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Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden object/20th century/natural wood ornament
Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden object/20th century/natural wood ornament

Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden object/20th century/natural wood ornament

$700

Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden object/20th century/natural wood ornament

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old Japanese wooden object. It is thought to have been made during the Showa era, approximately 1930-1980.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden carving object/early 20th century/wooden lump
Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden carving object/early 20th century/wooden lump

Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden carving object/early 20th century/wooden lump

$600

Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden carving object/early 20th century/wooden lump

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old Japanese wood carving figurine. It is thought to have been made around the Taisho period to the early Showa period (1912-1950). This is an ornament made using a tree l...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Bronze sculpture of a turtle
Japanese Bronze sculpture of a turtle

Japanese Bronze sculpture of a turtle

$1,049

Japanese Bronze sculpture of a turtle

Located in PARIS, FR

Bronze turtle with brown patina. In Japan, the turtle (kame) is considered a symbol of wisdom, stability and luck.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Buddhist Turtle and Crane Figurine

Japanese Bronze Buddhist Turtle and Crane Figurine

$1,200

Japanese Bronze Buddhist Turtle and Crane Figurine

Located in Queens, NY

Japanese bronze (19th Century) figure of a mythological turtle having a crane perched on the back

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Little Bronze Turtle Jewerly Box 1980s
Japanese Little Bronze Turtle Jewerly Box 1980s

Japanese Little Bronze Turtle Jewerly Box 1980s

$634Sale Price|20% Off

Japanese Little Bronze Turtle Jewerly Box 1980s

Located in Paris, FR

This is an objet of turtle which you can use as a jewelry holder. This is made with bronze and it was made in Japan around 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Fine Antique Gilt and Red Lacquer Lotus Bud Flower, Edo Period 19th C
Japanese Fine Antique Gilt and Red Lacquer Lotus Bud Flower, Edo Period 19th C

Japanese Fine Antique Gilt and Red Lacquer Lotus Bud Flower, Edo Period 19th C

$300Sale Price|68% Off

Japanese Fine Antique Gilt and Red Lacquer Lotus Bud Flower, Edo Period 19th C

Located in South Burlington, VT

Provenance: acquired from a Kyoto Japanse monk and collector History of the Japanese turtle "minogame" One of the most famous is the mythological giant turtle known as the minogame (??

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Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Pine

Japanese Two Panel Screen Amorous Cranes and Turtles
Japanese Two Panel Screen Amorous Cranes and Turtles

Japanese Two Panel Screen Amorous Cranes and Turtles

$21,000

Japanese Two Panel Screen Amorous Cranes and Turtles

Located in Hudson, NY

Japanese two panel screen: Amorous Cranes and Turtles.

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Antique 1850s Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood, Paper

Japanese Two Panel Screen Manchurian Crane and Turtles
Japanese Two Panel Screen Manchurian Crane and Turtles

Japanese Two Panel Screen Manchurian Crane and Turtles

$17,500

Japanese Two Panel Screen Manchurian Crane and Turtles

Located in Hudson, NY

In Japan, cranes symbolize fidelity as they mate for life and turtles symbolize longevity.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

A Japanese netsuke depicting a monkey with a turtle
A Japanese netsuke depicting a monkey with a turtle

A Japanese netsuke depicting a monkey with a turtle

$2,508

A Japanese netsuke depicting a monkey with a turtle

Located in Milano, IT

Boxwood netsuke depicting a seated monkey stopping a turtle with its right paw. Period: Edo 19th century Dimensions: 4 x 3.2 x 3.8 cm. Condition: Excellent condition.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antiquities

Materials

Boxwood

Japanese Four Panel Garden Screen with Koi, Iris, & Turtles
Japanese Four Panel Garden Screen with Koi, Iris, & Turtles

Japanese Four Panel Garden Screen with Koi, Iris, & Turtles

$7,600Sale Price|58% Off

Japanese Four Panel Garden Screen with Koi, Iris, & Turtles

Located in South Burlington, VT

Unusual Japanese Four Panel Garden Screen, Mint Condition Japan, a superb four-panel silk screen byobu depicting a panoramic garden replete with koi, turtles, Iris nestled near a w...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

Old Wooden Netsuke 19/20th C Japanese Japan Animal on Turtle Meiji Period
Old Wooden Netsuke 19/20th C Japanese Japan Animal on Turtle Meiji Period

Old Wooden Netsuke 19/20th C Japanese Japan Animal on Turtle Meiji Period

$613

Old Wooden Netsuke 19/20th C Japanese Japan Animal on Turtle Meiji Period

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 8 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980's. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen, ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period
Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period

Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period

$780

Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period

Located in Chicago, IL

This elegant tabako-bon is lacquered and gilt in the takamaki-e style with a riverside scene of turtles swimming and basking in the sun. A repeated motif in Japanese folklore, turtle...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Brass

Japanese glazed Sandstone Teapot in the form of a Turtle
Japanese glazed Sandstone Teapot in the form of a Turtle

Japanese glazed Sandstone Teapot in the form of a Turtle

$933

Japanese glazed Sandstone Teapot in the form of a Turtle

Located in PARIS, FR

Japan – Taishô era (1912-1926) Height : 7 cm (13,5 cm with handle) – width : 10 cm – depth : 16 cm

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Ceramics

Materials

Sandstone

Pair of Japanese Large Bronze Vases with Turtles and Cranes
Pair of Japanese Large Bronze Vases with Turtles and Cranes

Pair of Japanese Large Bronze Vases with Turtles and Cranes

$20,500 / set

Pair of Japanese Large Bronze Vases with Turtles and Cranes

Located in Hudson, NY

The other vase depicts turtles at a rocky water's edge with bamboo, along with turtles swimming in a gentle current.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Brass Crane and Turtle Sculptures, Japanese Mid-Century Pair, 1950s
Brass Crane and Turtle Sculptures, Japanese Mid-Century Pair, 1950s

Brass Crane and Turtle Sculptures, Japanese Mid-Century Pair, 1950s

$707Sale Price / set|20% Off

Brass Crane and Turtle Sculptures, Japanese Mid-Century Pair, 1950s

Located in Glasgow, GB

This pair of brass crane and turtle sculptures is a Japanese mid-century set dating from the 1950s, combining symbolic subject matter with finely cast decorative form.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Pair of Japanese Edo Screens Minogame Turtles in Spring Landscape
Pair of Japanese Edo Screens Minogame Turtles in Spring Landscape

Pair of Japanese Edo Screens Minogame Turtles in Spring Landscape

$4,800 / set

Pair of Japanese Edo Screens Minogame Turtles in Spring Landscape

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Colorful pair of 19th century Japanese Edo period six-panel byobu table screens depicting pairs of Minogame turtles in spring landscapes.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Brass

Lovely Antique Lamp Vase with Birds and Turtles Japan Meiji
Lovely Antique Lamp Vase with Birds and Turtles Japan Meiji

Lovely Antique Lamp Vase with Birds and Turtles Japan Meiji

$816

Lovely Antique Lamp Vase with Birds and Turtles Japan Meiji

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice quality with superb decoration Condition Overall condition; Very good. Size: 405mm. Period Meiji Periode (1867-1912).  

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Meiji Period 19th C Japanese Hirado Vase Birds Turtle Flowers
Antique Meiji Period 19th C Japanese Hirado Vase Birds Turtle Flowers

Antique Meiji Period 19th C Japanese Hirado Vase Birds Turtle Flowers

$2,269

Antique Meiji Period 19th C Japanese Hirado Vase Birds Turtle Flowers

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Lovely and very detailed piece. Scene of with compartments of flowers, bamboo, Turtle and Cranes. Moulded at the top of the vase close to the neck. Condition Over...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Large Hand-Carved Boxwood Okimono – “Mino-Kame” Turtle, Ca. 1900
Japanese Large Hand-Carved Boxwood Okimono – “Mino-Kame” Turtle, Ca. 1900

Japanese Large Hand-Carved Boxwood Okimono – “Mino-Kame” Turtle, Ca. 1900

$2,600

Japanese Large Hand-Carved Boxwood Okimono – “Mino-Kame” Turtle, Ca. 1900

Located in New York, NY

The sculpture features a “Mino-Kame” turtle — its shell resembling a traditional straw raincoat (mino), in reference to the Japanese belief that turtles live so long they grow algae ...

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Rare Antique Japanese Keyaki Chadansu c1937 Carved Crane & Turtle Finial 36"W
Rare Antique Japanese Keyaki Chadansu c1937 Carved Crane & Turtle Finial 36"W

Rare Antique Japanese Keyaki Chadansu c1937 Carved Crane & Turtle Finial 36"W

$7,250

Rare Antique Japanese Keyaki Chadansu c1937 Carved Crane & Turtle Finial 36"W

Located in Portland, OR

Available from Shogun's Gallery in Portland, Oregon for over 40 years specializing in Asian Arts & Antiques. This exceptional Japanese Chadansu (tea utensil cabinet) is crafted ...

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Other Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Japanese Wood Carving of Two Minogames 'Mythological Turtle', 18th C
Antique Japanese Wood Carving of Two Minogames 'Mythological Turtle', 18th C

Antique Japanese Wood Carving of Two Minogames 'Mythological Turtle', 18th C

$10,800Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Japanese Wood Carving of Two Minogames 'Mythological Turtle', 18th C

Located in North Miami, FL

A sculpture of 2 Minogame turtles with their distinctive fan-like tails. The smaller turtle is standing in the she’ll of the larger one.

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Antique Iwayaki Earthenware Edo Incense Burner of a Turtle 19th Century Japan
Antique Iwayaki Earthenware Edo Incense Burner of a Turtle 19th Century Japan

Antique Iwayaki Earthenware Edo Incense Burner of a Turtle 19th Century Japan

$2,194

Antique Iwayaki Earthenware Edo Incense Burner of a Turtle 19th Century Japan

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Nicely made and large incense burner or Okimono of a turtle. In earthenware with nice patina. Shimane Prefecture Iwayaki (Nagahama Yaki) Turtle figurine.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Pair Japanese Heron and Turtle Form Silvered Bronze Rock Crystal Ball Stands
Pair Japanese Heron and Turtle Form Silvered Bronze Rock Crystal Ball Stands

Pair Japanese Heron and Turtle Form Silvered Bronze Rock Crystal Ball Stands

$11,000 / set

Pair Japanese Heron and Turtle Form Silvered Bronze Rock Crystal Ball Stands

Located in New York, NY

Pair of antique 19th century Meiji period Japanese stands depicting herons (or storks) standing on turtles supporting rock crystal (quartz) spheres.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal, Quartz, Bronze

Antique Japanese Signed Imari Porcelain Figurine "Cat Riding a Turtle", Ca. 1890
Antique Japanese Signed Imari Porcelain Figurine "Cat Riding a Turtle", Ca. 1890

Antique Japanese Signed Imari Porcelain Figurine "Cat Riding a Turtle", Ca. 1890

$2,500

Antique Japanese Signed Imari Porcelain Figurine "Cat Riding a Turtle", Ca. 1890

Located in New York, NY

Antique Japanese Signed Imari Porcelain Figurine of a Cat Riding a Turtle, Ca. 1890 DIMENSIONS Length: 15 inches Width: 11 inches Height: 7 inches ABOUT A whimsical and rare exampl...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Japonisme Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

A Signed Japanese Netsuke of a Monkey Riding a Turtle, Showa Period
A Signed Japanese Netsuke of a Monkey Riding a Turtle, Showa Period

A Signed Japanese Netsuke of a Monkey Riding a Turtle, Showa Period

$450

A Signed Japanese Netsuke of a Monkey Riding a Turtle, Showa Period

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

An amusing Showa Period (1926-1989) hand carved hardwood netsuke depicting a monkey riding atop a turtle, the eyes of the monkey inset with cabochon pupils, signed with etched charac...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Iwayaki Earthenware Edo Incense Burner of a Turtle 19th Century Japan, J
Antique Iwayaki Earthenware Edo Incense Burner of a Turtle 19th Century Japan, J

Antique Iwayaki Earthenware Edo Incense Burner of a Turtle 19th Century Japan, J

$3,379

Antique Iwayaki Earthenware Edo Incense Burner of a Turtle 19th Century Japan, J

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nicely made and large incense burner or Okimono of a turtle. In earthenware with nice patina. Shimane Prefecture Iwayaki (Nagahama Yaki) Turtle figurine.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities

Materials

Earthenware

Lovely Antique Satsuma Lamp Vase Set with Cranes and Turtles, Japan 19th Century
Lovely Antique Satsuma Lamp Vase Set with Cranes and Turtles, Japan 19th Century

Lovely Antique Satsuma Lamp Vase Set with Cranes and Turtles, Japan 19th Century

$3,266

Lovely Antique Satsuma Lamp Vase Set with Cranes and Turtles, Japan 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice quality with superb decoration of cranes and turtles. With elephant handles. Both lamps are working! The additions are bronze Condition: Overall condition; Vase 1; res...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Japanese boxwood nestuke in the form of a turtle hiding in its shell
Japanese boxwood nestuke in the form of a turtle hiding in its shell

Japanese boxwood nestuke in the form of a turtle hiding in its shell

$2,916

Japanese boxwood nestuke in the form of a turtle hiding in its shell

Located in PARIS, FR

Netsuke in boxwood in the form of a tortoise hiding in its shell with only its head overstepping. Textures from the shell are executed with realism precision and a great care for det...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Antique Japanese Pair of Life Size Carved Wood Sea Turtles
Antique Japanese Pair of Life Size Carved Wood Sea Turtles

Antique Japanese Pair of Life Size Carved Wood Sea Turtles

$2,280 / set

Antique Japanese Pair of Life Size Carved Wood Sea Turtles

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

Japanese hand carved wood life size turtles small 12x19x10" Large 12x22x12".

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Vintage 1920s Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century

$940

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 8 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Japanese Silk Painting by Kano Chikanobu, Turtles & Azalea
19th Century Japanese Silk Painting by Kano Chikanobu, Turtles & Azalea

19th Century Japanese Silk Painting by Kano Chikanobu, Turtles & Azalea

$4,500

19th Century Japanese Silk Painting by Kano Chikanobu, Turtles & Azalea

Located in Kyoto, JP

Paintings of native Japanese birds and flowers were appreciated primarily for their evocation of the seasons and the traditional poetic emotions associated with them.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Asian Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

A boxwood netsuke depicting a monkey trying to catch a turtle
A boxwood netsuke depicting a monkey trying to catch a turtle

A boxwood netsuke depicting a monkey trying to catch a turtle

$2,508

A boxwood netsuke depicting a monkey trying to catch a turtle

Located in Milano, IT

Origin: Japan Period: Edo 19th century. Dimensions: 3.4 x 3 x 2.5 cm.

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antiquities

Materials

Boxwood

Waterdropper or suiteki in bronze in the form of a group of turtles
Waterdropper or suiteki in bronze in the form of a group of turtles

Waterdropper or suiteki in bronze in the form of a group of turtles

$1,749

Waterdropper or suiteki in bronze in the form of a group of turtles

Located in PARIS, FR

Bronze suiteki (water dropper) with a fine brown patina, modeled as two turtles (kame) stacked one upon the other. In Japan, the turtle (kame) is regarded as a symbol of wisdom, sta...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

A comb and hairpin in gold lacquer decorated with two swimming turtles
A comb and hairpin in gold lacquer decorated with two swimming turtles

A comb and hairpin in gold lacquer decorated with two swimming turtles

$1,749

A comb and hairpin in gold lacquer decorated with two swimming turtles

Located in PARIS, FR

Blue fabric-covered storage box. Japan – Meiji era (1868-1912) Comb : Height : 4 cm - Width : 10,5 cm Hairpin : Height : 1,5 cm - Width : 15 cm

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a turtle hidden in its shell
Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a turtle hidden in its shell

Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a turtle hidden in its shell

$2,916

Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a turtle hidden in its shell

Located in PARIS, FR

Netsuke in boxwood in the form of a tortoise hiding in its shell with only its head overstepping. Textures from the shell are executed with realism precision and a great care for de...

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

20th-C. Hollywood Regency Turtle Form Ceramic Tureen W/ Ladle By Seymour Mann
20th-C. Hollywood Regency Turtle Form Ceramic Tureen W/ Ladle By Seymour Mann

20th-C. Hollywood Regency Turtle Form Ceramic Tureen W/ Ladle By Seymour Mann

$425

20th-C. Hollywood Regency Turtle Form Ceramic Tureen W/ Ladle By Seymour Mann

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a vintage turtle form ceramic serving tureen with ladle by Seymour Mann. It is in very good condition and just in time for the holidays.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Hollywood Regency Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic

Mikori Ware Japanese Lidded Ceramic Serving Dish
Mikori Ware Japanese Lidded Ceramic Serving Dish

Mikori Ware Japanese Lidded Ceramic Serving Dish

$155

Mikori Ware Japanese Lidded Ceramic Serving Dish

Located in Bradenton, FL

Marked underneath “Mikori Ware Hand Paint, Made in Japan” around a turtle stamp.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Antique Silvered Bronze Minogame by Ryūbundō Meiji Period
Japanese Antique Silvered Bronze Minogame by Ryūbundō Meiji Period

Japanese Antique Silvered Bronze Minogame by Ryūbundō Meiji Period

$7,648

Japanese Antique Silvered Bronze Minogame by Ryūbundō Meiji Period

Located in Newark, England

Many leading artists of the time, including Makuzu Kozan and Namikawa Yasuyuki, were honoured as Imperial Household Artists, ensuring the Meiji period remains one of the most celebra...

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Bunchin or, paper holder in bronze in the form of a group of tortoise
Bunchin or, paper holder in bronze in the form of a group of tortoise

Bunchin or, paper holder in bronze in the form of a group of tortoise

$1,516

Bunchin or, paper holder in bronze in the form of a group of tortoise

Located in PARIS, FR

Original storage box (tomobako) bearing a signature on the interior of the lid. In Japan, the turtle is a symbol of good fortune and longevity.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Asian Silver Warship / Tutle Ship Ornament
Vintage Asian Silver Warship / Tutle Ship Ornament

Vintage Asian Silver Warship / Tutle Ship Ornament

$4,985

Vintage Asian Silver Warship / Tutle Ship Ornament

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The inverted turtle style deck was covered in spikes to deter Japanese boarding tactics.

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1990s Asian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

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Japanese Water Dropper, Ceramic Turtle Design
Japanese Water Dropper, Ceramic Turtle Design

Japanese Water Dropper, Ceramic Turtle Design

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H 1.13 in W 2.25 in D 1.75 in

Japanese Water Dropper, Ceramic Turtle Design

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Japanese Water Dropper, Ceramic Turtle Design A water dropper is used in calligraphy as a small container to hold a small amount of water to make ink for calligraphy.

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20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Charming Japanese Bronze Turtle Okimono by Seimin
Charming Japanese Bronze Turtle Okimono by Seimin

Charming Japanese Bronze Turtle Okimono by Seimin

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H 2 in W 7.5 in D 3 in

Charming Japanese Bronze Turtle Okimono by Seimin

Located in Christchurch, GB

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this charming Meiji Period 1868-1912, bronze okimono group of a cluster of turtles, possibly Japanese pond t...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Japanese Bronze and Shakudo Okimono Turtles - Jomi Eisuke
Large Japanese Bronze and Shakudo Okimono Turtles - Jomi Eisuke

Large Japanese Bronze and Shakudo Okimono Turtles - Jomi Eisuke

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H 3.25 in W 9.5 in D 6.5 in

Large Japanese Bronze and Shakudo Okimono Turtles - Jomi Eisuke

By Eisuke Miyao 1

Located in Christchurch, GB

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large scale exceptional quality Meiji period (1868-1912) okimono group of infant turtles clambering upo...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Vase of Two Turtles Looking at Each Other
Japanese Bronze Vase of Two Turtles Looking at Each Other

Japanese Bronze Vase of Two Turtles Looking at Each Other

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H 11.42 in Dm 4.73 in

Japanese Bronze Vase of Two Turtles Looking at Each Other

Located in MILANO, IT

Japanese bronze vase of two turtles looking at each other.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Sculpture of an Egret and a Turtle
Japanese Bronze Sculpture of an Egret and a Turtle

Japanese Bronze Sculpture of an Egret and a Turtle

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H 11.42 in W 6.3 in D 3.94 in

Japanese Bronze Sculpture of an Egret and a Turtle

Located in MILANO, IT

Gold and silver decoration.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Satsuma Tea Kettle, Rare ‘Minogame’ Turtle Form, Signed Makuzu Kozan
Japanese Satsuma Tea Kettle, Rare ‘Minogame’ Turtle Form, Signed Makuzu Kozan

Japanese Satsuma Tea Kettle, Rare ‘Minogame’ Turtle Form, Signed Makuzu Kozan

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H 6.3 in Dm 8.08 in

Japanese Satsuma Tea Kettle, Rare ‘Minogame’ Turtle Form, Signed Makuzu Kozan

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Geelong, Victoria

They represented Japanese Art in the various World Fairs of the period, and Makuzu Kozan has been described as ‘Japan’s Greatest Potter’!  

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Antique Early 1900s Asian Pottery

Materials

Pottery

19th Century Japanese Bronze Cranes
19th Century Japanese Bronze Cranes

19th Century Japanese Bronze Cranes

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H 10 in W 17.5 in D 7.5 in

19th Century Japanese Bronze Cranes

Located in New york, NY

Two Japanese cranes and turtle on bronze base with black enamel.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Turtle, 20th Century
Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Turtle, 20th Century

Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Turtle, 20th Century

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W 1.58 in

Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Turtle, 20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Marked at the belly. Late 20th century Weight: 13 grams Additional information: Material: Wood Region of Origin: Japan Period: 20th century Conditio...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japan Antique Unique 19th Century Natural Burl Wood Turtle
Japan Antique Unique 19th Century Natural Burl Wood Turtle

Japan Antique Unique 19th Century Natural Burl Wood Turtle

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H 3.5 in W 10 in D 5 in

Japan Antique Unique 19th Century Natural Burl Wood Turtle

Located in South Burlington, VT

About Japanese turtles: The Japanese pond turtle (Mauremys japonica), also called commonly the Japanese pond terrapin and the Japanese pond tortoise, is a species of turtle in the...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Rare Marcell Goldscheider Art Déco Group, Japanese Girl Riding On Turtle, C 1930
Rare Marcell Goldscheider Art Déco Group, Japanese Girl Riding On Turtle, C 1930

Rare Marcell Goldscheider Art Déco Group, Japanese Girl Riding On Turtle, C 1930

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H 4.73 in W 5.12 in D 3.55 in

Rare Marcell Goldscheider Art Déco Group, Japanese Girl Riding On Turtle, C 1930

By Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

In Japanese mythology, the turtle is also associated with the underworld and the souls of the deceased.

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Antique Turtle Carved from a Natural Wood Burl 1900s-1940s / Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Turtle Carved from a Natural Wood Burl 1900s-1940s / Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Turtle Carved from a Natural Wood Burl 1900s-1940s / Wabisabi

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H 5.52 in W 10.04 in D 9.85 in

Japanese Antique Turtle Carved from a Natural Wood Burl 1900s-1940s / Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a charming wooden turtle sculpture crafted in Japan from a natural burl — the knot-like growth that forms on a tree.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Stone Turtle Kame Intricately Carved Rare to Find 19thc. FREE SHIPPING
Antique Stone Turtle Kame Intricately Carved Rare to Find 19thc. FREE SHIPPING

Antique Stone Turtle Kame Intricately Carved Rare to Find 19thc. FREE SHIPPING

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H 5 in W 11 in D 7 in

Antique Stone Turtle Kame Intricately Carved Rare to Find 19thc. FREE SHIPPING

Located in South Burlington, VT

Dimensions: 11" length and 5" high and 7" wide. History of the Japanese turtle: One of Japan's most famous mythological turtle is known as minogame.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Granite

Japanese Bronze Turtles
Japanese Bronze Turtles

Japanese Bronze Turtles

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H 3.5 in W 1.5 in D 9 in

Japanese Bronze Turtles

Located in Hudson, NY

Japanese Bronze Turtles. Family of 3 turtles.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Japanese bronze okimono turtle (sculpture)
Japanese bronze okimono turtle (sculpture)

Japanese bronze okimono turtle (sculpture)

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H 0.79 in W 1.89 in D 1.97 in

Japanese bronze okimono turtle (sculpture)

Located in PARIS, FR

Okimono sculpture of a bronze turtle, tail retractable. In Japan, the turtle (kame) is a symbol of longevity and an auspicious animal.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Old "Turtle" Garden Lantern
Japanese Old "Turtle" Garden Lantern

Japanese Old "Turtle" Garden Lantern

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H 7 in W 11.5 in D 5.5 in

Japanese Old "Turtle" Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions- the first we've seen Japan, this handsome quality old "turtle" motif tea lantern is a good find and an authentic old work of art.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle
Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle

Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle

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H 1.58 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in

Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle

Located in Worcester, GB

Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle – Meiji to Early Showa Period (Late 19th to Early 20th Century) This exceptional Japanese bronze turtle is a finely crafted piece, dating from the Me...

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Early 20th Century Asian Paperweights

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Bronze

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'
Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'

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H 0.99 in W 1.38 in D 2.37 in

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1980s. The signature is written on the back side 'Ishikawa'. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17t...

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Meiji Japanese Tansu Two-Tier Chest, Crane Turtle Hardware
Meiji Japanese Tansu Two-Tier Chest, Crane Turtle Hardware

Meiji Japanese Tansu Two-Tier Chest, Crane Turtle Hardware

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H 45.5 in W 38.5 in D 17.75 in

Meiji Japanese Tansu Two-Tier Chest, Crane Turtle Hardware

Located in Somis, CA

A beautiful vintage Japanese Tansu consists two individual chests that can be used separately.

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle and Mouse' 1920s
Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle and Mouse' 1920s

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle and Mouse' 1920s

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H 0.99 in W 2.37 in D 0.99 in

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle and Mouse' 1920s

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around Taisho period 1920s. This netsuke was made by a netsuke artist 'Hironaka' (You can find his signature on the stomach of this mouse). ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Wabisabi

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H 1.78 in W 2.96 in D 4.73 in

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

With my 20 years of experience, I am re-proposing Japanese antiques from a new perspective. This is an old Japanese carved wooden turtle.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

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Cedar

Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle – Meiji to Early Showa Period
Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle – Meiji to Early Showa Period

Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle – Meiji to Early Showa Period

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H 1.58 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in

Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle – Meiji to Early Showa Period

Located in Worcester, GB

Antique Japanese Bronze Turtle – Meiji to Early Showa Period (Late 19th to Early 20th Century) This Japanese bronze turtle is an exceptional example of metalwork from the Meiji per...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Giant Sea Turtles Old Japanese Hand Painted Scroll, Signed
Giant Sea Turtles Old Japanese Hand Painted Scroll, Signed

Giant Sea Turtles Old Japanese Hand Painted Scroll, Signed

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H 94 in W 29.5 in D 1 in

Giant Sea Turtles Old Japanese Hand Painted Scroll, Signed

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a pair of giant serene sea turtles glide the waters in this auspicious art declaration of this hand-painted paper scroll dating to 1950 middle Showa era.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens

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Paper

Antique Japanese Wooden Nestuke 'Three Turtles' 1900s Meiji Era
Antique Japanese Wooden Nestuke 'Three Turtles' 1900s Meiji Era

Antique Japanese Wooden Nestuke 'Three Turtles' 1900s Meiji Era

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H 1.78 in W 1.38 in D 1.97 in

Antique Japanese Wooden Nestuke 'Three Turtles' 1900s Meiji Era

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around meiji period 1900s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan. Initially a simply-carved button fastener on...

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antiquities

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Wood

Japanese Antique Natural Wood Turtle 1900s-1940s / Figurine Sculpture Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Natural Wood Turtle 1900s-1940s / Figurine Sculpture Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Natural Wood Turtle 1900s-1940s / Figurine Sculpture Wabisabi

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H 6.7 in W 18.12 in D 14.77 in

Japanese Antique Natural Wood Turtle 1900s-1940s / Figurine Sculpture Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old Japanese wooden turtle. It is from the early Showa period (1900s to 1940s).

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Vintage 1920s Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Cedar

Japanese Old Wood Carving Turtle 1800s-1900s/Antique Art Wabisabi
Japanese Old Wood Carving Turtle 1800s-1900s/Antique Art Wabisabi

Japanese Old Wood Carving Turtle 1800s-1900s/Antique Art Wabisabi

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H 4.73 in W 18.51 in D 10.04 in

Japanese Old Wood Carving Turtle 1800s-1900s/Antique Art Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is a turtle made from old Japanese natural wood. It is an item from 1800s to 1900s.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Cedar

Large Antique Bronze Japanese Statue Decorated Shou Lao and Turtle
Large Antique Bronze Japanese Statue Decorated Shou Lao and Turtle

Large Antique Bronze Japanese Statue Decorated Shou Lao and Turtle

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H 15.75 in W 10.24 in D 6.3 in

Large Antique Bronze Japanese Statue Decorated Shou Lao and Turtle

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Nicely made artifact dating to the 19th or 20th century. Depicting Shou Lao the god of immortality on a mythical turtle. ---------------------------------------------...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Elm and Pine Clothing Tansu with Crane and Turtle Hardware
Japanese Elm and Pine Clothing Tansu with Crane and Turtle Hardware

Japanese Elm and Pine Clothing Tansu with Crane and Turtle Hardware

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H 43 in W 45.5 in D 17 in

Japanese Elm and Pine Clothing Tansu with Crane and Turtle Hardware

Located in San Francisco, CA

This tansu has wonderful mixed metal hardware depicting a well-modelled crane and turtle, relating to a Japanese folk legend celebrating friendship, longevity and mutual support, cir...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm, Pine

Turtle Netsuke
Turtle Netsuke

Turtle Netsuke

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H 1 in W 1.75 in D 1.38 in

Turtle Netsuke

Located in Stamford, CT

Two ivory turtle netsuke, one with two smaller turtles on top of a larger one, the other depicting a large turtle on a lily pad with a smaller one on it's back.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures

19th Century Bronze Vase Decorated with Bird, Reeds and Turtles, Japan
19th Century Bronze Vase Decorated with Bird, Reeds and Turtles, Japan

19th Century Bronze Vase Decorated with Bird, Reeds and Turtles, Japan

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H 35.44 in Dm 13.78 in

19th Century Bronze Vase Decorated with Bird, Reeds and Turtles, Japan

Located in Sofia, BG

19th century bronze vase richly decorated with bird, reeds and turtles, Japan, 19th century.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Vases

Materials

Bronze

Japanese bronze sculpture or Okimono of a small yet realistic walking turtle
Japanese bronze sculpture or Okimono of a small yet realistic walking turtle

Japanese bronze sculpture or Okimono of a small yet realistic walking turtle

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H 0.99 in W 1.38 in D 2.17 in

Japanese bronze sculpture or Okimono of a small yet realistic walking turtle

Located in PARIS, FR

Bronze turtle with brown patina. In Japan, the turtle (kame) is considered a symbol of wisdom, stability and luck.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Set 60 Hand Paintings Birds, Turtle, and Dragonfly and Album
Japanese Antique Set 60 Hand Paintings Birds, Turtle, and Dragonfly and Album

Japanese Antique Set 60 Hand Paintings Birds, Turtle, and Dragonfly and Album

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H 12 in W 12 in L 12 in

Japanese Antique Set 60 Hand Paintings Birds, Turtle, and Dragonfly and Album

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese acquisitions travels A unique collection of sixty (60) original color hand paintings compiled in six original artisan books on washi paper of birds, flowe...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Prints

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Paper

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Bronze Crane and Turtle Candle Holders
Pair of 19th Century Japanese Bronze Crane and Turtle Candle Holders

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Bronze Crane and Turtle Candle Holders

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H 10.75 in W 5 in D 2.75 in

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Bronze Crane and Turtle Candle Holders

Located in Dallas, TX

Enhance your space with these captivating Antique Japanese bronze bird and tortoise shokudais. Crafted in Japan in the Meiji period circa 1890, these candlestick holders were traditi...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Candlesticks

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Bronze

Antique Work of Carving a Turtle on a Japanese Stump / Wave Sculpture / Figurine
Antique Work of Carving a Turtle on a Japanese Stump / Wave Sculpture / Figurine

Antique Work of Carving a Turtle on a Japanese Stump / Wave Sculpture / Figurine

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H 9.85 in W 25.6 in D 13.39 in

Antique Work of Carving a Turtle on a Japanese Stump / Wave Sculpture / Figurine

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Since it takes a very long time for algae to grow long, Minogame has long been worshiped in Japan as an auspicious turtle that means longevity.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Turtle Lacquerware Writing Box
Turtle Lacquerware Writing Box

Turtle Lacquerware Writing Box

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H 4 in W 6.75 in D 8 in

Turtle Lacquerware Writing Box

Located in New Orleans, LA

Turtle Lacquerware Writing Box 19th-century This rare 19th-century turtle-shaped suzuribako (writing box) is made with exquisite Japanese lacquer artistry and imaginative design.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

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Crystal

A turtle and a dragon calligraphy Screen
A turtle and a dragon calligraphy Screen

A turtle and a dragon calligraphy Screen

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H 66.93 in W 65.36 in D 1.19 in

A turtle and a dragon calligraphy Screen

Located in Fukuoka, JP

"Immerse yourself in the timeless symbolism of the East with our dramatic calligraphy screen, adorned with characters representing a turtle and a dragon. In Eastern culture, the tu...

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20th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

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Silver Leaf

Deer Antler netsuke in the form of an elderly with a turtle shell on his back
Deer Antler netsuke in the form of an elderly with a turtle shell on his back

Deer Antler netsuke in the form of an elderly with a turtle shell on his back

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H 1.58 in W 1.19 in D 0.99 in

Deer Antler netsuke in the form of an elderly with a turtle shell on his back

Located in PARIS, FR

Deer antler netsuke showing a man sitting on a chair with his back in the shape of a tortoise shell. His right arm is raised. In Japan, tortoise is a symbol of luck and longevity, i...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Antler

Japanese Huge Antique Bronze "Treasure Fortune" Ship Masterwork
Japanese Huge Antique Bronze "Treasure Fortune" Ship Masterwork

Japanese Huge Antique Bronze "Treasure Fortune" Ship Masterwork

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H 43 in W 42 in D 19 in

Japanese Huge Antique Bronze "Treasure Fortune" Ship Masterwork

Located in South Burlington, VT

As it sails into town bringing good fortune, the takarabune is celebrated in a New Year's tradition in Japan, especially by hopeful businesses. It is superbly hand modeled and decor...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

French Japonisme Ormolu-Mounted Baccarat Crystal Vase with Bronze Turtle Feet
French Japonisme Ormolu-Mounted Baccarat Crystal Vase with Bronze Turtle Feet

French Japonisme Ormolu-Mounted Baccarat Crystal Vase with Bronze Turtle Feet

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H 10 in W 4 in D 4 in

French Japonisme Ormolu-Mounted Baccarat Crystal Vase with Bronze Turtle Feet

By Cristalleries De Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

The crystal vase is seated on four beautifully cast and hand-chiseled ormolu turtles, representing the Japanese artistic movement in France at the time, known as 'Japonisme'.

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Antique 1880s French Japonisme Vases

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Crystal, Bronze

Collection of Three Japanese Turtle Netsukes
Collection of Three Japanese Turtle Netsukes

Collection of Three Japanese Turtle Netsukes

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H 1 in W 1.25 in D 1.75 in

Collection of Three Japanese Turtle Netsukes

Located in San Diego, CA

Fun collection of three Japanese turtle netsukes hand-carved from resin, circa 1960s.

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20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Resin

Japanese Antique Stone Turtle Kame Intricately Carved
Japanese Antique Stone Turtle Kame Intricately Carved

Japanese Antique Stone Turtle Kame Intricately Carved

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H 8 in W 17 in D 10 in

Japanese Antique Stone Turtle Kame Intricately Carved

Located in South Burlington, VT

Dimensions: 17" length and 8" high and 10" wide. History of the Japanese turtle: One of Japan's most famous mythological turtle is known as minogame (kame).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Granite

Japan Large Antique Unique 19th Century Natural Burl Wood Planter
Japan Large Antique Unique 19th Century Natural Burl Wood Planter

Japan Large Antique Unique 19th Century Natural Burl Wood Planter

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H 8 in W 15 in D 8 in

Japan Large Antique Unique 19th Century Natural Burl Wood Planter

Located in South Burlington, VT

About Japanese turtles: The Japanese pond turtle (Mauremys japonica), also called commonly the Japanese pond terrapin and the Japanese pond tortoise, is a species of turtle in the...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Planters and Jardinieres

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Wood

Japanese Antique "Turtle" Garden Lantern
Japanese Antique "Turtle" Garden Lantern

Japanese Antique "Turtle" Garden Lantern

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H 3 in W 5.75 in D 4 in

Japanese Antique "Turtle" Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions- the first turtle lantern we have seen in this convenient size Japan, this handsome quality old "turtle" motif tea lantern is a good find and...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Pair Old "Turtle" Garden Lanterns
Japanese Pair Old "Turtle" Garden Lanterns

Japanese Pair Old "Turtle" Garden Lanterns

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H 7 in W 11.5 in D 5.5 in

Japanese Pair Old "Turtle" Garden Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions- the first pair (2) we've seen Japan, these handsome quality old "turtle" motif tea lanterns are a good find and authentic old works of art.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japan Special Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle
Japan Special Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle

Japan Special Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle

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H 0.67 in W 1.5 in D 1 in

Japan Special Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle

Located in South Burlington, VT

This was sourced from a large Japanese collection this past year. Signed bottom, fine original patina from good age Dimensions: turtle is 1.5 inches in length and 1 inches wide...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Japanese Drawing 'Old Man and Turtle'
Vintage Japanese Drawing 'Old Man and Turtle'

Vintage Japanese Drawing 'Old Man and Turtle'

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H 16.15 in W 16.15 in D 0.79 in

Vintage Japanese Drawing 'Old Man and Turtle'

Located in London, GB

A vintage Japanese drawing depicting an 'Old Man and Turtle' framed and mounted in silk brocade.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Late 19th Century Japanese Eternal Turtle Netsuke
Late 19th Century Japanese Eternal Turtle Netsuke

Late 19th Century Japanese Eternal Turtle Netsuke

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H 4.75 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in

Late 19th Century Japanese Eternal Turtle Netsuke

Located in Chicago, IL

The most highly prized designs were carved with elaborately detailed patterns or evocative imagery, like this stunning treasure made over a century ago during Japan's Edo period (161...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Boxwood

Japanese Big Antique "Turtle" Garden Lighting Lantern
Japanese Big Antique "Turtle" Garden Lighting Lantern

Japanese Big Antique "Turtle" Garden Lighting Lantern

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H 7 in W 9 in D 6 in

Japanese Big Antique "Turtle" Garden Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions- the first turtle lantern we have seen in this convenient size Japan, this handsome quality old "turtle" motif tea lantern is a good find and...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Meiji Crane Lotus Turtle Candle Holder
Japanese Meiji Crane Lotus Turtle Candle Holder

Japanese Meiji Crane Lotus Turtle Candle Holder

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H 12 in W 6 in D 4 in

Japanese Meiji Crane Lotus Turtle Candle Holder

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A single bronze Japanese candlestick with crane resting on top of a turtle with lotus leaf candle cup on top.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Candelabras

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Bronze

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' Edo Era 1800s
Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' Edo Era 1800s

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' Edo Era 1800s

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H 1.58 in W 2.05 in D 1.78 in

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' Edo Era 1800s

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around Edo period 1800s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan. Initially a simply-carved button fastener on ...

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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtles and Shell', 1920s
Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtles and Shell', 1920s

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtles and Shell', 1920s

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H 1.38 in W 1.97 in D 1.58 in

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtles and Shell', 1920s

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around Taisho period 1920s. This netsuke was made by Katsuei (you can find his signature on the bottom of this netsuke.) Netsuke is a minia...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke " A Turtle with 7 Frogs", Signed
Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke " A Turtle with 7 Frogs", Signed

Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke " A Turtle with 7 Frogs", Signed

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H 1 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in

Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke " A Turtle with 7 Frogs", Signed

Located in Norton, MA

Presenting a fine treasure of a Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke " A Turtle with 7 Frogs", depicting 7 frogs resting on the top of a turtle shell with an intricated carving skill on a su...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Fine Japanese 2 Section Tansu with Crane and Turtle Hardware
Fine Japanese 2 Section Tansu with Crane and Turtle Hardware

Fine Japanese 2 Section Tansu with Crane and Turtle Hardware

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H 45 in W 42 in D 17.5 in

Fine Japanese 2 Section Tansu with Crane and Turtle Hardware

Located in San Francisco, CA

An attractive Japanese sugi wood (Japanese cedar) tansu in 2 sections, one with 2 long drawers the other with 1 long and 1shorter drawer and a compartment with 2 small drawers all mo...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Spectacular Large Japanese Lacquer Box with Crane and Turtle Maki-e
Spectacular Large Japanese Lacquer Box with Crane and Turtle Maki-e

Spectacular Large Japanese Lacquer Box with Crane and Turtle Maki-e

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H 5.91 in W 12.6 in D 15.75 in

Spectacular Large Japanese Lacquer Box with Crane and Turtle Maki-e

Located in Fukuoka, JP

An impressive large Japanese lacquer box exquisitely decorated with refined maki-e imagery of cranes and a turtle, traditional Japanese symbols of longevity, prosperity, and auspicio...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Lacquer

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Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Extraordinary Bronze Art Nouveau Garden Lantern Crab, Turtle, & Crane
Japanese Extraordinary Bronze Art Nouveau Garden Lantern Crab, Turtle, & Crane

Japanese Extraordinary Bronze Art Nouveau Garden Lantern Crab, Turtle, & Crane

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H 38 in Dm 18 in

Japanese Extraordinary Bronze Art Nouveau Garden Lantern Crab, Turtle, & Crane

Located in South Burlington, VT

The first we have seen Japan, a handsome fine quality large bronze lantern in Art Nouveau taste replete with a crab, turtle, lady bug and crane topped, vine motif firebox and with f...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1860s-1900s / Figurine Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1860s-1900s / Figurine Sculpture Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1860s-1900s / Figurine Sculpture Wabi Sabi

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H 4.73 in W 14.18 in D 7.09 in

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1860s-1900s / Figurine Sculpture Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old Japanese wood carved turtle. It is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1800s-1860s/Folk Crafts Object Mingei
Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1800s-1860s/Folk Crafts Object Mingei

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1800s-1860s/Folk Crafts Object Mingei

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H 3.35 in W 7.49 in D 12.6 in

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Turtle 1800s-1860s/Folk Crafts Object Mingei

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old Japanese carved wooden turtle. This item is from the Edo period (1800s-1860s).

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Old Hand Cast Turtle and Gourd Form Flower Accessories Plus
Japanese Old Hand Cast Turtle and Gourd Form Flower Accessories Plus

Japanese Old Hand Cast Turtle and Gourd Form Flower Accessories Plus

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H 12 in W 4.5 in D 3.25 in

Japanese Old Hand Cast Turtle and Gourd Form Flower Accessories Plus

Located in South Burlington, VT

Here's a beautiful and unique way to assist and accent your indoor or outdoor flower arrangements with this treasure from Japan! This is a very nice group of two old heavy hand cas...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Japanese turtle you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Japanese turtle for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and wood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Japanese turtle, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A Japanese turtle is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one Japanese turtle that is appealing in its simplicity, but Makuzu Kozan produced versions that are worth a look.

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The average selling price for a Japanese turtle at 1stDibs is $1,249, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $28,500 for the highest priced.

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