Showa Furniture

This is a beautiful black Japanese display shelf. The wood is oak. Oak has long been used for luxury furniture in Japan. The design is very sim...

product of early Showa era (1920s - 30s) , about 100 years-old 2 tier Mizuya tansu (Kitchen cabinet) with 5 drawers, can be divided into two. Made for the one of the wedding trousseau - heard from the original owner family - using fine Zelkova (Keyaki Elm) generously, as the family was running the lumber dealer - Cedar is premium quality too. Brass drawer handles are engraved & partly patinated. Finished with traditional Urushi lacquer. Smooth opening & closing operation for all drawers & sliding doors. Height of each tier - upper 28.77 in / lower 26.37 in Actual item weight : 66 lb (30 kg) *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture...

This is an old Japanese display cabinet. Made of chestnut and cedar wood. Since it has been around 100 years, the chestnut tree is unpainted, but the color has become darker. This w...

For your special garden setting or indoor display space. Big Hand Cast Bronze Bell Dimensions: 19 Inches Tall and 11 inches diameter Handsome original old green patina- just the w...

For your special garden setting or indoor display space. Big Hand Cast Bronze Bell Bold pleasing sound 21 Inches Tall Handsome original blue green patina. Signed in multiple areas by patrons Beautiful deep resonating ring tones await the new owner of this big one-of-a-kind vintage bronze bell from old Japan. Its beautiful natural blue gray patina makes it an attractive and desirable work of art. This distinctive dragon headed bell called ryuzu and remarkable protrusions called chi chi or nyu are crafted by generations old skilled Japanese specialists to improve sound resonance and are unique to Japan's ancient traditions. This vintage hand cast bronze temple bell dates to the middle Showa period, mid-20th century. A scarce survivor, this rugged bell was gently used. Please note its impressive cast dragon headed top ryuzu, thick walls and original blue gray toned patina. Dimensions: 21 inches tall and 12 inches diameter. It has been used and possesses an original aged blue green patina appropriate to its age-just the way we like to find them. Its deep resonating sound is guaranteed to please you. This bold sound brings to the Japanese people - the voice of Buddha- is even more impressive because of its thick walls (see photo). This bell sound and voice of Buddha was used to deliver wishes to the temples patrons and followers. We will also include a complimentary hand striker. Unique. Great garden consideration. Only One. Lifetime guarantee of authenticity. History of Japan's temple bells, bonsho : Rather than containing a clapper, bonsho is struck from the outside, using either a handheld mallet or a beam suspended on ropes. Antique Japanese bronze temple bells...

Japanese finely hand carved wooden screen "ranma" or transom featuring a spectacular composition of a finely carved single flying crane “tsu...

Large Burl Wood Shikiita Kadai or Tea Tray. This large burl wood shikiita kadai or tea tray is a beautiful and unique piece of Japanese craftsmanship. It is made of burl wood, a type of wood with a distinctive and often swirling grain pattern. The tray is in good used condition with a slight natural wood bent. It measures 85 x 43 cm (33.5 x 17 inches) and is 2 cm (0.8 inch) thick. Burl trays or stands have been used in Japan to display objects such as vases and sculptures. They are also used in the tea ceremony, where they are used to hold the tea bowl, water scoop...

From our recent Japanese acquisitions Handsome long sounding old hand hammered bronze temple chanting meditation bell orin. Heavy quality which assures a rich resonating sound. Chanting meditation bell shrine Orin includes zabuton silk cushion and wood bachi hitter, three pieces. Long, pleasant serene sound. An authentic Japanese treasure to accompany you in meditation, reflection and pleasure- perfect for your home, studio, or an impressive garden choice. We guarantee that its deep and serene reverberating sound will please you. History of temple bells From Japan comes this huge hand-hammered and wrought bronze percussion instrument which was created by specialized century's old Samurai craftsman with dimpled construction and includes an incised signature of maker along rim. This temple bell sets atop a later plush silk display base with silk pillow and old authentic Japanese striker. When struck, it creates a big serene reverberating sound perfect for stress relief meditating, or as a warm, welcoming and pleasant house guest...

This is a stool used at Minoya Elementary School in Gunma Prefecture, Japan. The back of the seat has the name of the school and the fact that it was built in 1965. A simple stool with an oak top and iron legs. Two plastic parts on the toe are missing, but there is no problem in use. Old school...

It is a simple stool made with only two materials, the top plate and the base. It is carved with a chisel, but I think this is an expression for creating a pattern on the surface. it...

This bench was used in a house built in the early Showa period (after World War II) in Tokyo. A sturdy bench made of oak. It is a bench with a Perian-like design and is very modern. It has been used indoors and is in excellent condition with no major defects. I think that such special furniture...

It is a work table used by old Japanese craftsmen. This was used to hang a plane on a wooden square bar. It is an item from the Showa period. The material is Persimmon tree...