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Item type: Antique and Vintage
Place of Origin: East Asian
Japan mice treasure bag Meiji
Located in PARIS, FR
Japanese bronze representing two mice, one of them pulling a treasure bag.
The mouse or the rat (both called nezumi in Japanese), one of the zodiac signs, is a symbol of fortune. T...
Category
Late 20th Century Japonisme East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Samurai Helmet Kabuto Edo Period (1603-1867)
Located in Hampstead, QC
A Japanese Samurai black-lacquered helmet (kabuto) in suji bachi style and of a goshozan shape consisting of the:
- main dome (hachi) made from 16 plates in natural iron riveted to...
Category
Early 19th Century Edo Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Iron
Sensational Japanese Shakudo & Mixed Metal Tsuba by Yoshihisa
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this sensational late Edo period 1615-1868 solid shakudo and mixed metal Tsuba ( sword hand guard) artist si...
Category
18th Century Edo Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Metal
Pair of Republic Period Copper and Cloisonne Chinese Monkeys
Located in Hudson, NY
These lovely large-scale figures are dressed in richly patterned blue cloisonne vests and hold a peach in yellow cloisonne enamels, circa 1920-1930. The bodies of the monkeys are repousse copper with many fine details worked from the inside and outside of the form making them charming and very expressive.
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Category
Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Japanese Old Copper Drop Object 1940s-1960s / Figurine Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This object is a stack of old Japanese copper drops.
Item dates from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s).
This type of object sometimes occurs when copper drops naturally accumulate and harden during the casting process at copper refineries.
'Accidental beauty...
Category
1940s Showa Vintage East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Copper
19th Century Tibetan Gilt Bronze figure of the Manjushri Bodhisattva
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Tibetan Gilt Bronze figure of the Manjushri Bodhisattva
An exquisite 19th Century Tibetan gilt bronze sculpture depicting the Manjushri Bodhisattva, the embodiment of W...
Category
19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
A Japanese Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Centerpiece/Bowl w/ Dragon in Relief
Located in New York, NY
A Fantastic and large Japanese Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Centerpiece/Bowl/jar denier with Dragon in Relief. This captivating and exquisite, hand-crafted, patinated bronze centerpiece serves as a remarkable focal point, adorned with marvelously hand-chassed and hand-chiseled dragons in relief, gracefully emerging and disappearing behind artfully stylized scrolling etched clouds. The centerpiece boasts a substantial and graceful curved base, complemented by a striking peaked and square-edged lip atop the vessel.
The significance behind the depiction of the three-clawed dragons stems from the Japanese belief that Eastern dragons originated within their native land. According to their folklore, as these majestic creatures ventured away from Japan, they acquired additional toes. The Japanese Sky dragon...
Category
1890s Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Tibetan Gilt Copper Alloy Mask on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
An impressive copper alloy mask of Arhat, the disciple and follower of Buddha (also known as Luohan in Chinese) from Tibetan region circa 19th century. The larger-than-life mask has striking iconic facial features: large, rounded eyes under bushy eyebrows, wide nostrils, full lips and elongated earlobes. The molded mask is lined with a red lacquered line-like textile on the back with seams still visible on the edge. Masks with realistic rendition of Arhats were not as common as the fantastical and fierce deity masks...
Category
19th Century Tibetan Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Japanese Shakudo and Mixed Metal Tsuba – Iwamoto Konkan (1744-1801)
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this exceptionally fine Edo Period 1615-1868, mixed metal artist signed Tsuba ( sword hand guard), the well ...
Category
18th Century Edo Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Metal
Chinese Phoenix Bird Cloisonné Enamel Over Brass Bowl
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Chinese enamel over brass bowl. The interior of the bowl is adorned with polychrome images of Phoenix birds in blossoming trees and fl...
Category
Early 18th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dueling Dragons Pink Butterfly Tray
Located in New York, NY
A large antique Japanese, late Meiji era, enamel over brass tray. The tray is enameled with a polychrome medallion depicting a butterfly surrounded by floral and foliage patterns, an...
Category
Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Pair of Chinese Modernist Red Cloisonné Ginger Jars and Stands, Circa 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Chinese Modernist Red Cloisonné Ginger Jars and Stands, Circa 1960s
China, 20th Century
A stunning pair of Chinese Modernist red cloi...
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Brass, Copper
Pair of Japanese Bronze/Black-Lacquer Candlesticks
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Pair Japanese Bronze/Black-Lacquer Candlesticks
Japanese Bronze/Black-Lacquer Candlesticks
Sold as Pair Only.
Japanese Shokudai
Chrysanthemum B...
Category
Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Large Japanese Bronze Elephant Okimono - Genryusai Seiya
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this unusual Meiji Period 1868-1912 , study of a large elephant performing a balancing act upon two huge bro...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Chinese "Giant" Cloisonné Enamel Egg "Flowers" with Wood Stand #Ja2
Located in Norton, MA
Presenting a very large and beautiful Chinese cloisonné enamel egg with intricated patterns made by hand seating on a wood stand, early 20 century. It's measured about 16.5" x 10" wi...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Copper
A Japanese Bronze Tokyo Okimono Of Boys Wrestling - Izumi Seijo
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this Meiji period 1868-1912 , Tokyo school bronze okimono of two boys pla...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Bronze Hawk Ikebana
Located in PARIS, FR
Bronze intended for hanging (? dô kakenanaike, « hanging bronze ») depicting a hawk, placed on a branch. The inside is hollow so a bouquet a flowers can be put inside and thus, serve...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Lotus Form 'Water Dropper' - Enamel Decoration on Copper - China - Mid 20th C.
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage lotus form 'water dropper' - hand painted enamel decoration on copper form - unsigned - China - mid 20th century.
Fair vintage condition - numerou...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Chinese Export Silver Goblet
Located in London, GB
A Chinese Export Silver Goblet of rare and unusual form. The bowl has four panels, two decorated with figural scenes; a third with mythical beasts; and the fourth, which also has a v...
Category
1860s Chinese Export Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Silver
Japanese Silver Karabitsu Bonbonniere Box, Taisho Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Japanese silver bonbonniere box in the shape of a karabitsu, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan.
The small bonbonniere crafted of silver in the form of a karabitsu, a storage ...
Category
1920s Meiji Vintage East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Japanese Cloisonné Box and Cover, Japan, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
A rare Japanese bark tree large cloisonné box on metal from the Meiji period. Usually bark tree cloisonné was on porcelain (totai Shippo)
A very attracti...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Metal
A LARGE ANTIQUE CHINESE ARCHAIC BRONZE CENSER BOWL 19th C
Located in London, GB
A LARGE ANTIQUE CHINESE ARCHAIC BRONZE CENSER BOWL 19th C.
This is an old cast bronze piece with a naturally aged patina, decorated with ancient motifs often appeared on the bronz...
Category
1850s Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Silver Bowl with chrysanthemum
Located in London, GB
A large, fine late 19th or early 20th century Japanese Silver Bowl, with the mark of Yoshikatsu of Yokohama.
The bowl from the Meiji period, is of hemispherical form with scalloped ...
Category
1890s Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Yellow Floral Beijing Enamel Round Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Export Yellow Floral Beijing Enamel Round Box
China, 20th Century
A stunning example of 20th-century Beijing Enamel, this domed circular box ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Japanese Silver Incense Burner, Akoda Koro, by Norurma, Meiji Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely and luxurious Japanese silver incense burner of lobed melon form, akoda koro, marked jungin and signed Nomura, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan.
The silver koro...
Category
1910s Meiji Vintage East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase – Mt Fuji – Ando Company
By Ando Jubei
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large Taisho period 1912-1926 , circa 1920’s , Cloisonné vase by the An...
Category
20th Century Taisho East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Enamel, Wire
Chinese Export Silver Centrepiece
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in London, GB
This impressive Chinese Export Silver Centrepiece, consists of a large central dish, pierced with bamboo decoration, supported by five shoots of bamboo also with bamboo leaf decorat...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Export Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Silver
Pair of Chinese Canopy Bed Curtain Hooks with Money Toads
Located in Chicago, IL
This fantastic pair of etched brass hooks recreates those used throughout the Qing dynasty to hold open the gauzy curtains of traditional canopy beds. Each of the large hooks is affixed to an etching of the Daoist immortal Liu Hai and his animal companion, the three-legged Money Toad. Known as Jin Chan...
Category
20th Century Qing East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Ando Company
By Ando Jubei
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this stunning early 20thc Meiji/Taisho period , circa 1920’s Cloisonné ename...
Category
20th Century Taisho East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Enamel, Wire
Japanese Meiji Planter Cloisonne Porcelain Planter
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese, late Meiji era, footed and hand enamel on porcelain planter. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The exterior of the planter is adorned with polychrome images of blossoming flowers on blue ground made in the Cloisonne technique. The border and the base are adorned with geometrical, floral, and foliage motifs made in the same technique. Mounted on three legs. The legs and the mouth of the ware are decorated with hand enameled cobalt blue floral and scrollwork patterns. Unmarked. Antique Asian and Oriental Planters...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Enamel
Large Japanese Bronze Incense Burner, Japan Meiji Period
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Exceptional incense burner in finely chiseled patinated bronze. The barrel with a rotating decoration of birds and branches is supported by three shishis. Two other Fô lions...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Vermeil Sterling, Enameled Peacocks & Flowers Motif Vase & Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Vermeil Sterling, Enameled Peacocks & Flowers Motif Vase & Stand
China, 20th Century
A extraordinary piece of Chinese silversmithing, this Chinese vermeil (gilt) over sterling silver vase and stand is a true work of art. Dating to the mid -20th century, this stunning set showcases intricate pierced silver wirework and exquisite enameled motifs of peacocks and flowers.
The hexagonal vessel is adorned with all-over pierced silver wirework, displaying the mastery of the silversmith. The fine alternating vignettes of peacocks and flowers add a touch of grace and beauty to the design. The vermeil finish, with its gilded surface, adds a luxurious touch and enhances the overall aesthetic.
Stamped with 'Silver' on the inside bottom of the vase, this piece exemplifies the quality and authenticity of Chinese export silver. Its weight of 4.6 ounces speaks to the substantial nature of the silver used in its creation.
The vase is raised on a conforming pedestal base, adding stability and enhancing the overall visual impact. Accompanying the vase is an associated Chinese carved hardwood stand, providing a complementary and elegant presentation.
The Chinese export silver vase measures 4 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches in height. The carved Chinese hardwood stand...
Category
20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Sterling Silver
A Meiji bronze vase by Nobuhira
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Meiji bronze vase by Nobuhira, of baluster shape with a spirally twisted neck, the body decorated with four high relief crabs and several partially...
Category
1890s Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Enamel Sake Pot
Located in Newark, England
Fine Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel Sake pot. The Sake pot of rounded form with with clean edges profusely decorated with blossoming flowers throughout upon a black ground ba...
Category
Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Tibetan Silver Snuff Bottle, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century Tibetan snuff bottle is delightfully ornate, crafted with silver metalwork and encrusted with colorful beads. The small bo...
Category
20th Century Tibetan East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Silver
Large Bronze Tibetan Vase with Handles
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Large Tibet bronze and copper vase with handles: exceptional and perfect.
Sizes: diameter at the top cm. 52, with handles cm. 61. Base 35 cm.
High cm. 43....
Category
Late 19th Century Other Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Large Bronze Japanese Champleve Enamel Double Elephant Handle Urn Vase Japan
Located in Greer, SC
Beautifully crafted vintage Japanese urn shaped vase, featuring elephant head double handles in bronze and enamel. Colorful enamel adorns the vase...
Category
Mid-20th Century Other East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Japanese Mixed Metal Kodansu, Nogawa Company of Kyoto
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to bring you this exceptional Meiji Period 1868-1912 mixed metal kodansu cabinet by ...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Metal
Exceptional Japanese Iron and Mixed Metal Lidded Box
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this captivating Meiji Period 1868-1912, iron and mixed metal study of a turtle being ridden by a young boy,...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Metal, Silver, Iron
Japanse Silver and Gold Bonbonniere by Mitsukoshi, Showa Era, 1935, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A small and delightful Japanese silver bonbonniere with an applied gold Imperial Chrysanthemum Seal, marked "jungin" and "Mitsukoshi", Showa Era, 1935, Japan.
This bonbonniere is ...
Category
1930s Showa Vintage East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Chinese Supper Large Cloisonné Enamel Egg "Hundred Birds" with Bronze Stand
Located in Norton, MA
Presenting a supper large and beautiful Chinese cloisonné enamel egg with intricated patterns of "hundred birds" made by hand seating on a tripod bronze stand, from the Mid-20th Cent...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Chinese "Giant" Cloisonné Enamel Egg "Flowers" with Wood Stand #Ja1
Located in Norton, MA
Presenting a very large and beautiful Chinese cloisonné enamel egg with intricated patterns made by hand seating on a wood stand, early 20 century. It's measured about 17" x 10" with...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Japan 1890 Meiji Period Bronze Koro Censer in Cloisonne Enamel with Jade Lid
Located in Miami, FL
Japanese Koro from the Meiji Period (1868-1912).
Beautiful antique ten sides fluted koro censer, created in Japan during the Meiji period (1868-1912), ci...
Category
1890s Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Jade, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Enamel
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Butterfly Vase Hayashi Kodenji
Located in Newark, England
Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel vase decorated with butterflies. The vase of wide globular shape with stepped shoul...
Category
Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Metal, Silver, Enamel
Tibetan Repoussé Silver Fitting with Dragons, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This unusual piece of silver hardware is wonderfully patterned with intricate Tibetan repoussé decoration. Comprised of two thin silver plates linked ...
Category
Early 20th Century East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Silver
19th Century Japanese Bronze Vase
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality Meiji period (1868-1912) Japanese patinated bronze vase, depicting two seated dogs below a Bamboo plant.
Category
Late 19th Century Japonisme Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Chinese Cloisonné Bowl with Deer and Koi Motif
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Chinese cloisonné bowl with deer and koi fish motif, circa 1950s. The piece is is in very good vintage condition and measures 10...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Japanese Bronze Kappa
Located in PARIS, FR
Dark brown patina bronze figure of a standing kappa with its right leg leaning on a cucumber. The figure is put on four-legged rattan-like bronze stand.
The kappa (??) is a aquati...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Large Rare Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Panel of Geese Flying over the Moon S
Located in New York, NY
Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Panel of Geese Flying over the Moon Sky
A large antique Japanese, late Meiji era, enamel over brass wall panel. The panel is enameled with a p...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Vase by Kiryu Kosho Kaisha
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Meiji period patinated bronze vase by Kiryu Kosho Kaisha, the baluster body applied with gold, silver, bronze and copper designs of bogbean and arrowhead plants with a frog, dragon...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Bronze with Cloisonne Chinese Very Detailed Dragon Charger in Vibrant Colors
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Bronze with Cloisonne Chinese Very Detailed Dragon Charger in vibrant colors. Amazing craftsmanship.
Category
1920s Vintage East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Enamel
Japanese Miyao Style Gilt Bronze Samurai Archer, Meiji Period, Japan
By Eisuke Miyao 1
Located in Austin, TX
A spectacular Japanese cast, carved, and parcel gilt bronze sculpture, okimono, of a kneeling samurai archer, signed Kiyotsugu (died 1894), Meiji ...
Category
Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Egg "Flying Drago" with Wood Stand, Early 20th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Presenting a beautiful Chinese cloisonné enamel egg depicting a dragon flying in the cloud of the sky with a wood stand, early 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Japanese Cloisonne Box, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A very fine and intricately decorated Japanese cloisonné box and cover, Meiji period, late 19th century, Japan.
The lidded trinket or jewelry...
Category
1890s Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Brass, Copper, Enamel
Chinese Archaisitc Bronze Small Scholar Vase, 17th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A fine small archaistic scholar's vase in the form of a zun, Ming to Qing Dynasty, 17th century, circa 1650, China.
The small vessel of elegant proportions and wonderfully cast. T...
Category
Mid-17th Century Qing Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Japan, Large Cloisonné Enamel Charger, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Extra Large cloisonné enamel charger with a decor of butterflies among flowers on a light pink ground which is a very uncommon color.
Japan, Meiji pe...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Pair Japanese Bronze Pagoda Temple Lanterns, Taisho Period, circa 1920, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
An elegant pair of Japanese cast and lacquered bronze pagoda lanterns, Taisho Period, circa 1920, Japan.
The lanterns a true pair, with mirrored decorations and lantern doors opening in opposite directions. The lanterns of traditional toro form, cast in bronze, and lacquered. Each lantern comprised of three parts - the "roof", the "fire box", and the pedestal. This type of pedestal lantern is called a dai-doro, as opposed to the hanging lantern type, tsuri-doro.
The hexagonal roof of the lantern, reminiscent of temples or pagodas, features a wonderful, dense cloud pattern with three heart-shaped cutouts, known as inome, or boar's eye. The roof topped by a hoju, the Buddhist flaming Jewel of Wisdom. Each of the six corners feature a fantastic shachihoko, mythical beasts with the face of a tiger and body of a fish. Bells are suspended from the shachihoko.
The globular body of the lantern features four pierced panels with the three leaf hollyhock mon of the Tokugawa clan surrounded by a karakusa pattern of scrolling vines. One panel serving as a hinged door with a lock stylized as the Three Jewels...
Category
1920s Taisho Vintage East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Silver Gilt, Agate & Enamel Censer
Located in New York, NY
Chinese silver censer, circa 1910. Drum-form agate body set in silver gilt mounts with scrollwork and lunettes. Leaf-capped side bracket handles. Upward tapering support and stepped ...
Category
Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Metalwork
Materials
Agate, Silver, Enamel
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