Petite Japanese Edo Period Folk Art Altar Table with Carved and Painted Motifs

A Japanese Edo period "Noh" theater mask from the 17th to 19th century. Created in Japan during the Edo period (1603-1868), this mask captures our attention with its striking expression and contrasting colors. Noh, a form of theater involving music, dance and drama and originating in the 14th century, uses...

A Japanese Meiji period iron cooking pot from the early 20th century, with foliage motifs and distressed patina. Created in Japan during the early years of the 20th century, this iro...

A petite Chinese Ming Dynasty glazed table from the 15th or 16th century with polychrome finish. Crafted in China during the prestigious Ming Dynasty, this petite table charms us wit...

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...

A large Javanese wooden panel from the early 20th century, with carved floral motifs and polychrome accents. Created in Java during the early years of the 20th century, this architec...

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...

Japanese Edo period carved and hand painted wood plaque for a Buddhist temple interior, with lotus blossoms, a crane and lotus leaf shelves to disp...

Japanese Edo period carved wood mask of a man with a golden hair beard. The piece shows a very expressive face and was likely made during the 19...

A rare Edo period (17th century-18th century) Japanese lion mask for the Gion Festival. This mask was part of a two-man costume, with one man holding the mask and the other at the back covered with fabric to perform the traditional Lion Dance...

A Japanese Edo-Meiji period Palanquin chair for the childrens festival. The form with sliding and hinged doors, decorated in gold hiramaki-e with peonies ...

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Japanese Edo period carved wood mask depicting Ko-Jo, an old man. The piece dates to circa 1820 and is in great condition. 15 inches long with t...