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Place of Origin: East Asian
Chinese Archaistic Warring States Style Bronze Lidded Vessel with Bird Handles
Located in Stamford, CT
A Chinese bronze lidded ritual vessel modeled after a Late Warring States, 3rd-2nd century BC original. With four whimsical bird form handles as well as a mushroom shaped ornament on...
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Early 20th Century Archaistic East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Densatil Gilt Bronze Caryatid Figure, Tibet, 15th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A heavy and solidly cast, richly gilt, bronze caryatid figure from Densatil Monastery, Central Tibet, early 15th century or earlier. Cast in the form of two four armed figures standing back to back in tribhanga (thrice bent position) on a lotus platform, this piece would originally have served as a pillar for a larger seated deity...
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15th Century and Earlier Tibetan Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Charming Japanese Komai Style Iron Box
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this charming Meiji Period (1868-1912) damascened iron trinket box manufactured by one of the Komai company ...
Category

19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair 19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Vases
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely pair of Chinese Cloisonné vases that are identified as 19th century with an old antique shop tag on the bottoms. We acquire these out of a be...
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19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Small Chinese Cloisonné Lidded Box decorated with peaches, Circa 1930
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very decorative Chinese cloisonné lidded box which we date to the 20th century, Circa 1930. The box has a cylindrical shape, with its original lid and is all beautifully m...
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Mid-20th Century Qing East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Very Fine & Large Japanese Bronze & Mixed Metal Vase, Meiji Period
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A large and very fine Meiji Period (1868-1912) patinated and mixed metal bronze vase of ovoid form, richly decorated with raised motifs of flying cranes accented with silver-overlay,...
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Early 20th Century Meiji East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enameled Figural Charger With Marsh Scene & Heron 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Japanese Meiji figural charger offers cloisonne enameled metal construction with marsh scene and heron, 20th century Measures - 1.25"h x 11.75"diam
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20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enameled Figural Charger With Marsh Scene & Heron 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Japanese Meiji figural charger offers enameled metal cloisonne construction with marsh scene and heron, 20th century Measures - 1.25"h x 12"diam
Category

20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Enamel

20th Century/Shōwa Period Murashido Patinated and Polished Bronze Japanese Vase
Located in North Miami, FL
20th century/Shōwa period murashido patinated and polished bronze japanese vase By: unknown Material: bronze, copper, metal Technique: murashido, cast, patinated, polished, metalwor...
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20th Century Showa East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Metal, Bronze

Japanese Bronze and Mixed Metal Table Screen – Nogawa
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most unusual Meiji Period (1868-1912) miniature mixed metal table screen by the highly regarded Nogawa company, the delightful four fold screen consist of individual panel housed within a gilt bronze frame, the rear panels carved to depict a scene of boats in a lake beneath Mount Fuji , the Tori gate...
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19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal

A vintage Russian Orthodox silver-tone priest's cross
Located in Norton, MA
A vintage Russian Orthodox silver-tone priest's cross. The front side is decorated with a relief depiction of Jesus Christ. Inscription in Church Slavonic on the backside: Image, be ...
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Copper

Pair Japanese Cloisonne Dragon and Phoenix Jardinieres, Meiji Period
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely pair of Japanese chakinseki, tea dust, cloisonne jardinieres, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan. The jardinieres each with a squat globular body, short neck, and wide, everted mouth. The bodies decorated wide lappets of mottled puce featuring alternating dragons and phoenixes...
Category

Early 1900s Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

A Japanese bronze sculpture depicting a falcon, signed by Kōmin
Located in Milano, IT
A Japanese bronze sculpture depicting a perched falcon in light patina with polychrome eyes, beak and legs in black contrasting with pure gold. The sculpture depicts the falcon in a moment of serene repose, perched with an aura of regal bearing. Placed on a patinated bronze base, the sculpture achieves a harmonious synthesis of form and texture. This attention to detail showcases the commitment...
Category

Late 19th Century Japonisme Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

A Japanese bronze okimono Oni Nembutsu
Located in Milano, IT
A Japanese great and remarkable bronze okimono, on a wooden base, depicting an Oni, dressed as a priest, accompanied by a young oni. The main Oni is portrayed standing and smiling, ...
Category

Mid-19th Century Japonisme Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Export Silver Biscuit Box
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in London, GB
A Chinese Export Silver Biscuit Box, round with a collet foot and profusely decorated with applied prunus. against a smooth plain background. The box has...
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Export Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver

A Great Japanese bronze vase depicting a hawk, signed by Masayuki 正之
Located in Milano, IT
Large bronze vase with greenish-reddish patina worked in relief depicting a hawk, head turned to the right, on a large branch that wraps around the vase at an angle from the bottom t...
Category

Late 19th Century Japonisme Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Gold Gilt Cast Iron Abstract Bird Incense Burner
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese gold gilt cast iron abstract bird incense burner, circa 1950s. The piece is in good vintage condition with a nice patina and measures 2.75"W x 7"D x 9.25"H. Cool piece tha...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Iron Rabbit 1940s-1970s / Sculpture Figurine Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese iron rabbit figurine. It is from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1970s). It is made of cast iron. Very elaborately made. It has a sense of massiveness peculiar t...
Category

Late 20th Century Showa East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Petite Nepalese Heramba Ganapati Charm
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite brass prayer figure is cast in the likeness of Heramba Ganapati, the five-headed iconographical form of the Hindu god Ganesha. Invoked at the beginning of prayers, import...
Category

20th Century Qing East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Chinese Export Hardstone and Gilt Silver Filigree Peacock Box, 1920's, China
Located in Austin, TX
An exquisite Chinese export peacock from hardstone and gilt silver filigree canister box, Republic Period, circa 1920's, China. The graceful and elegant hardstone container of cyli...
Category

Early 20th Century Qing East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Stone, Silver, Enamel

Large Pair of Chinese Bronze Cloisonné Enameled Vases
Located in Norton, MA
Quality work, large pair of Chinese bronze cloisonné enameled vases depicting the scene of florals on a yellow ground with vivid colors of green, red, blue, and white. The items are ...
Category

Mid-20th Century East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Copper

Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases, Japan Meiji Period
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Extraordinary pair of chiseled bronze vases with multiple patinas in the form of an oni seated cross-legged supporting the body of each vase in the shape of a purse. Work similar to ...
Category

Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

A Pair of Bronze Carp Sculpture by Hiramatsu Koshun
Located in Fukuoka, JP
A Pair of Bronze Carp Sculptures by Hiramatsu Koshun This pair of bronze carp sculptures is a beautiful and unique work of art by the well-known Japanese ...
Category

20th Century Showa East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Old or Antique Japanese Silver Mounted Yellow Cloisonne Enamel Koro/Lidded Jar
By Ando Jubei, Kumeno Teitaro, Ando Shippo Ten
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Japanese cloisonné koro. Comprising a koro or jar base with 3 feet covered by a conforming lid with a silver mount to the lid and top rim, leaf shaped openings surrounded in ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Meiji East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Japan medallions tsuba Tanaka school Edo period
Located in PARIS, FR
Ovoid-shaped (nagamarugata) iron tsuba hammered and chased with medallions. On one side, medallions of a dragon with gold highlights and a komainu (or shishi – lion dog guarding the ...
Category

Mid-18th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Gold, Iron

Bookends "Architect" series by POPCORN
By POPCORN
Located in 加須市, 11
These bookends are made of iron. Inspired by a suspension bridge.
Category

2010s Bauhaus East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Steel

Large Japanese Bronze and Mixed Metal Vases By Masayuki
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most stylish high quality pair of Meiji Period (1868-1912), bronze and mixed metal vases artist signed ...
Category

19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal, 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

Pair Korean Iron Box with Silver Inlays Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine pair of Korean iron box with intricate silver inlays dated to the late Joseon Dynasty circa 19th century. The matching circular boxes was most likely used to store tobacco lea...
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19th Century Other Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Iron, Bronze

Pair of Signed Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases by Daikichi
By Ando Jubei, Kumeno Teitaro, Ando Shippo Ten
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel vases. By the Ohta Cloisonne workshop of Aichi Prefecture, Japan. T...
Category

20th Century Meiji East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Antique Tibetan Singing Bowl Hand Hammered E Tone
Located in Somis, CA
A rare 19th century Tibetan singing bowl. The hand made piece is all original, hand hammered yielding a subtle overall pattern of indentation. Beautiful E tone. A meaningful ceremoni...
Category

19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Brass

Japan chrysanthemum tsuba
Located in PARIS, FR
Iron tsuba in the shape of a chrysanthemum (kikugata), openworked in negative with foliage and geometric patterns. Chrysanthemum shaped tsuba were quite popular in the Edo period as...
Category

Mid-18th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Gold, Iron

Japanese copper vase/Floral pattern fine engraving/1868-1920/Metal craft
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have received wonderful old Japanese items. Wooden buckets have been made in Japan since ancient times, and they were used by commoners to sprinkle water and to sprinkle water on ...
Category

Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Copper

Fine Pair of Mirrored Gilt Cloisonne Enamel Butterfly Vases China
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
The fine pair of mirrored gilt cloisonné enamel butterfly vases from the mid 20th-century are exquisite examples of Chinese artistry and craftsmanship. These vases combine several in...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

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...
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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...
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18th Century Edo Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal

6 Antique Chinese Cloisonne Teapots
Located in Brea, CA
Collection of 6 Chinese cloisonne teapots in varying shapes and designs of flora and fauna. The highest one is 5.5'' H x 2 W x 2.5'' D. the sm...
Category

20th Century Chinese Export 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...
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1890s Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

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...
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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...
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19th Century 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...
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19th Century Tibetan Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Copper

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

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

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 ...
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18th Century Edo Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Japanese Cloisonné Jewelry Presentation Box Japan Racing Association
Located in New York, NY
Very rare Japanese cloisonné jewelry box, circa 1960s. Rich floral design top on white enamel background. Garnet velvet interior , with tray. B...
Category

20th Century Anglo-Japanese East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

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

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

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

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...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

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

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...
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Late 19th Century Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

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...
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19th Century Meiji 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...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Export East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Copper

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...
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20th Century Tibetan East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver

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...
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1860s Chinese Export Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver

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 ...
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1890s Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Silver

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...
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1850s Antique East Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

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