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Place of Origin: East Asian
18th Century Chinese Cloisonné Bronze Candle Holder Qianlong Period
Located in Media, PA
This is an exquisite 18th century Chinese cloisonné bronze candle holder from the Qianlong period. The piece features intricate designs and patterns, showcasing the skillful craftsma...
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18th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Large Japanese Bronze and Mixed Metal Vase After Suzuki Chokichi
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large and unusual form Meiji Period (1868-1912), bronze and mixed metal vase manufactured in the style ...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese all-matching Japanese gold lacquer ô’yoroi (great suit-of-armour)
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A striking all-matching Japanese gold lacquer ô’yoroi (great suit-of-armour) with vibrant orange cords, a multicoloured and light orange hem (kin’urushinuri hi’ito hi’suso tôsei gusoku ô’yoroi). - 28-plate black lacquer koboshi'bachi kabuto (helmet with small seated rivets) with decorative plates between with a reticulated chrysanthemum (kiku) design. Large short and broad kuwagata-antlers placed in u-shaped hardware with an elaborate reticulated chrysanthemum design surmounted by an en-suite circular maedate. Wide 5-tiered chrysanthemum-shaped tehen’no’kanamono (decorative apex fitting), 3-tiered gold lacquer ‘kiritsuke kozane’-plate shikoro (neck guards) transcending into large back-bending fukikaeshi (face guards) covered with light decorative ‘smoked leather’ and fitted with circular appliques with a chrysanthemum flower head design. - Black lacquer ‘angry man’-facial mask (resseibô) with a ruffled brown moustache and goatee, separate nose-piece, and 4-tiered gold lacquered ‘kiritsuke kozane’-plate gorget (yodarekake). - Sode (shoulder guards), ô-type, rectangular of shape constructed with 6 rows of ‘kiritsuke kozane’-plates. Equipped with long light orange silk cords with decorative tassels. - Kote (bracer), shino-type, gold lacquer metal pieces connected by Japanese mail (kaushi-gusari), placed over purple silk with orange and pink chrysanthemum (kiku) design. The hand guards (tekko) are decorated with various flower-emblems in relief. - Dô (cuirass), ‘môgami’-type, gold lacquered ‘kiritsuke kozane’-plates laced with orange silk cords. In front two, and in the back one kiku-shaped cord ring, the latter with a large age’maki (decorative silk tassel). 7-parts of 5-piece ‘kiritsuke kozane’-plate kusazuri (tassets). - Haidate (thigh armour) of 5-rows of 12 gold lacquered ‘iyo’-plates, matching silk and decorative ‘smoked leather’ borders. - Suneate (shin guards), tsubo-type, gold lacquer form-fitting metal plates continuing in a wing-shaped top, fastened by matching silk tateage. - Pair of kegutsu (fur shoes...
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Early 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Antique Chinese Silver Export Large Hand Mirror
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Chinese silver export large hand mirror depicting in low relief birds on the tree Maker: maker’s mark comprising the letters ‘C.L.’ Ma...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver

A Ming Dynasty Patinated Bronze Relief Work Vase Turned to a Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Hailing from the Ming period in 16/17th century, this monumental bronze vase is a fine example of the auspicious decor and markings unique to Chinese furnishings. The vase is cast wi...
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17th Century Ming Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

A Fine Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wire & Wireless Vase attributed to Ando.
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Japanese Cloisonne Enamel shouldered vase with a long neck worked in silver wire and wireless technique depicting a two bamboo trees and a bird perched along the branch...
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Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Wireless Musen Cloisonne Vase by Ando Jubei
By Ando Jubei
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Japanese cloisonne vase in bottle-form made by Ando Jubei (1876-1963) circa 1910-20s (late Meiji to Taisho period). The vase features a completely smooth surface without showing an...
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Early 20th Century Meiji East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Chinese Export Silver Beaker, circ 1890's
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese export repousse beaker, circ 1890. Wieght 3.3 oz., 4 3/8" tall
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Late 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Chinese Baitong Stacking Incense Clock, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This three-tiered container is a 19th-century white brass incense clock, once used as a relatively accurate method to mark the passage of time. Incense clocks were utilized by Qing d...
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Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Tibetan Cloud-Form Brass Folding Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted with cloud-form flourishes, this Sino-Tibetan brass stand dates to the early 20th century and was likely used to elevate a decorative or ritual bowl. The small stand neatly f...
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Early 20th Century Tibetan East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Chinese Lattice Top Incense Box, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This slender metal container is a 19th-century white brass incense burner, used for storing and burning incense sticks. The small box has a rectangular form and a removable sliding t...
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Mid-19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Japanese Mixed Metal Silver on Copper Tray with Dragon Motifs
Located in New York, NY
Japanese mixed metal copper and silver two-handled tray, from the late 19th or early 20th century, beautifully adorned with dragon motifs in relief on the rim and handles. It measure...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Copper

Chinese Silver Repousse Dragon Handle Sauce Boat by Luen Wo
By Luen Wo
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese Export silver repousse sauce boat with dragon handles. Marked for Luen Wo.. Very fine decoration. 7 1/4" long, 4 " tall, 3 1/2", 7 oz weight.
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1890s Chinese Export Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Double Handled Cast Bronze Vases C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Double Handled Cast Bronze Vases C1920 Measures - 6.5"H x 2.5"W x 3"D (floral) 5.75"H x 2.5"W x 2.5"D
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Vessels - Three Vases & Three Canisters C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Vessels - Three Vases & Three Canisters C1920 Measures - 9"H x 4.25"diam (2 dragon vases) 7.5"H x 4.5"diam (green vase) ...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal

China Bronze Pot Cover with Palace Courtyard Scenes, circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Large bonze pot cover with beautiful brown patina. Each side of the pot has a decor representing a palace scene, the handles are in the form of stylized elephants. China, circa 1900.
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Early 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Bronze Mirror with Cast Relief Dragon, Late 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique Chinese mirror is cast of bronze in the tang-dynasty style, with a lobed rim of eight flower petals, each filled with small cloud motifs. The front of the mirror is cast...
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Late 19th Century Qing Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Floral Box
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese, late Meiji era, covered enamel over brass jewelry or trinket box. The exterior of the ware is enameled with polychrome images of blossoming flowers surrounded by...
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19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Floral Decorated Vase with Branch Form Handles 18thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Floral Decorated Vase with Branch Form Handles 18thC Measures - 6.5"H x 4.5"W x 4.5"D
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18th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel on Porcelain Totai Jar Signed
Located in New York, NY
A large antique Japanese late Meiji era covered Totai enamel on porcelain ginger jar. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The ware is enameled with a polychrome fan shape...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Enameled & Polychromed Garden Scene Vase with Birds 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Chinese Enameled & Polychromed Garden Scene Vase with Birds 20thC Measures - 9"H x 4.25"diam
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20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Enameled & Polychromed Vase with Garden Scene & Bird 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Chinese Enameled & Polychromed Vase with Garden Scene & Bird 20thC Measures - 10"H x 5.25"diam
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20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Seven Chinese Cast Bronze Ancient Articles 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Seven Chinese Cast Bronze Ancient Articles Including Buddha Heads and Elephants 19thC Measures - 10.5"H x 4.25"W x 3.5"D (scholar) 4.5"H x 1.5"W x 1.5"D (square ...
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19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Enameled & Polychromed Vase with Tree of Life & Birds 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Chinese Enameled & Polychromed Footed Vase with Tree of Life & Birds 20thC Measures - 5.75"H x 3.5"diam
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20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Small Tibetan Seated Buddha from Bronze, c. 1850
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderful Tibetan bronze seated buddha on a lotus pedestal from the 19th century. This buddha features a lovely age related patina as well as rich detailing.
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19th Century Other Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Edo Japanese Cloisonne Geometric Design Box
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese brass enamel ceremonial food container with a cover adorned with a pointed finial. Characterized by cloisonne floral designs adorning the surface, this ceremonial...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Scalloped Wisteria Plate
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period enamel plate charger. The plate is amde in a floral design with scalloped rims. The plate is enameled with a polychrome image of blossoming flowers a...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

A Japanese pair of cloisonné enamel vases decorated with silver wire
Located in Milano, IT
Delightful pair of silver cloisonné vases covered with polychrome enamels on a dark blue background. Decorations with polychrome floral motifs with peonies and a pair of Japanese th...
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Late 19th Century Japonisme Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Antique Edo Japanese Cloisonne Geometric Design Box
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese flat brass enamel ceremonial food container with a cover. Characterized by cloisonne floral designs adorning the surface, this ceremonial container showcases the ...
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19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Meiji Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Geometric Pattern Plate Charger
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji era decorative enamel over copper plate. The plate is made in a swirl panel design. The panels are adorned with polychrome images of blossoming flowers, and...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Nakajima Yasumi II Bronze "Tomoe" Ikebana Vase, Showa Era, 1960's
By Nakajima Yasumi II
Located in Austin, TX
A striking Japanese patinated bronze ikebana flower vase, "Tomoe", by Nakajima Yasumi II (1905 - 1986), Osaka, Japan. The highly sculptural vase is crafted of bronze with a spectacu...
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1960s Showa Vintage East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Nakajima Yasumi II Bronze "Keifuku" Ikebana Vase, Showa Era, 1960's
By Nakajima Yasumi II
Located in Austin, TX
An elegant Japanese patinated bronze ikebana vase by Nakajima Yasumi II (1905 - 1986), circa 1960's, Osaka, Japan. The tall vase of graceful form, with a high round foot supporting ...
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1960s Showa Vintage East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Rare Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Red Enamel Green and White Dragon Jar
Located in New York, NY
A rare antique Japanese late Meiji Era tripod and covered enamel copper censer koro. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The sphere form censer koro is enameled with poly...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Japanese Cast Bronze Portrait Bust Sculpture of a Young WomanC1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Japanese Cast Bronze Portrait Bust Sculpture of a Young WomanC1920 Measures - 7"H x 3.5"W x 3.5"D
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Butterfly Match Box Holder
Located in New York, NY
The exterior of the ware is covered with polychrome enamel floral, foliage, and butterfly motifs framed by a geometrical ornament against a bright turquoise background made in the Cl...
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19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Items - Three Boxes & Five Napkin Rings c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Items - Three Boxes & Five Napkin Rings c1920 Measures - 1"H x 1.5" diam (sm napkin ring) 1.25"H x 2" diam (lg napkin ring) ...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Bronze Wrathful Deity Ring, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This sculptural bronze object is a charming example of 19th-century metalwork. The bronze figure is formed as a Buddhist wrathful deity, weari...
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Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Four Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Vases C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Four Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Vases C1920 Measures - Sm to Lg: 5.25"H x 2.75"W x 2.75"D 5.25"H x 3.25"W x 3.25"D ...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Four Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Vases C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Four Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Vases C1920 Measures - 9"H x 4"diam (tall green vase) 8"h X 4"d (white vase) 7.5"H x 6"W x 3.25"D (napkin box...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chinese Cast Bronze Bookends with Figures & Bamboo, C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair of Chinese Cast Bronze Bookends with Figures & Bamboo, C1920 Measures - 6"H x 4.5"W x 2.5"D
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Seven Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Vases C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Seven Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Vases C1920 Measures - 3.5"H x 2"diam (4 sm) 5"H x 2.25"diam (md) 6"H x 3"diam (lg)
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Yellow Enamel Butterfly Plate
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji era decorative enamel plate. The plate is adorned with a polychrome image of butterflies in blossoming flower on a bright yellow ground made in the Cloisonn...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Brush Pot with Bugs
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese late Meiji Era cylindrical shaped enamel over copper brush pot. Circa: late 19th century. The cylindrical form pot is enameled with a polychrome image of a burd a...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Geometric Brush Pot Vase
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese late Meiji Era cylindrical shaped enamel brush pot. Circa: late 19th century. The cylindrical form pot is enameled with polychrome medallions depicting a scene wi...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Phoenix Bird Tray
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese, Early Edo period, enamel copper tray. The oval shaped tray is enameled with a polychrome image of a Phoenix bird with flowers and leaves made in the Cloisonne te...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Black Hawk in Cherry Blossom Tree Charge
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese late Meiji era decorative enamel over copper charger plate. The interior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome image of a hawk seated on a sakura tree branch,...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot Vase
Located in New York, NY
A large antique Japanese late Meiji Era cylindrical shaped enamel over copper brush pot. Circa: late 19th century. The cylindrical form pot is enameled with a polychrome image of gee...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Oil Lamp
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period brass oil lamp. Features a vivid cloisonne enamel dragon motif set within a flower design, a distinctive characteristic of Japanese decorative arts during the era. The inclusion of three mounts for hanging suggests a functional and versatile design, allowing it to be suspended for ambient lighting. Circa the early 20th century. Antique Japanese Lamps...
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Early 20th Century Meiji East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Fine Pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase Attributed to Ando Jubei
By Ando Jubei
Located in San Diego, CA
Fine pair of antique Japanese cloisonné enamel vases dating from the early 1900s. The both are marked by the artist on the bottom. These are attributed to master artist Ando Jubei. B...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Pewter Trinket Dish, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
For one short decade, from around 1910 to 1920, pewter was all the rage in China’s bustling commercial centers of Shanghai and Canton. Drawn to pewter’s soft, silvery glow, artists t...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Fine Japanese Cloisonné-enamel and Musen Vase Attributed to Namikawa Sosuke
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Cloisonné-enamel and Musen Baluster vase attributed to Namikawa Sosuke. Meiji era (1868-1912), late 19th century. This vase features an elegant classic form with a sle...
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Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Heavy, Japanese bronze temple bell 梵鐘 (bonshô) of traditional shape
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Heavy bronze temple bell (bonshô) of traditional shape with an appealing echoing sound when struck. Its surface is a rich brown, complemented by a hint of light green aged patina. ...
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Mid-20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Head Bucket (Kubi-Oke), Lacquer, Meiji Period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Head Bucket (Kubi-Oke), Lacquer, Meiji period. The head bucket was used for storing and transporting severed heads. During the Samurai era clashes and battles ensued, cutt...
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Early 20th Century Meiji East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Silver Repousse and Cast Goblet by Wang Hing.
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese silver repousse goblet by Wang Hing. Depicts Chinese garden scenes. Drgon base with emanating fire. Marked WH for Wang HIng maker and 90 Chinese silver. Weight 7.4 oz
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1890s Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Iron Box
Located in Newark, England
Meiji Period (1868-1912) From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this Antique Japanese Meiji Period Iron Box. The Box of slim rectangular form cast in iron and raise...
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1890s Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Iron

Japanese Bronze Hawk Okimono by Maruki
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most endearing Meiji Period (1868-1912) bronze okimono of a hawk perched upon a rootwood base, the hawk...
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1890s Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Pair Hayashi School
Located in Newark, England
Meiji Period (1868-1912) From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases by the Hayashi School in their Original Tomoba...
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Early 1900s Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Metallic Thread

Early 20th century Japanese tin-made Buddhist pagoda with Hoju precious orb
Located in Chiba, JP
Japanese tin-made Buddhist pagoda with hoju (precious orb) standing for the universe (everything). Early 20th century. approx. H 21.5 x 15 x 15cm (8.46 x 5.90 x 5.90in). Some expecte...
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Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Tin

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