What are characteristics of Japanese art?

There are a variety of different types of Japanese art. One of the oldest and most admired forms of Japanese art is the art of calligraphy, which originated in the sixth or seventh century. Another type of art, ukiyo-e, is the art of the woodblock print, which depicts scenes of female beauties; kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers and more. You’ll find a variety of Japanese artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

What is the focus of Japanese art?

The focus of Japanese art varies. Many traditional Japanese artists sought to capture the beauty of nature in their works. However, other Japanese artists have produced work with Buddhist themes, and contemporary artists working in the country have been inspired by a range of subjects, from socioeconomic and political issues to pop culture. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Japanese art.

What is the writing on Japanese art?

The writing on Japanese art is calligraphy art called shodo. It uses Japanese kanji and kana characters. There are a variety of different shodo styles of art, including Kaisho, which is the basic, foundational form of the art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Japanese calligraphy art from top sellers..

What is the Japanese sea art called?

What the Japanese sea art is called depends on its type. Many examples of sea art from Japan are called ukiyo-e. This term refers to woodblock prints made during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai is arguably the most famous ukiyo-e print depicting the sea. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Japanese woodblock prints.

How can you tell if art is Japanese or Chinese?

To tell if art is Japanese or Chinese, study the piece's characteristics. With paintings, Chinese artists often use more color and tend to fill their entire canvases, while Japanese artists often include more negative space and choose subtler colors. There are also differences between the brushstrokes typical of traditional Chinese and Japanese art. In Japanese paintings, brushstrokes are often short and sharp. On the other hand, Chinese paintings often display longer, more fluid brushstrokes. Learning about the defining features of various art forms and periods and looking at examples of pieces made by Japanese and Chinese artists can help you learn to spot subtle differences. Explore a diverse assortment of Japanese and Chinese art on 1stDibs.

What is the most popular Japanese art style?

Many art styles originated in Japan and grew in popularity over the years. Some of the most popular styles include shodo (calligraphy), ikebana, kanou and yamato-e. You’ll find a wide variety of authentic Japanese art from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is Japanese wall art called?

What Japanese wall art is called depends on its type. There are numerous kinds of Japanese paintings and prints, including nihonga and ukiyo-e. A Japanese wall scroll is known as a kakejiku or kakemono. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese wall art.

Midcentury Japanese Art

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Mid Century Japanese Woodblock Print

19th Century Japanese Paintings

Japanese Iron

Flower And Bird Painting

Mid Century Japanese Ceramic Horse and Boy Sculpture

$150

H 5.9 in W 5.7 in D 2.3 in

Mid Century Japanese Ceramic Horse and Boy Sculpture

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

This Mid Century art pottery figurine of a boy on a horse has been attributed to both Lisa Larson

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Hiroshi Honda Signed Japanese American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Oil Painting

$1,495

H 24.5 in W 30.5 in D 1.5 in

Hiroshi Honda Signed Japanese American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Oil Painting

Located in Studio City, CA

Hawaii at the turn of the 20th century. He was sent to Kumamoto, Japan at age six for schooling and help

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Dark green hand forged and gilt iron decorative room divider /rolling screen

$1,700

H 59.75 in W 27.5 in D 12 in

Dark green hand forged and gilt iron decorative room divider /rolling screen

Located in New York City, NY

screen can be used in any room setting, eg: Country French, Traditional, Italian design, Mid century, Art

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wrought Iron

G.H. Rothe Signed Mezzotint Arabesque

$2,500

H 42.5 in W 30 in D 0.1 in

G.H. Rothe Signed Mezzotint Arabesque

By Gatja Helgart Rothe

Located in Forney, TX

Gallery, est.1983, Austin, Texas. 2022 Mid-Century Art, Furnishings & Coins catalog, lot #0366 Artist

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

Mid-20th Century, Showa, Japanese Steel Teapot

$1,504Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.19 in Dm 8.27 in

Mid-20th Century, Showa, Japanese Steel Teapot

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Japanese steel teapot with nice design. Age: Japan, Showa Period, Mid-20th Century Size: Height

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Vintage Original Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas

$1,650 / set

H 25.25 in W 22.25 in D 1.75 in

Vintage Original Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

interior designers seeking an authentic piece of mid-century art history. Elevate your private collection

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Japanese Pottery Vessel, Japan, Wabi Sabi, Mid-20th Century

$500

H 8.27 in Dm 5.12 in

Japanese Pottery Vessel, Japan, Wabi Sabi, Mid-20th Century

Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP

Japanese pottery vase, mid-20th century, with a strong sculptural presence and wabi-sabi character

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Japanese Imari Rabbit Bowl, Meiji Period, mid 19th Century, Japan

$6,800

H 4.75 in Dm 13.75 in

Large Japanese Imari Rabbit Bowl, Meiji Period, mid 19th Century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

Period (1864 to 1912), mid 19th century, Japan The fantastic Imari bowl featuring a central design of

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Japanese Satsuma Covered Vase, Showa Period, Mid 20th Century, Japan

$2,700

H 23 in Dm 11 in

Large Japanese Satsuma Covered Vase, Showa Period, Mid 20th Century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

, Showa period, mid 20th century, Japan. The large vase of attractive baluster form, with a slightly

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Pair Mid Century Japanese Framed Signed Oshie Art C.1950

$2,672 / set

H 12.21 in W 9.65 in D 0.4 in

Pair Mid Century Japanese Framed Signed Oshie Art C.1950

Located in London, GB

Pair Mid Century Japanese Framed Signed Oshie Relief Art C.1950 Oshie decorative art meaning

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Textile, Acrylic, Paper

Mid-20th Century Japanese Signed Yamamoto Ginbari Cloisonne Vase

$120

H 7.63 in W 3.88 in D 3.88 in

Mid-20th Century Japanese Signed Yamamoto Ginbari Cloisonne Vase

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Mid-20th century signed Yamamoto ginbari cloisonne vase, Japan. Pigeon blood vase. Marked

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Blanc de Chine Porcelain Vase - Unsigned - Japan - Mid 20th Century

$180

H 3.63 in Dm 3.25 in

Mid Century Blanc de Chine Porcelain Vase - Unsigned - Japan - Mid 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Mid Century Blanc de Chine porcelain vase - small size - unsigned - Japan - mid 20th century

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Mashiko Cup Japanese Mid-Century Studio Pottery

$295

H 4 in Dm 3 in

Large Mashiko Cup Japanese Mid-Century Studio Pottery

Located in Norton, MA

A Japanese Mashiko Cup studio pottery with stylized designs in the brown glazed body in the manner

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Pair of Japanese Mid-Century Studio Pottery Bowls-Signed

$275 / set

H 2.5 in Dm 4.5 in

Pair of Japanese Mid-Century Studio Pottery Bowls-Signed

Located in Norton, MA

Pair of Japanese mid-century studio pottery bowls-signed In good original new condition and just

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Mid-20th Century Japanese silk embroidered framed painting

$931

H 9.18 in W 11.46 in D 0.6 in

Mid-20th Century Japanese silk embroidered framed painting

Located in Delft, NL

Mid-20th Century Japanese silk embroidered framed painting A silk embroidered painting and is

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk

Large Japanese Imari Fluted Charger, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century, Japan

$8,500

H 3.5 in Dm 25 in

Large Japanese Imari Fluted Charger, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

?), Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The magnificent Japanese Imari charger measures 25" in

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Stacking Incense Box, Ju-Kobako, Meiji Period, Mid 19th century, Japan

$6,000

H 2.5 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in

Japanese Stacking Incense Box, Ju-Kobako, Meiji Period, Mid 19th century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

, late Edo or early Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. Crafted in maki-e lacquer and formed as a

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Silver

Pair of Japanese Mid-Century Studio Pottery Tea Cups

$275 / set

H 2 in Dm 2.5 in

Pair of Japanese Mid-Century Studio Pottery Tea Cups

Located in Norton, MA

In good original new condition and just found in the warehouse, never used before.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Mid-20th Century, Showa, A Pair of Japanese Ceramic Pots 'Hibachi'

$1,500 / set

H 8 in Dm 7.88 in

Mid-20th Century, Showa, A Pair of Japanese Ceramic Pots 'Hibachi'

Located in Sampantawong, TH

device. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa period, Mid-20th Century Size: Height

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Japanese Lady Bug Incense Burner

$200

H 2 in W 3.5 in D 4 in

Mid Century Japanese Lady Bug Incense Burner

Located in San Diego, CA

Antique iron lady bug sculpture with a nice patina. Removable vented piece, for burning incense, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

$260Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 6 in W 4 in D 2.5 in

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of vintage, rosewood carved foo dogs from Japan. Excellent condition and patina

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Japanese 3 Tea Cups from Mid-Century Studio Pottery

$195

H 3.25 in Dm 3.5 in

Vintage Japanese 3 Tea Cups from Mid-Century Studio Pottery

Located in Norton, MA

Vintage Japanese 3 tea cups from mid-century studio pottery. In good original new condition and

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Mid Century Japanese Iron Bird Incense Burner

$180

H 8.75 in W 2.5 in D 8 in

Mid Century Japanese Iron Bird Incense Burner

Located in San Diego, CA

Antique iron bird sculpture with a nice patina. Removable vented piece, for burning incense, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Pair of Mashiko Yaki Japanese Mid-Century Studio Pottery Yunomi

$475 / set

H 3 in Dm 3 in

Pair of Mashiko Yaki Japanese Mid-Century Studio Pottery Yunomi

Located in Norton, MA

A very stylish Japanese Mashiko Yaki studio pottery Yunomi with stylized designs in panels set

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Daruma, Japanese, Carved Wood, Mid-20th Century

$550

H 11 in W 4 in D 4 in

Daruma, Japanese, Carved Wood, Mid-20th Century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Japanese Wooden Daruma Daruma, a Japanese Zen God who lost the use of his legs from sitting and

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early-Mid 20th century Traditional Japanese Hanamaki Clay Cat Doll

$200

H 6.11 in W 5.24 in D 3.94 in

Early-Mid 20th century Traditional Japanese Hanamaki Clay Cat Doll

Located in Chiba, JP

Traditional Hanamaki clay doll, early-mid 20th century, Iwate, Japan. H 15.5 x W 13.3 x D 10 cm

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Clay

Mid-20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Koi Fish Vase with Artist Sign

$1,450

H 11.82 in Dm 7.29 in

Mid-20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Koi Fish Vase with Artist Sign

Located in Sampantawong, TH

, partnership and success. Age: Japan, Showa Period, Mid-20th Century Size: Height 30 C.M. / Width 18.5 C.M

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Large Japanese Imari Charger, Edo/Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan

$1,800

H 1.75 in Dm 18.25 in

Large Japanese Imari Charger, Edo/Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A large 18.25" diameter Japanese Imari porcelain charger, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Lacquer Incense Burner, Koro, Edo period, mid 19th century, Japan

$1,250

H 2.88 in Dm 2.44 in

Japanese Lacquer Incense Burner, Koro, Edo period, mid 19th century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

, Edo Perio, mid 19th century, Japan. The barrel shaped koro formed as a traditional chaire, vessel for

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Copper

Pair Large Framed Japanese Calligraphy "Dragon" & "Tiger", Mid 20th Century

$43,000 / set

H 62.25 in W 37.25 in D 2 in

Pair Large Framed Japanese Calligraphy "Dragon" & "Tiger", Mid 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A large and powerful pair of Japanese calligraphic works, mid 20th century, Japan. One reading

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Expressionist Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Mid-20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Animal Rooster with Artist Sign

$680Sale Price|20% Off

H 6.19 in W 4.34 in D 2.09 in

Mid-20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Animal Rooster with Artist Sign

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Japanese bronze animal rooster with artist sign. Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th century Size

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Textile Art

$388Sale Price|20% Off

H 18.5 in W 15.5 in D 1 in

Japanese Textile Art

Located in San Diego, CA

Asian men and women printed on cloth, Circa 1950´s. Beautiful original frame with small crack as shown. Sold as is.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Decorative Art

Materials

Grasscloth

Mid-Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Tile Art of a Japanese Woman 12 Tiles

$1,295

H 34.5 in W 28.25 in D 1.85 in

Mid-Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Tile Art of a Japanese Woman 12 Tiles

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous depiction of a Japanese Geisha in a series of 12 ceramic tiles framed. Each tile is a work

Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Japanese Rare Mid Century "Wave" Pattern Garden Bench

$1,480Sale Price|69% Off

H 18 in W 71 in D 11.5 in

Japanese Rare Mid Century "Wave" Pattern Garden Bench

Located in South Burlington, VT

Extraordinary mid century design This is a handsome Japanese mid century heavy hardwood bench hand

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Mid-20th Century Japanese Kutani Blue Moriage Dragonware Teapots set

$262Sale Price|25% Off

H 7.25 in W 9 in D 5 in

Mid-20th Century Japanese Kutani Blue Moriage Dragonware Teapots set

Located in Pomona, CA

Beautiful vintage Japanese blue Moriage teapots set. Hand painted richly decorated with a dense

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

5 Large Japanese Blue and White Tea Cups of Mid-Century Studio Pottery

$275 / set

H 4 in Dm 3 in

5 Large Japanese Blue and White Tea Cups of Mid-Century Studio Pottery

Located in Norton, MA

5 large Japanese blue and white tea cups of mid-century studio pottery, depicting large fishes and

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Toshiko Takaezu Signed Mid-Century Modern Japanese Hawaiian Studio Pottery Bowl

$2,495

H 3.5 in Dm 6.75 in

Toshiko Takaezu Signed Mid-Century Modern Japanese Hawaiian Studio Pottery Bowl

By Toshiko Takaezu

Located in Studio City, CA

work or other Mid-Century Modern/Hawaiian art potters or make for an eye-catching stand-alone accent

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Tashiko Tazaezu Signed Mid-Century Modern Japanese Hawaiian Studio Pottery Bowl

$2,995

H 3.25 in W 7 in D 7.25 in

Tashiko Tazaezu Signed Mid-Century Modern Japanese Hawaiian Studio Pottery Bowl

By Toshiko Takaezu

Located in Studio City, CA

Toshiko's work or other Mid-Century Modern/Hawaiian art potters or make for an eye-catching stand-alone

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Pottery

Tashiko Tazaezu Signed Mid-Century Modern Japanese Hawaiian Studio Pottery Bowl

$2,495

H 3.5 in W 6.75 in D 6.5 in

Tashiko Tazaezu Signed Mid-Century Modern Japanese Hawaiian Studio Pottery Bowl

By Toshiko Takaezu

Located in Studio City, CA

piece. Would be a great addition to any collectors of Toshiko's work or other Mid-Century Modern

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Pottery

Mid 20th Century kimono textile art " Growing ~ Longevity ~" by ikasu Pink Japan

$720

H 31.5 in W 13.39 in D 0.79 in

Mid 20th Century kimono textile art " Growing ~ Longevity ~" by ikasu Pink Japan

By Kimono ikasu

Located in Setagaya City, JP

as "soshibori," which has been practiced in Japan since the 6th to 7th century. In this intricate

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Japonisme Paintings and Screens

Materials

Canvas, Silk

Japanese White Glazed Hirado Ware Puppy, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century

$3,200

H 6 in W 4 in D 2.5 in

Japanese White Glazed Hirado Ware Puppy, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century

By Hirado

Located in Austin, TX

, Edo to Meiji period, early to mid 19th century, Japan. The cute puppy is portrayed seated upon his

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Bronze Usubata with Waves and Plovers, Edo Period, Mid-19th Century

$4,800

H 9 in W 12 in D 12 in

Japanese Bronze Usubata with Waves and Plovers, Edo Period, Mid-19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

vessel being supported by crashing waves and flying chidori. Edo Period, mid-19th century or earlier

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Mid 19th Century Framed Japanese Painting. Longhorn Beetle & Poppies.

$4,800

H 51.5 in W 21.5 in D 0.75 in

Mid 19th Century Framed Japanese Painting. Longhorn Beetle & Poppies.

Located in Kyoto, JP

leading painter and theorist within a circle of mid-19th century Japanese scholars who were intensely

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Mid 19th Century Framed Japanese Painting. Spider & Morning Glory.

$4,800

H 51.5 in W 21.5 in D 0.75 in

Mid 19th Century Framed Japanese Painting. Spider & Morning Glory.

Located in Kyoto, JP

leading painter and theorist within a circle of mid-19th century Japanese scholars who were intensely

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Mid 19th Century Framed Japanese Painting. Snail, Wasp & Hollyhock.

$4,800

H 51.5 in W 21.5 in D 0.75 in

Mid 19th Century Framed Japanese Painting. Snail, Wasp & Hollyhock.

Located in Kyoto, JP

leading painter and theorist within a circle of mid-19th century Japanese scholars who were intensely

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Large Japanese Imari Charger 16", Edo / Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan

$1,900

H 3.25 in Dm 16 in

Large Japanese Imari Charger 16", Edo / Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A large and charming Japanese imari charger with Chinese boys, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th

Category

Antique 1860s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Imari Ten Sided Dish, Edo / Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan

$950

H 2 in W 11.5 in D 12 in

Japanese Imari Ten Sided Dish, Edo / Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

enamels, Edo to Meiji Period, mid 19th century, Japan. The ten sided dish features a charming Chinese

Category

Antique 1860s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Tashiko Tazaezu Signed Mid-Century Modern Japanese Hawaiian Studio Pottery Bowl

$2,495

H 3.15 in W 10.25 in D 9.85 in

Tashiko Tazaezu Signed Mid-Century Modern Japanese Hawaiian Studio Pottery Bowl

By Toshiko Takaezu

Located in Studio City, CA

Toshiko's work or other Mid-Century Modern/Hawaiian art potters or an eye-catching stand-alone work in about

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Pottery

Mid-20th Century, Showa, Large Japanese Wooden Tray with Koi Carp Fish Design

$680Sale Price|20% Off

H 2.21 in Dm 20.75 in

Mid-20th Century, Showa, Large Japanese Wooden Tray with Koi Carp Fish Design

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Large Japanese wooden tray with koi carp fish design. Age: Japan, Showa Period, Mid-20th Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Tin Litho Friction Police Highway Patrol Helicopter, C1960, Japan

$295

H 4.75 in W 13 in D 8 in

Mid Century Tin Litho Friction Police Highway Patrol Helicopter, C1960, Japan

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous friction helicopter from Japan C 1960. Toy works great, push copter and the blades start

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Toys

Materials

Tin

Mid Century Modern Wood Japanese "Kokeshi" Doll, circa 1940

$1,021

H 9.65 in Dm 2.76 in

Mid Century Modern Wood Japanese "Kokeshi" Doll, circa 1940

Located in Barcelona, ES

Japanese doll called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of Five Ceramic Cups by Kitaoji Rosanjin, Japan, Mid-20th Century

$10,000

H 4.53 in W 19.69 in D 4.14 in

Set of Five Ceramic Cups by Kitaoji Rosanjin, Japan, Mid-20th Century

By Rosanjin Kitaoji

Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP

A rare and poetic set of five cups attributed to Kitaōji Rosanjin (1883–1959), one of Japan’s most

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Japanese Lacquer Duck Box by Zohiko, Showa Era, Mid 20th Century, Japan

$900

H 4 in W 7.5 in D 3 in

Vintage Japanese Lacquer Duck Box by Zohiko, Showa Era, Mid 20th Century, Japan

By Zōhiko Studio

Located in Austin, TX

A finely decorated vintage Japanese box for precious incense, kogo, in the shape of a male mandarin

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Decorative Art Openwork Iron Partition

$7,814

H 100.4 in W 139.77 in D 1.58 in

Japanese Decorative Art Openwork Iron Partition

Located in Marseille, FR

ceremony, one of which is playing the shamisen like Japanese prints and serving as a room divider, note

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Iron

Japanese Arita Kraak type Dish, Mid-17th century, Edo Period

$2,000

H 1.19 in Dm 8.08 in

Japanese Arita Kraak type Dish, Mid-17th century, Edo Period

Located in seoul, KR

This piece was created in Japan presumably during the second half of the 17th century, with two

Category

Antique 17th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Blue & White Bowl, Hand Painted, Signed, Japan, Mid 20th Century

$1,000

H 3.25 in Dm 9.25 in

Vintage Blue & White Bowl, Hand Painted, Signed, Japan, Mid 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Vintage blue and white bowl - hand painted mountain views with trees - signed - Japan - mid 20th

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid 20th Century obi textile art " Moon phase II " by ikasu Silver Black Japan

$490

H 0.79 in Dm 13 in

Mid 20th Century obi textile art " Moon phase II " by ikasu Silver Black Japan

By Kimono ikasu

Located in Setagaya City, JP

). << Explanation and meaning of pattern and colors >> In Japanese culture, the moon holds

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Japonisme Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silver Leaf

Recent Sales

Byobu - Japanese Folding Screen

Unavailable

H 53.55 in W 73.23 in D 0.79 in

Byobu - Japanese Folding Screen

By Japanese Studio

Located in Brescia, IT

Nice four-panel Japanese screen painted on vegetal paper, depicting a landscape with a red maple

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Japanese Folding Screens Gold Leaf

Unavailable

H 24.81 in W 108.67 in D 0.79 in

Japanese Folding Screens Gold Leaf

By Japanese Studio

Located in Brescia, IT

from the 11th-century Japanese literary classic "The Tales of Prince Genji." Painted with mineral

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Screen mid Edo gold leaf

Unavailable

H 66.54 in W 148.04 in D 0.79 in

Japanese Screen mid Edo gold leaf

By Japanese Studio

Located in Brescia, IT

This 18th century six-panel screen is truly special. The author is unknown, but his singular genius

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Tosa School Framed Six Panel Screen Gold Leaf

Unavailable

H 47.25 in W 110.24 in D 0.79 in

Japanese Tosa School Framed Six Panel Screen Gold Leaf

By Japanese Studio

Located in Brescia, IT

Japanese six-panel screen of the famous "Tosa school" made by an anonymous artist of the mid-18th

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Hiroshige Japanese Woodprint Mid 19th Century

Unavailable

H 14.18 in W 9.85 in D 0.04 in

Hiroshige Japanese Woodprint Mid 19th Century

By Hiroshige

Located in PARIS, FR

home education for women in the 19th century. It is a set with beautiful colors, well preserved.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Prints

Materials

Paper

Hiroshige Japanese Woodprint Mid 19th Century

Unavailable

H 14.18 in W 9.85 in D 0.04 in

Hiroshige Japanese Woodprint Mid 19th Century

Located in PARIS, FR

home education for women in the 19th century. It is a set with beautiful colors, well preserved.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Prints

Materials

Paper

Mid 20th Century Hand Painted Porcelain Japanese Framed Wall Art - Pair

Unavailable

H 20 in W 23.5 in D 1.25 in

Mid 20th Century Hand Painted Porcelain Japanese Framed Wall Art - Pair

Located in Charlotte, NC

brass hangers. Made in Hong Kong, in the mid 20th Century. Measures: 23.5w 1.25d 20h, Weighs

Category

Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Anglo-Japanese Decorative Art

Materials

Brass

Japanese Mid-20th Century Wakasa Lacquer Table

Unavailable

H 12.5 in W 48 in D 35.3 in

Japanese Mid-20th Century Wakasa Lacquer Table

Located in Stockbridge, MA

Japanese mid-20th century Wakasa lacquer table. This Wakasa lacquered table show off the more than

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Mid-19th Century, Imari Sake Vase, White and Blue, Edo Period, Art of Japan

Unavailable

H 16.93 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in

Mid-19th Century, Imari Sake Vase, White and Blue, Edo Period, Art of Japan

Located in Central Hong-Kong, HK

temperature has guaranteed an excellent condition to the sake vase with no cracks. Art of Japan Mid-19th

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Other Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-19th Century Japanese Bronze Incense Burner, Edo Period

Unavailable

H 10.63 in W 8.27 in D 14.97 in

Mid-19th Century Japanese Bronze Incense Burner, Edo Period

Located in Godalming, GB

Japanese bronze dragon-boat censer.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Set of Japanese Mid-Century Ginger Jars and Tray

Unavailable

H 6.75 in W 12 in D 6 in

Set of Japanese Mid-Century Ginger Jars and Tray

Located in Northbrook, IL

Stunning set of Mid-Century Japanese black and ivory ginger jar and tray. The lacquered tray has

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Lacquer

Mid 20th Century Japanese Faux Bamboo Framed Bird Prints - Pair

Unavailable

H 36.5 in W 16.25 in D 1 in

Mid 20th Century Japanese Faux Bamboo Framed Bird Prints - Pair

Located in Charlotte, NC

A pair of framed Japanese prints on paper depicting birds in nature, from the mid 20th Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Anglo-Japanese Prints

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Glass, Wood, Paper

Japanese Hasami "Hori Egypt" Handmade art vase made in Japan

Unavailable

H 11.03 in Dm 9.85 in

Japanese Hasami "Hori Egypt" Handmade art vase made in Japan

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

Handmade. Keinosuke Nagano was a potter and also worked as an elementary school teacher.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Early to Mid-20th Century Pair of Japanese Black Lacquer Benches

Unavailable

H 15.5 in W 39.5 in D 20 in

Early to Mid-20th Century Pair of Japanese Black Lacquer Benches

Located in Concord, MA

base. Early to mid-20th century. Measures: Seat height 15 1/2 inches, length 39 1/2 inches, depth 20

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Early 20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Lacquer

Paravento giapponese a sei pannelli dipinto su foglia d'argento

Unavailable

H 68.12 in W 143.31 in D 0.79 in

Paravento giapponese a sei pannelli dipinto su foglia d'argento

By Japanese Studio

Located in Brescia, IT

Paesaggio giapponese: paravento a sei pannelli dipinto a pigmenti minerali su foglia d'argento. Elegante e moderno esempio di arte orientale senza figure uccelli o fiori. Paravento b...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silver Leaf

Modern Japanese Art of Flower Arrangements Book with Obi

Unavailable

H 6 in W 17 in D 17 in

Modern Japanese Art of Flower Arrangements Book with Obi

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Modern Japanese Art of flower arrangements book presented with Obi A beautiful book covered in silk

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Paper, Parchment Paper, Silk

Arita Japanese art/object "Menkasha pottery board" 1950s

Unavailable

H 22.25 in W 31.5 in D 0.6 in

Arita Japanese art/object "Menkasha pottery board" 1950s

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

A "Gosho-guruma" is a vehicle that nobles rode in during the Heian period, and its pattern symbolizes the royal culture. Putting flowers on the "Hanaguruma" (flower cart) on the Gosh...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Japanese Trays

Unavailable

H 5 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in

Vintage Japanese Trays

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Kiri wood Japanese meal trays. Offered by .

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Japanese Cobalt Vases

Unavailable

H 8.25 in Dm 3.5 in

Pair of Japanese Cobalt Vases

Located in New York, NY

A pair of mid-20th century Japanese cobalt blue vases with design of bamboo.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Small Tansu Japanese Cabinet, Japan late Edo period

Unavailable

H 18.9 in W 23.82 in D 12.6 in

Small Tansu Japanese Cabinet, Japan late Edo period

Located in Saverne, Grand Est

. Original wrought iron fittings, magnificent patina acquired over time. Japan, late Edo period.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese Naruko Kokeshi Folk Art Wood Doll by Kumagai Otsu

Unavailable

H 9.25 in Dm 2.24 in

Japanese Naruko Kokeshi Folk Art Wood Doll by Kumagai Otsu

Located in London, GB

Japanese Kokeshi folk art wood doll by Kumagai Otsu. There are ten types of Kokeshi doll, this is

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Toys

Materials

Wood

Matched Pair of Blue and Red Glazed Japanese Mid-19th Century Vases Now as Lam

Unavailable

H 24 in Dm 13 in

Matched Pair of Blue and Red Glazed Japanese Mid-19th Century Vases Now as Lam

Located in London, GB

A matched pair of blue and red glazed Japanese mid-19th century vases now as lamps.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

3 Mid-Century Woodblocks

Unavailable

H 12.25 in W 12.25 in D 1.38 in

3 Mid-Century Woodblocks

By Kunihiro Amano

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

3 Mid-century woodblocks. Framed and Signed K. (Kunihiro) Amano (1929-). Signed in pencil. All 3

Category

20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Paper

Japanese Imari "Somenishiki tsubakimaru" incence holder made in Japan

Unavailable

H 2.96 in Dm 2.96 in

Japanese Imari "Somenishiki tsubakimaru" incence holder made in Japan

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Shibuya City, JP

India and nurtured in China. In Japan, during the Muromachi period, the traditional culture of "koudou

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Japanese Obi

Unavailable

H 3 in W 11.5 in D 3 in

Japanese Obi

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Red and White Brocade Design on a tightly Woven Fabric. The Brocade Design running the entire length of 150 inches. White Silk Thread Design is high-lighted on the Red Fabric. Wonder...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Silk

Japanese Arita "Umekomon incence" storage box made in Japan

Unavailable

H 3.94 in Dm 3.35 in

Japanese Arita "Umekomon incence" storage box made in Japan

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

Hand-painted. A kougou is a container used to hold incense materials.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

19th Century Japanese Patinated Bronze Vase

Unavailable

H 12.2 in Dm 9.8 in

19th Century Japanese Patinated Bronze Vase

Located in Paris, FR

A patinated bronze vase in shape of a baluster, Japan, late Edo period (1600-1868)

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Important Japanese Arita 'Imari' Porcelain Dish Decorated with Birds, Japan Edo

Unavailable

H 3.15 in Dm 20.48 in

Important Japanese Arita 'Imari' Porcelain Dish Decorated with Birds, Japan Edo

Located in Saverne, Grand Est

peonies. The reverse is signed "Zoshuntei Sanpo Zu". Japan, Mid-19th Century.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Covered Imari Vase

Unavailable

H 14.97 in Dm 7.88 in

Japanese Covered Imari Vase

Located in Fremantle, W.Australia

Mid-18th century Japanese Imari porcelain covered vase, circa 1760 with a Heraldic beast on the lid.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Arita "Sarasa" lamp

Unavailable

H 23.23 in Dm 17.72 in

Japanese Arita "Sarasa" lamp

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

Hand-drawn. Originally, Sarasa referred to cloth with floral and bird motifs painted on it. Choosing the right lighting is an important point in effectively enhancing the atmosphere ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Japanese Arita Planter cover

Unavailable

H 19.3 in Dm 19.69 in

Japanese Arita Planter cover

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

The technique, reminiscent of Song dynasty red ceramics, used by Kakiemon is called "nigoshi-de" or "muddy brushstroke," which enhances the warm and childish charm of the piece by ap...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Japanese Mingei (Folk) Gathering Basket

Unavailable

H 19 in W 17 in D 1 in

Japanese Mingei (Folk) Gathering Basket

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Japanese Mingei (Folk Art) Gathering Basket This hand made gathering basket is from Northern Japan

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Folk Art Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber

Japanese Wedding Kimono

Unavailable

H 10 in W 24 in D 32 in

Japanese Wedding Kimono

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Vintage "uchikake" Japanese Wedding Kimono. The Kimono is handmade embroidered silk fabric

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Textiles

Materials

Silk

Rare Pair of Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Vases, Japan Late Edo Period

Unavailable

H 11.82 in Dm 6.3 in

Rare Pair of Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Vases, Japan Late Edo Period

Located in Saverne, Grand Est

circle with the cross, coat of arms of the Shimazu clan. Japan, late Edo.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Japanese Arita "Yamakage" Handmade vase

Unavailable

H 10.24 in Dm 9.06 in

Japanese Arita "Yamakage" Handmade vase

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

Hand-drawn. Using gradations of sometsuke (Japanese underglaze blue) to create a sense of depth and

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Pair of Japanese Aorigawa with Gold Waves

Unavailable

H 0.13 in W 23.5 in D 20 in

Pair of Japanese Aorigawa with Gold Waves

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful antique pair of Japanese Samurai saddle trappings (Aorigawa). These would have hung on

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Leather

Japanese Blue and White Imari Shallow Bowl or Charger

Unavailable

H 1.48 in Dm 12.21 in

Japanese Blue and White Imari Shallow Bowl or Charger

Located in Antwerp, BE

A Japanese Imari shallow bowl or charger with a beautifully mountain scene in blue and white

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase

Unavailable

H 13 in Dm 8.27 in

Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase

Located in Fremantle, W.Australia

Japanese covered Imari Porcelain vase, circa 1880.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Arita "Koimari Botan" lamp

Unavailable

H 22.64 in Dm 16.54 in

Japanese Arita "Koimari Botan" lamp

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

This is a hand-drawn piece. The fusion of pottery and a lamp is rare, and there are not many existing works of this kind. The choice of lighting is an important point to effectively ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Japanese Arita "Suichuuka" Handmade vase

Unavailable

H 13 in Dm 6.7 in

Japanese Arita "Suichuuka" Handmade vase

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

Hand-drawn. Imagine a flower blooming in a vessel filled with water.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

19th Century Japanese Imari Charger

Unavailable

H 1.5 in Dm 16 in

19th Century Japanese Imari Charger

Located in Concord, MA

Japanese imari charger, circa 1840. Diameter: 16 inches. Provenance: Acquired in 1978 from Harumi

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Imari "Sukash"i incence holder

Unavailable

H 2.96 in Dm 3.94 in

Japanese Imari "Sukash"i incence holder

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

India and nurtured in China. In Japan, during the Muromachi period, the traditional culture of "koudou

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Japanese Arita "Akadami MadoriKujaku" planter cover

Unavailable

H 18.9 in Dm 19.69 in

Japanese Arita "Akadami MadoriKujaku" planter cover

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

brush containing ink. This technique is used to create a sense of mismatch in both Western and Japanese

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Japanese Arita "Koimari" planter cover small

Unavailable

H 14.97 in Dm 14.97 in

Japanese Arita "Koimari" planter cover small

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

during the Edo period. They have a mismatched feeling with both Western and Japanese styles, and make for

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Meiji Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase

Unavailable

H 24.41 in Dm 13.39 in

Meiji Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase

Located in Fremantle, W.Australia

Finely painted and gilt Meiji period Japanese Imari Porcelain vase, circa 1860.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japan, 19th Century Hannya Noh Mask

Unavailable

H 11.03 in W 6.5 in D 6.7 in

Japan, 19th Century Hannya Noh Mask

Located in Paris, FR

The Hannya mask is a Noh mask which represents a jealous female demon or serpent. It has two sharp bull-like horns, metallic eyes and a leering mouth split from ear to ear. It is gen...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Masks

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Kabuki Doll

Unavailable

H 5 in W 4 in D 2.5 in

Japanese Kabuki Doll

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering this stunning Japanese Kabuki doll. Made of simple lines with gorgeous textiles chosen for

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Custom Pillow Cut from a Vintage Japanese Silk Uchikake Wedding Kimono

Unavailable

H 13 in W 22 in D 6 in

Custom Pillow Cut from a Vintage Japanese Silk Uchikake Wedding Kimono

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

Custom pillow cut from a vintage Japanese silk Uchikake, the traditional wedding kimono. The silk

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Silk

Japanese Arita/Imari "Iwakikyou" soup pot

Unavailable

H 9.06 in Dm 10.63 in

Japanese Arita/Imari "Iwakikyou" soup pot

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

Hand-drawn. The kikyo pattern has long been popular in porcelain painting and decoration.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Japanese Arita "Koie" Handmade large plate

Unavailable

H 3.55 in Dm 21.66 in

Japanese Arita "Koie" Handmade large plate

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

Hand-drawn. Decorative plates incorporate traditional designs that reflect the changing seasons. While staying true to tradition, new expressions suitable for the times are sought, a...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Japanese Men's Haori, circa 1940

Unavailable

H 40 in W 48 in D 0.13 in

Japanese Men's Haori, circa 1940

Located in Antwerp, BE

Men's cotton Haori jacket with a resist printed family crest repeated three times on the back, circa 1940. The top part of the interior retains the original lining in cotton plaid. T...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Custom Pillow Cut from a Vintage Japanese Silk Uchikake Wedding Kimono

Unavailable

H 13 in W 22 in D 6 in

Custom Pillow Cut from a Vintage Japanese Silk Uchikake Wedding Kimono

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

Custom pillow cut from a vintage Japanese silk uchikake, the traditional wedding kimono. The silk

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Silk

Hand Painted Vintage Japanese Sake Bottle

Unavailable

H 9.5 in Dm 6 in

Hand Painted Vintage Japanese Sake Bottle

Located in New York, NY

A beautifully shaped and glazed hand painted Japanese sake bottle with gorgeous calligraphy. A

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Fine Japanese Studio Floral Ceramic Vase

Unavailable

H 7 in Dm 8 in

Fine Japanese Studio Floral Ceramic Vase

Located in Asheville, NC

Fine Japanese Studio floral ceramic vase. Beautiful piece, crackle with a shino glaze.

Category

20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Japanese Imari "Somenishiki Tsubakitakedutsu" Handmade incence holder

Unavailable

H 4.14 in Dm 3.55 in

Japanese Imari "Somenishiki Tsubakitakedutsu" Handmade incence holder

By Arita

Located in Shibuya City, JP

India and nurtured in China. In Japan, during the Muromachi period, the traditional culture of "koudou

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Custom Pillow Cut from a Vintage Silk Japanese Uchikake Wedding Kimono

Unavailable

H 22 in W 22 in D 7 in

Custom Pillow Cut from a Vintage Silk Japanese Uchikake Wedding Kimono

Located in Glen Ellyn, IL

Custom pillow cut from a vintage Japanese silk Uchikake, the traditional wedding kimono. The black

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Textiles

Materials

Silk

Pair of Japanese Openwork Candle Stands

Unavailable

H 22.5 in Dm 8 in

Pair of Japanese Openwork Candle Stands

Located in New York, NY

A pair of 19th century antique Japanese ornately decorated openwork metal candle stands.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Metal

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Midcentury Japanese Art For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of midcentury Japanese art for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and paper. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of midcentury Japanese art — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each choice in our collection of midcentury Japanese art bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. Hiroshi Yoshida, Japanese School and Tomio Kinoshita each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of midcentury Japanese art that is worth considering.

How Much is a Midcentury Japanese Art?

A piece of midcentury Japanese art can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $895, while the lowest priced sells for $30 and the highest can go for as much as $402,500.

Finding the Right Asian Art And Furniture for You

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.

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