Antique Japanese Seals
A Massive Japanese Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Tiger, Meiji Period
Located in Long Island City, NY
collectors of fine Asian antiques and animalier bronzes.
Signed on the bottom by artist with Japanese seal
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
$8,750 Sale Price
30% Off
H 15 in W 44 in D 18 in
A Symphony of Nature – from Audsley’s Japanese-Inspired Decorative Series, 1884
Located in Langweer, NL
a small Japanese seal adds authenticity and enhances the cultural narrative within the artwork
Category
1880s Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Paper
$287
H 10.63 in W 15.75 in D 0.01 in
Shoji Hamada Japanese Mingei Pottery Plate with Original Signed Sealed Box
By Shoji Hamada
Located in Studio City, CA
An exquisite, unique plate by master Japanese potter Shoji Hamada, a fine early example of his iron
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Stoneware
$2,495
H 3 in W 9.75 in D 9.75 in
Shoji Hamada Japanese Earth-Toned Glazed Vase with Original Signed Sealed Box
By Shoji Hamada
Located in Studio City, CA
An exquisite, beautiful flower vase by master Japanese potter Shoji Hamada featuring an example of
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Stoneware
$2,495
H 7.8 in W 4 in D 3.5 in
Torii Kotondo Signed and Sealed Pre-War Japanese Woodblock Print Rain Ame 1929
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and strongly composed woodblock print by renowned Japanese painter/artist Torii Kotondo
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1920s Japanese Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Paper
$4,500
H 18 in W 12 in D 0.1 in
Meiji Bronze Fisherman Okimono, Sealed Masatsune Saku
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Meiji Bronze Fisherman Okimono, Sealed Masatsune saku
Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912)
A fine and
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
$2,360 Sale Price
27% Off
H 15 in W 6.5 in D 13 in
Japanese Porcelain Plate
Located in Atlanta, GA
with a single character in a red seal as well as impressed with a Japanese potter's seal.
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Ceramic
Important Japanese Lacquer Presentation Box Gifted by Japanese President to RAF
Located in Newark, England
sun and the light (immortality) in Japan. It is also used as the Imperial Seal of Japan or National
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Lacquer
$12,358
H 2.56 in W 5.71 in D 4.53 in
Japanese Lacquer Hibachi with Imperial Chrysanthemum, Meiji Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
is the symbol for the Imperial Seal of Japan, and the personal symbol of the Emperor.
Small stand
Category
Early 1900s Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Copper
$975
H 5.5 in W 10 in D 10 in
Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Lobster, Seashell, Basketweave, Bamboo Planter
Located in New York, NY
feet.
The base signed in Japanese within an ornate seal.
Perfectly sized for an artistic bonzai tree
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
$1,575 Sale Price
30% Off
H 4.38 in W 11.38 in D 6.75 in
Japanese Meiji Chikanobu Toyohara Framed Woodblock Print with Archery Tournament
By Toyohara Chikanobu
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese signed woodblock print by Chikanobu Toyohara (Chikanobu Yoshu), 1838-1912, titled "Start
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Wood, Paper, Glass
$1,800
H 37 in W 22.5 in D 1 in
Japanese Meiji Dish with Figures Amidst Clouds 19th Century
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual antique Japanese Imari shallow porcelain dish hand painted with two scrolling ladies
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Rare Antique Monumental Japanese Imperial Carved Elm Altar Sideboard Console
Located in Dayton, OH
Important 19th C. Japanese Meiji Period ornately carved extreme high relief, credenza or bar back
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Elm
$48,000 Sale Price
52% Off
H 106 in W 85 in D 30 in
Japanese Bird and Blossom Lacquer Tray: Antique Lithograph, 1880s
Located in Langweer, NL
sophistication typical of Japanese lacquer art. The red seal and vertical script add a further layer of
Category
1880s Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Paper
$382
H 15.75 in W 10.83 in D 0.01 in
The Harmony of Nature – A Rare Japanese-Inspired Chromolithograph, 1884
Located in Langweer, NL
inclusion of Japanese-style seals further reinforces the influence of Japanese art on this piece.
This
Category
1880s Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Paper
$466
H 15.75 in W 10.63 in D 0.01 in
The Guardian of the Bell – An Audsley’s Japanese-Inspired Chromolithograph, 1884
Located in Langweer, NL
its sculptural quality. The red Japanese-style seal in the lower corner adds authenticity and cultural
Category
1880s Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Paper
$418
H 15.75 in W 10.63 in D 0.01 in
Showa Period Blue Cloisonne Vase by Tamura
By Tamura
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
‘Tamura’ and the base with the Tamura silver foil seal. Japanese, mid 19th century.
For a very similar
Category
19th Century Japanese Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Ceramic
Meiji Period Bronze of a Cricket Catcher
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
slung across his back, signed in a seal. Japanese, circa 1890.
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
Meiji Period Bronze of a Boy Carrying Twigs
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
and he carries a gourd water bottle in his right hand, signed in a seal. Japanese, circa 1800.
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
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Japanese bronze vase, by Akichika, with dragonfly seal, Japan Meiji era
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
underside with an impressed "dragonfly" seal.
Akichika appears to have worked as a metalsmith for the Maruki
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
Painting "Hotei Pointing at the Moon" by Mochizuki Gyokkei '1874-1939'
Located in Berlin, Berlin
the Japanese lunar calendar. Red seal reads 'Gyokkei'. The old, original wooden box is inscibed on the
Category
1920s Japanese Taisho Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Silk
Pair Japanese Pure Silver Vases with Royal Seal
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage Japanese vases in sterling silver, 3.5 by 7 inches, gold washed imperial Japanese
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Silver
A Massive Japanese Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Tiger, Meiji Period
Located in Queens, NY
collectors of fine Asian antiques and animalier bronzes.
Signed on the bottom by artist with Japanese seal
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
A Massive Japanese Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Tiger, Meiji Period
Located in Queens, NY
of fine Asian antiques and animalier bronzes.
Signed on the bottom by artist with Japanese seal.
15
Category
19th Century Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
H 15 in W 44 in D 18 in
Hiroshi Yoshida Lifetime Jizuri Seal Japanese Print Himeji Castle Morning, 1926
By Hiroshi Yoshida
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful image titled "Himeji Castle Morning" by one of Japan's finest 20th century artists and
Category
1920s Japanese Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Paper
H 16 in W 11 in D 0.1 in
Japanese Fine Original Antique Five-Drawer Chest, 100% Original Tansu
Located in South Burlington, VT
emblem of the cabinet and the government (vis-à-vis the chrysanthemum being the Imperial Seal of Japan
Category
Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Wood
Japanese Superb Antique Tansu Clothing Chest Richly Lacquered, 100% Original
Located in South Burlington, VT
and the government (vis-à-vis the chrysanthemum being the Imperial Seal of Japan).
Excellent, clean
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Iron
H 48 in W 34.5 in D 16.5 in
Japanese Antique Rich Black Lacquered Clothing Chest Tansu 100% Original
Located in South Burlington, VT
and the government (vis-à-vis the chrysanthemum being the Imperial Seal of Japan).
Excellent, clean
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Iron
H 39.75 in W 33.25 in D 16.5 in
Japanese Original Antique "Flying Birds" Five-Drawer Chest, 100% Original Tansu
Located in South Burlington, VT
cabinet and the government (vis-à-vis the chrysanthemum being the Imperial Seal of Japan).
Excellent
Category
Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Wood
H 48 in W 45.25 in D 17.5 in
Japanese Lovely Antique Small Wood Tansu Cabinet Kodansu all original Rare Size
Located in South Burlington, VT
emblem of the cabinet and the government (vis-à-vis the chrysanthemum being the Imperial Seal of Japan
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Wood
H 28 in W 20 in L 28 in
Meiji Period Bronze of a Vegetable Seller
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
aubergines in his right hand. Signed in a seal, Japanese, c1880.
Category
1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
Meiji Bronze Vase
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
With a sparrow in a branch of flowering kiku, signed Joko in a seal, Japanese, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Antique Japanese Seals
Meiji Period Bronze Study of a Lion and Lioness by ‘Genryusai Seiya’
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
lioness slinking by his side, on a root-wood base. Signed in a seal, ‘Genryusai Seiya’. Japanese, circa
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
Meiji Period Bronze Vase
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
seal, Japanese, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Antique Japanese Seals
Meiji Period Satsuma Earthenware Vase by Kazui
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
between rich brocade borders, gilt signature Kazui ga (painted), Shimazu mon and red seal, Japanese, circa
Category
1880s Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Art Glass
Katsura Island, Matsushima from Souvenirs of Travels, First Series
By Kawase Hasui
Located in Burbank, CA
excellent condition. Signed and sealed Hasui. Original Japanese Color Woodblock print.
Category
1910s Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Handmade Paper, Woodcut
H 10.32 in W 15.16 in
White Eyes and Persimmons
Located in Burbank, CA
estimate. Kacho-ga, or bird-and-flower imagery, has a long tradition in Japanese art. Signed: Soseki. Seals
Category
1920s Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Woodcut
Nagara Pleasure Quarter, Kanazawa
By Kawase Hasui
Located in Burbank, CA
. Published by Watanabe Shozaburo. Signed and sealed Hasui. Original Japanese Color Woodblock print. Narazaki
Category
1920s Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Handmade Paper, Woodcut
Tsuta Hotsprings in Mutsu Province (Mutsu, Tsuta Onsen)
By Kawase Hasui
Located in Burbank, CA
design in excellent condition. Published by Watanabe Shozaburo. Signed and sealed Hasui. Original
Category
1910s Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Handmade Paper, Woodcut
Iwai Seashore in Boshu
By Kawase Hasui
Located in Burbank, CA
" (Tabi miyage dai isshû). Scarce, pre-earthquake design in excellent condition. Signed and sealed Hasui
Category
1920s Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Handmade Paper, Woodcut
Tama The Cat
By Takahashi Hiroaki (Shotei)
Located in Burbank, CA
design.The blindprinting (gaufrage) is very pronounced in the white fur. As there is the Japanese seal for
Category
1920s Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Woodcut
Shoji Hamada Japanese Glazed Vase with Original Signed Sealed Box
By Shoji Hamada
Located in Studio City, CA
An exquisite, unique piece by master Japanese potter Shoji Hamada - a fine example of his popular
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Stoneware
Hiroshi Yoshida Rare Japanese Woodblock Print Matterhorn at Night Jizuri Seal
By Hiroshi Yoshida
Located in Studio City, CA
A quite rare work titled "Matterhorn, Night (Matahorun-yama, yoru)" by one of Japan's finest 20th
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1920s Japanese Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bamboo, Glass, Paper
H 26.5 in W 20.5 in D 1 in
Japanese Scroll of the Spirit of a Beautiful Woman, Seal Reads Toyokuni
By Utagawa Toyokuni
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese Scroll of the Spirit of a Beautiful Woman. Late Edo period (circa 1800) painting of a
Category
Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Silk, Wood, Paper
Japanese Marks and Seals by James Lord Bowes, First Edition
By James Lord Bowes 1
Located in valatie, NY
Japanese Marks and Seals by James Lord Bowes. London: Henry Southern and Company, 1882. First
Category
19th Century English Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Paper
Japanese Fine Antique Wood Tansu Cabinet
Located in South Burlington, VT
chrysanthemum being the Imperial Seal of Japan).
Excellent, clean original condition just the way we like to
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Wood
Japan Finest Antique Bronze "Imperial Chrysanthemum" Garden Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
One of our finest Japanese lanterns with "Imperial Chrysanthemum Seal"
A beautiful handcrafted
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Six-Panel Meiji Screen Kinkakuji in Winter
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Majestic Japanese Meiji period six-panel screen of Kinkakuji in Kyoto, Japan. This 14th century
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Silk, Wood, Paper
Japanese Meiji Two-Panel Screen Tiger and Bamboo
Located in Rio Vista, CA
. Signed by artist Ms. Mutobe Kiho (Japanese b. 1877) with two seals on the bottom left. Kiho was born in
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Wood, Paper
Japanese Lovely Antique Small Wood Tansu Cabinet, Art Deco
Located in South Burlington, VT
and the government (vis-à-vis the chrysanthemum being the Imperial Seal of Japan).
Good clean
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Wood
Japan Fine Antique Hand-Hammered "Imperial Chrysanthemum" Garden Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
detailed lantern complete with the Japanese "Imperial chrysanthemum" state seal front and sublime karakusa
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze, Copper
Japanese Tabako-Bon High Sided Tray with Imperial Mon, Meiji Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
symbol is the Imperial Seal of Japan, and used exclusively by the Emperor of Japan and the Imperial
Category
Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Copper
H 4.38 in W 8.25 in D 8.25 in
Japanese Antique Rich Black Lacquered Clothing Chest Tansu 100% Original
Located in South Burlington, VT
emblem of the cabinet and the government (vis-à-vis the chrysanthemum being the Imperial Seal of Japan
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Iron
H 39.75 in W 33.25 in D 16.5 in
Clearing After a Snowfall at the Asakusa Kannon Temple
By Kawase Hasui
Located in Burbank, CA
perfectly preserved. Published by Watanabe Shozaburo. Signed and sealed Hasui. Original Japanese Color
Category
1920s Showa Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Handmade Paper, Woodcut
Japanese Seal Box
Located in Sarasota, FL
This Very fine and wonderfully hand made JAPANESE SEAL BOX has silver corners, handles and trim all
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19th Century Japanese Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Gold
Running Elephant
Located in New York, NY
Japanese, 19th Century
Animal Bronzes
Stamped: Japanese Seal
Made in Japan
Bronze, ivory 18 x
Category
19th Century Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
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Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style
By Victor Horta
Located in Lisse, NL
Top condition and pure elegance Art Nouveau vase.
For the collectors of museum quality and condition Art Nouveau ceramics. This stunning Art Nouveau vase is decorated with the mos...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
$2,872
H 10.75 in W 5.25 in D 4.4 in
Tiffany Studios Pomegranate Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios
"Pomegranate" Table Lamp
New York
circa 1910
Leaded glass, patinated bronze
Shade impressed "Tiffany Studios, New York, 1457-34"
Base impressed "Tiffany Studios, New ...
Category
1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Bronze
English 1820s Georgian Period Black and Gold Chinoiserie Chest with Stone Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Georgian ebonized chinoiserie chest-of-drawers from the early 19th century with gilt and black lacquered accents and later added stone top. Created in England during the f...
Category
Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Wood
$6,995
H 32.5 in W 37 in D 17 in
Ibiza Chandelier Ceiling Light Pendant Opaque Glass Shells Antique Brass Frame
Located in Dublin, Ireland
This is a beautiful 'Ibiza' Chandelier from Eichholtz that will elevate your decor with its stunning fusion of Art Deco inspiration and modern luxury. Crafted from champagne-colored ...
Category
20th Century French Modern Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Brass
$2,142
H 16.5 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in
Large Smoky Quartz Rock Crystal Natural Specimen 13 Lbs.
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Large Smoky Quartz Rock Crystal Natural Specimen 13 Lbs.
Many large, thick spikes. Unmounted. Likely from southern Arkansas early 20th century.
Smoky quartz is a brownish grey, tra...
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20th Century American Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Quartz
Large Natural White Sea Coral Specimen
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare and large natural white sea coral specimen, circa 1970s. The piece is in great condition and measures 8.5"W x 8"D x 5"H. #4058
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Coral
Pair Vintage Black Forest Deer Antler Trophy Wood Carved Plaque, Germany 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful set of two antique Black Forest deer antler trophy on hand carved, Black Forest wooden plaque. A nice addition to your hunters loge, cabin or just to display it in your h...
Category
1920s German Black Forest Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Antler, Wood
$320 / set
H 11 in W 6.63 in D 7.25 in
Glazed Ceramic Tea Bowl by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small elegant glazed ceramic tea bowl (chawan) by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). The well-balanced form is hand built and shows slight irregulari...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Ceramic
Kangxi Famille Verte Porcelain Large Dish, Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th c
Located in Austin, TX
A large and magnificent Chinese famille verte enameled porcelain large dish or charger, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period (1662 - 1722), circa 1700, China.
The shallow, shaped dish of fo...
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Early 1700s Chinese Qing Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Enamel
Set of Eight Late 19th Century Framed Herbarium Specimens
Located in Chicago, IL
This charming collection of eight framed herbarium specimens offers a rare glimpse into late 19th-century Kansas flora. Collected in 1894 by John Flickinger, a student at Emporia Hig...
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1890s American Country Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Natural Fiber
1970s French Ceramic Cauliflower Soup Tureen with Lid and Matching Base
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1970s French Ceramic Cauliflower Soup Tureen with Lid and Matching Base – Realistic & Decorative
Description:
This charming and original French ceramic soup tureen, crafted in the 1...
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1970s French French Provincial Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Ceramic
One-of-a-kind 1851 Great Exhibition Carved Armchair by Arthur Jones of Dublin
Located in London, GB
*Winner of the 2022 Masterpiece Fair Furniture Highlight*
The 1851 Great Exhibition Carved Bog Yew Armchair
by Arthur Jones of Dublin
Carved entirely from Irish bog yew wood, ...
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19th Century Irish Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Upholstery, Yew
$267,758
H 57 in W 30 in D 31.5 in
Japanese Four Panel Paper Screen
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of two panel screens with a rooster and a hen in amongst bamboo. Signed by the artist Ema Saiko 1787-1861. A Japanese painter, poet and calligrapher celebrated for her Chinese...
Category
1850s Japanese Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Paper
Roger Capron - Vintage Coffee Table with Ceramic Tiles
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic coffee table with roger capron tiles. Hand-crafted tiles produced by a technique in which real leaves were pressed into the clay and, during firing, disintegrated, ...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Metal
Brutalist Oak Dining Table by De Puydt, Belgium, 1970s
By De Puydt
Located in Utrecht, NL
Technical ingenuity and mastery are indispensable and fuel each other to achieve equally sublime and atmospheric results in The Puydt furniture. This rare oak dining table is an exce...
Category
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Oak
Pair of Jean Perzel Attributed 1940s Gilt Iron Wall Sconces
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Sharon, CT
A pair of very large (27.5 inches high-exclusive of globes) Gilded Cast Iron (21 lbs. each) Wall Sconces. Not signed or otherwise marked.
Category
1940s French Art Deco Antique Japanese Seals
Materials
Iron
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Antique Japanese Seals For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique Japanese seals available for sale. The range of distinct antique Japanese seals — often made from paper, wood and fabric — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of antique Japanese seals available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique Japanese seals are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Nouveau and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Antique Japanese seals have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Makuzu Kozan, Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige) and Satsuma are consistently popular.
How Much are Antique Japanese Seals?
Prices for antique Japanese seals start at $97 and top out at $145,000 with the average selling for $5,500.
Questions About Antique Japanese Seals
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024To tell if your Japanese pottery is antique, look for markings, which usually appear on the bottoms of pieces. If you see the word "Nippon," your piece was likely produced between 1891 and 1921, making it an antique. Pieces marked with the words "made in occupied Japan" originated between 1945 and 1952 and are vintage, based on their age. A "made in Japan" marking may indicate a vintage or contemporary piece. If you don't see any of these markings, consult trusted online resources to get a rough idea of when your pottery was produced. Any piece that dates back 100 years or more is antique. Should you encounter difficulty with the dating process, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Japanese pottery.
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