Rare Japanese Stool by Soetsu Yanagi
By Sori Yanagi
Located in Uccle, BE
Yanagi, potters Hamada Shoji (1894–1978) and Kawai Kanjiro (1890–1966). In 1926, the Folk Art Movement
Seagrass, Cherry
Japanese Oribe Chawan Tea Bowl by Kato Tokuro
Located in Atlanta, GA
Muneyoshi, Kawai Kanjiro, and Hamada Shoji. After the war, Kato founded and became the first chairman of
Ceramic
$3,450
H 10 in W 4.75 in D 4.75 in
Shoji Hamada Tenmoku Glaze & Kaki Trailing Vase with Original Signed Sealed Box
By Shoji Hamada
Located in Studio City, CA
Kawai, Shiko Munakata, Kawai Kanjiro, and Rosanjin Kitaoji. A major goal of many ceramic artists in
Stoneware
Japanese Modernist Beige Studio Ceramic Flower Vase, Circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
philosopher Yanagi Sōetsu and potters like Hamada Shōji and Kawai Kanjirō, the Mingei (folk craft) movement
Ceramic
Kanjiro, Kawai Platter
By Kanjiro Kawai
Located in Stockbridge, MA
One of Japan's greatest Mingei artist's. Kanjiro, Kawai's work is so distinctive which is clear in
Ceramic
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H 6 in W 10 in D 10 in
Important Japanese Hand-Painted Blue and White Crab Bowl Signed Kusube Yaichi
Located in South Burlington, VT
the school were Yagi Isso, Kawamura Kitaro, Kawai Kanjiro and Hamada Shoji. First accepted as a Teiten
Ceramic, Pottery
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H 10 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Japanese Fine Antique Tall Hand Cast Bronze Bud Vase Signed Mint & Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
, Hamada Shoji and Kawai Kanjiro, that formed the heart of the Japanese tea ceremony, and truly defined the
Bronze
Japanese Stunning Red and Green Hand Cast Bronze Vase, 1930
Located in South Burlington, VT
artists Bernard Leach, Hamada Shoji and Kawai Kanjiro, that formed the heart of the Japanese tea ceremony
Bronze
Japanese Collection Three Hand Cast Red Bronze Vases, 1912-1940s
Located in South Burlington, VT
his Craft, as espoused by the great artists Bernard Leach, Hamada Shoji and Kawai Kanjiro, that formed
Bronze
Big Japanese Hand Cast Bronze Art Deco Vase 1930's - best in class
Located in South Burlington, VT
artists Bernard Leach, Hamada Shoji and Kawai Kanjiro, that formed the heart of the Japanese Tea Ceremony
Bronze
Japanese Monumental Antique Hand cast Bronze “Flying Cranes” Studio Vase
Located in South Burlington, VT
revered. It was his Craft, as espoused by the great artists Bernard Leach, Hamada Shoji and Kawai Kanjiro
Bronze
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H 11 in W 5 in D 5 in
Shoji Hamada Mingei Kakiyu Kaki Persimmon Glaze Vase Original Signed Sealed Box
By Shoji Hamada
Located in Studio City, CA
artists and potters as Bernard Leach, Lucie Rie, Gyokudo Kawai, Shiko Munakata, Kawai Kanjiro, and
Pottery, Stoneware
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H 6.5 in W 5 in D 5 in
Japanese Special Antique Bronze Vase with Red and Green Murashido Finish, 1940
Located in South Burlington, VT
espoused by the great artists Bernard Leach, Hamada Shoji and Kawai Kanjiro, that formed the heart of the
Bronze
Japanese Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
philosopher Soetsu Yanagi alongside potters like Shoji Hamada and Kanjiro Kawai. This movement championed the
Stoneware
Kanjiro Kawai, Iris Vase Mingei Japanese
By Kanjiro Kawai
Located in Berkeley, CA
Classic form and glaze from this iconic potter of the Japanese Mingei movement.
Copper
Large White Shussai Pottery Pitcher, Japan, 1990s
By Bernard Leach
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
. Through meeting the important figures in Mingei movement including Yanagi, Leach, Kanjiro Kawai and Shoji
Ceramic
George Nakashima Mira Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nakashima Walnut Mira Chair Original Surface Marked Showroom on underside of Chair Seat
Walnut
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$2,500 / item
H 29 in Dm 19 in
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
$1,200
H 12.64 in W 28.15 in D 37.29 in
Japanese antique wooden sofa table/Late 19th century/Wabi-sabi low table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a board and a wooden box that were used in Japan from the Meiji period to the early Showa period. These two can be combined to make a low table. The tabletop is made of eithe...
Cedar
Japanese Low Table, Wabi-sabi, 1920s, Japan
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
The antique low table, that was crafted from old Japanese wood. The top panel has been roughly shaved and showcases various marks and scratches that tell a story of its history. It...
Wood
$849
H 17 in W 15.75 in D 14 in
Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko Japan Mid-Century Modern Stacking Stool
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in St. Louis, MO
Single bentwood stool by Isamu Kenmochi (1912-1971) for Akita Mokko. Original condition, minor scuffs. Label, circa 1950s Kenmochi was one of the most significant designers in mid...
Beech
$2,200 / item
H 12.6 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Legless Floor Chair Japanese Modern Style Bentwood Chair
By Studio Jig
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Legless floor chair in the Japanese modern style. In tradition Japanese style, floor chair is set on traditional Tatami Igusa floor along with table. Made of Yoshino cedar which is a...
Wood
Shoji Hamada Mingei Kakiyu Kaki Glaze Japanese Studio Pottery Yunomi Teacup
By Shoji Hamada
Located in Studio City, CA
An exquisite, beautifully crafted, and wonderfully designed Yunomi teacup by master Japanese potter Shoji Hamada featuring his wax-resistant technique and highly coveted rich Kaki gl...
Stoneware
Wharton Esherick Important Sofa
By Wharton Esherick
Located in Chicago, IL
Wharton Esherick important sofa for Lawrence and Alice Seiver. We are pleased to offer this exceptional item, the epitome of the American Craft Movement and the first of Eshericks so...
Poplar, Tulipwood, Walnut
$27,800
H 1.13 in W 72 in D 21 in
George Nakashima 6 Foot Free Edge Corner Counter Shelf or Console, Signed, 1971
By George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A corner-mounted counter shelf or floating console table by George Nakashima comprising a single slab in American black walnut with two free edges, signed and dated 1971 to the under...
Walnut
19th Century Japanese Shunga Hand-Scroll, Katsukawa School
Located in Kyoto, JP
Shunga Unknown artist Meiji era, circa 1880 Hand-scroll mounted with 12 paintings Ink, pigment and gofun on silk Dimensions: Each image measures H. 23.2 cm x W. 34...
Silk
Wooden Coat Rack / Reproduction of European Hanger Rack
By Japanese Studio
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Wooden coat rack inspired by an antique display fixture from a French boutique. The combination of brass pipes and wood is beautiful. Made to order (delivery approx. 6 weeks) ...
Brass
$16,428
H 27.17 in W 22.45 in D 18.12 in
George Nakashima Mid Century Wooden Walnut Grass Straw Dining Office Chair 1960s
By George Nakashima
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and iconic mid century dining / office chair in walnut wood and grass seating by George Nakashima produced by his studio in United States, 1960s. In good overall and original co...
Seagrass, Walnut
George Nakashima Studio Conoid Bench Signed Mira Nakashima, 1992
By George Nakashima, Mira Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
George Nakashima Studio Conoid bench signed Mira Nakashima 1992. The bench is walnut has hickory spindles and rosewood butterfly joints. This bench was commissioned for a private col...
Hickory, Walnut
George Nakashima Origins Headboard by Widdicomb
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nakashima design headboard for a king or queen sized bed for his Origins series by Widdicomb, 1959. Constructed of East Indian Laurel wood in the original Sundra finish, clean...
Elm
$3,450
H 11.5 in W 7 in D 7 in
Shoji Hamada Mingei Kakiyu Kaki Persimmon Glaze Vase Original Signed Sealed Box
By Shoji Hamada
Located in Studio City, CA
An exquisite, beautifully crafted, sumptuously glazed vase by Japanese Mingei Mashiko pottery master Shoji Hamada, which features a fine example of his highly coveted rich Kaki/persi...
Pottery, Stoneware
From Japanese handmade earthenware pottery, originating circa 14,500 B.C. and adorned with elaborate corded patterns known as jōmon, to natural elm case pieces and storage cabinets built in Qing dynasty–era China to mid-century Thai rice-paper charcoal rubbings, antique and vintage Asian art and furniture make for wonderful additions to all kinds of contemporary interiors.
Eastern elements elevate any home’s decor. Introduce zen sensibility to your living room, dining room and bedroom with the neutral color palettes and the natural materials such as rattan, bamboo and elm that we typically associate with traditional Asian furniture. Decorative handwoven embroideries and textiles originating from India and elsewhere on the continent, which can be draped over a bed or sofa or used as a wall hanging, can be as practical as they are functional, just as you wouldn’t seek out Japanese room-divider screens — often decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile — merely for privacy.
With everything from blanket chests to lighting fixtures to sculptures and carvings, it’s easy to tastefully bring serenity to your living space by looking to the treasures for which the East has long been known.
For British-born furniture designer Andrianna Shamaris, the Japanese concept of beauty in imperfection isn’t limited to her Wabi Sabi collection. She embraces it in her New York City apartment as well. In the living area, for instance, she retained the fireplace’s original black marble while swathing its frame and the rest of the room in bright white.
“We left the fireplace very clean and wabi-sabi, so that it blended into the wall,” says Shamaris, who further appointed the space with a hand-carved antique daybed whose plush pillows are upholstered in antique textiles from the Indonesian island of Sumba.
In the growing antique and vintage Asian art and furniture collection on 1stDibs, find ceramics from China, antiquities from Cambodia and a vast range of tables, seating, dining chairs and other items from Japan, India and other countries.
Decorated with white cranes and the sought-after thousand-butterflies motif, the Meiji-period vessel offers both a celebration of traditional aesthetics and a clear reflection of the era’s appetite for exquisite export pieces.
For 25 years, gallerist Betsy Nathan has leveraged her keen eye and key connections to bring a unique selection of rare finds to the market.
Now working alongside his daughter Bianca, dealer Joel Chen has presented a most covetable array of antiques, art and contemporary creations for more than 40 years.
From cherry-blossom-adorned walls paired with glamorous lighting to wood-paneled ceilings above checkerboard-patterned chairs, these 12 spaces seamlessly blend Eastern and Western aesthetics.
The dealer and curator has spent the past 50 years amassing a collection of exceptional art, furniture and architectural elements that trace the cultural influence of the Spanish empire from Europe to the Americas and beyond.
These spaces exemplify how Eastern elements elevate a home's decor.