Edo Building and Garden Elements
EDO STYLE
Edo furniture was created during a flourishing time for the decorative arts owing to the stability of the Tokugawa shogunate rule in Japan. Spanning from 1603 to 1867, this era of peace and economic growth supported artistic advancements in lacquer, woodblock printing, porcelain and other artisanal trades. Because the country was largely isolated, there was little outside influence, leading to centuries of exceptional attention to the design of its furnishings and the quality of its traditional arts.
Unlike during the Meiji period that followed, with an increase in domestic and international markets, furniture during the Edo period was predominately commissioned by the ruling class, although people from across social groups benefited from the burgeoning metropolitan hubs for artisanal trades. For instance, Kyoto became a major center for lacquer art. Most furniture pieces were made from wood such as cedar or ash, including the era’s sashimono cabinets, which involved fine joinery and were rooted in the Heian period.
Sashimono cabinets, which were built by master craftsmen in a range of different wood types owing to the various trees that populate Japan, occasionally featured a stack of slender drawers as well as sliding doors. They were popular with everyone from samurai to kabuki actors. Tansu storage chests crafted from wood with metal fittings were also common in Edo-period homes. Some were designed to be easily portable while others were made to double as staircases.
Painted folding screens, called byōbu, were also fashionable, with Japanese artists inspired by nature, literature and scenes of history and daily life to create vivid works. In Buddhist temples and the palatial homes of the aristocratic class, fusuma, or large sliding panels, would sometimes be adorned with gold or silver leaf. These dividers allowed interiors to change throughout the day, closing in small spaces for personal use or reflecting candlelight to illuminate communal spaces after dark.
Find a collection of Edo tables, lighting, decorative objects, wall decorations and more furniture on 1stDibs.
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Japanese Tall 100 Year Old Stone Buddha, Hands in Prayer
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A very good hand carved stone Buddha/Jizo Guardian sculpture set upon its own carved base
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Japanese Antique Hand Carved Temple Garden Stone Display Sign EarIy Inscription
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Set of four 19th century stunning, intricate lattice panels from Japan. Wood with naturally worn patina; traces of crackled finish. Each panel measures 35.5 inches wide and placed to...
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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We are pleased to present a simple stone Buddha of Kannon Bosatsu, made in Japan during the Edo period (circa 1700-1850).
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Located in South Burlington, VT
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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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XXL Late Edo Period Japanese Cedar “Kura” Door/Wall Hanging Wabi Sabi
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Japanese Massive Ancient Earth, Water, Fire Wind, Stone Gorinto- 300 Years Old
Located in South Burlington, VT
Historically important Ancient Work of Art. 300 Years Old. Massive example.
Japan, a fine and massive surviving Gorinto or five-tiered Stupa sculpted in one piece from a gray stone.
It dates to the 18th century or before, early to mid Edo period.
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18th Century Japanese Antique Edo Building and Garden Elements
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Japanese Fine Antique Gilt and Red Lacquer Lotus Bud Flower, Edo Period 19th C
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions, a rare find
Antique Original Japanese temple "blossoming lotus" flower bud stem including its original red lacquer display base. This finely hand carved wood and lacquered gold flower stem was made for a Buddhist 19th century temple altar. Its flower blossoms and leaves symbolize the stages of the path toward enlightenment. The individual parts of each lotus is carved separately then joined in an arrangement and inserted in altar vessels.
Also called "Jyôka" , it is placed on or next to an altar in a Buddhist temple. Made with meticulous techniques. In Buddhism, the lotus is an important symbol of divine enlightenment because it blooms into beautiful flowers while growing in mud. Tsunehana means "a flower that continues to bloom forever" and "a flower that does not wither." For this reason, the flowers represented are in different stages of their life, unfolded lotus leaves, buds and full flowers, thus symbolizing the journey towards Buddhist enlightenment.
This lovely Japanese antique gilt Lotus flower is an early survivor, circa 1840, and a hard to find treasure that was originally placed on or around a temple altar.
This ensemble consists of a single stem, the top most flower, and the bottom leaf- all mounted in the original square red lacquer display base. A gold gilt 3.5 inch long tortoise "minogame" is affixed to the base as seen in the photo.
Its attractive original old patina coupled with much of the original gilding remaining present is just the way we like to find them.
Dimensions: With original red lacquer display stand Height, 17 inches height and 9 inches in width. The lotus flower stem alone measures 16 inches in height.
Provenance: acquired from a Kyoto Japanse monk and collector
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Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions
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Japanese Large Antique Stone Garden Kanon Guan Yin in Royal Ease 19thc, signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Big, Beautiful And Signed
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions
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Located in South Burlington, VT
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Located in South Burlington, VT
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19th Century Japanese Antique Edo Building and Garden Elements
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Located in South Burlington, VT
Two Fine Old Woodblock Garden Prints : Stone Pagoda, Gardens, Stepping Stones & Lush Landscapes
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Immediately frameable
Printed on handmade washi rice paper.
Dating to the 18th-19th century and originally found in Tokyo, Japan.
These rare woodblock printed leaves illustrate awesome panoramic Japanese gardens as artistically drawn from some 200 years ago.
Replete with old pavillions, a tall stone pagoda, stepping stone pathways, lanterns, trees, and tea gardens, they have been rescued from a rare original Edo period book of that day and printed in chuban size format. Our prints measure 10.25 inches by 13.75 inches or a double chuban size.
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19th Century Japanese Antique Edo Building and Garden Elements
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Edo building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Edo building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, asian art and furniture, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Edo building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $100 and tops out at $11,340 while the average work can sell for $1,175.
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