 2 sections a...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 19th Century, Japanese Ceramic Shachikoko Makara Roof Ornament
Pair of 19th Century, Japanese Ceramic Shachikoko Makara Roof Ornament

Pair of 19th Century, Japanese Ceramic Shachikoko Makara Roof Ornament

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Striking pair of 19th century shachikoko roof ornaments, circa 1880. These appear to be 'makara' sea monsters still retaining their bold colors. Both are made from two sections...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Pottery

Pair of 19th century Japanese ceramic Shachikoko roof ornaments
Pair of 19th century Japanese ceramic Shachikoko roof ornaments

Pair of 19th century Japanese ceramic Shachikoko roof ornaments

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Striking pair of 19th century Shachikoko rood ornaments circa 1880. These appear to be 'shachikoko' sea monsters still retaining their bold colours, showing the head of a dragon wit...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Japanese Fine Antique Architectural Shrine Indoors Outdoors copper roof details
Japanese Fine Antique Architectural Shrine Indoors Outdoors copper roof details

Japanese Fine Antique Architectural Shrine Indoors Outdoors copper roof details

Located in South Burlington, VT

Here's a beautiful and serene way to accent your special indoor shrine space or outdoor garden space with this rare architectural treasure from Japan. Enjoy this antique 19th centur...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Copper

Japanese Lantern  Antique Broad Roof "Tamate Oki-Doro" FREE SHIPPING
Japanese Lantern  Antique Broad Roof "Tamate Oki-Doro" FREE SHIPPING

Japanese Lantern Antique Broad Roof "Tamate Oki-Doro" FREE SHIPPING

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a small old broad roof lantern "Tamate Oki-doro", three sections, granite, Taisho-Showa period, 1930s-1940s.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

Materials

Granite

Japan Fine Antique Cast Bronze "Pagoda Roof" Lantern Dragons & Pendant Lights
Japan Fine Antique Cast Bronze "Pagoda Roof" Lantern Dragons & Pendant Lights

Japan Fine Antique Cast Bronze "Pagoda Roof" Lantern Dragons & Pendant Lights

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels Japan, a fine large antique heavy and hand cast bronze "Pagoda Roof" tapared form lantern with exquisite diaper roof incisings and deco...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Pair Pagoda Roof Lighting Lanterns With Flower Form Side Panels
Japanese Antique Pair Pagoda Roof Lighting Lanterns With Flower Form Side Panels

Japanese Antique Pair Pagoda Roof Lighting Lanterns With Flower Form Side Panels

Located in South Burlington, VT

Hard to find Pair (2) " pagoda roof" form garden lanterns Japan, an attractive and sturdy antique lantern pair with a " Pagoda Roof" and "hoju jewel" roof top motif.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japan Antique Bronze Lantern, Good Choice for Your Roof Top or Tea Garden
Japan Antique Bronze Lantern, Good Choice for Your Roof Top or Tea Garden

Japan Antique Bronze Lantern, Good Choice for Your Roof Top or Tea Garden

Located in South Burlington, VT

Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with this wonderful old treasure from Japan! This is a bronze casting of a wonderful pagoda form la...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze

Masuo Ojima Large Scale Sculptural Post-Modern Ceramic Vase, circa 1990s
Masuo Ojima Large Scale Sculptural Post-Modern Ceramic Vase, circa 1990s

Masuo Ojima Large Scale Sculptural Post-Modern Ceramic Vase, circa 1990s

By Masuo Ojima

Located in Cathedral City, CA

Masuo Ojima was born in Shizuoka, Japan in 1949. His father was a cabinet maker and his grandfather was a traditional Japanese roof tile producer, so Ojima grew up with many memories...

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1990s American Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Japanese Sterling Salt and Pepper Shakers Pagoda and Asian Shaker Roof
Vintage Japanese Sterling Salt and Pepper Shakers Pagoda and Asian Shaker Roof

Vintage Japanese Sterling Salt and Pepper Shakers Pagoda and Asian Shaker Roof

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Japanese Sterling Salt and Pepper Shakers Pagoda and Asian Shaker Roof Shaker, Oriental, Excellent Condition, both shakers are 66 grams in weight.

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Vintage 1940s Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Oil on Board Roof Top Landscape by Peter Ilyin
Oil on Board Roof Top Landscape by Peter Ilyin

Oil on Board Roof Top Landscape by Peter Ilyin

By Peter Alexander Ilyin

Located in San Francisco, CA

He painted in Russia and Japan as well. These roofs are reminiscent of Russian Provincial buildings.

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Japanese Pair Vintage Mountain House Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Pair Vintage Mountain House Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Pair Vintage Mountain House Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

A beautiful pair (2) of heavily hand cast iron lanterns of simple but compelling Japanese mountain Kusaya or Minka house design with jointed roof line and Japanese enigmatic "X" open...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Big Eared Scampering Rabbit Ornamental Tile, Usagi
Japan Big Eared Scampering Rabbit Ornamental Tile, Usagi

Japan Big Eared Scampering Rabbit Ornamental Tile, Usagi

Located in South Burlington, VT

This is a Japanese gray terracotta roof tile with a hard to find rabbit motif - makes a superb garden treasure from Japan.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Japanese Antique Black Cupboard / Tansu Cabinet / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Black Cupboard / Tansu Cabinet / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Black Cupboard / Tansu Cabinet / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Located in Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate-gun, Iwate Prefecture

It is a traditional Japanese house with a thatched roof, and has changed over time due to the soot from the hearth.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cupboards

Materials

Cedar

Fine Workmanship Japanese Antique Wood Carving Demon/1600-1800/Edo Period
Fine Workmanship Japanese Antique Wood Carving Demon/1600-1800/Edo Period

Fine Workmanship Japanese Antique Wood Carving Demon/1600-1800/Edo Period

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

However, demons who serve humans and Buddhas and devote themselves to Buddhism have become existences that protect them from bad people. In fact, tiled roofs in Japan often have a t...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Teak Wood Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s
Teak Wood Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s

Teak Wood Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s

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H 14.57 in W 14.18 in D 12.6 in

Teak Wood Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s

Located in London, GB

A round base and a shade in the shape of Japanese house roof which diffuses a soft light. The lamp has been rewired for UK and has a PAT certificate.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Teak

Antique Pet Bed 'Roof'
Antique Pet Bed 'Roof'

Antique Pet Bed 'Roof'

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H 18.12 in W 25.6 in D 17.33 in

Antique Pet Bed 'Roof'

By Japanese Studio

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

The bed is made of natural wood, with a soothing antique seat and a textured frame. Your pet is an important member of the family, and you want him or her to be able to relax in a be...

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2010s Japanese French Provincial Decorative Baskets

Materials

Oak

Japanese Antique Classic Pagoda Roof Lantern
Japanese Antique Classic Pagoda Roof Lantern

Japanese Antique Classic Pagoda Roof Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Classic Japanese Garden Lantern This beautifully hand-cast lantern sculpture in a classic Japanese form, would make an exceptional visual statement and substantial conversational c...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Sun Faced Pagoda Roof Lantern
Japanese Antique Sun Faced Pagoda Roof Lantern

Japanese Antique Sun Faced Pagoda Roof Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare Japanese "Sun Face" Garden Lantern The first we have seen of this iconic design.......... This beautifully hand-cast lantern sculpture in a classic Japanese pagoda form with ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japan Antique "Three Roof" Pagoda Stone Sculpture
Japan Antique "Three Roof" Pagoda Stone Sculpture

Japan Antique "Three Roof" Pagoda Stone Sculpture

Located in South Burlington, VT

Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with this rare old architectural stone treasure from Japan. This is a fine tall old hand carved grani...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone

Japanese Old Five Roofed Pagoda Lighting Lantern
Japanese Old Five Roofed Pagoda Lighting Lantern

Japanese Old Five Roofed Pagoda Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Like many other elements of Japanese traditional architecture, it originated in China.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Five Roofed Pagoda Lighting Lantern
Japanese Old Five Roofed Pagoda Lighting Lantern

Japanese Old Five Roofed Pagoda Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Like many other elements of Japanese traditional architecture, it originated in China.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Tapestry in Silk and Cotton
Japanese Antique Tapestry in Silk and Cotton

Japanese Antique Tapestry in Silk and Cotton

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H 84.65 in W 59.06 in D 0.4 in

Japanese Antique Tapestry in Silk and Cotton

By Vintage Japanese Monochrome

Located in Milano, IT

In the background is a glimpse of a typical Japanese house, with a blue roof, topped by a volcano.

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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Japonisme Tapestries

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Silk

Japanese Old Matched Pair Tea Garden "Heart Roof" Lanterns
Japanese Old Matched Pair Tea Garden "Heart Roof" Lanterns

Japanese Old Matched Pair Tea Garden "Heart Roof" Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a handsome quality pair of old "Heart Roof" tea garden lanterns in a convenient portable size and exhibiting old blue hand painted colors.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Big Black Timber Roof Mountain House Lighting Lantern
Japan Big Black Timber Roof Mountain House Lighting Lantern

Japan Big Black Timber Roof Mountain House Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese acquisitions Impressive simple design A hard to find Japanese black mountain house "Kusaya" garden lantern in a pleasing simple design.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Pair of Modeline Model 635 Cylinder Shaped Sculptured Walnut Table Lamps
Pair of Modeline Model 635 Cylinder Shaped Sculptured Walnut Table Lamps

Pair of Modeline Model 635 Cylinder Shaped Sculptured Walnut Table Lamps

By Adrian Pearsall, Arthur Jacobs, Modeline Lamp Co.

Located in Chattanooga, TN

His cylinder shape with sheer white shade seems to borrow from Japanese rice paper veiled lanterns. The flares at the top of the lamps spires resemble the pointed tips of Japanese ro...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Japanese Hand made Bronze BIRD ON ROOF Lantern with Green Patina
Japanese Hand made Bronze BIRD ON ROOF Lantern with Green Patina

Japanese Hand made Bronze BIRD ON ROOF Lantern with Green Patina

Located in South Burlington, VT

Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with this treasure from Japan! This is a bronze casting of a wonderful lantern with a Bird on the Roo...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japan Fine Antique Cast Bronze "Pagoda Roof" Lantern Dragons & Pendant Lights
Japan Fine Antique Cast Bronze "Pagoda Roof" Lantern Dragons & Pendant Lights

Japan Fine Antique Cast Bronze "Pagoda Roof" Lantern Dragons & Pendant Lights

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels Japan, a fine large antique heavy and hand cast bronze "Pagoda Roof" tapared form lantern with exquisite diaper roof incisings and de...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Yukio Katsuda Signed Limited Ed. Japanese Serigraph Print No. 152 Thatched Roof
Yukio Katsuda Signed Limited Ed. Japanese Serigraph Print No. 152 Thatched Roof

Yukio Katsuda Signed Limited Ed. Japanese Serigraph Print No. 152 Thatched Roof

Located in Studio City, CA

A truly beautiful and engaging work by Japanese Kyoto printmaker artist Yukio Katsuda (1941-) titled "Thatched Roof No. 152" The serigraph print is hand signed in pencil, dated (1...

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Japanese Antique Thatched Roof Tools / Folk Art Object / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Thatched Roof Tools / Folk Art Object / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Thatched Roof Tools / Folk Art Object / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Located in Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate-gun, Iwate Prefecture

It is called "Gangi" and it is a tool used to beat and push the thatched roof. Kaya, a material, is a general term for rice plants that can be used for roofing materials such as pam...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Hardwood, Cedar

Japan Old Stone Oribe "Broad Roof" Garden Lantern, Hand-Carved in Five Pieces
Japan Old Stone Oribe "Broad Roof" Garden Lantern, Hand-Carved in Five Pieces

Japan Old Stone Oribe "Broad Roof" Garden Lantern, Hand-Carved in Five Pieces

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan an old Oribe style granite stone lantern with a wonderful curving broad roof- see photo), five pieces.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Furniture

Materials

Granite

Pair of Modeline Model 635 Cylinder Shaped Sculptured Walnut Table Lamps
Pair of Modeline Model 635 Cylinder Shaped Sculptured Walnut Table Lamps

Pair of Modeline Model 635 Cylinder Shaped Sculptured Walnut Table Lamps

By Arthur Jacobs, Modeline Lamp Co., Adrian Pearsall

Located in Chattanooga, TN

His cylinder shape with sheer white shade seems to borrow from Japanese rice paper veiled lanterns. The flares at the top of the lamps spires resemble the pointed tips of Japanese ro...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Japanese Vintage Mountain House Lantern
Japanese Vintage Mountain House Lantern

Japanese Vintage Mountain House Lantern

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H 6 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

Japanese Vintage Mountain House Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

A beautiful heavily hand cast iron lantern of simple but compelling Japanese mountain Kusaya or Minka house design with jointed roof line and Japanese enigmatic "X" open work fire pa...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Vintage Mountain House Kusaya Lighting Lantern
Japanese Vintage Mountain House Kusaya Lighting Lantern

Japanese Vintage Mountain House Kusaya Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a beautiful heavily hand cast iron lantern of simple but compelling design with jointed roof line and Japanese enigmatic "X" open work fire panels- the complete ensemble could...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Garden Stone Precious Hoju Jewel Finial
Japanese Antique Garden Stone Precious Hoju Jewel Finial

Japanese Antique Garden Stone Precious Hoju Jewel Finial

Located in South Burlington, VT

Hojus are often used to decorate the apex of Japanese shrines’ and temples’ roof tops. This is an architectural gem, conversational delight for displaying indoors or outdoors in you...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Japanese Antique Pair Lanterns "Double Pagoda" Motif, Rare Find
Japanese Antique Pair Lanterns "Double Pagoda" Motif, Rare Find

Japanese Antique Pair Lanterns "Double Pagoda" Motif, Rare Find

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition Pair of seldom seen "double pagoda roof" form lanterns Japan, an attrractive and sturdy antique lantern pair with a ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Vintage Pair Double Pagoda Garden Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Old Vintage Pair Double Pagoda Garden Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Old Vintage Pair Double Pagoda Garden Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition Pair of seldom seen "double pagoda roof" form lanterns Japan, an attractive and sturdy antique lantern pair with a "...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Pair of Lanterns "Double Pagoda" Motif, Rare Find
Japanese Antique Pair of Lanterns "Double Pagoda" Motif, Rare Find

Japanese Antique Pair of Lanterns "Double Pagoda" Motif, Rare Find

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition Pair of seldom seen "double pagoda roof" form lanterns Japan, an attractive and sturdy antique lantern pair with a "...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Tall Antique Hand-Carved Stone Pagoda "Five Elements" Sculpture
Japanese Tall Antique Hand-Carved Stone Pagoda "Five Elements" Sculpture

Japanese Tall Antique Hand-Carved Stone Pagoda "Five Elements" Sculpture

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a monumental stone five roof pagoda tower , 78” high, granite, late Meiji to Taisho period, (1900-1926) and spiritual representation of five earthly and celestial elements.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

Materials

Granite

Taisho-Showa Japanese Old Finely Designed Bronze Lamp / Antique Casting Lantern
Taisho-Showa Japanese Old Finely Designed Bronze Lamp / Antique Casting Lantern

Taisho-Showa Japanese Old Finely Designed Bronze Lamp / Antique Casting Lantern

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a type of lighting that puts a light bulb inside through electrical wiring. It is hung under the roof of old Japanese houses and inns. It's rusted because it was outside,...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Japanese Architectural Model of a Traditional House, Mid 20th Century
Vintage Japanese Architectural Model of a Traditional House, Mid 20th Century

Vintage Japanese Architectural Model of a Traditional House, Mid 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

The architectural model depicts a traditional Japanese home, with removable roofs, papered shoji doors, and a fenced yard.

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Architectural Models

Materials

Wood

Japanese old wood carving demon mask No.B/Before 19th cent/Wall-hanging
Japanese old wood carving demon mask No.B/Before 19th cent/Wall-hanging

Japanese old wood carving demon mask No.B/Before 19th cent/Wall-hanging

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Although demons have the image of being evil spirits, in Japan they are also known as talismans. The most symbolic one is something called Onigawara, which has two demon faces attach...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese old wood carving demon mask No.A /Before 19th cent/Wall-hanging
Japanese old wood carving demon mask No.A /Before 19th cent/Wall-hanging

Japanese old wood carving demon mask No.A /Before 19th cent/Wall-hanging

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Although demons have the image of being evil spirits, in Japan they are also known as talismans. The most symbolic one is something called Onigawara, which has two demon faces attach...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Rare Mikoshi Palanquin Citizen Clock
Rare Mikoshi Palanquin Citizen Clock

Rare Mikoshi Palanquin Citizen Clock

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H 15.25 in W 20.25 in D 10.25 in

Rare Mikoshi Palanquin Citizen Clock

Located in Guaynabo, PR

An orange rope with tassels at the end and jingles are tied to the base of the rooster at the roof. In Japanese culture the rooster is a signal for prayer time.

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20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Wood

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WOODED LANDSCAPE AT DUSK
WOODED LANDSCAPE AT DUSK

WOODED LANDSCAPE AT DUSK

By Ryohei Tanaka

Located in Portland, ME

Ryohei, Tanaka (Japanese, 1933- 2019). WOODED LANDSCAPE WITH TREES AT DUSK. Etching and aquatint, 1986. Signed and numbered 76/150 in pencil, 5 ½ x 9 ¼ inches (plate), plus full marg...

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1960s Landscape Prints

Materials

Etching

Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs On Stands
Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs On Stands

Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs On Stands

$7,250 / set

H 22 in W 18.13 in D 10.75 in

Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs On Stands

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs On Stands. Stunning large pair of antique Chinese beautifully hand decorated glazed ceramic foo dogs or foo lions. This lovely pair of Chinese e...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Ceramic

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs
Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

$6,850 / set

H 19.75 in W 8.25 in D 19.25 in

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Large pair of antique Chinese porcelain foo dogs. Stunning pair of antique Chinese hand decorated porcelain foo dogs or foo lions. This beautiful pair of Chinese foo dogs are execute...

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Porcelain

Ryohei Tanaka Etching Japan c1989
Ryohei Tanaka Etching Japan c1989

Ryohei Tanaka Etching Japan c1989

$1,400

H 17 in W 21.013 in D 1 in

Ryohei Tanaka Etching Japan c1989

By Tanaka Ryohei

Located in Oakland, CA

Incredibly detailed Ryohei Tanaka etching of a structure on the Japan countryside c1989. Beautifully framed and matted in a custom rounded edge teak frame. Signed in pencil by artist...

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Modern Prints

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Plexiglass, Teak, Paper

Ryohei Tanaka Etching Japan c1993
Ryohei Tanaka Etching Japan c1993

Ryohei Tanaka Etching Japan c1993

$1,600

H 22.25 in W 18.5 in D 0.75 in

Ryohei Tanaka Etching Japan c1993

By Tanaka Ryohei

Located in Oakland, CA

Incredibly detailed Ryohei Tanaka etching of a structure on the Japan countryside c1993. Beautifully framed and matted. Signed in pencil by artist. Ryohei Tanaka (1933-2019) was wor...

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1990s Japanese Modern Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

GROVE #2
GROVE #2

Ryohei TanakaGROVE #2, 1966

$3,500

H 19 in W 21 in D 1 in

GROVE #2

By Ryohei Tanaka

Located in Portland, ME

Ryohei, Tanaka (Japanese, 1933-2019). GROVE #2. Etching in color, 1966. Edition of 50. Numbered 23/50, signed, and dated in pencil.11 5/8 x 14 1/2 inches (plate), plus full margins. ...

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1960s Landscape Prints

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Etching

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