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Item Ships From: USA
Place of Origin: Japanese
Japanese Bronze Patinated Footed Pot
Located in New York, NY
Oriental Japanese (19th Century) bronze large jardiniere with a green patina and carp in relief and raise on 4 cloud form feet (Koyoto School; Meiji Period)
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Late 19th Century Wood and Copper Brazier / Hibachi
Located in New York, NY
A round wood Japanese brazier / hibachi with an inlaid nature scene in copper and mother-of-pearl, circa 1890. Copper insert with natural patina.
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1890s Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Japan Pair Tall Red And Black Ebony "Moon Gazing" Rabbits , Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor gallery or private collection space with this very unusual pair of treasures from Japan!
This is a hard to find red and ebon...
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1920s Taisho Vintage Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Iron
A Japanese Blue Cloisenne Meiji Period Vase with Samurai Figures
Located in New York, NY
A Meiji Period Japanese Cloisenne vase with figures of Samurai on one side, and floral decoration on the other.
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19th Century Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Enamel
Japanese Vintage Wedding Chest with Brown Lacquer and Hand-Painted Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Japanese reddish brown lacquered wedding chest from the mid 20th century, with hand-painted foliage and floral décor and ropes. Created in Japan during the midcentury period, this vintage wedding box features a reddish brown lacquer perfectly accented by a gilded hand-painted décor depicting bamboo sticks with their leaves and delicate flowers. Created to be part of the extensive wedding trousseau provided to the daughter, this chest showcases a linear silhouette perfectly complimented by a dark reddish brown lacquer. A rectangular lid is adorned with ornate brass corners. The top and the façade are adorned in continuity with a gilded hand-painted décor showcasing bamboo sticks and their leaves, as well as delicate flowers. The sides are adorned as well, the back is more sparse with simple leaves. Wrapped with ropes, this vintage Japanese wedding chest...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Japanese Vintage Mid Century Porcelain Moriage Decorated Lamp
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1596 Mid Century porcelain lamp with moriage circles raindrop pattern an footed metal base.
Rewired
Takes one 60 watt Edison Based bulb
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Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Meiji Noh Mask in Carved Wood
Located in New York, NY
Japanese early Meiji period Noh theater mask made of carved wood with gofun layers. The piece was made in Japan in circa 1880 and is signed on the back. In great antique condition wi...
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1880s Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Tenjin-Sama, Wood, Japanese Shinto Deity of Learning and Wisdom, Meiji Period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Tenjin-Sama, Shinto Deity of Learning and Wisdom, Meiji Period
Tenjin,-Sama, Deification of Sugawara no Michizane, was a famous scholar, poet and politician of the Heian period. In...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Large Wood Carved Otafuku, Goddess of Mirth, Japanese, Early 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large wood carved Otafuku , Goddess of Mirth, Japanese, 20th Century.
Sometimes known as Okame, a beloved and popular symbol in Japanese culture. With plump cheeks and joyful smile...
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Early 20th Century Other Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Fine 17th Century Arita Chargers a Pair Japan
Located in Hudson, NY
Very fine pair of "Arita" Japanese Chargers of the late 17th century based on the Chinese "Kraak" porcelain design.
They are in beautiful condition with no restorations and no repair...
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17th Century Edo Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Meiji Bunraku Ningyo Puppet
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Meiji period puppet for the traditional Bunraku ningyo joruri puppet theater. The piece has a carved wood head and is adorned with richly detai...
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Early 1900s Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Textile, Wood
Pair of Japanese Hinamatsuri Gold Lacquered Candleholders with Lotus Bobèches
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Japanese vintage gold lacquered candleholders from the mid 20th century with lotus bobèches from a Hinamatsuri set. Created in Japan during the midcentury period, each of this pair of candleholders features a lotus shaped bobèche sitting above a simple shaft resting on a gadrooned base. Showcasing red undertones, this pair of gold lacquered candleholders, taken from a Hinamatsuri set (Hinamatsuri being a festival also called Girls...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Wood Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly magnificent and special work - this beautiful and exceptionally long string of Japanese handcrafted natural wood (perhaps rosewood) Buddhist Juzu mala beads with four large square-like beads called shitenshu beads said to represent the Four Heavenly Kings: Jikko-Ten, Zocho-ten, Hiromoku-ten, and Tamon-ten (Since there are four square beads, the denomination is probably Tendai or Nichiren sect). These rosary-type prayer bead necklaces were used by Buddhist monks in temple prayers / rituals and worn by Samurai as amulets of protection. We have not come across another set of Juzu beads...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Japanese Tabako-bon with Two Rabbits, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
This wooden box is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the traditional ...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Bakelite, Hardwood
Japanese Brass Ikebana Vase, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous Ikebana brass vase, hand-crafted in Japan, Showa Period. Oval shape. The finish is Murashido, a centuries-old technique that consists in dipping the cast brass in hot oil ...
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1920s Showa Vintage Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Japanese Brass Ikebana Vase, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
An Ikebana brass vase, hand-crafted in Japan, Showa Period. The finish is Murashido, a centuries-old technique that consists in quenching the cast brass in hot oil and smoke it with ...
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Early 1900s Showa Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Japanese Brass Ikebana Vase, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous Ikebana brass vase, hand-crafted in Japan, Showa Period. Oval shape. The finish is Murashido, a centuries-old technique that consists in quenching the cast brass in hot oi...
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1920s Showa Vintage Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Japanese Brass Ikebana Vase, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous Ikebana brass vase, hand-crafted in Japan, Showa Period. The finish is Murashido, a centuries-old technique that consists in dipping the cast brass in oil and smoke it wit...
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1910s Showa Vintage Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Japanese Ikebana 'Flower Arranging Basket' by Teijo Sai
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese Ikebana (Flower Arranging Basket), Signed by Teijo Sai (the artist) on the bottom.
Meiji Period (1868-1912) ikebana made of smoked bamboo, polished with ash. Very nice weav...
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Early 1900s Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
Japanese Cast Bronze "Longevity" Mirror, Edo Period, 18th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A heavy and finely cast Japanese bronze mirror with longevity symbols, Edo Period, 18th century, Japan.
The small, round mirror with high walls...
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Late 18th Century Edo Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Blue and Black Glazed Ceramic Hibachi for Drinking Saké
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese antique ceramic hibachi from the early 20th century with dark blue and black glaze and circular shape. This antique Japanese ceramic hibachi, originating from the early 20th century, boasts a captivating blend of dark blue and black glaze that exudes a mysterious and enchanting aura. The hibachi's circular shape, characteristic of traditional Japanese design, adds to the allure of this distinctive piece while promoting a sense of harmony and balance. This design, rooted in Japanese tradition, allows for optimal heat distribution when used for its intended purpose of warming a room or making saké. The hibachi's rounded form also promotes a sense of unity and balance, which is a fundamental aspect of Japanese aesthetics.
While this antique hibachi...
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Early 20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Japan 1890 Meiji Shibayama Round Urn in Gilded Wood and Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Shibayama urm from the Japan meiji (1858-1912) period.
Gorgeous piece of art, created in the imperial Japan during the Meiji period, circa 1890. This is a little urn with a lid crafted in gilded wood, shibayama panels and sterling silver. Composed by a four footed round vase with two sterling silver handles in the shape of trees and the lid on top accented with the figure of a crab in sterling silver. The gilded wood is decorated with flowers, sea patterns and the imperial flower...
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1890s Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Leaf
Japanese Satsuma Tripod Censer, Koro, Meiji period, Early 20th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A small and finely decorated Japanese Satsuma tripod incense burner (koro), signed Kyozan, Meiji period, circa 1900, Japan.
The censer, koro, with a compressed body supported by t...
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Early 1900s Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Large Pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Attributed to Goto
Located in New York, NY
A large pair of Meiji Period Japanese cloisonne enamel vases attributed to Goto Seizaburo, 19th century.
These vases were made during the Meiji period (1868-1912) in Japan and are...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Fine Japanese Couture Shibori Silk Furisode Kimono with Under Garment
Located in Atlanta, GA
A spectacular Japanese silk kimono set with an outer furisode and an inner garment circa 1960-80s. The long sleeve furisode is of couture quality and made m...
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1960s Modern Vintage Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Silk
Large Pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon Vases
Located in New York, NY
A large pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon Vases, 19th century.
Japanese cloisonne enamel dragon vases are highly ...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Copper, Enamel
19th Century Japanese Flower Arranging Ikebana Basket
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare Meiji Japanese flower arranging ikebana basket. Hancrafted and handwoven in split bamboo skins and vines roots. Great antique condition.
Measur...
Category
19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Reed, Wood
Japan 1890 Meiji Period Signed Assembling of Okimono with a Group of Skeletons
Located in Miami, FL
A signed Okimono from the Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912).
Very rare, unusual and large sculptural assembling of a dysplaying piece of okimono. Created in Japan during the imperial period of the Meiji (1868-1912). This extraordinary piece okimono sculpture depict a group of four intricately and realistically rendered carousing males skeletons representations (Gaikotsu) standing in several position.
One skeleton is crouched down playing with mouses in the floor. The second is seated resting in the other's back, peacefully smoking opium. The others two are fully standing in interacting position. The entire composition is arranged freely displayed on the wood base including a woven basket, apparently with food and four playfull mouses.
There are an extra five mouses in different positions, freely playing around, all of them with the eyes accented with carved black ebony.
The composition is displayed on a four-legged free form carved wood platform with an inlaid red plaque engraved with the artist's signature. The level of detail and the quality of the carving is truly exceptional.
Has an exact measurements of 216.15 mm by 139.7 mm by 359.41 mm (8.51 x 5.5 x 14.15 Inches).
After an extensive collection of data, comparables and references to this piece, we have only been able to find only three okimono sculptures like this, with similar themes and the same quality of work.
References Note: A similar carving of four skeletons playing an animated game of dominos, signed Shutaro in an inlaid rectangular red plaque, was sold in London by Christie’s South Kensington in October 14 2014, Lot 120 Sale 5546.
References Note: A similar carving with four skeletons in an otherwise typical victorian scene of a photographer and three sitters signed Shutaro in an inlaid rectangular red plaque, was sold in Edinburgh at Lyon & Turnbull in November 7, 2018.
References Note: A similar carving with five skeletons seated, playing cards and drinking, was sold in London by John Nicholson Fine Art on September 26, 2018.
Meiji period, is an era of Japanese history that extended from October 23, 1868 to July 30, 1912.The Meiji era was the first half of the Empire of Japan, when the Japanese people moved from being an isolated feudal society at risk of colonization by Western powers to the new paradigm of a modern, industrialized nation state and emergent great power, influenced by Western scientific, technological, philosophical, political, legal, and aesthetic ideas. As a result of such wholesale adoption of radically different ideas, the changes to Japan were profound, and affected its social structure, internal politics, economy, military, and foreign relations. The period corresponded to the reign of Emperor Meiji. It was preceded by the Keio era and was succeeded by the Taisho era, upon the accession of Emperor Taisho.
Okimono, is a Japanese term meaning for display an ornament; art object; or decorative object, usually displayed in a tokonoma or butsudan "Buddhist altar". It is an ornament or figure, especially one placed in a guest room. An okimono may be a small Japanese carving...
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1890s Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
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Wood
Japan 1890 Meiji Period Ebisu Sculpture in Wood Carving of an Old Fisherman
Located in Miami, FL
An extremely well detailed wood carving of Ebisu, as a fisherman.
Beautiful and well detailed sculpture, created in Japan during the Meiji dynastic period (1868-1912) back in the 1890's. This piece represent the god of good fortune Ebisu. Was exceptionally carved and executed from one solid single piece of rose wood, showing a gorgeous face expression, with intricate details in the hands and feets, he's carrying as usual a rod and a fish.
Ebisu (yebisu), ???, god of fortune, the ocean and fisherman. In the japanese mythology is one of the seven gods of luck, sichi-fuku-jin, the patron of the fisherman and tradesmen. he is depicted as a bearded, smiling fisherman with formal long court ropes, often carrying a rod in one hand and a tai, symbolic fish of the good luck, in the other.
The height is 14.25 inches (36.20 cm) and the base measurements is 6.5 by 6.45 inches (16.5 x 16.38 cm).
Meiji period, is an era of Japanese history that extended from October 23, 1868 to July 30, 1912.The Meiji era was the first half of the Empire of Japan, when the Japanese people moved from being an isolated feudal society at risk of colonization by Western powers to the new paradigm of a modern, industrialized nation state and emergent great power, influenced by Western scientific, technological, philosophical, political, legal, and aesthetic ideas. As a result of such wholesale adoption of radically different ideas, the changes to Japan were profound, and affected its social structure, internal politics, economy, military, and foreign...
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1890s Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Attributed to Honda Yasaburo
Located in New York, NY
A large pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel vases attributed to Honda Yasaburo, 19th century.
Finley decorated with the rich enamel colors of orange and green, these vases are desig...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lanterns Attributed to Kaji Tsunekichi
Located in New York, NY
A Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lanterns Attributed to Kaji Tsunekichi, Edo Period, 19th century
Japanese cloisonne lanterns were made during the Meiji period, from the late 19th to early 20th century, and were often used as decorative lighting fixtures in temples and shrines.
Kaji Tsunekichi (1866-1916) was a Japanese cloisonné artist who was active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was born in Tokyo and learned the art of cloisonné from his father, Kaji Sataro, who was also a cloisonné artist. He was renowned for his mastery of the shippo-yaki technique, which involves creating intricate designs with thin wires on a metal base before filling in the spaces with enamel.
Tsunekichi was known for his exceptional technical skills and his ability to create intricate designs with vibrant colors. His works often featured nature motifs, such as flowers, birds, and fish, which were rendered in a highly detailed and naturalistic style. He also experimented with new techniques, such as plique-à-jour, a type of cloisonné that creates a stained-glass effect.
Tsunekichi's works were highly prized during his lifetime and continue to be sought after by collectors today. He won numerous awards for his cloisonné creations, including a Gold Medal at the 1900 Exposition Universelle in Paris. His works are characterized by their fine wirework, precise enamel application, and attention to detail.
Some of Tsunekichi's most famous works include a pair of large cloisonné vases...
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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
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Copper, Enamel
19th Century Japanese Flower Arranging Ikebana Basket with Handle
Located in Germantown, MD
A Meiji Japanese Flower Arranging Ikebana Basket. Hancrafted and handwoven in bamboo, split reed and bamboo skins. Bamboo construction with twisted rope design Great antique conditio...
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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Reed, Wood
Japanese Complete ‘Noh Play’ Production, Houshou School 22 Books and Box, 1853
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels.
A remarkable artistic Noh Play survivor.
One of a kind Japanese Complete "Noh Play" Production as written in 22 Woodblock books from the Utai Bon Houshou school, complete with original signed wooden storage box tomobako and dated Kaei 6 (1853).
This antique Japanese book...
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Mid-19th Century Edo Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paper
Old or Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Ginbari Vase with Floral Decoration
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Japanese enamel vase.
With wired cloisonne flowers against a red ginbari ground.
The ginbari technique (similar to guilloc...
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20th Century Showa Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Enamel
Pair of Japanese Edo Period Iron Silver Inlaid Red Lacquered Stirrups 'Abumi'
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Japanese Edo Period (1603–1867) iron, silver inlaid, and red lacquered stirrups (Abumi). Each of typical form, made of iron with silver inlay on the front with floral bloss...
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1690s Edo Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Silver, Iron
Vintage Japanese Ship's Navigation Stern Light by Nippon Sento Co, Ltd
By Nippon Sento Company Ltd
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese metal ship's navigation stern light from the mid 20th century, made by Nippon Sento Co, ltd, with oxidized patina. Created in Japan during the mid 20th century, this stern...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
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Metal
Large Japanese Imari Charger, Bowl or Platter
Located in Miami, FL
A fine Japanese Imari charger, platter or bowl. This wonderfully hand crafted decorative item is in the very good vintage condition. With an ove...
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20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Meiji Period Red and Black Painted Kimono Storage Box, Japan
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Kimono storage box, constructed of wood and bamboo, painted black with family crest painted in red on the sides. The top has wood slats, which ...
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20th Century Meiji Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
“Tea Pot” Woodblock Print
By noboru Tsurutani
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
“Tea Pot” woodblock print
Contemporary Japanese woodblock print
Vibrant colors
Signed in pencil: Noboru Tsurutani
Edition: 37/50 in pencil.
Silver metal frame.
Image Dimensions...
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20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Cut Steel
Modern Japanese Art of Flower Arrangements Book with Obi
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Modern Japanese Art of flower arrangements book presented with Obi
A beautiful book covered in silk fabric and flecked gold rice paper inside.
There are twenty-three hand-painted Floral Arrangements commissioned by special artist to sketch each drawing. Book was published in 1950.
For each drawing, there is an explanation of history of the art and of different styles in detail. Please note five photos showing the beauty and quality.
I purchased this wonderful book in Boston and felt that it needed to be presented in a special way. In my travels, I came across this great Japanese Silk Maru Obi...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Paper, Parchment Paper, Silk
Japanese Temple Buddhist Monk Samurai Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly magnificent and special work - this beautiful and exceptionally long string of Japanese hand-crafted natural wood (perhaps Rosewood) Buddhist Juzu mala beads. These rosary-type large prayer bead necklaces were used by Buddhist monks in temple prayers/rituals and worn by Samurai as amulets of protection. During the Edo period, Buddhist priests/monks and samurai warriors used to wrap the beads around their bodies and use the beads in their worshipping and meditation ceremonies. After reading the sutra once, one bead would be moved (some sects used them instead of wooden tally counters). It would take a tremendous amount of intense concentration and physical stamina to read the sutra while holding and counting/moving each individual prayer bead as well as a copious amount of time to move all the prayer beads to complete the sutra cycle. We have not come across another set of Juzu beads...
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Early 19th Century Edo Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
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Wood
Japanese Lion Gion Festival Dance Mask, Lacquered Wood, Late Edo period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Lion Gion Festival Dance Mask, Lacquered wood, Late Edo period
This lion mask can be found at the head of a float in the Gion festival. It is...
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19th Century Edo Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Circa 1900 Japanese Bronze Champleve Enamel Large Vase
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Circa !900 Japanese Large well shaped bronze champleve enameled vase..
Six paneled sides with Asian themed engravings on each panel.With two ringed handles. Original warm amber brow...
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Early 1900s Aesthetic Movement Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Japanese Lacquered Gourd Ikebana Vessel, with Storage Box, Mid-20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Japanese Lacquered Gourd Ikebana vessel with storage box, mid-20th century.
Ikebana, the art of flower arrangement, is one of the most sublime ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Tibetan Buddhism Silver Overlay Wood and Metal Bell
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Tibetan Buddhism silver overlay and wood bell. The bell metal body as well of the silver overlay handle is engraved with flowers. The top of the ha...
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20th Century Other Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Metal, Silver
Japanese Meiji Period Brass Candle Holder with Scrolls and Medallions
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period antique brass square top candle holder from the early 20th century, with intricate carved medallion, calligraphic inscription and ornate base. Created in Japan during the Meiji period in the early years of the 20th century, this elegant brass candle holder features a square top with recessed accent, supported by four elegant scrolling motifs in the corners. The sinuous body, alternating convex and concave lines, swells up in the center to receive a medallion, showcasing various motifs on each side. The ornate base flares up with motifs echoed from the top, but displayed in an inverted manner and on a larger scale. The stand presents a calligraphic inscription at the bottom signifying the maker's mark. With its golden hue, elegant lines and ornate décor...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage 1970s Neiman Marcus Japan Bronze Foo Dogs
By Neiman Marcus
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly beautiful pair of 1970s vintage bronze foo dogs by Neiman Marcus Japan. Guardian lions, also known as komainu, shishi, or foo dogs, are intimidating, mythical, lion-like c...
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1970s Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Kagura Dance Mask of Sarutahiko by Kiyomi Yokota, Late 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A bold and powerful kagura mask of the Shinto deity Sarutahiko Okami by Kiyomi Yokota, Showa or Heisei Era, late 20th century, Japan.
The mask depicts t...
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Late 20th Century Showa Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Goat Hair, Wood, Lacquer
Monumental Pre 1920 Japanese Imaxi Jardiniere
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here is a monumental Japanese Imaxi porcelain jardiniere.
Wonderful colors have been used, blue, both dark and light, gold, reds and white, depicting scenes of a pair of woman walking along a creek above a traditional Japanese bridge, with a small house across the creek. Add more Japanese and Asians motifs and you have this stunning work of art.
Jardiniere sits on a simple round wooden stand...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Gold
Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Lobster, Seashell, Basketweave, Bamboo Planter
Located in New York, NY
Unusual rhombus shaped Japanese Meiji period bronze sea-life motif bonsai, bamboo planter, ikebana. The body in the form of a densely woven basket of fine detail, with a large lobster, clam shell, cockle, conch, crab, pearl oyster and whelk sculptural motifs on the sides, set upon bamboo form bronze feet.
The base signed in Japanese within an ornate seal.
Perfectly sized for an artistic bonzai tree...
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Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Vintage Wedding Chest with Red Lacquer and Hand-Painted Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Japanese oxblood red lacquered wedding chest from the mid 20th century, with hand-painted foliage décor, two small doors and ropes. Created in Japan during the midcentury period, this vintage wedding box features an oxblood red lacquer perfectly accented by a gilded hand-painted décor depicting bamboo sticks with their leaves and delicate flowers. Created to be part of the extensive wedding trousseau provided to the daughter, this chest showcases a linear silhouette perfectly complimented by a dark red lacquer. A rectangular lid, adorned with brass corners, opens to reveal a thin black tray. The top and the façade are adorned in continuity with a gilded hand-painted décor showcasing bamboo sticks and their leaves, as well as delicate flowers. Two small doors in the lower section open to a convenient black colored storage space. Wrapped with ropes, this vintage Japanese wedding chest...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Rope, Wood
Japanese Indigo Kasuri Ikat Traveling Cape
Located in Atlanta, GA
Known in Japanese as Bozugappa (priest's raincoat), this cape-like garment was worn by the travelers in Japan circa late 19th century to early 20th century (end of Meiji period). Derived from the cape worn by the Portuguese missionary, who first arrived in Japan in mid-16th century, this type of cape was originally reserved for the Japanese military...
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1890s Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Japanese Satsuma Incense Burner, Koro, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A fine and elegant Japanese Satsuma tripod incense burner, koro, with pierced metal lid, signed Eizan (?) Meiji Period, late 19th century, Japan.
The koro, or censer, features a stoneware body of slightly compressed globular form, supported on three short and squat legs. The wide mouth with a recessed metal rim, and topped by an openwork metal lid topped with overlapping chrysanthemum blossoms of silver repousse.
The body of the koro finely painted with fan shaped cartouches. The fans in the foreground with sprays of blossoming chrysanthemum. The fans in the background with intricate geometric brocade designs.
The shoulder of the incense burner decorated with cartouches formed as stylized chrysanthemum petals, and intricately decorated with geometric and floral brocade designs.
The painting finely done in raised gilt and polychrome enamels, including the highly desirable gosu blue...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Silver, Metal
3 Mid-Century Woodblocks
By Kunihiro Amano
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
3 Mid-century woodblocks.
Framed and Signed K. (Kunihiro) Amano (1929-).
Signed in pencil.
All 3 are from his “Nostalgia” series.
Condition: Excellent.
Dimensions: 12-1/4”W X 12...
Category
20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Plastic, Paper
Japanese Gilt Tabako-Bon with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay
Located in Chicago, IL
This handled box is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the traditional...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Japanese Huge 18 Inch Antique Temple Shinto Prayer Bell, Genuine Historical Item
Located in South Burlington, VT
Historical Bell- Immediately Useable
First ever to be offered
A genuine temple used de-accession 96 inch prayer bell with original wooden handled rope from a shrine in Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Japan
An extraordinary opportunity to acquire, collect, use and display the largest scale 18” temple bell of this kind we have ever seen in private hands- including its original wood and hemp rope pull- a Japanese authentic hand cast copper Shinto Suzu bell.
The auspicious temple shrine from which this bell comes, was founded in 1156 to honor Ojintenno, who was the 15th emperor of Japan. It was commissioned in part by Minamoto no Tametomo, who was a famous Samurai, who is known as possibly being the first samurai to commit Seppuku.
Its big 18" high and 12" diameter bell including a massive hand carved wooden pull handle measuring 17 inches in length shows patina from great age, dates to the late 19th century, and was formerly rung outside a Nagoya Temple great hall where it was enjoyed by members of Japan's local Shinto communities.
This bell was authentically rung at this temple shrine.
We will include the original 96 inch rope pull with massive 17 inch long hand carved wooden handle.
In total, this is an extraordinary copper bell which includes its rare original wood and hemp rope pull.
Important: Please view the actual insitu photograph of this amazing relic before it was deaccessioned.
This huge old bell dates to the late 19th century period, displays an impressive patina from age, and sounds impressive. It's lower half portion has been purposely hand-hammered by design to improve its sound- this is not damage.
The Suzu Shinto bell...
Category
1890s Meiji Antique Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Japanese Buddhist Monk Priest 7 Column Silk Brocade Kesa Ceremonial Temple Robe
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful, beautifully ornamented and somewhat rare fully intact Japanese Buddhist monk/ priest's Kesa ceremonial silk robe featuring various colorful birds in flight.
Kesa (which came from the Chinese word "kasaya") robes have been handmade/handstitched by monks/priests as an act of devotion as ceremonial robes for centuries in various Asian cultures (Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Indian, etc.). The kesa is a rectangular garment designed to be worn over the left shoulder (see example image). The robes are made (often in a patchwork column pattern ranging from five, seven, nine or more pannels) specifically for fully ordained Buddhist monks, priests and nuns and are made from donations of exquisite textiles from wealthy patrons of Japanese Buddhist temples. The robes were used in daily ceremonies, temple gatherings, and private meditation.
Antique Kesa robes...
Category
Mid-20th Century Showa Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Textile, Brocade, Silk
Carved Wood Ainu Bear with Baby and Fish, Hokkaido, Japan, Keyaki, Showa Period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Ainu Bear with baby and fish, Hokkaido, Japan, Keyaki, Showa period.
Hewn from one solid piece of Keyaki wood, this bear flashes a ferocious expression or...
Category
20th Century Showa Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
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