Japanese Antique Stone Komainu (Guardian Lion-Dog)Sculpture/1600s~1680s Wabisabi
Located in 足利市, JP
This powerful and deeply atmospheric Japanese Komainu (Guardian Lion-Dog) stone sculpture is a rare, museum-quality masterpiece dating back to the early to mid-Edo period (17th to ea...
Stone
Japanese Antique Wooden Sculpture Komainu(Guardian Lion-Dog)1600s~1680s Wabisabi
Located in 足利市, JP
This exceptionally rare Japanese guardian lion (Komainu), depicting the closed-mouth "Un" form, dates back to the early Edo period (17th century). Carved from a single block of wood...
Glass, Wood
Japanese Antique Wooden Sculpture Komainu(Guardian Lion-Dog)1780s~1850s Wabisabi
Located in 足利市, JP
This remarkably unique, hand-carved Japanese Shinto guardian lion (Komainu) dates from the late Edo period (circa 1780–1850) and originates from the mountainous region of Nagano Pref...
Wood
Japanese Incense Burner in Hand-Etched Brass with Komainu, Signed
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A signed 'ceremonial' incense burner in hand-edged brass. Decorated with Komainu Japanese for Foo dog/lion to both sides. It also has a handle typical for examples used in ceremonial...
Brass
Japan medallions tsuba Tanaka school Edo period
Located in PARIS, FR
On one side, medallions of a dragon with gold highlights and a komainu (or shishi – lion dog guarding the temple).
Gold, Iron
Antique Pair French Japonisme Gilt Patinated Bronze Marble Tables Gueridons
By Edouard Lievre
Located in London, GB
At the centre, a pierced, stepped oval stretcher is surmounted by a finely modelled komainu - a traditional Japanese lion-dog figure associated with protection and the dispelling of ...
Marble, Bronze
Chinese Shaka Triad Sculpture Foo Dogs Elephant Dragon Statue 59"
Located in Dayton, OH
They are shown with their respective animal vehicles (Fu Dog / Fu Lions / Komainu and Elephant). The figures are set on a fluffy cloud with a dragon piercing through the lower left ...
Stone
Pair of Antique Japanese Paintings of Karashishi, Edo Period, 18th Century
Located in Prahran, Victoria
The Karashishi (Chinese lion) and Komainu (Korean dog) are thought to have been introduced to Japan in around the 7th and 8th centuries AD.
Gold Leaf
Large Antique Meiji Period Porcelain Imari Lidded Jars Urns
Located in Tarry Town, NY
The ribbed dome-shaped lids, adorned with lion-dog (Komainu) finials, exude regal charm and sophistication, while the baluster-shaped jars, with corresponding ribbed forms, add a sen...
Porcelain
Vintage Chinese Komainu Guardian Lion Foo Dog Blue 19cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Vintage glazed ceramic Komainu statue with a crackle effect, Guardian Lion, or better known as a Foo Dog, hand-painted in turquoise, green, and gray.
Ceramic
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H 13.98 in W 6.7 in D 10.63 in
Japanese Antique 'KOMAINU' Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 1336s-1392s / Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese "KOMAINU". It is an item from the early Muromachi period (Nanbokucho period, 1336s-1392s). It was carved from cedar wood. Komainu are guardian dogs. Koma...
Cedar
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H 14.38 in W 5.12 in D 8.27 in
Japanese Old Wood Carving Guardian Dog KOMAINU 1336s-1573s/Antique Wabisabi Art
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese "KOMAINU". It is an item from the Muromachi period (1336s-1573s). It was carved from cedar wood. Komainu are guardian dogs. Komainu exist in pairs. In Ja...
Cedar
Japanese Antique Stone Guardians "Komainu" Hand carved Pair
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels Japanese fine antique pair old Meiji period hand carved stone Komainu Lion-dog temple guardians. Fine condition with original patina j...
Stone
Japanese Antique Stone Guardians "Komainu" Hand carved Pair, 1890
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels Japanese fine pair old Meiji period hand carved stone Komainu Lion-dog temple guardians. Fine condition with original patina just...
Stone
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H 7.25 in Dm 4.25 in
Antique 19thC Japanese Porcelain Meiji Period Imari Lidded Ginger Jar Vase 1890
Located in Portland, OR
The dome topped lid decorated with a Komainu finial (Japanese lion-dog temple guardian).
Porcelain
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H 0.67 in W 0.51 in D 1.18 in
JAPAN 1920 Taisho Period Bulldog Ojime Carved In Precious Wood And Onyx
Located in Miami, FL
Dogs In Japanese Culture While the Bulldog isn't a traditional Japanese symbol like the Lion Dog (Komainu) or Akita, it appears through Western influence, notably in the popular Bul...
Onyx
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H 14.18 in W 7.29 in D 9.45 in
Japanese Antique 'KOMAINU' Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 1600s-1700s / Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A-Un," or "A-Un," is the Japanese word for "guardian dog. Komainu exist in pairs. Since ancient times in Japan, komainu (guardian dogs) have been considered to be objects that purify...
Cedar
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H 13.78 in W 5.52 in D 9.85 in
Japanese Antique Shrine Guardian Dog Statues 'Komainu' 1800s-1860s/Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wooden carved komainu. It is from the late Edo period (1800s-1860s). Made of cedar wood. Since ancient times in Japan, it has been believed that komainu ...
Cedar
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H 13 in W 10 in D 9 in
Antique Japanese Year of Dog Guardians Komainu Hand carved Stone Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan fine pair old Edo mid-19th century period hand carved sand stone Yokohama Komainu Lion-dog temple guardians. Excellent condition.
Sandstone
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H 10.5 in W 3.75 in D 6 in
Vintage Midcentury Pr Japanese Komainu Lion Dogs Ceramic Turquoise Green Glaze
Located in Topeka, KS
Komainu, direct translation is Korean Dog, are Japan’s mythical lion dogs.
Ceramic
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H 4 in W 6 in D 3 in
Brilliant Pair of Antique Japan Yokohama Komainu Lion-Dogs Mint, Signed & Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Signed, and boxed Japan fine antique pair of brilliantly handmade, hand-painted ceramic Yokohama Komainu Lion-dog temple guardians. Excellent condition.
Ceramic, Wood
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H 13 in W 10.5 in D 6 in
Japanese Fine Bronze Antique Lion Garden Dog with original collector box
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a superb old bronze casting of a signed early 20th century Komainu lion dog complete with its very own signed collector box tomobako Quality: Early heavy casting with fine o...
Bronze
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H 11.03 in W 14.57 in D 6.7 in
Japanese Antique wood burl sculpture, lion dog display stand wabi sabi art piece
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Tree root display stand (Dai), made from antique wood burl, which looks like a lion dog / Komainu / Foo dog. The product of 1930s to 50s (mid Showa period) estimate from the style &a...
Wood, Burl
Large Japanese Blue & White Charger, 19th Century, #3
Located in Norton, MA
A very larger charger with weavon decorated with a Komainu or foo dog surrounded by flowers. Komainu charger marked on the bottom.
Porcelain
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H 12.52 in W 7.09 in D 5.01 in
Antique Japanese stone lion statue/19th century/Edo period/Garden decoration
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We are pleased to introduce this charming Komainu (guardian lion-dog) statue, believed to have been crafted in the late Edo period of Japan (mid-1800s).
Granite
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H 14 in Dm 7.5 in
Pair Large Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Imari Lidded Jars Urns, 1880
Located in Portland, OR
The jars having ribbed dome shaped lids topped with lion-dog (Komainu) finials, the baluster shaped jars also of corresponding ribbed form.
Porcelain
Japanese Big Bronze Planter
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions travels Big and beautiful, boxed From Japan comes this old and beautiful hand cast bronze Usubata or flower planter Haineke with dramatic "Foo...
Bronze
1980's Kansai Yamamoto Komainu Sweater
By Kansai Yamamoto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fun sweater from Kansai Yamamoto is made of red and navy textured wool blend and depicts a Komainu (Chinese lion dog) with a three-dimensional mane.
Large Japanese Cloisonné Meiji Bowl
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Meiji bowl, circa 1870 A deep bowl with the interior featuring a Komainu ((??), lion-dog, holding a lotus flower in its mouth.
Metal
CLOSE OUT SALE: Pair of Vintage Ceramic Turquoise Foo Dog on Stand
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Offered by the Antique Textiles Galleries: Pair of Vintage Ceramic Turquoise Foo Dog on Stand Komainu: The History of Japan's Mythical Lion Dogs On your roof, guarding your shrine, a...
Ceramic
$800
H 13.98 in W 19.1 in D 19.3 in
Old Japanese wooden display stand and stool / 20th century/Wabi-sabi object
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This wooden display stand/stool was made in Japan around the 20th century. It's believed to be made from solid, solid zelkova (keyaki) wood, exuding a strong grain and sturdy texture...
Other
Early 17th century 'Incense Burner' ( Koro)
Located in Hudson, NY
Early 17th century incense burner( Koro) in basket weave nashiji lacquer pattern with chrysanthemum mons (the national symbol of Japan). Copper grill with detailed waves pattern. Foo...
Copper
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.
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