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Place of Origin: Japanese
Japan Antique Daruma Hand-Carved Talisman of Perseverance and Good Luck
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a dramatic large-scale antique Daruma hand-carved in the round with
finely detailed hair, nose and brows - a wooden Talisman of perseverance and good luck from the early 20th century.
These were hand turned and hand carved to serve as solid wood molds for making paper mache versions.
While they occasionally appear in Japanese antique markets...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japan Antique Kasuga "Deer" Granite Stone Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Call or Contact Us For Details
An antique classsic beauty with all original pieces.
Japan, a fine tall kasuga "deer" granite stone lantern with beautifully engraved designs incl...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite
Japon, période Meiji - Okimono en Bronze représentant un Héron
Located in TOULON, FR
OKIMONO EN BRONZE FIN REPRÉSENTANT UN HÉRON
Japon, période Meiji (1868-1912)
Un héron debout finement modelé, les pattes et les pieds finement texturés, les ailes et le plumage soign...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Blue Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers
Located in South Burlington, VT
A handsome quality pair (2) of original blue hand painted sturdy old "Iris, Flowers & Vines" tea garden lanterns in a convenient portable size.
May be suspended from loops or instal...
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20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese antique stone Buddha "Fudo Myoo"/1700-1800/Edo period/Garden ornament
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese stone Buddha made in the late Edo period.
This stone Buddha is a Buddha statue called Fudo Myoo.
Fudo Myoo is a Buddhist statue that has been popular in Japan...
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18th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese Rare Large Bird Sculpture, Modernist Masterpiece
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful and Rare example- first we have seen in this exquisite simple modernist bird form.
The artist , Hiramatsu Koshun ( 1896-1975) lived in Osaka and studied under Ktsura Kosh...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Pair of Hand Painted Wooden Kokeshi Dolls, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Hand Painted Wooden Kokeshi Dolls, circa 1940
Origin: Northern Japan, circa 1940
Style: Japanese Kokeshi Dolls
Material: Wood
Experience the enchanting artistry...
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1940s Edo Vintage Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Tall Antique Five Elements Stone Pagoda 180 Inches- best in class
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just discovered from an old Kyoto garden.
Call us For Details...
For the finest garden- a spiritual representation of five earthly and celestial elements.
Japan, a monumental antique stone pagoda tower that is nearly five meters , about 180” tall,
hand carved from solid granite, Taisho period circa 1920s, and a spiritual representation of five earthly and celestial elements.
This pagoda rivals a similar example given by Sapporo, Japan to the Portland, Oregon Japanese garden (See Portland's Japanese Garden Pagoda...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite
Japanese Tall Antique Buddha Seven Roof Stone Pagoda- best in class, 13.5 feet
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just Found, Call or message us for details.
For the finest garden- a monumental and spiritual representation of the Buddha expressed in this substantial 13.5 feet seven roof pagoda with four buddha images carved on base.
Japan, a monumental antique stone pagoda...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite
Japanese Rare Antique Red Kurama Stone Spirit Lantern, One-of-a-Kind
Located in South Burlington, VT
Best In Class
From our recent Japanese acquisitions travels.
This unusual hard to find old Japanese red kurama stone lantern is known as an Obakedouro "Spirit lantern...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese Old Garden House Model Stone Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
To your garden from Japan, and a recent Japanese acquisition
Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with this treasure from Japan!
This is ...
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Mid-20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese Large Old Signed Bronze Temple Bell with Bold Sound, 19 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
For your special garden setting or indoor display space.
Large Hand Cast Original Green Patina Bronze Bell With Makers Signature emblazoned on its side. Bold pleasing sound
Beautiful deep resonating ring tones await the new owner of this large one-of-a-kind antique bronze bell from old Japan. Its beautiful light green 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 antique hand cast bronze temple bell dates to the middle Showa period, mid last century.
Signed with the makers name please see photographs.
A rare 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: 19 inches tall and 11 inches diameter. It has been used and possesses an original light green aged patina appropriate to its age-just the way we like to find them.
Its deep resonating sound is guaranteed to please you. In addition. It’s bold sound of 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...
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Late 19th Century Showa Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japan Large Antique Stone Joyful Temple Lion, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan a tall early antique stone temple mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dog Lion also known as Komainu hand-carved in sandstone.
Dimensions: 23 inches high and 10 inches wide and 16 inches deep
Age: great age dating to the middle Edo period (1800-1840). Old and original patina with aged and substantial traces of encrustation still visible. Ancient repair.
These Older Buddhist mythological Komainu like this example are infrequently found in not only this impressive size, but in this early age. Today these are often seen guarding entrances to Japanese Buddhist temples and shrines.
About Shishi Komainu Ah and Un:
Temple Shishi are traditionally depicted, one with mouth open (Ah) and one with mouth closed (Un). Ah is the first sound in the Japanese alphabet...
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Early 19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
Japanese Big Bronze Crane Garden Fountain With Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just received from our last shipment from Japan- the first we've seen
Japan, a fine tall large scale red crested bronze garden crane purposely cr...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Large 1842 Bronze Temple Bell Resonating Sound Guaranteed to Please You
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a rare dated large bronze hand hammered temple bell rin, Edo period , incised and dated Tenpo era 13th (1842) around rim.
When struck emits a pleasing bold reverberating sound guaranteed to please you.
Bell is in very good condition... Includes red lacquered display base as shown and a complimentary striker
This hand-hammered and wrought bronze percussion instrument created by specialized Samurai craftsmen with dimpled construction and incised signature of maker along rim sets atop a round red lacquered footed wood display base with wooden striker and when struck creates a serene reverberating sound. Perfect for meditation gardens or interior spaces.
Total Height of bronze bell with red lacquered stand...
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1840s Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Beautiful Antique Stone Water Basin And Planter Tsukubai, Unique
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare Find
From our recent Japanese Acquisition Travels- comes this unusual large garden stone vessel in the form of a delightful sculpture- totally repurposed as an elegant water b...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese Large Old Stone Seated Garden Buddha
Located in South Burlington, VT
Seated Buddha with mama prayer beads original paint , good garden candidate
A large beautiful and uncommon style Japanese seated Buddha who is seated and clutches in his hands mala ...
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20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese Rare Large Old Kappa Folk Art Garden Stone Water Deity
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare one-of-a-kind hand carved sculpture
Japan a rare large old hand carved stone Kappa folk art garden water deity or river child- protector for children along waters’ edge. Kappa ...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese Massive Bronze Calming Trophy Koi Fish, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
A giant hand cast serene bronze trophy koi fish sculpture Yuuri signifying calm and comfort
by Japanese master metal artist, Ota Ryohei.
Signed on base official label still present...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Petite Butterfly Flower Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
An unusual hard to find size and scale -and a beautiful design of butterflies galore.
Japan, this handsome heavy hand cast quality old round "Petite Yukimi" motif tea garden lante...
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20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Old Vintage Pair Mahogany Rabbits
Located in South Burlington, VT
Good mahogany patinated garden candidates with old Japan labels
This Japanese pair (2) of larger scale solid hand cast rabbits usagi with a mahogany pat...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Fine Blue Impressions Tea Bowl Hand-Built and Hand Glazed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Mint Shozan tea bowl, Akatsu ware,
Blue Impressions.
From Japan, a beautiful hand-built, painted and glazed, Akatsu ware tea bowl in an impressive Picasso like impressionistic mot...
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1930s Showa Vintage Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Japanese Big Brilliant Blue And White Flowers Planter Bowl
Located in South Burlington, VT
Glistening blue glazed ceramic form planter or bowl, formerly a hibachi from old Japan dating 1930-1940.
Beautiful white flowers are revealed in under glaze cream and blue colors.
...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Meiji Period Carved Wood Okimono Man with Rabbits
Located in Newark, England
The charming figure, carved from a single piece of wood is exceptionally carved showing the male figure with humorous expression holding two Rabbits one by the ears and the second under his arm. A third Rabbit stands at the feet of the male looking up, each rabbit with a different expression. The male figure is wearing traditional Japanese attire with his hair tied back stood upon a naturalistic base. The figure dates to the Meiji Period (1868-1912) circa 1900.
Notes The Rabbit is one of the 12 animals to feature in the Japanese Zodiac signs which follows the Chinese astrological system along with the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig. Such division is connected with the Jupiter cycle around the Sun, which lasts about 12 years. As 2023 is the year of the Rabbit...
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Early 1900s Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Mechanical Toy from Kobe, Japan
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th century mechanical toy from Kobe, Japan.
This small mechanical toy was made in Kobe, Japan. This is the classic doll of a man chopping an...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Old Light House Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Nautical Delight Beams Safe Harbor At Night To All Sailors
This unusual "Light house" themed garden lantern is the first of this design we have seen.
Heavily hand cast, sturdily c...
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20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Classic Sun And Moon Garden Lantern, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese Classic Garden "Sun And Moon" Lantern With Cicada On Handle - Hard To Find, Signed
Japan, unusual large antique lantern design in an attractive craftsmen form perforated pa...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Copper
Isamu Noguchi Model 14A Akari Light Sculpture
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Glendale, CA
Isamu Noguchi Model 14A Akari Light Sculpture. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Anglo-Japanese Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Japanese Brilliant Spring Summer Gold Screen
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just acquired in Kyoto, Japan
A beautifully rendered smaller scale Japanese gold leaf six-panel folding screen byobu conceived in a convenient size 20 inches high and 54 inches leng...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Paper
Japanese Vintage Gilt Pheasant Bird Lighting Lantern Censer
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful old vintage gilt pheasant bird lantern and censer
From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition with original attractive gilding present.
Japan, an att...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Rare Old Pair Tall Trellis Flower Garden Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Handsome examples- first of this design we have seen.
Fine quality with original rustic garden patina.
A special and unique matching pair of tallest old "trellis" design lanter...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese antique small stone Buddha "Jizo Bodhisattva"/1750-1850/Rare design
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a small stone Buddha made after the middle of the Edo period in Japan.
It is a type of Buddha statue called Jizo in Japan, and is one of the bodhisattvas in the world of Budd...
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Late 18th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japan 1890 Meiji Carved Figure of Fortune God Daikoku As a Farmer With Coins
Located in Miami, FL
A Japanese carved sculpture of Daikoku.
Magnificent sculpture of the god of the fortune Daikoku, created in Japan during the Meiji period, circa 1890. The carving depicts the Japane...
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1890s Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ivory
Japanese Birds, Bamboo, And Plum Tree Summer Time Screen
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just acquired in Kyoto, Japan
A suumer time treat as this rendered smaller scale Japanese six-panel folding screen byobu was conceived in this convenient size 18 inches high and 4...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Paper
Japaneses pair of Golden metal Lotus Flowers in Temple black lacquered vases
By Dynasty Transorient
Located in Valladolid, ES
Spectacular pair of temple vases filled with golden lotus flowers. This set is called "Jyôka" and is placed on or next to an altar in a Buddhist temple. Made with meticulous techniqu...
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1970s Showa Vintage Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Japanese Unique Old Owl Face Cigar Stogie Tray
Located in South Burlington, VT
Even if you dont smoke cigars- delightful to display
Japanese Unique Old Owl Face Cigar Stogie Tray
This handsome Japanese quality over sized iron "Owl" faced cigar tray...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese antique wood carving "Kirin's legs" /1800s/Shrines and temples carvings
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Do you know Kirin?
It is a type of legendary animal that appears in Chinese mythology, and is a spiritual animal that has been passed down in Japan since ancient times.
At first glan...
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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Rare Hand Carved Antique Japanese Marble or Granite Buddha Head Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and one of a kind Buddha sculpture.
There are only very few people in the world who can accurately date this hand carved marble or granite Japanese Buddha head...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Japanese Bamboo Art Sculpture Kawashima Shigeo Soul's Trance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A contemporary bamboo sculpture art pieces by Japanese artist Kawashima Shigeo (1958-). Entitled
"Soul's Trace", this bespoken piece was made in 2009 and purchased from Tai Modern, ...
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Early 2000s Modern Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bamboo, Thread
Japanese Antique Bronze Cats Pair Hand Cast With Playful Pose
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions trip to Kyoto.
A fine pair of antique curious Japanese cast bronze sensuous cats beautifully handcrafted in an attractive and unusual style. Cats were originally domesticated because they hunted mice that would eat stored grains, protecting the food stores. It was a beneficial situation for both species, cats got a reliable source of prey, and humans got effortless pest control. This mutually beneficial arrangement began the relationship between cats and humans which continues to this day.
In Japan, there are also cats described as Maneki Neko, also referred to in English as the good fortune or good luck cat...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Fine Antique Bronze Temple Dragon
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions
A lovely example of a Japanese antique bronze dragon water spout miraculously saved from a temple vessel and dating to the late Meiji period, 1...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Large Japanese Ceramic Shi-Shi Dog Roof Tiles, Bizen Kiln, 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Pair of Large Japanese Ceramic Shi-Shi Dogs roof tiles, Bizen kiln, 20th c.
Bizen kiln is one of the oldest and well known kilns in Japan. This is a very unusual pose of Shi-Shi Do...
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20th Century Folk Art Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Clay
Japanese Fine Pair Older Dragon Bells Resonate Beautiful Serene Sounds
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful Complimentary Sound Matching Pair Bronze Dragon Bells
Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with these treasures from Japan!
It...
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20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Pair Old Big Feet Owl Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Pair bursting brilliant night light in all directions!
From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition with attractive verdigris and gilding present.
Hard to find pa...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Kokeschi Sosaku
Located in Roma, IT
The Kokeshi are Japanese dolls, originally from the north of Japan. They are handcrafted from wood, have a simple trunk and an enlarged head with a few fine, painted lines to define ...
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1980s Edo Vintage Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Small wooden Buddha statue painted with Japanese lacquer/"Senju Kannon"/Edo
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a small Japanese wooden Buddha statue.
The deity is called "Thousand-Armed Kannon."
Doctrinally, he is Kannon Bodhisattva with a thousand hands.
The thousand hands represent ...
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18th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Japanese Antique Wood Carving Daruma 1860s-1900s / Sculpture Mingei Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old wooden Daruma doll.
It was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
The material is cedar wood.
A wooden model of Daruma doll.
Many Daruma dolls were mass-prod...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Pair Fine Tall Antique Stone Sun And Moon Pathway Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Our last pair (2) Pathway lanterns
Wouldn't these antique garden stone lanterns look perfect for your garden entry or pathway, pool, patio, or deck ?
Attractive antique petite ston...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese Antique Wood Carving Daruma 1900s-1920s / Sculpture Mingei Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old wooden Daruma doll made in Japan.
It was made in the Meiji period (1900s-1920s).
The material is cedar wood.
This wooden model is the original Daruma doll.
Many D...
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Early 1900s Meiji Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Tall Antique Stone Sun And Moon Pathway Lantern Beautiful Details, 40"
Located in South Burlington, VT
Wouldn't this antique garden stone lantern look perfect for your garden entry or pathway, pool, patio, or deck ?
Just acquired, our Japan stone "Arts & Crafts" antique stone pathway...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese antique small Jizo stone Buddha/18th-19th century/Edo period
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a small stone Buddha made during the Edo period in Japan.
His dignity is "Jizo Bodhisattva".
She has a cute figure and a gentle face.
It also depicts a lotus flower, with bo...
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18th Century Edo Antique Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japan Fine Antique Bronze Kanon Guanyin Signed Shohei, Beautiful Face
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a fine and elegant antique Kanon Guan Yin standing in a classic compassionate mudra- a superb work of art cast in solid bronze with original traces of old gold gilding.
Signe...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Kideko Otomo Doll Wooden folk toy
Located in Chiba, JP
KIDEKO - Also called Otomo dolls as the one of unique traditional Japanese wooden folk toys from Beppu, Oita area which are beliebed as the talisman god against evil, made by the loc...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell with Resonating Sound, Signed 21 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
For your special garden setting or indoor display space.
Big Hand Cast Bronze Bell Bold pleasing, and resonating sound.
21 Inches Tall.
Dated Taisho 15= 1926 , December 12
Signed for patron donors at Imari Ikishima
Donors include:
Fukui Sano and Fukui shie, Tomiyama kazuki,and Nichimao .
Handsome original old green patina- just the way we like to find them.
Signed by patron donors in two areas.
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 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 antique hand cast bronze temple bell dates to the Taisho period, early 20th century.
A scarce survivor, this rugged bell was gently used.
Please note its impressive cast dragon headed top ryuzu, thick walls and original dark patina.
Dimensions: 21 inches tall and 11 inches diameter. It has been used and possesses an original green aged patina appropriate to its age.
Its deep resonating sound is guaranteed to please you.
About Bonsho Bells "Voice of Buddha"
The earliest bells date to around 600 AD, although the general design is of much earlier Chinese origin and shares some of the features seen in ancient Chinese bells. Their penetrating and pervasive tone carries over considerable distances. The sound of the bell is thought to have supernatural properties. It is believed, for example, that it can be heard in the underworld.
In Japanese ceremonies, hanging bells are used for signaling during the prayer and for calling Buddhists to worship. In China, similar bells were employed in ensembles, where they represented the yin, or "receptive" principle, and were sounded after the beat of a large drum (yang, or "creative" element). The Japanese bonsho...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Imperial Coronation Hinamatsuri Doll Diorama
Located in New York, NY
Charming diorama, circa 1990s, representing the coronation of Emperor Akihito, born 1933, the 125th Emperor of Japan who ruled from 1989 until his abdication in 2019. With hand-pain...
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20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Glass, Wood
Japan Fine Old Stone Water Garden Basin Tsukubai
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a handsome round donut shaped stone water basin planter -tsukubai- created from natural granitefrom a decades old garden. This is a unique and visually attractive garden plant...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell
Located in South Burlington, VT
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...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Elegant Blue and Gilt Horse Hand Cast, Hand-Painted, Mint And Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor display space with this special treasure from Japan.
This is an attractive solid and finely cast effigy of an elegant horse ...
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Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
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